June 2011 News

Thursday: Episode Pictures + Character Biography + Episode Title

30-06-2011 13:59 BST / 08:59 EDT by Serebii

The news lull has hit, and so, I would like you to send in your site ideas. News can come at any time so keep checking back
With the first summer since the release of Generation V about to begin, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 13:59 BST

Zorua the Movie! Legend of the Pok�mon Knight!

In The Anim� Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Episode Pictures

As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash & Co. meeting up with a trainer called Luke who is creating a film starring his Pok�mon; Zorua. The Anim�Dex has been updated with the vast contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers;

In The Anim� Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Character Biography

With the new episode that just aired in Japan, I have been able to create a biography on the new recurring character introduced in this episode; Luke. Be warned though as these biographies contain major spoilers. Click the respective picture to go to the page

In The Anim� Department

Japanese Episode Title

Another new episode title has been revealed for an episode airing this July. This episode is the second part of a four part episode featuring the Don George Battle Tournament in Nimbasa City. It is set to air on July 21st following a week break for the airing of last year's move; Zoroark: Master of Illusions and is followed by a one week break the following week

Episode 701: Fierce Fighting Don Battle! Snivy VS Pawniard!!

Until Next Time, See Ya

Wednesday: Pok�mon Black & White: Global Link Upgrades

29-06-2011 09:12 BST / 04:12 EDT by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Black & White: Global Link Upgrades

The Global Link just came up from its 24 hour special maintenance and has brought various improvements. Firstly, you now have the ability to get a fifth row of spots to grow your berries. The exact Dream Point figure for this has yet to be determined. Secondly, you now have the ability to get more Dream Pals. Previously, there was a limit of 10 Dream Pals in your list, but now this limit has increased to 20. These improvements have been rolled out across all the Global Link and is fully accessible. As well as this, the maintenance on July 12th shall also add the Global Battle Union Season 1 rankings. If we find any more improvements, this update shall be ammended

Until Next Time, See Ya

Tuesday: Pok�mon Black & White: Wonder Launcher + Various Site Updates

28-06-2011 11:58 BST / 06:58 EDT by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Black & White: Game Mechanics - Wonder Launcher

Recently, I have been asked to go further in-depth into the effects of the various parts of the special battle mode; the Wonder Launcher. Speficially, the mechanics behind the various items specific to the mode including how they activate, what they activate and how much of a boost they give. As such, I've updated the Wonder Launcher section and the ItemDex with these details. Click the image to go to our Wonder Launcher page.
In addition to this, there have been a variety of minor updates to various parts of the site in both cleaning up and added functionality such as within the BW Pok�dex

Until Next Time, See Ya

Sunday: Pok�mon of the Week

26-06-2011 20:14 BST / 15:14 EDT by Serebii

The news lull has hit, and so, I would like you to send in your site ideas.
With the first summer since the release of Generation V about to begin, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 20:14 BST

In The Pok�mon of the Week Department

Who's That Pok�mon

Today marks the twenty-fifth entry into the Generation V competitive field with a classic Pok�mon. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writer Reno. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum. Today, we are covering a Pok�mon introduced within third generation. It is very territorial. It repels foes by setting off tremors that extend over a three-mile radius. As a result of causing tremors by thrashing about, it developed the ability to foretell real quakes. So here it is, the twenty-fifth featured Pok�mon, Whiscash.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Saturday: Pok�mon Black & White Dub Title

25-06-2011 08:14 BST / 03:14 EDT by Serebii

The news lull has hit, and so, I would like you to send in your site ideas. Be sure to check the Rotom Week of the Pok�mon of the Week each day this week for a new form
With the first summer since the release of Generation V about to begin, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 08:13 BST

In The Anime Department

Dub Episode Title

A new dub title was revealed by the CN TV Schedule. This is the episode title for the twenty-third episode of Black & White and the 684th episode total. This episode features Ash's gym battle in Castelia City and shows that the Team Rocket VS Team Plasma episodes still do not have a timeframe for release. This episode is to be called Battling For The Love of Bug-Types! and is scheduled to air on the 9th of July. Click the picture for synopsis and episode pictures;

