Yesterday, Kotaku’s Patricia Hernandez posted an article discussing one of Pokemon X & Y’s unreleased Pokemon Hoopa, and the new role that this still unreleased yet hackable Pokemon plays in Pokemon Omega Ruby / Alpha Sapphire. Thanks Patricia!
When Pokemon X & Y released, three Pokemon who were not present in the game were revealed via hacks: Diancie, Volcanion, and Hoopa. Diancie would later be released via GameStop distribution events, yet while Volcanion and Hoopa remain unreleased officially, certain hacks allow gamers to unlock them in X & Y. Volcanion is cool, but it is Hoopa who is truly fascinating, with its presence in Omega Ruby / Alpha Sapphire unlocking a special event that allows it to achieve a new and terrifying form that is not related to Mega Evolutions.
Hoopa’s original form
When Hoopa is present in Omega Ruby / Alpha Sapphire, a special NPC appears in certain Pokemarts to tell you a spooky story and offer you a “prison bottle,” which allows Hoopa to change its form into the very awesome Pokemon seen at the top of the article. Youtuber Sleepy Jirachi posted this helpful video showing off this NPC encounter, as well as Hoopa in its new, very cool form performing its ultimate move “Hyperspace Fury:”
What’s really interesting is the way Hoopa fits in with the lore of Pokemon Omega Ruby / Alpha Sapphire. When you finish the game, you access portals to legendaries by entering portals, or rings, three of which can be found every day:
A portal with a legendary Pokemon inside
Now take into account a conversation you can have with an NPC in Pokemon X & Y if you have Hoopa in your party:
“No way! Could that be the Mythical Pokémon Hoopa that you have there with you?” Options: Yes | No
No: “Oh, I was mistaken? Sorry about that…”
Yes: “Whoaaa! I can’t believe it’s true! See, I travel around the world, trying to solve its many mysteries. I’ve been researching supernatural events that have occurred over the last 100 years. One thing I’ve found is that the Mythical Pokémon Hoopa is connected to many of these strange events! I’ve also managed to come across some information about the mysterious power that Hoopa appears to wield. So, without further ado, I’d like to share my findings with you! After all, you’re actually traveling with Hoopa–the very subject of my research!” Options: Its mysterious rings | The secret of its lair | Its deeds and exploits | Nothing
Its mysterious rings: “It’s said that Hoopa can use the power of the three rings it adorns itself with to move objects about as it pleases… That’s not all! I’ve also heard that when Hoopa unleashes its full power, the size of the rings can grow up to multiple miles in length! With such massive rings, apparently it can transport even entire islands!”
The secret of its lair: “It’s said that Hoopa’s lair is overflowing with the objects and treasures it nabbed over the years, claiming them for its own. Rumor has it that there are mountains of gold and silver treasures that it took from ancient kings and wealthy land barons. I hear that Hoopa’s lair is in an oasis in the desert, but no one’s been able to find the place!”
Its deeds and exploits: “There’s a tale about an organization that tried to manipulate Hoopa’s power for their own benefit. After a while, certain objects that belonged to the organization mysteriously began to disappear. Everything from weapons and vehicles to money… It all began to vanish one by one. The organization got scared and decided to hole up inside of their headquarters. Once they did, things stopped disappearing! Just like that! Relieved that it was finally over, the organization finally decided to step outside. It was then that they discovered their headquarters had been transported wholesale to somewhere in the middle of a desert! Terrified of what they had unleashed, the organization promptly disbanded.”
“Whether Hoopa becomes a trustworthy partner or ends up bringing about great misfortune depends entirely on the Trainer. I hope you don’t forget that. I think Hoopa’ll turn out right as rain with you at its side, though! You look like a Trainer who knows how to take care of his Pokémon and treat ’em right. Well, I hope you end up having lots of fine adventures with Hoopa! Have fun!”
“It’s said that Hoopa can use the power of the three rings it adorns itself with to move objects about as it pleases,” and there are three rings on your map in Pokemon Omega Ruby / Alpha Sapphire per day. What’s more, considering Hoopa’s “island moving” abilities, it could stand to reason that it is responsible for manipulating the landscape of Omega Ruby / Alpha Sapphire’s archipelago.
What’s a shame is that there is as of yet no official release for the Pokemon Hoopa, but with this much hidden content in X & Y and ORAS, it seems plausible that it wasn’t put there merely for hackers to find.
What do you think about Hoopa? Does it make you excited for a possible official release of this highly powerful Pokemon? Let us know in the comments.
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