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Learn about the Contest feature in Pokémon Platinum. This guide covers how to participate, the different categories, and strategies to win.

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Learn about the Contest feature in Pokémon Platinum. This guide covers how to participate, the different categories, and strategies to win.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Accessing Contests: Contests are held in the Contest Hall in Hearthome City.
  2. 2
    Categories: There are five categories: Cool, Beauty, Cute, Smart, and Tough. Your Pokémon's stats (Sheen, Coolness, Beauty, Cuteness, Smartness, Toughness) determine its suitability for each category.
  3. 3
    Ranks: There are four ranks: Normal, Super, Hyper, and Master. You must win the previous rank to unlock the next.
  4. 4
    Gameplay: During a contest, you select moves that appeal to the judges and the audience. Moves have different effects depending on the turn and the Pokémon's condition.
  5. 5
    Appealing to Judges: Use moves that match the contest category. Some moves can also increase your Pokémon's appeal or make opponents nervous.
  6. 6
    Turn Order: Your Pokémon's Speed stat influences turn order. Going earlier can be advantageous, but sometimes going later allows you to react to other Pokémon's moves.
  7. 7
    Scoring: Points are awarded based on successful appeals, how well your Pokémon's condition matches the category, and how many Pokémon you've out-appealed.
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    Winning: The Pokémon with the highest appeal at the end of the contest wins.
Tips
  • Feed your Pokémon Poffins to increase their stats (Sheen, Coolness, Beauty, Cuteness, Smartness, Toughness). The type of Poffin and its quality will affect the stat increase.
  • Use moves that boost your Pokémon's condition in the relevant category. For example, use moves like 'Flamethrower' for Coolness or 'Psychic' for Smartness.
  • Pay attention to the judge's comments and the audience's reaction to gauge your performance.
  • Consider the type of moves your Pokémon knows. Moves that don't fit the category might lower your appeal.
  • Ribbons: Winning a Master Rank contest in each category awards your Pokémon a Ribbon.

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