For the first time ever, these three Legendary Pokémon, originally discovered inPokémon Red, Pokémon Blue and Pokémon Yellow, will be distributed with Hidden Abilities to owners of Pokémon Omega Ruby, Pokémon Alpha Sapphire, Pokémon Xand Pokémon Y video games.

Fans can request a code from staff in stores at Smyths Toys to receive one of either Articuno, Zapdos or Moltres, selected at random, from 22 March until 11 April.*

Alongside the special distribution, Smyths Toys Superstores will have the latest must-have Pokémon merchandise, including the upcoming Pokémon TCG: Red & Blue Collection—Charizard-EX, a wide selection of Pokémon toys from Tomy, TCG collector tins and the video games Pokémon Omega Ruby, Pokémon Alpha Sapphire,Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon and the upcoming package version of Pokémon Rumble World. There will also be copies of the highly anticipated Pokkén Tournament** available to purchase whilst stocks last.

To top it all off, there will be the opportunity for some fans to meet and greet Pikachu. The Pokémon will be making a guest appearance at key stores across the UK. Please visit www.SmythsToys.com for all dates and additional information.

Be sure to visit Pokemon.co.uk/20 for more information about Pokémon 20, Train On projects and join the conversation using #Pokemon20 on social media. Pokémon. Twenty Years. Train On.^TM

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*A Pokémon Omega Ruby, Pokémon Alpha Sapphire , Pokémon X or Pokémon Ygame, Nintendo 3DS or 2DS system and an internet connection are required to receive Articuno, Zapdos or Moltres. One redemption only per code and in-store collection only for a limited period between 22 March and 11 April 2016. Game is in 2D. Some areas also available in 3D. Use parental controls.

**Pokkén Tournament is available exclusively for Wii U.

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About Pokémon
The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world. For more information, visit Pokemon.co.uk.

About Smyths Toys Superstores
Smyths Toys currently trade from almost 90 stores across the UK and Ireland, with plans to open a further 10 to 15 stores this year. Bursting with fun and excitement, the leading retailer’s stores offer a massive range of toys, from dolls and action figures to baby products, video games and board games. Smyths Toys stock all the top toy brands and pride themselves on offering the most competitive prices on the best possible selection of products