Metamorphosis Complete

May 31, 2008 | 12 Comments

Image created by Tim Newton ©
Image created by Tom Newtown

Before I go into details I feel I should start at the beginning. When I first bought Pokémon Red, I was hooked by the bug. No it was not the Pokémon bug, but the bugs in the game.

I remember the first time seeing a little Caterpie turn into a Butterfree or a Weedle into a Beedrill and thinking it is not the size of your Pokémon but how you use it. Well ever since that day I wished that Pokémon bugs would get stronger, enter Heracross and who could forget Scyther and Pinsir, among a few others who also made a huge impact! Also bug fans got an upgrade to Scyther and a multi-talented Forretress.

With this love for bug Pokémon something was missing, it was not until the Azalea Gym in the Johto League that I got my dose of an all bug gym. Later on there would be an Elite 4 Member in Sinnoh that would relight that fire that was burning in me for bugs.

By this time I was now the Beacon Gym Leader. I loved this position and loved defending the gym, but something was still missing. I missed my bugs and wanted to do more than just defend a badge and beat my opponents. I got into trying to teach other members how to breed and battle, but there again something was missing. How could I combine all that I love into one event?

Well, I took a new idea and started building it up with details and goals. Then one day the Pokémon League Judge saw fit to make my idea reality. So, I went into building the structure of a new gym; a gym that would challenge members and help them learn.

The concept behind this new gym was to take on new battlers, or caterpillars, and let them challenge the gym. As they progressed the gym would let them, the pupa, build their battle experience and harden their tactics. When everything is said and done, the new battler would emerge from the gym as a Battle Butterfly.

I know that this may sound cheesy, but I like to help people learn and I think that anyone can learn how to battle Pokémon. Battling is a mental game. I believe a lot of members new to battling get themselves psyched out before they even battle. Taking on the League gyms can be very overwhelming. I mean the gym leaders beat people on a daily basis.

So, how can this gym teach new members without breaking their confidence? Well, I will be using two things I love in the world of Pokémon. First off I will have three Bugs and three random Pokémon. Secondly I will only be using Pokémon from the NU and UU Tiers. Any trainer battling in the Chrysalis Gym can use any Pokémon that is not Legendary or Uber; so, any Pokémon from the NU to the OU Tier would be fair game to use.

How can I be sure that I will win battles this way? The goal of this gym is not to dominate my opponents, but to help them get ready to face the League. This gym will simply be a teaching endeavor for the trainers. I have three things to add before I forget, they are the following: the gym will be called the Chrysalis Gym and will award the Chrysalis Badge, I will try to keep changing my team to get different types and strategies in for new tactics, and lastly I ask that you do not be afraid to try.

I have talked to members that thought they stunk at battling, but I have helped many of them with their battling and this gym is here to do just that, help teach, and not to beat you down. Some tactics I would like to show in the gym would be the Rain Dance teams, Sunny Day teams, and weakness coverage. The main goal is to show how some of the NU/UU Pokémon can be used effectively.

So in closing, if you wish to try your hand at battling, want to see if you are ready to take on the League, or just want to beat on an old League Gym Leader, come to the Chrysalis Gym.

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Darkrai Weekend at Toys R Us

May 28, 2008 | 16 Comments

Darkrai Event

This weekend.

Saturday and Sunday.

From 12:00PM to 4:00PM.

You can get Darkrai via DS download at participating Toys “R” Us stores. There are a few things you must do first:

  • Have no more than two Wonder Cards
  • Have your Pokedex
  • Have an English edition of Pokemon Diamond or Pearl

That is all.

Be there, or go without!

Posted by HMTKSteve | Filed Under News 

Pokemon Farming: Dratini

May 21, 2008 | 65 Comments

Dratini

Dratini the Dragon pokemon, a very creative description huh? Dratini’s an awesome little pokemom with solid stats. It evolve into Dragonair at level 30 and finally into the Power House Dragonite at level 55. Dragonite has an awesome base physical attack of 134, this bahamut can rip a serious hole in your opponent’s team. So for my event today I’ll be giving away Jolly(speed+, sp. attack-), their nature is to help them out run more pokemon when they dragon dance. All of these little dragons have a Max Attack IV, so if you invest the maximum amount of EVs, they’ll have a beastly attack of 367 at level 100. Their move set is as follows:

Dragon Dance: It boosts the attack and speed of your dragon buy one point. It’ll be able to out run other dragons(ie Salamence and Garchomp) and put a quick end to certain fast sweepers trying to stop Dragonite’s fun

Out Rage: A powerful STABed attack with the a fearsome base power of 120, your dragon will go on a rampage for 2-3 turns, however it will become confused afterwards.