Until Next Time, See Ya

Thursday: Pok�mon Best Wishes: Episode Pictures

23-06-2011 14:20 BST / 09:20 EDT by Serebii

The news lull has hit, and as such, over the past few days I have been updating the site with various bugfixes, new aesthetics and features. Be sure to check the Rotom Week of the Pok�mon of the Week each day this week for a new form
With the first summer since the release of Generation V about to begin, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 14:22 BST

In The Anim� Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Episode Pictures

As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode, previously delayed from airing in April, features Ash & Co. partaking in a Fishing Contest. However, the fishing contest is not all it appears to be. The Anim�Dex has been updated with the vast contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers;

Until Next Time, See Ya

Tuesday: Pok�mon Global Link Downloads + Game Mechanics

21-06-2011 11:27 BST / 06:27 EDT by Serebii

The news has slowed up for a bit, but there's likely to be more round a corner, we have a massive summer ahead of us. Be sure to check the Rotom Week of the Pok�mon of the Week each day this week for a new form
With the first summer since the release of Generation V about to begin, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 22:40 BST
Edit @ 22:40 BST: Global Link Downloads

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Black & White: Global Link Downloads

The Japanese Global Link site has update giving further details of the special movie tie ins. These tie-ins go with the upcoming movie; Victini & The Black Hero: Zekrom and Victini & The White Hero: Reshiram. In addition to the special Dream Isle announced last week, there will be Reshiram & Zekrom C Gear downloads from July 13th 2011 to October 4th 2011. You will only get one of the C Gears, depending on which Pok�mon you first put to sleep into your Dream World and then take to the Eindoak Dream Isle. In addition to this, a Victini Pok�Doll furniture is being released to coincide with it. However, it will require a password given at a later date.

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Black & White: Game Mechanics - Protection

One of the more requested Game Mechanic pages is a page detailling the aspects of the various moves which protect you. In Black & White, two new moves with different effects were introduced which protect the user and their allies. This page details the effects of each move, what moves can break through it and what they prevent. Click the image to go to the page.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Sunday: Black & White Pok�mon Musical + TCG Promos + Pok�mon of the Week

19-06-2011 14:27 BST / 09:27 EDT by Serebii

The past few weeks have been very big, with the announcement of three new games, the release of one and a variety of events. Be sure to check the past updates for details. This update shall be ammended with the Pok�mon of the Week later
With the first summer since the release of Generation V about to begin, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 19:14 BST
Edit @ 19:14; Pok�mon of the Week

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Pok�mon Centre Musical

For those of you with the Japanese Black & White games, another new Pok�mon Musical has been announced. This musical is to tie in with various merchandise at the Pok�mon Centres in Japan. The musical, entitled; Pok�mon Centre de Fashion ♪ is going to be available to download on the Japanese Global Link from July 8th 2011 all the way through up to December 27th 2011 giving you plenty of time to gain access to it. We'll bring more as we get it

In The TCG Department

McDonalds Happy Meal Promos

In America on Friday, a new promotion started in McDonalds restaurants in which you can get a toy with a Happy Meal. However, in addition to the toy, you also obtained one of twelve different cards. These cards make up a mini set containing many cards which haven't been released in America yet. As such, with thanks to SkittyOnWailord for scanning, we have added them to our extensive Card Database and updated the Card Dex with these cards.

In The Pok�mon of the Week Department

Who's That Pok�mon

Today marks the twenty-third entry into the Generation V competitive field with a special week of entries. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writer Reno. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum. Today, we are covering a Pok�mon introduced within fourth generation. It has the ability of going into various appliances. As its alternate forms now have differing types, each day this coming week will have a new form of Rotom uploaded, each with its own strategies and counters. So here it is, the twenty-fourth featured Pok�mon, Rotom.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Saturday: Pok�mon Card Game: How To Play DS

18-06-2011 09:57BST / 04:57 EDT by Serebii

The news keeps coming
With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 09:57 BST

