The talent competitions in previous Pokémon games may have all just been warm-ups for full-scale musical productions, judging from some Japanese TV footage that contains new venues and actual Pokémon from "Pokémon Black" and "White." The scenes, which appeared on the show "Oha Suta," up the ante with costumes and props, as well as a spotlight during Poké-performances.
An evolved Minizumi called Miruhoggu, a deer named Shikijika and an unnamed stork appear in the video as well, according to the Japanese-literate analysis on Serebii.net. Additionally, it looks like the new team name has been confirmed to be "Plasma."
The only phrase I understood in the entire video was "Pokémon Musical," which must be the name of the new stage contest, so feel free to chime in if you pick up on any additional tidbits. The 3-D maps continue to be a huge step up from past core installments in the franchise, though the kids in the hexagons have reaffirmed my fear of rabid young Pokémon players and the near-limitless energy they tend to harbor.
Do you like the new Pokémon that have been added for "Black" and "White"? What's your take on "Pokémon Musical"? Share your reactions in the comment section below.