Light Screen: To ensure it’s longevity, Light Screen will boost the special defense of Dragonite and it’s party, it can definitely make the difference be surviving and getting OHKOed by an incoming Ice Beam.

Fire Blast: The only pokemon type that resists this move set is the Steel Type, this attack will will devastate them. Once you take them out, your dragon can continue rampaging thought your opponent’s team.

All of these little guys have the Shed Skin ability, they’ll have a 1 and 3 chance of healing themselves from a status condition.

Rules:
Post your name and FC(even if we’ve traded before I will need it again)

Only 1 pokemon per person

If you prefer a particular gender tell me, this is on the first come first serve basis.

Get a Pokemon to trade (preferably non-Sinnoh, and no eggs, though I will take anything and any pokemon, items like Rare Candies, TMs, and Heart Scales are always appreciated!)

Be in the Wi-Fi zone at 4pm(PST) Monday May 26, 2008

Make yourself available to Trade (Invite–>Trade) I will come to you when I’m ready.

If you are new to our site, your first comment will be moderated. Don’t worry if your post doesn’t show, we will get to it in time, and you will not miss out!

My Information:
Glacier/ 1160 6656 0190

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Pokemon Platinum Confirmed

May 15, 2008 | 19 Comments

The Japanese site for Pokemon Platinum is now live. No word on when the game will appear in the English speaking parts of the world.

    Rumor List

  • September 2008 release.
  • Giratina on the box.
  • Volkner no longer gym leader of Sunyshore City
  • The Underground is now Wi-Fi enabled
  • An island called Battle Island, works in the same manner as the Battle Frontier
  • Several new Pokémon ‘forms’ exist in the game; Giratina’s Origin Form, Regigigas’ Sky Form, Shaymin’s Another Form

I expect it will probably be made available in the US in early Spring of 2009.

Making the Underground work via Wi-Fi is either going to result in epic awesomeness or an epic fail. It all depends on how well the game handles it. I know from experience that the Underground can be laggy with everyone in the same room so I have to hope that they will work the bugs out for the new version. It also begs the question as to whether or not Diamond and Pearl will be able to connect to a copy of Platinum in the Underground.

I am greatly looking forward to the new Battle Island. I was greatly disappointed when the Battle Frontier did not make it into Diamond and Pearl. Yeah Battle Tower is cool and all but I miss all the options that the Battle Frontier provided.

Pokemon Platinum
Pokemon Platinum

Rumors via Serebii

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Pokemon Farming: Snubull

May 14, 2008 | 39 Comments

Snubull

Snubull is categorized as a fairy pokemon. However, these snubull are anything but petite and timid fairies. Especially when they evovlve to Granbull at level 23. These snubull have been lovingly hatched from my prized thoroughbreeds; Donnie the Granbull and my shiny ditto. Each snubull will have the following move set.

Smelling Salt
Double the power if user is inflicted with paralysis. Opponent is recovered from any paralysis.
Smellign Salt is a physical move, which is great for a normal type like snubull. As snubull will also gain a S.T.A.B. from it.

Thunderwave
Paralyzes the opponent
Thunderwave is the pay off for smelling salt. Open up the attack with thunderwave to paralyze the opponent and follow with smelling salt.

Focus Punch
A pre-emptive charged attack that fails if damaged during the turn
Focus Punch is only good if you don’t get hit. Well with a paralyzed opponent your chances are a little better that you can pull this move off.

Earthquake
Double the power when used on a Pokemon using Dig
Earthquake is a jsut a great all around move and it compliments these snubull perfectly.

Each snubull will have one of two abilities intimidate or run away (as an evolved Granbull run away changes to quick feet). Most of the snubull are female, as males are exceedingly rare to hatch.

