An update featured within the
goods section of the official Pokémon Movie 12 website has brought with it a very intriguing image. A set of key chains revealed featuring Pokémon said to appear in the 12th movie shows three indistinguishable images (as shown in the image on the right). While we have little to go on confirming exactly what these three question marked key chains may be, they are certainly creating quite a buzz around online Pokémon communities - and with good reason.
With HeartGold and SoulSilver finally dated for release and still no sign of Generation 5 on the horizon, these could very well be the shadows of three brand new Pokémon. However, they could simply be new formes of currently existing Pokémon set to appear in HG and SS, or something along the lines of the notched-ear Pichu. There's even the chance the images are merely secret merchandise containing no new Pokémon or formes at all. I'd personally like to hope they're completely new (it's about time we saw some sign of Gen 5's existence), but only time will tell. The 12th movie is set to premiere in Japan on July 18th (less than a month away), so we should have our answers soon.
You can be sure we'll let you know once the pictures are revealed. In the meantime, speculate away =)
I just want to thank everyone who has been following the Nemesis Generation so far, posting feedback etc. I'm away for a week, so there will be a slight gap in updates until then!
An update on the official HeartGold/SoulSilver website has given out the official release dates of HeartGold and SoulSilver, revealing that the games are set to be released in Japan on September 12th 2009. The date was given away on a downloadable wallpaper that can be acquired via this link:
http://www.pokemon.co.jp/special/hgss/special/wallpaper.htmlThe game likely won't see appearances in the US or the UK for a while now, but it's likely that the game will hit the US around Spring 2010, and the UK/Europe getting it in early Summer 2010, similar to how Diamond/Pearl/Platinum were released.
Welcome back to the Lab! Today, we are showcasing Parrat's final form, Spectain.
#009 Spectain
Water/Ghost Type
Ghost Pirate Pokemon
It was once said that when a Parrotain's life with the ocean was nearing it's end, the Pokemon would evolve in to this final form, Spectain. In the wild it is sometimes seen patrolling oceans at night, searching for souls to take with it as a crew.
Like the rest of it's evolutionary line, Spectain's stats slightly favor special type moves. however, it seems that the Pokemon prefers a combination of the moves Curse and Aqua Ring, to slowly torment the foe whilst restoring its own health. Along with these, it has also been known to use a variety of moves such as Surf, Shadow Ball, X-Scissor and Night Slash. As with Parrotain before it, Spectain's ability is Intimidating Presence, which may make the foe unable to attack.
For obvious reasons, the sight of a Spectain strikes terror in to many trainers. However, some, mostly those hand raised, have been known to have caring natures despite their external appearance. These Pokemon have been seen to sink their metal hooks in to their prey, leaving them unable to escape.
We shall be taking a small break, but join myself and Rain in a few days to see even more Pokemon from the Nemesis Generation!
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Thanks again to Rain!
Spectain's Dex entry
Welcome back to the Lab! Today, I'm pleased to introduce you to Parrotain!
#008 Parrotain
Water Type
Pirate Pokemon
After evolution, this Pokemons love for the sea just grows stronger and stronger! In the wild it is often seen ordering around smaller water type Pokemon as its makeshift crew. Some have been quite successful, having sailed hundreds of miles across the oceans.
For some odd reason, other Pokemon seem obliged to follow orders from Parrotain, and it is this beneficial attribute that grants the Pokemon its unique Intimidating Presence ability. Any Pokemon with at least one stat lower than Parrotain may be intimidated when faced with Parrotain, leaving it with a 10% chance of not being able to attack.
Like Parrat before it, Parrotains' specialty is in its' special based moves. Saying this, however, its new Metal Claw move, gained upon evolution, can often come in handy during tight battles! It is currently unknown why the metal hook develops upon evolution. Some think the Pokemon may simply be holding it as a weapon, where others believe it to be a part of its' arm. Some trainers have been known to shy away from Parrotain, and even abandon it after evolving from Parrat, due to the fear of what it may become in the future.
So, if you dare, join us tomorrow to learn all about Pokemon #009 Spectain!
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Thanks again to Rain!
Parrotain's Dex entry
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Welcome back to the Lab! Thanks to the quick work of Rain, I am able to present to you Pokemon #007 Parrat!
#007 Parrat
Water Type
Pirate Pokemon
Out of all of the Pokemon I have seen during my work, Parrat is by far one of the oddest. It seems to be a kind of parrot, but loves the ocean. It keeps one eye closed at all times, to give the impression that it is wearing an eye patch.
