July 7th, 2017 - You can now create a topic from the index! Do to this, click the pencil next to the forum or subforum name.
July 11th Welcome to more small, yet cool updates! - You can now filter threads by prefix in the forum you're browsing. This will make finding which threads you're looking for much easier. We've also visually updated some prefixes because some of the old ones were ugly. - You can now easily access site preferences and toggles by clicking Preferences from your user bar!
August 1st - I would like you all to welcome @TheIllusionFox as our latest moderator. He will be moderating Ultra Sun & Moon, Sun & Moon and Pokémon General. Give him your congrats and support him in his new role.
August 3rd - ClefairyKid has stepped down from the staff team. We wish her the best and thank her for her time.
August 4th - Team Valor members can now receive an EXCLUSIVE PokéBall that has a much higher capture rate. To receive it, go to the PokéBalls store and click purchase. The item is free, but you still need to checkout. https://lakevalor.net/dbtech-shop/pokéballs.10/shop EDIT: Due to a bug, you've now been automatically awarded one into your account.
August 5th -Almost all Kanto Region Pokémon are now able to be found on Lake Valor! Along with Kanto, those with Alolan counterparts can all be found! So keep on catching Pokémon everyone and good luck on finding them all! Legendary Pokémon will be added at a later date, more details will come soon about them!
August 6th - Users can now purchase the special treasures designed for the Summer Scramble event in July. Click here to check them out and purchase! - All Team Valor members have been given the Crown of Valor for free.
August 7th - You can now change the nickname of any of your Pokémon by going to your profile and clicking the pencil icon by their name! - We've fixed two major exploits that allowed users to retain their Poké Balls even after failure to capture. If you notice any more bugs or problems, please let us know. The preferable way is to post in the announcement thread for the wild Pokémon, however making a new thread in the Safari Zone will do too! Thanks.
August 9th - Posting in the Game Corner has been temporarily disabled until we fix a critical bug relating to the levelling up of Pokémon.
August 10th - Posting is back on in the Game Corner after fixing a critical bug. - You can no longer level up Pokémon in the Game Corner, as intended from the very start. - Fixed a bug where Jolteon evolved into Bulbasaur. - Ability to turn off the Pokémon Catcher is under your preferences.
August 13th The theme known as Lake Valor has returned! This theme features black transparency against our own original background designed by Deltheor. Note this theme isn't an exact replica of the previous and is mostly based around Palette Town, but since it was heavily requested we hope you'll enjoy.
August 13th 2017 The create forums have received a slight revamp! Creative Corner is now called Creative Zone. Portfolio is now called Art Corner. You are no longer limited to one thread in the Art Corner forum; you may post separate threads for separate galleries. New prefixes have been added to distinguish your topics. Refer to the new Art Corner rules for further information. Have fun!
August 15th - LV's Adoptables system has now been removed, as have the adoptables. Users who requested one received their refunds. - Custom Adoptable owners have been given their custom adoptable which they may keep indefinitely. Now! Go out there and capture your own Pokémon. Unlike adoptables you can nickname, level up and even evolve your Pokémon so you guys will have a lot of fun! More updates and additions coming soon. - We've fixed the user upgrades shop error but unfortunately we've had to remove the ability to auto-customise your posts and change your user title text temporarily until we can find a fix.
16 August 2017 :: Deltheor is no longer on the staff team right now. We are very grateful for his work with us, and wish him the best in his future endeavours. :: We do have some good news, though; we have two new moderators to join us: Hraesvelgr and Vigilance! Hraesvelgr will be overseeing the Safari Zone, the Game Corner, and Roleplay Institute, and Vigilance will look after Q&A and Video Games. Be sure to congratulate them and give your full support!
August 20th 2017 - As you explore and post around LV you might find yourself getting a special message from our resident Azelf! Who knows, Azelf might even have some special tips and hints to give to you.
August 20th 2017 - After a short burst of availability, Legendary Eggs have become less common. Good luck finding and hatching your eggs! - There's something else in the air... something new. What could it be?
August 24th 2017 - The Battle Store has returned, now featuring monthly deals with rare, unique and cheaper than usual items. This month, all three types of PokéBall are on sale for half price, but you have to use Battle Points (earned in Valor Battle) to buy them! Click here to check it out.
August 24th -I would like to welcome @Skullbash to the Social Crew team! They are going to be posting on our Facebook page so be sure to follow the Lake Valor Facebook to see the upcoming posts!
28 August 2017 :: @MayhemMcKoi is now part of the Social Crew on Lake Valor! MayhemMcKoi will be helping to run LV's Facebook page; be sure to congratulate her and wish the best of luck for the new position!
August 28th 2017 - We've removed the Team Valor user colour. We extended the duration of it for almost the entire month (opposed to the planned 2 weeks) since we've had trouble getting the Valor Ball working. We're currently swamped with bugs, so we appreciate your patience!