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The '''sixth generation'''<ref>[http://www.gamefreak.co.jp/blog/dir_english/?m=201301 Hidden Power of Masuda]</ref> (Japanese: '''{{tt|第6世代|だい6せだい}}''' ''sixth generation'',<ref>[http://www.gamefreak.co.jp/blog/dir/?m=201301 増田部長のめざめるパワー]</ref> rendered as {{tt|第六世代|だいろくせだい}} among fans) of [[Pokémon]] is the sixth installment of the Pokémon video game series, starting with {{g|X and Y}} in 2013 and concluding with {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} in 2014. This generation saw the debut of 72 new Pokémon species (for a total of 721), as well as the introduction of the [[Kalos]] region and the return of the [[Hoenn]] region. The games of the sixth generation are in full 3D and are presented on the [[Nintendo 3DS]], a first for the [[core series]].
The '''sixth generation'''<ref>[http://www.gamefreak.co.jp/blog/dir_english/?m=201301 Hidden Power of Masuda]</ref> (Japanese: '''{{tt|第6世代|だい6せだい}}''' ''sixth generation'',<ref>[http://www.gamefreak.co.jp/blog/dir/?m=201301 増田部長のめざめるパワー]</ref> rendered as {{tt|第六世代|だいろくせだい}} among fans) of [[Pokémon]], commonly referred to by fans as '''Generation VI''' (Japanese: '''{{j|{{tt|世代|いちせだい}}VI}}''' ''Generation VI''), is the sixth installment of the Pokémon video game series, starting with {{g|X and Y}} in 2013 and concluding with {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} in 2014. This generation saw the debut of 72 new Pokémon species (for a total of 721), as well as the introduction of the [[Kalos]] region and the return of the [[Hoenn]] region. The games of the sixth generation are in full 3D and are presented on the [[Nintendo 3DS]], a first for the [[core series]].


==History==
==History==
The sixth generation of Pokémon was announced with the reveal of {{g|X and Y}} on January 8, 2013. These games were released internationally in October of the same year; the [[XY series|tie-in anime series]] began airing one week later. Pokémon X and Y continued the established tradition of two paired games with slight variations between the two versions. Between them, these games introduced 72 new Pokémon species, 57 new moves, and 26 new Abilities. New gameplay advances were added, including a new battle mechanic called [[Mega Evolution]]. Among other changes, the games' [[type chart]] was modified for the first time since [[Generation II]], some twelve years earlier: {{t|Ghost}}- and {{type|Dark}} moves now have normal effectiveness against {{type|Steel}}s and a new {{t|Fairy}} type has been introduced.
The sixth generation of Pokémon was announced with the reveal of {{g|X and Y}} on January 8, 2013. These games were released internationally in October of the same year; the [[Pokémon the Series: XY|tie-in anime series]] began airing one week later. Pokémon X and Y continued the established tradition of two paired games with slight variations between the two versions. Between them, these games introduced 72 new Pokémon species, 57 new moves, and 26 new Abilities. New gameplay advances were added, including a new battle mechanic called [[Mega Evolution]]. Among other changes, the games' {{DL|Type|type chart}} was modified for the first time since [[Generation II]], some twelve years earlier: {{t|Ghost}}- and {{type|Dark}} moves now have normal effectiveness against {{type|Steel}}s and a new {{t|Fairy}} type has been introduced.


The second pairing of games in Generation VI was announced on May 7, 2014. {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, which are [[remakes]] of the [[Generation III|third-generation]] {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}, were released worldwide for the Nintendo 3DS in November 2014.  
The second pairing of games in Generation VI was announced on May 7, 2014. {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, which are [[remake]]s of the [[Generation III|third-generation]] {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}, were released worldwide for the Nintendo 3DS in November 2014.


The Generation VI games are not isolated from previous iterations and can communicate with the [[Generation V|fifth-generation]] games {{4v|Black|White|2}} through an online application known as [[Pokémon Bank]]. This feature, which is available for download from the Nintendo eShop, acts primarily as online storage for Pokémon species. It was first launched in Japan on December 25, 2013, although unexpectedly high demand forced it to close and relaunch the following January. International markets received the Pokémon Bank in February 2014. An extension of the Pokémon Bank called the [[Poké Transporter]] allows players to send Pokémon from their fifth-generation games to their X and Y cartridges via the cloud. Combining the Poké Transporter with the earlier [[Pal Park]] (from {{game5|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}) and [[Poké Transfer]] (from Pokémon Black, White, Black 2, and White 2) allows players to transfer Pokémon from {{game5|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald|FireRed|LeafGreen}} to their sixth-generation games.
The Generation VI games are not isolated from previous iterations and can communicate with the [[Generation V|fifth-generation]] games {{4v|Black|White|2}} through an online application known as [[Pokémon Bank]]. This feature, which is available for download from the Nintendo eShop, acts primarily as online storage for Pokémon species. It was first launched in Japan on December 25, 2013, although unexpectedly high demand forced it to close and relaunch the following January. International markets received the Pokémon Bank in February 2014. An extension of the Pokémon Bank called the [[Poké Transporter]] allows players to send Pokémon from their fifth-generation games to their X and Y cartridges via the cloud. Combining the Poké Transporter with the earlier [[Pal Park]] (from {{game5|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}) and [[Poké Transfer]] (from Pokémon Black, White, Black 2, and White 2) allows players to transfer Pokémon from {{game5|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald|FireRed|LeafGreen}} to their sixth-generation games.


==In-game continuity==
==In-game continuity==
X and Y occur two years after {{v2|Black and White|s}}, thus being contemporaneous with {{2v2|Black|White|2}}. [[Looker]], who has made appearances in [[Generation IV]] and [[Generation V]] games, is found in Kalos.
X and Y occur two years after {{v2|Black and White|s}}, thus being contemporaneous with {{2v2|Black|White|2}}. [[Looker]], who has made appearances in the [[Generation IV]] and [[Generation V]] games, is found in Kalos.


{{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} take place at least some years before Black and White, as the [[Royal Unova]] is stated to be currently under construction and scheduled to be complete in an unspecified number of years. These games, therefore, also take place some time prior to the events of X and Y; further, if they are contemporaneous with the events of {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} it follows that they are also contemporaneous with {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.
{{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} take place at least some years before Black and White and X and Y, as the [[Royal Unova]] is stated to be currently under construction and scheduled to be complete in an unspecified number of years and [[Mr. Bonding]] is born. Further, if they are contemporaneous with the events of {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} it follows that they are also contemporaneous with {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.


