"X was a Pokémon Trainer child prodigy. He hated being in the spotlight, so he took to hiding in his room and avoiding everyone--including his best friend Y. But now a surprise attack has brought X out of hiding! Now it's up to X to use the skills that made him champion to defeat the threat looming over Vaniville Town. Can the reclusive X and the determined Y help their friends ward off two Legendary Pokémon and the mysterious Team Flare?!"--Provided by publisher.

"Original Japanese edition published by Shogakukan."--Colophon. "Pocket Monsters Specials vols. 55-56."--Colophon. Reads from right to left.