Pokémon Emerald Version Timeline ( Real )

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September 16, 2004

Pokémon Emerald Version Released in Japan

Pokémon Emerald Version, an enhanced edition of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, was officially released in Japan for the Game Boy Advance.

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May 1, 2005

Pokémon Emerald Version Released in North America

The game was launched in North America on the Game Boy Advance, offering players new features like the Battle Frontier and expanded storyline.

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October 21, 2005

Pokémon Emerald Version Released in Europe

European players received Pokémon Emerald Version on the Game Boy Advance, continuing the popular series with new content and features.

Pokémon Emerald Version Timeline ( Fictional )

beginning
Spring, Year 1

Player begins journey in Littleroot Town

The player starts their adventure as a Pokémon Trainer in Littleroot Town, receiving their first Pokémon and setting out to explore the Hoenn region.

progression
Spring to Summer, Year 1

Defeat of Gym Leaders and collection of Gym Badges

The player challenges and defeats the eight Gym Leaders across Hoenn, earning badges that prove their skill and progress.

conflict
Summer, Year 1

Confrontation with Team Aqua and Team Magma

The player encounters and foils the plans of the rival teams, Team Aqua and Team Magma, who seek to awaken legendary Pokémon to change the world's balance.

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Late Summer, Year 1

Awakening of Legendary Pokémon Kyogre and Groudon

As Team Aqua and Team Magma's schemes unfold, the legendary Pokémon Kyogre and Groudon awaken and clash, threatening widespread disruption.

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Late Summer, Year 1

Intervention and calming by Rayquaza

The legendary Pokémon Rayquaza descends from the sky to quell the conflict between Kyogre and Groudon, restoring balance to Hoenn.

climax
Autumn, Year 1

Challenge of the Pokémon League at the Indigo Plateau

Having collected all gym badges, the player challenges the Elite Four and the Champion at the Pokémon League, aiming to become Hoenn Champion.

conclusion
Autumn, Year 1

Player becomes Champion of Hoenn

Successfully defeating the Pokémon League, the player earns the title of Champion, marking the culmination of their journey.

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Winter, Year 1

Post-League Legendary Encounters and Wrapping up of Rivalries

With the main story complete, the player has the opportunity to encounter additional legendary Pokémon and resolve lingering challenges.