However, the overall continuity between the sixth generation games and those that precede them is not especially clear. In-game dialogue in {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} suggests that the sixth generation games might take place in an alternate universe parallel to the universe in which the earlier games are contained. During the [[Delta Episode]] at [[Mossdeep Space Center]], [[Zinnia]] hints that there might be another version of Hoenn that has not discovered [[Mega Evolution]]:
However, the overall continuity between the sixth generation games and those that precede them is not especially clear. In-game dialogue in {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} suggests that the sixth generation games might take place in an alternate universe parallel to the universe in which the earlier games are contained. During the [[Delta Episode]] at [[Mossdeep Space Center]], [[Zinnia]] hints that there might be another version of Hoenn that has not discovered [[Mega Evolution]]:
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:''"My people know it. From generation to generation, we pass along the lore about the distortions in the world borne by the Mega Evolution mechanism. And about the existence of another world, which we have long observed to be just like this one and yet not the same... That's right. A Hoenn region that's almost exactly like this one we live in. Filled with Pokémon and people like us. A world where maybe the evolution of Pokémon took a slightly different path, where Mega Evolution is unknown... A world where that war 3,000 years ago...never happened. A world where the [[ultimate weapon]] was never even built. And in that Hoenn of that world... What would happen if one day, out of the blue, a meteoroid appeared? What would happen to the people of that world, without the technology to destroy the meteoroid or the power to warp it away? ... Looks like it's beyond the power of your imagination."''
:''"My people know it. From generation to generation, we pass along the lore about the distortions in the world borne by the Mega Evolution mechanism. And about the existence of another world, which we have long observed to be just like this one and yet not the same... That's right. A Hoenn region that's almost exactly like this one we live in. Filled with Pokémon and people like us. A world where maybe the evolution of Pokémon took a slightly different path, where Mega Evolution is unknown... A world where that war 3,000 years ago...never happened. A world where the [[ultimate weapon]] was never even built. And in that Hoenn of that world... What would happen if one day, out of the blue, a meteoroid appeared? What would happen to the people of that world, without the technology to destroy the meteoroid or the power to warp it away? ... Looks like it's beyond the power of your imagination."''


Zinnia's comments apparently describe the world of {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}. The possibility of alternate universes gives some ambiguity to any perceived inter-generational continuity between the first five generations and the sixth; it is worth noting that the existence of alternate [[dimensions]] in the [[Pokémon universe]] has been explored in previous games, notably the [[Distortion World]] of {{game|Platinum}}, as well as in the {{pkmn|anime}} and spinoff games.
Zinnia's comments describe the world of {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}. The possibility of alternate universes gives some ambiguity to any perceived inter-generational continuity between the first five generations and the sixth; it is worth noting that the existence of alternate [[dimensions]] in the [[Pokémon universe]] has been explored in previous games, notably the [[Distortion World]] of {{game|Platinum}}, as well as in the {{pkmn|anime}} and {{spin-off games}}. [[Generation VII]] later confirms the existence of alternate universes with the introduction of [[Ultra Wormhole|Ultra Wormholes]], wormholes which allow for interdimensional travel, and {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}'s [[Episode RR]].


==Advances in gameplay==
==Advances in gameplay==
The advancements introduced in Generation VI include:
The advancements introduced in Generation VI include:
* The addition of {{cat|Generation VI Pokémon|72 new Pokémon}}, bringing the total to 721. Only one evolution from a Pokémon featured in a previous generation is found: {{p|Sylveon}}, a new {{p|Eevee}} [[Eeveelution|evolution]].
* The addition of {{cat|Generation VI Pokémon|72 new Pokémon}}, bringing the total to 721. Only one evolution from a Pokémon featured in a previous generation is found: {{p|Sylveon}}, a new {{p|Eevee}} [[Eeveelution|evolution]].
* The introduction of the {{t|Fairy}} type (the first such introduction since [[Generation II]]) to balance out the {{t|Dragon}}, {{t|Poison}}, and {{t|Steel}} types.
* The introduction of the {{t|Fairy}} type (the first such introduction since [[Generation II]]) to balance out the {{t|Dragon}}, {{t|Poison}}, and {{t|Steel}} types. A new Fairy-type form for {{p|Arceus}} is added.
* The addition of {{cat|Generation VI moves|62 new moves}}, bringing the total to 621.
* The addition of {{cat|Generation VI moves|58 new moves}}, bringing the total to 617.
* The addition of {{cat|Abilities introduced in Generation VI|27 new Abilities}}, bringing the total to 191.
* The addition of {{cat|Abilities introduced in Generation VI|24 new Abilities}}, bringing the total to 188.
* The games now feature a completely three dimensional environment, as well as a new 3D battle system with 3D models for Pokémon as opposed to 2D sprites.
* The games now feature a completely three dimensional environment, as well as a new 3D battle system with 3D models for Pokémon as opposed to 2D sprites.
* A new battle mechanic, [[Mega Evolution]], which can only happen during a battle and will wear off once the battle ends. This is only available for certain Pokémon.
* A new battle mechanic, [[Mega Evolution]], which can only happen during a battle and will wear off once the battle ends. This is only available for certain Pokémon.
* Another region to explore, the [[Kalos]] region, far away from the previous five and based on {{wp|France}}.
* Another [[region]] to explore, the [[Kalos]] region, far away from the previous five and based on {{wp|France}}.
* A new [[Villainous teams|villainous team]], [[Team Flare]], whose goal is to make money and create a beautiful world for themselves and eliminate all who don't meet their standards.
* A new [[villainous team]], [[Team Flare]], whose goal is to make money and create a beautiful world for themselves and eliminate all who don't meet their standards.
* The ability for the {{player}} to walk in an eight directional grid as opposed to the four directional grid that has been common in all the preceding games.
* The ability for the {{player}} to walk in an eight directional grid as opposed to the four directional grid that has been common in all the preceding games.
* Three new battle modes:
* Three new battle modes:
** A new battle mode called [[Sky Battle]]s, where only certain {{type|Flying}} Pokémon, or those whose Ability is {{a|Levitate}} can participate.
** A new battle mode called [[Sky Battle]]s, where only certain {{type|Flying}} Pokémon, or those whose Ability is {{a|Levitate}} can participate.
** Another battle mode called [[Horde Encounter]]s, where multiple [[wild Pokémon]] will engage in a battle against one of the player's Pokémon.
** Another battle mode called [[Horde Encounter]]s, where multiple [[wild Pokémon]] will engage in a battle against one of the player's Pokémon.
**The third format is known as an [[Inverse Battle]], which completely reverses [[Type chart|type matchups]].
** The third format is known as an [[Inverse Battle]], which completely reverses {{DL|Type|Type chart|type matchups}}.
* The introduction of [[ambush encounter]]s, occurrences where wild Pokémon chase the player or jumping at them from a hiding place to initiate a Pokémon battle, somewhat similar to the [[Phenomenon|phenomena]] mechanic.
* The introduction of [[ambush encounter]]s, occurrences where wild Pokémon chase the player or jumping at them from a hiding place to initiate a Pokémon battle, somewhat similar to the [[Phenomenon|phenomena]] mechanic.
* The addition of [[Super Training]], a way to increase a Pokémon's [[EV]]s.
* The addition of [[Super Training]], a way to increase a Pokémon's [[EV]]s.
* The addition of [[Trainer customization|customization]] for the player, with the ability to choose a variety of outfits to wear at any time.
* The addition of [[Trainer customization|customization]] for the player, with the ability to choose a variety of outfits to wear at any time.
* The new [[Pokémon Bank]], an online Nintendo 3DS application that will allow the storage of up to 3000 Pokémon through the payment of an annual fee.
* The new [[Pokémon Bank]], an online Nintendo 3DS application that will allow the storage of up to 3,000 Pokémon through the payment of an annual fee.
* [[TM]]s have been expanded from 95 to 100.
* [[TM]]s have been expanded from 95 to 100.
* Players can now select which language they want to start the game in. This language cannot be changed.


