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==Changes from Pokémon Gold and Silver== | ==Changes from Pokémon Gold and Silver== | ||
===Aesthetic changes=== | ===Aesthetic changes=== | ||
* Extra grass was added to the route west of [[Violet City]], and in this grass, {{p|Growlithe}} can be caught, allowing players to acquire a {{type|Fire}} Pokémon much earlier than in other versions (assuming they did not [[Starter Pokémon|choose]] {{p|Cyndaquil}}), and making a large difference in the availability of Fire types for areas like the {{to|Azalea}} Gym and the [[Sprout Tower]], where Fire types are super-effective. | * Extra grass was added to the route west of [[Violet City]], and in this grass, {{p|Growlithe}} can be caught, allowing players to acquire a {{type|Fire}} Pokémon much earlier than in other versions (assuming they did not [[Starter Pokémon|choose]] {{p|Cyndaquil}}), and making a large difference in the availability of Fire-types for areas like the {{to|Azalea}} Gym and the [[Sprout Tower]], where Fire-types are super-effective. | ||
* The [[Ice Path]] was redesigned with an ice-like appearance. Some of its puzzles were also changed. | * The [[Ice Path]] was redesigned with an ice-like appearance. Some of its puzzles were also changed. | ||
* The [[Burned Tower]] was redesigned on the exterior and interior. The outside was altered to look more liked a burned building rather than a short one (see Burned Tower page for more). | * The [[Burned Tower]] was redesigned on the exterior and interior. The outside was altered to look more liked a burned building rather than a short one (see Burned Tower page for more information). | ||
* [[Lance]]'s room at the [[Indigo Plateau]] was redesigned to have a draconic | * [[Lance]]'s room at the [[Indigo Plateau]] was redesigned to have a draconic appearance, with the statues in the room being replaced with {{p|Dratini}} statues. | ||
* Raikou, Entei, and Suicune have their own special battle music when the player encounters them in the wild, making Crystal the first game to sport special [[legendary Pokémon]] battle music. | * Raikou, Entei, and Suicune have their own special battle music when the player encounters them in the wild, making Crystal the first game to sport special [[legendary Pokémon]] battle music. | ||
* The [[Dragon's Den]] was subtly altered; now the Dragon Shrine is open and some {{m|Headbutt}} trees were added to the back of the Shrine. | * The [[Dragon's Den]] was subtly altered; now the Dragon Shrine is open, and some {{m|Headbutt}} trees were added to the back of the Shrine. | ||
* The [[Goldenrod Department Store]] had a roof area added. | * The [[Goldenrod Department Store]] had a roof area added. | ||
* Pokémon sprites are now animated, a feature that would not be seen again until {{game|Emerald}}. | * Pokémon sprites are now animated, a feature that would not be seen again until {{game|Emerald}}. | ||
* Certain Pokémon, such as {{p|Houndoom}} and {{p|Croconaw}}, were given new sprites; Pokémon like {{p|Sneasel}} and {{p|Suicune}}, which had identical sprites in Gold and Silver, had those sprites refurbished; the W {{p|Unown}} was redesigned (its new design was used in all future games). However, most Pokémon retained their sprites from either Gold or Silver. | * Certain Pokémon, such as {{p|Houndoom}} and {{p|Croconaw}}, were given new sprites; Pokémon like {{p|Sneasel}} and {{p|Suicune}}, which had identical sprites in Gold and Silver, had those sprites refurbished; the W {{p|Unown}} was redesigned (its new design was used in all future games). However, most Pokémon retained their sprites from either Gold or Silver. | ||
* A few Pokémon, such as {{p|Spinarak}}, {{p|Magnemite}} and {{p|Sneasel}} were recolored to more closely match | * A few Pokémon, such as {{p|Spinarak}}, {{p|Magnemite}} and {{p|Sneasel}}, were recolored to more closely match their official artwork. | ||
** {{p|Typhlosion}}, as well as the aforementioned W {{p|Unown}} and several of the aforementioned Pokémon that were redrawn, all have new back sprites. | ** {{p|Typhlosion}}, as well as the aforementioned W {{p|Unown}} and several of the aforementioned Pokémon that were redrawn, all have new back sprites. | ||
* The user interface used during link cable trades was redesigned. Gold and Silver used a simple black on white trading interface that was identical to the one used in the [[Generation I]] games, mainly to retain compatibility with older [[Game Boy]] systems. In Crystal, the menus were revamped with full color on a black background, a design which better suits the capabilities of the Game Boy Color. | * The user interface used during link cable trades was redesigned. Gold and Silver used a simple black on white trading interface that was identical to the one used in the [[Generation I]] games, mainly to retain compatibility with older [[Game Boy]] systems. In Crystal, the menus were revamped with full color on a black background, a design which better suits the capabilities of the Game Boy Color. | ||
* | * A fountain was added to the center of the pond in the [[National Park]]. | ||
* Certain Trainers have their | * Certain Trainers have their dialogue changed. | ||
===Location changes=== | ===Location changes=== | ||
* {{p|Sneasel}} appears in the [[Ice Path]], whereas in Gold and Silver it did not appear until reaching [[Mt. Silver]]. | * {{p|Sneasel}} appears in the [[Ice Path]], whereas in Gold and Silver, it did not appear until reaching [[Mt. Silver]]. | ||
* {{p|Magmar}} no longer appears in the [[Burned Tower]], instead appearing exclusively in Mt. Silver. | * {{p|Magmar}} no longer appears in the [[Burned Tower]], instead appearing exclusively in Mt. Silver. | ||
* Some Trainers were repositioned on the map. | * Some Trainers were repositioned on the map. | ||
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===Gameplay changes=== | ===Gameplay changes=== | ||
* A female [[player character]], {{ga|Kris}}, was introduced, marking the first time | * A female [[player character]], {{ga|Kris}}, was introduced, marking the first time players could choose the gender of their character. | ||
