NINTENDO DS Pokemon Pearl User Manual

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INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

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WARNING - Seizures

• Some people (about 1 in 4000) may have seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes or patterns, such as while watching TV or playing video games, even if they have never had a seizure before.

• Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness, or other symptom linked to an epileptic condition should consult a doctor before playing a video game.

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Altered vision Involuntary movements Disorientation

• To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games:

1. Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.

2. Play video games on the smallest available television screen.

3. Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.

4. Play in a well-lit room.

5. Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.

WARNING - Radio Frequency Interference

The Nintendo DS can emit radio waves that can affect the operation of nearby electronics, including cardiac pacemakers.

• Do not operate the Nintendo DS within 9 inches of a pacemaker while using the wireless feature.

• If you have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, do not use the wireless feature of the Nintendo DS without first consulting your doctor or the manufacturer of your medical device.

• Observe and follow all regulations and rules regarding use of wireless devices in locations such as hospitals, airports, and on board aircraft. Operation in those locations may interfere with or cause malfunctions of equipment, with resulting injuries to persons or damage to property.

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Playing video games can make your muscles, joints, skin or eyes hurt after a few hours. Follow these instructions to avoid problems such as tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin irritation or eyestrain:

• Avoid excessive play. It is recommended that parents monitor their children for appropriate play.

• Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour, even if you don't think you need it.

• When using the stylus, you do not need to grip it tightly or press it hard against the screen. Doing so may cause fatigue or discomfort.

• If your hands, wrists, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, stop and rest them for several hours before playing again.

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If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, arms or eyes during or after play, stop playing and see a doctor.

WARNING - Battery Leakage

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• Do not peel or damage the battery label.

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Pokémon character names,

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Your Adventure Begins Object of the Game Basic Controls Starting the Game The Menu Screen

About Battles Catching Pokémon Raising Pokémon

Buildings in Town

Various Items

Migrate Pokémon from GBA

Gym Leaders and Badges

Communication

Wireless Communication

Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection

Battle Tower

This is the Pearl version of Pokémon. The main difference between this game and the Diamond version is how often and which types of Pokémon appear. Pokémon Pearl can communicate with the Diamond version using Wireless Communication. It can be linked to the Ruby, Sapphire, FireRed, LeafGreen and Emerald versions using the Dual Slot function of the Nintendo DS. It is not possible to communicate with the Red, Blue, Yellow, Gold, Silver, or Crystal versions. This product is also NOT compatible with Pokémon Stadium, Pokémon Stadium 2 for the N64, or Pokémon Colosseum, Pokémon XD, or Pokémon Box for the Nintendo GameCube, or any Pokémon Battle-e Cards.

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YOUR ADVENTURE BEGINS

In this world live creatures called Pokémon. Humans and Pokémon have lived, worked, and played together in harmony for ages. Nevertheless, there are still numerous mysteries surrounding them. In order to find out more about these creatures, many scientists–such as Professor Rowan of Sandgem Tow n–have dedicated their lives to Pokémon research.

One day, in search of rare Pokémon, you and your friend take a hike around the lake close to your town. While looking around the lakeside, you see two strangers talking about Pokémon. After they leave, you realize that they left a briefcase behind. You and your friend talk about what to do with the briefcase.

In Pokémon Pearl, you can choose from either a boy or girl. No matter which one you choose, there is no difference in the story. However, it is recommended that you choose a character with the same gender as yours.

Pokémon Pearl uses the clock feature of the DS system. Please do not change the DS system you are using or change the time setting of your DS system. This will affect your adventure such as how Berries grow in the game.

OBJECT OF THE GAME

Set out for adventure in the Sinnoh region!Set out for adventure in the Sinnoh region!Set out for adventure in the Sinnoh region!

The Sinnoh region is filled with many strange and mysterious wonders. Your adventure will mature you as a trainer and have you cross paths with many people. Only with the help of friends and the cooperation of your Pokémon will you be able to complete this daring adventure.

Catch Many Different Pokémon!Catch Many Different Pokémon!Catch Many Different Pokémon!

