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[[File: | [[File:Pokémon Coordinators anime.png|thumb|250px|Pokémon Coordinators in the anime]] | ||
A '''Pokémon Coordinator''' (Japanese: '''ポケモンコーディネーター''' ''Pokémon Coordinator'') is a [[human|person]] who raises {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} to compete in [[Pokémon Contest]]s, by {{pkmn|food|feeding}} them snacks used to enhance their appearances and teaching them [[move]]s designed for particular [[appeal]]s. | A '''Pokémon Coordinator''' (Japanese: '''ポケモンコーディネーター''' ''Pokémon Coordinator'') is a [[human|person]] who raises {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} to compete in [[Pokémon Contest]]s, by {{pkmn|food|feeding}} them snacks used to enhance their appearances and teaching them [[move]]s designed for particular [[appeal]]s. | ||
==Background== | ==Background== | ||
[[File:Wallace appeal Adventures.png|thumb| | [[File:Wallace appeal Adventures.png|thumb|210px|Wallace showing off his Pokémon]] | ||
Originating in the [[Hoenn]] [[region]], Pokémon coordinating is based on showing off Pokémon in visually impressive ways. It also refers to the act of {{DL|Pokémon training|raising Pokémon}} particularly for {{pkmn|Contest}}s, rather than for regular {{pkmn|battle}}s. As a result, it provides {{pkmn|Trainer}}s with an alternative to the [[Badge]]-collecting quest, giving them a different look at the many charms of Pokémon, as well as a distinct method for interacting with them. Trainers who focus in this area are called Coordinators. | Originating in the [[Hoenn]] [[region]], Pokémon coordinating is based on showing off Pokémon in visually impressive ways. It also refers to the act of {{DL|Pokémon training|raising Pokémon}} particularly for {{pkmn|Contest}}s, rather than for regular {{pkmn|battle}}s. As a result, it provides {{pkmn|Trainer}}s with an alternative to the [[Badge]]-collecting quest, giving them a different look at the many charms of Pokémon, as well as a distinct method for interacting with them. Trainers who focus in this area are called Coordinators. | ||
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==In the games== | ==In the games== | ||
[[File:Super Contest.png|thumb|210px|{{ga|Lucas}} winning a {{pkmn|Super Contest}}]] | [[File:Super Contest.png|thumb|left|210px|{{ga|Lucas}} winning a {{pkmn|Super Contest}}]] | ||
In some of the [[core series]] [[Pokémon games]], {{player}}s may choose to focus on raising Pokémon for the exclusive purpose of doing well in Contests, making them part-time Coordinators. In order to increase their chances of winning Ribbons, they have to maximize one particular condition of their Pokémon and prioritize the Contest properties when selecting the moves they will teach them, since battle properties, such as [[power]] and [[accuracy]], have no effect in Contests. | In some of the [[core series]] [[Pokémon games]], {{player}}s may choose to focus on raising Pokémon for the exclusive purpose of doing well in Contests, making them part-time Coordinators. In order to increase their chances of winning Ribbons, they have to maximize one particular condition of their Pokémon and prioritize the Contest properties when selecting the moves they will teach them, since battle properties, such as [[power]] and [[accuracy]], have no effect in Contests. | ||
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==In the anime== | ==In the anime== | ||
[[File: | [[File:Abby Grand Festival.png|thumb|210px|[[Dr. Abby|Abby]] and Johnny finishing their performance in the Grand Festival]] | ||
In the [[Pokémon anime]], Coordinators first appeared in ''[[AG013|All Things Bright and Beautifly!]]'', with the introduction of Pokémon Contests in the {{series|Advanced Generation}}. However, before that, many Trainers were seen raising their Pokémon to execute their attacks in an appealing way as well as teaching them how to battle in a stylish manner. In this [[canon]], Coordinators go on stage to present their Pokémon in two rounds, the Performance Stage and the Battle Stage. Because of this, they have to {{pkmn|training|train}} Pokémon for both [[appeal]]s and [[Contest Battle|battles]]. | In the [[Pokémon anime]], Coordinators first appeared in ''[[AG013|All Things Bright and Beautifly!]]'', with the introduction of Pokémon Contests in the {{series|Advanced Generation}}. However, before that, many Trainers were seen raising their Pokémon to execute their attacks in an appealing way as well as teaching them how to battle in a stylish manner. In this [[canon]], Coordinators go on stage to present their Pokémon in two rounds, the Performance Stage and the Battle Stage. Because of this, they have to {{pkmn|training|train}} Pokémon for both [[appeal]]s and [[Contest Battle|battles]]. | ||
They travel across one or more [[region]]s, competing in Contests and collecting Ribbons with the goal of winning the [[Grand Festival]] to receive the [[Ribbon Cup]] and the title of {{DL|Grand Festival|Top Coordinator}}. In a similar way to how a [[Pokémon Trainer]] needs to collect eight [[Gym]] [[Badge]]s to participate in the [[Pokémon League Conference]], a Pokémon Coordinator needs to garner five {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]]s to compete in the Grand Festival. However, since a Contest is an event that occurs within a given period of time, Coordinators get just one chance to earn a certain Ribbon. | They travel across one or more [[region]]s, competing in Contests and collecting Ribbons with the goal of winning the [[Grand Festival]] to receive the [[Ribbon Cup]] and the title of {{DL|Grand Festival|Top Coordinator}}. In a similar way to how a [[Pokémon Trainer]] needs to collect eight [[Gym]] [[Badge]]s to participate in the [[Pokémon League Conference]], a Pokémon Coordinator needs to garner five {{pkmn|Contest}} [[Ribbon]]s to compete in the Grand Festival. However, since a Contest is an event that occurs within a given period of time, Coordinators get just one chance to earn a certain Ribbon. | ||
[[File:Contest items.png|thumb|210px|Items given upon registration in Sinnoh]] | [[File:Contest items.png|thumb|left|210px|Items given upon registration in Sinnoh]] | ||
During the Performance Stage, Coordinators need to showcase their Pokémon's charms in order to appeal to the judges, by displaying an array of moves that bring out the very best in their Pokémon while captivating the audience with showiness. The second round consists of [[wp:single-elimination tournament|single-elimination]] Contest Battles, where Coordinators and Pokémon are judged on the style of their moves and the way they're able to dodge their opponents' attacks. In a competition featuring the [[Double Performance]] format, Coordinators are required to show off two Pokémon at once. | During the Performance Stage, Coordinators need to showcase their Pokémon's charms in order to appeal to the judges, by displaying an array of moves that bring out the very best in their Pokémon while captivating the audience with showiness. The second round consists of [[wp:single-elimination tournament|single-elimination]] Contest Battles, where Coordinators and Pokémon are judged on the style of their moves and the way they're able to dodge their opponents' attacks. In a competition featuring the [[Double Performance]] format, Coordinators are required to show off two Pokémon at once. | ||