Pokemon Presents August 3rd: Everything We Learned

The Pokemon Presents for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (SV) on August 3rd (8/3) introduced the new Terastal forms and features, new regional forms and Pokemon, new forms for Koraidon and Miraidon, and more!

Pokemon Presents: Everything We Learned

New Terastal Feature

The new Terastal feature is the latest in a line of Pokemon battle gimmicks, similar to Dynamax which appeared in Pokemon Sword and Shield.

Similar to Dynamax, Terastallizing allows Pokemon to change form in the middle of battle. Instead of increasing HP and using Max moves, Terastal Pokemon can gain a new type and have increased power for moves of the associated type.

All Terastal Forms and Types

Tera Raid Battles

The Raid Battle system from Pokemon Sword and Shield is back as new and improved Tera Raid Battles. Unlike the strict turn-by-turn playstyle of the previous generation, Tera Raid Battles allow players to choose their actions without waiting for each others' turns.

Tera Raid Battles

Paldean Region Name Confirmed

The name of the main stage of Scarlet and Violet, the Paldea Region, has finally been revealed together with a gorgeous map of the region.

Paldea Region: Map and Locations

Paldean Forms Confirmed

Paldean Wooper
Type

Along with the name of the Paldea Region, Regional Variants have been confirmed to return to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet with a new Poison/Ground-type Wooper making his appearance!

All Paldean Form Pokemon

New Pokemon: Cetitan and Fidough Revealed

More New Pokemon
Cetitan	Fidough
Type

The Fairy-type Fidough, and the Ice-type Cetitan are two of the newest revealed Pokemon for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet!

New Pokemon

New Bike Forms for Koraidon and Miraidon

Koraidon and Miraidon have finally been shown in their true glory, rolling on two wheels across the plains and mountains of Paldea. Each of the Bike Forms has various builds allowing them to traverse each of the various climates found in the region!

Koraidon and Miraidon Bike Forms Revealed

A Game Unfolding in Three Stories

New light was shed on the open world nature of the game; not only can players approach the Gyms in any order, there are two other main stories, allowing players to choose to eschew Gyms and take on each of the three stories in any order they wish.

Three Stories: From Gyms to Gems

New Characters

Penny	Jacq	Grusha
Clavell	Arven

The cast of characters has ballooned with a host of new faces from the academy which the player character attends.

List of Characters

Version Exclusive Pokemon

Pokemon Scarlet	Pokemon Violet
Larvitar, Stonjourner	Bagon, Eiscue

Version Exclusive Pokemon have also been confirmed for Scarlet and Violet, with Larvitar and Stonjourner appearing in Pokemon Scarlet, and Bagon and Eiscue appearing in Pokemon Violet.

Version Exclusives and Differences

Pokemon Presents Start Time and Date

The Pokemon Presents started at 6 AM Pacific Time on August 3rd, and is viewable through the video above.

Check the chart below to see what that corresponds to in your local region.

What Do We Expect To See?

Similar Content to the Third Sword & Shield Trailer

The first and second trailers have followed closely in the footsteps of the trailers for Pokemon Sword and Shield in both release dates and contents revealed. Based on this pattern, it's likely that we'll get similar info in the third Scarlet and Violet trailer to that shown in the trailer above.

Regional Forms and Region Name

We're likely to get our first glimpse of new regional forms in the third trailer. Surprisingly, the name of the region itself still has not been announced, so we think this is a good time for both of these to be revealed in one go.

Region: What Country is Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Based On?

New Pokemon

As Morpeko was revealed in the third Sword and Shield trailer, we're expecting to get a look at a few new Pokemon, and perhaps one with a gimmick following in Morpeko's footsteps.

New Pokemon

New Rivals

Although Nemona was already revealed in the second trailer, she seems to be more of a friend than a true threat. It's possible that we'll see a more menacing rival emerge this time around.

List of Characters

New Villain Team

We still haven't gotten a look at a villainous team like Team Rocket in Scarlet and Violet yet. After the comical Team Yell downplayed the focus in the story on the villain team in Sword and Shield, it's possible that this aspect will be removed altogether in Scarlet and Violet, but it's also possible that a resurgence in their role is around the corner.

What do you think is waiting in the third trailer? Let us know in the comments!

