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User talk:`Dawn

2014-02-13T13:16:47Z

`Dawn:

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== Advices ==

The article on the anime incarnation of Dawn contains more than enough images already, please do not add additional images to the article. Thank you, - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 10:02, 1 May 2013 (UTC)

Thank You. i'll try not to dod it again.--[[User:Dawn|'''Platina-''']] [[User talk:`Dawn|'''Any Questions?''']] 13:16, 13 February 2014 (UTC)

==Userspace limits==
Hi. I noticed you have been editing the <code>User:</code> namespace a lot recently. Please don't do it any more, though. Bulbapedia's {{bp|Userspace policy}} restricts the amount you can edit your userpage: no more than three edits per day and make sure you contribute to our {{bp|mainspace}} more than your userspace. This policy was instated to promote people helping out in the mainspace, and also to control strain on our server. Bulbapedia is an encyclopedia, after all, so help us out by contributing to some articles before coming back to your personal userpage. The more often you edit in the mainspace, the more you will be allowed to edit your userpage. Thanks! --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 17:18, 12 February 2014 (UTC)

Thanks for the advice. I'll try to keep it in my mind.--[[User:Dawn|'''Platina-''']] [[User talk:`Dawn|'''Any Questions?''']] 13:10, 13 February 2014 (UTC)

==Userspace==
Hello,

You've recently made plenty of edits on your user page; per the userspace policies, you can only make 3 edits per day in your userspace. I myself was reminded of this just last night, so don't fret, haha. However, I'd like to ask you focus on the mainspace now. :) --[[User:FireGambit|'''F'''ire'''G'''ambit]] ([[User talk:FireGambit|talk]]) 17:22, 12 February 2014 (UTC)

Thanks for it! I'll try to do so.--[[User:Dawn|'''Platina-''']] [[User talk:`Dawn|'''Any Questions?''']] 13:10, 13 February 2014 (UTC)

User talk:`Dawn

2014-02-13T13:12:07Z

`Dawn:

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By creating your account you are now able to edit pages, join discussions, and expand the community-driven Pokémon encyclopedia. Before you jump in, here are some ground rules:
* Be nice to everyone. It's in the {{bp|code of conduct}}.
* Make good edits. Preview them before you save to make sure they're perfect the first time around.
* Use {{bp|wikicode}} and {{bp|link templates}} when adding content to a page.
* Use proper grammar and spelling, and read the {{bp|manual of style}}.
* You can't create a userpage until you've added to the encyclopedia. It's a privilege. See the {{bp|userspace policy}}.
* Use {{bp|Talk page policy|talk pages}} to resolve editing disputes. Don't "edit war," or constantly re-edit/undo the same thing on a page.
* If you have a question about something, be proactive. Take a look at our {{bp|FAQ}}. If you're still stuck, ask for help. The {{bp|staff}} won't bite.
* Sign all talk page posts with four tildes (<nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>). This will turn into your name and the time you wrote the comment.
* For more handy links, see the {{bp|welcome|welcome portal}}.
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== Advices ==

The article on the anime incarnation of Dawn contains more than enough images already, please do not add additional images to the article. Thank you, - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 10:02, 1 May 2013 (UTC)

==Userspace limits==
Hi. I noticed you have been editing the <code>User:</code> namespace a lot recently. Please don't do it any more, though. Bulbapedia's {{bp|Userspace policy}} restricts the amount you can edit your userpage: no more than three edits per day and make sure you contribute to our {{bp|mainspace}} more than your userspace. This policy was instated to promote people helping out in the mainspace, and also to control strain on our server. Bulbapedia is an encyclopedia, after all, so help us out by contributing to some articles before coming back to your personal userpage. The more often you edit in the mainspace, the more you will be allowed to edit your userpage. Thanks! --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 17:18, 12 February 2014 (UTC)

Thanks for the advice. I'll try to keep it in my mind.--[[User:Dawn|'''Platina-''']] [[User talk:`Dawn|'''Any Questions?''']] 13:12, 13 February 2014 (UTC)

Hello,

You've recently made plenty of edits on your user page; per the userspace policies, you can only make 3 edits per day in your userspace. I myself was reminded of this just last night, so don't fret, haha. However, I'd like to ask you focus on the mainspace now. :) --[[User:FireGambit|'''F'''ire'''G'''ambit]] ([[User talk:FireGambit|talk]]) 17:22, 12 February 2014 (UTC)

Thanks for it! I'll try to do so.--[[User:Dawn|'''Platina-''']] [[User talk:`Dawn|'''Any Questions?''']] 13:12, 13 February 2014 (UTC)

User talk:`Dawn

2014-02-13T13:10:42Z

`Dawn:

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By creating your account you are now able to edit pages, join discussions, and expand the community-driven Pokémon encyclopedia. Before you jump in, here are some ground rules:
* Be nice to everyone. It's in the {{bp|code of conduct}}.
* Make good edits. Preview them before you save to make sure they're perfect the first time around.
* Use {{bp|wikicode}} and {{bp|link templates}} when adding content to a page.
* Use proper grammar and spelling, and read the {{bp|manual of style}}.
* You can't create a userpage until you've added to the encyclopedia. It's a privilege. See the {{bp|userspace policy}}.
* Use {{bp|Talk page policy|talk pages}} to resolve editing disputes. Don't "edit war," or constantly re-edit/undo the same thing on a page.
* If you have a question about something, be proactive. Take a look at our {{bp|FAQ}}. If you're still stuck, ask for help. The {{bp|staff}} won't bite.
* Sign all talk page posts with four tildes (<nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>). This will turn into your name and the time you wrote the comment.
* For more handy links, see the {{bp|welcome|welcome portal}}.
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| class="roundybottom" style="background: #c4e673; border: 1px solid #3e7614; padding-left: 20px;" | '''<div style="float: left; font-size: 110%;">Thank you, and have a good time editing here!</div>'''<div style="float: right; height: 20px; background: white; border-left: 10px solid #f3f5f1; {{roundybr|10px}}">  -[[User:IVsaur|EVsandIVsaurs]] 13:58, 21 March 2013 (UTC)  </div><div style="float: right; height: 20px; width: 10px; background: #DFF2B1; border-left: 10px solid #D3EC95;"> </div>
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== Advices ==

The article on the anime incarnation of Dawn contains more than enough images already, please do not add additional images to the article. Thank you, - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 10:02, 1 May 2013 (UTC)

==Userspace limits==
Hi. I noticed you have been editing the <code>User:</code> namespace a lot recently. Please don't do it any more, though. Bulbapedia's {{bp|Userspace policy}} restricts the amount you can edit your userpage: no more than three edits per day and make sure you contribute to our {{bp|mainspace}} more than your userspace. This policy was instated to promote people helping out in the mainspace, and also to control strain on our server. Bulbapedia is an encyclopedia, after all, so help us out by contributing to some articles before coming back to your personal userpage. The more often you edit in the mainspace, the more you will be allowed to edit your userpage. Thanks! --[[User:Funktastic~!|'''It's''' '''Funktastic~!''']][[User talk:Funktastic~!|''話してください'']] 17:18, 12 February 2014 (UTC)

Thanks for the advice. I'll try to keep it in my mind.--[[User:Dawn|'''Platina-''']] [[User talk:`Dawn|'''Any Questions?''']] 13:10, 13 February 2014 (UTC)

Hello,

You've recently made plenty of edits on your user page; per the userspace policies, you can only make 3 edits per day in your userspace. I myself was reminded of this just last night, so don't fret, haha. However, I'd like to ask you focus on the mainspace now. :) --[[User:FireGambit|'''F'''ire'''G'''ambit]] ([[User talk:FireGambit|talk]]) 17:22, 12 February 2014 (UTC)

Thanks for it! I'll try to do so.--[[User:Dawn|'''Platina-''']] [[User talk:`Dawn|'''Any Questions?''']] 13:10, 13 February 2014 (UTC)

User:`Dawn

2014-02-12T17:24:52Z

`Dawn: /* About Me */

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Hey, I'm User 'Dawn. I joined Bulbapedia on 18 March 2013. I am an Autoconfirmed user. I expertize in the field of anime and manga though I mainly focus on charachters.

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== Contibutions ==

:{{an|Dawn}}
:[[Misty's Psyduck]]
:{{adv|Platinum}}
:''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''

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User:`Dawn

2014-02-12T17:23:50Z

`Dawn: /* Contibutions */

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Hey, I'm User 'Dawn. I joined Bulbapedia on 18 March 2013. I am an Autoconfirmed user. I expertize in the field of anime and manga though I mainly focus on charachters.

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== Contibutions ==

:{{an|Dawn}}
:[[Misty's Psyduck]]
:{{adv|Platinum}}
:''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''

== About Me ==

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User:`Dawn

2014-02-12T17:15:02Z

`Dawn: /* Intro */

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Hey, I'm User 'Dawn. I joined Bulbapedia on 18 March 2013. I am an Autoconfirmed user. I expertize in the field of anime and manga though I mainly focus on charachters.

== Contibutions ==

:{{an|Dawn}}
:[[Misty's Psyduck]]
:{{adv|Platinum}}
:''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''

== About Me ==

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User:`Dawn

2014-02-12T17:14:06Z

`Dawn: /* Intro */

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Hey, I'm User 'Dawn. I joined Bulbapedia on 18 March 2013. I am an Autoconfirmed user. I expertize in the field of anime and manga though I mainly focus on charachters.

== Contibutions ==

:{{an|Dawn}}
:[[Misty's Psyduck]]
:{{adv|Platinum}}
:''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''

== About Me ==

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User:`Dawn

2014-02-12T16:55:13Z

`Dawn:

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Hey, I'm User 'Dawn. I joined Bulbapedia on 18 March 2013. I am an Autoconfirmed user. I expertize in the field of anime and manga though I mainly focus on charachters.

== Contibutions ==

:{{an|Dawn}}
:[[Misty's Psyduck]]
:{{adv|Platinum}}
:''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''

== About Me ==

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{{Template:User hi}}
{{Template:User Hindu}}
{{User Female}}
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User talk:Adil/Archive 4

2014-02-12T16:33:26Z

`Dawn: /* Upload file */

{| {{Schemetable|Unova}}
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* '''[[User talk:Adyniz/Archive 1|Oct 2008 - April 2010]]'''
* '''[[User talk:Adyniz/Archive 2|April 2010 - April 2011]]'''
* '''[[User talk:Adyniz/Archive 3|May 2011 - July 2012]]'''
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== New Versions ==

Hey, Adyniz, can you replace those four files: [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:086Seel.png Seel]; [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:087Dewgong.png Dewgong]; [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:148Dragonair.png Dragonair] and [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:232Donphan.png Donphan] with those: [http://prikachi.com/images/433/5043433A.png Seel]; [http://prikachi.com/images/437/5043437z.png Dewgong]; [http://prikachi.com/images/439/5043439w.png Dragonair] and [http://prikachi.com/images/440/5043440R.png Donphan], because they're bigger and with better quality! I'm asking you, because Archives are still protected. [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 16:05, 22 July 2012 (GMT)
:Done, I have replaced all the lower quality pics with the higher quality ones. If you don't mind, may I know from where did you get them? [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:40, 22 July 2012 (UTC)
::Mmm... I think Donphan and Dragonair were send by my friend, he got them from an official site, and I think I got Seel and Dewgong from a website via Opera Dragonfly! [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 17:21, 22 July 2012 (GMT)
:::I see, thanks for the high quality images. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:54, 22 July 2012 (UTC)

==My Apologies==

Hey Ady...I just wanted to apologize to you for my little outburst the other night. I was in a bad mood and didn't even think to look at other movie articles before I reverted. Sorry to take it out on you. :) --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 01:12, 23 July 2012 (UTC)
:No problemo :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:36, 23 July 2012 (UTC)

== B2W2 US Boxarts with ESRB Ratings ==

Hey, Adyniz! I'm trying to upload White 2's US Boxart with the ESRB rating, but it doesn't seem to be working. Is uploading images something only for staff? If so, could you or someone from the staff maybe upload the images? We don't need the boxart with "Rating Pending" on it anymore. Thanks! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 17:56, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
:Bulbagarden Archives is locked at the moment, and it currently do not have a determined opening date. So yes, only the Archives staff members can upload images. And sure, I won't mind uploading the requested images. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:08, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
::Alright, so, is it OK that I found the images on The Pokémon Wiki? Also, they're a little bit small, but hopefully it will suffice.

White 2- https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQqyUM2gOlN7DXDNkg4U6M9HhwbYB5EtxliUy0cgt9zdLsbErWl

Black 2- https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTsBoIj8K5E7iRWjktJsOJBnaVb4vdsYln4MrFFxBFTVH-TgPeV
{{unsigned|Torpoleon}}
:::I found the similar [http://www.gamestop.com/common/images/lbox/181778b.jpg images] on [http://www.gamestop.com/common/images/lbox/181777b.jpg Gamestop], with no distorted pixels but smaller in comparison. The problem is that they are of very low quality/resolution as compared to the ones that we are currently using. Besides, the rating is already mentioned in the article, so it is not that big of an issue right now. Therefore, I think we should wait for the high quality versions. Also, if you forgot to sign your comment, you are not suppose to sign it later, it is against [[Bulbapedia:Talk page policy#Signing comments|the talk page policy]]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:39, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
::::Oops, sorry with the signing. I usually never forget. Anyways, sure, we can wait for HQ versions. [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 20:20, 24 July 2012 (UTC)

==Unlock==
Hey, Adyniz sorry for my stupid question, but do you know when the Archives will be unlocked? [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 20:53, 25 July 2012 (GMT)
:[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=User_talk:Kogoro&diff=1728416&oldid=1728123 Please] [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/suggestions-ideas-problems-73904/index15.html#post4197922 read] [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/suggestions-ideas-problems-73904/index14.html#post4182967 these]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:00, 25 July 2012 (UTC)

== Unneeded redirect? ==

Take a look at [[Template:New episode]]? Those redirects were created to remove unnecessary redlinks from the Wanted Pages. Take a look at what links to them before you just up and delete things. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 19:48, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
:Isn't that the case with at least one article every time? For example, no matter what we do, the next (currently unrevealed) episode will always appear in the wanted pages. Right now, it is BW093. So, why those two are getting special treatments? [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:15, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
::Because it isn't the next immediate one. They aren't the ones that should theoretically be created in one week. There will always be future things; however, these links aren't considered "future things". Instead, they are considered links that exist only because a template forces them to. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 23:46, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
:::Oh, okay. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 00:01, 26 July 2012 (UTC)

== Battle judge va ==

I saw on Bill Roger's facebook page that he voiced the battle judge of the Clubsplosion tournament. Shouldn't that be listed on his bulbapedia page? [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 00:44, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
:No, he did not say that. What he said was "''You can also hear me in the '''next few eps''' as the battle judge''". That does not necessarily mean that he is voicing any of the Clubsplosion judges (Freddy O'Martian is voiced by Tom Wayland, and Marc Thompson voiced Don George). He might be referring to a "future" dub episode, since a battle judge does appear in BW083/84 (Homika's Gym referee) or it could be [[Jeremy]] (BW086). [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:41, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
::Oh wait, now I see what you were referring to, after skimming through the episode. Well, if Bill was referring to that guy then it should be noted, but it is not confirmed yet. I will try to ask Kg to see if she can get it confirmed from Tom. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:50, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
:::Thanks. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 13:23, 26 July 2012 (UTC)

== [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Trip%27s_Serperior&curid=115216&diff=1737644&oldid=1737636&rcid=1849814 Serperior] ==

First let me start by saying that for the editing i was using the preveiw button however, i am human just like you and I will never be able to catch every mistake Make but when i do i go back fix them and people edit sharking me isn't helping anything just know that i know its your job to fix things.[[User:Glalie Power|Glalie Power]] ([[User talk:Glalie Power|talk]]) 16:08, 3 August 2012 (UTC)
:I am not sharking or degrading you, but pointing out where you went wrong, so that you can improve yourself and become an even better contributor. It is only for your own benefit. I know that you are a human being just like everyone else and we are bound to make mistakes. So, if someone makes an incorrect edit, it is the duty of another user to correct the problem. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:41, 3 August 2012 (UTC)

== Pictures ==

Hey, where do you get HD pictures? Please reply :) (sorry, I'm from Poland)--[[User:Rafi862|Rafi862]] ([[User talk:Rafi862|talk]]) 16:18, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
:No particular website, I take them myself. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:44, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
::How?--[[User:Rafi862|Rafi862]] ([[User talk:Rafi862|talk]]) 09:35, 1 September 2012 (UTC)

== Image ==

Hi, Adyniz, I am new at Bulbapedia, so I can't upload any images, as you are an admin you can. I found an good image for the ranger, [[Luana (Ranger)|Luana]], that page has no profile image. Can you upload it? I uploaded it on the pokemon wikia, where I can upload Image's even though I am new there. I send you a link to that image:[http://images.wikia.com/pokemon/images/a/af/Luana_%28Ranger%29.png].

Sorry for my maybe bad grammar, but I am dutch.

--[[User:Quilafa|Quilafa]] ([[User talk:Quilafa|talk]]) 11:24, 16 August 2012 (UTC)
:[[:a:File:Luana (Ranger).png|Done]], thanks for the image. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:51, 16 August 2012 (UTC)

== Project notice ==
Hello! I came here you a question{{tt|*|obviously}}. I was reading the [[Bulbapedia:Manual of style/Anime|anime MoS]] and I noticed that the first section of that page {{tt|states|since it's a policy}} that only completed articles should have the project anime notice, but I have seen many stubs which have the project notice. I was going to ask KG 'bout it, but I thought that since you were the one who created that page, you might have a clue about it. What do you think should be done? [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 09:59, 19 August 2012 (UTC)
:For this question, {{u|Kenji-girl}} would be the right person to go to. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:44, 22 August 2012 (UTC)

== Dawn returning to Hoenn ==

I don't understand why you undid my edit on BW093 in the major events section. Dawn is currently on a journey in Hoenn, so it's obvious that she's going back there. We did the same thing when May briefly returned, so why should Dawn be different? [[User:Satoshi101|サトシ101]] ([[User talk:Satoshi101|talk]]) 20:01, 23 August 2012 (UTC)
:May explicitly stated that she has earned 3 Johto ribbons and she'll go back to Johto in order to win the remaining ribbons. How do we know that Dawn is currently on a journey in Hoenn? And I honestly fail to see the 'obvious' part here. She did not say a single word about her journey in Hoenn region. So, assuming that she will go back to Hoenn is pure speculation at the moment. Unless we get an official confirmation, it should not be added. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 20:12, 23 August 2012 (UTC)
::Well, if you put it that way, then maybe we should wait. [[User:Satoshi101|サトシ101]] ([[User talk:Satoshi101|talk]]) 20:23, 23 August 2012 (UTC)

== Image (again) ==
Hi, [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User_talk:Adyniz# I talked to you earlier about an image], now I can upload images so I uploaded [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Krokka_Tunnel_Ranger1.png a image] for [[Krokka Tunnel]] on Bulbagarden, but I don't see it at the Krokka Tunnel page, can you do something about it? ([http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Krokka_Tunnel_Ranger1.png Click here for the Image on bulbagarden]).
--[[User:Quilafa|Quilafa]] ([[User talk:Quilafa|talk]]) 12:59, 26 August 2012 (UTC)
:The image is there but it is not showing up because of the cache. Try purging the cache (click on the clock on top of the page). If that doesn't work, [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Krokka_Tunnel&action=edit open this link]{{tt|*|it will take you directly in the editing mode}} and then select "show preview". If the image shows up when previewing it, click on the "Save page" button and it should fix the problem. This edit will not be counted as an actual edit, but rather a 'null edit'. Null edit technique usually helps in fixing the cache problems. Try it and let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:24, 26 August 2012 (UTC)

== Kotetsu ==

I recreated his page because he seems to be confirmed to be Ash's rival. I did not know. I'm sorry. Can I recreate it the day before BW092 airs?{{unsigned|‎Chomper4}}
:He does not seem to be confirmed to be the 'new' rival but merely a Pokémon Trainer, at least for now. A confirmation requires a solid official proof, which we do not have at the moment. He is not travelling with the gang either since there is no sign of him being in the TR two parter. No summary, magazine scan, or any other source has confirmed his status. Therefore, I do not see the need of creating the article before the episode airs. However, you are more than welcome to create the article once the episode officially airs but please do not forget to put some more effort, as I mentioned in {{ut|Chomper4#Articles, again|my previous message}} on your talkpage. For now, you can save the article in a notepad file if you want.
:Last but not the least, on all {{bp|talk page}}s, write <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki> or click on http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/skins/common/images/button_sig.png button after every post. This automatically generates your [[Bulbapedia:signature policy|signature]], and lets everyone know who has written what, and when. Thank you, and have a good time contributing! [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:46, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
: Sure, and do you mean when BW092 or BW093 airs? [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]]) 14:52, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
::BW093, the episode in which Kotetsu debuts. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:01, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
::Sorry, but its just I am worried that someone else will create it. I heard that the serebii forums are talking about proof for Kotetsu being the new rival. [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]]) 21:48, 28 August 2012 (UTC)

== Big question due to there being a Kotetsu picture? ==

Can I make [[User:Chomper4/Kotetsu]]? [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]])
:We have been over this before, twice. No article before the episode. Whether their is a picture available or not, we still do not know anything about the character. I have already explained everything in detail in our previous discussions. If you are concerned about the credit i.e someone else might create the article before you, then I must inform you that Bulbapedia is a ''community-driven'' Pokémon encyclopedia. Everyone gets an equal chance to contribute, unless there is a good reason to prevent a certain group of users from editing. The article will be unprotected exactly after the episode is done airing. I repeat, please ''do not'' create an article related to Kotetsu in any of the namespaces before BW093's official airing, and it applies to everyone. Thank you. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:08, 30 August 2012 (UTC)

== Humilau Gym and the Pokémon League Calendar ==

G'day, Adyniz. I included one link to a Humilau Gym season on the article talk page (hover your mouse over the shaded areas to see what season is in progress). In case that's not enough, see [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/5071/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/1901/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/209/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/210/?y=2013&m=7 here] for local seasons across the United States. All "Humilau Gym" seasons follow an Opelucid Gym season (July) and start on the 12th August AFAIK. Presumably there's a "master" schedule with these specific names and dates which seems to be out of the reach of us mere mortals (!). All the very best, [[User:Shiny Porygon|Shiny Porygon]] ([[User talk:Shiny Porygon|talk]]) 07:37, 22 September 2012 (UTC)
:Aha, thanks for the links. The hovering thing didn't occur to me at all when I was going through the league pages yesterday, all I could see was Aspertia. Thanks again. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 07:42, 22 September 2012 (UTC)

== Why? ==

Dude, why did you edit one of my personal subpages? I realise that the character name had changed, but you can't just go around editing other peoples pages. It would have redirected to the right page anyway. I don't see what the point of it was.--[[User:Pokelova|''Poké'']][[User talk:Pokelova|lova!]] 17:25, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
:Yes, I ''can'' go around editing other people's pages, ''if'' an edit is to be done. Whenever someone moves an article, it is a common courtesy to fix the links, whether it is a mainspaced article or a user's namespace, simple as that. Also, I do not appreciate the tone you are using, {{bp|Code of conduct|it is disrespectful}}. You have been on Bulbapedia for more than 4 years now, you should know better. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:50, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
::Redirects are not an acceptable reason to edit other people's userpages. They never have been. And there was nothing disrespectful about Pokelova's comment, he is correct. Linking to redirects does not cause the same sort of problem that linking to non existent pages, or using incorrect categories does. Just because you don't agree with someone does not mean you can tell them off for breaking a rule when they didn't do anything wrong. ''That'' certainly is disrespectful. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 18:12, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
:::Acceptable reason? Excuse me but it '''is''' a common courtesy to fix those things regardless of the namespace. And telling me "''you can't just go around editing other peoples pages''" '''is''' disrespectful, when I was just doing my job. As a staff member and as a human being, I expect at least a little bit of respect from the people, especially when I try to be nice with others. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:49, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
::::Staff members may edit users' pages for technical reasons as long as the output is not changed. I don't understand why it's such a big deal. I would certainly appreciate if people weren't at each other's throats over something so minor. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 19:22, 28 September 2012 (UTC)

== Underleveled Pokémon table ==

Hello again, Adyniz. I was wondering if it would be alright to create a table on the Level article for specific trainers with underleveled Pokémon. Here is a link to the conversation where it was mentioned in: [[User_talk:Adyniz/Archive_3#Trivia_Removal]] Thank you for your time. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 01:28, 10 October 2012 (UTC)
:Since it has been almost a week I will work on create a table on my userspace for a guide as to how it would appear. Please let me know if there is any problems or comments that you have. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 22:14, 15 October 2012 (UTC)
::My apologies for the delay. I still can't give you a green signal to mainspace it because I haven't brought it up yet. But sure, you can create it in your userspace. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:55, 16 October 2012 (UTC)
:::Ah, it is alright. I was a bit worried that it had been denied or something. :) Thank you for the reply. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 02:27, 16 October 2012 (UTC)
::::Well, I have made a few edits to it [[User:Super goku/Sandbox/Underleveled Table|here]] since my last comment. Let me know if you have any suggestion or if something should be changed. (Of course, you are free to edit it as well.) :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 02:20, 26 October 2012 (UTC)
:::::The basic info is arranged in a decent manner, but there is a chance that I might be missing something. Mainly because I am not that good when it comes to templates. So, it would be nice if you show it to {{u|Werdnae}} or {{u|Jo The Marten}} for more feedback. They have more knowledge on the subject :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:30, 7 November 2012 (UTC)
::::::Ah, thank you. I think that there might be better ways to show the information but if there is some then I do not know them. Thank you for the reply and for helping me. :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 20:11, 7 November 2012 (UTC)

Once again, Hello. After the conversation above, I went to [[User_talk:Jo_The_Marten/Archive3#Underleveled_Pok.C3.A9mon_table|Jo the Marten]] for more feedback. They seemed to be alright with the table, but the message ended up bring [[User_talk:Super_goku/Sandbox/Underleveled_Table|quite a bit of helpful attention]] to the page. Now that I have sorted the suggestions and seeing how it is, I believe that it is in a relatively stable state for the moment to discuss. Is it proper if I may request if the table could be greenlighted or would it be better to discuss with another user? No matter what, thank you for your help in this. :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 07:23, 8 February 2013 (UTC)
:Good to know. I would suggest you to drop a new message on the {{ut|Super goku/Sandbox/Underleveled Table|article's talk page}} regarding what you have in mind or you can bring it to the higher authorities, {{u|Werdnae}} and {{u|Kogoro}}, for the final decision. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 09:50, 8 February 2013 (UTC)
::I think that I will work on the table a bit more since {{u|Marked +-+-+}} has helped to point something out to me before I take it to either Werdnae or Kogoro. Thanks for the help. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 17:46, 8 February 2013 (UTC)

== RE: Kotetsu ==

I have it from Iris' german voice actor ^^ --[[User:Altruis|Altruis]] [[User talk:Altruis|''でんき'']] 17:24, 27 November 2012 (UTC)

== Season 15 ending ==

Just curious as to how you guys found out the season ends with that episode? I haven't seen anything anywhere else. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 00:32, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
:[https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/12276_10151169597808097_1916494438_n.jpg Here], BW101. If you zoom the image, you can see the production code (1604) on top, which means it is the 4th episode of the 16th season. Which makes BW098 its first episode. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:55, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
::Thank You for clearing that up for me. :) --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 05:44, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
:::No problem. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 09:37, 8 December 2012 (UTC)

== Scan translation ==

I uploaded this image (File:Ash vs Kotetsu scan.png )and as I couldn't find any way to translate it's information ,I thought to ask you if you can ?[[User:Alexsummer|★Alex★]] [[User talk:Alexsummer|Water]] 18:20, 23 December 2012 (UTC)
:I am sorry but I do not speak Japanese. Therefore, I cannot translate the dialogues in the scan. Not to mention, it has been out there for weeks. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 02:57, 24 December 2012 (UTC)

== BW094 ==

Did ''[[BW094|The Road to Humilau]]'' air in the US, as I saw a Who's That Pokémon? image already uploaded, or unless the UK also does WTP? Another thing, is the trivia relating with the music being heard from the original version of the episode? [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 05:59, 30 December 2012 (UTC)
:As the episode article says, the episode will air on Jan. 5 in US but it has already aired in UK. And the UK version uses the same WTPs as US, much like every international version. And the Mezase humming sound was changed in the dub. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:36, 30 December 2012 (UTC)

== Manga Update ==

Since you seem to the quickest to get a hold of. I thought I would show you [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Heart-Gold-Silver/dp/1421559005/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-3&keywords=pokemon+adventures these] [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Black-White-Vol/dp/142155898X/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-6&keywords=pokemon+adventures pages] so Bulbanews can report it. Sadly I don't have time to submit and correct everything myself, otherwise I would :( --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 21:25, 5 February 2013 (UTC)
:Not an issue and thanks for the links. As for BW, I am confused since we already have [[Pokémon Black and White volume 1|this]] but after talking to Ataro, it seems that [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Black-White-Vol/dp/142155898X/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-6&keywords=pokemon+adventures the new one] is mostly likely the English version of the [[Pokémon Adventures volume 43|43rd volume]] and the new HGSS volume is probably the [[Pokémon Adventures volume 41|41st]], as you know. The problem is that we have a little to no info about the releases and 'no cover' makes it even harder to identify. I'll forward these to Zesty, just in case. Thanks again [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:23, 6 February 2013 (UTC)
::My guess is the same as yours and I also have the same concerns. While I think it is likely to be #43 and #41, it's so hard to know without a cover. I would guess VIZ Media doesn't want to release {{chap|HeartGold & SoulSilver}} with the name "Diamond, Pearl & Platinum" lol. For the Black and White one, while they've done the {{chap|Black & White}} in those mini-volumes, I guessed they might do them in compilations now that it's being published in collected volume format since there might be additional content. I've been sick the last couple days so I haven't been on the computer much but you could put it on Bulbanews yourself if you want, maybe use [http://bulbanews.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Template:Rumor Rumor template] on Bulbanews since it's mostly speculation, though it is on Amazon so some part of it is legit. That's my two cents anyway. [[Special:Contributions/Zesty Cactus|--]][[User:Zesty Cactus|'''Zesty''']][[User talk:Zesty Cactus|'''Cactus''']] 16:04, 9 February 2013 (UTC)

== Section for Challenge Mode teams in the [[Pokémon League (Unova)]] Article ==

The Challenge Mode teams for the Unova Elite 4 & Iris wont fit with everything else in the Unova Pokémon League page, so should there be a section called Pokémon League (Unova)/Black 2 and White 2 Challenge Mode or Pokémon League (Unova)/Black and White, putting the BW teams there and having the Easy/Normal & Challenge B2W2 teams on the regular page? [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 18:38, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
:Thanks for bringing it up. BW and B2W2 Normal Mode teams are staying on the main article and the Challenge Mode teams have been added to a [[Pokémon League (Unova)/Challenge Mode|new sub-page]]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 21:22, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
::Thank you, Adyniz! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 21:56, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
:::Hey, again. Sorry to bug you but, the teams in the regular article are only Normal Mode. Putting in Easy Mode just barely doesn't fit (tried it and it doesn't work). What should be done? Should the Challenge Mode section be reserved for the BW teams instead or have a whole article for BW and a whole article for B2W2, similarly to Unova's Victory Road? [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 12:15, 24 February 2013 (UTC)
::::I'm confused. Sorry but aren't Easy and Normal Modes the same? Also, which article are you referring to? I haven't gotten much far in the game and the Unova E4 articles refer to them as "Easy Mode/Normal Mode", which lead me to think that they are the same thing. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:26, 24 February 2013 (UTC)
:::::Easy/Normal Mode have the same Pokémon & movesets, but different levels and money earned from victory (the individual pages of the Unova E4 & Iris have been updated to have Easy/Normal Mode and I tried putting those in instead of just the regular Initial Battle, but it doesn't fit, for some reason). By what article am I referring to, do you mean when I said BW & B2W2 should have their own articles? Sorry that this is getting a bit confusing, but hopefully it can all be worked out quickly! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 21:48, 24 February 2013 (UTC)

== HD Anime Images ==
Hey Adyniz, Masatoshi says you know how to get HD pictures for the anime. Could you please tell me? Because most of the pictures I upload are reverted. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 03:22, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:{{ut|Adyniz/Archive 3#Screenshots|Here}}. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:13, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks, but where do I go to get the thread? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 12:20, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:::The current 'general' anime thread is [http://toro.2ch.net/test/read.cgi/anime/1362838917/ this one]. As for the specific episode thread, one of the users usually posts the link in the general thread [http://archive.2ch-ranking.net/anime/1362628261.html#38 right before] the episode's airing. For example, [http://blog.livedoor.jp/pokemato/archives/25353101.html BW116 thread]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:38, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
::::Thanks. How would I find threads for previously aired episodes? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 20:42, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::Google. They follow the same pattern for the titles of the episode threads. As for the really old ones, I am sorry but I don't think there is an index available for them. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 11:03, 12 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::Thanks. Now none of my images will be reverted. And by the way, sorry about giving you and Masatoshi a hard time with Ash's Pignite. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 18:32, 12 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::Hey Adyniz, Google isn't working. I still can't find threads for any other episodes other than the one you sent me for BW116. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 02:33, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::Same goes for me. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 02:50, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::Try searching '''ポケットモンスターBW シーズン2 第33話'''. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:52, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::::It says "this thread has been stored in a warehouse past log". Maybe they delete the threads come a while after they air? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 11:03, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::There are usually multiple links available (I don't really know the complete system). For example, the Toro links usually get archived while the logosoku threads keep their posts. [http://www.logsoku.com/r/livetx/1363243979/ Here] is the [http://blog.livedoor.jp/pokemato/archives/25615424.html BW117 thread]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:13, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::::::It seems like you know how to get the threads. Could I just ask you to send me the link to the thread whenever I need it? Don't worry, I won't go "{{p|Ferrothorn|Nutreyz}}"..... :> [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 13:16, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::::I do not have a problem with that, but I am usually busy with other stuff on the working days. So, I may not be able to respond right away. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:53, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
Alright, cool. It doesn't matter to me if you don't respond right away. Could you send me the BW107 thread? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 17:38, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
:[http://www.pokemon-matome.com/archives/21431795.html BW107] thread. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:16, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks, Adyniz. What I am really looking for is a better image for Ash's Oshawott, but the images in this thread are too big. Do you know if there are any threads with 1280x720 images of Oshawott? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 01:55, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
:::No, I do not. In my opinion, Oshawott doesn't need a new header, the current header image is fine. Same goes for Snivy and the rest of Ash's "in-rotation" party. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 03:30, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
::::Except for Oshawott, I think everyone else's headers are fine. However, in Oshawott's current header, his scalchop is too big. That's why I want to replace it. There is a perfect image in of Oshawott in the BW107 thread, but the images are too big. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 17:47, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::It is a close-up shot, that is why it looks big. Overall, the image is fine for now. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:08, 18 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::Hey Adyniz, could you please send me the BW106 and BW108 threads from 2ch? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 13:34, 20 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::[http://manaduru3.blog24.fc2.com/blog-entry-1029.html BW106] and [http://manaduru3.blog24.fc2.com/blog-entry-1033.html BW108]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::Thanks dude! [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 01:30, 27 March 2013 (UTC)

==I'm Here==
Hey! Ady sorry I could not help you two years back due to heavy school work, now I'm gonna make that page for sure. Check it out I've already done the job for one season, I'll complete it within some 2-3 months. [[User:Ganesha27|Ganesha27]] ([[User talk:Ganesha27|talk]]) 20:03, 18 March 2013 (UTC)
:Keep up the good work. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)

== hello ==
Adyniz aap pokemon india ke facebook page par bhi thee na kya aapko pata hai pokemon india mai wapas aa chuka hai .adyniz maine
abhi abhi edit karna shuru kiya hai mujhe yeh poochna tha ki south asia se bulbapedia mai kitne editor hai
aur yeh bhi poochna tha ki mera userpage kaise active hogo please reply karna mera naam viv hai
:Han, mujhe pata hai k wo ab wapis achuka hai. Bulbapedia pe around 10 users hongay South Asia se, sirf ek tukka h, paka nahein keh sakta. Userpage active kerne k liye apko kuch articles ko edit kerna hoga. Kuch actual edits kernay ke baad aap autoconfirm hojaogay, aur us ke baad aap apna userpage edit ker sakte ho. Agar kuch aur information chahiye is ke baaray men to aap {{bp|Autoconfirmed users|ye article}} visit karo. Koi aur help chahiye to let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)
Thank you
--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:03, 27 March 2013 (UTC)

== CAN I HELP ==
adyniz can I help ganesh 27 in writing pokemon hindi themes?Adyniz aap reply zaroor karna aur mai achhe se hindi themes likhoonga. --[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:31, 8 April 2013 (UTC)
: @Ganesha27 actually, Ady isn't a native speaker of hindi, so agar aapko hindi ke baare me kuch bhi puchna hai toh, aap mujhse puch sakte ho :P Always ready to help :) [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 20:49, 5 April 2013 (UTC)
: '''Correction:''' @Viv :P [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 21:13, 5 April 2013 (UTC)

== N in anime ==

Who are the Pokémon {{an|N}} befriended in [[BW118]]? I tried writing this on N's talk page but I didn't get an official response for a while. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 21:23, 14 April 2013 (UTC)
:Sorry but lately, I haven't been following the anime properly. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)
::Ok. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 19:43, 7 May 2013 (UTC)

== Specific Permissions ==

Hey Adyniz! Your the first person I'm going to ask because I can't find the answer otherwise. I may be going to write a book and while I'm not planning to use ANY of the info on this site, I need to know if there is any permission to copy and use any photos on this website. I have done research through different resources and found you can copy and use any photos on websites that grant permission to that sort of thing with no cost. Wikipedia is one example, you can copy and use any photos from there. Since Bulbapedia is vary close to a version of Wikipedia, but much better, I thought that the same thing applied to hear as well. That's all I need an answer on. Thanks. {{unsigned|Nicksamphibians}}
:Apologies for replying so late. The thing is, you would fall foul of our license for anything that we are not just using as fair use ourselves. And the stuff that we are using as fair use, most of that you would need a license from Nintendo to use in any great capacity if you are selling that. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)

== pokemon ==
pokemon no longer on catoon network? {{unsigned|Viv}}
:I have no idea. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)
Pokémon black and white is now really late.....(anime)--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 10:16, 20 May 2013 (UTC)

== Pokémon V-Trainer ==

Hey, I was working on the [[Pokémon V-Trainer]] article, but the thing is, I'm having a hard time figuring out if there's nothing left to add or not. Do you know of any reliable sources that can help me with that? Because I can't find any. [[User:Pokedex493|Pokedex493]] ([[User talk:Pokedex493|talk]]) 06:03, 5 June 2013 (UTC)
:Sorry, I don't know any. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:22, 5 June 2013 (UTC)
Adyniz black and white is on Pogo only or oncn pak too?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:22, 11 June 2013 (UTC)

== Old Account ==
May I ask for my old account [[User:Jb28147]] to be blocked, as I don't use or plan to use that account anymore? Thanks. --[[User:Reshi643|Reshi643]] ([[User talk:Reshi643|talk]]) 18:22, 11 June 2013 (UTC)
:I'll look into it. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

== ask ==
Adyniz black and white is on Pogo only or oncn pak too?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:33, 17 June 2013 (UTC)
:No, it hasn't aired on CNP. For general chat purpose, you can contact users on the [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/ Bulbagarden forums]. Also, it is against the talk page policy to remove messages from the talk page. So, please do not undo any talk page message, unless there is a valid reason to do so. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

I undid it because you had not replied for many days and the day I deleted it you replied.Well Thanks for that!! --[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:23, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

== Template ==

Hi, yeah, thanks about the template. It actually is 'XY ready' color scheme wise, but it seems an XY scheme has yet to be added to the templates. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :)]] ([[User talk:S2daam|talk]]) 13:48, 21 July 2013 (UTC)
:I see, okay then. Keep up the good work :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:54, 21 July 2013 (UTC)

== Pokemon Merchandise Project ==

Kind of new to posting on Bulbapedia, so excuse me if I format something incorrectly here. I was wondering if I can help with the merch project. I have been a collector for years and run a website that sells Pokemon Center plush toys and Pokedolls. I feel I can contribute quite a bit about the plush toy brands and lines. I know a little about each figure brand, and have a general knowledge of almost all the areas of merchandise, but my area of expertise is definitely the plush toys (pokemon center, Banpresto, Pokedoll, takaratomy, ect.).

I have referenced Bulbapedia for years now and I would really like to be able to contribute something to it. So please let me know if you think I can be of some use to you guys! :)
[[User:Pokabubu|Pokabubu]] ([[User talk:Pokabubu|talk]]) 22:18, 27 July 2013 (UTC) Pokabubu
:Sure, we can use your help. You can refer to {{bp|Project Merchandise|the project page}}, [[:Category:Merchandise|the respective category]], the {{bp|Project Merchandise/Lists|lists}}. As for the Plush toys, we have [[:Category:Plush toys|this]]. I would also suggest you to visit the [[Pokémon merchandise]] article. If you think an article needs work or if it is missing, please feel free to work on it. Since you are a new user, you won't be able to create an article at the moment, you can still edit the articles though. So, if you want to start working on a new article, let me know. I can create one for you and then you can do your work. If you have any questions, let me know. Have a nice day! :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:27, 27 July 2013 (UTC)

Oh wow, I see that there is quite a bit I can do. There are actually quite a few huge brands not listed - Banpresto (there are probably around a 1,000+ banpresto plush toys), Takaratomy, Pokemon Center, Jakks Pacific, Toy Factory, to name a few. If possible, I would like to start with an article for "Toy Factory", since that would probably be the easiest and I could learn some things while working on it. I do understand that this probably isn't the highest priority for Bulbapedia, so please feel free to take your time when responding. :)[[User:Pokabubu|Pokabubu]] ([[User talk:Pokabubu|talk]]) 10:25, 16 August 2013 (UTC)
:[[Takara Tomy]], [[Pokémon Center (store)]] and [[Jakks Pacific]] already have articles, feel free to work on them if you want. And here is the [[Toy Factory]] article that you asked for, the stage is yours now. Don't forget to use the preview button when working on it and save your edit when you are done with it. One more thing, when you are working on the article and want to avoid the edit conflict, use the <nowiki>{{inuse}}</nowiki> template on top of the page and remove it from the page once you are done with it. Have a nice day :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:52, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

== News ==
Hi, Adyniz belated id mubarak. I wanna say that I live in India and there was an ad of [[wp:Pav Bhaji|Pav Bhaji]] masala in which a boy was wearing a Tee shirt having Pikachu drawn on it I can list this on Pokémon in popular culture--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:51, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
:I am not so sure. It seems minor as compared to the others mentioned in the article. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
But why then can i mention that Pikachu, Snivy , Tepig ,Oshawott [[wp:Rakshabandhan|Rakhi]] are available in India I have one too I can show that video of that Rakhi too you, by the way rakhi is a band that sisters tie on their brother's hand on Rakshabandhan can I mention on merchandise. here's the [http://youtu.be/Uhhdbdc4SNI video]--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 10:41, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
:Yeah, I know about the Rakshabandhan. I think [[Pokémon in South Asia#Pokémon merchandise|this]] would be the appropriate place for the Rakhi info. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:58, 14 August 2013 (UTC)

== Dubbing ==
Adyniz I'm putting all the Hindi names of Pokémon moves and abilities regularly, and every Black and White episode's Hindi title. By this I thought to put all the Hindi title of every episode till now I have completed EP02 - EP012 and randomly some episodes of diamond and pearl series I need help of any one else to complete this task. By the time side by side all black and white episode titles, places , moves and abilities I will put and side by side as well as earlier episode titles as far as name of move prior to gen v many moves have Hindi already written and rest I'll try too write . So, can you tell me a person speaking Hindi/Urdu to help me out?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 07:56, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
:You should have asked before doing so. We only add those episode titles which have been officially confirmed/actually used in the Hindi dub. As far as I know, they have never translated an episode title before BW. Therefore, the Hindi names of the episodes should not be added to any of the non-BW episode articles. Same goes for the abilities, moves and places. If they have been given a Hindi name in the anime, then it is fine but please do not translate them on your own, since it is against Bulbapedia's policy. I would suggest you to undo the respective edits that you have recently made. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 11:02, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
::Adyniz I have NEVER done any translation . Please before saying something like this to some one you should be sure and as far as I know I have been watching the anime from starting and NOT all but some alternate are give dub titles if you want reference see this and I NEVER add false information, have a look I'm giving you link for EP04-EP06 . LISTEN THE TITLES SPOKEN IN HINDI!
EP04-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-4.html here]
EP05-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-5.html here]
EP06-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-6.html here]

More episodes you can watch there. Forgive me if I was too rude. Thanks for even listening to me!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:35, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
:::I am positive that they have re-recorded some of the lines for the reruns. I strictly remember that they never used a single Hindi translated title during the original airings of any season prior to BW. I apologize if you were offended, but it is one of my responsibilities to make sure that we have authentic information. Considering [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=BW008&diff=prev&oldid=1936378 this translation] was not completely correct and some other translations had minor errors, I had to make sure. Regarding the Hindi episode titles, as I mentioned in the earlier message, if you have it confirmed that a title has been translated in Hindi, feel free to add it but it would be helpful if the source is mentioned in the edit summary, so that it is easier for us to verify. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:28, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
Common man that edit was just a mistake in listening I did not watch it on net I always watch it on T.V and directly add you see out of 36 black and white telecasted in India I guess 32 titles would have been provided by me and IF one or two listening errors are there I think you should not react like that Remember I am a human and as far as re-recording is concerned I have a real proof for it that is my mind that in the first season almost every episode had a title I can say this because I am watching it from the first episode in the original order , only because I came to the net world late I have not contributed to Pokémon in south Asia from starting--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:19, 16 August 2013 (UTC)

== Suggestion: Strategies ==

Hello Adyniz, I come to you with a suggestion, a rather ambitious and large one so sit back, grab your tea and get ready to read because it's going to be a long post.

'''Overview:'''

As a frequent and old Pokémon player I regularly find the need to search for the best way to raise my Pokémon, which Pokémon are the best to catch, and after having them, how can I maximize the potential of each and every Pokémon in my team. As you clearly know, there is no information on Bulbapedia (except for some stats, abilities and natures, but nothing indicative of a potential "best" situation) regarding this matter. Therefore, I wish to make a proposition so we can fulfill this niche of players who look to find the best way to make their team the most powerful one, or just to help guide the average player with his playing experience in order to avoid some frustration as to why his Pokémon aren't performing in up top shape. To serve this purpose I'm going to make two suggestions: the first one would be a simple short version of what a possible best strategy could be; and the second one would be a sort of in-depth guide for the training on each individual Pokémon. Now on to the suggestions!

:'''Disclaimer:''' (should be written and applied in all suggestions)

These builds and strategies are all but mere suggestions to serve as a guide for the average player who may struggle with the use of his Pokémon or simply to allow
them to learn more about how to unlock the true potential of each Pokémon. It is not meant for the player to be forced to take this path. The player should choose, by himself, which is the best way to raise his Pokémon.

:'''''First Suggestion - Recommended Strategy'''''

Objective - Serves as a quick go-to guide for the overall best strategy for a specific Pokémon.

''Example'':

{{Pokémon
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=100
|game=HeartGold and SoulSilver
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|held=Leftovers
|ability=Multiscale
|move1=ExtremeSpeed|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Outrage|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Dragon Dance|move3type=Dragon|move3cat=Status
|move4=Waterfall|move4type=Water|move4cat=Physical}}

''EVs and Nature:''

EVs: 252 Attack / 4 Speed / 252 Special
Nature: Adamant (+Attack, -Special Attack)

These EVs are completely focused on hard hitting targets, with a maximized Attack and Special Attack stats as it will guarantee a clear sweep which will continue to improve with each successful Dragon Dance.

See [[EV]] and [[List of Pokémon by effort value yield]] for more information on how to raise your Pokémon stats (alternatively it would be a good idea to make a page dedicated just to how to train your Pokémon's EV and how Natures affect your Pokémon, etc etc etc).

''Strategy:''

The strategy is as simples as follows:

* Keep using Dragon Dance whenever the opponent opens up a window of opportunity;
* Hit them straight in the face with whichever move is the best against that Pokémon, otherwise stick to Outrage;
* Use Extremespeed as a finisher;

Optionally, the use of Earthquake against teams who use Steel, Poison or Fire Pokémon has proven very effective. Roost is also
a good move if the player wishes to make the most out of Multiscale.

:'''''Second Suggestion - In-depth Guide'''''

Objective - Provide a complete in-depth competitive strategy giving the most important information and explanations about which build to choose for the specific Pokémon. As we know the competitive scene always brings out the best in the meta of every game, so to dedicate a page to strategies of the current metagame could greatly serve and help anyone who is looking for the best of the best.

''Example''

::'''Pokémon'''

*Name: Dragonite
*Index: 149
*First Type: Dragon
*Second Type: Flying
*Species: Dragon Pokémon
*Ability: Multiscale or Inner Focus

(tip: a box specific for this idea would be nice, I couldn't find one)

::'''Strategy Name: '''Physical Attacker
*Held Item: Haban Berry / Leftovers
*Abilty: Multiscale
*Nature: Adamant

::'''EV:'''
* 204 HP
* 252 Attack
* 52 Special Attack

::'''Moveset'''
* Dragon Claw
* Extremespeed
* Fire Punch
* Protect

::'''Strategy'''

This is the standard Dragonite set. Dragon Claw is Dragonite's main move, as it gets the STAB boost and is only resisted by Steel-types. Fire Punch provides nice coverage along with Dragon Claw, hitting Abomasnow and Steel-types for super effective damage. However, it should be noted that despite being super effective, Fire Punch won't do over 50% to max HP Metagross. ExtremeSpeed will allow Dragonite to strike first, moving even before all other priority attacks bar Fake Out. Protect is a staple for most Pokemon in VGC, and can also be used in sync with Leftovers to help restore HP each turn.

The 204 HP EVs allow Dragonite to always survive Life Orb Latios's Draco Meteor, and also gives it maximum Leftovers recovery and good bulk. The 52 Speed EVs let Dragonite outrun minimum speed Rotom-A. The rest of the EVs are put into Attack. An Adamant nature allows Dragonite to deal as much damage as possible, while Leftovers is used to restore some HP each turn, which might allow multiple usage of Multiscale. Haban Berry, however, lets Dragonite survive a Dragon Gem Latios's Draco Meteor, which it cannot do with just Multiscale.

As for teammates, Ground-types such as Krookodile can work well as Dragonite is immune to their Earthquake. Scrafty is a handy partner as it has Fake Out to help Dragonite preserve Mutiscale for a turn. Its STAB attacks are also super effective against Abomasnow and Latios, Dragonite's two main counters. Either Politoed or Ninetales can also be used to get rid of opposing sandstorm and hail if needed, as both of these weathers will break Dragonite's Multiscale. [http://www.smogon.com/bw/pokemon/dragonite/vgc2012 Taken from Smogon University] (I am aware that we shouldn't provide content from other websites without asking their permission but I don't have the enough experience to write a full on strategy by myself, I merely wanted to use this as an example, I understand if you have to remove this and if I would have to be scolded for putting this here)

'''Important side note:''' all of this information should be backed with a link to a page explaining how to evolve your Pokémon to raise their EVs this way, why and what natures affect what stats, what Pokémon to fight against if you want to have the best stats raised, how to catch Pokérus to further your stat evolution, the use of Vitamins in EVs, training with Macho Brace and the remaining factors that can boost the stats of the Pokémon.

''Secondary side note:'' As you can see the difference between this guide and the first guide is that the first guide should provide a more comprehensive and simple way for anyone to build their Pokémon in a specific powerful way, while the second one should be an all-out strategy taking the most important factors into consideration on the current metagame.

'''Pros and Cons of these suggestions:'''

Pros - the first suggestion is quick, succinct, easy to read and understandable, every build shouldn't be bigger than that, and the idea is that anyone can easily shortcut it's ways through the menu and quickly understand one of the best builds for Dragonite (in its page). The second suggestion should have a page completely dedicated to it and should serve as a complete in-depth guide of how to build a specific Pokémon. If we display several strategies while backing up that information with each and every VGC (and other important tournaments), this solves the subjective con since we could 100% base ourselves on real strategies used in real life tournaments and place them there for anyone to learn.

Cons - subjectiveness, my idea of "best build" can differ from the next guy, so this can be a problem in the sense that will probably generate a lot of discussion and to ascertain a common "best build" amongst the community could be very hard. This would require a change in each and every Pokémon page to grant a strategy to each one of it, or would require the creation of 600+ pages for in-depth guides in each Pokémon page. Either one of those are obviously time consuming. Another added con is that all of this information is very volatile as it can change from generation to generation with stats/abilities/move updates and new moves coming in to the game, requiring constant maintenance with each generation.

Presented Solutions - create a best strategy contest! This contest should be held weekly with different Pokémons each week, allowing for the community to pitch in their very own version of what the best strategy is while in the meantime allowing anyone who visits Bulbapedia to vote on what the best strategy is. At the end of the week the contest closes and the best strategy is posted on the Pokémon page crediting the user who entered the strategy. This could entice the community in to sharing ideas between them and would definitely bring more people in so they could place their own strategies for everyone to see. This solution could be made on the Bulbapedia page, or have a part of the forum dedicated to it. It could also be applied to any of the two suggestions I made.

'''Conclusion'''

I understand that overall this is a very, very hard and ambitious project for the whole Bulbapedia, with new games coming up every year, with new Anime and new Manga out every month, there is a lot of information that needs to be reviewed and constantly updated. Even after all these years the to-do list for Bulbapedia is huge and there's always some things that were left out that could have been done in a better fashion, hence my fear that making this could be a bite bigger than Bulbapedia can chew, and so I am ready to accept the fact that this suggestion will, most possibly, be discarded and forgotten as certainly there are other things waiting to be done and reserved for the future of Bulbapedia. To finish this massive wall of text, I just want to thank you for your patience and attention given in reading all this, I am very sorry that it had to came out this long, and I wish to point out that all I ever wanted was to provide a new perspective, a competitive perspective even, a new way for Bulbapedia to improve and become a better place for everyone. However, I didn't want to do it without having my opinions properly backed up.

: I only realized now that I was asking this to the wrong person since you're the deputy editor in chief for the Bulbanews and not actually Bulbagarden... I feel terrible for this mistake, and I'm sorry if I wasted any of your time, I'll copy paste this suggestion to Kogoro, she was the person I meant to send this information in the first place... If you want you can delete this whole section. I'm so sorry. ----[[User:EtherealAether|EtherealAether]] ''([[User talk:EtherealAether|talk]])'' 16:32, 29 August 2013 (UTC)
::No, that's alright and I apologize for the very late reply. I discussed it with some of the other staff members. We appreciate your effort but the thing is Bulbapedia is an encyclopedia and the stuff that you have explained above would be rather suitable for a strategy wiki. I have noticed that you have dropped this same message on Kogoro's talk page, she might explain it in a better way. Again, apologies for the late reply. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:44, 29 August 2013 (UTC)

== Account ==
My little brother also wants to contribute to Bulbapedia with his own account, he regularly contributes through my account but now he wants his own but the problem is he will use this computer only, I mean to say Bulbapedia will consider it a Sockpuppet can Bulbapedia allow to create an account if you allow thank you other wise well no problem--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:02, 25 August 2013 (UTC)
:I will forward your request to the higher ups. If anything comes up, I'll let you know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:08, 25 August 2013 (UTC)
::Go ahead, your brother can make his own account. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:11, 26 August 2013 (UTC)
Okay Thank You very much!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 12:41, 26 August 2013 (UTC)

Thanks Adyniz, I'm his brother --[[User:SachinTendulkaristhebest|SachinTendulkaristhebest]] ([[User talk:SachinTendulkaristhebest|talk]]) 12:52, 26 August 2013 (UTC)

== Upload file ==

Hello Adyniz! I'm new to Archives, so I'm not able to upload any images. Can you please upload these for me? - [http://static2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20131209011439/pokemon/images/3/3e/PlatinumArtwork.png Platinum (Adventures)] and [http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRQigqI9HA2UeRPih9g9a8Pp0vPHIUpH7815yuCNhQVSgRfdFoT Platinum Trio (Adventures)] Thanks! --[[User:%60Dawn|'''Platina-''']] [[User talk:`Dawn|'''Any Questions?''']] 16:25, 12 February 2014 (UTC)

Could you upload [Link removed] file to the [[National Pokedex]] page. It will be a great help for viewers.[[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 14:12, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

:PikaTepig999 we do NOT steal anything from anywhere, BY THE way they steal from us, they will always stay inferior to us. So please don't break that trend....--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:48, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

::PikaTepig999, thanks for the suggestion. It has been added to the article. I haven't used Pokémon Wikia's image though, because it is always nice if we can get [[a:File:Online English Pokédex.png|our own image]] rather than using their's or someone else's for that matter.
::Viv, that was a bit uncalled for. Also, I would appreciate it if I could respond for myself. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:43, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

:::Sorry about that Adyniz, but I get really frustrated when someone mentions Pokémon Wikia because I have seen in many of the pages that the content is stolen--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 06:31, 31 August 2013 (UTC)

::::THE IMAGE was created by ME in Windows Paint. At first I was unfamiliar to Bulbapedia.So i used to refer to that wiki. But then i found out about Bulbapedia and switched to it. Thanks for uploading the file. [[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 11:04, 31 August 2013 (UTC)

== Re:Code of Conduct ==

Hi there Adyniz, mere bhai ne jo bhi likha tha uska woh matlab bilkul nahi tha bus woh Bulbapedia ke strict rules, se thoda chhid gaya tha, woh kabhi kissi ko bura nahi keta aur uska really woh matlab nahi tha (And I really mean it) he is ''very'' '''sorry''' for that--[[User:SachinTendulkaristhebest|SachinTendulkaristhebest]] ([[User talk:SachinTendulkaristhebest|talk]]) 12:50, 7 September 2013 (UTC)

== Help ==

Hi Adyniz, could you tell me if we can use our bulbapedia account for other sections of BulbaGarden like Bulbasaur's Mysterious Garden ƒorums, BulbaNews,Archives etc. ?
When i visited these sites i could not log in by my bulbapedia account.
[[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 09:51, 14 September 2013 (UTC)
:You can use the same account on all three wikis (Bulbapedia, Archives and News). In order to do that, you will have to go to your [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Special:Preferences preferences] on Bulbapedia (the 'preferences' button on top, in between the 'talk' and 'watchlist' button). There, you will see a link which says "Manage your global account", click on it. You will get a "Login unification complete!" message. After you are done with it, try logging in on the Archives and Bulbanews, it should be working fine, if the account has been merged successfully. You can confirm it by revisiting the "preferences" on any of the Wikis and look for the note ''below'' "Global account status: All in order!". It should say "Your account is active on '''3''' project sites".
:As for the forums, you will have to [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/register.php make a separate account]. You can use the same Wiki username but that account will not be a part of the global wiki account. Take your time, read it carefully and then proceed. If you have any questions, let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:29, 14 September 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks for the help [[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 09:59, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

== Summary ==
I don't get what is the meaning of SLV you mentioned in [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Pok%C3%A9mon_in_South_Asia&diff=1969704&oldid=1965248 this] summary.--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:48, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

One more thing how may I ask something on Forums, means that where can I bring up a new question from my side on Forums! Man yeh forums bahut confusing hai!!!!!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:53, 23 September 2013 (UTC)
:SLV = '''S'''innoh '''L'''eague '''V'''ictors.
:It depends on the nature of your question. If it is wiki-related, then you can bring it [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/ in the respective section]. If it is somet--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 15:05, 24 October 2013 (UTC)hing forum-related, then [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f469/ here]. And if you want to introduce yourself then [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f223/ this] is the place to go to. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:42, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

::Thanks a lot Adyniz for the help!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:11, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

== Message to you ==

Hello Adyniz.I sent a message to you from DPF.Since you are logged in here most of time so I thought it would be good to hint you about it.Don't wanna tell about message.Do read your self.--[[User:Monfernape|Monfernape]] ([[User talk:Monfernape|talk]]) 15:20, 29 September 2013 (UTC)

Okay again replied.--[[User:Monfernape|Monfernape]] ([[User talk:Monfernape|talk]]) 08:50, 30 September 2013 (UTC)

== Problem ==
Hi adyniz please help me I'm not getting {{p|Heliolisk}} {{p|Helioptile}}, pages right I put the TM's/HM's in it but as you can see there's some kinda problem in the format I guess?!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:42, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
:Fixed. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:52, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
::ThAnKs!(Oh! THat FoOtER!)--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:54, 24 October 2013 (UTC)

== Suggestion ==
I know currently it's the Pokémon X & Y rush, but after it's over I have a suggestion for Bulbapedia that Pokémon's Cry's audio should be put up on it's page don't you think maine ye bahut saari sites per dekha hai. --[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 15:05, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
:It has been brought up a couple of times before, if I remember correctly. It would not be a wise idea to add the audio files. Mainly because, unlike images, the audio can easily cause a major copyright infringement issue. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:46, 24 October 2013 (UTC)

== Archives still protected and uploading is locked ==
Hello. The Achives are still protected due of preparing X & Y games, but they're out already and they should be unprotected sooner or later. I can't upload or edit on Archives because of that, so I must to 1st November before everything will go fine. I takled to Kogoro about unprotecting them, but he's not responding at all. Everyone had talked to him, but nothing happened. Do you have an idea what to do in this situation? Pikachu65 08:42, 28 October 2013 (UTC)
:{{ut|Kogoro#Image protection|Kogoro's reply}}. I guess you didn't check the {{bp|staff|staff page}}, she [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Bulbapedia:Staff&diff=1985572&oldid=1980312 announced her hiatus before leaving]. She is [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Bulbapedia:Staff&curid=102248&diff=1996905&oldid=1990842 back] now. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:05, 28 October 2013 (UTC)
Thanks, pal! Pikachu65 10:33, 28 October 2013 (UTC)

== Ash's legs error ==

The dust effect appears to be in front of Ash and the line where his legs are cut off is too straight, so it doesn't seem like part of the dust effect to me. And, as you said, this is the only frame showing the lowest part of Ash's legs, hence why I'm pretty sure it's an error. The animators probably drew only the upper part of Ash's body for that scene, and when adding a shaking effect to the camera, they slipped up and placed the "camera" below the drawing of Ash they had. It's similar to [[a:File:BW124 error.png|the error in BW124]] where the camera is located to the right of the drawing of the grass, and while I can't come up with specific examples, I've already seen errors like this in animation when the camera shakes. --[[User:Gabo 2oo|Gabo 2oo]] ([[User talk:Gabo 2oo|talk]]) 21:31, 9 November 2013 (UTC)
:Hmm... Can't say that I disagree with you, but I don't have a definite nod either. I guess indifferent would be the correct word here. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 04:32, 10 November 2013 (UTC)

== Contribution Page ==
Hi Adyniz, when I opened by contribution's page, along side some contributions I saw a this written ---> '''current'''. Why's this? . I have never noticed this before..!?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 07:59, 19 November 2013 (UTC)
:It shows [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=XY004&diff=2015942&oldid=2000845 the difference] between the particular revision that you chose and the current version of the article. By current version, I mean the most recent revision/edit done on that article. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:07, 19 November 2013 (UTC)
::Thank a lot!{{unsigned|Viv}}

User talk:Adil/Archive 4

2014-02-12T16:29:03Z

`Dawn: /* Upload file */

{| {{Schemetable|Unova}}
! Talk Page Archives
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* '''[[User talk:Adyniz/Archive 1|Oct 2008 - April 2010]]'''
* '''[[User talk:Adyniz/Archive 2|April 2010 - April 2011]]'''
* '''[[User talk:Adyniz/Archive 3|May 2011 - July 2012]]'''
|}
|}

== New Versions ==

Hey, Adyniz, can you replace those four files: [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:086Seel.png Seel]; [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:087Dewgong.png Dewgong]; [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:148Dragonair.png Dragonair] and [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:232Donphan.png Donphan] with those: [http://prikachi.com/images/433/5043433A.png Seel]; [http://prikachi.com/images/437/5043437z.png Dewgong]; [http://prikachi.com/images/439/5043439w.png Dragonair] and [http://prikachi.com/images/440/5043440R.png Donphan], because they're bigger and with better quality! I'm asking you, because Archives are still protected. [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 16:05, 22 July 2012 (GMT)
:Done, I have replaced all the lower quality pics with the higher quality ones. If you don't mind, may I know from where did you get them? [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:40, 22 July 2012 (UTC)
::Mmm... I think Donphan and Dragonair were send by my friend, he got them from an official site, and I think I got Seel and Dewgong from a website via Opera Dragonfly! [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 17:21, 22 July 2012 (GMT)
:::I see, thanks for the high quality images. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:54, 22 July 2012 (UTC)

==My Apologies==

Hey Ady...I just wanted to apologize to you for my little outburst the other night. I was in a bad mood and didn't even think to look at other movie articles before I reverted. Sorry to take it out on you. :) --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 01:12, 23 July 2012 (UTC)
:No problemo :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:36, 23 July 2012 (UTC)

== B2W2 US Boxarts with ESRB Ratings ==

Hey, Adyniz! I'm trying to upload White 2's US Boxart with the ESRB rating, but it doesn't seem to be working. Is uploading images something only for staff? If so, could you or someone from the staff maybe upload the images? We don't need the boxart with "Rating Pending" on it anymore. Thanks! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 17:56, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
:Bulbagarden Archives is locked at the moment, and it currently do not have a determined opening date. So yes, only the Archives staff members can upload images. And sure, I won't mind uploading the requested images. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:08, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
::Alright, so, is it OK that I found the images on The Pokémon Wiki? Also, they're a little bit small, but hopefully it will suffice.

White 2- https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQqyUM2gOlN7DXDNkg4U6M9HhwbYB5EtxliUy0cgt9zdLsbErWl

Black 2- https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTsBoIj8K5E7iRWjktJsOJBnaVb4vdsYln4MrFFxBFTVH-TgPeV
{{unsigned|Torpoleon}}
:::I found the similar [http://www.gamestop.com/common/images/lbox/181778b.jpg images] on [http://www.gamestop.com/common/images/lbox/181777b.jpg Gamestop], with no distorted pixels but smaller in comparison. The problem is that they are of very low quality/resolution as compared to the ones that we are currently using. Besides, the rating is already mentioned in the article, so it is not that big of an issue right now. Therefore, I think we should wait for the high quality versions. Also, if you forgot to sign your comment, you are not suppose to sign it later, it is against [[Bulbapedia:Talk page policy#Signing comments|the talk page policy]]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:39, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
::::Oops, sorry with the signing. I usually never forget. Anyways, sure, we can wait for HQ versions. [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 20:20, 24 July 2012 (UTC)

==Unlock==
Hey, Adyniz sorry for my stupid question, but do you know when the Archives will be unlocked? [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 20:53, 25 July 2012 (GMT)
:[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=User_talk:Kogoro&diff=1728416&oldid=1728123 Please] [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/suggestions-ideas-problems-73904/index15.html#post4197922 read] [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/suggestions-ideas-problems-73904/index14.html#post4182967 these]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:00, 25 July 2012 (UTC)

== Unneeded redirect? ==

Take a look at [[Template:New episode]]? Those redirects were created to remove unnecessary redlinks from the Wanted Pages. Take a look at what links to them before you just up and delete things. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 19:48, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
:Isn't that the case with at least one article every time? For example, no matter what we do, the next (currently unrevealed) episode will always appear in the wanted pages. Right now, it is BW093. So, why those two are getting special treatments? [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:15, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
::Because it isn't the next immediate one. They aren't the ones that should theoretically be created in one week. There will always be future things; however, these links aren't considered "future things". Instead, they are considered links that exist only because a template forces them to. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 23:46, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
:::Oh, okay. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 00:01, 26 July 2012 (UTC)

== Battle judge va ==

I saw on Bill Roger's facebook page that he voiced the battle judge of the Clubsplosion tournament. Shouldn't that be listed on his bulbapedia page? [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 00:44, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
:No, he did not say that. What he said was "''You can also hear me in the '''next few eps''' as the battle judge''". That does not necessarily mean that he is voicing any of the Clubsplosion judges (Freddy O'Martian is voiced by Tom Wayland, and Marc Thompson voiced Don George). He might be referring to a "future" dub episode, since a battle judge does appear in BW083/84 (Homika's Gym referee) or it could be [[Jeremy]] (BW086). [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:41, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
::Oh wait, now I see what you were referring to, after skimming through the episode. Well, if Bill was referring to that guy then it should be noted, but it is not confirmed yet. I will try to ask Kg to see if she can get it confirmed from Tom. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:50, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
:::Thanks. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 13:23, 26 July 2012 (UTC)

== [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Trip%27s_Serperior&curid=115216&diff=1737644&oldid=1737636&rcid=1849814 Serperior] ==

First let me start by saying that for the editing i was using the preveiw button however, i am human just like you and I will never be able to catch every mistake Make but when i do i go back fix them and people edit sharking me isn't helping anything just know that i know its your job to fix things.[[User:Glalie Power|Glalie Power]] ([[User talk:Glalie Power|talk]]) 16:08, 3 August 2012 (UTC)
:I am not sharking or degrading you, but pointing out where you went wrong, so that you can improve yourself and become an even better contributor. It is only for your own benefit. I know that you are a human being just like everyone else and we are bound to make mistakes. So, if someone makes an incorrect edit, it is the duty of another user to correct the problem. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:41, 3 August 2012 (UTC)

== Pictures ==

Hey, where do you get HD pictures? Please reply :) (sorry, I'm from Poland)--[[User:Rafi862|Rafi862]] ([[User talk:Rafi862|talk]]) 16:18, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
:No particular website, I take them myself. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:44, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
::How?--[[User:Rafi862|Rafi862]] ([[User talk:Rafi862|talk]]) 09:35, 1 September 2012 (UTC)

== Image ==

Hi, Adyniz, I am new at Bulbapedia, so I can't upload any images, as you are an admin you can. I found an good image for the ranger, [[Luana (Ranger)|Luana]], that page has no profile image. Can you upload it? I uploaded it on the pokemon wikia, where I can upload Image's even though I am new there. I send you a link to that image:[http://images.wikia.com/pokemon/images/a/af/Luana_%28Ranger%29.png].

Sorry for my maybe bad grammar, but I am dutch.

--[[User:Quilafa|Quilafa]] ([[User talk:Quilafa|talk]]) 11:24, 16 August 2012 (UTC)
:[[:a:File:Luana (Ranger).png|Done]], thanks for the image. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:51, 16 August 2012 (UTC)

== Project notice ==
Hello! I came here you a question{{tt|*|obviously}}. I was reading the [[Bulbapedia:Manual of style/Anime|anime MoS]] and I noticed that the first section of that page {{tt|states|since it's a policy}} that only completed articles should have the project anime notice, but I have seen many stubs which have the project notice. I was going to ask KG 'bout it, but I thought that since you were the one who created that page, you might have a clue about it. What do you think should be done? [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 09:59, 19 August 2012 (UTC)
:For this question, {{u|Kenji-girl}} would be the right person to go to. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:44, 22 August 2012 (UTC)

== Dawn returning to Hoenn ==

I don't understand why you undid my edit on BW093 in the major events section. Dawn is currently on a journey in Hoenn, so it's obvious that she's going back there. We did the same thing when May briefly returned, so why should Dawn be different? [[User:Satoshi101|サトシ101]] ([[User talk:Satoshi101|talk]]) 20:01, 23 August 2012 (UTC)
:May explicitly stated that she has earned 3 Johto ribbons and she'll go back to Johto in order to win the remaining ribbons. How do we know that Dawn is currently on a journey in Hoenn? And I honestly fail to see the 'obvious' part here. She did not say a single word about her journey in Hoenn region. So, assuming that she will go back to Hoenn is pure speculation at the moment. Unless we get an official confirmation, it should not be added. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 20:12, 23 August 2012 (UTC)
::Well, if you put it that way, then maybe we should wait. [[User:Satoshi101|サトシ101]] ([[User talk:Satoshi101|talk]]) 20:23, 23 August 2012 (UTC)

== Image (again) ==
Hi, [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User_talk:Adyniz# I talked to you earlier about an image], now I can upload images so I uploaded [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Krokka_Tunnel_Ranger1.png a image] for [[Krokka Tunnel]] on Bulbagarden, but I don't see it at the Krokka Tunnel page, can you do something about it? ([http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Krokka_Tunnel_Ranger1.png Click here for the Image on bulbagarden]).
--[[User:Quilafa|Quilafa]] ([[User talk:Quilafa|talk]]) 12:59, 26 August 2012 (UTC)
:The image is there but it is not showing up because of the cache. Try purging the cache (click on the clock on top of the page). If that doesn't work, [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Krokka_Tunnel&action=edit open this link]{{tt|*|it will take you directly in the editing mode}} and then select "show preview". If the image shows up when previewing it, click on the "Save page" button and it should fix the problem. This edit will not be counted as an actual edit, but rather a 'null edit'. Null edit technique usually helps in fixing the cache problems. Try it and let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:24, 26 August 2012 (UTC)

== Kotetsu ==

I recreated his page because he seems to be confirmed to be Ash's rival. I did not know. I'm sorry. Can I recreate it the day before BW092 airs?{{unsigned|‎Chomper4}}
:He does not seem to be confirmed to be the 'new' rival but merely a Pokémon Trainer, at least for now. A confirmation requires a solid official proof, which we do not have at the moment. He is not travelling with the gang either since there is no sign of him being in the TR two parter. No summary, magazine scan, or any other source has confirmed his status. Therefore, I do not see the need of creating the article before the episode airs. However, you are more than welcome to create the article once the episode officially airs but please do not forget to put some more effort, as I mentioned in {{ut|Chomper4#Articles, again|my previous message}} on your talkpage. For now, you can save the article in a notepad file if you want.
:Last but not the least, on all {{bp|talk page}}s, write <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki> or click on http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/skins/common/images/button_sig.png button after every post. This automatically generates your [[Bulbapedia:signature policy|signature]], and lets everyone know who has written what, and when. Thank you, and have a good time contributing! [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:46, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
: Sure, and do you mean when BW092 or BW093 airs? [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]]) 14:52, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
::BW093, the episode in which Kotetsu debuts. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:01, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
::Sorry, but its just I am worried that someone else will create it. I heard that the serebii forums are talking about proof for Kotetsu being the new rival. [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]]) 21:48, 28 August 2012 (UTC)

== Big question due to there being a Kotetsu picture? ==

Can I make [[User:Chomper4/Kotetsu]]? [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]])
:We have been over this before, twice. No article before the episode. Whether their is a picture available or not, we still do not know anything about the character. I have already explained everything in detail in our previous discussions. If you are concerned about the credit i.e someone else might create the article before you, then I must inform you that Bulbapedia is a ''community-driven'' Pokémon encyclopedia. Everyone gets an equal chance to contribute, unless there is a good reason to prevent a certain group of users from editing. The article will be unprotected exactly after the episode is done airing. I repeat, please ''do not'' create an article related to Kotetsu in any of the namespaces before BW093's official airing, and it applies to everyone. Thank you. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:08, 30 August 2012 (UTC)

== Humilau Gym and the Pokémon League Calendar ==

G'day, Adyniz. I included one link to a Humilau Gym season on the article talk page (hover your mouse over the shaded areas to see what season is in progress). In case that's not enough, see [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/5071/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/1901/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/209/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/210/?y=2013&m=7 here] for local seasons across the United States. All "Humilau Gym" seasons follow an Opelucid Gym season (July) and start on the 12th August AFAIK. Presumably there's a "master" schedule with these specific names and dates which seems to be out of the reach of us mere mortals (!). All the very best, [[User:Shiny Porygon|Shiny Porygon]] ([[User talk:Shiny Porygon|talk]]) 07:37, 22 September 2012 (UTC)
:Aha, thanks for the links. The hovering thing didn't occur to me at all when I was going through the league pages yesterday, all I could see was Aspertia. Thanks again. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 07:42, 22 September 2012 (UTC)

== Why? ==

Dude, why did you edit one of my personal subpages? I realise that the character name had changed, but you can't just go around editing other peoples pages. It would have redirected to the right page anyway. I don't see what the point of it was.--[[User:Pokelova|''Poké'']][[User talk:Pokelova|lova!]] 17:25, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
:Yes, I ''can'' go around editing other people's pages, ''if'' an edit is to be done. Whenever someone moves an article, it is a common courtesy to fix the links, whether it is a mainspaced article or a user's namespace, simple as that. Also, I do not appreciate the tone you are using, {{bp|Code of conduct|it is disrespectful}}. You have been on Bulbapedia for more than 4 years now, you should know better. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:50, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
::Redirects are not an acceptable reason to edit other people's userpages. They never have been. And there was nothing disrespectful about Pokelova's comment, he is correct. Linking to redirects does not cause the same sort of problem that linking to non existent pages, or using incorrect categories does. Just because you don't agree with someone does not mean you can tell them off for breaking a rule when they didn't do anything wrong. ''That'' certainly is disrespectful. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 18:12, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
:::Acceptable reason? Excuse me but it '''is''' a common courtesy to fix those things regardless of the namespace. And telling me "''you can't just go around editing other peoples pages''" '''is''' disrespectful, when I was just doing my job. As a staff member and as a human being, I expect at least a little bit of respect from the people, especially when I try to be nice with others. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:49, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
::::Staff members may edit users' pages for technical reasons as long as the output is not changed. I don't understand why it's such a big deal. I would certainly appreciate if people weren't at each other's throats over something so minor. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 19:22, 28 September 2012 (UTC)

== Underleveled Pokémon table ==

Hello again, Adyniz. I was wondering if it would be alright to create a table on the Level article for specific trainers with underleveled Pokémon. Here is a link to the conversation where it was mentioned in: [[User_talk:Adyniz/Archive_3#Trivia_Removal]] Thank you for your time. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 01:28, 10 October 2012 (UTC)
:Since it has been almost a week I will work on create a table on my userspace for a guide as to how it would appear. Please let me know if there is any problems or comments that you have. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 22:14, 15 October 2012 (UTC)
::My apologies for the delay. I still can't give you a green signal to mainspace it because I haven't brought it up yet. But sure, you can create it in your userspace. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:55, 16 October 2012 (UTC)
:::Ah, it is alright. I was a bit worried that it had been denied or something. :) Thank you for the reply. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 02:27, 16 October 2012 (UTC)
::::Well, I have made a few edits to it [[User:Super goku/Sandbox/Underleveled Table|here]] since my last comment. Let me know if you have any suggestion or if something should be changed. (Of course, you are free to edit it as well.) :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 02:20, 26 October 2012 (UTC)
:::::The basic info is arranged in a decent manner, but there is a chance that I might be missing something. Mainly because I am not that good when it comes to templates. So, it would be nice if you show it to {{u|Werdnae}} or {{u|Jo The Marten}} for more feedback. They have more knowledge on the subject :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:30, 7 November 2012 (UTC)
::::::Ah, thank you. I think that there might be better ways to show the information but if there is some then I do not know them. Thank you for the reply and for helping me. :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 20:11, 7 November 2012 (UTC)

Once again, Hello. After the conversation above, I went to [[User_talk:Jo_The_Marten/Archive3#Underleveled_Pok.C3.A9mon_table|Jo the Marten]] for more feedback. They seemed to be alright with the table, but the message ended up bring [[User_talk:Super_goku/Sandbox/Underleveled_Table|quite a bit of helpful attention]] to the page. Now that I have sorted the suggestions and seeing how it is, I believe that it is in a relatively stable state for the moment to discuss. Is it proper if I may request if the table could be greenlighted or would it be better to discuss with another user? No matter what, thank you for your help in this. :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 07:23, 8 February 2013 (UTC)
:Good to know. I would suggest you to drop a new message on the {{ut|Super goku/Sandbox/Underleveled Table|article's talk page}} regarding what you have in mind or you can bring it to the higher authorities, {{u|Werdnae}} and {{u|Kogoro}}, for the final decision. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 09:50, 8 February 2013 (UTC)
::I think that I will work on the table a bit more since {{u|Marked +-+-+}} has helped to point something out to me before I take it to either Werdnae or Kogoro. Thanks for the help. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 17:46, 8 February 2013 (UTC)

== RE: Kotetsu ==

I have it from Iris' german voice actor ^^ --[[User:Altruis|Altruis]] [[User talk:Altruis|''でんき'']] 17:24, 27 November 2012 (UTC)

== Season 15 ending ==

Just curious as to how you guys found out the season ends with that episode? I haven't seen anything anywhere else. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 00:32, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
:[https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/12276_10151169597808097_1916494438_n.jpg Here], BW101. If you zoom the image, you can see the production code (1604) on top, which means it is the 4th episode of the 16th season. Which makes BW098 its first episode. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:55, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
::Thank You for clearing that up for me. :) --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 05:44, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
:::No problem. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 09:37, 8 December 2012 (UTC)

== Scan translation ==

I uploaded this image (File:Ash vs Kotetsu scan.png )and as I couldn't find any way to translate it's information ,I thought to ask you if you can ?[[User:Alexsummer|★Alex★]] [[User talk:Alexsummer|Water]] 18:20, 23 December 2012 (UTC)
:I am sorry but I do not speak Japanese. Therefore, I cannot translate the dialogues in the scan. Not to mention, it has been out there for weeks. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 02:57, 24 December 2012 (UTC)

== BW094 ==

Did ''[[BW094|The Road to Humilau]]'' air in the US, as I saw a Who's That Pokémon? image already uploaded, or unless the UK also does WTP? Another thing, is the trivia relating with the music being heard from the original version of the episode? [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 05:59, 30 December 2012 (UTC)
:As the episode article says, the episode will air on Jan. 5 in US but it has already aired in UK. And the UK version uses the same WTPs as US, much like every international version. And the Mezase humming sound was changed in the dub. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:36, 30 December 2012 (UTC)

== Manga Update ==

Since you seem to the quickest to get a hold of. I thought I would show you [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Heart-Gold-Silver/dp/1421559005/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-3&keywords=pokemon+adventures these] [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Black-White-Vol/dp/142155898X/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-6&keywords=pokemon+adventures pages] so Bulbanews can report it. Sadly I don't have time to submit and correct everything myself, otherwise I would :( --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 21:25, 5 February 2013 (UTC)
:Not an issue and thanks for the links. As for BW, I am confused since we already have [[Pokémon Black and White volume 1|this]] but after talking to Ataro, it seems that [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Black-White-Vol/dp/142155898X/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-6&keywords=pokemon+adventures the new one] is mostly likely the English version of the [[Pokémon Adventures volume 43|43rd volume]] and the new HGSS volume is probably the [[Pokémon Adventures volume 41|41st]], as you know. The problem is that we have a little to no info about the releases and 'no cover' makes it even harder to identify. I'll forward these to Zesty, just in case. Thanks again [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:23, 6 February 2013 (UTC)
::My guess is the same as yours and I also have the same concerns. While I think it is likely to be #43 and #41, it's so hard to know without a cover. I would guess VIZ Media doesn't want to release {{chap|HeartGold & SoulSilver}} with the name "Diamond, Pearl & Platinum" lol. For the Black and White one, while they've done the {{chap|Black & White}} in those mini-volumes, I guessed they might do them in compilations now that it's being published in collected volume format since there might be additional content. I've been sick the last couple days so I haven't been on the computer much but you could put it on Bulbanews yourself if you want, maybe use [http://bulbanews.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Template:Rumor Rumor template] on Bulbanews since it's mostly speculation, though it is on Amazon so some part of it is legit. That's my two cents anyway. [[Special:Contributions/Zesty Cactus|--]][[User:Zesty Cactus|'''Zesty''']][[User talk:Zesty Cactus|'''Cactus''']] 16:04, 9 February 2013 (UTC)

== Section for Challenge Mode teams in the [[Pokémon League (Unova)]] Article ==

The Challenge Mode teams for the Unova Elite 4 & Iris wont fit with everything else in the Unova Pokémon League page, so should there be a section called Pokémon League (Unova)/Black 2 and White 2 Challenge Mode or Pokémon League (Unova)/Black and White, putting the BW teams there and having the Easy/Normal & Challenge B2W2 teams on the regular page? [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 18:38, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
:Thanks for bringing it up. BW and B2W2 Normal Mode teams are staying on the main article and the Challenge Mode teams have been added to a [[Pokémon League (Unova)/Challenge Mode|new sub-page]]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 21:22, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
::Thank you, Adyniz! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 21:56, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
:::Hey, again. Sorry to bug you but, the teams in the regular article are only Normal Mode. Putting in Easy Mode just barely doesn't fit (tried it and it doesn't work). What should be done? Should the Challenge Mode section be reserved for the BW teams instead or have a whole article for BW and a whole article for B2W2, similarly to Unova's Victory Road? [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 12:15, 24 February 2013 (UTC)
::::I'm confused. Sorry but aren't Easy and Normal Modes the same? Also, which article are you referring to? I haven't gotten much far in the game and the Unova E4 articles refer to them as "Easy Mode/Normal Mode", which lead me to think that they are the same thing. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:26, 24 February 2013 (UTC)
:::::Easy/Normal Mode have the same Pokémon & movesets, but different levels and money earned from victory (the individual pages of the Unova E4 & Iris have been updated to have Easy/Normal Mode and I tried putting those in instead of just the regular Initial Battle, but it doesn't fit, for some reason). By what article am I referring to, do you mean when I said BW & B2W2 should have their own articles? Sorry that this is getting a bit confusing, but hopefully it can all be worked out quickly! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 21:48, 24 February 2013 (UTC)

== HD Anime Images ==
Hey Adyniz, Masatoshi says you know how to get HD pictures for the anime. Could you please tell me? Because most of the pictures I upload are reverted. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 03:22, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:{{ut|Adyniz/Archive 3#Screenshots|Here}}. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:13, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks, but where do I go to get the thread? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 12:20, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:::The current 'general' anime thread is [http://toro.2ch.net/test/read.cgi/anime/1362838917/ this one]. As for the specific episode thread, one of the users usually posts the link in the general thread [http://archive.2ch-ranking.net/anime/1362628261.html#38 right before] the episode's airing. For example, [http://blog.livedoor.jp/pokemato/archives/25353101.html BW116 thread]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:38, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
::::Thanks. How would I find threads for previously aired episodes? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 20:42, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::Google. They follow the same pattern for the titles of the episode threads. As for the really old ones, I am sorry but I don't think there is an index available for them. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 11:03, 12 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::Thanks. Now none of my images will be reverted. And by the way, sorry about giving you and Masatoshi a hard time with Ash's Pignite. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 18:32, 12 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::Hey Adyniz, Google isn't working. I still can't find threads for any other episodes other than the one you sent me for BW116. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 02:33, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::Same goes for me. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 02:50, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::Try searching '''ポケットモンスターBW シーズン2 第33話'''. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:52, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::::It says "this thread has been stored in a warehouse past log". Maybe they delete the threads come a while after they air? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 11:03, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::There are usually multiple links available (I don't really know the complete system). For example, the Toro links usually get archived while the logosoku threads keep their posts. [http://www.logsoku.com/r/livetx/1363243979/ Here] is the [http://blog.livedoor.jp/pokemato/archives/25615424.html BW117 thread]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:13, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::::::It seems like you know how to get the threads. Could I just ask you to send me the link to the thread whenever I need it? Don't worry, I won't go "{{p|Ferrothorn|Nutreyz}}"..... :> [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 13:16, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::::I do not have a problem with that, but I am usually busy with other stuff on the working days. So, I may not be able to respond right away. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:53, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
Alright, cool. It doesn't matter to me if you don't respond right away. Could you send me the BW107 thread? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 17:38, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
:[http://www.pokemon-matome.com/archives/21431795.html BW107] thread. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:16, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks, Adyniz. What I am really looking for is a better image for Ash's Oshawott, but the images in this thread are too big. Do you know if there are any threads with 1280x720 images of Oshawott? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 01:55, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
:::No, I do not. In my opinion, Oshawott doesn't need a new header, the current header image is fine. Same goes for Snivy and the rest of Ash's "in-rotation" party. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 03:30, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
::::Except for Oshawott, I think everyone else's headers are fine. However, in Oshawott's current header, his scalchop is too big. That's why I want to replace it. There is a perfect image in of Oshawott in the BW107 thread, but the images are too big. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 17:47, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::It is a close-up shot, that is why it looks big. Overall, the image is fine for now. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:08, 18 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::Hey Adyniz, could you please send me the BW106 and BW108 threads from 2ch? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 13:34, 20 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::[http://manaduru3.blog24.fc2.com/blog-entry-1029.html BW106] and [http://manaduru3.blog24.fc2.com/blog-entry-1033.html BW108]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::Thanks dude! [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 01:30, 27 March 2013 (UTC)

==I'm Here==
Hey! Ady sorry I could not help you two years back due to heavy school work, now I'm gonna make that page for sure. Check it out I've already done the job for one season, I'll complete it within some 2-3 months. [[User:Ganesha27|Ganesha27]] ([[User talk:Ganesha27|talk]]) 20:03, 18 March 2013 (UTC)
:Keep up the good work. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)

== hello ==
Adyniz aap pokemon india ke facebook page par bhi thee na kya aapko pata hai pokemon india mai wapas aa chuka hai .adyniz maine
abhi abhi edit karna shuru kiya hai mujhe yeh poochna tha ki south asia se bulbapedia mai kitne editor hai
aur yeh bhi poochna tha ki mera userpage kaise active hogo please reply karna mera naam viv hai
:Han, mujhe pata hai k wo ab wapis achuka hai. Bulbapedia pe around 10 users hongay South Asia se, sirf ek tukka h, paka nahein keh sakta. Userpage active kerne k liye apko kuch articles ko edit kerna hoga. Kuch actual edits kernay ke baad aap autoconfirm hojaogay, aur us ke baad aap apna userpage edit ker sakte ho. Agar kuch aur information chahiye is ke baaray men to aap {{bp|Autoconfirmed users|ye article}} visit karo. Koi aur help chahiye to let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)
Thank you
--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:03, 27 March 2013 (UTC)

== CAN I HELP ==
adyniz can I help ganesh 27 in writing pokemon hindi themes?Adyniz aap reply zaroor karna aur mai achhe se hindi themes likhoonga. --[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:31, 8 April 2013 (UTC)
: @Ganesha27 actually, Ady isn't a native speaker of hindi, so agar aapko hindi ke baare me kuch bhi puchna hai toh, aap mujhse puch sakte ho :P Always ready to help :) [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 20:49, 5 April 2013 (UTC)
: '''Correction:''' @Viv :P [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 21:13, 5 April 2013 (UTC)

== N in anime ==

Who are the Pokémon {{an|N}} befriended in [[BW118]]? I tried writing this on N's talk page but I didn't get an official response for a while. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 21:23, 14 April 2013 (UTC)
:Sorry but lately, I haven't been following the anime properly. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)
::Ok. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 19:43, 7 May 2013 (UTC)

== Specific Permissions ==

Hey Adyniz! Your the first person I'm going to ask because I can't find the answer otherwise. I may be going to write a book and while I'm not planning to use ANY of the info on this site, I need to know if there is any permission to copy and use any photos on this website. I have done research through different resources and found you can copy and use any photos on websites that grant permission to that sort of thing with no cost. Wikipedia is one example, you can copy and use any photos from there. Since Bulbapedia is vary close to a version of Wikipedia, but much better, I thought that the same thing applied to hear as well. That's all I need an answer on. Thanks. {{unsigned|Nicksamphibians}}
:Apologies for replying so late. The thing is, you would fall foul of our license for anything that we are not just using as fair use ourselves. And the stuff that we are using as fair use, most of that you would need a license from Nintendo to use in any great capacity if you are selling that. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)

== pokemon ==
pokemon no longer on catoon network? {{unsigned|Viv}}
:I have no idea. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)
Pokémon black and white is now really late.....(anime)--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 10:16, 20 May 2013 (UTC)

== Pokémon V-Trainer ==

Hey, I was working on the [[Pokémon V-Trainer]] article, but the thing is, I'm having a hard time figuring out if there's nothing left to add or not. Do you know of any reliable sources that can help me with that? Because I can't find any. [[User:Pokedex493|Pokedex493]] ([[User talk:Pokedex493|talk]]) 06:03, 5 June 2013 (UTC)
:Sorry, I don't know any. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:22, 5 June 2013 (UTC)
Adyniz black and white is on Pogo only or oncn pak too?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:22, 11 June 2013 (UTC)

== Old Account ==
May I ask for my old account [[User:Jb28147]] to be blocked, as I don't use or plan to use that account anymore? Thanks. --[[User:Reshi643|Reshi643]] ([[User talk:Reshi643|talk]]) 18:22, 11 June 2013 (UTC)
:I'll look into it. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

== ask ==
Adyniz black and white is on Pogo only or oncn pak too?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:33, 17 June 2013 (UTC)
:No, it hasn't aired on CNP. For general chat purpose, you can contact users on the [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/ Bulbagarden forums]. Also, it is against the talk page policy to remove messages from the talk page. So, please do not undo any talk page message, unless there is a valid reason to do so. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

I undid it because you had not replied for many days and the day I deleted it you replied.Well Thanks for that!! --[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:23, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

== Template ==

Hi, yeah, thanks about the template. It actually is 'XY ready' color scheme wise, but it seems an XY scheme has yet to be added to the templates. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :)]] ([[User talk:S2daam|talk]]) 13:48, 21 July 2013 (UTC)
:I see, okay then. Keep up the good work :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:54, 21 July 2013 (UTC)

== Pokemon Merchandise Project ==

Kind of new to posting on Bulbapedia, so excuse me if I format something incorrectly here. I was wondering if I can help with the merch project. I have been a collector for years and run a website that sells Pokemon Center plush toys and Pokedolls. I feel I can contribute quite a bit about the plush toy brands and lines. I know a little about each figure brand, and have a general knowledge of almost all the areas of merchandise, but my area of expertise is definitely the plush toys (pokemon center, Banpresto, Pokedoll, takaratomy, ect.).

I have referenced Bulbapedia for years now and I would really like to be able to contribute something to it. So please let me know if you think I can be of some use to you guys! :)
[[User:Pokabubu|Pokabubu]] ([[User talk:Pokabubu|talk]]) 22:18, 27 July 2013 (UTC) Pokabubu
:Sure, we can use your help. You can refer to {{bp|Project Merchandise|the project page}}, [[:Category:Merchandise|the respective category]], the {{bp|Project Merchandise/Lists|lists}}. As for the Plush toys, we have [[:Category:Plush toys|this]]. I would also suggest you to visit the [[Pokémon merchandise]] article. If you think an article needs work or if it is missing, please feel free to work on it. Since you are a new user, you won't be able to create an article at the moment, you can still edit the articles though. So, if you want to start working on a new article, let me know. I can create one for you and then you can do your work. If you have any questions, let me know. Have a nice day! :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:27, 27 July 2013 (UTC)

Oh wow, I see that there is quite a bit I can do. There are actually quite a few huge brands not listed - Banpresto (there are probably around a 1,000+ banpresto plush toys), Takaratomy, Pokemon Center, Jakks Pacific, Toy Factory, to name a few. If possible, I would like to start with an article for "Toy Factory", since that would probably be the easiest and I could learn some things while working on it. I do understand that this probably isn't the highest priority for Bulbapedia, so please feel free to take your time when responding. :)[[User:Pokabubu|Pokabubu]] ([[User talk:Pokabubu|talk]]) 10:25, 16 August 2013 (UTC)
:[[Takara Tomy]], [[Pokémon Center (store)]] and [[Jakks Pacific]] already have articles, feel free to work on them if you want. And here is the [[Toy Factory]] article that you asked for, the stage is yours now. Don't forget to use the preview button when working on it and save your edit when you are done with it. One more thing, when you are working on the article and want to avoid the edit conflict, use the <nowiki>{{inuse}}</nowiki> template on top of the page and remove it from the page once you are done with it. Have a nice day :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:52, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

== News ==
Hi, Adyniz belated id mubarak. I wanna say that I live in India and there was an ad of [[wp:Pav Bhaji|Pav Bhaji]] masala in which a boy was wearing a Tee shirt having Pikachu drawn on it I can list this on Pokémon in popular culture--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:51, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
:I am not so sure. It seems minor as compared to the others mentioned in the article. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
But why then can i mention that Pikachu, Snivy , Tepig ,Oshawott [[wp:Rakshabandhan|Rakhi]] are available in India I have one too I can show that video of that Rakhi too you, by the way rakhi is a band that sisters tie on their brother's hand on Rakshabandhan can I mention on merchandise. here's the [http://youtu.be/Uhhdbdc4SNI video]--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 10:41, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
:Yeah, I know about the Rakshabandhan. I think [[Pokémon in South Asia#Pokémon merchandise|this]] would be the appropriate place for the Rakhi info. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:58, 14 August 2013 (UTC)

== Dubbing ==
Adyniz I'm putting all the Hindi names of Pokémon moves and abilities regularly, and every Black and White episode's Hindi title. By this I thought to put all the Hindi title of every episode till now I have completed EP02 - EP012 and randomly some episodes of diamond and pearl series I need help of any one else to complete this task. By the time side by side all black and white episode titles, places , moves and abilities I will put and side by side as well as earlier episode titles as far as name of move prior to gen v many moves have Hindi already written and rest I'll try too write . So, can you tell me a person speaking Hindi/Urdu to help me out?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 07:56, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
:You should have asked before doing so. We only add those episode titles which have been officially confirmed/actually used in the Hindi dub. As far as I know, they have never translated an episode title before BW. Therefore, the Hindi names of the episodes should not be added to any of the non-BW episode articles. Same goes for the abilities, moves and places. If they have been given a Hindi name in the anime, then it is fine but please do not translate them on your own, since it is against Bulbapedia's policy. I would suggest you to undo the respective edits that you have recently made. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 11:02, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
::Adyniz I have NEVER done any translation . Please before saying something like this to some one you should be sure and as far as I know I have been watching the anime from starting and NOT all but some alternate are give dub titles if you want reference see this and I NEVER add false information, have a look I'm giving you link for EP04-EP06 . LISTEN THE TITLES SPOKEN IN HINDI!
EP04-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-4.html here]
EP05-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-5.html here]
EP06-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-6.html here]

More episodes you can watch there. Forgive me if I was too rude. Thanks for even listening to me!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:35, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
:::I am positive that they have re-recorded some of the lines for the reruns. I strictly remember that they never used a single Hindi translated title during the original airings of any season prior to BW. I apologize if you were offended, but it is one of my responsibilities to make sure that we have authentic information. Considering [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=BW008&diff=prev&oldid=1936378 this translation] was not completely correct and some other translations had minor errors, I had to make sure. Regarding the Hindi episode titles, as I mentioned in the earlier message, if you have it confirmed that a title has been translated in Hindi, feel free to add it but it would be helpful if the source is mentioned in the edit summary, so that it is easier for us to verify. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:28, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
Common man that edit was just a mistake in listening I did not watch it on net I always watch it on T.V and directly add you see out of 36 black and white telecasted in India I guess 32 titles would have been provided by me and IF one or two listening errors are there I think you should not react like that Remember I am a human and as far as re-recording is concerned I have a real proof for it that is my mind that in the first season almost every episode had a title I can say this because I am watching it from the first episode in the original order , only because I came to the net world late I have not contributed to Pokémon in south Asia from starting--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:19, 16 August 2013 (UTC)

== Suggestion: Strategies ==

Hello Adyniz, I come to you with a suggestion, a rather ambitious and large one so sit back, grab your tea and get ready to read because it's going to be a long post.

