Nintendo NTRRIPKE Instruction Booklet page 8

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You can catch wild Pokémon with Poké Balls (see page 16).While in battle, touch "BAG," then select
"POKé BALLS." Select a Poké Ball you want to use and throw it at the Pokémon to try to catch it—you
may not always be successful. After you have caught the Pokémon, you can give it a nickname.
* If your Pokémon party is full with six Pokémon, the new Pokémon will automatically be transferred to Someone's PC (the
Pokémon Storage System).
Where to Find Pokémon
Pokémon inhabit caves, areas with tall grass, seas, and lakes. Certain Pokémon only appear in the
morning or late in the evening. You can also use a Fishing Rod by the water, or while crossing water
while using the HM Surf, to catch some kinds of Pokémon. Press
Tips for Catching Pokémon
You must first weaken the Pokémon by attacking it until its HP is low. It will also be easier to catch the
Pokémon if you Paralyze it, make it Sleep, and so on.
Experience Points
When you win a battle, Experience Points are given to Pokémon that fought in the battle. When the
Experience Point gauge fills completely, a Pokémon's level goes up.
Tips on Raising Low-Level Pokémon
Place the Pokémon whose level you want to raise in the first slot of your Pokémon party. Immediately
switch to another Pokémon as soon as you enter a battle. As long as you win the battle, even the
Pokémon that didn't fight will receive a portion of the Experience Points.
Pokémon Evolution
There are some Pokémon that evolve and change form as they grow. A Pokémon can evolve when its
level increases, through the use of certain items, if it is traded (see page 19), and so on.
Talking to Your Pokémon
While moving around, you can turn and speak to the Pokémon you are traveling with.
Your Pokémon will have different answers, depending on your location and its feelings.
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when the icon appears.
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There are many different buildings and houses in the Johto region. As you walk around, be sure to check
out everything and chat with everyone you meet. You might find some useful information.
Pokémon Center
(PC)
The people here will heal your injured Pokémon for free. You can also use the PC
here. A Pokémon Center is the most useful place a Pokémon Trainer can visit!
* Communication play can be done with your friends on the 2F and B1F of a Pokémon
Center (see page 19).
Healing Your Pokémon and PC
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Give your Pokémon to the lady behind the counter to completely recover their
HP and PP. Your Pokémon will also recover completely if they have fainted, are poisoned, and so on.
By using a PC, you can store or withdraw your Pokémon you've caught. You can also view Mail and your
Photo Album, and edit Ball Capsules.
* When you have Seals on a Ball Capsule, you cannot store that Capsule in the PC. If you would like to store that
Pokémon in the PC Box, detach the Ball Capsule from the Pokémon first.
Poké Mart
Here, you can buy items that can help you on your adventure. Poké Marts in different towns sometimes
sell different things. Also, the number of Badges you have will affect what you can buy.
Pokéathlon
The Pokéathlon will become available at the Pokéathlon Dome as you progress through the story. You
can compete with your Pokémon in ten different types of event.
Head to the Reception Desk in the center of the Pokéathlon Dome. After selecting "JOIN," you can
choose a course. Then select which three Pokémon will compete. Your Pokémon's performance will
be displayed on the top screen, so select Pokémon from your party (and your PC Boxes) that will do
well in the events. Touch "START" to begin, or touch "Details" for more information about how to play.
Each course has three different events. Once the points and bonuses have been added up, the winning
team is decided. If you win, you'll receive a medal for that particular course. Also, special points used
only in the Pokéathlon called Athlete Points are awarded. These can be traded for items.
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