This guide covers all aspects of Pokémon Contests in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl, including how to win, best Pokémon, and moves to use.
This guide covers all aspects of Pokémon Contests in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl, including how to win, best Pokémon, and moves to use.
Walkthrough
- 1Contest Halls: Located in Hearthome City, Jubilife City, and Verdanturf Town.
- 2Contest Ranks: Normal, Super, Hyper, and Master.
- 3Contest Categories: Cool, Beauty, Cute, Smart, and Tough.
- 4Gameplay: Players choose a Pokémon and a set of moves to use in the contest. The goal is to impress the judges by using moves that match the contest's category and by performing well in the turn-based competition.
- 5Judging: Judges score Pokémon based on their moves' appeal, condition, and how well they perform in the competition.
- 6Winning: Winning a contest earns ribbons and can unlock special items or Pokémon.
Tips
- Pokémon Condition: Feed your Pokémon Poffins to boost their condition in each category.
- Move Appeal: Choose moves that match the contest category and have high appeal.
- Turn Order: Strategize your move order to maximize appeal and minimize penalties.
- Special Moves: Some Pokémon have unique moves that can be very effective in contests.
- Ribbons: Collect all the ribbons for each category and rank to unlock special rewards.
Winning contests awards Ribbons, which can be displayed on your Pokémon. Higher ranks and categories yield more prestigious Ribbons. Completing all contests can unlock special items or even Pokémon.
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