'''Overview:'''

As a frequent and old Pokémon player I regularly find the need to search for the best way to raise my Pokémon, which Pokémon are the best to catch, and after having them, how can I maximize the potential of each and every Pokémon in my team. As you clearly know, there is no information on Bulbapedia (except for some stats, abilities and natures, but nothing indicative of a potential "best" situation) regarding this matter. Therefore, I wish to make a proposition so we can fulfill this niche of players who look to find the best way to make their team the most powerful one, or just to help guide the average player with his playing experience in order to avoid some frustration as to why his Pokémon aren't performing in up top shape. To serve this purpose I'm going to make two suggestions: the first one would be a simple short version of what a possible best strategy could be; and the second one would be a sort of in-depth guide for the training on each individual Pokémon. Now on to the suggestions!

:'''Disclaimer:''' (should be written and applied in all suggestions)

These builds and strategies are all but mere suggestions to serve as a guide for the average player who may struggle with the use of his Pokémon or simply to allow
them to learn more about how to unlock the true potential of each Pokémon. It is not meant for the player to be forced to take this path. The player should choose, by himself, which is the best way to raise his Pokémon.

:'''''First Suggestion - Recommended Strategy'''''

Objective - Serves as a quick go-to guide for the overall best strategy for a specific Pokémon.

''Example'':

{{Pokémon
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=100
|game=HeartGold and SoulSilver
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|held=Leftovers
|ability=Multiscale
|move1=ExtremeSpeed|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Outrage|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Dragon Dance|move3type=Dragon|move3cat=Status
|move4=Waterfall|move4type=Water|move4cat=Physical}}

''EVs and Nature:''

EVs: 252 Attack / 4 Speed / 252 Special
Nature: Adamant (+Attack, -Special Attack)

These EVs are completely focused on hard hitting targets, with a maximized Attack and Special Attack stats as it will guarantee a clear sweep which will continue to improve with each successful Dragon Dance.

See [[EV]] and [[List of Pokémon by effort value yield]] for more information on how to raise your Pokémon stats (alternatively it would be a good idea to make a page dedicated just to how to train your Pokémon's EV and how Natures affect your Pokémon, etc etc etc).

''Strategy:''

The strategy is as simples as follows:

* Keep using Dragon Dance whenever the opponent opens up a window of opportunity;
* Hit them straight in the face with whichever move is the best against that Pokémon, otherwise stick to Outrage;
* Use Extremespeed as a finisher;

Optionally, the use of Earthquake against teams who use Steel, Poison or Fire Pokémon has proven very effective. Roost is also
a good move if the player wishes to make the most out of Multiscale.

:'''''Second Suggestion - In-depth Guide'''''

Objective - Provide a complete in-depth competitive strategy giving the most important information and explanations about which build to choose for the specific Pokémon. As we know the competitive scene always brings out the best in the meta of every game, so to dedicate a page to strategies of the current metagame could greatly serve and help anyone who is looking for the best of the best.

''Example''

::'''Pokémon'''

*Name: Dragonite
*Index: 149
*First Type: Dragon
*Second Type: Flying
*Species: Dragon Pokémon
*Ability: Multiscale or Inner Focus

(tip: a box specific for this idea would be nice, I couldn't find one)

::'''Strategy Name: '''Physical Attacker
*Held Item: Haban Berry / Leftovers
*Abilty: Multiscale
*Nature: Adamant

::'''EV:'''
* 204 HP
* 252 Attack
* 52 Special Attack

::'''Moveset'''
* Dragon Claw
* Extremespeed
* Fire Punch
* Protect

::'''Strategy'''

This is the standard Dragonite set. Dragon Claw is Dragonite's main move, as it gets the STAB boost and is only resisted by Steel-types. Fire Punch provides nice coverage along with Dragon Claw, hitting Abomasnow and Steel-types for super effective damage. However, it should be noted that despite being super effective, Fire Punch won't do over 50% to max HP Metagross. ExtremeSpeed will allow Dragonite to strike first, moving even before all other priority attacks bar Fake Out. Protect is a staple for most Pokemon in VGC, and can also be used in sync with Leftovers to help restore HP each turn.

The 204 HP EVs allow Dragonite to always survive Life Orb Latios's Draco Meteor, and also gives it maximum Leftovers recovery and good bulk. The 52 Speed EVs let Dragonite outrun minimum speed Rotom-A. The rest of the EVs are put into Attack. An Adamant nature allows Dragonite to deal as much damage as possible, while Leftovers is used to restore some HP each turn, which might allow multiple usage of Multiscale. Haban Berry, however, lets Dragonite survive a Dragon Gem Latios's Draco Meteor, which it cannot do with just Multiscale.

As for teammates, Ground-types such as Krookodile can work well as Dragonite is immune to their Earthquake. Scrafty is a handy partner as it has Fake Out to help Dragonite preserve Mutiscale for a turn. Its STAB attacks are also super effective against Abomasnow and Latios, Dragonite's two main counters. Either Politoed or Ninetales can also be used to get rid of opposing sandstorm and hail if needed, as both of these weathers will break Dragonite's Multiscale. [http://www.smogon.com/bw/pokemon/dragonite/vgc2012 Taken from Smogon University] (I am aware that we shouldn't provide content from other websites without asking their permission but I don't have the enough experience to write a full on strategy by myself, I merely wanted to use this as an example, I understand if you have to remove this and if I would have to be scolded for putting this here)

'''Important side note:''' all of this information should be backed with a link to a page explaining how to evolve your Pokémon to raise their EVs this way, why and what natures affect what stats, what Pokémon to fight against if you want to have the best stats raised, how to catch Pokérus to further your stat evolution, the use of Vitamins in EVs, training with Macho Brace and the remaining factors that can boost the stats of the Pokémon.

''Secondary side note:'' As you can see the difference between this guide and the first guide is that the first guide should provide a more comprehensive and simple way for anyone to build their Pokémon in a specific powerful way, while the second one should be an all-out strategy taking the most important factors into consideration on the current metagame.

'''Pros and Cons of these suggestions:'''

Pros - the first suggestion is quick, succinct, easy to read and understandable, every build shouldn't be bigger than that, and the idea is that anyone can easily shortcut it's ways through the menu and quickly understand one of the best builds for Dragonite (in its page). The second suggestion should have a page completely dedicated to it and should serve as a complete in-depth guide of how to build a specific Pokémon. If we display several strategies while backing up that information with each and every VGC (and other important tournaments), this solves the subjective con since we could 100% base ourselves on real strategies used in real life tournaments and place them there for anyone to learn.

Cons - subjectiveness, my idea of "best build" can differ from the next guy, so this can be a problem in the sense that will probably generate a lot of discussion and to ascertain a common "best build" amongst the community could be very hard. This would require a change in each and every Pokémon page to grant a strategy to each one of it, or would require the creation of 600+ pages for in-depth guides in each Pokémon page. Either one of those are obviously time consuming. Another added con is that all of this information is very volatile as it can change from generation to generation with stats/abilities/move updates and new moves coming in to the game, requiring constant maintenance with each generation.

Presented Solutions - create a best strategy contest! This contest should be held weekly with different Pokémons each week, allowing for the community to pitch in their very own version of what the best strategy is while in the meantime allowing anyone who visits Bulbapedia to vote on what the best strategy is. At the end of the week the contest closes and the best strategy is posted on the Pokémon page crediting the user who entered the strategy. This could entice the community in to sharing ideas between them and would definitely bring more people in so they could place their own strategies for everyone to see. This solution could be made on the Bulbapedia page, or have a part of the forum dedicated to it. It could also be applied to any of the two suggestions I made.

'''Conclusion'''

I understand that overall this is a very, very hard and ambitious project for the whole Bulbapedia, with new games coming up every year, with new Anime and new Manga out every month, there is a lot of information that needs to be reviewed and constantly updated. Even after all these years the to-do list for Bulbapedia is huge and there's always some things that were left out that could have been done in a better fashion, hence my fear that making this could be a bite bigger than Bulbapedia can chew, and so I am ready to accept the fact that this suggestion will, most possibly, be discarded and forgotten as certainly there are other things waiting to be done and reserved for the future of Bulbapedia. To finish this massive wall of text, I just want to thank you for your patience and attention given in reading all this, I am very sorry that it had to came out this long, and I wish to point out that all I ever wanted was to provide a new perspective, a competitive perspective even, a new way for Bulbapedia to improve and become a better place for everyone. However, I didn't want to do it without having my opinions properly backed up.

: I only realized now that I was asking this to the wrong person since you're the deputy editor in chief for the Bulbanews and not actually Bulbagarden... I feel terrible for this mistake, and I'm sorry if I wasted any of your time, I'll copy paste this suggestion to Kogoro, she was the person I meant to send this information in the first place... If you want you can delete this whole section. I'm so sorry. ----[[User:EtherealAether|EtherealAether]] ''([[User talk:EtherealAether|talk]])'' 16:32, 29 August 2013 (UTC)
::No, that's alright and I apologize for the very late reply. I discussed it with some of the other staff members. We appreciate your effort but the thing is Bulbapedia is an encyclopedia and the stuff that you have explained above would be rather suitable for a strategy wiki. I have noticed that you have dropped this same message on Kogoro's talk page, she might explain it in a better way. Again, apologies for the late reply. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:44, 29 August 2013 (UTC)

== Account ==
My little brother also wants to contribute to Bulbapedia with his own account, he regularly contributes through my account but now he wants his own but the problem is he will use this computer only, I mean to say Bulbapedia will consider it a Sockpuppet can Bulbapedia allow to create an account if you allow thank you other wise well no problem--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:02, 25 August 2013 (UTC)
:I will forward your request to the higher ups. If anything comes up, I'll let you know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:08, 25 August 2013 (UTC)
::Go ahead, your brother can make his own account. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:11, 26 August 2013 (UTC)
Okay Thank You very much!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 12:41, 26 August 2013 (UTC)

Thanks Adyniz, I'm his brother --[[User:SachinTendulkaristhebest|SachinTendulkaristhebest]] ([[User talk:SachinTendulkaristhebest|talk]]) 12:52, 26 August 2013 (UTC)

== Upload file ==

Hello Adyniz! I'm new to Archives, so I'm not able to upload any images. Can you please upload these for me? - [http://static2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20131209011439/pokemon/images/3/3e/PlatinumArtwork.png Platinum (Adventures)] and [http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRQigqI9HA2UeRPih9g9a8Pp0vPHIUpH7815yuCNhQVSgRfdFoT Platinum Trio (Adventures)] Thanks! --[[User:'Dawn|'''Platina-''']] [[User talk:`Dawn|'''Any Questions?''']] 16:25, 12 February 2014 (UTC)

Could you upload [Link removed] file to the [[National Pokedex]] page. It will be a great help for viewers.[[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 14:12, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

:PikaTepig999 we do NOT steal anything from anywhere, BY THE way they steal from us, they will always stay inferior to us. So please don't break that trend....--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:48, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

::PikaTepig999, thanks for the suggestion. It has been added to the article. I haven't used Pokémon Wikia's image though, because it is always nice if we can get [[a:File:Online English Pokédex.png|our own image]] rather than using their's or someone else's for that matter.
::Viv, that was a bit uncalled for. Also, I would appreciate it if I could respond for myself. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:43, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

:::Sorry about that Adyniz, but I get really frustrated when someone mentions Pokémon Wikia because I have seen in many of the pages that the content is stolen--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 06:31, 31 August 2013 (UTC)

::::THE IMAGE was created by ME in Windows Paint. At first I was unfamiliar to Bulbapedia.So i used to refer to that wiki. But then i found out about Bulbapedia and switched to it. Thanks for uploading the file. [[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 11:04, 31 August 2013 (UTC)

== Re:Code of Conduct ==

Hi there Adyniz, mere bhai ne jo bhi likha tha uska woh matlab bilkul nahi tha bus woh Bulbapedia ke strict rules, se thoda chhid gaya tha, woh kabhi kissi ko bura nahi keta aur uska really woh matlab nahi tha (And I really mean it) he is ''very'' '''sorry''' for that--[[User:SachinTendulkaristhebest|SachinTendulkaristhebest]] ([[User talk:SachinTendulkaristhebest|talk]]) 12:50, 7 September 2013 (UTC)

== Help ==

Hi Adyniz, could you tell me if we can use our bulbapedia account for other sections of BulbaGarden like Bulbasaur's Mysterious Garden ƒorums, BulbaNews,Archives etc. ?
When i visited these sites i could not log in by my bulbapedia account.
[[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 09:51, 14 September 2013 (UTC)
:You can use the same account on all three wikis (Bulbapedia, Archives and News). In order to do that, you will have to go to your [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Special:Preferences preferences] on Bulbapedia (the 'preferences' button on top, in between the 'talk' and 'watchlist' button). There, you will see a link which says "Manage your global account", click on it. You will get a "Login unification complete!" message. After you are done with it, try logging in on the Archives and Bulbanews, it should be working fine, if the account has been merged successfully. You can confirm it by revisiting the "preferences" on any of the Wikis and look for the note ''below'' "Global account status: All in order!". It should say "Your account is active on '''3''' project sites".
:As for the forums, you will have to [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/register.php make a separate account]. You can use the same Wiki username but that account will not be a part of the global wiki account. Take your time, read it carefully and then proceed. If you have any questions, let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:29, 14 September 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks for the help [[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 09:59, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

== Summary ==
I don't get what is the meaning of SLV you mentioned in [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Pok%C3%A9mon_in_South_Asia&diff=1969704&oldid=1965248 this] summary.--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:48, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

One more thing how may I ask something on Forums, means that where can I bring up a new question from my side on Forums! Man yeh forums bahut confusing hai!!!!!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:53, 23 September 2013 (UTC)
:SLV = '''S'''innoh '''L'''eague '''V'''ictors.
:It depends on the nature of your question. If it is wiki-related, then you can bring it [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/ in the respective section]. If it is somet--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 15:05, 24 October 2013 (UTC)hing forum-related, then [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f469/ here]. And if you want to introduce yourself then [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f223/ this] is the place to go to. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:42, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

::Thanks a lot Adyniz for the help!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:11, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

== Message to you ==

Hello Adyniz.I sent a message to you from DPF.Since you are logged in here most of time so I thought it would be good to hint you about it.Don't wanna tell about message.Do read your self.--[[User:Monfernape|Monfernape]] ([[User talk:Monfernape|talk]]) 15:20, 29 September 2013 (UTC)

Okay again replied.--[[User:Monfernape|Monfernape]] ([[User talk:Monfernape|talk]]) 08:50, 30 September 2013 (UTC)

== Problem ==
Hi adyniz please help me I'm not getting {{p|Heliolisk}} {{p|Helioptile}}, pages right I put the TM's/HM's in it but as you can see there's some kinda problem in the format I guess?!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:42, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
:Fixed. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:52, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
::ThAnKs!(Oh! THat FoOtER!)--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:54, 24 October 2013 (UTC)

== Suggestion ==
I know currently it's the Pokémon X & Y rush, but after it's over I have a suggestion for Bulbapedia that Pokémon's Cry's audio should be put up on it's page don't you think maine ye bahut saari sites per dekha hai. --[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 15:05, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
:It has been brought up a couple of times before, if I remember correctly. It would not be a wise idea to add the audio files. Mainly because, unlike images, the audio can easily cause a major copyright infringement issue. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:46, 24 October 2013 (UTC)

== Archives still protected and uploading is locked ==
Hello. The Achives are still protected due of preparing X & Y games, but they're out already and they should be unprotected sooner or later. I can't upload or edit on Archives because of that, so I must to 1st November before everything will go fine. I takled to Kogoro about unprotecting them, but he's not responding at all. Everyone had talked to him, but nothing happened. Do you have an idea what to do in this situation? Pikachu65 08:42, 28 October 2013 (UTC)
:{{ut|Kogoro#Image protection|Kogoro's reply}}. I guess you didn't check the {{bp|staff|staff page}}, she [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Bulbapedia:Staff&diff=1985572&oldid=1980312 announced her hiatus before leaving]. She is [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Bulbapedia:Staff&curid=102248&diff=1996905&oldid=1990842 back] now. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:05, 28 October 2013 (UTC)
Thanks, pal! Pikachu65 10:33, 28 October 2013 (UTC)

== Ash's legs error ==

The dust effect appears to be in front of Ash and the line where his legs are cut off is too straight, so it doesn't seem like part of the dust effect to me. And, as you said, this is the only frame showing the lowest part of Ash's legs, hence why I'm pretty sure it's an error. The animators probably drew only the upper part of Ash's body for that scene, and when adding a shaking effect to the camera, they slipped up and placed the "camera" below the drawing of Ash they had. It's similar to [[a:File:BW124 error.png|the error in BW124]] where the camera is located to the right of the drawing of the grass, and while I can't come up with specific examples, I've already seen errors like this in animation when the camera shakes. --[[User:Gabo 2oo|Gabo 2oo]] ([[User talk:Gabo 2oo|talk]]) 21:31, 9 November 2013 (UTC)
:Hmm... Can't say that I disagree with you, but I don't have a definite nod either. I guess indifferent would be the correct word here. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 04:32, 10 November 2013 (UTC)

== Contribution Page ==
Hi Adyniz, when I opened by contribution's page, along side some contributions I saw a this written ---> '''current'''. Why's this? . I have never noticed this before..!?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 07:59, 19 November 2013 (UTC)
:It shows [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=XY004&diff=2015942&oldid=2000845 the difference] between the particular revision that you chose and the current version of the article. By current version, I mean the most recent revision/edit done on that article. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:07, 19 November 2013 (UTC)
::Thank a lot!{{unsigned|Viv}}

User talk:Adil/Archive 4

2014-02-12T16:28:19Z

`Dawn: /* Upload file */

{| {{Schemetable|Unova}}
! Talk Page Archives
|-
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* '''[[User talk:Adyniz/Archive 1|Oct 2008 - April 2010]]'''
* '''[[User talk:Adyniz/Archive 2|April 2010 - April 2011]]'''
* '''[[User talk:Adyniz/Archive 3|May 2011 - July 2012]]'''
|}
|}

== New Versions ==

Hey, Adyniz, can you replace those four files: [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:086Seel.png Seel]; [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:087Dewgong.png Dewgong]; [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:148Dragonair.png Dragonair] and [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:232Donphan.png Donphan] with those: [http://prikachi.com/images/433/5043433A.png Seel]; [http://prikachi.com/images/437/5043437z.png Dewgong]; [http://prikachi.com/images/439/5043439w.png Dragonair] and [http://prikachi.com/images/440/5043440R.png Donphan], because they're bigger and with better quality! I'm asking you, because Archives are still protected. [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 16:05, 22 July 2012 (GMT)
:Done, I have replaced all the lower quality pics with the higher quality ones. If you don't mind, may I know from where did you get them? [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:40, 22 July 2012 (UTC)
::Mmm... I think Donphan and Dragonair were send by my friend, he got them from an official site, and I think I got Seel and Dewgong from a website via Opera Dragonfly! [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 17:21, 22 July 2012 (GMT)
:::I see, thanks for the high quality images. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:54, 22 July 2012 (UTC)

==My Apologies==

Hey Ady...I just wanted to apologize to you for my little outburst the other night. I was in a bad mood and didn't even think to look at other movie articles before I reverted. Sorry to take it out on you. :) --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 01:12, 23 July 2012 (UTC)
:No problemo :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:36, 23 July 2012 (UTC)

== B2W2 US Boxarts with ESRB Ratings ==

Hey, Adyniz! I'm trying to upload White 2's US Boxart with the ESRB rating, but it doesn't seem to be working. Is uploading images something only for staff? If so, could you or someone from the staff maybe upload the images? We don't need the boxart with "Rating Pending" on it anymore. Thanks! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 17:56, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
:Bulbagarden Archives is locked at the moment, and it currently do not have a determined opening date. So yes, only the Archives staff members can upload images. And sure, I won't mind uploading the requested images. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:08, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
::Alright, so, is it OK that I found the images on The Pokémon Wiki? Also, they're a little bit small, but hopefully it will suffice.

White 2- https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQqyUM2gOlN7DXDNkg4U6M9HhwbYB5EtxliUy0cgt9zdLsbErWl

Black 2- https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTsBoIj8K5E7iRWjktJsOJBnaVb4vdsYln4MrFFxBFTVH-TgPeV
{{unsigned|Torpoleon}}
:::I found the similar [http://www.gamestop.com/common/images/lbox/181778b.jpg images] on [http://www.gamestop.com/common/images/lbox/181777b.jpg Gamestop], with no distorted pixels but smaller in comparison. The problem is that they are of very low quality/resolution as compared to the ones that we are currently using. Besides, the rating is already mentioned in the article, so it is not that big of an issue right now. Therefore, I think we should wait for the high quality versions. Also, if you forgot to sign your comment, you are not suppose to sign it later, it is against [[Bulbapedia:Talk page policy#Signing comments|the talk page policy]]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:39, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
::::Oops, sorry with the signing. I usually never forget. Anyways, sure, we can wait for HQ versions. [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 20:20, 24 July 2012 (UTC)

==Unlock==
Hey, Adyniz sorry for my stupid question, but do you know when the Archives will be unlocked? [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 20:53, 25 July 2012 (GMT)
:[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=User_talk:Kogoro&diff=1728416&oldid=1728123 Please] [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/suggestions-ideas-problems-73904/index15.html#post4197922 read] [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/suggestions-ideas-problems-73904/index14.html#post4182967 these]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:00, 25 July 2012 (UTC)

== Unneeded redirect? ==

Take a look at [[Template:New episode]]? Those redirects were created to remove unnecessary redlinks from the Wanted Pages. Take a look at what links to them before you just up and delete things. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 19:48, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
:Isn't that the case with at least one article every time? For example, no matter what we do, the next (currently unrevealed) episode will always appear in the wanted pages. Right now, it is BW093. So, why those two are getting special treatments? [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:15, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
::Because it isn't the next immediate one. They aren't the ones that should theoretically be created in one week. There will always be future things; however, these links aren't considered "future things". Instead, they are considered links that exist only because a template forces them to. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 23:46, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
:::Oh, okay. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 00:01, 26 July 2012 (UTC)

== Battle judge va ==

I saw on Bill Roger's facebook page that he voiced the battle judge of the Clubsplosion tournament. Shouldn't that be listed on his bulbapedia page? [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 00:44, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
:No, he did not say that. What he said was "''You can also hear me in the '''next few eps''' as the battle judge''". That does not necessarily mean that he is voicing any of the Clubsplosion judges (Freddy O'Martian is voiced by Tom Wayland, and Marc Thompson voiced Don George). He might be referring to a "future" dub episode, since a battle judge does appear in BW083/84 (Homika's Gym referee) or it could be [[Jeremy]] (BW086). [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:41, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
::Oh wait, now I see what you were referring to, after skimming through the episode. Well, if Bill was referring to that guy then it should be noted, but it is not confirmed yet. I will try to ask Kg to see if she can get it confirmed from Tom. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:50, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
:::Thanks. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 13:23, 26 July 2012 (UTC)

== [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Trip%27s_Serperior&curid=115216&diff=1737644&oldid=1737636&rcid=1849814 Serperior] ==

First let me start by saying that for the editing i was using the preveiw button however, i am human just like you and I will never be able to catch every mistake Make but when i do i go back fix them and people edit sharking me isn't helping anything just know that i know its your job to fix things.[[User:Glalie Power|Glalie Power]] ([[User talk:Glalie Power|talk]]) 16:08, 3 August 2012 (UTC)
:I am not sharking or degrading you, but pointing out where you went wrong, so that you can improve yourself and become an even better contributor. It is only for your own benefit. I know that you are a human being just like everyone else and we are bound to make mistakes. So, if someone makes an incorrect edit, it is the duty of another user to correct the problem. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:41, 3 August 2012 (UTC)

== Pictures ==

Hey, where do you get HD pictures? Please reply :) (sorry, I'm from Poland)--[[User:Rafi862|Rafi862]] ([[User talk:Rafi862|talk]]) 16:18, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
:No particular website, I take them myself. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:44, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
::How?--[[User:Rafi862|Rafi862]] ([[User talk:Rafi862|talk]]) 09:35, 1 September 2012 (UTC)

== Image ==

Hi, Adyniz, I am new at Bulbapedia, so I can't upload any images, as you are an admin you can. I found an good image for the ranger, [[Luana (Ranger)|Luana]], that page has no profile image. Can you upload it? I uploaded it on the pokemon wikia, where I can upload Image's even though I am new there. I send you a link to that image:[http://images.wikia.com/pokemon/images/a/af/Luana_%28Ranger%29.png].

Sorry for my maybe bad grammar, but I am dutch.

--[[User:Quilafa|Quilafa]] ([[User talk:Quilafa|talk]]) 11:24, 16 August 2012 (UTC)
:[[:a:File:Luana (Ranger).png|Done]], thanks for the image. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:51, 16 August 2012 (UTC)

== Project notice ==
Hello! I came here you a question{{tt|*|obviously}}. I was reading the [[Bulbapedia:Manual of style/Anime|anime MoS]] and I noticed that the first section of that page {{tt|states|since it's a policy}} that only completed articles should have the project anime notice, but I have seen many stubs which have the project notice. I was going to ask KG 'bout it, but I thought that since you were the one who created that page, you might have a clue about it. What do you think should be done? [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 09:59, 19 August 2012 (UTC)
:For this question, {{u|Kenji-girl}} would be the right person to go to. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:44, 22 August 2012 (UTC)

== Dawn returning to Hoenn ==

I don't understand why you undid my edit on BW093 in the major events section. Dawn is currently on a journey in Hoenn, so it's obvious that she's going back there. We did the same thing when May briefly returned, so why should Dawn be different? [[User:Satoshi101|サトシ101]] ([[User talk:Satoshi101|talk]]) 20:01, 23 August 2012 (UTC)
:May explicitly stated that she has earned 3 Johto ribbons and she'll go back to Johto in order to win the remaining ribbons. How do we know that Dawn is currently on a journey in Hoenn? And I honestly fail to see the 'obvious' part here. She did not say a single word about her journey in Hoenn region. So, assuming that she will go back to Hoenn is pure speculation at the moment. Unless we get an official confirmation, it should not be added. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 20:12, 23 August 2012 (UTC)
::Well, if you put it that way, then maybe we should wait. [[User:Satoshi101|サトシ101]] ([[User talk:Satoshi101|talk]]) 20:23, 23 August 2012 (UTC)

== Image (again) ==
Hi, [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User_talk:Adyniz# I talked to you earlier about an image], now I can upload images so I uploaded [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Krokka_Tunnel_Ranger1.png a image] for [[Krokka Tunnel]] on Bulbagarden, but I don't see it at the Krokka Tunnel page, can you do something about it? ([http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Krokka_Tunnel_Ranger1.png Click here for the Image on bulbagarden]).
--[[User:Quilafa|Quilafa]] ([[User talk:Quilafa|talk]]) 12:59, 26 August 2012 (UTC)
:The image is there but it is not showing up because of the cache. Try purging the cache (click on the clock on top of the page). If that doesn't work, [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Krokka_Tunnel&action=edit open this link]{{tt|*|it will take you directly in the editing mode}} and then select "show preview". If the image shows up when previewing it, click on the "Save page" button and it should fix the problem. This edit will not be counted as an actual edit, but rather a 'null edit'. Null edit technique usually helps in fixing the cache problems. Try it and let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:24, 26 August 2012 (UTC)

== Kotetsu ==

I recreated his page because he seems to be confirmed to be Ash's rival. I did not know. I'm sorry. Can I recreate it the day before BW092 airs?{{unsigned|‎Chomper4}}
:He does not seem to be confirmed to be the 'new' rival but merely a Pokémon Trainer, at least for now. A confirmation requires a solid official proof, which we do not have at the moment. He is not travelling with the gang either since there is no sign of him being in the TR two parter. No summary, magazine scan, or any other source has confirmed his status. Therefore, I do not see the need of creating the article before the episode airs. However, you are more than welcome to create the article once the episode officially airs but please do not forget to put some more effort, as I mentioned in {{ut|Chomper4#Articles, again|my previous message}} on your talkpage. For now, you can save the article in a notepad file if you want.
:Last but not the least, on all {{bp|talk page}}s, write <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki> or click on http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/skins/common/images/button_sig.png button after every post. This automatically generates your [[Bulbapedia:signature policy|signature]], and lets everyone know who has written what, and when. Thank you, and have a good time contributing! [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:46, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
: Sure, and do you mean when BW092 or BW093 airs? [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]]) 14:52, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
::BW093, the episode in which Kotetsu debuts. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:01, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
::Sorry, but its just I am worried that someone else will create it. I heard that the serebii forums are talking about proof for Kotetsu being the new rival. [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]]) 21:48, 28 August 2012 (UTC)

== Big question due to there being a Kotetsu picture? ==

Can I make [[User:Chomper4/Kotetsu]]? [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]])
:We have been over this before, twice. No article before the episode. Whether their is a picture available or not, we still do not know anything about the character. I have already explained everything in detail in our previous discussions. If you are concerned about the credit i.e someone else might create the article before you, then I must inform you that Bulbapedia is a ''community-driven'' Pokémon encyclopedia. Everyone gets an equal chance to contribute, unless there is a good reason to prevent a certain group of users from editing. The article will be unprotected exactly after the episode is done airing. I repeat, please ''do not'' create an article related to Kotetsu in any of the namespaces before BW093's official airing, and it applies to everyone. Thank you. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:08, 30 August 2012 (UTC)

== Humilau Gym and the Pokémon League Calendar ==

G'day, Adyniz. I included one link to a Humilau Gym season on the article talk page (hover your mouse over the shaded areas to see what season is in progress). In case that's not enough, see [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/5071/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/1901/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/209/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/210/?y=2013&m=7 here] for local seasons across the United States. All "Humilau Gym" seasons follow an Opelucid Gym season (July) and start on the 12th August AFAIK. Presumably there's a "master" schedule with these specific names and dates which seems to be out of the reach of us mere mortals (!). All the very best, [[User:Shiny Porygon|Shiny Porygon]] ([[User talk:Shiny Porygon|talk]]) 07:37, 22 September 2012 (UTC)
:Aha, thanks for the links. The hovering thing didn't occur to me at all when I was going through the league pages yesterday, all I could see was Aspertia. Thanks again. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 07:42, 22 September 2012 (UTC)

== Why? ==

Dude, why did you edit one of my personal subpages? I realise that the character name had changed, but you can't just go around editing other peoples pages. It would have redirected to the right page anyway. I don't see what the point of it was.--[[User:Pokelova|''Poké'']][[User talk:Pokelova|lova!]] 17:25, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
:Yes, I ''can'' go around editing other people's pages, ''if'' an edit is to be done. Whenever someone moves an article, it is a common courtesy to fix the links, whether it is a mainspaced article or a user's namespace, simple as that. Also, I do not appreciate the tone you are using, {{bp|Code of conduct|it is disrespectful}}. You have been on Bulbapedia for more than 4 years now, you should know better. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:50, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
::Redirects are not an acceptable reason to edit other people's userpages. They never have been. And there was nothing disrespectful about Pokelova's comment, he is correct. Linking to redirects does not cause the same sort of problem that linking to non existent pages, or using incorrect categories does. Just because you don't agree with someone does not mean you can tell them off for breaking a rule when they didn't do anything wrong. ''That'' certainly is disrespectful. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 18:12, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
:::Acceptable reason? Excuse me but it '''is''' a common courtesy to fix those things regardless of the namespace. And telling me "''you can't just go around editing other peoples pages''" '''is''' disrespectful, when I was just doing my job. As a staff member and as a human being, I expect at least a little bit of respect from the people, especially when I try to be nice with others. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:49, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
::::Staff members may edit users' pages for technical reasons as long as the output is not changed. I don't understand why it's such a big deal. I would certainly appreciate if people weren't at each other's throats over something so minor. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 19:22, 28 September 2012 (UTC)

== Underleveled Pokémon table ==

Hello again, Adyniz. I was wondering if it would be alright to create a table on the Level article for specific trainers with underleveled Pokémon. Here is a link to the conversation where it was mentioned in: [[User_talk:Adyniz/Archive_3#Trivia_Removal]] Thank you for your time. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 01:28, 10 October 2012 (UTC)
:Since it has been almost a week I will work on create a table on my userspace for a guide as to how it would appear. Please let me know if there is any problems or comments that you have. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 22:14, 15 October 2012 (UTC)
::My apologies for the delay. I still can't give you a green signal to mainspace it because I haven't brought it up yet. But sure, you can create it in your userspace. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:55, 16 October 2012 (UTC)
:::Ah, it is alright. I was a bit worried that it had been denied or something. :) Thank you for the reply. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 02:27, 16 October 2012 (UTC)
::::Well, I have made a few edits to it [[User:Super goku/Sandbox/Underleveled Table|here]] since my last comment. Let me know if you have any suggestion or if something should be changed. (Of course, you are free to edit it as well.) :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 02:20, 26 October 2012 (UTC)
:::::The basic info is arranged in a decent manner, but there is a chance that I might be missing something. Mainly because I am not that good when it comes to templates. So, it would be nice if you show it to {{u|Werdnae}} or {{u|Jo The Marten}} for more feedback. They have more knowledge on the subject :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:30, 7 November 2012 (UTC)
::::::Ah, thank you. I think that there might be better ways to show the information but if there is some then I do not know them. Thank you for the reply and for helping me. :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 20:11, 7 November 2012 (UTC)

Once again, Hello. After the conversation above, I went to [[User_talk:Jo_The_Marten/Archive3#Underleveled_Pok.C3.A9mon_table|Jo the Marten]] for more feedback. They seemed to be alright with the table, but the message ended up bring [[User_talk:Super_goku/Sandbox/Underleveled_Table|quite a bit of helpful attention]] to the page. Now that I have sorted the suggestions and seeing how it is, I believe that it is in a relatively stable state for the moment to discuss. Is it proper if I may request if the table could be greenlighted or would it be better to discuss with another user? No matter what, thank you for your help in this. :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 07:23, 8 February 2013 (UTC)
:Good to know. I would suggest you to drop a new message on the {{ut|Super goku/Sandbox/Underleveled Table|article's talk page}} regarding what you have in mind or you can bring it to the higher authorities, {{u|Werdnae}} and {{u|Kogoro}}, for the final decision. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 09:50, 8 February 2013 (UTC)
::I think that I will work on the table a bit more since {{u|Marked +-+-+}} has helped to point something out to me before I take it to either Werdnae or Kogoro. Thanks for the help. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 17:46, 8 February 2013 (UTC)

== RE: Kotetsu ==

I have it from Iris' german voice actor ^^ --[[User:Altruis|Altruis]] [[User talk:Altruis|''でんき'']] 17:24, 27 November 2012 (UTC)

== Season 15 ending ==

Just curious as to how you guys found out the season ends with that episode? I haven't seen anything anywhere else. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 00:32, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
:[https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/12276_10151169597808097_1916494438_n.jpg Here], BW101. If you zoom the image, you can see the production code (1604) on top, which means it is the 4th episode of the 16th season. Which makes BW098 its first episode. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:55, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
::Thank You for clearing that up for me. :) --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 05:44, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
:::No problem. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 09:37, 8 December 2012 (UTC)

== Scan translation ==

I uploaded this image (File:Ash vs Kotetsu scan.png )and as I couldn't find any way to translate it's information ,I thought to ask you if you can ?[[User:Alexsummer|★Alex★]] [[User talk:Alexsummer|Water]] 18:20, 23 December 2012 (UTC)
:I am sorry but I do not speak Japanese. Therefore, I cannot translate the dialogues in the scan. Not to mention, it has been out there for weeks. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 02:57, 24 December 2012 (UTC)

== BW094 ==

Did ''[[BW094|The Road to Humilau]]'' air in the US, as I saw a Who's That Pokémon? image already uploaded, or unless the UK also does WTP? Another thing, is the trivia relating with the music being heard from the original version of the episode? [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 05:59, 30 December 2012 (UTC)
:As the episode article says, the episode will air on Jan. 5 in US but it has already aired in UK. And the UK version uses the same WTPs as US, much like every international version. And the Mezase humming sound was changed in the dub. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:36, 30 December 2012 (UTC)

== Manga Update ==

Since you seem to the quickest to get a hold of. I thought I would show you [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Heart-Gold-Silver/dp/1421559005/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-3&keywords=pokemon+adventures these] [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Black-White-Vol/dp/142155898X/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-6&keywords=pokemon+adventures pages] so Bulbanews can report it. Sadly I don't have time to submit and correct everything myself, otherwise I would :( --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 21:25, 5 February 2013 (UTC)
:Not an issue and thanks for the links. As for BW, I am confused since we already have [[Pokémon Black and White volume 1|this]] but after talking to Ataro, it seems that [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Black-White-Vol/dp/142155898X/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-6&keywords=pokemon+adventures the new one] is mostly likely the English version of the [[Pokémon Adventures volume 43|43rd volume]] and the new HGSS volume is probably the [[Pokémon Adventures volume 41|41st]], as you know. The problem is that we have a little to no info about the releases and 'no cover' makes it even harder to identify. I'll forward these to Zesty, just in case. Thanks again [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:23, 6 February 2013 (UTC)
::My guess is the same as yours and I also have the same concerns. While I think it is likely to be #43 and #41, it's so hard to know without a cover. I would guess VIZ Media doesn't want to release {{chap|HeartGold & SoulSilver}} with the name "Diamond, Pearl & Platinum" lol. For the Black and White one, while they've done the {{chap|Black & White}} in those mini-volumes, I guessed they might do them in compilations now that it's being published in collected volume format since there might be additional content. I've been sick the last couple days so I haven't been on the computer much but you could put it on Bulbanews yourself if you want, maybe use [http://bulbanews.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Template:Rumor Rumor template] on Bulbanews since it's mostly speculation, though it is on Amazon so some part of it is legit. That's my two cents anyway. [[Special:Contributions/Zesty Cactus|--]][[User:Zesty Cactus|'''Zesty''']][[User talk:Zesty Cactus|'''Cactus''']] 16:04, 9 February 2013 (UTC)

== Section for Challenge Mode teams in the [[Pokémon League (Unova)]] Article ==

The Challenge Mode teams for the Unova Elite 4 & Iris wont fit with everything else in the Unova Pokémon League page, so should there be a section called Pokémon League (Unova)/Black 2 and White 2 Challenge Mode or Pokémon League (Unova)/Black and White, putting the BW teams there and having the Easy/Normal & Challenge B2W2 teams on the regular page? [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 18:38, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
:Thanks for bringing it up. BW and B2W2 Normal Mode teams are staying on the main article and the Challenge Mode teams have been added to a [[Pokémon League (Unova)/Challenge Mode|new sub-page]]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 21:22, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
::Thank you, Adyniz! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 21:56, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
:::Hey, again. Sorry to bug you but, the teams in the regular article are only Normal Mode. Putting in Easy Mode just barely doesn't fit (tried it and it doesn't work). What should be done? Should the Challenge Mode section be reserved for the BW teams instead or have a whole article for BW and a whole article for B2W2, similarly to Unova's Victory Road? [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 12:15, 24 February 2013 (UTC)
::::I'm confused. Sorry but aren't Easy and Normal Modes the same? Also, which article are you referring to? I haven't gotten much far in the game and the Unova E4 articles refer to them as "Easy Mode/Normal Mode", which lead me to think that they are the same thing. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:26, 24 February 2013 (UTC)
:::::Easy/Normal Mode have the same Pokémon & movesets, but different levels and money earned from victory (the individual pages of the Unova E4 & Iris have been updated to have Easy/Normal Mode and I tried putting those in instead of just the regular Initial Battle, but it doesn't fit, for some reason). By what article am I referring to, do you mean when I said BW & B2W2 should have their own articles? Sorry that this is getting a bit confusing, but hopefully it can all be worked out quickly! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 21:48, 24 February 2013 (UTC)

== HD Anime Images ==
Hey Adyniz, Masatoshi says you know how to get HD pictures for the anime. Could you please tell me? Because most of the pictures I upload are reverted. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 03:22, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:{{ut|Adyniz/Archive 3#Screenshots|Here}}. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:13, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks, but where do I go to get the thread? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 12:20, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:::The current 'general' anime thread is [http://toro.2ch.net/test/read.cgi/anime/1362838917/ this one]. As for the specific episode thread, one of the users usually posts the link in the general thread [http://archive.2ch-ranking.net/anime/1362628261.html#38 right before] the episode's airing. For example, [http://blog.livedoor.jp/pokemato/archives/25353101.html BW116 thread]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:38, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
::::Thanks. How would I find threads for previously aired episodes? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 20:42, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::Google. They follow the same pattern for the titles of the episode threads. As for the really old ones, I am sorry but I don't think there is an index available for them. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 11:03, 12 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::Thanks. Now none of my images will be reverted. And by the way, sorry about giving you and Masatoshi a hard time with Ash's Pignite. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 18:32, 12 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::Hey Adyniz, Google isn't working. I still can't find threads for any other episodes other than the one you sent me for BW116. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 02:33, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::Same goes for me. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 02:50, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::Try searching '''ポケットモンスターBW シーズン2 第33話'''. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:52, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::::It says "this thread has been stored in a warehouse past log". Maybe they delete the threads come a while after they air? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 11:03, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::There are usually multiple links available (I don't really know the complete system). For example, the Toro links usually get archived while the logosoku threads keep their posts. [http://www.logsoku.com/r/livetx/1363243979/ Here] is the [http://blog.livedoor.jp/pokemato/archives/25615424.html BW117 thread]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:13, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::::::It seems like you know how to get the threads. Could I just ask you to send me the link to the thread whenever I need it? Don't worry, I won't go "{{p|Ferrothorn|Nutreyz}}"..... :> [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 13:16, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::::I do not have a problem with that, but I am usually busy with other stuff on the working days. So, I may not be able to respond right away. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:53, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
Alright, cool. It doesn't matter to me if you don't respond right away. Could you send me the BW107 thread? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 17:38, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
:[http://www.pokemon-matome.com/archives/21431795.html BW107] thread. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:16, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks, Adyniz. What I am really looking for is a better image for Ash's Oshawott, but the images in this thread are too big. Do you know if there are any threads with 1280x720 images of Oshawott? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 01:55, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
:::No, I do not. In my opinion, Oshawott doesn't need a new header, the current header image is fine. Same goes for Snivy and the rest of Ash's "in-rotation" party. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 03:30, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
::::Except for Oshawott, I think everyone else's headers are fine. However, in Oshawott's current header, his scalchop is too big. That's why I want to replace it. There is a perfect image in of Oshawott in the BW107 thread, but the images are too big. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 17:47, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::It is a close-up shot, that is why it looks big. Overall, the image is fine for now. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:08, 18 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::Hey Adyniz, could you please send me the BW106 and BW108 threads from 2ch? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 13:34, 20 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::[http://manaduru3.blog24.fc2.com/blog-entry-1029.html BW106] and [http://manaduru3.blog24.fc2.com/blog-entry-1033.html BW108]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::Thanks dude! [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 01:30, 27 March 2013 (UTC)

==I'm Here==
Hey! Ady sorry I could not help you two years back due to heavy school work, now I'm gonna make that page for sure. Check it out I've already done the job for one season, I'll complete it within some 2-3 months. [[User:Ganesha27|Ganesha27]] ([[User talk:Ganesha27|talk]]) 20:03, 18 March 2013 (UTC)
:Keep up the good work. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)

== hello ==
Adyniz aap pokemon india ke facebook page par bhi thee na kya aapko pata hai pokemon india mai wapas aa chuka hai .adyniz maine
abhi abhi edit karna shuru kiya hai mujhe yeh poochna tha ki south asia se bulbapedia mai kitne editor hai
aur yeh bhi poochna tha ki mera userpage kaise active hogo please reply karna mera naam viv hai
:Han, mujhe pata hai k wo ab wapis achuka hai. Bulbapedia pe around 10 users hongay South Asia se, sirf ek tukka h, paka nahein keh sakta. Userpage active kerne k liye apko kuch articles ko edit kerna hoga. Kuch actual edits kernay ke baad aap autoconfirm hojaogay, aur us ke baad aap apna userpage edit ker sakte ho. Agar kuch aur information chahiye is ke baaray men to aap {{bp|Autoconfirmed users|ye article}} visit karo. Koi aur help chahiye to let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)
Thank you
--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:03, 27 March 2013 (UTC)

== CAN I HELP ==
adyniz can I help ganesh 27 in writing pokemon hindi themes?Adyniz aap reply zaroor karna aur mai achhe se hindi themes likhoonga. --[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:31, 8 April 2013 (UTC)
: @Ganesha27 actually, Ady isn't a native speaker of hindi, so agar aapko hindi ke baare me kuch bhi puchna hai toh, aap mujhse puch sakte ho :P Always ready to help :) [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 20:49, 5 April 2013 (UTC)
: '''Correction:''' @Viv :P [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 21:13, 5 April 2013 (UTC)

== N in anime ==

Who are the Pokémon {{an|N}} befriended in [[BW118]]? I tried writing this on N's talk page but I didn't get an official response for a while. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 21:23, 14 April 2013 (UTC)
:Sorry but lately, I haven't been following the anime properly. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)
::Ok. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 19:43, 7 May 2013 (UTC)

== Specific Permissions ==

Hey Adyniz! Your the first person I'm going to ask because I can't find the answer otherwise. I may be going to write a book and while I'm not planning to use ANY of the info on this site, I need to know if there is any permission to copy and use any photos on this website. I have done research through different resources and found you can copy and use any photos on websites that grant permission to that sort of thing with no cost. Wikipedia is one example, you can copy and use any photos from there. Since Bulbapedia is vary close to a version of Wikipedia, but much better, I thought that the same thing applied to hear as well. That's all I need an answer on. Thanks. {{unsigned|Nicksamphibians}}
:Apologies for replying so late. The thing is, you would fall foul of our license for anything that we are not just using as fair use ourselves. And the stuff that we are using as fair use, most of that you would need a license from Nintendo to use in any great capacity if you are selling that. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)

== pokemon ==
pokemon no longer on catoon network? {{unsigned|Viv}}
:I have no idea. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)
Pokémon black and white is now really late.....(anime)--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 10:16, 20 May 2013 (UTC)

== Pokémon V-Trainer ==

Hey, I was working on the [[Pokémon V-Trainer]] article, but the thing is, I'm having a hard time figuring out if there's nothing left to add or not. Do you know of any reliable sources that can help me with that? Because I can't find any. [[User:Pokedex493|Pokedex493]] ([[User talk:Pokedex493|talk]]) 06:03, 5 June 2013 (UTC)
:Sorry, I don't know any. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:22, 5 June 2013 (UTC)
Adyniz black and white is on Pogo only or oncn pak too?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:22, 11 June 2013 (UTC)

== Old Account ==
May I ask for my old account [[User:Jb28147]] to be blocked, as I don't use or plan to use that account anymore? Thanks. --[[User:Reshi643|Reshi643]] ([[User talk:Reshi643|talk]]) 18:22, 11 June 2013 (UTC)
:I'll look into it. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

== ask ==
Adyniz black and white is on Pogo only or oncn pak too?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:33, 17 June 2013 (UTC)
:No, it hasn't aired on CNP. For general chat purpose, you can contact users on the [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/ Bulbagarden forums]. Also, it is against the talk page policy to remove messages from the talk page. So, please do not undo any talk page message, unless there is a valid reason to do so. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

I undid it because you had not replied for many days and the day I deleted it you replied.Well Thanks for that!! --[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:23, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

== Template ==

Hi, yeah, thanks about the template. It actually is 'XY ready' color scheme wise, but it seems an XY scheme has yet to be added to the templates. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :)]] ([[User talk:S2daam|talk]]) 13:48, 21 July 2013 (UTC)
:I see, okay then. Keep up the good work :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:54, 21 July 2013 (UTC)

== Pokemon Merchandise Project ==

Kind of new to posting on Bulbapedia, so excuse me if I format something incorrectly here. I was wondering if I can help with the merch project. I have been a collector for years and run a website that sells Pokemon Center plush toys and Pokedolls. I feel I can contribute quite a bit about the plush toy brands and lines. I know a little about each figure brand, and have a general knowledge of almost all the areas of merchandise, but my area of expertise is definitely the plush toys (pokemon center, Banpresto, Pokedoll, takaratomy, ect.).

I have referenced Bulbapedia for years now and I would really like to be able to contribute something to it. So please let me know if you think I can be of some use to you guys! :)
[[User:Pokabubu|Pokabubu]] ([[User talk:Pokabubu|talk]]) 22:18, 27 July 2013 (UTC) Pokabubu
:Sure, we can use your help. You can refer to {{bp|Project Merchandise|the project page}}, [[:Category:Merchandise|the respective category]], the {{bp|Project Merchandise/Lists|lists}}. As for the Plush toys, we have [[:Category:Plush toys|this]]. I would also suggest you to visit the [[Pokémon merchandise]] article. If you think an article needs work or if it is missing, please feel free to work on it. Since you are a new user, you won't be able to create an article at the moment, you can still edit the articles though. So, if you want to start working on a new article, let me know. I can create one for you and then you can do your work. If you have any questions, let me know. Have a nice day! :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:27, 27 July 2013 (UTC)

Oh wow, I see that there is quite a bit I can do. There are actually quite a few huge brands not listed - Banpresto (there are probably around a 1,000+ banpresto plush toys), Takaratomy, Pokemon Center, Jakks Pacific, Toy Factory, to name a few. If possible, I would like to start with an article for "Toy Factory", since that would probably be the easiest and I could learn some things while working on it. I do understand that this probably isn't the highest priority for Bulbapedia, so please feel free to take your time when responding. :)[[User:Pokabubu|Pokabubu]] ([[User talk:Pokabubu|talk]]) 10:25, 16 August 2013 (UTC)
:[[Takara Tomy]], [[Pokémon Center (store)]] and [[Jakks Pacific]] already have articles, feel free to work on them if you want. And here is the [[Toy Factory]] article that you asked for, the stage is yours now. Don't forget to use the preview button when working on it and save your edit when you are done with it. One more thing, when you are working on the article and want to avoid the edit conflict, use the <nowiki>{{inuse}}</nowiki> template on top of the page and remove it from the page once you are done with it. Have a nice day :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:52, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

== News ==
Hi, Adyniz belated id mubarak. I wanna say that I live in India and there was an ad of [[wp:Pav Bhaji|Pav Bhaji]] masala in which a boy was wearing a Tee shirt having Pikachu drawn on it I can list this on Pokémon in popular culture--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:51, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
:I am not so sure. It seems minor as compared to the others mentioned in the article. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
But why then can i mention that Pikachu, Snivy , Tepig ,Oshawott [[wp:Rakshabandhan|Rakhi]] are available in India I have one too I can show that video of that Rakhi too you, by the way rakhi is a band that sisters tie on their brother's hand on Rakshabandhan can I mention on merchandise. here's the [http://youtu.be/Uhhdbdc4SNI video]--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 10:41, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
:Yeah, I know about the Rakshabandhan. I think [[Pokémon in South Asia#Pokémon merchandise|this]] would be the appropriate place for the Rakhi info. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:58, 14 August 2013 (UTC)

== Dubbing ==
Adyniz I'm putting all the Hindi names of Pokémon moves and abilities regularly, and every Black and White episode's Hindi title. By this I thought to put all the Hindi title of every episode till now I have completed EP02 - EP012 and randomly some episodes of diamond and pearl series I need help of any one else to complete this task. By the time side by side all black and white episode titles, places , moves and abilities I will put and side by side as well as earlier episode titles as far as name of move prior to gen v many moves have Hindi already written and rest I'll try too write . So, can you tell me a person speaking Hindi/Urdu to help me out?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 07:56, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
:You should have asked before doing so. We only add those episode titles which have been officially confirmed/actually used in the Hindi dub. As far as I know, they have never translated an episode title before BW. Therefore, the Hindi names of the episodes should not be added to any of the non-BW episode articles. Same goes for the abilities, moves and places. If they have been given a Hindi name in the anime, then it is fine but please do not translate them on your own, since it is against Bulbapedia's policy. I would suggest you to undo the respective edits that you have recently made. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 11:02, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
::Adyniz I have NEVER done any translation . Please before saying something like this to some one you should be sure and as far as I know I have been watching the anime from starting and NOT all but some alternate are give dub titles if you want reference see this and I NEVER add false information, have a look I'm giving you link for EP04-EP06 . LISTEN THE TITLES SPOKEN IN HINDI!
EP04-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-4.html here]
EP05-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-5.html here]
EP06-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-6.html here]

More episodes you can watch there. Forgive me if I was too rude. Thanks for even listening to me!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:35, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
:::I am positive that they have re-recorded some of the lines for the reruns. I strictly remember that they never used a single Hindi translated title during the original airings of any season prior to BW. I apologize if you were offended, but it is one of my responsibilities to make sure that we have authentic information. Considering [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=BW008&diff=prev&oldid=1936378 this translation] was not completely correct and some other translations had minor errors, I had to make sure. Regarding the Hindi episode titles, as I mentioned in the earlier message, if you have it confirmed that a title has been translated in Hindi, feel free to add it but it would be helpful if the source is mentioned in the edit summary, so that it is easier for us to verify. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:28, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
Common man that edit was just a mistake in listening I did not watch it on net I always watch it on T.V and directly add you see out of 36 black and white telecasted in India I guess 32 titles would have been provided by me and IF one or two listening errors are there I think you should not react like that Remember I am a human and as far as re-recording is concerned I have a real proof for it that is my mind that in the first season almost every episode had a title I can say this because I am watching it from the first episode in the original order , only because I came to the net world late I have not contributed to Pokémon in south Asia from starting--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:19, 16 August 2013 (UTC)

== Suggestion: Strategies ==

Hello Adyniz, I come to you with a suggestion, a rather ambitious and large one so sit back, grab your tea and get ready to read because it's going to be a long post.

'''Overview:'''

As a frequent and old Pokémon player I regularly find the need to search for the best way to raise my Pokémon, which Pokémon are the best to catch, and after having them, how can I maximize the potential of each and every Pokémon in my team. As you clearly know, there is no information on Bulbapedia (except for some stats, abilities and natures, but nothing indicative of a potential "best" situation) regarding this matter. Therefore, I wish to make a proposition so we can fulfill this niche of players who look to find the best way to make their team the most powerful one, or just to help guide the average player with his playing experience in order to avoid some frustration as to why his Pokémon aren't performing in up top shape. To serve this purpose I'm going to make two suggestions: the first one would be a simple short version of what a possible best strategy could be; and the second one would be a sort of in-depth guide for the training on each individual Pokémon. Now on to the suggestions!

:'''Disclaimer:''' (should be written and applied in all suggestions)

These builds and strategies are all but mere suggestions to serve as a guide for the average player who may struggle with the use of his Pokémon or simply to allow
them to learn more about how to unlock the true potential of each Pokémon. It is not meant for the player to be forced to take this path. The player should choose, by himself, which is the best way to raise his Pokémon.

:'''''First Suggestion - Recommended Strategy'''''

Objective - Serves as a quick go-to guide for the overall best strategy for a specific Pokémon.

''Example'':

{{Pokémon
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=100
|game=HeartGold and SoulSilver
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|held=Leftovers
|ability=Multiscale
|move1=ExtremeSpeed|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Outrage|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Dragon Dance|move3type=Dragon|move3cat=Status
|move4=Waterfall|move4type=Water|move4cat=Physical}}

''EVs and Nature:''

EVs: 252 Attack / 4 Speed / 252 Special
Nature: Adamant (+Attack, -Special Attack)

These EVs are completely focused on hard hitting targets, with a maximized Attack and Special Attack stats as it will guarantee a clear sweep which will continue to improve with each successful Dragon Dance.

See [[EV]] and [[List of Pokémon by effort value yield]] for more information on how to raise your Pokémon stats (alternatively it would be a good idea to make a page dedicated just to how to train your Pokémon's EV and how Natures affect your Pokémon, etc etc etc).

''Strategy:''

The strategy is as simples as follows:

* Keep using Dragon Dance whenever the opponent opens up a window of opportunity;
* Hit them straight in the face with whichever move is the best against that Pokémon, otherwise stick to Outrage;
* Use Extremespeed as a finisher;

Optionally, the use of Earthquake against teams who use Steel, Poison or Fire Pokémon has proven very effective. Roost is also
a good move if the player wishes to make the most out of Multiscale.

:'''''Second Suggestion - In-depth Guide'''''

Objective - Provide a complete in-depth competitive strategy giving the most important information and explanations about which build to choose for the specific Pokémon. As we know the competitive scene always brings out the best in the meta of every game, so to dedicate a page to strategies of the current metagame could greatly serve and help anyone who is looking for the best of the best.

''Example''

::'''Pokémon'''

*Name: Dragonite
*Index: 149
*First Type: Dragon
*Second Type: Flying
*Species: Dragon Pokémon
*Ability: Multiscale or Inner Focus

(tip: a box specific for this idea would be nice, I couldn't find one)

::'''Strategy Name: '''Physical Attacker
*Held Item: Haban Berry / Leftovers
*Abilty: Multiscale
*Nature: Adamant

::'''EV:'''
* 204 HP
* 252 Attack
* 52 Special Attack

::'''Moveset'''
* Dragon Claw
* Extremespeed
* Fire Punch
* Protect

::'''Strategy'''

This is the standard Dragonite set. Dragon Claw is Dragonite's main move, as it gets the STAB boost and is only resisted by Steel-types. Fire Punch provides nice coverage along with Dragon Claw, hitting Abomasnow and Steel-types for super effective damage. However, it should be noted that despite being super effective, Fire Punch won't do over 50% to max HP Metagross. ExtremeSpeed will allow Dragonite to strike first, moving even before all other priority attacks bar Fake Out. Protect is a staple for most Pokemon in VGC, and can also be used in sync with Leftovers to help restore HP each turn.

The 204 HP EVs allow Dragonite to always survive Life Orb Latios's Draco Meteor, and also gives it maximum Leftovers recovery and good bulk. The 52 Speed EVs let Dragonite outrun minimum speed Rotom-A. The rest of the EVs are put into Attack. An Adamant nature allows Dragonite to deal as much damage as possible, while Leftovers is used to restore some HP each turn, which might allow multiple usage of Multiscale. Haban Berry, however, lets Dragonite survive a Dragon Gem Latios's Draco Meteor, which it cannot do with just Multiscale.

As for teammates, Ground-types such as Krookodile can work well as Dragonite is immune to their Earthquake. Scrafty is a handy partner as it has Fake Out to help Dragonite preserve Mutiscale for a turn. Its STAB attacks are also super effective against Abomasnow and Latios, Dragonite's two main counters. Either Politoed or Ninetales can also be used to get rid of opposing sandstorm and hail if needed, as both of these weathers will break Dragonite's Multiscale. [http://www.smogon.com/bw/pokemon/dragonite/vgc2012 Taken from Smogon University] (I am aware that we shouldn't provide content from other websites without asking their permission but I don't have the enough experience to write a full on strategy by myself, I merely wanted to use this as an example, I understand if you have to remove this and if I would have to be scolded for putting this here)

'''Important side note:''' all of this information should be backed with a link to a page explaining how to evolve your Pokémon to raise their EVs this way, why and what natures affect what stats, what Pokémon to fight against if you want to have the best stats raised, how to catch Pokérus to further your stat evolution, the use of Vitamins in EVs, training with Macho Brace and the remaining factors that can boost the stats of the Pokémon.

''Secondary side note:'' As you can see the difference between this guide and the first guide is that the first guide should provide a more comprehensive and simple way for anyone to build their Pokémon in a specific powerful way, while the second one should be an all-out strategy taking the most important factors into consideration on the current metagame.

'''Pros and Cons of these suggestions:'''

Pros - the first suggestion is quick, succinct, easy to read and understandable, every build shouldn't be bigger than that, and the idea is that anyone can easily shortcut it's ways through the menu and quickly understand one of the best builds for Dragonite (in its page). The second suggestion should have a page completely dedicated to it and should serve as a complete in-depth guide of how to build a specific Pokémon. If we display several strategies while backing up that information with each and every VGC (and other important tournaments), this solves the subjective con since we could 100% base ourselves on real strategies used in real life tournaments and place them there for anyone to learn.

Cons - subjectiveness, my idea of "best build" can differ from the next guy, so this can be a problem in the sense that will probably generate a lot of discussion and to ascertain a common "best build" amongst the community could be very hard. This would require a change in each and every Pokémon page to grant a strategy to each one of it, or would require the creation of 600+ pages for in-depth guides in each Pokémon page. Either one of those are obviously time consuming. Another added con is that all of this information is very volatile as it can change from generation to generation with stats/abilities/move updates and new moves coming in to the game, requiring constant maintenance with each generation.

Presented Solutions - create a best strategy contest! This contest should be held weekly with different Pokémons each week, allowing for the community to pitch in their very own version of what the best strategy is while in the meantime allowing anyone who visits Bulbapedia to vote on what the best strategy is. At the end of the week the contest closes and the best strategy is posted on the Pokémon page crediting the user who entered the strategy. This could entice the community in to sharing ideas between them and would definitely bring more people in so they could place their own strategies for everyone to see. This solution could be made on the Bulbapedia page, or have a part of the forum dedicated to it. It could also be applied to any of the two suggestions I made.

'''Conclusion'''

I understand that overall this is a very, very hard and ambitious project for the whole Bulbapedia, with new games coming up every year, with new Anime and new Manga out every month, there is a lot of information that needs to be reviewed and constantly updated. Even after all these years the to-do list for Bulbapedia is huge and there's always some things that were left out that could have been done in a better fashion, hence my fear that making this could be a bite bigger than Bulbapedia can chew, and so I am ready to accept the fact that this suggestion will, most possibly, be discarded and forgotten as certainly there are other things waiting to be done and reserved for the future of Bulbapedia. To finish this massive wall of text, I just want to thank you for your patience and attention given in reading all this, I am very sorry that it had to came out this long, and I wish to point out that all I ever wanted was to provide a new perspective, a competitive perspective even, a new way for Bulbapedia to improve and become a better place for everyone. However, I didn't want to do it without having my opinions properly backed up.

: I only realized now that I was asking this to the wrong person since you're the deputy editor in chief for the Bulbanews and not actually Bulbagarden... I feel terrible for this mistake, and I'm sorry if I wasted any of your time, I'll copy paste this suggestion to Kogoro, she was the person I meant to send this information in the first place... If you want you can delete this whole section. I'm so sorry. ----[[User:EtherealAether|EtherealAether]] ''([[User talk:EtherealAether|talk]])'' 16:32, 29 August 2013 (UTC)
::No, that's alright and I apologize for the very late reply. I discussed it with some of the other staff members. We appreciate your effort but the thing is Bulbapedia is an encyclopedia and the stuff that you have explained above would be rather suitable for a strategy wiki. I have noticed that you have dropped this same message on Kogoro's talk page, she might explain it in a better way. Again, apologies for the late reply. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:44, 29 August 2013 (UTC)

== Account ==
My little brother also wants to contribute to Bulbapedia with his own account, he regularly contributes through my account but now he wants his own but the problem is he will use this computer only, I mean to say Bulbapedia will consider it a Sockpuppet can Bulbapedia allow to create an account if you allow thank you other wise well no problem--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:02, 25 August 2013 (UTC)
:I will forward your request to the higher ups. If anything comes up, I'll let you know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:08, 25 August 2013 (UTC)
::Go ahead, your brother can make his own account. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:11, 26 August 2013 (UTC)
Okay Thank You very much!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 12:41, 26 August 2013 (UTC)

Thanks Adyniz, I'm his brother --[[User:SachinTendulkaristhebest|SachinTendulkaristhebest]] ([[User talk:SachinTendulkaristhebest|talk]]) 12:52, 26 August 2013 (UTC)

== Upload file ==

Hello Adyniz! I'm new to Archives, so I'm not able to upload any images. Can you please upload these for me? - [http://static2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20131209011439/pokemon/images/3/3e/PlatinumArtwork.png Platinum (Adventures)] and [http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRQigqI9HA2UeRPih9g9a8Pp0vPHIUpH7815yuCNhQVSgRfdFoT Platinum Trio (Adventures)] Thanks! --[[User:Dawn|'''Platina-''']] [[User talk:`Dawn|'''Any Questions?''']] 16:25, 12 February 2014 (UTC)

Could you upload [Link removed] file to the [[National Pokedex]] page. It will be a great help for viewers.[[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 14:12, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

:PikaTepig999 we do NOT steal anything from anywhere, BY THE way they steal from us, they will always stay inferior to us. So please don't break that trend....--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:48, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

::PikaTepig999, thanks for the suggestion. It has been added to the article. I haven't used Pokémon Wikia's image though, because it is always nice if we can get [[a:File:Online English Pokédex.png|our own image]] rather than using their's or someone else's for that matter.
::Viv, that was a bit uncalled for. Also, I would appreciate it if I could respond for myself. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:43, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

:::Sorry about that Adyniz, but I get really frustrated when someone mentions Pokémon Wikia because I have seen in many of the pages that the content is stolen--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 06:31, 31 August 2013 (UTC)

::::THE IMAGE was created by ME in Windows Paint. At first I was unfamiliar to Bulbapedia.So i used to refer to that wiki. But then i found out about Bulbapedia and switched to it. Thanks for uploading the file. [[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 11:04, 31 August 2013 (UTC)

== Re:Code of Conduct ==

Hi there Adyniz, mere bhai ne jo bhi likha tha uska woh matlab bilkul nahi tha bus woh Bulbapedia ke strict rules, se thoda chhid gaya tha, woh kabhi kissi ko bura nahi keta aur uska really woh matlab nahi tha (And I really mean it) he is ''very'' '''sorry''' for that--[[User:SachinTendulkaristhebest|SachinTendulkaristhebest]] ([[User talk:SachinTendulkaristhebest|talk]]) 12:50, 7 September 2013 (UTC)

== Help ==

Hi Adyniz, could you tell me if we can use our bulbapedia account for other sections of BulbaGarden like Bulbasaur's Mysterious Garden ƒorums, BulbaNews,Archives etc. ?
When i visited these sites i could not log in by my bulbapedia account.
[[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 09:51, 14 September 2013 (UTC)
:You can use the same account on all three wikis (Bulbapedia, Archives and News). In order to do that, you will have to go to your [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Special:Preferences preferences] on Bulbapedia (the 'preferences' button on top, in between the 'talk' and 'watchlist' button). There, you will see a link which says "Manage your global account", click on it. You will get a "Login unification complete!" message. After you are done with it, try logging in on the Archives and Bulbanews, it should be working fine, if the account has been merged successfully. You can confirm it by revisiting the "preferences" on any of the Wikis and look for the note ''below'' "Global account status: All in order!". It should say "Your account is active on '''3''' project sites".
:As for the forums, you will have to [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/register.php make a separate account]. You can use the same Wiki username but that account will not be a part of the global wiki account. Take your time, read it carefully and then proceed. If you have any questions, let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:29, 14 September 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks for the help [[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 09:59, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

== Summary ==
I don't get what is the meaning of SLV you mentioned in [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Pok%C3%A9mon_in_South_Asia&diff=1969704&oldid=1965248 this] summary.--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:48, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

One more thing how may I ask something on Forums, means that where can I bring up a new question from my side on Forums! Man yeh forums bahut confusing hai!!!!!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:53, 23 September 2013 (UTC)
:SLV = '''S'''innoh '''L'''eague '''V'''ictors.
:It depends on the nature of your question. If it is wiki-related, then you can bring it [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/ in the respective section]. If it is somet--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 15:05, 24 October 2013 (UTC)hing forum-related, then [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f469/ here]. And if you want to introduce yourself then [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f223/ this] is the place to go to. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:42, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

::Thanks a lot Adyniz for the help!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:11, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

== Message to you ==

Hello Adyniz.I sent a message to you from DPF.Since you are logged in here most of time so I thought it would be good to hint you about it.Don't wanna tell about message.Do read your self.--[[User:Monfernape|Monfernape]] ([[User talk:Monfernape|talk]]) 15:20, 29 September 2013 (UTC)

Okay again replied.--[[User:Monfernape|Monfernape]] ([[User talk:Monfernape|talk]]) 08:50, 30 September 2013 (UTC)

== Problem ==
Hi adyniz please help me I'm not getting {{p|Heliolisk}} {{p|Helioptile}}, pages right I put the TM's/HM's in it but as you can see there's some kinda problem in the format I guess?!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:42, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
:Fixed. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:52, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
::ThAnKs!(Oh! THat FoOtER!)--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:54, 24 October 2013 (UTC)

== Suggestion ==
I know currently it's the Pokémon X & Y rush, but after it's over I have a suggestion for Bulbapedia that Pokémon's Cry's audio should be put up on it's page don't you think maine ye bahut saari sites per dekha hai. --[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 15:05, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
:It has been brought up a couple of times before, if I remember correctly. It would not be a wise idea to add the audio files. Mainly because, unlike images, the audio can easily cause a major copyright infringement issue. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:46, 24 October 2013 (UTC)

== Archives still protected and uploading is locked ==
Hello. The Achives are still protected due of preparing X & Y games, but they're out already and they should be unprotected sooner or later. I can't upload or edit on Archives because of that, so I must to 1st November before everything will go fine. I takled to Kogoro about unprotecting them, but he's not responding at all. Everyone had talked to him, but nothing happened. Do you have an idea what to do in this situation? Pikachu65 08:42, 28 October 2013 (UTC)
:{{ut|Kogoro#Image protection|Kogoro's reply}}. I guess you didn't check the {{bp|staff|staff page}}, she [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Bulbapedia:Staff&diff=1985572&oldid=1980312 announced her hiatus before leaving]. She is [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Bulbapedia:Staff&curid=102248&diff=1996905&oldid=1990842 back] now. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:05, 28 October 2013 (UTC)
Thanks, pal! Pikachu65 10:33, 28 October 2013 (UTC)

== Ash's legs error ==

The dust effect appears to be in front of Ash and the line where his legs are cut off is too straight, so it doesn't seem like part of the dust effect to me. And, as you said, this is the only frame showing the lowest part of Ash's legs, hence why I'm pretty sure it's an error. The animators probably drew only the upper part of Ash's body for that scene, and when adding a shaking effect to the camera, they slipped up and placed the "camera" below the drawing of Ash they had. It's similar to [[a:File:BW124 error.png|the error in BW124]] where the camera is located to the right of the drawing of the grass, and while I can't come up with specific examples, I've already seen errors like this in animation when the camera shakes. --[[User:Gabo 2oo|Gabo 2oo]] ([[User talk:Gabo 2oo|talk]]) 21:31, 9 November 2013 (UTC)
:Hmm... Can't say that I disagree with you, but I don't have a definite nod either. I guess indifferent would be the correct word here. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 04:32, 10 November 2013 (UTC)

== Contribution Page ==
Hi Adyniz, when I opened by contribution's page, along side some contributions I saw a this written ---> '''current'''. Why's this? . I have never noticed this before..!?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 07:59, 19 November 2013 (UTC)
:It shows [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=XY004&diff=2015942&oldid=2000845 the difference] between the particular revision that you chose and the current version of the article. By current version, I mean the most recent revision/edit done on that article. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:07, 19 November 2013 (UTC)
::Thank a lot!{{unsigned|Viv}}

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== New Versions ==

Hey, Adyniz, can you replace those four files: [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:086Seel.png Seel]; [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:087Dewgong.png Dewgong]; [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:148Dragonair.png Dragonair] and [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:232Donphan.png Donphan] with those: [http://prikachi.com/images/433/5043433A.png Seel]; [http://prikachi.com/images/437/5043437z.png Dewgong]; [http://prikachi.com/images/439/5043439w.png Dragonair] and [http://prikachi.com/images/440/5043440R.png Donphan], because they're bigger and with better quality! I'm asking you, because Archives are still protected. [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 16:05, 22 July 2012 (GMT)
:Done, I have replaced all the lower quality pics with the higher quality ones. If you don't mind, may I know from where did you get them? [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:40, 22 July 2012 (UTC)
::Mmm... I think Donphan and Dragonair were send by my friend, he got them from an official site, and I think I got Seel and Dewgong from a website via Opera Dragonfly! [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 17:21, 22 July 2012 (GMT)
:::I see, thanks for the high quality images. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:54, 22 July 2012 (UTC)

==My Apologies==

Hey Ady...I just wanted to apologize to you for my little outburst the other night. I was in a bad mood and didn't even think to look at other movie articles before I reverted. Sorry to take it out on you. :) --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 01:12, 23 July 2012 (UTC)
:No problemo :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:36, 23 July 2012 (UTC)

== B2W2 US Boxarts with ESRB Ratings ==

Hey, Adyniz! I'm trying to upload White 2's US Boxart with the ESRB rating, but it doesn't seem to be working. Is uploading images something only for staff? If so, could you or someone from the staff maybe upload the images? We don't need the boxart with "Rating Pending" on it anymore. Thanks! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 17:56, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
:Bulbagarden Archives is locked at the moment, and it currently do not have a determined opening date. So yes, only the Archives staff members can upload images. And sure, I won't mind uploading the requested images. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:08, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
::Alright, so, is it OK that I found the images on The Pokémon Wiki? Also, they're a little bit small, but hopefully it will suffice.

White 2- https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQqyUM2gOlN7DXDNkg4U6M9HhwbYB5EtxliUy0cgt9zdLsbErWl

Black 2- https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTsBoIj8K5E7iRWjktJsOJBnaVb4vdsYln4MrFFxBFTVH-TgPeV
{{unsigned|Torpoleon}}
:::I found the similar [http://www.gamestop.com/common/images/lbox/181778b.jpg images] on [http://www.gamestop.com/common/images/lbox/181777b.jpg Gamestop], with no distorted pixels but smaller in comparison. The problem is that they are of very low quality/resolution as compared to the ones that we are currently using. Besides, the rating is already mentioned in the article, so it is not that big of an issue right now. Therefore, I think we should wait for the high quality versions. Also, if you forgot to sign your comment, you are not suppose to sign it later, it is against [[Bulbapedia:Talk page policy#Signing comments|the talk page policy]]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:39, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
::::Oops, sorry with the signing. I usually never forget. Anyways, sure, we can wait for HQ versions. [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 20:20, 24 July 2012 (UTC)

==Unlock==
Hey, Adyniz sorry for my stupid question, but do you know when the Archives will be unlocked? [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 20:53, 25 July 2012 (GMT)
:[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=User_talk:Kogoro&diff=1728416&oldid=1728123 Please] [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/suggestions-ideas-problems-73904/index15.html#post4197922 read] [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/suggestions-ideas-problems-73904/index14.html#post4182967 these]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:00, 25 July 2012 (UTC)

== Unneeded redirect? ==

Take a look at [[Template:New episode]]? Those redirects were created to remove unnecessary redlinks from the Wanted Pages. Take a look at what links to them before you just up and delete things. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 19:48, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
:Isn't that the case with at least one article every time? For example, no matter what we do, the next (currently unrevealed) episode will always appear in the wanted pages. Right now, it is BW093. So, why those two are getting special treatments? [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:15, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
::Because it isn't the next immediate one. They aren't the ones that should theoretically be created in one week. There will always be future things; however, these links aren't considered "future things". Instead, they are considered links that exist only because a template forces them to. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 23:46, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
:::Oh, okay. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 00:01, 26 July 2012 (UTC)

== Battle judge va ==

I saw on Bill Roger's facebook page that he voiced the battle judge of the Clubsplosion tournament. Shouldn't that be listed on his bulbapedia page? [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 00:44, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
:No, he did not say that. What he said was "''You can also hear me in the '''next few eps''' as the battle judge''". That does not necessarily mean that he is voicing any of the Clubsplosion judges (Freddy O'Martian is voiced by Tom Wayland, and Marc Thompson voiced Don George). He might be referring to a "future" dub episode, since a battle judge does appear in BW083/84 (Homika's Gym referee) or it could be [[Jeremy]] (BW086). [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:41, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
::Oh wait, now I see what you were referring to, after skimming through the episode. Well, if Bill was referring to that guy then it should be noted, but it is not confirmed yet. I will try to ask Kg to see if she can get it confirmed from Tom. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:50, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
:::Thanks. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 13:23, 26 July 2012 (UTC)

== [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Trip%27s_Serperior&curid=115216&diff=1737644&oldid=1737636&rcid=1849814 Serperior] ==

First let me start by saying that for the editing i was using the preveiw button however, i am human just like you and I will never be able to catch every mistake Make but when i do i go back fix them and people edit sharking me isn't helping anything just know that i know its your job to fix things.[[User:Glalie Power|Glalie Power]] ([[User talk:Glalie Power|talk]]) 16:08, 3 August 2012 (UTC)
:I am not sharking or degrading you, but pointing out where you went wrong, so that you can improve yourself and become an even better contributor. It is only for your own benefit. I know that you are a human being just like everyone else and we are bound to make mistakes. So, if someone makes an incorrect edit, it is the duty of another user to correct the problem. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:41, 3 August 2012 (UTC)

== Pictures ==

Hey, where do you get HD pictures? Please reply :) (sorry, I'm from Poland)--[[User:Rafi862|Rafi862]] ([[User talk:Rafi862|talk]]) 16:18, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
:No particular website, I take them myself. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:44, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
::How?--[[User:Rafi862|Rafi862]] ([[User talk:Rafi862|talk]]) 09:35, 1 September 2012 (UTC)

== Image ==

Hi, Adyniz, I am new at Bulbapedia, so I can't upload any images, as you are an admin you can. I found an good image for the ranger, [[Luana (Ranger)|Luana]], that page has no profile image. Can you upload it? I uploaded it on the pokemon wikia, where I can upload Image's even though I am new there. I send you a link to that image:[http://images.wikia.com/pokemon/images/a/af/Luana_%28Ranger%29.png].

Sorry for my maybe bad grammar, but I am dutch.

--[[User:Quilafa|Quilafa]] ([[User talk:Quilafa|talk]]) 11:24, 16 August 2012 (UTC)
:[[:a:File:Luana (Ranger).png|Done]], thanks for the image. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:51, 16 August 2012 (UTC)

== Project notice ==
Hello! I came here you a question{{tt|*|obviously}}. I was reading the [[Bulbapedia:Manual of style/Anime|anime MoS]] and I noticed that the first section of that page {{tt|states|since it's a policy}} that only completed articles should have the project anime notice, but I have seen many stubs which have the project notice. I was going to ask KG 'bout it, but I thought that since you were the one who created that page, you might have a clue about it. What do you think should be done? [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 09:59, 19 August 2012 (UTC)
:For this question, {{u|Kenji-girl}} would be the right person to go to. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:44, 22 August 2012 (UTC)

== Dawn returning to Hoenn ==

I don't understand why you undid my edit on BW093 in the major events section. Dawn is currently on a journey in Hoenn, so it's obvious that she's going back there. We did the same thing when May briefly returned, so why should Dawn be different? [[User:Satoshi101|サトシ101]] ([[User talk:Satoshi101|talk]]) 20:01, 23 August 2012 (UTC)
:May explicitly stated that she has earned 3 Johto ribbons and she'll go back to Johto in order to win the remaining ribbons. How do we know that Dawn is currently on a journey in Hoenn? And I honestly fail to see the 'obvious' part here. She did not say a single word about her journey in Hoenn region. So, assuming that she will go back to Hoenn is pure speculation at the moment. Unless we get an official confirmation, it should not be added. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 20:12, 23 August 2012 (UTC)
::Well, if you put it that way, then maybe we should wait. [[User:Satoshi101|サトシ101]] ([[User talk:Satoshi101|talk]]) 20:23, 23 August 2012 (UTC)

== Image (again) ==
Hi, [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User_talk:Adyniz# I talked to you earlier about an image], now I can upload images so I uploaded [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Krokka_Tunnel_Ranger1.png a image] for [[Krokka Tunnel]] on Bulbagarden, but I don't see it at the Krokka Tunnel page, can you do something about it? ([http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Krokka_Tunnel_Ranger1.png Click here for the Image on bulbagarden]).
--[[User:Quilafa|Quilafa]] ([[User talk:Quilafa|talk]]) 12:59, 26 August 2012 (UTC)
:The image is there but it is not showing up because of the cache. Try purging the cache (click on the clock on top of the page). If that doesn't work, [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Krokka_Tunnel&action=edit open this link]{{tt|*|it will take you directly in the editing mode}} and then select "show preview". If the image shows up when previewing it, click on the "Save page" button and it should fix the problem. This edit will not be counted as an actual edit, but rather a 'null edit'. Null edit technique usually helps in fixing the cache problems. Try it and let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:24, 26 August 2012 (UTC)

== Kotetsu ==

I recreated his page because he seems to be confirmed to be Ash's rival. I did not know. I'm sorry. Can I recreate it the day before BW092 airs?{{unsigned|‎Chomper4}}
:He does not seem to be confirmed to be the 'new' rival but merely a Pokémon Trainer, at least for now. A confirmation requires a solid official proof, which we do not have at the moment. He is not travelling with the gang either since there is no sign of him being in the TR two parter. No summary, magazine scan, or any other source has confirmed his status. Therefore, I do not see the need of creating the article before the episode airs. However, you are more than welcome to create the article once the episode officially airs but please do not forget to put some more effort, as I mentioned in {{ut|Chomper4#Articles, again|my previous message}} on your talkpage. For now, you can save the article in a notepad file if you want.
:Last but not the least, on all {{bp|talk page}}s, write <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki> or click on http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/skins/common/images/button_sig.png button after every post. This automatically generates your [[Bulbapedia:signature policy|signature]], and lets everyone know who has written what, and when. Thank you, and have a good time contributing! [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:46, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
: Sure, and do you mean when BW092 or BW093 airs? [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]]) 14:52, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
::BW093, the episode in which Kotetsu debuts. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:01, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
::Sorry, but its just I am worried that someone else will create it. I heard that the serebii forums are talking about proof for Kotetsu being the new rival. [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]]) 21:48, 28 August 2012 (UTC)

== Big question due to there being a Kotetsu picture? ==

Can I make [[User:Chomper4/Kotetsu]]? [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]])
:We have been over this before, twice. No article before the episode. Whether their is a picture available or not, we still do not know anything about the character. I have already explained everything in detail in our previous discussions. If you are concerned about the credit i.e someone else might create the article before you, then I must inform you that Bulbapedia is a ''community-driven'' Pokémon encyclopedia. Everyone gets an equal chance to contribute, unless there is a good reason to prevent a certain group of users from editing. The article will be unprotected exactly after the episode is done airing. I repeat, please ''do not'' create an article related to Kotetsu in any of the namespaces before BW093's official airing, and it applies to everyone. Thank you. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:08, 30 August 2012 (UTC)

== Humilau Gym and the Pokémon League Calendar ==

G'day, Adyniz. I included one link to a Humilau Gym season on the article talk page (hover your mouse over the shaded areas to see what season is in progress). In case that's not enough, see [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/5071/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/1901/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/209/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/210/?y=2013&m=7 here] for local seasons across the United States. All "Humilau Gym" seasons follow an Opelucid Gym season (July) and start on the 12th August AFAIK. Presumably there's a "master" schedule with these specific names and dates which seems to be out of the reach of us mere mortals (!). All the very best, [[User:Shiny Porygon|Shiny Porygon]] ([[User talk:Shiny Porygon|talk]]) 07:37, 22 September 2012 (UTC)
:Aha, thanks for the links. The hovering thing didn't occur to me at all when I was going through the league pages yesterday, all I could see was Aspertia. Thanks again. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 07:42, 22 September 2012 (UTC)

== Why? ==

Dude, why did you edit one of my personal subpages? I realise that the character name had changed, but you can't just go around editing other peoples pages. It would have redirected to the right page anyway. I don't see what the point of it was.--[[User:Pokelova|''Poké'']][[User talk:Pokelova|lova!]] 17:25, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
:Yes, I ''can'' go around editing other people's pages, ''if'' an edit is to be done. Whenever someone moves an article, it is a common courtesy to fix the links, whether it is a mainspaced article or a user's namespace, simple as that. Also, I do not appreciate the tone you are using, {{bp|Code of conduct|it is disrespectful}}. You have been on Bulbapedia for more than 4 years now, you should know better. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:50, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
::Redirects are not an acceptable reason to edit other people's userpages. They never have been. And there was nothing disrespectful about Pokelova's comment, he is correct. Linking to redirects does not cause the same sort of problem that linking to non existent pages, or using incorrect categories does. Just because you don't agree with someone does not mean you can tell them off for breaking a rule when they didn't do anything wrong. ''That'' certainly is disrespectful. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 18:12, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
:::Acceptable reason? Excuse me but it '''is''' a common courtesy to fix those things regardless of the namespace. And telling me "''you can't just go around editing other peoples pages''" '''is''' disrespectful, when I was just doing my job. As a staff member and as a human being, I expect at least a little bit of respect from the people, especially when I try to be nice with others. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:49, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
::::Staff members may edit users' pages for technical reasons as long as the output is not changed. I don't understand why it's such a big deal. I would certainly appreciate if people weren't at each other's throats over something so minor. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 19:22, 28 September 2012 (UTC)

== Underleveled Pokémon table ==

Hello again, Adyniz. I was wondering if it would be alright to create a table on the Level article for specific trainers with underleveled Pokémon. Here is a link to the conversation where it was mentioned in: [[User_talk:Adyniz/Archive_3#Trivia_Removal]] Thank you for your time. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 01:28, 10 October 2012 (UTC)
:Since it has been almost a week I will work on create a table on my userspace for a guide as to how it would appear. Please let me know if there is any problems or comments that you have. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 22:14, 15 October 2012 (UTC)
::My apologies for the delay. I still can't give you a green signal to mainspace it because I haven't brought it up yet. But sure, you can create it in your userspace. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:55, 16 October 2012 (UTC)
:::Ah, it is alright. I was a bit worried that it had been denied or something. :) Thank you for the reply. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 02:27, 16 October 2012 (UTC)
::::Well, I have made a few edits to it [[User:Super goku/Sandbox/Underleveled Table|here]] since my last comment. Let me know if you have any suggestion or if something should be changed. (Of course, you are free to edit it as well.) :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 02:20, 26 October 2012 (UTC)
:::::The basic info is arranged in a decent manner, but there is a chance that I might be missing something. Mainly because I am not that good when it comes to templates. So, it would be nice if you show it to {{u|Werdnae}} or {{u|Jo The Marten}} for more feedback. They have more knowledge on the subject :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:30, 7 November 2012 (UTC)
::::::Ah, thank you. I think that there might be better ways to show the information but if there is some then I do not know them. Thank you for the reply and for helping me. :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 20:11, 7 November 2012 (UTC)

Once again, Hello. After the conversation above, I went to [[User_talk:Jo_The_Marten/Archive3#Underleveled_Pok.C3.A9mon_table|Jo the Marten]] for more feedback. They seemed to be alright with the table, but the message ended up bring [[User_talk:Super_goku/Sandbox/Underleveled_Table|quite a bit of helpful attention]] to the page. Now that I have sorted the suggestions and seeing how it is, I believe that it is in a relatively stable state for the moment to discuss. Is it proper if I may request if the table could be greenlighted or would it be better to discuss with another user? No matter what, thank you for your help in this. :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 07:23, 8 February 2013 (UTC)
:Good to know. I would suggest you to drop a new message on the {{ut|Super goku/Sandbox/Underleveled Table|article's talk page}} regarding what you have in mind or you can bring it to the higher authorities, {{u|Werdnae}} and {{u|Kogoro}}, for the final decision. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 09:50, 8 February 2013 (UTC)
::I think that I will work on the table a bit more since {{u|Marked +-+-+}} has helped to point something out to me before I take it to either Werdnae or Kogoro. Thanks for the help. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 17:46, 8 February 2013 (UTC)

== RE: Kotetsu ==

I have it from Iris' german voice actor ^^ --[[User:Altruis|Altruis]] [[User talk:Altruis|''でんき'']] 17:24, 27 November 2012 (UTC)

== Season 15 ending ==

Just curious as to how you guys found out the season ends with that episode? I haven't seen anything anywhere else. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 00:32, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
:[https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/12276_10151169597808097_1916494438_n.jpg Here], BW101. If you zoom the image, you can see the production code (1604) on top, which means it is the 4th episode of the 16th season. Which makes BW098 its first episode. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:55, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
::Thank You for clearing that up for me. :) --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 05:44, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
:::No problem. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 09:37, 8 December 2012 (UTC)

== Scan translation ==

I uploaded this image (File:Ash vs Kotetsu scan.png )and as I couldn't find any way to translate it's information ,I thought to ask you if you can ?[[User:Alexsummer|★Alex★]] [[User talk:Alexsummer|Water]] 18:20, 23 December 2012 (UTC)
:I am sorry but I do not speak Japanese. Therefore, I cannot translate the dialogues in the scan. Not to mention, it has been out there for weeks. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 02:57, 24 December 2012 (UTC)

== BW094 ==

Did ''[[BW094|The Road to Humilau]]'' air in the US, as I saw a Who's That Pokémon? image already uploaded, or unless the UK also does WTP? Another thing, is the trivia relating with the music being heard from the original version of the episode? [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 05:59, 30 December 2012 (UTC)
:As the episode article says, the episode will air on Jan. 5 in US but it has already aired in UK. And the UK version uses the same WTPs as US, much like every international version. And the Mezase humming sound was changed in the dub. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:36, 30 December 2012 (UTC)

== Manga Update ==

Since you seem to the quickest to get a hold of. I thought I would show you [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Heart-Gold-Silver/dp/1421559005/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-3&keywords=pokemon+adventures these] [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Black-White-Vol/dp/142155898X/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-6&keywords=pokemon+adventures pages] so Bulbanews can report it. Sadly I don't have time to submit and correct everything myself, otherwise I would :( --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 21:25, 5 February 2013 (UTC)
:Not an issue and thanks for the links. As for BW, I am confused since we already have [[Pokémon Black and White volume 1|this]] but after talking to Ataro, it seems that [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Black-White-Vol/dp/142155898X/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-6&keywords=pokemon+adventures the new one] is mostly likely the English version of the [[Pokémon Adventures volume 43|43rd volume]] and the new HGSS volume is probably the [[Pokémon Adventures volume 41|41st]], as you know. The problem is that we have a little to no info about the releases and 'no cover' makes it even harder to identify. I'll forward these to Zesty, just in case. Thanks again [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:23, 6 February 2013 (UTC)
::My guess is the same as yours and I also have the same concerns. While I think it is likely to be #43 and #41, it's so hard to know without a cover. I would guess VIZ Media doesn't want to release {{chap|HeartGold & SoulSilver}} with the name "Diamond, Pearl & Platinum" lol. For the Black and White one, while they've done the {{chap|Black & White}} in those mini-volumes, I guessed they might do them in compilations now that it's being published in collected volume format since there might be additional content. I've been sick the last couple days so I haven't been on the computer much but you could put it on Bulbanews yourself if you want, maybe use [http://bulbanews.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Template:Rumor Rumor template] on Bulbanews since it's mostly speculation, though it is on Amazon so some part of it is legit. That's my two cents anyway. [[Special:Contributions/Zesty Cactus|--]][[User:Zesty Cactus|'''Zesty''']][[User talk:Zesty Cactus|'''Cactus''']] 16:04, 9 February 2013 (UTC)

== Section for Challenge Mode teams in the [[Pokémon League (Unova)]] Article ==

The Challenge Mode teams for the Unova Elite 4 & Iris wont fit with everything else in the Unova Pokémon League page, so should there be a section called Pokémon League (Unova)/Black 2 and White 2 Challenge Mode or Pokémon League (Unova)/Black and White, putting the BW teams there and having the Easy/Normal & Challenge B2W2 teams on the regular page? [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 18:38, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
:Thanks for bringing it up. BW and B2W2 Normal Mode teams are staying on the main article and the Challenge Mode teams have been added to a [[Pokémon League (Unova)/Challenge Mode|new sub-page]]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 21:22, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
::Thank you, Adyniz! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 21:56, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
:::Hey, again. Sorry to bug you but, the teams in the regular article are only Normal Mode. Putting in Easy Mode just barely doesn't fit (tried it and it doesn't work). What should be done? Should the Challenge Mode section be reserved for the BW teams instead or have a whole article for BW and a whole article for B2W2, similarly to Unova's Victory Road? [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 12:15, 24 February 2013 (UTC)
::::I'm confused. Sorry but aren't Easy and Normal Modes the same? Also, which article are you referring to? I haven't gotten much far in the game and the Unova E4 articles refer to them as "Easy Mode/Normal Mode", which lead me to think that they are the same thing. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:26, 24 February 2013 (UTC)
:::::Easy/Normal Mode have the same Pokémon & movesets, but different levels and money earned from victory (the individual pages of the Unova E4 & Iris have been updated to have Easy/Normal Mode and I tried putting those in instead of just the regular Initial Battle, but it doesn't fit, for some reason). By what article am I referring to, do you mean when I said BW & B2W2 should have their own articles? Sorry that this is getting a bit confusing, but hopefully it can all be worked out quickly! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 21:48, 24 February 2013 (UTC)

== HD Anime Images ==
Hey Adyniz, Masatoshi says you know how to get HD pictures for the anime. Could you please tell me? Because most of the pictures I upload are reverted. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 03:22, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:{{ut|Adyniz/Archive 3#Screenshots|Here}}. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:13, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks, but where do I go to get the thread? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 12:20, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:::The current 'general' anime thread is [http://toro.2ch.net/test/read.cgi/anime/1362838917/ this one]. As for the specific episode thread, one of the users usually posts the link in the general thread [http://archive.2ch-ranking.net/anime/1362628261.html#38 right before] the episode's airing. For example, [http://blog.livedoor.jp/pokemato/archives/25353101.html BW116 thread]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:38, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
::::Thanks. How would I find threads for previously aired episodes? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 20:42, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::Google. They follow the same pattern for the titles of the episode threads. As for the really old ones, I am sorry but I don't think there is an index available for them. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 11:03, 12 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::Thanks. Now none of my images will be reverted. And by the way, sorry about giving you and Masatoshi a hard time with Ash's Pignite. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 18:32, 12 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::Hey Adyniz, Google isn't working. I still can't find threads for any other episodes other than the one you sent me for BW116. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 02:33, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::Same goes for me. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 02:50, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::Try searching '''ポケットモンスターBW シーズン2 第33話'''. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:52, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::::It says "this thread has been stored in a warehouse past log". Maybe they delete the threads come a while after they air? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 11:03, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::There are usually multiple links available (I don't really know the complete system). For example, the Toro links usually get archived while the logosoku threads keep their posts. [http://www.logsoku.com/r/livetx/1363243979/ Here] is the [http://blog.livedoor.jp/pokemato/archives/25615424.html BW117 thread]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:13, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::::::It seems like you know how to get the threads. Could I just ask you to send me the link to the thread whenever I need it? Don't worry, I won't go "{{p|Ferrothorn|Nutreyz}}"..... :> [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 13:16, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::::I do not have a problem with that, but I am usually busy with other stuff on the working days. So, I may not be able to respond right away. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:53, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
Alright, cool. It doesn't matter to me if you don't respond right away. Could you send me the BW107 thread? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 17:38, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
:[http://www.pokemon-matome.com/archives/21431795.html BW107] thread. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:16, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks, Adyniz. What I am really looking for is a better image for Ash's Oshawott, but the images in this thread are too big. Do you know if there are any threads with 1280x720 images of Oshawott? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 01:55, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
:::No, I do not. In my opinion, Oshawott doesn't need a new header, the current header image is fine. Same goes for Snivy and the rest of Ash's "in-rotation" party. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 03:30, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
::::Except for Oshawott, I think everyone else's headers are fine. However, in Oshawott's current header, his scalchop is too big. That's why I want to replace it. There is a perfect image in of Oshawott in the BW107 thread, but the images are too big. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 17:47, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::It is a close-up shot, that is why it looks big. Overall, the image is fine for now. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:08, 18 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::Hey Adyniz, could you please send me the BW106 and BW108 threads from 2ch? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 13:34, 20 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::[http://manaduru3.blog24.fc2.com/blog-entry-1029.html BW106] and [http://manaduru3.blog24.fc2.com/blog-entry-1033.html BW108]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::Thanks dude! [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 01:30, 27 March 2013 (UTC)

==I'm Here==
Hey! Ady sorry I could not help you two years back due to heavy school work, now I'm gonna make that page for sure. Check it out I've already done the job for one season, I'll complete it within some 2-3 months. [[User:Ganesha27|Ganesha27]] ([[User talk:Ganesha27|talk]]) 20:03, 18 March 2013 (UTC)
:Keep up the good work. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)

== hello ==
Adyniz aap pokemon india ke facebook page par bhi thee na kya aapko pata hai pokemon india mai wapas aa chuka hai .adyniz maine
abhi abhi edit karna shuru kiya hai mujhe yeh poochna tha ki south asia se bulbapedia mai kitne editor hai
aur yeh bhi poochna tha ki mera userpage kaise active hogo please reply karna mera naam viv hai
:Han, mujhe pata hai k wo ab wapis achuka hai. Bulbapedia pe around 10 users hongay South Asia se, sirf ek tukka h, paka nahein keh sakta. Userpage active kerne k liye apko kuch articles ko edit kerna hoga. Kuch actual edits kernay ke baad aap autoconfirm hojaogay, aur us ke baad aap apna userpage edit ker sakte ho. Agar kuch aur information chahiye is ke baaray men to aap {{bp|Autoconfirmed users|ye article}} visit karo. Koi aur help chahiye to let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)
Thank you
--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:03, 27 March 2013 (UTC)

== CAN I HELP ==
adyniz can I help ganesh 27 in writing pokemon hindi themes?Adyniz aap reply zaroor karna aur mai achhe se hindi themes likhoonga. --[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:31, 8 April 2013 (UTC)
: @Ganesha27 actually, Ady isn't a native speaker of hindi, so agar aapko hindi ke baare me kuch bhi puchna hai toh, aap mujhse puch sakte ho :P Always ready to help :) [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 20:49, 5 April 2013 (UTC)
: '''Correction:''' @Viv :P [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 21:13, 5 April 2013 (UTC)

== N in anime ==

Who are the Pokémon {{an|N}} befriended in [[BW118]]? I tried writing this on N's talk page but I didn't get an official response for a while. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 21:23, 14 April 2013 (UTC)
:Sorry but lately, I haven't been following the anime properly. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)
::Ok. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 19:43, 7 May 2013 (UTC)

== Specific Permissions ==

Hey Adyniz! Your the first person I'm going to ask because I can't find the answer otherwise. I may be going to write a book and while I'm not planning to use ANY of the info on this site, I need to know if there is any permission to copy and use any photos on this website. I have done research through different resources and found you can copy and use any photos on websites that grant permission to that sort of thing with no cost. Wikipedia is one example, you can copy and use any photos from there. Since Bulbapedia is vary close to a version of Wikipedia, but much better, I thought that the same thing applied to hear as well. That's all I need an answer on. Thanks. {{unsigned|Nicksamphibians}}
:Apologies for replying so late. The thing is, you would fall foul of our license for anything that we are not just using as fair use ourselves. And the stuff that we are using as fair use, most of that you would need a license from Nintendo to use in any great capacity if you are selling that. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)

== pokemon ==
pokemon no longer on catoon network? {{unsigned|Viv}}
:I have no idea. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)
Pokémon black and white is now really late.....(anime)--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 10:16, 20 May 2013 (UTC)

== Pokémon V-Trainer ==

Hey, I was working on the [[Pokémon V-Trainer]] article, but the thing is, I'm having a hard time figuring out if there's nothing left to add or not. Do you know of any reliable sources that can help me with that? Because I can't find any. [[User:Pokedex493|Pokedex493]] ([[User talk:Pokedex493|talk]]) 06:03, 5 June 2013 (UTC)
:Sorry, I don't know any. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:22, 5 June 2013 (UTC)
Adyniz black and white is on Pogo only or oncn pak too?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:22, 11 June 2013 (UTC)

== Old Account ==
May I ask for my old account [[User:Jb28147]] to be blocked, as I don't use or plan to use that account anymore? Thanks. --[[User:Reshi643|Reshi643]] ([[User talk:Reshi643|talk]]) 18:22, 11 June 2013 (UTC)
:I'll look into it. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

== ask ==
Adyniz black and white is on Pogo only or oncn pak too?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:33, 17 June 2013 (UTC)
:No, it hasn't aired on CNP. For general chat purpose, you can contact users on the [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/ Bulbagarden forums]. Also, it is against the talk page policy to remove messages from the talk page. So, please do not undo any talk page message, unless there is a valid reason to do so. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

I undid it because you had not replied for many days and the day I deleted it you replied.Well Thanks for that!! --[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:23, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

== Template ==

Hi, yeah, thanks about the template. It actually is 'XY ready' color scheme wise, but it seems an XY scheme has yet to be added to the templates. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :)]] ([[User talk:S2daam|talk]]) 13:48, 21 July 2013 (UTC)
:I see, okay then. Keep up the good work :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:54, 21 July 2013 (UTC)

== Pokemon Merchandise Project ==

Kind of new to posting on Bulbapedia, so excuse me if I format something incorrectly here. I was wondering if I can help with the merch project. I have been a collector for years and run a website that sells Pokemon Center plush toys and Pokedolls. I feel I can contribute quite a bit about the plush toy brands and lines. I know a little about each figure brand, and have a general knowledge of almost all the areas of merchandise, but my area of expertise is definitely the plush toys (pokemon center, Banpresto, Pokedoll, takaratomy, ect.).

