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The '''Vs. Seeker''' (Japanese: '''バトルサーチャー''' ''Battle Searcher'', named without a period in [[Generation III]] as '''VS Seeker''') is a [[Key Item]] that appears in {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|Pokémon FireRed, LeafGreen|s}}, {{game3|Diamond and Pearl|Diamond, Pearl,|s}} and {{v2|Platinum}}. It is used to battle Trainers that the player has battled previously. | The '''Vs. Seeker''' (Japanese: '''バトルサーチャー''' ''Battle Searcher'', named without a period in [[Generation III]] as '''VS Seeker''') is a [[Key Item]] that appears in {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|Pokémon FireRed, LeafGreen|s}}, {{game3|Diamond and Pearl|Diamond, Pearl,|s}} and {{v2|Platinum}}. It is used to battle Trainers that the player has battled previously. | ||
== | ==Uses of the Vs. Seeker== | ||
[[File:Vs Seeker obtain.png|thumb|left|250px|Explaining the use of the Vs. Seeker]] | [[File:Vs Seeker obtain.png|thumb|left|250px|Explaining the use of the Vs. Seeker]] | ||
===All games=== | ===All games=== | ||
When used, the Vs. Seeker sends out a signal that allows [[Pokémon Trainer]]s to find other Trainers who want a rematch. This signal affects all Trainers that are within the player's view. Once used, the device cannot be used again until it is charged. The player does this by walking a total of 100 steps. The effect on the Trainers wears off either when they have been battled, when the player leaves the [[route]], or when the player walks 100 steps within the route. If the player attempts to use the Vs. Seeker when it is not fully charged, the player will be told how many steps remain for it to function. It should be noted that after using the Vs. Seeker, some Trainers may have higher-leveled Pokémon than the last battle, and their Pokémon may even have evolved. This usually happens when certain events relative to the opponent trainer's location have happened, such as the player beating the region's [[Gym Leader]], but can also happen if events in far-away locations have been triggered, such as beating the [[Elite Four]]. The Vs. Seeker is also unable to be used in buildings or caves, even where previously battled Trainers are present. | When used, the Vs. Seeker sends out a signal that allows [[Pokémon Trainer]]s to find other Trainers who want a rematch. This signal affects all Trainers that are within the player's view. Once used, the device cannot be used again until it is charged. The player does this by walking a total of 100 steps. The effect on the Trainers wears off either when they have been battled, when the player leaves the [[route]], or when the player walks 100 steps within the route. If the player attempts to use the Vs. Seeker when it is not fully charged, the player will be told how many steps remain for it to function. It should be noted that after using the Vs. Seeker, some Trainers may have higher-leveled Pokémon than the last battle, and their Pokémon may even have evolved. This usually happens when certain events relative to the opponent trainer's location have happened, such as the player beating the region's [[Gym Leader]], but can also happen if events in far-away locations have been triggered, such as beating the [[Elite Four]]. The Vs. Seeker is also unable to be used in buildings or caves, even where previously battled Trainers are present. | ||
[[File:Vs Seeker demonstration FRLG.png|thumb|left|{{ga|Red}} uses the Vs. Seeker on {{rt|25|Kanto}}. Three Trainers wish to have a rematch, while two others decline.]] | |||
===Generation III=== | ===Generation III=== | ||
The indication of a rematch is initially a speech bubble above the Trainers' heads with a black double exclamation mark ('''!!'''). After that, the Trainers jump up and down or raise their hands to remind the player post-battle of who wanted a re-match. Trainers that have not been battled previously by the player display a single red exclamation mark ('''<span style="color:#F00">!</span>'''), and do not jump up and down. Trainers that do not wish to battle do not do anything and display a blue bubble containing a white <span style="background:#88F; color:#FFF">'''X'''</span>. | |||
===Generation IV=== | ===Generation IV=== | ||
The indication of a rematch in Generation IV is similar to that of Generation III. The initial reaction is a speech bubble containing a double red exclamation mark (<span style="color:#F00">'''!!'''</span>), and the Trainers rotate in place afterwards. If a Trainer does not want to battle, they will do nothing. | |||
