Nintendo Pokemon Colosseum User manual

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
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CONTROLLER NEUTRAL POSITION RESET
If the L or R Buttons are pressed or the Control Stick or C Stick are moved out of
neutral position when the power is turned ON, those positions will be set as the
neutral position, causing incorrect game control during game play.
To reset the controller, release all buttons
and sticks to allow them to return to the
correct neutral position, then hold down the
X, Y and START/PAUSE Buttons
simultaneously for 3 seconds.
L Button R Button
C Stick
Control
Stick
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: READ THE FOLLOWING
WARNINGS BEFORE YOU OR YOUR CHILD PLAY VIDEO GAMES
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.
Parents should watch when their children play video games. Stop playing
and consult a doctor if you or your child have any of the following symptoms:
Convulsions Eye or muscle twitching Loss of awareness
Altered vision Involuntary movements Disorientation
To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games:
Sit or stand as far from the screen as possible.
Play video games on the smallest available television screen.
Do not play if you are tired or need sleep.
Play in a well-lit room.
Take a 10 to 15 minute break every hour.
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.
If your hands, wrists, arms or eyes become tired or sore while playing, stop and
rest them for several hours before playing again.
If you continue to have sore hands, wrists, arms or eyes during or after play, stop
playing and see a doctor.
WARNING - Repetitive Motion Injuries and Eyestrain
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE SEPARATE HEALTH AND
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BOOKLET INCLUDED WITH THIS
PRODUCT BEFORE USING YOUR NINTENDO
®HARDWARE
SYSTEM, GAME DISC OR ACCESSORY. THIS BOOKLET
CONTAINS IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION.
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To avoid electric shock when you use this system:
Do not use the Nintendo GameCube during a lightning storm. There may be a
risk of electric shock from lightning.
Use only the AC adapter that comes with your system.
Do not use the AC adapter if it has damaged, split or broken cords or wires.
Make sure that the AC adapter cord is fully inserted into the wall outlet or
extension cord.
Always carefully disconnect all plugs by pulling on the plug and not on the cord.
Make sure the Nintendo GameCube power switch is turned OFF before removing
the AC adapter cord from an outlet.
Playing video games can cause motion sickness. If you or your child feel dizzy or
nauseous when playing video games with this system, stop playing and rest. Do
not drive or engage in other demanding activity until you feel better.
The Nintendo GameCube is a Class I laser product. Do not attempt to
disassemble the Nintendo GameCube. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
Caution - Use of controls or adjustments or procedures other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
WARNING - Electric Shock
CAUTION - Motion Sickness
CAUTION - Laser Device
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BASIC CONTROLS
HOW TO START
STARTING THE GAME OPTIONS
BASIC CONTROLS
HOW TO START
STARTING THE GAME OPTIONS
ConfirmA Button
Control Stick + Control Pad Select a command
B Button Cancel a command
confirmed with the A Button
Insert the Memory Card into Slot A. Insert the
Pokémon Colosseum Game Disc into the
Nintendo GameCube, close the Disc Cover, and
then turn the power on. Once the title screen is
displayed, press START/PAUSE on your Controller.
The main menu will then be displayed.
Playing for the first time
If you are playing this game for the first time,
you'll be asked whether or not you would like
to create a Pokémon Colosseum file on the
Memory Card in Slot A. Please select "YES."
You will be unable to save the progress of the game if there is not a Pokémon
Colosseum file. Once the Pokémon Colosseum file is created, the main menu will be
displayed.
*To save the progress of the game, it will require 48 or more free blocks on your
Memory Card.
Select the Mode
Please select the mode you want to play: Story
Mode (see page 08) or Battle Mode (see page 24).
To save the progress of the game, you'll need 48 or more free blocks
on your Memory Card.
You can't continue the game unless you have Pokémon Colosseum
saved data on the Memory Card.
For information on deleting or formatting the save file on the Memory
Card, please refer to the Nintendo GameCube Instruction Booklet.
In Story Mode, you can only save one save file on one Memory Card.
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To save the progress of the game, you'll need 48 or more free blocks
on your Memory Card.
You can't continue the game unless you have Pokémon Colosseum
saved data on the Memory Card.
For information on deleting or formatting the save file on the Memory
Card, please refer to the Nintendo GameCube Instruction Booklet.
In Story Mode, you can only save one save file on one Memory Card.
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Sound
You can choose either "MONO" or "STEREO."
Rumble
You can choose to turn the rumble feature "ON"
or "OFF."