===Alterations from Generation V===
===Alterations from Generation V===
* Badges are once again needed in order to use [[HM]] [[field move]]s.
* Badges are once again needed in order to use [[HM]] [[field move]]s.
* {{DL|Tall grass|Dark grass}} is no longer found.
* {{DL|Tall grass|Dark grass}} is no longer found.
* The abandonment of the [[Pokémon Musical]] and the [[Pokémon World Tournament]].
* The abandonment of:
* The abandonment of [[seasons]]
** The [[Pokémon Musical]] and the [[Pokémon World Tournament]].
* The abandonment of [[Pokémon outbreak]]s and [[Phenomenon|phenomena]].
** {{season|Seasons}}.
* The abandonment of [[mail]] and <{{player|player name}}>'s [[PC]].
** [[Mass outbreak]]s and [[Phenomenon|phenomena]].
* The abandonment of the [[footprint]]s in the [[Pokédex]].
** [[Mail]] and <{{player|player name}}>'s [[PC]].
* A change in the types of three moves ({{m|Charm}}, {{m|Moonlight}} and {{m|Sweet Kiss}}). All formerly {{type|Normal}}, they are now {{type|Fairy}}.
** The [[footprint]]s in the [[Pokédex]].
* The addition of {{t|Fairy}} as a pure type for {{p|Clefairy}}, {{p|Clefable}}, {{p|Cleffa}}, {{p|Togepi}}, {{p|Snubbull}} and {{p|Granbull}}, primary type for {{p|Togetic}} and {{p|Togekiss}} and secondary type for {{p|Jigglypuff}}, {{p|Wigglytuff}}, {{p|Mr. Mime}}, {{p|Igglybuff}}, {{p|Marill}}, {{p|Azumarill}}, {{p|Ralts}}, {{p|Kirlia}}, {{p|Gardevoir}}, {{p|Azurill}}, {{p|Mawile}}, {{p|Mime Jr.}}, {{p|Cottonee}} and {{p|Whimsicott}}.
* {{p|Clefairy}}, {{p|Clefable}}, {{p|Cleffa}}, {{p|Togepi}}, {{p|Snubbull}}, {{p|Granbull}} {{p|Togetic}} and {{p|Togekiss}} replace their {{t|Normal}} typing with {{t|Fairy}}, while {{p|Jigglypuff}}, {{p|Wigglytuff}}, {{p|Mr. Mime}}, {{p|Igglybuff}}, {{p|Marill}}, {{p|Azumarill}}, {{p|Ralts}}, {{p|Kirlia}}, {{p|Gardevoir}}, {{p|Azurill}}, {{p|Mawile}}, {{p|Mime Jr.}}, {{p|Cottonee}} and {{p|Whimsicott}} gain the {{t|Fairy}} type. {{m|Charm}}, {{m|Moonlight}} and {{m|Sweet Kiss}} are also changed from {{t|Normal}} moves into {{t|Fairy}}
* Twenty-eight Pokémon from earlier generations receive a 10-point increase in one of their base stats. They are {{p|Butterfree}}, {{p|Beedrill}}, {{p|Pidgeot}}, {{p|Raichu}}, {{p|Nidoqueen}}, {{p|Nidoking}}, {{p|Clefable}}, {{p|Wigglytuff}}, {{p|Vileplume}}, {{p|Poliwrath}}, {{p|Alakazam}}, {{p|Victreebel}}, {{p|Golem}}, {{p|Ampharos}}, {{p|Bellossom}}, {{p|Azumarill}}, {{p|Jumpluff}}, {{p|Beautifly}}, {{p|Exploud}}, {{p|Staraptor}}, {{p|Roserade}}, {{p|Stoutland}}, {{p|Unfezant}}, {{p|Gigalith}}, {{p|Seismitoad}}, {{p|Leavanny}}, {{p|Scolipede}}, and {{p|Krookodile}}.
* {{cat|Pokémon whose base stats changed in Generation VI|Twenty-eight Pokémon}} from earlier generations receive a 10-point increase in one of their base stats. They are {{p|Butterfree}}, {{p|Beedrill}}, {{p|Pidgeot}}, {{p|Raichu}}, {{p|Nidoqueen}}, {{p|Nidoking}}, {{p|Clefable}}, {{p|Wigglytuff}}, {{p|Vileplume}}, {{p|Poliwrath}}, {{p|Alakazam}}, {{p|Victreebel}}, {{p|Golem}}, {{p|Ampharos}}, {{p|Bellossom}}, {{p|Azumarill}}, {{p|Jumpluff}}, {{p|Beautifly}}, {{p|Exploud}}, {{p|Staraptor}}, {{p|Roserade}}, {{p|Stoutland}}, {{p|Unfezant}}, {{p|Gigalith}}, {{p|Seismitoad}}, {{p|Leavanny}}, {{p|Scolipede}}, and {{p|Krookodile}}.
** {{p|Pikachu}} receives a 10-point increase each in two of its base stats.
** {{p|Pikachu}} receives a 10-point increase each in two of its base stats.
* Pokémon can now [[evolution|evolve]] after a battle even if they are knocked out or if the player lost.
* Pokémon can now [[evolution|evolve]] after a battle even if they are knocked out or if the player lost.
* Pokémon obtained in Generation VI have a {{DL|origin marking|blue pentagon}} on their summary screen.
* Pokémon obtained in Generation VI have a {{DL|origin mark|blue pentagon}} on their summary screen.
* The player can no longer [[feature registration|register]] screens, such as Pokédex entries.
* The player can no longer [[feature registration|register]] screens, such as Pokédex entries.
* Various changes were made to the [[experience]] system:
* Various changes were made to the [[experience]] system:
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** The experience formula no longer takes in account difference between Pokémon's levels.
** The experience formula no longer takes in account difference between Pokémon's levels.
** The [[Exp. Share]] is now a Key Item and gives experience to all Pokémon in the [[party]] that did not participate in battle.
** The [[Exp. Share]] is now a Key Item and gives experience to all Pokémon in the [[party]] that did not participate in battle.
** Experience is now gained after [[catch]]ing a wild Pokémon.
** Experience is now gained after {{pkmn2|caught|catching}} a wild Pokémon.
* Some Pokémon's classification via body styles is changed, such as {{p|Wurmple}}'s.
* Some Pokémon's classification via body styles is changed, such as {{p|Wurmple}}'s.
* {{p|Azurill}} can no longer transition from female to male upon evolving.
* When a named character speaks, the message box no longer starts with their name and a colon, except [[Double Battle]] trainers and in the [[Battle Chateau]].
* When a named character speaks, the message box no longer starts with their name and a colon, except [[Double Battle]] trainers and in the [[Battle Chateau]].
* Significant {{pkmn|Trainer}}s no longer speak in the middle of a battle.
* Significant {{pkmn|Trainer}}s no longer speak in the middle of a battle.
* The battle music no longer changes at low HP or when a [[Gym Leader]] sends out their last Pokémon.
* The battle music no longer changes at low HP or when a [[Gym Leader]] sends out their last Pokémon.
* The [[type chart]] has slightly changed from Generation V:
* The {{DL|Type|type chart}} has slightly changed from Generation V:


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| style="background:#{{steel color}}" | {{typecolor|Steel}}
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| Not very effective
| [[Damage modification#Type effectiveness|Normal effectiveness]]
| Normal effectiveness
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| style="background:#{{steel color}}" | {{typecolor|Steel}}
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| style="background:#FFF" | Not very effective
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* The small menu sprites used for all Pokémon have been redesigned.


