Pokémon Intrepid

Pokémon Intrepid is the first game of Generation IX of the Pokémon series. The game takes place in the massive Barumu region (based on Africa), which is divided into seven competing territories. Pokémon Intrepid will be released on the Nintendo Switch worldwide on November 22, 2022 for both retail sale and download.
==Plot==
==Features==
===Open world===
Pokémon Intrepid builds on precedents established in Pokémon Sword and Shield to become a truly open-world Pokémon game:
*The player can visit locations in almost any order they choose. Wild Pokémon and Trainer levels are scaled to the player's strength.
*Wild Areas completely replace routes; therefore, Wild Areas now have Trainers to battle in addition to Wild Pokémon.
===Battle system===
The player can choose between the Classic Battle system (traditional turn-based battles) and the new Dynamic Battle system. Dynamic Battle's fluidity and complexity is meant to be reminiscent of battles in the anime.
In Dynamic Battle:
*Battles are not turn-based; there is a cooldown period after each move or dodge (shorter for Pokémon with higher Speed).
*If two Pokémon attack each other at the same time, each player must use a well-timed button press to ensure their Pokémon land their attacks. If both Pokémon execute their attacks successfully, a Clash results. In a Clash, damage done to each Pokémon is partially influenced by the type effectiveness of each move on the other move's type. If your move resists the opponent's, you take less damage—but if your move is super effective against theirs, they take more damage. As an example of this principle, Rock Slide is a better choice than Psychic to minimize the damage you take from an incoming Sludge Bomb, since Rock resists Poison but Psychic doesn't. But in this scenario, you should probably go with Psychic if you're trying to deal increased damage to the opponent, since Poison is weak to Psychic but not Rock.
*A new Dodge command allows Pokémon to dodge incoming attacks; this requires precisely-timed controller input from the player.
*Instead of Power Points, each Pokémon has a Stamina meter, which is depleted whenever a move or dodge is attempted.
===Continental Challenge===
Gyms are replaced by the Continental Challenge, which is similar to the Island Challenge from Pokémon Sun and Moon.
===Light type===
A 19th type is introduced: Light.
Type matchups:
Pokémon from previous generations that gain the Light type:
# 	Image	Name 	Old type	New type
120	 	Staryu 	 	
121	 	Starmie 	 	
170	 	Chinchou 	 	
171	 	Lanturn 	 	
179	 	Mareep 	 	
180	 	Flaaffy 	 	
181	 	Ampharos 	 	
250	 	Ho-Oh 	 	
313	 	Volbeat 	 	
338	 	Solrock 	 	
351	 	Castform
Sunny Form	 	
456	 	Finneon 	 	
457	 	Lumineon 	 	
488	 	Cresselia	 	
505	 	Watchog 	 	
525	 	Boldore 	 	
526	 	Gigalith 	 	
698	 	Amaura 	 	
699	 	Aurorus 	 	
716	 	Xerneas 	 	
789	 	Cosmog 	 	
790	 	Cosmoem 	 	
791	 	Solgaleo 	 	
792	 	Lunala 	 	
796	 	Xurkitree	 	
800	 	Necrozma 	 	
800	 	Dusk Mane
Necrozma	 	
800	
==========	Dawn Wings
Necrozma	 	
===Type chart changes===
Attacking type	Defending type	Old effectiveness 	New effectiveness
 	 	Normal effectiveness	Super effective
 	 	Normal effectiveness	Super effective
 	 	Normal effectiveness	Super effective
 	 	Not very effective 	Normal effectiveness
 	 	Normal effectiveness	Super effective
 	 	Normal effectiveness	Not very effective
 	 	Not very effective 	Normal effectiveness
 	 	Normal effectiveness	Not very effective
 	 	Not very effective 	Normal effectiveness
 	 	Not very effective 	Super effective
 	 	Normal effectiveness	Not very effective
===Dual-type moves===
Now, like Pokémon, moves can have two types. This leads to a greater variety of type matchups and potential strategies.
===Move type changes===
Name 	Old type	New type
Fire Punch 	 	
Ice Punch 	 	
Thunder Punch	 	
Twineedle 	 	
Aurora Beam 	 	
Solar Beam 	 	
Confuse Ray 	 	
Light Screen 	 	
Reflect 	 	
Swift 	 	
Flash 	 	
Morning Sun 	 	
Synthesis 	 	
Moonlight 	 	
Sunny Day 	 	
Mirror Coat 	 	
Psych Up 	 	
Tail Glow 	 	
Luster Purge 	 	
===Contests===
Pokémon Contests are available in the postgame.
===Difficulty settings===
Easy Mode and Challenge Mode from Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 return; these modes are now available from the beginning of the game, without having to be unlocked.
