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INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
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.

WARNING - Electric Shock

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.
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 Altered vision Eye or muscle twitching Involuntary movements Loss of awareness Disorientation
CAUTION - Motion Sickness
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.

CAUTION - Laser Device

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.
To reduce the likelihood of a seizure when playing video games: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 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.
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.
WARNING - Repetitive Motion Injuries and Eyestrain
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.
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

Control Stick

C Stick

BASIC CONTROLS

Control Stick + Control Pad A Button Select a command
Select the Mode Please select the mode you want to play: Story Mode (see page 08) or Battle Mode (see page 24).
Confirm 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 Pokmon 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.
B Button Cancel a command confirmed with the A Button

HOW TO START

Insert the Memory Card into Slot A. Insert the Pokmon 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.

STARTING THE GAME

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 Pokmon 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 Pokmon Colosseum file. Once the Pokmon 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.

OPTIONS

Selecting "OPTIONS" will allow you to change the game's settings. 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.
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! Partner She helps the hero with her ability to see Shadow Pokmon.

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.
Hero The hero who has the ability to Snag Pokmon.

CHARACTERS

ESPEON and UMBREON The hero's two starting Pokmon.

CONTROLS

PROCEEDING IN THE GAME
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.
Control Stick : + Control Pad Move character / Select a command
X Button : Y Button : START/PAUSE Brings up the menu screen

MOVING ON THE MAP

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.
A Button Confirm selection / Talk / Check B Button Cancel command / Back to the previous screen
PLAYER NAME : Hero's name.

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.
ID : Hero's ID No. POK DOLLARS : The money you currently have. The currency in the Orre Region is POK COUPONS : Your current Pok Coupons. See page 51 for details. (Pok Dollars).
POKMON You can coordinate your party Pokmon here. SUMMARY You can check summaries of your Pokmon. Also, you can check explanations of their moves and change the order of their moves. SWITCH You can change the order of your Pokmon. ITEMS You can give your Pokmon an item to hold, or take an item from it. P DA
PLAY TIME : The amount of time you have played. Snag List You can see currently Snagged Shadow Pokmon and how their Purify (see page 18) is progressing. Snagged - Shadow Pokmon (before being Purified). Snagged - Normal Pokmon (after being Purified). No Icon - Shadow Pokmon which are not Snagged yet. Strategy Memo You can check information on Pokmon 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 Pokmon to hold.
The P DA is a device the hero carries around. P DA is the abbreviation for "Pokmon Digital Assistant." You can check information on Pokmon 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.

EXIT Close the menu.

BATTLES
You will battle against Pokmon trainers you meet. The battle system is that each trainer uses two Pokmon (DOUBLE BATTLE). Once the battle is started, the two Pokmon on the left side of your Pokmon screen will enter into the battle. If you win, all of your Pokmon that participated and survived earn EXP. Points. In most situations, if all Pokmon "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.

SAVING THE GAME AND PCs

There are many functions to the PC, such as saving the game's progress, storing Pokmon, storing items, and more. PCs are mainly located in Pokmon Centers.
POKMON STORAGE You can store up to 90 Pokmon in the PC's Box. ITEM STORAGE You can store items here that you don't have room to carry with you. SAVE 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. EXIT Shuts down the PC.

SNAGGING AND PURIFYING
There are Pokmon 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 Pokmon" by Snagging them.
PURIFY AND PURIFY COMPLETED
When a Shadow Pokmon is Snagged, it is still a Shadow Pokmon. 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. TO PURIFY A POKMON Put it in your party and walk around with it. Make it battle. "CALL" the Pokmon 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 Pokmon will begin to become Purified. The Purifying process differs based on each Pokmon's nature. TO COMPLETE PURIFYING 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 Pokmon instantly.!?

WHAT IS SNAGGING?

Usually, you can't catch opponent's Pokmon. However, only you can Snag a Pokmon during battle. Once the battle has started, identify the Shadow Pokmon and throw a Pok Ball to Snag it. To make Snagging easier, weaken the Pokmon by attacking it until its HP is low. It will also be easier to catch the Pokmon if you put it to Sleep, Poison it, and so on. If you were unable to Snag a Shadow Pokmon during a battle, don't worry, the Shadow Pokmon can be encountered again during your adventures.
DISTINGUISHING SHADOW POKMON
You (the hero) can't tell whether a Pokmon is a Shadow Pokmon or not. However, during your adventure, you'll meet a partner who has a special ability to distinguish Shadow Pokmon from normal Pokmon.

SHADOW POKMON

Shadow Pokmon 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 Pokmon to Snagged Shadow Pokmon. SUMMARY OF SHADOW POKMON Heart Gauge Shows the progress of Purifying. Heart Condition As the Purifying progresses, the condition of the heart changes. Nature When Purifying has progressed to a certain stage, you can find out the Pokmon's nature.

SHADOW POKMON MOVES

At first, Shadow Pokmon can only use a move called "SHADOW RUSH." This move will not only damage opponents, but the attacking Pokmon as well. When Purifying has progressed, the Pokmon will be able to learn other moves. Also, when Purifying has been completed, "SHADOW RUSH" will be forgotten.
EXP. POINTS OF SHADOW POKMON
Shadow Pokmon that have just been Snagged can't gain any EXP. Points. Once a Shadow Pokmon's Purification has progressed to a certain stage, then that Shadow Pokmon can earn EXP. Points. When the Shadow Pokmon is Purified completely, all of the EXP. Points that it earned previously will be gained all at once.