I have referenced Bulbapedia for years now and I would really like to be able to contribute something to it. So please let me know if you think I can be of some use to you guys! :)
[[User:Pokabubu|Pokabubu]] ([[User talk:Pokabubu|talk]]) 22:18, 27 July 2013 (UTC) Pokabubu
:Sure, we can use your help. You can refer to {{bp|Project Merchandise|the project page}}, [[:Category:Merchandise|the respective category]], the {{bp|Project Merchandise/Lists|lists}}. As for the Plush toys, we have [[:Category:Plush toys|this]]. I would also suggest you to visit the [[Pokémon merchandise]] article. If you think an article needs work or if it is missing, please feel free to work on it. Since you are a new user, you won't be able to create an article at the moment, you can still edit the articles though. So, if you want to start working on a new article, let me know. I can create one for you and then you can do your work. If you have any questions, let me know. Have a nice day! :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:27, 27 July 2013 (UTC)

Oh wow, I see that there is quite a bit I can do. There are actually quite a few huge brands not listed - Banpresto (there are probably around a 1,000+ banpresto plush toys), Takaratomy, Pokemon Center, Jakks Pacific, Toy Factory, to name a few. If possible, I would like to start with an article for "Toy Factory", since that would probably be the easiest and I could learn some things while working on it. I do understand that this probably isn't the highest priority for Bulbapedia, so please feel free to take your time when responding. :)[[User:Pokabubu|Pokabubu]] ([[User talk:Pokabubu|talk]]) 10:25, 16 August 2013 (UTC)
:[[Takara Tomy]], [[Pokémon Center (store)]] and [[Jakks Pacific]] already have articles, feel free to work on them if you want. And here is the [[Toy Factory]] article that you asked for, the stage is yours now. Don't forget to use the preview button when working on it and save your edit when you are done with it. One more thing, when you are working on the article and want to avoid the edit conflict, use the <nowiki>{{inuse}}</nowiki> template on top of the page and remove it from the page once you are done with it. Have a nice day :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:52, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

== News ==
Hi, Adyniz belated id mubarak. I wanna say that I live in India and there was an ad of [[wp:Pav Bhaji|Pav Bhaji]] masala in which a boy was wearing a Tee shirt having Pikachu drawn on it I can list this on Pokémon in popular culture--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:51, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
:I am not so sure. It seems minor as compared to the others mentioned in the article. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
But why then can i mention that Pikachu, Snivy , Tepig ,Oshawott [[wp:Rakshabandhan|Rakhi]] are available in India I have one too I can show that video of that Rakhi too you, by the way rakhi is a band that sisters tie on their brother's hand on Rakshabandhan can I mention on merchandise. here's the [http://youtu.be/Uhhdbdc4SNI video]--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 10:41, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
:Yeah, I know about the Rakshabandhan. I think [[Pokémon in South Asia#Pokémon merchandise|this]] would be the appropriate place for the Rakhi info. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:58, 14 August 2013 (UTC)

== Dubbing ==
Adyniz I'm putting all the Hindi names of Pokémon moves and abilities regularly, and every Black and White episode's Hindi title. By this I thought to put all the Hindi title of every episode till now I have completed EP02 - EP012 and randomly some episodes of diamond and pearl series I need help of any one else to complete this task. By the time side by side all black and white episode titles, places , moves and abilities I will put and side by side as well as earlier episode titles as far as name of move prior to gen v many moves have Hindi already written and rest I'll try too write . So, can you tell me a person speaking Hindi/Urdu to help me out?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 07:56, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
:You should have asked before doing so. We only add those episode titles which have been officially confirmed/actually used in the Hindi dub. As far as I know, they have never translated an episode title before BW. Therefore, the Hindi names of the episodes should not be added to any of the non-BW episode articles. Same goes for the abilities, moves and places. If they have been given a Hindi name in the anime, then it is fine but please do not translate them on your own, since it is against Bulbapedia's policy. I would suggest you to undo the respective edits that you have recently made. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 11:02, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
::Adyniz I have NEVER done any translation . Please before saying something like this to some one you should be sure and as far as I know I have been watching the anime from starting and NOT all but some alternate are give dub titles if you want reference see this and I NEVER add false information, have a look I'm giving you link for EP04-EP06 . LISTEN THE TITLES SPOKEN IN HINDI!
EP04-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-4.html here]
EP05-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-5.html here]
EP06-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-6.html here]

More episodes you can watch there. Forgive me if I was too rude. Thanks for even listening to me!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:35, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
:::I am positive that they have re-recorded some of the lines for the reruns. I strictly remember that they never used a single Hindi translated title during the original airings of any season prior to BW. I apologize if you were offended, but it is one of my responsibilities to make sure that we have authentic information. Considering [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=BW008&diff=prev&oldid=1936378 this translation] was not completely correct and some other translations had minor errors, I had to make sure. Regarding the Hindi episode titles, as I mentioned in the earlier message, if you have it confirmed that a title has been translated in Hindi, feel free to add it but it would be helpful if the source is mentioned in the edit summary, so that it is easier for us to verify. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:28, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
Common man that edit was just a mistake in listening I did not watch it on net I always watch it on T.V and directly add you see out of 36 black and white telecasted in India I guess 32 titles would have been provided by me and IF one or two listening errors are there I think you should not react like that Remember I am a human and as far as re-recording is concerned I have a real proof for it that is my mind that in the first season almost every episode had a title I can say this because I am watching it from the first episode in the original order , only because I came to the net world late I have not contributed to Pokémon in south Asia from starting--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:19, 16 August 2013 (UTC)

== Suggestion: Strategies ==

Hello Adyniz, I come to you with a suggestion, a rather ambitious and large one so sit back, grab your tea and get ready to read because it's going to be a long post.

'''Overview:'''

As a frequent and old Pokémon player I regularly find the need to search for the best way to raise my Pokémon, which Pokémon are the best to catch, and after having them, how can I maximize the potential of each and every Pokémon in my team. As you clearly know, there is no information on Bulbapedia (except for some stats, abilities and natures, but nothing indicative of a potential "best" situation) regarding this matter. Therefore, I wish to make a proposition so we can fulfill this niche of players who look to find the best way to make their team the most powerful one, or just to help guide the average player with his playing experience in order to avoid some frustration as to why his Pokémon aren't performing in up top shape. To serve this purpose I'm going to make two suggestions: the first one would be a simple short version of what a possible best strategy could be; and the second one would be a sort of in-depth guide for the training on each individual Pokémon. Now on to the suggestions!

:'''Disclaimer:''' (should be written and applied in all suggestions)

These builds and strategies are all but mere suggestions to serve as a guide for the average player who may struggle with the use of his Pokémon or simply to allow
them to learn more about how to unlock the true potential of each Pokémon. It is not meant for the player to be forced to take this path. The player should choose, by himself, which is the best way to raise his Pokémon.

:'''''First Suggestion - Recommended Strategy'''''

Objective - Serves as a quick go-to guide for the overall best strategy for a specific Pokémon.

''Example'':

{{Pokémon
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=100
|game=HeartGold and SoulSilver
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|held=Leftovers
|ability=Multiscale
|move1=ExtremeSpeed|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Outrage|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Dragon Dance|move3type=Dragon|move3cat=Status
|move4=Waterfall|move4type=Water|move4cat=Physical}}

''EVs and Nature:''

EVs: 252 Attack / 4 Speed / 252 Special
Nature: Adamant (+Attack, -Special Attack)

These EVs are completely focused on hard hitting targets, with a maximized Attack and Special Attack stats as it will guarantee a clear sweep which will continue to improve with each successful Dragon Dance.

See [[EV]] and [[List of Pokémon by effort value yield]] for more information on how to raise your Pokémon stats (alternatively it would be a good idea to make a page dedicated just to how to train your Pokémon's EV and how Natures affect your Pokémon, etc etc etc).

''Strategy:''

The strategy is as simples as follows:

* Keep using Dragon Dance whenever the opponent opens up a window of opportunity;
* Hit them straight in the face with whichever move is the best against that Pokémon, otherwise stick to Outrage;
* Use Extremespeed as a finisher;

Optionally, the use of Earthquake against teams who use Steel, Poison or Fire Pokémon has proven very effective. Roost is also
a good move if the player wishes to make the most out of Multiscale.

:'''''Second Suggestion - In-depth Guide'''''

Objective - Provide a complete in-depth competitive strategy giving the most important information and explanations about which build to choose for the specific Pokémon. As we know the competitive scene always brings out the best in the meta of every game, so to dedicate a page to strategies of the current metagame could greatly serve and help anyone who is looking for the best of the best.

''Example''

::'''Pokémon'''

*Name: Dragonite
*Index: 149
*First Type: Dragon
*Second Type: Flying
*Species: Dragon Pokémon
*Ability: Multiscale or Inner Focus

(tip: a box specific for this idea would be nice, I couldn't find one)

::'''Strategy Name: '''Physical Attacker
*Held Item: Haban Berry / Leftovers
*Abilty: Multiscale
*Nature: Adamant

::'''EV:'''
* 204 HP
* 252 Attack
* 52 Special Attack

::'''Moveset'''
* Dragon Claw
* Extremespeed
* Fire Punch
* Protect

::'''Strategy'''

This is the standard Dragonite set. Dragon Claw is Dragonite's main move, as it gets the STAB boost and is only resisted by Steel-types. Fire Punch provides nice coverage along with Dragon Claw, hitting Abomasnow and Steel-types for super effective damage. However, it should be noted that despite being super effective, Fire Punch won't do over 50% to max HP Metagross. ExtremeSpeed will allow Dragonite to strike first, moving even before all other priority attacks bar Fake Out. Protect is a staple for most Pokemon in VGC, and can also be used in sync with Leftovers to help restore HP each turn.

The 204 HP EVs allow Dragonite to always survive Life Orb Latios's Draco Meteor, and also gives it maximum Leftovers recovery and good bulk. The 52 Speed EVs let Dragonite outrun minimum speed Rotom-A. The rest of the EVs are put into Attack. An Adamant nature allows Dragonite to deal as much damage as possible, while Leftovers is used to restore some HP each turn, which might allow multiple usage of Multiscale. Haban Berry, however, lets Dragonite survive a Dragon Gem Latios's Draco Meteor, which it cannot do with just Multiscale.

As for teammates, Ground-types such as Krookodile can work well as Dragonite is immune to their Earthquake. Scrafty is a handy partner as it has Fake Out to help Dragonite preserve Mutiscale for a turn. Its STAB attacks are also super effective against Abomasnow and Latios, Dragonite's two main counters. Either Politoed or Ninetales can also be used to get rid of opposing sandstorm and hail if needed, as both of these weathers will break Dragonite's Multiscale. [http://www.smogon.com/bw/pokemon/dragonite/vgc2012 Taken from Smogon University] (I am aware that we shouldn't provide content from other websites without asking their permission but I don't have the enough experience to write a full on strategy by myself, I merely wanted to use this as an example, I understand if you have to remove this and if I would have to be scolded for putting this here)

'''Important side note:''' all of this information should be backed with a link to a page explaining how to evolve your Pokémon to raise their EVs this way, why and what natures affect what stats, what Pokémon to fight against if you want to have the best stats raised, how to catch Pokérus to further your stat evolution, the use of Vitamins in EVs, training with Macho Brace and the remaining factors that can boost the stats of the Pokémon.

''Secondary side note:'' As you can see the difference between this guide and the first guide is that the first guide should provide a more comprehensive and simple way for anyone to build their Pokémon in a specific powerful way, while the second one should be an all-out strategy taking the most important factors into consideration on the current metagame.

'''Pros and Cons of these suggestions:'''

Pros - the first suggestion is quick, succinct, easy to read and understandable, every build shouldn't be bigger than that, and the idea is that anyone can easily shortcut it's ways through the menu and quickly understand one of the best builds for Dragonite (in its page). The second suggestion should have a page completely dedicated to it and should serve as a complete in-depth guide of how to build a specific Pokémon. If we display several strategies while backing up that information with each and every VGC (and other important tournaments), this solves the subjective con since we could 100% base ourselves on real strategies used in real life tournaments and place them there for anyone to learn.

Cons - subjectiveness, my idea of "best build" can differ from the next guy, so this can be a problem in the sense that will probably generate a lot of discussion and to ascertain a common "best build" amongst the community could be very hard. This would require a change in each and every Pokémon page to grant a strategy to each one of it, or would require the creation of 600+ pages for in-depth guides in each Pokémon page. Either one of those are obviously time consuming. Another added con is that all of this information is very volatile as it can change from generation to generation with stats/abilities/move updates and new moves coming in to the game, requiring constant maintenance with each generation.

Presented Solutions - create a best strategy contest! This contest should be held weekly with different Pokémons each week, allowing for the community to pitch in their very own version of what the best strategy is while in the meantime allowing anyone who visits Bulbapedia to vote on what the best strategy is. At the end of the week the contest closes and the best strategy is posted on the Pokémon page crediting the user who entered the strategy. This could entice the community in to sharing ideas between them and would definitely bring more people in so they could place their own strategies for everyone to see. This solution could be made on the Bulbapedia page, or have a part of the forum dedicated to it. It could also be applied to any of the two suggestions I made.

'''Conclusion'''

I understand that overall this is a very, very hard and ambitious project for the whole Bulbapedia, with new games coming up every year, with new Anime and new Manga out every month, there is a lot of information that needs to be reviewed and constantly updated. Even after all these years the to-do list for Bulbapedia is huge and there's always some things that were left out that could have been done in a better fashion, hence my fear that making this could be a bite bigger than Bulbapedia can chew, and so I am ready to accept the fact that this suggestion will, most possibly, be discarded and forgotten as certainly there are other things waiting to be done and reserved for the future of Bulbapedia. To finish this massive wall of text, I just want to thank you for your patience and attention given in reading all this, I am very sorry that it had to came out this long, and I wish to point out that all I ever wanted was to provide a new perspective, a competitive perspective even, a new way for Bulbapedia to improve and become a better place for everyone. However, I didn't want to do it without having my opinions properly backed up.

: I only realized now that I was asking this to the wrong person since you're the deputy editor in chief for the Bulbanews and not actually Bulbagarden... I feel terrible for this mistake, and I'm sorry if I wasted any of your time, I'll copy paste this suggestion to Kogoro, she was the person I meant to send this information in the first place... If you want you can delete this whole section. I'm so sorry. ----[[User:EtherealAether|EtherealAether]] ''([[User talk:EtherealAether|talk]])'' 16:32, 29 August 2013 (UTC)
::No, that's alright and I apologize for the very late reply. I discussed it with some of the other staff members. We appreciate your effort but the thing is Bulbapedia is an encyclopedia and the stuff that you have explained above would be rather suitable for a strategy wiki. I have noticed that you have dropped this same message on Kogoro's talk page, she might explain it in a better way. Again, apologies for the late reply. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:44, 29 August 2013 (UTC)

== Account ==
My little brother also wants to contribute to Bulbapedia with his own account, he regularly contributes through my account but now he wants his own but the problem is he will use this computer only, I mean to say Bulbapedia will consider it a Sockpuppet can Bulbapedia allow to create an account if you allow thank you other wise well no problem--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:02, 25 August 2013 (UTC)
:I will forward your request to the higher ups. If anything comes up, I'll let you know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:08, 25 August 2013 (UTC)
::Go ahead, your brother can make his own account. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:11, 26 August 2013 (UTC)
Okay Thank You very much!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 12:41, 26 August 2013 (UTC)

Thanks Adyniz, I'm his brother --[[User:SachinTendulkaristhebest|SachinTendulkaristhebest]] ([[User talk:SachinTendulkaristhebest|talk]]) 12:52, 26 August 2013 (UTC)

== Upload file ==

Could you upload [Link removed] file to the [[National Pokedex]] page. It will be a great help for viewers.[[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 14:12, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

:PikaTepig999 we do NOT steal anything from anywhere, BY THE way they steal from us, they will always stay inferior to us. So please don't break that trend....--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:48, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

::PikaTepig999, thanks for the suggestion. It has been added to the article. I haven't used Pokémon Wikia's image though, because it is always nice if we can get [[a:File:Online English Pokédex.png|our own image]] rather than using their's or someone else's for that matter.
::Viv, that was a bit uncalled for. Also, I would appreciate it if I could respond for myself. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:43, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

:::Sorry about that Adyniz, but I get really frustrated when someone mentions Pokémon Wikia because I have seen in many of the pages that the content is stolen--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 06:31, 31 August 2013 (UTC)

::::THE IMAGE was created by ME in Windows Paint. At first I was unfamiliar to Bulbapedia.So i used to refer to that wiki. But then i found out about Bulbapedia and switched to it. Thanks for uploading the file. [[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 11:04, 31 August 2013 (UTC)

== Re:Code of Conduct ==

Hi there Adyniz, mere bhai ne jo bhi likha tha uska woh matlab bilkul nahi tha bus woh Bulbapedia ke strict rules, se thoda chhid gaya tha, woh kabhi kissi ko bura nahi keta aur uska really woh matlab nahi tha (And I really mean it) he is ''very'' '''sorry''' for that--[[User:SachinTendulkaristhebest|SachinTendulkaristhebest]] ([[User talk:SachinTendulkaristhebest|talk]]) 12:50, 7 September 2013 (UTC)

== Help ==

Hi Adyniz, could you tell me if we can use our bulbapedia account for other sections of BulbaGarden like Bulbasaur's Mysterious Garden ƒorums, BulbaNews,Archives etc. ?
When i visited these sites i could not log in by my bulbapedia account.
[[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 09:51, 14 September 2013 (UTC)
:You can use the same account on all three wikis (Bulbapedia, Archives and News). In order to do that, you will have to go to your [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Special:Preferences preferences] on Bulbapedia (the 'preferences' button on top, in between the 'talk' and 'watchlist' button). There, you will see a link which says "Manage your global account", click on it. You will get a "Login unification complete!" message. After you are done with it, try logging in on the Archives and Bulbanews, it should be working fine, if the account has been merged successfully. You can confirm it by revisiting the "preferences" on any of the Wikis and look for the note ''below'' "Global account status: All in order!". It should say "Your account is active on '''3''' project sites".
:As for the forums, you will have to [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/register.php make a separate account]. You can use the same Wiki username but that account will not be a part of the global wiki account. Take your time, read it carefully and then proceed. If you have any questions, let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:29, 14 September 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks for the help [[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 09:59, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

== Summary ==
I don't get what is the meaning of SLV you mentioned in [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Pok%C3%A9mon_in_South_Asia&diff=1969704&oldid=1965248 this] summary.--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:48, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

One more thing how may I ask something on Forums, means that where can I bring up a new question from my side on Forums! Man yeh forums bahut confusing hai!!!!!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:53, 23 September 2013 (UTC)
:SLV = '''S'''innoh '''L'''eague '''V'''ictors.
:It depends on the nature of your question. If it is wiki-related, then you can bring it [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/ in the respective section]. If it is somet--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 15:05, 24 October 2013 (UTC)hing forum-related, then [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f469/ here]. And if you want to introduce yourself then [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f223/ this] is the place to go to. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:42, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

::Thanks a lot Adyniz for the help!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:11, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

== Message to you ==

Hello Adyniz.I sent a message to you from DPF.Since you are logged in here most of time so I thought it would be good to hint you about it.Don't wanna tell about message.Do read your self.--[[User:Monfernape|Monfernape]] ([[User talk:Monfernape|talk]]) 15:20, 29 September 2013 (UTC)

Okay again replied.--[[User:Monfernape|Monfernape]] ([[User talk:Monfernape|talk]]) 08:50, 30 September 2013 (UTC)

== Problem ==
Hi adyniz please help me I'm not getting {{p|Heliolisk}} {{p|Helioptile}}, pages right I put the TM's/HM's in it but as you can see there's some kinda problem in the format I guess?!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:42, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
:Fixed. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:52, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
::ThAnKs!(Oh! THat FoOtER!)--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:54, 24 October 2013 (UTC)

== Suggestion ==
I know currently it's the Pokémon X & Y rush, but after it's over I have a suggestion for Bulbapedia that Pokémon's Cry's audio should be put up on it's page don't you think maine ye bahut saari sites per dekha hai. --[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 15:05, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
:It has been brought up a couple of times before, if I remember correctly. It would not be a wise idea to add the audio files. Mainly because, unlike images, the audio can easily cause a major copyright infringement issue. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:46, 24 October 2013 (UTC)

== Archives still protected and uploading is locked ==
Hello. The Achives are still protected due of preparing X & Y games, but they're out already and they should be unprotected sooner or later. I can't upload or edit on Archives because of that, so I must to 1st November before everything will go fine. I takled to Kogoro about unprotecting them, but he's not responding at all. Everyone had talked to him, but nothing happened. Do you have an idea what to do in this situation? Pikachu65 08:42, 28 October 2013 (UTC)
:{{ut|Kogoro#Image protection|Kogoro's reply}}. I guess you didn't check the {{bp|staff|staff page}}, she [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Bulbapedia:Staff&diff=1985572&oldid=1980312 announced her hiatus before leaving]. She is [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Bulbapedia:Staff&curid=102248&diff=1996905&oldid=1990842 back] now. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:05, 28 October 2013 (UTC)
Thanks, pal! Pikachu65 10:33, 28 October 2013 (UTC)

== Ash's legs error ==

The dust effect appears to be in front of Ash and the line where his legs are cut off is too straight, so it doesn't seem like part of the dust effect to me. And, as you said, this is the only frame showing the lowest part of Ash's legs, hence why I'm pretty sure it's an error. The animators probably drew only the upper part of Ash's body for that scene, and when adding a shaking effect to the camera, they slipped up and placed the "camera" below the drawing of Ash they had. It's similar to [[a:File:BW124 error.png|the error in BW124]] where the camera is located to the right of the drawing of the grass, and while I can't come up with specific examples, I've already seen errors like this in animation when the camera shakes. --[[User:Gabo 2oo|Gabo 2oo]] ([[User talk:Gabo 2oo|talk]]) 21:31, 9 November 2013 (UTC)
:Hmm... Can't say that I disagree with you, but I don't have a definite nod either. I guess indifferent would be the correct word here. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 04:32, 10 November 2013 (UTC)

== Contribution Page ==
Hi Adyniz, when I opened by contribution's page, along side some contributions I saw a this written ---> '''current'''. Why's this? . I have never noticed this before..!?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 07:59, 19 November 2013 (UTC)
:It shows [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=XY004&diff=2015942&oldid=2000845 the difference] between the particular revision that you chose and the current version of the article. By current version, I mean the most recent revision/edit done on that article. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:07, 19 November 2013 (UTC)
::Thank a lot!{{unsigned|Viv}}

User talk:Adil/Archive 4

2014-02-12T16:25:49Z

`Dawn: /* New Versions */

{| {{Schemetable|Unova}}
! Talk Page Archives
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* '''[[User talk:Adyniz/Archive 1|Oct 2008 - April 2010]]'''
* '''[[User talk:Adyniz/Archive 2|April 2010 - April 2011]]'''
* '''[[User talk:Adyniz/Archive 3|May 2011 - July 2012]]'''
|}
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== New Versions ==

Hello Adyniz! I'm new to Archives, so I'm not able to upload any images. Can you please upload these for me? - [http://static2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20131209011439/pokemon/images/3/3e/PlatinumArtwork.png Platinum (Adventures)] and [http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRQigqI9HA2UeRPih9g9a8Pp0vPHIUpH7815yuCNhQVSgRfdFoT Platinum Trio (Adventures)] Thanks! --[[User:Dawn|'''Platina-''']] [[User talk:`Dawn|'''Any Questions?''']] 16:25, 12 February 2014 (UTC)

Hey, Adyniz, can you replace those four files: [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:086Seel.png Seel]; [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:087Dewgong.png Dewgong]; [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:148Dragonair.png Dragonair] and [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:232Donphan.png Donphan] with those: [http://prikachi.com/images/433/5043433A.png Seel]; [http://prikachi.com/images/437/5043437z.png Dewgong]; [http://prikachi.com/images/439/5043439w.png Dragonair] and [http://prikachi.com/images/440/5043440R.png Donphan], because they're bigger and with better quality! I'm asking you, because Archives are still protected. [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 16:05, 22 July 2012 (GMT)
:Done, I have replaced all the lower quality pics with the higher quality ones. If you don't mind, may I know from where did you get them? [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:40, 22 July 2012 (UTC)
::Mmm... I think Donphan and Dragonair were send by my friend, he got them from an official site, and I think I got Seel and Dewgong from a website via Opera Dragonfly! [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 17:21, 22 July 2012 (GMT)
:::I see, thanks for the high quality images. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:54, 22 July 2012 (UTC)

==My Apologies==

Hey Ady...I just wanted to apologize to you for my little outburst the other night. I was in a bad mood and didn't even think to look at other movie articles before I reverted. Sorry to take it out on you. :) --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 01:12, 23 July 2012 (UTC)
:No problemo :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:36, 23 July 2012 (UTC)

== B2W2 US Boxarts with ESRB Ratings ==

Hey, Adyniz! I'm trying to upload White 2's US Boxart with the ESRB rating, but it doesn't seem to be working. Is uploading images something only for staff? If so, could you or someone from the staff maybe upload the images? We don't need the boxart with "Rating Pending" on it anymore. Thanks! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 17:56, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
:Bulbagarden Archives is locked at the moment, and it currently do not have a determined opening date. So yes, only the Archives staff members can upload images. And sure, I won't mind uploading the requested images. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:08, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
::Alright, so, is it OK that I found the images on The Pokémon Wiki? Also, they're a little bit small, but hopefully it will suffice.

White 2- https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQqyUM2gOlN7DXDNkg4U6M9HhwbYB5EtxliUy0cgt9zdLsbErWl

Black 2- https://encrypted-tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTsBoIj8K5E7iRWjktJsOJBnaVb4vdsYln4MrFFxBFTVH-TgPeV
{{unsigned|Torpoleon}}
:::I found the similar [http://www.gamestop.com/common/images/lbox/181778b.jpg images] on [http://www.gamestop.com/common/images/lbox/181777b.jpg Gamestop], with no distorted pixels but smaller in comparison. The problem is that they are of very low quality/resolution as compared to the ones that we are currently using. Besides, the rating is already mentioned in the article, so it is not that big of an issue right now. Therefore, I think we should wait for the high quality versions. Also, if you forgot to sign your comment, you are not suppose to sign it later, it is against [[Bulbapedia:Talk page policy#Signing comments|the talk page policy]]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:39, 24 July 2012 (UTC)
::::Oops, sorry with the signing. I usually never forget. Anyways, sure, we can wait for HQ versions. [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 20:20, 24 July 2012 (UTC)

==Unlock==
Hey, Adyniz sorry for my stupid question, but do you know when the Archives will be unlocked? [[User:TheSeviper|'''TheSeviper''']] [[User talk:TheSeviper|'''♫ハブネーク♫''']] 20:53, 25 July 2012 (GMT)
:[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=User_talk:Kogoro&diff=1728416&oldid=1728123 Please] [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/suggestions-ideas-problems-73904/index15.html#post4197922 read] [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/suggestions-ideas-problems-73904/index14.html#post4182967 these]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:00, 25 July 2012 (UTC)

== Unneeded redirect? ==

Take a look at [[Template:New episode]]? Those redirects were created to remove unnecessary redlinks from the Wanted Pages. Take a look at what links to them before you just up and delete things. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 19:48, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
:Isn't that the case with at least one article every time? For example, no matter what we do, the next (currently unrevealed) episode will always appear in the wanted pages. Right now, it is BW093. So, why those two are getting special treatments? [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:15, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
::Because it isn't the next immediate one. They aren't the ones that should theoretically be created in one week. There will always be future things; however, these links aren't considered "future things". Instead, they are considered links that exist only because a template forces them to. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 23:46, 25 July 2012 (UTC)
:::Oh, okay. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 00:01, 26 July 2012 (UTC)

== Battle judge va ==

I saw on Bill Roger's facebook page that he voiced the battle judge of the Clubsplosion tournament. Shouldn't that be listed on his bulbapedia page? [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 00:44, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
:No, he did not say that. What he said was "''You can also hear me in the '''next few eps''' as the battle judge''". That does not necessarily mean that he is voicing any of the Clubsplosion judges (Freddy O'Martian is voiced by Tom Wayland, and Marc Thompson voiced Don George). He might be referring to a "future" dub episode, since a battle judge does appear in BW083/84 (Homika's Gym referee) or it could be [[Jeremy]] (BW086). [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:41, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
::Oh wait, now I see what you were referring to, after skimming through the episode. Well, if Bill was referring to that guy then it should be noted, but it is not confirmed yet. I will try to ask Kg to see if she can get it confirmed from Tom. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:50, 26 July 2012 (UTC)
:::Thanks. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 13:23, 26 July 2012 (UTC)

== [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Trip%27s_Serperior&curid=115216&diff=1737644&oldid=1737636&rcid=1849814 Serperior] ==

First let me start by saying that for the editing i was using the preveiw button however, i am human just like you and I will never be able to catch every mistake Make but when i do i go back fix them and people edit sharking me isn't helping anything just know that i know its your job to fix things.[[User:Glalie Power|Glalie Power]] ([[User talk:Glalie Power|talk]]) 16:08, 3 August 2012 (UTC)
:I am not sharking or degrading you, but pointing out where you went wrong, so that you can improve yourself and become an even better contributor. It is only for your own benefit. I know that you are a human being just like everyone else and we are bound to make mistakes. So, if someone makes an incorrect edit, it is the duty of another user to correct the problem. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:41, 3 August 2012 (UTC)

== Pictures ==

Hey, where do you get HD pictures? Please reply :) (sorry, I'm from Poland)--[[User:Rafi862|Rafi862]] ([[User talk:Rafi862|talk]]) 16:18, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
:No particular website, I take them myself. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:44, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
::How?--[[User:Rafi862|Rafi862]] ([[User talk:Rafi862|talk]]) 09:35, 1 September 2012 (UTC)

== Image ==

Hi, Adyniz, I am new at Bulbapedia, so I can't upload any images, as you are an admin you can. I found an good image for the ranger, [[Luana (Ranger)|Luana]], that page has no profile image. Can you upload it? I uploaded it on the pokemon wikia, where I can upload Image's even though I am new there. I send you a link to that image:[http://images.wikia.com/pokemon/images/a/af/Luana_%28Ranger%29.png].

Sorry for my maybe bad grammar, but I am dutch.

--[[User:Quilafa|Quilafa]] ([[User talk:Quilafa|talk]]) 11:24, 16 August 2012 (UTC)
:[[:a:File:Luana (Ranger).png|Done]], thanks for the image. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:51, 16 August 2012 (UTC)

== Project notice ==
Hello! I came here you a question{{tt|*|obviously}}. I was reading the [[Bulbapedia:Manual of style/Anime|anime MoS]] and I noticed that the first section of that page {{tt|states|since it's a policy}} that only completed articles should have the project anime notice, but I have seen many stubs which have the project notice. I was going to ask KG 'bout it, but I thought that since you were the one who created that page, you might have a clue about it. What do you think should be done? [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 09:59, 19 August 2012 (UTC)
:For this question, {{u|Kenji-girl}} would be the right person to go to. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:44, 22 August 2012 (UTC)

== Dawn returning to Hoenn ==

I don't understand why you undid my edit on BW093 in the major events section. Dawn is currently on a journey in Hoenn, so it's obvious that she's going back there. We did the same thing when May briefly returned, so why should Dawn be different? [[User:Satoshi101|サトシ101]] ([[User talk:Satoshi101|talk]]) 20:01, 23 August 2012 (UTC)
:May explicitly stated that she has earned 3 Johto ribbons and she'll go back to Johto in order to win the remaining ribbons. How do we know that Dawn is currently on a journey in Hoenn? And I honestly fail to see the 'obvious' part here. She did not say a single word about her journey in Hoenn region. So, assuming that she will go back to Hoenn is pure speculation at the moment. Unless we get an official confirmation, it should not be added. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 20:12, 23 August 2012 (UTC)
::Well, if you put it that way, then maybe we should wait. [[User:Satoshi101|サトシ101]] ([[User talk:Satoshi101|talk]]) 20:23, 23 August 2012 (UTC)

== Image (again) ==
Hi, [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User_talk:Adyniz# I talked to you earlier about an image], now I can upload images so I uploaded [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Krokka_Tunnel_Ranger1.png a image] for [[Krokka Tunnel]] on Bulbagarden, but I don't see it at the Krokka Tunnel page, can you do something about it? ([http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Krokka_Tunnel_Ranger1.png Click here for the Image on bulbagarden]).
--[[User:Quilafa|Quilafa]] ([[User talk:Quilafa|talk]]) 12:59, 26 August 2012 (UTC)
:The image is there but it is not showing up because of the cache. Try purging the cache (click on the clock on top of the page). If that doesn't work, [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Krokka_Tunnel&action=edit open this link]{{tt|*|it will take you directly in the editing mode}} and then select "show preview". If the image shows up when previewing it, click on the "Save page" button and it should fix the problem. This edit will not be counted as an actual edit, but rather a 'null edit'. Null edit technique usually helps in fixing the cache problems. Try it and let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:24, 26 August 2012 (UTC)

== Kotetsu ==

I recreated his page because he seems to be confirmed to be Ash's rival. I did not know. I'm sorry. Can I recreate it the day before BW092 airs?{{unsigned|‎Chomper4}}
:He does not seem to be confirmed to be the 'new' rival but merely a Pokémon Trainer, at least for now. A confirmation requires a solid official proof, which we do not have at the moment. He is not travelling with the gang either since there is no sign of him being in the TR two parter. No summary, magazine scan, or any other source has confirmed his status. Therefore, I do not see the need of creating the article before the episode airs. However, you are more than welcome to create the article once the episode officially airs but please do not forget to put some more effort, as I mentioned in {{ut|Chomper4#Articles, again|my previous message}} on your talkpage. For now, you can save the article in a notepad file if you want.
:Last but not the least, on all {{bp|talk page}}s, write <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki> or click on http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/skins/common/images/button_sig.png button after every post. This automatically generates your [[Bulbapedia:signature policy|signature]], and lets everyone know who has written what, and when. Thank you, and have a good time contributing! [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:46, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
: Sure, and do you mean when BW092 or BW093 airs? [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]]) 14:52, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
::BW093, the episode in which Kotetsu debuts. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:01, 28 August 2012 (UTC)
::Sorry, but its just I am worried that someone else will create it. I heard that the serebii forums are talking about proof for Kotetsu being the new rival. [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]]) 21:48, 28 August 2012 (UTC)

== Big question due to there being a Kotetsu picture? ==

Can I make [[User:Chomper4/Kotetsu]]? [[User:Chomper4|Chomper4]] ([[User talk:Chomper4|talk]])
:We have been over this before, twice. No article before the episode. Whether their is a picture available or not, we still do not know anything about the character. I have already explained everything in detail in our previous discussions. If you are concerned about the credit i.e someone else might create the article before you, then I must inform you that Bulbapedia is a ''community-driven'' Pokémon encyclopedia. Everyone gets an equal chance to contribute, unless there is a good reason to prevent a certain group of users from editing. The article will be unprotected exactly after the episode is done airing. I repeat, please ''do not'' create an article related to Kotetsu in any of the namespaces before BW093's official airing, and it applies to everyone. Thank you. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:08, 30 August 2012 (UTC)

== Humilau Gym and the Pokémon League Calendar ==

G'day, Adyniz. I included one link to a Humilau Gym season on the article talk page (hover your mouse over the shaded areas to see what season is in progress). In case that's not enough, see [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/5071/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/1901/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/209/?y=2013&m=7 here], [https://www.pokemon.com/us/account/play-pokemon-leagues/210/?y=2013&m=7 here] for local seasons across the United States. All "Humilau Gym" seasons follow an Opelucid Gym season (July) and start on the 12th August AFAIK. Presumably there's a "master" schedule with these specific names and dates which seems to be out of the reach of us mere mortals (!). All the very best, [[User:Shiny Porygon|Shiny Porygon]] ([[User talk:Shiny Porygon|talk]]) 07:37, 22 September 2012 (UTC)
:Aha, thanks for the links. The hovering thing didn't occur to me at all when I was going through the league pages yesterday, all I could see was Aspertia. Thanks again. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 07:42, 22 September 2012 (UTC)

== Why? ==

Dude, why did you edit one of my personal subpages? I realise that the character name had changed, but you can't just go around editing other peoples pages. It would have redirected to the right page anyway. I don't see what the point of it was.--[[User:Pokelova|''Poké'']][[User talk:Pokelova|lova!]] 17:25, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
:Yes, I ''can'' go around editing other people's pages, ''if'' an edit is to be done. Whenever someone moves an article, it is a common courtesy to fix the links, whether it is a mainspaced article or a user's namespace, simple as that. Also, I do not appreciate the tone you are using, {{bp|Code of conduct|it is disrespectful}}. You have been on Bulbapedia for more than 4 years now, you should know better. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:50, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
::Redirects are not an acceptable reason to edit other people's userpages. They never have been. And there was nothing disrespectful about Pokelova's comment, he is correct. Linking to redirects does not cause the same sort of problem that linking to non existent pages, or using incorrect categories does. Just because you don't agree with someone does not mean you can tell them off for breaking a rule when they didn't do anything wrong. ''That'' certainly is disrespectful. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 18:12, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
:::Acceptable reason? Excuse me but it '''is''' a common courtesy to fix those things regardless of the namespace. And telling me "''you can't just go around editing other peoples pages''" '''is''' disrespectful, when I was just doing my job. As a staff member and as a human being, I expect at least a little bit of respect from the people, especially when I try to be nice with others. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:49, 28 September 2012 (UTC)
::::Staff members may edit users' pages for technical reasons as long as the output is not changed. I don't understand why it's such a big deal. I would certainly appreciate if people weren't at each other's throats over something so minor. [[User:Werdnae|Werdnae]] [[User talk:Werdnae|(talk)]] 19:22, 28 September 2012 (UTC)

== Underleveled Pokémon table ==

Hello again, Adyniz. I was wondering if it would be alright to create a table on the Level article for specific trainers with underleveled Pokémon. Here is a link to the conversation where it was mentioned in: [[User_talk:Adyniz/Archive_3#Trivia_Removal]] Thank you for your time. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 01:28, 10 October 2012 (UTC)
:Since it has been almost a week I will work on create a table on my userspace for a guide as to how it would appear. Please let me know if there is any problems or comments that you have. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 22:14, 15 October 2012 (UTC)
::My apologies for the delay. I still can't give you a green signal to mainspace it because I haven't brought it up yet. But sure, you can create it in your userspace. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:55, 16 October 2012 (UTC)
:::Ah, it is alright. I was a bit worried that it had been denied or something. :) Thank you for the reply. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 02:27, 16 October 2012 (UTC)
::::Well, I have made a few edits to it [[User:Super goku/Sandbox/Underleveled Table|here]] since my last comment. Let me know if you have any suggestion or if something should be changed. (Of course, you are free to edit it as well.) :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 02:20, 26 October 2012 (UTC)
:::::The basic info is arranged in a decent manner, but there is a chance that I might be missing something. Mainly because I am not that good when it comes to templates. So, it would be nice if you show it to {{u|Werdnae}} or {{u|Jo The Marten}} for more feedback. They have more knowledge on the subject :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:30, 7 November 2012 (UTC)
::::::Ah, thank you. I think that there might be better ways to show the information but if there is some then I do not know them. Thank you for the reply and for helping me. :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 20:11, 7 November 2012 (UTC)

Once again, Hello. After the conversation above, I went to [[User_talk:Jo_The_Marten/Archive3#Underleveled_Pok.C3.A9mon_table|Jo the Marten]] for more feedback. They seemed to be alright with the table, but the message ended up bring [[User_talk:Super_goku/Sandbox/Underleveled_Table|quite a bit of helpful attention]] to the page. Now that I have sorted the suggestions and seeing how it is, I believe that it is in a relatively stable state for the moment to discuss. Is it proper if I may request if the table could be greenlighted or would it be better to discuss with another user? No matter what, thank you for your help in this. :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 07:23, 8 February 2013 (UTC)
:Good to know. I would suggest you to drop a new message on the {{ut|Super goku/Sandbox/Underleveled Table|article's talk page}} regarding what you have in mind or you can bring it to the higher authorities, {{u|Werdnae}} and {{u|Kogoro}}, for the final decision. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 09:50, 8 February 2013 (UTC)
::I think that I will work on the table a bit more since {{u|Marked +-+-+}} has helped to point something out to me before I take it to either Werdnae or Kogoro. Thanks for the help. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 17:46, 8 February 2013 (UTC)

== RE: Kotetsu ==

I have it from Iris' german voice actor ^^ --[[User:Altruis|Altruis]] [[User talk:Altruis|''でんき'']] 17:24, 27 November 2012 (UTC)

== Season 15 ending ==

Just curious as to how you guys found out the season ends with that episode? I haven't seen anything anywhere else. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 00:32, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
:[https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/12276_10151169597808097_1916494438_n.jpg Here], BW101. If you zoom the image, you can see the production code (1604) on top, which means it is the 4th episode of the 16th season. Which makes BW098 its first episode. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 01:55, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
::Thank You for clearing that up for me. :) --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 05:44, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
:::No problem. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 09:37, 8 December 2012 (UTC)

== Scan translation ==

I uploaded this image (File:Ash vs Kotetsu scan.png )and as I couldn't find any way to translate it's information ,I thought to ask you if you can ?[[User:Alexsummer|★Alex★]] [[User talk:Alexsummer|Water]] 18:20, 23 December 2012 (UTC)
:I am sorry but I do not speak Japanese. Therefore, I cannot translate the dialogues in the scan. Not to mention, it has been out there for weeks. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 02:57, 24 December 2012 (UTC)

== BW094 ==

Did ''[[BW094|The Road to Humilau]]'' air in the US, as I saw a Who's That Pokémon? image already uploaded, or unless the UK also does WTP? Another thing, is the trivia relating with the music being heard from the original version of the episode? [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 05:59, 30 December 2012 (UTC)
:As the episode article says, the episode will air on Jan. 5 in US but it has already aired in UK. And the UK version uses the same WTPs as US, much like every international version. And the Mezase humming sound was changed in the dub. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:36, 30 December 2012 (UTC)

== Manga Update ==

Since you seem to the quickest to get a hold of. I thought I would show you [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Heart-Gold-Silver/dp/1421559005/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-3&keywords=pokemon+adventures these] [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Black-White-Vol/dp/142155898X/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-6&keywords=pokemon+adventures pages] so Bulbanews can report it. Sadly I don't have time to submit and correct everything myself, otherwise I would :( --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 21:25, 5 February 2013 (UTC)
:Not an issue and thanks for the links. As for BW, I am confused since we already have [[Pokémon Black and White volume 1|this]] but after talking to Ataro, it seems that [http://www.amazon.com/Pok%C3%A9mon-Adventures-Black-White-Vol/dp/142155898X/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359917695&sr=1-6&keywords=pokemon+adventures the new one] is mostly likely the English version of the [[Pokémon Adventures volume 43|43rd volume]] and the new HGSS volume is probably the [[Pokémon Adventures volume 41|41st]], as you know. The problem is that we have a little to no info about the releases and 'no cover' makes it even harder to identify. I'll forward these to Zesty, just in case. Thanks again [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:23, 6 February 2013 (UTC)
::My guess is the same as yours and I also have the same concerns. While I think it is likely to be #43 and #41, it's so hard to know without a cover. I would guess VIZ Media doesn't want to release {{chap|HeartGold & SoulSilver}} with the name "Diamond, Pearl & Platinum" lol. For the Black and White one, while they've done the {{chap|Black & White}} in those mini-volumes, I guessed they might do them in compilations now that it's being published in collected volume format since there might be additional content. I've been sick the last couple days so I haven't been on the computer much but you could put it on Bulbanews yourself if you want, maybe use [http://bulbanews.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Template:Rumor Rumor template] on Bulbanews since it's mostly speculation, though it is on Amazon so some part of it is legit. That's my two cents anyway. [[Special:Contributions/Zesty Cactus|--]][[User:Zesty Cactus|'''Zesty''']][[User talk:Zesty Cactus|'''Cactus''']] 16:04, 9 February 2013 (UTC)

== Section for Challenge Mode teams in the [[Pokémon League (Unova)]] Article ==

The Challenge Mode teams for the Unova Elite 4 & Iris wont fit with everything else in the Unova Pokémon League page, so should there be a section called Pokémon League (Unova)/Black 2 and White 2 Challenge Mode or Pokémon League (Unova)/Black and White, putting the BW teams there and having the Easy/Normal & Challenge B2W2 teams on the regular page? [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 18:38, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
:Thanks for bringing it up. BW and B2W2 Normal Mode teams are staying on the main article and the Challenge Mode teams have been added to a [[Pokémon League (Unova)/Challenge Mode|new sub-page]]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 21:22, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
::Thank you, Adyniz! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 21:56, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
:::Hey, again. Sorry to bug you but, the teams in the regular article are only Normal Mode. Putting in Easy Mode just barely doesn't fit (tried it and it doesn't work). What should be done? Should the Challenge Mode section be reserved for the BW teams instead or have a whole article for BW and a whole article for B2W2, similarly to Unova's Victory Road? [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 12:15, 24 February 2013 (UTC)
::::I'm confused. Sorry but aren't Easy and Normal Modes the same? Also, which article are you referring to? I haven't gotten much far in the game and the Unova E4 articles refer to them as "Easy Mode/Normal Mode", which lead me to think that they are the same thing. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:26, 24 February 2013 (UTC)
:::::Easy/Normal Mode have the same Pokémon & movesets, but different levels and money earned from victory (the individual pages of the Unova E4 & Iris have been updated to have Easy/Normal Mode and I tried putting those in instead of just the regular Initial Battle, but it doesn't fit, for some reason). By what article am I referring to, do you mean when I said BW & B2W2 should have their own articles? Sorry that this is getting a bit confusing, but hopefully it can all be worked out quickly! [[User:Torpoleon|Torpoleon]] ([[User talk:Torpoleon|talk]]) 21:48, 24 February 2013 (UTC)

== HD Anime Images ==
Hey Adyniz, Masatoshi says you know how to get HD pictures for the anime. Could you please tell me? Because most of the pictures I upload are reverted. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 03:22, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:{{ut|Adyniz/Archive 3#Screenshots|Here}}. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:13, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks, but where do I go to get the thread? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 12:20, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:::The current 'general' anime thread is [http://toro.2ch.net/test/read.cgi/anime/1362838917/ this one]. As for the specific episode thread, one of the users usually posts the link in the general thread [http://archive.2ch-ranking.net/anime/1362628261.html#38 right before] the episode's airing. For example, [http://blog.livedoor.jp/pokemato/archives/25353101.html BW116 thread]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:38, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
::::Thanks. How would I find threads for previously aired episodes? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 20:42, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::Google. They follow the same pattern for the titles of the episode threads. As for the really old ones, I am sorry but I don't think there is an index available for them. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 11:03, 12 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::Thanks. Now none of my images will be reverted. And by the way, sorry about giving you and Masatoshi a hard time with Ash's Pignite. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 18:32, 12 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::Hey Adyniz, Google isn't working. I still can't find threads for any other episodes other than the one you sent me for BW116. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 02:33, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::Same goes for me. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 02:50, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::Try searching '''ポケットモンスターBW シーズン2 第33話'''. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:52, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::::It says "this thread has been stored in a warehouse past log". Maybe they delete the threads come a while after they air? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 11:03, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::There are usually multiple links available (I don't really know the complete system). For example, the Toro links usually get archived while the logosoku threads keep their posts. [http://www.logsoku.com/r/livetx/1363243979/ Here] is the [http://blog.livedoor.jp/pokemato/archives/25615424.html BW117 thread]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:13, 15 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::::::It seems like you know how to get the threads. Could I just ask you to send me the link to the thread whenever I need it? Don't worry, I won't go "{{p|Ferrothorn|Nutreyz}}"..... :> [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 13:16, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::::I do not have a problem with that, but I am usually busy with other stuff on the working days. So, I may not be able to respond right away. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:53, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
Alright, cool. It doesn't matter to me if you don't respond right away. Could you send me the BW107 thread? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 17:38, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
:[http://www.pokemon-matome.com/archives/21431795.html BW107] thread. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:16, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks, Adyniz. What I am really looking for is a better image for Ash's Oshawott, but the images in this thread are too big. Do you know if there are any threads with 1280x720 images of Oshawott? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 01:55, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
:::No, I do not. In my opinion, Oshawott doesn't need a new header, the current header image is fine. Same goes for Snivy and the rest of Ash's "in-rotation" party. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 03:30, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
::::Except for Oshawott, I think everyone else's headers are fine. However, in Oshawott's current header, his scalchop is too big. That's why I want to replace it. There is a perfect image in of Oshawott in the BW107 thread, but the images are too big. [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 17:47, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::It is a close-up shot, that is why it looks big. Overall, the image is fine for now. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:08, 18 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::Hey Adyniz, could you please send me the BW106 and BW108 threads from 2ch? [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 13:34, 20 March 2013 (UTC)
:::::::[http://manaduru3.blog24.fc2.com/blog-entry-1029.html BW106] and [http://manaduru3.blog24.fc2.com/blog-entry-1033.html BW108]. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)
::::::::Thanks dude! [[Special:Contributions/Mikoro|the great]] [[User:Mikoro|MIKORO]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|talk to me]]) 01:30, 27 March 2013 (UTC)

==I'm Here==
Hey! Ady sorry I could not help you two years back due to heavy school work, now I'm gonna make that page for sure. Check it out I've already done the job for one season, I'll complete it within some 2-3 months. [[User:Ganesha27|Ganesha27]] ([[User talk:Ganesha27|talk]]) 20:03, 18 March 2013 (UTC)
:Keep up the good work. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)

== hello ==
Adyniz aap pokemon india ke facebook page par bhi thee na kya aapko pata hai pokemon india mai wapas aa chuka hai .adyniz maine
abhi abhi edit karna shuru kiya hai mujhe yeh poochna tha ki south asia se bulbapedia mai kitne editor hai
aur yeh bhi poochna tha ki mera userpage kaise active hogo please reply karna mera naam viv hai
:Han, mujhe pata hai k wo ab wapis achuka hai. Bulbapedia pe around 10 users hongay South Asia se, sirf ek tukka h, paka nahein keh sakta. Userpage active kerne k liye apko kuch articles ko edit kerna hoga. Kuch actual edits kernay ke baad aap autoconfirm hojaogay, aur us ke baad aap apna userpage edit ker sakte ho. Agar kuch aur information chahiye is ke baaray men to aap {{bp|Autoconfirmed users|ye article}} visit karo. Koi aur help chahiye to let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:17, 26 March 2013 (UTC)
Thank you
--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:03, 27 March 2013 (UTC)

== CAN I HELP ==
adyniz can I help ganesh 27 in writing pokemon hindi themes?Adyniz aap reply zaroor karna aur mai achhe se hindi themes likhoonga. --[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:31, 8 April 2013 (UTC)
: @Ganesha27 actually, Ady isn't a native speaker of hindi, so agar aapko hindi ke baare me kuch bhi puchna hai toh, aap mujhse puch sakte ho :P Always ready to help :) [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 20:49, 5 April 2013 (UTC)
: '''Correction:''' @Viv :P [[User:Poke.geek|'''P''']][[User talk:Poke.geek|'''okége''']][[Special:Contributions/Poke.geek|'''ek''']] 21:13, 5 April 2013 (UTC)

== N in anime ==

Who are the Pokémon {{an|N}} befriended in [[BW118]]? I tried writing this on N's talk page but I didn't get an official response for a while. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 21:23, 14 April 2013 (UTC)
:Sorry but lately, I haven't been following the anime properly. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)
::Ok. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 19:43, 7 May 2013 (UTC)

== Specific Permissions ==

Hey Adyniz! Your the first person I'm going to ask because I can't find the answer otherwise. I may be going to write a book and while I'm not planning to use ANY of the info on this site, I need to know if there is any permission to copy and use any photos on this website. I have done research through different resources and found you can copy and use any photos on websites that grant permission to that sort of thing with no cost. Wikipedia is one example, you can copy and use any photos from there. Since Bulbapedia is vary close to a version of Wikipedia, but much better, I thought that the same thing applied to hear as well. That's all I need an answer on. Thanks. {{unsigned|Nicksamphibians}}
:Apologies for replying so late. The thing is, you would fall foul of our license for anything that we are not just using as fair use ourselves. And the stuff that we are using as fair use, most of that you would need a license from Nintendo to use in any great capacity if you are selling that. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)

== pokemon ==
pokemon no longer on catoon network? {{unsigned|Viv}}
:I have no idea. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 19:20, 7 May 2013 (UTC)
Pokémon black and white is now really late.....(anime)--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 10:16, 20 May 2013 (UTC)

== Pokémon V-Trainer ==

Hey, I was working on the [[Pokémon V-Trainer]] article, but the thing is, I'm having a hard time figuring out if there's nothing left to add or not. Do you know of any reliable sources that can help me with that? Because I can't find any. [[User:Pokedex493|Pokedex493]] ([[User talk:Pokedex493|talk]]) 06:03, 5 June 2013 (UTC)
:Sorry, I don't know any. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:22, 5 June 2013 (UTC)
Adyniz black and white is on Pogo only or oncn pak too?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:22, 11 June 2013 (UTC)

== Old Account ==
May I ask for my old account [[User:Jb28147]] to be blocked, as I don't use or plan to use that account anymore? Thanks. --[[User:Reshi643|Reshi643]] ([[User talk:Reshi643|talk]]) 18:22, 11 June 2013 (UTC)
:I'll look into it. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

== ask ==
Adyniz black and white is on Pogo only or oncn pak too?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:33, 17 June 2013 (UTC)
:No, it hasn't aired on CNP. For general chat purpose, you can contact users on the [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/ Bulbagarden forums]. Also, it is against the talk page policy to remove messages from the talk page. So, please do not undo any talk page message, unless there is a valid reason to do so. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

I undid it because you had not replied for many days and the day I deleted it you replied.Well Thanks for that!! --[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:23, 26 June 2013 (UTC)

== Template ==

Hi, yeah, thanks about the template. It actually is 'XY ready' color scheme wise, but it seems an XY scheme has yet to be added to the templates. --[[User:S2daam|--samm :)]] ([[User talk:S2daam|talk]]) 13:48, 21 July 2013 (UTC)
:I see, okay then. Keep up the good work :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 13:54, 21 July 2013 (UTC)

== Pokemon Merchandise Project ==

Kind of new to posting on Bulbapedia, so excuse me if I format something incorrectly here. I was wondering if I can help with the merch project. I have been a collector for years and run a website that sells Pokemon Center plush toys and Pokedolls. I feel I can contribute quite a bit about the plush toy brands and lines. I know a little about each figure brand, and have a general knowledge of almost all the areas of merchandise, but my area of expertise is definitely the plush toys (pokemon center, Banpresto, Pokedoll, takaratomy, ect.).

I have referenced Bulbapedia for years now and I would really like to be able to contribute something to it. So please let me know if you think I can be of some use to you guys! :)
[[User:Pokabubu|Pokabubu]] ([[User talk:Pokabubu|talk]]) 22:18, 27 July 2013 (UTC) Pokabubu
:Sure, we can use your help. You can refer to {{bp|Project Merchandise|the project page}}, [[:Category:Merchandise|the respective category]], the {{bp|Project Merchandise/Lists|lists}}. As for the Plush toys, we have [[:Category:Plush toys|this]]. I would also suggest you to visit the [[Pokémon merchandise]] article. If you think an article needs work or if it is missing, please feel free to work on it. Since you are a new user, you won't be able to create an article at the moment, you can still edit the articles though. So, if you want to start working on a new article, let me know. I can create one for you and then you can do your work. If you have any questions, let me know. Have a nice day! :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 23:27, 27 July 2013 (UTC)

Oh wow, I see that there is quite a bit I can do. There are actually quite a few huge brands not listed - Banpresto (there are probably around a 1,000+ banpresto plush toys), Takaratomy, Pokemon Center, Jakks Pacific, Toy Factory, to name a few. If possible, I would like to start with an article for "Toy Factory", since that would probably be the easiest and I could learn some things while working on it. I do understand that this probably isn't the highest priority for Bulbapedia, so please feel free to take your time when responding. :)[[User:Pokabubu|Pokabubu]] ([[User talk:Pokabubu|talk]]) 10:25, 16 August 2013 (UTC)
:[[Takara Tomy]], [[Pokémon Center (store)]] and [[Jakks Pacific]] already have articles, feel free to work on them if you want. And here is the [[Toy Factory]] article that you asked for, the stage is yours now. Don't forget to use the preview button when working on it and save your edit when you are done with it. One more thing, when you are working on the article and want to avoid the edit conflict, use the <nowiki>{{inuse}}</nowiki> template on top of the page and remove it from the page once you are done with it. Have a nice day :) [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 12:52, 23 August 2013 (UTC)

== News ==
Hi, Adyniz belated id mubarak. I wanna say that I live in India and there was an ad of [[wp:Pav Bhaji|Pav Bhaji]] masala in which a boy was wearing a Tee shirt having Pikachu drawn on it I can list this on Pokémon in popular culture--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:51, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
:I am not so sure. It seems minor as compared to the others mentioned in the article. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:22, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
But why then can i mention that Pikachu, Snivy , Tepig ,Oshawott [[wp:Rakshabandhan|Rakhi]] are available in India I have one too I can show that video of that Rakhi too you, by the way rakhi is a band that sisters tie on their brother's hand on Rakshabandhan can I mention on merchandise. here's the [http://youtu.be/Uhhdbdc4SNI video]--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 10:41, 14 August 2013 (UTC)
:Yeah, I know about the Rakshabandhan. I think [[Pokémon in South Asia#Pokémon merchandise|this]] would be the appropriate place for the Rakhi info. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:58, 14 August 2013 (UTC)

== Dubbing ==
Adyniz I'm putting all the Hindi names of Pokémon moves and abilities regularly, and every Black and White episode's Hindi title. By this I thought to put all the Hindi title of every episode till now I have completed EP02 - EP012 and randomly some episodes of diamond and pearl series I need help of any one else to complete this task. By the time side by side all black and white episode titles, places , moves and abilities I will put and side by side as well as earlier episode titles as far as name of move prior to gen v many moves have Hindi already written and rest I'll try too write . So, can you tell me a person speaking Hindi/Urdu to help me out?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 07:56, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
:You should have asked before doing so. We only add those episode titles which have been officially confirmed/actually used in the Hindi dub. As far as I know, they have never translated an episode title before BW. Therefore, the Hindi names of the episodes should not be added to any of the non-BW episode articles. Same goes for the abilities, moves and places. If they have been given a Hindi name in the anime, then it is fine but please do not translate them on your own, since it is against Bulbapedia's policy. I would suggest you to undo the respective edits that you have recently made. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 11:02, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
::Adyniz I have NEVER done any translation . Please before saying something like this to some one you should be sure and as far as I know I have been watching the anime from starting and NOT all but some alternate are give dub titles if you want reference see this and I NEVER add false information, have a look I'm giving you link for EP04-EP06 . LISTEN THE TITLES SPOKEN IN HINDI!
EP04-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-4.html here]
EP05-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-5.html here]
EP06-[http://desianime.blogspot.in/2012/08/pokemon-indigo-league-hindi-episode-6.html here]

More episodes you can watch there. Forgive me if I was too rude. Thanks for even listening to me!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:35, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
:::I am positive that they have re-recorded some of the lines for the reruns. I strictly remember that they never used a single Hindi translated title during the original airings of any season prior to BW. I apologize if you were offended, but it is one of my responsibilities to make sure that we have authentic information. Considering [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=BW008&diff=prev&oldid=1936378 this translation] was not completely correct and some other translations had minor errors, I had to make sure. Regarding the Hindi episode titles, as I mentioned in the earlier message, if you have it confirmed that a title has been translated in Hindi, feel free to add it but it would be helpful if the source is mentioned in the edit summary, so that it is easier for us to verify. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 17:28, 15 August 2013 (UTC)
Common man that edit was just a mistake in listening I did not watch it on net I always watch it on T.V and directly add you see out of 36 black and white telecasted in India I guess 32 titles would have been provided by me and IF one or two listening errors are there I think you should not react like that Remember I am a human and as far as re-recording is concerned I have a real proof for it that is my mind that in the first season almost every episode had a title I can say this because I am watching it from the first episode in the original order , only because I came to the net world late I have not contributed to Pokémon in south Asia from starting--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:19, 16 August 2013 (UTC)

== Suggestion: Strategies ==

Hello Adyniz, I come to you with a suggestion, a rather ambitious and large one so sit back, grab your tea and get ready to read because it's going to be a long post.

'''Overview:'''

As a frequent and old Pokémon player I regularly find the need to search for the best way to raise my Pokémon, which Pokémon are the best to catch, and after having them, how can I maximize the potential of each and every Pokémon in my team. As you clearly know, there is no information on Bulbapedia (except for some stats, abilities and natures, but nothing indicative of a potential "best" situation) regarding this matter. Therefore, I wish to make a proposition so we can fulfill this niche of players who look to find the best way to make their team the most powerful one, or just to help guide the average player with his playing experience in order to avoid some frustration as to why his Pokémon aren't performing in up top shape. To serve this purpose I'm going to make two suggestions: the first one would be a simple short version of what a possible best strategy could be; and the second one would be a sort of in-depth guide for the training on each individual Pokémon. Now on to the suggestions!

:'''Disclaimer:''' (should be written and applied in all suggestions)

These builds and strategies are all but mere suggestions to serve as a guide for the average player who may struggle with the use of his Pokémon or simply to allow
them to learn more about how to unlock the true potential of each Pokémon. It is not meant for the player to be forced to take this path. The player should choose, by himself, which is the best way to raise his Pokémon.

:'''''First Suggestion - Recommended Strategy'''''

Objective - Serves as a quick go-to guide for the overall best strategy for a specific Pokémon.

''Example'':

{{Pokémon
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=100
|game=HeartGold and SoulSilver
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|held=Leftovers
|ability=Multiscale
|move1=ExtremeSpeed|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Outrage|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Dragon Dance|move3type=Dragon|move3cat=Status
|move4=Waterfall|move4type=Water|move4cat=Physical}}

''EVs and Nature:''

EVs: 252 Attack / 4 Speed / 252 Special
Nature: Adamant (+Attack, -Special Attack)

These EVs are completely focused on hard hitting targets, with a maximized Attack and Special Attack stats as it will guarantee a clear sweep which will continue to improve with each successful Dragon Dance.

See [[EV]] and [[List of Pokémon by effort value yield]] for more information on how to raise your Pokémon stats (alternatively it would be a good idea to make a page dedicated just to how to train your Pokémon's EV and how Natures affect your Pokémon, etc etc etc).

''Strategy:''

The strategy is as simples as follows:

* Keep using Dragon Dance whenever the opponent opens up a window of opportunity;
* Hit them straight in the face with whichever move is the best against that Pokémon, otherwise stick to Outrage;
* Use Extremespeed as a finisher;

Optionally, the use of Earthquake against teams who use Steel, Poison or Fire Pokémon has proven very effective. Roost is also
a good move if the player wishes to make the most out of Multiscale.

:'''''Second Suggestion - In-depth Guide'''''

Objective - Provide a complete in-depth competitive strategy giving the most important information and explanations about which build to choose for the specific Pokémon. As we know the competitive scene always brings out the best in the meta of every game, so to dedicate a page to strategies of the current metagame could greatly serve and help anyone who is looking for the best of the best.

''Example''

::'''Pokémon'''

*Name: Dragonite
*Index: 149
*First Type: Dragon
*Second Type: Flying
*Species: Dragon Pokémon
*Ability: Multiscale or Inner Focus

(tip: a box specific for this idea would be nice, I couldn't find one)

::'''Strategy Name: '''Physical Attacker
*Held Item: Haban Berry / Leftovers
*Abilty: Multiscale
*Nature: Adamant

::'''EV:'''
* 204 HP
* 252 Attack
* 52 Special Attack

::'''Moveset'''
* Dragon Claw
* Extremespeed
* Fire Punch
* Protect

::'''Strategy'''

This is the standard Dragonite set. Dragon Claw is Dragonite's main move, as it gets the STAB boost and is only resisted by Steel-types. Fire Punch provides nice coverage along with Dragon Claw, hitting Abomasnow and Steel-types for super effective damage. However, it should be noted that despite being super effective, Fire Punch won't do over 50% to max HP Metagross. ExtremeSpeed will allow Dragonite to strike first, moving even before all other priority attacks bar Fake Out. Protect is a staple for most Pokemon in VGC, and can also be used in sync with Leftovers to help restore HP each turn.

The 204 HP EVs allow Dragonite to always survive Life Orb Latios's Draco Meteor, and also gives it maximum Leftovers recovery and good bulk. The 52 Speed EVs let Dragonite outrun minimum speed Rotom-A. The rest of the EVs are put into Attack. An Adamant nature allows Dragonite to deal as much damage as possible, while Leftovers is used to restore some HP each turn, which might allow multiple usage of Multiscale. Haban Berry, however, lets Dragonite survive a Dragon Gem Latios's Draco Meteor, which it cannot do with just Multiscale.

As for teammates, Ground-types such as Krookodile can work well as Dragonite is immune to their Earthquake. Scrafty is a handy partner as it has Fake Out to help Dragonite preserve Mutiscale for a turn. Its STAB attacks are also super effective against Abomasnow and Latios, Dragonite's two main counters. Either Politoed or Ninetales can also be used to get rid of opposing sandstorm and hail if needed, as both of these weathers will break Dragonite's Multiscale. [http://www.smogon.com/bw/pokemon/dragonite/vgc2012 Taken from Smogon University] (I am aware that we shouldn't provide content from other websites without asking their permission but I don't have the enough experience to write a full on strategy by myself, I merely wanted to use this as an example, I understand if you have to remove this and if I would have to be scolded for putting this here)

'''Important side note:''' all of this information should be backed with a link to a page explaining how to evolve your Pokémon to raise their EVs this way, why and what natures affect what stats, what Pokémon to fight against if you want to have the best stats raised, how to catch Pokérus to further your stat evolution, the use of Vitamins in EVs, training with Macho Brace and the remaining factors that can boost the stats of the Pokémon.

''Secondary side note:'' As you can see the difference between this guide and the first guide is that the first guide should provide a more comprehensive and simple way for anyone to build their Pokémon in a specific powerful way, while the second one should be an all-out strategy taking the most important factors into consideration on the current metagame.

'''Pros and Cons of these suggestions:'''

Pros - the first suggestion is quick, succinct, easy to read and understandable, every build shouldn't be bigger than that, and the idea is that anyone can easily shortcut it's ways through the menu and quickly understand one of the best builds for Dragonite (in its page). The second suggestion should have a page completely dedicated to it and should serve as a complete in-depth guide of how to build a specific Pokémon. If we display several strategies while backing up that information with each and every VGC (and other important tournaments), this solves the subjective con since we could 100% base ourselves on real strategies used in real life tournaments and place them there for anyone to learn.

Cons - subjectiveness, my idea of "best build" can differ from the next guy, so this can be a problem in the sense that will probably generate a lot of discussion and to ascertain a common "best build" amongst the community could be very hard. This would require a change in each and every Pokémon page to grant a strategy to each one of it, or would require the creation of 600+ pages for in-depth guides in each Pokémon page. Either one of those are obviously time consuming. Another added con is that all of this information is very volatile as it can change from generation to generation with stats/abilities/move updates and new moves coming in to the game, requiring constant maintenance with each generation.

Presented Solutions - create a best strategy contest! This contest should be held weekly with different Pokémons each week, allowing for the community to pitch in their very own version of what the best strategy is while in the meantime allowing anyone who visits Bulbapedia to vote on what the best strategy is. At the end of the week the contest closes and the best strategy is posted on the Pokémon page crediting the user who entered the strategy. This could entice the community in to sharing ideas between them and would definitely bring more people in so they could place their own strategies for everyone to see. This solution could be made on the Bulbapedia page, or have a part of the forum dedicated to it. It could also be applied to any of the two suggestions I made.

'''Conclusion'''

I understand that overall this is a very, very hard and ambitious project for the whole Bulbapedia, with new games coming up every year, with new Anime and new Manga out every month, there is a lot of information that needs to be reviewed and constantly updated. Even after all these years the to-do list for Bulbapedia is huge and there's always some things that were left out that could have been done in a better fashion, hence my fear that making this could be a bite bigger than Bulbapedia can chew, and so I am ready to accept the fact that this suggestion will, most possibly, be discarded and forgotten as certainly there are other things waiting to be done and reserved for the future of Bulbapedia. To finish this massive wall of text, I just want to thank you for your patience and attention given in reading all this, I am very sorry that it had to came out this long, and I wish to point out that all I ever wanted was to provide a new perspective, a competitive perspective even, a new way for Bulbapedia to improve and become a better place for everyone. However, I didn't want to do it without having my opinions properly backed up.

: I only realized now that I was asking this to the wrong person since you're the deputy editor in chief for the Bulbanews and not actually Bulbagarden... I feel terrible for this mistake, and I'm sorry if I wasted any of your time, I'll copy paste this suggestion to Kogoro, she was the person I meant to send this information in the first place... If you want you can delete this whole section. I'm so sorry. ----[[User:EtherealAether|EtherealAether]] ''([[User talk:EtherealAether|talk]])'' 16:32, 29 August 2013 (UTC)
::No, that's alright and I apologize for the very late reply. I discussed it with some of the other staff members. We appreciate your effort but the thing is Bulbapedia is an encyclopedia and the stuff that you have explained above would be rather suitable for a strategy wiki. I have noticed that you have dropped this same message on Kogoro's talk page, she might explain it in a better way. Again, apologies for the late reply. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 16:44, 29 August 2013 (UTC)

== Account ==
My little brother also wants to contribute to Bulbapedia with his own account, he regularly contributes through my account but now he wants his own but the problem is he will use this computer only, I mean to say Bulbapedia will consider it a Sockpuppet can Bulbapedia allow to create an account if you allow thank you other wise well no problem--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 18:02, 25 August 2013 (UTC)
:I will forward your request to the higher ups. If anything comes up, I'll let you know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 18:08, 25 August 2013 (UTC)
::Go ahead, your brother can make his own account. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 06:11, 26 August 2013 (UTC)
Okay Thank You very much!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 12:41, 26 August 2013 (UTC)

Thanks Adyniz, I'm his brother --[[User:SachinTendulkaristhebest|SachinTendulkaristhebest]] ([[User talk:SachinTendulkaristhebest|talk]]) 12:52, 26 August 2013 (UTC)

== Upload file ==

Could you upload [Link removed] file to the [[National Pokedex]] page. It will be a great help for viewers.[[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 14:12, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

:PikaTepig999 we do NOT steal anything from anywhere, BY THE way they steal from us, they will always stay inferior to us. So please don't break that trend....--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:48, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

::PikaTepig999, thanks for the suggestion. It has been added to the article. I haven't used Pokémon Wikia's image though, because it is always nice if we can get [[a:File:Online English Pokédex.png|our own image]] rather than using their's or someone else's for that matter.
::Viv, that was a bit uncalled for. Also, I would appreciate it if I could respond for myself. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:43, 30 August 2013 (UTC)

:::Sorry about that Adyniz, but I get really frustrated when someone mentions Pokémon Wikia because I have seen in many of the pages that the content is stolen--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 06:31, 31 August 2013 (UTC)

::::THE IMAGE was created by ME in Windows Paint. At first I was unfamiliar to Bulbapedia.So i used to refer to that wiki. But then i found out about Bulbapedia and switched to it. Thanks for uploading the file. [[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 11:04, 31 August 2013 (UTC)

== Re:Code of Conduct ==

Hi there Adyniz, mere bhai ne jo bhi likha tha uska woh matlab bilkul nahi tha bus woh Bulbapedia ke strict rules, se thoda chhid gaya tha, woh kabhi kissi ko bura nahi keta aur uska really woh matlab nahi tha (And I really mean it) he is ''very'' '''sorry''' for that--[[User:SachinTendulkaristhebest|SachinTendulkaristhebest]] ([[User talk:SachinTendulkaristhebest|talk]]) 12:50, 7 September 2013 (UTC)

== Help ==

Hi Adyniz, could you tell me if we can use our bulbapedia account for other sections of BulbaGarden like Bulbasaur's Mysterious Garden ƒorums, BulbaNews,Archives etc. ?
When i visited these sites i could not log in by my bulbapedia account.
[[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 09:51, 14 September 2013 (UTC)
:You can use the same account on all three wikis (Bulbapedia, Archives and News). In order to do that, you will have to go to your [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Special:Preferences preferences] on Bulbapedia (the 'preferences' button on top, in between the 'talk' and 'watchlist' button). There, you will see a link which says "Manage your global account", click on it. You will get a "Login unification complete!" message. After you are done with it, try logging in on the Archives and Bulbanews, it should be working fine, if the account has been merged successfully. You can confirm it by revisiting the "preferences" on any of the Wikis and look for the note ''below'' "Global account status: All in order!". It should say "Your account is active on '''3''' project sites".
:As for the forums, you will have to [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/register.php make a separate account]. You can use the same Wiki username but that account will not be a part of the global wiki account. Take your time, read it carefully and then proceed. If you have any questions, let me know. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:29, 14 September 2013 (UTC)
::Thanks for the help [[User:PikaTepig999|PikaTepig999]] ([[User talk:PikaTepig999|talk]]) 09:59, 15 September 2013 (UTC)

== Summary ==
I don't get what is the meaning of SLV you mentioned in [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Pok%C3%A9mon_in_South_Asia&diff=1969704&oldid=1965248 this] summary.--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:48, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

One more thing how may I ask something on Forums, means that where can I bring up a new question from my side on Forums! Man yeh forums bahut confusing hai!!!!!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:53, 23 September 2013 (UTC)
:SLV = '''S'''innoh '''L'''eague '''V'''ictors.
:It depends on the nature of your question. If it is wiki-related, then you can bring it [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f195/ in the respective section]. If it is somet--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 15:05, 24 October 2013 (UTC)hing forum-related, then [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f469/ here]. And if you want to introduce yourself then [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f223/ this] is the place to go to. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:42, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

::Thanks a lot Adyniz for the help!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:11, 23 September 2013 (UTC)

== Message to you ==

Hello Adyniz.I sent a message to you from DPF.Since you are logged in here most of time so I thought it would be good to hint you about it.Don't wanna tell about message.Do read your self.--[[User:Monfernape|Monfernape]] ([[User talk:Monfernape|talk]]) 15:20, 29 September 2013 (UTC)

Okay again replied.--[[User:Monfernape|Monfernape]] ([[User talk:Monfernape|talk]]) 08:50, 30 September 2013 (UTC)

== Problem ==
Hi adyniz please help me I'm not getting {{p|Heliolisk}} {{p|Helioptile}}, pages right I put the TM's/HM's in it but as you can see there's some kinda problem in the format I guess?!--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:42, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
:Fixed. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 14:52, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
::ThAnKs!(Oh! THat FoOtER!)--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 14:54, 24 October 2013 (UTC)

== Suggestion ==
I know currently it's the Pokémon X & Y rush, but after it's over I have a suggestion for Bulbapedia that Pokémon's Cry's audio should be put up on it's page don't you think maine ye bahut saari sites per dekha hai. --[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 15:05, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
:It has been brought up a couple of times before, if I remember correctly. It would not be a wise idea to add the audio files. Mainly because, unlike images, the audio can easily cause a major copyright infringement issue. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 15:46, 24 October 2013 (UTC)

== Archives still protected and uploading is locked ==
Hello. The Achives are still protected due of preparing X & Y games, but they're out already and they should be unprotected sooner or later. I can't upload or edit on Archives because of that, so I must to 1st November before everything will go fine. I takled to Kogoro about unprotecting them, but he's not responding at all. Everyone had talked to him, but nothing happened. Do you have an idea what to do in this situation? Pikachu65 08:42, 28 October 2013 (UTC)
:{{ut|Kogoro#Image protection|Kogoro's reply}}. I guess you didn't check the {{bp|staff|staff page}}, she [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Bulbapedia:Staff&diff=1985572&oldid=1980312 announced her hiatus before leaving]. She is [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Bulbapedia:Staff&curid=102248&diff=1996905&oldid=1990842 back] now. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 10:05, 28 October 2013 (UTC)
Thanks, pal! Pikachu65 10:33, 28 October 2013 (UTC)

== Ash's legs error ==

The dust effect appears to be in front of Ash and the line where his legs are cut off is too straight, so it doesn't seem like part of the dust effect to me. And, as you said, this is the only frame showing the lowest part of Ash's legs, hence why I'm pretty sure it's an error. The animators probably drew only the upper part of Ash's body for that scene, and when adding a shaking effect to the camera, they slipped up and placed the "camera" below the drawing of Ash they had. It's similar to [[a:File:BW124 error.png|the error in BW124]] where the camera is located to the right of the drawing of the grass, and while I can't come up with specific examples, I've already seen errors like this in animation when the camera shakes. --[[User:Gabo 2oo|Gabo 2oo]] ([[User talk:Gabo 2oo|talk]]) 21:31, 9 November 2013 (UTC)
:Hmm... Can't say that I disagree with you, but I don't have a definite nod either. I guess indifferent would be the correct word here. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 04:32, 10 November 2013 (UTC)

== Contribution Page ==
Hi Adyniz, when I opened by contribution's page, along side some contributions I saw a this written ---> '''current'''. Why's this? . I have never noticed this before..!?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 07:59, 19 November 2013 (UTC)
:It shows [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=XY004&diff=2015942&oldid=2000845 the difference] between the particular revision that you chose and the current version of the article. By current version, I mean the most recent revision/edit done on that article. [[User:Adyniz|'''Adyniz''']] — [[User talk:Adyniz|'''Wanna talk?''']] 08:07, 19 November 2013 (UTC)
::Thank a lot!{{unsigned|Viv}}

User:`Dawn

2014-02-12T15:47:52Z

`Dawn: /* Intro */

User:`Dawn

2014-02-12T15:23:05Z

`Dawn: /* Intro */

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Hey, I'm User 'Dawn. I joined Bulbapedia on 18 March 2013. I am an Autoconfirmed user. I expertize in the field of anime and manga though I mainly focus on charachters.

== Contibutions ==

:{{an|Dawn}}
:[[Misty's Psyduck]]
:{{adv|Platinum}}
:''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''

Dawn (anime)

2013-07-06T05:08:17Z

`Dawn: /* Character */

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'''Dawn''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリ''' ''Hikari'') is a ten-year-old [[Pokémon Coordinator]] and a former {{ashfr|traveling companion}} of {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}. Her goal is to become a great [[Pokémon Coordinator]] like her [[mom#In the anime|mother]], [[Johanna]]. Her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was a {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} that she received from [[Professor Rowan]] in the [[DP001|first ''Diamond & Pearl'' series episode]].

==History==
===In the ''Diamond & Pearl'' series===
[[File:Dawn_Anime.png|thumb|left|150px|Dawn in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Dawn began her [[Pokémon journey]] with an overconfident {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. She wasn't able to gain his trust at first, but after rescuing him from a group of {{p|Ariados}}, the two became friends. Unlike {{an|May}}, she knew from the beginning that she wanted to follow in her mother's footsteps and be a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. After meeting {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}, she decided to journey with them, as their experience would likely be helpful to her. Like Ash, she is lucky enough to have seen a [[legendary Pokémon]] at the start of her journey, the projected soul of {{p|Mesprit}} in ''[[DP001|Following A Maiden's Voyage!]]''.

[[File:DP001.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's debut appearance]]
She had a [[bicycle]], but like {{an|Misty}}'s and {{an|May}}'s bikes, [[Ash's Pikachu]] destroyed it with his {{m|Thunderbolt}}. However, she did not mention this to Ash until more than thirty episodes after it happened. She also had planned to take a large suitcase full of dresses with her, but her mother made her leave it at home due to its impracticality. She had a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]], and her Contest cry is "Spotlight!" (English) or "Charm up!" (Japanese). Johanna gave Dawn the first [[Ribbon]] she earned as a Coordinator for good luck.

Dawn lost her first {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]'' to her new [[rival]] Zoey, who became one of her close friends after the Contest and who later helped Dawn through many tough times. After her loss, her mother told her not to rely on her but on her friends. Eventually, in her [[DP027|second official Contest]], Dawn narrowly beat her childhood rival {{si|Kenny}} to gain her first [[Ribbon]].

[[File:DP012.png|thumb|200px|Dawn and Zoey]]
She later trains with Zoey in coming up with different Contest moves regularly as evidenced by ''[[DP041|A Stand-Up Sit-Down!]]''. However she was not able to perfect {{AP|Buizel}}'s [[Ash's Buizel#Moves improvised|Ice Aqua Jet]] despite coming up with the idea. Ash later accomplishes this in the [[Wallace Cup]].

Despite her confidence and Contest training, in ''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]'', when she competed in the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she lost in the Appeals Round, making her the first of the main characters to lose a Contest by losing in the first round. In ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', she lost the Appeals Round for the second time in a row. This marked a notable change in Dawn's character. After the second blow to her self-esteem, she didn't know what to do and was still very upset throughout ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''. After this, she became more focused and regained her confidence after {{pkmn|battle|battling}} [[Maylene]] in ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''. She also began to practice in earnest for all her Contest's [[appeal|performances]] and [[Contest Battle|battles]]. Following [[Zoey]]'s advice to show off the Pokémon and not its moves, Dawn was able to pass through the first round in the [[Wallace Cup]] and eventually break her losing streak by narrowly defeating {{an|May}} in the final round of the competition in ''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]''. Dawn has since maintained her new found focus and humility.

[[File:DP067.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's Gym battle]]
After learning of the next Contest in [[Celestic Town]], she became very dedicated in her training, and actually overworked her Pokémon in ''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!]]''. Due to her hard work, she managed to win the Contest in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''. One of Dawn's [[Contest combination|combinations]] in that Contest gave {{Ash}} the inspiration for one of his notable tactics which he uses later on, the [[Counter Shield]]. In ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'', her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} began to disobey her after [[Evolution|evolving]]. Despite this, she was still eager to train it well.

This was evidenced by how much she cared for Mamoswine in ''[[DP119|Trials and Adulations!]]'' when both of them got lost and Mamoswine was injured. Using the medical knowledge she got from {{an|Brock}} in ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', she was able to heal Mamoswine making it obey her. However it still rebels and disobeys Dawn in the finals of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success!]]'' due to its short temper making her lose the Contest. However she remains calm and optimistic.

Her encounter with {{an|Mesprit}} and Ash and Brock's encounters with {{an|Azelf}} and {{an|Uxie}} respectively was revealed to be fate as [[Team Galactic]] intended to capture the [[lake guardians]] to awaken {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} in the [[Spear Pillar]]. The lake guardians communicate telepathically with Ash, Dawn and Brock and teleport them to the [[Team Galactic HQ]]. Eventually with the help of [[Cynthia]], they foil Team Galactic's plans and free the lake guardians.

In ''[[DP155|Double-Time Battle Training!]]'', with the help of [[Candice]] and [[Zoey]], she comes up with a new tactic after many failed attempts, the Flame Ice. She uses this tactic later on in the [[Daybreak Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[File:Young Dawn.png|thumb|200px|Young Dawn]]
While she is the only female main character not to have a sibling, she has two childhood friends that appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}, {{si|Kenny}} and [[Leona]], both of whom call her '''Dee Dee''' (Japanese: '''ピカリ''' ''Pikari''). Dawn has prevented them from telling Ash and Brock about the reason why she has this nickname, but in ''[[DP161|Yes in Dee Dee, It's Dawn!]]'', it was revealed that the reason for the name was due to her hair glittering (ピカピカ ''pikapika'') after being shocked by the class pets in her kindergarten, {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}, making it appear that she had '''D'''iamond '''D'''andruff. Due to the trauma from being teased by her entire class with the nickname, she has a certain fear of Plusle and Minun.

[[Ursula]] uses this against Dawn by using Plusle and Minun and deliberately attempting to shock her hair. Even though Dawn temporarily succumbed to her trauma, with Mamoswine's and Cyndaquil's encouragement, she was able to get over her trauma and defeat Ursula, winning her final fifth Ribbon in the process as well as allowing her to participate in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

She later trains in ''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher!]]'' where she comes up with a new tactic for the [[Grand Festival]], the Ice Chandelier. This time, however, she is able to perfect the move by herself with some inspiration. After obtaining {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}}, she trains with it to find a way around Togekiss's need to move gracefully and is able to do so successfully.

[[File:Poffin.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's poffins]]
Dawn entered the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] in ''[[DP174|Last Call — First Round!]]'', using her Buneary and Cyndaquil in the Appeals Round. She progressed through the round and battled [[Ursula]] first in [[DP175|the next episode]]. With Mamoswine and Pachirisu and her new combination, the Ice Chandelier, she was able to defeat [[Ursula's Gabite]] and {{p|Flareon}}. In the [[DP176|following episode]], she defeated [[Jessie|Jessilina]] and progressed to the [[DP177|finals]] to fight [[Zoey]].

After a very close fight between her Piplup and Togekiss and [[Zoey's Glameow]] and {{p|Gallade}}, however, she lost. After the finals, she returns her mother's Ribbon saying that she no longer is in her mother's shadow and only needs her Pokémon's care and support thus proving her growth as a Trainer.

After the competition, Zoey told Dawn that [[Candice]] was throwing a victory party for her in [[Snowpoint City]] and that Dawn was also welcome; however, Dawn declined the invitation, stating that she still wants to support Ash in his upcoming battle at [[Sunyshore Gym]] and in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. She then thanked all the Pokémon that had traveled with her through Sinnoh for their hard work and pledged to not give up her dream of being a {{DL|Grand Festival|Top Coordinator}}.

[[File:Dawn Cheer.png|thumb|200px|Dawn in her cheerleader outfit]]
After staying for Ash's Gym battle and the [[Sinnoh League]], she contemplates whether or not to go with Ash and Brock back to [[Kanto]]. However after receiving an invitation by [[Paris]] for her {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, she decides to stay in [[Sinnoh]]. She and Ash later share a final high-five as they did throughout the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} before Ash and Brock leave for Kanto.

After this, Dawn decided to spend some time at home before considering her next move and spent that time developing new Contest combinations. She also spent a lot of time working with Cyndaquil, and eventually decided to head for [[Hoenn]] next knowing that it was the region that Contests originated from and she was eager to hit the Contest trail again. However she was having trouble deciding which Pokémon to take with her and which to leave with [[Professor Rowan]]. Although she knew she would take Piplup, she couldn't decide on the others as she knew there was still a lot she could do with them. Eventually, after visiting Professor Rowan and having another incident with some {{p|Ariados}} (which caused Cyndaquil to [[Evolution|evolve]] into Quilava), Dawn decided to take all her Pokémon to [[Hoenn]] with her. Dawn soon left on her new adventure with her dream of becoming a Top Coordinator burning as bright as ever.

===In the ''Best Wishes'' series===

In ''[[BW085|All for the Love of Meloetta!]]'', it was revealed that Dawn had traveled to the [[Unova]] region and was staying in [[Cynthia]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]] while the champion was visiting [[Virbank City]]. She would return with Ash who Dawn got to reunite with and was able to meet his new friends, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}. Before coming to [[Undella Town]], Dawn had visited [[Nimbasa City]] where she watched a [[Pokémon Musical]] and one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. She also revealed that she would enter the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]]. She would later make it to [[BW091|Round 2]] before losing to Iris.

Later, in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', she announced her intention to head to [[Johto]] to compete in the Wallace Cup being held there. After semi-battling Ash, and saying their farewells, she and Piplup boarded the flight to [[Blackthorn City]].

==Character==
[[File:Ash and Dawn Arguing.png|thumb|right|250px|Dawn's temper]]
Dawn is notable for her confidence, since she is always looking towards the future rather than dwelling on her mistakes, although she has learned that this is not always enough. She is emotional and often cried in the beginning of her journey. Sometimes, to overcome her mistakes, she blames others though she usually afterwards confesses about her faults. In some of the contests, Dawn used to become nervous at the time she was to appear on the stage though it became scarce in further contests as she was used to them and was relatively more confident than before. In the starting, Dawn wasn't much good at finding how her Pokémon's health was though as she moved on on her journey, she became better at this. In the Japanese version, her catchphrase is, "{{tt|Daijōbu!|'It's fine!' or 'Don't worry!'}}" Although not consistently translated in the English dub at first, she began to regularly use "No need to worry!". In stark contrast to {{an|May}}'s inexperience and self-doubt at the start of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Dawn was overly confident and assured in her own strength in the beginning. She was able to regain her confidence herself after small losses like failing to catch a Pokémon but losing a contest meant too much to her though she was able to overcome this misery of her's as she continued in her journey.

Over the course of her journey in Sinnoh, Dawn was able to come up with various combinations to show up her Pokémon's looks and strength. This began with something as simple as making her Piplup's beak grow longer, when using {{m|Peck}}, a combination she used even until the end of the Grand Festival. She later followed with simple spinning, a technique her Piplup and Buneary practiced for a while in [[Oreburgh City]]. The way it was used was adapted by Ash in his first Gym battle in Sinnoh.

[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|left|250px|Dawn in her winter clothes]]
Later on, Dawn began with more complex combinations, such as Flame Ice and Ice Chandelier, moves that were both powerful and beautiful. After a lot of practice, Dawn's Pokémon were able to master these combinations in battle. Coincidentally, both of these were used to defeat [[Ursula]].

Dawn is very different than Ash's {{ashfr|other friends}}. Dawn has more concern about her appearance, as she will not show herself to Ash or Brock until she feels that her appearance is perfect. That may be a reason why she decides to sleep inside a tent while the others sleep outside. However, she has recently been seen sleeping outside with the others, such as in ''[[DP053|Tears for Fears!]]''. She keeps up to date with fashion and popular trends such as the Pokétch. Every time she's going to be on camera, she needs to take a moment to brush her hair before going on, such as in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''. Sometimes, when she gets nervous, she is unable to do the simplest of the things like combing her hair and holding a Poké Ball.

In ''[[DP070|The Bells Are Singing!]]'', Dawn revealed that she was the one to design {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest (but also admitted that her mother was the one to sew it). In ''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'', she demonstrated her talent for designing again, sketching many different dresses for the [[Hearthome Collection]], though she rejected all of them.
{{-}}

==Pokémon==
[[File:Dawn Party.png‎|thumb|250px|Dawn's current party]]
Since obtaining her first [[Pokémon]], the Pokémon that Dawn acquired tends to be cute and small like her starter, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.

Because of her lack of experience, she may have some rough spots on how to deal with her Pokémon properly, as seen when she bickers with Piplup sometimes. This lack of experience also reflects with her Pachirisu and Mamoswine. Pachirisu occasionally hits unwanted targets with its {{m|Discharge}} while Mamoswine may easily be angered and disobey Dawn in the process. Despite all these issues she faces some times, Dawn still deeply cares for all her Pokémon, especially her starter, Piplup.

As a Coordinator who is willing to win the Grand Festival, Dawn has trained her Pokémon in the art of Appeals, as well as battles. She is able to fully utilize her Pokémon's capabilities. A commonly-seen example would be her Buneary's capability to use {{m|Ice Beam}}, which was used in various ways in the Contests Dawn participated in. She was also able to use her Togekiss in the finals of the Grand Festival to help her almost defeat Zoey, despite the lack of experience with it when compared to her other Pokémon, most especially Piplup, who was also used in the finals.

This listing is of Dawn's [[Pokémon]] as of her most recent appearance.

===On hand===
This section is for the Pokémon that Dawn has in her current [[party]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup.png|water}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary.png|normal}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu.png|electric}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine.png|ice|ground|fir=Swinub|mid=Piloswine}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Quilava|Dawn Quilava.png|fire|fir=Egg|mid=Cyndaquil}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Togekiss|Dawn Togekiss.png|Normal|Flying}} ♀
|}

===In training===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn still owns but were given to another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]] to take care of.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom.png|normal|fir=Aipom|size=190px}} ♀
|
|
|
|}

===Traded away===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Dawn and Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|
|
|
|}

===Temporary===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn temporarily used. Most of them are rental and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
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|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Dawn Pikachu.png
|epnum=DP002
|epname=Two Degrees of Separation
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=When Dawn rescued Pikachu from Team Rocket, after trying to capture him thinking he was a wild Pokémon, she looked after Pikachu until returning to Ash in [[DP003|the next episode]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Brock
|pkmn=Croagunk
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Dawn Croagunk.png
|epnum=DP046
|epname=A Maze-ing Race!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=After the group got separated by {{p|Graveler}} and {{p|Golem}} using {{m|Rollout}}, Croagunk ended up going with Dawn while they were stuck in a maze looking for Ash and Brock. When the group found each other on two sides of a maze wall, Croagunk, along with the other Pokémon, were commanded to break a hole on one side of the wall.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Dawn Grimer.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=Dawn trained this {{p|Grimer}} during the first day of the summer school academy. It was used in a battle against a {{p|Venonat}} trained by [[Conway]]. During the battle, it used a [[Counter Shield]] that Dawn had taught it.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Poison Gas}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}, {{m|Sludge}} and {{m|Gunk Shot}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Dodrio
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Dawn Dodrio.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Dodrio}} in the first leg of the triathlon.

None of Dodrio's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Sharpedo
|type1=Water
|img=Conway Floatzel.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Sharpedo}} in the second leg of the triathlon.

None of Sharpedo's moves are known.}}

==Contests==
===Ribbons obtained===
[[File:Dawn 4 ribbons.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's Ribbons as of ''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'']]

====[[Sinnoh]] Ribbons====
* {{to|Floaroma}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]'')
* {{DL|Ribbon|Aqua Ribbon}} (''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'')
* {{to|Celestic}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]'')
* {{to|Chocovine}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'')
* {{to|Daybreak}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]'')

===Outfits===
* [[List of clothing in the anime#Dawn|Dawn's different outfits seen in the anime]]

==Grand Festival ranking==
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] - runner-up (''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]'')

==Other achievements==
* Unofficial Contest - runner-up (''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]'')
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] - runner-up (with [[Conway]]) (''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'')
* [[Hearthome Collection]] - winner (''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'')
* [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] - top 4 (''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'')
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament - N/A (''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]'')
* [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] - top 8 (''[[BW091|Battling Authority Once Again!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{pearl color}}|bordercolor={{pearl color light}}
|ja=豊口めぐみ ''[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]''
|en=[[Emily Jenness]]
|zh_cmn=林美秀 ''Lín Měixiù'' (Taiwan)
|cs=Rosita Erbanová
|nl=Meghna Kumar
|fi=Mirjami Heikkinen
|fr_eu=Alexandra Corréa
|el=Στέλλα Μπονάτσου ''Stella Bonatsou''
|de=Jana Julie
|he=טליה ברקאי ''Talia Barkai''
|hu=Bernadett Vago
|id=Dewi Arifiani ({{series|DP}}, [[M10]]-[[M13]]) Diah Sekartadji Wulandari ([[DP146]]-[[DP148]], [[DP176]]-[[DP178]])
|it=Tosawi Piovani ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]]) Ludovica De Caro ([[DP105]]-present)
|ko=정미숙 ''Chong Mi-Suk''
|no=Eline Høyer
|pl=Magdalena Krylik ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Beata Wyrąbkiewicz ([[DP053]]-present)
|pt_br=Fernanda Bulara
|pt_eu=Raquel Ferreira ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Joana Carvalho ([[DP053]]-present, all movies)
|ru=Анастасия Фомичева ''Anastasia Fomicheva'' ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Ольга Шорохова ''Olga Shorohova'' ([[DP105]]-present)
|es_eu=Mar Bordallo
|es_la=Gaby Ugarte ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]], [[DP158]]-[[DP191]]) Leyla Rangel ([[DP105]]-[[DP157]], [[BW085]]-[[BW093]])
|sv=Elina Raeder
|th=ศันสนีย์ วัฒนานุหม่อมชั้น'' Sansanee Watthananumomchan''
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==In the manga==
===In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga===
[[File:Dawn PDP.png|thumb|150px|Dawn and a {{p|Grimer}} in {{OBP|Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl|Sakai Takayuki}}]]
Dawn and her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} appear as main characters alongside {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} in the {{pkmn|manga}} series {{OBP|Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl|Sakai Takayuki}}, an adaptation of the anime set in the timeline of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}.

