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{{ExplorersOfSkyTitle}} contains numerous '''Differences from {{Pkmn|Explorers of Time and Darkness}}''', along with a plethora of quality of life improvements gives several additional contents that is not present in the paired games. Because of this, it is sometimes referenced as the Definitive edition of the ''Explorers'' games by fans.

==Opening==
A new opening intro featuring a new longer song, the then-brand-new inclusion of {{ExplorersOfSky|Shaymin}} and shots of the Special Episodes replaces the old one.

==Main Menu==
The Main Menu has more content than before such as new backgrounds and more listed below.

===Wonder Mail S===
Wonder Mail in the game is now replaced with '''Wonder Mail S'''. It is due to the presence of Specialized Items that are not present in the paired games such as {{ExplorersOfSky|Lookalike Item}}s.

===Episode List===
'''{{ExplorersOfSky|Special Episode}}s''' are unlocked after completing specific chapters throughout the main game. They focus on stories based on {{ExplorersOfSky|Character}}s the player meets during the Main Story.

===Change Windows===
Five new window styles options are available in '''Change Windows'''.

===Send Demo Dungeon===
'''Demo Dungeons''' is a new option that can send a demo of the game on another nearby Nintendo DS. '''Send Demo Dungeon'''

===Sky Jukebox===
The '''{{ExplorersOfSky|Sky Jukebox}}''' is an option that can be unlocked after completing {{ExplorersOfSky|Sky Peak Mountain Path}}. It shows all 141 soundtracks present from the ''Explorers'' games and can play songs while the Nintendo DS is closed.

==Gameplay==
Multiple adjustments were made to the gameplay. This includes balancing a few {{ExplorersOfSky|Bosses and Special Enemies|Boss Pokémon}}, rewritten dialogue, readjusted cutscenes, and more listed below:

===Main Story===
There is now an image shown in the background based on what will happen in a chapter from the Main Story.

===Saves===
Saving is now faster than before and can let the player choose either "Don't Save" or "Save and Return to Top Menu".

===Recruitment===
When the player recruits a Pokémon and their team is full, the game will let the player choose if he or she would like to send the new recruit back to {{ExplorersOfSky|Wigglytuff's Guild}} instead of doing it automatically. The same option goes for escort missions.

===Jobs===
Job requests can now be taken from a bottle on the {{ExplorersOfSky|Beach}} or from a Pokémon inside Spinda's Café. Outlaws' AI was greatly improved; they can now be located inside a Monster House or may run away from the player when found. Their reaction is hinted at by the title and description of the job.

==Locations==
During the Main Story, a new location is added to the east part of {{ExplorersOfSky|Treasure Town}}, called '''{{ExplorersOfSky|Spinda's Café}}'''.

Numerous dungeons were included in the game after completing the Main Story. This includes a new Epilogue dungeon followed with a new location called '''{{ExplorersOfSky|Shaymin Village}}''' or more extra dungeons. It also brings back dungeons that were previously unlocked through a Wonder Mail Code or from a job request.

===Dungeons===
'''{{ExplorersOfSky|Secret Bazaar}}s''' are introduced for the first time to the player; they appear in a {{ExplorersOfSky|hidden stairs tile}} found from a random location of a dungeon.

If the player or the partner Pokémon are defeated during the Main Story, they will lose half of the {{ExplorersOfSky|Poké}} they held instead of all of them. This will only happen to the player after completing it.

The graphics for Hidden Land's rest area were changed.<ref>https://twitter.com/RebelliousTreek/status/1903166896155005306</ref>

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Explorers of Sky - Differences from Time and Darkness Hidden Land rest area.png
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=={{ExplorersOfSky|Item}}s==
Items that were exclusive to either one of the paired games are all back to the game.

===New Items===
Items that have not appeared previously such as the {{ExplorersOfSky|Sky Gift}} or the {{ExplorersOfSky|Space Globe}} were introduced in the game.