In The Games/TCG Department

Pok�mon Card Game: How To Play DS

This one slipped under the radar, being announced last week but with screens coming today courtesy of Duel Portal. A new TCG Beginning Set has been announced in Japan. This set appears to have cards from the previous Beginning Set released in September last year, but has a difference. This set comes with a DS game. This game; Pok�mon Card Game: How To Play DS is less of a game but more of a resource to teach you the aspects of the Trading Card Game. It has the rulebook for the TCG as well as tutorials. After you have gone through the tutorials, you can also face up against 5 different CPU characters. This set and game is due out in Japan on August 5th 2011. Click the image for pre-release details and screenshots

Until Next Time, See Ya

Friday: Super Pok�mon Scramble + Battle Theme Deck: Victini

17-06-2011 09:16 BST / 04:16 EDT by Serebii

Loads of news recently, be sure to check previous updates for the plethora of news
With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 20:31 BST
Edit @ 09:34; Super Pok�mon Scramble images | Edit @ 20:31; Purchase Bonuses

In The Games Department

Super Pok�mon Scramble Images - High Quality Images

Nintendo has released high quality images of the images released earlier this week through their press firm. These images depict the various modes of Super Pok�mon Scramble and all of the new features within it. As such, the images within our Super Pok�mon Scramble section have been updated with these higher resolution images. Click the image to go to our pre-release picture page
Edit: Several bonuses for Super Pok�mon Scramble has been announced. There are three different bonuses that all get given with Super Pok�mon Scramble if you purchase at one of several stores including Toys 'R' Us, 7/11 and the Pok�mon Centres. First, you'll get a Pikachu paper-craft, which matches the model used for Pikachu in-game. Next, you'll get a collection of Pok�mon AR Markers for Pok�dex 3D and finally, you will get several passwords which unlock various Pok�mon such as Groudon in the game. We'll bring more when it comes

In The TCG Department

Battle Theme Deck: Victini

Today in Japan, the new Battle Theme Deck was released. This deck features two half decks that focus around the mirage Pok�mon; Victini and feature a variety of Pok�mon that have yet to be shown in the card game. As such, I have updated our extensive card database with details of the cards in this set with thanks to Sabonea Masukippa for translation. In addition to this, I have also added a dozen new BW Promos released in Japan the past few months. Click the image to go to the Battle Theme Deck page;

Until Next Time, See Ya

Thursday: Pok�mon Black & White Dream World Expansion + Episode Pictures

16-06-2011 12:09 BST / 07:09 EDT by Serebii

This update shall be ammended as the day goes on
With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 14:19 BST
Edit @ 14:19; Episode Pictures Added

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Dream World Expansion

A New Dream World home has been announced. This home, due for release in the Japanse Dream World on July 16th 2011, is to match the locale; Eindoak in the movies; Victini & The Black Hero: Zekrom and Victini & The White Hero: Reshiram. It is currently unknown if this home comes with new furniture or any new areas such as the Pok�mon Caf�. However, it is said that if you put Reshiram or Zekrom to sleep in it, some special features shall occur. We'll bring more as we know it

Fossil Revival! Ancient Mysterious Bird Archeops!!

In The Anim� Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Episode Pictures

As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash & Co. witnessing the revival of the Pok�mon Archen and features Ash & co. helping Archen learn to fly. The Anim�Dex has been updated with the vast contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers;

Until Next Time, See Ya

Wednesday: Pok�mon Scramble Section + More Images + Black & White: Emerging Powers Announced

15-06-2011 07:27 BST / 02:27 EDT by Serebii

Two new games announced in the past month, one of them out...another due next month. No more news lull. This update may be updated throughout the day
With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 18:41 BST
Edit @ 12:41; Scramble Game Modes page created | Edit @ 18:41; Pok�mon TCG Set Announced

In The Games Department

Super Pok�mon Scramble Images

Various new images from Super Pok�mon Scramble have been released from the official site. These images don't show many new details, but do show that the Pok�mon you encounter via Street Pass, are then battleable in-game, similar to StreetPass Quest in the 3DS. These Pok�mon appear as bosses in the areas. It also shows that the game is far larger than its predecessor with a variety of different locales. Click the image to go to the pre-release picture page.
Edit: I have created a page detailling the various Game Modes including the returning modes, local co-op and the new modes including the fascinating Charge Battle.