* Another character, [[Eusine]], is added to the game. He is searching for {{p|Suicune}} as well, and will battle [[Player character|the player]] to earn its respect. | * Another character, [[Eusine]], is added to the game. He is searching for {{p|Suicune}} as well, and will battle [[Player character|the player]] to earn its respect. | ||
* Both {{p|Lugia}} and {{p|Ho-Oh}} can be both found in the game; however, they are now both at level 60. Also, Ho-Oh cannot be caught until {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Entei}}, and {{p|Suicune}} are all caught. | * Both {{p|Lugia}} and {{p|Ho-Oh}} can be both found in the game; however, they are now both at level 60. Also, Ho-Oh cannot be caught until {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Entei}}, and {{p|Suicune}} are all caught. | ||
* Changes were made to the [[Ruins of Alph]]. This included more common {{p|Unown}}, as well as a new subplot – completing enough puzzles allows the player to read a secret message left behind by the Unown. It suggests that the Unown were left behind by the ancient civilization that constructed the Ruins of Alph, and that the statues that line the interior were made by those people. | * Changes were made to the [[Ruins of Alph]]. This included more common {{p|Unown}}, as well as a new subplot-– completing enough puzzles allows the player to read a secret message left behind by the Unown. It suggests that the Unown were left behind by the ancient civilization that constructed the Ruins of Alph, and that the statues that line the interior were made by those people. | ||
[[File:CrystalBattle.png|frame|right|Pokémon sprites are now animated.]] | [[File:CrystalBattle.png|frame|right|Pokémon sprites are now animated.]] | ||
* Players can now catch certain Pokémon that were exclusive to either Gold or Silver. For example, {{p|Gligar}} and {{p|Skarmory}} are both catchable in the game but were exclusive to only | * Players can now catch certain Pokémon that were exclusive to either Gold or Silver. For example, {{p|Gligar}} and {{p|Skarmory}} are both catchable in the game, but were exclusive to only Gold and Silver, respectively. | ||
* Previously, Trainers who called on the [[Pokégear#Phone|cell phone]] all said the same | * Previously, Trainers who called on the [[Pokégear#Phone|cell phone]] all said the same phrase, with only the names of the Pokémon they reference changing. Trainers are now given distinct personalities (one talks about shopping, another about grooming), and call for reasons other than battling, such as giving the player items, or informing them of a rare Pokémon appearing (Wade gives the player [[Berry|Berries]], Alan gives them a {{evostone|Fire Stone}}, etc.). | ||
* Suicune, instead of being a side legendary Pokémon, has a prominent role in the game's storyline. The player will constantly find Suicune in various locations throughout Johto. After receiving a [[Clear Bell]] (where in Gold and Silver the {{key|II|Rainbow Wing|Rainbow}} or {{key|II|Silver Wing}} would be obtained instead), the player will have a chance to battle and capture it in the [[Bell Tower|Tin Tower]], and it will not run away. | * Suicune, instead of being a side legendary Pokémon, has a prominent role in the game's storyline. The player will constantly find Suicune in various locations throughout Johto. After receiving a [[Clear Bell]] (where in Gold and Silver, the {{key|II|Rainbow Wing|Rainbow}} or {{key|II|Silver Wing}} would be obtained instead), the player will have a chance to battle and capture it in the [[Bell Tower|Tin Tower]], and it will not run away. | ||
* The [[Buena's Password]] radio show was added, which players can listen to on their [[Pokégear]] and receive points in order to redeem prizes. | * The [[Buena's Password]] radio show was added, which players can listen to on their [[Pokégear]] and receive points in order to redeem prizes. | ||
* The new rooftop area of the [[Goldenrod Department Store]] has occasional sales, which | * The new rooftop area of the [[Goldenrod Department Store]] has occasional sales, which the player is informed about if Camper Todd's number is registered in the [[Pokégear]]. | ||
* The chain of events to obtain the {{badge|Rising}} is altered. Where previously, it involved a trip to the [[Dragon's Den]] to retrieve the [[Dragon Fang]], it now involves entering the Dragon Shrine within the Den. There, [[Clair]]'s grandfather and leader of the dragon-user clan quizzes the player on their style of battling. Clair arrives and still refuses to hand over her Badge after the player passes. In response, her grandfather threatens to tell Lance, of whom Clair is terrified. If all the questions are answered correctly, the player will receive a {{p|Dratini}} that knows {{m|ExtremeSpeed}} upon returning and speaking with Clair's grandfather. | * The chain of events to obtain the {{badge|Rising}} is altered. Where previously, it involved a trip to the [[Dragon's Den]] to retrieve the [[Dragon Fang]], it now involves entering the Dragon Shrine within the Den. There, [[Clair]]'s grandfather and leader of the dragon-user clan quizzes the player on their style of battling. Clair arrives and still refuses to hand over her Badge after the player passes. In response, her grandfather threatens to tell Lance, of whom Clair is terrified. If all the questions are answered correctly, the player will receive a {{p|Dratini}} that knows {{m|ExtremeSpeed}} upon returning and speaking with Clair's grandfather. | ||
* The function to reset the clock from | * The function to reset the clock from Gold and Silver was removed. | ||
* [[Kurt]] can now make multiple Balls from same colored [[Apricorn]]s simultaneously. | * [[Kurt]] can now make multiple Balls from same colored [[Apricorn]]s simultaneously. | ||
* The [[Day-Care Couple|Day-Care Man]] now gives the player an {{DL|Pokémon Egg|Odd Egg}}. | * The [[Day-Care Couple|Day-Care Man]] now gives the player an {{DL|Pokémon Egg|Odd Egg}}. | ||