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The '''fourth generation''' (Japanese: '''{{j|{{tt|第四世代|だいよんせだい}}}}''' ''fourth generation'') or '''DS Pokémon series''' of games is the fourth set of Pokémon games released.
The '''fourth generation''' (Japanese: '''{{j|{{tt|第四世代|だいよんせだい}}}}''' ''fourth generation'') of Pokémon games, also known as the '''DS Pokémon series''', and commonly referred to by fans as '''Generation IV''' (Japanese: '''{{j|{{tt|世代|いちせだい}}ＩＶ}}''' ''Generation IV''), is the fourth set of Pokémon games released.


It started with the games {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}, followed by {{game|Platinum}} and later {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}} (remakes of {{game|Gold and Silver|s}}). This generation also included the games [[Pokémon Battle Revolution]] and [[My Pokémon Ranch]].
It started with the games {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}, followed by {{game|Platinum}} and later {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}} (remakes of {{game|Gold and Silver|s}}). This generation also included the games [[Pokémon Battle Revolution]] and [[My Pokémon Ranch]].
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*The return of the real-[[time]] and [[days of the week]] system from Generation II.
*The return of the real-[[time]] and [[days of the week]] system from Generation II.
**Additionally, many overworld locations have two songs associated with them instead of one. The song that plays depends on whether the player is present during the daytime or the nighttime.
**Additionally, many overworld locations have two songs associated with them instead of one. The song that plays depends on whether the player is present during the daytime or the nighttime.
*The overworld is rendered in three-dimensions instead of solely sprites, with a style similar to that seen in previous games.
*The overworld is rendered in three-dimensions instead of solely sprites, though it is designed to maintain the aesthetic of previous games.<ref>[https://spong.com/feature/10109598/Interview-Tsunekazu-Ishihara-The-Pokemon-Interview/3 Interviews// Tsunekazu Ishihara: The Pokémon Interview | SPOnG]</ref>
*Moves are now designated [[physical move|physical]] or [[special move|special]] based on the move itself, rather than the move's type. There is also now the category of [[status move|status]] that includes moves that do not do direct damage such as {{m|Toxic}}, {{m|Recover}}, and {{m|Destiny Bond}}.
*Moves are now designated [[physical move|physical]] or [[special move|special]] based on the move itself, rather than the move's type. There is also now the category of [[status move|status]] that includes moves that do not do direct damage such as {{m|Toxic}}, {{m|Recover}}, and {{m|Destiny Bond}}.
*Prior to the shutdown of [[Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection]], Pokémon battles and trades were able to be conducted over the Internet.
*Prior to the shutdown of [[Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection]], Pokémon battles and trades were able to be conducted over the Internet.
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Sinnoh is said to be the first region to be created in the [[Pokémon world]], and is home to several locations that have certain mythology or history associated with them, both natural and human influenced sites.
Sinnoh is said to be the first region to be created in the [[Pokémon world]], and is home to several locations that have certain mythology or history associated with them, both natural and human influenced sites.


====Starter Pokémon====
====First partner Pokémon====
At the beginning of the journey, players must choose from the Grass-type {{p|Turtwig}}, the Fire-type {{p|Chimchar}}, and the Water-type {{p|Piplup}} to defend themselves from a wild {{p|Starly}} in Diamond and Pearl, or be given one of the three by [[Professor Rowan]] directly in Platinum.
At the beginning of the journey, players must choose from the Grass-type {{p|Turtwig}}, the Fire-type {{p|Chimchar}}, and the Water-type {{p|Piplup}} to defend themselves from a wild {{p|Starly}} in Diamond and Pearl, or be given one of the three by [[Professor Rowan]] directly in Platinum.


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Much like [[Generation I]]'s version of Kanto was featured a second time in [[Generation III]], {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}} caused [[Johto]] to be featured a second time in Generation IV.
Much like [[Generation I]]'s version of Kanto was featured a second time in [[Generation III]], {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}} caused [[Johto]] to be featured a second time in Generation IV.


====Starter Pokémon====
====First partner Pokémon====
Much as Kanto's Generation III starters were the same as in Generation I, Johto's starters have not changed. [[Professor Elm]] offers {{p|Chikorita}}, {{p|Cyndaquil}}, or {{p|Totodile}} to the player as protection on an errand to [[Mr. Pokémon]]'s house on {{rt|30|Johto}}.
Just like in the Generation II games, [[Professor Elm]] offers {{p|Chikorita}}, {{p|Cyndaquil}}, or {{p|Totodile}} to the player as protection on an errand to [[Mr. Pokémon]]'s house on {{rt|30|Johto}}.


