Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet have just unveiled a new Pokemon, with Poltchageist being added to the games. It’s both a Grass and Ghost type.

Poltchageist will be introduced in the first DLC wave for the titles, The Teal Mask. News about the Pokemon was shared in a video just published by The Pokemon Company. Other information is likely to follow soon as often we’ll see an initial reveal followed by a more formal announcement with an in-game trailer (update: see overview below).

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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet DLC trailer shows returning partner Pokemon, more

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Yet another trailer has debuted for Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet, this time showing new moves, a new Tera Type, and the return of some familiar creatures. The video is dubbed “Many Surprises Await in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero”.

The trailer confirms that for The Indigo Disk, a bunch of partner Pokemon are making a return, from Squirtle to Litten. A number of new moves are showcased as well including Thunderclap. As for the new Tera Type, that tease comes in at the very end.

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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet hosting Gastrodon 2023 Pokemon World Championships distribution

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In celebration of the 2023 Pokemon World Champions, a new distribution is now available for Gastrodon. This was originally used by Eduardo Cunha, who won last year’s event.

The Gastrodon here comes in at level 50. It has a Calm Nature, the Storm Drain Ability, and Leftovers as a held item. Its moves are Earth Power, Icy Wind, Yawn, and Protect.

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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s Wiglett getting new plush

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Wiglett is making waves in the news cycle again as a new plush for the creature, which was first introduced in Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet, is coming soon.

The new plush is a Pokemon Center original. It comes in at roughly 10.25 inches tall and 4.25 inches wide. According to the description, it features a bendable body for custom poses. It also has soft fabric and embroidered details. All told it weighs 3.3 oz.

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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet reveal Dipplin, Archaludon, Raging Bolt, Iron Crown

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Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet have revealed a new set of Pokemon for their upcoming DLC, with Dipplinm, Archaludon, Raging Bolt, and Iron Crown joining the fray.

Dipplin is the evolution of Applin that will appear in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Part 1: The Teal Mask. Meanwhile, Archaludon is the evolution of Duraludon found in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Part 2: The Indigo Disk. Read more about both below.

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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet getting Mewtwo Tera Raid Battle

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Original (8/7): Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet are set to receive a new Mewtwo Tera Raid Battle event, according to a Thai Japanese Nintendo newsletter. Details are likely to follow during tomorrow’s Pokemon Presents.

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Pokemon: Paldean Winds online animated series announced

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Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet are getting a new online animated series dubbed Pokemon: Paldean Winds, it’s been announced.

The series “brings the Paldea region to life in an all-new way.” Viewers will see academy students Ohara, Aliquis, and Hohma “on their journey of growth and learning while attending school.”

Pokemon: Paldean Winds will debut on the official Pokemon YouTube channel starting September 6, 2023. We’ll be sure to share the episodes as they are released.

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August 2023 Pokemon Presents live stream

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The next Pokemon Presents event is almost here, and we have the official live stream for the August 2023 presentation. Note that thus far it’s only currently available in Japanese, but we’ll swap in the English version if it’s available before the broadcast begins (update: now added below).

Remember that the event, which begins at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe, will be about 35 minutes long. Expect to hear about the upcoming Pokemon Scarlet / Violet DLC among other things – a Mewtwo Tera Raid Battle event should be detailed tomorrow as well.

Here’s where you can watch the event:

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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet hosting Shiny Grimmsnarl distribution

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Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet continue to roll out distributions, and now players can get their hands on a Shiny Grimmsnarl for a limited time. This was used by Chaiyawat Traiwichcha, who used that creature to win the Thailand National Championships last year.

Grimmsnarl comes with the moves Thunder Wave, Spirit Break, Reflect and Light Screen. It will also be the ability Prankster and has the Light Clay item. Additionally, it will be at level 50.

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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet hosting sandwich ingredients distribution

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Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet just started up another distribution, and players now have a chance to claim some sandwich ingredients.

The games are giving out bananas, butter, peanut butter, and red Poke Ball picks. You’ll get five of each by redeeming the latest Mystery Gift code. Remember that sandwiches can restore a Pokemon’s HP and have the ability to offer some other effects.