Gotta Catch 'Em All! - Pokémon Thread

[ZakuConvoy]

Apparently, over 6 MILLION Shiny Wo-Chien were defeated in the Raid event. So now, Shiny Wo-Chien is available via Mystery Gift over the Internet. No code, just use the "Internet" option to download the shiny snail and a bunch more Tera Shards. It lasts until September 30, but get it now before you forget!

And, don't forget, there's a Chien-Pao Raid going on right now, too. If you had something that worked agaisnt Wo-Chien, chances are it'll also be pretty effective against Chien-Pao. Grass and Ice have a lot of the same weaknesses. These Raids are actually a pretty decent way to grind some Herba Mystica for shiny hunting, if you care about that.

 

[Tm_Silverclaw]

People keep saying that.. but I'm lucky to get 2 Herba per like, 10 raids.

 

[ZakuConvoy]

Yeah, it's still far from a "common" drop. But, this is still the boosted rate. It's easier to get in these raids than in "normal" raids. At least, from what I've seen playing online.

 

[Caldwin]

Hey hey! I got the shiny Wo-Chein even though I didn't participate in the raids. Which...you know...yay for me. But if I were one of the ones who busted my ass in those raids and then someone like me who hasn't even touched the game in forever just came along and snatched my prize...I might be pissed.

 

[Tm_Silverclaw]

Ehh.. Most people wern't "Busting their ass" they got a few good builds, then farmed Herba Mystica. ;D

 

[Caldwin]

Yeah, I'm kinda getting that feeling with Chein Pao. I'm going in with a lvl. 100 Urshifu with no real prep behind it. 2 raids so far and I haven't died...knock on wood.

 

[ZakuConvoy]

Yeah, the 5 Star Raids really aren't that bad. They're doable with a playthrough team, really.

And one of the only reasons I'm encouraging people to actually play through the raids is to make sure we all earn the Shinies. Because, I'm not sure if Gamefreak would be strict enough to not release one of them, if people stopped playing. I'm a little worried about Ting-Lu, since that's probably the least popular one. We probably don't have to worry about that, but still. They could be faking these numbers, and we'd never know. It's in their best interest to make it seem like everyone's still playing these games, just for free marketing.

But, if you just don't have the time or interest to do these, I can't blame you. I'm not sure if I'd call these actually "fun". I'm just doing a few each time, because why not? I'm shiny hunting some of the outbreak spawns anyway, so I just do a few Raids while I got the game open and move on.

 

[spikeriley]

McDonald’s Japan’s Pokemon card Happy Meals promotion comes to an unhappy end

Wow, just wow. Even in Japan, scalpers ruin a Pokemon TCG event by buying Happy Meals in bulk because of one exclusive Pikachu card. and this is made worst by the fact they didn't even eat the food they were given.

 

[The Mighty Mollusk]

Scalpers should be scalped.

 

[The Mighty Mollusk]

Password W0RLDSARM0RTA1L for a free Farigiraf.

 

[Caldwin]

Scalpers should be scalped.

I don't know, man. Given some of the stuff that's gone down in Mayhem, a simple scalping seems kinda merciful.

 

[ZakuConvoy]

Legends Z-A will have multiplayer battles!

I'm not sure how I feel about it. Running around the battlefield with you 'mon collecting powerups is kind of reminding me of the Switch Bakugan game everyone's probably forgotten about. This will probably be better than that turned out, but I'm not sure if it's a good comparison to be thinking about. I really just need to get this in hand to see how it feels.

 

[ZakuConvoy]

What's this?! A mystery is afoot!

Spoiler

Yeah, this is just a reveal for Mega Victreebel for Legends Z-A. It's almost disappointing that this isn't for a new game. Or a new Detective Pikachu game. Sorry if I disappointed anyone. I just didn't want to ruin the surprise.

This trailer just kind of makes me want a "horror" game set in the Pokemon world. I think they could actually pull it off.

I do hope we get more trailers like this for the other new Megas. This is kind of a fun surprise. I wasn't expecting a little story, even though they did the same thing with a few new Pokemon for Legends Arceus. They kind of like going to the horror well for the Legends trailers, I guess.

Meet Mega Victreebel, a Newly Discovered Mega-Evolved Pokémon in Pokémon Legends: Z‑A

This newly discovered Mega-Evolved Pokémon appearing in Pokémon Legends: Z-A has a body that’s swollen with sweet-smelling acid.

www.pokemon.com

As for Mega Victreebel itself...yeah, this is another more goofy one. Maybe they're getting all the weird ones out of the way first, before they show us any of the "cool" new ones? But, I don't know, this one is just more fat with a leaf-crown. It's fine, I guess. And I suppose Victreebel needed something, so that people would remember that it exists. I don't think this will end up being one of my favorites, but who knows? Maybe it's special ability or range is really good in battle. Maybe it's secretly really broken and fun to use? It's got some charm. I'm not sure if I want it on my Legend Z-A team or anything. But, it's fine.

 

[ZakuConvoy]

Over 5 MILLION Chien Pao were defeated in the last Raid event. So, now you can get your shiny kitty over the internet. No code required. Along with even more Tera Shards! Again, it lasts until September 30, but get yours before you forget about it.

And remember, the Ting-Lu Raid is happening now. So, show that Bowl-Moose who's boss!

 

[Echowarrior]

Got my shinies, but missed out on the Farigarif. Not happy about that.

Seriously, my job is kicking my keister.

 

[ZakuConvoy]

Entering the ring! A new challenger!

Spoiler

Yeah, I guess this is going to be a thing from now on for probably most of the new Mega Evolutions. We're getting a little animation and a little introduction video. So, we might be getting 24 or so more of these, if the rumors are true.

Mega Hawlucha Enters the Ring in Pokémon Legends: Z‑A

Learn more about the Wrestling Pokémon and how it spreads its wings through Mega Evolution

www.pokemon.com

Hawlucha's such a little show off in the animation, it's cute.

Gotta love Machamp getting some buildup and pyrotechnics.

Aww, giving Hawlucha that little head pat was sweet.

Pretty great reveal of the new Mega. I am a sucker for "Whoa"-filled music.

As for Mega Hawlucha itself? I actually really like this one. I know this is probably based on a champtionship luchador outfit. But, it really reminds me of the Green Ranger or the Gold Ranger from Power Rangers. It's the gold mantle. I think this is the first new Mega that I unreservedly just straight-up LIKE. This one just looks GOOD! Even if they did basically just give Hawlucha a new hat.

 

[ZakuConvoy]

Over 3 MILLION Ting-Lu were defeated in the Raid. So, now you can download your shiny bowl-moose over the internet, along with a bunch of Tera Shards.

And remember, the Chi-Yu Raid is still going. These raid numbers have been steadily decreasing. So, if you're doing them, maybe do a few more, just to be sure we finish off the Shiny Treasures of Ruin. I want my sapphire sardine!


And if you were watching Pokemon Concierge, the next season of four episodes just dropped. So, just a heads up if you want to check that out.


Also...have you met my friend Malamar? He's great! You should meet him too! We should all hang out sometime!

Apparently, they're now teasing the reveal of something next Wednesday. I wonder what it could possibly be? I don't see how they could possibly improve on the perfection that is my friend Malamar.

 

[Caldwin]

With the numbers the other three got, I'd be very disappointed if we dropped the ball on my guppy friend. I've been joining as many as I can find showing up, and I'll continue doing what I can. If for no other reason, I want enough candies to get him up to lvl 100 as soon as I download him.

So here's hoping.