==Characters==
Name 	Description
Professor Protea	As the world's youngest Pokémon Professor, Protea is something of a prodigy! She's held in the highest regard by all in Sifeo—and you happen to know her personally! Professor Protea gifts you one of three Starter Pokémon—Astril, Hizzle, or Weera—when you set off on your journey.
==New Pokémon==
Pokémon Intrepid introduces 158 new Pokémon. 28 of these are evolutions or pre-evolutions of Pokémon from Generations I-IV.
*For more in-depth information on the new Pokémon, see Pokémon Intrepid/New Pokémon
# 	Pokémon 	Ability	Entry
001	AstrilVine Star Pokémon 	
Regenerator
Overgrow
Tangled Feet (HA)	Astril’s six arms are indistinguishable from vines, which helps this Pokémon camouflage in its rainforest habitat. The arms readily break off when grabbed; they fully regrow in just four days. Astril’s astounding regenerative powers make it the focus of much research.
002	SwungleTree Star Pokémon 	
Regenerator
Overgrow
Tangled Feet (HA)	Long, nimble arms enable this Pokémon to swing through the rainforest canopy at an astonishing 35 miles per hour. Surprisingly intelligent, Swungle live in complex societies and even use simple tools such as branch clubs. The bright green veins on their arms pulsate, allowing these mute Pokémon to communicate with one another.
Evolves from Astril at level 14
 	HizzleBurn Snake Pokémon 	
Shed Skin
Blaze
Stakeout (HA)	​​​The little horns above its eyes are red-hot. Hizzle jabs these at threats as its first line of defense. Only if this fails will Hizzle resort to using its searingly painful venomous bite—the Pokémon can only produce enough of its potent venom to bite once a month.
 	SearpentScorch Snake Pokémon 	
Heat-Seeking
Blaze
Stakeout (HA)	​​​Their large scales efficiently soak up the sun’s rays, giving these Pokémon the energy to slither tirelessly across the desert sands—as long as the sun is out, that is. Searpent venom induces a high fever in bitten prey; this allows Searpent to track fleeing quarry over long distances via heat vision. If two Searpent arrive at the same kill, they will lock horns and grapple for first dibs on the carcass.
Evolves from Hizzle at level 16
 	WeeraWeird Fish Pokémon 	
Levitate
Torrent
Swift Swim (HA)	A Pokémon that mysteriously appeared in Barumu 30 years ago—no one has a clue where it originated. Weera baffles scientists with its ability to swim as freely through air as through water. Though rare, it is unafraid of people, and has a friendly, helpful personality that makes it a popular starter Pokémon.
 	ChimaerfulSpooked Pokémon 	
Levitate
Torrent
Swift Swim (HA)	Chimaerful’s demeanor is the polar opposite of Weera’s—it perpetually trembles in fear and will bolt for no apparent reason to hide underwater. Only very recently was the cause of this behavior determined: evolution suddenly enabled this Pokémon to glimpse the spirit world, and Chimaerful is haunted by new visions of ghosts. Occasionally, Chimaerful appears to become possessed and fires off dangerous Ghost-type attacks uncontrollably, as though the spirits were fighting over its body.
Evolves from Weera at level 18
 	SunfetterdShining Sun Pokémon	
Solar Power
Early Bird (HA)	Evolution gave it the ability to produce its own light. At night, Sunfetterd take turns glowing so that their comrades can photosynthesize and remain active. This behavior has made Sunfetterd a symbol of brotherly love in Sifeo.
Evolves from Sunflora at level 40 when knowing a Light-type move
 	HyperdHummingbird Pokémon 	
Hustle
Sap Sipper	Its diet of nectar gives it boundless energy—Hyperd are known for flying at speeds of up to 100 miles per hour. This Pokémon is not recommended for novice trainers, who are often unprepared to keep up with Hyperd’s need for an active lifestyle. Champrotea nectar is Hyperd’s absolute favorite; the Skillful Pokémon must frequently endure being swarmed by famished Hyperd.
 	ZippixiePixie Dust Pokémon 	
Hustle
Sap Sipper	Evolution increased its hyperactivity to the point where it must get rid of excess energy; Zippixie accomplishes this by shedding a fine powdery substance from its feathers as it flies. This “Zippixie dust” is packed with concentrated nutrients and has highly unpredictable effects on Pokémon exposed to it. Zippixie dust is prized as a traditional medicine in certain regions.
Evolves from Hyperd at level ???
 	ChamproteaSkillful Pokémon 	 	​​The large “flower” on its head is actually a cluster of flowers that have, due to Champrotea’s disciplined training, fused into a single resilient structure. Many an opponent underestimates this Pokémon because it lacks arms to strike with, but Champrotea can dominate any fight with its well-aimed headbutts. In ancient times, Champrotea flowers were treasured as crowns for tribal leaders.