As you would imagine, Parrat is well adapted to the water and, although it prefers to fly above the water, can swim well if it is really needed. Their specialty lies in their special attack and special defense although their regular defense isn't too shabby either. As with the other Pokemon I offer to new trainers, Parrat has an ability that ups its water type moves when things are getting tough, however, it loses the Torrent ability upon evolution.
Although Parrat was first discovered living by the ocean, they have now adapted to enjoy living on land too, provided they have a caring trainer to look after them. And, of course, to take them to the sea from time to time! They once had a bad reputation, as they were only seen being trained by pirates. This image has seem to have faded, however.
Parrat evolves at level 16 in to tomorrow's Pokemon, Parrotain.
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Thanks again to Rain!
Parrat's Dex entry
Welcome back to the Lab! I would like you all to meet Pokemon #006 Metcano!.
#005 Metcano
Fire/Steel Type
Volcano Pokemon
The rock shell that Turvolca sported has developed to a solid steel in its' final form of Metcano. The Pokemon uses the gaps in the amour to spew forth fire and lava which is used in its' attacks. During battle, excess flame can be seen shooting from its' tail.
Like Turvolca before it, Metcano has the Solid Rock ability, meaning it is a hard Pokemon to take down. The added bonus of being a steel type means that it cannot be poisoned, a tactic which would have been effective against the previous form. As with both Turmolta and Turvolca, Metcano does not have an amazing attack stat but can pull off a variety of moves if needs be. Perhaps the best strategy when training a Metcano is to focus on attacks to lengthen the battle and weakening the other Pokemon's stats before making the final blows with a Steel Head or Flamethrower attack.
Although they look rather intimidating, Metcano are known to be rather caring, particularly towards friendly trainers. It has been said that the oldest Metcano can live for over a hundred years, strengthening its steel hide as it grows.
The final studies are still being conducted on our next Pokemon, Parrat, so there will be no report tomorrow, but join us in a few days to see our findings!
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Thanks again to Rain!
Metcano's Dex entry
Welcome back to the Lab! Today, we say hello to Pokemon #004 Turvolca.
#005 Turvolca
Fire/Rock Type
Volcano Pokemon
A Turmolta evolves when the lava on its' back hardens to rock. These provide a prtective shell around the Pokemon, which help to bolster it's defenses even more so. It is said that these rocks are what provide the Pokemon with the Solid Rock ability, which halves all super effective moves used against it.
This ability is rarely seen, with the powerful Rhyperior being the only other known Pokemon to sport it. As in that case, Turvolca benefits hugely as it is weak to many types, some doubly so. However, such an advantage does come at a cost, and for Turvolca it is in a loss of attack power. The Pokemon has adapated to this, however, and prefers to use moves to wear the opponent down.
In fact, through my studies I have found that Turvolca loves nothing more than frustrating foes by leading them in to long drawn out battles, which usually tires the foe out. It has been seen to use moves such as Taunt to do this and also favors Stealth Rock. A few of The fire type moves that Turvolca has in it's arsenal have a chance to burn the foe, leaving Turvolca to watch as they slowly lose their health.
Join us again tomorrow to see the final form of Turmolta and Turvolca; Metcano!
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Thanks again to Rain!
And now for the Dex entry and original sprite for Turvolca.
Welcome back to the Lab! Today, I will be showcasing Pokemon #004 Turmolta!
#004 Turmolta
Fire Type
Lava Pokemon
Turmolta is another of the Pokemon that I offer to starting trainers, mainly due to the fact that it loves the company of humans. This can prove problematic however, as special glands in this Pokemon's back produce a hot lava which seeps through pores on its' back. Due to this, trainers must be careful where young Turmoltas', who find it hard to control their lava, stand in case they burn the floor or ground beneath them.
Turmmolta isn't very fast, and whilst its' attack power is average its' advantages lie in its' defenses, both of which are above normal standards. Being a mainly defensive Pokemon, Turmolta favours neither special or physical attacks and and has been known to often use the moves Ember and Headbutt attacks.
Like Florabbits' Overgrow ability, Turmolta's Blaze ability increases the power of it's fire type moves when it's health is low.
Jupon reaching level 14, Turmolta evolves in to tomorrow's featured Pokemon, Turvolca.
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Thanks again to Rain!
And now for the Dex entry and original sprite for Turmolta.
