{"id":666657,"date":"2020-06-02T10:18:58","date_gmt":"2020-06-02T14:18:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nintendoeverything.com\/?p=666657"},"modified":"2020-06-02T10:18:58","modified_gmt":"2020-06-02T14:18:58","slug":"pokemon-sword-shield-expansion-pass-details-galarian-and-gigantamax-pokemon-tutor-moves-galarian-star-tournament-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nintendoeverything.com\/pokemon-sword-shield-expansion-pass-details-galarian-and-gigantamax-pokemon-tutor-moves-galarian-star-tournament-more\/","title":{"rendered":"Pokemon Sword\/Shield Expansion Pass details – Galarian and Gigantamax Pokemon, tutor moves, Galarian Star Tournament, more"},"content":{"rendered":"
Another round of details (and screenshots) are in for Pokemon Sword\/Shield. We have the official word on the latest features for The Isle of Armor and The Crown Tundra as part of the Expansion Pass, including new Galarian and Gigantamax Pokemon, tutor moves, the Galarian Star Tournament, and more.<\/p>\n
Here’s the full rundown:<\/p>\n
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\nExpansion Pass Part 1: The Isle of Armor<\/h1>\n
The first new adventure unlocked by the Expansion Pass will take place on the Isle of Armor, an island of the Galar region. Many Pokemon make this island their home, living freely amid the lush nature. The island is also home to a dojo for Pokemon battles. Players and their Pokemon will train hard to become stronger under Mustard, the master of this dojo.<\/p>\n
\u25a0 Newly Discovered Pokemon<\/strong><\/p>\n
Galarian Slowbro<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Category:<\/strong> Hermit Crab Pokemon<\/li>\n
- Type:<\/strong> Poison\/Psychic<\/li>\n
- Height:<\/strong> 5\u02b93\u2033<\/li>\n
- Weight:<\/strong> 155.4 lbs.<\/li>\n
- Ability:<\/strong> Quick Draw<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
A Shellder bite set off a chemical reaction with the spices inside Galarian Slowpoke\u2019s body, causing Galarian Slowbro to gain the Poison type. The Shellder that\u2019s latched onto Slowbro sometimes unconsciously bites down harder on Slowbro\u2019s arm, causing an itch that drives Slowbro to start wildly swinging its arm around and smashing its surroundings. With a speed that puts even the quickest reflexes to shame, Slowbro readies its Shellder and makes poisonous liquid shoot from the Shellder\u2019s tip. This is Shell Side Arm, a Poison-type special move that may poison the target. The move inflicts either physical or special damage depending on which will damage the target more.<\/p>\n
\u25a0 New Gigantamax Forms<\/strong><\/p>\n
Gigantamax Venusaur<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Type:<\/strong> Grass\/Poison<\/li>\n
- Height:<\/strong> 78\u02b99\u2033+<\/li>\n
- Weight:<\/strong> ????.? lbs.<\/li>\n
- Ability:<\/strong> Overgrow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The power of Gigantamaxing has made Venusaur\u2019s flower bloom so large that it covers the Pokemon\u2019s body. During battle, the Pokemon uses these petals as a shield and swings its two thick vines around to thrash its target. Grass-type attacks used by Gigantamax Venusaur will change to G-Max Vine Lash. G-Max Vine Lash doesn\u2019t just deal damage to an opponent when it hits\u2014it will continue to deal damage for four turns to any Pokemon that isn\u2019t Grass type.<\/p>\n
Gigantamax Blastoise<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Type:<\/strong> Water<\/li>\n
- Height:<\/strong> 82\u02b9+<\/li>\n
- Weight:<\/strong> ????.? lbs.<\/li>\n
- Ability:<\/strong> Torrent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Blastoise\u2019s shell has grown to match its body, and it boasts new extra-large water cannons as well. Gigantamax Blastoise can adapt to different situations by using different combinations of its 31 variously sized cannons. Gigantamax Blastoise can also move the 12 large cannons surrounding its central cannon independently, letting it orient its attacks in any direction, whether toward the ground or the sky. Water-type attacks used by Gigantamax Blastoise will change to G-Max Cannonade. G-Max Cannonade doesn\u2019t just deal damage to an opponent when it hits\u2014it will continue to deal damage for four turns to any Pokemon that isn\u2019t Water type.<\/p>\n
\u25a0 Legendary Pokemon Urshifu\u2019s Exclusive Moves<\/strong><\/p>\n