Your goal is to complete your Pokédex by collecting lots of different kinds of Pokémon. When you catch a Pokémon, its data will automatically be recorded in your Pokédex. Visit Professor Rowan every once in a while to have him rate how complete your Pokédex is.

In order to catch all the Pokémon in the Sinnoh region, thus completing your Pokédex, you must trade with the Pearl version. Work together with your friends to get your Pokédex as complete as possible!

Become the Best Trainer Ever!Become the Best Trainer Ever!Become the Best Trainer Ever!

Another goal is to improve your skills as a Pokémon Trainer. During your adventures, you'll battle wild Pokémon, as well as other Trainers. Both types of battles will help you and your Pokémon become stronger. There are also Pokémon Gyms in the Sinnoh region, each of which has a very talented Trainer known as the Gym Leader. Only those who defeat the Gym Leaders will be accepted as true Trainers. It will be a tough fight, but you must be brave and charge into battle!

BASIC CONTROLS

Top Screen

L Button Microphone

Control Pad

Lower Screen (Touch Screen)

Closing the Nintendo DS while playing will automatically put it into Sleep Mode. Opening the Nintendo DS will resume the game.

Control Pad Move around in the field or move the cursor on menu screens.

A Button Select a command, talk to a person in front of you, check out an

B Button Cancel a command. If you have the Running Shoes, you can run

X Button Open the Menu (see page 10). Y Button Use a Key Item that you have Registered (see page 29). L or R Button Cycle through selections when available.

Cannot be used if you set button mode to L=A (see page 14).

item in front of you, or scroll through text.

while holding down the B Button.

Mark

Y Button X Button

R Button

A Button B Button

START

SELECT

START Start the game, move the cursor, or select or quit the slot machine. SELECT Organize or switch items.

Mark The top square means Top Screen, and the bottom square

means Touch Screen. When this is displayed in red, it means control has moved to the Touch Screen. When displayed in blue, it means to pay attention to the Top Screen.

Touch Screen ControlsTouch Screen ControlsTouch Screen Controls

The Touch Screen is used at various times during your adventure. When control has moved to the Touch Screen, touch or slide icons for control according to the situation.

In this Instruction Booklet, a pink frame surrounds the top screen and a blue frame surrounds the Touch Screen.

During Battle (see page 15)

Displayed during battle. Touch any button to select.

Pokémon Watch (Pokétch) (see page 30)

You will receive a Pokétch during your adventure. The Pokétch has many useful functions that will aid you along the way.

Other than the above, there are other situations that will use the Touch Screen for control.

STARTING THE GAME

1. Make sure the Nintendo DS system is turned off. Insert the Pokémon Pearl Game Card into the Game Card slot on the back of the system and push until it clicks into place.

2. After you turn the power on, the Health and Safety Screen is displayed (shown to the right). After fully reading the information, touch the Touch Screen to continue.

3. Touch the Pokémon Pearl panel on the DS Menu Screen to start the game.

If you set the DS system to Auto Mode, the game will automatically start after the Health and Safety Screen is displayed. For more information, please check the Instruction Booklet of your Nintendo DS.

4. Press the A Button or START on the title screen to start the game.

Starting a New GameStarting a New GameStarting a New Game

At first, Professor Rowan will explain the game to you. When you are done reading, select "NO INFO NEEDED" and press the A Button.

If you select "NEW GAME" and already have a saved game, you will not be able to save. You will need to delete your saved data if you would like to restart the game from the beginning (see page 9).

Choose a Gender

Select your gender. Use the Control Pad to highlight one, then press the A Button to decide.

Decide on Your Name

Enter a name for your character. To enter a name, touch a letter on the Touch Screen, or use the Control Pad to highlight a letter and press the A Button. If you make a mistake, touch "BACK" or press the B Button to go back one letter. When you've finished entering your name, select "OK" to start your journey!

Remember, your gender and name cannot be changed later.

ContinueContinueContinue

Continue playing from the last place you saved (see page 13).