THINGS SHADOW POKMON CAN'T DO
The following things can't be done until a Shadow Pokmon's Purification is complete. Use an item that would make the Pokmon evolve or level up. Change the order of the Pokmon's moves. Delete the Pokmon's moves. Change the Pokmon's nickname. Exchange the Pokmon with Pokmon Ruby or Sapphire (see page 23). Participate in Battle Mode (see page 24). Enter in battles at PHENAC STADIUM.
Move Names When Purifying has progressed, moves other than "SHADOW RUSH" will be revealed and can be used.
SHADOW POKMON'S HYPER MODE
When "SHADOW RUSH" is selected during a Shadow Pokmon's battle, the Shadow Pokmon 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 Pokmon's name will change. SHADOW POKMON IN HYPER MODE. 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 Pokmon will not be healed by using HP recovery and status abnormality items such as Potions and Antidotes. A Pokmon Center, Hotel, or Pokmon Recovery Machine can restore the HP and status abnormalities, but HYPER MODE can't be recovered. HOW TO RECOVER FROM HYPER MODE "CALL" during a battle. Use a "SCENT" item from the "COLOGNE CASE." Leave it in the Day Care. *On rare occasions, the Pokmon will recover on its own.
LINKING UP TO TRADE POKMON
Once you clear the Story Mode, you can trade Pokmon with Game Boy Advance Pokmon Ruby or Sapphire. It can be done in the basement of the PHENAC CITY Pokmon 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. CONDITIONS You need to have the Pokdex. You need to have the game saved at a Pokmon Center.

POKMON THAT CAN'T BE TRADED BY LINK
Shadow Pokmon. They can't be traded unless they are purfied completely (see page 19). Pokmon holding "MAIL" or an "ENIGMA BERRY." Pokmon Eggs.
In "BATTLE MODE," you can enjoy battling Pokmon in full 3-D with your friends.
"BATTLE MODE" can be played with either two or four people.
If you want to use your own Pokmon for a battle, Pok mon please select "COLOSSEUM BATTLE." You can use the Pokmon Pok mon from your Game Boy Advance Pokmon Pok mon Ruby or Sapphire Game Paks, and from the Pokmon Pok mon 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 Pok mon from the Game Boy Advance To Pokmon Pokmon Pok mon 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).
If you want to battle immediately, select "BATTLE NOW." The Pok mon will be randomly selected, and Pokmon you will battle against a computer opponent. *In "BATTLE MODE," you will not receive any EXP. Points or Pok Dollars.
COLOSSEUM BATTLE SOLO BATTLE GANG BATTLE BATTLE NOW
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SOLO BATTLE

HOW TO PLAY A COLOSSEUM BATTLE
Current HP / Maximum HP In "COLOSSEUM BATTLE," you can use your own Pokmon. There are "SOLO BATTLE" and "GANG BATTLE" to choose from. Your Pokmon
BATTLE SCREEN Opponent's Pokmon
Gender In "SOLO BATTLE" there are "COLOSSEUM BATTLE" and "MT. BATTLE VS 100" to choose from. You will need to go to "REGISTER POKMON" (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 POKMON In order to play "SOLO BATTLE," you need to go to "REGISTER POKMON" first (see page 28). POK COUPON EXCHANGE You can exchange POK COUPONS you've earned in battles for prizes (see page 51). HP
BATTLE COMMANDS FIGHT You can fight using your Pokmon's moves. PKMN You can switch Pokmon or look at a Pokmon'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.
STARTING A "SOLO BATTLE"

REGISTERING POKMON When you select "REGISTER Pokmon," the picture on the right will be displayed. You will need to register the six Pokmon from your party in either the Pokmon Colosseum Story Mode, or Game Boy Advance Pokmon 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 Pokmon at a time. REGISTER POKMON FROM POKMON COLOSSEUM GAME When selecting "COLOSSEUM Pokmon," the six Pokmon 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 Pokmon in your party. You must have six Pokmon in your party (you can't register less than six). No two Pokmon of the same kind can be in your party (you can't register the same kind of Pokmon).
REGISTER POKMON FROM YOUR GAME BOY ADVANCE POKMON GAME When "GBA POKMON" 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. CONDITIONS You need to have the Pokdex. You need to have the game saved at a Pokmon Center. You must have six Pokmon in your party (you can't register less than six). No two Pokmon of the same kind can be in your party (you can't register the same kind of Pokmon). You can't have any Eggs in your party. Party Pokmon 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 Pokmon Colosseum. To turn the power of the Game Boy Advance (SP) system off, please follow the instructions on the screen.

SELECT PARTICIPATING POKMON Select either "SINGLE BATTLE" or "DOUBLE BATTLE." After confirming the selection of the participating Pokmon, the screen will lead you to select the Pokmon which will battle. The Pokmon shown on the screen will be assigned to Controller Buttons. Please use these Buttons to select the Pokmon you want to enter: three Pokmon for a "SINGLE BATTLE" and four Pokmon for a "DOUBLE BATTLE." *If you want to change a Pokmon selection after you've selected it, press the L Button. Press the assigned Pokmon Button and hold down the R Button to display detailed information about the moves that Pokmon has. You need to re-select Pokmon every time you participate in a battle. Your Pokmon will be fully restored each time you defeat an opponent trainer. The items you used will be replenished as well.
POK COUPONS 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 POK COUPONS (see page 51) as a reward. SUSPEND THE GAME (SAVE) 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

In "GANG BATTLE," you can enjoy a two- or four-player game by connecting your Nintendo GameCube and Game Boy Advance (SP) systems.

TRAINERS WHO CAN ENTER

The character you will be is the hero of the "POKMON COLOSSEUM STORY MODE" ("Story Mode Player" for short) and the hero or heroine from "POKMON RUBY or SAPPHIRE" ("Ruby/Sapphire Player" for short). The following are the combinations of the characters. Battle with 2

VS VS VS VS & &

Battle with 4

VS VS & &

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).

