Pokémon Colosseum Timeline ( Real )

announcement
May 27, 1999

Announcement of Pokémon Colosseum

The game Pokémon Colosseum was officially announced by Nintendo and Game Freak, creating anticipation among fans for the new role-playing game in the Pokémon series.

release
November 21, 2003

Release of Pokémon Colosseum in Japan

Pokémon Colosseum was released for the Nintendo GameCube in Japan, marking its initial availability to the public.

release
March 22, 2004

Release of Pokémon Colosseum in North America

Pokémon Colosseum became available to North American players, expanding its audience significantly.

release
August 27, 2004

Release of Pokémon Colosseum in Europe

The European release of Pokémon Colosseum allowed fans across Europe to purchase and play the game.

digital_release
December 6, 2016

Release of Pokémon Colosseum on the Nintendo eShop

Pokémon Colosseum was made available for digital download on the Wii and Wii U Virtual Console via the Nintendo eShop, enabling a new generation to experience the game.

Pokémon Colosseum Timeline ( Fictional )

organization_event
Years before game start

Shadow Pokémon Program Initiation

Cipher initiates the Shadow Pokémon program, corrupting Pokémon into ruthless fighters.

character_event
Years before game start

Gabriela Becomes Cipher Admin

Gabriela rises to power within Cipher, overseeing the Shadow Pokémon program.

incident
Months before game start

Clawitzer Incident on Mt. Battle

Clawitzer accidentally triggers the Shadow Pokémon crisis on Mt. Battle, escalating Cipher's plans.

character_event
Shortly before game start

Protagonist Meets Wes

Wes, an ex-Cipher agent, is kidnapped and falls into a coma after attempting to rescue Shadow Pokémon.

game_start
Day 1

Player Starts Journey in Phenac City

The player begins their quest to save Shadow Pokémon and thwart Cipher’s plans.

major_battle
Early game

Capture of Shadow Lugia (Eclipse)

Player captures Shadow Lugia from Cipher’s control, a pivotal moment in combating the Shadow Pokémon program.

major_event
Mid game

Confrontation at Cipher HQ

Player infiltrates Cipher HQ to rescue Shadow Pokémon and confront Gabriela.

character_event
Mid game

Gabriela Escapes and Plans Revenge

After defeat, Gabriela escapes, vowing to continue her Shadow Pokémon activities.

character_event
Late game

Wes Awakens from Coma

Wes recovers and assists the player in dismantling Cipher together.

climax
Endgame

Final Battle Against Cipher Admins

Player battles the remaining Cipher leaders to end the Shadow Pokémon threat.

resolution
Endgame

Restoration of Shadow Pokémon

Player uses the Snag Machine and other means to purify Shadow Pokémon and return them to normal.