A new feature added to HG&SS is making Aprishakes from Apricorns... Similar to Poffins and Pokeblock in previous games, but instead of enhancing contest stat appeal, it enhances Pokethon stats. (Lower)

Different Colored Apricorns increase different stats. (They also have different flavors, so be careful...)


Blue Apricorn Increases Technique; Dry Flavor
Green Apricorn Increases Jump; Bitter Flavor
Pink Apricorn Increases Speed; Sweet Flavor
Red Apricorn Increases Power; Spicy Flavor
Yellow Apricorn Increases Stamina; Sour Flavor
Black Apricorn Increases All Stats slightly; No Flavor
White Apricorn Increases All Stats slightly; No Flavor

Pokethon is another feature added on in the 4th gen. remake. It's like a mini Olympics for your Pokemon: they can participate in various games with NPCs or your friends via WiFi. They can in the following events;

Dash Hurdles

Stats Used: Speed, Jump


Bounce Field

Stats Used: Technique, Jump


Ring Match

Stats Used: Power, Stamina


Snowball Fight

Stats Used: Power, Technique


Relay Race

Stats Used: Speed, Stamina


Brick Break

Stats Used: Power, Stamina


Push Circle

Stats Used: Power, Speed


Capture the Flag

Stats Used: Technique, Speed


Frizbee Toss

Stats Used: Jump, Power


Soccer

Stats Used: Technique, Power


Rewards are handed out daily for the top 3 places... and they vary day by day. They usually consist of another Apricorn, A stat enhancing item (HP Up, Carbos, ext.) and/or Evolution-related items.