Switch "Pokémon Sword Shield" will be released on November 15! Reservations will be accepted starting July 12!

Pokémon Inc. announced the following for "Pokémon Sword" and "Pokémon Shield" for Nintendo Switch, which will be released on Friday, November 15, 2012.

1. legendary Pokémon "Zacyan" and "Zamagenta

2. people and Pokémon living in the Garal region

3. "Dymax," where Pokémon grow to a giant size

4. the "Wild Area" where nature spreads out, and the "Max Raid Battle" where Pokémon fight together

Pokémon Sword" and "Pokémon Shield" are completely new titles in the series that began with "Pokémon Red and Green. In this title, new adventures will unfold in a new setting, where you will meet new Pokémon.
New information about this title has just been released, so let us introduce it to you.

1. legendary Pokémon "Zacyan" and "Zamagenta

These are the legendary Pokémon "Zacyan" and "Zamazenta" that adorn the packaging of "Pokémon Sword" and "Pokémon Shield".
They are shrouded in mystery, with no one in the Garal region knowing of their existence.

■"Zacyan" cuts through everything with its shining sword.

This Pokémon attacks with such brilliance that even its opponents are captivated by it. It has a sword-like object in its mouth.

Zamagenta" repels any attack with its shimmering shield.

Zamazenta is a Pokémon that overwhelms its opponents with its majestic behavior. Its body is covered with a shield-like structure. 2.

People and Pokémon living in the Garal region

The Galal region, where the adventures take place, is home to many unique places, such as vast, natural meadows and towns where people and Pokémon work together.

Another major feature of the Garal Region is that Pokémon battles are the most popular form of entertainment.

Pokemon battles between Gym Leaders and Challengers are held at stadiums scattered throughout the Galal region. The stadiums are filled with spectators from all over the Garal region, and are filled with excitement and cheers.

There are many unique places in the Galal region.

The Pokémon battles, which are enjoyed as entertainment, and the companies that work with Pokémon are also distinctive features of the event.

2.1 Characters

As the main character living in the Garal region, you will set out on an adventure to become the champion of your dreams while meeting various people and Pokémon.

■ Protagonist

Dande

The current champion of the Garal region, Dande is undefeated in official Pokémon battles.
He is the strongest Pokémon trainer in the Garal region, both in name and in reality.

Hop

Hop is the younger brother of Dande and one of the main character's rivals.
In order to become a champion like his older brother, he sets off on an adventure on the same day as the main character, who lives in the house next door.

■About the Pokémon League

In the Garal region, where this title is set, there is a "Pokémon League" where players compete in Pokémon battles. The main characters challenge Pokémon gyms around the region to become the "Champion" who reigns at the top of the Pokémon League.

Dr. Magnolia

Dr. Magnolia is a Pokémon doctor who represents the Garal region. She conducts research on Dymax.
He asks Sonia, who lives with him, to do some research.

Sonia

Sonia is the granddaughter of Dr. Magnolia and a childhood friend of Dande. She is also a young researcher who works as Dr. Magnolia's assistant.
She has a wealth of knowledge and gives the protagonists advice on their adventures.

2.2 Pokémon who start adventures together

We now know more about the three Pokémon that will be the main character's first partners: Sarunori, Hibaney, and Metson.

Sarunori

Classification：Childlike Pokémon
Type：Weed
Height: 0.3 m
Weight：5.0 kg
Characteristics：Another

Stick with special effects

The branches that Sarunori carry are branches of trees that grow in the forests where Sarunori herds live, and have undergone a unique transformation. By being continuously exposed to the energy within the Sarnoli's body, they will develop special effects.

... gives vitality to the plants and trees.

The green body hairs produce energy from the sun's rays. When sarnoli play with sticks near plants and trees, withering flowers seem to change color and leaves turn bluish.

■Hibani

Classification：Rabbit Pokémon
Type：Heat
Height：0.3m
Weight：4.5 kg
Characteristics：Magic

Proud of its leg strength

Using its leg strength as a weapon, it runs and jumps around, disorienting its opponents. They can also damage and burn their opponents by slamming their hot soles into them.

The "Honobukuro," the second heart

They have a "Honobukuro" on their chest, which is filled with highly viscous Honoh energy. When the heart rate and body temperature increase through preparatory exercises, the Hono energy shows its true power and physical performance improves dramatically.

■Messon

Classification：Mizu-toa lizard Pokémon
Type：water
Height：0.3m
Weight：4.0 kg
Characteristics：Shattered by water

Disappears when it comes in contact with water.

When water comes in contact with its body, its body color and patterns blend into its surroundings. They are a bit timid, so when they are nervous or embarrassed, they sometimes secrete water from their bodies like sweat, assimilate it, and disappear.