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==Sinnoh thematic motif==
==Sinnoh thematic motif==
The theme of this generation is history of the universe, and myths and legends. The three starters' evolutions have references to myths and legends in themselves—for example, Torterra is based on the legend of {{wp|world turtle}}, Empoleon has references to the god {{wp|Poseidon}}, and Infernape is based on {{wp|Sun Wukong}}. This also reflects on its legendary Pokémon, as Arceus is the literal creator of the universe and created the rulers of time, space and anti-matter, who are Dialga, Palkia and Giratina, respectively. All three of them are involved in Sinnoh myths, as are Uxie, Azelf and Mesprit: the embodiments of knowledge, willpower and emotions.
The theme of this generation is history of the universe, and myths and legends. The three first partner Pokémon's evolutions have references to myths and legends in themselves—for example, Torterra is based on the legend of {{wp|world turtle}}, Empoleon has references to the god {{wp|Poseidon}}, and Infernape is based on {{wp|Sun Wukong}}. This also reflects on its legendary Pokémon, as Arceus is the literal creator of the universe and created the rulers of time, space and anti-matter, who are Dialga, Palkia and Giratina, respectively. All three of them are involved in Sinnoh myths, as are Uxie, Azelf and Mesprit: the embodiments of knowledge, willpower and emotions.


Some standard Pokémon are also connected to myths and legends, such as Drifloon and Drifblim that in folklore are said to take children and people to the Underworld and Spiritomb who is said to be made up of 108 spirits.
Some standard Pokémon are also connected to myths and legends, such as Drifloon and Drifblim that in folklore are said to take children and people to the Underworld and Spiritomb who is said to be made up of 108 spirits.


Some towns still preserve their history and myths. Celestic Town is said to be present since the beginning of Sinnoh, and has a shrine that dates back to ancient times, as well as a cave painting. Some other examples are the Solaceon Ruins, which contain Unown and is said to be as old as the ruins of Johto; the Snowpoint Temple, which was created long ago to contain Regigigas; Eterna City, which contains a statue of Dialga/Palkia; Floaroma Town, which was said to be a wasteland long ago, but then was transformed into a beautiful landscape by Shaymin; Mt. Coronet; and the Spear Pillar. Canalave City houses the first Pokémon library, which transcribes many of the legends of the region. Sinnoh was meant to establish the origin of the Pokémon universe and be more mysterious and historic than other regions.
Some towns still preserve their history and myths. Celestic Town is said to be present since the beginning of Sinnoh, and has a shrine that dates back to ancient times, as well as a cave painting. Some other examples are the Solaceon Ruins, which contain Unown and is said to be as old as the ruins of Johto; the Snowpoint Temple, which was created long ago to contain Regigigas; Eterna City, which contains a statue of Dialga/Palkia; Floaroma Town, which was said to be a wasteland long ago, but then was transformed into a beautiful landscape by Shaymin; Mt. Coronet; and the Spear Pillar. Canalave City houses the first Pokémon library, which transcribes many of the legends of the region. Sinnoh was meant to establish the origin of the Pokémon universe and be more mysterious and historic than other regions.
The titles of {{3v2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}} are named as representative of love, happiness, and beauty, respectively.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20100806160028/http://www.gamepro.com/article/previews/209339/pokemon-platinum-developer-interview/ Pokemon Platinum: Developer Interview! | GamePro], archived August 6th, 2010</ref>