*There is no Rumble feature in Battle Mode.
Selecting "OPTIONS" will allow you to change the game's settings.
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ESPEON
ESPEON
UMBREON
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Hero
Hero
Partner
Partner
In Story Mode, you are the hero. Explore the Orre Region and battle
with other trainers. Sit back and enjoy the all-new story in this RPG!
STARTING THE STORY MODE
CHARACTERS
In Story Mode, you are the hero. Explore the Orre Region and battle
with other trainers. Sit back and enjoy the all-new story in this RPG!
STARTING THE STORY MODE
NEW GAME
When you select "NEW GAME" in the
Story Mode, it will take you to the
naming screen. You can choose one of
the names already prepared, or you can
come up with your own. (*Once you
have chosen a name, you will not be
able to change it.)
CONTINUE
You'll start the game from where you last saved.
NEW GAME
When you select "NEW GAME" in the
Story Mode, it will take you to the
naming screen. You can choose one of
the names already prepared, or you can
come up with your own. (*Once you
have chosen a name, you will not be
able to change it.)
CONTINUE
You'll start the game from where you last saved.
ESPEON and UMBREON
The hero's two starting Pokémon.
Partner
She helps the hero with her ability to see
Shadow Pokémon.
Hero
The hero who has the ability to
Snag Pokémon.
CHARACTERS
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Control Stick : + Control Pad
Move character / Select a command
X Button : Y Button : START/PAUSE
Brings up the menu screen
A Button
Confirm selection / Talk / Check
B Button
Cancel command / Back to the previous screen
First, let's check the field by walking around. By pressing the A Button, you can talk to a
person or check out an item or area in front of you. There are various structures and
facilities to help you and make your journey easier.
When the hero reaches the edge of the field, the
screen will change into the map screen. Here you
can select your destination. The places you can visit
will increase as the story progresses.
CONTROLS PROCEEDING IN THE GAME
MOVING ON THE MAP
CONTROLS PROCEEDING IN THE GAME
MOVING ON THE MAP
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FIELD MENU
FIELD MENU
Pressing the X Button, Y Button, or
START/PAUSE on the field will open the menu.
Select what you would like to check and press
the A Button.
POKéMON
P DA
You can coordinate your party Pokémon here.
SUMMARY
You can check summaries of your Pokémon. Also,
you can check explanations of their moves and
change the order of their moves.
SWITCH
You can change the order of your Pokémon.
ITEMS
You can give your Pokémon an item to hold, or take
an item from it.
The P DA is a device the hero carries around.
P DA is the abbreviation for "Pokémon Digital
Assistant." You can check information on Pokémon
and can also receive e-mail with it.
When the P DA is opened, the hero's information will be displayed in the lower right
of the screen.
PLAYER NAME : Hero's name.
ID : Hero's ID No.
POKé DOLLARS : The money you currently have.
POKé COUPONS : Your current Poké
Coupons. See page 51 for details.
PLAY TIME : The amount of time you have played.
The currency in the Orre Region is (Poké Dollars).
Snag List
You can see currently Snagged Shadow Pokémon and how their Purify (see page 18)
is progressing.
Snagged - Shadow Pokémon (before being Purified).
Snagged - Normal Pokémon (after being Purified).
No Icon - Shadow Pokémon which are not Snagged yet.
Strategy Memo
You can check information on Pokémon that you have met.
(This option is not displayed at the beginning.)
(Hero)'s e-mail
You can read e-mail you've received. There might be useful information in them to
help you on your adventures. You can change the order of the e-mail, and also the
"Alert Tone" for when you get an e-mail.
Cancel
Close the P DA.
ITEMS
Move the Control Stick or + Control Pad to the right
and left to select the category and up and down to
select the item. The selected item can then be used or
given to a Pokémon to hold.
PROCEEDING IN THE GAME
PROCEEDING IN THE GAME
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PROCEEDING IN THE GAME
PROCEEDING IN THE GAME
EXIT
Close the menu.
SAVING THE GAME AND PCs
SAVING THE GAME AND PCs
POKéMON STORAGE
ITEM STORAGE
EXIT
SAVE
There are many functions to the PC, such as saving the
game's progress, storing Pokémon, storing items, and
more. PCs are mainly located in Pokémon Centers.
You can store up to 90 Pokémon in the PC's Box.
You can store items here that you don't have room to carry with you.
When you want to save your progress, select "Save" on a PC. To restart the game
from where you last saved it, select "CONTINUE" on the main menu.
