Pokémon Sword & Shield : All The Things You Have To Know

by Joemar · 2019-06-07

Pokémon Sword & Shield, e3 2019

Pokémon Sword & Shield

Nintendo Switch – EU, JP, & USA

The Pokemon Sword & Shield will be released on November 15, 2019. But as early as now, it is giving quite massive teasers making Pokemon fans asking for more. So what do we have to know about these games and why these have been a talk of the town lately? Let’s find out!

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Before Nintendo even rocks the E3 2019, it already dedicated a special presentation as their pre-E3 salvo. And this was to showcase the two upcoming games, Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. During the Pokémon Direct stream, it was later on revealed regarding the new gameplay, new Pokémons, battle mechanics, and other interesting things that you should know about as a Pokémon fan.

If you haven’t watched the Pokémon Direct last June 5, 2019, you can watch it below:

Release Date

No one will be left out with Pokémon Sword & Shield’s release date. It will be having its global release on November 15, 2019. And we have a great news for you, these games can now be pre-ordered on our website!

Legendaries

Paralleling to the game’s name of Pokémon Shield and Sword are the new legendary Pokémon that we’ll certainly crave to have. These new legendaries represent the titles, Sword and Shield. Hence, we have Zamazenta embodying the shield design and Zacian for the sword which we can find in its mouth.

❗️ New Pokémon have been discovered ❗️

Introducing the Legendary Pokémon Zacian and Zamazenta!

These Pokémon are shrouded in mystery and are even unknown to those who live in the Galar region…#PokemonSwordShield

⚔️🛡️ https://t.co/bcZ1DTTVgg pic.twitter.com/BRrfjvs7aH

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) June 5, 2019

Zamazenta’s regal and majestic movements overwhelm any opponents that dare face it.

Its body is covered in what seems to be a shield… 🛡️#PokemonSwordShield pic.twitter.com/KJoKJVVdju

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) June 5, 2019

Story Details And Characters

Galar, a new region in Pokémon Sword & Shield, boasts a big deal for Pokémon battles. Based on the trailer, the “gyms” are in fact gyms where we can find numerous audiences watching the battle as you take down the Gym Leaders. It was even mentioned by Pokémon Company that in Galar, “Pokemon battles are regarded as the most popular form of entertainment.” So it’s definitely a spectacle to watch!

There is a vast expanse of land in the Galar region which is known as the Wild Area. The Wild Area is full of nature as far as the eye can see, and it connects several different towns and cities. #PokemonSwordShield pic.twitter.com/6dvkCvQ6MK

— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) June 5, 2019

You’ll also meet the current Galar Champion, Leon. Trainers will also meet Hop, Leon’s younger brother. Let’s get to know them more.

Your neighbor, Hop, is the younger brother of Leon and aims to become Champion, just like his older brother. He’ll become your rival when you begin your Pokémon journeys on the same day. #PokemonSwordShield pic.twitter.com/vPH7bUTesw

— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) June 5, 2019

And oh, let’s not also forget Milo, the kind-hearted Grass-type Gym Leader in Galar.

One of those Gym Leaders is the kindhearted Milo, who specializes in Grass-type Pokémon. 🍃

His credo is to always enjoy battles, and he is well liked by the Trainers in his Gym.#PokemonSwordShield pic.twitter.com/fpVjzB1wK5

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) June 5, 2019

New Gen 8 Pokemon

Your journey in the Galar Region wouldn’t be complete without the new Gen 8 Pokémons that you’ll meet along the way. Now let’s get to know more about Gossifleur, Wooloo, Drednaw, and Corviknight.

	You’ll meet the Flowering Pokémon, Gossifleur, in Pokémon Sword & Shield! It favors lands with clean water and air, and its pollen has a healing effect that was used as medicine for sick children. It travels long distances by getting blown along by the wind.
	When Gossifleur evolves into the Cotton Bloom Pokémon, Eldegoss, its head becomes covered in thick cotton fluff! The fluff is a cushion that helps to protect Eldegoss’s head from damage. Fun fact: The tiny seeds attached to its cotton fluff are said to be highly nutritious!
	The white fur that covers their bodies grows throughout their lives, and it will fully grow back in three months even if the Wooloo has been completely shorn. The fur is used for clothing and carpets and the like, and it is very popular as a specialty product of the Galar region.
	The vicious Bite Pokémon, Drednaw, will make its debut in Pokémon Sword & Shield! It takes a skilled Trainer to tame this Pokémon. Its jagged fangs are strong enough to bite through rock & iron. While it has a heavy rock shell, its well-developed muscles allow it to move quickly.
	Corviknight is the dashing lord of the skies, said to be the strongest Pokémon living in the skies of the Galar region. It has superb flying skills & high intelligence. Because of this, many of them work for Galar Taxi, transporting people from town to town.

Dynamax

One of the best game elements that we have seen on Pokémon Sword & Shield is the Dynamax. It is a temporary transformation that can be activated in a given battle as a move. Using the Dynamax will allow your Pokémon to grow as giants with maximized power.

All right, Trainers, let’s talk #Dynamax.

Dynamax is a phenomenon unique to specific locations in Galar, where Pokémon are able to take on gigantic appearances. Pokémon from Galar are capable of Dynamaxing, and Dynamax Pokémon become tremendously strong!#PokemonSwordShield pic.twitter.com/dDnzR6GS4P

— Pokémon (@Pokemon) June 5, 2019

We surely know that these pieces of information have made you more excited to get the Pokémon Sword & Shield, e3 2019. Don’t be the last to get the game. Click the buttons now to pre-order!