Showbiz Basics: Pokemon Contest Spectaculars 2

Learn the ins and outs of Pokémon Contests in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire, from choosing the right moves to mastering the Talent Round and winning Master Ranks!

Hey there! Ready to dive into the glitz and glamour of Pokémon Contests in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire? It's a totally different vibe from battling in the Pokémon League, but super rewarding once you get the hang of it. Let's break down how to become a Contest Superstar!

Where to Go:

First things first, you'll want to head to the Contest Hall. Inside, you can chat with the receptionists. The one on the left is for playing with friends (multiplayer), and the other is for going solo in single-player Contests. Easy peasy!

Contest Types & Stats:

When you pick a Contest, you'll choose from five types: Cool, Beautiful, Tough, Clever, and Cute. Each of these matches up with a specific Contest stat your Pokémon has, and also with the types of moves your Pokémon can use. Your Pokémon's base stat for the chosen type is super important for the first round, and matching your move types to the Contest type really helps in the second round.

Boosting Stats:

Want to give your Pokémon an edge? You can whip up some Pokéblocks by using the Berry Blender and then feed them to your Pokémon to boost those Contest stats. The move type matchups, though? That's all on you to figure out!

Choosing Your Difficulty:

After picking the Contest type, you'll get to choose the difficulty. There are four ranks: Normal, Super, Hyper, and Master. You have to beat them in order – so, Normal first, then Super, then Hyper, and finally Master. Once you unlock a rank, any Pokémon can enter, which is a nice change from the older games!

The Rounds:

Introduction Round: This is the chillest round. It's all about your Pokémon's main Contest stat for that category. The higher the stat, the better your Pokémon will appeal to the judges here.

Talent Round: This is where the real action is! You'll be using your Pokémon's moves to show off their appeal. Each move has a Contest type and sometimes a special effect, and using these effects strategically is key. You'll have five turns to impress the judges.

Contest Results:

After the Talent Round wraps up, all the appeals from both rounds are added up. The Pokémon with the highest total appeal wins the Contest! Keep practicing, and you'll be racking up wins in no time.