STARTING "GANG BATTLE"
1 Select "GANG BATTLE" in "COLOSSEUM BATTLE."
6 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
2 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. 3 If you choose "Battle with 2," please select
either "SINGLE BATTLE" or "DOUBLE BATTLE."
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 You must have six Pokmon in your party (except for the "Anything Goes" rule). You can't have any Shadow Pokmon in your party. All Pokmon must meet the rules. RUBY/SAPPHIRE PLAYER 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. CONDITIONS
4 Edit the battle rules (see "EDIT RULES" on

page 44).

5 The number of players and the rules
confirmation screen will be displayed. If everything is okay, select "Yes."
*Steps 1 through 5 will be handled by Player 1 on the Nintendo GameCube Controller.
You need to have the Pokdex. You need to have the game saved at a Pokmon Center. You must have six Pokmon in your party (except for the "Anything Goes" rule). You can't have any Eggs in your party. Party Pokmon can't be holding "MAIL" or an "ENIGMA BERRY." All Pokmon must meet the rules
7 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.

BATTLE COMMAND

FIGHT You can fight using your Pokmon's moves. PKMN You can switch Pokmon or look at a Pokmon's summary. GIVE IN You lose the battle. NINTENDO GAMECUBE SCREEN GAME BOY ADVANCE SCREEN

SELECTING "POKMON" Once a Pokmon is selected, you can select a Pokmon to switch with it. The order of the Pokmon are assigned by selection 9 on page 38. In "DOUBLE BATTLE" (when using the Story Mode Player), after you have selected the Pokmon to switch, the same screen for using a move will be displayed. Press either up, right, or left on the + Control Pad. By doing this, other players won't know which move you have selected.

END OF A GANG BATTLE

When a "GANG BATTLE" battle is over, the menu below will be displayed. BATTLE AGAIN You can battle once again with the same conditions. CHANGE PLAYERS Turn the power of the Game Boy Advance (SP) system off and reconnect it once again. Please follow the instructions on the screen ("CONNECTING THE NINTENDO GAMECUBE GAME BOY ADVANCE CABLE" on page 47). EXIT BATTLE Quit the game. Please follow the instructions on the screen. CHANGE TEAMS You can change the combination of the team for Multi Battles. The combination selection screen will be displayed. Please select the combination you would like to use. *"CHANGE TEAMS" can only be selected in "Battle with 4."
First Pokmon Second Pokmon Third Pokmon Fourth Pokmon Fifth Pokmon Sixth Pokmon
C Stick C Stick C Stick C Stick Y Button X Button
If you don't know the Pokmon, hold down the R Button to confirm. Also, the following controls allow you to check the explanation of a Pokmon's move. First Pokmon Second Pokmon Third Pokmon Fourth Pokmon Fifth Pokmon Sixth Pokmon R Button + Control Stick R Button + Control Stick R Button + Control Stick R Button + Control Stick R Button + Control Stick R Button + Control Stick

EDIT RULES

Once you select the number of players and the battle style, the menu screen of rules will be displayed. Set the cursor on either "Anything Goes," "Max. Lv 50," or "Max. Lv 100," and press the R Button to check that rule in detail. Use the cursor to select "Edit Rule 1" through "Edit Rule 3." Press the R Button for detailed changes. To edit the rules, use either the +Control Pad or the Control Stick to select the category by moving up or down and then move right or left to change it. To change a number, such as levels, move right or left to select the digit and then up or down to change it. When the number setting is done, move the cursor back to the left. You can open the window under "Allow hold items?," then "Item Restrictions," to display the item list. You can set the restricted items by using the A Button. When you are done, please select "Okay" and press the A Button. You can change the settings of the Time Limit (per Match) and Move Select Time Limit by pressing the A Button. To change a number, move right or left to select the digit and then up or down to change it, then press the A Button to confirm. Once you are done setting all of the rules, please select "Okay" located at the bottom, and press the A Button.

The following are explanations for particular rule settings. "Two or more can sleep?" If "No" is selected, a move which tries to make an opponent Pokmon "Sleep" will fail if one of their Pokmon is already asleep. However, your own party Pokmon can be made to "Sleep" if you choose. "Two plus can freeze?" If "No" is selected, a move which tries to "Freeze" an opponent Pokmon will fail if one of their Pokmon are already frozen. "All faint from SELFDESTRUCT or EXPLOSION and user loses?" If "No" is selected, a trainer who uses "SELFDESTRUCT" or "EXPLOSION" and makes all the Pokmon "faint" will not lose the battle. In this case, it will be a draw. "Can last POKMON use PERISH SONG or DESTINY BOND?" If "No" is selected, the last Pokmon can't use "PERISH SONG" or "DESTINY BOND." If the only remaining Pokmon tries to use these moves, it will fail. Time Limit (Battle time limitation per Match) When the "Time Limit" runs out, the trainer with the fewest "fainted" Pokmon wins. If the number of remaining Pokmon are the same, the highest sum of HP will win, and if they are equal, it will be draw. Move Select Time Limit (Time limitation for making commands) When the "Move Select Time Limit" runs out, the first move will be selected automatically. If there are two targeted Pokmon, the target of the attack will be randomly selected.