====Pokémon====
{| align="left" width="75%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup PDP.png|water|link=Dawn's Piplup#In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga}} ♂
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary PDP.png|normal|link=Dawn's Buneary#In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga}} ♀
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu PDP.png|electric|link=Dawn's Pachirisu#In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom PDP.png|normal|fir=Aipom|link=Dawn's Ambipom#In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga}} ♀
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine PDP.png|ice|ground||link=Dawn's Mamoswine#In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga}}
|}
{{left clear}}
=====Traded away=====
{| align="left" width="25%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Buizel|Dawn Buizel PDP.png|water|link=Ash's Buizel#In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga}} ♂
|}
{{left clear}}

===In movie manga adaptations===
[[File:DP series trio.png|thumb|250px|Dawn, Ash, and Brock in the manga]]

Dawn appears in the manga adaptations of ''{{ma|The Rise of Darkrai}}'', ''{{ma|Giratina and the Sky Warrior}}'', ''{{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}'', and ''{{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions}}''. Her team is the same in these manga adaptations.

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Dawn or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Dawn's Pokémon|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Piplup M (Movie Random Pack Promo 7)|Piplup]] {{SP|M}}|type=Water|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=007/022}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Buneary M (Movie Random Pack Promo 19)|Buneary]] {{SP|M}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=019/022}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn PLL.png|thumb|upright|Dawn in [[Pokémon Learning League]]]]
* On the [[Pokémon Learning League]] website, [[List of clothing in the anime|her clothing]] has been altered so that her white undershirt has sleeves and she is wearing black stockings or tights.
* Dawn's Japanese name is Hikari, and [[Zoey|her rival]]'s is Nozomi. The ''Hikari'' and the ''Nozomi'' are two Shinkansen "bullet train" lines. The Nozomi is faster than the Hikari, possibly symbolizing that Zoey is farther along in her coordinating skills than Dawn. It should also be noted that they go in opposite directions.
* All of Dawn's Normal-type Pokémon are female.
* When Dawn temporarily returned to the show in the {{series|Best Wishes}}, she returned for nine episodes. This was longer than both {{an|Misty}} and {{an|May}}, who only returned to the show for five episodes each; Misty's return was on two different occasions for a total of five.
** Dawn is also the only one of the three not to use a new outfit during her return.
* Dawn is Ash's only traveling companion to have met all three of his main rivals, having met {{Gary}} and [[Paul]] during her original run and having met [[Trip]] during her return.
* Dawn is the only [[Pokémon Coordinator]] in the anime to compete for the same {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]] twice.

==Names==
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|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| ヒカリ ''Hikari''
| From 光/ひかり ''hikari'', light or shine.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English
| Dawn
| May be a reference to ''Hikari''; dawn is the day's first light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Aurore
| From ''aurore'', dawn.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| German
| Lucia
| From Latin ''lux'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Lucinda
| From ''luce'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{tt|Spanish|Iberian}}
| Maya
| Maya can be a reference to the {{wp|Maya civilization}}, who worshiped sun.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 나빛나 ''Na Bit-Na''
| When read as a sentence, it means ''I shine''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小光 ''Xiǎo Guāng''
| From 光 ''hikari'', light. Can be taken as "young light".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小光{{tt|*|In the anime}} ''Síu Gwōng'' 光子{{tt|*|In the tenth movie}} ''Gwōngjí''
| From 光 ''hikari''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| ฮิคาริ ''Hikari''
| Same as her Japanese name.
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Dawn}}
* [[Dawn (game)]]

==On Bulbagarden forums==
* {{BMGF|14886|The Dawn Club}}

{{Dawn's Pokémon}}
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User:`Dawn

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== Contibutions ==

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:''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''

Dawn (anime)

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'''Dawn''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリ''' ''Hikari'') is a ten-year-old [[Pokémon Coordinator]] and a former {{ashfr|traveling companion}} of {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}. Her goal is to become a great [[Pokémon Coordinator]] like her [[mom#In the anime|mother]], [[Johanna]]. Her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was a {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} that she received from [[Professor Rowan]] in the [[DP001|first ''Diamond & Pearl'' series episode]].

==History==
===In the ''Diamond & Pearl'' series===
[[File:Dawn_Anime.png|thumb|left|150px|Dawn in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Dawn began her [[Pokémon journey]] with an overconfident {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. She wasn't able to gain his trust at first, but after rescuing him from a group of {{p|Ariados}}, the two became friends. Unlike {{an|May}}, she knew from the beginning that she wanted to follow her mother's footsteps and be a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. After meeting {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}, she decided to journey with them, as their experience would likely be helpful to her. Like Ash, she is lucky enough to have seen a [[legendary Pokémon]] at the start of her journey, the projected soul of {{p|Mesprit}} in ''[[DP001|Following A Maiden's Voyage!]]''.

[[File:DP001.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's debut appearance]]
She had a [[bicycle]], but like {{an|Misty}}'s and {{an|May}}'s bikes, [[Ash's Pikachu]] destroyed it with his {{m|Thunderbolt}}. However, she did not mention this to Ash until more than thirty episodes after it happened. She also had planned to take a large suitcase full of dresses with her, but her mother made her leave it at home due to its impracticality. She had a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]], and her Contest cry is "Spotlight!" (English) or "Charm up!" (Japanese). Johanna gave Dawn the first [[Ribbon]] she earned as a Coordinator for good luck.

Dawn lost her first {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]'' to her new [[rival]] Zoey, who became one of her close friends after the Contest and who later helped Dawn through many tough times. After her loss, her mother told her not to rely on her but on her friends. Eventually, in her [[DP027|second official Contest]], Dawn narrowly beat her childhood rival {{si|Kenny}} to gain her first [[Ribbon]].

[[File:DP012.png|thumb|200px|Dawn and Zoey]]
She later trains with Zoey in coming up with different Contest moves regularly as evidenced by ''[[DP041|A Stand-Up Sit-Down!]]''. However she was not able to perfect {{AP|Buizel}}'s [[Ash's Buizel#Moves improvised|Ice Aqua Jet]] despite coming up with the idea. Ash later accomplishes this in the [[Wallace Cup]].

Despite her confidence and Contest training, in ''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]'', when she competed in the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she lost in the Appeals Round, making her the first of the main characters to lose a Contest by losing in the first round. In ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', she lost the Appeals Round for the second time in a row. This marked a notable change in Dawn's character. After the second blow to her self-esteem, she didn't know what to do and was still very upset throughout ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''. After this, she became more focused and regained her confidence after {{pkmn|battle|battling}} [[Maylene]] in ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''. She also began to practice in earnest for all her Contest's [[appeal|performances]] and [[Contest Battle|battles]]. Following [[Zoey]]'s advice to show off the Pokémon and not its moves, Dawn was able to pass through the first round in the [[Wallace Cup]] and eventually break her losing streak by narrowly defeating {{an|May}} in the final round of the competition in ''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]''. Dawn has since maintained her new found focus and humility.

[[File:DP067.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's Gym battle]]
After learning of the next Contest in [[Celestic Town]], she became very dedicated in her training, and actually overworked her Pokémon in ''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!]]''. Due to her hard work, she managed to win the Contest in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''. One of Dawn's [[Contest combination|combinations]] in that Contest gave {{Ash}} the inspiration for one of his notable tactics which he uses later on, the [[Counter Shield]]. In ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'', her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} began to disobey her after [[Evolution|evolving]]. Despite this, she was still eager to train it well.

This was evidenced by how much she cared for Mamoswine in ''[[DP119|Trials and Adulations!]]'' when both of them got lost and Mamoswine was injured. Using the medical knowledge she got from {{an|Brock}} in ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', she was able to heal Mamoswine making it obey her. However it still rebels and disobeys Dawn in the finals of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success!]]'' due to its short temper making her lose the Contest. However she remains calm and optimistic.

Her encounter with {{an|Mesprit}} and Ash and Brock's encounters with {{an|Azelf}} and {{an|Uxie}} respectively was revealed to be fate as [[Team Galactic]] intended to capture the [[lake guardians]] to awaken {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} in the [[Spear Pillar]]. The lake guardians communicate telepathically with Ash, Dawn and Brock and teleport them to the [[Team Galactic HQ]]. Eventually with the help of [[Cynthia]], they foil Team Galactic's plans and free the lake guardians.

In ''[[DP155|Double-Time Battle Training!]]'', with the help of [[Candice]] and [[Zoey]], she comes up with a new tactic after many failed attempts, the Flame Ice. She uses this tactic later on in the [[Daybreak Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[File:Young Dawn.png|thumb|200px|Young Dawn]]
While she is the only female main character not to have a sibling, she has two childhood friends that appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}, {{si|Kenny}} and [[Leona]], both of whom call her '''Dee Dee''' (Japanese: '''ピカリ''' ''Pikari''). Dawn has prevented them from telling Ash and Brock about the reason why she has this nickname, but in ''[[DP161|Yes in Dee Dee, It's Dawn!]]'', it was revealed that the reason for the name was due to her hair glittering (ピカピカ ''pikapika'') after being shocked by the class pets in her kindergarten, {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}, making it appear that she had '''D'''iamond '''D'''andruff. Due to the trauma from being teased by her entire class with the nickname, she has a certain fear of Plusle and Minun.

[[Ursula]] uses this against Dawn by using Plusle and Minun and deliberately attempting to shock her hair. Even though Dawn temporarily succumbed to her trauma, with Mamoswine's and Cyndaquil's encouragement, she was able to get over her trauma and defeat Ursula, winning her final fifth Ribbon in the process as well as allowing her to participate in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

She later trains in ''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher!]]'' where she comes up with a new tactic for the [[Grand Festival]], the Ice Chandelier. This time, however, she is able to perfect the move by herself with some inspiration. After obtaining {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}}, she trains with it to find a way around Togekiss's need to move gracefully and is able to do so successfully.

[[File:Poffin.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's poffins]]
Dawn entered the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] in ''[[DP174|Last Call — First Round!]]'', using her Buneary and Cyndaquil in the Appeals Round. She progressed through the round and battled [[Ursula]] first in [[DP175|the next episode]]. With Mamoswine and Pachirisu and her new combination, the Ice Chandelier, she was able to defeat [[Ursula's Gabite]] and {{p|Flareon}}. In the [[DP176|following episode]], she defeated [[Jessie|Jessilina]] and progressed to the [[DP177|finals]] to fight [[Zoey]].

After a very close fight between her Piplup and Togekiss and [[Zoey's Glameow]] and {{p|Gallade}}, however, she lost. After the finals, she returns her mother's Ribbon saying that she no longer is in her mother's shadow and only needs her Pokémon's care and support thus proving her growth as a Trainer.

After the competition, Zoey told Dawn that [[Candice]] was throwing a victory party for her in [[Snowpoint City]] and that Dawn was also welcome; however, Dawn declined the invitation, stating that she still wants to support Ash in his upcoming battle at [[Sunyshore Gym]] and in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. She then thanked all the Pokémon that had traveled with her through Sinnoh for their hard work and pledged to not give up her dream of being a {{DL|Grand Festival|Top Coordinator}}.

[[File:Dawn Cheer.png|thumb|200px|Dawn in her cheerleader outfit]]
After staying for Ash's Gym battle and the [[Sinnoh League]], she contemplates whether or not to go with Ash and Brock back to [[Kanto]]. However after receiving an invitation by [[Paris]] for her {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, she decides to stay in [[Sinnoh]]. She and Ash later share a final high-five as they did throughout the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} before Ash and Brock leave for Kanto.

After this, Dawn decided to spend some time at home before considering her next move and spent that time developing new Contest combinations. She also spent a lot of time working with Cyndaquil, and eventually decided to head for [[Hoenn]] next knowing that it was the region that Contests originated from and she was eager to hit the Contest trail again. However she was having trouble deciding which Pokémon to take with her and which to leave with [[Professor Rowan]]. Although she knew she would take Piplup, she couldn't decide on the others as she knew there was still a lot she could do with them. Eventually, after visiting Professor Rowan and having another incident with some {{p|Ariados}} (which caused Cyndaquil to [[Evolution|evolve]] into Quilava), Dawn decided to take all her Pokémon to [[Hoenn]] with her. Dawn soon left on her new adventure with her dream of becoming a Top Coordinator burning as bright as ever.

===In the ''Best Wishes'' series===

In ''[[BW085|All for the Love of Meloetta!]]'', it was revealed that Dawn had traveled to the [[Unova]] region and was staying in [[Cynthia]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]] while the champion was visiting [[Virbank City]]. She would return with Ash who Dawn got to reunite with and was able to meet his new friends, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}. Before coming to [[Undella Town]], Dawn had visited [[Nimbasa City]] where she watched a [[Pokémon Musical]] and one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. She also revealed that she would enter the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]]. She would later make it to [[BW091|Round 2]] before losing to Iris.

Later, in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', she announced her intention to head to [[Johto]] to compete in the Wallace Cup being held there. After semi-battling Ash, and saying their farewells, she and Piplup boarded the flight to [[Blackthorn City]].

==Character==
[[File:Ash and Dawn Arguing.png|thumb|right|250px|Dawn's temper]]
Dawn is notable for her confidence, since she is always looking towards the future rather than dwelling on her mistakes, although she has learned that this is not always enough. In the Japanese version, her catchphrase is, "{{tt|Daijōbu!|'It's fine!' or 'Don't worry!'}}" Although not consistently translated in the English dub at first, she began to regularly use "No need to worry!". In stark contrast to {{an|May}}'s inexperience and self-doubt at the start of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Dawn was overly confident and assured in her own strength in the beginning.

Over the course of her journey in Sinnoh, Dawn was able to come up with various combinations to show up her Pokémon's looks and strength. This began with something as simple as making her Piplup's beak grow longer, when using {{m|Peck}}, a combination she used even until the end of the Grand Festival. She later followed with simple spinning, a technique her Piplup and Buneary practiced for a while in [[Oreburgh City]]. The way it was used was adapted by Ash in his first Gym battle in Sinnoh.

[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|left|250px|Dawn in her winter clothes]]
Later on, Dawn began with more complex combinations, such as Flame Ice and Ice Chandelier, moves that were both powerful and beautiful. After a lot of practice, Dawn's Pokémon were able to master these combinations in battle. Coincidentally, both of these were used to defeat [[Ursula]].

Dawn is very different than Ash's {{ashfr|other friends}}. Dawn has more concern about her appearance, as she will not show herself to Ash or Brock until she feels that her appearance is perfect. That may be a reason why she decides to sleep inside a tent while the others sleep outside. However, she has recently been seen sleeping outside with the others, such as in ''[[DP053|Tears for Fears!]]''. She keeps up to date with fashion and popular trends such as the Pokétch. Every time she's going to be on camera, she needs to take a moment to brush her hair before going on, such as in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''.

In ''[[DP070|The Bells Are Singing!]]'', Dawn revealed that she was the one to design {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest (but also admitted that her mother was the one to sew it). In ''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'', she demonstrated her talent for designing again, sketching many different dresses for the [[Hearthome Collection]], though she rejected all of them.
{{-}}

==Pokémon==
[[File:Dawn Party.png‎|thumb|250px|Dawn's current party]]
Since obtaining her first [[Pokémon]], the Pokémon that Dawn acquired tends to be cute and small like her starter, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.

Because of her lack of experience, she may have some rough spots on how to deal with her Pokémon properly, as seen when she bickers with Piplup sometimes. This lack of experience also reflects with her Pachirisu and Mamoswine. Pachirisu occasionally hits unwanted targets with its {{m|Discharge}} while Mamoswine may easily be angered and disobey Dawn in the process. Despite all these issues she faces some times, Dawn still deeply cares for all her Pokémon, especially her starter, Piplup.

As a Coordinator who is willing to win the Grand Festival, Dawn has trained her Pokémon in the art of Appeals, as well as battles. She is able to fully utilize her Pokémon's capabilities. A commonly-seen example would be her Buneary's capability to use {{m|Ice Beam}}, which was used in various ways in the Contests Dawn participated in. She was also able to use her Togekiss in the finals of the Grand Festival to help her almost defeat Zoey, despite the lack of experience with it when compared to her other Pokémon, most especially Piplup, who was also used in the finals.

This listing is of Dawn's [[Pokémon]] as of her most recent appearance.

===On hand===
This section is for the Pokémon that Dawn has in her current [[party]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup.png|water}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary.png|normal}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu.png|electric}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine.png|ice|ground|fir=Swinub|mid=Piloswine}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Quilava|Dawn Quilava.png|fire|fir=Egg|mid=Cyndaquil}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Togekiss|Dawn Togekiss.png|Normal|Flying}} ♀
|}

===In training===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn still owns but were given to another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]] to take care of.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom.png|normal|fir=Aipom|size=190px}} ♀
|
|
|
|}

===Traded away===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Dawn and Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|
|
|
|}

===Temporary===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn temporarily used. Most of them are rental and belong to another Trainer.
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|main=yes
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Dawn Pikachu.png
|epnum=DP002
|epname=Two Degrees of Separation
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=When Dawn rescued Pikachu from Team Rocket, after trying to capture him thinking he was a wild Pokémon, she looked after Pikachu until returning to Ash in [[DP003|the next episode]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Brock
|pkmn=Croagunk
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Dawn Croagunk.png
|epnum=DP046
|epname=A Maze-ing Race!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=After the group got separated by {{p|Graveler}} and {{p|Golem}} using {{m|Rollout}}, Croagunk ended up going with Dawn while they were stuck in a maze looking for Ash and Brock. When the group found each other on two sides of a maze wall, Croagunk, along with the other Pokémon, were commanded to break a hole on one side of the wall.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Dawn Grimer.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=Dawn trained this {{p|Grimer}} during the first day of the summer school academy. It was used in a battle against a {{p|Venonat}} trained by [[Conway]]. During the battle, it used a [[Counter Shield]] that Dawn had taught it.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Poison Gas}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}, {{m|Sludge}} and {{m|Gunk Shot}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Dodrio
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Dawn Dodrio.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Dodrio}} in the first leg of the triathlon.

None of Dodrio's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Sharpedo
|type1=Water
|img=Conway Floatzel.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Sharpedo}} in the second leg of the triathlon.

None of Sharpedo's moves are known.}}

==Contests==
===Ribbons obtained===
[[File:Dawn 4 ribbons.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's Ribbons as of ''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'']]

====[[Sinnoh]] Ribbons====
* {{to|Floaroma}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]'')
* {{DL|Ribbon|Aqua Ribbon}} (''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'')
* {{to|Celestic}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]'')
* {{to|Chocovine}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'')
* {{to|Daybreak}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]'')

===Outfits===
* [[List of clothing in the anime#Dawn|Dawn's different outfits seen in the anime]]

==Achievements==
* Unofficial Contest - runner-up (''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]'')
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] - runner-up (with [[Conway]]) (''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'')
* [[Hearthome Collection]] - winner (''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'')
* [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] - top 4 (''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'')
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament - N/A (''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]'')
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] - runner-up (''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]'')
* [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] - top 8 (''[[BW091|Battling Authority Once Again!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{pearl color}}|bordercolor={{pearl color light}}
|ja=豊口めぐみ ''[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]''
|en=[[Emily Jenness]]
|zh_cmn=林美秀 ''Lín Měixiù'' (Taiwan)
|cs=Rosita Erbanová
|nl=Meghna Kumar
|fi=Mirjami Heikkinen
|fr_eu=Alexandra Corréa
|el=Στέλλα Μπονάτσου ''Stella Bonatsou''
|de=Jana Julie
|he=טליה ברקאי ''Talia Barkai''
|hu=Bernadett Vago
|id=Dewi Arifiani ({{series|DP}}, [[M10]]-[[M13]]) Diah Sekartadji Wulandari ([[DP146]]-[[DP148]], [[DP176]]-[[DP178]])
|it=Tosawi Piovani ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]]) Ludovica De Caro ([[DP105]]-present)
|ko=정미숙 ''Chong Mi-Suk''
|no=Eline Høyer
|pl=Magdalena Krylik ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Beata Wyrąbkiewicz ([[DP053]]-present)
|pt_br=Fernanda Bulara
|pt_eu=Raquel Ferreira ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Joana Carvalho ([[DP053]]-present, all movies)
|ru=Анастасия Фомичева ''Anastasia Fomicheva'' ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Ольга Шорохова ''Olga Shorohova'' ([[DP105]]-present)
|es_eu=Mar Bordallo
|es_la=Gaby Ugarte ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]], [[DP158]]-[[DP191]]) Leyla Rangel ([[DP105]]-[[DP157]], [[BW085]]-[[BW093]])
|sv=Elina Raeder
|th=ศันสนีย์ วัฒนานุหม่อมชั้น'' Sansanee Watthananumomchan''
|da=Annevig Schelde Ebbe
}}

==In the manga==
===In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga===
[[File:Dawn PDP.png|thumb|150px|Dawn and a {{p|Grimer}} in {{OBP|Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl|Sakai Takayuki}}]]
Dawn and her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} appear as main characters alongside {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} in the {{pkmn|manga}} series {{OBP|Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl|Sakai Takayuki}}, an adaptation of the anime set in the timeline of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}.

====Pokémon====
{| align="left" width="75%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup PDP.png|water|link=Dawn's Piplup#In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga}} ♂
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary PDP.png|normal|link=Dawn's Buneary#In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga}} ♀
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu PDP.png|electric|link=Dawn's Pachirisu#In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom PDP.png|normal|fir=Aipom|link=Dawn's Ambipom#In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga}} ♀
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine PDP.png|ice|ground||link=Dawn's Mamoswine#In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga}}
|}
{{left clear}}
=====Traded away=====
{| align="left" width="25%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Buizel|Dawn Buizel PDP.png|water|link=Ash's Buizel#In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga}} ♂
|}
{{left clear}}

===In movie manga adaptations===
[[File:DP series trio.png|thumb|250px|Dawn, Ash, and Brock in the manga]]

Dawn appears in the manga adaptations of ''{{ma|The Rise of Darkrai}}'', ''{{ma|Giratina and the Sky Warrior}}'', ''{{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}'', and ''{{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions}}''. Her team is the same in these manga adaptations.

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Dawn or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Dawn's Pokémon|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Piplup M (Movie Random Pack Promo 7)|Piplup]] {{SP|M}}|type=Water|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=007/022}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Buneary M (Movie Random Pack Promo 19)|Buneary]] {{SP|M}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=019/022}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn PLL.png|thumb|upright|Dawn in [[Pokémon Learning League]]]]
* On the [[Pokémon Learning League]] website, [[List of clothing in the anime|her clothing]] has been altered so that her white undershirt has sleeves and she is wearing black stockings or tights.
* Dawn's Japanese name is Hikari, and [[Zoey|her rival]]'s is Nozomi. The ''Hikari'' and the ''Nozomi'' are two Shinkansen "bullet train" lines. The Nozomi is faster than the Hikari, possibly symbolizing that Zoey is farther along in her coordinating skills than Dawn. It should also be noted that they go in opposite directions.
* All of Dawn's Normal-type Pokémon are female.
* When Dawn temporarily returned to the show in the {{series|Best Wishes}}, she returned for nine episodes. This was longer than both {{an|Misty}} and {{an|May}}, who only returned to the show for five episodes each; Misty's return was on two different occasions for a total of five.
** Dawn is also the only one of the three not to use a new outfit during her return.
* Dawn is Ash's only traveling companion to have met all three of his main rivals, having met {{Gary}} and [[Paul]] during her original run and having met [[Trip]] during her return.
* Dawn is the only [[Pokémon Coordinator]] in the anime to compete for the same {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]] twice.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{pearl color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{pearl color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| ヒカリ ''Hikari''
| From 光/ひかり ''hikari'', light or shine.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English
| Dawn
| May be a reference to ''Hikari''; dawn is the day's first light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Aurore
| From ''aurore'', dawn.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| German
| Lucia
| From Latin ''lux'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Lucinda
| From ''luce'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{tt|Spanish|Iberian}}
| Maya
| Maya can be a reference to the {{wp|Maya civilization}}, who worshiped sun.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 나빛나 ''Na Bit-Na''
| When read as a sentence, it means ''I shine''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小光 ''Xiǎo Guāng''
| From 光 ''hikari'', light. Can be taken as "young light".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小光{{tt|*|In the anime}} ''Síu Gwōng'' 光子{{tt|*|In the tenth movie}} ''Gwōngjí''
| From 光 ''hikari''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| ฮิคาริ ''Hikari''
| Same as her Japanese name.
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Dawn}}
* [[Dawn (game)]]

==On Bulbagarden forums==
* {{BMGF|14886|The Dawn Club}}

{{Dawn's Pokémon}}
{{Coordinators}} 
{{Animecharacters|Pearl}} 
{{Project Anime notice|no}}

[[Category:Anime characters]]
[[Category:Ash and Pikachu characters]]
[[Category:Ash's friends]]
[[Category:Female characters]]
[[Category:Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl characters]]
[[Category:Coordinators]]

[[pl:Dawn (Anime)]]
[[pt:Dawn (anime)]]

[[de:Lucia (Animecharakter)]]
[[es:Maya (anime)]]
[[fr:Aurore (dessin animé)]]
[[it:Lucinda (anime)]]
[[ja:ヒカリ]]
[[zh:小光（动画）]]

User:`Dawn

2013-07-02T14:35:04Z

`Dawn: /*User:'Dawn*/

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Hey, I'm User 'Dawn. I joined Bulbapedia on 18 March 2013. I am an Autoconfirmed user. I expertize in the field of anime and manga though I mainly focus on charachters.

User talk:Dennou Zenshi/2012-2+2013-1

2013-07-01T13:48:14Z

`Dawn: /* Question */

{{User:Dennou Zenshi/talk|User talk:Dennou Zenshi}}

== Spam ==

Is it considered spam if a sockpuppet goes to a talk page and put something there that led the original user to get blocked in the first place? I was kind of wondering that regarding what this MichaelXD002 user did. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 15:21, 30 October 2012 (UTC)
:Yes, I've seen sockpuppets' comments being removed in the past.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 15:24, 30 October 2012 (UTC)
::I just removed a comment of his in evkl's talk page due to that reason. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 15:32, 30 October 2012 (UTC)

== Question ==
Dennou, did you reset your talk page? Every old message you had is gone. [[User:Mikoro|Mikoro]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|wanna talk?]]) 14:47, 1 November 2012 (UTC) 10:47, 1 November 12 (UTC)
:Yes, I [[Bulbapedia:Talk page policy#Archiving user talk pages|archived]] it. The old talk page is [[User talk:Dennou Zenshi/2011-2+2012-1|here]] but you can't edit it.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 16:04, 1 November 2012 (UTC)
::Okay, just wondering. But anyway, I have a favor to ask. I have become a better Bulbapedia user since my creating rights were taken away, but now I have a bigger goal in mind. I want to become an administrator like you. Right now, my mission is to prove to every administrator that I have what it takes by fixing the incomplete synopses for all articles. I just wanted advice, and I came to the two best administrators I know, you and Jo the Marten. How exactly did you guys get to be administrators? [[User:Mikoro|Mikoro]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|wanna talk?]]) 01:35, 2 November 2012 (UTC) 21:35, 1 November 12 (UTC)
:::The link that Jo posted explains it well. And sorry to be blunt, but you have to become a way better and more active editor to be considered to become an admin. Also, please try to avoid {{bp|Talk page policy#How should a talk page not be used?|posting the same question across multiple pages}}.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 14:24, 2 November 2012 (UTC)
::::Understood. But seriously, you don't have to be a smart Alec. I came to you for help, not insults. And would an inactive editor fix the synopsis for two episodes, add a helping picture for a status effect, add examples to the Pokémon controversy page, AND reprimand other amateur users for violating the rules? I don't think so. I agree I could do more, but I think "inactive" is an overstatement. [[User:Mikoro|Mikoro]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|wanna talk?]]) 18:16, 2 November 2012 (UTC) 14:15, 2 November 12 (UTC)
:::::Okay, you're actually kinda active. Anyway, I didn't say you'll never become an admin. I meant that you have to become a more diverse editor and make at least hundreds of good/helpful edits. I became an official junior admin after making about 9000 ''mainspace'' edits, more than 1000 talk page edits, receiving {{bp|Golden Bulbasaur Award|Golden Eevee and Pikachu}}, and being a temporary junior admin for several months.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 21:22, 2 November 2012 (UTC)
::::::Thank you! And by the way, if I beat [[User:Dennou Zenshi|Zenon]] in [[Giant Chasm]], can I have that [[Stunfisk (Pokémon)|Stunfisk]]? [[User:Mikoro|Mikoro]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|wanna talk?]]) 17:26, 7 November 2012 (UTC) 12:25, 7 November 12 (UTC)
:::::::Yes, and you'll get shocked by it... :P And by the way, remember to use the {{bp|List of link templates|link templates}} when possible.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 20:25, 7 November 2012 (UTC)
::::::::Alright, I will. I have already assembled the perfect team to beat Zenon :>. I think what I'll do is name my hero Cilan and breed the Stunfisk. When the egg hatches, I will teach it {{m|Sludge Bomb}}, {{m|ThunderShock}}, {{m|Mud Bomb}}, and {{m|Scald}}. Then I will give it to Jo....... she will love me forever. LOL! [[User:Mikoro|Mikoro]] ([[User talk:Mikoro|wanna talk?]]) 13:42, 8 November 2012 (UTC) 8:45, 8 November 2012 (UTC)
I saw that the profile image on the page {{adv|Platinum}} is in black and white so I turned it into colour. But I saw that you've once again put the previous one as the profile image. May I know why? [[User:`Dawn|`Dawn]] ([[User talk:`Dawn|talk]]) 13:48, 1 July 2013 (UTC)

== Help in Floccesy Ranch ==

You recently edited floccesy ranch, removing the cleanup tag i added back when the encounter rates were bad.
There was a discussion on the talk page about the encounter rates and how the original ones there were wrong.
I put some placeholder ones in, which were then replaced by rarities from the official strategy guide.
They have since been replaced by someone who has not bothered to comment on the talk page, and thus you thought the cleanp was resolved when those who havn't read the talk page put values in.
Could you help, and reconsider the cleanup tag?----[[User:Aquatix|'''Aquatix''']] ''([[User talk:Aquatix|talk to me!]])'' 12:00, 5 November 2012 (UTC)
:I can't really help with the encounter rates because I don't have access to the game data and I don't own any guidebooks. I removed the {{template|cleanup}} tag because the correct tag for that situation is the {{template|incomplete}} tag, which was already in the article.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 13:50, 5 November 2012 (UTC)

==John Loeffler==
I undid the hiding, and put "according to john loeffler." all admins, leave me alone about this, because i was asked to put this there by John himself. the facebook accuont said that his name was John Loeffler, he lived in New York city and that he is a composer and singer, so that's proof that it's the real one. i do not know how to send links of the facebook conversation to you without revealing my realk name, (Christian Woods is my sudanym, like how Ted Lewis is Ed Paul) but i do know this: John Loeffler is going to try to check on this page within 24 hours, and i want him to see to his satisfaction that i did the edit, just to show that i kept my word, mmkay?
side note: You can send Kenji girl after me, but i know that i'm not wrong, and that i'm not operating against pollicy, i swear on it. I'm nearly taking a request and allowing the information to be given out. it's not like john said "But don't tell anyone, it's a big big secret!" or anything, so don't try and make it a secret, mmkay? mmkay? thanks. and admins, i don't want any infractions because of this. i just want it to get out there and to let people see it, just as john asked me to. thanks. [[User:Christian Woods| Christian Woods]] [[User talk:Christian Woods| Azu!]] 01:14, 10 November 2012 (UTC)

== Dragon Rage in BW085 ==

Why not include that error about Dragon Rage being a critical hit? Who determines which aspects of the games are adopted into the anime and which aren't? Because it seems like a helluva lot else does. In fact, we'd have to go back and remove roughly half of all errors ever added because the anime ''may'' work under different rules. The anime, which I need not remind, is based on the games. Heck, for all we know, the anime writers ''intentionally'' wrote that Electric doesn't affect Rock-types when they made that "error" about a half-dozen times in the first season. We should just go ahead and say that indeed, a Rhyhorn is vulnerable to Electricity in its horn and mouth. It's the same logic (rather, lack thereof). Water beats Fire, Pikachu's Static Ability causes Paralysis, and Dragon Rage does 40 damage. Even something as specific as a Pokémon's level is mentioned several times. Why does one person set the precedent for a piece of noteworthy trivia? I don't care if he or she's an admin, or even if there is a circle of admins who agree with him/her, clearly there are four people who made the effort to note that information. Let's not forget either that whatever precedents the Bulbapedia staff have established are not automatically what the writers intended. Also, you'd think that instead of complaining each time the same reasonable error was added, you guys could add a handy-dandy  (hidden message) in the Error section. --[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|IWannaBeTheVeryBest]] ([[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|talk]]) 07:10, 16 November 2012 (UTC)
: So apparently someone had the sense to put that message in after the fourth person added the error. Clap-clap. Here's another problem: the writer says that it's because Cilan uses a "completely different term"? I'm sorry, maybe he said something else in Farsi, but in ''English'' he said it "looks like a critical hit!" Come on. I don't even need to point out how this person's definition of "completely different" is laughable. --[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|IWannaBeTheVeryBest]] ([[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|talk]]) 07:18, 16 November 2012 (UTC)
::Eh, the ''English'' version is just a dub. In the ''original'' Japanese version, he just said "Kibago hit the target" (this can be mentioned in the Dub edits section). Also, Dragon Rage obviously works differently in the anime than it does in the games, because there are no HPs (and levels were quickly retconned to not exist). Or do you think that Gary's Golem had less than 40 HP? If you still disagree, you should contact {{u|Kenji-girl}}.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 14:09, 16 November 2012 (UTC)

== User ==

There is a user named Marvin Gaye (it is in all caps) on here who is also a singer from the pre-80's. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 23:42, 17 November 2012 (UTC)
:Since Marvin Gaye is dead, the user isn't really impersonating him and therefore isn't technically breaking the {{bp|username policy}}. Also, he's most likely one of those users who will never make any edits.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 23:58, 17 November 2012 (UTC)
::At least I pointed it out. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 16:33, 18 November 2012 (UTC)
:::Yeah, it's not bad to be cautious :).--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 16:53, 18 November 2012 (UTC)

== Actually ==
I did not assume Escavalier had Twineedle, I said it because Serebii himself said that it was used and that's usually a pretty good confirmation considering his status. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 15:26, 30 November 2012 (UTC)
:Serebii should never be used as a source (you've been told it before), and he makes lots of move errors in his Character Bios because '''he''' assumes most moves he adds.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 15:58, 30 November 2012 (UTC)

== Thanks for that fix ==

I noticed you fixed the redlinks in my pokémon subpage. I should have known, but I am a mere beginner when it comes to templates; had to use a sample, but what I used for a reference never had a nickname parameter. Hopefully I'll remember that when I add more Pokémon to that page. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 19:47, 5 December 2012 (UTC)

== Since you can apparently use Japanese... ==

Do you think you can {{tt|translate|translate as in eg. translate マサゴタウン to Masago Town (Sandgem Town)}} [[Talk:List of Ribbons in the games#Japanese names.|some]] of this? (or just put in the characters, because it's pretty late here so I am low on time and I wouldn't rather have enough time to {{tt|type|READ: look at Wikipedia, copy correct character and paste here, do that with next character, rinse and repeat until all the characters are inserted, then go to the next ribbon, and so on}}). These are only missing Japanese names (though some have just Japanese names without these being translated). [[User:Marked +-+-+|Marked +-+-+]] ([[User talk:Marked +-+-+|talk]]) 22:41, 8 December 2012 (UTC)
:I added everything I could.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 23:22, 8 December 2012 (UTC)

== Too large? ==

For a while now, I was looking after the [[Pokémon.com online games]] article, as no one seemed to update it. It is still incomplete (needs info on a recently released game, etc.). Just now, I noticed something: it surpasses the [[Décor]] article, which has an oversize notice, by around 12k bytes, yet the former has neither an oversize notice nor an indication of suggesting separate pages. Also, I plan on incorporating some [[User:Berrenta /Trophy|trophy tables that are in the works]], which would make the article larger. Do you think there should be subpages for trophies and/or pre-revamp games? I asked on the article's talkpage and did not get a response yet. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 18:46, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
:The Décor article has the oversized and merge tags because it has so many templates that some of them can't even be seen. The Pokémon.com games has almost zero templates so we don't have to split it and you can add the tables there when they are ready.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 19:24, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
::Okay, just wondering. Thanks. [[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 19:44, 15 December 2012 (UTC)

== Conquest and Cards ==

Were you able to double check everything from conquest already? I saw you add some things to a few pages. (On a side note, I love how observant and ambitious you are.) ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 15:02, 16 December 2012 (UTC)
:Thanks. I didn't check ones that don't seem like TCG Abilities/attacks such as "One-Eyed Dragon" but I guess I'll check them all later today.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 15:27, 16 December 2012 (UTC)
::[[Seismitoad (Spiral Force 15)|I also did not know what to do for Gura Gura Punch]]. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 20:57, 16 December 2012 (UTC)
:::Yeah, "Gura Gura" is hard to translate directly, but I think "Wobbly" works fine.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 21:14, 16 December 2012 (UTC)

== Making edits better for beginners ==

I am new and would like some advice on making better edits to this site ([[User:Icestar649|Icestar649]] ([[User talk:Icestar649|talk]]) 00:08, 20 December 2012 (UTC))
:Pretty much [[User talk:Crystal Talian#Moving Sections|what Crystal said]]. Most importantly, read the {{bp|Manual of style}} very well and add a period/question mark/exclamation mark after every sentence. Also, you could observe what kind of edits experienced users make.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 14:23, 20 December 2012 (UTC)

== Thanks ==

Thanks for the help. ([[User:Icestar649|Icestar649]] ([[User talk:Icestar649|talk]]) 21:30, 20 December 2012 (UTC))

== Fantasy Serperior ==

Out of sheer curiosity: where did you find out about this fantasy/flashback {{p|Serperior}} in [[BW109]]? --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 14:53, 21 December 2012 (UTC) 
PS. My theory is that that new girl Trainer is dreaming about getting a Serperior, so maybe she's going to choose {{p|Snivy}} as her starter.
:It's seen on [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uId1kvwTABM&feature=youtu.be this preview].--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 14:58, 21 December 2012 (UTC)
::Thanks. Now that I see it, I don't think she really wants a Serperior, after all... --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 15:07, 21 December 2012 (UTC)

== Jessie's Frillish/James's Amooguss ==

May I help you by adding a bit more information in the articles that you created about
''Jessie's Frillish and James's Amooguss''?[[User:Rioxemperte|Rioxemperte]] ([[User talk:Rioxemperte|talk]]) 14:51, 26 December 2012 (UTC)
:You can't edit those pages yourself because you're not {{bp|autoconfirmed}}, but you can post the text you want to add below here.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 15:05, 26 December 2012 (UTC)
::Ok.I will put them here a bit later,but how can I be in the {{bp|autoconfirmed}}?[[User:Rioxemperte|Rioxemperte]] ([[User talk:Rioxemperte|talk]]) 15:44, 26 December 2012 (UTC)
:::It's explained on the page that I and ''you'' yourself linked... Basically, you have to make a secret amount of edits to mainspace articles ([[Ash Ketchum]], [[Tackle (move)]], [[Kanto]], etc.) and your account must have existed for a secret amount of time.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 15:56, 26 December 2012 (UTC)
::::Understood.Now as for ''Frillish and Amoonguss'' I just wanted to add in ''Frillish'' the move section,because it knows {{m|BubbleBeam}},{{m|Shadow Ball}}.[[User:Rioxemperte|Rioxemperte]] ([[User talk:Rioxemperte|talk]]) 00:35, 27 December 2012 (UTC)
:::::Frillish's moves are already there, but they are hidden with <nowiki></nowiki> because we don't know in which episode she will use them for the first time (provided that I haven't missed any previews).--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 10:39, 27 December 2012 (UTC)

== question... ==

I see you just reverted me, its OK, but which page should I place it then??

<code>(Undo revision 1822185 by Latias1290 (talk) wrong page)</code>

I mean, to me, it seemed good...?{{unsigned|Latias1290}}
:Well duh, you added game!{{ga|Barry}}'s information to anime!{{an|Barry}}'s page. And that information is already in the former one in form of quotes.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 16:16, 27 December 2012 (UTC)

== File rename ==

Time ago I added a image in the Archives (File:N anime.png).As it is a screenshoot from [[BW110]] I wanted you to change it's name in BW110.png , if you can ?[[User:Alexsummer|'''カイオーガ''']][[Virgil|'''バージル''']][[User talk:Alexsummer|'''みずタイプ''']] 16:43, 27 December 2012 (UTC)
:Sorry, but I'm just a regular user over there; you have to ask somebody who's a [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Archives:Staff staff member there]. And {{bp|Signature policy|your signature must reflect your username somehow}}, by the way.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 16:53, 27 December 2012 (UTC)
::Ok,I'll ask another user.Thank you for saying that.[[User:Alexsummer|'''カイオーガ''']][[Virgil|'''バージル''']][[User talk:Alexsummer|'''みずタイプ''']] 17:02, 27 December 2012 (UTC)

== Palpitoad currently doesn't know any physical moves. ==

Stop deleting my edit on [[Ash's Palpitoad]] triva section ,it is 100% true it came from reliable sources and anyone who watch the show, read the page, clicked on the links in the Moves used section and read those pages too they would see that Palpitoad has uesed 3 [[special moves]] 1 [[status move|status moves]] and NO [[physical moves]]!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

--[[User:Doddman|Doddman]] ([[User talk:Doddman|talk]]) 00:16, 9 January 2013 (UTC)

== N ==

Hey,I did [[User:Riox-Ibui/N (anime)|a page]] about N's anime counterpart,in case it will be necessary.Take a look there and add what you think it's important.As for the image I couldn't find an about his reshiram. [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 17:35, 13 January 2013 (UTC)
:I made several edits to your page in case it gets mainspaced. I hid some information that doesn't happen in his debut episode or is unconfirmed. In future, remember to always use {{bp|link template}}s and put spaces after dots and commas; the way you write hurts everyone's eyes.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 18:08, 13 January 2013 (UTC)
::Ok, thank you for that. [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 20:02, 13 January 2013 (UTC)

== Marlon ==

I respect your adminship and all, but I am not really sure what you did here was appropriate:

''04:15, January 5, 2013‎ Dennou Zenshi (Talk | contribs)‎ m . . (18,557 bytes) (0)‎ . . (Protected "Marlon": Counter-productive edit warring (‎[edit=sysop] (expires 11:15, 19 January 2013 (UTC)) ‎[move=sysop] (indefinite)))''

I only counted 1 revert; I wouldn't quite call that an edit war. Again, I'm not trying to have authority over a higher rank user like you, I just don't see why you had to protect that page for 2 weeks. [[User:Satoshi101|サトシ101]] ([[User talk:Satoshi101|talk]]) 20:37, 14 January 2013 (UTC)
:I protected it for 2 weeks because it's usually the longest time it takes for KG to get VAs. And yeah, I should have used "Speculation crackdown" or something else instead. Also, now I actually think I shouldn't have protected it fully just because the VA speculation.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 21:42, 14 January 2013 (UTC)

== They're here! ==

Now that [[BW109]] is officially out, could you move your "sub-articles" of Team Rocket's new Pokémon into ''real'' articles? Thank you. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 12:59, 17 January 2013 (UTC)
:I think they need a short history section first. I haven't seen the episode yet so I can't write it.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 13:08, 17 January 2013 (UTC)
::I added some history in them based on the images I could find. Hope it's now good enough for cualifying them as articles. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 15:23, 17 January 2013 (UTC)

== Charizard's Unova Appearence ==

Why reason is there to wait? It's obvious he's gonna appear in the series, so I just figured to put some information down. --[[User:Firered16|Firered16]] ([[User talk:Firered16|talk]]) 18:43, 17 January 2013 (UTC)
:It's our policy that we only mention human characters' future appearances on their pages, not Pokémon's. I don't know why though.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 18:48, 17 January 2013 (UTC)

== PK26 ==

Hey,I saw in the ''upcoming anime'' in bulbanews, that the PK26 wasn't created.May I create it? [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 23:23, 18 January 2013 (UTC)
:You mean PK'''25'''... [[User:Pokemaster97/PK25|It has been already created]].--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 10:34, 19 January 2013 (UTC)
::Oh, yes.I didn't see it.I want to help me by something, becase I don't know how to do it.I want to have one like this that is '''hidden here''',(I let it hidden because I couldn't make it as a link),  in my userpage but with other pokemon.Can you help me? [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 13:09, 19 January 2013 (UTC)
:::Do you mean something like this?

:::<code><nowiki>{| align="center" style=" border: 2px solid #{{dragon color}}; background: #{{water color}};" class="roundy"
! style="{{roundytop|5px}}; background: #{{dark color light}}" colspan="7" | Riox's [[Pokémon (species)|{{color|000|Pokémon}}]]
|-
! align="right" | On hand:
| width="15%" | {{PartyPoké|176||Riox|Togetic|normal|flying|link=no}}
| width="15%" | {{PartyPoké|503||Riox|Samurott|water|link=no}}
| width="15%" | {{PartyPoké|516||Riox|Simipour|water|link=no}}
| width="15%" | {{PartyPoké|571||Riox|Zoroark|dark|link=no}}
| width="15%" | {{PartyPoké|593||Riox|Jellicent|water|ghost|link=no}}
| width="15%" | {{PartyPoké|149||Riox|Dragonite|dragon|flying|link=no}}
|-
| style="{{roundybottom|5px}} background: #{{dark color light}}" colspan="7" | {{color|{{dark color light}}|!}}
|}
</nowiki></code>

:::--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 13:55, 19 January 2013 (UTC)
::::Yes,like that.But when I put it in my userpage, the result isn't same as the ''Iris's'', there are only letters and the pokemon images.[[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 14:20, 19 January 2013 (UTC)
:::::Really? When I tested it on your userpage a moment ago, it worked normally and had colors as well. If you mean that you want it to link to future Pokémon pages such as {{color|cc0000|User:Riox-Ibui/Riox's Togetic}}, replace <code><nowiki>link=no</nowiki></code> with <code><nowiki>link=User:Riox-Ibui/Riox's Togetic</nowiki></code> and so on.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 14:37, 19 January 2013 (UTC)
::::::It doesn't work again.Can you put it in my userpage please? [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 14:42, 19 January 2013 (UTC)
:::::::It's there now. Looks like it works only when you when you copy the code from the editing box by clicking "<nowiki>[edit]</nowiki>".--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 14:59, 19 January 2013 (UTC)
::::::::Thank you a lot Dennou.[[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 15:03, 19 January 2013 (UTC)
::::::::: I need to ask you for one more thing.I want to have in my userpage a image of a zorua that I found in google.Can you tell me how to put it there? [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 21:26, 20 January 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::Just copy & paste the link of the picture on your userpage. For example, <nowiki>http://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/thumb/8/8e/518Musharna_Dream.png/150px-518Musharna_Dream.png</nowiki> makes Musharna's DW image appear if I removed hidden nowiki marks. However, you can't use such pictures in TrainerPoké and InactivePoké and some other templates. Also, the image might not appear if it's too large.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 22:13, 20 January 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::: Ok. I want to ask you also for something else but not here, can I contact you by e-mail? [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 23:15, 25 January 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::::I normally don't let other users to email me to avoid spam, but I changed my settings temporarily so that you can send me an e-mail.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 08:37, 26 January 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::::: Where can I find your e-mail? [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 09:56, 26 January 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::::::[[Special:EmailUser/Dennou Zenshi|Here]]. You can also find the link from the toolbox on the left side of every user's userpage and talkpage.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 10:10, 26 January 2013 (UTC)
::::::::::::::: I sent it. [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 10:36, 26 January 2013 (UTC)

== pokemon ==

Please tell me 6 {{t|steel}} type pokemon that are your favorites.I need them for the league. [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 10:44, 27 January 2013 (UTC)
:Well, Aggron is my favorite. The others would be Bisharp, Scizor, Magnezone, Empoleon and Mawile.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 11:11, 27 January 2013 (UTC)
::Ok then. [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 11:22, 27 January 2013 (UTC)
:::Hey ,I want your opinion about the champion.I'm sendin by e-mail to you some names and tell me which one fits for this post.[[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 12:22, 27 January 2013 (UTC)
::::It's finished.It has still to be edited.Take a look [[User:Riox-Ibui/Bulba League|here]], and add what you think it's missing.[[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 15:17, 27 January 2013 (UTC)
:::::First, remember our {{bp|userspace policy}}. I'd remove Japanese names or replace them with <s>i saktë</s>whoops, correct ones. And you're adding {{template|party}} templates later, right?--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 15:44, 27 January 2013 (UTC)
::::::Ok.Yes I will make templates like that for every user there.[[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 15:55, 27 January 2013 (UTC)
::::::: Dennou, if you want go there and make your own, ok? [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 19:00, 27 January 2013 (UTC)
::::::::Yes, I prefer making mine myself. '''However''', you must make at least two mainspace edits before anyone can edit your page due to the '''{{bp|userspace policy}}'''.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 19:32, 27 January 2013 (UTC)
::::::::: Ok then.Yes I know that.Make it under the champion section, with a headline ''Trainers'' , and then in bold '''Elite Four'''.And please can you put there the template of one like this that is hidden right here?  ?I don't know how to do it.You just send me the templates of this and I will make it under the characterstics of this page.[[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 20:39, 27 January 2013 (UTC)

== BW108.png ==

This may come a little late, but congratulations for your promotion! In case you are able to do "advanced stuff" now, could you do a little service for me? The image for [[BW108]] has been protected, and has remained unchanged for weeks, even though the episode aired ages ago. Could you please update the image without the text or/and unprotect the page so that anyone could update it? In case you are unable to do that, I'm sorry I bothered you. Thank you. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 07:50, 31 January 2013 (UTC)
:It's already been uploaded. Mediawiki is just taking its time to update itself. either that or clear you cache.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 07:58, 31 January 2013 (UTC)

== Tag ==

Take a look in my userpage,please.I made a tag template party there.Add or remove what you want. [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 22:27, 2 February 2013 (UTC)
:I changed Aggron's moves since they were ''horrible'' (so were Samurott's but I didn't want to change them).--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 23:14, 2 February 2013 (UTC)
If you want you can change also Samurott's moves.And can you make another tag template party with 6 pokemon 3.Put there three of you favorites.[[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 23:47, 2 February 2013 (UTC)
:Done. Honestly, I can't stand dumb movesets at all. And by the way, those tag templates should be the last things on your userpage(s) where other users, including me, are associated. Just so that you don't get in trouble again.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 12:12, 4 February 2013 (UTC)
::Ok,then.Thank you for saying that.[[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 15:38, 6 February 2013 (UTC)
:::And I wanted to ask you.Why all [[Virgil]]'s eeveelutions are male?Just wanted to know it. [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 21:25, 6 February 2013 (UTC)
::::This is the edit summary (which you can find from the page history) by {{u|Gohan5}}: "''In his debut, Virgil mentioned that Eevee was the only female among Team Eevee''".--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 21:39, 6 February 2013 (UTC)

== Talk Policy ==

You removed my edit to a talk page as a breach of talk policy. Having taken another read through of the [[talk page policy]], I am a little confused how suggesting trivia is against it? I was wondering if perhaps you could explain it to me, as it was my first edit on this particular wiki. Kind regards. [[User:Yleron|Yleron]] ([[User talk:Yleron|talk]]) 11:58, 6 February 2013 (UTC)
:We don't have trivia that suggest which moves are good for certain Pokémon, because they are often subjective. For instance, Aerial Ace is considered to be superior to Wing Attack since it has better accuracy.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 12:12, 6 February 2013 (UTC)
::I understand, but I thought that pointing out such a specific synergy for a Pokemon that normally wouldn't learn the move ([[Scizor]]) would be worth noting. Thanks for the clarification. [[User:Yleron|Yleron]] ([[User talk:Yleron|talk]]) 12:28, 6 February 2013 (UTC)

== BW117 ==

Hey, I saw this [http://www.serebiiforums.com/showthread.php?597694-BWS2EN-9-Paul-amp-Rayquaza] in serebii. What do you think? May it be a confirmed episode? [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 01:16, 9 February 2013 (UTC)
:I'm pretty certain that it's fake, considering there was no official confirmation, and it was posted by a banned user in a now locked thread nonetheless. Unless the episode is provided by a reliable source (which Serebii or his forums are not), assume it unconfirmed. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 01:30, 9 February 2013 (UTC)
::Ok.Thank you for the answer. [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 01:32, 9 February 2013 (UTC)
:::I have another question.I created the page about [[User:Riox-Ibui/Ellie|Ellie]] in my userpage.When the episode airs should I mainspace it?[[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 19:15, 9 February 2013 (UTC)
::::Yes, it looks pretty good already so you can move it once the episode has aired.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 19:44, 9 February 2013 (UTC)
:::::Hey , but most probably I won't get into bulbepdia on thursday due to school. May you mainspace it for me, or is an action that is allowed only for the page creator, cuz I don't know?Is there any page here to show how to mainspace it?[[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 19:54, 9 February 2013 (UTC)
::::::Any autoconfirmed user can move it, but I'm also in school when the episode airs. {{u|FinnishPokéFan92}} and {{u|Playerking95}} are often online when episodes air, so you can ask them to move the page. You can move pages by clicking the link "move" on the top of every (non move-protected) page, next to "user page", "discussion", "edit this page" and "history" links. Then change "User" to "(Main)" from the "To new title" section and remove the "Riox-Ibui/" from the name and click "move page". And one more thing: your infobox has カスミ ([[Misty|Kasumi]]) as your Japanese name. The correct one, Ibui, would be イブイ.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 20:13, 9 February 2013 (UTC)
:::::::Ok.I'll ask one of them. Yes I understood and I'll change that ''kasumi''.Thanks. [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 20:21, 9 February 2013 (UTC)

== Gen 6 ==

Hi.In pokemon mythology(noticias) section I saw new about Sylveon's type.It said that a new type, light, will be introduced.So I created [[User:Riox-Ibui/Light (type)|this]] in my userpage.Take a look and change what you think is in need of. [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 22:51, 14 February 2013 (UTC)
:Could you please provide a link to the article (and section) in question that states Sylveon will have a "Light-type"? '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 23:00, 14 February 2013 (UTC)
::[[http://www.pokemonmythology.110mb.com/news.php]] Here it is Pokemaster.Below the eeveelutions image is the news.[[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 23:18, 14 February 2013 (UTC)
:::That website appears to be a fansite, which should not be used as sources. Please don't create userspace pages about subjects that have not been confirmed, or does not have enough evidence to be confirmed, otherwise it's just speculation. I'm deleting the page until more evidence is revealed by official sources. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 23:48, 14 February 2013 (UTC)
::::Hi DZ. Do you know the name of a file like this [[File:Ani593MS.png]], but to be shiny ? [[User:Riox-Ibui|Riox]][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|***]] 12:35, 17 February 2013 (UTC)
:::::There's no such file. We have shiny menusprites (that are manually made by users) only for Pokémon that need it in mainspace articles, such as [[Nature Preserve]] Haxorus. Because uploading images for your own userpages isn't allowed, you have to stick to the regular menusprite.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 12:46, 17 February 2013 (UTC)

== Ash's Charizard ==
http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/BW116 says Charizard will appear so why did you delete it? Thanks.{{unsigned|Thenmark2}}
:We don't add future appearances on Pokémon's pages. As an old user, you should know it along with making a new talk page section and signing your comments.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 14:11, 19 February 2013 (UTC)

== Thingy ==

Some user (not going to mention who) decided to give me this [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Flamethrower_%28move%29&curid=3662&diff=1852594&oldid=1850930 attitude]. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 19:28, 20 February 2013 (UTC)

== Re:Your edits ==

I'm really sorry about what I did. I understand I shouldn't start edit warring, it's one of the things I hate most in wikis. And banning is '''the last thing''' I ''ever'' want to get. Even with this forced preview, I am in a sort of "restricted editing" mode. So sorry for everything. I promise {{tt|I will try to|Read; ''I will certainly''}} change my manners for the better. See you. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 20:28, 20 February 2013 (UTC)
:It nice to hear that; there are users who keep breaking rules till they're blocked and even after the block. And anyaway, all active user make mistakes, even staff members.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 20:44, 20 February 2013 (UTC) <nowiki></nowiki>
::I too wish you a happy birthday. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 20:54, 20 February 2013 (UTC)

== Edit on Banette's page ==

With all due respect, I thought that trivia of Banette fainting was worth including since that was the idea I was going for (it had no energy left to continue fighting). --[[User:PKMNAdventurer|PKMNAdventurer]] ([[User talk:PKMNAdventurer|talk]]) 19:11, 23 February 2013 (UTC)
:Okay sorry, I thought you meant that it is an error. Nevertheless, pointing out the sprite animation is unnotable.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 19:26, 23 February 2013 (UTC)

== Matthew Charles' Return to the Pokemon Dub ==

Excuse me, but I just wanted to say I think it's notable that Matt Charles is back. Sure he only played Sid in the 4Kids dub, but he's back now and he was a prominent 4Kids dub VA in other shows like Marc Thompson, Dan Green, and others. I'm personally very glad he's back and it brought a smile on my face to see him return.{{unsigned|Joshellwu}}
:It would be notable if he used to voice a major character or many minor characters in Pokémon; it can't really be said he "returned" when he voiced only one one-off character. And this is a Pokémon wiki so it doesn't matter if he voices important characters in other shows.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 22:33, 24 February 2013 (UTC)

== IP ==

In case you're wondering why I share my IP with another user, I forgot my password to that account.
YoshiDino90
:You don't, actually.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 21:36, 3 March 2013 (UTC)

== BW116 ==

Now that BW116 is out, could you please unprotect "[[BW116]]" and "[[Ash's Charizard]]"? --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 10:30, 7 March 2013 (UTC)
:I unprotected BW116, but Ash's Charizard wasn't even protected anymore.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 10:45, 7 March 2013 (UTC)

== Wynaut ==

Thank you for reverting my edit, I was going to do it but you were faster =P --[[User:Froggy25|Froggy25]] ([[User talk:Froggy25|talk]]) 18:46, 10 March 2013 (UTC)

== Usertag policy ==

I got your message about the final warning, thanks. Because of that, I just won't edit my userspace anymore. Any time I make 1 EDIT, it always shows up being somewhat like 5 EDITS. This makes no sense, thanks.

[[User:PokefanR|PokefanR]] ([[User talk:PokefanR|talk]]) 00:12, 12 March 2013 (UTC)

==Re: Welcome ==
THANKYOU DENNOU ZENSHI I WILL REMEmBER THAT I HAVE JUST STARTED EDITING AND I AM VERY NEW ............please tell DO U LIKE POKEMON{{unsigned|Viv}}
:Of course I like Pokémon (and maybe I have even before you were born...). Also, ''please use the preview button and read the {{bp|Talk page policy}}''.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 12:03, 12 March 2013 (UTC)

== Quick Question ==

I see how Forretress' trivia was unnotable even though characters in the anime don't usually get anything other than standard Poké Balls. In my defense it was inspired by the first trivia point in Ash's Totodile's Trivia Section. So I'm just honestly wondering why isn't that unnotable as well? [[User:AeroWind|AeroWind]] ([[User talk:AeroWind|talk]]) 19:39, 14 March 2013 (UTC)
:It's more notable because Ash is the main character and he has about three times more Pokémon than Brock. Also, pieces of trivia that say "one of the few" are generally unnotable while the Totodile trivia says he's the only one in something.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 19:46, 14 March 2013 (UTC)
:: Understood. Thank you. [[User:AeroWind|AeroWind]] ([[User talk:AeroWind|talk]]) 19:49, 14 March 2013 (UTC)

== Reverted edit ==

Hello. I know this is a bit late, but on March 4, you reverted my edit here [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Outsider_Pok%C3%A9mon&diff=1859165&oldid=1859160] because "cheating-related things aren't notable". I believe they are. There is an entire article on cheating, in fact, there are five! (Category:Cheating) Hacking is also repeatedly mentioned [[Ilex Forest shrine|here]], and [[List of glitch Pokémon|here]]. That's just what I remember, I'm sure there's a lot more references to cheating/hacking. Apparently, cheating ''is'' notable here. [[User:Pokegen master|Pokegen master]] ([[User talk:Pokegen master|talk]]) 20:19, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
:Well, things done by cheating are notable only if they cause something special. Making Pokémon obey you without Badges doesn't cause anything special to happen.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 21:06, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
::I just found another article [[List of key items in Generation III|here]]. If getting Hoenn-exclusive items in Kanto games(even though they're useless) is notable, then shouldn't making Pokémon that weren't caught by you obey without badges be as well? [[User:Pokegen master|Pokegen master]] ([[User talk:Pokegen master|talk]]) 21:49, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
:::It is noteworthy that RS Key Items are programmed into FRLG. The obeying thing is more akin to saying in every Pokémon article that "this Pokémon can have any move or Ability by hacking".--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 23:26, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
::::Ok, you make a good point. I concede. [[User:Pokegen master|Pokegen master]] ([[User talk:Pokegen master|talk]]) 00:35, 17 March 2013 (UTC)

== Templates initial letter ==

Just because they do ''not'' need to be uppercase, it doesn't make it incorrect. In fact, I started doing it because that's where the templates are located to begin with. [[User:SatoMew2|Sato]][[User talk:SatoMew2|Mew]] 00:24, 17 March 2013 (UTC)
:Yeah, it's not wrong or anything, just saying because adding a uppercase letter takes a little more time and basically everyone uses the lowercase.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 00:40, 17 March 2013 (UTC)

== GS and C staff ==

Can you add the missing staff members, please? I'm looking at the articles but I'm not quite getting the order used for listing them. This will help: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oJ52xqNzIB0 GS] and [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QhsGHCYS400 C]. [[User:SatoMew2|Sato]][[User talk:SatoMew2|Mew]] 00:48, 17 March 2013 (UTC)

== hello again ==
hello dennou i am viv again as i told to u that i am very new to editing bulbapedia i want to ask u that how can i become an administrator in bulbapedia and how will i come to know that i am now an administrator i also want to know wy i can not edit ASH KETHUM page plz tell sir{{unsigned|Viv}}
:The "official" answer is {{bp|FAQ#How do I become an admin?|here}}. Also, I'm sure you won't become an admin if you keep using that kind of language. [[Ash Ketchum]] is protected from new users because it's an important page and is often vandalized or is edited poorly. However but you can post edit requests to the talk page.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 12:11, 19 March 2013 (UTC)

Thank you and now, I will not use short form language
Regards - --[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 12:00, 22 March 2013 (UTC)

== May's fifth starter ==

I think the trivia was referring to Munchlax (PMD and Ranger). But we don't consider Munchlax a starter anymore, so you were right to change it. I just thought I'd answer your edit summary. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 17:34, 20 March 2013 (UTC)
:I was thinking that too, but Skitty is also a starter in PMD and he said that four of them are starters in Generation I...--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 17:52, 20 March 2013 (UTC)

== oops thanks ^^; ==

thanks for fixing my trivia on the May (anime) article. I'm suffering from a double ear infection, with a headache from it. And the Antibiotics are causing me to have Insomia. I was up close to 30 hours when I added that Trivia.

I think at some point I got May and Dawn fused since I was going between their and Iris articles to check on their Pokemon teams for starters.

Anyways, thanks again. Luckily I finally got some sleep so hopefully brain dead moments like that doesn't happen again. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 04:47, 21 March 2013 (UTC)

== But he doesn't own Butterfree anymore? ==

I was only counting the only ones he currently owns. It used to include Charizard until it learned Wing Attack. [[User:AeroWind|AeroWind]] ([[User talk:AeroWind|talk]]) 08:21, 21 March 2013 (UTC)
:But Ash still owned Butterfree and he is still considered as "Ash's Pokémon". Also, the trivia was kind of unnotable in the first place.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 08:30, 21 March 2013 (UTC)

== Thanks! ==

Thanks for catching my mistake on {{TCG ID|Vending|Pidgeotto|S3}}. To be honest, I'm rather frazzled and distracted by the sudden interest in the [[TCG move errors]] page. Our database is no where near ready to tackle that page fully and accurately, and I'm just kind of disappointed no one came to talk to me about my plans for that page before doing it. (There are 3 tasks I wanted to have finished before that move error page was even considered, since they would make that undertaking so much easier.) Anyway, that's not at all your fault...I just appreciate your help in handling some of the debris that is falling because of the work on that page. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 17:29, 21 March 2013 (UTC)

== Pokemon shipwrek ==
In the Hindi dub instead of "Lataak ki Rassi" {Vine Whip} they by mistakenly called it "Dhaga chodo" which literally means
release thread.So I am not objecting you as you are a Senior Administrator but as I know Hindi that move was said wrong.
So I think that your edit should be reverted as I gave the correct information and I am telling you that after that in NO Hindi
dub Vine Whip was called "Dhaga Chodo" from then it was always called "Lataak ki rassi" so I think that was a dub mistake
because not before not afterwards not ever it was called dhaga chodo but I am NOT objecting you but I think you should one
more time think over it.
Thanking You
Yours faithfully
--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 11:20, 24 March 2013 (UTC)
:OK, I understand now what you mean. You can add it back to the page with better wording.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 11:51, 24 March 2013 (UTC)

== edit needed ==

a edit was made to khoureys gible that needs to be fix sorry for this but i suggest it is done soon sorry if i sounded harsh [[User:Icestar649|Icestar649]] ([[User talk:Icestar649|talk]]) 19:13, 24 March 2013 (UTC)
:Done, but you should have been able to revet that yourself.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 19:18, 24 March 2013 (UTC)

== Pokémon Adventures Abilities ==

Where did you get the information about the Abilities of the Pokémon belonging to the non-main characters from? [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 21:25, 24 March 2013 (UTC)
:From [http://family.shogakukan.co.jp/kids/netkun/pokemon/official/zukann/zukann.html this page]; it's the official Pokémon Special website. Clicking the katakana characters shows you Pokémon whose names start with that character.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 21:31, 24 March 2013 (UTC)
::Speaking of Abilities, on the page itself, I wanted to write about how their game mechanics differ from the anime ones such as the ones that do not activate despite meeting the requirements such as {{a|Sand Stream}}, but I don't know how to word it. Also, no one responded to my topic about Cameron's Ferrothorn having the {{a|Iron Barbs}} Ability in [[BW103]]'s talk page. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 03:56, 25 March 2013 (UTC)
:::I'm not sure how to word it either. There can be many reasons why we didn't see anything: 1) the Ability activated, but it simply wasn't seen 2) it's required that you touch the barbs to take damage 3) Ferrothorn has a new Ability or even no Ability at all.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 09:01, 25 March 2013 (UTC)

== Plagiarism ==

On the [http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Wiki Pokemon Wiki], there has been this user who has been stealing content from Bulbapedia. Per what it says on the Frequently asked questions, it states I should tell a staff member. The user who goes by the name of [http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/User%3ABlugo34 Blugo34] is the one who has been doing this, mostly taking the animated .pngs of moves. He has taken a lot, so I'll just list all of them below.
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Retaliate_Move_Game.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Retaliate.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Echoed_Voice_Move_Game.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Echoed Voice.png]]
* [http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Fuchsia_Gym_HGSS.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Fuchsia Gym HGSS.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Amber_Castle_Chambers.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Amber Castle Chambers.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Sparkles_Flashes.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Jasmine Sparkle Flash.png]],
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Unova_Route_20_Map.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Unova Route 20 Map.png]].
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Unova_Route_20_Spring.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Unova Route 20 Spring.png]],
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Escape_Rope_Manga.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Escape Rope Adventures.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Bicycle.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Bag Bicycle Sprite.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Choicespecs.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Bag Choice Specs Sprite.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Ruby_Running_Shoes.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Ruby Running Shoes.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Bag_Dirty_Handkerchief_Sprite.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Bag Grubby Hanky Sprite.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Hallowed_Tower.png This image] is a copy if [[a:File:Hallowed Tower.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28P%29ShinySpriteFemale.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr 4p 178 f s.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28HGSS%29ShinySpriteFemale.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr 4h 178 f s.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28DP%29ShinySpriteFemale.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr 4d 178 f s.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28P%29ShinySpriteMale.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr 4d 178 m s.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28P%29ShinySpriteFemale.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr_4d_178_f_s.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28DP%29ShinySpriteMale.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr_4d_178_m_s.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28Gen.IV%29ShinyBackSpriteMale.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr b 4d 178 m s.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28HGSS%29ShinySpriteMale.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr_4h_178_m_s.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28Gen.IV%29BackSpriteFemale.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr_b_4d_178_f.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28P%29SpriteFemale.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr_4p_178_f.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28HGSS%29SpriteFemale.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr 4h 178 f.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28DP%29SpriteFemale.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr 4d 178 f.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28Gen.IV%29BackSpriteMale.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr b 4d 178 m.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28RS%29ShinySprite.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr 3r 178 s.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28Gen.III%29ShinyBackSprite.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr b 3r 178 s.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28FRLG%29ShinySprite.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr 3r 178 s.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28FRLG%29Sprite.png This image] and [http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28RS%29Sprite.png this image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr 3r 178.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28Gen.III%29BackSprite.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr b 3r 178.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28Gen.II%29ShinyBackSprite.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr_b_2g_178_s.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28Gen.II%29BackSprite.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr b 2g 178.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28S%29ShinySprite.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Spr 2s 178 s.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:PMD_Fiery_Field.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:PMD Fiery Field.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:DynamicPunch_Move_Game.png This image] is copy of [[a:File:DynamicPunch.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Black_White_Iris.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Black White Iris.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Cilan.png This image] is a copy of [[a:File:Black White Cilan.png]]
Along with that, there are a few other images that I'm not sure whether they would fall under plagiarism.
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Hoenn_Route_118.png This image] is a resized version of [[a:File:Hoenn Route 118 E.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Revenge_Move_Game.png This image] is a frame from [[a:File:Revenge.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:534.gif This image] is a .gif version of [[a:File:Ani534MS.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Power_Trick_Move_Game.png This image] is a frame from [[a:File:Power Trick.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Johto_Route_32_Map.png This image] is a frame from [[a:File:Johto Route 32 Map.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:574.gif Yhis image] is a .gif version of [[a:File:Ani574MS.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:575.gif this image] is a .gif version of [[a:File:Ani575MS.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Icon576.gif This image] is a .gif version of [[a:File:Ani576MS.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Endeavor_Move_Game.png This image] is a frame from [[a:File:Endeavor.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Hoenn_Route_113_Map.png This image][ is a frame from [[a:File:Hoenn Route 113 Map.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Johto_Route_46_Map.png This image] is a frame from [[a:File:Johto Route 46 Map.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Smack_Down_Move_Game.png This image] is a frame from [[a:File:Smack Down.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Fantina_Mismagius.png This image] is a resized version of [[a:File:Fantina Mismagius.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Fantina_Misdreavus.png This image] is a resized version of [[a:File:Fantina Misdreavus.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Hallowed_Tower_anime.png This image] is a resized version of [[a:File:Hallowed Tower anime.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28E%29ShinySprite.gif This image] is a .gif version of [[a:File:Spr 3e 178 s.gif]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28C%29ShinySprite.gif This image] is a .gif version of [[a:File:Spr 2c 178 s.gif]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Xatu%28C%29Sprite.gif This image] is a .gif version of [[a:File:Spr 2c 178.gif]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Trump_Card_Move_Game.png This image] is a frame from [[a:File:Trump Card.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Meteor_Mash_Move_Game.png This image] is a frame from [[a:File:Meteor Mash.png]]
*[http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/File:Steamroller.png This image] is a frame from [[a:File:Steamroller.png]]
I may have got a few of the Xatu images on Bulbapedia mixed up. [[User:NOBODY|NOBODY]] ([[User talk:NOBODY|talk]]) 22:35, 24 March 2013 (UTC)
:Thanks for noticing that, but I can't really do anything about it. You should contact {{u|Kogoro}}, as she has the highest rank out of currently active staff members.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 22:53, 24 March 2013 (UTC)

== May and Swablu ==

Hey, Yesterday I edited May's page. I added Swablu to the pokémon May befriended (This happened in [[AG064|True Blue Swablu]]). Today I saw you deleted it, why did you do that? I know this looks like an angry post, but it really isn't. I just want to know the reason for you deleting that edit. Also, I know I edited it a lot of times, but that was because I didn't know of the existence of the preview button, and I apologize for that. [[User:Troock|Troock]] ([[User talk:Troock|talk]]) 16:19, 25 March 2013 (UTC)
:You didn't read my edit summary, did you? You weren't the first person who tried to add it. This is the {{u|Kenji-girl|Head of Anime's}} explanation when she removed Swablu one time: "''Keep in mind that main characters make friends with a lot of Pokemon. Manaphy is the only acception'' <{{wp|sic}}> ''here because the bond was much deeper.''"--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 16:29, 25 March 2013 (UTC)
::Okay, thanks, I understand. And sorry, I didnt read your edit summary, where can I find edit summary's? [[User:Troock|Troock]] ([[User talk:Troock|talk]]) 17:11, 25 March 2013 (UTC)
:::Edit summaries are optional, but there are many ways to see them such as [[Special:RecentChanges|recent changes]] and history pages (which you can find next to "edit this page" link).--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 17:19, 25 March 2013 (UTC)
::::Thanks! I'll definitely keep that in mind! [[User:Troock|Troock]] ([[User talk:Troock|talk]]) 17:26, 25 March 2013 (UTC)

== HELP ==
I want to ask you that how can I upload an image like if I want to upload an image in bw 121 and I have one image so what can I do to upload that image one more thing your name is like DENNO SENSHI that is electric soldier porygon whats your real name.--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 11:44, 26 March 2013 (UTC)
:Uploading images happens on Bulbagarden Archives, so you have create an account there. I've never uploaded images, but it's explained [[a:Archives:FAQ|here]]. Yeah, my username comes from [[EP038|Dennou Senshi Porygon]] ''and'' [[Porygon-Z (Pokémon)|Porygon-Z]]. I don't really want to tell my real name but it sounds a little like my username. And no, it's not [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKX2fT5_9gM Dennis].--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 12:00, 26 March 2013 (UTC)

== Base stat total of 479 Category deletion ==

I'm confused about why you deleted the Category "Pokémon with a base stat total of 479", Skuntank has a base stat total of 479, so currently it's a wanted page. -[[User:IVsaur|EVsandIVsaurs]] 12:58, 29 March 2013 (UTC)
:The category was unused when I deleted it because a user had changed Skuntank's Speed stat from 84 to 85 without anybody noticing.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 14:26, 29 March 2013 (UTC)
::Got it. -[[User:IVsaur|EVsandIVsaurs]] 14:31, 29 March 2013 (UTC)

== Red link question ==

I noticed yesterday while I was removing several red links from the [[Special:WantedPages]] section that the top requested pages... were not that requested. As in the World Trainer class being linked to on 167 pages despite the fact that almost all of those pages don't have that text anywhere on the page. Any idea why this error occurs? ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 15:19, 29 March 2013 (UTC)
:Yes they have, in the {{template|TrainerNav}} template, when you fully open it.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 15:34, 29 March 2013 (UTC)
::Did not even notice that, thanks for pointing that out to me. ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 15:40, 29 March 2013 (UTC)

== Cloyster shell ==

Even if it is a facsimile shell, the image is a good addition to the trivia section -- the fact that they make fake cloyster shells is interesting trivia in itself. I will simply note that the shell could be a fake as it is never actually confirmed that it came from a real cloyster.{{unsigned|Qprime}}

== Asking Eevee ==
Dennou voitko selittää minulle, miten Eevee kehittyy sylveon.--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 12:13, 5 April 2013 (UTC)
:Sylveon'''iksi'''. Sitä ei tiedetä vielä, mutta todennäköisesti aivan uudella tavalla.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 14:20, 5 April 2013 (UTC)

== Mewtwo's new form ==

Please search for this file:///C:/Users/user/Desktop/h6890f5e7-jpeg%20(1)Mew22.jpg [[User:Gelato Gelato|Gelato Gelato]] ([[User talk:Gelato Gelato|talk]]) 13:03, 6 April 2013 (UTC)Gelao Gelato
:Umm... I can't open it for obvious reasons, but if is just one of [http://pokebeach.com/2013/04/a-new-forme-of-mewtwo-revealed-for-16th-movie-question these pictures], it is not confirmed to be real. In fact, that article explains why they are most likely fake.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 13:15, 6 April 2013 (UTC)

== I'm Sorry? ==

I saw the preview myself, and this appears in a scene in the preview. I've since looked at the prior episode and see it's the Light Stone that N has. [[User:CycloneGU|CycloneGU]] ([[User talk:CycloneGU|talk]]) 00:24, 7 April 2013 (UTC)
:Synopses shouldn't be written until the episode has aired.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 00:29, 7 April 2013 (UTC)
::"Future episode - This article is about an episode of the Pokémon anime that has not yet aired anywhere in the world. As such, '''it is a reflection of what is currently known about the episode''', rather than coverage of the episode as a whole."
::Last I checked, Pikachu becoming possessed (again) is "something known about the episode". I see no rule saying it can't be included. If such bits are not to be added until it has aired, then the bit at the top should say that specifically.
::As for the poorly written bit, why not improve it rather than remove it? [[User:CycloneGU|CycloneGU]] ([[User talk:CycloneGU|talk]]) 00:32, 7 April 2013 (UTC)
::Not sure if you're replying to this, I'm standing by waiting. Just want to know this and I'll be off, I have other things to do as well. [[User:CycloneGU|CycloneGU]] ([[User talk:CycloneGU|talk]]) 00:49, 7 April 2013 (UTC)
:::Synopsis is "''a brief or condensed statement giving a general view of some subject. ''" or "''a brief summary of the plot of a novel, motion picture, play, etc.''", while you just added two random things about the episode, with one of them being speculative.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 10:04, 7 April 2013 (UTC)
::::Three things, actually: 1. Pikachu becomes possessed; 2. Pikachu attacks Ash; 3. N still has and holds up at one point the Light Ball. Nothing of speculation there. However, if you judge it not enough for that section, I am powerless to say otherwise, obviously. Still not the spirit of a true Wiki, but that's just my opinion. [[User:CycloneGU|CycloneGU]] ([[User talk:CycloneGU|talk]]) 15:05, 7 April 2013 (UTC)
:::::Still, what you wrote wasn't a synopsis, just random things. The only kind of synopsis that can be added to future episode articles is one that is translated from an episode summary from a Japanese website or magazine. It's a rule. Also, I have never seen any wiki to write what happens in a movie/episode trailer/preview. In fact; the "truest" wiki, Wikipedia, has very strict rules about editing future movie pages.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 15:44, 7 April 2013 (UTC)
::::::Yeah, I am familiar with Wikipedia (I call it the "original Wiki"). However, I took the header on the page as an OK to add what I added. Clearly I misunderstood. [[User:CycloneGU|CycloneGU]] ([[User talk:CycloneGU|talk]]) 05:07, 8 April 2013 (UTC)

== Preview stuff ==

I already spoke to him about using the preview button, then writes [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User_talk:Pattyman#Show_Preview.3B_Save_Page this] on my talk page. After explaining to him about writing down the information on an external device first, he continues to not use the preview button as seen on [[Pokémon Paradise|this page]]. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 18:03, 7 April 2013 (UTC)
:Sorry, just passing through.
:I have to admit I can sometimes be guilty of letting a mistake slip through even when previewing, and it's not until the edit goes live that I notice the mistake. In other cases, I realize minutes after saving that I made a mistake, or think I should rewrite something. Things like that can happen. I've actually been "instructed" on the Preview button, which as a Wikipedia editor myself I already know about (and yes, what I described happens to me there as well). Sometimes it's not necessary to instruct someone of something like that. If it becomes a consistent pattern, better to find out the reason than assume they don't know what tools exist. [[User:CycloneGU|CycloneGU]] ([[User talk:CycloneGU|talk]]) 05:11, 8 April 2013 (UTC)

== Favour ==
Can you do me a favour can u make that table like yours in the userpage in which it is written GENDER AGE HOMETOWN ETC ETC if u cnnot make in my userpage then tell me how to insert it thanks--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:57, 8 April 2013 (UTC)
:You already seem to have some kind of table there, but if you want more information, use something like [[Hiori|this]] and change/add information and colors. But before that, you have to make mainspace edits because of the {{bp|userspace policy}}.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 10:37, 8 April 2013 (UTC)

== why ==
u reverted my edit--[[User:Goat123|Goat123]] ([[User talk:Goat123|talk]]) 10:50, 8 April 2013 (UTC)
==Missing info==
Hello! I just wanted to let you know that there is some information missing from [[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Category:Illus._by_Kouki_Saitou|this page]]. Kouki Saitou also illustrated the Raichu 2010 card #33/90 (I don't think this card even has a page!) I think this Raichu was from this [[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Unleashed_(TCG)|this set]], but I'm not positive. I hope you are able to fix this slight mistake.

Thanks,

[[User:Emitewiki2|Emitewiki2]] ([[User talk:Emitewiki2|talk]]) 02:32, 9 April 2013 (UTC)
:[[Raichu (Undaunted 33)]]. The Japanese release was in 2009; the english in 2010. We do not currently have an image for the English card. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 03:13, 9 April 2013 (UTC)

== query ==
the pokemon which evolve in games with trading does they evolve in anime by leveling up?--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 06:28, 19 April 2013 (UTC)
:Shelmet and Karrablast evolved by trading, so I'm pretty sure the others do as well. Regardless, no Pokémon evolve by leveling up in the anime.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 09:06, 19 April 2013 (UTC)

== Movetcg template ==

I'd like to see an example page. I have a lot more ideas that I wanted to see represented through this template than I think you prepared for. I'd like to work with you with this to make sure it is done completely correctly. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 21:34, 19 April 2013 (UTC)
:I already made [[User talk:Dennou Zenshi/Template:Movetcg|this]]. Feel free to tell what other things it should represent.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 21:55, 19 April 2013 (UTC)
::My vision goes as follows
::*I wanted then to be designed more like {{TCG|Unown}} and the others, with the sections labeled "Attacks" (For all the typical appearances), "Pokémon Powers" (for things like [[Blastoise (Base Set 2)|Raindance]], "Poké-Bodies" (can't thin of an example right now, "Poké-Powers" (Raindance again on Feraligatr Prime), "Abilities" (Transform), "Trainer cards" (for {{TCG|Flash}} and {{TCG|Recycle}})... and maybe "altered forms(?)" for things like Super Confusion?
:::*All of these sections would then have appropriate columns, because cost and damage aren't appropriate for things like abilities
::*Things should be sortable. Not sure how many of them yet... but at least MS and card(name).
::*Definitely chronological order (but that was probably just because you were pulling examples).
::*I'd like to see expansion information in here somehow, but I'm not quite sure how, because I know it can get quite out of hand...maybe just initial release? Yeah. That sounds fine. but, instead of all of it being in one continuous row, maybe the English release could be on the equivalent of [[Kyurem (TCG)|enset, enrarity, and ennum]] and the Japanese release could be on the equivalent enset2, enrarity2, and ennum2.
::I think all together this gives us as columns to be MS (except for with the Trainer Card section), Cardname (this contains the link, but does not have the page name), Initial Release (with the six unlabeled minisections of enset, enrarity, ennum, jpset, jprarity, jpnum), Localized As (which will have the English attack name, essentially what your notes section is doing for Hop, but more straightforward. Should be blank if the card is Japanese only), Cost (only for attacks), Damage (only for attacks), Effect (your card text section). Any notes that are necessary, I would like them to be represented similar to how things are [[Unown_(Pokémon)#By breeding|here]], with 1 asterisk meaning 1 note, 2 meaning the second note, and whatnot.
::That's all I have to say initially... ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 23:47, 19 April 2013 (UTC)
:::Now [[User talk:Dennou Zenshi/Template:Movetcg|the example page]] has examples of pretty much everything I can think of. It's not sortable yet, though. Also, maybe the entries should be colored according to the card's type, as the attack's type is the same as the card's type.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 16:57, 20 April 2013 (UTC)
::::I'd like the card type coloring better. Okay, now, lots of progress has been made. There are just a few more details that I'd like to bring out.
::::*Currently, we have the overarching opening of the table as the column names. I would love if it was switched to be the individual headers (Attack, Power, Body, Ability) with the column names below each section, with the overarching header of the template to be the attack/ability game name. That way each of the separate section can have their own different column headers, to make more room for the ones that need it. Powers/Bodies/Abilities/Trainer card have a lot of text for their effects, and having Cost and damage there just takes up space and makes the table unnecessarily longer.
::::*The section names to be renamed as "As an Attack", "As a Pokémon Power", etc.
::::*Card type should probably be a column (named "Type"). That way the color of the blanks in the row an be the type color.
::::*I like the white section backgrounds of {{TCG|Kyurem}} more. I would love this template to do that too.
::::*I'd like the English part and the Japanese part of the initial release section to each be exactly half of the height of each row. Essentially, equal height.
::::*Japanese cards should have N/A in their Localized As box.
::::*I'd honestly like to get rid of the "the move cannot be legitimately learned by this Pokémon in the games." note. This section is supposed to be detailing the move as it appears in the TCG, and not the Pokémon that learn the move. If people want that information, they can read the cards' origin sections. Also, it helps with the following point, which having only one note makes it better. Also, with moves like {{m|Thunder Jolt}}, having that note after every single card but Pikachu is a bit annoying.
::::*Notes should be merged into Localized As with the two symbols right after the name (or N/A), so Safeguard* is how it would look.
::::*This template will also hopefully be used for things like [[List of Abilities in Pokémon Conquest|Conquest Abilities]], and possibly Warrior Skills, and definitely moves only from Smash, Mystery Dungeon, and XD Gale of Darkness, so if that were to change anything in the template...
::::That's all I can think of now. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 22:51, 20 April 2013 (UTC)
:::::One more thing. Forget my "altered forms" note earlier. that could get out of hand and subjective, which I'd like to avoid. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 22:57, 20 April 2013 (UTC)
:::::[[User talk:Maverick Nate/TCG Progress Report|About your note here]], would that even be necessary if the section names are titled "As an Attack", "As a Pokémon Power", etc...? ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 22:33, 22 April 2013 (UTC)
::::::Well, no. That message was posted before this discussion, so you can ignore it. And I continue the work when I have enough time, presumably this week.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 22:51, 22 April 2013 (UTC)
:::::::OH! I think I ignored the times because nuva kal posted something new above it. I was a bit confused. sorry! ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 23:46, 22 April 2013 (UTC)

== My revision ==

Why did you take away my revision about bulbasaur?
--[[User:Jwb141|Jwb141]] ([[User talk:Jwb141|talk]]) 20:31, 21 April 2013 (UTC)
:Because it's pretty obvious and wouldn't belong to the intro anyway.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 20:50, 21 April 2013 (UTC)

== Talk page ==

I notice that nobody has been responding to my talk page posts {{tt|lately|counted 4 of them in a row}} despite waiting two weeks, and I had to resort to going to a us
er talk page every-time. <strike>I even waited</strike> [[Talk:Headbutt_(move)#Editing_issues|This one]] was a recently skipped post even though it was important. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 22:46, 26 April 2013 (UTC)
:I managed to edit it after ''many'' tries.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 08:45, 27 April 2013 (UTC)
::What about why people aren't responding to my posts? [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 16:23, 27 April 2013 (UTC)
:::Honestly, it doesn't happen ''that'' often. But I think it's because nobody just simply can answer to those questions. The best way to avoid it is to just {{wp|Wikipedia:Be bold|be bold}}. That's how '''I''' got golden awards and became a staff member.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 16:59, 27 April 2013 (UTC)
::::Now I see the whole picture. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 19:42, 27 April 2013 (UTC)
:::::I actually meant to post an answer to that question, but I guess I forgot to. Kogoro said that the page has too much content on it which is causing the server to time out. I believe she's working to fix the problem. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 02:04, 28 April 2013 (UTC)

== contribution ==
I have made a major contribution in [[BW125]] please check if the language part is right
Thanks..........
--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 09:26, 3 May 2013 (UTC)
:Language was okay, but you should use {{bp|link templates}}, such as <nowiki>{{an|Cilan}}</nowiki>.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 09:45, 3 May 2013 (UTC)
One more query that if Ash has carried Charizard to the decolora islands or not?--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 11:43, 3 May 2013 (UTC)
:Yes, I'm pretty sure he has.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 11:45, 3 May 2013 (UTC)

== Previous 2 edits ==

Hi! I'm kinda new to all this, so I just wanted to thank you for correcting one of my edits (don't know what I was thinking) and ask you about the other. For the Damage Modification article, on the Damage Formula, you said that my edit did not make sense. What I meant to say was that if the user of an attack deals a critical hit on the target, the damage formula enters "2" as the type value if the attack is super effective, but "1" otherwise. I'm almost 100% sure on that, but if you could help me reword that or tell me what is wrong with it, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

PS: Another edit I wanted to make was that "other" should include abilities, such as Blaze, Iron Fist, etc. but I wasn't sure how to word that either.

Cheers!

[[User:Slkr95|Slkr95]] ([[User talk:Slkr95|talk]]) 03:44, 6 May 2013 (UTC)
:There is already a "Critical" value (1 or 2) between "Type" and "other":

:[[File:ModifierCalc.png]]

:Also, I added "Abilities" to the list.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 06:39, 6 May 2013 (UTC)

I understand that there is a separate critical value already placed in the equation. However, if a critical hit is dealt on a type that would find the attack not very effective, it would still make the Type value a minimum of 1, as it disregards the type effectiveness if it is not very effective. This was so, if a Fire type attack is used against a Water/Rock Pokemon, yet a critical hit is dealt, it does not deal 1/2x (1/4 * 2) the damage, but rather 2x (1 * 2) the damage (not accounting for the other facotors).

[[User:Slkr95|Slkr95]] ([[User talk:Slkr95|talk]]) 22:35, 7 May 2013 (UTC)
:Well, that's (pretty obviously) not true. In my tests, Timburr's Brick Break dealt always 6 or 7 damage without and 12 or 13 damage with a critical hit to Sigilyph, ''not'' about 50 damage. The only things critical hits ignore are listed [[Damage modification#Generation II onwards|here]]--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 08:31, 8 May 2013 (UTC)

== Tide's page ==

I had the idea too with [[Tide]]'s page being named Tide but something else came up. I got Tide's japanese name when I searched on here (Brine, prior to the revelation of being unrelated to tide, and Whirlpool had the now-called Shio translation). Good thing you were there to fix the translations. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 23:42, 10 May 2013 (UTC)
:The problem was that while "'''しお'''" ''means'' "tide", it is ''read as'' "shio", because Japanese and English obviously have different words for the same things. Learning to read {{wp|katakana}} and {{wp|hirakana}} is pretty easy and very useful for anyone who watches, reads, and plays Japanese anime, manga, and games, respectively. I learned it three years ago when I was 15.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 00:02, 11 May 2013 (UTC)
::Very helpful. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 00:04, 11 May 2013 (UTC)

== confusion ==
i have a confusion that elekid and electrabuzz were seen in original series then why electiwire was called a new discovered pokemon from sinnoh by gary please answer--[[User:Viv|viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 12:46, 20 May 2013 (UTC)
:Because they didn't know [[Electirizer|how to evolve Electabuzz]]. By the way, you shouldn't really ask so many general questions here. You should go to the forums instead.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 12:58, 20 May 2013 (UTC)
==Untitled==
Can you tell me what was wrong with the: Pinsir category I added on the Pin missile page; so i know for next time.--[[User:Japhes|Japhes]] ([[User talk:Japhes|talk]]) 16:02, 8 June 2013 (UTC)
:Uhh...you didn't add a category. You made a talk page post that was against the {{bp|talk page policy}}; talk pages shouldn't be used for posting opinions about the subject of the article. And by the way, Pinsir ''shouldn't'' learn Pin Missile just because it has small spikes in its horns.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 15:34, 9 June 2013 (UTC)

==Jessie==
In Jessie's achievements I have added that Princess runner-up is that right?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 03:31, 10 June 2013 (UTC)
:Yes, it's okay, but it should have had a link to the [[Princess Day]] article.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 08:57, 10 June 2013 (UTC)
And in don't touch that dile in Misty's fantasy there are lots of Water type Pokémon but they are not mentioned like Seaking Dewgong etc.
So should I add them ?{{unsigned|Viv}}
:I don't remember that scene and can't find it from the episode pictures. But if it really was there, you can add them with a (fantasy) note.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 18:06, 10 June 2013 (UTC)

== Pokémon X and Y ==
I have Physiology of Pokémon like [[Clauncher]], [[Noivern]], [[Talonflame]] and many more Pokémon but I can't edit can you help me?--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 15:50, 12 June 2013 (UTC)
:Just post the description to the talk page and an admin will add it to the article (unless the language is so bad that somebody else should write it instead).--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 16:12, 12 June 2013 (UTC)

== [[PDP03]] ==

Could "Combine Power" or "Combine Strength" be an accurate translation for '''力を合わせて'''? Since the plain form of 合わせて is the verbal '''あわせる''', which means to unite, to match (speed/strength/rhythm/etc), to combine, etc, I don't see something like "Combine Strength" or "Match Strength" being inaccurate. Especially if the specific chapter is about Ash's Pikachu and Dawn's Piplup working together to defeat that Drapion (or so I assume based on the title page scan). ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 01:04, 16 June 2013 (UTC)
:Yes, I think it works better.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 01:16, 16 June 2013 (UTC)

== Evolutions ==
So no I didn't see it, but its true. Who says you can be the one to not let it be added? Maybe it could be met in the middle saying that due to the similarities, or that their was a rumor just like Marowak's, where the evolutions were switched. Its an idea and then people would stop adding it maybe. It could work.
*Im also going to base my page on here off of yours, if you dont mind since its different than wikipedia and I dont have much to add. This way I can get it started [[User:Black60Dragon|'''Black''''''Dragon''']] 21:57, 16 June 2013 (UTC)

Sorry for moving the discussion too. [[User:Black60Dragon|'''Black''''''Dragon''']] 22:18, 16 June 2013 (UTC)
:Because this is a wiki, there shouldn't be rumors in trivia section even they say they're just rumors. Also, the evolution switch rumor has some counterarguments, such as the [[List of Pokémon by index number (Generation I)|index numbers of Generation II Pokémon]] and Caterpie being specifically based on a butterfly larva. And yes, you can base your page on my page, just don't make it ''too'' similar.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 22:38, 16 June 2013 (UTC)

Ok I just saw it and thought I should add it. Still its interesting trivia. Right now I just blanked your page and am editing and adding stuff to make it mine. And will make it different when Im finished.
[[User:Black60Dragon|'''Black''''''Dragon''']] 22:49, 16 June 2013 (UTC)

Also is there like a section where I can find the userboxes so I can add more. I know there is on wikipedia and I have a ton there. If there is a list or something I would like to add more to my page, if you could direct me to it. [[User:Black60Dragon|'''Black''''''Dragon''']] 22:56, 16 June 2013 (UTC)
:Yes, it's [[:Category:User tags|Category:User tags]]. By the way, please remove all user tags that have false information (such as Golden Eevee/Pikachu ones) as soon as possible.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 23:02, 16 June 2013 (UTC)

Yeah of course. I got most of them but am still doing that. Like I removed the "top contributor" ones
and stuff and will later when I finish my page. But thanks for the link. [[User:Black60Dragon|'''Black''''''Dragon''']] 17:14, 17 June 2013 (UTC)

'''BULLY'''! and yes. [[User:Black60Dragon|'''Black''''''Dragon''']] 17:14, 19 June 2013 (UTC)

==Thanks==
...for catching that. I didn't realize that I still had those tags there. — [[User:KCorp4000|K]][[User Talk:KCorp4000|C]] 19:32, 20 June 2013 (UTC)

Can I ask why I'm not an autoconfirmed user? I have been here long enough --[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 11:53, 21 June 2013 (UTC)
:According to your user rights page, you should be. Is there something you cannot do? Also, you should start using the new section (+) button when you're making talk page posts.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 14:49, 21 June 2013 (UTC)

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On [http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/Ash%27s_Bulbasaur#Trivia this site] the last trivia of [[Bulbasaur]] is quiet similar??Is that stolen??--[[User:Viv|Viv]] ([[User talk:Viv|talk]]) 08:31, 22 June 2013 (UTC)
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:I went ahead and protected it. '''''[[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]]''''' 22:08, 23 June 2013 (UTC)

Platinum (Adventures)

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'''Platinum Berlitz''' (Japanese: '''プラチナ・ベルリッツ''' ''Platinum Berlitz'') is a main character in the manga series [[Pokémon Adventures]] and the female main character for the {{chap|Diamond & Pearl}} and the {{chap|Platinum}} story arcs. At first, she was only known by her family name; her given name is the same as the then unreleased third version to {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}: {{v2|Platinum}}.

For her skills, she is given the title of '''"{{p|Uxie|Understander}}"''' (知る者 ''Understander'').

==Character==
Platinum is a member of the house of Berlitz, a 200-year old and {{wp|zaibatsu|extremely financially powerful family}} of [[Sinnoh]]. She wears diamond and pearl rings. She does not give her name to commoners, instead insisting that they refer to her as '''Lady{{tt|*|Missy in the Chuang Yi versions}}''' (Japanese: '''お嬢様''' ''Ojōsama'', a term used to refer to the daughter of someone of high class).