===Further additions in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire===
===Further additions in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire===
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* The addition of [[Mirage spot]]s.
* The addition of [[Mirage spot]]s.
* The implementation of [[Soaring in the sky|Soaring]], a new mode of transportation.
* The implementation of [[Soaring in the sky|Soaring]], a new mode of transportation.
* Four new moves are introduced: {{m|Precipice Blades}}, {{m|Origin Pulse}}, {{m|Dragon Ascent}}, and {{m|Hyperspace Fury}}, belonging to {{p|Groudon}}, {{p|Kyogre}}, {{p|Rayquaza}}, and {{p|Hoopa}} [[List of Pokémon with form differences#Hoopa|Unbound]], respectively, bringing the total to 621.
* Four new moves are introduced: {{m|Precipice Blades}}, {{m|Origin Pulse}}, {{m|Dragon Ascent}}, and {{m|Hyperspace Fury}}, belonging to {{p|Groudon}}, {{p|Kyogre}}, {{p|Rayquaza}}, and {{p|Hoopa}} {{form|Hoopa|Unbound}}, respectively, bringing the total to 621.
* Three new Abilities are introduced: {{a|Desolate Land}}, {{a|Primordial Sea}}, and {{a|Delta Stream}} for Primal Groudon, Primal Kyogre, and Mega Rayquaza respectively, bringing the total to 191.
* Three new Abilities are introduced: {{a|Desolate Land}}, {{a|Primordial Sea}}, and {{a|Delta Stream}} for Primal Groudon, Primal Kyogre, and Mega Rayquaza respectively, bringing the total to 191.
* The reintroduction of [[Pokémon Contest]]s, under the name of Pokémon Contest Spectacular.
* The reintroduction of [[Pokémon Contest]]s, under the name of Pokémon Contest Spectacular.
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The [[Kalos]] region was introduced in {{g|X and Y}}. This region is geographically isolated and has no close ties with any other region introduced prior to Generation VI.
The [[Kalos]] region was introduced in {{g|X and Y}}. This region is geographically isolated and has no close ties with any other region introduced prior to Generation VI.


====Starter Pokémon====
====First partner Pokémon====
The starters of the sixth Generation follow the traditional {{t|Grass}}/{{t|Fire}}/{{t|Water}} trio setup. At the beginning of the game, the player must choose between the Grass-type {{p|Chespin}}, the Fire-type {{p|Fennekin}} and the Water-type {{p|Froakie}}.
The [[first partner Pokémon]] of the sixth Generation follow the traditional {{t|Grass}}/{{t|Fire}}/{{t|Water}} trio setup. At the beginning of the game, the player must choose between the Grass-type {{p|Chespin}}, the Fire-type {{p|Fennekin}} and the Water-type {{p|Froakie}}.
 
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{{typetable2|Grass}}
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{{typetable2|Water}}
|- style="background:#{{kalos color light}}"
| {{MSP/6|651|Quilladin}}
| {{pcolor|Quilladin|{{kalos color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/6|654|Braixen}}
| {{pcolor|Braixen|{{kalos color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/6|657|Frogadier}}
| {{pcolor|Frogadier|{{kalos color dark}}}}
|- style="background:#{{kalos color light}}"
{{typetable2|Grass}}
{{typetable2|Fire}}
{{typetable2|Water}}
|- style="background:#{{kalos color light}}"
| {{MSP/6|652|Chesnaught}}
| {{pcolor|Chesnaught|{{kalos color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/6|655|Delphox}}
| {{pcolor|Delphox|{{kalos color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/6|658|Greninja}}
| {{pcolor|Greninja|{{kalos color dark}}}}
|-
| style="background:#{{grass color}}; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{tcolor|Grass|FFF}}
{{typetable|Fighting}}
{{typetable|Fire}}
{{typetable|Psychic}}
{{typetable|Water}}
| style="background:#{{dark color}}; {{roundybr|5px}}" | {{tcolor|Dark|FFF}}
|}


====Gym Leaders====
====Gym Leaders====
Like the other five regions, Kalos has its own set of eight Gym Leaders who give out unique Badges and TMs after being defeated. Defeating all eight Gym Leaders grants access to the {{kal|Pokémon League}}.
Like the previous five regions, Kalos has its own set of eight Gym Leaders who give out unique Badges and TMs after being defeated. Defeating all eight Gym Leaders grants access to the {{kal|Pokémon League}}.
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{kalos color dark}}; border: 4px solid #{{kalos color dark}};" colspan=4 cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{kalos color dark}}; border: 4px solid #{{kalos color}};" colspan=4 cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|-
|-
! style="background: #{{kalos color dark}};" colspan="4" | {{color2|{{kalos color light}}|Kalos League}}
! style="background: #{{kalos color dark}};" colspan="4" | {{color2|{{kalos color light}}|Kalos League}}
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[[Hoenn]] was featured in Generation VI in {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, a pair of [[remake]]s of the [[Generation III]] games {{2v2|Ruby|Sapphire}}.
[[Hoenn]] was featured in Generation VI in {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, a pair of [[remake]]s of the [[Generation III]] games {{2v2|Ruby|Sapphire}}.


====Starter Pokémon====
====First partner Pokémon====
As in other remakes, the starters of Hoenn remain the same as they did in Generation III. [[Professor Birch]] gives {{p|Treecko}}, {{p|Torchic}}, or {{p|Mudkip}} to the player as thanks for using it to save him from a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Poochyena}}.
As in other remakes, the [[first partner Pokémon]] of Hoenn remain the same as they did in Generation III. [[Professor Birch]] gives {{p|Treecko}}, {{p|Torchic}}, or {{p|Mudkip}} to the player as thanks for using it to save him from a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Poochyena}}.
 
{| style="margin:auto; width:auto; text-align:center; background:#{{hoenn color dark}}; font-size:85%; {{roundy}}; border:5px solid #{{hoenn color}}"
|-
! style="width:80px; background:#{{hoenn color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" colspan="2" | [[File:252Treecko ORAS.png|96px]]<br>{{pcolor|Treecko|{{hoenn color dark}}}}<br>
! style="width:80px; background:#{{hoenn color light}}" colspan="2" | [[File:255Torchic ORAS.png|96px]]<br>{{pcolor|Torchic|{{hoenn color dark}}}}<br>
! style="width:80px; background:#{{hoenn color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" colspan="2" | [[File:258Mudkip ORAS.png|96px]]<br>{{pcolor|Mudkip|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
|-
{{typetable2|Grass}}
{{typetable2|Fire}}
{{typetable2|Water}}
|- style="background:#{{hoenn color light}}"
| {{MSP/6|253|Grovyle}}
| {{pcolor|Grovyle|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/6|256|Combusken}}
| {{pcolor|Combusken|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/6|259|Marshtomp}}
| {{pcolor|Marshtomp|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
|-
{{typetable2|Grass}}
{{typetable|Fire}}
{{typetable|Fighting}}
{{typetable|Water}}
{{typetable|Ground}}
|- style="background:#{{hoenn color light}}"
| {{MSP/6|254|Sceptile}}
| {{pcolor|Sceptile|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/6|257|Blaziken}}
| {{pcolor|Blaziken|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/6|260|Swampert}}
| {{pcolor|Swampert|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
|-
{{typetable2|Grass}}
{{typetable|Fire}}
{{typetable|Fighting}}
{{typetable|Water}}
{{typetable|Ground}}
|- style="background:#{{hoenn color light}}"
| {{MSP/6|254M|Sceptile}}
| <small>{{color2|{{hoenn color dark}}|Mega Evolution|Mega}}</small><br>{{pcolor|Sceptile|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/6|257M|Blaziken}}
| <small>{{color2|{{hoenn color dark}}|Mega Evolution|Mega}}</small><br>{{pcolor|Blaziken|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
| {{MSP/6|260M|Swampert}}
| <small>{{color2|{{hoenn color dark}}|Mega Evolution|Mega}}</small><br>{{pcolor|Swampert|{{hoenn color dark}}}}
|-
| style="background:#{{grass color}}; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{tcolor|Grass|FFF}}
{{typetable|Dragon}}
{{typetable|Fire}}
{{typetable|Fighting}}
{{typetable|Water}}
| style="background:#{{ground color}}; {{roundybr|5px}}" | {{tcolor|Ground|FFF}}
|}


====Gym Leaders====
====Gym Leaders====
Hoenn's Gym Leaders are the same as they were in {{2v2|Ruby|Sapphire}}, but with some giving out different TMs than they gave out in Generation III.
Hoenn's Gym Leaders are the same as they were in {{2v2|Ruby|Sapphire}}, but with some giving out different TMs than they gave out in Generation III.


