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Character Customization Guide - Version 4 vs Version 5
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11Overview22Character customization in Pokemon Pokopia lets players personalize their Ditto's human form with hairstyles, hair colors, skin tones, clothing, full outfits, accessories, and emotes. Since the player character is Ditto disguised in a humanoid shape based on its former trainer's appearance, every cosmetic option features subtle "drip effects" that reflect Ditto's gloopy, transformative nature. There are no gender restrictions on any customization options, meaning every hairstyle, outfit, and clothing piece is available to every player.44The only permanent decision you make is choosing your Ditto's name at the start of the game. Everything else, from face color and hair to outfits and accessories, can be changed freely at any time by visiting a Mirror or similar customization station.66How to Change Your Appearance88To access the customization menu, interact with any item that has a mirror surface. This includes wall-mounted mirrors, freestanding mirrors, wardrobes, and dressing tables. When you press A in front of one of these items, the full customization screen opens. After making changes, press the Plus button to confirm and save.1010Your first opportunity to change your appearance comes during character creation, where you pick a starting hairstyle, hair color, and skin tone. After that, you need a mirror. Here is where to find one early:1313Free mirror in Withered Wasteland: Head to the dilapidated room east of the Withered Wasteland Pokemon Center. Use Rock Smash to clear the rubble blocking the entrance. Inside, you will find a free freestanding mirror (and the Ninja Outfit Human Record). Press Y to pick up the mirror, then place it anywhere you like.PC Shop purchase: Buy a Large Mirror from the PC Shop for 50 Life Coins. Available at any rebuilt Pokemon Center.Workbench crafting: Craft a mirror at a Workbench using Glass and Wood materials.1515Wardrobes and dressing tables also function as customization stations. If you find one in the world or place one in your home, you can change your appearance without a standalone mirror.1717Face and Skin Tones1919Players can choose from 10 skin tone options, labeled Default plus Skin Color 1 through 9. These range from light to dark, providing a broad spectrum of natural tones. All 10 options are available from the start and can be changed at any mirror.2121The default facial appearance uses Ditto's characteristic simple features: beady dot eyes and a small smile. Players can also choose more detailed facial structures that mimic the look of a former human trainer for a more realistic appearance. Regardless of which face style you pick, the Ditto drip effects remain visible on the character model.2323Hairstyles2525Seven hairstyles are available from the beginning of the game. Three additional hairstyles are unlocked by finding specific Human Records in the overworld and on Dream Islands. Even more hairstyles can be unlocked through additional Dream Island records, bringing the total to at least 13 confirmed styles. All hairstyles incorporate Ditto's characteristic drip effects, giving the hair a slightly gloopy, sticky quality.2727Starting Hairstyles2929HairstyleDescriptionShortClose-cropped basic hairstylePigtailsTwo pigtails on either sideBunsHair gathered into rounded bunsTwo-Block CutUndercut with longer topBraided PigtailsTwo braided pigtailsLocsDreadlock-style hairstyleShavedFully shaved head3131Unlockable Hairstyles3232Additional hairstyles are found as Human Records scattered throughout the game world and Dream Islands. Each one references a classic Pokemon character.3434HairstyleHuman RecordLocationReferencePartedThis Year's Top Trend!Clifftop ledge near windmill, Withered WastelandGeneral trendMermaidUnmasking the True Misty!Cave where Onix is found, Withered WastelandMisty, Cerulean City Gym LeaderLong BangsDELUXE Alola! (February Issue)Dream IslandsGladion, rival from Pokemon Sun/MoonFluffyAlola! (January Issue)Dream IslandsAcerola, Pokemon Sun/MoonCurlyGym Leader Monthly (June Issue)Dream IslandsBede, Pokemon Sword/ShieldLocs (unlockable)Angler Monthly (Special Edition)Dream IslandsFishing-themed styleSidesweptNew Bark Bulletin (February)Dream IslandsJohto-inspired styleSimpleSaffron City Press ReleaseDream IslandsSaffron City referenceWinged PigtailsAngler Monthly (Special