*You can't save the game if a different Memory Card than the one used before is
inserted.
Shuts down the PC.
BATTLES
BATTLES
BATTLE COMMANDS
BATTLE COMMANDS
You will battle against Pokémon trainers you meet. The battle system is that each trainer
uses two Pokémon (DOUBLE BATTLE). Once the battle is started, the two Pokémon on the
left side of your Pokémon screen will enter into the battle. If you win, all of your
Pokémon that participated and survived earn EXP. Points.
In most situations, if all Pokémon "faint," you will lose and you will have to start the
game over from the last place you saved. Not only that, you'll lose half of your money.
FIGHT
You can fight using your Pokémon's moves.
PKMN
You can switch Pokémon or look at a Pokémon's
summary.
ITEMS
You can use items for various things. You can restore a Pokémon's
HP or Snag (see page 18) a Pokémon using a Poké Ball.
CALL
You can make a Pokémon "come to" when it is in "HYPER MODE"
(see page 22) or awaken a Pokémon from sleep.
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HP
Pokémon's Level Opponent's Pokémon
Current HP / Maximum HP
Your Pokémon
EXP. Points
Meter
Gender
Your Pokémon's Move(s) Current PP / Maximum PP
BATTLE SCREEN
BATTLE SCREEN
When HP or PP is reduced during a battle, if your Pokémon has fainted,
or if it is affected by an abnormal status, you can use your items to help
it recover. Additionally, by visiting a Pokémon Center, Hotel, or a
Pokémon Restoring Machine, you will be able to recover your Pokémon.
When HP or PP is reduced during a battle, if your Pokémon has fainted,
or if it is affected by an abnormal status, you can use your items to help
it recover. Additionally, by visiting a Pokémon Center, Hotel, or a
Pokémon Restoring Machine, you will be able to recover your Pokémon.
HP (Hit Points)
This is the vitality of a Pokémon. If the Pokémon is damaged and the remaining HP
reaches 0, it will "faint" and can no longer battle.
PP (Power Points)
This is the number of times a particular move can be used. When PP reaches 0, the
Pokémon can't use that move anymore.
Pokémon Gender
symbol is male, and symbol is female. There are also some Pokémon of
unknown gender.
Pokémon Center
Pokémon Recovery
Machine
Numbs the Pokémon's body and makes it difficult for it to use its moves.
Its Speed decreases as well.
Paralyze
Gradually decreases HP during battle. If the Poison isn't cured, the Pokémon's HP will
continue to decrease after the battle when walking around the field.
Poison
The Pokémon is asleep and can't fight. It will wake up later.
Sleep
Freezes a Pokémon so that it can't fight. A frozen Pokémon might thaw eventually.
Freeze
Gradually decreases a Pokémon's HP during battle. Its Attack goes down as well.
Burn
If a Confused Pokémon uses a move during battle, there is a chance it may attack itself.
Once the Pokémon goes back to its Poké Ball, it will be cured.
Confuse
When a Pokémon's HP reaches 0, it can no longer battle.
Faint
ABNORMAL STATUS & POKéMON RECOVERY
ABNORMAL STATUS & POKéMON RECOVERY
When an enemy has attacked your Pokémon, there might be a chance that your
Pokémon's "status" will be affected. Bad statuses can be cured by using certain items.
Also, by visiting a Pokémon Center, Hotel, or Pokémon Restoring Machine, you will be
able to recover your Pokémon completely.
This place will completely cure
your Pokémon free of charge.
You can restore your Pokémon
by pressing the A Button in
front of this machine.
BATTLES
BATTLES
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PURIFY AND PURIFY COMPLETED
PURIFY AND PURIFY COMPLETED
SNAGGING AND PURIFYING
WHAT IS SNAGGING?
DISTINGUISHING SHADOW POKéMON
SNAGGING AND PURIFYING
WHAT IS SNAGGING?
DISTINGUISHING SHADOW POKéMON
There are Pokémon who have been changed by an evil organization, and their hearts
are shut. One of the main objectives of this game is to rescue these "Shadow Pokémon"
by Snagging them.
Usually, you can't catch opponent's Pokémon. However,
only you can Snag a Pokémon during battle. Once the
battle has started, identify the Shadow Pokémon and
throw a Poké Ball to Snag it. To make Snagging easier,
weaken the Pokémon by attacking it until its HP is low. It
will also be easier to catch the Pokémon if you put it to
Sleep, Poison it, and so on.