BATTLE NOW

"BATTLE NOW" lets you enjoy using randomly prepared Pokmon in a battle with the computer right away. "BATTLE NOW" is one player only, so two or more players can't play. The following is an explanation of the connection of a Game Boy Advance (SP) system and Nintendo GameCube using the Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable. Since the connection method will differ based on the game contents and the number of players, please confirm with the chart below and prepare the things that you will need. WHEN THERE ARE 1 TO 3 GAME BOY ADVANCE (SP) SYSTEMS
STARTING "BATTLE NOW"
Select "BATTLE NOW" on the top menu screen. Then, select "SINGLE BATTLE" (each trainer uses one Pokmon at a time in the battle) or "DOUBLE BATTLE" (each trainer uses two Pokmon at a time in the battle). Next, select the difficulty level of your opponent (the computer). Select from either "Ultimate," "Hard," "Normal," or "Easy." Six randomly selected Pokmon will be displayed. If you select "Yes," the screen will take you to the Pokmon selection screen. Each Pokmon is assigned to a Controller Button. Please select which Pokmon to enter by pressing their assigned Buttons. You need to select three Pokmon for a "SINGLE BATTLE" and four Pokmon for a "DOUBLE BATTLE." *If you want to change a Pokmon you have already selected, press the L Button. *You can check each Pokmon's moves by holding the R Button and pressing that Pokmon's assigned Button.

Please insert the Game Pak into the Game Boy Advance (SP) system. Follow the instructions on the screen and connect the Nintendo GameCube and Game Boy Advance by using a Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable. Turn on the power of the Game Boy Advance (SP) system. Game contents SOLO BATTLE / Register Pokmon (page 32) GANG BATTLE / Battle with 2 (page 35) POK COUPONS (page 51) Exchange Pok Coupons for prizes (page 52) Trade Pokmon by linking up (page 23) The items you will need: Nintendo GameCube Nintendo GameCube Controller "Pokmon Colosseum" Game Disc Memory Card that contains a "Pokmon Colosseum" save file Game Boy Advance (SP) system Pokmon Ruby or Sapphire Game Pak Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable

*Each sold separately

HOW TO CONNECT
Game contents GANG BATTLE / Battle with 2 Both trainers use a Ruby/Sapphire Player (see page 35) The items you will need: Nintendo GameCube Nintendo GameCube Controller "Pokmon Colosseum" Game Disc Memory Card that contains a "Pokmon Colosseum" save file Game Boy Advance (SP) system Pokmon Ruby or Sapphire Game Pak Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable
WHEN USING FOUR GAME BOY ADVANCE (SP) SYSTEMS Please insert the Game Pak into the Game Boy Advance (SP) system. Follow the instructions on the screen and connect the Nintendo GameCube and Game Boy Advance (SP) system using the Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable. Please connect the cable in the order of Controller Socket 2 Controller Socket 3 Controller Socket 4. *First, please connect the Nintendo GameCube Controller to Controller Socket 1. Unplug the Controller from Controller Socket 1 and connect the Game Boy Advance (SP) system. Turn on the power of the Game Boy Advance (SP) system.
Game contents GANG BATTLE / Battle with 4 (All trainers use Ruby/Sapphire Players [see page 35]) The items you will need: Nintendo GameCube Nintendo GameCube Controller "Pokmon Colosseum" Game Disc Memory Card that contains a "Pokmon Colosseum" save file Game Boy Advance (SP) system Pokmon Ruby or Sapphire Game Pak Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable
Game contents GANG BATTLE / Battle with 4 (see page 35) The items you will need: Nintendo GameCube Nintendo GameCube Controller "Pokmon Colosseum" Game Disc Memory Card that contains a "Pokmon Colosseum" save file Game Boy Advance (SP) system Pokmon Ruby or Sapphire Game Pak Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable
*The Game Boy Player can't be used for this purpose.
CAUTION WHEN LINKING UP There might be a link-up error or malfunction in the following cases. When the Game Disc is not compatible with the Game Pak. When a cable other than the Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable is used. When the Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable is not fully connected. When the Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable is not properly connected to a Game Boy Advance (SP) system or the Nintendo GameCube. When the Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable is unplugged during transmission. When the power of a Game Boy Advance (SP) system or Nintendo GameCube is turned off, or the Nintendo GameCube's RESET Button is pressed during transmission.

"Pok Coupons" are an item you can get by clearing certain battles. The Pok Coupons can be exchanged for precious "items."
TO GET POK COUPONS You can obtain Pok Coupons by defeating eight trainers in a row in a "COLOSSEUM BATTLE." In "MT. BATTLE VS 100," you obtain Pok Coupons each time you defeat ten trainers in a row. When saving Pok Coupons, a confirmation is displayed on the screen. Select "Yes." If you select "No," the Pok Coupons you've obtained will be forfeit. In a "COLOSSEUM BATTLE," you can save your Pok Coupons as soon as you obtain them, but in "MT. BATTLE VS 100," you can't save until you clear the challenge (see "GAME OVER" on page 33). The Story Mode's player can obtain Pok Coupons at Mt. Battle in the Story Mode. The Pok Coupons can only be saved on the Memory Card that the trainer who obtained them is saved on. You can't obtain Pok Coupons in a "GANG BATTLE" or "BATTLE NOW." If your party Pokmon contains strong Pokmon, such as those below, the amount of Pok Coupons awarded will be decreased based on its number. REGIROCK, REGICE, REGISTEEL, LATIOS, LATIAS, KYOGRE, GROUDON, RAYQUAZA, JIRACHI, etc.
TROUBLESHOOTING CONNECTION ERRORS WITH THE GAME BOY ADVANCE
If a connection error has occurred, turn the Game Boy Advance (SP) system's power off and unplug the Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable. Turn the Game Boy Advance (SP) system's power on and select "Pokmon Ruby/Sapphire" then select "Continue." Fulfill the conditions on either pages 23, 29, 37, or 53. Then, save the progress and turn the power off. Connect the Nintendo GameCube Game Boy Advance cable to the Controller Socket it was originally plugged into, then turn on the power to restart.
If the Pokmon Colosseum save file is modified by an outside source, malfunctions might occur that can cause the game to function improperly. Also, modified save data may cause a malfunction if it is transmitted to a Pokmon Game Pak. There is a possibility of corrupting the Game Pak, or deleting the save data. If this happens, the save data can't be restored. Please be careful.

