The next batch of fresh Pokémon Sun & Moon news has been confirmed for September 6th. As usual we’re expecting a new trailer detailing a bunch of new information.
Who knows what will be revealed, could it be the evolutions for the Starter Pokémon? More Legendary Pokémon? The secret behind Rockruff’s evolution?!
The news drop will come on September 6 at 10pm JST, 3pm CEST, 4pm BST 9am EDT and 6am PDT. Stay tuned for our coverage of the drop as and when it happens!
See you then!
This is my new wallpaper on my phone.
Definitely going on my team Run Snorelax Run!!!
Same! And I don’t even plan my teams.
I Don’t either yet I choose starters but that’s it
I wonder if Ash’s Snorlax would make a return
Unlikely but that’d be awesome.
So I guess no Alolan Snorlax, but this is pretty cool.
Hey GF, you made a typo ahem, *Pulverizing PanQUAKE
Alolan Snorelax is going to be the best!
Man, I was laughing so hard at that Snorlax.
I love how the trainer stands on it.
Hi are you new here? I was living it!
Loving it!
Huh…..something just occurred to me….unless I’m mistaken we finally have confirmation that Sun and Moon will have day an night specific Pokemon for sure now. With Alolan Ratatta being nocturnal and all, it makes sense…..although I suppose now that I think about it didn’t the Fomantis text say it’s only awake during the day…..Oh well at least we’re getting more proof! lol
I will play at night for that Rattata!
I wonder what Alolan Raticate will look like. Despite being both rats they kind of look different compared to each other already lol
Probably Awesome!!!
Iike the nocturnal pokemon stuff from Gen 2. It was cool and you didn’t see the same stuff 24 hours a day
And Gen 4 does it to.
Yeah but Gen 2 clicks more because crystal
I’ve playing HeartGold recently and I’ll play at night after work usually. So when I played during the day for the first time, I was like “that Pokemon is in this game?”
Yeah I liked that a lot! I do wonder though, it seems like Sun and Moon will have a different way of telling time. According to the leaks we got the games sense of day and night depend on the version. I wonder if that’s true. And if it is, I wonder how it’ll be implemented. I got the feeling it would be similar to GTA or Xenoblade style of telling time.
Gen 4 brought it back. And it looks like with Gen 2’s 20th and Gen 4’s 10th, Day and Night will come again in Gen 7
I don’t really understand it. So regular Snorlax will have a sleeping animation so that it will be doing all these attacking stuff in sleeping animation? When we use Z-Move it will wake up and run like there’s no tomorrow? And then after Z thing is gone it will go back to sleep again?
Essentially….sleeping IS what it does best lol
That’s what makes it great lol.
here’s an idea for a Z-Move
P.T. Flea – Flamming Death
Scrappy Doo – Puppy Power
Jafar – Eternal Reward
Cynthia – Battle Dance
What about Harambe? Is his called “Shots fire-” y’know what, just gonna stop here
Now ratatta is confirmed in alola form it’s almost confimed leaks about growlithe and arcanine alola form is true since in those leaks was mentioned alola ratatta along with its dark type
Bah that means nothing
Unless it’s word for word it’s just a lucky guess
Anyone would pitch a Dark Rattata
People wanted Dark Type Mega Raticate.
That leak only came about after Alolan Forms were revealed…
Put 2 and 2 together….
You get Basculin (2+2= fish joke)
Those leaks come before that announcement in 4chan, but they didnt say it was called “Alola Forms”.
Well they never said Dark/Normal so Isay lucky guess
I wouldn’t say it was a lucky guess. There are only so many times you can be “lucky” before you just actually know what you’re talking about. The leaks don’t need to be 100℅ textually accurate to be real leaks.
You make a fair point
Pre order bonus for Pokemon games?
Crap
So it’s only if you Pre-order or is it like Torchic?
i think its like torchic.
That’s good too! How was torchick distributed?
Like beldum was.
Ohh I never got Torchick for I had no wifi on DS till Pokeball pattern Vivilon
Basically as long as you buy the games and download before the set date you can get it.
I would be fine with figures and a card or something
Yay my Pre ordering pays off!
I feel bad for you (not in a joking way I really do feel sorry)
I kinda protest against pre orders in any form so seeing pokemon do it is insanely frustrating.
I only do it cause I know since school starts and things are in short supply I need to pre order to assure myself that I won’t wait
Geez Pokemon, get a grip on these normal types
ok how scared would you guys be if you saw a snorlax running up to you like that
Terrified
thats gonna be me on sun/moon release day
I would make sure to tie my Focus Sash around my waist.