She is very knowledgeable as a result of reading lots of books during her childhood. However, since beginning her journey she has decided that it is better to actually experience as much as possible. For this reason, Platinum challenges the [[Gym]]s of Sinnoh and also takes on other challenges such as the {{pkmn|Super Contest}}s of [[Hearthome City]]. She has shown a natural tendency to recognize patterns and has an almost encyclopedic knowledge of various areas of Sinnoh and Pokémon in general, although towards the beginning of her journey, she had difficulty dealing with wild Pokémon. Despite her knowledgeable nature, Platinum originally had troubles with managing her money but was able to overcome this in her challenge of the Battle Castle. Being highly knowledgeable, she is associated with {{p|Uxie}}.

Platinum is amazed by the closeness of Pearl and Diamond, as well as their various skills: Pearl's assortment of {{pkmn|battle|battling}} advice and Diamond's ability to cook [[Poffin]]s and instincts on Pokémon. She also is an audience for their various Manzai attempts and is amused by them at times. Platinum often can be demanding of Pearl, annoying him. Platinum is also unaware of a [[CommonerShipping|crush]] Diamond has on her. It seems that, after saving her from [[Team Galactic]], Platinum gains respect for Diamond and Pearl, by calling them by their first names, but, she still refuses to give her name. The boys assume her name is "Lady", hearing it from Pearl's [[Chatler]], who repeated it from a conversation between Platinum and her butler. After formally accepting them as her bodyguards and friends, she revealed her real name to them.

==History==
==={{chap|Diamond & Pearl}}===
[[File:Platinum Berlitz.png|thumb|left|Platinum in the seventh chapter]]

Platinum is introduced at the beginning of the seventh chapter as a member of the ancient Berlitz family, which has a tradition for its member's coming of age to travel to the peak of [[Mt. Coronet]] to obtain materials to make their personal family crest. At the suggestion of the Berlitz's butler, {{adv|Sebastian}}, her father hired [[Paka and Uji|two bodyguards]] to protect her on her journey. [[Professor Rowan]] provided her with three [[Pokédex]]es, three [[Pokétch]]es, and the three Sinnoh [[starter Pokémon]] so that Platinum would share them with her bodyguards to assist him in his research.

However, because {{adv|Diamond}} and {{adv|Pearl}} coincidentally match the bodyguards' description—one in a red scarf and the other in a green scarf—Platinum presumes they are her bodyguards instead, and the duo think that this journey is a sort of {{wp|Reality television|reality TV show}}. Platinum assumed that they were actually her bodyguards, chosen so the trio would not seem odd.

After several misadventures, the three reach [[Oreburgh City]] where Platinum plans to have her first Gym Battle. Platinum goes to challenge the Oreburgh Gym and battles the Gym Leader, [[Roark]]. Despite initial troubles, Platinum manages to defeat him with the assistance of Diamond and Pearl. Next, the group arrives at the [[Floaroma Town]] where they meet the daughter of the [[Valley Windworks]] Manager whose father had gone missing. They go to the Windworks to find out what happened and is attacked by a [[Mars|mysterious woman]]. Platinum watches as she defeats Diamond and Pearl and escapes with a windmill. After watching the two boys risk their lives, she gains a new set of respect for them and starts calling them by their first names.

After an adventure in the [[Old Chateau]], Platinum and her traveling companions meet [[Gardenia]], the [[Eterna City]] Gym Leader. After getting acquainted with her, Platinum begins training for her next Gym battle; the training causes Piplup, [[Chimler]], and [[Tru]] to evolve into their first stage forms. They meet [[Cynthia]], a passerby that had witnessed the evolution of their Pokémon who offers to help her with her Gym training. Next, Platinum challenges the Gym where she battles against Gardenia. Platinum manages to defeat her after taking advantage of Gardenia's battle strategy. They are given bikes by [[Rad Rickshaw]] who believes that they had rescued him from the clutches of [[Team Galactic]] and with the help of Diamond and Pearl, she learns how to ride it.

Next, the group travels to [[Mt. Coronet]] where they are attacked by [[Cyrus]], the leader of Team Galactic because they were annoying him. After being rescued from the rubble by Diamond and a [[Rayler|wild Luxray]], they arrive at [[Hearthome City]] where enters the {{pkmn|Super Contest}}. After a misunderstanding, the audience decides to sabotage Platinum's performance and she becomes discouraged. Despite the initial trouble, with some encouragement from Diamond, Platinum is able to win the Contest; she then takes Diamond and Pearl to accept the Ribbon together, as they helped her through it. They later meet the Hearthome Gym Leader, [[Fantina]], and she takes them to the [[Lost Tower]] where Platinum watches two Trainers battle against some Pokémon.
[[File:Platinum dress.png|thumb|right|200px|Platinum during a Super Contest]]
After separating from Fantina, Platinum, Diamond, and Pearl arrive in [[Solaceon Town]], where they meet the [[Pokémon News Press]] and help a pair of {{p|Unown}} find their friends in the [[Solaceon Ruins]]. After arriving at [[Veilstone City]], Platinum finds the [[Veilstone Game Corner]], and mistakes it for a hotel. Platinum develops a slight gambling addiction and continues playing the slots until Diamond and Pearl find her and take her to the hotel they were staying at. After practicing with an item that Platinum had won at the slots, they almost hit a young woman with an {{m|Ember}} fired by Chimler. The girl introduces herself to them as the Veilstone Gym Leader, [[Maylene]], and accepts Platinum's Gym challenge. Later, at the Gym, Platinum, Diamond, and Pearl go through the Gym and they eventually get to Maylene's location.

As they begin battling, Platinum is shocked to find out that her Pokédex has gone missing and without it, she is unable to concentrate. After Diamond (who she had sent to find her Pokédex) reports to Pearl that he had found the Pokédex, he and Platinum get into a brief argument about Platinum breaking her promise to not go back to the Game Corner. Platinum quickly regains her composure and is able to defeat Maylene and reveals that she had never gone back to the Game Corner, but was almost tempted to.

After they walk in the dark streets of Veilstone after defeating Maylene, Platinum is knocked out by two unknown figures (actually her real bodyguards, Paka and Uji) and taken to the [[Veilstone Department Store]]. Eventually, she wakes up while Diamond, Pearl, Paka, and Uji battle Team Galactic outside and decides to work out with the exercise equipment she found inside of it.

Later, after the conflict with Team Galactic is resolved, Platinum, Diamond, and Pearl travel to Lake Valor, where they meet [[Dr. Footstep]]. After a wild {{p|Hippowdon}} sends them flying, Platinum and Diamond land near the lake and are attacked by two {{tc|Scientist}}s that were preventing anyone from going near it. They eventually defeat the scientists and meet up with Pearl and Dr. Footstep.

Later, at the [[Great Marsh]], Platinum, Diamond, and Pearl try to capture some Pokémon for Platinum to use in her Gym battle against the [[Pastoria City]] Gym Leader, [[Crasher Wake]]. After a series of failed events, Platinum just opts for borrowing Diamond's Tru and goes to the Gym despite being covered in mud. Platinum goes through the Gym, reaches Crasher Wake, and after a tough battle, is able to defeat him with Tru.

They later travel to the {{si|Pokémon Mansion}} where they meet up with Cynthia again and help her with a {{p|Psyduck}} outbreak on [[Sinnoh Route 210|Route 210]]. They meet Cynthia's grandmother and follow her to the [[Celestic Town]] so that they can see the ruins. The ruins are attacked by the leader of Team Galactic, Cyrus, who battles Diamond and Pearl while Platinum and Cynthia's grandmother watch from the sidelines. After Cyrus makes his leave, Platinum and the others meet up with Fantina again and fly to her Gym at Hearthome City. After some training, Platinum challenges the Gym where she finds some difficulty because of the Gyms challenge forcing Trainers to think logically with math problems and then dropping that logic while facing Fantina. Fantina has her {{p|Mismagius}} create confusing illusions during the battle, causing the knowledgeable and logical Platinum to get painful headache. With some encouragement from Pearl, Platinum manages to overcome the illusion and is able to defeat Fantina.

Soon after, Platinum and the others find a news report on Fantina's television about Professor Rowan and his assistant, Platinum's father, having gone missing. Platinum, worried about her father, immediately sets off to [[Canalave City]], the place where they went missing, and ends up in the [[Canalave Gym]] after hearing her fathers voice inside of it. There, the group meets Gym Leader [[Byron]] and Platinum, believing him to be the cause of her fathers disappearance, attacks and easily defeats his Pokémon. After some clearing up, Platinum finds out that Byron did in fact, not kidnap the scientists, but is instead trying to figure out how to free them from a special cage that a [[Advanced level Grunt|Galactic Grunt]] had trapped them in.
[[File:Platinum new clothes.png|file|thumb|230px|Platinum's new clothes]]
Platinum goes to talk to her father and Professor Rowan and is shocked to find out that Diamond and Pearl are not her true bodyguards and that they have been lying to her the whole time. Needing some time to think, Platinum runs off; later that night, Platinum approached by the Advanced level Grunt while sleeping, he frees the Professor and Platinum's father and reveals Team Galactic's plans to her. The next day, after Diamond and Pearl have revealed everything to Byron, Professor Rowan, and Sir Berlitz and are about to leave, Platinum stops them, reads a letter that is filled with apologies for every time she has lied to them and finally tells them her full name.

Ignoring her father's protests, Platinum decides that she, Diamond, and Pearl shall split up to save the [[legendary Pokémon]] from the clutches of Team Galactic. After receiving the Mine Badge from Byron, Platinum sets off to northern area, [[Snowpoint City]] which holds [[Lake Acuity]]. The next morning, while in a hotel, Platinum sheds tears over to the fact that the sound her Pokédex makes when it is near Diamond and Pearl's, the "morning sound", is not playing, showing that she is truly alone for the first time.

After arriving at [[Sinnoh Route 216|Route 216]], Platinum decides to try skiing and accidentally ends up angering a group of {{p|Graveler}} on her first attempt. She manages to get away from them but gets caught in the snowstorm and almost freezes to death before being saved by Snowpoint Gym Leader, [[Candice]]. After putting on her new coat, Platinum notices Maylene walking through the snow and joins her while she gives her a tour of Snowpoint. After Maylene tells Platinum about Lake Acuity, she runs off to the [[Snowpoint Gym]] to get permission to go there by Candice.

After literally plowing her way through the Gyms challenge, Platinum reaches Candice and begins battling her. Though Platinum starts off with the advantage, things quickly get bad for her but she eventually manages to defeat Candice with the help of her newest team member, {{p|Lopunny}}. After receiving the Icicle Badge from Candice, she and Maylene join Platinum in her goal to stop Team Galactic from blowing up the three lakes. After taking a shortcut, they all eventually make it to Lake Acuity where they are confronted by one of the Team Galactic Commanders, [[Jupiter]]. Despite their best efforts, Jupiter is far too powerful for any of them to handle and are subsequently defeated. Jupiter succeeds in capturing {{p|Uxie}} while Platinum is forced to take Candice, Maylene, and herself to a [[Snowpoint Temple|mysterious temple]] while she has her Rapidash use his flames to protect them from the cold. Before falling unconscious, Platinum hears the sound of a Pokémon and tries to capture it in case it tries to attack them but falls asleep before she can; her Poké Ball then rolls into the temple, revealing a mysterious {{p|Regigigas|silhouette}}.

[[File:Berlitz crest.png|thumb|left|200px|Platinum's brooch with her family crest on it]]
Later, Platinum wakes up in the Snowpoint Pokémon Center with no idea as to how she got there. Deciding to get stronger, Candice calls Byron and tells him to send a strong person to train them for a rematch with Jupiter. They go to the [[Spring Path]] to meet up with their tutor, the Sunyshore Gym Leader, [[Volkner]]. Due to a misunderstanding, Volkner loses interest in training them but with some begging from Platinum, he changes his mind and agrees to help while also making the training a Gym Battle.

After finishing her training and receiving the Beacon Badge, Platinum rushes off to the [[Galactic Veilstone Building]] while Candice and Maylene stay behind to finish their training. Platinum manages to easily sneak inside thanks to a previously laid distraction made by Pearl and begins searching for the [[Lake guardians]]. As she searches, her Pokédex begins ringing the morning sound, telling Platinum that Pearl and Diamond are somewhere nearby. Platinum manages to maneuver through a room filled with smoke and a loud painful noise created by the battle with Diamond and the Advanced level Grunt and reaches the container that has Uxie locked inside of it but is trapped inside with the Advanced level Grunt's {{p|Cradily}}. Realizing the Grunt's obsession with the Pokédex will be his weakness, Diamond commands the other two to sacrifice their Pokédexes in order to distract them. Though painful at first, they do it, distracting the Grunt's Pokémon long enough for all three to press the button that would release {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, and {{p|Azelf}}.

Cynthia finds the three lying on the ground, knocked unconscious from the light that the Lake guardians created, and hastily takes them to the [[Spear Pillar]]. While traveling on [[Cynthia's Garchomp]], Platinum gives Diamond a {{p|Mamoswine}} that he names Moo and reveals her newly earned Icicle and Beacon Badges. They eventually reach the Spear Pillar and the effect of {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}'s battle causes time and space to distort around them. While Diamond and Pearl battle Dialga and Palkia, Platinum and Cynthia find the Gym Leaders, all knocked out from a previous battle by Cyrus. Candice, Gardenia, and Maylene all manage to wake up and give Platinum a {{p|Froslass}}, {{p|Cherrim}}, and {{p|Pachirisu}} but an attack fired from Dialga and Palkia breaks their Poké Balls, preventing them from being used. The attack causes a scroll that Cynthia was holding to fall out; Platinum picks it up and is able to read the archaic text on it that reveals the powers of Dialga and Palkia.

Time and Space begin to distort even further, sending people and Pokémon to random locations, even sending Dr. Footstep to the Spear Pillar. A black hole begins to form in the sky and begins sucking everyone into it while Platinum, Pearl, and Diamond try to keep the unconscious Gym Leaders from being sucked into it. As Diamond battles Dialga and Palkia with his newly acquired {{p|Regigigas}} and gives a speech on his view of Time and Space, Platinum realizes that his words are causing an imbalance on the Red Chain that is controlling the dragons. Platinum commands Diamond and Pearl to attack Dialga and Palkia at full power and they succeed in destroying the Red Chain, freeing them from Cyrus's control. Dialga and Palkia defeat Cyrus and the Sinnoh [[Pokédex holder]]s celebrate their victory with a fist bump while Cynthia, Dialga and Palkia smile right next to them.

With Cyrus defeated and Platinum being on the Spear Pillar, she manages to make the crest that she had set out to do at the beginning of the seventh chapter. Platinum learns of the fate of her original bodyguards from Diamond and Pearl and decides that she has to go rescue them. As they go to take the Gym Leaders and Cyrus to the hospital, Diamond spots someone spying on them with a strange machine. Byron, the [[Underground Man]], Sir Berlitz, and Professor Rowan, all emerge from the ground and when Byron takes the machine from the man, it causes {{p|Giratina|mysterious black tentacles}} to shoot from the black hole and pull Dialga, Palkia, and the unconscious Cyrus into it. The man introduces himself as [[Charon]] and makes his escape; Diamond's {{DL|Diamond (Adventures)|Kit}} manages to steal a notebook from him just before he disappears from view.

Next, Platinum's mother, Professor Yanase Berlitz, is seen on a ship and receives a call from Platinum. She tells her daughter that they have found where Paka and Uji may have been sent to, the [[Distortion World]].

==={{chap|Platinum}}===
The eighth chapter opens up with Platinum writing a letter to her mother that reveals that she is going to the [[Battle Zone]] alone while Diamond and Pearl are investigating the notes that were taken from Charon. She buys a [[villa]] and decides to use it as her base of operations. Platinum notices someone approaching her and attacks with her Lopunny; the person is revealed to be member of the International Police, [[Looker]]. They team up so that they can gather information about the Distortion World from the people in the Battle Zone.

After an accident involving Lady [[Caitlin]], Platinum decides to challenge the [[Battle Castle]] first. They travel to the Battle Castle and Platinum starts her challenge of the facility. At first, it seems like Platinum can easily get through the challenge but starts getting worried when she learns she has to manage her Castle Points, and as a rich young woman, managing is something she has never done before. Eventually, she manages to reach the Frontier Brain, [[Castle Valet Darach]], and does battle with him. Despite initial trouble, she manages to defeat him, learning how to manage her assets in the process.

After winning her first [[commemorative print]], she and Looker are introduced to [[Buck]], who had overheard them talking about [[Stark Mountain]]. Buck takes a picture of Team Galactic and goes to Stark Mountain under the belief that they are sneaking around there to capture the legendary Pokémon {{p|Heatran}} while Platinum and Looker go back to the villa to decide what their next plan is. The next morning, Platinum goes to the [[Battle Arcade]] after being entranced by the odd music of the Battle Arcade's spokesman.

She goes through the Battle Arcade easily thanks to the skills she had gained by playing on the slots in Veilstone City. Eventually she reaches the Frontier Brain, [[Arcade Star Dahlia]], and begins battling her. Due to an unexpected earthquake, Platinum is unable to press the button that signifies the event the battle will have and Dahlia does it instead. The roulette stops on the Pokémon swap button, causing Platinum and Dahlia to switch their teams. Platinum, unable to harm her own Pokémon, has troubles fighting Dahlia but some words of encouragement from the Arcade Star allow her to turn the battle around and defeat her.
[[File:Platinum Pokémon return.png|thumb|left|200px|Platinum's Pokémon with Looker and Buck]]
After thanking her injured Pokémon, Dahlia gives her the commemorative print and takes her to [[Factory Head Thorton|Thorton]], another Frontier Brain that knows more about the Distortion World than she does. When they try to talk to him, the videophone's reception breaks up, preventing Platinum from getting the information she needed. Platinum decides to go and challenge the Battle Factory and meet up with Thorton in person instead.

Before going to the Battle Factory, Platinum reveals that she chose that location not because of the fact that she can get the information she needed, but instead because of the fact that the Battle Factory uses [[rental Pokémon]]. Having waited five hours since Looker left for Stark Mountain, a worried Platinum takes her newly-healed {{p|Pachirisu}}, {{p|Froslass}}, and {{p|Cherrim}} from the storage system and sends them and her other three Pokémon off to help Looker.

Afterwards, she challenges the Battle Factory and is determined to win for Looker and her Pokémon. Eventually, Platinum reaches the final match and meets Thorton but is taken aback by his quirky nature. Despite Thorton's belief that knowledge is important in battles, Platinum proves that her knowledge is far more superior and defeats him. After receiving the commemorative print, Platinum meets the two remaining Frontier Brains, [[Tower Tycoon Palmer]] and [[Hall Matron Argenta]].

Next, Platinum challenges the Battle Hall and faces Argenta in battle. It is revealed that after meeting Palmer and Argenta, her Pokémon had returned from Stark Mountain with a heavily injured Looker and Buck with them. With the Froslass she received from Candice, Platinum succeeds in defeating Argenta, much to Palmer's surprise. After receiving her fourth print, Palmer takes her to a room with Darach, Thorton, and [[Riley]] inside.

Touched by their determination to help her despite the Battle Frontier losing its connection to the Sinnoh mainland, Platinum is reminded of her times with Diamond and Pearl. After talking to Palmer, she figures out that he is Pearl's father and compliments the skills he passed onto his son, embarrassing Palmer in the process.

Later, after the proper preparations have been made, Platinum, along with Palmer, Riley, [[Cheryl]], and [[Mira]] leave to the Distortion World. After traveling far enough, they arrive at the [[Spring Path]], but find that [[Marley]] has been captured by the [[Advanced level Grunt]]. However, the Grunt reveals that he does not want to fight and has escaped from Team Galactic. Platinum forces him to take them to where the Distortion World is and gets a call from Pearl who tries to inform her that Diamond was killed in their battle against Charon.

They go to the [[Sendoff Spring]] and enter the Distortion World, but get separated upon arriving due to the dimension's strange gravity. There, Platinum meets her real bodyguards, Paka and Uji, and witnesses Volkner and his friend, Flint, fighting Giratina, only to lose.

Not long after, Diamond and Pearl arrive while riding on Dialga's back after they hear her voice. After they reunite with Paka and Uji, the Advanced level Grunt returns the stolen Pokédexes back to their proper owners.

As the battle between the legendary Pokémon continues getting more and more chaotic, everyone begins to gather together. When Charon decides to escape, Platinum, Pearl, and Diamond each take a different legendary Pokémon to fly and chase after him before he can trap everyone inside the Distortion World. They fly and eventually make it outside to Sunyshore City, where Charon is finished off by a surprise attack from Cynthia.

Charon tries to escape like he did at the Spear Pillar, only to be cornered by Platinum, Pearl, and Diamond. Although defeated, Charon refuses to give up, and uses his machine to try and make Platinum, Pearl, and Diamond's Pokémon attack each other. The machine is quickly destroyed by a toy of Proteam Omega, which is revealed to be possessed by Rotom.

With Charon defeated, everyone who was left behind in the Distortion World emerges from it safe and unharmed. Cyrus disbands Team Galactic, but thanks the three before leaving with Mars, Saturn, and Jupiter. Giratina tries to attack one last time, but is stopped by Volkner and Flint and is driven back into the Distortion World by Dialga and Palkia, this time without any desire for revenge.

Charon is arrested by Looker, who gives Diamond a Pokémon Egg given to him from the Fiore Region before leaving to his next mission in Unova. Having emerged from everything victorious, the three give each other a fist bump. Later, Platinum watches as the sole audience member as Diamond and Pearl gives her a comedy routine, which she hadn't seen in a while.

Sometime later, at the Solaceon Day Care Center, Diamond and Pearl train with {{p|Phione}}, a Pokémon that hatched from the Pokémon Egg that Looker gave them. Platinum giggles as the two play with the Pokémon and get into a brief argument. The owners of the Day Care recall of a {{adv|Gold|Trainer}} that hatched a [[Togebo|Pokémon]] with a similar personality to his in the Johto region.
==Pokémon==
===On hand===
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|gender=male
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Rapidash
|stage1=Ponyta
|type1=Fire
|img=Platinum Rapidash.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc={{p|Rapidash}} is a Pokémon that Platinum took from home as a {{p|Ponyta}}. A fairly weak battler, he is Platinum's means of transportation. He evolved in [[Canalave City]]. He is currently at level 59 and has a Modest nature.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|gender=female
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Empoleon
|stage1=Piplup
|stage2=Prinplup
|type1=Water
|type2=Steel
|img=Platinum Empoleon.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc={{p|Empoleon}}, as a {{p|Piplup}}, was given to Platinum by [[Professor Rowan]] for her journey. She {{p|Prinplup|evolved}}, along with [[Tru]] and [[Chimler]], during a training session in [[Eterna City]]. She evolved again later in the [[Veilstone City]] Department Store sometime around ''[[PS360|Great Gible]]''. She is often used by Platinum and is her strongest Pokémon. She is currently at level 68 and has a Serious nature.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|gender=female
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Lopunny
|type1=Normal
|img=Platinum Lopunny.png
|img_size=150px
|epnum=PS388
|epname=To and Fro with Froslass
|desc={{p|Lopunny}} is a new capture on Platinum's team. She was caught while Platinum was on her way to [[Lake Acuity]]. She has not been used in many battles, but she was able to defeat [[Candice]]'s {{p|Abomasnow}}. She is currently at level 51 and has a Naive nature.

Lopunny's known moves are {{m|Jump Kick}}, {{m|Healing Wish}}, {{m|Focus Blast}} and {{m|Dizzy Punch}}, and her Ability is {{a|Cute Charm}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|gender=female
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Froslass
|type1=Ice
|type2=Ghost
|img=Platinum Froslass.png
|epnum=PS388
|epname=To and Fro with Froslass
|desc={{p|Froslass}} was given to Platinum by [[Candice]]. She was first seen when Platinum sent her, along with the rest of her party, to help [[Looker]] at [[Stark Mountain]]. After they returned, she was used in Platinum's challenge at the {{DL|Battle Frontier (Generation IV)|Battle Hall}}. She is currently at level 60 and has a Quiet nature.

Froslass's known moves are {{m|Wake-Up Slap}} and {{m|Ice Shard}}, and her Ability is {{a|Snow Cloak}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Cherrim
|gender=female
|type1=Grass
|img=Platinum Cherrim.png
|img2=Platinum Cherrim Sunny Adventures.png
|img_size=120px
|img2_size=180px
|epnum=PS414
|epname=VS Dialga and Palkia IV
|desc={{p|Cherrim}} was given to Platinum by [[Gardenia]]. She was sent off with the rest of Platinum's Pokémon to help Looker. She is currently at level 49 and has a Docile nature.

Cherrim's only known move is {{m|SolarBeam}}, and her Ability is {{a|Flower Gift}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Pachirisu
|gender=female
|type1=Electric
|img=Platinum Pachirisu.png
|img_size=120px
|epnum=PS414
|epname=VS Dialga and Palkia IV
|desc={{p|Pachirisu}} was given to Platinum by [[Maylene]] who received her from [[Volkner]]. She was sent off with the rest of Platinum's Pokémon to help [[Looker]]. She is currently at level 53 and has a Quirky nature.

Pachirisu's known moves are {{m|Captivate}} and {{m|Last Resort}}, and her Ability is {{a|Run Away}}.}}

===Temporary===
{{TrainerPoké
|main=Chimler
|trainer=Pearl
|pkmn=Monferno
|gender=male
|type1=Fire
|type2=Fighting
|img=Chimler Monferno.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc=Platinum gave Chimler (Japanese: サルヒコ Saruhiko) when he was a {{p|Chimchar}} to {{adv|Pearl}} who she thought was her bodyguard. Way after Chimler evolved into {{p|Monferno}}, he was given to Platinum to challenge [[Maylene]] in Veilstone City. She gave Chimler back after she was done with her Gym challenge.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Chatler
|trainer=Pearl
|pkmn=Chatot
|gender=male
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Chatler.png
|img_size=199px
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc=Chatler (Japanese: ペラヒコ Perahiko) was given to Platinum to challenge Maylene in Veilstone City. She gave Chatler back after she was done with her Gym challenge.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Tru
|trainer=Diamond
|pkmn=Torterra
|gender=male
|type1=Grass
|type2=Ground
|img=Tru Torterra.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc=Platinum delivered Tru (Japanese: るー Rū) when he was a {{p|Turtwig}} to {{adv|Diamond}} who she thought was her bodyguard. He was given to Platinum once again when he became a {{p|Torterra}}. She used Tru to battle [[Crasher Wake]]. After her Gym battle was done, she gave Tru back to Diamond.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Lax (Adventures)
|trainer=Diamond
|pkmn=Munchlax
|gender=male
|type1=Normal
|img=Platinum Munchlax Adventures.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc='''Lax''' was given to Platinum to battle [[Fantina]]. After finishing her Gym battle, she returned Lax to Diamond.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|gender=female
|trainer=Fantina
|pkmn=Drifblim
|type1=Ghost
|type2=Flying
|img=Platinum Drifblim.png
|epnum=PS351
|epname=Perturbed by Pachirisu
|desc=Fantina lent her {{p|Drifblim}} to Diamond and Platinum so that they could get to Canalave quickly as there was no other way for them to get there. It was later given to Diamond and later returned to Fantina at the Spear Pillar.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Diamond
|gender=male
|pkmn=Mamoswine
|type1=Ice
|type2=Ground
|img=Diamond Moo.png
|epnum=PS411
|epname=Double Trouble with Dialga and Palkia I
|desc={{DL|Diamond (Adventures)|Moo}} (Japanese: むー Mū) was originally Platinum's Pokémon who she caught because it reminded her of Diamond. Eventually, she gave it away to Diamond.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dahlia
|pkmn=Ludicolo
|type1=Water
|type2=Grass
|img=Platinum Ludicolo Adventures.png
|epnum=PS422
|epname=VS Ivysaur
|desc={{p|Ludicolo}} was one of the Pokémon owned by Dahlia that was switched under the rules of the Pokémon swap. It did heavy damage to Platinum's Rapidash with its powerful {{type|Water}} moves.

Ludicolo's only know move is {{m|Waterfall}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dahlia
|pkmn=Medicham
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Fighting
|img=Platinum Medicham Adventures.png
|epnum=PS422
|epname=VS Ivysaur
|desc={{p|Medicham}} was one of the Pokémon owned by Dahlia that was switched under the rules of the Pokémon swap. It defeated Platinum's Rapidash, causing Platinum to win the match. Later, it was returned to its original Trainer.

None of Medicham's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dahlia
|pkmn=Togekiss
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Platinum Togekiss Adventures.png
|epnum=PS422
|epname=VS Ivysaur
|desc={{p|Togekiss}} was one of the Pokémon owned by Dahlia that was switched under the rules of the Pokémon swap. It was easily defeated in one hit by Platinum's Lopunny. Later, it was returned to its original Trainer.

Togekiss's known moves are {{m|Air Slash}}, {{m|Aura Sphere}}, {{m|Hyper Beam}}, and {{m|Psychic}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Cresselia
|gender=female
|type1=Psychic
|img=Palmer Cresselia Adventures.png
|epnum=PS432
|epname=Alternate Dimension Showdown II
|desc={{p|Cresselia}} was borrowed by Platinum to chase Charon and Giratina when the two tried to escape from the Distortion World to the real world.}}

===Rented in Battle Factory===

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Qwilfish
|type1=Water
|type2=Poison
|img=Platinum Qwilfish Adventures.png
|epnum=PS426
|epname=VS Kakuna
|desc={{p|Qwilfish}} was a [[rental Pokémon]] used in the Battle Factory. It was used against Thorton and contributed to the defeat of his {{p|Ledian}} before being knocked out by his {{p|Ursaring}}.

Qwilfish's known moves are {{m|Toxic Spikes}}, {{m|Pin Missile}}, {{m|Destiny Bond}}, and {{m|Rollout}} and its Ability is {{a|Poison Point}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Platinum Grimer Adventures.png
|epnum=PS426
|epname=VS Kakuna
|desc={{p|Grimer}} was a rental Pokémon used in the Battle Factory.

None of Grimer's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Loudred
|type1=Normal
|img=Platinum Loudred Adventures.png
|epnum=PS426
|epname=VS Kakuna
|desc={{p|Loudred}} was a rental Pokémon used in the Battle Factory. It was used against Thorton and did heavy damage to his {{p|Tyranitar}} before being knocked out.

Loudred's known moves are {{m|Stomp}} and {{m|Roar}}, and its Ability is {{a|Soundproof}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Kadabra
|type1=Psychic
|img=Platinum Kadabra Adventures.png
|epnum=PS426
|epname=VS Kakuna
|desc={{p|Kadabra}} was a rental Pokémon used in the Battle Factory. It was used against Thorton and managed to defeat his {{p|Ursaring}}, making Platinum the winner.

Kadabra's known moves are {{m|Miracle Eye}}, {{m|Psycho Cut}}, {{m|Focus Punch}}, and {{m|Drain Punch}}.}}

==Achievements==
===[[Badge]]s obtained===
[[File:Sinnoh Gym Badges Adventures.png|thumb|right|200px|Platinum's eight [[Sinnoh]] Gym [[Badge]]s]]
* {{Badge|Coal}} (''[[PS342|A Conk on Cranidos's Cranium]]'')
* {{Badge|Forest}} (''[[PS347|Ring Around the Roserade (II)]]'')
* {{Badge|Cobble}} (''[[PS357|Magnificent Meditite & Really Riolu II]]'')
* {{Badge|Fen}} (''[[PS366|Floatzel and Jetsam]]'')
* {{Badge|Relic}} (''[[PS373|Mirages of Mismagius II]]'')
* {{Badge|Mine}} (''[[PS377|Hurrah for Rapidash]]'')
* {{Badge|Icicle}} (''[[PS388|To and Fro with Froslass]]'')
* {{Badge|Beacon}} (''[[PS405|Shorting Out Electivire]]'')

===[[Ribbon]]s obtained===
* [[Cool Contest|Cool]] [[List of Ribbons in the games#Sinnoh Super Contest Ribbons|Ribbon]] (''[[PS351|Perturbed by Pachirisu]]'')
* {{DL|List of Ribbons in the games|Footprint Ribbon}} (''[[PS363|Dramatic Drapion & Crafty Kricketune II]]'')

===[[Commemorative print|Prints]] obtained===
[[File:Castle Print Adventures.png|thumb|right|Platinum's Castle Print]]
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation IV)#Battle Castle|Castle Print]] (''[[PS420|VS Gallade II]]'')
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation IV)#Battle Arcade|Arcade Print]] (''[[PS425|VS Heatran]]'')
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation IV)#Battle Factory|Factory Print]] (''[[PS428|VS Ledian]]'')
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation IV)#Battle Hall|Hall Print]] (''[[PS429|VS Dragonite]]'')

==Trivia==
* In the beginning of the ''Diamond & Pearl'' chapter of Pokémon Adventures, there were some moments where Platinum's first name was actually said, but her first name was always covered by another speech bubble to show that it was drowned out by that person's speech.
* Platinum is one of three Pokédex holders to have a known last name, the other two are {{adv|Blue}} and {{adv|Sapphire}}. Out of the three, she is the only one not to share her last name with an in-game {{pkmn|professor}}, as she is not related to one.
* Platinum is the only female Pokédex holder who does not name her Pokémon.
* [[James]], [[Juan]] and [[Selphy]] also have butlers named Sebastian.
* As pointed out by [[Byron]], Platinum managed to break the [[Timeline of Ruby and Sapphire's 80-day challenge|80-day]] record of obtaining all [[Badge]]s of one region, previously held by {{adv|Sapphire}}.
**She obtained six Badges in just 25 days, while Sapphire had obtained three Badges in the same amount of time.
* Platinum is the only character in Pokémon Adventures based on a female player character to be the main titular arc of her own, unlike Green, Crystal, Sapphire, and White, who all shared the title of their arc with another character, and Yellow, who was not based on a playable female character.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{platinum color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{platinum color}}"
|-
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
|お嬢様 ''Ojōsama'' プラチナ・ベルリッツ ''Platinum Berlitz''
|A respectful term used to refer to the daughter of a high-class family. From {{game|Platinum}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|English
|Lady (VIZ) Missy (Chuang Yi) Platinum Berlitz
|A respectful term used to refer to a woman. Refers to a young woman. From {{game|Platinum}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Korean
|아가씨 ''Agassi'' 플래티나 베를리츠 ''Platina Bereulich''
|Refers to a young woman. From {{game|Platinum}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
|大小姐 ''Dàxiǎojiě'' 普蘭汀娜·貝爾里慈 ''Pǔlántīngnà Bèi’ěrlicí''
|A respectful term used to refer to the daughter of a high-class family. Transliteration of her Japanese name.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Thai
|คุณหนู ''Koon-noo'' พลาติน่า เบลิซ ''Platina Belitz''
|A respectful term used to refer to the daughter of a high-class family. From {{game|Platinum}}.
|}{{-}}

==External links==
* [http://family.shogakukan.co.jp/kids/netkun/pokemon/official/story/comic/character/new_ojyou/new_ojyou_2007.html Netkun on Ojōsama] (Japanese)
* [http://family.shogakukan.co.jp/kids/netkun/pokemon/official/story/comic/character/platinum/platinum.html Netkun on Platinum] (Japanese)

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{{CharInfobox|
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bordercolor={{platinum color dark}} |
name=Platinum Berlitz|
jname=プラチナ・ベルリッツ|
tmname=Platinum Berlitz|
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image=Platinum Dawn.png|
size=136px|
caption=Platinum in the {{chap|Platinum}}|
age=yes|
years=12 (as of [[List of rounds in the eighth chapter of Pokémon Adventures|the seventh chapter]])|
birthday=October 27th|
gender=Female|
hometown=[[Sandgem Town]]|
region=[[Sinnoh]]|
relatives={{DL|Pokémon Professor|In the Pokémon Adventures manga|House of Berlitz}}|
colors=yes|
eyes=Gold, Silver|
hair=Dark Blue|
trainer=yes |
trainerclass= {{pkmn|Trainer}}|
game=counterpart |
counterpart={{ga|Dawn}}|
leader=no |
team=no |
brain=no |
anime=counterpart |
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epnum=DP001|
epname=Following A Maiden's Voyage!|
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'''Platinum Berlitz''' (Japanese: '''プラチナ・ベルリッツ''' ''Platinum Berlitz'') is a main character in the manga series [[Pokémon Adventures]] and the female main character for the {{chap|Diamond & Pearl}} and the {{chap|Platinum}} story arcs. At first, she was only known by her family name; her given name is the same as the then unreleased third version to {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}: {{v2|Platinum}}.

For her skills, she is given the title of '''"{{p|Uxie|Understander}}"''' (知る者 ''Understander'').

==Character==
Platinum is a member of the house of Berlitz, a 200-year old and {{wp|zaibatsu|extremely financially powerful family}} of [[Sinnoh]]. She wears diamond and pearl rings. She does not give her name to commoners, instead insisting that they refer to her as '''Lady{{tt|*|Missy in the Chuang Yi versions}}''' (Japanese: '''お嬢様''' ''Ojōsama'', a term used to refer to the daughter of someone of high class).

She is very knowledgeable as a result of reading lots of books during her childhood. However, since beginning her journey she has decided that it is better to actually experience as much as possible. For this reason, Platinum challenges the [[Gym]]s of Sinnoh and also takes on other challenges such as the {{pkmn|Super Contest}}s of [[Hearthome City]]. She has shown a natural tendency to recognize patterns and has an almost encyclopedic knowledge of various areas of Sinnoh and Pokémon in general, although towards the beginning of her journey, she had difficulty dealing with wild Pokémon. Despite her knowledgeable nature, Platinum originally had troubles with managing her money but was able to overcome this in her challenge of the Battle Castle. Being highly knowledgeable, she is associated with {{p|Uxie}}.

Platinum is amazed by the closeness of Pearl and Diamond, as well as their various skills: Pearl's assortment of {{pkmn|battle|battling}} advice and Diamond's ability to cook [[Poffin]]s and instincts on Pokémon. She also is an audience for their various Manzai attempts and is amused by them at times. Platinum often can be demanding of Pearl, annoying him. Platinum is also unaware of a [[CommonerShipping|crush]] Diamond has on her. It seems that, after saving her from [[Team Galactic]], Platinum gains respect for Diamond and Pearl, by calling them by their first names, but, she still refuses to give her name. The boys assume her name is "Lady", hearing it from Pearl's [[Chatler]], who repeated it from a conversation between Platinum and her butler. After formally accepting them as her bodyguards and friends, she revealed her real name to them.

==History==
==={{chap|Diamond & Pearl}}===
[[File:Platinum Berlitz.png|thumb|left|Platinum in the seventh chapter]]

Platinum is introduced at the beginning of the seventh chapter as a member of the ancient Berlitz family, which has a tradition for its member's coming of age to travel to the peak of [[Mt. Coronet]] to obtain materials to make their personal family crest. At the suggestion of the Berlitz's butler, {{adv|Sebastian}}, her father hired [[Paka and Uji|two bodyguards]] to protect her on her journey. [[Professor Rowan]] provided her with three [[Pokédex]]es, three [[Pokétch]]es, and the three Sinnoh [[starter Pokémon]] so that Platinum would share them with her bodyguards to assist him in his research.

However, because {{adv|Diamond}} and {{adv|Pearl}} coincidentally match the bodyguards' description—one in a red scarf and the other in a green scarf—Platinum presumes they are her bodyguards instead, and the duo think that this journey is a sort of {{wp|Reality television|reality TV show}}. Platinum assumed that they were actually her bodyguards, chosen so the trio would not seem odd.

After several misadventures, the three reach [[Oreburgh City]] where Platinum plans to have her first Gym Battle. Platinum goes to challenge the Oreburgh Gym and battles the Gym Leader, [[Roark]]. Despite initial troubles, Platinum manages to defeat him with the assistance of Diamond and Pearl. Next, the group arrives at the [[Floaroma Town]] where they meet the daughter of the [[Valley Windworks]] Manager whose father had gone missing. They go to the Windworks to find out what happened and is attacked by a [[Mars|mysterious woman]]. Platinum watches as she defeats Diamond and Pearl and escapes with a windmill. After watching the two boys risk their lives, she gains a new set of respect for them and starts calling them by their first names.

After an adventure in the [[Old Chateau]], Platinum and her traveling companions meet [[Gardenia]], the [[Eterna City]] Gym Leader. After getting acquainted with her, Platinum begins training for her next Gym battle; the training causes Piplup, [[Chimler]], and [[Tru]] to evolve into their first stage forms. They meet [[Cynthia]], a passerby that had witnessed the evolution of their Pokémon who offers to help her with her Gym training. Next, Platinum challenges the Gym where she battles against Gardenia. Platinum manages to defeat her after taking advantage of Gardenia's battle strategy. They are given bikes by [[Rad Rickshaw]] who believes that they had rescued him from the clutches of [[Team Galactic]] and with the help of Diamond and Pearl, she learns how to ride it.

Next, the group travels to [[Mt. Coronet]] where they are attacked by [[Cyrus]], the leader of Team Galactic because they were annoying him. After being rescued from the rubble by Diamond and a [[Rayler|wild Luxray]], they arrive at [[Hearthome City]] where enters the {{pkmn|Super Contest}}. After a misunderstanding, the audience decides to sabotage Platinum's performance and she becomes discouraged. Despite the initial trouble, with some encouragement from Diamond, Platinum is able to win the Contest; she then takes Diamond and Pearl to accept the Ribbon together, as they helped her through it. They later meet the Hearthome Gym Leader, [[Fantina]], and she takes them to the [[Lost Tower]] where Platinum watches two Trainers battle against some Pokémon.
[[File:Platinum dress.png|thumb|right|200px|Platinum during a Super Contest]]
After separating from Fantina, Platinum, Diamond, and Pearl arrive in [[Solaceon Town]], where they meet the [[Pokémon News Press]] and help a pair of {{p|Unown}} find their friends in the [[Solaceon Ruins]]. After arriving at [[Veilstone City]], Platinum finds the [[Veilstone Game Corner]], and mistakes it for a hotel. Platinum develops a slight gambling addiction and continues playing the slots until Diamond and Pearl find her and take her to the hotel they were staying at. After practicing with an item that Platinum had won at the slots, they almost hit a young woman with an {{m|Ember}} fired by Chimler. The girl introduces herself to them as the Veilstone Gym Leader, [[Maylene]], and accepts Platinum's Gym challenge. Later, at the Gym, Platinum, Diamond, and Pearl go through the Gym and they eventually get to Maylene's location.

As they begin battling, Platinum is shocked to find out that her Pokédex has gone missing and without it, she is unable to concentrate. After Diamond (who she had sent to find her Pokédex) reports to Pearl that he had found the Pokédex, he and Platinum get into a brief argument about Platinum breaking her promise to not go back to the Game Corner. Platinum quickly regains her composure and is able to defeat Maylene and reveals that she had never gone back to the Game Corner, but was almost tempted to.

After they walk in the dark streets of Veilstone after defeating Maylene, Platinum is knocked out by two unknown figures (actually her real bodyguards, Paka and Uji) and taken to the [[Veilstone Department Store]]. Eventually, she wakes up while Diamond, Pearl, Paka, and Uji battle Team Galactic outside and decides to work out with the exercise equipment she found inside of it.

Later, after the conflict with Team Galactic is resolved, Platinum, Diamond, and Pearl travel to Lake Valor, where they meet [[Dr. Footstep]]. After a wild {{p|Hippowdon}} sends them flying, Platinum and Diamond land near the lake and are attacked by two {{tc|Scientist}}s that were preventing anyone from going near it. They eventually defeat the scientists and meet up with Pearl and Dr. Footstep.

Later, at the [[Great Marsh]], Platinum, Diamond, and Pearl try to capture some Pokémon for Platinum to use in her Gym battle against the [[Pastoria City]] Gym Leader, [[Crasher Wake]]. After a series of failed events, Platinum just opts for borrowing Diamond's Tru and goes to the Gym despite being covered in mud. Platinum goes through the Gym, reaches Crasher Wake, and after a tough battle, is able to defeat him with Tru.

They later travel to the {{si|Pokémon Mansion}} where they meet up with Cynthia again and help her with a {{p|Psyduck}} outbreak on [[Sinnoh Route 210|Route 210]]. They meet Cynthia's grandmother and follow her to the [[Celestic Town]] so that they can see the ruins. The ruins are attacked by the leader of Team Galactic, Cyrus, who battles Diamond and Pearl while Platinum and Cynthia's grandmother watch from the sidelines. After Cyrus makes his leave, Platinum and the others meet up with Fantina again and fly to her Gym at Hearthome City. After some training, Platinum challenges the Gym where she finds some difficulty because of the Gyms challenge forcing Trainers to think logically with math problems and then dropping that logic while facing Fantina. Fantina has her {{p|Mismagius}} create confusing illusions during the battle, causing the knowledgeable and logical Platinum to get painful headache. With some encouragement from Pearl, Platinum manages to overcome the illusion and is able to defeat Fantina.

Soon after, Platinum and the others find a news report on Fantina's television about Professor Rowan and his assistant, Platinum's father, having gone missing. Platinum, worried about her father, immediately sets off to [[Canalave City]], the place where they went missing, and ends up in the [[Canalave Gym]] after hearing her fathers voice inside of it. There, the group meets Gym Leader [[Byron]] and Platinum, believing him to be the cause of her fathers disappearance, attacks and easily defeats his Pokémon. After some clearing up, Platinum finds out that Byron did in fact, not kidnap the scientists, but is instead trying to figure out how to free them from a special cage that a [[Advanced level Grunt|Galactic Grunt]] had trapped them in.
[[File:Platinum new clothes.png|file|thumb|230px|Platinum's new clothes]]
Platinum goes to talk to her father and Professor Rowan and is shocked to find out that Diamond and Pearl are not her true bodyguards and that they have been lying to her the whole time. Needing some time to think, Platinum runs off; later that night, Platinum approached by the Advanced level Grunt while sleeping, he frees the Professor and Platinum's father and reveals Team Galactic's plans to her. The next day, after Diamond and Pearl have revealed everything to Byron, Professor Rowan, and Sir Berlitz and are about to leave, Platinum stops them, reads a letter that is filled with apologies for every time she has lied to them and finally tells them her full name.

Ignoring her father's protests, Platinum decides that she, Diamond, and Pearl shall split up to save the [[legendary Pokémon]] from the clutches of Team Galactic. After receiving the Mine Badge from Byron, Platinum sets off to northern area, [[Snowpoint City]] which holds [[Lake Acuity]]. The next morning, while in a hotel, Platinum sheds tears over to the fact that the sound her Pokédex makes when it is near Diamond and Pearl's, the "morning sound", is not playing, showing that she is truly alone for the first time.

After arriving at [[Sinnoh Route 216|Route 216]], Platinum decides to try skiing and accidentally ends up angering a group of {{p|Graveler}} on her first attempt. She manages to get away from them but gets caught in the snowstorm and almost freezes to death before being saved by Snowpoint Gym Leader, [[Candice]]. After putting on her new coat, Platinum notices Maylene walking through the snow and joins her while she gives her a tour of Snowpoint. After Maylene tells Platinum about Lake Acuity, she runs off to the [[Snowpoint Gym]] to get permission to go there by Candice.

After literally plowing her way through the Gyms challenge, Platinum reaches Candice and begins battling her. Though Platinum starts off with the advantage, things quickly get bad for her but she eventually manages to defeat Candice with the help of her newest team member, {{p|Lopunny}}. After receiving the Icicle Badge from Candice, she and Maylene join Platinum in her goal to stop Team Galactic from blowing up the three lakes. After taking a shortcut, they all eventually make it to Lake Acuity where they are confronted by one of the Team Galactic Commanders, [[Jupiter]]. Despite their best efforts, Jupiter is far too powerful for any of them to handle and are subsequently defeated. Jupiter succeeds in capturing {{p|Uxie}} while Platinum is forced to take Candice, Maylene, and herself to a [[Snowpoint Temple|mysterious temple]] while she has her Rapidash use his flames to protect them from the cold. Before falling unconscious, Platinum hears the sound of a Pokémon and tries to capture it in case it tries to attack them but falls asleep before she can; her Poké Ball then rolls into the temple, revealing a mysterious {{p|Regigigas|silhouette}}.

[[File:Berlitz crest.png|thumb|left|200px|Platinum's brooch with her family crest on it]]
Later, Platinum wakes up in the Snowpoint Pokémon Center with no idea as to how she got there. Deciding to get stronger, Candice calls Byron and tells him to send a strong person to train them for a rematch with Jupiter. They go to the [[Spring Path]] to meet up with their tutor, the Sunyshore Gym Leader, [[Volkner]]. Due to a misunderstanding, Volkner loses interest in training them but with some begging from Platinum, he changes his mind and agrees to help while also making the training a Gym Battle.

After finishing her training and receiving the Beacon Badge, Platinum rushes off to the [[Galactic Veilstone Building]] while Candice and Maylene stay behind to finish their training. Platinum manages to easily sneak inside thanks to a previously laid distraction made by Pearl and begins searching for the [[Lake guardians]]. As she searches, her Pokédex begins ringing the morning sound, telling Platinum that Pearl and Diamond are somewhere nearby. Platinum manages to maneuver through a room filled with smoke and a loud painful noise created by the battle with Diamond and the Advanced level Grunt and reaches the container that has Uxie locked inside of it but is trapped inside with the Advanced level Grunt's {{p|Cradily}}. Realizing the Grunt's obsession with the Pokédex will be his weakness, Diamond commands the other two to sacrifice their Pokédexes in order to distract them. Though painful at first, they do it, distracting the Grunt's Pokémon long enough for all three to press the button that would release {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, and {{p|Azelf}}.

Cynthia finds the three lying on the ground, knocked unconscious from the light that the Lake guardians created, and hastily takes them to the [[Spear Pillar]]. While traveling on [[Cynthia's Garchomp]], Platinum gives Diamond a {{p|Mamoswine}} that he names Moo and reveals her newly earned Icicle and Beacon Badges. They eventually reach the Spear Pillar and the effect of {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}'s battle causes time and space to distort around them. While Diamond and Pearl battle Dialga and Palkia, Platinum and Cynthia find the Gym Leaders, all knocked out from a previous battle by Cyrus. Candice, Gardenia, and Maylene all manage to wake up and give Platinum a {{p|Froslass}}, {{p|Cherrim}}, and {{p|Pachirisu}} but an attack fired from Dialga and Palkia breaks their Poké Balls, preventing them from being used. The attack causes a scroll that Cynthia was holding to fall out; Platinum picks it up and is able to read the archaic text on it that reveals the powers of Dialga and Palkia.

Time and Space begin to distort even further, sending people and Pokémon to random locations, even sending Dr. Footstep to the Spear Pillar. A black hole begins to form in the sky and begins sucking everyone into it while Platinum, Pearl, and Diamond try to keep the unconscious Gym Leaders from being sucked into it. As Diamond battles Dialga and Palkia with his newly acquired {{p|Regigigas}} and gives a speech on his view of Time and Space, Platinum realizes that his words are causing an imbalance on the Red Chain that is controlling the dragons. Platinum commands Diamond and Pearl to attack Dialga and Palkia at full power and they succeed in destroying the Red Chain, freeing them from Cyrus's control. Dialga and Palkia defeat Cyrus and the Sinnoh [[Pokédex holder]]s celebrate their victory with a fist bump while Cynthia, Dialga and Palkia smile right next to them.

With Cyrus defeated and Platinum being on the Spear Pillar, she manages to make the crest that she had set out to do at the beginning of the seventh chapter. Platinum learns of the fate of her original bodyguards from Diamond and Pearl and decides that she has to go rescue them. As they go to take the Gym Leaders and Cyrus to the hospital, Diamond spots someone spying on them with a strange machine. Byron, the [[Underground Man]], Sir Berlitz, and Professor Rowan, all emerge from the ground and when Byron takes the machine from the man, it causes {{p|Giratina|mysterious black tentacles}} to shoot from the black hole and pull Dialga, Palkia, and the unconscious Cyrus into it. The man introduces himself as [[Charon]] and makes his escape; Diamond's {{DL|Diamond (Adventures)|Kit}} manages to steal a notebook from him just before he disappears from view.

Next, Platinum's mother, Professor Yanase Berlitz, is seen on a ship and receives a call from Platinum. She tells her daughter that they have found where Paka and Uji may have been sent to, the [[Distortion World]].

==={{chap|Platinum}}===
The eighth chapter opens up with Platinum writing a letter to her mother that reveals that she is going to the [[Battle Zone]] alone while Diamond and Pearl are investigating the notes that were taken from Charon. She buys a [[villa]] and decides to use it as her base of operations. Platinum notices someone approaching her and attacks with her Lopunny; the person is revealed to be member of the International Police, [[Looker]]. They team up so that they can gather information about the Distortion World from the people in the Battle Zone.

After an accident involving Lady [[Caitlin]], Platinum decides to challenge the [[Battle Castle]] first. They travel to the Battle Castle and Platinum starts her challenge of the facility. At first, it seems like Platinum can easily get through the challenge but starts getting worried when she learns she has to manage her Castle Points, and as a rich young woman, managing is something she has never done before. Eventually, she manages to reach the Frontier Brain, [[Castle Valet Darach]], and does battle with him. Despite initial trouble, she manages to defeat him, learning how to manage her assets in the process.

After winning her first [[commemorative print]], she and Looker are introduced to [[Buck]], who had overheard them talking about [[Stark Mountain]]. Buck takes a picture of Team Galactic and goes to Stark Mountain under the belief that they are sneaking around there to capture the legendary Pokémon {{p|Heatran}} while Platinum and Looker go back to the villa to decide what their next plan is. The next morning, Platinum goes to the [[Battle Arcade]] after being entranced by the odd music of the Battle Arcade's spokesman.

She goes through the Battle Arcade easily thanks to the skills she had gained by playing on the slots in Veilstone City. Eventually she reaches the Frontier Brain, [[Arcade Star Dahlia]], and begins battling her. Due to an unexpected earthquake, Platinum is unable to press the button that signifies the event the battle will have and Dahlia does it instead. The roulette stops on the Pokémon swap button, causing Platinum and Dahlia to switch their teams. Platinum, unable to harm her own Pokémon, has troubles fighting Dahlia but some words of encouragement from the Arcade Star allow her to turn the battle around and defeat her.
[[File:Platinum Pokémon return.png|thumb|left|200px|Platinum's Pokémon with Looker and Buck]]
After thanking her injured Pokémon, Dahlia gives her the commemorative print and takes her to [[Factory Head Thorton|Thorton]], another Frontier Brain that knows more about the Distortion World than she does. When they try to talk to him, the videophone's reception breaks up, preventing Platinum from getting the information she needed. Platinum decides to go and challenge the Battle Factory and meet up with Thorton in person instead.

Before going to the Battle Factory, Platinum reveals that she chose that location not because of the fact that she can get the information she needed, but instead because of the fact that the Battle Factory uses [[rental Pokémon]]. Having waited five hours since Looker left for Stark Mountain, a worried Platinum takes her newly-healed {{p|Pachirisu}}, {{p|Froslass}}, and {{p|Cherrim}} from the storage system and sends them and her other three Pokémon off to help Looker.

Afterwards, she challenges the Battle Factory and is determined to win for Looker and her Pokémon. Eventually, Platinum reaches the final match and meets Thorton but is taken aback by his quirky nature. Despite Thorton's belief that knowledge is important in battles, Platinum proves that her knowledge is far more superior and defeats him. After receiving the commemorative print, Platinum meets the two remaining Frontier Brains, [[Tower Tycoon Palmer]] and [[Hall Matron Argenta]].

Next, Platinum challenges the Battle Hall and faces Argenta in battle. It is revealed that after meeting Palmer and Argenta, her Pokémon had returned from Stark Mountain with a heavily injured Looker and Buck with them. With the Froslass she received from Candice, Platinum succeeds in defeating Argenta, much to Palmer's surprise. After receiving her fourth print, Palmer takes her to a room with Darach, Thorton, and [[Riley]] inside.

Touched by their determination to help her despite the Battle Frontier losing its connection to the Sinnoh mainland, Platinum is reminded of her times with Diamond and Pearl. After talking to Palmer, she figures out that he is Pearl's father and compliments the skills he passed onto his son, embarrassing Palmer in the process.

Later, after the proper preparations have been made, Platinum, along with Palmer, Riley, [[Cheryl]], and [[Mira]] leave to the Distortion World. After traveling far enough, they arrive at the [[Spring Path]], but find that [[Marley]] has been captured by the [[Advanced level Grunt]]. However, the Grunt reveals that he does not want to fight and has escaped from Team Galactic. Platinum forces him to take them to where the Distortion World is and gets a call from Pearl who tries to inform her that Diamond was killed in their battle against Charon.

They go to the [[Sendoff Spring]] and enter the Distortion World, but get separated upon arriving due to the dimension's strange gravity. There, Platinum meets her real bodyguards, Paka and Uji, and witnesses Volkner and his friend, Flint, fighting Giratina, only to lose.

Not long after, Diamond and Pearl arrive while riding on Dialga's back after they hear her voice. After they reunite with Paka and Uji, the Advanced level Grunt returns the stolen Pokédexes back to their proper owners.

As the battle between the legendary Pokémon continues getting more and more chaotic, everyone begins to gather together. When Charon decides to escape, Platinum, Pearl, and Diamond each take a different legendary Pokémon to fly and chase after him before he can trap everyone inside the Distortion World. They fly and eventually make it outside to Sunyshore City, where Charon is finished off by a surprise attack from Cynthia.

Charon tries to escape like he did at the Spear Pillar, only to be cornered by Platinum, Pearl, and Diamond. Although defeated, Charon refuses to give up, and uses his machine to try and make Platinum, Pearl, and Diamond's Pokémon attack each other. The machine is quickly destroyed by a toy of Proteam Omega, which is revealed to be possessed by Rotom.

With Charon defeated, everyone who was left behind in the Distortion World emerges from it safe and unharmed. Cyrus disbands Team Galactic, but thanks the three before leaving with Mars, Saturn, and Jupiter. Giratina tries to attack one last time, but is stopped by Volkner and Flint and is driven back into the Distortion World by Dialga and Palkia, this time without any desire for revenge.

Charon is arrested by Looker, who gives Diamond a Pokémon Egg given to him from the Fiore Region before leaving to his next mission in Unova. Having emerged from everything victorious, the three give each other a fist bump. Later, Platinum watches as the sole audience member as Diamond and Pearl gives her a comedy routine, which she hadn't seen in a while.

Sometime later, at the Solaceon Day Care Center, Diamond and Pearl train with {{p|Phione}}, a Pokémon that hatched from the Pokémon Egg that Looker gave them. Platinum giggles as the two play with the Pokémon and get into a brief argument. The owners of the Day Care recall of a {{adv|Gold|Trainer}} that hatched a [[Togebo|Pokémon]] with a similar personality to his in the Johto region.
==Pokémon==
===On hand===
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|gender=male
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Rapidash
|stage1=Ponyta
|type1=Fire
|img=Platinum Rapidash.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc={{p|Rapidash}} is a Pokémon that Platinum took from home as a {{p|Ponyta}}. A fairly weak battler, he is Platinum's means of transportation. He evolved in [[Canalave City]]. He is currently at level 59 and has a Modest nature.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|gender=female
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Empoleon
|stage1=Piplup
|stage2=Prinplup
|type1=Water
|type2=Steel
|img=Platinum Empoleon.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc={{p|Empoleon}}, as a {{p|Piplup}}, was given to Platinum by [[Professor Rowan]] for her journey. She {{p|Prinplup|evolved}}, along with [[Tru]] and [[Chimler]], during a training session in [[Eterna City]]. She evolved again later in the [[Veilstone City]] Department Store sometime around ''[[PS360|Great Gible]]''. She is often used by Platinum and is her strongest Pokémon. She is currently at level 68 and has a Serious nature.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|gender=female
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Lopunny
|type1=Normal
|img=Platinum Lopunny.png
|img_size=150px
|epnum=PS388
|epname=To and Fro with Froslass
|desc={{p|Lopunny}} is a new capture on Platinum's team. She was caught while Platinum was on her way to [[Lake Acuity]]. She has not been used in many battles, but she was able to defeat [[Candice]]'s {{p|Abomasnow}}. She is currently at level 51 and has a Naive nature.

Lopunny's known moves are {{m|Jump Kick}}, {{m|Healing Wish}}, {{m|Focus Blast}} and {{m|Dizzy Punch}}, and her Ability is {{a|Cute Charm}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|gender=female
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Froslass
|type1=Ice
|type2=Ghost
|img=Platinum Froslass.png
|epnum=PS388
|epname=To and Fro with Froslass
|desc={{p|Froslass}} was given to Platinum by [[Candice]]. She was first seen when Platinum sent her, along with the rest of her party, to help [[Looker]] at [[Stark Mountain]]. After they returned, she was used in Platinum's challenge at the {{DL|Battle Frontier (Generation IV)|Battle Hall}}. She is currently at level 60 and has a Quiet nature.

Froslass's known moves are {{m|Wake-Up Slap}} and {{m|Ice Shard}}, and her Ability is {{a|Snow Cloak}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Cherrim
|gender=female
|type1=Grass
|img=Platinum Cherrim.png
|img2=Platinum Cherrim Sunny Adventures.png
|img_size=120px
|img2_size=180px
|epnum=PS414
|epname=VS Dialga and Palkia IV
|desc={{p|Cherrim}} was given to Platinum by [[Gardenia]]. She was sent off with the rest of Platinum's Pokémon to help Looker. She is currently at level 49 and has a Docile nature.

Cherrim's only known move is {{m|SolarBeam}}, and her Ability is {{a|Flower Gift}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Pachirisu
|gender=female
|type1=Electric
|img=Platinum Pachirisu.png
|img_size=120px
|epnum=PS414
|epname=VS Dialga and Palkia IV
|desc={{p|Pachirisu}} was given to Platinum by [[Maylene]] who received her from [[Volkner]]. She was sent off with the rest of Platinum's Pokémon to help [[Looker]]. She is currently at level 53 and has a Quirky nature.

Pachirisu's known moves are {{m|Captivate}} and {{m|Last Resort}}, and her Ability is {{a|Run Away}}.}}

===Temporary===
{{TrainerPoké
|main=Chimler
|trainer=Pearl
|pkmn=Monferno
|gender=male
|type1=Fire
|type2=Fighting
|img=Chimler Monferno.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc=Platinum gave Chimler (Japanese: サルヒコ Saruhiko) when he was a {{p|Chimchar}} to {{adv|Pearl}} who she thought was her bodyguard. Way after Chimler evolved into {{p|Monferno}}, he was given to Platinum to challenge [[Maylene]] in Veilstone City. She gave Chimler back after she was done with her Gym challenge.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Chatler
|trainer=Pearl
|pkmn=Chatot
|gender=male
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Chatler.png
|img_size=199px
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc=Chatler (Japanese: ペラヒコ Perahiko) was given to Platinum to challenge Maylene in Veilstone City. She gave Chatler back after she was done with her Gym challenge.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Tru
|trainer=Diamond
|pkmn=Torterra
|gender=male
|type1=Grass
|type2=Ground
|img=Tru Torterra.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc=Platinum delivered Tru (Japanese: るー Rū) when he was a {{p|Turtwig}} to {{adv|Diamond}} who she thought was her bodyguard. He was given to Platinum once again when he became a {{p|Torterra}}. She used Tru to battle [[Crasher Wake]]. After her Gym battle was done, she gave Tru back to Diamond.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Lax (Adventures)
|trainer=Diamond
|pkmn=Munchlax
|gender=male
|type1=Normal
|img=Platinum Munchlax Adventures.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc='''Lax''' was given to Platinum to battle [[Fantina]]. After finishing her Gym battle, she returned Lax to Diamond.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|gender=female
|trainer=Fantina
|pkmn=Drifblim
|type1=Ghost
|type2=Flying
|img=Platinum Drifblim.png
|epnum=PS351
|epname=Perturbed by Pachirisu
|desc=Fantina lent her {{p|Drifblim}} to Diamond and Platinum so that they could get to Canalave quickly as there was no other way for them to get there. It was later given to Diamond and later returned to Fantina at the Spear Pillar.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Diamond
|gender=male
|pkmn=Mamoswine
|type1=Ice
|type2=Ground
|img=Diamond Moo.png
|epnum=PS411
|epname=Double Trouble with Dialga and Palkia I
|desc={{DL|Diamond (Adventures)|Moo}} (Japanese: むー Mū) was originally Platinum's Pokémon who she caught because it reminded her of Diamond. Eventually, she gave it away to Diamond.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dahlia
|pkmn=Ludicolo
|type1=Water
|type2=Grass
|img=Platinum Ludicolo Adventures.png
|epnum=PS422
|epname=VS Ivysaur
|desc={{p|Ludicolo}} was one of the Pokémon owned by Dahlia that was switched under the rules of the Pokémon swap. It did heavy damage to Platinum's Rapidash with its powerful {{type|Water}} moves.

Ludicolo's only know move is {{m|Waterfall}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dahlia
|pkmn=Medicham
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Fighting
|img=Platinum Medicham Adventures.png
|epnum=PS422
|epname=VS Ivysaur
|desc={{p|Medicham}} was one of the Pokémon owned by Dahlia that was switched under the rules of the Pokémon swap. It defeated Platinum's Rapidash, causing Platinum to win the match. Later, it was returned to its original Trainer.

None of Medicham's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dahlia
|pkmn=Togekiss
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Platinum Togekiss Adventures.png
|epnum=PS422
|epname=VS Ivysaur
|desc={{p|Togekiss}} was one of the Pokémon owned by Dahlia that was switched under the rules of the Pokémon swap. It was easily defeated in one hit by Platinum's Lopunny. Later, it was returned to its original Trainer.

Togekiss's known moves are {{m|Air Slash}}, {{m|Aura Sphere}}, {{m|Hyper Beam}}, and {{m|Psychic}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Cresselia
|gender=female
|type1=Psychic
|img=Palmer Cresselia Adventures.png
|epnum=PS432
|epname=Alternate Dimension Showdown II
|desc={{p|Cresselia}} was borrowed by Platinum to chase Charon and Giratina when the two tried to escape from the Distortion World to the real world.}}

===Rented in Battle Factory===

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Qwilfish
|type1=Water
|type2=Poison
|img=Platinum Qwilfish Adventures.png
|epnum=PS426
|epname=VS Kakuna
|desc={{p|Qwilfish}} was a [[rental Pokémon]] used in the Battle Factory. It was used against Thorton and contributed to the defeat of his {{p|Ledian}} before being knocked out by his {{p|Ursaring}}.

Qwilfish's known moves are {{m|Toxic Spikes}}, {{m|Pin Missile}}, {{m|Destiny Bond}}, and {{m|Rollout}} and its Ability is {{a|Poison Point}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Platinum Grimer Adventures.png
|epnum=PS426
|epname=VS Kakuna
|desc={{p|Grimer}} was a rental Pokémon used in the Battle Factory.

None of Grimer's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Loudred
|type1=Normal
|img=Platinum Loudred Adventures.png
|epnum=PS426
|epname=VS Kakuna
|desc={{p|Loudred}} was a rental Pokémon used in the Battle Factory. It was used against Thorton and did heavy damage to his {{p|Tyranitar}} before being knocked out.

Loudred's known moves are {{m|Stomp}} and {{m|Roar}}, and its Ability is {{a|Soundproof}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Kadabra
|type1=Psychic
|img=Platinum Kadabra Adventures.png
|epnum=PS426
|epname=VS Kakuna
|desc={{p|Kadabra}} was a rental Pokémon used in the Battle Factory. It was used against Thorton and managed to defeat his {{p|Ursaring}}, making Platinum the winner.

Kadabra's known moves are {{m|Miracle Eye}}, {{m|Psycho Cut}}, {{m|Focus Punch}}, and {{m|Drain Punch}}.}}

==Achievements==
===[[Badge]]s obtained===
[[File:Sinnoh Gym Badges Adventures.png|thumb|right|200px|Platinum's eight [[Sinnoh]] Gym [[Badge]]s]]
* {{Badge|Coal}} (''[[PS342|A Conk on Cranidos's Cranium]]'')
* {{Badge|Forest}} (''[[PS347|Ring Around the Roserade (II)]]'')
* {{Badge|Cobble}} (''[[PS357|Magnificent Meditite & Really Riolu II]]'')
* {{Badge|Fen}} (''[[PS366|Floatzel and Jetsam]]'')
* {{Badge|Relic}} (''[[PS373|Mirages of Mismagius II]]'')
* {{Badge|Mine}} (''[[PS377|Hurrah for Rapidash]]'')
* {{Badge|Icicle}} (''[[PS388|To and Fro with Froslass]]'')
* {{Badge|Beacon}} (''[[PS405|Shorting Out Electivire]]'')

===[[Ribbon]]s obtained===
* [[Cool Contest|Cool]] [[List of Ribbons in the games#Sinnoh Super Contest Ribbons|Ribbon]] (''[[PS351|Perturbed by Pachirisu]]'')
* {{DL|List of Ribbons in the games|Footprint Ribbon}} (''[[PS363|Dramatic Drapion & Crafty Kricketune II]]'')

===[[Commemorative print|Prints]] obtained===
[[File:Castle Print Adventures.png|thumb|right|Platinum's Castle Print]]
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation IV)#Battle Castle|Castle Print]] (''[[PS420|VS Gallade II]]'')
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation IV)#Battle Arcade|Arcade Print]] (''[[PS425|VS Heatran]]'')
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation IV)#Battle Factory|Factory Print]] (''[[PS428|VS Ledian]]'')
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation IV)#Battle Hall|Hall Print]] (''[[PS429|VS Dragonite]]'')

==Trivia==
* In the beginning of the ''Diamond & Pearl'' chapter of Pokémon Adventures, there were some moments where Platinum's first name was actually said, but her first name was always covered by another speech bubble to show that it was drowned out by that person's speech.
* Platinum is one of three Pokédex holders to have a known last name, the other two are {{adv|Blue}} and {{adv|Sapphire}}. Out of the three, she is the only one not to share her last name with an in-game {{pkmn|professor}}, as she is not related to one.
* Platinum is the only female Pokédex holder who does not name her Pokémon.
* [[James]], [[Juan]] and [[Selphy]] also have butlers named Sebastian.
* As pointed out by [[Byron]], Platinum managed to break the [[Timeline of Ruby and Sapphire's 80-day challenge|80-day]] record of obtaining all [[Badge]]s of one region, previously held by {{adv|Sapphire}}.
**She obtained six Badges in just 25 days, while Sapphire had obtained three Badges in the same amount of time.
* Platinum is the only character in Pokémon Adventures based on a female player character to be the main titular arc of her own, unlike Green, Crystal, Sapphire, and White, who all shared the title of their arc with another character, and Yellow, who was not based on a playable female character.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{platinum color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{platinum color}}"
|-
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
|お嬢様 ''Ojōsama'' プラチナ・ベルリッツ ''Platinum Berlitz''
|A respectful term used to refer to the daughter of a high-class family. From {{game|Platinum}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|English
|Lady (VIZ) Missy (Chuang Yi) Platinum Berlitz
|A respectful term used to refer to a woman. Refers to a young woman. From {{game|Platinum}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Korean
|아가씨 ''Agassi'' 플래티나 베를리츠 ''Platina Bereulich''
|Refers to a young woman. From {{game|Platinum}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
|大小姐 ''Dàxiǎojiě'' 普蘭汀娜·貝爾里慈 ''Pǔlántīngnà Bèi’ěrlicí''
|A respectful term used to refer to the daughter of a high-class family. Transliteration of her Japanese name.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Thai
|คุณหนู ''Koon-noo'' พลาติน่า เบลิซ ''Platina Belitz''
|A respectful term used to refer to the daughter of a high-class family. From {{game|Platinum}}.
|}{{-}}

==External links==
* [http://family.shogakukan.co.jp/kids/netkun/pokemon/official/story/comic/character/new_ojyou/new_ojyou_2007.html Netkun on Ojōsama] (Japanese)
* [http://family.shogakukan.co.jp/kids/netkun/pokemon/official/story/comic/character/platinum/platinum.html Netkun on Platinum] (Japanese)

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{{CharInfobox|
color={{platinum color}} |
corecolor={{platinum color light}} |
bordercolor={{platinum color dark}} |
name=Platinum Berlitz|
jname=プラチナ・ベルリッツ|
tmname=Platinum Berlitz|
slogan=no |
image=File:Platinum Dawn.png|
size=136px|
caption=Platinum in the {{chap|Platinum}}|
age=yes|
years=12 (as of [[List of rounds in the eighth chapter of Pokémon Adventures|the seventh chapter]])|
birthday=October 27th|
gender=Female|
hometown=[[Sandgem Town]]|
region=[[Sinnoh]]|
relatives={{DL|Pokémon Professor|In the Pokémon Adventures manga|House of Berlitz}}|
colors=yes|
eyes=Gold, Silver|
hair=Dark Blue|
trainer=yes |
trainerclass= {{pkmn|Trainer}}|
game=counterpart |
counterpart={{ga|Dawn}}|
leader=no |
team=no |
brain=no |
anime=counterpart |
animecounterpart={{an|Dawn}}|
epnum=DP001|
epname=Following A Maiden's Voyage!|
manga=Adventures|
roundnum=PS338 |
roundname=Stagestruck Starly}}
'''Platinum Berlitz''' (Japanese: '''プラチナ・ベルリッツ''' ''Platinum Berlitz'') is a main character in the manga series [[Pokémon Adventures]] and the female main character for the {{chap|Diamond & Pearl}} and the {{chap|Platinum}} story arcs. At first, she was only known by her family name; her given name is the same as the then unreleased third version to {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}: {{v2|Platinum}}.

For her skills, she is given the title of '''"{{p|Uxie|Understander}}"''' (知る者 ''Understander'').

==Character==
Platinum is a member of the house of Berlitz, a 200-year old and {{wp|zaibatsu|extremely financially powerful family}} of [[Sinnoh]]. She wears diamond and pearl rings. She does not give her name to commoners, instead insisting that they refer to her as '''Lady{{tt|*|Missy in the Chuang Yi versions}}''' (Japanese: '''お嬢様''' ''Ojōsama'', a term used to refer to the daughter of someone of high class).

She is very knowledgeable as a result of reading lots of books during her childhood. However, since beginning her journey she has decided that it is better to actually experience as much as possible. For this reason, Platinum challenges the [[Gym]]s of Sinnoh and also takes on other challenges such as the {{pkmn|Super Contest}}s of [[Hearthome City]]. She has shown a natural tendency to recognize patterns and has an almost encyclopedic knowledge of various areas of Sinnoh and Pokémon in general, although towards the beginning of her journey, she had difficulty dealing with wild Pokémon. Despite her knowledgeable nature, Platinum originally had troubles with managing her money but was able to overcome this in her challenge of the Battle Castle. Being highly knowledgeable, she is associated with {{p|Uxie}}.

Platinum is amazed by the closeness of Pearl and Diamond, as well as their various skills: Pearl's assortment of {{pkmn|battle|battling}} advice and Diamond's ability to cook [[Poffin]]s and instincts on Pokémon. She also is an audience for their various Manzai attempts and is amused by them at times. Platinum often can be demanding of Pearl, annoying him. Platinum is also unaware of a [[CommonerShipping|crush]] Diamond has on her. It seems that, after saving her from [[Team Galactic]], Platinum gains respect for Diamond and Pearl, by calling them by their first names, but, she still refuses to give her name. The boys assume her name is "Lady", hearing it from Pearl's [[Chatler]], who repeated it from a conversation between Platinum and her butler. After formally accepting them as her bodyguards and friends, she revealed her real name to them.

==History==
==={{chap|Diamond & Pearl}}===
[[File:Platinum Berlitz.png|thumb|left|Platinum in the seventh chapter]]

Platinum is introduced at the beginning of the seventh chapter as a member of the ancient Berlitz family, which has a tradition for its member's coming of age to travel to the peak of [[Mt. Coronet]] to obtain materials to make their personal family crest. At the suggestion of the Berlitz's butler, {{adv|Sebastian}}, her father hired [[Paka and Uji|two bodyguards]] to protect her on her journey. [[Professor Rowan]] provided her with three [[Pokédex]]es, three [[Pokétch]]es, and the three Sinnoh [[starter Pokémon]] so that Platinum would share them with her bodyguards to assist him in his research.

However, because {{adv|Diamond}} and {{adv|Pearl}} coincidentally match the bodyguards' description—one in a red scarf and the other in a green scarf—Platinum presumes they are her bodyguards instead, and the duo think that this journey is a sort of {{wp|Reality television|reality TV show}}. Platinum assumed that they were actually her bodyguards, chosen so the trio would not seem odd.

After several misadventures, the three reach [[Oreburgh City]] where Platinum plans to have her first Gym Battle. Platinum goes to challenge the Oreburgh Gym and battles the Gym Leader, [[Roark]]. Despite initial troubles, Platinum manages to defeat him with the assistance of Diamond and Pearl. Next, the group arrives at the [[Floaroma Town]] where they meet the daughter of the [[Valley Windworks]] Manager whose father had gone missing. They go to the Windworks to find out what happened and is attacked by a [[Mars|mysterious woman]]. Platinum watches as she defeats Diamond and Pearl and escapes with a windmill. After watching the two boys risk their lives, she gains a new set of respect for them and starts calling them by their first names.

After an adventure in the [[Old Chateau]], Platinum and her traveling companions meet [[Gardenia]], the [[Eterna City]] Gym Leader. After getting acquainted with her, Platinum begins training for her next Gym battle; the training causes Piplup, [[Chimler]], and [[Tru]] to evolve into their first stage forms. They meet [[Cynthia]], a passerby that had witnessed the evolution of their Pokémon who offers to help her with her Gym training. Next, Platinum challenges the Gym where she battles against Gardenia. Platinum manages to defeat her after taking advantage of Gardenia's battle strategy. They are given bikes by [[Rad Rickshaw]] who believes that they had rescued him from the clutches of [[Team Galactic]] and with the help of Diamond and Pearl, she learns how to ride it.

Next, the group travels to [[Mt. Coronet]] where they are attacked by [[Cyrus]], the leader of Team Galactic because they were annoying him. After being rescued from the rubble by Diamond and a [[Rayler|wild Luxray]], they arrive at [[Hearthome City]] where enters the {{pkmn|Super Contest}}. After a misunderstanding, the audience decides to sabotage Platinum's performance and she becomes discouraged. Despite the initial trouble, with some encouragement from Diamond, Platinum is able to win the Contest; she then takes Diamond and Pearl to accept the Ribbon together, as they helped her through it. They later meet the Hearthome Gym Leader, [[Fantina]], and she takes them to the [[Lost Tower]] where Platinum watches two Trainers battle against some Pokémon.
[[File:Platinum dress.png|thumb|right|200px|Platinum during a Super Contest]]
After separating from Fantina, Platinum, Diamond, and Pearl arrive in [[Solaceon Town]], where they meet the [[Pokémon News Press]] and help a pair of {{p|Unown}} find their friends in the [[Solaceon Ruins]]. After arriving at [[Veilstone City]], Platinum finds the [[Veilstone Game Corner]], and mistakes it for a hotel. Platinum develops a slight gambling addiction and continues playing the slots until Diamond and Pearl find her and take her to the hotel they were staying at. After practicing with an item that Platinum had won at the slots, they almost hit a young woman with an {{m|Ember}} fired by Chimler. The girl introduces herself to them as the Veilstone Gym Leader, [[Maylene]], and accepts Platinum's Gym challenge. Later, at the Gym, Platinum, Diamond, and Pearl go through the Gym and they eventually get to Maylene's location.

As they begin battling, Platinum is shocked to find out that her Pokédex has gone missing and without it, she is unable to concentrate. After Diamond (who she had sent to find her Pokédex) reports to Pearl that he had found the Pokédex, he and Platinum get into a brief argument about Platinum breaking her promise to not go back to the Game Corner. Platinum quickly regains her composure and is able to defeat Maylene and reveals that she had never gone back to the Game Corner, but was almost tempted to.

After they walk in the dark streets of Veilstone after defeating Maylene, Platinum is knocked out by two unknown figures (actually her real bodyguards, Paka and Uji) and taken to the [[Veilstone Department Store]]. Eventually, she wakes up while Diamond, Pearl, Paka, and Uji battle Team Galactic outside and decides to work out with the exercise equipment she found inside of it.

Later, after the conflict with Team Galactic is resolved, Platinum, Diamond, and Pearl travel to Lake Valor, where they meet [[Dr. Footstep]]. After a wild {{p|Hippowdon}} sends them flying, Platinum and Diamond land near the lake and are attacked by two {{tc|Scientist}}s that were preventing anyone from going near it. They eventually defeat the scientists and meet up with Pearl and Dr. Footstep.

Later, at the [[Great Marsh]], Platinum, Diamond, and Pearl try to capture some Pokémon for Platinum to use in her Gym battle against the [[Pastoria City]] Gym Leader, [[Crasher Wake]]. After a series of failed events, Platinum just opts for borrowing Diamond's Tru and goes to the Gym despite being covered in mud. Platinum goes through the Gym, reaches Crasher Wake, and after a tough battle, is able to defeat him with Tru.

They later travel to the {{si|Pokémon Mansion}} where they meet up with Cynthia again and help her with a {{p|Psyduck}} outbreak on [[Sinnoh Route 210|Route 210]]. They meet Cynthia's grandmother and follow her to the [[Celestic Town]] so that they can see the ruins. The ruins are attacked by the leader of Team Galactic, Cyrus, who battles Diamond and Pearl while Platinum and Cynthia's grandmother watch from the sidelines. After Cyrus makes his leave, Platinum and the others meet up with Fantina again and fly to her Gym at Hearthome City. After some training, Platinum challenges the Gym where she finds some difficulty because of the Gyms challenge forcing Trainers to think logically with math problems and then dropping that logic while facing Fantina. Fantina has her {{p|Mismagius}} create confusing illusions during the battle, causing the knowledgeable and logical Platinum to get painful headache. With some encouragement from Pearl, Platinum manages to overcome the illusion and is able to defeat Fantina.

Soon after, Platinum and the others find a news report on Fantina's television about Professor Rowan and his assistant, Platinum's father, having gone missing. Platinum, worried about her father, immediately sets off to [[Canalave City]], the place where they went missing, and ends up in the [[Canalave Gym]] after hearing her fathers voice inside of it. There, the group meets Gym Leader [[Byron]] and Platinum, believing him to be the cause of her fathers disappearance, attacks and easily defeats his Pokémon. After some clearing up, Platinum finds out that Byron did in fact, not kidnap the scientists, but is instead trying to figure out how to free them from a special cage that a [[Advanced level Grunt|Galactic Grunt]] had trapped them in.
[[File:Platinum new clothes.png|file|thumb|230px|Platinum's new clothes]]
Platinum goes to talk to her father and Professor Rowan and is shocked to find out that Diamond and Pearl are not her true bodyguards and that they have been lying to her the whole time. Needing some time to think, Platinum runs off; later that night, Platinum approached by the Advanced level Grunt while sleeping, he frees the Professor and Platinum's father and reveals Team Galactic's plans to her. The next day, after Diamond and Pearl have revealed everything to Byron, Professor Rowan, and Sir Berlitz and are about to leave, Platinum stops them, reads a letter that is filled with apologies for every time she has lied to them and finally tells them her full name.

Ignoring her father's protests, Platinum decides that she, Diamond, and Pearl shall split up to save the [[legendary Pokémon]] from the clutches of Team Galactic. After receiving the Mine Badge from Byron, Platinum sets off to northern area, [[Snowpoint City]] which holds [[Lake Acuity]]. The next morning, while in a hotel, Platinum sheds tears over to the fact that the sound her Pokédex makes when it is near Diamond and Pearl's, the "morning sound", is not playing, showing that she is truly alone for the first time.

After arriving at [[Sinnoh Route 216|Route 216]], Platinum decides to try skiing and accidentally ends up angering a group of {{p|Graveler}} on her first attempt. She manages to get away from them but gets caught in the snowstorm and almost freezes to death before being saved by Snowpoint Gym Leader, [[Candice]]. After putting on her new coat, Platinum notices Maylene walking through the snow and joins her while she gives her a tour of Snowpoint. After Maylene tells Platinum about Lake Acuity, she runs off to the [[Snowpoint Gym]] to get permission to go there by Candice.

After literally plowing her way through the Gyms challenge, Platinum reaches Candice and begins battling her. Though Platinum starts off with the advantage, things quickly get bad for her but she eventually manages to defeat Candice with the help of her newest team member, {{p|Lopunny}}. After receiving the Icicle Badge from Candice, she and Maylene join Platinum in her goal to stop Team Galactic from blowing up the three lakes. After taking a shortcut, they all eventually make it to Lake Acuity where they are confronted by one of the Team Galactic Commanders, [[Jupiter]]. Despite their best efforts, Jupiter is far too powerful for any of them to handle and are subsequently defeated. Jupiter succeeds in capturing {{p|Uxie}} while Platinum is forced to take Candice, Maylene, and herself to a [[Snowpoint Temple|mysterious temple]] while she has her Rapidash use his flames to protect them from the cold. Before falling unconscious, Platinum hears the sound of a Pokémon and tries to capture it in case it tries to attack them but falls asleep before she can; her Poké Ball then rolls into the temple, revealing a mysterious {{p|Regigigas|silhouette}}.

[[File:Berlitz crest.png|thumb|left|200px|Platinum's brooch with her family crest on it]]
Later, Platinum wakes up in the Snowpoint Pokémon Center with no idea as to how she got there. Deciding to get stronger, Candice calls Byron and tells him to send a strong person to train them for a rematch with Jupiter. They go to the [[Spring Path]] to meet up with their tutor, the Sunyshore Gym Leader, [[Volkner]]. Due to a misunderstanding, Volkner loses interest in training them but with some begging from Platinum, he changes his mind and agrees to help while also making the training a Gym Battle.

After finishing her training and receiving the Beacon Badge, Platinum rushes off to the [[Galactic Veilstone Building]] while Candice and Maylene stay behind to finish their training. Platinum manages to easily sneak inside thanks to a previously laid distraction made by Pearl and begins searching for the [[Lake guardians]]. As she searches, her Pokédex begins ringing the morning sound, telling Platinum that Pearl and Diamond are somewhere nearby. Platinum manages to maneuver through a room filled with smoke and a loud painful noise created by the battle with Diamond and the Advanced level Grunt and reaches the container that has Uxie locked inside of it but is trapped inside with the Advanced level Grunt's {{p|Cradily}}. Realizing the Grunt's obsession with the Pokédex will be his weakness, Diamond commands the other two to sacrifice their Pokédexes in order to distract them. Though painful at first, they do it, distracting the Grunt's Pokémon long enough for all three to press the button that would release {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, and {{p|Azelf}}.

Cynthia finds the three lying on the ground, knocked unconscious from the light that the Lake guardians created, and hastily takes them to the [[Spear Pillar]]. While traveling on [[Cynthia's Garchomp]], Platinum gives Diamond a {{p|Mamoswine}} that he names Moo and reveals her newly earned Icicle and Beacon Badges. They eventually reach the Spear Pillar and the effect of {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}'s battle causes time and space to distort around them. While Diamond and Pearl battle Dialga and Palkia, Platinum and Cynthia find the Gym Leaders, all knocked out from a previous battle by Cyrus. Candice, Gardenia, and Maylene all manage to wake up and give Platinum a {{p|Froslass}}, {{p|Cherrim}}, and {{p|Pachirisu}} but an attack fired from Dialga and Palkia breaks their Poké Balls, preventing them from being used. The attack causes a scroll that Cynthia was holding to fall out; Platinum picks it up and is able to read the archaic text on it that reveals the powers of Dialga and Palkia.

Time and Space begin to distort even further, sending people and Pokémon to random locations, even sending Dr. Footstep to the Spear Pillar. A black hole begins to form in the sky and begins sucking everyone into it while Platinum, Pearl, and Diamond try to keep the unconscious Gym Leaders from being sucked into it. As Diamond battles Dialga and Palkia with his newly acquired {{p|Regigigas}} and gives a speech on his view of Time and Space, Platinum realizes that his words are causing an imbalance on the Red Chain that is controlling the dragons. Platinum commands Diamond and Pearl to attack Dialga and Palkia at full power and they succeed in destroying the Red Chain, freeing them from Cyrus's control. Dialga and Palkia defeat Cyrus and the Sinnoh [[Pokédex holder]]s celebrate their victory with a fist bump while Cynthia, Dialga and Palkia smile right next to them.

With Cyrus defeated and Platinum being on the Spear Pillar, she manages to make the crest that she had set out to do at the beginning of the seventh chapter. Platinum learns of the fate of her original bodyguards from Diamond and Pearl and decides that she has to go rescue them. As they go to take the Gym Leaders and Cyrus to the hospital, Diamond spots someone spying on them with a strange machine. Byron, the [[Underground Man]], Sir Berlitz, and Professor Rowan, all emerge from the ground and when Byron takes the machine from the man, it causes {{p|Giratina|mysterious black tentacles}} to shoot from the black hole and pull Dialga, Palkia, and the unconscious Cyrus into it. The man introduces himself as [[Charon]] and makes his escape; Diamond's {{DL|Diamond (Adventures)|Kit}} manages to steal a notebook from him just before he disappears from view.

Next, Platinum's mother, Professor Yanase Berlitz, is seen on a ship and receives a call from Platinum. She tells her daughter that they have found where Paka and Uji may have been sent to, the [[Distortion World]].

==={{chap|Platinum}}===
The eighth chapter opens up with Platinum writing a letter to her mother that reveals that she is going to the [[Battle Zone]] alone while Diamond and Pearl are investigating the notes that were taken from Charon. She buys a [[villa]] and decides to use it as her base of operations. Platinum notices someone approaching her and attacks with her Lopunny; the person is revealed to be member of the International Police, [[Looker]]. They team up so that they can gather information about the Distortion World from the people in the Battle Zone.

After an accident involving Lady [[Caitlin]], Platinum decides to challenge the [[Battle Castle]] first. They travel to the Battle Castle and Platinum starts her challenge of the facility. At first, it seems like Platinum can easily get through the challenge but starts getting worried when she learns she has to manage her Castle Points, and as a rich young woman, managing is something she has never done before. Eventually, she manages to reach the Frontier Brain, [[Castle Valet Darach]], and does battle with him. Despite initial trouble, she manages to defeat him, learning how to manage her assets in the process.

After winning her first [[commemorative print]], she and Looker are introduced to [[Buck]], who had overheard them talking about [[Stark Mountain]]. Buck takes a picture of Team Galactic and goes to Stark Mountain under the belief that they are sneaking around there to capture the legendary Pokémon {{p|Heatran}} while Platinum and Looker go back to the villa to decide what their next plan is. The next morning, Platinum goes to the [[Battle Arcade]] after being entranced by the odd music of the Battle Arcade's spokesman.

She goes through the Battle Arcade easily thanks to the skills she had gained by playing on the slots in Veilstone City. Eventually she reaches the Frontier Brain, [[Arcade Star Dahlia]], and begins battling her. Due to an unexpected earthquake, Platinum is unable to press the button that signifies the event the battle will have and Dahlia does it instead. The roulette stops on the Pokémon swap button, causing Platinum and Dahlia to switch their teams. Platinum, unable to harm her own Pokémon, has troubles fighting Dahlia but some words of encouragement from the Arcade Star allow her to turn the battle around and defeat her.
[[File:Platinum Pokémon return.png|thumb|left|200px|Platinum's Pokémon with Looker and Buck]]
After thanking her injured Pokémon, Dahlia gives her the commemorative print and takes her to [[Factory Head Thorton|Thorton]], another Frontier Brain that knows more about the Distortion World than she does. When they try to talk to him, the videophone's reception breaks up, preventing Platinum from getting the information she needed. Platinum decides to go and challenge the Battle Factory and meet up with Thorton in person instead.

Before going to the Battle Factory, Platinum reveals that she chose that location not because of the fact that she can get the information she needed, but instead because of the fact that the Battle Factory uses [[rental Pokémon]]. Having waited five hours since Looker left for Stark Mountain, a worried Platinum takes her newly-healed {{p|Pachirisu}}, {{p|Froslass}}, and {{p|Cherrim}} from the storage system and sends them and her other three Pokémon off to help Looker.

Afterwards, she challenges the Battle Factory and is determined to win for Looker and her Pokémon. Eventually, Platinum reaches the final match and meets Thorton but is taken aback by his quirky nature. Despite Thorton's belief that knowledge is important in battles, Platinum proves that her knowledge is far more superior and defeats him. After receiving the commemorative print, Platinum meets the two remaining Frontier Brains, [[Tower Tycoon Palmer]] and [[Hall Matron Argenta]].

Next, Platinum challenges the Battle Hall and faces Argenta in battle. It is revealed that after meeting Palmer and Argenta, her Pokémon had returned from Stark Mountain with a heavily injured Looker and Buck with them. With the Froslass she received from Candice, Platinum succeeds in defeating Argenta, much to Palmer's surprise. After receiving her fourth print, Palmer takes her to a room with Darach, Thorton, and [[Riley]] inside.

Touched by their determination to help her despite the Battle Frontier losing its connection to the Sinnoh mainland, Platinum is reminded of her times with Diamond and Pearl. After talking to Palmer, she figures out that he is Pearl's father and compliments the skills he passed onto his son, embarrassing Palmer in the process.

Later, after the proper preparations have been made, Platinum, along with Palmer, Riley, [[Cheryl]], and [[Mira]] leave to the Distortion World. After traveling far enough, they arrive at the [[Spring Path]], but find that [[Marley]] has been captured by the [[Advanced level Grunt]]. However, the Grunt reveals that he does not want to fight and has escaped from Team Galactic. Platinum forces him to take them to where the Distortion World is and gets a call from Pearl who tries to inform her that Diamond was killed in their battle against Charon.

They go to the [[Sendoff Spring]] and enter the Distortion World, but get separated upon arriving due to the dimension's strange gravity. There, Platinum meets her real bodyguards, Paka and Uji, and witnesses Volkner and his friend, Flint, fighting Giratina, only to lose.

Not long after, Diamond and Pearl arrive while riding on Dialga's back after they hear her voice. After they reunite with Paka and Uji, the Advanced level Grunt returns the stolen Pokédexes back to their proper owners.

As the battle between the legendary Pokémon continues getting more and more chaotic, everyone begins to gather together. When Charon decides to escape, Platinum, Pearl, and Diamond each take a different legendary Pokémon to fly and chase after him before he can trap everyone inside the Distortion World. They fly and eventually make it outside to Sunyshore City, where Charon is finished off by a surprise attack from Cynthia.

Charon tries to escape like he did at the Spear Pillar, only to be cornered by Platinum, Pearl, and Diamond. Although defeated, Charon refuses to give up, and uses his machine to try and make Platinum, Pearl, and Diamond's Pokémon attack each other. The machine is quickly destroyed by a toy of Proteam Omega, which is revealed to be possessed by Rotom.

With Charon defeated, everyone who was left behind in the Distortion World emerges from it safe and unharmed. Cyrus disbands Team Galactic, but thanks the three before leaving with Mars, Saturn, and Jupiter. Giratina tries to attack one last time, but is stopped by Volkner and Flint and is driven back into the Distortion World by Dialga and Palkia, this time without any desire for revenge.

Charon is arrested by Looker, who gives Diamond a Pokémon Egg given to him from the Fiore Region before leaving to his next mission in Unova. Having emerged from everything victorious, the three give each other a fist bump. Later, Platinum watches as the sole audience member as Diamond and Pearl gives her a comedy routine, which she hadn't seen in a while.

Sometime later, at the Solaceon Day Care Center, Diamond and Pearl train with {{p|Phione}}, a Pokémon that hatched from the Pokémon Egg that Looker gave them. Platinum giggles as the two play with the Pokémon and get into a brief argument. The owners of the Day Care recall of a {{adv|Gold|Trainer}} that hatched a [[Togebo|Pokémon]] with a similar personality to his in the Johto region.
==Pokémon==
===On hand===
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|gender=male
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Rapidash
|stage1=Ponyta
|type1=Fire
|img=Platinum Rapidash.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc={{p|Rapidash}} is a Pokémon that Platinum took from home as a {{p|Ponyta}}. A fairly weak battler, he is Platinum's means of transportation. He evolved in [[Canalave City]]. He is currently at level 59 and has a Modest nature.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|gender=female
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Empoleon
|stage1=Piplup
|stage2=Prinplup
|type1=Water
|type2=Steel
|img=Platinum Empoleon.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc={{p|Empoleon}}, as a {{p|Piplup}}, was given to Platinum by [[Professor Rowan]] for her journey. She {{p|Prinplup|evolved}}, along with [[Tru]] and [[Chimler]], during a training session in [[Eterna City]]. She evolved again later in the [[Veilstone City]] Department Store sometime around ''[[PS360|Great Gible]]''. She is often used by Platinum and is her strongest Pokémon. She is currently at level 68 and has a Serious nature.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|gender=female
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Lopunny
|type1=Normal
|img=Platinum Lopunny.png
|img_size=150px
|epnum=PS388
|epname=To and Fro with Froslass
|desc={{p|Lopunny}} is a new capture on Platinum's team. She was caught while Platinum was on her way to [[Lake Acuity]]. She has not been used in many battles, but she was able to defeat [[Candice]]'s {{p|Abomasnow}}. She is currently at level 51 and has a Naive nature.

Lopunny's known moves are {{m|Jump Kick}}, {{m|Healing Wish}}, {{m|Focus Blast}} and {{m|Dizzy Punch}}, and her Ability is {{a|Cute Charm}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|gender=female
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Froslass
|type1=Ice
|type2=Ghost
|img=Platinum Froslass.png
|epnum=PS388
|epname=To and Fro with Froslass
|desc={{p|Froslass}} was given to Platinum by [[Candice]]. She was first seen when Platinum sent her, along with the rest of her party, to help [[Looker]] at [[Stark Mountain]]. After they returned, she was used in Platinum's challenge at the {{DL|Battle Frontier (Generation IV)|Battle Hall}}. She is currently at level 60 and has a Quiet nature.

Froslass's known moves are {{m|Wake-Up Slap}} and {{m|Ice Shard}}, and her Ability is {{a|Snow Cloak}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Cherrim
|gender=female
|type1=Grass
|img=Platinum Cherrim.png
|img2=Platinum Cherrim Sunny Adventures.png
|img_size=120px
|img2_size=180px
|epnum=PS414
|epname=VS Dialga and Palkia IV
|desc={{p|Cherrim}} was given to Platinum by [[Gardenia]]. She was sent off with the rest of Platinum's Pokémon to help Looker. She is currently at level 49 and has a Docile nature.