"CONTINUE" will be added to the Start Menu after you save the game. Saving the game can be done by selecting "SAVE" on the Menu

Screen (see page 13). To delete your saved game, go to the Title Screen, then

simultaneously press Up on the Control Pad, SELECT, and the B Button. Once your saved data is deleted, it CANNOT be restored. Please be careful when deleting your saved data. (All Pokémon and Items will be deleted.)

THE MENU SCREEN

Press the X Button to bring up the Menu Screen.

Some selections will be added to the Menu Screen by progressing through the adventure.

POKéDEX (see page 10)

BAG (see page 12)

TRAINER CARD (see page 13)

POKéDEXPOKéDEXPOKéDEX

Information is recorded here about Pokémon you see and catch. Use the Touch Screen or Control Pad for control. "SEARCH POKéMON" will enable you to search for Pokémon by alphabetical or numerical order.

CHECK POKéDEX

In addition to reviewing a Pokémon's data, you can listen to their cries, check out where they live, or see how large they are compared to you. "BACK" on the Touch Screen takes you to the previous Pokémon and "NEXT" takes you to the next Pokémon.

Dial

Slide to rotate it. The list on the Top Screen will move back and forth.

Touching the icon takes you to the beginning or end of your Pokédex.

POKéMON (see page 11)

Bag styles will differ for boy or girl.

SAVE (see page 13)

OPTIONS (see page 14)

POKéMONPOKéMONPOKéMON

View your party Pokémon's summaries and change their order in the battle lineup. Touch the Touch Screen or press the A Button to select a Pokémon.

Summary

Displays the status of each of your Pokémon, such as current level, Experience Points, and so on. Touch the Touch Screen or press Left and Right on the Control Pad to switch pages. Press Up and Down on the Control Pad to switch Pokémon.

Some selections will be added to the Pokémon Menu by progressing through the adventure.

Checks basic information. Current Experience Points also can be checked (see page 21).

Checks stats. (Such as Attack, Defense, Special Attack, Special Defense and Ability.)

Checks Moves. Press the A Button to display detailed info on a Move. Press the A Button once more to switch a Move's order. Use Up or Down on the Control Pad to choose a position.

Checks Pokémon Contest Moves (see page 24). Press the A Button to display detailed info on a Move. Press the A Button once more to switch a Move's order. Use Up or Down on the Control Pad to choose a position.

Displays Ribbons the Pokémon has. Press the A Button to check Ribbon details.

Checks Pokémon's nature or preference of taste.

Checks Condition used in Contests (see page 24).

Returns to the previous screen.

Switch

You can change the order of the Pokémon in your party.

Item

Give an item or mail to your Pokémon to hold, or take it back.

BagBagBag

You can store your items here. Items are automatically divided in your bag. Touch the Touch Screen or press Left or Right on the Control Pad to change screens.

Bag styles will differ between the boy and girl.

YOUR NAME (Trainer Card)YOUR NAME (Trainer Card)YOUR NAME (Trainer Card)

View your own Trainer Card. On the front it displays information such as your ID Number, the amount of money you have, the number of Pokémon you've seen, and how long you've been playing. By pressing the A Button, you can also see the back side. After having traded or fought, it will display how many times you've traded Pokémon and your battle record with friends. You can also view the Gym Leaders you have defeated and Badges you have obtained by touching the Touch Screen.

Items (see page 26)

TMs & HMs (see page 26)

Battle Items (see page 29)

Medicine (see page 26)

Berries (see page 27)

Key Items (see page 29)

Poké Balls (see page 26)

Mail (see page 29)

How do you arrange the items in your Bag?

Open your Bag, move the cursor to an item you want to move, and press SELECT. Next, move the cursor to the place where you want to move the item, then press SELECT or the A Button.

You cannot move an item to a different pocket.

SaveSaveSave

You can save your game at any time, except during a battle or Contest. By choosing “CONTINUE” on the Start Menu, you can continue playing from the last place you saved (see page 9).

Do not turn the Nintendo DS system off or remove the DS Game Card until the game has finished saving.

