Unlocking the Golems: A Comprehensive Guide to Obtaining the Regi Trio in Pokémon Platinum
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Yes, you can get the three Regis – Regirock, Regice, and Registeel – in Pokémon Platinum, but there’s a significant catch. You can’t catch them directly in the Platinum version itself. Instead, you need to transfer them from Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald on the Game Boy Advance (GBA). Platinum requires these Regis to unlock Regigigas.
Obtaining the Regi Trio for Platinum
The primary method for acquiring the Regi trio in Pokémon Platinum involves transferring them from the GBA games. Here’s a breakdown of the process:
1. Catching the Regis in Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald:
First and foremost, you need copies of Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald. Catching the Regis in these games requires a specific sequence of actions:
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Acquire Wailord and Relicanth: These two Pokémon are crucial for unlocking the Regi chambers. Wailord evolves from Wailmer, which can be fished up using a Super Rod. Relicanth can be found underwater in specific dive spots.
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Solve the Puzzle in Pacifidlog Town: Visit the house near Pacifidlog Town. The man inside tells you of a legend, which gives you hints about the Regis.
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Navigate to Route 134: This route is filled with underwater currents. Use Dive to find the entrance to the Sealed Chamber.
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Unlocking the Regi Chambers: With Wailord in the first slot and Relicanth in the last slot of your party, interact with the braille tablet in the Sealed Chamber. This will trigger earthquakes, opening the entrances to the Regi chambers scattered across the Hoenn region.
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Regirock’s Chamber (Desert Ruins): Located in the desert on Route 111. The puzzle involves standing next to the braille and using Rock Smash.
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Regice’s Chamber (Island Cave): Found on Route 105. The puzzle requires you to wait patiently for two minutes without moving.
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Registeel’s Chamber (Ancient Tomb): Located on Route 120. Fly to Route 120, head west, and use Surf in the pool of water. The puzzle involves standing in the center of the room and using Fly.
2. Migrating Pokémon to Platinum:
Once you’ve captured Regirock, Regice, and Registeel in your GBA game, you’ll need to migrate them to Pokémon Platinum. Keep in mind that you need two DS systems to do this.
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Dual Slot Mode: Ensure your DS or DS Lite can use “Dual Slot Mode.” This mode allows the DS to read GBA cartridges inserted into the GBA slot.
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Pal Park: In Pokémon Platinum, progress to the point where you unlock the Pal Park. This facility is located on Route 221, accessible after obtaining the National Pokédex.
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Migrate from GBA: In the main menu of Pokémon Platinum, a “Migrate from [GBA Game Name]” option will appear. Select this to initiate the transfer.
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Choose Pokémon to Transfer: Select up to six Pokémon from your GBA game to transfer to Platinum. Note that this process is one-way; once Pokémon are migrated, they cannot be returned to the GBA game.
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Catching in Pal Park: Once transferred, head to Pal Park in Platinum. You’ll need to “catch” your migrated Pokémon within the park using special Park Balls. These balls guarantee a catch, so don’t worry about failing.
3. Unlocking Regigigas:
With the Regi trio now residing in your Pokémon Platinum game, you can finally unlock Regigigas.
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Snowpoint Temple: Head to Snowpoint City and navigate to the Snowpoint Temple. You’ll need to have defeated the Elite Four and obtained the National Pokédex to access the deepest parts of the temple.
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Regigigas’ Chamber: Descend to the lowest floor of Snowpoint Temple. With Regirock, Regice, and Registeel in your party, Regigigas will awaken and you can battle it.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some common questions related to obtaining the Regi trio and Regigigas in Pokémon Platinum:
1. Can you catch Regirock, Regice, and Registeel directly in Pokémon Platinum?
No, Regirock, Regice, and Registeel cannot be caught in Pokémon Platinum without transferring them from a GBA game.
2. Why is it necessary to transfer the Regis to get Regigigas in Platinum?
Regigigas requires the presence of the Regi trio in your party to awaken and become battleable in Snowpoint Temple.
3. What happens if I don’t have the Regi trio from the GBA games?
Without the Regi trio, Regigigas will remain dormant in Snowpoint Temple and cannot be battled or caught.
4. Can I use Pokémon Diamond or Pearl to transfer the Regis to Platinum?
Yes, you can transfer the Regis to Pokémon Diamond or Pearl using the same migration process as described for Platinum. Then you can trade the Regis from Diamond or Pearl to Platinum.
5. Is it possible to trade for the Regi trio instead of catching them myself?
Yes, you can trade with other players to obtain the Regi trio, but ensure they were legitimately caught to avoid any potential issues.
6. What level are the Regis when caught in Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald?
The Regis are around level 40 when encountered in Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald.
7. Does the level of the Regi trio affect Regigigas’ appearance in Platinum?
No, the level of the Regi trio does not affect Regigigas’ appearance. Their mere presence in your party is sufficient.
8. Is there a specific order in which the Regi trio must be placed in my party to encounter Regigigas?
No, the order of the Regi trio in your party doesn’t matter. As long as all three are present, Regigigas will awaken.
9. What level is Regigigas in Pokémon Platinum?
Regigigas is at level 70 in Pokémon Platinum.
10. Is Regigigas hard to catch in Pokémon Platinum?
Regigigas can be a challenging catch due to its high level and powerful moves. Bring Pokémon with status inflicting moves like Sleep or Paralysis to increase your chances.
11. Can I shiny hunt Regigigas in Pokémon Platinum?
Yes, you can shiny hunt Regigigas in Pokémon Platinum. Save before interacting with it, and if it’s not shiny, reset your game and try again.
12. Are there any differences between Regigigas in Diamond/Pearl and Platinum?
Regigigas functions the same way in Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum, requiring the presence of the Regi trio to be awakened.
13. Is there an alternative way to get Regigigas without the GBA games?
Without transferring from GBA games or trading, the only alternative would be to use cheating devices or methods, which are not recommended.
14. What are Regigigas’ abilities and moves in Pokémon Platinum?
Regigigas has the ability Slow Start, which halves its Attack and Speed stats for the first five turns it’s in battle. Its moveset will vary but typically includes powerful moves like Crush Grip, Confuse Ray, and Revenge.
15. What is the significance of the Regis and Regigigas in Pokémon lore?
The Regis are ancient Pokémon created by Regigigas, who is said to have moved continents with ropes. They represent the Stone, Ice, and Steel Ages. Regigigas plays a significant role in Pokémon lore as a powerful and ancient being.
In conclusion, while directly catching the Regi trio in Pokémon Platinum isn’t possible, transferring them from the GBA games unlocks the opportunity to encounter and catch Regigigas. This process highlights the interconnectedness of the Pokémon games and the rewards for exploring different titles in the series. Remember that games and simulations, in general, have a great impact on learning, and you can learn more about these impacts on the Games Learning Society website: GamesLearningSociety.org.