POK COUPONS

EXCHANGING YOUR POK COUPONS FOR PRIZES To exchange your Pok Coupons for prizes, please select "SOLO BATTLE" and then "POK COUPON EXCHANGE." Also, you can exchange your Pok Coupons for prizes in the Story Mode at Mt. Battle. Exchange in Battle Mode Exchange in Story Mode
POK COUPON EXCHANGE IN "POKMON COLOSSEUM" When the following conditions are not met, there will be a connection error. Please make sure you meet the conditions, re-save the game, and then restart the "POK COUPON EXCHANGE." CONDITIONS You must have an open space in "Item Storage" in your PC.
POK COUPON EXCHANGE IN "POKMON GBA" When the following conditions are not met, there will be a connection error. In this case, please follow the instructions on page 50 ("TROUBLESHOOTING CONNECTION ERRORS WITH THE GAME BOY ADVANCE [SP] SYSTEM") and re-save the game. CONDITIONS You need to have the game saved at a Pokmon Center. You must have an open space in "Item Storage" in your PC.

In Pokmon Diamond, 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. Pokmon Diamond 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!
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 Pokmon will you be able to complete this daring adventure.
Catch Many Different Pokmon!
Your goal is to complete your Pokdex by collecting lots of different kinds of Pokmon. When you catch a Pokmon, its data will automatically be recorded in your Pokdex. Visit Professor Rowan every once in a while to have him rate how complete your Pokdex is.
In order to catch all the Pokmon in the Sinnoh region, thus completing your Pokdex, you must trade with the Pearl version. Work together with your friends to get your Pokdex as complete as possible!
Become the Best Trainer Ever!
Another goal is to improve your skills as a Pokmon Trainer. During your adventures, you'll battle wild Pokmon, as well as other Trainers. Both types of battles will help you and your Pokmon become stronger. There are also Pokmon 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 Mark Y Button X Button L Button Microphone Control Pad A Button B Button START SELECT R Button

START SELECT Mark

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

You can change the order of the Pokmon in your party. Give an item or mail to your Pokmon to hold, or take it back.

Switch Item Bag

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 Pokmon 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 Pokmon 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. Pok Balls (see page 26) Mail (see page 29)
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.
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)
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).
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.

Options

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.

ABOUT BATTLES

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

When a Double Battle starts, the Pokmon on the top left and the Pokmon on the top right of your Party Pokmon will appear (see page 11). In addition to Moves that attack one Pokmon, there are also Moves that attack two Pokmon at the same time! Try things like throwing two different types of Pokmon into a battle so that your Pokmon avoid getting hit in their weak spot. Also, beat an opponent's Pokmon one by one with converging attacks.

Confuse Faint

If the Pokmon uses a Move during battle, there is a chance it may attack itself. The Pokmon will recover when it goes back to its Pok Ball. When its HP reaches 0, the Pokmon can no longer battle.
There are some other status problems such as Paralyze, Sleep, Frozen, Burn and so on.

CATCHING POKMON

You can catch wild Pokmon with Pok Balls (see page 26). While in battle, touch "BAG" or select it by using the Control Pad and pressing the A Button, then select POK BALLS. Select a Pok Ball you want to use and throw it at the Pokmon to try to catch it. After you have caught the Pokmon, you can give it a nickname.
If your Pokmon party is full with six Pokmon, the new Pokmon will transfer to Someone's PC.

RAISING POKMON

Experience Points
When you win a battle, Experience Points are given to Pokmon who fought in the battle. When the Experience Point gauge completely fills, a Pokmon's level goes up. When a Pokmon gains a level, their stats get higher, and they might learn a new Move.

Where to Find Pokmon

Pokmon inhabit caves and areas with tall grass. If your Pokmon's HP is low, and you don't want to fight, avoid walking in those areas. Certain Pokmon only appear in the morning or in the late evening. Water-type Pokmon may appear when you are crossing a lake or ocean by using the HM Surf. You can also use a Fishing Rod by the water, or while crossing water, to catch some Pokmon. Press the A Button when "!" appears. Tips for Catching Pokmon If you use a Pok Ball on a Pokmon that has taken very little damage, it will break free of the Ball. You must first weaken the Pokmon by attacking it until its HP is low. It will also be easier to catch the Pokmon if you put it to Sleep, Poison it, and so on.
Tips on Raising Pokmon Raising Low-Level Pokmon
Place the Pokmon you want to raise in the first slot of your Pokmon party. Immediately switch to another Pokmon as soon as you enter a battle. As long as you win the battle, even the Pokmon that didn't fight will receive a portion of the Experience Points. By repeating these steps, you can slowly but steadily increase the level of a weak Pokmon.

Pokmon Center (PC)

The people here will heal your injured Pokmon for free. You can also use the PC here. A Pokmon Center is the most useful place a Pokmon Trainer can visit!
Communication play can be done with your friends on 2F and B1F of a Pokmon Center (see page 36).
Seal Switch Check Button CONFIRM CANCEL
Displays seals you own. Scrolls the list of seals you own. Review the animation of the Capsule you just designed. Press this if you are OK with the design. Return to the previous screen.

Rowan's PC

Professor Rowan will rate your current Pokdex. He will give you an important message according to the number of Pokmon recorded.

Visual Competition

Dress your Pokmon with Accessories according to a given theme. Be aware of the time limit. Once you finish dressing your Pokmon, it is shown to the audience. The more hearts you receive from the audience, the higher the score you can get. A Pokmon's condition and dress can also affect the score.