Warning! If you select "NEW GAME" and already have a saved game, you will not be able to save (see page 8).

OptionsOptionsOptions

Change certain game settings, such as Text Speed and Battle Style. Press Up and Down on the Control Pad to select a setting, then press Left and Right on the Control Pad to change it. Select "CONFIRM" on the bottom of the menu and press the A Button to save the changes. Press the B Button to cancel changes.

Text Speed

Set the speed at which the text will appear to "SLOW," "MID," or "FAST."

Battle Scene

Turn Battle Animations "ON" or "OFF."

If "OFF" is selected, the actions of Pokémon during a battle will be displayed only by text on the screen.

Battle Style

Choose one of these Battle Styles to use when fighting Pokémon Trainers.

You may switch Pokémon when your opponent's Pokémon has fainted.

Shift

You will continue to battle with your currently selected Pokémon after

Set

your opponent's Pokémon has fainted.

Sound

Choose either "STEREO" or "MONO."

Button Mode

You can choose a type of control from the following three types.

Normal START=X L=A

Basic Control Type (see page 6). You can use the START Button instead of the X Button. You can use the L Button instead of the A Button.

Frame

Select a design to appear around the edges of different screens.

ExitExitExit

Press either the X or B Button to close the Menu Screen.

ABOUT BATTLES

There are two kinds of battles. One is when you fight against wild Pokémon, and the other is when you battle other Pokémon Trainers. When a battle starts, the Pokémon on the top left of your Party Pokémon will appear first. If you win the battle, each Pokémon that participated in the battle will receive a share of the Experience Points. However, if all your Pokémon faint, you will lose the battle, lose some of your money, and be returned to the last Pokémon Center you used.

Fighting Wild PokémonFighting Wild PokémonFighting Wild Pokémon

Pokémon live in places such as caves and grassy areas, so when you pass through such places, wild Pokémon may attack. When they do, you can use a Poké Ball (or another type of ball) to catch them.

Battling a Pokémon TrainerBattling a Pokémon TrainerBattling a Pokémon Trainer

If you make eye contact with a Trainer, or walk in front of one, they will challenge you to a battle. You cannot run from a battle against a fellow Pokémon Trainer. The battle will continue until a winner is decided. If you are victorious, you will be rewarded with prize money.

You cannot capture an opponent's Pokémon.

During a battle against a Trainer, the number of Pokémon you each have will be indicated by a symbol.

The Battle Screen/Single BattleThe Battle Screen/Single BattleThe Battle Screen/Single Battle The Battle Screen/Double BattleThe Battle Screen/Double BattleThe Battle Screen/Double Battle

Name of Opponent's Pokémon

Pokémon you've caught will have a symbol

HP of Opponent's Pokémon

Gender of Opponent's Pokémon Level of Opponent's Pokémon

Pokémon’s Name Pokémon’s Gender Pokémon’s Level

Pokémon’s HP Experience Points

Opponent's Pokémon

Fight (use a Move)Fight (use a Move)Fight (use a Move)

Experience Points

Opponent's Party Pokémon

Your Party Pokémon

Pokémon's health. When their HP reaches 0, the Pokémon faints and can't battle any more.

Experience Points: Displays the Experience Points in the current level. When the gauge becomes full, the Pokémon's level goes up (see page 21).

Fight

Bag Run

Display the Pokémon’s Moves. Select one to attack.

Open your bag. Gain access to helpful items. Escape from a battle. You cannot run

from a battle against a Trainer.

Pokémon

Switch Pokémon or look at a Pokémon’s summary.

Watch for shaking Poké Balls as they contain Pokémon that are close to gaining a level.

Touch "FIGHT" or select "FIGHT" by using the Control Pad and pressing the A Button. Next, touch a Move or select one by using the Control Pad and pressing the A Button. While in a Double Battle, select which Pokémon you want to target with a Move. Touch “CANCEL” to return to the previous screen.

The Number of times a particular Move can be used. When PP reaches 0, the Pokémon can't use that Move anymore.

Your Pokémon

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