==Reception==
==Reception==
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* Generation IV is the longest Pokémon generation in Japan, falling only 10 days short of being four years long.
* This is the longest Pokémon generation in Japan, falling only 10 days short of being four years long.
* Every [[player character]] in all of the Generation IV games has a [[Wii]] in [[player's house|their room]], referencing its status as the current Nintendo console during the generation.
* Every [[player character]] in all of the Generation IV games has a [[Wii]] in [[player's house|their room]], referencing its status as the current Nintendo console during the generation.
* Generation IV is the only [[generation]] in which:
* This is the only [[generation]]:
** All its [[starter Pokémon]] are able to learn [[Stealth Rock]].
** Where all its [[first partner Pokémon]] are able to learn [[Stealth Rock]].
** All of its games were released in the spring in North America, and in the fall in Japan.
** Whose games were all released in the spring in North America, and in the fall in Japan.
** The final evolution of each of its starter Pokémon is owned by one [[Gym Leader]] or [[Elite Four]] member.
** Where the final evolution of each of its first partner Pokémon is owned by one [[Gym Leader]] or [[Elite Four]] member.
*** [[Gardenia]] has a {{p|Torterra}}, [[Flint]] has an {{p|Infernape}}, and [[Jasmine]] in {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} has an {{p|Empoleon}}.
*** [[Gardenia]] has a {{p|Torterra}}, [[Flint]] has an {{p|Infernape}}, and [[Jasmine]] in {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} has an {{p|Empoleon}}.
** None of the [[TM]]s from the previous generation had their move changed.
** Where no [[TM]]s from the previous generation had their move changed.
** [[Held item]]s from the previous generation can be transferred.
** Where [[held item]]s from the previous generation can be transferred.
* Generation IV is the only generation to not introduce a {{type|Dragon}} [[Type expert|specialist]].
** To not introduce a {{type|Dragon}} [[Type expert|specialist]].
* Generation IV is the first generation to include:
* This is the first generation to include:
** Level 1 Pokémon legitimately obtainable in the core series.
** Level 1 Pokémon legitimately obtainable in the core series.
** Compatibility with both the generation preceding and following it.
** Compatibility with both the generation preceding and following it.
** [[Mythical Pokémon]] that are not {{type|Psychic}}.
** [[Mythical Pokémon]] that are not {{type|Psychic}}.
** More than two [[Mythical Pokémon]].
** More than two [[Mythical Pokémon]].
** A {{DL|Legendary group|Legendary trios|Legendary trio}} where all members are [[Dragon (type)|Dragon-Type]].
** A [[Legendary trio]] where all members are {{type|Dragon}}.
* Generation IV introduced the [[List of cross-generational evolution families|largest number]] of [[evolution]]s for Pokémon of previous [[generation]]s, at 29.
* This generation introduced the [[List of cross-generational evolution families|largest number]] of [[evolution]]s for Pokémon of previous [[generation]]s, at 29.
* Generation IV features the largest number of playable core series regions, with three.
* This generation features the largest number of playable core series regions, with three.
* Generation IV is the first generation officially released in {{pmin|South Korea}} by [[Nintendo]]'s local subsidiary there. Even though the [[Generation II]] games {{game|Gold and Silver|s}} were released in South Korea on April 24, 2002, they were a result of Nintendo partnering with {{wp|Daewon C.I.|Daewon}} as Nintendo of Korea would not be established until July 7, 2006.<ref>[http://www.nintendo.co.kr/corporate/kr/kr01.html 한국닌텐도]</ref>
* This is the first generation officially released in {{pmin|South Korea}} by [[Nintendo]]'s local subsidiary there. Even though the [[Generation II]] games {{game|Gold and Silver|s}} were released in South Korea on April 24, 2002, they were a result of Nintendo partnering with {{wp|Daewon C.I.|Daewon}} as Nintendo of Korea would not be established until July 7, 2006.<ref>[http://www.nintendo.co.kr/corporate/kr/kr01.html 한국닌텐도]</ref>
* Generation IV was the last generation to introduce:
* This was the last generation to introduce:
** A new [[HM]] move.
** A new [[HM]] move.
** A new type of [[Poké Ball]] available at [[Poké Mart]]s.
** A new type of [[Poké Ball]] available at [[Poké Mart]]s.
** A new Pokémon in the {{DL|Experience|Fluctuating}} experience group, with these being {{p|Drifloon}} and {{p|Drifblim}}.
** A new Pokémon in the {{DL|Experience|Fluctuating}} experience group, with these being {{p|Drifloon}} and {{p|Drifblim}}.
* Generation IV can be seen as a parallel to [[Generation III]] in terms of the games released.
* This generation can be seen as a parallel to [[Generation III]] in terms of the games released.
** The first paired games of the generation introduced a new region with a third game released: Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire with Emerald as the third for Generation III and Pokémon Diamond and Pearl with Platinum as the third for Generation IV.
** The first paired games of the generation introduced a new region with a third game released: Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire with Emerald as the third for Generation III and Pokémon Diamond and Pearl with Platinum as the third for Generation IV.
*** In the third game, all three cover legendaries can be captured: {{p|Groudon}}, {{p|Kyogre}} and {{p|Rayquaza}} in [[Pokémon Emerald]] while {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Palkia}} and {{p|Giratina}} in [[Pokémon Platinum]].
*** In the third game, all three cover legendaries can be captured: {{p|Groudon}}, {{p|Kyogre}} and {{p|Rayquaza}} in {{game|Emerald}} while {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Palkia}} and {{p|Giratina}} in {{game|Platinum}}.
*** Additionally, the third game both have a [[Battle Frontier]]. However, [[HeartGold and SoulSilver]] also has a Battle Frontier too.
*** Additionally, the third game both have a [[Battle Frontier]]. However, [[HeartGold and SoulSilver]] also has a Battle Frontier, too.
** A remake of the region two Generations before are released as a pair: Kanto in Generation III through [[FireRed and LeafGreen]] and Johto in Generation IV through [[HeartGold and SoulSilver]].
** A remake of the region two Generations before are released as a pair: Kanto in Generation III through [[FireRed and LeafGreen]] and Johto in Generation IV through [[HeartGold and SoulSilver]].
*** In the remakes, Pokémon in the Regional Pokédex obtain new sprites.
*** In the remakes, Pokémon in the Regional Pokédex obtain new sprites.
*** All Pokémon that were unobtainable in the initial games’ debuting in the generation can be caught in the remakes.
*** All Pokémon that were unobtainable in the initial games' debut in the generation can be caught in the remakes.
** Both Generations received a [[Pokémon Ranger series|Pokémon Ranger]] spin-off.
** Both Generations received a [[Pokémon Ranger series|Pokémon Ranger]] spin-off.
* No Pokemon introduced in Generation IV have [[Regional form|regional forms]], making it the only Generation released prior to the introduction of regional forms to have this distinction.
* No Pokémon introduced in this generation have [[regional form]]s, making it the only generation released prior to the introduction of regional forms to have this distinction.


==References==
==References==
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