'Pokémon Sun and Moon' news: Guide to acquiring Mega Stones revealed

"Pokémon Sun and Moon" players now have the chance to acquire Mega Stones via a special code. YouTube/The Official Pokemon YouTube Channel

"Pokémon Sun and Moon" players now have the chance to power up their pocket monsters. That is because the highly anticipated Mega Stones are finally available. Here is how to acquire them.

According to official "Pokémon" site, the "Pokémon Sun and Moon" stones can be acquired via a free code. It is worth noting that previously, these stones were unavailable for reasons Nintendo has not disclosed. These are required to allow Heracross, Pidgeot, Houndoom and Steelix to Mega Evolve in various battles.

To select the items in "Pokémon Sun and Moon," players will simply have to go to the Mystery Gift option on the menu screen. From there, they will have to choose to receive the Mega Stones using a code. Input "AZUL" as the password and pick up the four stones directly from the delivery man inside any Pokémon Center in either of the games.

Mega Stones were first introduced in "Pokémon X and Y." Its purpose was to allow certain Pokémon to reach Mega Evolution when needed. But in order to do so, these creatures had to be equipped with the right stones only. Doing so gave them significant enhancements, ranging from increased stats to new abilities to varied elemental upgrades. Simply put, the stones allowed them to beat opponents as quickly as possible.

GameSpot noted that in "Pokémon Sun and Moon," Mega Evolutions were initially replaced with Z-Moves. Interestingly, players still have the chance to acquire the Mega Stones soon after the main story is completed. It should be noted, however, that not all of these stones can be obtained; hence, Nintendo distributed the remaining ones at various events and via the Mystery Gift feature.

In related news, "Pokémon Sun and Moon" players were given the opportunity to own Midnight Form Lycanroc. It became available on May 15. Interested players will have to utilize a certain serial code from GameStop stores around the United States.

News
Danny Kruger: Britain should be 'confidently Christian'
Danny Kruger: Britain should be 'confidently Christian'

Reform MP Danny Kruger has spoken of the need for Britain to once more assert itself as a  country with a long and rich Christian Heritage.

400 girls 'missing' thanks to sex-selective abortions
400 girls 'missing' thanks to sex-selective abortions

Sex selective abortions appear to be taking place within the Indian community, data suggests.

Community pantries mark a million visits as new research highlights impact on food insecurity
Community pantries mark a million visits as new research highlights impact on food insecurity

Community pantries across the UK have recorded their one millionth visit, as new research suggests the membership-based food model is helping thousands of households reduce food insecurity, cut costs and prevent them from falling into extreme hardship.

Christmas was a mix of joy and hostility for Christians in India
Christmas was a mix of joy and hostility for Christians in India

India has witnessed a blend of joyful Christmas celebrations in many parts of the country, alongside reports of hate, hostility, and attacks on Christians this season, particularly in northern and central regions.