Pok Mart

Here, you can buy items that can help you on your adventure. Pok Marts in different towns sometimes sell different things. Also, the amount of Badges you have will affect what you can buy.

Dance Competition

In a Dance Competition, one Pokmon becomes the main dancer and the remaining three are backup dancers. When your Pokmon is the backup dancer, try to duplicate the dance steps laid down by the main dancer. As the main dancer, your Pokmon can dance as it pleases. You can earn higher points if your Pokmon has a dance step that cant be imitated well.

Super Contest

The Pokmon Super Contest is held someplace in the Sinnoh region. This contest allows Pokmon to compete using their charms. There are five competition categories to choose from: Cool, Beauty, Cute, Smart, and Tough. Your Pokmon will compete through 3 types of Contest; Visual, Dance, and Acting. You can even compete against friends using Wireless Communication (see page 44). Giving your Pokmon a Poffin can improve their condition (see page 28). Talk to a receptionist and select a rank. At first you can only compete in Normal Rank Contests. Once a Pokmon defeats a rank, it can challenge the next rank. You'll find the entrance for Contest practice on the right side of the room.

Acting Competition

Use Contest Moves to appeal to different judges. You must choose a Move, then choose a judge to appeal to. The Move you use and which judge you appeal to will affect Contest scoring. Try to use the right move at the right time for bonus points. Try not to have your Pokmon scored by the same judge as other Pokmon.

VARIOUS ITEMS

There are various kinds of items in the Sinnoh region. Items can be obtained by buying them at stores and finding them during your journey.
Items that improve Pokmon stats, relate to Pokmon evolution, and so on are listed here. Your Pokmon will receive Experience Points even if it didnt Exp. Share participate in the battle. Prevents weak wild Pokmon from attacking for up to 100 steps. Repel Escape Rope Used for escaping from places such as caves.

Medicine

These items heal Pokmon or cure Pokmon status problems. Restores Pokmon HP by 20. Potion Cures Poisoned Pokmon. Antidote Restores Pokmon PP by 10. Ether

Pok Balls

These are necessary for catching Pokmon. Use the different Pok Balls creatively depending on the types of Pokmon you encounter. Catches wild Pokmon. Pok Ball Catches wild Pokmon 100% of the time. Master Ball Catches wild Pokmon easily at night or in dark places like caves. Dusk Ball
There are Moves that can be used both in battle and in the field. Note that HM Moves cannot be used in the field until you obtain certain Gym Badges. Be aware that HM Moves cannot be forgotten by learning new moves. However, its rumored that there is a way to forget your Pokmons HM Moves. Hidden Moves Cut Instantly cuts down trees that block the road. Fly Instantly returns you to a town you've previously visited. Surf Lets you move across water, such as the sea or rivers. Strength Pushes heavy rocks. Defog Clears deep fog. Rock Smash Smashes rocks that block the road. Waterfall Lets you climb up torrential waterfalls. Rock Climb Lets you scale rocky walls. Moves Lets you escape from places such as caves. Dig Instantly warps you to the last Pokmon Center visited. Teleport
There are other Moves that can be used in battles and in the field.
Moves can be used in the field

Berries

Pokmon holding a Berry can use it during a battle to restore itself or cure status problems. Berries are also used as ingredients in making Poffins (see page 28). A Pokmon holding this Berry will use it during a battle to restore Oran Berry some HP. A Pokmon holding this Berry lessens a super effective Fire-type Occa Berry attack against it.

TMs & HMs

Both Technical and Hidden Machines allow your Pokmon to learn new Moves. Technical Machines (TM) can be used only once, but you can use Hidden Machines (HM) as often as you like. Different types of Pokmon will be able to learn different Moves.
About Berries On your journey in the Sinnoh region, you will find some places where fruit-bearing trees grow. A tree will disappear once you pick its Berries; however, it will grow back if you plant a Berry in the same spot! Besides being the raw material of Poffin, you can use Berries to cure Pokmon status problems, exchange them for accessories, and so on. Grow many Berries by using mulch before planting, or by watering the trees as they grow.

Give Mail to your Pokmon to hold. Trade Pokmon holding Mail with friends to exchange letters. Air Mail Stationery that features a colorful design and letters.

Battle Items

Items that can be used to give you the advantage in battle. X Attack Raises the Attack stat of a Pokmon in battle.

Poffins

Poffins are sweets that increase the Condition of your Pokmon. The higher a Poffin's level is, the more you can increase a Pokmon's Condition. If its Condition is high, a Pokmon will enjoy greater ratings in a Pokmon Contest (see page 24). You can make better Poffins if your friends help you (see page 45). You will need the Poffin Case, obtained during your journey, before you can start making Poffins.

Key Items

Important items for your adventure. Some can be obtained during your journey. Check friends you battled or traded with (see page 49). Pal Pad Map of Sinnoh region. Town Map Keep Pokmon's accessories. Fashion Case It provides access to the Underground (see page 43). Explorer Kit Register items Some of your Key Items can be assigned to the Y Button. Once you have registered an item, simply press the Y Button while you are in the field. For example, if you register your Bicycle, you can ride it by just pressing the Y Button. You dont have to open the Menu Screen, so its very convenient.
Direction to stir Pot Batter

How to make a Poffin

Touch the Touch Screen to stir the pot in the direction of the arrow. Stirring too fast at first will cause the batter to overflow. Later on, stirring too slow will cause the Poffin to burn. The fewer overflows and burns you have while creating a Poffin, the better it will be! Because each Pokmon has its favorite Poffin, try feeding various kinds of Poffins to your Pokmon.