In The TCG Department

Pok�mon Black & White: Emerging Powers

The Pok�mon Company has just announced the release of the next TCG set in the west. This set; Black & White: Emerging Powers is due for release this August 31st with 98 cards. These cards are the remainder of the cards from the Black & White collections in Japan as well as the inclusion of the Battle Strength Decks featuring Cobalion, Terrakion and Virizion. It also has the special artwork cards for Tornadus and Thundurus. Finally, it has two theme decks due for release August 17th; Toxic Tricks & Power Play based on Scolipede and Krookodile respectively. In addition to that, like the previous set, this set includes codes for the Pok�mon TCG Online game. We'll bring more details including setlists as August hits.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Monday: Pok�mon Scramble Images + Black & White Movie Giveaway + Global Link Musical

13-06-2011 08:25 BST / 03:25 EDT by Serebii

CoroCoro news could come any moment so check back repeatedly
With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 08:40 BST
Edit @ 08:40; Scramble Pictures

In The Games Department

Super Pok�mon Scramble Images

Various new images from Super Pok�mon Scramble have been released. These images show that Pok�mon of all generations are found within the game and also show the various modes of the game. It also shows that the bottom screen is used as a Heads-Up Display that allows you to see how many coins you have earned, who you have defeated and so forth. More news and screens are expected over the next couple of days. Click the image to go to the pre-release picture page.

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Movie Giveaway

The final details of the upcoming giveaway to tie in with the movies due for release on July 16th in Japan. The Zekrom, given away if you have Pok�mon Black is at Level 100, holds the Dragon Gem and has the moves; Bolt Strike, Fusion Bolt, Haze & Outrage. The Reshiram given away if you have Pok�mon White is also at Level 100, holds the Dragon Gem and has the moves; Blue Flare, Fusion Flare, Mist & Draco Meteor. Haze & Mist are included due to their Japanese names of Black Fog & White Fog. No further details have been announced. The Event Database has been updated with details of this giveaway

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Pok�mon Smash Musical

For those of you with the Japanese Black & White games, the new Pok�mon Musical is available for download on the Global Link. This musical, titled Pok�mon Smash after the variety show which airs in Japan weekly, is accessible via password and obtainable until August 30th 2011. This is the first musical released since the launch of the game

Until Next Time, See Ya

Sunday: Pok�mon of the Week

12-06-2011 20:13 BST / 15:13 EDT by Serebii

After the news lull near the end of last month, we've had a busy week with a new game release and a new game announcement. Be sure to check the previous updates for them
With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 20:13 BST

In The Pok�mon of the Week Department

Who's That Pok�mon

Today marks the twenty-third entry into the Generation V competitive field with a Pok�mon introduced in the fifth generation. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writer Reno. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum. Today, we are covering a Pok�mon introduced within fifth generation. It wields the fur on its arms like a whip. Its arm attacks come with such rapidity that they cannot even be seen. So here it is, the twenty-third featured Pok�mon, Mienshao.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Saturday: Super Pok�mon Scramble Details + Dub Title

11-06-2011 10:12 BST / 05:12 EDT by Serebii

CoroCoro is due out in a few days so we could have information from it at any moment so keep checking back
If you have any site ideas, send them in. With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 15:58 BST
Edit @ 15:58; Dub Episode Title

In The Games Department

Super Pok�mon Scramble Confirmed

Some new details have come out regarding the upcoming game; Super Pok�mon Scramble, due for release in Japan on July 28th. The details released are in regards to various modes and features, as well as the box-art and are as follows;
The game runs similar to before and has you go through a variety of areas obtaining Pok�mon as you go through. Pok�mon are obtained by chance when you defeat other Pok�mon. Like before, there is a boss at the end of each area. You also have the ability to obtain Pok�mon through communication with friends with the game. Like before, Pok�mon of the same species may know different moves, and you can teach them even stronger moves. Several other modes were also detailed
Pok�mon Collection Battle Challenge: This mode has you battle through all the Pok�mon you have collected. If you win the battle, you proceed to areas with stronger Pok�mon.
Battle Royale: This mode is where you all the other Pokemon are your enemies. Many Pokemon keep attacking each other until one is left in the ring, as they come attacking from all sides while you fight them off.
Charge Battle: This mode has you against groups of tem Pok�mon and as usual, the task here is to defeat them all. Blow them away, and you win
StreetPass: Using the StreetPass feature of the Nintendo 3DS, you can battle other players as you pass by them

