PokéRush: Jest Quest

PokéRush: Jest Quest is a 2017 3D action role-playing game for the Nintendo Switch, published by Nintendo & the Pokémon Company and developed by Creatures Inc. & PlatinumGames. It is the first game in the PokéRush series. A spinoff of the Pokémon series, it follows a ragtag band of wannabe heroes called the Champions as they travel the Pokésphere to stop a psychotic Darkrai from destroying the world. The cast is filled with 10 (technically 12) playable characters, and features party swapping. The game is brimming with content, and is inspired by Chrono Trigger, Final Fantasy VI, and Kingdom Hearts.
==Gameplay==
Jest Quest is an action JRPG played on a 3D plane, and is meant to be a "sophisticated button-masher"—as it utilizes a deep and complex combat system that is still easy to use. Combat is mapped to the and buttons (for weak and strong attacks, respectively). is used for grabs, and is for dodging. Simply alternating and taps is just the start; even more combo moves can be executed by holding the button and/or tilting upward on the control stick. Each playable character has 24 combo moves: 8 combo starters, 8 midcombo attacks, and 8 finishers. Each combo is limited to just three attacks, but it's not uncommon for an attack to have multiple hits. Further, characters also use Poké Specials, which act like magic spells or special moves. They have wide utility—some do damage, others boost/lower stats, a few counter enemy attacks, etc. To use them, players must press + any of the face buttons. Like basic attacks, Poké Specials can be combo'd as well—either by using the same Poké Special three times, using three different Poké Specials, or splicing a Poké Special into a / combo. As the game goes on, they'll receive upgrades which boost their damage and properties. Since they're mapped to the face buttons, only four can be equipped, but they can be changed freely.
Characters have five stats: HP (Health Points), PP (Poké Points), Attack, Defense, and Special Attack. HP is a character's health. When taking a hit, the HP bar depletes, and once it hits 0, the character faints. HP can be restored with Potions. PP represents how much that Poké Specials can be used. When the gauge reaches 0, it goes into Recharge Mode and disables Poké Specials until it's back to 100%. PP can be restored with Ethers. Attack determines how much damage is done with moves that physically contact the foe. Defense helps lessen damage taken from enemy attacks. Special Attack determines how much damage is done with ranged/non-contact moves. The game uses a traditional experience point system. XP is gained when a foe is defeated, and when enough points are earned, the character levels up. When this occurs, one of four things will happen: HP and/or Attack rise, Defense and/or Sp. Atk rise, a new Poké Special is learned, or a current Poké Special is upgraded. XP is shared among all members of the cast, and they all will have the same number of points.
Levels are laid out as large, open worlds that players can move freely around in. Enemy encounters and boss battles take place in real time, meaning no one is transported to a special battlefield in order to fight. Enemies usually come in groups of five or six, and their encounters are random. These can be turned off, but the player won't be strong enough to beat a boss. This feature is more useful for getting someplace quickly. The limit for the number of characters on the field is three: the main character Lucario, and two others. The two other characters can be swapped for different party members at any time, both in battle and out. If all three characters faint, it's game over, and the player must continue from the last checkpoint. Every character has adjustable AI settings. When a new character is recruited, (s)he will ask Lucario three questions, and the player's choices will affect how that character's stats grow (as signified below in the "Playable characters" section). Sometimes enemies will drop items when defeated. Other items can be found all over the stage, residing inside gift-wrapped boxes.
The game uses a sidequest system. Through this, the player can do certain tasks for NPCs, such as finding a lost item, completing a minigame, and defeating enemies. By doing these, the player will receive valuable items or large sums of money. Another feature is the ability to summon Assist Pokémon. These are characters met throughout the story that will assist in battle once Lucario & friends have helped them. They can be called only when the summon gauge is full. Each Assist Pokémon is categorized as Attacking, Support, or Defense. After the game's first level is cleared, a training dojo becomes available. Here, players can try out new party members, fight enemies to earn extra XP/money, and enter tournaments. After winning a tournament (or tourney), the player will receive a trophy and a high-level item. More and more tourneys are unlocked as the game progresses, with each getting harder than the last.
==Playable characters==
	Treecko | Playable from the beginning
The main protagonist of the game (and the series as a whole). After suffering a deep tragedy, he—accompanied by his friends—embarks on a perilous journey. Throughout the game, it is questioned whether he's searching for answers...or revenge.
In gameplay, he is a well-rounded, jack-of-all-trades character. His small size gives him a boost in speed, but a lack of range.
 	 	 	 	