Legendary Pokemon Urshifu has two forms\u2014Single Strike Style and Rapid Strike Style\u2014and each form can learn different moves and G-Max Moves. A Single Strike Style Urshifu that has followed the path of darkness can unleash a single, severe blow\u2014a signature move known as Wicked Blow. This move always results in a critical hit, allowing Urshifu to attack while ignoring the target\u2019s stat changes. A Rapid Strike Style Urshifu that has followed the path of water can unleash a flowing three-hit combo\u2014a signature move known as Surging Strikes. This move always results in critical hits, allowing Urshifu to attack while ignoring the target\u2019s stat changes.<\/p>\n
Unseen Fist is a new Ability introduced with these expansions and one that only Single Strike Style Urshifu and Rapid Strike Style Urshifu possess. This Ability lets the Pokemon deal damage when it attacks with moves that make direct contact even if the target defends itself by using moves like Protect.<\/p>\n
Dark-type attacks used by Single Strike Style Gigantamax Urshifu will change to G-Max One Blow. Water-type attacks used by Rapid Strike Style Gigantamax Urshifu will change to G-Max Rapid Flow. G-Max One Blow and G-Max Rapid Flow can deal damage even if a target defends itself by using moves like Max Guard or Protect.<\/p>\n
\u25a0 New Adventuring Featured Introduced in the Isle of Armor<\/strong><\/p>\n
Cram-o-matic<\/strong><\/p>\n
The dojo on the Isle of Armor houses a unique take on recycling in the form of a device called the Cram-o-matic. If players feed it four items, it will combine them and give out a new item in exchange. Trainers can receive any of a variety of items, including Poke Balls, PP Ups, and more. Some combinations might even produce rare items.<\/p>\n
Tutor Moves<\/strong><\/p>\n
Completely new tutor moves will also be available on the Isle of Armor. Trainers can have their Pokemon learn them in exchange for Armorite Ore, a substance that can be found on the Isle of Armor through Max Raid Battles and other means.<\/p>\n
Burning Jealousy is a new Fire-type move that can be taught starting with these expansions. When it hits, it deals damage to all opposing Pokemon and burns all opposing Pokemon that have had their stats boosted during the turn.<\/p>\n
Grassy Glide is a new Grass-type move that can be taught starting with these expansions. This move has high priority when used on Grassy Terrain.<\/p>\n
Max Soup<\/strong><\/p>\n
Max Soup is a special dish made from rare ingredients you can gather on the Isle of Armor. If a Pokemon with great hidden potential drinks Max Soup, it will become a special Pokemon capable of Gigantamaxing.<\/p>\n
Some Pokemon that Trainers are already traveling with may also gain the ability to Gigantamax.<\/p>\n
Expansion Pass Part 2: The Crown Tundra<\/h1>\n
The second area unlocked by the Expansion Pass is the snow-swept realm of the Crown Tundra. In this frigid yet beautiful landscape\u2014with its jagged winter mountains and shining, silvery landscape\u2014people live in small communities where they support and rely on one another. A man named Peony will appoint the player as the leader of his exploration team in the Crown Tundra and task them with investigating the reaches of this frozen land. Players will also be able to explore the depths of the Pokemon Dens seen during Max Raid Battles. What\u2019s more, it seems several previously unseen Legendary Pokemon make the Crown Tundra their home.<\/p>\n
\u25a0 Newly Discovered Legendary Pokemon<\/strong><\/p>\n
Regieleki<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Category:<\/strong> Electron Pokemon<\/li>\n
- Type:<\/strong> Electric<\/li>\n
- Height:<\/strong> 3\u02b911\u2033<\/li>\n
- Weight:<\/strong> 319.7 lbs.<\/li>\n
- Ability:<\/strong> Transistor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Regieleki absorbs electrons to live. Regieleki\u2019s signature Electric-type special move, Thunder Cage, fires furious bolts of electricity from its lower half, trapping opponents directly below it in a cage of lightning. Thunder Cage doesn\u2019t only deal damage to opponents when it lands\u2014the electrified cage will also cause damage every turn for four to five turns and prevent opponents from fleeing or being swapped out.<\/p>\n
Regidrago<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Category:<\/strong> Dragon Orb Pokemon<\/li>\n
- Type:<\/strong> Dragon<\/li>\n
- Height:<\/strong> 6\u02b911\u2033<\/li>\n
- Weight:<\/strong> 440.9 lbs.<\/li>\n
- Ability:<\/strong> Dragon\u2019s Maw<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Regirago\u2019s body is composed of crystallized dragon energy. With Regidrago\u2019s signature move, Dragon Energy, the Pokemon assumes a shape similar to a dragon\u2019s head, then fires intense dragon energy from its mouth. The more HP the user has remaining, the higher the move\u2019s power.<\/p>\n
\u25a0 Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres?<\/strong><\/p>\n