In The Anime Department

Dub Episode Title

A new dub title was revealed by the MSN TV Schedule. This is the episode title for the twenty-second episode of Black & White and the 681st episode total. This episode features Ash & Co. entering Castelia City to find it is infested with Venipede. This episode is to be called A Venipede Stampede and is scheduled to air on the 2nd of July. Click the picture for synopsis and episode pictures;

Until Next Time, See Ya

Thursday: Super Pok�mon Scramble Confirmed + Episode Pictures + Smash Musical

09-06-2011 07:56 BST / 02:56 EDT by Serebii

Be sure to check the past few updates. Update will be updated later today for Episode Pictures
If you have any site ideas, send them in. With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 15:46 BST
Edit @ 08:13; Pok�mon Smash Musical Dated | Edit @ 15:46; Episode Pictures

In The Games Department

Super Pok�mon Scramble Confirmed

Following on from yesterday's rumour, the official site has revealed that Super Pok�mon Scramble is the upcoming game. This game, for release on the Nintendo 3DS in Japan on July 28th 2011, is a sequel to the popular WiiWare version, is developed by Ambrella, and features the Pok�mon from Pok�mon Black & White and follows the same game mechanics. It has single player modes as well as a two player local play mode. No WiFi mode has been announced. No further details about this game have been given but more are likely from CoroCoro next week. Be sure to check back for more and click the image for both pre-release images

Connoisseur Detective Cilan! The Audino Disappearance Case!!!

In The Anim� Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Episode Pictures

As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash & Co. helping an investigation into the disappearance of the Audino in the city. The Anim�Dex has been updated with the vast contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers;

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Pok�mon Smash Musical

The official site has updated giving the details on the first new downloadable musical for Japanese Pok�mon Black & White games. This musical, titled Pok�mon Smash, will be downloadable on Japanese Pok�mon Black & White games through the Global Link from June 13th 2011 to August 30th 2011. Further details, such as the style of the musical, have yet to be given

Until Next Time, See Ya

Wednesday: Pok�dex 3D Coverage Continues + New Pok�mon Game Rumour

08-06-2011 08:42 BST / 03:42 EDT by Serebii

Be sure to check the past few updates.
If you have any site ideas, send them in. With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 18:55 BST
Edit @ 18:55; New Pok�mon game rumour

In The Games Department

Pok�dex 3D - Game Release

Following on from yesterday's update from the game's launch, various new aspects are being found about Pok�dex 3D. This game is giving new random Pok�mon every day and as such, there may be some more coverage for a while so keep checking back for updates to this update

First, I have updated the Sticker Book page with more unlockables and the AR Viewer page with details

In The Games Department

New Pok�mon Game Leaked - RUMOUR

Earlier today, an image was posted on 2ch from a retailer's pre-order system showing their pre-orders. This image shows, among other games, a brand new Pok�mon game for the 3DS, able to be pre-ordered from June 15th, called; Super Pok�mon Scramble, presumably a sequel to the popular WiiWare game; Pok�mon Rumble. At the moment, this has yet to be confirmed but we do know that a new game shall be revealed in CoroCoro magazine next week so we'll get confirmation whether or not this is real then, so keep checking back for news

Until Next Time, See Ya

Tuesday: Pok�dex 3D Launch Coverage + E3 News + Episode Title

07-06-2011 05:35 BST / 07-06-2011 00:35 EDT by Serebii

Nintendo's E3 conference is later today and may provide new Pok�mon game information so keep checking the site as we'll update the second it's announced.
If you have any site ideas, send them in. With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 17:49 BST
Edit @ 15:11; Episode Title | Edit @ 17:49; E3 News

In The Games Department

Pok�dex 3D - Game Release

For those of you in America and Europe, Pok�dex 3D is now available on the Nintendo 3DS eShop, and as such, our coverage will begin. As such, this update will be continually updated with various bits of game data for this game so keep checking back for the details. Please note that the pages will be continually updated throughout the day.