Pokmon Watch (Poktch)

The item worn on your wrist to help you during your travels. Displayed on the Touch Screen, the Poktch has many useful functions. During your adventure, different people will add Poktch apps to your Poktch.
You will obtain the Poktch during your adventure.
MIGRATE POKMON FROM THE GBA
You can migrate Pokmon caught in the GBA Pokmon series (Pokmon Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, FireRed, LeafGreen) to Pokmon Diamond. The imported Pokmon show up in the Pal Park. You will be able to catch them there.

Chat (everyone in the Union Room) You can send messages to the people who are in the Union Room. Press the X Button to bring up the Union Room menu and select "CHAT" listed at the top. Create a message by selecting a word for each text box. When is displayed, you can switch the sentence by pressing left and right on the Control Pad. Words that can be entered in the text box are categorized by topic groups. Select a text box by using the Control Pad and pressing the A Button. Next, choose a topic group. When you choose a group by pressing the A Button, you'll find words related to that group. Touch the Touch Screen to switch the list between the following two modes. Group Mode ABC Mode Search for a word based on the topic groups. Search for a word in alphabetical order.
Pokmon Communication Club Colosseum (2 or 4 Players) Two or four players can do battle here. First choose a type of battle, then select a Cup. Different Cups set rules for which Pokmon can participate in the battle. You can use any Pokmon if you select NO RESTRICTIONS. 2 Player Battle Use one Pokmon each for the battle. Single Battle Use two Pokmon each for the battle. Double Battle Choose three Pokmon. Each Trainer chooses one of the Mix Battle opponent's Pokmon, mixes them with their party, and then battles the other Trainer. Decide who will BECOME LEADER after saving the game. The other player will need to select JOIN GROUP. The player who selected JOIN GROUP needs to select the leader from the name list. The names and ID numbers of the participants will be displayed on the leader's screen. Select YES or NO to confirm the participants. A battle will begin after each player steps on the correct spots located on the right and left side of the room. When you play a Mix Battle, the battle will start after choosing a Pokmon to switch. To quit a battle, select RUN. You can leave the Colosseum by using the exit at the bottom of the room.
You are given the option to register the player you battled on your Pal Pad after battling (see page 49).
When you send a message, it will be displayed on the Touch Screen of everyone in the Union Room. Quiting Union Room Step onto the yellow circle to exit the Union Room.
4 Player Battle Multi Battle
You cannot enter the Colosseum without each player having three or more Pokmon in their party.

Making Poffins (up to 4 players)
Make Poffin with your friends (see page 28). Speak to the lady at The Poffin House near the Contest Hall. Then, choose "IN A GROUP" when the screen on the right is displayed. Decide on who will become the leader, then have everyone else choose JOIN GROUP. The Poffin making begins when all the players are ready.
Digging for Buried Treasure

Treasure

Communication Error
Wall's strength Sledgehammer
Throughout the Underground are items buried within the walls. Watch the Radar for yellow dots. Pickax These are places where objects Choose one depending can be found. Once close to the on how hard you want yellow Radar dots, touch the Touch to hit the wall. Screen to ping the exact location of the treasure. Stand next to the wall where a dot was seen and press the A Button to start digging. Obtain Spheres and Treasure by using the Sledgehammer and Pickax before the Rock wall collapses.
In some cases, there is a chance an error, such as the screen on the right, might occur during communication. In such cases, press the A Button to return to the last place you saved.
Establishing the DS Wireless Link (DS Wireless Play)
This section explains how to establish your DS wireless link for DS Wireless Play. What You Will Need to Play the Pokmon Diamond Version: Nintendo DS or Nintendo DS Lite System One for each player Pokmon Diamond Version Game Card One for each player or Pokmon Pearl Version Game Card
Super Contest (2 - 4 players)
You can participate in the Contest with your friends (see page 24). First, speak to the receptionist on the far left end of the room. Then, decide which category and which Pokmon you would like to compete with. Decide on who will become the leader, then have everyone else choose JOIN GROUP. The contest begins when all the players are ready.
1. Make sure that all DS systems are turned off, then insert a Pokmon Diamond Version or Pearl Version Game Card into each system. 2. Turn all DS systems on. The DS Menu Screen will be displayed. 3. Touch the Pokmon Diamond or Pokmon Pearl. 4. Follow the instructions on page 37.
Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection
Using Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection (WFC), Pokmon Diamond will enable you to connect with a friend and play over the Internet. There are three types of Nintendo Wi-Fi Connecntion. Play a battle, trade or voice chat with friends who you have registered to your Pal Pad (see page 49). Trade your Pokmon with other Trainers at the Global Trade Station (see page 52). Battle with other Trainers in the Wi-Fi Battle Room (see page 56). Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection is an online game play system provided by Nintendo for people to connect and play games worldwide. You can use compatible hotspots all over the world or your own wireless LAN connection.

Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection allows multiple Pokmon Diamond Version owners to play together over the interneteven when separated by long distances.
To play Nintendo DS games over the Internet, you must first set up the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection (Nintendo WFC) on your Nintendo DS system. Please see the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection instruction booklet, available at www.nintendo.com/consumer/manuals if you need directions on setting up your Nintendo DS. To complete the Nintendo WFC setup, you will also need access to a PC that has a wireless network device installed (such as a wireless router) and an active broadband or DSL Internet account. If you do not have a wireless network device installed on your PC, you can order a Nintendo Wi-Fi USB Connector (sold separately) directly from Nintendo. Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection game play uses more battery power than other game play. You may prefer to use the AC Adapter to prevent running out of power when using the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. You can also play Nintendo WFC compatible games at selected Internet hotspots without additional setup. See the Terms of Use Agreement (pages 5861) which governs Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection game play and is also available online at www.nintendowifi.com/terms. The nickname you use will be seen by others when playing multiplayer games using Nintendo WFC. To protect your privacy, do not give out personal information such as last name, phone number, birth date, age, e-mail or home address when communicating with others. For additional information on the Nintendo WFC, setting up your Nintendo DS, or a list of available Internet hotspots, visit www.nintendowifi.com (USA, Canada and Latin America) or call 1-800-895-1672 (USA/Canada only).
Setting Up Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection
You will need to establish a wireless Internet connection to use Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. From the Start Menu, select NINTENDO WFC SETTINGS to access the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection configuration. Please see the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection instruction booklet, available at www.nintendo.com/consumer/manuals if you need directions on setting up your Nintendo DS.
Note: If you change the combination of your DS system and "Pokmon Diamond," you need to do the setup again to connect. The registration on the Pal Pad will be also deleted (see page 49).