 	 	 	 	
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Special Moves	Special Moves	Special Moves	Special Moves	Special Moves	Special Moves	Special Moves
LV 	Name 	Power 	Speed 	Range 	Range 	Description
1 	Pound 	35 	Normal 	Close 	Straight 	Hits the foe with a charged punch. A good combo finisher.
 	Quick Attack 	40 	Fast 	Far 	Homing 	Dashes to the opponent and launches them into the air.
 	Leer 	- 	Normal 	Far 	Wide 	Glares at the opponent(s) and briefly lowers Defense.
 	Mega Drain 	45 	Normal 	Close 	Straight 	Restores HP by ½ the damage the opponent takes.
 	Pursuit 	40 	Normal 	Medium 	Homing 	Damage triples if the foe is moving away from Treecko.
 	Slam 	60 	Slow 	Close 	Straight 	A strong tail attack. Briefly stuns foes who are guarding.
 	Agility 	- 	Fast 	Self 	N/A 	Temporarily boosts Treecko's running speed.
 	Energy Ball 	70 	Normal 	Medium 	Straight 	Has a 20% chance of briefly lowering the foe's Defense.
 	Detect 	- 	Fast 	Close 	Vast 	Lets Treecko dodge an attack. Fails if used repeatedly.
 	X-Scissor 	70 	Fast 	Close 	Wide 	Hits the target(s) twice in quick succession.
 	Giga Drain 	65 	Slow 	Close 	Straight 	Restores HP by ½ the damage the opponent takes.
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	Buneary | Playable from the beginning
One of Treecko's best friends. She's headstrong and independent, preferring to figure things out herself—but will accept help when needed. She's very supportive of Treecko and helps keep his anger in check.
Buneary boasts fantastic maneuverability with her fluid movements and seamless attacks, but her offensive stats leave much to be desired.
 	 	 	 	
 	 	 	 	
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	Oshawott | Playable from the beginning
Another one of Treecko's best friends, thus completing the trio. He suffered almost the same tragedy Treecko did. While Oshawoot isn't the smartest Pokémon out there, he shows great heart and a determined mindset. He uses his tragedy as a reason to never stop fighting.
On the field, he displays surprisingly high power and has better range than Treecko and Buneary. He has low defenses and can faint somewhat quickly.
 	 	 	 	
 	 	 	 	
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	Gallade |
One of the Knights of Peace. The group discharged him after his failure caused the tragedy that affected Treecko, Buneary, and Oshawott. He wants nothing more than to set things right with the three and atone for his mistakes.
At first glance, Gallade may seems like a pure offensive character, but he is actually quite balanced. His combos have numerous hits.
 	 	 	 	
 	 	 	 	
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	Audino |
An expert healer who joins the team after she is saved by them. She has a motherly nature, but can often be stern (and sometimes snarky).
Audino is much more than just a "white mage". Not only does she heal, but she also supports the party during combat. Her special moves can boost stats, provide upgrades, etc. Offensively, she possesses somewhat decent standard attacks, therefore making her not completely defenseless.
 	 	 	 	
 	 	 	 	
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	Infernape |
An old friend of Gallade's. They knew each other when he was a Chimchar and Gallade was a Ralts. He's very eccentric and mostly carefree, but after discovering what's at stake, he gladly joins the team.
In battle, Infernape uses both speed and power to defeat his opponents, though it comes at a cost of weak defenses and low HP. His aerial combos are especially strong.
 	 	 	 	
 	 	 	 	
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	Electabuzz |
A temper-prone Pokémon who is the sole survivor of a vicious attack on his village by Darkrai. He eventually meets Treecko and co., joining them after learning about their cause. He's arrogant, cocky, and, at times, a bit rude, but he means well.
Electabuzz's standard attacks have great reach thanks to his long arms, and one of his combo finishers is a barrage of punches (with his trademark arms moving like windmills).
 	 	 	 	
 	 	 	 	
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	Salazzle |
A Pokémon who lives by herself in the jungle. Taking a particular interest in Oshawott, she kidnaps him. The team lets her join when she fights and defeats a group of Darkrai's forces. She and Oshawott learn more about one another and become good friends.
Salazzle relies almost exclusively on special moves, as her standard attacks are the weakest in the game. Many of her moves have a wide radius, making her useful in clearing crowds of enemies.
 	 	 	 	
 	 	 	 	
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	Greninja |
A skilled thief who is enlisted by the Champions to steal an important item. He grows fond of the team and joins them. Appears as a Frogadier when he's first introduced, and evolves into Greninja in the game's second-to-last stage.
Frogadier/Greninja can be difficult to control, and the speedy nature of his attacks can be baffling. Practice is essential with him.
 	 	 	 	
 	 	 	 	
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	Crabominable |
An optional party member in the game. He appears in the last stage, in a secret passage, where the Champions find him in a small chamber getting his strength sapped by Darkrai's minions. When they free and heal him, he grows hungry for some payback and joins the team.
He holds immense power and fantastic range, but his movement is sluggish and his jumps are incredibly floaty.
 	 	 	 	
 	 	 	 	
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==Story==
==Stages==
==Assist Pokémon==
==Items==
==Enemies==
==Bosses==
==Trvia==
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