If you were unable to Snag a Shadow Pokémon during a battle, don't worry, the
Shadow Pokémon can be encountered again during your adventures.
TO PURIFY A POKéMON
TO COMPLETE PURIFYING
When a Shadow Pokémon is Snagged, it is still a Shadow Pokémon.
To open the closed door to its heart little by little is called "Purifying," and once
the heart is fully opened, the "Purification" is complete.
Put it in your party and walk around with it.
Make it battle.
"CALL" the Pokémon during a battle when it is in
HYPER MODE and make it "come to."
Leave it in the Day Care.
Use the "SCENT" items in the "COLOGNE CASE."
By repeating the above methods the Pokémon will begin to become Purified. The
Purifying process differs based on each Pokémon's nature.
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As the Purifying process progresses and the "Heart Gauge" becomes completely
white, you will need to go to the "RELIC STONE" in Agate Village.
It seems as if there are other ways to purify Pokémon instantly...!?
You (the hero) can't tell whether a Pokémon is a Shadow
Pokémon or not. However, during your adventure, you'll
meet a partner who has a special ability to distinguish
Shadow Pokémon from normal Pokémon.
SNAG AND PURIFY
SNAG AND PURIFY
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SUMMARY OF SHADOW POKéMON
SHADOW POKéMON SHADOW POKéMON MOVES
EXP. POINTS OF SHADOW POKéMON
THINGS SHADOW POKéMON CAN'T DO
SHADOW POKéMON
Shadow Pokémon are being used for wrongful acts because an evil organization has
found a way to shut the door to their hearts. There are a few characteristics that differ
from normal Pokémon to Snagged Shadow Pokémon.
Heart Gauge
Heart Condition
Nature
Move Names
Shows the progress of Purifying.
As the Purifying progresses, the condition of
the heart changes.
When Purifying has progressed to a certain stage,
you can find out the Pokémon's nature.
When Purifying has progressed, moves other
than "SHADOW RUSH" will be revealed and
can be used.
SHADOW POKéMON MOVES
EXP. POINTS OF SHADOW POKéMON
THINGS SHADOW POKéMON CAN'T DO
At first, Shadow Pokémon can only use a move
called "SHADOW RUSH." This move will not only
damage opponents, but the attacking Pokémon as
well. When Purifying has progressed, the Pokémon
will be able to learn other moves. Also, when
Purifying has been completed, "SHADOW RUSH"
will be forgotten.
Shadow Pokémon that have just been Snagged can't gain any EXP. Points. Once a
Shadow Pokémon's Purification has progressed to a certain stage, then that Shadow
Pokémon can earn EXP. Points.
When the Shadow Pokémon is Purified completely, all of the EXP. Points that it earned
previously will be gained all at once.
The following things can't be done until a Shadow Pokémon's Purification is complete.
• Use an item that would make the Pokémon evolve
or level up.
• Change the order of the Pokémon's moves.
• Delete the Pokémon's moves.
• Change the Pokémon's nickname.
• Exchange the Pokémon with Pokémon Ruby or
Sapphire (see page 23).
• Participate in Battle Mode (see page 24).
• Enter in battles at PHENAC STADIUM.
SHADOW POKéMON
SHADOW POKéMON
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SHADOW POKéMON IN HYPER MODE...
HOW TO RECOVER FROM HYPER MODE
SHADOW POKéMON'S HYPER MODE
LINKING UP TO TRADE POKéMON
SHADOW POKéMON'S HYPER MODE
When "SHADOW RUSH" is selected during a Shadow
Pokémon's battle, the Shadow Pokémon may go
into "HYPER MODE," which cloaks its body with a red
aura. HYPER MODE will continue even after the
battle is over. Also, the panel that indicates the
Pokémon's name will change.
• Have a higher critical-hit ratio when using "SHADOW RUSH" on their opponent.
• May not listen if a move other than "SHADOW RUSH" is selected.
• Can't use "items." The Shadow Pokémon will not be healed by using HP recovery
and status abnormality items such as Potions and Antidotes. A Pokémon Center,
Hotel, or Pokémon Recovery Machine can restore the HP and status abnormalities,
but HYPER MODE can't be recovered.
• "CALL" during a battle.
• Use a "SCENT" item from the "COLOGNE CASE."
• Leave it in the Day Care.
*On rare occasions, the Pokémon will recover on its own. • Shadow Pokémon. They can't be traded unless they are purfied completely
(see page 19).
• Pokémon holding "MAIL" or an "ENIGMA BERRY."
• Pokémon Eggs.
