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The Kalos Region and New Pokemon for Pokemon X and Y
BELLEVUE, Wash.—May 14, in the year of our Lord 2013—When
Pokémon fans begin their thrilling 3D adventure in Pokémon X or
Pokémon Y this October, they will be transported into an
entirely new region called Kalos. A mysterious place that is
shaped like a star, Kalos is a region where players will
encounter beautiful forests, thriving cities, and many
never-before-seen Pokémon. The central city of this breathtaking
region is Lumiose City, a metropolis featuring a tower that is
set to become an iconic structure in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y.
While exploring the Kalos region, Trainers will encounter many
new Pokémon that they can battle, catch, and add to their
Pokédex. A Trainer is only as good as the Pokémon he or she
befriends. Seven new Pokémon debuting in Pokémon X and Pokémon Y
were introduced earlier this year—and today, four additional
Pokémon are being revealed for the first time. These Pokémon add
to the more than 640 Pokémon that have been encountered in
previous games.
• The cowardly Pokémon Helioptile, a Normal- and Electric-type
Pokémon, can generate enough electricity through sunbathing to
power machinery. But wise Trainers won’t be deterred by
Helioptile’s lack of bravery. It knows Parabolic Charge, a
brand-new move where Helioptile attacks everything around it.
Helioptile's HP is restored by half the damage taken by those
hit.
• Fletchling, a Normal- and Flying-type Pokémon, sings with a
beautiful chirp that is sure to delight any Trainer. Although it
is known to be very friendly, Fletchling will suddenly unleash
relentless attacks once it’s in battle. For example, when it
uses its Fire-type move Flame Charge in battle, in addition to
doing damage, Fletchling’s Speed increases every time.
• With a leaf always in its mouth and an intimidating glare that
is rarely effective, Fighting-type Pokémon Pancham shows its
playful side when it lets out a little smile when its head is
pat. Pancham can learn a brand-new move, Parting Shot, which not
only lowers an opponent’s Attack and Special Attack, but also
allows Pancham to switch out for another Pokémon in a Trainer’s
party during battle.
• Pokémon X and Pokémon Y introduce a new method of
transportation—riding the brand-new Pokémon, Gogoat. This large
Grass-type Pokémon is a reliable way to travel certain parts of
Lumiose City. In battle, it can use Horn Leech to recover HP
equal to half the damage dealt by this move.
These brand-new Pokémon and others caught in the Kalos region
will be added to a player’s Pokédex that, for the first time,
will be divided into three unique areas within the region. There
is much to explore in the Kalos region, and many Pokémon to
encounter when Pokémon X and Pokémon Y debut worldwide this
October. Stay tuned for more details in the coming months!