Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Details Mantine Surfing And Other Cool New Features

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The Pokémon Company has shared its latest update on Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon with new info such as Mantine Surfing and more that awaits on the return to Alola.

 

First, here’s a look at a new trailer highlighting new features.

 

The island challenge is a ritual passed down in the Alola region. Its intention is to help children grow into full-fledged Pokémon Trainers. To complete the island challenge, you must face trials on each of four islands.

Some trials in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon seem to play out in different ways than they did in Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon.

 

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The trials are hosted by the captains found on each island.

 

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The content of the trials can vary from running around the area to trying to solve puzzles.

 

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At the end of each trial, you’ll face a powerful Pokémon known as a totem. If you defeat it, you’ll complete the trial.

 

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The final trial of each island is the grand trial, where you face off in battle against the leader of that island—the island kahuna!

 

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There’s even a new trial with Mina, one of the captains who serve as guides for these trials.

 

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It has been revealed that the mysterious Pokémon shown on the Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon packages is in fact Necrozma, after it has taken over the Legendary Pokémon Solgaleo or Lunala. These forms of Necrozma are called Dusk Mane Necrozma and Dawn Wings Necrozma.

 

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During your island challenge, you’ll be confronted with troubles involving the Legendary Pokémon Necrozma. You’ll meet mysterious people and Pokémon as you witness the new danger closing in on the Alola region.

 

Ride the Waves with Mantine Surf!

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In Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon, you’ll be able to have fun with Mantine Surf, a sport that lets you do some surfing while riding on Mantine’s back. Mantine Surf isn’t just a way to get between islands—it’s also a sport where you compete for the highest score by pulling off different cool moves! Try to become a top-notch Mantine Surfer by riding Mantine like a pro!

 

Dash ARound Alola with Ride Pokémon

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Once you get the Ride Pager item, you’ll be able to go on Ride Pokémon and reach places you couldn’t get to before. As you progress through your adventure, you’ll meet and then gain access to various Ride Pokémon. Dash through the world of Alola with the help of Pokémon!

 

Take Great Photos with the Alola Photo Club

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Take all sorts of photos with the Pokémon you like at the brand-new Alola Photo Club! You choose the Pokémon to appear together with you in the photo, as well as your outfit, the background, camera angle, and more, so you can take the perfect picture. Get an amazing photo with your favorite Pokémon—and show it off to your friends!

 

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Taking a photo with a Pokémon also makes that Pokémon more affectionate toward you. As their affection toward you increases, your Pokémon will try to do even better than usual during battles. Strengthen your bonds with your Pokémon!

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Taking a photo with a Pokémon also makes that Pokémon more affectionate toward you. As their affection toward you increases, your Pokémon will try to do even better than usual during battles. Strengthen your bonds with your Pokémon!

 

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon release on November 17, 2017 for Nintendo 3DS.


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