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Starting The Teal Mask DLC in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
The Teal Mask DLC is the first part of the Hidden Treasure of Area Zero expansion for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, offering a new storyline, new Pokémon, and exciting activities set in the land of Kitakami. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate and make the most out of this DLC.
Accessing The Teal Mask DLC
To start The Teal Mask DLC, ensure you have the necessary update and DLC content installed. Once you've downloaded the DLC, you can access it by following these steps:
- Load your game: Start your Pokémon Scarlet or Violet game.
- Receive the invitation: You will receive an invitation to join a school trip to Kitakami, which marks the beginning of the DLC.
Level Scaling and Preparation
The Teal Mask DLC features level scaling that matches your progress in the main campaign. If you've completed the main story, the wild Pokémon and trainer battles will range from Level 50 to over Level 70. If you're just starting out, the levels will be between Level 10 and 30. It's crucial to check the levels by battling a wild Pokémon as soon as you arrive in Kitakami to avoid entering battles you're not prepared for.
Exploring Kitakami and the Main Story
Kitakami and the School Trip
The DLC takes place in Kitakami, where you'll embark on a school trip supervised by Ms. Briar from Blueberry Academy. Your home base will be in Mossui Town, and you'll work closely with Carmine and her younger brother, Kieran.
The Loyal Three and Local Folklore
You'll learn about the local folklore concerning the Loyal Three: Okidogi, Munkidori, and Fezandipiti. These Pokémon are central to the story and will be key to solving the mysteries of Kitakami.
Key Quests and Battles
- Fixing the Teal Mask: You'll need to gather rare minerals, such as the Crystal Cluster, to fix the Teal Mask. This involves climbing Oni Mountain to reach the Crystal Pool and battling Milotic.
- Battling Carmine and Kieran: You'll face Carmine and Kieran in several battles, including a final battle against Kieran at Loyalty Plaza. Ensure you have a well-rounded team and use the right strategies to exploit their Pokémon's weaknesses.
New Activities and Features
Ogre Oustin' Minigame
The Ogre Oustin' minigame allows you to ride around and pop ogre-shaped balloons to collect berries and earn rewards. This activity can be played solo or with up to three other players online or locally. Rewards include Mochi, which can increase your Pokémon's base stats, and Fresh-Start Mochi, which resets a Pokémon's base stats to zero.
Photography with Perrin
You'll meet Perrin, a young photographer, who will ask you to take photographs of specific Pokémon in the Timeless Woods area. This activity is similar to Pokémon Snap and offers a new way to engage with the game's world.
Post-Story Activities and Secrets
Additional Outfits and Items
After completing the main story, you can obtain new outfits and items:
- New Outfits: Talk to the old lady in the community center to receive two new outfits.
- Paldea Clothing Shops: Visit the clothing shops in Paldea to find exclusive DLC items like the ghost backpack and Greavard beanie.
Side Quests and Rewards
- The Glitterati Rich Couple: Interact with Billy and O'Nare to start a long quest that rewards you with 1 million dollars and a Glitterati phone case.
- Balloon Minigame: Participate in the balloon minigame to earn rewards like Mochi to reset EVs, Choice Bands, and other valuable items.
- Ogre Clan Battles: Engage in battles with Ogre Clan team members for rewards like Choice Bands and Gold Bottle Caps.
Emotes and Interactions
- Community Center Emotes: Talk to the nurse outside the community center multiple times to unlock new emotes.
- Festival Walkway Emotes: Find the NPC in the festival walkway to unlock additional selfie poses.
- Tandemaus Emotes: Show a Tandemaus to a couple behind the community center to receive more emotes.
By following this guide, you'll be well-equipped to navigate the new story, activities, and secrets of The Teal Mask DLC in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.