{| class="wikitable"
! rowspan="2" |Sprite
! colspan="2" |{{ExplorersOfSky|Item}}s
! rowspan="2" |Description
|-
!English
!Japanese
|-
! colspan="4" |Miscellaneous
|-
![[File:Explorers of Sky - Gracidea.png]]
|グラシデアのはな
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Gracidea}}
|A beautiful flower that blooms on Sky Peak and in the Shaymin Village.<br>Using it on Shaymin causes a Forme change from Land Forme to Sky Forme.
|-
![[File:Explorers of Sky - Sky Gift.png]]
|そらのおくりもの
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Sky Gift}}
|
|-
![[File:Explorers of Sky - IQ Booster.png]]
|IQアッパー
|{{ExplorersOfSky|IQ Booster}}
|
|-
![[File:Explorers of Sky - Prize Ticket.png]]
|クジびきけん
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Prize Ticket}}
|If you take this Prize Ticket to Wynaut at the Recycle Shop, you can trade it for a chance to win Big Treasure.
|-
![[File:Explorers of Sky - Silver Ticket.png]]
|シルバークジ 
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Silver Ticket}}
|If you take this Silver Ticket to Wynaut at the Recycle Shop, you can trade it for a chance to win Big Treasure.
|-
![[File:Explorers of Sky - Gold Ticket.png]]
|ゴールドクジ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Gold Ticket}}
|If you take this Gold Ticket to Wynaut at the Recycle Shop, you can trade it for a chance to win Big Treasure.
|-
![[File:Explorers of Sky - Prism Ticket.png]]
|ビクトリークジ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Prism Ticket}}
|If you take this Prism Ticket to Wynaut at the Recycle Shop, you can trade it for a chance to win Big Treasure.
|}

===Lookalike Items===
'''{{ExplorersOfSky|Lookalike Item}}s''' are first introduced to the player in {{ExplorersOfSky|Drenched Bluff}}. They share the same texture and name as selected common items such as {{ExplorersOfSky|Oran Berry}}, however, their effects are the opposite of them.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
! rowspan="2" |Sprite
! colspan="2" |{{ExplorersOfSky|Lookalike Item}}s
! rowspan="2" |Description
|-
!English
!Japanese
|-
! colspan="4" |Equipment
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Glasses 2.png]]
|みおとしメガネ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Y-Ray Specs}}
|When the leader is holding this, items and enemies won't appear on the map.<br>If anyone else holds this, they will be affected by the Blinker status.<br>It looks a lot like the X-Ray Specs, so be careful not to confuse them!
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Scarf.png]]
|くっつくずきん
|{{ExplorersOfSky|No-Slip Cap}}
|While are you holding this, occasionally items in your Treasure Bag will become sticky.<br>It looks a lot like the No-Stick Cap, so be careful not to confuse them!
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Glasses 2.png]]
|ばっちりメガネ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Gaggle Specs}}
|A held item makes the Pokémon stand out, making it easier to hit by enemies.<br>It looks a lot like the Goggle Specs, so be careful not to confuse them!
|-
! colspan="4" |Projectiles
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Geo Pebble.png]]
|ゴローソのいし
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Gravelyrock}}
|The Gravelyrock is very hard, rock-like candy. When eaten, it somewhat fills the Pokémon's Belly.<br>It permanently raises the IQ of a team member.<br>It only affects Bonsly and Sudowoodo. It is a Lookalike Item for Gravelerock, so be sure to check carefully before using it!
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Gravelerock.png]]
|なしのつぶて
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Gone Pebble}}
|This item has a nostalgic feel and causes the user to bring to mind a dearly held memory.<br>When this item is used, tears begin to well up, and the user sobs and switches to Enduring status.<br>A Lookalike Item for Geo Pebble.
|-
! colspan="4" |Berries
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Oran Berry.png]]
|オレソのみ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Oren Berry}}
|A food item that deals damage. It also somewhat fills the {{ExplorersOfSky|Pokémon}}'s {{Pkmn|Belly}}.<br>It is a Lookalike Item for the {{ExplorersOfSky|Oran Berry}}, so be careful!
|-
! colspan="4" |Seeds
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Seed.png]]
|ぷっかつのタネ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Reviser Seed}}
|An item that revives a fainted Pokémon...right? And after reviving? It becomes a Plain Seed after use.<br>It can only be used by a Pokémon that knows the Item Master IQ Skill.<br>It is a Lookalike Item for the Reviver Seed, so be careful!
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Seed.png]]
|じゃあなのタネ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Via Seed}}
|A food item that causes the user to say, "See ya!" and warp elsewhere on the floor.<br>It also slightly fills the Pokémon's Belly. It is a Lookalike Item for the Vile Seed, so be careful!
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Seed.png]]
|すいみんぐのタネ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Slip Seed}}
|A food item that gives the Slip status, where it is possible to walk on water.<br>It also somewhat fills the Pokémon's Belly.<br>It is a Lookalike Item for the Sleep Seed, but you'll be pleasantly surprised when you make a mistake on this one!
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Seed.png]]
|ふごうのタネ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Dough Seed}}
|A food item that makes more Poké appear on the next floor. It also somewhat fills the Pokémon's Belly.<br>It is a Lookalike Item for the Doom Seed, but this is one mistake you'll be very happy to make!
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Seed.png]]
|めくすぐりのタネ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Dropeye Seed}}
|A food item that gives the Dropeye status, where the immediate surrounding area will be dark, even in rooms.<br>It also somewhat fills the Pokémon's Belly.<br>It is a Lookalike Item for the Eyedrop Seed.
|-
! colspan="4" |Drinks
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Health Drink.png]]
|ピーピーマッスグ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Mix Elixir}}
|A drink that restores the PP of all moves, but only for Linoone. It also slightly fills the Pokémon's Belly.<br>It is a Lookalike Item for the Max Elixir.<br>Remember, it can only be used on Linoone, so be careful!
|-
! colspan="4" |Gummis
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Wonder Gummi.png]]
|ふしぎなゴミ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Wander Gummi}}
|When used, this item causes the user eyes to become gunky, and the user gets Blinker status.<br>A Lookalike Item for Wonder Gummi, so be careful!
|}