Tearful effect equivalent to 100 onions

The tears of a mason contain a strong tearing agent, which is said to have an effect equivalent to that of 100 onions. When they feel threatened, they cry loudly and spray this substance, causing those around them to stop crying, and then they escape.

2.3 Pokémon living in the Garal Region

A wide variety of Pokémon live in this region. Many aspects of their ecology are still unknown, and numerous researchers are continuing their research on a daily basis. Here are some of the unique Pokémon of the Galar Region.

Hymenka

Classification：Hanakazari Pokemon
Type：Weed
Height：0.4m
Weight：2.2kg
Characteristics：wattage/recurrence power

and pollen with healing properties

The himinka prefers land with clean water and air, and its pollen has a healing effect. Its effects are also effective on humans, and in the Galar region, there was a folk remedy in which children who were sick were given a drink made by boiling pollen.

Wind-blown migration

The daisy travels long distances as if blown by the wind. It uses the direction of its body and petals to control the direction it travels.

■Battle with wild Pokémon

In grassy areas and caves, wild Pokémon sometimes pop up. Battles occur when you touch a visible wild Pokémon. Some wild Pokémon will head toward you when they notice you, while others will run away.
You can also see wild Pokémon under the "! symbols that appear in the grass also seem to hide wild Pokémon.

■Watashiraga

Classification：Watashiraga Pokémon
Type：Weed
Height：0.5m
Weight：2.5kg
Characteristics：wadding/recurrence power

Wool that protects it from enemies

Watashiraga is a Pokémon evolved from Himenka, and has a lot of cotton wool on its head. The hairs act as a cushion to soften damage to the head.

Nutritious seeds

The small seeds attached to the fluff are said to have a nourishing effect on people and Pokémon. These seeds are carried by the wind along with the fluff and blown around to nourish the ground.

■About the characteristics of Pokémon

Each type of Pokémon has its own "characteristics" that are effective in battle and on the field.
In "Pokémon Sword Shield," new characteristics appear. One of them is "Watage," a trait possessed by Himenka and Watashiraga. When a Pokémon is attacked in battle, it disperses Watage, which lowers the Pokémon's Quickness.

■Wooloo

Classification：Sheep Pokémon
Type：Normal
Height：0.6m
Weight：6.0 kg
Characteristics：Fluffy / Running away

Fluffy body

The white fur that wraps around the body continues to grow throughout the animal's life, and even if it is neatly trimmed, it will return to its original shape in about three months. The body hair is used for clothing and carpets, and is a popular specialty of the Galar region.

Mild nature that prefers stability

Woolies tend to act in packs and imitate the behavior of their masters or herd leaders. They do not like to fight, and will roll over when fleeing from a hostile party.

■Armor Gaa

Classification：Crow Pokemon
Type：High-strung, flying
Height：2.2m
Weight：75.0 kg
Characteristics：Pressure/tenderness

The king of the sky, flying swiftly

It is said that no other Pokémon can match Armor Gaa in the skies of the Garal region, and it can be seen flying swiftly through the sky. It is said that Pokémon that challenge Armor Gaahl to a battle are scared away by its sharp eyesight and cry.

Sky Taxi" from town to town

Armor Gaah has excellent flying ability and high intelligence. He uses these abilities to transport people from city to city at a company called "Galal Transportation.

■Kajiri Turtle

Classification：Biting Pokémon
Type：Water, Rock
Height: 1.0 m
Weight：115.5 kg
Characteristics：Cancerous jaws/shell armor

Strong fangs and muscles

The jagged fangs possessed by the biting Pokémon Kajiri Turtle are so sharp and powerful that they can bite through rocks and steel. It has a very heavy rock shell, but its well-developed muscles allow it to move quickly.

They are a test of a trainer's skill and morals.

They are extremely ferocious and are difficult to handle unless the trainer has excellent skills. In some cases, trainers have given them away because they are unable to handle them.

About "Pokémon Pictorial Book" and "Smarotom

Information on Pokémon found and acquired during adventures is registered in the "Pokémon Pictorial Book. The "Pokémon Pictorial Book" in this title is installed in "Smarotom". Inside "Smarotom," there is a Pokémon called "Rotom," which has the ability to get into various household appliances, and it has many useful functions in addition to its function as a "Pokémon Pictorial Book. For example, by attaching it to a bicycle, it can not only travel faster on the ground, but can also travel over water.

3. "Dymax," which allows Pokémon to become giant
3.1 What is Dymax?

Dymax is a phenomenon that occurs only in certain places in the Galal region, where Pokémon become gigantic.
All Pokémon can be affected by this phenomenon, and Pokémon that have been Dymaxed become powerful.