These snubull were originally bred to be used in the Beacon Gym at the forums. However, I thought they were too good to not share with anyone who wanted one. Before, I let you sign up there is one more amazing thing about these little pokemon. Snubull is the only pokemon to be able to learn both Thunderwave and Smelling Salt.

Get one of these rare puppies while you can.

  • Comment with your Name and Friend Code
  • Get a Pokemon to trade (preferably non-Sinnoh, and no eggs, though I will take anything and any pokemon, items like Rare Candies, TMs, and Heart Scales are always appreciated!)
  • Be in the Wi-Fi zone at 4pm ET (New York Time) on May 20th (Tuesday)
  • Make yourself available to Trade (Invite–>Trade) I will come to you when I’m ready.
  • Turn voice chat off (press X)
  • If you are new to our site, your first comment will be moderated. Don’t worry if your post doesn’t show, we will get to it in time, and you will not miss out!

My Information

Trainer Name: Nikola

Friend Code: 2320-2636-2202

See you there!

Posted by HMTKSteve | Filed Under Farming 

Pokemon Farming: Aerodactyl

May 8, 2008 | 48 Comments

This time in Pokemon Farming: Aerodactyl, the Fossil Pokemon!

These ferocious babies were carefully extracted from old DNA inside Old Amber, found mostly from digging underground. And I’ve bred these Aerodactyl to whoop some multi-type butt!

These Aerodactyl know many moves to cover all types of adversaries!

  • Ice Fang
  • Thunder Fang
  • Fire Fang
  • Earthquake

All of tonights Aerodactyl are Adamant (+Att,-Sp.Att) and have the ability Pressure, which allows moves that hit you use 2PP instead of 1. Also all of tonights Aerodactyl will be named after characters from Avatar: The Last Airbender.

Want one of these multi-tasking Aerodactyls for yourself? Heres what to do!

  • Comment with your Name and Friend Code
    • Even if we have traded before, I need your information again!
  • Get a Pokemon to trade (preferably non-Sinnoh, though I will take anything, items like Rare Candies and TMs are always appreciated!)
  • Be in the Wi-Fi zone at 4pm ET (New York Time) on May 10 (Saturday)
  • Make yourself available to Trade (Invite–>Trade) I will come to you when I’m ready.
  • If you are new to our site, your first comment will be moderated. Don’t worry if your post doesn’t show, we will get to it in time, and you will not miss out!

My Information:

Trainer name: God

Friend Code: 0602-6974-2308

My Friend Code has changed! I got a shiny new DS lite! :D

**Females in Aerodactyls have a 12.5% chance of showing up when hatching, and even less when I pick the Adamant Pressure ones only! In fact, I only have 3 right now! If you ask for a male, you’ll get it for sure, but females are a little more tough to get. I can’t guarantee that all people requesting females will get them, but I will try!**

Posted by TheTaterTot | Filed Under Farming 

Pokemon Puzzle League Comes to the Wii

May 5, 2008 | 3 Comments

Pokemon Puzzle League

Another Monday another Virtual Console release. Today we see another Pokemon game appearing on the Virtual Console: Pokemon Puzzle League.

This N64 classic is going to run you 1,000 Wii Points ($10) and can be played with the classic Controller or GameCube Controllers.

Get ready for a new kind of Pokémon battle where the power and speed of your brain are just as important as the strength of your Pokémon. Join Ash, Brock, Misty and many more characters from the Pokémon animated series as they gather in Puzzle Village to compete for the title of Pokémon Puzzle Master.

Just match three or more blocks of the same color in any direction. Sounds simple, right? But the actual game play is surprisingly addictive and deep (chains and combos anyone?), especially when you’re facing off against a human opponent.

Choose from six different modes offering a wide range of action, from story or puzzle modes to continuous play or timed play.

If that’s not enough, take on the challenge in 3-D and get ready for more blocks than ever before. Featuring animated cut scenes combined with bright, fun graphics, there’s enough to satisfy any fan of Pokémon or puzzle games.

Pokemon Puzzle League
Pokemon Puzzle League

I never owned an N64 but I did have the GameBoy Color version of this game.

Posted by HMTKSteve | Filed Under News