Pokemon Sword and Shield details Galarian Form Pokemon, form-changing Pokemon, new rivals, and Poke Jobs
The latest on the November 15-due Pokemon game.
The Pokemon Company has released new information, video, and screenshots of Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield introducing Galarian Form Pokemon and evolutions, form-changing Pokemon, new rivals Bede, Marnie, and Team Yell, and Poke Jobs.
Get the details below.
■ Galarian Form Pokemon
Galarian Weezing
Category: Poison Gas Pokemon
Type: Poison/Fairy
Height: 9’10”
Weight: 35.3 lbs.
Ability: Levitate/???
Galarian Weezing consumes polluted air and poisonous gases for sustenance. The by-product of this consumption is purified air, which is spewed out from the tops of its heads. The toxins accumulated within Weezing’s body form into concentrated poison gas clouds that leak out and drift around it. This gas is so potent that even a whiff is enough to stun and immobilize an opponent, making it Weezing’s best weapon during battles.
Galarian Zigzagoon
Category: Tiny Raccoon Pokemon
Type: Dark/Normal
Height: 1’4″
Weight: 38.6 lbs.
Ability: Pickup/Gluttony
The Zigzagoon of Galar never settle down and are known to inhabit all areas of the region, including fields, forests, and towns. There is some speculation that the zigzag movements of the Zigzagoon in other regions stem from the restless nature of Galarian Zigzagoon, considered to be the oldest branch of the species. Galarian Zigzagoon enjoy battles and will charge at people and other Pokemon in an attempt to provoke a fight. This behavior usually succeeds in starting a battle with other Pokemon, but humans tend to think Galarian Zigzagoon is just playing or showing affection.
Galarian Linoone
Category: Rushing Pokemon
Type: Dark/Normal
Height: 1’8″
Weight: 71.7 lbs.
Ability: Pickup/Gluttony
Galarian Linoone can reach speeds of over 60 miles per hour and can deliver devastating Tackles and Headbutts. With enough destructive force to knock away a car, these attacks can also throw Linoone off-balance if they miss. Galarian Linoone are rash and fearless and will recklessly pick fights even with opponents stronger than themselves. Their boldness and their tendency to attack opponents head on make Galarian Linoone very popular among the disaffected youth of the Galar region.
■ Galarian Form Evolutions
Obstagoon
Category: Blocking Pokemon
Type: Dark/Normal
Height: 5’3″
Weight: 101.4 lbs.
Ability: Reckless/Guts
The Linoone of the Galar region live in harsh conditions and engage in fierce competition with others of their species. As a result, their survival instincts have been honed, leading to their Evolution into Obstagoon. Though Obstagoon is extremely combative, it often does not launch the first attack. It will taunt an opponent, goading it into attacking. When it does, Obstagoon will cross its arms and meet the oncoming attack with its Obstruct move. Obstagoon is especially skilled at throwing its opponents off guard and counterattacking with its sharp claws.
■ Form-Changing Pokemon
Some Pokemon can change their form, often because of the effects of certain items or their own Ability. Some of these form changes don’t just change the Pokemon’s appearance but also affect the types of its moves or even change its Ability.
The sacs in Morpeko’s cheeks constantly generate electricity. This consumes energy, causing Morpeko to be constantly hungry. To satisfy this hunger, Morpeko always carries around Berry seeds to snack on. When experiencing prolonged hunger, Morpeko’s hormone balance changes. This causes its fur to change colors and triggers more aggressive and volatile behavior. The energy stored in its cheek sacs also changes from Electric type to Dark type. Morpeko’s Ability, Hunger Switch, is a new Ability that causes it to change its appearance each turn. Aura Wheel is Morpeko’s signature move, and it changes type depending on Morpeko’s form. In Full Belly Mode, the move is Electric type. In Hangry Mode, the move becomes Dark type.
■ Rivals of the Galar Region
Many Trainers from across the region take part in the Gym Challenge, a competition in which participants face the various Gyms of Galar with the hopes of becoming the Champion. Two rivals that Trainers will compete with on their adventures are Marnie and Bede.
Bede
Bede is a rival who is skilled at Pokemon battles and has the pride to match. He has joined the Gym Challenge, having received his endorsement from Rose, the chairman of the Galar Pokemon League. While he clearly is aiming to become Champion, he seems to have other objectives as well.
Marnie
Marnie is a rival who has a competitive side, and together with her partner Morpeko, she aims to become the Champion of the Galar region. She has many passionate fans due to her calm and calculated battle strategies.
Team Yell
Team Yell is a group of troublemakers who seem to appear everywhere and who attempt to get in the way at every opportunity. They want nothing more than for Marnie to become Champion, so they try to obstruct other challengers. They take over hotel lobbies, prevent challengers from accessing transportation, and even shout and distract opponents during battle. Whenever Marnie battles, these Team Yell Grunts are quick to appear,showing their support with Marnie-print towels and horns.
■ Poke Jobs Help Pokemon Grow
In the Galar region, people and Pokemon often work together. Corporations and universities request the help of Pokemon through Poke Jobs. Trainers can check for available Poke Jobs at the Rotomi in Pokemon Centers and will be able send Pokemon directly from their Boxes to any job they accept. Trainers will find that certain Pokemon types are suited for specific jobs. The experience gained while on the job will help Pokemon grow, and Trainers may even receive rare items as rewards.
—There are many places requesting the help of Pokemon, including corporations and universities.
—You’ll choose the Pokemon you want to send to the Poke Job from your Boxes.
—Each Pokemon sent to a Poke Job will come back having grown from the experience!
—They’ll receive rewards like Exp. Points or base points, and how much they get will depend on factors like how long they work and their types!
This is Rotomi—Your New Helper in Pokemon Centers with a Ton of Features
You can accept jobs from the Rotomi you can find in every Pokemon Center around the Galar region. Rotomi have many different features aside from Poke Jobs, too—you can access your Boxes or even have a go at the Loto-ID!
—You can find Rotomi in any Pokemon Center in the Galar region.
—It has many features, such as the Loto-ID.
Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield are due out for Switch on November 15.
Watch the footage below. View the screenshots at the gallery.