{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{hoenn color dark}}; border: 4px solid #{{hoenn color dark}};" colspan=4 cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{hoenn color dark}}; border: 4px solid #{{hoenn color}};" colspan=4 cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|-
|-
! style="background: #{{hoenn color dark}};" colspan="4" | {{color2|{{hoenn color light}}|Hoenn League}}
! style="background: #{{hoenn color dark}};" colspan="4" | {{color2|{{hoenn color light}}|Hoenn League}}
|-
|-
! style="background: #{{hoenn color dark}};" colspan="3" | {{color2|{{hoenn color light}}|Generation III}}
! style="background: #{{hoenn color dark}};" colspan="3" | {{color2|{{hoenn color light}}|Generation VI}}
! style="background: #{{hoenn color dark}};" colspan="2" | {{color2|{{hoenn color light}}|Region|Region:}} {{color2|{{hoenn color light}}|Hoenn}}
! style="background: #{{hoenn color dark}};" colspan="2" | {{color2|{{hoenn color light}}|Region|Region:}} {{color2|{{hoenn color light}}|Hoenn}}
|-
|-
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{{gldr|type=Fighting|pic=VSBrawly.png|ldr=Brawly|djap=トウキ|drm=Tōki|loc=Dewford Town|cjap=ムロタウン|crm=Muro Town|bdg=Knuckle|size=150px}}
{{gldr|type=Fighting|pic=VSBrawly.png|ldr=Brawly|djap=トウキ|drm=Tōki|loc=Dewford Town|cjap=ムロタウン|crm=Muro Town|bdg=Knuckle|size=150px}}
{{gldr|type=Electric|pic=VSWattson.png|ldr=Wattson|djap=テッセン|drm=Tessen|loc=Mauville City|cjap=キンセツシティ|crm=Kinsetsu City|bdg=Dynamo|size=150px}}
{{gldr|type=Electric|pic=VSWattson.png|ldr=Wattson|djap=テッセン|drm=Tessen|loc=Mauville City|cjap=キンセツシティ|crm=Kinsetsu City|bdg=Dynamo|size=150px}}
{{gldr|type=Fire|pic=VSFlannery.png|ldr=Flannery|djap=アスナ|drm=Asuna|loc=Lavaridge Town|cjap=フエンタウン|crm=Fuen Town|bdg=Heat|size=150px}}
{{gldr|type=Fire|pic=VSFlannery.png|ldr=Flannery|djap=アスナ|drm=Asuna|loc=Lavaridge Town|cjap=フエンタウン|crm=Huen Town|bdg=Heat|size=150px}}
{{gldr|type=Normal|pic=VSNorman.png|ldr=Norman|djap=センリ|drm=Senri|loc=Petalburg City|cjap=トウカシティ|crm=Tōka City|bdg=Balance|size=150px}}
{{gldr|type=Normal|pic=VSNorman.png|ldr=Norman|djap=センリ|drm=Senri|loc=Petalburg City|cjap=トウカシティ|crm=Touka City|bdg=Balance|size=150px}}
{{gldr|type=Flying|pic=VSWinona.png|ldr=Winona|djap=ナギ|drm=Nagi|loc=Fortree City|cjap=ヒワマキシティ|crm=Hiwamaki City|bdg=Feather|size=150px}}
{{gldr|type=Flying|pic=VSWinona.png|ldr=Winona|djap=ナギ|drm=Nagi|loc=Fortree City|cjap=ヒワマキシティ|crm=Hiwamaki City|bdg=Feather|size=150px}}
{{gldr|type=Psychic|pic=VSLiza & Tate.png|ldr=Tate and Liza|djap=フウとラン|drm=Fū and Lan|loc=Mossdeep City|cjap=トクサネシティ|crm=Tokusane City|bdg=Mind|size=150px}}
{{gldr|type=Psychic|pic=VSLiza & Tate.png|ldr=Tate and Liza|djap=フウとラン|drm=Fū and Lan|loc=Mossdeep City|cjap=トクサネシティ|crm=Tokusane City|bdg=Mind|size=150px}}
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==Discussion of Generation VI==
==Kalos thematic motif==
===Kalos thematic motif===
The sixth generation focuses on the concept of beauty and different aspects related to it, such as balance and harmony. [[Trainer customization|Fashion]] and different forms of art are featured considerably in the newly introduced region, whose name comes from the Greek word for beauty.<ref name = NLinterview>[https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds Interview: Junichi Masuda and Hironobu Yoshida Discuss Pokémon X and Y, Mega Evolutions and the 2DS | Nintendo Life]</ref> {{p|Xerneas}} and {{p|Yveltal}}, the [[game mascot]]s for {{g|X and Y}}, reflect the concepts of harmony and balance, being the "Life" and "Destruction" Pokémon, respectively. [[Team Flare]]'s actions and motives also reflect the beauty theme, as they strive to create "a beautiful world" by any means necessary. X and Y are named for the respective axes and are used to represent different mentalities as well as the ways in which people can find common ground.<ref name = NLinterview/>
The sixth generation focuses on the concept of beauty and different aspects related to it, such as balance and harmony. [[Trainer customization|Fashion]] and different forms of art are featured considerably in the newly introduced region, whose name comes from the Greek word for beauty.<ref>[http://mynintendonews.com/2013/07/05/japan-expo-reveals-pokemon-x-y-inspiration-details/]</ref> The mascots of the primary versions, {{p|Xerneas}} and {{p|Yveltal}}, reflect the concepts of harmony and balance, being the "Life" and "Destruction" Pokémon, respectively. The villainous team's actions and motives also reflect the beauty theme, as they strive to create "a beautiful world" by any means necessary.


==English title screens==
==Reception==
Generation VI advanced competitive play by introducing [[Mega Evolution]], making already powerful Pokémon such as {{p|Rayquaza}} and {{p|Mewtwo}} stronger, and giving unviable Pokémon such as {{p|Charizard}} and {{p|Mawile}} a use in the metagame. The addition of the Fairy-type nerfed several previously prominent Pokémon like {{p|Hydreigon}} and {{p|Scrafty}}, and allowed others such as {{p|Clefable}} and {{p|Azumarill}} to rise in prominence.
 
Generation VI was largely well-received for hearkening back to [[Generation I]], and making older Pokémon popular again. However, as time went on, Generation VI became more controversial in certain parts of the fandom, with the lower difficulty and the lack of a {{DL|Core series|release model|third version}} to the X and Y games being prominent criticisms.
 