Pray to whatever God you believe in and brace for impact
I would say I just soiled myself
The part that scares me is that snorlax has always been so calm, and as soon as you active the crystal, his eyes flare up.
Alolan Ratatta, the only one that makes sense
Dick Gumshoe ?
Best AA character by far
I love him. He’s so cute.
I really hope he and Maggey got together over the Timeskip
Sad thing is he’s not in AA 5 or 6… one reason why I haven’t bought them yet. I’ve played the other 5, but I just don’t like the 3ds style
I actually like Dual Destinies best out of all the games. I still havent finished 2 or started three.
He’s clearly meant to be total bara bait ;3
The Team Flare arc is actually insane in the Anime.
Also Mega Gyarados looks so awkward when animated. I get that he’s no longer hovering cos he’s not flying type anymore, but they made it look like a giant slug.
A really fat slug
So far three Rodent based Pokemon have recieved Alolan Forms. A cat, a fox, a palm tree and whatever the hell Marowack is.
It’s interesting cos in real life rodents and cats can live pretty much anywhere.
Arctic foxes are a thing compared to normal foxes.
Palm trees thrive in intense sunlight…
And again I dont know the deal with Marowack…
This
One of the best Disney movies ever
Basically
That would be a perfectly looped gif if Stitch wasn’t so skilled
If only stitch had 6 arms, then it would
Hopefully these Alolan forms rule out megas. The Mega Pokemon we have already should change form during the move, then they deform back after the move.
Team plan has four for my Tournament team
Woooo! Today has had amazing news, but now we can look forward to this and the Animal Crossing Mini Direct. Nintendo’s silence finally ended, right when it needed to. The NX has to be next up.
Gen 6 – Mega Stones
Gen 7 – Z-Crystals
Notice the gimmick for each gen. And the Z-Crystals will only be for those that don’t have Mega Stones like in Gen 6
Yay I hate certain Mega’s I wish they would be demolished a lot
Kangaskhan?
Venusaur is practically untouchable unless your sporting a talonflame or Sunny Flare Blitz
Yes it, Garchomp, Glalie, and other’s
to be fair garchomp isn’t as great since they lower the speed which really comes into play
I wonder if this at all will have an impact on Gen 4 remakes. R/S story was adapted to fit with megastones so it’s possible they may update it somehow. Although I think it’s unlikely since the R/S adaptation made sense given the red/blue stones
I hope they implement the battle frontier in gen 4 remakes. The reaction from ORAS should make them realize that people want this.
They’ll probably make Dialga, Palkia and Giratina have special Z-Moves, just like Solgalio, Lunala and Marshadow
I would be surprised if the BF isn’t in SM’s post game. It was hinted at in ORAS to be in development, so unless they were referring to Sinnoh remakes, I bet they’ll be here
Aside from legendaries, we’re there any pokemon that received exclusive moves (ie Rhyperior with Rock Wrecker)?
I remember Sceptile with Leaf Blade, Blaziken with Blaze Kick and Swampert with Muddy Water.
EDIT: You can find all of them here: http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Signature_move
Back then? Probably. I can’t remember at this point lol
I just watched the direct. Their strategy: the wii u failed, so let’s port our games onto the 3ds! xD Ok, really though, if that mario sports game is polished, it looks to be a really good game. Also I’m not sure if I like sidescrolling pikmin, the fun of the series for me was never about the action, it was about the strategy and exploration, not to mention the time limit (day limit?) which I thought added the adventure and urgency to the games, which made me care more. I guess I’ll know how to feel when more gets revealed. Also did anyone else notice the music during the sun and moon segment? I’m calling it here, that’s the theme that’ll play during the set up (where you choose gender, name, “welcome to the world of pokemon”, etc.). Overall a solid direct IMO.
I could not be happier about Pikmin, since I love the environments and music of the series but hate strategy gameplay. This was my favorite announcement by far.
Eh. My hopes are:
– day limit
– no “levels”, but areas that take more than one day to clear
– exploration
So will snorlium be an event exclusive item like the blazekinite?
Well, at least until oras.
Yes I hope it’s going on my team as well
The team choice is hard this time. I’ll probably use him on moon.
My team will be awesome to me at least
Stoked Sparksurfer is probably the DUMBEST name for something Gamefreak has ever created, and may ever create. Also, Z-moves seem OP as hell and that makes me hesitant to like them.