POKéMON THAT CAN'T BE TRADED BY LINK
LINKING UP TO TRADE POKéMON
Once you clear the Story Mode, you can trade
Pokémon with Game Boy Advance Pokémon Ruby
or Sapphire. It can be done in the basement of the
PHENAC CITY Pokémon Center.
For linking up, please follow the instructions on the screen (see "CONNECTING THE
NINTENDO GAMECUBE GAME BOY ADVANCE CABLE" on page 47).
When the following conditions are not met, there will be an error. Please follow the
instructions in "TROUBLESHOOTING CONNECTION ERRORS WITH THE GAME BOY
ADVANCE (SP) SYSTEM" on page 50 for details and save the game once again.
• You need to have the Pokédex.
• You need to have the game saved at a Pokémon Center.
CONDITIONS
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COLOSSEUM BATTLE Page 26
SOLO BATTLE Page 26
GANG BATTLE Page 35
BATTLE NOW Page 46
COLOSSEUM BATTLE Page 26
SOLO BATTLE Page 26
GANG BATTLE Page 35
BATTLE NOW Page 46
If you want to use your own Pok
If you want to use your own Pok
émon for a battle,
mon for a battle,
please select "COLOSSEUM BATTLE." You can use the
please select "COLOSSEUM BATTLE." You can use the
Pok
Pok
émon from your Game Boy Advance Pok
mon from your Game Boy Advance Pok
émon
mon
Ruby or Sapphire Game Paks, and from the
Ruby or Sapphire Game Paks, and from the
Pok
Pok
émon you've caught in the Story Mode.
mon you've caught in the Story Mode.
There is "SOLO BATTLE" to battle alone, and "GANG
There is "SOLO BATTLE" to battle alone, and "GANG
BATTLE" to play with either two or four friends.
BATTLE" to play with either two or four friends.
•To use your Pok
To use your Pok
émon from the Game Boy Advance
mon from the Game Boy Advance
Pok
Pok
émon Ruby or Sapphire Game Pak, you will need
mon Ruby or Sapphire Game Pak, you will need
a Game Boy Advance (SP) system and a Nintendo
a Game Boy Advance (SP) system and a Nintendo
GameCube Game Boy Advance cable (each sold
GameCube Game Boy Advance cable (each sold
separately).
separately).
If you want to use your own Pokémon for a battle,
please select "COLOSSEUM BATTLE." You can use the
Pokémon from your Game Boy Advance Pokémon
Ruby or Sapphire Game Paks, and from the
Pokémon you've caught in the Story Mode.
There is "SOLO BATTLE" to battle alone, and "GANG
BATTLE" to play with either two or four friends.
•To use your Pokémon from the Game Boy Advance
Pokémon Ruby or Sapphire Game Pak, you will need
a Game Boy Advance (SP) system and a Nintendo
GameCube Game Boy Advance cable (each sold
separately).
In "BATTLE MODE," you can enjoy battling
Pokémon in full 3-D with your friends. "BATTLE MODE" can be played with either two or four people.
In "BATTLE MODE," you can enjoy battling
Pokémon in full 3-D with your friends. "BATTLE MODE" can be played with either two or four people.
If you want to battle immediately, select "BATTLE
If you want to battle immediately, select "BATTLE
NOW." The Pok
NOW." The Pok
émon will be randomly selected, and
mon will be randomly selected, and
you will battle against a computer opponent.
you will battle against a computer opponent.
If you want to battle immediately, select "BATTLE
NOW." The Pokémon will be randomly selected, and
you will battle against a computer opponent.
*In "BATTLE MODE," you will not receive any EXP. Points or Poké Dollars.
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HP
Level
Gender
Your Pokémon's Move(s)
Opponent's Pokémon
Your Pokémon
Current PP / Maximum PP
Current HP / Maximum HP
HOW TO PLAY A COLOSSEUM BATTLE
SOLO BATTLE
HOW TO PLAY A COLOSSEUM BATTLE
SOLO BATTLE
In "COLOSSEUM BATTLE," you can use your own Pokémon. There are "SOLO BATTLE"
and "GANG BATTLE" to choose from.
In "SOLO BATTLE" there are "COLOSSEUM BATTLE" and "MT. BATTLE VS 100" to choose
from. You will need to go to "REGISTER POKéMON" (see page 28) the first time you play.
COLOSSEUM BATTLE
In "COLOSSEUM BATTLE" your goal is to clear eight
trainers in a row (in some Colosseums). The trainers'
strengths differ (see page 30).