==Title screens==
===English title screens===
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{kalos color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{kalos color}}"
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{kalos color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{kalos color}}"
|-  
|-
| style="background: #{{x color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | {{color2|{{x color dark}}|Pokémon X and Y|Pokémon X}}
| style="background: #{{x color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | {{color2|{{x color dark}}|Pokémon X and Y|Pokémon X}}
| style="background: #{{y color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | {{color2|{{y color dark}}|Pokémon X and Y|Pokémon Y}}
| style="background: #{{y color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | {{color2|{{y color dark}}|Pokémon X and Y|Pokémon Y}}
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|}
|}
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{hoenn color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{hoenn color}}"
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{hoenn color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{hoenn color}}"
|-  
|-
| style="background: #{{omega ruby color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | {{color2|{{omega ruby color dark}}|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Pokémon Omega Ruby}}
| style="background: #{{omega ruby color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | {{color2|{{omega ruby color dark}}|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Pokémon Omega Ruby}}
| style="background: #{{alpha sapphire color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | {{color2|{{alpha sapphire color dark}}|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire}}
| style="background: #{{alpha sapphire color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | {{color2|{{alpha sapphire color dark}}|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire}}
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|}
|}


==Japanese title screens==
===Japanese title screens===
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{kalos color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{kalos color}}"
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{kalos color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{kalos color}}"
|-  
|-
| style="background: #{{x color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | {{color2|{{x color dark}}|Pokémon X and Y|Pokémon X}}
| style="background: #{{x color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | {{color2|{{x color dark}}|Pokémon X and Y|Pokémon X}}
| style="background: #{{y color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | {{color2|{{y color dark}}|Pokémon X and Y|Pokémon Y}}
| style="background: #{{y color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | {{color2|{{y color dark}}|Pokémon X and Y|Pokémon Y}}
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|}
|}
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{hoenn color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{hoenn color}}"
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{hoenn color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{hoenn color}}"
|-  
|-
| style="background: #{{omega ruby color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | {{color2|{{omega ruby color dark}}|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Pokémon Omega Ruby}}
| style="background: #{{omega ruby color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | {{color2|{{omega ruby color dark}}|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Pokémon Omega Ruby}}
| style="background: #{{alpha sapphire color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | {{color2|{{alpha sapphire color dark}}|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire}}
| style="background: #{{alpha sapphire color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | {{color2|{{alpha sapphire color dark}}|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Pokémon Alpha Sapphire}}
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* Generation VI introduced the fewest new:
* This generation introduced the fewest new:
** {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}, with 72.
** {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}, with 72.
*** [[Legendary Pokémon]], with three.
*** [[Legendary Pokémon]], with three.
*** [[List of Pokémon with cross-generational evolutions|Cross-generational evolutionary relatives]], with only one, {{p|Sylveon}}.
*** [[Gender unknown]] Pokémon, with seven.
** Moves, with 62.
** [[Moves]], with 62.
** Abilities, with 27.
** {{Abilities}}, with 27.
* Generation VI is the only generation in which:
* The is the only [[generation]]:
** Gym Leaders in games that are not [[remake]]s hand out TMs containing moves from older generations.
** To not introduce a dual-type [[pseudo-legendary Pokémon]], instead introducing a pseudo-legendary Pokémon of a single type.
** Games were released on the same date worldwide.
** In which [[transfer]]ring Pokémon from previous generations is possible, but not required in order to complete the [[National Pokédex]] (excluding [[Mythical Pokémon]]).
** It is possible to import Pokémon from previous generations, but is not required in order to complete the National Pokédex (excluding [[Mythical Pokémon]]).
** To not introduce a pure {{type|Electric}} Pokémon.
** No [[region]] is featured in more than two games.
** To introduce a dual-[[type]] {{2t|Fire|Water}} Pokémon, marking the last type to be paired with Water.
* Generation VI is also the only generation that did not introduce:
** To not introduce a {{type|Ghost}} specialist.
** A pure {{type|Ground}} Pokémon.
** To not introduce a new {{type|Dragon}} move.
** A pure {{type|Electric}} Pokémon.
*** This is also the first instance of any generation not introducing a move for a type after that type's introduction.
** A [[pseudo-legendary Pokémon]] with two [[type]]s.
{{bulbanews|No new Mega Evolution patch for X or Y players}}
** A [[Gym Leader]] or [[Elite Four]] member specializing in {{type|Ghost}} Pokémon.
* This is the first generation:
** A new type of [[Poké Ball]].
** To introduce new moves between games. Of the 62 moves introduced, four of them were introduced in {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} and are not present in {{g|X and Y}}. As a result, Pokémon in the former that know these moves cannot be traded to the latter.
** A [[department store]].
** Not to introduce a [[Mythical Pokémon]] whose base stats are all 100.
** A numbered [[water route]].
** To introduce Pokémon with {{t|Normal}} as its secondary [[type]].
** A new {{type|Dragon}} [[move]].
** To introduce dual-type Pokémon with {{t|Flying}} as its primary type.
* Generation VI relieved restrictions on formatting that were evident in previous generations:
** Where each pair of games released on the same date worldwide.
** The [[nickname]] character limit has been increased from 5 to 6 in Japanese and Korean, and from 10 to 12 in Western languages.
** That {{ga|Red}}, {{ga|Blue}}, the [[Kanto]] Gym Leaders, and [[Lance]] do not appear in.
** The [[Player character|player name]] character limit has been increased from 5 to 6 in Japanese and Korean, and from 7 to 12 in Western languages.
*** [[Cynthia]] also does not appear, making this the first generation since her debut that she does not appear in.
** The names of all [[move]]s, [[item]]s and {{Abilities}} introduced before Generation VI are no longer limited to 12 characters, including any spaces. Some of these names were re-formatted; for example, Selfdestruct was renamed {{m|Self-Destruct}}.
** Where the player could not rename the [[rival]] in all core series games.
* Generation VI leaves the most extra room in the PC if one captures exactly one of each species of Pokémon, with there being 930 spaces and 721 Pokémon.
** Since [[Generation IV]] to introduce more than one cat-like [[evolution|evolutionary line]]; however, unlike {{p|Glameow}} and {{p|Purugly}}, {{p|Litleo}} and {{p|Pyroar}}, and {{p|Espurr}} and {{p|Meowstic}}, {{p|Shinx}}, {{p|Luxio}}, and {{p|Luxray}} were only part of a three-stage line. All other generations with the exception of [[Generation II]] introduced only one:
* Generation VI is the only completed generation not to revisit its new region after the original paired games.
*** [[Generation I]] introduced {{p|Meowth}} and {{p|Persian}}.
* Generation VI contains the core series games with both the shortest and longest English titles: {{pkmn|X and Y}} have one letter each, whereas {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Alpha Sapphire}} has fourteen characters including the space (excluding the word "Pokémon").
*** [[Generation III]] introduced {{p|Skitty}} and {{p|Delcatty}}.
* Generation VI is the first generation to not contain games in which {{ga|Red}}, {{ga|Blue}}, [[Brock]], [[Misty]], [[Lt. Surge]], [[Erika]], [[Sabrina]], [[Blaine]], and [[Lance]] appear.
*** [[Generation V]] introduced {{p|Purrloin}} and {{p|Liepard}}.
*** [[Generation VII]] introduced {{p|Litten}}, {{p|Torracat}}, and {{p|Incineroar}}.
*** While [[Generation VIII]] didn't introduce a full new evolutionary line, [[List of Pokémon with form differences|Galarian]] {{p|Meowth}} evolves into a new species, {{p|Perrserker}}.
*** [[Generation IX]] introduced {{p|Sprigatito}}, {{p|Floragato}}, and {{p|Meowscarada}}.
** To introduce {{t|Fighting}}/Flying Pokémon, marking the last type to be paired with Flying.
* This generation relieved restrictions on formatting that were present in previous generations:
** The [[nickname]] character limit increased from 5 to 6 in Japanese and Korean, and from 10 to 12 in Western languages.
** The {{player}} name character limit increased from 5 to 6 in Japanese and Korean, and from 7 to 12 in Western languages.
** The names of all [[move]]s, [[item]]s and {{Abilities}} introduced before Generation VI are no longer limited to 12 characters, including any spaces. Some of these names were re-formatted; for example, Selfdestruct was renamed {{m|Self-Destruct}}. The character limit has been increased to 16.
* This generation leaves the most extra room in the [[Pokémon Storage System]] [[Living Pokédex|if one fills it with exactly one of each species of Pokémon]], with there being 930 spaces and 721 Pokémon.
* This generation contains the [[core series]] games with the shortest English titles: {{pkmn|X and Y}} have one letter each.
* This is the last generation so far:
** To introduce a new [[type]].
** To change types of existing moves. In this case, {{m|Charm}}, {{m|Moonlight}}, and {{m|Sweet Kiss}} became Fairy-type moves.
** To have all core series games directly compatible with each other in multiplayer.