Pokmon Center (B1F)

Using Nintendo Wi-Fi connection you can play a battle, trade, or voice chat with friends whose Friend Codes you have registered on your Pal Pad (see page 50).

Choose "YES" on the screen to the right. Once connected, you will see the Connected Friends screen. Friend's connection status Friend's name Your connection status There are the following type of statuses: Recruiting Battle In Voice Chat Recruiting Trade Standing By Battling Trading Voice Chat OFF
Voice Chat (to a friend who is standing by) When you select a friend who is on stand by, "VOICE CHAT" will let you have a conversation with that player using the microphone. Select it to start a voice chat session. Press the A Button if you would like to end the voice chat session. Invite When you choose "INVITE," you will open an invitation for friends to join you in a battle or trade. You can see your list of friends even if you are inviting. Press the A Button if you would like to suspend your invitation.
Records You can check the records of battles you have had with a friend. Press the A or B Button to return to the Connected Friends screen.

Deposit Pokmon

Deposit Pokmon you would like to offer for trade. The Pokmon will be traded if there is someone who accepts your conditions. Choose this option to start the GTS trading process.
Pokmon successfully traded through the GTS will not return.
Global Trade Station (GTS)
You can trade Pokmon with Trainers all over the world using Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection and the Global Trade Station located in Jubilife City. You do not need to register Friend Codes to use the GTS. Reception Geonet
Choose a Pokmon you would like to offer for trade from your party or a box. Use the Control Pad to move the cursor. Use to scroll through boxes.
Only one Pokmon can be deposited at a time. Take back Pokmon if you would like to offer different Pokmon for trade.
Talk to the receptionist to access the GTS and save the game. Select "TRADE" when the screen below is displayed.
Select a Pokmon you would like to receive for the Pokmon you have deposited. Enter in the criteria you want for the Pokmon you would like: gender, level, and what kind of Pokmon. Once deposited, you are done for now. When someone accepts your conditions, you will know your Pokmon was traded the next time you connect to GTS.
Only Pokmon that are already recorded in your Pokdex can be entered as conditions for a GTS trade. It is OK to turn the DS system off once you finish depositing a Pokmon. There is a chance a Pokmon might disappear if you don't connect to the GTS for a long time. Be sure to check your deposited Pokmon's status once in a while. "SUMMARY" is displayed in the menu when a trade has not been made for your deposited Pokmon. Choose "TAKE BACK" if you want to bring back the Pokmon.
Seek Pokmon You can search for Pokmon you want from the Pokmon registered by people. Normally, only three Pokmon are found per search regardless of how many Pokmon are registered by people. However, the number of Pokmon you can look for increases a couple of days after a successful trade, and also after you offer a Pokmon for trade. Enter the conditions of a Pokmon you want to seek.

Only Pokmon that are already recorded in your Pokdex can be entered as conditions for a GTS search.

Geonet

You can check the location of all the friends you have met around the world.
Enter the search criteria and select "SEARCH" to find a Pokmon that meets your conditions. If no Pokmon meet your conditions, "None were found" will be shown. If you find a Pokmon, touch the Trainer to check their conditions for trading Pokmon, which is displayed on the Top Screen.
Register Use this to register the location of where you live. Choose a location with the Control Pad and press the A Button to confirm.
You cannot change locations once it is registered.
The information of the Trainers you have linked with is registered in the Geonet. To display registered locations, line up the cursor and press the X Button.
If you have Pokmon that can meet the condition, you can trade them. If you do not want to trade, press the B Button to cancel the trade.
Battle Tower (DS Wireless Communication / Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection) You can visit the Battle Tower after you enter the Hall of Fame. If you win a battle at the Battle Tower, BP (Battle Points) will be given to you. Once you have obtained enough BP, you can exchange it for various items. You can enjoy battles with your friends using Wireless Communication or Nintendo WFC. Multi Battle Room (team up with a friend using DS Wireless Communication) Cooperating with a friend who is in the Battle Tower, each Trainer needs to bring two Pokmon to the battle. Choose "CHALLENGE" at the reception, then select "YES" on the screen to the right. Select "NO" when you do not want to challenge with your friend. Next, select your Pokmon and save the game, then someone will need to choose "BECOME LEADER" while the other player chooses "JOIN GROUP." Pokmon Eggs and certain Pokmon cannot participate in the battle. Press the A Button to confirm that you are ready, and the battle begins.
Wi-Fi Battle Room The place to conduct battles using Nintendo Wi-Fi connection. In Wi-Fi battles, you will be battling Trainers from around the world. In each Battle Room, seven Trainers await your challenge. If you manage to beat all seven, you will earn BP. If you keep winning, you can become the Battle Room leader! Select "CHALLENGE" at the reception and choose three Pokmon you want to use. Pokmon Eggs and certain Pokmon cannot participate in the battle. Connect to Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. Select a room to challenge and then choose "YES" on the screen to the right. You will then start your Battle Room challenge against Trainers you have downloaded.

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