Legendary Pokemon bearing strong resemblances to Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres have been spotted in the Crown Tundra. These Pokemon seem to bear Ice-type, Electric-type, and Fire-type characteristics, respectively, and were previously thought to be the same as the Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres seen in other regions. Recently gathered data from reported sightings and other sources about the Pokemon have bolstered the theory that they are, in fact, distinct variants.<\/p>\n
Galarian Articuno<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Category:<\/strong> Cruel Pokemon<\/li>\n
- Type:<\/strong> Psychic\/Flying<\/li>\n
- Height:<\/strong> 5\u02b97\u2033<\/li>\n
- Weight:<\/strong> 112.2 lbs.<\/li>\n
- Ability:<\/strong> Competitive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Once every several decades, this migratory Pokemon appears in the Crown Tundra. Galarian Articuno\u2019s signature move, Freezing Glare, is a Psychic-type special move in which the Pokemon attacks by firing psychic power from both eyes. This move may also leave the target frozen.<\/p>\n
Galarian Zapdos<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Category:<\/strong> Strong Legs Pokemon<\/li>\n
- Type:<\/strong> Fighting\/Flying<\/li>\n
- Height:<\/strong> 5\u02b93\u2033<\/li>\n
- Weight:<\/strong> 128.3 lbs.<\/li>\n
- Ability:<\/strong> Defiant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Once every several decades, this migratory Pokemon appears in the Crown Tundra. Galarian Zapdos\u2019s signature move, Thunderous Kick, is a Fighting-type physical move that overwhelms the target with lightning-like movement before delivering a kick. This also lowers the target\u2019s Defense stat.<\/p>\n
Galarian Moltres<\/strong><\/p>\n
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- Category:<\/strong> Malevolent Pokemon<\/li>\n
- Type:<\/strong> Dark\/Flying<\/li>\n
- Height:<\/strong> 6\u02b97\u2033<\/li>\n
- Weight:<\/strong> 145.5 lbs.<\/li>\n
- Ability:<\/strong> Berserk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Once every several decades, this migratory Pokemon appears in the Crown Tundra. Galarian Moltres\u2019s signature move, Fiery Wrath, is a Dark-type special move in which the Pokemon transforms its wrath into a fire-like aura to attack. It may also make opposing Pokemon flinch.<\/p>\n
\u25a0 New Characters<\/strong><\/p>\n
Upon arriving in the Crown Tundra, players will encounter Peony, who has brought his daughter along on an adventure to find the truth behind tales of Legendary Pokemon in the area. Listening isn\u2019t his strong suit, and his bold behaviour draws plenty of attention, but he has a kind side and plenty of affection for his daughter.<\/p>\n
\u25a0 Dynamax Adventure<\/strong><\/p>\n
Trainers can team up with three other players to go on a Dynamax Adventure, where they will be able to venture into Pokemon Dens and even encounter Dynamax Pokemon. If Trainers do encounter a Dynamax Pokemon during their exploration, they\u2019ll need to work together in a Max Raid Battle. Trainers will get a chance to catch the Dynamax Pokemon for their team if they triumph in the battle, but they\u2019ll be kicked out of the den should they lose.<\/p>\n
\u25a0 Galarian Star Tournament<\/strong><\/p>\n
Once Trainers progress far enough in their adventure in the Crown Tundra, they\u2019ll be able to participate in the Galarian Star Tournament, held in the city of Wyndon. In this tournament, Trainers will battle with various characters they met in Pokemon Sword<\/em> and Pokemon Shield<\/em>\u2014but not just as opponents. They can also pick a teammate and tackle the tournament together.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
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Another round of details (and screenshots) are in for Pokemon Sword\/Shield. We have the official word on the latest features for The Isle of Armor and The Crown Tundra as part of the Expansion Pass, including new Galarian and Gigantamax Pokemon, tutor moves, the Galarian Star Tournament, and more. Here’s the full rundown:<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":666702,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[11,54,4462],"tags":[465,47718,47717,42],"class_list":["post-666657","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","category-screenshots","category-switch","tag-game-freak","tag-pokemon-shield","tag-pokemon-sword","tag-top"],"yoast_head":"\n
Pokemon Sword\/Shield Expansion Pass details - Galarian and Gigantamax Pokemon, tutor moves, Galarian Star Tournament, more<\/title>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n