Cherrim's only known move is {{m|SolarBeam}}, and her Ability is {{a|Flower Gift}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Pachirisu
|gender=female
|type1=Electric
|img=Platinum Pachirisu.png
|img_size=120px
|epnum=PS414
|epname=VS Dialga and Palkia IV
|desc={{p|Pachirisu}} was given to Platinum by [[Maylene]] who received her from [[Volkner]]. She was sent off with the rest of Platinum's Pokémon to help [[Looker]]. She is currently at level 53 and has a Quirky nature.

Pachirisu's known moves are {{m|Captivate}} and {{m|Last Resort}}, and her Ability is {{a|Run Away}}.}}

===Temporary===
{{TrainerPoké
|main=Chimler
|trainer=Pearl
|pkmn=Monferno
|gender=male
|type1=Fire
|type2=Fighting
|img=Chimler Monferno.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc=Platinum gave Chimler (Japanese: サルヒコ Saruhiko) when he was a {{p|Chimchar}} to {{adv|Pearl}} who she thought was her bodyguard. Way after Chimler evolved into {{p|Monferno}}, he was given to Platinum to challenge [[Maylene]] in Veilstone City. She gave Chimler back after she was done with her Gym challenge.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Chatler
|trainer=Pearl
|pkmn=Chatot
|gender=male
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Chatler.png
|img_size=199px
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc=Chatler (Japanese: ペラヒコ Perahiko) was given to Platinum to challenge Maylene in Veilstone City. She gave Chatler back after she was done with her Gym challenge.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Tru
|trainer=Diamond
|pkmn=Torterra
|gender=male
|type1=Grass
|type2=Ground
|img=Tru Torterra.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc=Platinum delivered Tru (Japanese: るー Rū) when he was a {{p|Turtwig}} to {{adv|Diamond}} who she thought was her bodyguard. He was given to Platinum once again when he became a {{p|Torterra}}. She used Tru to battle [[Crasher Wake]]. After her Gym battle was done, she gave Tru back to Diamond.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Lax (Adventures)
|trainer=Diamond
|pkmn=Munchlax
|gender=male
|type1=Normal
|img=Platinum Munchlax Adventures.png
|epnum=PS338
|epname=Stagestruck Starly
|desc='''Lax''' was given to Platinum to battle [[Fantina]]. After finishing her Gym battle, she returned Lax to Diamond.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|gender=female
|trainer=Fantina
|pkmn=Drifblim
|type1=Ghost
|type2=Flying
|img=Platinum Drifblim.png
|epnum=PS351
|epname=Perturbed by Pachirisu
|desc=Fantina lent her {{p|Drifblim}} to Diamond and Platinum so that they could get to Canalave quickly as there was no other way for them to get there. It was later given to Diamond and later returned to Fantina at the Spear Pillar.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Diamond
|gender=male
|pkmn=Mamoswine
|type1=Ice
|type2=Ground
|img=Diamond Moo.png
|epnum=PS411
|epname=Double Trouble with Dialga and Palkia I
|desc={{DL|Diamond (Adventures)|Moo}} (Japanese: むー Mū) was originally Platinum's Pokémon who she caught because it reminded her of Diamond. Eventually, she gave it away to Diamond.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dahlia
|pkmn=Ludicolo
|type1=Water
|type2=Grass
|img=Platinum Ludicolo Adventures.png
|epnum=PS422
|epname=VS Ivysaur
|desc={{p|Ludicolo}} was one of the Pokémon owned by Dahlia that was switched under the rules of the Pokémon swap. It did heavy damage to Platinum's Rapidash with its powerful {{type|Water}} moves.

Ludicolo's only know move is {{m|Waterfall}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dahlia
|pkmn=Medicham
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Fighting
|img=Platinum Medicham Adventures.png
|epnum=PS422
|epname=VS Ivysaur
|desc={{p|Medicham}} was one of the Pokémon owned by Dahlia that was switched under the rules of the Pokémon swap. It defeated Platinum's Rapidash, causing Platinum to win the match. Later, it was returned to its original Trainer.

None of Medicham's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dahlia
|pkmn=Togekiss
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Platinum Togekiss Adventures.png
|epnum=PS422
|epname=VS Ivysaur
|desc={{p|Togekiss}} was one of the Pokémon owned by Dahlia that was switched under the rules of the Pokémon swap. It was easily defeated in one hit by Platinum's Lopunny. Later, it was returned to its original Trainer.

Togekiss's known moves are {{m|Air Slash}}, {{m|Aura Sphere}}, {{m|Hyper Beam}}, and {{m|Psychic}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Cresselia
|gender=female
|type1=Psychic
|img=Palmer Cresselia Adventures.png
|epnum=PS432
|epname=Alternate Dimension Showdown II
|desc={{p|Cresselia}} was borrowed by Platinum to chase Charon and Giratina when the two tried to escape from the Distortion World to the real world.}}

===Rented in Battle Factory===

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Qwilfish
|type1=Water
|type2=Poison
|img=Platinum Qwilfish Adventures.png
|epnum=PS426
|epname=VS Kakuna
|desc={{p|Qwilfish}} was a [[rental Pokémon]] used in the Battle Factory. It was used against Thorton and contributed to the defeat of his {{p|Ledian}} before being knocked out by his {{p|Ursaring}}.

Qwilfish's known moves are {{m|Toxic Spikes}}, {{m|Pin Missile}}, {{m|Destiny Bond}}, and {{m|Rollout}} and its Ability is {{a|Poison Point}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Platinum Grimer Adventures.png
|epnum=PS426
|epname=VS Kakuna
|desc={{p|Grimer}} was a rental Pokémon used in the Battle Factory.

None of Grimer's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Loudred
|type1=Normal
|img=Platinum Loudred Adventures.png
|epnum=PS426
|epname=VS Kakuna
|desc={{p|Loudred}} was a rental Pokémon used in the Battle Factory. It was used against Thorton and did heavy damage to his {{p|Tyranitar}} before being knocked out.

Loudred's known moves are {{m|Stomp}} and {{m|Roar}}, and its Ability is {{a|Soundproof}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Platinum
|pkmn=Kadabra
|type1=Psychic
|img=Platinum Kadabra Adventures.png
|epnum=PS426
|epname=VS Kakuna
|desc={{p|Kadabra}} was a rental Pokémon used in the Battle Factory. It was used against Thorton and managed to defeat his {{p|Ursaring}}, making Platinum the winner.

Kadabra's known moves are {{m|Miracle Eye}}, {{m|Psycho Cut}}, {{m|Focus Punch}}, and {{m|Drain Punch}}.}}

==Achievements==
===[[Badge]]s obtained===
[[File:Sinnoh Gym Badges Adventures.png|thumb|right|200px|Platinum's eight [[Sinnoh]] Gym [[Badge]]s]]
* {{Badge|Coal}} (''[[PS342|A Conk on Cranidos's Cranium]]'')
* {{Badge|Forest}} (''[[PS347|Ring Around the Roserade (II)]]'')
* {{Badge|Cobble}} (''[[PS357|Magnificent Meditite & Really Riolu II]]'')
* {{Badge|Fen}} (''[[PS366|Floatzel and Jetsam]]'')
* {{Badge|Relic}} (''[[PS373|Mirages of Mismagius II]]'')
* {{Badge|Mine}} (''[[PS377|Hurrah for Rapidash]]'')
* {{Badge|Icicle}} (''[[PS388|To and Fro with Froslass]]'')
* {{Badge|Beacon}} (''[[PS405|Shorting Out Electivire]]'')

===[[Ribbon]]s obtained===
* [[Cool Contest|Cool]] [[List of Ribbons in the games#Sinnoh Super Contest Ribbons|Ribbon]] (''[[PS351|Perturbed by Pachirisu]]'')
* {{DL|List of Ribbons in the games|Footprint Ribbon}} (''[[PS363|Dramatic Drapion & Crafty Kricketune II]]'')

===[[Commemorative print|Prints]] obtained===
[[File:Castle Print Adventures.png|thumb|right|Platinum's Castle Print]]
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation IV)#Battle Castle|Castle Print]] (''[[PS420|VS Gallade II]]'')
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation IV)#Battle Arcade|Arcade Print]] (''[[PS425|VS Heatran]]'')
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation IV)#Battle Factory|Factory Print]] (''[[PS428|VS Ledian]]'')
* [[Battle Frontier (Generation IV)#Battle Hall|Hall Print]] (''[[PS429|VS Dragonite]]'')

==Trivia==
* In the beginning of the ''Diamond & Pearl'' chapter of Pokémon Adventures, there were some moments where Platinum's first name was actually said, but her first name was always covered by another speech bubble to show that it was drowned out by that person's speech.
* Platinum is one of three Pokédex holders to have a known last name, the other two are {{adv|Blue}} and {{adv|Sapphire}}. Out of the three, she is the only one not to share her last name with an in-game {{pkmn|professor}}, as she is not related to one.
* Platinum is the only female Pokédex holder who does not name her Pokémon.
* [[James]], [[Juan]] and [[Selphy]] also have butlers named Sebastian.
* As pointed out by [[Byron]], Platinum managed to break the [[Timeline of Ruby and Sapphire's 80-day challenge|80-day]] record of obtaining all [[Badge]]s of one region, previously held by {{adv|Sapphire}}.
**She obtained six Badges in just 25 days, while Sapphire had obtained three Badges in the same amount of time.
* Platinum is the only character in Pokémon Adventures based on a female player character to be the main titular arc of her own, unlike Green, Crystal, Sapphire, and White, who all shared the title of their arc with another character, and Yellow, who was not based on a playable female character.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{platinum color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{platinum color}}"
|-
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
|お嬢様 ''Ojōsama'' プラチナ・ベルリッツ ''Platinum Berlitz''
|A respectful term used to refer to the daughter of a high-class family. From {{game|Platinum}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|English
|Lady (VIZ) Missy (Chuang Yi) Platinum Berlitz
|A respectful term used to refer to a woman. Refers to a young woman. From {{game|Platinum}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Korean
|아가씨 ''Agassi'' 플래티나 베를리츠 ''Platina Bereulich''
|Refers to a young woman. From {{game|Platinum}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
|大小姐 ''Dàxiǎojiě'' 普蘭汀娜·貝爾里慈 ''Pǔlántīngnà Bèi’ěrlicí''
|A respectful term used to refer to the daughter of a high-class family. Transliteration of her Japanese name.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Thai
|คุณหนู ''Koon-noo'' พลาติน่า เบลิซ ''Platina Belitz''
|A respectful term used to refer to the daughter of a high-class family. From {{game|Platinum}}.
|}{{-}}

==External links==
* [http://family.shogakukan.co.jp/kids/netkun/pokemon/official/story/comic/character/new_ojyou/new_ojyou_2007.html Netkun on Ojōsama] (Japanese)
* [http://family.shogakukan.co.jp/kids/netkun/pokemon/official/story/comic/character/platinum/platinum.html Netkun on Platinum] (Japanese)

{{Platinum's Pokémon}}

{{Pokémon Adventures main character series|platinum}}

{{DoubleProjectTag|Manga|CharacterDex}}

[[Category:Pokémon Adventures characters]]
[[Category:Female characters]]

[[de:Platinum (Pocket Monsters SPECIAL)]]
[[es:Platinum Berlitz]]
[[ja:プラチナ (ポケットモンスターSPECIAL)]]
[[pl:Platinum]]

Phione (Pokémon)

2013-06-06T06:56:09Z

`Dawn: /* In the Manga */ new section

{{PokémonPrevNext |type=water | prevnum=488 | nextnum=490 | prev=Cresselia |next=Manaphy}}
{{PokémonInfobox|
name=Phione |
jname=フィオネ |
tmname=Phione |
pron=<sc>fi-yo-ne</sc> |
size=250px |
art=DP |
ndex=489 |
obrow=297 |
type1=Water |
species=Sea Drifter |
height-ftin=1'04" |
height-m=0.4 |
weight-lbs=6.8 |
weight-kg=3.1 |
abilityn=1 |
ability1=Hydration |
egggroupn=2 |
egggroup1=Water 1 |
egggroup2=Fairy |
eggcycles=40 |
evhp=1|
expyield=165 |
lv100exp=1,250,000 |
gendercode=255|
color=Blue |
catchrate=30 |
body= 04|
pokefordex=phione |
generation=4 |
footnotes= }}
'''Phione''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese:]] '''フィオネ''' ''Phione'') is a {{type|Water}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}.

While it is not known to [[Evolution|evolve]] into or from any other Pokémon, it can only be obtained by breeding {{p|Manaphy}} or another Phione with {{p|Ditto}}.

It is a member of the {{DL|Legendary Pokémon|sea guardians}} with Manaphy.

Phione's [[#Legendary status|status]] as a [[legendary Pokémon]] is often disputed, with contradiction occurring even between official sources.

==Biology==
===Physiology===
Phione is the result of breeding {{p|Manaphy}} with {{p|Ditto}}. As a result, it is very similar to Manaphy in body structure. It has a tiny body with a red gem on it. Phione has a single rudimentary foot spike and club-like arms. Phione's head is larger than the rest of its body, and extending from its eyes are two small blue circles. It has a flotation sac on its head with a single, ribbon-like antenna on it.

====Gender differences====
Phione is a genderless species.

===Special abilities===
[[File:Phione to water.png|thumb|left|Phione going in the drain]]
Phione's abilities are similar to Manaphy's, but weaker. Phione is unable to use a number of attacks that Manaphy is able to learn, most notably: {{m|Tail Glow}}, {{m|Heart Swap}}, {{m|Hyper Beam}}, or {{m|Giga Impact}}. Phione are supposedly able to create a dew that cures all {{status|ailments}}. Phione also has the Ability to {{m|Acid Armor|melt}} its body into water and change its body into a more liquid state similar to {{p|Vaporeon}}.

===Behavior===
Like Manaphy, Phione always return to the place where they were born.
This Pokémon is very energetic and playful with its parental figure Manaphy.

===Habitat===
Phione live in warm seas, especially around the [[Sinnoh]] region.

===Diet===
{{main|Pokémon food}}

==In the anime==
[[File:Phione Supersonic.png|thumb|250px|Phione in the anime]]
===Major appearances===
Multiple Phione made their debut appearance in the anime in ''[[DP113|Hold the Phione!]]'' where one was attracted to [[Dawn's Buneary]].
{{-}}

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Sinnoh}}
{{Animedexbody|DP113|Phione|Dawn's Pokédex|Phione, the Sea Drifter Pokémon. Phione lives in warm oceans. It inflates the flotation sac on its head allowing it to float on the waves and look for {{pkmn|food}}.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Diamond & Pearl''|Sinnoh}}



==In the TCG==
{{main|Phione (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex
|type=water
|gen=4
|dpdex=A Pokémon that lives in warm seas. It inflates the flotation sac on its head to drift and search for food.
|platinumdex=It drifts in warm seas. It always returns to where it was born, no matter how far it may have drifted.
|hgssdex=When the water warms, they inflate the flotation sac on their heads and drift languidly on the sea in packs.
|bwdex=It drifts in warm seas. It always returns to where it was born, no matter how far it may have drifted.
|b2w2dex=It drifts in warm seas. It always returns to where it was born, no matter how far it may have drifted.
}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability|
type=water |
gen=4 |
dprarity=One |
dparea=[[My Pokémon Ranch]]|
ptrarity=One None |
ptarea=[[My Pokémon Ranch]] (requires Platinum update, Japan only) [[Pokémon breeding|Breed]] {{p|Manaphy}} and {{p|Ditto}}|
hgssex=dppt|
hgssarea=[[Pokémon breeding|Breed]] {{p|Manaphy}} and {{p|Ditto}}|
gen5ex=none |
bwarea=[[Poké Transfer]]|
b2w2ex=none |
b2w2area=[[Poké Transfer]]|
}}

====In side games====
{{SidegameAvail
|type=Water
|md2=[[Miracle Sea]] (Bottom)
|ranch=Store 250 Pokémon {{tt|*|Received in a Trade with Hayley for a Leafeon. Available for transfer to Diamond and Pearl.}}
|rumble=Ticket for releasing {{p|Lapras}} and {{p|Vaporeon}}
|ranger3=[[Canal Ruins]]
|rumble2=Beach: [[Rugged Flats]]{{tt|*|Get 20 customers}}
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats|
type=water |
HP= 80 |
Attack= 80 |
Defense=80 |
SpAtk= 80 |
SpDef= 80 |
Speed= 80 }}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon|
|type=Water
|Speed=4
|SpeedMax=5
|Power=1
|PowerMax=2
|Technique=3
|TechniqueMax=5
|Stamina=1
|StaminaMax=3
|Jump=2
|JumpMax=3
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
type1=water|
Normal= 100 |
Fighting=100 |
Flying= 100 |
Poison= 100 |
Ground= 100 |
Rock= 100 |
Bug= 100 |
Ghost= 100 |
Steel= 50 |

Fire= 50 |
Water= 50 |
Grass= 200 |
Electric=200 |
Psychic= 100 |
Ice= 50 |
Dragon= 100 |
Dark= 100 }}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh|Phione|Water|Water|5|4}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Bubble|Water|Special|20|100|30||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Water Sport|Water|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/level5|9|Charm|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|16|Supersonic|Normal|Status|—|55|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|24|BubbleBeam|Water|Special|65|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|31|Acid Armor|Poison|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/level5|39|Whirlpool|Water|Special|35|85|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|46|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|54|Aqua Ring|Water|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|61|Dive|Water|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|69|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Phione|Water|Water|5|4}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Phione|Water|Water|5|4}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM07|Hail|Ice|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|95|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|120|70|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM55|Scald|Water|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM56|Fling|Dark|Physical|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM86|Grass Knot|Grass|Special|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|90|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM89|U-turn|Bug|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM03|Surf|Water|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM05|Waterfall|Water|Physical|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM06|Dive|Water|Physical|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Phione|Water|Water|5|4}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Phione|water|water|5|4}}
{{learnlist/breed5null}}
{{learnlist/breedf|Phione|water|water|5|4}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh|Phione|water|water|5|4}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Bounce|Flying|Physical|85|85|5|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Covet|Normal|Physical|60|100|40|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Heal Bell|Normal|Status|—|—|5|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Icy Wind|Ice|Special|55|95|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Knock Off|Dark|Physical|20|100|20|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Last Resort|Normal|Physical|140|100|5|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutorf|Phione|water|water|5|4}}

===Side game data===
{{Sidegame|
type=water |
ndex=489 |
Dungeon2=yes |
body2=1 |
rate2=100 |
iq=B |
Ranger3=yes |
group3=Water |
assist3=Water |
field3=Cut |
field3power=2 |
browser3=It attacks by spitting bubbles that make Pokémon Slowed. |
rumble=yes|
rumbleattack=3|
rumbledefense=3|
rumblespeed=3|
rumble2=yes|
rumble2attack=3|
rumble2defense=3|
rumble2speed=3|
}}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox
|family=Breedonly
|sprite1=489
|name1=Phione
|type1-1=Water
|evotype1=None
|sprite2=490
|name2=Manaphy
|type1-2=Water
}}

===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
type=water|
gen=4|
gender=none|
ndex=489|
name=Phione|
animated=1|
}}

==Trivia==
* Phione is the only Pokémon that is obtainable by breeding a [[legendary Pokémon]].
* Phione can be bred not only from {{p|Manaphy}}, but also from a Phione. However, Phione are unable to produce Eggs that will hatch into Manaphy.
**With that, Phione and Manaphy are the only {{tt|legendary Pokémon|although Phione's legendary status is disputed}} that can be bred without the use of [[cheating devices]].
* Phione, {{p|Nidoran♂}}, {{p|Nidoran♀}}, and {{p|Volbeat}} are the only Pokémon that can be obtained by breeding a Pokémon they cannot evolve into.
* Phione shares the exact same base stats with {{p|Glalie}}.
* Phione is not found in any regional Pokédex.

===Legendary status===
Phione's status as a [[legendary Pokémon]] is often disputed, due to the fact that it can breed and multiple individuals can be obtained. [[Pokémon.com]]'s mailbag was once asked if Phione was legendary, to which the answer was initially no, but was quickly changed to yes; the whole mailbag section has since been taken down with the restructure of Pokémon.com. In the official game guide to {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, which is made by [[The Pokémon Company International]], it is stated that Phione is not legendary. In [[Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs]], it is not referred to by the game as "rare" or "legendary", which is the case for all other legendary Pokémon in the game. In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon]]: [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|Explorers of Time, Darkness]] and [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|Sky]], Phione has a 100% recruit rate, is never battled, and the player is not allowed to recruit more than one to their team, all of which are traits otherwise only exhibited by legendary Pokémon. Phione is banned from the {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|IV}}, the [[Battle Subway]] and the [[Pokémon World Tournament]], a rule which typically applies only to legendary Pokémon. Notably, and unlike Manaphy, Phione [[List of Pokémon that do not appear in any regional Pokédex|is not found in any regional Pokédex]], a trait that is otherwise exclusive to [[Generation IV]] legendary Pokémon. In [[Pokémon Rumble Blast]], Phione can only be unlocked once a certain number of customers have shopped at the Toy Shop, a trait otherwise exclusive to legendary Pokémon. It was also featured in Pokémon.com's [http://www.pokemon.com/powerbracket/us/ Pokémon Power Bracket], while all other Pokémon in it were legendary Pokémon.

===Origin===
{{bulbanews|On the Origin of Species: Manaphy and Phione}}
Phione is probably based on {{wp|sea angel}}s, specifically {{wp|clione}}. Clione are remarkably popular in Japanese documentaries, especially in {{wp|Hokkaido}}, on which Sinnoh is based (this may also explain their appearance in [[Chocovine Town]]).

====Name origin====
Phione may be a combination of the final syllable of ''{{p|Manaphy}}'' and ''{{wp|clione}}'' (sea angels). Like clione, Phione is pronounced in three syllables.

==References==
<references/>

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=water|type2=water
|ja=フィオネ ''Phione''|jameaning=From a combination of final syllable of ''{{p|Manaphy}}'' and ''clione'' (sea angels)
|de=Phione|demeaning=Same as Japanese name
|fr=Phione|frmeaning=Same as Japanese name
|es=Phione|esmeaning=Same as Japanese name
|it=Phione|itmeaning=Same as Japanese name
|ko=피오네 ''Phione''|komeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name
|zh_cmn=霏歐納 ''Fēi Ōu Nà''|zh_cmnmeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name
}}
 

==External links==

{{Legendary Pokémon}} 
{{PokémonPrevNext |type=water | prevnum=488 | nextnum=490 | prev=Cresselia |next=Manaphy}}
{{-}}
{{Project Pokédex notice}}
[[Category:Promotion-only Pokémon]]

[[it:Phione]]
[[pt:Phione (pokémon)]]

[[de:Phione]]
[[es:Phione]]
[[fr:Phione]]
[[ja:フィオネ]]
[[pl:Phione]]
[[zh:霏欧纳]]

== In the Manga ==

Phione first appeared in [[PS441|Alternate Dimension Showdown XI]]. It was born from the egg of the {{p|Manaphy}} that was given to {{adv|Diamond}} from Mr. [[Looker]] to take care of.[[File:Phione Heart Swap Adventures.png|thumb|left|200px|Phione as in the {{chap|Platinum}}]]

Misty's Psyduck

2013-05-22T12:09:48Z

`Dawn: /* Personality and characteristics */

{{incomplete|needs=Johto and Chronicles}}
{{AnimePokémonInfobox|
type1=Water|
trainername=Misty|
pokemonname=Psyduck|
jtrainername=カスミ|
jpokemonname=コダック|
tmtrainername=Kasumi|
tmpokemonname=Koduck|
image=[[File:Misty Psyduck.png|245px]] |
caption=Misty's Psyduck |
location=[[HopHopHop Town]] |
gender=Unknown{{tt|*|Confirmed male in the English dub}}|
epnum=EP027|
epname=Hypno's Naptime|
prevonum=054|
current=[[Cerulean Gym]]|
enva1=[[Michael Haigney]]|
java1=[[Rikako Aikawa]]|
}}
'''Misty's Psyduck''' (Japanese: '''カスミのコダック''' ''Kasumi's Koduck'') was the fifth {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} {{pkmn2|caught|acquired}} by {{an|Misty}} in the [[Kanto]] [[region]].

==In the anime==
===History===
====Kanto====
In [[HopHopHop Town]], the local Pokémon had been turned listless by the {{t|Psychic}} waves produced by a {{p|Hypno}}. When a {{p|Drowzee}} nullified the waves, the Pokémon were cured, with the exception of a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Psyduck}} that [[Nurse Joy]] had been looking after due to a chronic {{wp|headache}}. {{an|Brock}} wanted to impress her, so he promised to take care of the duck-like Pokémon.

Later, it was discovered that Psyduck had a permanent headache. Not wanting the continuously ailing Pokémon, Brock ended up passing it off to Misty because she is a {{type|Water}} specialist. Misty tried to avoid the little thing, but she ended up capturing it by accident when she dropped a [[Poké Ball]] that subsequently rolled towards Psyduck. Psyduck tapped the Ball's control with its bill twice and essentially captured itself.

Out of all of Misty's early Pokémon, Psyduck is arguably the one with the most personality. It was heavily featured, and appears in many episodes, although its appearances started to grow sparse during the [[Johto]] saga.

Psyduck does not like to stay in its [[Poké Ball]], and will usually pop out according to its mood. This personality trait has come in handy quite a bit - when Misty or her other Pokémon are captured, it is usually Psyduck who escapes and runs to get help. However, it also tends to frustrate Misty, as it results in Psyduck sometimes emerging for a {{pkmn|battle}} when Misty would prefer to use another Pokémon (although in these cases Psyduck generally manages to win thanks to its Psychic [[Move|attacks]]).

In ''[[EP091|Bye Bye Psyduck]]'', Misty's Psyduck seemed to have gotten separated from the group. Later on, a girl named {{oi|Marina}} arrived with a lost Psyduck. Misty assumed it was hers and noticed that its tail was glowing bright pink, which Marina pointed out that Psyduck would [[Evolution|evolve]] soon. Misty and Marina had a {{pkmn|battle}}, during which Ash tossed Misty her bag. It landed in the water, and when Misty retrieved it, she found a {{p|Golduck}}. Thinking her Psyduck evolved, she battled with Golduck, winning the match against Marina. Even when {{TRT}} barged in to steal Marina's Pokémon, Golduck easily rescued them. However, when Misty attempted to recall Golduck, her Psyduck popped out instead, revealing that the Golduck was a {{pkmn2|wild}} one and that her Psyduck never even left the Poké Ball.

It was also used in the [[Whirl Cup]] and during the [[Princess Day|Princess Festival]], where it finally defeated {{Ash}} and [[Jessie]].

Psyduck cannot swim, which is unusual for its species. In deep water it will panic and flail about, like a non-swimmer afraid of drowning. On one occasion it was given a lifebelt for it to enjoy the water. It also has trouble in battle. It knows several powerful {{type|Psychic}} techniques, but can only use them when its headache is severe. When Psyduck battled [[Tyra]]'s {{p|Cloyster}} in ''[[EP036|The Bridge Bike Gang]]'', Misty considered trying to boost its power by slamming a [[Bicycle|bike]] onto its head.

====Orange Islands====
Misty cleverly used Psyduck in battle in ''[[EP110|The Stun Spore Detour]]''. As {{MTR}} was about to attack, she recalled {{TP|Misty|Staryu}} and sent out Psyduck. Meowth angrily bit Psyduck's head, which caused Psyduck to have a severe headache, allowing it to use its Psychic powers and defeat him.

===Personality and characteristics===
{{bulbanews|Personality & Development: Misty's Psyduck}}
Misty's Psyduck can easily be described as dimwitted and absent-minded. When it pops out of its Poké Ball, it often doesn't know how it got there. It is perpetually confused, and even when it summons powerful moves, it appears confused about how it pulled such a feat off. Its motivation for jumping out of its Poké Ball remains unknown, as it clearly does not enjoy or excel at battling. Even in the episode ''[[EP256|Just Add Water]]'', it pushed Ash aside, wild with anger at Team Rocket's abduction of Misty (she had been captured saving him) and insisting on battling. However, after a few seconds, it completely forgot what it was doing and went back to looking confused.
[[File:Misty and Psyduck.png|thumb|left|Misty yelling at Psyduck]]
Psyduck seems to truly love and care for Misty. Despite its faults, it always tries to be there for her, whether she likes it or not. Misty constantly complains about Psyduck's faults and how it's dopey look gives her a headache, but many suspect that she actually deeply cares for Psyduck - she has never considered releasing it (though she tried trading it for Brock's Vulpix in The Ninja Poké-Showdown) , though it has been suggested several times; she instantly shoots down such ideas, such as when [[Koga]] and {{an|Aya}} both offered a [[trade]] with her. Her antagonistic relationship with it is often compared to her [[PokéShipping|relationship]] with {{Ash}}. It could also be compared with [[Jessie]]'s relationship with her {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}}.

For comic purposes, Misty seems to go to the limit of violence with Psyduck, such as when she suggested she smash a bike on Psyduck's head in order to activate its psychic powers. Psyduck is quite unconcerned to these threats of violence, perhaps because it knows how Misty truly feels.
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===Moves used===
{{anmov/h|water||Misty Psyduck {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 6}}|0=Disable.png‎|1=Confusion.png|2=Tail Whip.png|3=Scratch.png|4=Psychic.png|5=Water Gun.png}}|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 6}}|0=Disable|1=Confusion|2=Tail Whip|3=Scratch|4=Psychic|5=Water Gun}}}}
{{anmov|normal|Tail Whip|EP032|The Ninja Poké-Showdown}}
{{anmov|normal|Scratch|EP032|The Ninja Poké-Showdown}}
{{anmov|normal|Disable|EP032|The Ninja Poké-Showdown}}
{{anmov|psychic|Confusion|EP032|The Ninja Poké-Showdown|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|water|Water Gun|EP040|The Battling Eevee Brothers}}
{{anmov|psychic|Psychic|EP256|Just Add Water|rec=yes}}
{{anmov/f|water}}

==In the games==
Misty's Psyduck appears only in Pokémon Stadium.

==={{eng|Pokémon Stadium}}===
{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=054
|pokemon=Psyduck
|level=50-100
|type1=Water
|move1=Disable|move1type=Normal
|move2=Confusion|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Fury Swipes|move3type=Normal
|move4=Body Slam|move4type=Normal}}

==In the TCG==
Psyduck was featured in the TCG as one of [[Misty]]'s Pokémon. The following is a list of cards named '''Misty's Psyduck'''.

{{cardlist/header|Misty's Psyduck|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Misty's Psyduck|54}}|type=Water|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=54/132|jpset=Hanada City Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Misty's Psyduck|90}}|type=Water|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Common|ennum=90/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/footer|Water}}

==Trivia==
*In the dub of ''[[EP049|So Near, Yet So Farfetch'd]]'', it was implied by Brock that Psyduck is male, by calling it a "he".

==Related articles==
*{{animespecies|Psyduck}}

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Dawn (anime)

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`Dawn: /* Character */

{{CharInfobox|
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size=130px |
caption=Art from {{series|Best Wishes}} |
age=yes |
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colors=yes|
eyes=Dark Blue |
hair=Dark Blue |
gender=Female |
hometown=[[Twinleaf Town]] |
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trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Coordinator}} |
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leader=no |
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'''Dawn''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリ''' ''Hikari'') is a ten-year-old [[Pokémon Coordinator]] and a former {{ashfr|traveling companion}} of {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}. Her goal is to become a great [[Pokémon Coordinator]] like her [[mom#In the anime|mother]], [[Johanna]]. Her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was a {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} that she received from [[Professor Rowan]] in the [[DP001|first ''Diamond & Pearl'' series episode]].

==History==
===In the ''Diamond & Pearl'' series===
[[File:Dawn_Anime.png|thumb|left|150px|Dawn in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Dawn began her [[Pokémon journey]] with an overconfident {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. She wasn't able to gain his trust at first, but after rescuing him from a group of {{p|Ariados}}, the two became friends. Unlike {{an|May}}, she knew from the beginning that she wanted to be a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. After meeting {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}, she decided to journey with them, as their experience would likely be helpful to her. Like Ash, she is lucky enough to have seen a [[legendary Pokémon]] at the start of her journey, the projected soul of {{p|Mesprit}} in ''[[DP001|Following A Maiden's Voyage!]]''.

[[File:DP001.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's debut appearance]]
She had a [[bicycle]], but like {{an|Misty}}'s and {{an|May}}'s bikes, [[Ash's Pikachu]] destroyed it with his {{m|Thunderbolt}}. However, she did not mention this to Ash until more than thirty episodes after it happened. She also had planned to take a large suitcase full of dresses with her, but her mother made her leave it at home due to its impracticality. She had a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]], and her Contest cry is "Spotlight!" (English) or "Charm up!" (Japanese). Johanna gave Dawn the first [[Ribbon]] she earned as a Coordinator for good luck.

Dawn lost her first {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]'' to her new [[rival]] Zoey, who became one of her close friends after the Contest and who later helped Dawn through many tough times. After her loss, her mother told her not to rely on her but on her friends. Eventually, in her [[DP027|second official Contest]], Dawn narrowly beat her childhood rival {{si|Kenny}} to gain her first [[Ribbon]].

[[File:DP012.png|thumb|200px|Dawn and Zoey]]
She later trains with Zoey in coming up with different Contest moves regularly as evidenced by ''[[DP041|A Stand-Up Sit-Down!]]''. However she was not able to perfect {{AP|Buizel}}'s [[Ash's Buizel#Moves improvised|Ice Aqua Jet]] despite coming up with the idea. Ash later accomplishes this in the [[Wallace Cup]].

Despite her confidence and Contest training, in ''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]'', when she competed in the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she lost in the Appeals Round, making her the first of the main characters to lose a Contest by losing in the first round. In ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', she lost the Appeals Round for the second time in a row. This marked a notable change in Dawn's character. After the second blow to her self-esteem, she didn't know what to do and was still very upset throughout ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''. After this, she became more focused and regained her confidence after {{pkmn|battle|battling}} [[Maylene]] in ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''. She also began to practice in earnest for all her Contest's [[appeal|performances]] and [[Contest Battle|battles]]. Following [[Zoey]]'s advice to show off the Pokémon and not its moves, Dawn was able to pass through the first round in the [[Wallace Cup]] and eventually break her losing streak by narrowly defeating {{an|May}} in the final round of the competition in ''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]''. Dawn has since maintained her new found focus and humility.

[[File:DP067.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's Gym battle]]
After learning of the next Contest in [[Celestic Town]], she became very dedicated in her training, and actually overworked her Pokémon in ''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!]]''. Due to her hard work, she managed to win the Contest in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''. One of Dawn's [[Contest combination|combinations]] in that Contest gave {{Ash}} the inspiration for one of his notable tactics which he uses later on, the [[Counter Shield]]. In ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'', her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} began to disobey her after [[Evolution|evolving]]. Despite this, she was still eager to train it well.

This was evidenced by how much she cared for Mamoswine in ''[[DP119|Trials and Adulations!]]'' when both of them got lost and Mamoswine was injured. Using the medical knowledge she got from {{an|Brock}} in ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', she was able to heal Mamoswine making it obey her. However it still rebels and disobeys Dawn in the finals of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success!]]'' due to its short temper making her lose the Contest. However she remains calm and optimistic.

Her encounter with {{an|Mesprit}} and Ash and Brock's encounters with {{an|Azelf}} and {{an|Uxie}} respectively was revealed to be fate as [[Team Galactic]] intended to capture the [[lake guardians]] to awaken {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} in the [[Spear Pillar]]. The lake guardians communicate telepathically with Ash, Dawn and Brock and teleport them to the [[Team Galactic HQ]]. Eventually with the help of [[Cynthia]], they foil Team Galactic's plans and free the lake guardians.

In ''[[DP155|Double-Time Battle Training!]]'', with the help of [[Candice]] and [[Zoey]], she comes up with a new tactic after many failed attempts, the Flame Ice. She uses this tactic later on in the [[Daybreak Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[File:Young Dawn.png|thumb|200px|Young Dawn]]
While she is the only female main character not to have a sibling, she has two childhood friends that appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}, {{si|Kenny}} and [[Leona]], both of whom call her '''Dee Dee''' (Japanese: '''ピカリ''' ''Pikari''). Dawn has prevented them from telling Ash and Brock about the reason why she has this nickname, but in ''[[DP161|Yes in Dee Dee, It's Dawn!]]'', it was revealed that the reason for the name was due to her hair glittering (ピカピカ ''pikapika'') after being shocked by the class pets in her kindergarten, {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}, making it appear that she had '''D'''iamond '''D'''andruff. Due to the trauma from being teased by her entire class with the nickname, she has a certain fear of Plusle and Minun.

[[Ursula]] uses this against Dawn by using Plusle and Minun and deliberately attempting to shock her hair. Even though Dawn temporarily succumbed to her trauma, with Mamoswine's and Cyndaquil's encouragement, she was able to get over her trauma and defeat Ursula, winning her final fifth Ribbon in the process as well as allowing her to participate in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

She later trains in ''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher!]]'' where she comes up with a new tactic for the [[Grand Festival]], the Ice Chandelier. This time, however, she is able to perfect the move by herself with some inspiration. After obtaining {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}}, she trains with it to find a way around Togekiss's need to move gracefully and is able to do so successfully.

[[File:Poffin.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's poffins]]
Dawn entered the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] in ''[[DP174|Last Call — First Round!]]'', using her Buneary and Cyndaquil in the Appeals Round. She progressed through the round and battled [[Ursula]] first in [[DP175|the next episode]]. With Mamoswine and Pachirisu and her new combination, the Ice Chandelier, she was able to defeat [[Ursula's Gabite]] and {{p|Flareon}}. In the [[DP176|following episode]], she defeated [[Jessie|Jessilina]] and progressed to the [[DP177|finals]] to fight [[Zoey]].

After a very close fight between her Piplup and Togekiss and [[Zoey's Glameow]] and {{p|Gallade}}, however, she lost. After the finals, she returns her mother's Ribbon saying that she no longer is in her mother's shadow and only needs her Pokémon's care and support thus proving her growth as a Trainer.

After the competition, Zoey told Dawn that [[Candice]] was throwing a victory party for her in [[Snowpoint City]] and that Dawn was also welcome; however, Dawn declined the invitation, stating that she still wants to support Ash in his upcoming battle at [[Sunyshore Gym]] and in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. She then thanked all the Pokémon that had traveled with her through Sinnoh for their hard work and pledged to not give up her dream of being a {{DL|Grand Festival|Top Coordinator}}.

[[File:Dawn Cheer.png|thumb|200px|Dawn in her cheerleader outfit]]
After staying for Ash's Gym battle and the [[Sinnoh League]], she contemplates whether or not to go with Ash and Brock back to [[Kanto]]. However after receiving an invitation by [[Paris]] for her {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, she decides to stay in [[Sinnoh]]. She and Ash later share a final high-five as they did throughout the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} before Ash and Brock leave for Kanto.

After this, Dawn decided to spend some time at home before considering her next move and spent that time developing new Contest combinations. She also spent a lot of time working with Cyndaquil, and eventually decided to head for [[Hoenn]] next knowing that it was the region that Contests originated from and she was eager to hit the Contest trail again. However she was having trouble deciding which Pokémon to take with her and which to leave with [[Professor Rowan]]. Although she knew she would take Piplup, she couldn't decide on the others as she knew there was still a lot she could do with them. Eventually, after visiting Professor Rowan and having another incident with some {{p|Ariados}} (which caused Cyndaquil to [[Evolution|evolve]] into Quilava), Dawn decided to take all her Pokémon to [[Hoenn]] with her. Dawn soon left on her new adventure with her dream of becoming a Top Coordinator burning as bright as ever.

===In the ''Best Wishes'' series===

In ''[[BW085|All for the Love of Meloetta!]]'', it was revealed that Dawn had traveled to the [[Unova]] region and was staying in [[Cynthia]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]] while the champion was visiting [[Virbank City]]. She would return with Ash who Dawn got to reunite with and was able to meet his new friends, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}. Before coming to [[Undella Town]], Dawn had visited [[Nimbasa City]] where she watched a [[Pokémon Musical]] and one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. She also revealed that she would enter the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]]. She would later make it to [[BW091|Round 2]] before losing to Iris.

Later, in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', she announced her intention to head to [[Johto]] to compete in the Wallace Cup being held there. After semi-battling Ash, and saying their farewells, she and Piplup boarded the flight to [[Blackthorn City]].

==Character==
[[File:Ash and Dawn Arguing.png|thumb|right|250px|Dawn's temper]]
Dawn is notable for her confidence, since she is always looking towards the future rather than dwelling on her mistakes, although she has learned that this is not always enough. In the Japanese version, her catchphrase is, "{{tt|Daijōbu!|'It's fine!' or 'Don't worry!'}}" Although not consistently translated in the English dub at first, she began to regularly use "No need to worry!". In stark contrast to {{an|May}}'s inexperience and self-doubt at the start of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Dawn was overly confident and assured in her own strength in the beginning.

Over the course of her journey in Sinnoh, Dawn was able to come up with various combinations to show up her Pokémon's looks and strength. This began with something as simple as making her Piplup's beak grow longer, when using {{m|Peck}}, a combination she used even until the end of the Grand Festival. She later followed with simple spinning, a technique her Piplup and Buneary practiced for a while in [[Oreburgh City]]. The way it was used was adapted by Ash in his first Gym battle in Sinnoh.

[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|left|250px|Dawn in her winter clothes]]
Later on, Dawn began with more complex combinations, such as Flame Ice and Ice Chandelier, moves that were both powerful and beautiful. After a lot of practice, Dawn's Pokémon were able to master these combinations in battle. Coincidentally, both of these were used to defeat [[Ursula]].

Dawn is very different than Ash's {{ashfr|other friends}}. Dawn has more concern about her appearance, as she will not show herself to Ash or Brock until she feels that her appearance is perfect. That may be a reason why she decides to sleep inside a tent while the others sleep outside. However, she has recently been seen sleeping outside with the others, such as in ''[[DP053|Tears for Fears!]]''. She keeps up to date with fashion and popular trends such as the Pokétch. Every time she's going to be on camera, she needs to take a moment to brush her hair before going on, such as in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''.

In ''[[DP070|The Bells Are Singing!]]'', Dawn revealed that she was the one to design {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest (but also admitted that her mother was the one to sew it). In ''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'', she demonstrated her talent for designing again, sketching many different dresses for the [[Hearthome Collection]], though she rejected all of them.
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==Pokémon==
[[File:Dawn Party.png‎|thumb|250px|Dawn's current party]]
Since obtaining her first [[Pokémon]], the Pokémon that Dawn acquired tends to be cute and small like her starter, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.

Because of her lack of experience, she may have some rough spots on how to deal with her Pokémon properly, as seen when she bickers with Piplup sometimes. This lack of experience also reflects with her Pachirisu and Mamoswine. Pachirisu occasionally hits unwanted targets with its {{m|Discharge}} while Mamoswine may easily be angered and disobey Dawn in the process. Despite all these issues she faces some times, Dawn still deeply cares for all her Pokémon, especially her starter, Piplup.

As a Coordinator who is willing to win the Grand Festival, Dawn has trained her Pokémon in the art of Appeals, as well as battles. She is able to fully utilize her Pokémon's capabilities. A commonly-seen example would be her Buneary's capability to use {{m|Ice Beam}}, which was used in various ways in the Contests Dawn participated in. She was also able to use her Togekiss in the finals of the Grand Festival to help her almost defeat Zoey, despite the lack of experience with it when compared to her other Pokémon, most especially Piplup, who was also used in the finals.

This listing is of Dawn's [[Pokémon]] as of the most recent Japanese episode:

===On hand===
This section is for the Pokémon that Dawn has in her current [[party]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup.png|water}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary.png|normal}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu.png|electric}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine.png|ice|ground|fir=Swinub|mid=Piloswine}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Quilava|Dawn Quilava.png|fire|fir=Egg|mid=Cyndaquil}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Togekiss|Dawn Togekiss.png|Normal|Flying}} ♀
|}

===In training===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn still owns but were given to another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]] to take care of.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom.png|normal|fir=Aipom|size=190px}} ♀
|
|
|
|}

===Traded away===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Dawn and Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|
|
|
|}

===Temporary===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn temporarily used. Most of them are rental and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Dawn Pikachu.png
|epnum=DP002
|epname=Two Degrees of Separation
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=When Dawn rescued Pikachu from Team Rocket, after trying to capture him thinking he was a wild Pokémon, she looked after Pikachu until returning to Ash in [[DP003|the next episode]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Brock
|pkmn=Croagunk
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Dawn Croagunk.png
|epnum=DP046
|epname=A Maze-ing Race!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=After the group got separated by {{p|Graveler}} and {{p|Golem}} using {{m|Rollout}}, Croagunk ended up going with Dawn while they were stuck in a maze looking for Ash and Brock. When the group found each other on two sides of a maze wall, Croagunk, along with the other Pokémon, were commanded to break a hole on one side of the wall.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Dawn Grimer.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=Dawn trained this {{p|Grimer}} during the first day of the summer school academy. It was used in a battle against a {{p|Venonat}} trained by [[Conway]]. During the battle, it used a [[Counter Shield]] that Dawn had taught it.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Poison Gas}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}, {{m|Sludge}} and {{m|Gunk Shot}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Dodrio
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Dawn Dodrio.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Dodrio}} in the first leg of the triathlon.

None of Dodrio's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Sharpedo
|type1=Water
|img=Conway Floatzel.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Sharpedo}} in the second leg of the triathlon.

None of Sharpedo's moves are known.}}

==Contests==
===Ribbons obtained===
[[File:Dawn 4 ribbons.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's Ribbons as of ''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'']]

====[[Sinnoh]] Ribbons====
* {{to|Floaroma}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]'')
* {{DL|Ribbon|Aqua Ribbon}} (''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'')
* {{to|Celestic}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]'')
* {{to|Chocovine}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'')
* {{to|Daybreak}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]'')

===Outfits===
* [[List of clothing in the anime#Dawn|Dawn's different outfits seen in the anime]]

==Achievements==
* Unofficial Contest - runner-up (''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]'')
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] - runner-up (with [[Conway]]) (''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'')
* [[Hearthome Collection]] - winner (''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'')
* [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] - top 4 (''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'')
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament - N/A (''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]'')
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] - runner-up (''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]'')
* [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] - top 8 (''[[BW091|Battling Authority Once Again!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{pearl color}}|bordercolor={{pearl color light}}
|ja=豊口めぐみ ''[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]''
|en=[[Emily Jenness]]
|zh_cmn=林美秀 ''Lín Měixiù'' (Taiwan)
|cs=Rosita Erbanová
|nl=Meghna Kumar
|fi=Mirjami Heikkinen
|fr_eu=Alexandra Corréa
|el=Στέλλα Μπονάτσου ''Stella Bonatsou''
|de=Jana Julie
|he=טליה ברקאי ''Talia Barkai''
|id=Dewi Arifiani ({{series|DP}}, [[M10]]-[[M13]]) Diah Sekartadji Wulandari ([[DP146]]-[[DP148]], [[DP176]]-[[DP178]])
|it=Tosawi Piovani ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]]) Ludovica De Caro ([[DP105]]-present)
|ko=정미숙 ''Chong Mi-Suk''
|no=Eline Høyer
|pl=Magdalena Krylik ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Beata Wyrąbkiewicz ([[DP053]]-present)
|pt_br=Fernanda Bulara
|pt_eu=Raquel Ferreira ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Joana Carvalho ([[DP053]]-present, all movies)
|ru=Анастасия Фомичева ''Anastasia Fomicheva'' ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Ольга Шорохова ''Olga Shorohova'' ([[DP105]]-present)
|es_eu=Mar Bordallo
|es_la=Gaby Ugarte ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]], [[DP158]]-[[DP191]]) Leyla Rangel ([[DP105]]-[[DP157]], [[BW085]]-[[BW093]])
|th=ศันสนีย์ วัฒนานุหม่อมชั้น'' Sansanee Watthananumomchan''
|da=Annevig Schelde Ebbe
}}

==In the manga==
===In movie manga adaptations===
[[File:DP series trio.png|thumb|250px|Dawn, Ash, and Brock in the manga]]

Dawn appears in the manga adaptations of ''{{ma|The Rise of Darkrai}}'', ''{{ma|Giratina and the Sky Warrior}}'', ''{{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}'', and ''{{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions}}''. Her team is the same in these manga adaptations.

===In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga===
Dawn and her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} appear as main characters alongside {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} in the {{pkmn|manga}} series {{OBP|Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl|Sakai Takayuki}}, an adaptation of the anime set in the timeline of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}.

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Dawn or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Dawn's Pokémon|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Piplup M (Movie Random Pack Promo 7)|Piplup]] {{SP|M}}|type=Water|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=007/022}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Buneary M (Movie Random Pack Promo 19)|Buneary]] {{SP|M}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=019/022}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn PLL.png|thumb|upright|Dawn in [[Pokémon Learning League]]]]
* On the [[Pokémon Learning League]] website, [[List of clothing in the anime|her clothing]] has been altered so that her white undershirt has sleeves and she is wearing black stockings or tights.
* Dawn's Japanese name is Hikari, and [[Zoey|her rival]]'s is Nozomi. The ''Hikari'' and the ''Nozomi'' are two Shinkansen "bullet train" lines. The Nozomi is faster than the Hikari, possibly symbolizing that Zoey is farther along in her coordinating skills than Dawn. It should also be noted that they go in opposite directions.
* All of Dawn's Normal-type Pokémon are female.
* When Dawn temporarily returned to the show in the {{series|Best Wishes}}, she returned for nine episodes. This was longer than both {{an|Misty}} and {{an|May}}, who only returned to the show for five episodes each; Misty's return was on two different occasions for a total of five.
** Dawn is also the only one of the three not to use a new outfit during her return.
* Dawn is Ash's only traveling companion to have met all three of his main rivals, having met {{Gary}} and [[Paul]] during her original run and having met [[Trip]] during her return.
* Dawn is the only [[Pokémon Coordinator]] in the anime to compete for the same {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]] twice.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{pearl color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{pearl color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| ヒカリ ''Hikari''
| From 光/ひかり ''hikari'', light or shine.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English
| Dawn
| May be a reference to ''Hikari''; dawn is the day's first light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Aurore
| From ''aurore'', dawn.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| German
| Lucia
| From Latin ''lux'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Lucinda
| From ''luce'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{tt|Spanish|Iberian}}
| Maya
| Maya can be a reference to the {{wp|Maya civilization}}, who worshiped sun.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 나빛나 ''Na Bit-Na''
| When read as a sentence, it means ''I shine''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小光 ''Xiǎo Guāng''
| From 光 ''hikari'', light. Can be taken as "young light".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小光{{tt|*|In the anime}} ''Síu Gwōng'' 光子{{tt|*|In the tenth movie}} ''Gwōngjí''
| From 光 ''hikari''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| ฮิคาริ ''Hikari''
| Same as her Japanese name.
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Dawn}}
* [[Dawn (game)]]

==On Bulbagarden forums==
* {{BMGF|14886|The Dawn Club}}

{{Dawn's Pokémon}}
{{Coordinators}} 
{{Animecharacters|Pearl}} 
{{Project Anime notice|no}}

[[Category:Anime characters]]
[[Category:Ash and Pikachu characters]]
[[Category:Ash's friends]]
[[Category:Female characters]]
[[Category:Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl characters]]
[[Category:Coordinators]]

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== I have a question for you regarding my user page. ==

Now, I want to make my user page better, but I wanna ask.

Is it ok that I list my favorite Pokémon and what I like don't like about Pokémon, or does my user page have to be relevant to this encyclopedia somehow? [[User:TheBlazikenMaster|TheBlazikenMaster]] ([[User talk:TheBlazikenMaster|talk]]) 01:53, 12 December 2012 (UTC)
:That's entirely fine, and pretty much exactly what the userspace is meant for. A list of what isn't allowed, as well as additional rules & restrictions regarding the userspace, can be found at the {{bp|userspace policy}}. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 01:57, 12 December 2012 (UTC)
::Thanks I'll be sure to read the policy. Oh, and I am going to make use of that preview button since I know there is a limit to how much I'm allowed to update my user page a day. [[User:TheBlazikenMaster|TheBlazikenMaster]] ([[User talk:TheBlazikenMaster|talk]]) 02:07, 12 December 2012 (UTC)

== Sprite completion ==

Everything in Stage 2 of the Trainer sprites project has been finished, including the protected pages (with special thanks to Sprite-it for fixing them all). Masatoshi{{tt|*|also with special thanks}} already took care of Stage 3 after all of the sprite links were changed on their respective pages so we don't have to worry about that. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 04:56, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
:Both Spriteit and Masatoshi had already come to me in regards to approval for the work they did, so I'm already aware of the completion of Stage 2 and Stage 3. But, thank you anyway for the progress report. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 01:22, 16 December 2012 (UTC)

== Question about Dunsparce page ==

I recently updated the page with its Gold/Silver backsprites in an extra box, and you changed the extras to the Crystal backsprites.
In the history page it says the main box sprites will "take a while to refresh"; does this mean they will correctly show the Gold/Silver backsprites soon? As of now they appear to show the Crystal sprites. Just wondering! [[User:Silverlucario|Frezgle]] ([[User talk:Silverlucario|talk]]) 12:18, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
:They're meant to show Crystal backsprite, while that big template should show GS (someone uploaded Crystal backsprite on GS's file) [[User:Marked +-+-+|Marked +-+-+]] ([[User talk:Marked +-+-+|talk]]) 12:28, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
::I'm not sure if I should revert them back to the proper file or if that's in the works already D: I did upload the G/S files prior to my edit to show the differences between the two and I'm not sure why they're now both the Crystal sprite. [[User:Silverlucario|Frezgle]] ([[User talk:Silverlucario|talk]]) 12:33, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
:::Server takes time to update. Due to that, they look correctly at Archives, but not Bulbapedia. [[User:Marked +-+-+|Marked +-+-+]] ([[User talk:Marked +-+-+|talk]]) 12:37, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
::::Urrggh yeah, I figured that out after attempting to revise it and seemingly barfing up the revision history x~x Guess I'll just leave it alone then [[User:Silverlucario|Frezgle]] ([[User talk:Silverlucario|talk]]) 12:40, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
:::::For a bit of an elaboration, Bulbapedia (and Bulbanews) supply files through a cached {{wp|content delivery network}} (CDN). When files are modified on the Archives, the CDN will generally change the cached image within 24 hours. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 01:22, 16 December 2012 (UTC)

== Transcripts ==

Why don't we do pokemon transcripts? If you want to add everything about pokemon why not those to. [[User:Dbeckelheimer6|Dbeckelheimer6]] ([[User talk:Dbeckelheimer6|talk]]) 23:17, 30 December 2012 (UTC)
:It's an issue of copyright. Copying the subject of an episode word for word can be considered a rather serious violation of respective copyrights. This is why we do episode synopses, rather than transcripts. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 23:23, 30 December 2012 (UTC)
::Oh, Ok. [[User:Dbeckelheimer6|Dbeckelheimer6]] ([[User talk:Dbeckelheimer6|talk]]) 23:24, 30 December 2012 (UTC)

== Dugtrio sprites ==
Ok, someone's been screwing around with the Dugtrio sprites and replacing them with random sprites. Can you revert them? I've never uploaded an image onto a wiki. [[User:TheShinyRoggenrola|TheShinyRoggenrola]] ([[User talk:TheShinyRoggenrola|talk]]) 14:34, 5 January 2013 (UTC)
They've been fixed now. [[User:TheShinyRoggenrola|TheShinyRoggenrola]] ([[User talk:TheShinyRoggenrola|talk]]) 16:13, 5 January 2013 (UTC)

== I'm confused... ==

What's the difference between when a Pokémon learns a new move, or is revealed to know it? --[[User:Doggy567123|Doggy567123]] ([[User talk:Doggy567123|talk]]) 00:08, 10 January 2013 (UTC)
:Learning a move is physically seen in the episode. The main characters will point out that it didn't know the move beforehand. (Cilan's Crustle using Rock Wrecker after evolving is an example) Revealing a move is when the characters are aware that the Pokémon knows the move, they just haven't used it before. (Example being Cilan's Dwebble using Rock Slide for the first time) [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 00:54, 10 January 2013 (UTC)

May I know that does a page has it's limits for adding pictures or the limit of pictures is relative to the text? - [[User:`Dawn]] ([[User talk:`Dawn|talk]]) 10:26, 1 May 2013 (UTC)

==Project Pokémon==
Hi. I was wondering if I could start a project : Project Pokemon. a project that where infomation about pokemon TCG online and stratiges to build strong decks. I play at the local hobbie shop and noticed the lack of data on real life decks and good stratiges to make them strong. That is where Project Pokemon comes in, to make articles about cards, decks, and good stratiges. I know pokemon.com is a sorce but the data is limited and only on like 2-3 card combos which is very sad because pokemon is more than that. please get back to me. It said to ask a staff member and I noticed you are online. do you have the power or know someone I could ask? Thank You --[[User:Eatfish|Eatfish]] ([[User talk:Eatfish|talk]]) 19:27, 12 January 2013 (UTC)
:This appears to have already been handled {{ut|Maverick Nate#Project Pokémon|here}}. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 12:08, 13 January 2013 (UTC)

== About the usertags ==

Excuse me, but I was wondering what the wikicode for your This user comes from Canada, Proud to be Canadian and LBRAGRRAHW! usertags are? Thanks- [[User:TeamPlasmaN1212|TeamPlasmaN1212]] 17:14, 20 January 2013 (UTC)
:The code for the country tag is [[Template:User Country|<code><nowiki>{{User Country|400|Canada|F00|FFF|F00}}</nowiki></code>]], the pride tag can be directly included by using [[User:Kogoro/Canada Day|<code><nowiki>{{User:Kogoro/Canada Day}}</nowiki></code>]]. The LBRAGRRAHW! tag is a bit more personal, and I'd prefer that it isn't used by individuals without connection to its background, sorry. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 04:39, 21 January 2013 (UTC)

== Shaymin events ==

Hey, Kogoro. I was wondering if you could take a look at [[Shaymin#In events|the Event page for Shaymin]] if you have a chance to. I am not familiar enough with how the template works and was hoping that you could work out the remaining issues on the table. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 20:07, 20 January 2013 (UTC)
:Because of that template being updated the template is broken on tons of other Pokémon pages, not just Shaymin. It was updated as part of a major event Pokémon rework on Bulbapedia. The way to fix the problems on the template is by adding the link perimeter, because the [[Template:gameabbrev3]] breaks the event template without the link perimeter. I can fix the template in a little bit. '''[[User:Lady Ariel|Lady]] [[User talk:Lady Ariel|Ariel]]''' 20:18, 20 January 2013 (UTC)
::Ah, thank you for that. I saw it had been updated, but I thought that it was something that I was forgetting to do with Shaymin's page. Thank you for the help. :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 20:22, 20 January 2013 (UTC)

== Thanks for the notice ==

Thanks for the information, I will stop updating the cards. [[User:Jerbuta|Jerbuta]] ([[User talk:Jerbuta|talk]]) 20:08, 20 January 2013 (UTC)

== Oppand ==

The user keeps on removing content and replacing it with profanity. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 20:28, 20 February 2013 (UTC)
:Actually, it was already taken care of Dennou after I posted this. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 20:30, 20 February 2013 (UTC)

== User page ==

Can you please change the policy so new users on Bulbapedia (such as myself) can edit their own user page? I don't understand why we can't even edit our own user page. Will this change take place or not? Also, what's the reason behind it so we can't edit our own user page? --[[User:IllaZilla|IllaZilla]] ([[User talk:IllaZilla|talk]]) 01:10, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:This has been covered {{ut|MAGNEDETH#User page|here.}} - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 02:21, 19 March 2013 (UTC)

==Preview Button Protocol==
What did I screw up that would warrent the necessity of this?

[[User:Jdogno4|Jdogno4]] ([[User talk:Jdogno4|talk]]) 09:38, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
:This isn't due to any one incidence, but many over the course of your time on Bulbapedia: {{ut|Jdogno4#The Preview Button|1 & 2}}, {{ut|Jdogno4#The Preview Button 2|3 & 4}}, {{ut|Jdogno4#The Preview Button (3)|5}}, [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=User_talk:SnorlaxMonster&action=history and 6]. Even with a mandatory preview, it took you two edits to post this question. You really need to learn to use the preview button, so you can make your changes with a single edit. That is why it is necessary. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 02:21, 19 March 2013 (UTC)

== Plagiarism ==

There has been a user by the name of [http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/User:Blugo34 Blugo34] on the [http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Wiki Pokemon Wiki] (a Wikia wiki) who has been taking images from Bulbapedia and uploading them to the wiki without even attributing Bulbapedia. I [[User talk:Dennou Zenshi#Plagiarism|originally notified]] to Dennou Zenshi, but since he said he couldn't really do anything, and suggested I ask you, I did. [[User talk:Dennou Zenshi#Plagiarism|Link to discussion]]. --[[User:NOBODY|NOBODY]] ([[User talk:NOBODY|talk]]) 22:54, 25 March 2013 (UTC)

== Protected Pages ==

Hey I've been trying to move the articles about the BW chapters that are a part of the newly-released Volume 44 so that I can rename them so that the links on the Volume 44 page actually lead to something. But you protected the pages around two years ago. Can you or someone who's an admin change the titles of those articles so that they will fit with the volume format now that they are parts of volumes? Thanks. [[User:Arceus101|Arceus101]] ([[User talk:Arceus101|talk]]) 17:48, 29 March 2013 (UTC)

== Bulbapedia News ==

Dear Kogoro, I would like to know if I could create a Area in the main page, with helpful info to new trainers, or Rumors on new pokemon, or Fanfiction stories, or anything Pokemon related? {{unsigned|ShadowPikachu126}}

== Koga's and Giovanni's sprites ==

Deat Kogoro,
I am trying to change Giovanni's and Koga's VS sprite to their gen III sprites because they aren't gym leaders in generation IV. If you look up Viridian City and Fuchsia City, you will see Koga's and Giovanni's gen III, not their VS sprites. Also, if you try to edit Viridian City or Fuchsia City, you will see a message by an admin saying that their gen III sprites are used because they weren't gym leaders in gen IV and that admin will ban you for 1 month if you edit it to their gen IV sprite. I am trying to follow his example and change their VS sprites to their gen III sprites. If you could, please let me do so.

Sincerely,
{{unsigned|Agent5514}}
:Commented instructions are only in effect on the page they are placed on, unless they specifically note additional pages that are also subject to the instructions. The Indigo League and Gym Leader pages use the VS sprites for consistency within the table, among other reasons, and were done so after a lengthy discussion. It was also brought up in [[Talk:Gym Leader#Why vs sprites?|July 2012]], and it was made quite clear that users preferred the VS sprites over the FRLG battle sprites for Koga and Giovanni on the Gym Leader page.

:When someone reverts you, especially a member of the {{bp|staff|Bulbapedia staff}}, it is imperative that you do ''not'' restore your changes and that you bring up your concerns on the article's talk page instead. What you have done on the Gym Leader and Indigo League pages is start what is called an {{bp|Blocking policy#Threats and edit/revert wars|edit war}}, which is not permitted on Bulbapedia and can result in blocks ranging from temporary to permanent. If you wish for the sprites to be changed, bring it up on the talk page for the Gym Leader article, and allow due discussion. Do not restore your changes until such discussion has taken place, and been properly finalized. Thank you, - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 21:04, 12 April 2013 (UTC)

== About your edit to my page ==

I understand the policy on personal images, and I'm not going to argue that. However, I am not sure ''how'' exactly to link an external image in that template. If you could help me on that much, it would be much appreciated. [[User:Schiffy|Schiffy]] ([[User_talk:Schiffy|Speak to me]]|[[Special:Contributions/Schiffy|What I've done]]) 13:43, 14 April 2013 (UTC)
:To use an external image in that usertag, you will need to remove the archives filename from your inclusion of the usertag and replace it with: "<code>image=complete URL of the image</code>" Be sure that your external file is no larger than 60×60 pixels, or it will stretch out the tag. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 23:39, 14 April 2013 (UTC)
::Alright, thanks. I see what I was doing wrong, I didn't have the "image=" as part of the parameter, so I was getting random crap. [[User:Schiffy|Schiffy]] ([[User_talk:Schiffy|Speak to me]]|[[Special:Contributions/Schiffy|What I've done]]) 23:53, 14 April 2013 (UTC)

== Me again! ==

'''Hi it's me again,I returned.'''
For now I have made some '''good edits''' and I'm going to do more.'''I hope you help me'''.--[[User:Alipikachu|'''αlιρικαchu''']] ~ [[Special:Contributions/Alipikachu|·ï¡÷¡ï·]] ~ [[User talk:Alipikachu|'''тαlĸ''']] 13:10, 15 April 2013 (UTC)
Please move my group,cause i want to make some templates on my sub user space.--[[User:Alipikachu|'''αlιρικαchu''']] ~ [[Special:Contributions/Alipikachu|·ï¡÷¡ï·]] ~ [[User talk:Alipikachu|'''тαlĸ''']] 18:58, 16 April 2013 (UTC)
:To be completely honest with you, I must still decline to restore your userspace privileges. Your most recent edit to Bulbapedia prior to the month of April 2013 was on [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=User_talk:Kogoro/4&diff=prev&oldid=1673726 '''''May 17th 2012''''']. You've been gone from Bulbapedia for nearly an entire year, and the last edit prior to this absence was part of the last time you asked for your userspace privileges back. You have only made a total of 11 mainspace edits since you have returned, and the vast majority of those edits were reverted. So, once again, I am sorry, but no. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 19:47, 17 April 2013 (UTC)
::'''1.'''Am I able to make templates without that user space.'''2.'''How can I take screenshot of routes like this [[Johto_Route_41]]--[[User:Alipikachu|'''αlιρικαchu''']] ~ [[Special:Contributions/Alipikachu|·ï¡÷¡ï·]] ~ [[User talk:Alipikachu|'''тαlĸ''']] 08:02, 18 April 2013 (UTC)
::#If the templates are not personal in nature, you can create examples of them in the official {{bp|sandbox}}. If they are personal in nature (like a usertag), you cannot create them without earning your userspace privileges back.
::#Screenshots like the one on that page are created by taking smaller screenshots of the entire area, then connecting them all together as a single file through any image editing program. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 21:08, 21 April 2013 (UTC)

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== I have a question for you regarding my user page. ==

Now, I want to make my user page better, but I wanna ask.

Is it ok that I list my favorite Pokémon and what I like don't like about Pokémon, or does my user page have to be relevant to this encyclopedia somehow? [[User:TheBlazikenMaster|TheBlazikenMaster]] ([[User talk:TheBlazikenMaster|talk]]) 01:53, 12 December 2012 (UTC)
:That's entirely fine, and pretty much exactly what the userspace is meant for. A list of what isn't allowed, as well as additional rules & restrictions regarding the userspace, can be found at the {{bp|userspace policy}}. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 01:57, 12 December 2012 (UTC)
::Thanks I'll be sure to read the policy. Oh, and I am going to make use of that preview button since I know there is a limit to how much I'm allowed to update my user page a day. [[User:TheBlazikenMaster|TheBlazikenMaster]] ([[User talk:TheBlazikenMaster|talk]]) 02:07, 12 December 2012 (UTC)

== Sprite completion ==

Everything in Stage 2 of the Trainer sprites project has been finished, including the protected pages (with special thanks to Sprite-it for fixing them all). Masatoshi{{tt|*|also with special thanks}} already took care of Stage 3 after all of the sprite links were changed on their respective pages so we don't have to worry about that. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 04:56, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
:Both Spriteit and Masatoshi had already come to me in regards to approval for the work they did, so I'm already aware of the completion of Stage 2 and Stage 3. But, thank you anyway for the progress report. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 01:22, 16 December 2012 (UTC)

== Question about Dunsparce page ==

I recently updated the page with its Gold/Silver backsprites in an extra box, and you changed the extras to the Crystal backsprites.
In the history page it says the main box sprites will "take a while to refresh"; does this mean they will correctly show the Gold/Silver backsprites soon? As of now they appear to show the Crystal sprites. Just wondering! [[User:Silverlucario|Frezgle]] ([[User talk:Silverlucario|talk]]) 12:18, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
:They're meant to show Crystal backsprite, while that big template should show GS (someone uploaded Crystal backsprite on GS's file) [[User:Marked +-+-+|Marked +-+-+]] ([[User talk:Marked +-+-+|talk]]) 12:28, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
::I'm not sure if I should revert them back to the proper file or if that's in the works already D: I did upload the G/S files prior to my edit to show the differences between the two and I'm not sure why they're now both the Crystal sprite. [[User:Silverlucario|Frezgle]] ([[User talk:Silverlucario|talk]]) 12:33, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
:::Server takes time to update. Due to that, they look correctly at Archives, but not Bulbapedia. [[User:Marked +-+-+|Marked +-+-+]] ([[User talk:Marked +-+-+|talk]]) 12:37, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
::::Urrggh yeah, I figured that out after attempting to revise it and seemingly barfing up the revision history x~x Guess I'll just leave it alone then [[User:Silverlucario|Frezgle]] ([[User talk:Silverlucario|talk]]) 12:40, 15 December 2012 (UTC)
:::::For a bit of an elaboration, Bulbapedia (and Bulbanews) supply files through a cached {{wp|content delivery network}} (CDN). When files are modified on the Archives, the CDN will generally change the cached image within 24 hours. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 01:22, 16 December 2012 (UTC)

== Transcripts ==

Why don't we do pokemon transcripts? If you want to add everything about pokemon why not those to. [[User:Dbeckelheimer6|Dbeckelheimer6]] ([[User talk:Dbeckelheimer6|talk]]) 23:17, 30 December 2012 (UTC)
:It's an issue of copyright. Copying the subject of an episode word for word can be considered a rather serious violation of respective copyrights. This is why we do episode synopses, rather than transcripts. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 23:23, 30 December 2012 (UTC)
::Oh, Ok. [[User:Dbeckelheimer6|Dbeckelheimer6]] ([[User talk:Dbeckelheimer6|talk]]) 23:24, 30 December 2012 (UTC)

== Dugtrio sprites ==
Ok, someone's been screwing around with the Dugtrio sprites and replacing them with random sprites. Can you revert them? I've never uploaded an image onto a wiki. [[User:TheShinyRoggenrola|TheShinyRoggenrola]] ([[User talk:TheShinyRoggenrola|talk]]) 14:34, 5 January 2013 (UTC)
They've been fixed now. [[User:TheShinyRoggenrola|TheShinyRoggenrola]] ([[User talk:TheShinyRoggenrola|talk]]) 16:13, 5 January 2013 (UTC)

== I'm confused... ==

What's the difference between when a Pokémon learns a new move, or is revealed to know it? --[[User:Doggy567123|Doggy567123]] ([[User talk:Doggy567123|talk]]) 00:08, 10 January 2013 (UTC)
:Learning a move is physically seen in the episode. The main characters will point out that it didn't know the move beforehand. (Cilan's Crustle using Rock Wrecker after evolving is an example) Revealing a move is when the characters are aware that the Pokémon knows the move, they just haven't used it before. (Example being Cilan's Dwebble using Rock Slide for the first time) [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 00:54, 10 January 2013 (UTC)

May I know that does a page has it's limits for adding pictures or the limit of pictures is relative to the text? - [[User:`Dawn]] [[User talk:`Dawn|talk]] 10:26, 1 May 2013 (UTC)

==Project Pokémon==
Hi. I was wondering if I could start a project : Project Pokemon. a project that where infomation about pokemon TCG online and stratiges to build strong decks. I play at the local hobbie shop and noticed the lack of data on real life decks and good stratiges to make them strong. That is where Project Pokemon comes in, to make articles about cards, decks, and good stratiges. I know pokemon.com is a sorce but the data is limited and only on like 2-3 card combos which is very sad because pokemon is more than that. please get back to me. It said to ask a staff member and I noticed you are online. do you have the power or know someone I could ask? Thank You --[[User:Eatfish|Eatfish]] ([[User talk:Eatfish|talk]]) 19:27, 12 January 2013 (UTC)
:This appears to have already been handled {{ut|Maverick Nate#Project Pokémon|here}}. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 12:08, 13 January 2013 (UTC)

== About the usertags ==

Excuse me, but I was wondering what the wikicode for your This user comes from Canada, Proud to be Canadian and LBRAGRRAHW! usertags are? Thanks- [[User:TeamPlasmaN1212|TeamPlasmaN1212]] 17:14, 20 January 2013 (UTC)
:The code for the country tag is [[Template:User Country|<code><nowiki>{{User Country|400|Canada|F00|FFF|F00}}</nowiki></code>]], the pride tag can be directly included by using [[User:Kogoro/Canada Day|<code><nowiki>{{User:Kogoro/Canada Day}}</nowiki></code>]]. The LBRAGRRAHW! tag is a bit more personal, and I'd prefer that it isn't used by individuals without connection to its background, sorry. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 04:39, 21 January 2013 (UTC)

== Shaymin events ==

Hey, Kogoro. I was wondering if you could take a look at [[Shaymin#In events|the Event page for Shaymin]] if you have a chance to. I am not familiar enough with how the template works and was hoping that you could work out the remaining issues on the table. --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 20:07, 20 January 2013 (UTC)
:Because of that template being updated the template is broken on tons of other Pokémon pages, not just Shaymin. It was updated as part of a major event Pokémon rework on Bulbapedia. The way to fix the problems on the template is by adding the link perimeter, because the [[Template:gameabbrev3]] breaks the event template without the link perimeter. I can fix the template in a little bit. '''[[User:Lady Ariel|Lady]] [[User talk:Lady Ariel|Ariel]]''' 20:18, 20 January 2013 (UTC)
::Ah, thank you for that. I saw it had been updated, but I thought that it was something that I was forgetting to do with Shaymin's page. Thank you for the help. :) --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 20:22, 20 January 2013 (UTC)

== Thanks for the notice ==

Thanks for the information, I will stop updating the cards. [[User:Jerbuta|Jerbuta]] ([[User talk:Jerbuta|talk]]) 20:08, 20 January 2013 (UTC)

== Oppand ==

The user keeps on removing content and replacing it with profanity. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 20:28, 20 February 2013 (UTC)
:Actually, it was already taken care of Dennou after I posted this. [[User:Pattyman|Patty]][[User talk:Pattyman|Man]] 20:30, 20 February 2013 (UTC)

== User page ==

Can you please change the policy so new users on Bulbapedia (such as myself) can edit their own user page? I don't understand why we can't even edit our own user page. Will this change take place or not? Also, what's the reason behind it so we can't edit our own user page? --[[User:IllaZilla|IllaZilla]] ([[User talk:IllaZilla|talk]]) 01:10, 11 March 2013 (UTC)
:This has been covered {{ut|MAGNEDETH#User page|here.}} - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 02:21, 19 March 2013 (UTC)

==Preview Button Protocol==
What did I screw up that would warrent the necessity of this?

[[User:Jdogno4|Jdogno4]] ([[User talk:Jdogno4|talk]]) 09:38, 16 March 2013 (UTC)
:This isn't due to any one incidence, but many over the course of your time on Bulbapedia: {{ut|Jdogno4#The Preview Button|1 & 2}}, {{ut|Jdogno4#The Preview Button 2|3 & 4}}, {{ut|Jdogno4#The Preview Button (3)|5}}, [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=User_talk:SnorlaxMonster&action=history and 6]. Even with a mandatory preview, it took you two edits to post this question. You really need to learn to use the preview button, so you can make your changes with a single edit. That is why it is necessary. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 02:21, 19 March 2013 (UTC)

== Plagiarism ==

There has been a user by the name of [http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/User:Blugo34 Blugo34] on the [http://pokemon.wikia.com/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Wiki Pokemon Wiki] (a Wikia wiki) who has been taking images from Bulbapedia and uploading them to the wiki without even attributing Bulbapedia. I [[User talk:Dennou Zenshi#Plagiarism|originally notified]] to Dennou Zenshi, but since he said he couldn't really do anything, and suggested I ask you, I did. [[User talk:Dennou Zenshi#Plagiarism|Link to discussion]]. --[[User:NOBODY|NOBODY]] ([[User talk:NOBODY|talk]]) 22:54, 25 March 2013 (UTC)

== Protected Pages ==

Hey I've been trying to move the articles about the BW chapters that are a part of the newly-released Volume 44 so that I can rename them so that the links on the Volume 44 page actually lead to something. But you protected the pages around two years ago. Can you or someone who's an admin change the titles of those articles so that they will fit with the volume format now that they are parts of volumes? Thanks. [[User:Arceus101|Arceus101]] ([[User talk:Arceus101|talk]]) 17:48, 29 March 2013 (UTC)

== Bulbapedia News ==

Dear Kogoro, I would like to know if I could create a Area in the main page, with helpful info to new trainers, or Rumors on new pokemon, or Fanfiction stories, or anything Pokemon related? {{unsigned|ShadowPikachu126}}

== Koga's and Giovanni's sprites ==

Deat Kogoro,
I am trying to change Giovanni's and Koga's VS sprite to their gen III sprites because they aren't gym leaders in generation IV. If you look up Viridian City and Fuchsia City, you will see Koga's and Giovanni's gen III, not their VS sprites. Also, if you try to edit Viridian City or Fuchsia City, you will see a message by an admin saying that their gen III sprites are used because they weren't gym leaders in gen IV and that admin will ban you for 1 month if you edit it to their gen IV sprite. I am trying to follow his example and change their VS sprites to their gen III sprites. If you could, please let me do so.

Sincerely,
{{unsigned|Agent5514}}
:Commented instructions are only in effect on the page they are placed on, unless they specifically note additional pages that are also subject to the instructions. The Indigo League and Gym Leader pages use the VS sprites for consistency within the table, among other reasons, and were done so after a lengthy discussion. It was also brought up in [[Talk:Gym Leader#Why vs sprites?|July 2012]], and it was made quite clear that users preferred the VS sprites over the FRLG battle sprites for Koga and Giovanni on the Gym Leader page.

:When someone reverts you, especially a member of the {{bp|staff|Bulbapedia staff}}, it is imperative that you do ''not'' restore your changes and that you bring up your concerns on the article's talk page instead. What you have done on the Gym Leader and Indigo League pages is start what is called an {{bp|Blocking policy#Threats and edit/revert wars|edit war}}, which is not permitted on Bulbapedia and can result in blocks ranging from temporary to permanent. If you wish for the sprites to be changed, bring it up on the talk page for the Gym Leader article, and allow due discussion. Do not restore your changes until such discussion has taken place, and been properly finalized. Thank you, - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 21:04, 12 April 2013 (UTC)

== About your edit to my page ==

I understand the policy on personal images, and I'm not going to argue that. However, I am not sure ''how'' exactly to link an external image in that template. If you could help me on that much, it would be much appreciated. [[User:Schiffy|Schiffy]] ([[User_talk:Schiffy|Speak to me]]|[[Special:Contributions/Schiffy|What I've done]]) 13:43, 14 April 2013 (UTC)
:To use an external image in that usertag, you will need to remove the archives filename from your inclusion of the usertag and replace it with: "<code>image=complete URL of the image</code>" Be sure that your external file is no larger than 60×60 pixels, or it will stretch out the tag. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 23:39, 14 April 2013 (UTC)
::Alright, thanks. I see what I was doing wrong, I didn't have the "image=" as part of the parameter, so I was getting random crap. [[User:Schiffy|Schiffy]] ([[User_talk:Schiffy|Speak to me]]|[[Special:Contributions/Schiffy|What I've done]]) 23:53, 14 April 2013 (UTC)

== Me again! ==

'''Hi it's me again,I returned.'''
For now I have made some '''good edits''' and I'm going to do more.'''I hope you help me'''.--[[User:Alipikachu|'''αlιρικαchu''']] ~ [[Special:Contributions/Alipikachu|·ï¡÷¡ï·]] ~ [[User talk:Alipikachu|'''тαlĸ''']] 13:10, 15 April 2013 (UTC)
Please move my group,cause i want to make some templates on my sub user space.--[[User:Alipikachu|'''αlιρικαchu''']] ~ [[Special:Contributions/Alipikachu|·ï¡÷¡ï·]] ~ [[User talk:Alipikachu|'''тαlĸ''']] 18:58, 16 April 2013 (UTC)
:To be completely honest with you, I must still decline to restore your userspace privileges. Your most recent edit to Bulbapedia prior to the month of April 2013 was on [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=User_talk:Kogoro/4&diff=prev&oldid=1673726 '''''May 17th 2012''''']. You've been gone from Bulbapedia for nearly an entire year, and the last edit prior to this absence was part of the last time you asked for your userspace privileges back. You have only made a total of 11 mainspace edits since you have returned, and the vast majority of those edits were reverted. So, once again, I am sorry, but no. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 19:47, 17 April 2013 (UTC)
::'''1.'''Am I able to make templates without that user space.'''2.'''How can I take screenshot of routes like this [[Johto_Route_41]]--[[User:Alipikachu|'''αlιρικαchu''']] ~ [[Special:Contributions/Alipikachu|·ï¡÷¡ï·]] ~ [[User talk:Alipikachu|'''тαlĸ''']] 08:02, 18 April 2013 (UTC)
::#If the templates are not personal in nature, you can create examples of them in the official {{bp|sandbox}}. If they are personal in nature (like a usertag), you cannot create them without earning your userspace privileges back.
::#Screenshots like the one on that page are created by taking smaller screenshots of the entire area, then connecting them all together as a single file through any image editing program. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 21:08, 21 April 2013 (UTC)

Dawn (anime)

2013-05-01T10:00:23Z

`Dawn: /* In the Diamond & Pearl series */

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'''Dawn''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリ''' ''Hikari'') is a ten-year-old [[Pokémon Coordinator]] and a former {{ashfr|traveling companion}} of {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}. Her goal is to become a great [[Pokémon Coordinator]] like her [[mom#In the anime|mother]], [[Johanna]]. Her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was a {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} that she received from [[Professor Rowan]] in the [[DP001|first ''Diamond & Pearl'' series episode]].

==History==
===In the ''Diamond & Pearl'' series===
[[File:Dawn_Anime.png|thumb|left|150px|Dawn in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Dawn began her [[Pokémon journey]] with an overconfident {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. She wasn't able to gain his trust at first, but after rescuing him from a group of {{p|Ariados}}, the two became friends. Unlike {{an|May}}, she knew from the beginning that she wanted to be a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. After meeting {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}, she decided to journey with them, as their experience would likely be helpful to her. Like Ash, she is lucky enough to have seen a [[legendary Pokémon]] at the start of her journey, the projected soul of {{p|Mesprit}} in ''[[DP001|Following A Maiden's Voyage!]]''.

[[File:DP001.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's debut appearance]]
She had a [[bicycle]], but like {{an|Misty}}'s and {{an|May}}'s bikes, [[Ash's Pikachu]] destroyed it with his {{m|Thunderbolt}}. However, she did not mention this to Ash until more than thirty episodes after it happened. She also had planned to take a large suitcase full of dresses with her, but her mother made her leave it at home due to its impracticality. She had a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]], and her Contest cry is "Spotlight!" (English) or "Charm up!" (Japanese). Johanna gave Dawn the first [[Ribbon]] she earned as a Coordinator for good luck.

Dawn lost her first {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]'' to her new [[rival]] Zoey, who became one of her close friends after the Contest and who later helped Dawn through many tough times. After her loss, her mother told her not to rely on her but on her friends. Eventually, in her [[DP027|second official Contest]], Dawn narrowly beat her childhood rival {{si|Kenny}} to gain her first [[Ribbon]].

[[File:DP012.png|thumb|200px|Dawn and Zoey]]
She later trains with Zoey in coming up with different Contest moves regularly as evidenced by ''[[DP041|A Stand-Up Sit-Down!]]''. However she was not able to perfect {{AP|Buizel}}'s [[Ash's Buizel#Moves improvised|Ice Aqua Jet]] despite coming up with the idea. Ash later accomplishes this in the [[Wallace Cup]].

Despite her confidence and Contest training, in ''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]'', when she competed in the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she lost in the Appeals Round, making her the first of the main characters to lose a Contest by losing in the first round. In ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', she lost the Appeals Round for the second time in a row. This marked a notable change in Dawn's character. After the second blow to her self-esteem, she didn't know what to do and was still very upset throughout ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''. After this, she became more focused and regained her confidence after {{pkmn|battle|battling}} [[Maylene]] in ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''. She also began to practice in earnest for all her Contest's [[appeal|performances]] and [[Contest Battle|battles]]. Following [[Zoey]]'s advice to show off the Pokémon and not its moves, Dawn was able to pass through the first round in the [[Wallace Cup]] and eventually break her losing streak by narrowly defeating {{an|May}} in the final round of the competition in ''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]''. Dawn has since maintained her new found focus and humility.

[[File:DP067.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's Gym battle]]
After learning of the next Contest in [[Celestic Town]], she became very dedicated in her training, and actually overworked her Pokémon in ''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!]]''. Due to her hard work, she managed to win the Contest in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''. One of Dawn's [[Contest combination|combinations]] in that Contest gave {{Ash}} the inspiration for one of his notable tactics which he uses later on, the [[Counter Shield]]. In ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'', her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} began to disobey her after [[Evolution|evolving]]. Despite this, she was still eager to train it well.

This was evidenced by how much she cared for Mamoswine in ''[[DP119|Trials and Adulations!]]'' when both of them got lost and Mamoswine was injured. Using the medical knowledge she got from {{an|Brock}} in ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', she was able to heal Mamoswine making it obey her. However it still rebels and disobeys Dawn in the finals of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success!]]'' due to its short temper making her lose the Contest. However she remains calm and optimistic.

Her encounter with {{an|Mesprit}} and Ash and Brock's encounters with {{an|Azelf}} and {{an|Uxie}} respectively was revealed to be fate as [[Team Galactic]] intended to capture the [[lake guardians]] to awaken {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} in the [[Spear Pillar]]. The lake guardians communicate telepathically with Ash, Dawn and Brock and teleport them to the [[Team Galactic HQ]]. Eventually with the help of [[Cynthia]], they foil Team Galactic's plans and free the lake guardians.

In ''[[DP155|Double-Time Battle Training!]]'', with the help of [[Candice]] and [[Zoey]], she comes up with a new tactic after many failed attempts, the Flame Ice. She uses this tactic later on in the [[Daybreak Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[File:Young Dawn.png|thumb|200px|Young Dawn]]
While she is the only female main character not to have a sibling, she has two childhood friends that appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}, {{si|Kenny}} and [[Leona]], both of whom call her '''Dee Dee''' (Japanese: '''ピカリ''' ''Pikari''). Dawn has prevented them from telling Ash and Brock about the reason why she has this nickname, but in ''[[DP161|Yes in Dee Dee, It's Dawn!]]'', it was revealed that the reason for the name was due to her hair glittering (ピカピカ ''pikapika'') after being shocked by the class pets in her kindergarten, {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}, making it appear that she had '''D'''iamond '''D'''andruff. Due to the trauma from being teased by her entire class with the nickname, she has a certain fear of Plusle and Minun.

[[Ursula]] uses this against Dawn by using Plusle and Minun and deliberately attempting to shock her hair. Even though Dawn temporarily succumbed to her trauma, with Mamoswine's and Cyndaquil's encouragement, she was able to get over her trauma and defeat Ursula, winning her final fifth Ribbon in the process as well as allowing her to participate in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

[[File:DP171.png|thumb|250px|Princess Salvia and Dawn]]
She later trains in ''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher!]]'' where she comes up with a new tactic for the [[Grand Festival]], the Ice Chandelier. This time, however, she is able to perfect the move by herself with some inspiration. After obtaining {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}}, she trains with it to find a way around Togekiss's need to move gracefully and is able to do so successfully.

[[File:Poffin.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's poffins]]
Dawn entered the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] in ''[[DP174|Last Call — First Round!]]'', using her Buneary and Cyndaquil in the Appeals Round. She progressed through the round and battled [[Ursula]] first in [[DP175|the next episode]]. With Mamoswine and Pachirisu and her new combination, the Ice Chandelier, she was able to defeat [[Ursula's Gabite]] and {{p|Flareon}}. In the [[DP176|following episode]], she defeated [[Jessie|Jessilina]] and progressed to the [[DP177|finals]] to fight [[Zoey]].

[[File:Dawn Grand Festival.png|thumb|250px|Dawn in the Sinnoh Grand Festival]]
After a very close fight between her Piplup and Togekiss and [[Zoey's Glameow]] and {{p|Gallade}}, however, she lost. After the finals, she returns her mother's Ribbon saying that she no longer is in her mother's shadow and only needs her Pokémon's care and support thus proving her growth as a Trainer.

After the competition, Zoey told Dawn that [[Candice]] was throwing a victory party for her in [[Snowpoint City]] and that Dawn was also welcome; however, Dawn declined the invitation, stating that she still wants to support Ash in his upcoming battle at [[Sunyshore Gym]] and in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. She then thanked all the Pokémon that had traveled with her through Sinnoh for their hard work and pledged to not give up her dream of being a {{DL|Grand Festival|Top Coordinator}}.

[[File:Dawn Cheer.png|thumb|200px|Dawn in her cheerleader outfit]]
After staying for Ash's Gym battle and the [[Sinnoh League]], she contemplates whether or not to go with Ash and Brock back to [[Kanto]]. However after receiving an invitation by [[Paris]] for her {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, she decides to stay in [[Sinnoh]]. She and Ash later share a final high-five as they did throughout the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} before Ash and Brock leave for Kanto.

[[File:DP191.png|thumb|250px|Ash and Dawn's final High Touch of the Diamond & Pearl Series]]
After this, Dawn decided to spend some time at home before considering her next move and spent that time developing new Contest combinations. She also spent a lot of time working with Cyndaquil, and eventually decided to head for [[Hoenn]] next knowing that it was the region that Contests originated from and she was eager to hit the Contest trail again. However she was having trouble deciding which Pokémon to take with her and which to leave with [[Professor Rowan]]. Although she knew she would take Piplup, she couldn't decide on the others as she knew there was still a lot she could do with them. Eventually, after visiting Professor Rowan and having another incident with some {{p|Ariados}} (which caused Cyndaquil to [[Evolution|evolve]] into Quilava), Dawn decided to take all her Pokémon to [[Hoenn]] with her. Dawn soon left on her new adventure with her dream of becoming a Top Coordinator burning as bright as ever.

===In the ''Best Wishes'' series===

In ''[[BW085|All for the Love of Meloetta!]]'', it was revealed that Dawn had traveled to the [[Unova]] region and was staying in [[Cynthia]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]] while the champion was visiting [[Virbank City]]. She would return with Ash who Dawn got to reunite with and was able to meet his new friends, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}. Before coming to [[Undella Town]], Dawn had visited [[Nimbasa City]] where she watched a [[Pokémon Musical]] and one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. She also revealed that she would enter the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]]. She would later make it to [[BW091|Round 2]] before losing to Iris.

Later, in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', she announced her intention to head to [[Johto]] to compete in the Wallace Cup being held there. After semi-battling Ash, and saying their farewells, she and Piplup boarded the flight to [[Blackthorn City]].

==Character==
[[File:Ash and Dawn Arguing.png|thumb|right|250px|Dawn's temper]]
Dawn is notable for her confidence, since she is always looking towards the future rather than dwelling on her mistakes, although she has learned that this is not always enough. In the Japanese version, her catchphrase is, "{{tt|Daijōbu!|'It's fine!' or 'Don't worry!'}}" Although not consistently translated in the English dub at first, she began to regularly use "No need to worry!". In stark contrast to {{an|May}}'s inexperience and self-doubt at the start of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Dawn was overly confident and assured in her own strength in the beginning.

Over the course of her journey in Sinnoh, Dawn was able to come up with various combinations to show up her Pokémon's looks and strength. This began with something as simple as making her Piplup's beak grow longer, when using {{m|Peck}}, a combination she used even until the end of the Grand Festival. She later followed with simple spinning, a technique her Piplup and Buneary practiced for a while in [[Oreburgh City]]. The way it was used was adapted by Ash in his first Gym battle in Sinnoh.

[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|left|250px|Dawn in her winter clothes]]
Later on, Dawn began with more complex combinations, such as Flame Ice and Ice Chandelier, moves that were both powerful and beautiful. After a lot of practice, Dawn's Pokémon were able to master these combinations in battle. Coincidentally, both of these were used to defeat [[Ursula]].

Dawn is very different than Ash's {{ashfr|other friends}}. Dawn has more concern about her appearance, as she will not show herself to Ash or Brock until she feels that her appearance is perfect. That may be a reason why she decides to sleep inside a tent while the others sleep outside. However, she has recently been seen sleeping outside with the others, such as in ''[[DP053|Tears for Fears!]]''. Every time she's going to be on camera, she needs to take a moment to brush her hair before going on, such as in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''.

In ''[[DP070|The Bells Are Singing!]]'', Dawn revealed that she was the one to design {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest (but also admitted that her mother was the one to sew it). In ''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'', she demonstrated her talent for designing again, sketching many different dresses for the [[Hearthome Collection]], though she rejected all of them.
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==Pokémon==
[[File:Dawn Party.png‎|thumb|250px|Dawn's current party]]
Since obtaining her first [[Pokémon]], the Pokémon that Dawn acquired tends to be cute and small like her starter, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.

Because of her lack of experience, she may have some rough spots on how to deal with her Pokémon properly, as seen when she bickers with Piplup sometimes. This lack of experience also reflects with her Pachirisu and Mamoswine. Pachirisu occasionally hits unwanted targets with its {{m|Discharge}} while Mamoswine may easily be angered and disobey Dawn in the process. Despite all these issues she faces some times, Dawn still deeply cares for all her Pokémon, especially her starter, Piplup.

As a Coordinator who is willing to win the Grand Festival, Dawn has trained her Pokémon in the art of Appeals, as well as battles. She is able to fully utilize her Pokémon's capabilities. A commonly-seen example would be her Buneary's capability to use {{m|Ice Beam}}, which was used in various ways in the Contests Dawn participated in. She was also able to use her Togekiss in the finals of the Grand Festival to help her almost defeat Zoey, despite the lack of experience with it when compared to her other Pokémon, most especially Piplup, who was also used in the finals.

This listing is of Dawn's [[Pokémon]] as of the most recent Japanese episode:

===On hand===
This section is for the Pokémon that Dawn has in her current [[party]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup.png|water}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary.png|normal}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu.png|electric}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine.png|ice|ground|fir=Swinub|mid=Piloswine}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Quilava|Dawn Quilava.png|fire|fir=Egg|mid=Cyndaquil}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Togekiss|Dawn Togekiss.png|Normal|Flying}} ♀
|}

===In training===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn still owns but were given to another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]] to take care of.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom.png|normal|fir=Aipom|size=190px}} ♀
|
|
|
|}

===Traded away===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Dawn and Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|
|
|
|}

===Temporary===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn temporarily used. Most of them are rental and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Dawn Pikachu.png
|epnum=DP002
|epname=Two Degrees of Separation
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=When Dawn rescued Pikachu from Team Rocket, after trying to capture him thinking he was a wild Pokémon, she looked after Pikachu until returning to Ash in [[DP003|the next episode]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Brock
|pkmn=Croagunk
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Dawn Croagunk.png
|epnum=DP046
|epname=A Maze-ing Race!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=After the group got separated by {{p|Graveler}} and {{p|Golem}} using {{m|Rollout}}, Croagunk ended up going with Dawn while they were stuck in a maze looking for Ash and Brock. When the group found each other on two sides of a maze wall, Croagunk, along with the other Pokémon, were commanded to break a hole on one side of the wall.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Dawn Grimer.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=Dawn trained this {{p|Grimer}} during the first day of the summer school academy. It was used in a battle against a {{p|Venonat}} trained by [[Conway]]. During the battle, it used a [[Counter Shield]] that Dawn had taught it.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Poison Gas}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}, {{m|Sludge}} and {{m|Gunk Shot}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Dodrio
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Dawn Dodrio.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Dodrio}} in the first leg of the triathlon.

None of Dodrio's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Sharpedo
|type1=Water
|img=Conway Floatzel.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Sharpedo}} in the second leg of the triathlon.

None of Sharpedo's moves are known.}}

==Contests==
===Ribbons obtained===
[[File:Dawn 4 ribbons.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's Ribbons as of ''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'']]

====[[Sinnoh]] Ribbons====
* {{to|Floaroma}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]'')
* {{DL|Ribbon|Aqua Ribbon}} (''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'')
* {{to|Celestic}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]'')
* {{to|Chocovine}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'')
* {{to|Daybreak}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]'')

===Outfits===
* [[List of clothing in the anime#Dawn|Dawn's different outfits seen in the anime]]

==Achievements==
* Unofficial Contest - runner-up (''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]'')
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] - runner-up (with [[Conway]]) (''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'')
* [[Hearthome Collection]] - winner (''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'')
* [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] - top 4 (''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'')
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament - N/A (''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]'')
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] - runner-up (''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]'')
* [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] - top 8 (''[[BW091|Battling Authority Once Again!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{pearl color}}|bordercolor={{pearl color light}}
|ja=豊口めぐみ ''[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]''
|en=[[Emily Jenness]]
|zh_cmn=林美秀 ''Lín Měixiù'' (Taiwan)
|cs=Rosita Erbanová
|nl=Meghna Kumar
|fi=Mirjami Heikkinen
|fr_eu=Alexandra Corréa
|el=Στέλλα Μπονάτσου ''Stella Bonatsou''
|de=Jana Julie
|he=טליה ברקאי ''Talia Barkai''
|id=Dewi Arifiani ({{series|DP}}, [[M10]]-[[M13]]) Diah Sekartadji Wulandari ([[DP146]]-[[DP148]], [[DP176]]-[[DP178]])
|it=Tosawi Piovani ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]]) Ludovica De Caro ([[DP105]]-present)
|ko=정미숙 ''Chong Mi-Suk''
|no=Eline Høyer
|pl=Magdalena Krylik ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Beata Wyrąbkiewicz ([[DP053]]-present)
|pt_br=Fernanda Bulara
|pt_eu=Raquel Ferreira ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Joana Carvalho ([[DP053]]-present, all movies)
|ru=Анастасия Фомичева ''Anastasia Fomicheva'' ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Ольга Шорохова ''Olga Shorohova'' ([[DP105]]-present)
|es_eu=Mar Bordallo
|es_la=Gaby Ugarte ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]], [[DP158]]-[[DP191]]) Leyla Rangel ([[DP105]]-[[DP157]], [[BW085]]-[[BW093]])
|th=ศันสนีย์ วัฒนานุหม่อมชั้น'' Sansanee Watthananumomchan''
|da=Annevig Schelde Ebbe
}}

==In the manga==
===In movie manga adaptations===
[[File:DP series trio.png|thumb|250px|Dawn, Ash, and Brock in the manga]]

Dawn appears in the manga adaptations of ''{{ma|The Rise of Darkrai}}'', ''{{ma|Giratina and the Sky Warrior}}'', ''{{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}'', and ''{{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions}}''. Her team is the same in these manga adaptations.

