I just received my copy today! I pre-ordered the book a few weeks before the game was released and it was released a few days ago.
The Review:
The cover sleeve is partly glossy, partly matte, overall metallic featuring the Kalos region map inside it. Its hard cover, 416 pages of pure no-sleep-whole-night reading pleasure. Theres a screen wiper and a kalos map region poster included with type comparison behind the poster. Though no pokedex (released later in december) but there are lots more info inside like npcs and hidden items (require dowsing machine). They also released maps like previous guidebook, it smells like a library book (lol) and overall fits nicely in your hand (sized like an iPad). Do consider getting it if you have extra cash lying around. Hehe.
The Content:
The book contains guides through battling gym leaders, Pokémon distribution throughout the routes of Kalos, Elite Four, terrain maps, hidden items, and many more. The book also distinguish which Pokémon is available in a certain area so you will be prepared to battle and encounter rare Pokémons and won't miss the chance to capture it!
The Conclusion:
For a die-hard PokéFan like me, I'd highly recommend anyone who's planning to play the game to its maximum potential to buy the guidebook. The game itself are already entertaining as much without the guidebook but with it you can bet it's gonna be much more fun!
Owned a copy of the book yourself? Share with me your opinion down below!
*Matsuo Amon has signed off*