Edition)Volcanic Dream Island (via Drifloon)Unique Dream Island style3636For a full breakdown of hairstyles and hair colors, see the dedicated Hairstyles and Hair Colors page.3737Hair Colors3939All 28 hair color options are available from the start of the game. The color spectrum covers natural shades like black, brown, blonde, red, gray, and white, as well as lively options including blues, purples, greens, and pinks. Colors appear as numbered swatches in the customization menu and can be changed freely at any mirror at no cost.4141Clothing Basics4343Beyond full outfits, players can customize five individual clothing categories. Each category starts with 2 base designs (except shoes, which have 1), and each design comes in 8 color variants: Black, Blue, Purple, Yellow, Green, Red, Pink, and Cyan.4545CategoryStarting DesignsColor VariantsTops2 base designs8 colors eachPants2 base designs8 colors eachHeadwear2 hat styles8 colors eachBags2 bag types8 colors eachShoes (Familiar Sneakers)1 design8 colors each4747Individual clothing pieces can be mixed and matched freely to create custom looks. Equipping a full outfit from a Human Record overrides your individual clothing choices with the complete outfit set. You can switch back to mix-and-match pieces at any time through the mirror menu.4848Hats, bags, and shoes function independently of whether you wear a full outfit or separate top and pants. This means you can pair a hat from your starting collection with an unlocked outfit, or wear the Sailor Hat with the Ninja Top if you like.5050Outfits from Human Records51+Outfits From Human Records5252Full outfits are discovered through Human Records, collectible lore items that appear as glowing books with yellow sparkles on the ground. Walking up to a Human Record and pressing A collects it. You are given the option to wear the outfit immediately upon discovery; if you decline, it is saved to your wardrobe for later.5454Most outfits come as a complete set including a top, pants, and shoes. Some also include headwear. Each outfit references a classic Pokemon character or trainer class from the Kanto region and beyond. For a complete list of every outfit, where to find it, and what pieces it includes, see List of All Outfits and Clothing.5656Story Area Outfits5858These outfits are found in the main story areas and can be collected as you progress through the game:6060OutfitAreaLocationReferenceFamiliar OutfitStartingGiven at game beginning (two variants)Default appearanceNinja OutfitWithered WastelandDilapidated home east of the Pokemon CenterKoga and Janine, Fuchsia City GymRanger OutfitBleak BeachNear the Pokemon CenterLt. SurgeSailor OutfitBleak BeachAboard the SS Anne shipSailor trainer classSuper Nerd OutfitRocky RidgesNear the train tracks in the minesSuper Nerd trainer classRock-Solid OutfitRocky RidgesNear Chef Dente's kitchenBrock, Pewter City Gym LeaderPsychic Master OutfitSparkling SkylandsMain platform near Celadon Dept. StoreSabrina, Saffron City Gym LeaderBlack Belt OutfitSparkling SkylandsNear the elevator repair area (Alakazam quest)Black Belt trainer classTeam Rocket OutfitSparkling SkylandsGame Corner on the furthest islandTeam Rocket organization6363Dream Island Outfits6464Many outfits are exclusive to Dream Islands. Since Dream Islands are randomized and you can only access one per day, collecting all Dream Island outfits takes time. Check every building and cave on each Dream Island you visit.6666OutfitHuman RecordReferencePokemon Center OutfitCareer Monthly (Vol. 111)Pokemon Center staffBird Keeper OutfitBird Pokemon Monthly (Anniv. Issue)Bird Keeper trainer classSightseer OutfitAlola! (May Issue)Sightseer NPC from Sun/MoonRoughneck OutfitPocket World Weekly #38Roughneck trainer classProfessor OutfitPoke TV (July Issue)Pokemon ProfessorRed OutfitPokeWeek (Issue 122)Red, protagonist of Gen ICool OutfitGym Leader Monthly (March Issue)Gym Leader inspiredFresh OutfitIsland Monthly (May Issue)Tropical island styleRascal OutfitPocket World Weekly #18Youngster trainer classCozy OutfitPokemon Breeder Monthly #37Pokemon BreederChic OutfitInformation WantedFashionable styleSport OutfitArcheology Magazine #12Athletic style6868Ditto's Transformations6969While using Pokemon abilities, Ditto usually maintains its humanoid form but alters specific body parts. For example, arms become plant stems when using Leafage. However, certain moves cause Ditto to fully transform into a Pokemon form:7171MoveDitto Transforms