First, I have created a page detailing the Pok�dex mode of the game
Edit @ 06:09, I have created a page detailing the Methods of obtaining Pok�mon in the game
Edit @ 08:11, I have created a preliminary page detailing the Sticker Book in the game
Edit @ 11:47, I have created a preliminary page detailing the AR Viewer and updated the above Sticker Book page with the first unlockable
Edit @ 14:09, I have created a preliminary page listing the AR Markers for use to aid the obtaining of new Pok�mon

In The Games Department

Nintendo's New Home Console Revealed

While it's not directly Pok�mon related, Nintendo has fully announced their next home console, the Nintendo Wii U. This console is the follow up to the Wii and as such, future home-console Pok�mon games shall appear on this platform. It comes with controllers with 6 inch screen on it with touch screen abilities, camera abilities and the ability to play on the controller when the TV is not on, and is set to launch in 2012. It has high definition graphics on the main console unit, which has yet to be revealed

In The Anim� Department

Japanese Episode Title

Another new episode title has been revealed for an episode airing this July. In this episode, Ash & Co. finally reach Nimbasa City where they, along with Trip and many other trainers, decide to partake in a massive battle at the Battle Club run by Don George in the city

Episode 700: Everyone Gathers! Don Battle!!

Until Next Time, See Ya

Sunday: Pok�mon of the Week

05-06-2011 14:57 BST / 09:57 EDT by Serebii

Be sure to check the recent updates as the news lull has died with news of new games and WiFi events. Tomorrow night, Pok�dex 3D should be released and our coverage shall begin.
If you have any site ideas, send them in. With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 14:57 BST

In The Pok�mon of the Week Department

Who's That Pok�mon

Today marks the twenty-second entry into the Generation V competitive field with a Pok�mon introduced in the first generation. These entries are created by the visitors for the visitors and then compiled by our writer Reno. To get involved, Click here for the discussion forum. Today, we are covering a Pok�mon introduced within first generation. Its three heads move in sequence with the other heads. It is not known what it looks like under the ground. So here it is, the twenty-second featured Pok�mon, Dugtrio.

Until Next Time, See Ya

Saturday: New Japanese Black & White WiFi Event

04-06-2011 23:36 BST / 18:36 EDT by Serebii

Be sure to check the past few day's update for news on the new game; Pok�dex 3D.
With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 23:36 BST

In The Games Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Japanese WiFi Event

A new image has surfaced on the internet for a new WiFi event for Pok�mon Black & Pok�mon White. This event, first running in McDonalds restaurants in Japan from June 17th to July 7th, then on WiFi from July 8th to September 8th, allows for the download of two Pok�mon to tie in with the new movies. These Pok�mon are version specific. If you have Pok�mon Black, you can download a Shiny Hydreigon based on Carita's Hydreigon in Victini & The Black Hero: Zekrom and if you have Pok�mon White, you can download a Shiny Golurk based upon Janta's Golurk in Victini & The White Hero Reshiram. We'll bring more details on these as and when they come

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Friday: More Pok�dex 3D Images

03-06-2011 16:26 BST / 11:26 EDT by Serebii

In The Games Department

Pok�dex 3D - Further Pre-Release Images

Some more pre-release images have come out for the upcoming Pok�mon game; Pok�dex 3D. These images have a focus upon the Augmented Reality aspect and show the special cards used to bring out the Pok�mon. It shows that you need a new Augmented Reality card, different from those provided with the system to bring it out. The images also seem to show that slightly different patterns are on the cards for different Pok�mon. We'll know more when the game is released next week. Click the image to go to the page

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Thursday: Pok�dex 3D Images + Episode Pictures + Character Biography