==References==
==References==
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Generation VI
YTitle.png
Title screen of Pokémon Y
Debut EN October 12, 2013
JA October 12, 2013
Pokémon 721 (72 new)
Main games X and Y
Region(s) introduced Kalos
Other RPGs Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
Contains remakes of Generation III
Storage games Bank
Side games Battle Trozei, Art Academy, Shuffle, Rumble World, Super Mystery Dungeon, Picross, Pokkén Tournament, Detective Pikachu – Birth of a New Duo, GO, Duel
End EN November 18, 2016 (1133 days)
JA November 18, 2016 (1133 days)

The sixth generation[1] (Japanese: 第6世代 sixth generation,[2] rendered as 第六世代 among fans) of Pokémon, commonly referred to by fans as Generation VI (Japanese: 世代VI Generation VI), is the sixth installment of the Pokémon video game series, starting with Pokémon X and Y in 2013 and concluding with Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire in 2014. This generation saw the debut of 72 new Pokémon species (for a total of 721), as well as the introduction of the Kalos region and the return of the Hoenn region. The games of the sixth generation are in full 3D and are presented on the Nintendo 3DS, a first for the core series.

History

The sixth generation of Pokémon was announced with the reveal of Pokémon X and Y on January 8, 2013. These games were released internationally in October of the same year; the tie-in anime series began airing one week later. Pokémon X and Y continued the established tradition of two paired games with slight variations between the two versions. Between them, these games introduced 72 new Pokémon species, 57 new moves, and 26 new Abilities. New gameplay advances were added, including a new battle mechanic called Mega Evolution. Among other changes, the games' type chart was modified for the first time since Generation II, some twelve years earlier: Ghost- and Dark-type moves now have normal effectiveness against Steel-types and a new Fairy type has been introduced.

The second pairing of games in Generation VI was announced on May 7, 2014. Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, which are remakes of the third-generation Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, were released worldwide for the Nintendo 3DS in November 2014.

The Generation VI games are not isolated from previous iterations and can communicate with the fifth-generation games Black, White, Black 2, and White 2 through an online application known as Pokémon Bank. This feature, which is available for download from the Nintendo eShop, acts primarily as online storage for Pokémon species. It was first launched in Japan on December 25, 2013, although unexpectedly high demand forced it to close and relaunch the following January. International markets received the Pokémon Bank in February 2014. An extension of the Pokémon Bank called the Poké Transporter allows players to send Pokémon from their fifth-generation games to their X and Y cartridges via the cloud. Combining the Poké Transporter with the earlier Pal Park (from Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold, and SoulSilver) and Poké Transfer (from Pokémon Black, White, Black 2, and White 2) allows players to transfer Pokémon from Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, FireRed, and LeafGreen to their sixth-generation games.

In-game continuity

X and Y occur two years after Black and White, thus being contemporaneous with Black 2 and White 2. Looker, who has made appearances in the Generation IV and Generation V games, is found in Kalos.

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire take place at least some years before Black and White and X and Y, as the Royal Unova is stated to be currently under construction and scheduled to be complete in an unspecified number of years and Mr. Bonding is born. Further, if they are contemporaneous with the events of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire it follows that they are also contemporaneous with Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen.

However, the overall continuity between the sixth generation games and those that precede them is not especially clear. In-game dialogue in Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire suggests that the sixth generation games might take place in an alternate universe parallel to the universe in which the earlier games are contained. During the Delta Episode at Mossdeep Space Center, Zinnia hints that there might be another version of Hoenn that has not discovered Mega Evolution:

"My people know it. From generation to generation, we pass along the lore about the distortions in the world borne by the Mega Evolution mechanism. And about the existence of another world, which we have long observed to be just like this one and yet not the same... That's right. A Hoenn region that's almost exactly like this one we live in. Filled with Pokémon and people like us. A world where maybe the evolution of Pokémon took a slightly different path, where Mega Evolution is unknown... A world where that war 3,000 years ago...never happened. A world where the ultimate weapon was never even built. And in that Hoenn of that world... What would happen if one day, out of the blue, a meteoroid appeared? What would happen to the people of that world, without the technology to destroy the meteoroid or the power to warp it away? ... Looks like it's beyond the power of your imagination."

Zinnia's comments describe the world of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire. The possibility of alternate universes gives some ambiguity to any perceived inter-generational continuity between the first five generations and the sixth; it is worth noting that the existence of alternate dimensions in the Pokémon universe has been explored in previous games, notably the Distortion World of Pokémon Platinum, as well as in the anime and spin-off games. Generation VII later confirms the existence of alternate universes with the introduction of Ultra Wormholes, wormholes which allow for interdimensional travel, and Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon's Episode RR.

Advances in gameplay

The advancements introduced in Generation VI include:

  • The addition of 72 new Pokémon, bringing the total to 721. Only one evolution from a Pokémon featured in a previous generation is found: Sylveon, a new Eevee evolution.
  • The introduction of the Fairy type (the first such introduction since Generation II) to balance out the Dragon, Poison, and Steel types. A new Fairy-type form for Arceus is added.
  • The addition of 58 new moves, bringing the total to 617.
  • The addition of 24 new Abilities, bringing the total to 188.
  • The games now feature a completely three dimensional environment, as well as a new 3D battle system with 3D models for Pokémon as opposed to 2D sprites.
  • A new battle mechanic, Mega Evolution, which can only happen during a battle and will wear off once the battle ends. This is only available for certain Pokémon.
  • Another region to explore, the Kalos region, far away from the previous five and based on France.
  • A new villainous team, Team Flare, whose goal is to make money and create a beautiful world for themselves and eliminate all who don't meet their standards.
  • The ability for the player to walk in an eight directional grid as opposed to the four directional grid that has been common in all the preceding games.
  • Three new battle modes:
  • The introduction of ambush encounters, occurrences where wild Pokémon chase the player or jumping at them from a hiding place to initiate a Pokémon battle, somewhat similar to the phenomena mechanic.
  • The addition of Super Training, a way to increase a Pokémon's EVs.
  • The addition of customization for the player, with the ability to choose a variety of outfits to wear at any time.
  • The new Pokémon Bank, an online Nintendo 3DS application that will allow the storage of up to 3,000 Pokémon through the payment of an annual fee.
  • TMs have been expanded from 95 to 100.
  • Players can now select which language they want to start the game in. This language cannot be changed.