Remember though we saw Pikachu use the normal z-move on a rowlet. Assuming that ev and iv’s are as low as allowable in the game, the pikachu did only about 70% to the Rowlet. Their clearly strong moves, but it seems that their only OHKO’s if their super effective.
That still seems troubling though..like a free OHKO just cause it’s super effective seems extremely broken. I also think that a pokemon should only be able to use Z-moves that correspond to their type.
Well then Protect’s about to see a lot more use in the Meta. Really if you can just protect the move or you switch in to a pokemon that can body the move, your golden.
But that’s only if you can predict it. Also we’re going to see the same strategies used over again with protect and such.
If this can be make you feel better, the italian translation for Snorlax signature move is “Now I’ll take it seriously”
My team so far for moon (I’m getting only one) it won’t show for some reason so I’ll say it instead
Popplio
Komala
Mimikyu
Alolan Sandslash
Turtornator
Snorlax
Popplio
Pikipek
Lurantis
Ninte Tales – A
Mimikyu
(???)
Also maybe Snorlax or Alola Ratata
Sun:
Rowlet
Mimikyu
Salandit
Oricorio
Stufful (you read that right, I love Stufful, hate Bewear)
Moon:
Snorlax (munchlax will be my starter)
Give Stufful Eviolite
Of course.
Moon:
Rowlet
Alola Exeggutor?/Alolan Marowak?
Pyukumuku?
Wimpod?
*All the ? are not sure yet
Ok I would go for Pyukumuku it’s pure water type so less weaknesses
Bewear- I love teddy bears
Mudsdale- I love the horses he’s based off of
Oricorio- mainly Sensu but the others are cute too
Drampa- I find him oddly adorable
Wishiwashi- It’s school form is terrifying and I love it
Litten- I love cats and I like it possible final evolution
(Alolan Raichu if I don’t find a mudsdale soon :3)
STUFFUL
neeeeverrmind!
https://www.reddit.com/r/pokemon/comments/50o000/psa_munchlax_is_not_a_preorder_bonus/
YAY! I hate preordering games 😀
You are a smart one
I like seeing the version exclusives and different plotlines first
I’m buying both anyway this time.
I never get both. My brother usually gets the other. He stopped playing though so now I own all of them starting at B/W. I would own HG AND SS, and we used to, but then HG got destroyed along with our copy of Brain Age.
I do that with my boyfriend, except for X because we both love Xerneas haha. This time I’ll get Sun and he’ll get Moon 🙂
My brother does that too, but then I buy the opposite version to replay.
Literally why though? I like the poster we often get.
“You’re paying for a game unfinished and could be absolutely rushed and terrible” ~Star: 2016
Pokemon terrible when Earthen learns the move fly.
It’s Pokemon. Anyone here who says they won’t buy it no matter what is lying to themselves. This way I can prepay.
I like picking after Version exclusives and plot lines come out
Sure, pre-ordering for something like pokemon is probably safer than most other AAA games, but there is always that possibility of a terrible day one bug or glitch that makes it unplayable or something like that
I agree about the AAA games, but even then if you’re invested in a story, you will get the sequels no matter what…
Personally the only games I’ve ever pre ordered were Pokemon Y and OmegaRuby.
I usually buy games around a week or two after release.
Yay that’s good on your end! I still preorder
Can you explain why? You’re paying for a game unfinished and could be absolutely rushed and terrible
Because I only get like 3ish video games a year and I only get ranging from Pokemon, Yo-Kai watch (since last year), and Kirby so I don’t have to fear sell out stores I put $5 down to assure myself I don’t lose my games and have to wait
But if you only get 3 games a year, why can’t you wait? It isn’t like you’re rushing to play it to move on the the next game in line. You probably wont have to wait longer than a week to get it if it’s sold out. I mean, it’s your money, do what ever with it, but I really dont think it’s wise to pre order in any situation
I mostly did it after I wanted conquest and went to 3 stores before I found one last copy at Bestbuy
I’d go crazy if I had to wait a week for sun and moon.
Imagine living in Europe.
I had to (actually from a pre-order against my better judgement) for ORAS
Your stronger than I.
You’re.
I actually always wait a couple of weeks to buy new releases.
I would have to hide in a basement with no internet for a day watching Kirby Right back at ya to easy the pain
I have so many good memories watching that show.
I don’t think you’ll ever have to worry about a Pokemon game selling out from ALL stores lol
Conquest did for a while
In my opinion if it’s a game you’re going to get anyway, regardless of reviews, you may as well pre order. Not like your gonna change your mind no matter what people say…
…i’d say Pokemon falls into that category for the majority of people on here.