IntoSurfLaprasGlideDragoniteGenerate (electricity)MagnemiteRock Smash (boulders)Graveler7373These transformations are purely visual and are not affected by your clothing or customization choices. Your outfit returns to normal once the transformation ends.7474Item Customization and Painting7676Beyond character appearance, Pokopia also has an item customization and painting system. After recruiting Smearguru in Bleak Beach, you can repaint placed furniture, building exteriors, and blocks using colored dyes. Dyes are produced by giving berries to any Pokemon with the Crush specialty. You can also apply decorative patterns through Smearguru's follower mode.7878Peculiar Patterns are special collectibles found exclusively on Dream Islands. There are 9 Peculiar Patterns in total, and bringing them to Smearguru unlocks additional pattern options for item painting.8080Photo Mode8282Photo Mode lets you capture screenshots showing your current outfit and surroundings. Access it by pressing the Minus button on Joy-Con or through the Pokedex menu.8484ControlFunctionMinus buttonOpen Photo ModeX buttonToggle between normal photo and selfie modeD-Pad DownChange Ditto's poseD-Pad Left/RightChange facial expressionsD-Pad UpCharacters look at cameraZL / ZRZoom out / Zoom inPlus buttonOpen frames and filters menu8686Special "Photo Ops" moments trigger alerts during gameplay. Capturing them unlocks new frames for customizing future photos. On Cloud Islands (multiplayer), all players can pose together with their individual outfits visible for group photos.8787Emotes8989Emotes are gestures and expressions your character can perform. They are unlocked through two methods: collecting specific Human Records and talking to Pokemon with speech bubbles above their heads. Open the emote wheel by pressing Down on the D-pad, then use the Left Joystick to scroll and A to confirm. Players can customize up to three emote wheels.9191Default emotes available from the start include Celebrate, Cry, Shocked, Beckon, Bow, and Sleepy. Additional emotes like Greetings, Point Here, Goodbye, Smile, Thinking, and Clap are unlocked through Human Records. Angry, Proud, and Despair are unlocked by talking to specific Pokemon.9393For full emote details and unlock locations, see Human Records and Emotes.9595Character References and Easter Eggs9797Many customization options reference classic Pokemon characters. Data mining by PLDH confirmed that players can recreate several iconic looks by mixing and matching clothing pieces and hairstyles:9999Blue (FireRed/LeafGreen): Clothing options matching Blue's rival outfit from the Gen III remakes.Misty: The Mermaid hairstyle matches Misty's signature side ponytail, and you can strike her pose in Photo Mode.Sun and Moon Sightseer NPC: A hairstyle and outfit combination resembling the tourist NPC from Gen VII.Brock: The Rock-Solid Outfit directly references Pewter City's Gym Leader.Koga and Janine: The Ninja Outfit references the Fuchsia City Gym Leaders.Sabrina: The Psychic Master Outfit references Saffron City's Gym Leader, found near the Celadon-inspired area.Team Rocket: The Team Rocket Outfit is found at the iconic Game Corner front in Sparkling Skylands.101101Tips and Tricks103103Grab the free mirror and Ninja Outfit in the dilapidated room east of the Withered Wasteland Pokemon Center as early as possible. Use Rock Smash to clear the rubble.Buy a second mirror from the PC Shop (50 Life Coins) or craft one with Glass and Wood at your Workbench. Having mirrors in multiple locations saves travel time.Wardrobes and dressing tables also function as customization stations, so placing one in your main base gives you quick access.Human Records glow with yellow sparkles and are easy to spot. When you find one, you can wear the outfit immediately or save it for later.All hairstyles and clothing options are available to all characters with no gender restrictions.Use Photo Mode (Minus button) to show outfits. Switch to selfie mode with X and try different poses with the D-Pad.Mix individual clothing pieces for custom looks. Equipping a full Human Record outfit overrides your individual choices, but you can switch back at any time.Explore Dream Islands thoroughly. Many exclusive outfits and hairstyles are only found there, and since you can only visit one per day, it pays to search every corner.Photograph your favorite outfit combinations and save them. The game stores photos in the "Memories" category for easy reference.