===In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga===
Dawn and her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} appear as main characters alongside {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} in the {{pkmn|manga}} series {{OBP|Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl|Sakai Takayuki}}, an adaptation of the anime set in the timeline of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}.

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Dawn or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Dawn's Pokémon|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Piplup M (Movie Random Pack Promo 7)|Piplup]] {{SP|M}}|type=Water|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=007/022}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Buneary M (Movie Random Pack Promo 19)|Buneary]] {{SP|M}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=019/022}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn PLL.png|thumb|upright|Dawn in [[Pokémon Learning League]]]]
* On the [[Pokémon Learning League]] website, [[List of clothing in the anime|her clothing]] has been altered so that her white undershirt has sleeves and she is wearing black stockings or tights.
* Dawn's Japanese name is Hikari, and [[Zoey|her rival]]'s is Nozomi. The ''Hikari'' and the ''Nozomi'' are two Shinkansen "bullet train" lines. The Nozomi is faster than the Hikari, possibly symbolizing that Zoey is farther along in her coordinating skills than Dawn. It should also be noted that they go in opposite directions.
* All of Dawn's Normal-type Pokémon are female.
* When Dawn temporarily returned to the show in the {{series|Best Wishes}}, she returned for nine episodes. This was longer than both {{an|Misty}} and {{an|May}}, who only returned to the show for five episodes each; Misty's return was on two different occasions for a total of five.
** Dawn is also the only one of the three not to use a new outfit during her return.
* Dawn is Ash's only traveling companion to have met all three of his main rivals, having met {{Gary}} and [[Paul]] during her original run and having met [[Trip]] during her return.
* Dawn is the only [[Pokémon Coordinator]] in the anime to compete for the same {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]] twice.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{pearl color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{pearl color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| ヒカリ ''Hikari''
| From 光/ひかり ''hikari'', light or shine.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English
| Dawn
| May be a reference to ''Hikari''; dawn is the day's first light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Aurore
| From ''aurore'', dawn.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| German
| Lucia
| From Latin ''lux'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Lucinda
| From ''luce'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{tt|Spanish|Iberian}}
| Maya
| Maya can be a reference to the {{wp|Maya civilization}}, who worshiped sun.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 나빛나 ''Na Bit-Na''
| When read as a sentence, it means ''I shine''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小光 ''Xiǎo Guāng''
| From 光 ''hikari'', light. Can be taken as "young light".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小光{{tt|*|In the anime}} ''Síu Gwōng'' 光子{{tt|*|In the tenth movie}} ''Gwōngjí''
| From 光 ''hikari''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| ฮิคาริ ''Hikari''
| Same as her Japanese name.
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Dawn}}
* [[Dawn (game)]]

==On Bulbagarden forums==
* {{BMGF|14886|The Dawn Club}}

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`Dawn: /* In the Diamond & Pearl series */

{{CharInfobox|
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name=Dawn |
jname=ヒカリ |
tmname=Hikari |
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image=Dawn BW2.png |
size=130px |
caption=Art from {{series|Best Wishes}} |
age=yes |
years=10 (as of [[DP001|debut]]) |
colors=yes|
eyes=Dark Blue |
hair=Dark Blue |
gender=Female |
hometown=[[Twinleaf Town]] |
region=[[Sinnoh]] |
relatives=[[Johanna]] (mother) |
trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Coordinator}} |
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leader=no |
team=no |
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epname=Following A Maiden's Voyage! |
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'''Dawn''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリ''' ''Hikari'') is a ten-year-old [[Pokémon Coordinator]] and a former {{ashfr|traveling companion}} of {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}. Her goal is to become a great [[Pokémon Coordinator]] like her [[mom#In the anime|mother]], [[Johanna]]. Her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was a {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} that she received from [[Professor Rowan]] in the [[DP001|first ''Diamond & Pearl'' series episode]].

==History==
===In the ''Diamond & Pearl'' series===
[[File:Dawn_Anime.png|thumb|left|150px|Dawn in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Dawn began her [[Pokémon journey]] with an overconfident {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. She wasn't able to gain his trust at first, but after rescuing him from a group of {{p|Ariados}}, the two became friends. Unlike {{an|May}}, she knew from the beginning that she wanted to be a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. After meeting {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}, she decided to journey with them, as their experience would likely be helpful to her. Like Ash, she is lucky enough to have seen a [[legendary Pokémon]] at the start of her journey, the projected soul of {{p|Mesprit}} in ''[[DP001|Following A Maiden's Voyage!]]''.

[[File:DP001.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's debut appearance]]
She had a [[bicycle]], but like {{an|Misty}}'s and {{an|May}}'s bikes, [[Ash's Pikachu]] destroyed it with his {{m|Thunderbolt}}. However, she did not mention this to Ash until more than thirty episodes after it happened. She also had planned to take a large suitcase full of dresses with her, but her mother made her leave it at home due to its impracticality. She had a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]], and her Contest cry is "Spotlight!" (English) or "Charm up!" (Japanese). Johanna gave Dawn the first [[Ribbon]] she earned as a Coordinator for good luck.

Dawn lost her first {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]'' to her new [[rival]] Zoey, who became one of her close friends after the Contest and who later helped Dawn through many tough times. After her loss, her mother told her not to rely on her but on her friends. Eventually, in her [[DP027|second official Contest]], Dawn narrowly beat her childhood rival {{si|Kenny}} to gain her first [[Ribbon]].

[[File:DP012.png|thumb|200px|Dawn and Zoey]]
She later trains with Zoey in coming up with different Contest moves regularly as evidenced by ''[[DP041|A Stand-Up Sit-Down!]]''. However she was not able to perfect {{AP|Buizel}}'s [[Ash's Buizel#Moves improvised|Ice Aqua Jet]] despite coming up with the idea. Ash later accomplishes this in the [[Wallace Cup]].

Despite her confidence and Contest training, in ''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]'', when she competed in the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she lost in the Appeals Round, making her the first of the main characters to lose a Contest by losing in the first round. In ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', she lost the Appeals Round for the second time in a row. This marked a notable change in Dawn's character. After the second blow to her self-esteem, she didn't know what to do and was still very upset throughout ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''. After this, she became more focused and regained her confidence after {{pkmn|battle|battling}} [[Maylene]] in ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''. She also began to practice in earnest for all her Contest's [[appeal|performances]] and [[Contest Battle|battles]]. Following [[Zoey]]'s advice to show off the Pokémon and not its moves, Dawn was able to pass through the first round in the [[Wallace Cup]] and eventually break her losing streak by narrowly defeating {{an|May}} in the final round of the competition in ''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]''. Dawn has since maintained her new found focus and humility.

[[File:DP067.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's Gym battle]]
After learning of the next Contest in [[Celestic Town]], she became very dedicated in her training, and actually overworked her Pokémon in ''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!]]''. Due to her hard work, she managed to win the Contest in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''. One of Dawn's [[Contest combination|combinations]] in that Contest gave {{Ash}} the inspiration for one of his notable tactics which he uses later on, the [[Counter Shield]]. In ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'', her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} began to disobey her after [[Evolution|evolving]]. Despite this, she was still eager to train it well.

This was evidenced by how much she cared for Mamoswine in ''[[DP119|Trials and Adulations!]]'' when both of them got lost and Mamoswine was injured. Using the medical knowledge she got from {{an|Brock}} in ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', she was able to heal Mamoswine making it obey her. However it still rebels and disobeys Dawn in the finals of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success!]]'' due to its short temper making her lose the Contest. However she remains calm and optimistic.

Her encounter with {{an|Mesprit}} and Ash and Brock's encounters with {{an|Azelf}} and {{an|Uxie}} respectively was revealed to be fate as [[Team Galactic]] intended to capture the [[lake guardians]] to awaken {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} in the [[Spear Pillar]]. The lake guardians communicate telepathically with Ash, Dawn and Brock and teleport them to the [[Team Galactic HQ]]. Eventually with the help of [[Cynthia]], they foil Team Galactic's plans and free the lake guardians.

In ''[[DP155|Double-Time Battle Training!]]'', with the help of [[Candice]] and [[Zoey]], she comes up with a new tactic after many failed attempts, the Flame Ice. She uses this tactic later on in the [[Daybreak Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[File:Young Dawn.png|thumb|200px|Young Dawn]]
While she is the only female main character not to have a sibling, she has two childhood friends that appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}, {{si|Kenny}} and [[Leona]], both of whom call her '''Dee Dee''' (Japanese: '''ピカリ''' ''Pikari''). Dawn has prevented them from telling Ash and Brock about the reason why she has this nickname, but in ''[[DP161|Yes in Dee Dee, It's Dawn!]]'', it was revealed that the reason for the name was due to her hair glittering (ピカピカ ''pikapika'') after being shocked by the class pets in her kindergarten, {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}, making it appear that she had '''D'''iamond '''D'''andruff. Due to the trauma from being teased by her entire class with the nickname, she has a certain fear of Plusle and Minun.

[[Ursula]] uses this against Dawn by using Plusle and Minun and deliberately attempting to shock her hair. Even though Dawn temporarily succumbed to her trauma, with Mamoswine's and Cyndaquil's encouragement, she was able to get over her trauma and defeat Ursula, winning her final fifth Ribbon in the process as well as allowing her to participate in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

[[File:DP171.png|thumb|250px|Princess Salvia and Dawn]]
She later trains in ''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher!]]'' where she comes up with a new tactic for the [[Grand Festival]], the Ice Chandelier. This time, however, she is able to perfect the move by herself with some inspiration. After obtaining {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}}, she trains with it to find a way around Togekiss's need to move gracefully and is able to do so successfully.

[[File:Poffin.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's poffins]]
Dawn entered the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] in ''[[DP174|Last Call — First Round!]]'', using her Buneary and Cyndaquil in the Appeals Round. She progressed through the round and battled [[Ursula]] first in [[DP175|the next episode]]. With Mamoswine and Pachirisu and her new combination, the Ice Chandelier, she was able to defeat [[Ursula's Gabite]] and {{p|Flareon}}. In the [[DP176|following episode]], she defeated [[Jessie|Jessilina]] and progressed to the [[DP177|finals]] to fight [[Zoey]].

After a very close fight between her Piplup and Togekiss and [[Zoey's Glameow]] and {{p|Gallade}}, however, she lost. After the finals, she returns her mother's Ribbon saying that she no longer is in her mother's shadow and only needs her Pokémon's care and support thus proving her growth as a Trainer.

After the competition, Zoey told Dawn that [[Candice]] was throwing a victory party for her in [[Snowpoint City]] and that Dawn was also welcome; however, Dawn declined the invitation, stating that she still wants to support Ash in his upcoming battle at [[Sunyshore Gym]] and in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. She then thanked all the Pokémon that had traveled with her through Sinnoh for their hard work and pledged to not give up her dream of being a {{DL|Grand Festival|Top Coordinator}}.

[[File:Dawn Cheer.png|thumb|200px|Dawn in her cheerleader outfit]]
After staying for Ash's Gym battle and the [[Sinnoh League]], she contemplates whether or not to go with Ash and Brock back to [[Kanto]]. However after receiving an invitation by [[Paris]] for her {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, she decides to stay in [[Sinnoh]]. She and Ash later share a final high-five as they did throughout the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} before Ash and Brock leave for Kanto.

[[File:DP191.png|thumb|250px|Ash and Dawn's final High Touch of the Diamond & Pearl Series]]
After this, Dawn decided to spend some time at home before considering her next move and spent that time developing new Contest combinations. She also spent a lot of time working with Cyndaquil, and eventually decided to head for [[Hoenn]] next knowing that it was the region that Contests originated from and she was eager to hit the Contest trail again. However she was having trouble deciding which Pokémon to take with her and which to leave with [[Professor Rowan]]. Although she knew she would take Piplup, she couldn't decide on the others as she knew there was still a lot she could do with them. Eventually, after visiting Professor Rowan and having another incident with some {{p|Ariados}} (which caused Cyndaquil to [[Evolution|evolve]] into Quilava), Dawn decided to take all her Pokémon to [[Hoenn]] with her. Dawn soon left on her new adventure with her dream of becoming a Top Coordinator burning as bright as ever.

===In the ''Best Wishes'' series===

In ''[[BW085|All for the Love of Meloetta!]]'', it was revealed that Dawn had traveled to the [[Unova]] region and was staying in [[Cynthia]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]] while the champion was visiting [[Virbank City]]. She would return with Ash who Dawn got to reunite with and was able to meet his new friends, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}. Before coming to [[Undella Town]], Dawn had visited [[Nimbasa City]] where she watched a [[Pokémon Musical]] and one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. She also revealed that she would enter the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]]. She would later make it to [[BW091|Round 2]] before losing to Iris.

Later, in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', she announced her intention to head to [[Johto]] to compete in the Wallace Cup being held there. After semi-battling Ash, and saying their farewells, she and Piplup boarded the flight to [[Blackthorn City]].

==Character==
[[File:Ash and Dawn Arguing.png|thumb|right|250px|Dawn's temper]]
Dawn is notable for her confidence, since she is always looking towards the future rather than dwelling on her mistakes, although she has learned that this is not always enough. In the Japanese version, her catchphrase is, "{{tt|Daijōbu!|'It's fine!' or 'Don't worry!'}}" Although not consistently translated in the English dub at first, she began to regularly use "No need to worry!". In stark contrast to {{an|May}}'s inexperience and self-doubt at the start of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Dawn was overly confident and assured in her own strength in the beginning.

Over the course of her journey in Sinnoh, Dawn was able to come up with various combinations to show up her Pokémon's looks and strength. This began with something as simple as making her Piplup's beak grow longer, when using {{m|Peck}}, a combination she used even until the end of the Grand Festival. She later followed with simple spinning, a technique her Piplup and Buneary practiced for a while in [[Oreburgh City]]. The way it was used was adapted by Ash in his first Gym battle in Sinnoh.

[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|left|250px|Dawn in her winter clothes]]
Later on, Dawn began with more complex combinations, such as Flame Ice and Ice Chandelier, moves that were both powerful and beautiful. After a lot of practice, Dawn's Pokémon were able to master these combinations in battle. Coincidentally, both of these were used to defeat [[Ursula]].

Dawn is very different than Ash's {{ashfr|other friends}}. Dawn has more concern about her appearance, as she will not show herself to Ash or Brock until she feels that her appearance is perfect. That may be a reason why she decides to sleep inside a tent while the others sleep outside. However, she has recently been seen sleeping outside with the others, such as in ''[[DP053|Tears for Fears!]]''. Every time she's going to be on camera, she needs to take a moment to brush her hair before going on, such as in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''.

In ''[[DP070|The Bells Are Singing!]]'', Dawn revealed that she was the one to design {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest (but also admitted that her mother was the one to sew it). In ''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'', she demonstrated her talent for designing again, sketching many different dresses for the [[Hearthome Collection]], though she rejected all of them.
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==Pokémon==
[[File:Dawn Party.png‎|thumb|250px|Dawn's current party]]
Since obtaining her first [[Pokémon]], the Pokémon that Dawn acquired tends to be cute and small like her starter, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.

Because of her lack of experience, she may have some rough spots on how to deal with her Pokémon properly, as seen when she bickers with Piplup sometimes. This lack of experience also reflects with her Pachirisu and Mamoswine. Pachirisu occasionally hits unwanted targets with its {{m|Discharge}} while Mamoswine may easily be angered and disobey Dawn in the process. Despite all these issues she faces some times, Dawn still deeply cares for all her Pokémon, especially her starter, Piplup.

As a Coordinator who is willing to win the Grand Festival, Dawn has trained her Pokémon in the art of Appeals, as well as battles. She is able to fully utilize her Pokémon's capabilities. A commonly-seen example would be her Buneary's capability to use {{m|Ice Beam}}, which was used in various ways in the Contests Dawn participated in. She was also able to use her Togekiss in the finals of the Grand Festival to help her almost defeat Zoey, despite the lack of experience with it when compared to her other Pokémon, most especially Piplup, who was also used in the finals.

This listing is of Dawn's [[Pokémon]] as of the most recent Japanese episode:

===On hand===
This section is for the Pokémon that Dawn has in her current [[party]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup.png|water}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary.png|normal}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu.png|electric}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine.png|ice|ground|fir=Swinub|mid=Piloswine}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Quilava|Dawn Quilava.png|fire|fir=Egg|mid=Cyndaquil}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Togekiss|Dawn Togekiss.png|Normal|Flying}} ♀
|}

===In training===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn still owns but were given to another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]] to take care of.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom.png|normal|fir=Aipom|size=190px}} ♀
|
|
|
|}

===Traded away===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Dawn and Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|
|
|
|}

===Temporary===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn temporarily used. Most of them are rental and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Dawn Pikachu.png
|epnum=DP002
|epname=Two Degrees of Separation
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=When Dawn rescued Pikachu from Team Rocket, after trying to capture him thinking he was a wild Pokémon, she looked after Pikachu until returning to Ash in [[DP003|the next episode]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Brock
|pkmn=Croagunk
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Dawn Croagunk.png
|epnum=DP046
|epname=A Maze-ing Race!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=After the group got separated by {{p|Graveler}} and {{p|Golem}} using {{m|Rollout}}, Croagunk ended up going with Dawn while they were stuck in a maze looking for Ash and Brock. When the group found each other on two sides of a maze wall, Croagunk, along with the other Pokémon, were commanded to break a hole on one side of the wall.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Dawn Grimer.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=Dawn trained this {{p|Grimer}} during the first day of the summer school academy. It was used in a battle against a {{p|Venonat}} trained by [[Conway]]. During the battle, it used a [[Counter Shield]] that Dawn had taught it.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Poison Gas}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}, {{m|Sludge}} and {{m|Gunk Shot}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Dodrio
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Dawn Dodrio.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Dodrio}} in the first leg of the triathlon.

None of Dodrio's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Sharpedo
|type1=Water
|img=Conway Floatzel.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Sharpedo}} in the second leg of the triathlon.

None of Sharpedo's moves are known.}}

==Contests==
===Ribbons obtained===
[[File:Dawn 4 ribbons.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's Ribbons as of ''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'']]

====[[Sinnoh]] Ribbons====
* {{to|Floaroma}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]'')
* {{DL|Ribbon|Aqua Ribbon}} (''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'')
* {{to|Celestic}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]'')
* {{to|Chocovine}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'')
* {{to|Daybreak}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]'')

===Outfits===
* [[List of clothing in the anime#Dawn|Dawn's different outfits seen in the anime]]

==Achievements==
* Unofficial Contest - runner-up (''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]'')
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] - runner-up (with [[Conway]]) (''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'')
* [[Hearthome Collection]] - winner (''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'')
* [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] - top 4 (''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'')
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament - N/A (''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]'')
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] - runner-up (''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]'')
* [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] - top 8 (''[[BW091|Battling Authority Once Again!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{pearl color}}|bordercolor={{pearl color light}}
|ja=豊口めぐみ ''[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]''
|en=[[Emily Jenness]]
|zh_cmn=林美秀 ''Lín Měixiù'' (Taiwan)
|cs=Rosita Erbanová
|nl=Meghna Kumar
|fi=Mirjami Heikkinen
|fr_eu=Alexandra Corréa
|el=Στέλλα Μπονάτσου ''Stella Bonatsou''
|de=Jana Julie
|he=טליה ברקאי ''Talia Barkai''
|id=Dewi Arifiani ({{series|DP}}, [[M10]]-[[M13]]) Diah Sekartadji Wulandari ([[DP146]]-[[DP148]], [[DP176]]-[[DP178]])
|it=Tosawi Piovani ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]]) Ludovica De Caro ([[DP105]]-present)
|ko=정미숙 ''Chong Mi-Suk''
|no=Eline Høyer
|pl=Magdalena Krylik ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Beata Wyrąbkiewicz ([[DP053]]-present)
|pt_br=Fernanda Bulara
|pt_eu=Raquel Ferreira ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Joana Carvalho ([[DP053]]-present, all movies)
|ru=Анастасия Фомичева ''Anastasia Fomicheva'' ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Ольга Шорохова ''Olga Shorohova'' ([[DP105]]-present)
|es_eu=Mar Bordallo
|es_la=Gaby Ugarte ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]], [[DP158]]-[[DP191]]) Leyla Rangel ([[DP105]]-[[DP157]], [[BW085]]-[[BW093]])
|th=ศันสนีย์ วัฒนานุหม่อมชั้น'' Sansanee Watthananumomchan''
|da=Annevig Schelde Ebbe
}}

==In the manga==
===In movie manga adaptations===
[[File:DP series trio.png|thumb|250px|Dawn, Ash, and Brock in the manga]]

Dawn appears in the manga adaptations of ''{{ma|The Rise of Darkrai}}'', ''{{ma|Giratina and the Sky Warrior}}'', ''{{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}'', and ''{{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions}}''. Her team is the same in these manga adaptations.

===In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga===
Dawn and her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} appear as main characters alongside {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} in the {{pkmn|manga}} series {{OBP|Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl|Sakai Takayuki}}, an adaptation of the anime set in the timeline of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}.

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Dawn or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Dawn's Pokémon|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Piplup M (Movie Random Pack Promo 7)|Piplup]] {{SP|M}}|type=Water|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=007/022}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Buneary M (Movie Random Pack Promo 19)|Buneary]] {{SP|M}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=019/022}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn PLL.png|thumb|upright|Dawn in [[Pokémon Learning League]]]]
* On the [[Pokémon Learning League]] website, [[List of clothing in the anime|her clothing]] has been altered so that her white undershirt has sleeves and she is wearing black stockings or tights.
* Dawn's Japanese name is Hikari, and [[Zoey|her rival]]'s is Nozomi. The ''Hikari'' and the ''Nozomi'' are two Shinkansen "bullet train" lines. The Nozomi is faster than the Hikari, possibly symbolizing that Zoey is farther along in her coordinating skills than Dawn. It should also be noted that they go in opposite directions.
* All of Dawn's Normal-type Pokémon are female.
* When Dawn temporarily returned to the show in the {{series|Best Wishes}}, she returned for nine episodes. This was longer than both {{an|Misty}} and {{an|May}}, who only returned to the show for five episodes each; Misty's return was on two different occasions for a total of five.
** Dawn is also the only one of the three not to use a new outfit during her return.
* Dawn is Ash's only traveling companion to have met all three of his main rivals, having met {{Gary}} and [[Paul]] during her original run and having met [[Trip]] during her return.
* Dawn is the only [[Pokémon Coordinator]] in the anime to compete for the same {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]] twice.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{pearl color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{pearl color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| ヒカリ ''Hikari''
| From 光/ひかり ''hikari'', light or shine.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English
| Dawn
| May be a reference to ''Hikari''; dawn is the day's first light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Aurore
| From ''aurore'', dawn.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| German
| Lucia
| From Latin ''lux'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Lucinda
| From ''luce'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{tt|Spanish|Iberian}}
| Maya
| Maya can be a reference to the {{wp|Maya civilization}}, who worshiped sun.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 나빛나 ''Na Bit-Na''
| When read as a sentence, it means ''I shine''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小光 ''Xiǎo Guāng''
| From 光 ''hikari'', light. Can be taken as "young light".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小光{{tt|*|In the anime}} ''Síu Gwōng'' 光子{{tt|*|In the tenth movie}} ''Gwōngjí''
| From 光 ''hikari''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| ฮิคาริ ''Hikari''
| Same as her Japanese name.
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Dawn}}
* [[Dawn (game)]]

==On Bulbagarden forums==
* {{BMGF|14886|The Dawn Club}}

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Dawn (anime)

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`Dawn: /* In the Diamond & Pearl series */

{{CharInfobox|
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name=Dawn |
jname=ヒカリ |
tmname=Hikari |
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image=Dawn BW2.png |
size=130px |
caption=Art from {{series|Best Wishes}} |
age=yes |
years=10 (as of [[DP001|debut]]) |
colors=yes|
eyes=Dark Blue |
hair=Dark Blue |
gender=Female |
hometown=[[Twinleaf Town]] |
region=[[Sinnoh]] |
relatives=[[Johanna]] (mother) |
trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Coordinator}} |
game=counterpart |
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leader=no |
team=no |
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epname=Following A Maiden's Voyage! |
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'''Dawn''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリ''' ''Hikari'') is a ten-year-old [[Pokémon Coordinator]] and a former {{ashfr|traveling companion}} of {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}. Her goal is to become a great [[Pokémon Coordinator]] like her [[mom#In the anime|mother]], [[Johanna]]. Her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was a {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} that she received from [[Professor Rowan]] in the [[DP001|first ''Diamond & Pearl'' series episode]].

==History==
===In the ''Diamond & Pearl'' series===
[[File:Dawn_Anime.png|thumb|left|150px|Dawn in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Dawn began her [[Pokémon journey]] with an overconfident {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. She wasn't able to gain his trust at first, but after rescuing him from a group of {{p|Ariados}}, the two became friends. Unlike {{an|May}}, she knew from the beginning that she wanted to be a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. After meeting {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}, she decided to journey with them, as their experience would likely be helpful to her. Like Ash, she is lucky enough to have seen a [[legendary Pokémon]] at the start of her journey, the projected soul of {{p|Mesprit}} in ''[[DP001|Following A Maiden's Voyage!]]''.

[[File:DP001.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's debut appearance]]
She had a [[bicycle]], but like {{an|Misty}}'s and {{an|May}}'s bikes, [[Ash's Pikachu]] destroyed it with his {{m|Thunderbolt}}. However, she did not mention this to Ash until more than thirty episodes after it happened. She also had planned to take a large suitcase full of dresses with her, but her mother made her leave it at home due to its impracticality. She had a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]], and her Contest cry is "Spotlight!" (English) or "Charm up!" (Japanese). Johanna gave Dawn the first [[Ribbon]] she earned as a Coordinator for good luck.

Dawn lost her first {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]'' to her new [[rival]] Zoey, who became one of her close friends after the Contest and who later helped Dawn through many tough times. After her loss, her mother told her not to rely on her but on her friends. Eventually, in her [[DP027|second official Contest]], Dawn narrowly beat her childhood rival {{si|Kenny}} to gain her first [[Ribbon]].

[[File:DP012.png|thumb|200px|Dawn and Zoey]]
She later trains with Zoey in coming up with different Contest moves regularly as evidenced by ''[[DP041|A Stand-Up Sit-Down!]]''. However she was not able to perfect {{AP|Buizel}}'s [[Ash's Buizel#Moves improvised|Ice Aqua Jet]] despite coming up with the idea. Ash later accomplishes this in the [[Wallace Cup]].

Despite her confidence and Contest training, in ''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]'', when she competed in the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she lost in the Appeals Round, making her the first of the main characters to lose a Contest by losing in the first round. In ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', she lost the Appeals Round for the second time in a row. This marked a notable change in Dawn's character. After the second blow to her self-esteem, she didn't know what to do and was still very upset throughout ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''. After this, she became more focused and regained her confidence after {{pkmn|battle|battling}} [[Maylene]] in ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''. She also began to practice in earnest for all her Contest's [[appeal|performances]] and [[Contest Battle|battles]]. Following [[Zoey]]'s advice to show off the Pokémon and not its moves, Dawn was able to pass through the first round in the [[Wallace Cup]] and eventually break her losing streak by narrowly defeating {{an|May}} in the final round of the competition in ''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]''. Dawn has since maintained her new found focus and humility.

[[File:DP067.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's Gym battle]]
After learning of the next Contest in [[Celestic Town]], she became very dedicated in her training, and actually overworked her Pokémon in ''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!]]''. Due to her hard work, she managed to win the Contest in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''. One of Dawn's [[Contest combination|combinations]] in that Contest gave {{Ash}} the inspiration for one of his notable tactics which he uses later on, the [[Counter Shield]]. In ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'', her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} began to disobey her after [[Evolution|evolving]]. Despite this, she was still eager to train it well.

This was evidenced by how much she cared for Mamoswine in ''[[DP119|Trials and Adulations!]]'' when both of them got lost and Mamoswine was injured. Using the medical knowledge she got from {{an|Brock}} in ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', she was able to heal Mamoswine making it obey her. However it still rebels and disobeys Dawn in the finals of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success!]]'' due to its short temper making her lose the Contest. However she remains calm and optimistic.

Her encounter with {{an|Mesprit}} and Ash and Brock's encounters with {{an|Azelf}} and {{an|Uxie}} respectively was revealed to be fate as [[Team Galactic]] intended to capture the [[lake guardians]] to awaken {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} in the [[Spear Pillar]]. The lake guardians communicate telepathically with Ash, Dawn and Brock and teleport them to the [[Team Galactic HQ]]. Eventually with the help of [[Cynthia]], they foil Team Galactic's plans and free the lake guardians.

In ''[[DP155|Double-Time Battle Training!]]'', with the help of [[Candice]] and [[Zoey]], she comes up with a new tactic after many failed attempts, the Flame Ice. She uses this tactic later on in the [[Daybreak Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[File:Young Dawn.png|thumb|200px|Young Dawn]]
While she is the only female main character not to have a sibling, she has two childhood friends that appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}, {{si|Kenny}} and [[Leona]], both of whom call her '''Dee Dee''' (Japanese: '''ピカリ''' ''Pikari''). Dawn has prevented them from telling Ash and Brock about the reason why she has this nickname, but in ''[[DP161|Yes in Dee Dee, It's Dawn!]]'', it was revealed that the reason for the name was due to her hair glittering (ピカピカ ''pikapika'') after being shocked by the class pets in her kindergarten, {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}, making it appear that she had '''D'''iamond '''D'''andruff. Due to the trauma from being teased by her entire class with the nickname, she has a certain fear of Plusle and Minun.

[[Ursula]] uses this against Dawn by using Plusle and Minun and deliberately attempting to shock her hair. Even though Dawn temporarily succumbed to her trauma, with Mamoswine's and Cyndaquil's encouragement, she was able to get over her trauma and defeat Ursula, winning her final fifth Ribbon in the process as well as allowing her to participate in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

She later trains in ''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher!]]'' where she comes up with a new tactic for the [[Grand Festival]], the Ice Chandelier. This time, however, she is able to perfect the move by herself with some inspiration. After obtaining {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}}, she trains with it to find a way around Togekiss's need to move gracefully and is able to do so successfully.

[[File:Poffin.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's poffins]]
Dawn entered the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] in ''[[DP174|Last Call — First Round!]]'', using her Buneary and Cyndaquil in the Appeals Round. She progressed through the round and battled [[Ursula]] first in [[DP175|the next episode]]. With Mamoswine and Pachirisu and her new combination, the Ice Chandelier, she was able to defeat [[Ursula's Gabite]] and {{p|Flareon}}. In the [[DP176|following episode]], she defeated [[Jessie|Jessilina]] and progressed to the [[DP177|finals]] to fight [[Zoey]].

After a very close fight between her Piplup and Togekiss and [[Zoey's Glameow]] and {{p|Gallade}}, however, she lost. After the finals, she returns her mother's Ribbon saying that she no longer is in her mother's shadow and only needs her Pokémon's care and support thus proving her growth as a Trainer.

After the competition, Zoey told Dawn that [[Candice]] was throwing a victory party for her in [[Snowpoint City]] and that Dawn was also welcome; however, Dawn declined the invitation, stating that she still wants to support Ash in his upcoming battle at [[Sunyshore Gym]] and in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. She then thanked all the Pokémon that had traveled with her through Sinnoh for their hard work and pledged to not give up her dream of being a {{DL|Grand Festival|Top Coordinator}}.

[[File:Dawn Cheer.png|thumb|200px|Dawn in her cheerleader outfit]]
After staying for Ash's Gym battle and the [[Sinnoh League]], she contemplates whether or not to go with Ash and Brock back to [[Kanto]]. However after receiving an invitation by [[Paris]] for her {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, she decides to stay in [[Sinnoh]]. She and Ash later share a final high-five as they did throughout the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} before Ash and Brock leave for Kanto.

[[File:DP191.png|thumb|200px|Ash and Dawn's final High Touch of the Diamond & Pearl Series]]
After this, Dawn decided to spend some time at home before considering her next move and spent that time developing new Contest combinations. She also spent a lot of time working with Cyndaquil, and eventually decided to head for [[Hoenn]] next knowing that it was the region that Contests originated from and she was eager to hit the Contest trail again. However she was having trouble deciding which Pokémon to take with her and which to leave with [[Professor Rowan]]. Although she knew she would take Piplup, she couldn't decide on the others as she knew there was still a lot she could do with them. Eventually, after visiting Professor Rowan and having another incident with some {{p|Ariados}} (which caused Cyndaquil to [[Evolution|evolve]] into Quilava), Dawn decided to take all her Pokémon to [[Hoenn]] with her. Dawn soon left on her new adventure with her dream of becoming a Top Coordinator burning as bright as ever.

===In the ''Best Wishes'' series===

In ''[[BW085|All for the Love of Meloetta!]]'', it was revealed that Dawn had traveled to the [[Unova]] region and was staying in [[Cynthia]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]] while the champion was visiting [[Virbank City]]. She would return with Ash who Dawn got to reunite with and was able to meet his new friends, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}. Before coming to [[Undella Town]], Dawn had visited [[Nimbasa City]] where she watched a [[Pokémon Musical]] and one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. She also revealed that she would enter the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]]. She would later make it to [[BW091|Round 2]] before losing to Iris.

Later, in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', she announced her intention to head to [[Johto]] to compete in the Wallace Cup being held there. After semi-battling Ash, and saying their farewells, she and Piplup boarded the flight to [[Blackthorn City]].

==Character==
[[File:Ash and Dawn Arguing.png|thumb|right|250px|Dawn's temper]]
Dawn is notable for her confidence, since she is always looking towards the future rather than dwelling on her mistakes, although she has learned that this is not always enough. In the Japanese version, her catchphrase is, "{{tt|Daijōbu!|'It's fine!' or 'Don't worry!'}}" Although not consistently translated in the English dub at first, she began to regularly use "No need to worry!". In stark contrast to {{an|May}}'s inexperience and self-doubt at the start of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Dawn was overly confident and assured in her own strength in the beginning.

Over the course of her journey in Sinnoh, Dawn was able to come up with various combinations to show up her Pokémon's looks and strength. This began with something as simple as making her Piplup's beak grow longer, when using {{m|Peck}}, a combination she used even until the end of the Grand Festival. She later followed with simple spinning, a technique her Piplup and Buneary practiced for a while in [[Oreburgh City]]. The way it was used was adapted by Ash in his first Gym battle in Sinnoh.

[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|left|250px|Dawn in her winter clothes]]
Later on, Dawn began with more complex combinations, such as Flame Ice and Ice Chandelier, moves that were both powerful and beautiful. After a lot of practice, Dawn's Pokémon were able to master these combinations in battle. Coincidentally, both of these were used to defeat [[Ursula]].

Dawn is very different than Ash's {{ashfr|other friends}}. Dawn has more concern about her appearance, as she will not show herself to Ash or Brock until she feels that her appearance is perfect. That may be a reason why she decides to sleep inside a tent while the others sleep outside. However, she has recently been seen sleeping outside with the others, such as in ''[[DP053|Tears for Fears!]]''. Every time she's going to be on camera, she needs to take a moment to brush her hair before going on, such as in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''.

In ''[[DP070|The Bells Are Singing!]]'', Dawn revealed that she was the one to design {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest (but also admitted that her mother was the one to sew it). In ''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'', she demonstrated her talent for designing again, sketching many different dresses for the [[Hearthome Collection]], though she rejected all of them.
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==Pokémon==
[[File:Dawn Party.png‎|thumb|250px|Dawn's current party]]
Since obtaining her first [[Pokémon]], the Pokémon that Dawn acquired tends to be cute and small like her starter, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.

Because of her lack of experience, she may have some rough spots on how to deal with her Pokémon properly, as seen when she bickers with Piplup sometimes. This lack of experience also reflects with her Pachirisu and Mamoswine. Pachirisu occasionally hits unwanted targets with its {{m|Discharge}} while Mamoswine may easily be angered and disobey Dawn in the process. Despite all these issues she faces some times, Dawn still deeply cares for all her Pokémon, especially her starter, Piplup.

As a Coordinator who is willing to win the Grand Festival, Dawn has trained her Pokémon in the art of Appeals, as well as battles. She is able to fully utilize her Pokémon's capabilities. A commonly-seen example would be her Buneary's capability to use {{m|Ice Beam}}, which was used in various ways in the Contests Dawn participated in. She was also able to use her Togekiss in the finals of the Grand Festival to help her almost defeat Zoey, despite the lack of experience with it when compared to her other Pokémon, most especially Piplup, who was also used in the finals.

This listing is of Dawn's [[Pokémon]] as of the most recent Japanese episode:

===On hand===
This section is for the Pokémon that Dawn has in her current [[party]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup.png|water}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary.png|normal}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu.png|electric}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine.png|ice|ground|fir=Swinub|mid=Piloswine}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Quilava|Dawn Quilava.png|fire|fir=Egg|mid=Cyndaquil}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Togekiss|Dawn Togekiss.png|Normal|Flying}} ♀
|}

===In training===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn still owns but were given to another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]] to take care of.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom.png|normal|fir=Aipom|size=190px}} ♀
|
|
|
|}

===Traded away===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Dawn and Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|
|
|
|}

===Temporary===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn temporarily used. Most of them are rental and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Dawn Pikachu.png
|epnum=DP002
|epname=Two Degrees of Separation
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=When Dawn rescued Pikachu from Team Rocket, after trying to capture him thinking he was a wild Pokémon, she looked after Pikachu until returning to Ash in [[DP003|the next episode]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Brock
|pkmn=Croagunk
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Dawn Croagunk.png
|epnum=DP046
|epname=A Maze-ing Race!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=After the group got separated by {{p|Graveler}} and {{p|Golem}} using {{m|Rollout}}, Croagunk ended up going with Dawn while they were stuck in a maze looking for Ash and Brock. When the group found each other on two sides of a maze wall, Croagunk, along with the other Pokémon, were commanded to break a hole on one side of the wall.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Dawn Grimer.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=Dawn trained this {{p|Grimer}} during the first day of the summer school academy. It was used in a battle against a {{p|Venonat}} trained by [[Conway]]. During the battle, it used a [[Counter Shield]] that Dawn had taught it.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Poison Gas}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}, {{m|Sludge}} and {{m|Gunk Shot}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Dodrio
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Dawn Dodrio.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Dodrio}} in the first leg of the triathlon.

None of Dodrio's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Sharpedo
|type1=Water
|img=Conway Floatzel.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Sharpedo}} in the second leg of the triathlon.

None of Sharpedo's moves are known.}}

==Contests==
===Ribbons obtained===
[[File:Dawn 4 ribbons.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's Ribbons as of ''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'']]

====[[Sinnoh]] Ribbons====
* {{to|Floaroma}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]'')
* {{DL|Ribbon|Aqua Ribbon}} (''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'')
* {{to|Celestic}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]'')
* {{to|Chocovine}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'')
* {{to|Daybreak}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]'')

===Outfits===
* [[List of clothing in the anime#Dawn|Dawn's different outfits seen in the anime]]

==Achievements==
* Unofficial Contest - runner-up (''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]'')
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] - runner-up (with [[Conway]]) (''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'')
* [[Hearthome Collection]] - winner (''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'')
* [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] - top 4 (''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'')
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament - N/A (''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]'')
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] - runner-up (''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]'')
* [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] - top 8 (''[[BW091|Battling Authority Once Again!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{pearl color}}|bordercolor={{pearl color light}}
|ja=豊口めぐみ ''[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]''
|en=[[Emily Jenness]]
|zh_cmn=林美秀 ''Lín Měixiù'' (Taiwan)
|cs=Rosita Erbanová
|nl=Meghna Kumar
|fi=Mirjami Heikkinen
|fr_eu=Alexandra Corréa
|el=Στέλλα Μπονάτσου ''Stella Bonatsou''
|de=Jana Julie
|he=טליה ברקאי ''Talia Barkai''
|id=Dewi Arifiani ({{series|DP}}, [[M10]]-[[M13]]) Diah Sekartadji Wulandari ([[DP146]]-[[DP148]], [[DP176]]-[[DP178]])
|it=Tosawi Piovani ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]]) Ludovica De Caro ([[DP105]]-present)
|ko=정미숙 ''Chong Mi-Suk''
|no=Eline Høyer
|pl=Magdalena Krylik ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Beata Wyrąbkiewicz ([[DP053]]-present)
|pt_br=Fernanda Bulara
|pt_eu=Raquel Ferreira ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Joana Carvalho ([[DP053]]-present, all movies)
|ru=Анастасия Фомичева ''Anastasia Fomicheva'' ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Ольга Шорохова ''Olga Shorohova'' ([[DP105]]-present)
|es_eu=Mar Bordallo
|es_la=Gaby Ugarte ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]], [[DP158]]-[[DP191]]) Leyla Rangel ([[DP105]]-[[DP157]], [[BW085]]-[[BW093]])
|th=ศันสนีย์ วัฒนานุหม่อมชั้น'' Sansanee Watthananumomchan''
|da=Annevig Schelde Ebbe
}}

==In the manga==
===In movie manga adaptations===
[[File:DP series trio.png|thumb|250px|Dawn, Ash, and Brock in the manga]]

Dawn appears in the manga adaptations of ''{{ma|The Rise of Darkrai}}'', ''{{ma|Giratina and the Sky Warrior}}'', ''{{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}'', and ''{{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions}}''. Her team is the same in these manga adaptations.

===In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga===
Dawn and her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} appear as main characters alongside {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} in the {{pkmn|manga}} series {{OBP|Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl|Sakai Takayuki}}, an adaptation of the anime set in the timeline of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}.

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Dawn or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Dawn's Pokémon|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Piplup M (Movie Random Pack Promo 7)|Piplup]] {{SP|M}}|type=Water|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=007/022}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Buneary M (Movie Random Pack Promo 19)|Buneary]] {{SP|M}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=019/022}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn PLL.png|thumb|upright|Dawn in [[Pokémon Learning League]]]]
* On the [[Pokémon Learning League]] website, [[List of clothing in the anime|her clothing]] has been altered so that her white undershirt has sleeves and she is wearing black stockings or tights.
* Dawn's Japanese name is Hikari, and [[Zoey|her rival]]'s is Nozomi. The ''Hikari'' and the ''Nozomi'' are two Shinkansen "bullet train" lines. The Nozomi is faster than the Hikari, possibly symbolizing that Zoey is farther along in her coordinating skills than Dawn. It should also be noted that they go in opposite directions.
* All of Dawn's Normal-type Pokémon are female.
* When Dawn temporarily returned to the show in the {{series|Best Wishes}}, she returned for nine episodes. This was longer than both {{an|Misty}} and {{an|May}}, who only returned to the show for five episodes each; Misty's return was on two different occasions for a total of five.
** Dawn is also the only one of the three not to use a new outfit during her return.
* Dawn is Ash's only traveling companion to have met all three of his main rivals, having met {{Gary}} and [[Paul]] during her original run and having met [[Trip]] during her return.
* Dawn is the only [[Pokémon Coordinator]] in the anime to compete for the same {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]] twice.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{pearl color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{pearl color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| ヒカリ ''Hikari''
| From 光/ひかり ''hikari'', light or shine.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English
| Dawn
| May be a reference to ''Hikari''; dawn is the day's first light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Aurore
| From ''aurore'', dawn.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| German
| Lucia
| From Latin ''lux'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Lucinda
| From ''luce'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{tt|Spanish|Iberian}}
| Maya
| Maya can be a reference to the {{wp|Maya civilization}}, who worshiped sun.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 나빛나 ''Na Bit-Na''
| When read as a sentence, it means ''I shine''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小光 ''Xiǎo Guāng''
| From 光 ''hikari'', light. Can be taken as "young light".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小光{{tt|*|In the anime}} ''Síu Gwōng'' 光子{{tt|*|In the tenth movie}} ''Gwōngjí''
| From 光 ''hikari''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| ฮิคาริ ''Hikari''
| Same as her Japanese name.
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Dawn}}
* [[Dawn (game)]]

==On Bulbagarden forums==
* {{BMGF|14886|The Dawn Club}}

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Dawn (anime)

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`Dawn: /* In the Diamond & Pearl series */

{{CharInfobox|
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name=Dawn |
jname=ヒカリ |
tmname=Hikari |
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image=Dawn BW2.png |
size=130px |
caption=Art from {{series|Best Wishes}} |
age=yes |
years=10 (as of [[DP001|debut]]) |
colors=yes|
eyes=Dark Blue |
hair=Dark Blue |
gender=Female |
hometown=[[Twinleaf Town]] |
region=[[Sinnoh]] |
relatives=[[Johanna]] (mother) |
trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Coordinator}} |
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counterpart={{ga|Dawn}}|
leader=no |
team=no |
brain=no |
anime=yes |
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epname=Following A Maiden's Voyage! |
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'''Dawn''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリ''' ''Hikari'') is a ten-year-old [[Pokémon Coordinator]] and a former {{ashfr|traveling companion}} of {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}. Her goal is to become a great [[Pokémon Coordinator]] like her [[mom#In the anime|mother]], [[Johanna]]. Her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was a {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} that she received from [[Professor Rowan]] in the [[DP001|first ''Diamond & Pearl'' series episode]].

==History==
===In the ''Diamond & Pearl'' series===
[[File:Dawn_Anime.png|thumb|left|150px|Dawn in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Dawn began her [[Pokémon journey]] with an overconfident {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. She wasn't able to gain his trust at first, but after rescuing him from a group of {{p|Ariados}}, the two became friends. Unlike {{an|May}}, she knew from the beginning that she wanted to be a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. After meeting {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}, she decided to journey with them, as their experience would likely be helpful to her. Like Ash, she is lucky enough to have seen a [[legendary Pokémon]] at the start of her journey, the projected soul of {{p|Mesprit}} in ''[[DP001|Following A Maiden's Voyage!]]''.

[[File:DP001.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's debut appearance]]
She had a [[bicycle]], but like {{an|Misty}}'s and {{an|May}}'s bikes, [[Ash's Pikachu]] destroyed it with his {{m|Thunderbolt}}. However, she did not mention this to Ash until more than thirty episodes after it happened. She also had planned to take a large suitcase full of dresses with her, but her mother made her leave it at home due to its impracticality. She had a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]], and her Contest cry is "Spotlight!" (English) or "Charm up!" (Japanese). Johanna gave Dawn the first [[Ribbon]] she earned as a Coordinator for good luck.

Dawn lost her first {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]'' to her new [[rival]] Zoey, who became one of her close friends after the Contest and who later helped Dawn through many tough times. After her loss, her mother told her not to rely on her but on her friends. Eventually, in her [[DP027|second official Contest]], Dawn narrowly beat her childhood rival {{si|Kenny}} to gain her first [[Ribbon]].

[[File:DP012.png|thumb|200px|Dawn and Zoey]]
She later trains with Zoey in coming up with different Contest moves regularly as evidenced by ''[[DP041|A Stand-Up Sit-Down!]]''. However she was not able to perfect {{AP|Buizel}}'s [[Ash's Buizel#Moves improvised|Ice Aqua Jet]] despite coming up with the idea. Ash later accomplishes this in the [[Wallace Cup]].

Despite her confidence and Contest training, in ''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]'', when she competed in the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she lost in the Appeals Round, making her the first of the main characters to lose a Contest by losing in the first round. In ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', she lost the Appeals Round for the second time in a row. This marked a notable change in Dawn's character. After the second blow to her self-esteem, she didn't know what to do and was still very upset throughout ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''. After this, she became more focused and regained her confidence after {{pkmn|battle|battling}} [[Maylene]] in ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''. She also began to practice in earnest for all her Contest's [[appeal|performances]] and [[Contest Battle|battles]]. Following [[Zoey]]'s advice to show off the Pokémon and not its moves, Dawn was able to pass through the first round in the [[Wallace Cup]] and eventually break her losing streak by narrowly defeating {{an|May}} in the final round of the competition in ''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]''. Dawn has since maintained her new found focus and humility.

[[File:DP067.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's Gym battle]]
After learning of the next Contest in [[Celestic Town]], she became very dedicated in her training, and actually overworked her Pokémon in ''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!]]''. Due to her hard work, she managed to win the Contest in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''. One of Dawn's [[Contest combination|combinations]] in that Contest gave {{Ash}} the inspiration for one of his notable tactics which he uses later on, the [[Counter Shield]]. In ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'', her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} began to disobey her after [[Evolution|evolving]]. Despite this, she was still eager to train it well.

This was evidenced by how much she cared for Mamoswine in ''[[DP119|Trials and Adulations!]]'' when both of them got lost and Mamoswine was injured. Using the medical knowledge she got from {{an|Brock}} in ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', she was able to heal Mamoswine making it obey her. However it still rebels and disobeys Dawn in the finals of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success!]]'' due to its short temper making her lose the Contest. However she remains calm and optimistic.

Her encounter with {{an|Mesprit}} and Ash and Brock's encounters with {{an|Azelf}} and {{an|Uxie}} respectively was revealed to be fate as [[Team Galactic]] intended to capture the [[lake guardians]] to awaken {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} in the [[Spear Pillar]]. The lake guardians communicate telepathically with Ash, Dawn and Brock and teleport them to the [[Team Galactic HQ]]. Eventually with the help of [[Cynthia]], they foil Team Galactic's plans and free the lake guardians.

In ''[[DP155|Double-Time Battle Training!]]'', with the help of [[Candice]] and [[Zoey]], she comes up with a new tactic after many failed attempts, the Flame Ice. She uses this tactic later on in the [[Daybreak Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[File:Young Dawn.png|thumb|200px|Young Dawn]]
While she is the only female main character not to have a sibling, she has two childhood friends that appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}, {{si|Kenny}} and [[Leona]], both of whom call her '''Dee Dee''' (Japanese: '''ピカリ''' ''Pikari''). Dawn has prevented them from telling Ash and Brock about the reason why she has this nickname, but in ''[[DP161|Yes in Dee Dee, It's Dawn!]]'', it was revealed that the reason for the name was due to her hair glittering (ピカピカ ''pikapika'') after being shocked by the class pets in her kindergarten, {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}, making it appear that she had '''D'''iamond '''D'''andruff. Due to the trauma from being teased by her entire class with the nickname, she has a certain fear of Plusle and Minun.

[[Ursula]] uses this against Dawn by using Plusle and Minun and deliberately attempting to shock her hair. Even though Dawn temporarily succumbed to her trauma, with Mamoswine's and Cyndaquil's encouragement, she was able to get over her trauma and defeat Ursula, winning her final fifth Ribbon in the process as well as allowing her to participate in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

She later trains in ''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher!]]'' where she comes up with a new tactic for the [[Grand Festival]], the Ice Chandelier. This time, however, she is able to perfect the move by herself with some inspiration. After obtaining {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}}, she trains with it to find a way around Togekiss's need to move gracefully and is able to do so successfully.

[[File:Poffin.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's poffins]]
Dawn entered the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] in ''[[DP174|Last Call — First Round!]]'', using her Buneary and Cyndaquil in the Appeals Round. She progressed through the round and battled [[Ursula]] first in [[DP175|the next episode]]. With Mamoswine and Pachirisu and her new combination, the Ice Chandelier, she was able to defeat [[Ursula's Gabite]] and {{p|Flareon}}. In the [[DP176|following episode]], she defeated [[Jessie|Jessilina]] and progressed to the [[DP177|finals]] to fight [[Zoey]].

After a very close fight between her Piplup and Togekiss and [[Zoey's Glameow]] and {{p|Gallade}}, however, she lost. After the finals, she returns her mother's Ribbon saying that she no longer is in her mother's shadow and only needs her Pokémon's care and support thus proving her growth as a Trainer.

After the competition, Zoey told Dawn that [[Candice]] was throwing a victory party for her in [[Snowpoint City]] and that Dawn was also welcome; however, Dawn declined the invitation, stating that she still wants to support Ash in his upcoming battle at [[Sunyshore Gym]] and in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. She then thanked all the Pokémon that had traveled with her through Sinnoh for their hard work and pledged to not give up her dream of being a {{DL|Grand Festival|Top Coordinator}}.

[[File:Dawn Cheer.png|thumb|200px|Dawn in her cheerleader outfit]]
After staying for Ash's Gym battle and the [[Sinnoh League]], she contemplates whether or not to go with Ash and Brock back to [[Kanto]]. However after receiving an invitation by [[Paris]] for her {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, she decides to stay in [[Sinnoh]]. She and Ash later share a final high-five as they did throughout the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} before Ash and Brock leave for Kanto.

After this, Dawn decided to spend some time at home before considering her next move and spent that time developing new Contest combinations. She also spent a lot of time working with Cyndaquil, and eventually decided to head for [[Hoenn]] next knowing that it was the region that Contests originated from and she was eager to hit the Contest trail again. However she was having trouble deciding which Pokémon to take with her and which to leave with [[Professor Rowan]]. Although she knew she would take Piplup, she couldn't decide on the others as she knew there was still a lot she could do with them. Eventually, after visiting Professor Rowan and having another incident with some {{p|Ariados}} (which caused Cyndaquil to [[Evolution|evolve]] into Quilava), Dawn decided to take all her Pokémon to [[Hoenn]] with her. Dawn soon left on her new adventure with her dream of becoming a Top Coordinator burning as bright as ever.

===In the ''Best Wishes'' series===

In ''[[BW085|All for the Love of Meloetta!]]'', it was revealed that Dawn had traveled to the [[Unova]] region and was staying in [[Cynthia]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]] while the champion was visiting [[Virbank City]]. She would return with Ash who Dawn got to reunite with and was able to meet his new friends, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}. Before coming to [[Undella Town]], Dawn had visited [[Nimbasa City]] where she watched a [[Pokémon Musical]] and one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. She also revealed that she would enter the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]]. She would later make it to [[BW091|Round 2]] before losing to Iris.

Later, in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', she announced her intention to head to [[Johto]] to compete in the Wallace Cup being held there. After semi-battling Ash, and saying their farewells, she and Piplup boarded the flight to [[Blackthorn City]].

==Character==
[[File:Ash and Dawn Arguing.png|thumb|right|250px|Dawn's temper]]
Dawn is notable for her confidence, since she is always looking towards the future rather than dwelling on her mistakes, although she has learned that this is not always enough. In the Japanese version, her catchphrase is, "{{tt|Daijōbu!|'It's fine!' or 'Don't worry!'}}" Although not consistently translated in the English dub at first, she began to regularly use "No need to worry!". In stark contrast to {{an|May}}'s inexperience and self-doubt at the start of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Dawn was overly confident and assured in her own strength in the beginning.

Over the course of her journey in Sinnoh, Dawn was able to come up with various combinations to show up her Pokémon's looks and strength. This began with something as simple as making her Piplup's beak grow longer, when using {{m|Peck}}, a combination she used even until the end of the Grand Festival. She later followed with simple spinning, a technique her Piplup and Buneary practiced for a while in [[Oreburgh City]]. The way it was used was adapted by Ash in his first Gym battle in Sinnoh.

[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|left|250px|Dawn in her winter clothes]]
Later on, Dawn began with more complex combinations, such as Flame Ice and Ice Chandelier, moves that were both powerful and beautiful. After a lot of practice, Dawn's Pokémon were able to master these combinations in battle. Coincidentally, both of these were used to defeat [[Ursula]].

Dawn is very different than Ash's {{ashfr|other friends}}. Dawn has more concern about her appearance, as she will not show herself to Ash or Brock until she feels that her appearance is perfect. That may be a reason why she decides to sleep inside a tent while the others sleep outside. However, she has recently been seen sleeping outside with the others, such as in ''[[DP053|Tears for Fears!]]''. Every time she's going to be on camera, she needs to take a moment to brush her hair before going on, such as in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''.

In ''[[DP070|The Bells Are Singing!]]'', Dawn revealed that she was the one to design {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest (but also admitted that her mother was the one to sew it). In ''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'', she demonstrated her talent for designing again, sketching many different dresses for the [[Hearthome Collection]], though she rejected all of them.
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==Pokémon==
[[File:Dawn Party.png‎|thumb|250px|Dawn's current party]]
Since obtaining her first [[Pokémon]], the Pokémon that Dawn acquired tends to be cute and small like her starter, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.

Because of her lack of experience, she may have some rough spots on how to deal with her Pokémon properly, as seen when she bickers with Piplup sometimes. This lack of experience also reflects with her Pachirisu and Mamoswine. Pachirisu occasionally hits unwanted targets with its {{m|Discharge}} while Mamoswine may easily be angered and disobey Dawn in the process. Despite all these issues she faces some times, Dawn still deeply cares for all her Pokémon, especially her starter, Piplup.

As a Coordinator who is willing to win the Grand Festival, Dawn has trained her Pokémon in the art of Appeals, as well as battles. She is able to fully utilize her Pokémon's capabilities. A commonly-seen example would be her Buneary's capability to use {{m|Ice Beam}}, which was used in various ways in the Contests Dawn participated in. She was also able to use her Togekiss in the finals of the Grand Festival to help her almost defeat Zoey, despite the lack of experience with it when compared to her other Pokémon, most especially Piplup, who was also used in the finals.

This listing is of Dawn's [[Pokémon]] as of the most recent Japanese episode:

===On hand===
This section is for the Pokémon that Dawn has in her current [[party]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup.png|water}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary.png|normal}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu.png|electric}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine.png|ice|ground|fir=Swinub|mid=Piloswine}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Quilava|Dawn Quilava.png|fire|fir=Egg|mid=Cyndaquil}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Togekiss|Dawn Togekiss.png|Normal|Flying}} ♀
|}

===In training===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn still owns but were given to another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]] to take care of.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom.png|normal|fir=Aipom|size=190px}} ♀
|
|
|
|}

===Traded away===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Dawn and Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|
|
|
|}

===Temporary===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn temporarily used. Most of them are rental and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Dawn Pikachu.png
|epnum=DP002
|epname=Two Degrees of Separation
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=When Dawn rescued Pikachu from Team Rocket, after trying to capture him thinking he was a wild Pokémon, she looked after Pikachu until returning to Ash in [[DP003|the next episode]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Brock
|pkmn=Croagunk
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Dawn Croagunk.png
|epnum=DP046
|epname=A Maze-ing Race!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=After the group got separated by {{p|Graveler}} and {{p|Golem}} using {{m|Rollout}}, Croagunk ended up going with Dawn while they were stuck in a maze looking for Ash and Brock. When the group found each other on two sides of a maze wall, Croagunk, along with the other Pokémon, were commanded to break a hole on one side of the wall.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Dawn Grimer.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=Dawn trained this {{p|Grimer}} during the first day of the summer school academy. It was used in a battle against a {{p|Venonat}} trained by [[Conway]]. During the battle, it used a [[Counter Shield]] that Dawn had taught it.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Poison Gas}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}, {{m|Sludge}} and {{m|Gunk Shot}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Dodrio
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Dawn Dodrio.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Dodrio}} in the first leg of the triathlon.

None of Dodrio's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Sharpedo
|type1=Water
|img=Conway Floatzel.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Sharpedo}} in the second leg of the triathlon.

None of Sharpedo's moves are known.}}

==Contests==
===Ribbons obtained===
[[File:Dawn 4 ribbons.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's Ribbons as of ''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'']]

====[[Sinnoh]] Ribbons====
* {{to|Floaroma}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]'')
* {{DL|Ribbon|Aqua Ribbon}} (''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'')
* {{to|Celestic}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]'')
* {{to|Chocovine}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'')
* {{to|Daybreak}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]'')

===Outfits===
* [[List of clothing in the anime#Dawn|Dawn's different outfits seen in the anime]]

==Achievements==
* Unofficial Contest - runner-up (''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]'')
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] - runner-up (with [[Conway]]) (''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'')
* [[Hearthome Collection]] - winner (''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'')
* [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] - top 4 (''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'')
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament - N/A (''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]'')
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] - runner-up (''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]'')
* [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] - top 8 (''[[BW091|Battling Authority Once Again!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{pearl color}}|bordercolor={{pearl color light}}
|ja=豊口めぐみ ''[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]''
|en=[[Emily Jenness]]
|zh_cmn=林美秀 ''Lín Měixiù'' (Taiwan)
|cs=Rosita Erbanová
|nl=Meghna Kumar
|fi=Mirjami Heikkinen
|fr_eu=Alexandra Corréa
|el=Στέλλα Μπονάτσου ''Stella Bonatsou''
|de=Jana Julie
|he=טליה ברקאי ''Talia Barkai''
|id=Dewi Arifiani ({{series|DP}}, [[M10]]-[[M13]]) Diah Sekartadji Wulandari ([[DP146]]-[[DP148]], [[DP176]]-[[DP178]])
|it=Tosawi Piovani ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]]) Ludovica De Caro ([[DP105]]-present)
|ko=정미숙 ''Chong Mi-Suk''
|no=Eline Høyer
|pl=Magdalena Krylik ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Beata Wyrąbkiewicz ([[DP053]]-present)
|pt_br=Fernanda Bulara
|pt_eu=Raquel Ferreira ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Joana Carvalho ([[DP053]]-present, all movies)
|ru=Анастасия Фомичева ''Anastasia Fomicheva'' ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Ольга Шорохова ''Olga Shorohova'' ([[DP105]]-present)
|es_eu=Mar Bordallo
|es_la=Gaby Ugarte ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]], [[DP158]]-[[DP191]]) Leyla Rangel ([[DP105]]-[[DP157]], [[BW085]]-[[BW093]])
|th=ศันสนีย์ วัฒนานุหม่อมชั้น'' Sansanee Watthananumomchan''
|da=Annevig Schelde Ebbe
}}

==In the manga==
===In movie manga adaptations===
[[File:DP series trio.png|thumb|250px|Dawn, Ash, and Brock in the manga]]

Dawn appears in the manga adaptations of ''{{ma|The Rise of Darkrai}}'', ''{{ma|Giratina and the Sky Warrior}}'', ''{{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}'', and ''{{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions}}''. Her team is the same in these manga adaptations.

===In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga===
Dawn and her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} appear as main characters alongside {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} in the {{pkmn|manga}} series {{OBP|Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl|Sakai Takayuki}}, an adaptation of the anime set in the timeline of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}.

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Dawn or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Dawn's Pokémon|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Piplup M (Movie Random Pack Promo 7)|Piplup]] {{SP|M}}|type=Water|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=007/022}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Buneary M (Movie Random Pack Promo 19)|Buneary]] {{SP|M}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=019/022}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn PLL.png|thumb|upright|Dawn in [[Pokémon Learning League]]]]
* On the [[Pokémon Learning League]] website, [[List of clothing in the anime|her clothing]] has been altered so that her white undershirt has sleeves and she is wearing black stockings or tights.
* Dawn's Japanese name is Hikari, and [[Zoey|her rival]]'s is Nozomi. The ''Hikari'' and the ''Nozomi'' are two Shinkansen "bullet train" lines. The Nozomi is faster than the Hikari, possibly symbolizing that Zoey is farther along in her coordinating skills than Dawn. It should also be noted that they go in opposite directions.
* All of Dawn's Normal-type Pokémon are female.
* When Dawn temporarily returned to the show in the {{series|Best Wishes}}, she returned for nine episodes. This was longer than both {{an|Misty}} and {{an|May}}, who only returned to the show for five episodes each; Misty's return was on two different occasions for a total of five.
** Dawn is also the only one of the three not to use a new outfit during her return.
* Dawn is Ash's only traveling companion to have met all three of his main rivals, having met {{Gary}} and [[Paul]] during her original run and having met [[Trip]] during her return.
* Dawn is the only [[Pokémon Coordinator]] in the anime to compete for the same {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]] twice.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{pearl color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{pearl color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| ヒカリ ''Hikari''
| From 光/ひかり ''hikari'', light or shine.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English
| Dawn
| May be a reference to ''Hikari''; dawn is the day's first light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Aurore
| From ''aurore'', dawn.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| German
| Lucia
| From Latin ''lux'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Lucinda
| From ''luce'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{tt|Spanish|Iberian}}
| Maya
| Maya can be a reference to the {{wp|Maya civilization}}, who worshiped sun.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 나빛나 ''Na Bit-Na''
| When read as a sentence, it means ''I shine''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小光 ''Xiǎo Guāng''
| From 光 ''hikari'', light. Can be taken as "young light".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小光{{tt|*|In the anime}} ''Síu Gwōng'' 光子{{tt|*|In the tenth movie}} ''Gwōngjí''
| From 光 ''hikari''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| ฮิคาริ ''Hikari''
| Same as her Japanese name.
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Dawn}}
* [[Dawn (game)]]

==On Bulbagarden forums==
* {{BMGF|14886|The Dawn Club}}

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Dawn (anime)

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`Dawn: /* In the Diamond & Pearl series */

{{CharInfobox|
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name=Dawn |
jname=ヒカリ |
tmname=Hikari |
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image=Dawn BW2.png |
size=130px |
caption=Art from {{series|Best Wishes}} |
age=yes |
years=10 (as of [[DP001|debut]]) |
colors=yes|
eyes=Dark Blue |
hair=Dark Blue |
gender=Female |
hometown=[[Twinleaf Town]] |
region=[[Sinnoh]] |
relatives=[[Johanna]] (mother) |
trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Coordinator}} |
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counterpart={{ga|Dawn}}|
leader=no |
team=no |
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epname=Following A Maiden's Voyage! |
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'''Dawn''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリ''' ''Hikari'') is a ten-year-old [[Pokémon Coordinator]] and a former {{ashfr|traveling companion}} of {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}. Her goal is to become a great [[Pokémon Coordinator]] like her [[mom#In the anime|mother]], [[Johanna]]. Her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was a {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} that she received from [[Professor Rowan]] in the [[DP001|first ''Diamond & Pearl'' series episode]].

==History==
===In the ''Diamond & Pearl'' series===
[[File:Dawn_Anime.png|thumb|left|150px|Dawn in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Dawn began her [[Pokémon journey]] with an overconfident {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. She wasn't able to gain his trust at first, but after rescuing him from a group of {{p|Ariados}}, the two became friends. Unlike {{an|May}}, she knew from the beginning that she wanted to be a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. After meeting {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}, she decided to journey with them, as their experience would likely be helpful to her. Like Ash, she is lucky enough to have seen a [[legendary Pokémon]] at the start of her journey, the projected soul of {{p|Mesprit}} in ''[[DP001|Following A Maiden's Voyage!]]''.

[[File:DP001.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's debut appearance]]
She had a [[bicycle]], but like {{an|Misty}}'s and {{an|May}}'s bikes, [[Ash's Pikachu]] destroyed it with his {{m|Thunderbolt}}. However, she did not mention this to Ash until more than thirty episodes after it happened. She also had planned to take a large suitcase full of dresses with her, but her mother made her leave it at home due to its impracticality. She had a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]], and her Contest cry is "Spotlight!" (English) or "Charm up!" (Japanese). Johanna gave Dawn the first [[Ribbon]] she earned as a Coordinator for good luck.

Dawn lost her first {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]'' to her new [[rival]] Zoey, who became one of her close friends after the Contest and who later helped Dawn through many tough times. After her loss, her mother told her not to rely on her but on her friends. Eventually, in her [[DP027|second official Contest]], Dawn narrowly beat her childhood rival {{si|Kenny}} to gain her first [[Ribbon]].

[[File:DP012.png|thumb|200px|Dawn and Zoey]]
She later trains with Zoey in coming up with different Contest moves regularly as evidenced by ''[[DP041|A Stand-Up Sit-Down!]]''. However she was not able to perfect {{AP|Buizel}}'s [[Ash's Buizel#Moves improvised|Ice Aqua Jet]] despite coming up with the idea. Ash later accomplishes this in the [[Wallace Cup]].

Despite her confidence and Contest training, in ''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]'', when she competed in the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she lost in the Appeals Round, making her the first of the main characters to lose a Contest by losing in the first round. In ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', she lost the Appeals Round for the second time in a row. This marked a notable change in Dawn's character. After the second blow to her self-esteem, she didn't know what to do and was still very upset throughout ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''. After this, she became more focused and regained her confidence after {{pkmn|battle|battling}} [[Maylene]] in ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''. She also began to practice in earnest for all her Contest's [[appeal|performances]] and [[Contest Battle|battles]]. Following [[Zoey]]'s advice to show off the Pokémon and not its moves, Dawn was able to pass through the first round in the [[Wallace Cup]] and eventually break her losing streak by narrowly defeating {{an|May}} in the final round of the competition in ''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]''. Dawn has since maintained her new found focus and humility.

[[File:DP067.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's Gym battle]]
After learning of the next Contest in [[Celestic Town]], she became very dedicated in her training, and actually overworked her Pokémon in ''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!]]''. Due to her hard work, she managed to win the Contest in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''. One of Dawn's [[Contest combination|combinations]] in that Contest gave {{Ash}} the inspiration for one of his notable tactics which he uses later on, the [[Counter Shield]]. In ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'', her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} began to disobey her after [[Evolution|evolving]]. Despite this, she was still eager to train it well.

This was evidenced by how much she cared for Mamoswine in ''[[DP119|Trials and Adulations!]]'' when both of them got lost and Mamoswine was injured. Using the medical knowledge she got from {{an|Brock}} in ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', she was able to heal Mamoswine making it obey her. However it still rebels and disobeys Dawn in the finals of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success!]]'' due to its short temper making her lose the Contest. However she remains calm and optimistic.

Her encounter with {{an|Mesprit}} and Ash and Brock's encounters with {{an|Azelf}} and {{an|Uxie}} respectively was revealed to be fate as [[Team Galactic]] intended to capture the [[lake guardians]] to awaken {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} in the [[Spear Pillar]]. The lake guardians communicate telepathically with Ash, Dawn and Brock and teleport them to the [[Team Galactic HQ]]. Eventually with the help of [[Cynthia]], they foil Team Galactic's plans and free the lake guardians.

In ''[[DP155|Double-Time Battle Training!]]'', with the help of [[Candice]] and [[Zoey]], she comes up with a new tactic after many failed attempts, the Flame Ice. She uses this tactic later on in the [[Daybreak Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[File:Young Dawn.png|thumb|200px|Young Dawn]]
While she is the only female main character not to have a sibling, she has two childhood friends that appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}, {{si|Kenny}} and [[Leona]], both of whom call her '''Dee Dee''' (Japanese: '''ピカリ''' ''Pikari''). Dawn has prevented them from telling Ash and Brock about the reason why she has this nickname, but in ''[[DP161|Yes in Dee Dee, It's Dawn!]]'', it was revealed that the reason for the name was due to her hair glittering (ピカピカ ''pikapika'') after being shocked by the class pets in her kindergarten, {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}, making it appear that she had '''D'''iamond '''D'''andruff. Due to the trauma from being teased by her entire class with the nickname, she has a certain fear of Plusle and Minun.

[[Ursula]] uses this against Dawn by using Plusle and Minun and deliberately attempting to shock her hair. Even though Dawn temporarily succumbed to her trauma, with Mamoswine's and Cyndaquil's encouragement, she was able to get over her trauma and defeat Ursula, winning her final fifth Ribbon in the process as well as allowing her to participate in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

She later trains in ''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher!]]'' where she comes up with a new tactic for the [[Grand Festival]], the Ice Chandelier. This time, however, she is able to perfect the move by herself with some inspiration. After obtaining {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}}, she trains with it to find a way around Togekiss's need to move gracefully and is able to do so successfully.

[[File:Poffin.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's poffins]]
Dawn entered the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] in ''[[DP174|Last Call — First Round!]]'', using her Buneary and Cyndaquil in the Appeals Round. She progressed through the round and battled [[Ursula]] first in [[DP175|the next episode]]. With Mamoswine and Pachirisu and her new combination, the Ice Chandelier, she was able to defeat [[Ursula's Gabite]] and {{p|Flareon}}. In the [[DP176|following episode]], she defeated [[Jessie|Jessilina]] and progressed to the [[DP177|finals]] to fight [[Zoey]].

After a very close fight between her Piplup and Togekiss and [[Zoey's Glameow]] and {{p|Gallade}}, however, she lost. After the finals, she returns her mother's Ribbon saying that she no longer is in her mother's shadow and only needs her Pokémon's care and support thus proving her growth as a Trainer.

After the competition, Zoey told Dawn that [[Candice]] was throwing a victory party for her in [[Snowpoint City]] and that Dawn was also welcome; however, Dawn declined the invitation, stating that she still wants to support Ash in his upcoming battle at [[Sunyshore Gym]] and in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. She then thanked all the Pokémon that had traveled with her through Sinnoh for their hard work and pledged to not give up her dream of being a {{DL|Grand Festival|Top Coordinator}}.

[[File:Dawn Cheer.png|thumb|200px|Dawn in her cheerleader outfit]]
After staying for Ash's Gym battle and the [[Sinnoh League]], she contemplates whether or not to go with Ash and Brock back to [[Kanto]]. However after receiving an invitation by [[Paris]] for her {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, she decides to stay in [[Sinnoh]]. She and Ash later share a final high-five as they did throughout the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} before Ash and Brock leave for Kanto.

[[File:DP191.png|Ash and Dawn's final High Touch]]
After this, Dawn decided to spend some time at home before considering her next move and spent that time developing new Contest combinations. She also spent a lot of time working with Cyndaquil, and eventually decided to head for [[Hoenn]] next knowing that it was the region that Contests originated from and she was eager to hit the Contest trail again. However she was having trouble deciding which Pokémon to take with her and which to leave with [[Professor Rowan]]. Although she knew she would take Piplup, she couldn't decide on the others as she knew there was still a lot she could do with them. Eventually, after visiting Professor Rowan and having another incident with some {{p|Ariados}} (which caused Cyndaquil to [[Evolution|evolve]] into Quilava), Dawn decided to take all her Pokémon to [[Hoenn]] with her. Dawn soon left on her new adventure with her dream of becoming a Top Coordinator burning as bright as ever.

===In the ''Best Wishes'' series===

In ''[[BW085|All for the Love of Meloetta!]]'', it was revealed that Dawn had traveled to the [[Unova]] region and was staying in [[Cynthia]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]] while the champion was visiting [[Virbank City]]. She would return with Ash who Dawn got to reunite with and was able to meet his new friends, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}. Before coming to [[Undella Town]], Dawn had visited [[Nimbasa City]] where she watched a [[Pokémon Musical]] and one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. She also revealed that she would enter the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]]. She would later make it to [[BW091|Round 2]] before losing to Iris.

Later, in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', she announced her intention to head to [[Johto]] to compete in the Wallace Cup being held there. After semi-battling Ash, and saying their farewells, she and Piplup boarded the flight to [[Blackthorn City]].

==Character==
[[File:Ash and Dawn Arguing.png|thumb|right|250px|Dawn's temper]]
Dawn is notable for her confidence, since she is always looking towards the future rather than dwelling on her mistakes, although she has learned that this is not always enough. In the Japanese version, her catchphrase is, "{{tt|Daijōbu!|'It's fine!' or 'Don't worry!'}}" Although not consistently translated in the English dub at first, she began to regularly use "No need to worry!". In stark contrast to {{an|May}}'s inexperience and self-doubt at the start of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Dawn was overly confident and assured in her own strength in the beginning.

Over the course of her journey in Sinnoh, Dawn was able to come up with various combinations to show up her Pokémon's looks and strength. This began with something as simple as making her Piplup's beak grow longer, when using {{m|Peck}}, a combination she used even until the end of the Grand Festival. She later followed with simple spinning, a technique her Piplup and Buneary practiced for a while in [[Oreburgh City]]. The way it was used was adapted by Ash in his first Gym battle in Sinnoh.

[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|left|250px|Dawn in her winter clothes]]
Later on, Dawn began with more complex combinations, such as Flame Ice and Ice Chandelier, moves that were both powerful and beautiful. After a lot of practice, Dawn's Pokémon were able to master these combinations in battle. Coincidentally, both of these were used to defeat [[Ursula]].

Dawn is very different than Ash's {{ashfr|other friends}}. Dawn has more concern about her appearance, as she will not show herself to Ash or Brock until she feels that her appearance is perfect. That may be a reason why she decides to sleep inside a tent while the others sleep outside. However, she has recently been seen sleeping outside with the others, such as in ''[[DP053|Tears for Fears!]]''. Every time she's going to be on camera, she needs to take a moment to brush her hair before going on, such as in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''.

In ''[[DP070|The Bells Are Singing!]]'', Dawn revealed that she was the one to design {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest (but also admitted that her mother was the one to sew it). In ''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'', she demonstrated her talent for designing again, sketching many different dresses for the [[Hearthome Collection]], though she rejected all of them.
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==Pokémon==
[[File:Dawn Party.png‎|thumb|250px|Dawn's current party]]
Since obtaining her first [[Pokémon]], the Pokémon that Dawn acquired tends to be cute and small like her starter, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.

Because of her lack of experience, she may have some rough spots on how to deal with her Pokémon properly, as seen when she bickers with Piplup sometimes. This lack of experience also reflects with her Pachirisu and Mamoswine. Pachirisu occasionally hits unwanted targets with its {{m|Discharge}} while Mamoswine may easily be angered and disobey Dawn in the process. Despite all these issues she faces some times, Dawn still deeply cares for all her Pokémon, especially her starter, Piplup.

As a Coordinator who is willing to win the Grand Festival, Dawn has trained her Pokémon in the art of Appeals, as well as battles. She is able to fully utilize her Pokémon's capabilities. A commonly-seen example would be her Buneary's capability to use {{m|Ice Beam}}, which was used in various ways in the Contests Dawn participated in. She was also able to use her Togekiss in the finals of the Grand Festival to help her almost defeat Zoey, despite the lack of experience with it when compared to her other Pokémon, most especially Piplup, who was also used in the finals.

This listing is of Dawn's [[Pokémon]] as of the most recent Japanese episode:

===On hand===
This section is for the Pokémon that Dawn has in her current [[party]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup.png|water}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary.png|normal}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu.png|electric}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine.png|ice|ground|fir=Swinub|mid=Piloswine}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Quilava|Dawn Quilava.png|fire|fir=Egg|mid=Cyndaquil}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Togekiss|Dawn Togekiss.png|Normal|Flying}} ♀
|}

===In training===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn still owns but were given to another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]] to take care of.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom.png|normal|fir=Aipom|size=190px}} ♀
|
|
|
|}

===Traded away===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Dawn and Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|
|
|
|}

===Temporary===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn temporarily used. Most of them are rental and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Dawn Pikachu.png
|epnum=DP002
|epname=Two Degrees of Separation
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=When Dawn rescued Pikachu from Team Rocket, after trying to capture him thinking he was a wild Pokémon, she looked after Pikachu until returning to Ash in [[DP003|the next episode]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Brock
|pkmn=Croagunk
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Dawn Croagunk.png
|epnum=DP046
|epname=A Maze-ing Race!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=After the group got separated by {{p|Graveler}} and {{p|Golem}} using {{m|Rollout}}, Croagunk ended up going with Dawn while they were stuck in a maze looking for Ash and Brock. When the group found each other on two sides of a maze wall, Croagunk, along with the other Pokémon, were commanded to break a hole on one side of the wall.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Dawn Grimer.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=Dawn trained this {{p|Grimer}} during the first day of the summer school academy. It was used in a battle against a {{p|Venonat}} trained by [[Conway]]. During the battle, it used a [[Counter Shield]] that Dawn had taught it.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Poison Gas}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}, {{m|Sludge}} and {{m|Gunk Shot}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Dodrio
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Dawn Dodrio.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Dodrio}} in the first leg of the triathlon.

None of Dodrio's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Sharpedo
|type1=Water
|img=Conway Floatzel.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Sharpedo}} in the second leg of the triathlon.

None of Sharpedo's moves are known.}}

==Contests==
===Ribbons obtained===
[[File:Dawn 4 ribbons.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's Ribbons as of ''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'']]

====[[Sinnoh]] Ribbons====
* {{to|Floaroma}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]'')
* {{DL|Ribbon|Aqua Ribbon}} (''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'')
* {{to|Celestic}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]'')
* {{to|Chocovine}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'')
* {{to|Daybreak}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]'')

===Outfits===
* [[List of clothing in the anime#Dawn|Dawn's different outfits seen in the anime]]

==Achievements==
* Unofficial Contest - runner-up (''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]'')
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] - runner-up (with [[Conway]]) (''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'')
* [[Hearthome Collection]] - winner (''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'')
* [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] - top 4 (''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'')
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament - N/A (''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]'')
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] - runner-up (''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]'')
* [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] - top 8 (''[[BW091|Battling Authority Once Again!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{pearl color}}|bordercolor={{pearl color light}}
|ja=豊口めぐみ ''[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]''
|en=[[Emily Jenness]]
|zh_cmn=林美秀 ''Lín Měixiù'' (Taiwan)
|cs=Rosita Erbanová
|nl=Meghna Kumar
|fi=Mirjami Heikkinen
|fr_eu=Alexandra Corréa
|el=Στέλλα Μπονάτσου ''Stella Bonatsou''
|de=Jana Julie
|he=טליה ברקאי ''Talia Barkai''
|id=Dewi Arifiani ({{series|DP}}, [[M10]]-[[M13]]) Diah Sekartadji Wulandari ([[DP146]]-[[DP148]], [[DP176]]-[[DP178]])
|it=Tosawi Piovani ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]]) Ludovica De Caro ([[DP105]]-present)
|ko=정미숙 ''Chong Mi-Suk''
|no=Eline Høyer
|pl=Magdalena Krylik ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Beata Wyrąbkiewicz ([[DP053]]-present)
|pt_br=Fernanda Bulara
|pt_eu=Raquel Ferreira ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Joana Carvalho ([[DP053]]-present, all movies)
|ru=Анастасия Фомичева ''Anastasia Fomicheva'' ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Ольга Шорохова ''Olga Shorohova'' ([[DP105]]-present)
|es_eu=Mar Bordallo
|es_la=Gaby Ugarte ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]], [[DP158]]-[[DP191]]) Leyla Rangel ([[DP105]]-[[DP157]], [[BW085]]-[[BW093]])
|th=ศันสนีย์ วัฒนานุหม่อมชั้น'' Sansanee Watthananumomchan''
|da=Annevig Schelde Ebbe
}}

==In the manga==
===In movie manga adaptations===
[[File:DP series trio.png|thumb|250px|Dawn, Ash, and Brock in the manga]]

Dawn appears in the manga adaptations of ''{{ma|The Rise of Darkrai}}'', ''{{ma|Giratina and the Sky Warrior}}'', ''{{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}'', and ''{{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions}}''. Her team is the same in these manga adaptations.

===In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga===
Dawn and her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} appear as main characters alongside {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} in the {{pkmn|manga}} series {{OBP|Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl|Sakai Takayuki}}, an adaptation of the anime set in the timeline of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}.

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Dawn or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Dawn's Pokémon|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Piplup M (Movie Random Pack Promo 7)|Piplup]] {{SP|M}}|type=Water|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=007/022}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Buneary M (Movie Random Pack Promo 19)|Buneary]] {{SP|M}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=019/022}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn PLL.png|thumb|upright|Dawn in [[Pokémon Learning League]]]]
* On the [[Pokémon Learning League]] website, [[List of clothing in the anime|her clothing]] has been altered so that her white undershirt has sleeves and she is wearing black stockings or tights.
* Dawn's Japanese name is Hikari, and [[Zoey|her rival]]'s is Nozomi. The ''Hikari'' and the ''Nozomi'' are two Shinkansen "bullet train" lines. The Nozomi is faster than the Hikari, possibly symbolizing that Zoey is farther along in her coordinating skills than Dawn. It should also be noted that they go in opposite directions.
* All of Dawn's Normal-type Pokémon are female.
* When Dawn temporarily returned to the show in the {{series|Best Wishes}}, she returned for nine episodes. This was longer than both {{an|Misty}} and {{an|May}}, who only returned to the show for five episodes each; Misty's return was on two different occasions for a total of five.
** Dawn is also the only one of the three not to use a new outfit during her return.
* Dawn is Ash's only traveling companion to have met all three of his main rivals, having met {{Gary}} and [[Paul]] during her original run and having met [[Trip]] during her return.
* Dawn is the only [[Pokémon Coordinator]] in the anime to compete for the same {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]] twice.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{pearl color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{pearl color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| ヒカリ ''Hikari''
| From 光/ひかり ''hikari'', light or shine.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English
| Dawn
| May be a reference to ''Hikari''; dawn is the day's first light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Aurore
| From ''aurore'', dawn.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| German
| Lucia
| From Latin ''lux'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Lucinda
| From ''luce'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{tt|Spanish|Iberian}}
| Maya
| Maya can be a reference to the {{wp|Maya civilization}}, who worshiped sun.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 나빛나 ''Na Bit-Na''
| When read as a sentence, it means ''I shine''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小光 ''Xiǎo Guāng''
| From 光 ''hikari'', light. Can be taken as "young light".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小光{{tt|*|In the anime}} ''Síu Gwōng'' 光子{{tt|*|In the tenth movie}} ''Gwōngjí''
| From 光 ''hikari''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| ฮิคาริ ''Hikari''
| Same as her Japanese name.
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Dawn}}
* [[Dawn (game)]]

==On Bulbagarden forums==
* {{BMGF|14886|The Dawn Club}}

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Dawn (anime)

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`Dawn: /* In the Diamond & Pearl series */

{{CharInfobox|
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name=Dawn |
jname=ヒカリ |
tmname=Hikari |
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image=Dawn BW2.png |
size=130px |
caption=Art from {{series|Best Wishes}} |
age=yes |
years=10 (as of [[DP001|debut]]) |
colors=yes|
eyes=Dark Blue |
hair=Dark Blue |
gender=Female |
hometown=[[Twinleaf Town]] |
region=[[Sinnoh]] |
relatives=[[Johanna]] (mother) |
trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Coordinator}} |
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leader=no |
team=no |
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anime=yes |
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epname=Following A Maiden's Voyage! |
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'''Dawn''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリ''' ''Hikari'') is a ten-year-old [[Pokémon Coordinator]] and a former {{ashfr|traveling companion}} of {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}. Her goal is to become a great [[Pokémon Coordinator]] like her [[mom#In the anime|mother]], [[Johanna]]. Her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was a {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} that she received from [[Professor Rowan]] in the [[DP001|first ''Diamond & Pearl'' series episode]].

==History==
===In the ''Diamond & Pearl'' series===
[[File:Dawn_Anime.png|thumb|left|150px|Dawn in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Dawn began her [[Pokémon journey]] with an overconfident {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. She wasn't able to gain his trust at first, but after rescuing him from a group of {{p|Ariados}}, the two became friends. Unlike {{an|May}}, she knew from the beginning that she wanted to be a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. After meeting {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}, she decided to journey with them, as their experience would likely be helpful to her. Like Ash, she is lucky enough to have seen a [[legendary Pokémon]] at the start of her journey, the projected soul of {{p|Mesprit}} in ''[[DP001|Following A Maiden's Voyage!]]''.

[[File:DP001.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's debut appearance]]
She had a [[bicycle]], but like {{an|Misty}}'s and {{an|May}}'s bikes, [[Ash's Pikachu]] destroyed it with his {{m|Thunderbolt}}. However, she did not mention this to Ash until more than thirty episodes after it happened. She also had planned to take a large suitcase full of dresses with her, but her mother made her leave it at home due to its impracticality. She had a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]], and her Contest cry is "Spotlight!" (English) or "Charm up!" (Japanese). Johanna gave Dawn the first [[Ribbon]] she earned as a Coordinator for good luck.

Dawn lost her first {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]'' to her new [[rival]] Zoey, who became one of her close friends after the Contest and who later helped Dawn through many tough times. After her loss, her mother told her not to rely on her but on her friends. Eventually, in her [[DP027|second official Contest]], Dawn narrowly beat her childhood rival {{si|Kenny}} to gain her first [[Ribbon]].

[[File:DP012.png|thumb|200px|Dawn and Zoey]]
She later trains with Zoey in coming up with different Contest moves regularly as evidenced by ''[[DP041|A Stand-Up Sit-Down!]]''. However she was not able to perfect {{AP|Buizel}}'s [[Ash's Buizel#Moves improvised|Ice Aqua Jet]] despite coming up with the idea. Ash later accomplishes this in the [[Wallace Cup]].

Despite her confidence and Contest training, in ''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]'', when she competed in the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she lost in the Appeals Round, making her the first of the main characters to lose a Contest by losing in the first round. In ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', she lost the Appeals Round for the second time in a row. This marked a notable change in Dawn's character. After the second blow to her self-esteem, she didn't know what to do and was still very upset throughout ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''. After this, she became more focused and regained her confidence after {{pkmn|battle|battling}} [[Maylene]] in ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''. She also began to practice in earnest for all her Contest's [[appeal|performances]] and [[Contest Battle|battles]]. Following [[Zoey]]'s advice to show off the Pokémon and not its moves, Dawn was able to pass through the first round in the [[Wallace Cup]] and eventually break her losing streak by narrowly defeating {{an|May}} in the final round of the competition in ''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]''. Dawn has since maintained her new found focus and humility.

[[File:DP067.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's Gym battle]]
After learning of the next Contest in [[Celestic Town]], she became very dedicated in her training, and actually overworked her Pokémon in ''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!]]''. Due to her hard work, she managed to win the Contest in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''. One of Dawn's [[Contest combination|combinations]] in that Contest gave {{Ash}} the inspiration for one of his notable tactics which he uses later on, the [[Counter Shield]]. In ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'', her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} began to disobey her after [[Evolution|evolving]]. Despite this, she was still eager to train it well.

This was evidenced by how much she cared for Mamoswine in ''[[DP119|Trials and Adulations!]]'' when both of them got lost and Mamoswine was injured. Using the medical knowledge she got from {{an|Brock}} in ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', she was able to heal Mamoswine making it obey her. However it still rebels and disobeys Dawn in the finals of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success!]]'' due to its short temper making her lose the Contest. However she remains calm and optimistic.

Her encounter with {{an|Mesprit}} and Ash and Brock's encounters with {{an|Azelf}} and {{an|Uxie}} respectively was revealed to be fate as [[Team Galactic]] intended to capture the [[lake guardians]] to awaken {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} in the [[Spear Pillar]]. The lake guardians communicate telepathically with Ash, Dawn and Brock and teleport them to the [[Team Galactic HQ]]. Eventually with the help of [[Cynthia]], they foil Team Galactic's plans and free the lake guardians.

In ''[[DP155|Double-Time Battle Training!]]'', with the help of [[Candice]] and [[Zoey]], she comes up with a new tactic after many failed attempts, the Flame Ice. She uses this tactic later on in the [[Daybreak Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[File:Young Dawn.png|thumb|200px|Young Dawn]]
While she is the only female main character not to have a sibling, she has two childhood friends that appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}, {{si|Kenny}} and [[Leona]], both of whom call her '''Dee Dee''' (Japanese: '''ピカリ''' ''Pikari''). Dawn has prevented them from telling Ash and Brock about the reason why she has this nickname, but in ''[[DP161|Yes in Dee Dee, It's Dawn!]]'', it was revealed that the reason for the name was due to her hair glittering (ピカピカ ''pikapika'') after being shocked by the class pets in her kindergarten, {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}, making it appear that she had '''D'''iamond '''D'''andruff. Due to the trauma from being teased by her entire class with the nickname, she has a certain fear of Plusle and Minun.

[[Ursula]] uses this against Dawn by using Plusle and Minun and deliberately attempting to shock her hair. Even though Dawn temporarily succumbed to her trauma, with Mamoswine's and Cyndaquil's encouragement, she was able to get over her trauma and defeat Ursula, winning her final fifth Ribbon in the process as well as allowing her to participate in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

She later trains in ''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher!]]'' where she comes up with a new tactic for the [[Grand Festival]], the Ice Chandelier. This time, however, she is able to perfect the move by herself with some inspiration. After obtaining {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}}, she trains with it to find a way around Togekiss's need to move gracefully and is able to do so successfully.

[[File:Poffin.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's poffins]]
Dawn entered the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] in ''[[DP174|Last Call — First Round!]]'', using her Buneary and Cyndaquil in the Appeals Round. She progressed through the round and battled [[Ursula]] first in [[DP175|the next episode]]. With Mamoswine and Pachirisu and her new combination, the Ice Chandelier, she was able to defeat [[Ursula's Gabite]] and {{p|Flareon}}. In the [[DP176|following episode]], she defeated [[Jessie|Jessilina]] and progressed to the [[DP177|finals]] to fight [[Zoey]].

After a very close fight between her Piplup and Togekiss and [[Zoey's Glameow]] and {{p|Gallade}}, however, she lost. After the finals, she returns her mother's Ribbon saying that she no longer is in her mother's shadow and only needs her Pokémon's care and support thus proving her growth as a Trainer.

After the competition, Zoey told Dawn that [[Candice]] was throwing a victory party for her in [[Snowpoint City]] and that Dawn was also welcome; however, Dawn declined the invitation, stating that she still wants to support Ash in his upcoming battle at [[Sunyshore Gym]] and in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. She then thanked all the Pokémon that had traveled with her through Sinnoh for their hard work and pledged to not give up her dream of being a {{DL|Grand Festival|Top Coordinator}}.

[[File:Dawn Cheer.png|thumb|200px|Dawn in her cheerleader outfit]]
After staying for Ash's Gym battle and the [[Sinnoh League]], she contemplates whether or not to go with Ash and Brock back to [[Kanto]]. However after receiving an invitation by [[Paris]] for her {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, she decides to stay in [[Sinnoh]]. She and Ash later share a final high-five as they did throughout the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} before Ash and Brock leave for Kanto.

After this, Dawn decided to spend some time at home before considering her next move and spent that time developing new Contest combinations. She also spent a lot of time working with Cyndaquil, and eventually decided to head for [[Hoenn]] next knowing that it was the region that Contests originated from and she was eager to hit the Contest trail again. However she was having trouble deciding which Pokémon to take with her and which to leave with [[Professor Rowan]]. Although she knew she would take Piplup, she couldn't decide on the others as she knew there was still a lot she could do with them. Eventually, after visiting Professor Rowan and having another incident with some {{p|Ariados}} (which caused Cyndaquil to [[Evolution|evolve]] into Quilava), Dawn decided to take all her Pokémon to [[Hoenn]] with her. Dawn soon left on her new adventure with her dream of becoming a Top Coordinator burning as bright as ever.

===In the ''Best Wishes'' series===

In ''[[BW085|All for the Love of Meloetta!]]'', it was revealed that Dawn had traveled to the [[Unova]] region and was staying in [[Cynthia]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]] while the champion was visiting [[Virbank City]]. She would return with Ash who Dawn got to reunite with and was able to meet his new friends, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}. Before coming to [[Undella Town]], Dawn had visited [[Nimbasa City]] where she watched a [[Pokémon Musical]] and one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. She also revealed that she would enter the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]]. She would later make it to [[BW091|Round 2]] before losing to Iris.

Later, in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', she announced her intention to head to [[Johto]] to compete in the Wallace Cup being held there. After semi-battling Ash, and saying their farewells, she and Piplup boarded the flight to [[Blackthorn City]].

==Character==
[[File:Ash and Dawn Arguing.png|thumb|right|250px|Dawn's temper]]
Dawn is notable for her confidence, since she is always looking towards the future rather than dwelling on her mistakes, although she has learned that this is not always enough. In the Japanese version, her catchphrase is, "{{tt|Daijōbu!|'It's fine!' or 'Don't worry!'}}" Although not consistently translated in the English dub at first, she began to regularly use "No need to worry!". In stark contrast to {{an|May}}'s inexperience and self-doubt at the start of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Dawn was overly confident and assured in her own strength in the beginning.

Over the course of her journey in Sinnoh, Dawn was able to come up with various combinations to show up her Pokémon's looks and strength. This began with something as simple as making her Piplup's beak grow longer, when using {{m|Peck}}, a combination she used even until the end of the Grand Festival. She later followed with simple spinning, a technique her Piplup and Buneary practiced for a while in [[Oreburgh City]]. The way it was used was adapted by Ash in his first Gym battle in Sinnoh.

[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|left|250px|Dawn in her winter clothes]]
Later on, Dawn began with more complex combinations, such as Flame Ice and Ice Chandelier, moves that were both powerful and beautiful. After a lot of practice, Dawn's Pokémon were able to master these combinations in battle. Coincidentally, both of these were used to defeat [[Ursula]].

Dawn is very different than Ash's {{ashfr|other friends}}. Dawn has more concern about her appearance, as she will not show herself to Ash or Brock until she feels that her appearance is perfect. That may be a reason why she decides to sleep inside a tent while the others sleep outside. However, she has recently been seen sleeping outside with the others, such as in ''[[DP053|Tears for Fears!]]''. Every time she's going to be on camera, she needs to take a moment to brush her hair before going on, such as in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''.

In ''[[DP070|The Bells Are Singing!]]'', Dawn revealed that she was the one to design {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest (but also admitted that her mother was the one to sew it). In ''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'', she demonstrated her talent for designing again, sketching many different dresses for the [[Hearthome Collection]], though she rejected all of them.
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==Pokémon==
[[File:Dawn Party.png‎|thumb|250px|Dawn's current party]]
Since obtaining her first [[Pokémon]], the Pokémon that Dawn acquired tends to be cute and small like her starter, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.

Because of her lack of experience, she may have some rough spots on how to deal with her Pokémon properly, as seen when she bickers with Piplup sometimes. This lack of experience also reflects with her Pachirisu and Mamoswine. Pachirisu occasionally hits unwanted targets with its {{m|Discharge}} while Mamoswine may easily be angered and disobey Dawn in the process. Despite all these issues she faces some times, Dawn still deeply cares for all her Pokémon, especially her starter, Piplup.

As a Coordinator who is willing to win the Grand Festival, Dawn has trained her Pokémon in the art of Appeals, as well as battles. She is able to fully utilize her Pokémon's capabilities. A commonly-seen example would be her Buneary's capability to use {{m|Ice Beam}}, which was used in various ways in the Contests Dawn participated in. She was also able to use her Togekiss in the finals of the Grand Festival to help her almost defeat Zoey, despite the lack of experience with it when compared to her other Pokémon, most especially Piplup, who was also used in the finals.