MT. BATTLE VS 100
Your goal is to defeat 100 trainers in a row
(see page 31).
CONTINUE
You can restart a "COLOSSEUM BATTLE" or "MT. BATTLE VS 100" that you've suspended.
REGISTER POKéMON
In order to play "SOLO BATTLE," you need to go to "REGISTER POKéMON" first
(see page 28).
POKé COUPON EXCHANGE
You can exchange POKé COUPONS you've earned in battles for prizes (see page 51).
BATTLE SCREEN
BATTLE COMMANDS
FIGHT
You can fight using your Pokémon's moves.
PKMN
You can switch Pokémon or look at a
Pokémon's summary.
GIVE IN
You lose the battle.
*You can't run from a battle.
For more on the battle screen or abnormal statuses,
please refer to pages 15 through 17.
SOLO BATTLE
SOLO BATTLE
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REGISTER POKéMON FROM
POKéMON COLOSSEUM GAME
STARTING A "SOLO BATTLE"
STARTING A "SOLO BATTLE"
REGISTERING POKéMON
When you select "REGISTER Pokémon," the picture on
the right will be displayed. You will need to register the
six Pokémon from your party in either the Pokémon
Colosseum Story Mode, or Game Boy Advance Pokémon
Ruby or Sapphire.
If registered data already exists, you'll need to confirm
whether or not you want to create a new registration.
If you select "YES" to register, the new data will overwrite the old registered data and
it will be deleted. If you have suspended data (see page 34), this data will be deleted
as well.
*You can only register one set of Pokémon at a time.
When selecting "COLOSSEUM Pokémon," the six Pokémon in your party in Story Mode
will be registered. If the conditions listed below are not met, you will not be able to
register. If you can't register, you'll need to press either the RESET Button or the
B Button to go back and then select "CONTINUE" Story Mode. Please make sure you
meet the conditions in the Story Mode, save, and then restart the registration.
CONDITIONS
• There are no Shadow Pokémon in your party.
• You must have six Pokémon in your party (you can't register less than six).
• No two Pokémon of the same kind can be in your party (you can't register the
same kind of Pokémon).
REGISTER POKéMON FROM YOUR
GAME BOY ADVANCE POKéMON GAME
When "GBA POKéMON" is selected, the connection
screen will be displayed. Follow the instructions on the
screen and connect the Game Boy Advance (SP) system
(see "CONNECTING THE NINTENDO GAMECUBE GAME
BOY ADVANCE CABLE" on page 47).
If the following conditions are not met, it will cause an
error. In that case, please refer to "TROUBLESHOOTING CONNECTION ERRORS WITH
THE GAME BOY ADVANCE (SP) SYSTEM" on page 50 for instructions and try again.
• You need to have the Pokédex.
• You need to have the game saved at a Pokémon Center.
• You must have six Pokémon in your party (you can't register less than six).
• No two Pokémon of the same kind can be in your party (you can't register
the same kind of Pokémon).
• You can't have any Eggs in your party.
• Party Pokémon can't be holding "MAIL" or an "ENIGMA BERRY."
*Once the registration is complete, you can turn off your Game Boy Advance (SP)
system. We recommend you turn off the power of your Game Boy Advance (SP)
system when you are playing Pokémon Colosseum. To turn the power of the Game
Boy Advance (SP) system off, please follow the instructions on the screen.
CONDITIONS
SOLO BATTLE
SOLO BATTLE
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SELECT COLOSSEUM
Strength of the opposing trainerName of the Colosseum
Level restriction for the
participating Pokémon
Once you defeat eight
trainers in a row, you'll
be the champion and the
"Champ!" mark will
become lit.
COLOSSEUM BATTLE
In this Colosseum battle, your goal is to beat eight
trainers in a row. The Pokémon's level restrictions and
strength of the opponents differs depending on the
Colosseum.
*You need to "REGISTER POKéMON" (see page 28) first.
Please check the messages on the window and use them
as a reference to select the Colosseum.
TO BATTLE IN THE "?????" COLOSSEUM
You can battle in the "?????" Colosseum after you defeat eight trainers in PHENAC
STADIUM (Easy), PYRITE COLOSSEUM (Normal), and THE UNDER COLOSSEUM (Hard),
in both "SINGLE BATTLE" and "DOUBLE BATTLE."
If you defeat eight trainers in the TOWER COLOSSEUM (Hard) in both "SINGLE BATTLE"
and "DOUBLE BATTLE," you will be able to battle in the other "?????" Colosseum.