Alterations from Generation V

Attacking type Defending type Old effectiveness New effectiveness
 Ghost   Steel  Not very effective Normal effectiveness
 Dark   Steel  Not very effective Normal effectiveness

  • The small menu sprites used for all Pokémon have been redesigned.

Further additions in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

Region

Kalos

Kalos
Main article: Kalos

The Kalos region was introduced in Pokémon X and Y. This region is geographically isolated and has no close ties with any other region introduced prior to Generation VI.

First partner Pokémon

The first partner Pokémon of the sixth Generation follow the traditional Grass/Fire/Water trio setup. At the beginning of the game, the player must choose between the Grass-type Chespin, the Fire-type Fennekin and the Water-type Froakie.

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Chespin
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Fennekin
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Froakie
Grass Fire Water
Quilladin Quilladin Braixen Braixen Frogadier Frogadier
Grass Fire Water
Chesnaught Chesnaught Delphox Delphox Greninja Greninja
Grass Fighting Fire Psychic Water Dark

Gym Leaders

Like the previous five regions, Kalos has its own set of eight Gym Leaders who give out unique Badges and TMs after being defeated. Defeating all eight Gym Leaders grants access to the Pokémon League.

Kalos League
Generation VI Region: Kalos
Gym Leader
Japanese
Location
Japanese
Type Badge
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Viola
ビオラ Viola
Santalune City
ハクダンシティ
Hakudan City
Bug Bug Badge.png
Bug Badge
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Grant
ザクロ Zakuro
Cyllage City
ショウヨウシティ
Shouyou City
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Cliff Badge
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Korrina
コルニ Koruni
Shalour City
シャラシティ
Shara City
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Rumble Badge
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Ramos
フクジ Fukuji
Coumarine City
ヒヨクシティ
Hiyoku City
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Plant Badge
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Clemont
シトロン Citron
Lumiose City
ミアレシティ
Miare City
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Voltage Badge
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Valerie
マーシュ Mache
Laverre City
クノエシティ
Kunoe City
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Fairy Badge
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Olympia
ゴジカ Gojika
Anistar City
ヒャッコクシティ
Hyakkoku City
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Psychic Badge
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Wulfric
ウルップ Urup
Snowbelle City
エイセツシティ
Eisetsu City
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Iceberg Badge

Hoenn

Hoenn
Main article: Hoenn

Hoenn was featured in Generation VI in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, a pair of remakes of the Generation III games Ruby and Sapphire.

First partner Pokémon

As in other remakes, the first partner Pokémon of Hoenn remain the same as they did in Generation III. Professor Birch gives Treecko, Torchic, or Mudkip to the player as thanks for using it to save him from a wild Poochyena.

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Treecko
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Torchic
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Mudkip
Grass Fire Water
Grovyle Grovyle Combusken Combusken Marshtomp Marshtomp
Grass Fire Fighting Water Ground
Sceptile Sceptile Blaziken Blaziken Swampert Swampert
Grass Fire Fighting Water Ground
Sceptile Mega
Sceptile
Blaziken Mega
Blaziken
Swampert Mega
Swampert
Grass Dragon Fire Fighting Water Ground

Gym Leaders

Hoenn's Gym Leaders are the same as they were in Ruby and Sapphire, but with some giving out different TMs than they gave out in Generation III.

Hoenn League
Generation VI Region: Hoenn
Gym Leader
Japanese
Location
Japanese
Type Badge
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Roxanne
ツツジ Tsutsuji
Rustboro City
カナズミシティ
Kanazumi City
Rock Stone Badge.png
Stone Badge
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Brawly
トウキ Tōki
Dewford Town
ムロタウン
Muro Town
Fighting Knuckle Badge.png
Knuckle Badge
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Wattson
テッセン Tessen
Mauville City
キンセツシティ
Kinsetsu City
Electric Dynamo Badge.png
Dynamo Badge
VSFlannery.png
Flannery
アスナ Asuna
Lavaridge Town
フエンタウン
Huen Town
Fire Heat Badge.png
Heat Badge
VSNorman.png
Norman
センリ Senri
Petalburg City
トウカシティ
Touka City
Normal Balance Badge.png
Balance Badge
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Winona
ナギ Nagi
Fortree City
ヒワマキシティ
Hiwamaki City
Flying Feather Badge.png
Feather Badge
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Tate and Liza
フウとラン Fū and Lan
Mossdeep City
トクサネシティ
Tokusane City
Psychic Mind Badge.png
Mind Badge
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Wallace
ミクリ Mikuri
Sootopolis City
ルネシティ
Rune City
Water Rain Badge.png
Rain Badge


Kalos thematic motif

The sixth generation focuses on the concept of beauty and different aspects related to it, such as balance and harmony. Fashion and different forms of art are featured considerably in the newly introduced region, whose name comes from the Greek word for beauty.[3] Xerneas and Yveltal, the game mascots for Pokémon X and Y, reflect the concepts of harmony and balance, being the "Life" and "Destruction" Pokémon, respectively. Team Flare's actions and motives also reflect the beauty theme, as they strive to create "a beautiful world" by any means necessary. X and Y are named for the respective axes and are used to represent different mentalities as well as the ways in which people can find common ground.[3]

Reception

Generation VI advanced competitive play by introducing Mega Evolution, making already powerful Pokémon such as Rayquaza and Mewtwo stronger, and giving unviable Pokémon such as Charizard and Mawile a use in the metagame. The addition of the Fairy-type nerfed several previously prominent Pokémon like Hydreigon and Scrafty, and allowed others such as Clefable and Azumarill to rise in prominence.

Generation VI was largely well-received for hearkening back to Generation I, and making older Pokémon popular again. However, as time went on, Generation VI became more controversial in certain parts of the fandom, with the lower difficulty and the lack of a third version to the X and Y games being prominent criticisms.

Title screens

English title screens

Pokémon X Pokémon Y
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Pokémon Omega Ruby Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
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Japanese title screens

Pokémon X Pokémon Y
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Pokémon Omega Ruby Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
Japanese Omega RubyTitle.png Japanese Alpha SapphireTitle.png

Trivia

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References


Generation I: Red & GreenBlue (JP)Red & BlueYellow
Generation II: Gold & SilverCrystal
Generation III: Ruby & SapphireFireRed & LeafGreenEmerald
Generation IV: Diamond & PearlPlatinumHeartGold & SoulSilver
Generation V: Black & WhiteBlack 2 & White 2
Generation VI: X & YOmega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Generation VII: Sun & MoonUltra Sun & Ultra Moon
Let's Go, Pikachu! & Let's Go, Eevee!‎
Generation VIII: Sword & Shield (The Isle of Armor / The Crown Tundra)
Brilliant Diamond & Shining PearlLegends: Arceus
Generation IX: Scarlet & Violet (The Teal Mask / The Indigo Disk)
Legends: Z-A
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