==Pokémon==
Pokémon who were exclusive to one of the paired games before are all back with their respective dungeons locations. The player does not require to use a Wonder Mail anymore.

===Personality Test===
Before the {{ExplorersOfSky|Personality Test}}, when the game asks the player if he has played one of the paired games then answers with yes, some dungeon Pokémon will have their recruitment rate raised. Some of the {{ExplorersOfSkyC|Hero|starter}} and {{ExplorersOfSkyC|partner}} Pokémon can now start with an Egg Move.

During the personality test, the player can choose five additional Pokémon in the list, both as a player or partner Pokémon. However, selected veterans are either available as a partner Pokémon only or are restricted to a specific gender.
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! rowspan="2" |Sprite
! colspan="2" |{{ExplorersOfSky|Pokémon}}
! rowspan="2" |Notes
|-
!English
!Japanese
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Vulpix.png]]
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Vulpix}}
|ロコン
|Appears as a new female player or partner Pokémon.
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Meowth.png]]
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Meowth}}
|ニャース
|Returns as a partner Pokémon only.
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Eevee.png]]
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Eevee}}
|イーブイ
|Returns as a female player or partner Pokémon from the ''[[Rescue Team]]'' games.
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Phanpy.png]]
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Phanpy}}
|ゴマゾウ
|Appears as a new male player or partner Pokémon.
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Skitty.png]]
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Skitty}}
|エネコ
|Returns as a female only player or partner Pokémon.
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Shinx.png]]
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Shinx}}
|コリンク
|Appears as a new male player or partner Pokémon.
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Munchlax.png]]
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Munchlax}}
|ゴンベ
|Returns as a partner Pokémon only.
|-
![[File:Explorers TD - Riolu.png]]
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Riolu}}
|リオル
|Appears as a new male player or partner Pokémon.
|-
|}

===New Pokémon===
While {{ExplorersOfSky|Giratina}} appeared only in his Altered form, his Origin form, Shaymin and Arceus were not revealed in the main series during the time of the paired game's release. They were later added in the game after their reveal in the main series' game ''Pokémon Platinum'' with only Arceus being cut from the game and appearing as a statue.
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! rowspan="2" |Sprite
! colspan="2" |{{ExplorersOfSky|Pokémon}}
! rowspan="2" |{{ExplorersOfSky|Location}}s
|-
!English
!Japanese
|-
![[File:Explorers of Sky - Shaymin (Land Forme).png]]
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Shaymin}}
|シェイミ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Sky Peak Mountain Path}}
|-
![[File:Explorers of Sky - Giratina (Origin Forme).png]]
|{{ExplorersOfSky|Giratina}}<br><small><sup>Origin form</sup></small>
|ギラティナ
|{{ExplorersOfSky|World Abyss}}
|}

==Returning from past games==
A few of the new content added to the sister game originated from other ''Mystery Dungeon'' titles, including early ''Shiren the Wanderer'' titles.

==={{Shiren2Title}}===
* Lookalike items are brought back for certain items.

==See Also==
{{Explorers of Sky Gameplay Elements Navbox}}

==References==
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[[Category:Explorers of Sky Gameplay Elements]]