*You can't battle with registered Pokémon that are level 51 or higher if the level
restriction is up to level 50.
SELECT SINGLE BATTLE OR DOUBLE BATTLE
After selecting the Colosseum, please select either "SINGLE BATTLE"
(one Pokémon each) or "DOUBLE BATTLE" (two Pokémon each).
Please select either "SINGLE BATTLE" or "DOUBLE
BATTLE." Your goal is to defeat 100 trainers in a row.
*The opponent trainer's Pokemon's levels are the
same as the registered Pokemon's (see
"REGISTERING POKeMON" on page 28) max level.
However, even when your max level is 50 or less, the
opponent's Pokemon's levels are all 50.
MT. BATTLE VS 100
SOLO BATTLE
SOLO BATTLE
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HOW TO PLAY "SOLO BATTLE"
HOW TO PLAY "SOLO BATTLE"
When you select either "COLOSSEUM BATTLE" or "MT. BATTLE VS 100," then "SINGLE
BATTLE" or "DOUBLE BATTLE," the game will start.
Both "COLOSSEUM BATTLE" and "MT. BATTLE VS 100" basically play the same.
SELECT PARTICIPATING POKéMON
GAME OVER
CONTINUE
Select either "SINGLE BATTLE" or "DOUBLE BATTLE."
After confirming the selection of the participating
Pokémon, the screen will lead you to select the
Pokémon which will battle.
The Pokémon shown on the screen will be assigned
to Controller Buttons. Please use these Buttons to
select the Pokémon you want to enter: three
Pokémon for a "SINGLE BATTLE" and four Pokémon
for a "DOUBLE BATTLE."
*If you want to change a Pokémon selection after you've selected it, press the L
Button. Press the assigned Pokémon Button and hold down the R Button to display
detailed information about the moves that Pokémon has.
You need to re-select Pokémon every time you participate in a battle. Your Pokémon
will be fully restored each time you defeat an opponent trainer.
The items you used will be replenished as well.
If all of your participating Pokémon have "fainted," you
lose and the game is over. Also, if you defeat eight
trainers in a row in "COLOSSEUM BATTLE," and 100
trainers in a row in "MT. BATTLE VS 100," that mission is
accomplished. To suspend playing in "MT. BATTLE VS
100", talk to the person in the BREAK ROOM and select
"SUSPEND," select "SUSPEND" after a battle is over, or
outside a fight choose "HALT" to stop playing "MT.
BATTLE VS 100."
If you win against an opponent trainer without any
of your Pokémon "fainting," it is a "Perfect Win."
Each "Perfect Win" will grant you an extra
"CONTINUE" that you can use to rechallenge a trainer
you have just lost to.
SOLO BATTLE
SOLO BATTLE
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VSVS
Battle with 4Battle with 2
VSVS
VS VSVSVS
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POKé COUPONS
SUSPEND THE GAME (SAVE)
SOLO BATTLE
SOLO BATTLE
If you defeat eight trainers in "COLOSSEUM BATTLE," or after defeating every ten
trainers in a row in the "MT. BATTLE VS 100," you'll receive POKé COUPONS (see
page 51) as a reward.
After beating each trainer, the message "CONTINUE BATTLE?" will be displayed. If you
select "SUSPEND," you can save your progress. To continue your saved game, select
"CONTINUE" from the "BATTLE MODE" front end and you can start the game from where
you last saved. Once you restart the game, the suspended data will be deleted.
*You can pause the game by pressing the X Button, Y Button, or START/PAUSE to
suspend in "MT. BATTLE VS 100."
*You can only have ONE suspended data from "COLOSSEUM BATTLE" or "MT. BATTLE VS
100." For example, if you suspend the data of a "COLOSSEUM BATTLE" and then try to
suspend while in the "MT. BATTLE VS 100," the suspended data of the "COLOSSEUM
BATTLE" will be overwritten and can't be played. Please be careful.
GANG BATTLE
GANG BATTLE
TRAINERS WHO CAN ENTER
TRAINERS WHO CAN ENTER
In "GANG BATTLE," you can enjoy a two- or four-player
game by connecting your Nintendo GameCube and
Game Boy Advance (SP) systems.
The character you will be is the hero of the "POKéMON COLOSSEUM STORY MODE"
("Story Mode Player" for short) and the hero or heroine from "POKéMON RUBY or
SAPPHIRE" ("Ruby/Sapphire Player" for short). The following are the combinations
of the characters.