All Pokémon that have been Dimaxed are very powerful. All Pokémon that appear in the game can be Dimaxed.

3.2 Pokémon battles specialized for Dymaxing

Dymax is an important element in Pokémon battles in the Garal region, as it gives Pokémon powerful powers.
When a Pokémon is Dymaxed, not only does its appearance become larger, but also some of its abilities increase.
However, after three turns, it returns to its original form, so the timing of its use is the key to victory.

The key item for Dymax is the "Dymax Band.

In the Galal region, research on Dymax is being conducted daily.
A special tool called the "Dymax Band" is one of the results of this research, and only trainers who have this tool can use Dymax.

3.3 Dymax Moves

All the moves that a Dimaxed Pokémon learns are transformed into "Dimax Moves.
Dymax Moves are not only extremely powerful, but also have powerful additional effects.

The type and type of the original technique determines the Dymax technique.

The Normal-type Dymax Skill "Diatac" has the effect of reducing the swiftness of the attacker.

3.4 Gym Leaders and Dymax Pokémon

There are facilities called "Pokemon Gyms" in various locations in the Garal region, where experts of a particular type gather.
The main characters challenge the "Gym Leader," the best trainer in the Pokémon Gym, in order to earn the right to challenge the Champion.
In the battle with the Gym Leader in the Garal region, a powerful Pokémon battle unfolds between Pokémon that have been dymaxed.
Spectators from all over the Galal region will come to see the battle, and it will also be broadcast live on TV.

Yarrow

Yarrow is one of the gym leaders of the Pokemon gyms scattered throughout the Garal region. He has a kind-hearted personality and is well-liked by gym trainers. Under the motto "Enjoy the battle," he develops tenacious battles, mainly with grass-type Pokémon. 4.

4. "Wild Area" where nature spreads out and "Max Raid Battles" are fought together
4.1 What is a Wild Area?

In the Galal region, there is a vast area called the Wild Area.
The Wild Area is an expanse of nature as far as the eye can see and is connected to several towns.
It is home to the largest variety of Pokémon in the Garal Region.
The Pokémon you can encounter change depending on the location and weather, so you will discover something new every time you visit.

The Wild Area, which is connected to several towns, is a vast natural area.

The Pokémon you can encounter change depending on the location and weather.

Let's look around the Wild Area

In Wild Area, you can control the camera to look for various Pokémon and equipment in the vast field.

4.2 What is Max Raid Battle?

Max Raid Battle is a new game in which four trainers work together to challenge a wild Dymax Pokémon.
Wild Dymax Pokémon are very formidable because they maintain their huge size throughout the battle and have other special powers.
On the other hand, only one of the four trainers can use a Dymax, so cooperation with friends is crucial. Winning a battle gives you a chance to get a Pokémon.

4.3 Various Pokémon can be challenged

The wild Dymax Pokémon you can challenge in Max Raid Battles vary depending on the location in the wild area and the weather. The weather in the Wild Area changes every day, so you can encounter a variety of Pokémon every time you visit.
Also, some Pokémon can only be obtained in Max Raid Battles.

For example, you can challenge "Amamiko" when it is sunny and "Lantern" when it is raining.

In addition, some Wild Areas, such as Max Raid Battle, allow you to communicate and connect with other players to expand the scope of your play.

Let's challenge various Dymax Pokémon with various friends!

You can enjoy Max Raid Battles not only with people nearby, but also with friends far away and Pokémon Trainers around the world via the Internet.
If four Trainers cannot get together for a Max Raid Battle, a Support Trainer will fight a wild Dymax Pokémon together with you.
*A subscription to Nintendo Switch Online (paid service) is required to play and exchange Pokémon over the Internet.

New PV release

A special video summarizing the latest information on "Pokémon Sword" and "Pokémon Shield" has been released.

Product Information
■"Pokémon Sword" and "Pokémon Shield"
Release date: Scheduled for November 15, 2019 (Friday)
Retail price: 5,980 yen each (excluding tax)
Release: Pokémon Co.
Distributed by: Nintendo Co.
Production: Game Freak Inc.
Compatibility: NintendoSwitch
Genre: RPG
Number of players: 1 player (2-4 players for battle exchange, etc.)
Communication function: Local communication supported, Internet communication supported
Sales form: Package version / Download version
Languages: Japanese English Spanish French German Italian Korean Chinese (Traditional)
（Chinese (Traditional) Chinese (Simplified)
CERO: To be determined
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■"Pokémon Sword Shield" Double Pack
Release date: Scheduled for November 15, 2019 (Friday)
Retail price: 11,960 yen (excluding tax)
Sales form: packaged version / download version
Official website: ##

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