This listing is of Dawn's [[Pokémon]] as of the most recent Japanese episode:

===On hand===
This section is for the Pokémon that Dawn has in her current [[party]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup.png|water}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary.png|normal}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu.png|electric}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine.png|ice|ground|fir=Swinub|mid=Piloswine}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Quilava|Dawn Quilava.png|fire|fir=Egg|mid=Cyndaquil}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Togekiss|Dawn Togekiss.png|Normal|Flying}} ♀
|}

===In training===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn still owns but were given to another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]] to take care of.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom.png|normal|fir=Aipom|size=190px}} ♀
|
|
|
|}

===Traded away===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Dawn and Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|
|
|
|}

===Temporary===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn temporarily used. Most of them are rental and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Dawn Pikachu.png
|epnum=DP002
|epname=Two Degrees of Separation
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=When Dawn rescued Pikachu from Team Rocket, after trying to capture him thinking he was a wild Pokémon, she looked after Pikachu until returning to Ash in [[DP003|the next episode]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Brock
|pkmn=Croagunk
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Dawn Croagunk.png
|epnum=DP046
|epname=A Maze-ing Race!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=After the group got separated by {{p|Graveler}} and {{p|Golem}} using {{m|Rollout}}, Croagunk ended up going with Dawn while they were stuck in a maze looking for Ash and Brock. When the group found each other on two sides of a maze wall, Croagunk, along with the other Pokémon, were commanded to break a hole on one side of the wall.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Dawn Grimer.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=Dawn trained this {{p|Grimer}} during the first day of the summer school academy. It was used in a battle against a {{p|Venonat}} trained by [[Conway]]. During the battle, it used a [[Counter Shield]] that Dawn had taught it.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Poison Gas}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}, {{m|Sludge}} and {{m|Gunk Shot}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Dodrio
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Dawn Dodrio.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Dodrio}} in the first leg of the triathlon.

None of Dodrio's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Sharpedo
|type1=Water
|img=Conway Floatzel.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Sharpedo}} in the second leg of the triathlon.

None of Sharpedo's moves are known.}}

==Contests==
===Ribbons obtained===
[[File:Dawn 4 ribbons.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's Ribbons as of ''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'']]

====[[Sinnoh]] Ribbons====
* {{to|Floaroma}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]'')
* {{DL|Ribbon|Aqua Ribbon}} (''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'')
* {{to|Celestic}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]'')
* {{to|Chocovine}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'')
* {{to|Daybreak}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]'')

===Outfits===
* [[List of clothing in the anime#Dawn|Dawn's different outfits seen in the anime]]

==Achievements==
* Unofficial Contest - runner-up (''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]'')
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] - runner-up (with [[Conway]]) (''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'')
* [[Hearthome Collection]] - winner (''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'')
* [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] - top 4 (''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'')
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament - N/A (''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]'')
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] - runner-up (''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]'')
* [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] - top 8 (''[[BW091|Battling Authority Once Again!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{pearl color}}|bordercolor={{pearl color light}}
|ja=豊口めぐみ ''[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]''
|en=[[Emily Jenness]]
|zh_cmn=林美秀 ''Lín Měixiù'' (Taiwan)
|cs=Rosita Erbanová
|nl=Meghna Kumar
|fi=Mirjami Heikkinen
|fr_eu=Alexandra Corréa
|el=Στέλλα Μπονάτσου ''Stella Bonatsou''
|de=Jana Julie
|he=טליה ברקאי ''Talia Barkai''
|id=Dewi Arifiani ({{series|DP}}, [[M10]]-[[M13]]) Diah Sekartadji Wulandari ([[DP146]]-[[DP148]], [[DP176]]-[[DP178]])
|it=Tosawi Piovani ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]]) Ludovica De Caro ([[DP105]]-present)
|ko=정미숙 ''Chong Mi-Suk''
|no=Eline Høyer
|pl=Magdalena Krylik ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Beata Wyrąbkiewicz ([[DP053]]-present)
|pt_br=Fernanda Bulara
|pt_eu=Raquel Ferreira ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Joana Carvalho ([[DP053]]-present, all movies)
|ru=Анастасия Фомичева ''Anastasia Fomicheva'' ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Ольга Шорохова ''Olga Shorohova'' ([[DP105]]-present)
|es_eu=Mar Bordallo
|es_la=Gaby Ugarte ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]], [[DP158]]-[[DP191]]) Leyla Rangel ([[DP105]]-[[DP157]], [[BW085]]-[[BW093]])
|th=ศันสนีย์ วัฒนานุหม่อมชั้น'' Sansanee Watthananumomchan''
|da=Annevig Schelde Ebbe
}}

==In the manga==
===In movie manga adaptations===
[[File:DP series trio.png|thumb|250px|Dawn, Ash, and Brock in the manga]]

Dawn appears in the manga adaptations of ''{{ma|The Rise of Darkrai}}'', ''{{ma|Giratina and the Sky Warrior}}'', ''{{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}'', and ''{{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions}}''. Her team is the same in these manga adaptations.

===In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga===
Dawn and her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} appear as main characters alongside {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} in the {{pkmn|manga}} series {{OBP|Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl|Sakai Takayuki}}, an adaptation of the anime set in the timeline of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}.

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Dawn or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Dawn's Pokémon|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Piplup M (Movie Random Pack Promo 7)|Piplup]] {{SP|M}}|type=Water|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=007/022}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Buneary M (Movie Random Pack Promo 19)|Buneary]] {{SP|M}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=019/022}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn PLL.png|thumb|upright|Dawn in [[Pokémon Learning League]]]]
* On the [[Pokémon Learning League]] website, [[List of clothing in the anime|her clothing]] has been altered so that her white undershirt has sleeves and she is wearing black stockings or tights.
* Dawn's Japanese name is Hikari, and [[Zoey|her rival]]'s is Nozomi. The ''Hikari'' and the ''Nozomi'' are two Shinkansen "bullet train" lines. The Nozomi is faster than the Hikari, possibly symbolizing that Zoey is farther along in her coordinating skills than Dawn. It should also be noted that they go in opposite directions.
* All of Dawn's Normal-type Pokémon are female.
* When Dawn temporarily returned to the show in the {{series|Best Wishes}}, she returned for nine episodes. This was longer than both {{an|Misty}} and {{an|May}}, who only returned to the show for five episodes each; Misty's return was on two different occasions for a total of five.
** Dawn is also the only one of the three not to use a new outfit during her return.
* Dawn is Ash's only traveling companion to have met all three of his main rivals, having met {{Gary}} and [[Paul]] during her original run and having met [[Trip]] during her return.
* Dawn is the only [[Pokémon Coordinator]] in the anime to compete for the same {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]] twice.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{pearl color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{pearl color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| ヒカリ ''Hikari''
| From 光/ひかり ''hikari'', light or shine.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English
| Dawn
| May be a reference to ''Hikari''; dawn is the day's first light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Aurore
| From ''aurore'', dawn.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| German
| Lucia
| From Latin ''lux'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Lucinda
| From ''luce'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{tt|Spanish|Iberian}}
| Maya
| Maya can be a reference to the {{wp|Maya civilization}}, who worshiped sun.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 나빛나 ''Na Bit-Na''
| When read as a sentence, it means ''I shine''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小光 ''Xiǎo Guāng''
| From 光 ''hikari'', light. Can be taken as "young light".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小光{{tt|*|In the anime}} ''Síu Gwōng'' 光子{{tt|*|In the tenth movie}} ''Gwōngjí''
| From 光 ''hikari''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| ฮิคาริ ''Hikari''
| Same as her Japanese name.
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Dawn}}
* [[Dawn (game)]]

==On Bulbagarden forums==
* {{BMGF|14886|The Dawn Club}}

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Dawn (anime)

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`Dawn: /* In the Diamond & Pearl series */

{{CharInfobox|
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name=Dawn |
jname=ヒカリ |
tmname=Hikari |
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image=Dawn BW2.png |
size=130px |
caption=Art from {{series|Best Wishes}} |
age=yes |
years=10 (as of [[DP001|debut]]) |
colors=yes|
eyes=Dark Blue |
hair=Dark Blue |
gender=Female |
hometown=[[Twinleaf Town]] |
region=[[Sinnoh]] |
relatives=[[Johanna]] (mother) |
trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Coordinator}} |
game=counterpart |
counterpart={{ga|Dawn}}|
leader=no |
team=no |
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anime=yes |
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epname=Following A Maiden's Voyage! |
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'''Dawn''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリ''' ''Hikari'') is a ten-year-old [[Pokémon Coordinator]] and a former {{ashfr|traveling companion}} of {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}. Her goal is to become a great [[Pokémon Coordinator]] like her [[mom#In the anime|mother]], [[Johanna]]. Her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was a {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} that she received from [[Professor Rowan]] in the [[DP001|first ''Diamond & Pearl'' series episode]].

==History==
===In the ''Diamond & Pearl'' series===
[[File:Dawn_Anime.png|thumb|left|150px|Dawn in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Dawn began her [[Pokémon journey]] with an overconfident {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. She wasn't able to gain his trust at first, but after rescuing him from a group of {{p|Ariados}}, the two became friends. Unlike {{an|May}}, she knew from the beginning that she wanted to be a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. After meeting {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}, she decided to journey with them, as their experience would likely be helpful to her. Like Ash, she is lucky enough to have seen a [[legendary Pokémon]] at the start of her journey, the projected soul of {{p|Mesprit}} in ''[[DP001|Following A Maiden's Voyage!]]''.

[[File:DP001.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's debut appearance]]
She had a [[bicycle]], but like {{an|Misty}}'s and {{an|May}}'s bikes, [[Ash's Pikachu]] destroyed it with his {{m|Thunderbolt}}. However, she did not mention this to Ash until more than thirty episodes after it happened. She also had planned to take a large suitcase full of dresses with her, but her mother made her leave it at home due to its impracticality. She had a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]], and her Contest cry is "Spotlight!" (English) or "Charm up!" (Japanese). Johanna gave Dawn the first [[Ribbon]] she earned as a Coordinator for good luck.

Dawn lost her first {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]'' to her new [[rival]] Zoey, who became one of her close friends after the Contest and who later helped Dawn through many tough times. After her loss, her mother told her not to rely on her but on her friends. Eventually, in her [[DP027|second official Contest]], Dawn narrowly beat her childhood rival {{si|Kenny}} to gain her first [[Ribbon]].

[[File:DP012.png|thumb|200px|Dawn and Zoey]]
She later trains with Zoey in coming up with different Contest moves regularly as evidenced by ''[[DP041|A Stand-Up Sit-Down!]]''. However she was not able to perfect {{AP|Buizel}}'s [[Ash's Buizel#Moves improvised|Ice Aqua Jet]] despite coming up with the idea. Ash later accomplishes this in the [[Wallace Cup]].

Despite her confidence and Contest training, in ''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]'', when she competed in the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she lost in the Appeals Round, making her the first of the main characters to lose a Contest by losing in the first round. In ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', she lost the Appeals Round for the second time in a row. This marked a notable change in Dawn's character. After the second blow to her self-esteem, she didn't know what to do and was still very upset throughout ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''. After this, she became more focused and regained her confidence after {{pkmn|battle|battling}} [[Maylene]] in ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''. She also began to practice in earnest for all her Contest's [[appeal|performances]] and [[Contest Battle|battles]]. Following [[Zoey]]'s advice to show off the Pokémon and not its moves, Dawn was able to pass through the first round in the [[Wallace Cup]] and eventually break her losing streak by narrowly defeating {{an|May}} in the final round of the competition in ''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]''. Dawn has since maintained her new found focus and humility.

[[File:DP067.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's Gym battle]]
After learning of the next Contest in [[Celestic Town]], she became very dedicated in her training, and actually overworked her Pokémon in ''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!]]''. Due to her hard work, she managed to win the Contest in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''. One of Dawn's [[Contest combination|combinations]] in that Contest gave {{Ash}} the inspiration for one of his notable tactics which he uses later on, the [[Counter Shield]]. In ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'', her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} began to disobey her after [[Evolution|evolving]]. Despite this, she was still eager to train it well.

This was evidenced by how much she cared for Mamoswine in ''[[DP119|Trials and Adulations!]]'' when both of them got lost and Mamoswine was injured. Using the medical knowledge she got from {{an|Brock}} in ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', she was able to heal Mamoswine making it obey her. However it still rebels and disobeys Dawn in the finals of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success!]]'' due to its short temper making her lose the Contest. However she remains calm and optimistic.

Her encounter with {{an|Mesprit}} and Ash and Brock's encounters with {{an|Azelf}} and {{an|Uxie}} respectively was revealed to be fate as [[Team Galactic]] intended to capture the [[lake guardians]] to awaken {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} in the [[Spear Pillar]]. The lake guardians communicate telepathically with Ash, Dawn and Brock and teleport them to the [[Team Galactic HQ]]. Eventually with the help of [[Cynthia]], they foil Team Galactic's plans and free the lake guardians.

In ''[[DP155|Double-Time Battle Training!]]'', with the help of [[Candice]] and [[Zoey]], she comes up with a new tactic after many failed attempts, the Flame Ice. She uses this tactic later on in the [[Daybreak Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[File:Young Dawn.png|thumb|200px|Young Dawn]]
While she is the only female main character not to have a sibling, she has two childhood friends that appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}, {{si|Kenny}} and [[Leona]], both of whom call her '''Dee Dee''' (Japanese: '''ピカリ''' ''Pikari''). Dawn has prevented them from telling Ash and Brock about the reason why she has this nickname, but in ''[[DP161|Yes in Dee Dee, It's Dawn!]]'', it was revealed that the reason for the name was due to her hair glittering (ピカピカ ''pikapika'') after being shocked by the class pets in her kindergarten, {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}, making it appear that she had '''D'''iamond '''D'''andruff. Due to the trauma from being teased by her entire class with the nickname, she has a certain fear of Plusle and Minun.

[[Ursula]] uses this against Dawn by using Plusle and Minun and deliberately attempting to shock her hair. Even though Dawn temporarily succumbed to her trauma, with Mamoswine's and Cyndaquil's encouragement, she was able to get over her trauma and defeat Ursula, winning her final fifth Ribbon in the process as well as allowing her to participate in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

She later trains in ''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher!]]'' where she comes up with a new tactic for the [[Grand Festival]], the Ice Chandelier. This time, however, she is able to perfect the move by herself with some inspiration. After obtaining {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}}, she trains with it to find a way around Togekiss's need to move gracefully and is able to do so successfully.

[[File:Poffin.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's poffins]]
Dawn entered the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] in ''[[DP174|Last Call — First Round!]]'', using her Buneary and Cyndaquil in the Appeals Round. She progressed through the round and battled [[Ursula]] first in [[DP175|the next episode]]. With Mamoswine and Pachirisu and her new combination, the Ice Chandelier, she was able to defeat [[Ursula's Gabite]] and {{p|Flareon}}. In the [[DP176|following episode]], she defeated [[Jessie|Jessilina]] and progressed to the [[DP177|finals]] to fight [[Zoey]].

After a very close fight between her Piplup and Togekiss and [[Zoey's Glameow]] and {{p|Gallade}}, however, she lost. After the finals, she returns her mother's Ribbon saying that she no longer is in her mother's shadow and only needs her Pokémon's care and support thus proving her growth as a Trainer.

After the competition, Zoey told Dawn that [[Candice]] was throwing a victory party for her in [[Snowpoint City]] and that Dawn was also welcome; however, Dawn declined the invitation, stating that she still wants to support Ash in his upcoming battle at [[Sunyshore Gym]] and in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. She then thanked all the Pokémon that had traveled with her through Sinnoh for their hard work and pledged to not give up her dream of being a {{DL|Grand Festival|Top Coordinator}}.

[[File:Dawn Cheer.png|thumb|200px|Dawn in her cheerleader outfit]]
After staying for Ash's Gym battle and the [[Sinnoh League]], she contemplates whether or not to go with Ash and Brock back to [[Kanto]]. However after receiving an invitation by [[Paris]] for her {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, she decides to stay in [[Sinnoh]]. She and Ash later share a final high-five as they did throughout the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}} before Ash and Brock leave for Kanto.

After this, Dawn decided to spend some time at home before considering her next move and spent that time developing new Contest combinations. She also spent a lot of time working with Cyndaquil, and eventually decided to head for [[Hoenn]] next knowing that it was the region that Contests originated from and she was eager to hit the Contest trail again. However she was having trouble deciding which Pokémon to take with her and which to leave with [[Professor Rowan]]. Although she knew she would take Piplup, she couldn't decide on the others as she knew there was still a lot she could do with them. Eventually, after visiting Professor Rowan and having another incident with some {{p|Ariados}} (which caused Cyndaquil to [[Evolution|evolve]] into Quilava), Dawn decided to take all her Pokémon to [[Hoenn]] with her. Dawn soon left on her new adventure with her dream of becoming a Top Coordinator burning as bright as ever.
[[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:DP191.png|Dawn and Ash's final High Touch]]

===In the ''Best Wishes'' series===

In ''[[BW085|All for the Love of Meloetta!]]'', it was revealed that Dawn had traveled to the [[Unova]] region and was staying in [[Cynthia]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]] while the champion was visiting [[Virbank City]]. She would return with Ash who Dawn got to reunite with and was able to meet his new friends, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}. Before coming to [[Undella Town]], Dawn had visited [[Nimbasa City]] where she watched a [[Pokémon Musical]] and one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. She also revealed that she would enter the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]]. She would later make it to [[BW091|Round 2]] before losing to Iris.

Later, in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', she announced her intention to head to [[Johto]] to compete in the Wallace Cup being held there. After semi-battling Ash, and saying their farewells, she and Piplup boarded the flight to [[Blackthorn City]].

==Character==
[[File:Ash and Dawn Arguing.png|thumb|right|250px|Dawn's temper]]
Dawn is notable for her confidence, since she is always looking towards the future rather than dwelling on her mistakes, although she has learned that this is not always enough. In the Japanese version, her catchphrase is, "{{tt|Daijōbu!|'It's fine!' or 'Don't worry!'}}" Although not consistently translated in the English dub at first, she began to regularly use "No need to worry!". In stark contrast to {{an|May}}'s inexperience and self-doubt at the start of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Dawn was overly confident and assured in her own strength in the beginning.

Over the course of her journey in Sinnoh, Dawn was able to come up with various combinations to show up her Pokémon's looks and strength. This began with something as simple as making her Piplup's beak grow longer, when using {{m|Peck}}, a combination she used even until the end of the Grand Festival. She later followed with simple spinning, a technique her Piplup and Buneary practiced for a while in [[Oreburgh City]]. The way it was used was adapted by Ash in his first Gym battle in Sinnoh.

[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|left|250px|Dawn in her winter clothes]]
Later on, Dawn began with more complex combinations, such as Flame Ice and Ice Chandelier, moves that were both powerful and beautiful. After a lot of practice, Dawn's Pokémon were able to master these combinations in battle. Coincidentally, both of these were used to defeat [[Ursula]].

Dawn is very different than Ash's {{ashfr|other friends}}. Dawn has more concern about her appearance, as she will not show herself to Ash or Brock until she feels that her appearance is perfect. That may be a reason why she decides to sleep inside a tent while the others sleep outside. However, she has recently been seen sleeping outside with the others, such as in ''[[DP053|Tears for Fears!]]''. Every time she's going to be on camera, she needs to take a moment to brush her hair before going on, such as in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''.

In ''[[DP070|The Bells Are Singing!]]'', Dawn revealed that she was the one to design {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest (but also admitted that her mother was the one to sew it). In ''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'', she demonstrated her talent for designing again, sketching many different dresses for the [[Hearthome Collection]], though she rejected all of them.
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==Pokémon==
[[File:Dawn Party.png‎|thumb|250px|Dawn's current party]]
Since obtaining her first [[Pokémon]], the Pokémon that Dawn acquired tends to be cute and small like her starter, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.

Because of her lack of experience, she may have some rough spots on how to deal with her Pokémon properly, as seen when she bickers with Piplup sometimes. This lack of experience also reflects with her Pachirisu and Mamoswine. Pachirisu occasionally hits unwanted targets with its {{m|Discharge}} while Mamoswine may easily be angered and disobey Dawn in the process. Despite all these issues she faces some times, Dawn still deeply cares for all her Pokémon, especially her starter, Piplup.

As a Coordinator who is willing to win the Grand Festival, Dawn has trained her Pokémon in the art of Appeals, as well as battles. She is able to fully utilize her Pokémon's capabilities. A commonly-seen example would be her Buneary's capability to use {{m|Ice Beam}}, which was used in various ways in the Contests Dawn participated in. She was also able to use her Togekiss in the finals of the Grand Festival to help her almost defeat Zoey, despite the lack of experience with it when compared to her other Pokémon, most especially Piplup, who was also used in the finals.

This listing is of Dawn's [[Pokémon]] as of the most recent Japanese episode:

===On hand===
This section is for the Pokémon that Dawn has in her current [[party]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup.png|water}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary.png|normal}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu.png|electric}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine.png|ice|ground|fir=Swinub|mid=Piloswine}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Quilava|Dawn Quilava.png|fire|fir=Egg|mid=Cyndaquil}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Togekiss|Dawn Togekiss.png|Normal|Flying}} ♀
|}

===In training===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn still owns but were given to another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]] to take care of.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom.png|normal|fir=Aipom|size=190px}} ♀
|
|
|
|}

===Traded away===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Dawn and Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|
|
|
|}

===Temporary===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn temporarily used. Most of them are rental and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Dawn Pikachu.png
|epnum=DP002
|epname=Two Degrees of Separation
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=When Dawn rescued Pikachu from Team Rocket, after trying to capture him thinking he was a wild Pokémon, she looked after Pikachu until returning to Ash in [[DP003|the next episode]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Brock
|pkmn=Croagunk
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Dawn Croagunk.png
|epnum=DP046
|epname=A Maze-ing Race!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=After the group got separated by {{p|Graveler}} and {{p|Golem}} using {{m|Rollout}}, Croagunk ended up going with Dawn while they were stuck in a maze looking for Ash and Brock. When the group found each other on two sides of a maze wall, Croagunk, along with the other Pokémon, were commanded to break a hole on one side of the wall.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Dawn Grimer.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=Dawn trained this {{p|Grimer}} during the first day of the summer school academy. It was used in a battle against a {{p|Venonat}} trained by [[Conway]]. During the battle, it used a [[Counter Shield]] that Dawn had taught it.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Poison Gas}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}, {{m|Sludge}} and {{m|Gunk Shot}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Dodrio
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Dawn Dodrio.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Dodrio}} in the first leg of the triathlon.

None of Dodrio's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Sharpedo
|type1=Water
|img=Conway Floatzel.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Sharpedo}} in the second leg of the triathlon.

None of Sharpedo's moves are known.}}

==Contests==
===Ribbons obtained===
[[File:Dawn 4 ribbons.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's Ribbons as of ''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'']]

====[[Sinnoh]] Ribbons====
* {{to|Floaroma}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]'')
* {{DL|Ribbon|Aqua Ribbon}} (''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'')
* {{to|Celestic}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]'')
* {{to|Chocovine}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'')
* {{to|Daybreak}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]'')

===Outfits===
* [[List of clothing in the anime#Dawn|Dawn's different outfits seen in the anime]]

==Achievements==
* Unofficial Contest - runner-up (''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]'')
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] - runner-up (with [[Conway]]) (''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'')
* [[Hearthome Collection]] - winner (''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'')
* [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] - top 4 (''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'')
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament - N/A (''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]'')
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] - runner-up (''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]'')
* [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] - top 8 (''[[BW091|Battling Authority Once Again!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{pearl color}}|bordercolor={{pearl color light}}
|ja=豊口めぐみ ''[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]''
|en=[[Emily Jenness]]
|zh_cmn=林美秀 ''Lín Měixiù'' (Taiwan)
|cs=Rosita Erbanová
|nl=Meghna Kumar
|fi=Mirjami Heikkinen
|fr_eu=Alexandra Corréa
|el=Στέλλα Μπονάτσου ''Stella Bonatsou''
|de=Jana Julie
|he=טליה ברקאי ''Talia Barkai''
|id=Dewi Arifiani ({{series|DP}}, [[M10]]-[[M13]]) Diah Sekartadji Wulandari ([[DP146]]-[[DP148]], [[DP176]]-[[DP178]])
|it=Tosawi Piovani ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]]) Ludovica De Caro ([[DP105]]-present)
|ko=정미숙 ''Chong Mi-Suk''
|no=Eline Høyer
|pl=Magdalena Krylik ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Beata Wyrąbkiewicz ([[DP053]]-present)
|pt_br=Fernanda Bulara
|pt_eu=Raquel Ferreira ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Joana Carvalho ([[DP053]]-present, all movies)
|ru=Анастасия Фомичева ''Anastasia Fomicheva'' ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Ольга Шорохова ''Olga Shorohova'' ([[DP105]]-present)
|es_eu=Mar Bordallo
|es_la=Gaby Ugarte ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]], [[DP158]]-[[DP191]]) Leyla Rangel ([[DP105]]-[[DP157]], [[BW085]]-[[BW093]])
|th=ศันสนีย์ วัฒนานุหม่อมชั้น'' Sansanee Watthananumomchan''
|da=Annevig Schelde Ebbe
}}

==In the manga==
===In movie manga adaptations===
[[File:DP series trio.png|thumb|250px|Dawn, Ash, and Brock in the manga]]

Dawn appears in the manga adaptations of ''{{ma|The Rise of Darkrai}}'', ''{{ma|Giratina and the Sky Warrior}}'', ''{{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}'', and ''{{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions}}''. Her team is the same in these manga adaptations.

===In the Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl manga===
Dawn and her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} appear as main characters alongside {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} in the {{pkmn|manga}} series {{OBP|Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl|Sakai Takayuki}}, an adaptation of the anime set in the timeline of the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}.

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Dawn or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Dawn's Pokémon|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Piplup M (Movie Random Pack Promo 7)|Piplup]] {{SP|M}}|type=Water|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=007/022}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Buneary M (Movie Random Pack Promo 19)|Buneary]] {{SP|M}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=019/022}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn PLL.png|thumb|upright|Dawn in [[Pokémon Learning League]]]]
* On the [[Pokémon Learning League]] website, [[List of clothing in the anime|her clothing]] has been altered so that her white undershirt has sleeves and she is wearing black stockings or tights.
* Dawn's Japanese name is Hikari, and [[Zoey|her rival]]'s is Nozomi. The ''Hikari'' and the ''Nozomi'' are two Shinkansen "bullet train" lines. The Nozomi is faster than the Hikari, possibly symbolizing that Zoey is farther along in her coordinating skills than Dawn. It should also be noted that they go in opposite directions.
* All of Dawn's Normal-type Pokémon are female.
* When Dawn temporarily returned to the show in the {{series|Best Wishes}}, she returned for nine episodes. This was longer than both {{an|Misty}} and {{an|May}}, who only returned to the show for five episodes each; Misty's return was on two different occasions for a total of five.
** Dawn is also the only one of the three not to use a new outfit during her return.
* Dawn is Ash's only traveling companion to have met all three of his main rivals, having met {{Gary}} and [[Paul]] during her original run and having met [[Trip]] during her return.
* Dawn is the only [[Pokémon Coordinator]] in the anime to compete for the same {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]] twice.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{pearl color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{pearl color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| ヒカリ ''Hikari''
| From 光/ひかり ''hikari'', light or shine.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English
| Dawn
| May be a reference to ''Hikari''; dawn is the day's first light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Aurore
| From ''aurore'', dawn.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| German
| Lucia
| From Latin ''lux'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Lucinda
| From ''luce'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{tt|Spanish|Iberian}}
| Maya
| Maya can be a reference to the {{wp|Maya civilization}}, who worshiped sun.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 나빛나 ''Na Bit-Na''
| When read as a sentence, it means ''I shine''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小光 ''Xiǎo Guāng''
| From 光 ''hikari'', light. Can be taken as "young light".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小光{{tt|*|In the anime}} ''Síu Gwōng'' 光子{{tt|*|In the tenth movie}} ''Gwōngjí''
| From 光 ''hikari''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| ฮิคาริ ''Hikari''
| Same as her Japanese name.
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Dawn}}
* [[Dawn (game)]]

==On Bulbagarden forums==
* {{BMGF|14886|The Dawn Club}}

{{Dawn's Pokémon}}
{{Coordinators}} 
{{Animecharacters|Pearl}} 
{{Project Anime notice|no}}

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'''Crossing the Battle Line!''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリはじめてのジムバトル！！''' ''{{tt|Hikari|Dawn}}'s First Gym Battle!!'') is the 67th episode of {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, and the 533rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on February 14, 2008 and in the United States on July 26, 2008.
{{spoilers}}

==Synopsis==
After the events of [[DP066|the previous episode]], {{an|Dawn}} announces her plan to have a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|Battle}} with [[Maylene]], but Maylene asks to postpone until the next day for preparation. While {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} {{pkmn|training|trains}} with {{AP|Buizel}}, [[Reggie]] calls to {{Ash}} to train as well. {{an|Brock}} asks about Dawn’s strategy for the battle. Dawn decides to use Piplup since it knows {{m|Peck}}, {{TP|Dawn|Ambipom}} for her prior battle [[experience]] and {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s {{m|Bounce}}. Reggie's {{p|Staraptor}} demonstrates {{m|Brave Bird}}, smashing a rock top to pieces. Staraptor takes some damage, something Reggie points out. While {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}} munches on a [[Berry]], {{AP|Staravia}} makes its first Brave Bird attempt, but it comes apart mid-flight and Staravia crashes to the ground. Ash tends to Staravia as Reggie notes that a moving target would be much better for Staravia’s concentration. Ash volunteers to be the target despite the danger. Staravia makes another attempt as Ash runs, eventually dodging the attack and giving Staravia its first successful attempt.

Ash continues to train with Staravia, inspiring Dawn to train more as well as shocking Electabuzz. Reggie mentions to {{an|Brock}} that Ash is the opposite of [[Paul]] in terms of training, being more involved. He also asks about Dawn’s intention to battle Maylene as her {{pkmn|Contest}} background makes it difficult for Reggie to believe. Brock notes that it is to help Maylene's confidence as well as her own. In the {{gy|Veilstone|Gym}}, Maylene tries to Meditate, but her stomach rumbles, angering {{TP|Maylene|Lucario}}, but she mentions that she is training seriously and asks [[Connally]] to be the referee. {{TRT}} wants to steal Lucario, but [[Jessie]] notes Lucario’s power, preferring to take one of Maylene's other {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} instead. During the night, Ash and Dawn check on their training progress, which is going well for both. Dawn is nervous about the Gym Battle, which Ash sympathizes, something he felt many times before. Brock mentions his experience at {{gy|Pewter}} and how he learned from other challengers, which could allow Maylene to learn as well.

The next day, Team Rocket stakes out the Gym with cameras as they notice Ash and his friends arriving. When Dawn announces her challenge intention loudly, Team Rocket is also stunned at her challenging the Gym. Dawn and Maylene take positions as Reggie, Ash and Brock watch. The battle is set for three-on three with only Dawn being allowed to switch Pokémon during the battle. Maylene sends out {{p|Meditite}} first as Dawn checks her [[Pokédex]]. They notice Dawn's tension causing her to hesitate, but Ash shouts inspirational words, getting both of them relaxed and Dawn summons Buneary first. Buneary jumps rapidly as the duel begins. Buneary goes first with Bounce, jumping and coming down, but Meditite uses {{m|Detect}}, dodging the attack. Meditite uses {{m|Drain Punch}}, everyone noticing Maylene mimicking her Pokémon’s movements and demonstrating synchronization. Despite a spin-dodge, Buneary takes a severe hit. Buneary struggles to get up as they notice Dawn's lack of battling experience. Buneary fires {{m|Ice Beam}}, {{status|freeze|freezing}} Meditite solid. Buneary charges, but Meditite uses {{m|Confusion}} to break from the ice and send ice shards at Buneary, which the Pokémon dodges. Another Confusion sends Buneary into the air and tosses the Pokémon down to the ground, but Buneary uses its flexible ears to soften the impact and go right into a Bounce attack. Meditite counters with Drain Punch, both attacks connecting and causing an explosion. Both Pokémon are shaken, but Buneary took too much damage, its legs buckling before falling down, [[fainting|knocked out]]. Lucario notices Maylene's improved attitude as Dawn summons Ambipom. Ambipom fires {{m|Swift}}, coming around in a circle and hitting Meditite from all angles, similar to a Contest-style move. Meditite uses Drain Punch as Ambipom blocks with one of her tails before using {{m|Double Hit}} to knock out Meditite.

Maylene smiles as she notices Dawn's approach is similar to a Contest. She summons Lucario to the field, the Pokémon ready to battle. Everyone notices Lucario’s improved attitude towards Maylene as her confidence grows. She tells Lucario to not let Dawn's Contest-style tactics confuse it. Ambipom uses Double Hit as Lucario uses {{m|Bone Rush}} to block both strikes and toss Ambipom against the edge of the battlefield, knocking her out. They notice Lucario’s stylish movements as Dawn summons Piplup as her final. Piplup fires {{m|BubbleBeam}} as Lucario dodges and fires {{m|Aura Sphere}}. The attack hits Piplup directly and tosses the Pokémon around, but it recovers. Piplup uses {{m|Whirlpool}} to trap Lucario in it before coming down the side with Peck. Everyone notes Dawn's Contest approach covering up the poor [[type]] [[Damage modification|match-up]]. Lucario uses {{m|Metal Claw}} to break the Whirlpool. Reggie notes Dawn's Contest approach awakening Maylene’s battle spirit. Piplup fires BubbleBeam as Lucario charges forward and grabs Piplup with one palm before using {{m|Force Palm}} to toss Piplup back, {{status|paralysis|paralyzed}}. Watching from a camera, Team Rocket decides to go back to the original plan and try to steal Lucario. Piplup breaks the paralysis effect as Maylene and Lucario are both energized. Lucario fires Aura Sphere again as Piplup breaks it with Peck and lands a hit, tossing Lucario back but not critically wounding the Pokémon. Lucario fires Aura Sphere again as Piplup blocks with BubbleBeam, negating the attack and creating a smoke screen. Piplup charges into the smoke with Peck, but Lucario is not where Piplup expected. Lucario comes down from above with Force Palm, creating a massive explosion. When the dust clears, Lucario removes its palm from Piplup’s head, leaving the Pokémon knocked out and giving the match to Maylene. Everyone commends Dawn’s first battle and how Maylene has a much stronger spirit now. Ash compliments Dawn and is excited for his match against Maylene. Maylene thanks Dawn for helping her recover as Maylene prepares for her battle against Ash.

==Major events==
* [[Ash's Staravia]] begins to learn {{m|Brave Bird}} with the aid of [[Reggie]] and his {{p|Staraptor}}.
* {{an|Dawn}} has a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|Battle}} with [[Maylene]] and loses, resulting in both Maylene's and {{an|Dawn}}'s confidence being restored.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* [[Reggie]]
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Maylene]]
* [[Connally]]
* Gym disciples

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Turtwig}} ({{OP|Ash|Turtwig}})
* {{p|Staravia}} ({{OP|Ash|Staravia}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Gligar}} ({{OP|Ash|Gligar}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Ambipom}} ({{OP|Dawn|Ambipom}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Lucario}} ({{OP|Maylene|Lucario}})
* {{p|Meditite}} ([[Maylene]]'s)
* {{p|Electabuzz}} ({{OP|Paul|Electabuzz}})
* {{p|Staraptor}} ([[Reggie]]'s)

==Trivia==
* ''[[Challenger!!]]'' can be heard when {{Ash}} is teaching {{AP|Staravia}} {{m|Brave Bird}}.
* Music from ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' can be heard during {{an|Dawn}}'s battle.
* This marks the first time a main character other than Ash competed for a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. Coincidentally, ''[[BW067|Cilan Takes Flight!]]'', also the sixty-seventh episode of a series, also features a main character other than Ash battling a female [[Gym Leader]].
* [[Professor Oak's lecture|Professor Oak's Pokémon lecture]]: {{AP|Ash's Chimchar|Monferno}}
* The dub title is a play off the saying "Crossing the line".
* Team Rocket doesn't blast off or recite their {{motto}} in this episode.

===Errors===
* When Ash and Dawn are talking on the balcony, and the camera switches to {{an|Brock}}'s {{TP|Brock|Happiny}}, her outgrowth on top is missing.
* When Dawn is battling Maylene, she says that her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}'s {{m|Peck}} attack is super effective against {{TP|Maylene|Lucario}}. However, Peck would only deal neutral damage due to {{p|Lucario}} being part {{type|Steel}}.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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Dawn (anime)

2013-03-18T13:26:13Z

`Dawn: /* In the Diamond & Pearl series */

{{CharInfobox|
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corecolor={{pearl color light}} |
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name=Dawn |
jname=ヒカリ |
tmname=Hikari |
slogan=no |
image=Dawn BW2.png |
size=130px |
caption=Art from {{series|Best Wishes}} |
age=yes |
years=10 (as of [[DP001|debut]]) |
colors=yes|
eyes=Dark Blue |
hair=Dark Blue |
gender=Female |
hometown=[[Twinleaf Town]] |
region=[[Sinnoh]] |
relatives=[[Johanna]] (mother) |
trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Coordinator}} |
game=counterpart |
counterpart={{ga|Dawn}}|
leader=no |
team=no |
brain=no |
anime=yes |
epnum=DP001 |
epname=Following A Maiden's Voyage! |
enva=[[Emily Jenness]]|
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'''Dawn''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリ''' ''Hikari'') is a ten-year-old [[Pokémon Coordinator]] and a former {{ashfr|traveling companion}} of {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}. Her goal is to become a great [[Pokémon Coordinator]] like her [[mom#In the anime|mother]], [[Johanna]]. Her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was a {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} that she received from [[Professor Rowan]] in the [[DP001|first ''Diamond & Pearl'' series episode]].

==History==
===In the ''Diamond & Pearl'' series===
[[File:Dawn_Anime.png|thumb|left|150px|Dawn in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Dawn began her journey with her Piplup after bonding with it. She too like {{Ash}}, wasn't at first able to gain the trust of her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]], {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. But soon after rescuing piplup from a group of {{p|Ariados}}, piplup and she became friends. Unlike {{an|May}}, she knew from the beginning that she wanted to be a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. After meeting Ash and Brock, she decided to journey with them, as their experience would likely be helpful to her. Like Ash, she is lucky enough to have seen a [[legendary Pokémon]] at the start of her journey, the projected soul of {{p|Mesprit}} in ''[[DP001|Following A Maiden's Voyage!]]''.

[[File:DP001.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's debut appearance]]
She had a [[bicycle]], but like {{an|Misty}}'s and {{an|May}}'s bikes, [[Ash's Pikachu]] destroyed it with its {{m|Thunderbolt}}. However, she did not mention this to Ash until more than 30 episodes after it happened. She also had planned to take a large suitcase full of dresses with her, but her mother made her leave it at home due to its impracticality. She had a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] region, and her Contest cry is "Spotlight!" (English) or "Charm up!" (Japanese). Johanna gave Dawn the first [[Ribbon]] she earned as a Coordinator for good luck.

Dawn lost her first {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]'' to her new [[rival]], Zoey who became one of her close friends after the Contest and who later helps Dawn through many tough times. After her loss, her mother told her not to rely on her but on her friends. Eventually, in her [[DP027|second official Contest]], Dawn narrowly beat her childhood rival {{si|Kenny}} to gain her first [[Ribbon]].

[[File:DP012.png|thumb|200px|Dawn and Zoey]]
She later trains with Zoey in coming up with different Contest moves regularly as evidenced by ''[[DP041|A Stand-Up Sit-Down!]]''. However she was not able to perfect {{AP|Buizel}}'s [[Ash's Buizel#Moves improvised|Ice Aqua Jet]] despite coming up with the idea. Ash later accomplishes this in the [[Wallace Cup]].

Despite her confidence and Contest training, in ''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]'', when she competed in the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she lost in the Appeal Round, making her the first of the main characters to lose a Contest by losing in the appeal round. In ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', she lost the Appeal Round for the second time in a row. This marked a notable change in Dawn's character. After the second blow to her self-esteem, she didn't know what to do and was still very upset throughout ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''. After this, she became more focused and regained her confidence after {{pkmn|battle|battling}} [[Maylene]] in ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''. Following [[Zoey]]'s advise to show of the pokemon and not it's move, Dawn passes through the first round in the [[Wallace Cup]]. She began to practice in earnest and eventually was able to break her losing streak in ''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]'' and was able to win the [[Wallace Cup]] after narrowly defeating {{an|May}} in the final round. Dawn has since maintained her new found focus and humility.

[[File:DP067.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's Gym battle]]
After learning of the next Contest in [[Celestic Town]], she became very dedicated in her training, and actually overworked her Pokémon in ''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!]]''. Due to her hard work, she managed to win the Contest in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''. One of Dawn's combinations in that Contest gave {{Ash}} the inspiration for one of his notable tactic which he uses later on, the [[Counter Shield]]. In ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'', her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} began to disobey her after [[Evolution|evolving]]. Despite this, she was still eager to train it well.

This was evidenced by how much she cared for Mamoswine in ''[[DP119|Trials and Adulations!]]'' when both of them got lost and Mamoswine was injured. Using the medical knowledge she got from {{an|Brock}} in ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', she was able to heal Mamoswine making it obey her. However it still rebels and disobeys Dawn in the finals of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success! ]]'' due to its short temper making her lose the Contest. However she remains calm and remains optimistic.

Her encounter with {{an|Mesprit}} and Ash and Brock's encounters with {{an|Azelf}} and {{an|Uxie}} respectively was revealed to be fate as [[Team Galactic]] intended to capture the [[lake guardians]] to awaken {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} in the [[Spear Pillar]]. The lake guardians communicate telepathically with Ash, Dawn and Brock and teleport them to the [[Team Galactic HQ]]. Eventually with the help of [[Cynthia]], they foil Team Galactic's plans and free the lake guardians.

With the help of [[Candice]] and [[Zoey]], after many failed attempts, she comes up with a new tactic, the Flame Ice. She uses this tactic later on in the [[Daybreak Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[File:Young Dawn.png|thumb|200px|Young Dawn]]
While she is the only female main character not to have a sibling, she has two childhood friends that appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}, {{si|Kenny}} and [[Leona]], both of whom call her '''Dee Dee''' (Japanese: '''ピカリ''' ''Pikari'').
Dawn has prevented them from telling Ash and Brock about the reason why she has this nickname, but in ''[[DP161|Yes in Dee Dee, It's Dawn!]]'', it was revealed that the reason for the name was due to her hair glittering (ピカピカ ''pikapika'') after being shocked by the class pets in her kindergarten, {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}, making it appear that she had '''D'''iamond '''D'''andruff. Due to the trauma from being teased by her entire class with the nickname, she has a certain fear of Plusle and Minun.

[[Ursula]] uses this against Dawn by using Plusle and Minun and deliberately attempting to shock her hair. Even though Dawn temporarily succumbed to her trauma, with Mamoswine's and Cyndaquil's encouragement, she was able to get over her trauma and defeat Ursula and winning her final fifth Ribbon in the process as well allowing her to participate in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

She later trains in ''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher!]]'' where she comes up with a new tactic, the Ice Chandelier for the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]]. This time, however, she is able to perfect the move by herself with some inspiration. After obtaining {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}}, she trains with it to find a way around Togekiss's need to move gracefully and is able to do so successfully.

[[File:Poffin.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's poffins]]
Dawn entered the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]'', using her Buneary and Cyndaquil in the Appeals Round. She progressed through the round and battled [[Ursula]] first in [[DP175|the next episode]]. With Mamoswine and Pachirisu and her new combination, the Ice Chandelier, she was able to defeat Ursula's {{p|Gabite}} and {{p|Flareon}}. [[DP176|The following episode]], she defeated [[Jessie|Jessilina]] and progressed to the [[DP177|finals]] to fight [[Zoey]].

After a very close fight between her Piplup and Togekiss and [[Zoey's Glameow]] and {{p|Gallade}}, however, she lost. After the finals, she returns her mother's Ribbon saying that she no longer is in her mother's shadow and only needs her Pokémon's care and support thus proving her growth as a Trainer.

After the competition, Zoey told Dawn that [[Candice]] was throwing a victory party for her in [[Snowpoint City]] and that Dawn was also welcome; however, Dawn declined the invitation, stating that she still wants to support Ash in his upcoming battle at [[Sunyshore Gym]] and in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. She then thanked all the Pokémon that had traveled with her through Sinnoh for their hard work and pledged to not give up her dream of being a Top Coordinator.

[[File:Dawn Cheer.png|thumb|200px|Dawn in her cheerleader outfit]]
After staying for Ash's Gym battle and the Sinnoh league, she contemplates whether or not to go with Ash and Brock back to [[Kanto]]. However after receiving an invitation by [[Paris]] for her {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, she decides to stay in [[Sinnoh]]. She and Ash later share a final high-five as they did throughout the [[Diamond & Pearl series]] before Ash and Brock leave for Kanto.

After this, Dawn decided to spend some time at home before considering her next move and spent that time developing new Contest combinations. She also spent a lot of time working with Cyndaquil, and eventually decided to head for [[Hoenn]] next knowing that it was the region that Contests originated from and she was eager to hit the Contest trail again. However she was having trouble deciding which Pokémon to take with her and which to leave with [[Professor Rowan]]. Although she knew she would take Piplup, she couldn't decide on the others as she knew there was still a lot she could do with them. Eventually, after visiting Professor Rowan and having another incident with some {{p|Ariados}} (which caused Cyndaquil to [[Evolution|evolve]] into Quilava), Dawn decided to take all her Pokémon to [[Hoenn]] with her. Dawn soon left on her new adventure with her dream of becoming a Top Coordinator burning as bright as ever.

===In the ''Best Wishes'' series===

In ''[[BW085|All for the Love of Meloetta!]]'', it was revealed that Dawn had traveled to the [[Unova]] region and was staying in [[Cynthia]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]] while the champion was visiting [[Virbank City]]. She would return with Ash who Dawn got to reunite with and was able to meet his new friends, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}. Before coming to [[Undella Town]], Dawn had visited [[Nimbasa City]] where she watched a [[Pokémon Musical]] and one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. She also revealed that she would enter the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]]. She would later make it to [[BW091|Round 2]] before losing to Iris.

Later, in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', she announced her intention to head to [[Johto]] to compete in the Wallace Cup being held there. After semi-battling Ash, and saying their farewells, she and Piplup boarded the flight to [[Blackthorn City]].

==Character==
[[File:Ash and Dawn Arguing.png|thumb|right|250px|Dawn's temper]]
Dawn is notable for her confidence, since she is always looking towards the future rather than dwelling on her mistakes, although she has learned that this is not always enough. In the Japanese version, her catchphrase is, "{{tt|Daijōbu!|'It's fine!' or 'Don't worry!'}}" Although not consistently translated in the English dub at first, she began to regularly use "No need to worry!". In stark contrast to {{an|May}}'s inexperience and self-doubt at the start of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Dawn was overly confident and assured in her own strength in the beginning.

Over the course of her journey in Sinnoh, Dawn was able to come up with various combinations to show up her Pokémon's looks and strength. This began with something as simple as making her Piplup's beak grow longer, when using {{m|Peck}}, a combination she used even until the end of the Grand Festival. She later followed with simple spinning, a technique her Piplup and Buneary practiced for a while in [[Oreburgh City]]. The way it was used was adapted by Ash in his first Gym battle in Sinnoh.

[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|left|250px|Dawn in her winter clothes]]
Later on, Dawn began with more complex combinations, such as Flame Ice and Ice Chandelier, moves that were both powerful and beautiful. After a lot of practice, Dawn's Pokémon were able to master these combinations in battle. Coincidentally, both of these were used to defeat [[Ursula]].

Dawn is very different than Ash's {{ashfr|other friends}}. Dawn has more concern about her appearance, as she will not show herself to Ash or Brock until she feels that her appearance is perfect. That may be a reason why she decides to sleep inside a tent while the others sleep outside. However, she has recently been seen sleeping outside with the others, such as in ''[[DP053|Tears for Fears!]]''. Every time she's going to be on camera, she needs to take a moment to brush her hair before going on, such as in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''.

In ''[[DP070|The Bells Are Singing!]]'', Dawn revealed that she was the one to design {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest (but also admitted that her mother was the one to sew it). In ''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'', she demonstrated her talent for designing again, sketching many different dresses for the [[Hearthome Collection]], though she rejected all of them.
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==Pokémon==
[[File:Dawn Party.png‎|thumb|250px|Dawn's current party]]
Since obtaining her first [[Pokémon]], the Pokémon that Dawn acquired tends to be cute and small like her starter, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.

Because of her lack of experience, she may have some rough spots on how to deal with her Pokémon properly, as seen when she bickers with Piplup sometimes. This lack of experience also reflects with her Pachirisu and Mamoswine. Pachirisu occasionally hits unwanted targets with its {{m|Discharge}} while Mamoswine may easily be angered and disobey Dawn in the process. Despite all these issues she faces some times, Dawn still deeply cares for all her Pokémon, especially her starter, Piplup.

As a Coordinator who is willing to win the Grand Festival, Dawn has trained her Pokémon in the art of Appeals, as well as battles. She is able to fully utilize her Pokémon's capabilities. A commonly-seen example would be her Buneary's capability to use {{m|Ice Beam}}, which was used in various ways in the Contests Dawn participated in. She was also able to use her Togekiss in the finals of the Grand Festival to help her almost defeat Zoey, despite the lack of experience with it when compared to her other Pokémon, most especially Piplup, who was also used in the finals.

This listing is of Dawn's [[Pokémon]] as of the most recent Japanese episode:

===On hand===
This section is for the Pokémon that Dawn has in her current [[party]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup.png|water}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary.png|normal}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu.png|electric}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine.png|ice|ground|fir=Swinub|mid=Piloswine}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Quilava|Dawn Quilava.png|fire|fir=Egg|mid=Cyndaquil}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Togekiss|Dawn Togekiss.png|Normal|Flying}} ♀
|}

===In training===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn still owns but were given to another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]] to take care of.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom.png|normal|fir=Aipom|size=190px}} ♀
|
|
|
|}

===Traded away===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Dawn and Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|
|
|
|}

===Temporary===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn temporarily used. Most of them are rental and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Dawn Pikachu.png
|epnum=DP002
|epname=Two Degrees of Separation
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=When Dawn rescued Pikachu from Team Rocket, after trying to capture him thinking he was a wild Pokémon, she looked after Pikachu until returning to Ash in [[DP003|the next episode]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Brock
|pkmn=Croagunk
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Dawn Croagunk.png
|epnum=DP046
|epname=A Maze-ing Race!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=After the group got separated by {{p|Graveler}} and {{p|Golem}} using {{m|Rollout}}, Croagunk ended up going with Dawn while they were stuck in a maze looking for Ash and Brock. When the group found each other on two sides of a maze wall, Croagunk, along with the other Pokémon, were commanded to break a hole on one side of the wall.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Dawn Grimer.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=Dawn trained this {{p|Grimer}} during the first day of the summer school academy. It was used in a battle against a {{p|Venonat}} trained by [[Conway]]. During the battle, it used a [[Counter Shield]] that Dawn had taught it.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Poison Gas}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}, {{m|Sludge}} and {{m|Gunk Shot}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Dodrio
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Dawn Dodrio.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Dodrio}} in the first leg of the triathlon.

None of Dodrio's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Sharpedo
|type1=Water
|img=Conway Floatzel.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Sharpedo}} in the second leg of the triathlon.

None of Sharpedo's moves are known.}}

==Contests==
===Ribbons obtained===
[[File:Dawn 4 ribbons.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's Ribbons as of ''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'']]

====[[Sinnoh]] Ribbons====
* {{to|Floaroma}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]'')
* {{DL|Ribbon|Aqua Ribbon}} (''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'')
* {{to|Celestic}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]'')
* {{to|Chocovine}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'')
* {{to|Daybreak}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]'')

===Outfits===
* [[List of clothing in the anime#Dawn|Dawn's different outfits seen in the anime]]

==Achievements==
* Unofficial Contest - runner-up (''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]'')
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] - runner-up (with [[Conway]]) (''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'')
* [[Hearthome Collection]] - winner (''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'')
* [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] - top 4 (''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'')
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament - N/A (''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]'')
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] - runner-up (''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]'')
* [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] - top 8 (''[[BW091|Battling Authority Once Again!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{pearl color}}|bordercolor={{pearl color light}}
|ja=豊口めぐみ ''[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]''
|en=[[Emily Jenness]]
|zh_cmn=林美秀 ''Lín Měixiù'' (Taiwan)
|cs=Rosita Erbanová
|nl=Meghna Kumar
|fi=Mirjami Heikkinen
|fr_eu=Alexandra Corréa
|el=Στέλλα Μπονάτσου ''Stella Bonatsou''
|de=Jana Julie
|he=טליה ברקאי ''Talia Barkai''
|id=Dewi Arifiani ([[DP001]]-[[DP145]], [[DP149]]-[[DP175]], [[DP179]]-present) Diah Sekartadji Wulandari ([[DP146]]-[[DP148]], [[DP176]]-[[DP178]])
|it=Tosawi Piovani ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]]) Ludovica De Caro ([[DP105]]-present)
|ko=정미숙 ''Chong Mi-Suk''
|no=Eline Høyer
|pl=Magdalena Krylik ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Beata Wyrąbkiewicz ([[DP053]]-present)
|pt_br=Fernanda Bulara
|pt_eu=Raquel Ferreira ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Joana Carvalho ([[DP053]]-present, all movies)
|ru=Анастасия Фомичева ''Anastasia Fomicheva'' ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Ольга Шорохова ''Olga Shorohova'' ([[DP105]]-present)
|es_eu=Mar Bordallo
|es_la=Gaby Ugarte ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]], [[DP158]]-[[DP191]]) Leyla Rangel ([[DP105]]-[[DP157]], [[BW085]]-present)
|th=ศันสนีย์ วัฒนานุหม่อมชั้น'' Sansanee Watthananumomchan''
|da=Annevig Schelde Ebbe
}}

==In the manga==
[[File:DP series trio.png|thumb|250px|Dawn, Ash, and Brock in the manga]]

Dawn appears in the manga adaptations of ''{{ma|The Rise of Darkrai}}'', ''{{ma|Giratina and the Sky Warrior}}'', ''{{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}'', and ''{{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions}}''. Her team is the same in these manga adaptations.

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Dawn or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Dawn's Pokémon|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Piplup M (Movie Random Pack Promo 7)|Piplup]] {{SP|M}}|type=Water|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=007/022}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Buneary M (Movie Random Pack Promo 19)|Buneary]] {{SP|M}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=019/022}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn PLL.png|thumb|upright|Dawn in [[Pokémon Learning League]]]]
* On the [[Pokémon Learning League]] website, [[List of clothing in the anime|her clothing]] has been altered so that her white undershirt has sleeves and she is wearing black stockings or tights.
* Dawn's Japanese name is Hikari, and [[Zoey|her rival]]'s is Nozomi. The ''Hikari'' and the ''Nozomi'' are two Shinkansen "bullet train" lines. The Nozomi is faster than the Hikari, possibly symbolizing that Zoey is farther along in her coordinating skills than Dawn. It should also be noted that they go in opposite directions.
* All of Dawn's Normal-type Pokémon are female.
* When Dawn temporarily returned to the show in the {{series|Best Wishes}}, she returned for nine episodes. This was longer than both {{an|Misty}} and {{an|May}}, who only returned to the show for five episodes each; Misty's return was on two different occasions for a total of five.
** Dawn is also the only one of the three not to use a new outfit during her return.
* Dawn is Ash's only traveling companion to have met all three of his main rivals, having met {{Gary}} and [[Paul]] during her original run and having met [[Trip]] during her return.
* Dawn is the only Pokémon Coordinator in the anime to compete for the same ribbon twice.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{pearl color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{pearl color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| ヒカリ ''Hikari''
| From 光/ひかり ''hikari'', light or shine.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English
| Dawn
| May be a reference to ''Hikari''; dawn is the day's first light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Aurore
| From ''aurore'', dawn.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| German
| Lucia
| From Latin ''lux'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Lucinda
| From ''luce'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{tt|Spanish|Iberian}}
| Maya
| Maya can be a reference to the {{wp|Maya civilization}}, who worshiped sun.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 나빛나 ''Na Bit-Na''
| When read as a sentence, it means ''I shine''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小光 ''Xiǎo Guāng''
| From 光 ''hikari'', light. Can be taken as "young light".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小光{{tt|*|In the anime}} ''Síu Gwōng'' 光子{{tt|*|In the tenth movie}} ''Gwōngjí''
| From 光 ''hikari''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| ฮิคาริ ''Hikari''
| Same as her Japanese name.
|}
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==Related articles==
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* [[Dawn (game)]]

==On Bulbagarden forums==
* {{BMGF|14886|The Dawn Club}}

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Dawn (anime)

2013-03-18T12:57:16Z

`Dawn: /* In the Diamond & Pearl series */

{{CharInfobox|
color={{pearl color}} |
corecolor={{pearl color light}} |
bordercolor={{pearl color dark}} |
name=Dawn |
jname=ヒカリ |
tmname=Hikari |
slogan=no |
image=Dawn BW2.png |
size=130px |
caption=Art from {{series|Best Wishes}} |
age=yes |
years=10 (as of [[DP001|debut]]) |
colors=yes|
eyes=Dark Blue |
hair=Dark Blue |
gender=Female |
hometown=[[Twinleaf Town]] |
region=[[Sinnoh]] |
relatives=[[Johanna]] (mother) |
trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Coordinator}} |
game=counterpart |
counterpart={{ga|Dawn}}|
leader=no |
team=no |
brain=no |
anime=yes |
epnum=DP001 |
epname=Following A Maiden's Voyage! |
enva=[[Emily Jenness]]|
java=[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]
}}
'''Dawn''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリ''' ''Hikari'') is a ten-year-old [[Pokémon Coordinator]] and a former {{ashfr|traveling companion}} of {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}. Her goal is to become a great [[Pokémon Coordinator]] like her [[mom#In the anime|mother]], [[Johanna]]. Her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was a {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} that she received from [[Professor Rowan]] in the [[DP001|first ''Diamond & Pearl'' series episode]].

==History==
===In the ''Diamond & Pearl'' series===
[[File:Dawn_Anime.png|thumb|left|150px|Dawn in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Dawn began her journey with her Piplup after bonding with it. She too like {{Ash}}, wasn't at first able to gain the trust of her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]], {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. But soon after rescuing piplup from a group of {{p|Ariados}}, piplup and she became friends. Unlike {{an|May}}, she knew from the beginning that she wanted to be a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. After meeting Ash and Brock, she decided to journey with them, as their experience would likely be helpful to her. Like Ash, she is lucky enough to have seen a [[legendary Pokémon]] at the start of her journey, the projected soul of {{p|Mesprit}} in ''[[DP001|Following A Maiden's Voyage!]]''.

[[File:DP001.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's debut appearance]]
She had a [[bicycle]], but like {{an|Misty}}'s and {{an|May}}'s bikes, [[Ash's Pikachu]] destroyed it with its {{m|Thunderbolt}}. However, she did not mention this to Ash until more than 30 episodes after it happened. She also had planned to take a large suitcase full of dresses with her, but her mother made her leave it at home due to its impracticality. She had a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] region, and her Contest cry is "Spotlight!" (English) or "Charm up!" (Japanese). Johanna gave Dawn the first [[Ribbon]] she earned as a Coordinator for good luck.

Dawn lost her first {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]'' to her new [[rival]], Zoey who became one of her close friends after the Contest and who later helps Dawn through many tough times. After her loss, her mother told her not to rely on her but on her friends. Eventually, in her [[DP027|second official Contest]], Dawn narrowly beat her childhood rival {{si|Kenny}} to gain her first [[Ribbon]].

[[File:DP012.png|thumb|200px|Dawn and Zoey]]
She later trains with Zoey in coming up with different Contest moves regularly as evidenced by ''[[DP041|A Stand-Up Sit-Down!]]''. However she was not able to perfect {{AP|Buizel}}'s [[Ash's Buizel#Moves improvised|Ice Aqua Jet]] despite coming up with the idea. Ash later accomplishes this in the [[Wallace Cup]].

Despite her confidence and Contest training, in ''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]'', when she competed in the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she lost in the Appeal Round, making her the first of the main characters to lose a Contest by losing in the appeal round. In ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', she lost the Appeal Round for the second time in a row. This marked a notable change in Dawn's character. After the second blow to her self-esteem, she didn't know what to do and was still very upset throughout ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''. After this, she became more focused and regained her confidence after {{pkmn|battle|battling}} [[Maylene]] in ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''. Dawn began to practice in earnest and eventually was able to break her losing streak in ''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]'' and was able to win the [[Wallace Cup]] after narrowly defeating {{an|May}} in the final round. Dawn has since maintained her new found focus and humility.

[[File:DP067.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's Gym battle]]
After learning of the next Contest in [[Celestic Town]], she became very dedicated in her training, and actually overworked her Pokémon in ''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!]]''. Due to her hard work, she managed to win the Contest in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''. One of Dawn's combinations in that Contest gave {{Ash}} the inspiration for one of his notable tactic which he uses later on, the [[Counter Shield]]. In ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'', her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} began to disobey her after [[Evolution|evolving]]. Despite this, she was still eager to train it well.

This was evidenced by how much she cared for Mamoswine in ''[[DP119|Trials and Adulations!]]'' when both of them got lost and Mamoswine was injured. Using the medical knowledge she got from {{an|Brock}} in ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', she was able to heal Mamoswine making it obey her. However it still rebels and disobeys Dawn in the finals of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success! ]]'' due to its short temper making her lose the Contest. However she remains calm and remains optimistic.

Her encounter with {{an|Mesprit}} and Ash and Brock's encounters with {{an|Azelf}} and {{an|Uxie}} respectively was revealed to be fate as [[Team Galactic]] intended to capture the [[lake guardians]] to awaken {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} in the [[Spear Pillar]]. The lake guardians communicate telepathically with Ash, Dawn and Brock and teleport them to the [[Team Galactic HQ]]. Eventually with the help of [[Cynthia]], they foil Team Galactic's plans and free the lake guardians.

With the help of [[Candice]] and [[Zoey]], after many failed attempts, she comes up with a new tactic, the Flame Ice. She uses this tactic later on in the [[Daybreak Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[File:Young Dawn.png|thumb|200px|Young Dawn]]
While she is the only female main character not to have a sibling, she has two childhood friends that appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}, {{si|Kenny}} and [[Leona]], both of whom call her '''Dee Dee''' (Japanese: '''ピカリ''' ''Pikari'').
Dawn has prevented them from telling Ash and Brock about the reason why she has this nickname, but in ''[[DP161|Yes in Dee Dee, It's Dawn!]]'', it was revealed that the reason for the name was due to her hair glittering (ピカピカ ''pikapika'') after being shocked by the class pets in her kindergarten, {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}, making it appear that she had '''D'''iamond '''D'''andruff. Due to the trauma from being teased by her entire class with the nickname, she has a certain fear of Plusle and Minun.

[[Ursula]] uses this against Dawn by using Plusle and Minun and deliberately attempting to shock her hair. Even though Dawn temporarily succumbed to her trauma, with Mamoswine's and Cyndaquil's encouragement, she was able to get over her trauma and defeat Ursula and winning her final fifth Ribbon in the process as well allowing her to participate in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

She later trains in ''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher!]]'' where she comes up with a new tactic, the Ice Chandelier for the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]]. This time, however, she is able to perfect the move by herself with some inspiration. After obtaining {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}}, she trains with it to find a way around Togekiss's need to move gracefully and is able to do so successfully.

[[File:Poffin.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's poffins]]
Dawn entered the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]'', using her Buneary and Cyndaquil in the Appeals Round. She progressed through the round and battled [[Ursula]] first in [[DP175|the next episode]]. With Mamoswine and Pachirisu and her new combination, the Ice Chandelier, she was able to defeat Ursula's {{p|Gabite}} and {{p|Flareon}}. [[DP176|The following episode]], she defeated [[Jessie|Jessilina]] and progressed to the [[DP177|finals]] to fight [[Zoey]].

After a very close fight between her Piplup and Togekiss and [[Zoey's Glameow]] and {{p|Gallade}}, however, she lost. After the finals, she returns her mother's Ribbon saying that she no longer is in her mother's shadow and only needs her Pokémon's care and support thus proving her growth as a Trainer.

After the competition, Zoey told Dawn that [[Candice]] was throwing a victory party for her in [[Snowpoint City]] and that Dawn was also welcome; however, Dawn declined the invitation, stating that she still wants to support Ash in his upcoming battle at [[Sunyshore Gym]] and in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. She then thanked all the Pokémon that had traveled with her through Sinnoh for their hard work and pledged to not give up her dream of being a Top Coordinator.

[[File:Dawn Cheer.png|thumb|200px|Dawn in her cheerleader outfit]]
After staying for Ash's Gym battle and the Sinnoh league, she contemplates whether or not to go with Ash and Brock back to [[Kanto]]. However after receiving an invitation by [[Paris]] for her {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, she decides to stay in [[Sinnoh]]. She and Ash later share a final high-five as they did throughout the [[Diamond & Pearl series]] before Ash and Brock leave for Kanto.

After this, Dawn decided to spend some time at home before considering her next move and spent that time developing new Contest combinations. She also spent a lot of time working with Cyndaquil, and eventually decided to head for [[Hoenn]] next knowing that it was the region that Contests originated from and she was eager to hit the Contest trail again. However she was having trouble deciding which Pokémon to take with her and which to leave with [[Professor Rowan]]. Although she knew she would take Piplup, she couldn't decide on the others as she knew there was still a lot she could do with them. Eventually, after visiting Professor Rowan and having another incident with some {{p|Ariados}} (which caused Cyndaquil to [[Evolution|evolve]] into Quilava), Dawn decided to take all her Pokémon to [[Hoenn]] with her. Dawn soon left on her new adventure with her dream of becoming a Top Coordinator burning as bright as ever.

===In the ''Best Wishes'' series===

In ''[[BW085|All for the Love of Meloetta!]]'', it was revealed that Dawn had traveled to the [[Unova]] region and was staying in [[Cynthia]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]] while the champion was visiting [[Virbank City]]. She would return with Ash who Dawn got to reunite with and was able to meet his new friends, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}. Before coming to [[Undella Town]], Dawn had visited [[Nimbasa City]] where she watched a [[Pokémon Musical]] and one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. She also revealed that she would enter the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]]. She would later make it to [[BW091|Round 2]] before losing to Iris.

Later, in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', she announced her intention to head to [[Johto]] to compete in the Wallace Cup being held there. After semi-battling Ash, and saying their farewells, she and Piplup boarded the flight to [[Blackthorn City]].

==Character==
[[File:Ash and Dawn Arguing.png|thumb|right|250px|Dawn's temper]]
Dawn is notable for her confidence, since she is always looking towards the future rather than dwelling on her mistakes, although she has learned that this is not always enough. In the Japanese version, her catchphrase is, "{{tt|Daijōbu!|'It's fine!' or 'Don't worry!'}}" Although not consistently translated in the English dub at first, she began to regularly use "No need to worry!". In stark contrast to {{an|May}}'s inexperience and self-doubt at the start of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Dawn was overly confident and assured in her own strength in the beginning.

Over the course of her journey in Sinnoh, Dawn was able to come up with various combinations to show up her Pokémon's looks and strength. This began with something as simple as making her Piplup's beak grow longer, when using {{m|Peck}}, a combination she used even until the end of the Grand Festival. She later followed with simple spinning, a technique her Piplup and Buneary practiced for a while in [[Oreburgh City]]. The way it was used was adapted by Ash in his first Gym battle in Sinnoh.

[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|left|250px|Dawn in her winter clothes]]
Later on, Dawn began with more complex combinations, such as Flame Ice and Ice Chandelier, moves that were both powerful and beautiful. After a lot of practice, Dawn's Pokémon were able to master these combinations in battle. Coincidentally, both of these were used to defeat [[Ursula]].

Dawn is very different than Ash's {{ashfr|other friends}}. Dawn has more concern about her appearance, as she will not show herself to Ash or Brock until she feels that her appearance is perfect. That may be a reason why she decides to sleep inside a tent while the others sleep outside. However, she has recently been seen sleeping outside with the others, such as in ''[[DP053|Tears for Fears!]]''. Every time she's going to be on camera, she needs to take a moment to brush her hair before going on, such as in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''.

In ''[[DP070|The Bells Are Singing!]]'', Dawn revealed that she was the one to design {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest (but also admitted that her mother was the one to sew it). In ''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'', she demonstrated her talent for designing again, sketching many different dresses for the [[Hearthome Collection]], though she rejected all of them.
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==Pokémon==
[[File:Dawn Party.png‎|thumb|250px|Dawn's current party]]
Since obtaining her first [[Pokémon]], the Pokémon that Dawn acquired tends to be cute and small like her starter, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.

Because of her lack of experience, she may have some rough spots on how to deal with her Pokémon properly, as seen when she bickers with Piplup sometimes. This lack of experience also reflects with her Pachirisu and Mamoswine. Pachirisu occasionally hits unwanted targets with its {{m|Discharge}} while Mamoswine may easily be angered and disobey Dawn in the process. Despite all these issues she faces some times, Dawn still deeply cares for all her Pokémon, especially her starter, Piplup.

As a Coordinator who is willing to win the Grand Festival, Dawn has trained her Pokémon in the art of Appeals, as well as battles. She is able to fully utilize her Pokémon's capabilities. A commonly-seen example would be her Buneary's capability to use {{m|Ice Beam}}, which was used in various ways in the Contests Dawn participated in. She was also able to use her Togekiss in the finals of the Grand Festival to help her almost defeat Zoey, despite the lack of experience with it when compared to her other Pokémon, most especially Piplup, who was also used in the finals.

This listing is of Dawn's [[Pokémon]] as of the most recent Japanese episode:

===On hand===
This section is for the Pokémon that Dawn has in her current [[party]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup.png|water}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary.png|normal}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu.png|electric}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine.png|ice|ground|fir=Swinub|mid=Piloswine}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Quilava|Dawn Quilava.png|fire|fir=Egg|mid=Cyndaquil}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Togekiss|Dawn Togekiss.png|Normal|Flying}} ♀
|}

===In training===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn still owns but were given to another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]] to take care of.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom.png|normal|fir=Aipom|size=190px}} ♀
|
|
|
|}

===Traded away===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Dawn and Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|
|
|
|}

===Temporary===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn temporarily used. Most of them are rental and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Dawn Pikachu.png
|epnum=DP002
|epname=Two Degrees of Separation
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=When Dawn rescued Pikachu from Team Rocket, after trying to capture him thinking he was a wild Pokémon, she looked after Pikachu until returning to Ash in [[DP003|the next episode]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Brock
|pkmn=Croagunk
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Dawn Croagunk.png
|epnum=DP046
|epname=A Maze-ing Race!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=After the group got separated by {{p|Graveler}} and {{p|Golem}} using {{m|Rollout}}, Croagunk ended up going with Dawn while they were stuck in a maze looking for Ash and Brock. When the group found each other on two sides of a maze wall, Croagunk, along with the other Pokémon, were commanded to break a hole on one side of the wall.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Dawn Grimer.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=Dawn trained this {{p|Grimer}} during the first day of the summer school academy. It was used in a battle against a {{p|Venonat}} trained by [[Conway]]. During the battle, it used a [[Counter Shield]] that Dawn had taught it.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Poison Gas}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}, {{m|Sludge}} and {{m|Gunk Shot}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Dodrio
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Dawn Dodrio.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Dodrio}} in the first leg of the triathlon.

None of Dodrio's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Sharpedo
|type1=Water
|img=Conway Floatzel.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Sharpedo}} in the second leg of the triathlon.

None of Sharpedo's moves are known.}}

==Contests==
===Ribbons obtained===
[[File:Dawn 4 ribbons.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's Ribbons as of ''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'']]

====[[Sinnoh]] Ribbons====
* {{to|Floaroma}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]'')
* {{DL|Ribbon|Aqua Ribbon}} (''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'')
* {{to|Celestic}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]'')
* {{to|Chocovine}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'')
* {{to|Daybreak}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]'')

===Outfits===
* [[List of clothing in the anime#Dawn|Dawn's different outfits seen in the anime]]

==Achievements==
* Unofficial Contest - runner-up (''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]'')
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] - runner-up (with [[Conway]]) (''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'')
* [[Hearthome Collection]] - winner (''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'')
* [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] - top 4 (''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'')
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament - N/A (''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]'')
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] - runner-up (''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]'')
* [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] - top 8 (''[[BW091|Battling Authority Once Again!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{pearl color}}|bordercolor={{pearl color light}}
|ja=豊口めぐみ ''[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]''
|en=[[Emily Jenness]]
|zh_cmn=林美秀 ''Lín Měixiù'' (Taiwan)
|cs=Rosita Erbanová
|nl=Meghna Kumar
|fi=Mirjami Heikkinen
|fr_eu=Alexandra Corréa
|el=Στέλλα Μπονάτσου ''Stella Bonatsou''
|de=Jana Julie
|he=טליה ברקאי ''Talia Barkai''
|id=Dewi Arifiani ([[DP001]]-[[DP145]], [[DP149]]-[[DP175]], [[DP179]]-present) Diah Sekartadji Wulandari ([[DP146]]-[[DP148]], [[DP176]]-[[DP178]])
|it=Tosawi Piovani ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]]) Ludovica De Caro ([[DP105]]-present)
|ko=정미숙 ''Chong Mi-Suk''
|no=Eline Høyer
|pl=Magdalena Krylik ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Beata Wyrąbkiewicz ([[DP053]]-present)
|pt_br=Fernanda Bulara
|pt_eu=Raquel Ferreira ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Joana Carvalho ([[DP053]]-present, all movies)
|ru=Анастасия Фомичева ''Anastasia Fomicheva'' ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Ольга Шорохова ''Olga Shorohova'' ([[DP105]]-present)
|es_eu=Mar Bordallo
|es_la=Gaby Ugarte ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]], [[DP158]]-[[DP191]]) Leyla Rangel ([[DP105]]-[[DP157]], [[BW085]]-present)
|th=ศันสนีย์ วัฒนานุหม่อมชั้น'' Sansanee Watthananumomchan''
|da=Annevig Schelde Ebbe
}}

==In the manga==
[[File:DP series trio.png|thumb|250px|Dawn, Ash, and Brock in the manga]]

Dawn appears in the manga adaptations of ''{{ma|The Rise of Darkrai}}'', ''{{ma|Giratina and the Sky Warrior}}'', ''{{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}'', and ''{{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions}}''. Her team is the same in these manga adaptations.

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Dawn or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Dawn's Pokémon|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Piplup M (Movie Random Pack Promo 7)|Piplup]] {{SP|M}}|type=Water|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=007/022}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Buneary M (Movie Random Pack Promo 19)|Buneary]] {{SP|M}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=019/022}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn PLL.png|thumb|upright|Dawn in [[Pokémon Learning League]]]]
* On the [[Pokémon Learning League]] website, [[List of clothing in the anime|her clothing]] has been altered so that her white undershirt has sleeves and she is wearing black stockings or tights.
* Dawn's Japanese name is Hikari, and [[Zoey|her rival]]'s is Nozomi. The ''Hikari'' and the ''Nozomi'' are two Shinkansen "bullet train" lines. The Nozomi is faster than the Hikari, possibly symbolizing that Zoey is farther along in her coordinating skills than Dawn. It should also be noted that they go in opposite directions.
* All of Dawn's Normal-type Pokémon are female.
* When Dawn temporarily returned to the show in the {{series|Best Wishes}}, she returned for nine episodes. This was longer than both {{an|Misty}} and {{an|May}}, who only returned to the show for five episodes each; Misty's return was on two different occasions for a total of five.
** Dawn is also the only one of the three not to use a new outfit during her return.
* Dawn is Ash's only traveling companion to have met all three of his main rivals, having met {{Gary}} and [[Paul]] during her original run and having met [[Trip]] during her return.
* Dawn is the only Pokémon Coordinator in the anime to compete for the same ribbon twice.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{pearl color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{pearl color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| ヒカリ ''Hikari''
| From 光/ひかり ''hikari'', light or shine.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English
| Dawn
| May be a reference to ''Hikari''; dawn is the day's first light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Aurore
| From ''aurore'', dawn.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| German
| Lucia
| From Latin ''lux'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Lucinda
| From ''luce'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{tt|Spanish|Iberian}}
| Maya
| Maya can be a reference to the {{wp|Maya civilization}}, who worshiped sun.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 나빛나 ''Na Bit-Na''
| When read as a sentence, it means ''I shine''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小光 ''Xiǎo Guāng''
| From 光 ''hikari'', light. Can be taken as "young light".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小光{{tt|*|In the anime}} ''Síu Gwōng'' 光子{{tt|*|In the tenth movie}} ''Gwōngjí''
| From 光 ''hikari''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| ฮิคาริ ''Hikari''
| Same as her Japanese name.
|}
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==Related articles==
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Dawn}}
* [[Dawn (game)]]

==On Bulbagarden forums==
* {{BMGF|14886|The Dawn Club}}

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Dawn (anime)

2013-03-18T12:46:27Z

`Dawn: /* Intro */

{{CharInfobox|
color={{pearl color}} |
corecolor={{pearl color light}} |
bordercolor={{pearl color dark}} |
name=Dawn |
jname=ヒカリ |
tmname=Hikari |
slogan=no |
image=Dawn BW2.png |
size=130px |
caption=Art from {{series|Best Wishes}} |
age=yes |
years=10 (as of [[DP001|debut]]) |
colors=yes|
eyes=Dark Blue |
hair=Dark Blue |
gender=Female |
hometown=[[Twinleaf Town]] |
region=[[Sinnoh]] |
relatives=[[Johanna]] (mother) |
trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Coordinator}} |
game=counterpart |
counterpart={{ga|Dawn}}|
leader=no |
team=no |
brain=no |
anime=yes |
epnum=DP001 |
epname=Following A Maiden's Voyage! |
enva=[[Emily Jenness]]|
java=[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]
}}
'''Dawn''' (Japanese: '''ヒカリ''' ''Hikari'') is a ten-year-old [[Pokémon Coordinator]] and a former {{ashfr|traveling companion}} of {{Ash}} and {{an|Brock}}. Her goal is to become a great [[Pokémon Coordinator]] like her [[mom#In the anime|mother]], [[Johanna]]. Her [[starter Pokémon|first Pokémon]] was a {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} that she received from [[Professor Rowan]] in the [[DP001|first ''Diamond & Pearl'' series episode]].

==History==
===In the ''Diamond & Pearl'' series===
[[File:Dawn_Anime.png|thumb|left|150px|Dawn in the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}]]
Dawn began her journey with her Piplup after bonding with it. Unlike {{an|May}}, she knew from the beginning that she wanted to be a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}. After meeting Ash and Brock, she decided to journey with them, as their experience would likely be helpful to her. Like Ash, she is lucky enough to have seen a [[legendary Pokémon]] at the start of her journey, the projected soul of {{p|Mesprit}} in ''[[DP001|Following A Maiden's Voyage!]]''.

[[File:DP001.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's debut appearance]]
She had a [[bicycle]], but like {{an|Misty}}'s and {{an|May}}'s bikes, [[Ash's Pikachu]] destroyed it with its {{m|Thunderbolt}}. However, she did not mention this to Ash until more than 30 episodes after it happened. She also had planned to take a large suitcase full of dresses with her, but her mother made her leave it at home due to its impracticality. She had a [[Contest Pass]] for the [[Sinnoh]] region, and her Contest cry is "Spotlight!" (English) or "Charm up!" (Japanese). Johanna gave Dawn the first [[Ribbon]] she earned as a Coordinator for good luck.

Dawn lost her first {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP012|Arrival of a Rival!]]'' to her new [[rival]], Zoey who became one of her close friends after the Contest and who later helps Dawn through many tough times. After her loss, her mother told her not to rely on her but on her friends. Eventually, in her [[DP027|second official Contest]], Dawn narrowly beat her childhood rival {{si|Kenny}} to gain her first [[Ribbon]].

[[File:DP012.png|thumb|200px|Dawn and Zoey]]
She later trains with Zoey in coming up with different Contest moves regularly as evidenced by ''[[DP041|A Stand-Up Sit-Down!]]''. However she was not able to perfect {{AP|Buizel}}'s [[Ash's Buizel#Moves improvised|Ice Aqua Jet]] despite coming up with the idea. Ash later accomplishes this in the [[Wallace Cup]].

Despite her confidence and Contest training, in ''[[DP049|Dawn's Early Night!]]'', when she competed in the [[Hearthome City]] Contest, she lost in the Appeal Round, making her the first of the main characters to lose a Contest by losing in the appeal round. In ''[[DP061|Team Shocker!]]'', she lost the Appeal Round for the second time in a row. This marked a notable change in Dawn's character. After the second blow to her self-esteem, she didn't know what to do and was still very upset throughout ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''. After this, she became more focused and regained her confidence after {{pkmn|battle|battling}} [[Maylene]] in ''[[DP067|Crossing the Battle Line!]]''. Dawn began to practice in earnest and eventually was able to break her losing streak in ''[[DP079|Strategy With a Smile!]]'' and was able to win the [[Wallace Cup]] after narrowly defeating {{an|May}} in the final round. Dawn has since maintained her new found focus and humility.

[[File:DP067.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's Gym battle]]
After learning of the next Contest in [[Celestic Town]], she became very dedicated in her training, and actually overworked her Pokémon in ''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine!]]''. Due to her hard work, she managed to win the Contest in ''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''. One of Dawn's combinations in that Contest gave {{Ash}} the inspiration for one of his notable tactic which he uses later on, the [[Counter Shield]]. In ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'', her {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} began to disobey her after [[Evolution|evolving]]. Despite this, she was still eager to train it well.

This was evidenced by how much she cared for Mamoswine in ''[[DP119|Trials and Adulations!]]'' when both of them got lost and Mamoswine was injured. Using the medical knowledge she got from {{an|Brock}} in ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', she was able to heal Mamoswine making it obey her. However it still rebels and disobeys Dawn in the finals of the {{to|Lilypad}} {{pkmn|Contest}} in ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success! ]]'' due to its short temper making her lose the Contest. However she remains calm and remains optimistic.

Her encounter with {{an|Mesprit}} and Ash and Brock's encounters with {{an|Azelf}} and {{an|Uxie}} respectively was revealed to be fate as [[Team Galactic]] intended to capture the [[lake guardians]] to awaken {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} in the [[Spear Pillar]]. The lake guardians communicate telepathically with Ash, Dawn and Brock and teleport them to the [[Team Galactic HQ]]. Eventually with the help of [[Cynthia]], they foil Team Galactic's plans and free the lake guardians.

With the help of [[Candice]] and [[Zoey]], after many failed attempts, she comes up with a new tactic, the Flame Ice. She uses this tactic later on in the [[Daybreak Town]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[File:Young Dawn.png|thumb|200px|Young Dawn]]
While she is the only female main character not to have a sibling, she has two childhood friends that appeared in the {{pkmn|anime}}, {{si|Kenny}} and [[Leona]], both of whom call her '''Dee Dee''' (Japanese: '''ピカリ''' ''Pikari'').
Dawn has prevented them from telling Ash and Brock about the reason why she has this nickname, but in ''[[DP161|Yes in Dee Dee, It's Dawn!]]'', it was revealed that the reason for the name was due to her hair glittering (ピカピカ ''pikapika'') after being shocked by the class pets in her kindergarten, {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}, making it appear that she had '''D'''iamond '''D'''andruff. Due to the trauma from being teased by her entire class with the nickname, she has a certain fear of Plusle and Minun.

[[Ursula]] uses this against Dawn by using Plusle and Minun and deliberately attempting to shock her hair. Even though Dawn temporarily succumbed to her trauma, with Mamoswine's and Cyndaquil's encouragement, she was able to get over her trauma and defeat Ursula and winning her final fifth Ribbon in the process as well allowing her to participate in the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]].

She later trains in ''[[DP167|Teaching the Student Teacher!]]'' where she comes up with a new tactic, the Ice Chandelier for the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]]. This time, however, she is able to perfect the move by herself with some inspiration. After obtaining {{TP|Dawn|Togekiss}}, she trains with it to find a way around Togekiss's need to move gracefully and is able to do so successfully.

[[File:Poffin.png|thumb|left|200px|Dawn's poffins]]
Dawn entered the [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]'', using her Buneary and Cyndaquil in the Appeals Round. She progressed through the round and battled [[Ursula]] first in [[DP175|the next episode]]. With Mamoswine and Pachirisu and her new combination, the Ice Chandelier, she was able to defeat Ursula's {{p|Gabite}} and {{p|Flareon}}. [[DP176|The following episode]], she defeated [[Jessie|Jessilina]] and progressed to the [[DP177|finals]] to fight [[Zoey]].

After a very close fight between her Piplup and Togekiss and [[Zoey's Glameow]] and {{p|Gallade}}, however, she lost. After the finals, she returns her mother's Ribbon saying that she no longer is in her mother's shadow and only needs her Pokémon's care and support thus proving her growth as a Trainer.

After the competition, Zoey told Dawn that [[Candice]] was throwing a victory party for her in [[Snowpoint City]] and that Dawn was also welcome; however, Dawn declined the invitation, stating that she still wants to support Ash in his upcoming battle at [[Sunyshore Gym]] and in the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. She then thanked all the Pokémon that had traveled with her through Sinnoh for their hard work and pledged to not give up her dream of being a Top Coordinator.

[[File:Dawn Cheer.png|thumb|200px|Dawn in her cheerleader outfit]]
After staying for Ash's Gym battle and the Sinnoh league, she contemplates whether or not to go with Ash and Brock back to [[Kanto]]. However after receiving an invitation by [[Paris]] for her {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}, she decides to stay in [[Sinnoh]]. She and Ash later share a final high-five as they did throughout the [[Diamond & Pearl series]] before Ash and Brock leave for Kanto.

After this, Dawn decided to spend some time at home before considering her next move and spent that time developing new Contest combinations. She also spent a lot of time working with Cyndaquil, and eventually decided to head for [[Hoenn]] next knowing that it was the region that Contests originated from and she was eager to hit the Contest trail again. However she was having trouble deciding which Pokémon to take with her and which to leave with [[Professor Rowan]]. Although she knew she would take Piplup, she couldn't decide on the others as she knew there was still a lot she could do with them. Eventually, after visiting Professor Rowan and having another incident with some {{p|Ariados}} (which caused Cyndaquil to [[Evolution|evolve]] into Quilava), Dawn decided to take all her Pokémon to [[Hoenn]] with her. Dawn soon left on her new adventure with her dream of becoming a Top Coordinator burning as bright as ever.

===In the ''Best Wishes'' series===

In ''[[BW085|All for the Love of Meloetta!]]'', it was revealed that Dawn had traveled to the [[Unova]] region and was staying in [[Cynthia]]'s villa in [[Undella Town]] while the champion was visiting [[Virbank City]]. She would return with Ash who Dawn got to reunite with and was able to meet his new friends, {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}}. Before coming to [[Undella Town]], Dawn had visited [[Nimbasa City]] where she watched a [[Pokémon Musical]] and one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. She also revealed that she would enter the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]]. She would later make it to [[BW091|Round 2]] before losing to Iris.

Later, in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', she announced her intention to head to [[Johto]] to compete in the Wallace Cup being held there. After semi-battling Ash, and saying their farewells, she and Piplup boarded the flight to [[Blackthorn City]].

==Character==
[[File:Ash and Dawn Arguing.png|thumb|right|250px|Dawn's temper]]
Dawn is notable for her confidence, since she is always looking towards the future rather than dwelling on her mistakes, although she has learned that this is not always enough. In the Japanese version, her catchphrase is, "{{tt|Daijōbu!|'It's fine!' or 'Don't worry!'}}" Although not consistently translated in the English dub at first, she began to regularly use "No need to worry!". In stark contrast to {{an|May}}'s inexperience and self-doubt at the start of the {{series|Advanced Generation}}, Dawn was overly confident and assured in her own strength in the beginning.

Over the course of her journey in Sinnoh, Dawn was able to come up with various combinations to show up her Pokémon's looks and strength. This began with something as simple as making her Piplup's beak grow longer, when using {{m|Peck}}, a combination she used even until the end of the Grand Festival. She later followed with simple spinning, a technique her Piplup and Buneary practiced for a while in [[Oreburgh City]]. The way it was used was adapted by Ash in his first Gym battle in Sinnoh.

[[File:Dawn snow pt.png|thumb|left|250px|Dawn in her winter clothes]]
Later on, Dawn began with more complex combinations, such as Flame Ice and Ice Chandelier, moves that were both powerful and beautiful. After a lot of practice, Dawn's Pokémon were able to master these combinations in battle. Coincidentally, both of these were used to defeat [[Ursula]].

Dawn is very different than Ash's {{ashfr|other friends}}. Dawn has more concern about her appearance, as she will not show herself to Ash or Brock until she feels that her appearance is perfect. That may be a reason why she decides to sleep inside a tent while the others sleep outside. However, she has recently been seen sleeping outside with the others, such as in ''[[DP053|Tears for Fears!]]''. Every time she's going to be on camera, she needs to take a moment to brush her hair before going on, such as in ''[[DP174|Last Call, First Round!]]''.

In ''[[DP070|The Bells Are Singing!]]'', Dawn revealed that she was the one to design {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest (but also admitted that her mother was the one to sew it). In ''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'', she demonstrated her talent for designing again, sketching many different dresses for the [[Hearthome Collection]], though she rejected all of them.
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==Pokémon==
[[File:Dawn Party.png‎|thumb|250px|Dawn's current party]]
Since obtaining her first [[Pokémon]], the Pokémon that Dawn acquired tends to be cute and small like her starter, {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}.

Because of her lack of experience, she may have some rough spots on how to deal with her Pokémon properly, as seen when she bickers with Piplup sometimes. This lack of experience also reflects with her Pachirisu and Mamoswine. Pachirisu occasionally hits unwanted targets with its {{m|Discharge}} while Mamoswine may easily be angered and disobey Dawn in the process. Despite all these issues she faces some times, Dawn still deeply cares for all her Pokémon, especially her starter, Piplup.

As a Coordinator who is willing to win the Grand Festival, Dawn has trained her Pokémon in the art of Appeals, as well as battles. She is able to fully utilize her Pokémon's capabilities. A commonly-seen example would be her Buneary's capability to use {{m|Ice Beam}}, which was used in various ways in the Contests Dawn participated in. She was also able to use her Togekiss in the finals of the Grand Festival to help her almost defeat Zoey, despite the lack of experience with it when compared to her other Pokémon, most especially Piplup, who was also used in the finals.

This listing is of Dawn's [[Pokémon]] as of the most recent Japanese episode:

===On hand===
This section is for the Pokémon that Dawn has in her current [[party]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Piplup|Dawn Piplup.png|water}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Buneary|Dawn Buneary.png|normal}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Pachirisu|Dawn Pachirisu.png|electric}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Mamoswine|Dawn Mamoswine.png|ice|ground|fir=Swinub|mid=Piloswine}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Quilava|Dawn Quilava.png|fire|fir=Egg|mid=Cyndaquil}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dawn|Togekiss|Dawn Togekiss.png|Normal|Flying}} ♀
|}

===In training===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn still owns but were given to another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]] to take care of.
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dawn|Ambipom|Dawn Ambipom.png|normal|fir=Aipom|size=190px}} ♀
|
|
|
|}

===Traded away===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn [[Trade|traded away]].
{| align="center" width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Ash|Buizel|Dawn and Buizel.png|water|size=190px}} ♂
|
|
|
|}

===Temporary===

This section is for Pokémon that Dawn temporarily used. Most of them are rental and belong to another Trainer.
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Dawn Pikachu.png
|epnum=DP002
|epname=Two Degrees of Separation
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=When Dawn rescued Pikachu from Team Rocket, after trying to capture him thinking he was a wild Pokémon, she looked after Pikachu until returning to Ash in [[DP003|the next episode]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Brock
|pkmn=Croagunk
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Dawn Croagunk.png
|epnum=DP046
|epname=A Maze-ing Race!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=After the group got separated by {{p|Graveler}} and {{p|Golem}} using {{m|Rollout}}, Croagunk ended up going with Dawn while they were stuck in a maze looking for Ash and Brock. When the group found each other on two sides of a maze wall, Croagunk, along with the other Pokémon, were commanded to break a hole on one side of the wall.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Dawn Grimer.png
|epnum=DP088
|epname=Camping It Up!
|desc=Dawn trained this {{p|Grimer}} during the first day of the summer school academy. It was used in a battle against a {{p|Venonat}} trained by [[Conway]]. During the battle, it used a [[Counter Shield]] that Dawn had taught it.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Poison Gas}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}, {{m|Sludge}} and {{m|Gunk Shot}}{{tt|*|Not used, just mentioned in the Pokédex}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Dodrio
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Dawn Dodrio.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Dodrio}} in the first leg of the triathlon.

None of Dodrio's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Dawn
|pkmn=Sharpedo
|type1=Water
|img=Conway Floatzel.png
|epnum=DP091
|epname=One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!
|desc=Dawn used {{p|Sharpedo}} in the second leg of the triathlon.

None of Sharpedo's moves are known.}}

==Contests==
===Ribbons obtained===
[[File:Dawn 4 ribbons.png|thumb|right|200px|Dawn's Ribbons as of ''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'']]

====[[Sinnoh]] Ribbons====
* {{to|Floaroma}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP027|Settling a Not-So-Old Score!]]'')
* {{DL|Ribbon|Aqua Ribbon}} (''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'')
* {{to|Celestic}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]'')
* {{to|Chocovine}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP114|Another One Gabites the Dust!]]'')
* {{to|Daybreak}} [[Ribbon]] (''[[DP162|Playing the Performance Encore!]]'')

===Outfits===
* [[List of clothing in the anime#Dawn|Dawn's different outfits seen in the anime]]

==Achievements==
* Unofficial Contest - runner-up (''[[DP022|Borrowing on Bad Faith!]]'')
* [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]] - runner-up (with [[Conway]]) (''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'')
* [[Hearthome Collection]] - winner (''[[DP086|Arriving in Style!]]'')
* [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]] - top 4 (''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]'')
* [[Twinleaf Festival]] Battle Tournament - N/A (''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]'')
* [[Sinnoh Grand Festival]] - runner-up (''[[DP177|A Grand Fight for Winning!]]'')
* [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] - top 8 (''[[BW091|Battling Authority Once Again!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{pearl color}}|bordercolor={{pearl color light}}
|ja=豊口めぐみ ''[[Megumi Toyoguchi]]''
|en=[[Emily Jenness]]
|zh_cmn=林美秀 ''Lín Měixiù'' (Taiwan)
|cs=Rosita Erbanová
|nl=Meghna Kumar
|fi=Mirjami Heikkinen
|fr_eu=Alexandra Corréa
|el=Στέλλα Μπονάτσου ''Stella Bonatsou''
|de=Jana Julie
|he=טליה ברקאי ''Talia Barkai''
|id=Dewi Arifiani ([[DP001]]-[[DP145]], [[DP149]]-[[DP175]], [[DP179]]-present) Diah Sekartadji Wulandari ([[DP146]]-[[DP148]], [[DP176]]-[[DP178]])
|it=Tosawi Piovani ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]]) Ludovica De Caro ([[DP105]]-present)
|ko=정미숙 ''Chong Mi-Suk''
|no=Eline Høyer
|pl=Magdalena Krylik ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Beata Wyrąbkiewicz ([[DP053]]-present)
|pt_br=Fernanda Bulara
|pt_eu=Raquel Ferreira ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Joana Carvalho ([[DP053]]-present, all movies)
|ru=Анастасия Фомичева ''Anastasia Fomicheva'' ([[DP001]]-[[DP052]]) Ольга Шорохова ''Olga Shorohova'' ([[DP105]]-present)
|es_eu=Mar Bordallo
|es_la=Gaby Ugarte ([[DP001]]-[[DP104]], [[DP158]]-[[DP191]]) Leyla Rangel ([[DP105]]-[[DP157]], [[BW085]]-present)
|th=ศันสนีย์ วัฒนานุหม่อมชั้น'' Sansanee Watthananumomchan''
|da=Annevig Schelde Ebbe
}}

==In the manga==
[[File:DP series trio.png|thumb|250px|Dawn, Ash, and Brock in the manga]]

Dawn appears in the manga adaptations of ''{{ma|The Rise of Darkrai}}'', ''{{ma|Giratina and the Sky Warrior}}'', ''{{ma|Arceus and the Jewel of Life}}'', and ''{{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions}}''. Her team is the same in these manga adaptations.

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Dawn or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Dawn's Pokémon|Water|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Piplup M (Movie Random Pack Promo 7)|Piplup]] {{SP|M}}|type=Water|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=007/022}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Buneary M (Movie Random Pack Promo 19)|Buneary]] {{SP|M}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Movie Commemoration Random Pack|jpnum=019/022}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn PLL.png|thumb|upright|Dawn in [[Pokémon Learning League]]]]
* On the [[Pokémon Learning League]] website, [[List of clothing in the anime|her clothing]] has been altered so that her white undershirt has sleeves and she is wearing black stockings or tights.
* Dawn's Japanese name is Hikari, and [[Zoey|her rival]]'s is Nozomi. The ''Hikari'' and the ''Nozomi'' are two Shinkansen "bullet train" lines. The Nozomi is faster than the Hikari, possibly symbolizing that Zoey is farther along in her coordinating skills than Dawn. It should also be noted that they go in opposite directions.
* All of Dawn's Normal-type Pokémon are female.
* When Dawn temporarily returned to the show in the {{series|Best Wishes}}, she returned for nine episodes. This was longer than both {{an|Misty}} and {{an|May}}, who only returned to the show for five episodes each; Misty's return was on two different occasions for a total of five.
** Dawn is also the only one of the three not to use a new outfit during her return.
* Dawn is Ash's only traveling companion to have met all three of his main rivals, having met {{Gary}} and [[Paul]] during her original run and having met [[Trip]] during her return.
* Dawn is the only Pokémon Coordinator in the anime to compete for the same ribbon twice.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{pearl color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{pearl color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| ヒカリ ''Hikari''
| From 光/ひかり ''hikari'', light or shine.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English
| Dawn
| May be a reference to ''Hikari''; dawn is the day's first light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Aurore
| From ''aurore'', dawn.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| German
| Lucia
| From Latin ''lux'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Lucinda
| From ''luce'', light.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{tt|Spanish|Iberian}}
| Maya
| Maya can be a reference to the {{wp|Maya civilization}}, who worshiped sun.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 나빛나 ''Na Bit-Na''
| When read as a sentence, it means ''I shine''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 小光 ''Xiǎo Guāng''
| From 光 ''hikari'', light. Can be taken as "young light".
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小光{{tt|*|In the anime}} ''Síu Gwōng'' 光子{{tt|*|In the tenth movie}} ''Gwōngjí''
| From 光 ''hikari''.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| ฮิคาริ ''Hikari''
| Same as her Japanese name.
|}
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* [[Dawn (game)]]

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* {{BMGF|14886|The Dawn Club}}

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