Story Mode Player Ruby/Sapphire Player
In "Battle with 2" you can select either a "SINGLE BATTLE" or a "DOUBLE BATTLE."
In "Battle with 4" you can only play a "MULTI BATTLE" (4 players will be divided into
two teams and then battle).
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RUBY/SAPPHIRE PLAYER
RUBY/SAPPHIRE PLAYER
STARTING "GANG BATTLE"
STARTING "GANG BATTLE"
Select "GANG BATTLE" in "COLOSSEUM BATTLE."
Please select a combination. This selection will
be handled by Player 1.
*You'll need the number of Game Boy Advance
(SP) systems and Nintendo GameCube Game
Boy Advance cables displayed on the screen in
order to battle.
If you choose "Battle with 2," please select
either "SINGLE BATTLE" or "DOUBLE BATTLE."
Edit the battle rules (see "EDIT RULES" on
page 44).
The number of players and the rules
confirmation screen will be displayed. If
everything is okay, select "Yes."
*Steps through will be handled by Player 1
on the Nintendo GameCube Controller.
The Game Boy Advance connection messages will
be displayed. Please follow the instructions,
connect, and then turn on the power of the Game
Boy Advance (SP) systems (see "CONNECTING THE
NINTENDO GAMECUBE GAME BOY ADVANCE CABLE"
on page 47).
If you don't meet the following conditions, a connection error will occur.
STORY MODE PLAYER
STORY MODE PLAYER
STORY MODE PLAYER
RUBY/SAPPHIRE PLAYER
When an error occurs, please press either the RESET Button or the B Button to go back
and then select "CONTINUE."
Please make sure you meet the conditions below, save the game, and then restart
"GANG BATTLE."
*If there are Game Boy Advance (SP) systems connected to Controller Sockets 2 through
4, please turn the systems off and press the RESET Button or the B Button to go back.
CONDITIONS
CONDITIONS
• You must have six Pokémon in your party (except for the "Anything Goes" rule).
• You can't have any Shadow Pokémon in your party.
• All Pokémon must meet the rules.
When an error occurs, please follow the instructions in the "TROUBLESHOOTING
CONNECTION ERRORS WITH THE GAME BOY ADVANCE (SP) SYSTEM" section on page 50
and then re-save the game.
• You need to have the Pokédex.
• You need to have the game saved at a Pokémon Center.
• You must have six Pokémon in your party (except for the "Anything Goes" rule).
• You can't have any Eggs in your party.
• Party Pokémon can't be holding "MAIL" or an "ENIGMA BERRY."
• All Pokémon must meet the rules
GANG BATTLE
GANG BATTLE
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GANG BATTLE
GANG BATTLE
After confirming each player's saved data, the
confirmation screen will be displayed. If
everything is okay, each player should select
"Okay" to proceed. Once all of the players
have selected "Okay," Player 1 needs to press
START to proceed.
In "Play with 4," after confirming each
player's saved data, select the team
combination.
Each player then chooses the Pokémon from
their party to enter in the battle. Three
Pokémon for a "SINGLE BATTLE" and four
Pokémon for a "DOUBLE BATTLE."
*In Edit Rules (see page 44), if the "Anything Goes"
rule is selected, there will be no restriction to the
number of participating Pokémon.
The Controller's Buttons will be assigned to each
Pokémon that is displayed. Press the Button to select
the Pokémon you want to enter.
*If you want to change the selection of a Pokémon, press the L Button. Holding down
the R Button and then pressing a Button that a Pokémon is assigned to will let you
confirm the moves that Pokémon has.
The players who use the Ruby/Sapphire Players will select their participating Pokémon
on their Game Boy Advance (SP) system's screens. After the Pokémon have been
selected, select "OK" and press the A Button. When all the players have selected their
Pokémon, the battle will start.
BATTLE COMMAND
CONTROLS
BATTLE COMMAND
CONTROLS
FIGHT
You can fight using your Pokémon's moves.
PKMN
You can switch Pokémon or look at a Pokémon's summary.
GIVE IN
You lose the battle.
NINTENDO GAMECUBE SCREEN GAME BOY ADVANCE SCREEN
During a "GANG BATTLE," the Pokémon's moves are hidden to the other players.
RUBY/SAPPHIRE PLAYER CONTROLS
Players who participate using the
Ruby/Sapphire Player will not see the battle
menu on the TV screen, but on the Game Boy
Advance screen instead.
Just check the screen; it controls the same as
"Pokémon Ruby or Sapphire."
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