 	KlipskliffRock Jumper Pokémon	
Limber	​​They live in mountainous areas, where they spring from rock to rock with the greatest of ease. A Klipskliff can stick a perfect landing onto a rock as small as a Poké Ball. Though these Pokémon typically prefer to flee a threat, they will tenaciously defend the mountain springs they drink from because they need the minerals from the water in order to grow their stone horns and hooves.
 	ClumpluckGrass Pokémon 	 	​​
 	RattanossRepulsive Pokémon 	
Poison Touch
Strong Jaw	Rattanoss is universally hated and feared for its nasty demeanor—and for the virulent bacteria it carries in its mouth and fur. This Pokémon prefers to attack infants, small children, and the infirm; its shearing jaws leave its victims mutilated beyond recognition, with wounds that quickly become infected with a deadly plague. Countless nations have attempted to eradicate Rattanoss to no avail, and this Pokémon continues to menace humanity, offering absolutely no redeeming qualities.
Evolves from Raticate at level 41 while poisoned
 	SaurbekRiver Lord Pokémon 	
Intimidate	
Evolves from ???
==New moves==
Move 	Type	Category	Power	Accuracy	Description 	Pokémon
Hot Horn 	 	Physical	40 	100% 	The target is jabbed with a red-hot horn. This may also make the target flinch. (20% chance) 	Hizzle/Searpent
Paw Ground	 	Status 	— 	— 	The user paws the ground and prepares to charge. If the user's next move is physical, it strikes first and deals double damage.	Rhyhorn, Tauros, Bouffalant
==New abilities==
Name 	Effect 	Pokémon
Heat-Seeking	The Pokémon's attacks will not miss if the target is Fire type or is burned.	Searpent
==The Barumu region ==
The Barumu region is based on the real-world continent of Africa. Barumu's vast wildernesses and warm climate support levels of Pokémon biodiversity not seen anywhere else in the world. Humanity got its start in Barumu, and the region has been inhabited by numerous cultures for millions of years. Today, Barumu is divided into seven territories, which are often hostile toward each other.
===Sifeo===
Though it's the most heavily populated territory in Barumu, Sifeo remains a place of great natural beauty—known for its diverse landscape of grasslands, bushlands, mountains, and coastlines.
Blomcoast City
"The Blessed Marriage of Sea and Sod" 	
Perched upon an inviting bay, beautiful Blomcoast City is the pride of Sifeo—and it just so happens to be your hometown! Due to its oceanfront location, the city is the first stop for many newcomers to Barumu, not a few of whom are charmed by Blomcoast's atmosphere and decide to stay. Blomcoast's name tells of its position sandwiched between the Blooming Bushlands and the coastline. Even the city itself blooms, courtesy of the renowned naturalistic parks situated throughout the very heart of the metropolis. 	Perched upon an inviting bay, beautiful Blomcoast City is the pride of Sifeo—and it just so happens to be your hometown! Due to its oceanfront location, the city is the first stop for many newcomers to Barumu, not a few of whom are charmed by Blomcoast's atmosphere and decide to stay. Blomcoast's name tells of its position sandwiched between the Blooming Bushlands and the coastline. Even the city itself blooms, courtesy of the renowned naturalistic parks situated throughout the very heart of the metropolis.
Blooming Bushlands
"Where Life Flowers Most Magnificently" 	
The sea breeze blowing in from the nearby coast brings in ample rain for the proliferation of a world-class flora—earning the Blooming Bushlands its name. The Pokémon here are remarkably diverse; Grass types are especially prevalent, and Trainers may even find the rare Turtwig! The Blooming Bushlands is a popular destination for greenhorn Trainers looking to start building their Pokémon teams. In recent years, concerns have been raised that Trainers may be capturing too many Pokémon here; the esteemed Professor Protea is currently conducting research to determine if the area's ecology is threatened.	The sea breeze blowing in from the nearby coast brings in ample rain for the proliferation of a world-class flora—earning the Blooming Bushlands its name. The Pokémon here are remarkably diverse; Grass types are especially prevalent, and Trainers may even find the rare Turtwig! The Blooming Bushlands is a popular destination for greenhorn Trainers looking to start building their Pokémon teams. In recent years, concerns have been raised that Trainers may be capturing too many Pokémon here; the esteemed Professor Protea is currently conducting research to determine if the area's ecology is threatened.
Mount Bounty
"Sifeo's Towering Banquet Table" 	
Gaperly Town 	
Monster's Maw 	
===Vanneo===
===Kungleo===
===Golmeo===
===Aigeo===
===Etlaeo===
===Mesgeo===
==Trivia==
*This is the first new generation debut to be a single game rather than a pair of games.
*This is the first core series Pokémon game:
**To introduce a non—turn-based battle system.
**To not have any routes.
**To feature voice acting.
**To introduce an unevolved dual-type Fire starter Pokémon (the Fire/Poison Hizzle)
*Before being reworked, Pokémon Intrepid was a pair of games named Pokémon Past and Future.
**The new type introduced in Past and Future would have been Time.
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