02-06-2011 11:24 BST / 06:24 EDT by Serebii

Be sure to check yesterday's update for news on the new game; Pok�dex 3D. This update will be ammended with episode pictures later today
With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 19:52 BST
Edit @ 13:25; New Pok�dex 3D Images | Edit @ 14:38; Episode Pictures | Edit @ 18:58; An image of Tepig using the Augmented Reality feature of Pok�dex 3D has been released | Edit @ 19:10; More Augmented Reality details

In The Games Department

Pok�dex 3D - Further Pre-Release Images

The official sites have released a variety of pre-release images for the upcoming 3DS Pok�mon game; Pok�dex 3D. Most of these images matched the ones released yesterday, but there are a few new ones. The sites have also further confirmed that this game is due for release next week when the Nintendo eShop goes live. It will go live in America in the evening of June 6th while in Europe in the morning of June 7th. As noted yesterday, this game is completely free and offers a variety of compatibility features to keep interest. Click the image to go to our section and the pre-release picture page
Edit: Impressions of Pok�dex 3D from various news outlets such as GameXplain have started to come out and have elaborated a bit more into the Augmented Reality part of the game. In this bit, you use a special card, to bring the Pok�mon into the real life setting. The Pok�mon tend to stay stationary but activate attacks if you press the A button to throw an apple at them. You can also overlay various in-built backgrounds for the photographs.
You can also scan AR markers of the Pok�mon which register them in your Pok�dex's sticker book which greatly enhance the likelihood of obtaining them via the daily Spot Pass download. We'll bring more as it comes

Roggenrola!! Let's Fire the Flash Cannon!!

In The Anim� Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Episode Pictures

As usual, I have done pictures from the episode that aired in Japan today. This episode features Ash & Co. finding out from a Roggenrola that some trouble is occuring in a nearby cave, the trouble being caused by Team Rocket. The Anim�Dex has been updated with the vast contents of this episode. Click the picture to go to the gallery but be warned however as they contain spoilers;

In The Anim� Department

Pok�mon Black & White - Character Biography

With the new episode that just aired in Japan, I have been able to update the character biography for Ash with a new Pok�mon he obtained within this episode. Be warned though as these biographies contain major spoilers. Click the respective picture to go to the page

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Wednesday: First 3DS Game Announced + Dub Titles

01-06-2011 08:20 BST / 03:20 EDT by Serebii

And it begins
With Pok�mon Black & White now coming in the rest of the world, the Chatroom & WiFi Chatroom have been a major hub for discussion & trade respectively so be sure to visit them. Our Forums have also been fixed of all problems and have a bustling trade and competitive section for the games.
Last Update: 08:41 BST
Edit @ 08:41; Dub Episode Titles

In The Games Department

Pok�dex 3D Announced

Nintendo, through Nintendo World Report, has announced details of the first Pok�mon game out for the Nintendo 3DS. This game, 3DSWare coming to the eShop on its launch next week, is a Pok�dex providing various details for the Pok�mon. Players start with 16 pok�mon and gain more through the StreetPass, online through Spot Pass where you get three a day or through QR Codes. This game, in addition to providing details of each Pok�mon in the Unova Pok�dex, has Augmented Reality functions to view the Pok�mon in 3D via the camera and to top it off, it doesn't cost any money as it is a free download. We'll bring more as it comes. In the meantime, pictures have been added to the pre-release picture page

In The Anime Department

Dub Episode Title

A new dub title was revealed by the CN TV Schedule. This is the episode title for the twentieth episode of Black & White and the 679th episode total. This episode features Ash meeting his old rival, Sandile while Ash & Sandile get attacked by some Ducklett. This episode is to be called Dancing With the Ducklett Trio! and is scheduled to air on the 18th of June. Click the picture for synopsis and episode pictures;

In The Anime Department

Dub Episode Title

A new dub title was revealed by the CN TV Schedule. This is the episode title for the twenty-first episode of Black & White and the 680th episode total. This episode features Ash & Co. get blocked from passing Skyarrow Bridge by a Gothitelle. This episode is to be called The Lost World of Gothitelle! and is scheduled to air on the 25th of June. Click the picture for synopsis and episode pictures;

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