

In the Pokémon anime and manga, the Poké Ball seal and ball capsule allows the
Pokémon to get a fancy entrance, it is mainly used in contests but can be
bought and used for fun. Is there any explanation of how these work?

Here is a complete Poké Ball with capsule and seal:

[![enter image description
here](https://i.stack.imgur.com/ndNiQ.png)](https://i.stack.imgur.com/ndNiQ.png)

Here you see Dawn choosing the seal she wants:

[![enter image description
here](https://i.stack.imgur.com/1mY33.png)](https://i.stack.imgur.com/1mY33.png)


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How do Poké Ball capsule and seals work?


There is no canon information on how they work so far, but I've always thought
that it was something to do with light manipulation. If a pokemon is released
from a pokeball then there is a bright glow that is also emitted at the same
time. The ball capsule alone has been seen used without a seal and the release
is normal. I believe that is because the light was able to pass through the
ball capsule without being impeded by a seal.

However when a seal is used the light has to travel through the seal on the
way out and therefore takes on the appearance designated by the seal, similar
to how holograms are theorized to work. This effect fades when the pokemon
appears because that when the light usually fades. As I said though this is
all theory and personal opinion. Hope this helps.


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