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{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev4|DPPtHGSS}}<br>{{gameabbrev5|BWB2W2}}<br>{{gameabbrev6|XYORAS}}<br>{{gameabbrev7|SMUSUM}}|A device that indicates Trainers who want to battle. Its battery charges while you walk.}} | {{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev4|DPPtHGSS}}<br>{{gameabbrev5|BWB2W2}}<br>{{gameabbrev6|XYORAS}}<br>{{gameabbrev7|SMUSUM}}|A device that indicates Trainers who want to battle. Its battery charges while you walk.}} | ||
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===Acquisition=== | |||
{{ItemAvailability/keyhead|key items}} | |||
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| [[Vermilion City]] (from a girl in the [[Pokémon Center]]) | |||
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| {{rt|207|Sinnoh}} (from {{ga|Lucas}}/{{ga|Dawn}} at the end of {{rt|206|Sinnoh|Cycling Road}}{{sup/4|DP}}/at the entrance to [[Mt. Coronet]]{{sup/4|Pt}}) | |||
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==In the manga== | ==In the manga== | ||
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==In the TCG== | ==In the TCG== | ||
[[File:VSSeekerSupremeVictors140.jpg|200px|thumb|Supreme Victors print of VS Seeker]] | |||
{{main|VS Seeker (EX FireRed & LeafGreen 100)}} | {{main|VS Seeker (EX FireRed & LeafGreen 100)}} | ||
'''VS Seeker''' was introduced as {{TCG|Trainer card}} in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] during the English EX Series (the Japanese ADV Era). First released in the Japanese {{TCG|Flight of Legends}} expansion, it later debuted in English in the {{TCG|EX FireRed & LeafGreen}} expansion, with both prints featuring an illustration by [[K. Utsunomiya]]. This card was [[reprinted card|reprinted]] in the Japanese {{TCG|Beat of the Frontier}} expansion and the English {{TCG|Supreme Victors}} expansion, with a new illustration by [[Wataru Kawahara]]. VS Seeker allows the player to take a {{TCG|Supporter card}} from their discard pile and add it to their hand after showing it to their opponent. | '''VS Seeker''' was introduced as {{TCG|Trainer card}} in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] during the English EX Series (the Japanese ADV Era). First released in the Japanese {{TCG|Flight of Legends}} expansion, it later debuted in English in the {{TCG|EX FireRed & LeafGreen}} expansion, with both prints featuring an illustration by [[K. Utsunomiya]]. This card was [[reprinted card|reprinted]] in the Japanese {{TCG|Beat of the Frontier}} expansion and the English {{TCG|Supreme Victors}} expansion, with a new illustration by [[Wataru Kawahara]]. VS Seeker allows the player to take a {{TCG|Supporter card}} from their discard pile and add it to their hand after showing it to their opponent. | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
* {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Leaf}}, in their Generation III designs, wear them on their [[bag]] straps | * {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Green|Leaf}}, in their Generation III designs, wear them on their [[bag]] straps. | ||
** Red's Vs. Seeker still appears on his Generation IV and [[Generation V]] sprite. | ** Red's Vs. Seeker still appears on his Generation IV and [[Generation V]] sprite. | ||
** In [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]] and [[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]], the {{SSB|Pokémon Trainer}}s also retain their Vs. Seekers, as their designs are based on Red and Leaf. | |||
** In the official artwork, as well as their in-game sprites and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate models, Red's Vs. Seeker is blue and Leaf's is pink. However, standalone artwork depicts it as blue by default, and the in-game bag sprite is blue even when playing as Leaf. | |||
* The [[PokéNav]] and the Vs. Seeker resemble each other somewhat in appearance, and both serve the purpose of allowing players to rechallenge Trainers they previously battled. | * The [[PokéNav]] and the Vs. Seeker resemble each other somewhat in appearance, and both serve the purpose of allowing players to rechallenge Trainers they previously battled. | ||
* Using the Vs. Seeker does not temporarily lower the volume of any current background music, such as [[Cynthia]]'s theme, when playing the [[Piano]] in the [[Villa]] of {{game|Platinum}}. | * Using the Vs. Seeker does not temporarily lower the volume of any current background music, such as [[Cynthia]]'s theme, when playing the [[Piano]] in the [[Villa]] of {{game|Platinum}}. | ||