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Related Links

Latest News and Game Info

DLC Epilogue

DLC Story Epilogue
DLC Story Epilogue The story epilogue for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC is now live!
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Current & Upcoming Tera Raid Events

Tera Raid Events
7★ Primarina Tera Raid Event Round 1 is LIVE!
Start Date	May 10, 2024 (Tue) at 00:00 UTC
End Date	May 13, 2024 (Thu) at 23:59 UTC
Upcoming Tera Raid Events
Event	Description
7-Star Primarina Tera Raid Event Round 2	Featured Pokemon: Level 100 Primarina with the Unrivaled Mark Duration: 05/17/2023 (12:00 AM)~ 05/20/2023 (11:59 PM)
5-Star Blissey Tera Raid Event Rerun	Featured Pokemon: Blissey with increased Tera Shard Drops Duration: 05/17/2023 (12:00 AM)~ 05/20/2023 (11:59 PM)

Current & Upcoming Mass Outbreak Events

Current & Upcoming Tournaments, Online Competitions and Ranked Battle Season

Event	Description
Ranked Battle Regulation G [LIVE]	Ruleset: Legendary Pokemon will finally be available in Regulation G!
Ranked Battle Regulation F	Ruleset: New and Returning Pokemon from The Indigo Disk DLC will be available in Regulation F!
Global Challenge II 2024	Ruleset: Regulation F Signup Period: February 22 ~ 29, 2024 Competition Period: March 1~3, 2024
2024 World Championship Series	Ruleset: Regulation E

Current Mystery Gift Codes

All Mystery Gift Codes
Code/Method	Reward	Start / End
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987W1THSPECS	Shin Yeo-Myeong's Flutter Mane	May 5, 2024 - May 7, 2024
FAKE0UTEU1C	Marco Silva's Iron Hands	April 5, 2024 - April 8, 2024
L1K0W1TH906	Liko's Sprigatito	Mar 15, 2024 - Sept 30, 2024
Y0AS0B1B1R1B1R1	YOASOBI Pawmot	Mar 13, 2024 - Feb 28, 2025
NE0R0T0MC0VER	Neo-Kitakami Rotom Phone Case	Jan 15, 2024 - TBD
Select Get via Internet	Mythical Pecha Berry	N/A
G0TCHAP0KEM0N	Quick Ball	Dec 26, 2023 - Feb 28, 2025
SUPEREFFECT1VE	Expert Belt	Dec 26, 2023 - Feb 28, 2025
WEARTERASTALCAP	Terastal Symbol Cap	Dec 22, 2023 - Nov 30, 2024
SEEY0U1NPALDEA	Upbeat 1IV Gimmighoul	Dec 13, 2023 - Nov 30, 2024
TEAMSTAR	Paldean Winds Team Star Revavroom	Nov 22, 2023 - Oct 31, 2024
SWEET0RSP1CY	Paldean Winds Herba Mystica	Oct 18, 2023 - Sep 30, 2024
L1KEAFLUTE	Paldean Winds Cetitan	Sep 6, 2023 - August 31, 2024
Connect to Pokemon HOME	Gen 9 HA Starters	May 3, 2023 - No Expiration

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• How to Do the Item Printer RNG Exploit - 4/17
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• Teal Mask New DLC Pokemon Tier List - 9/22
• Report on the Treasure Hunt Video Details - 9/07
• Paldean Winds Cetitan Mystery Gift Code - 9/06
• Catch Paldean Starters in Pokemon GO - 9/05
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• August 22 DLC Trailer : New Sinistea Form? - 8/22
• August 13 The Indigo Disk Trailer: Everything We Learned - 8/13
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• 2024 Pokemon Championship Series Details - 07/03
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• All Mystery Gift Codes and How to Get - 11/02
• Version Differences: Scarlet vs. Violet - 10/27
• Play Time: How Long is the Game? - 10/27
• Official Guidebook Details - 10/17
• Does Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Have HMs? - 10/12
• Does Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Have Voice Acting? - 10/12
• The Profile App Replaces the Trainer Card - 10/06
• New Features and Changes from Previous Versions - 10/04
• How to Preorder and Preorder Bonuses - 09/27
• Is There A New Eeveelution? - 09/08
• Is The Game Open World? - 09/08
• Is There Mega Evolution? - 09/08
• Available Platforms - 08/25
• All Game Editions and Double Pack Features - 08/25
• Is the National Dex in the Game? - 08/25
• Is There Exp. Share? - 08/22
• Will There Be DLC? - 08/19
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Pre-Release News

• 10 Pokemon Who Should Return and 10 Who Should Not - 11/15
• New Coin Pokemon Appears in Pokemon GO - 11/05
• Preload Date and Guide: How to Preload - 10/12
• Will the Arceus System Make a Comeback? - 09/08
• Will There Be A Demo Or Beta Version? - 08/25
• Release Date and Time - 08/25
• Will Battles Be Real-Time? - 08/25

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