Pokémon Fluorite Version (GBA) – Story-driven Hoenn-inspired ROM Hack with Gen I–VI Pokémon and Team Aqua/Magma conflict
Game Information
Hack Name: Pokemon Fluorite
Original Game (ROM Base): Pokémon Emerald
Hack Status: Beta 3
Language: English
Content: Story-driven ROM hack featuring a new region (Regma Region), expanded Pokémon roster (Gen I–VI selections), modern mechanics like Physical/Special split, reusable TMs, and a reworked main storyline involving Team Aqua and Team Magma.
Table Of Contents
About This ROM Hack
Pokémon Fluorite is a remake of the original Fluorite, crafted with inspiration from Pokémon Emerald. This hack focuses on creating a more balanced level curve and an improved gameplay experience by integrating elements from previous hacks. The game introduces new mechanics and features, while maintaining the essence of the original storyline.
The game is set four years after the events of Pokémon Emerald, where Team Aqua and Team Magma are no longer active in the Hoenn region. However, rumors about their return spread across the region. As the story progresses, the player becomes involved with a new organization, the Regma Rangers, whose mission is to stop these two teams from causing chaos in the Regma Region.
Story Overview
The story of Pokémon Fluorite takes place approximately four years after Pokémon Emerald. Team Aqua and Team Magma no longer exist... in Hoenn.All throughout the Hoenn region, rumors about Team Aqua and Magma spread. However, no one believes them, since they're just rumors.
The story starts showing Team Aqua, amidst a thunderstorm, announcing their plans for the region. Shortly after, a very similar scene occurs in another town, showing Team Magma, with similar intentions, but actually using Groudon.
Two years before that, a scene is shown of a player, a then 13-year-old, receiving his/her first Pokémon, an abandoned Aipom, from a daycare. Fast-forward a year later, the player is now living peacefully in his/her hometown of Tentrem Town. His/her mom asks him/her to pick up some groceries at the Pokémart of Angel City, 2 routes, 1 town, and one forest away. Having an Aipom should make that task very easy. However, along the way, the player not only stops a robbery, but also encounters a weird man that gives him/her a Pokédex, and meets up with a strange organization that calls itself "Team Magma." Once the player returns home to give his/her mom the groceries, a group of teenage kids enters the house and asks him/her if he/she wants to join an organization called the "Regma Rangers", whose goal is to stop Team Aqua and Team Magma, due to them being a threat to the region. After some convincing, the player accepts.
Through the player's quest of becoming a Pokémon Master and defeating every gym in the diverse Regma Region, he/she also has to carry out missions against Team Aqua and Team Magma, and end up teleporting, getting arrested, and even sent to another region.
Since these events take place throughout the year before the Team Aqua and Team Magma scenes that first started the game, how will it eventually get to that point? How will Team Magma get Groudon, Team Aqua Kyogre, what will come out of it, and how will the player stop it from happening?
Key Features
- New Region (Regma): A fresh region with over 16 towns and cities, offering an expansive map for exploration.
- Pokémon from Generations I-VI: Selected Pokémon from Gen I-VI are available, adding a diverse range to the Pokédex.
- Updated Sprites: Updated sprites for Pokémon and trainers (coming soon).
- Physical/Special Split: The Gen IV physical/special split is implemented, allowing for more strategic battles.
- Controllable Boats: Players can now control boats for navigation, adding a new dimension to travel.
- Reusable TMs: TMs can be used as many times as needed.
- New Moves & Abilities: New moves and abilities from future generations are included.
- A Whole New Story: The hack features an original story and updated events for a fresh experience.
- Running Indoors: The ability to run indoors has been added.
- Decapitalization: The game uses decapitalized text for a more natural feel.
Known Bugs & Issues
- Beta Version Limitation: As of Beta 1, the game ends after Ivy Cave.
- Incomplete Features: Some features are still under development or are planned for later updates.
- Potential Sprite Glitches: Certain sprites may still appear out of place or incorrectly during specific battle animations.
Screenshots
Download Links
Beta 3: MediafireDeveloper Information
Developer / Team: Danny0317
Source & References
Official Thread / Website: Pokecommunity
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How far does the Beta 1 of Pokémon Fluorite go?A: Beta 1 ends after Ivy Cave, with the rest of the story still in development.
Q: What new gameplay elements does Pokémon Fluorite introduce?
A: Some new gameplay features include controllable boats, the physical/special split, and the ability to reuse TMs.
Q: Is the story connected to Pokémon Emerald?
A: Yes, the story takes place four years after the events of Pokémon Emerald, and it features references to past events in the Hoenn region.
Q: Will the hack receive regular updates?
A: Yes, Danny0317 is committed to updating the hack regularly, with new features and content being added as the development progresses.
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