I guess, but lots of people were going to get Assasin’s Creed Unity day one, but pre ordered instead. And… that was a disaster
True, but again the hardcore fans, or people invested in the story would have bought it anyway.
Plus these days we have the option to trade in games when we get bored of them, so there’s that…
Anyone here who says they won’t buy whatever trash Pokemon game comes along is lying to themselves. Often I only preorder a month or so ahead. You can also preord r and get the bonus one day from release, so . . .
I just like to be reassured yet we al have are options
Also found on Reddit
https://www.reddit.com/r/pokemon/comments/50ojsy/megas_are_returning_you_guys_dang_chill/
Yay Me Mega’s can come but I don’t care as long as they aren’t bad
I never doubted it. I don’t think there will be any new megas this gen, but I certainly don’t think they’d dump a huge enhancement to the series after only one gen.
Yerp lol
I wonder what the reaction would be like if they revealed the evolution of the starters and they’re completely different from the leaks. Would be a spectacle to behold.
Me could go anyway too laid back to care.
It’s the evolutions of the starter evolutions that leaked. We have no idea what the middle ones look like.
The middle stage always offers a glimpse towards the final stage, so one can never be sure. At this point, I believe the leaks are 100% true considering the Mallow find and whatnot.
Quilladin doesn’t resemble Chesnaught at all.
There are bound to be exceptions and outliers to every statement, rule, etc… but it was more of a general statement.
I didn’t intend to undermine you, I was just pointing it out. XD
No offense taken. Quilladin slipped my mind in all honesty; was thinking more along the lines of Servine to Serperior, Dewott to Samurott, etc… xD
It was more profound in earlier generation, especially Gen 1 and 2. The starters literally evolved into bigger versions of themselves.
There’s always one that looks like the final one. Think about Braixen, Pignite, Grotle, etc.
But it has that same “shell” idea going on
Yeah, like I’ve said before, it would be the biggest coincidence in video game history if it wasn’t real.
The internet would melt into a chaotic frenzy. The world would cease to make sense. Japanese streets would be burning, and Gamefreak executives will be sitting in their comfy recliner chairs stroking their cats…
All while bathing in trillions of ¥.
You mean Littens?
What if they were all elaborate fakes from GF for this very reason.
Then GameFreak will have literally become TrollFreak.
I’d be fine with it
Rowlets is cool,but I’m guessing they may have a better idea
Popplio’s will end up rule 34 fodder (Maybe near Milotic and Gardevoir levels)
And I can’t like the Litten evo… I just… it looks wrong to me
I’m not going to lie, I’m seriously enjoying Z-Moves right now. At least everyone knows that Z-Crystals are hold items your Pokemon must hold to use Z-Moves. So, if Megas do return, they will not be able to use Z-Moves; except Mega Rayquaza. I absolutely love the Ghost and Fighting Type Z-Moves. The Ghost Z-Move animation is just perfect! Also, the Fighting Type one is just a Hyper Close Combat. Lastly, I think the “secret” CoroCoro said Rowlet, Litten, Poppilo, and Rockruff have will have to with custom Z-Moves to them. It currently makes the most sense, but I guess we’ll see on September 6th. Here’s to hoping for starter evos!
I think that they will make a Rayquazanite to balance Mega Rayquaza. It neeeeds to be balanced bad
(Cough cough JADE ORB cough cough)
I think we will get the starter evolutions on the 6th. I think it’s about time to reveal them. Could also do with maybe 3-4 new Pokemon to keep the speculation going. Maybe a couple of Alola Forms.
Z-moves don’t really excite me that much, it’s something that will be more apparent when we start actually playing the game, so they don’t really need to reveal too much about them in terms of the different names e.t.c
Pride called, he wants his attack back
The upcoming anime episode titles for XY&Z have not been released and usually, we always know two episodes in advance in terms of titles, but we’re already at EP 41 and we don’t know the titles OR have any clues as to what the future entails (usually we get a summary from a magazine) for Episodes 42, 43, and 44 which seem to conclude the Team Flare Arc. This has never happened in the history of the anime.
It could potentially be due to them wanting to hide major plot devices that fans may be able to pick out such as a death (VERY possible from where things are going), Lysandre’s Plan B, or Perfect Zygarde/Sun and Moon promotion beginning.
You’re a bit off there. We usually know titles a month in advance (four to five episodes), not two episodes in advance. The rest of what you’ve said makes sense. As I said yesterday, they’re probably waiting for the official reveal of Synchro on the 6th. I thought it would be last night, but clearly I was wrong.