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'''Suicune''' (Japanese: '''スイクン''' ''Suikun'') is a {{type|Water}} [[legendary Pokémon]].  
'''Suicune''' (Japanese: '''スイクン''' ''Suicune'') is a {{type|Water}} [[legendary Pokémon]].  


It is not known to [[Evolution|evolve]] into or from any other Pokémon.  
It is not known to [[Evolution|evolve]] into or from any other Pokémon.  
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|ja=スイクン ''Suikun''|jameaning=From {{tt|水 ''sui''|water}}, {{tt|水晶 ''suishō''|crystal}},  and {{tt|君 ''kun''|monarch}}
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|fr=Suicune|frmeaning=Same as Japanese name
|fr=Suicune|frmeaning=Same as Japanese name
|es=Suicune|esmeaning=Same as Japanese name
|es=Suicune|esmeaning=Same as Japanese name

Revision as of 06:52, 22 May 2013

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This article is about the species. For a specific instance of this species, see Suicune (disambiguation).
Suicune
スイクン Suicune
#245
245Suicune.png
Art by Ken Sugimori from HeartGold and SoulSilver
Type
Water Unknown
Category
Aurora Pokémon
Abilities
Pressure Water Absorb
Hidden Ability
Exp. at Lv. 100
1,250,000
Regional Pokédex numbers
Johto
#245
Hoenn
#380
Regional Browser numbers
Fiore
R-204
Oblivia
R-249
Height
6'07"
Imperial
2.0 m
Metric
Weight
412.3 lbs.
Imperial
187.0 kg
Metric
Dex color
Blue
Catch rate
3 (0.4%)
Body style
Body08.png BodyUnknown.png
Blue-Striped
Footprint
 F245.png   F487O.png
Blue-Striped
Gender ratio
Gender unknown
Breeding
Undiscovered group 81 cycles
(20655 minimum steps)
EV yield
HP
0
Atk
0
Def
1
Sp.Atk
0
Sp.Def
2
Speed
0
Base Exp.: 215 Battle Exp.: 2151*

Suicune (Japanese: スイクン Suicune) is a Water-type legendary Pokémon.

It is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon.

Along with Raikou and Entei, it is one of the legendary beasts created by Ho-Oh after the burning of the Brass Tower. Of the three legendary beasts, Suicune is said to represent the rains that quenched the flames of the burning Brass Tower.

Suicune is pursued in the anime, manga, Pokémon Crystal, and Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver by Eusine.

Suicune is the version mascot of Pokémon Crystal, appearing on the boxart.

Biology

Physiology

Suicune is an elegant, slim, blue mammal-like Pokémon with white diamond-shaped spots and a white underside. Suicune has a purple, cape-like mane that resembles a northern aurora (Aurora Borealis) or a flowing river and two white streamer-like tails. It has a long, white snout, and unlike Entei or Raikou, its teeth are blunt, as if those of an herbivore. It has a hexagonal, aquamarine-colored crest on its forehead that resembles the antlers of a Qilin or slightly altered female sign, red irises, a protrusion on the underside of its chin, and small paws. Its paws have a small white oval on their underside.

Gender differences

Suicune is a genderless species but it is referred as a male in Pokémon Adventures.

Special abilities

Suicune has the power to purify dirty water and can walk across water. Northern winds always seem to blow wherever it shows up. Because Suicune is the embodiment of the north wind, it is able to learn and use almost every attack with relation to the wind such as Gust, Icy Wind, Blizzard, and even Tailwind. Suicune, like the other legendary beasts, is extremely fast. It also sports limited mental powers.

As noted in Pokémon Crystal, Suicune is said to be the closest of the legendary beasts to Ho-Oh. It is also said to have a link to the Unown.

Behavior

In the anime, Suicune has shown a heroic, serious and calm nature to dangerous situations and has appeared just in time to save the main character or character of the day, as shown in Drifloon on the Wind! when it races to save Ash and Paige.

In Pokémon Adventures, it was thought to be searching for a Trainer strong enough to master it, but in truth it was looking for allies in the battle against the Masked Man to save its creator, Ho-Oh.

It's sometimes seen roaring off sides of cliffs.

Habitat

Since Suicune is a member of the legendary beasts, Suicune races around the land. Some say it searches for a pure reservoir. Many speculate that Suicune and the rest of the legendary beasts are indeed not unique species because in Celebi: Voice of the Forest, Professor Oak speaks as if the Suicune in question was a specific Pokémon of that species.

Diet

Main article: Pokémon food

In the anime

Suicune in the anime

Major appearances

Sugimori reference sheet for the anime

Suicune (M04)

The first lengthy appearance of Suicune is in Celebi: Voice of the Forest. In the course of the movie, it demonstrated its ability to purify water, as well as doing battle with Dark Celebi.

Suicune (M13)

A Shiny Suicune appeared alongside Celebi and the other members of its trio in the thirteenth Pokémon movie, Zoroark: Master of Illusions.

Other

A Shiny Suicune in the anime

Suicune's first appearance is in the episode Don't Touch That 'dile when Ash, Misty, and Brock spot Suicune in the middle of a lake near New Bark Town. When it spots the group, it runs off. Its first significant appearance is in the episode For Ho-Oh the Bells Toll!, where it appeared in Ecruteak City after one of the Crystal Bells from the Bell Tower was destroyed.

Suicune also appears in Sinnoh in Drifloon on the Wind!. It was a friend to two young Joys named Marnie and Paige. Suicune saved Ash and Paige's lives.

Minor appearances

Suicune also has a small cameo at the opening of Destiny Deoxys, Lucario and the Mystery of Mew, The Rise of Darkrai and Arceus and the Jewel of Life.

Pokédex entries

Episode Pokémon Source Entry
DP028 Suicune Ash's Pokédex Suicune, the Aurora Pokémon. It travels the world and purifies water wherever it goes, sailing on the North Wind.

In the manga

In the Pokémon Adventures manga

Suicune in Pokémon Adventures

Suicune was awakened by Yellow along with its two counterparts, and the three raced around Kanto and Johto looking for Trainers to help them defeat the Masked Man to free Ho-Oh. Suicune, in particular, personally challenges many of the Gym Leaders in the two regions. During its travels, it encounters both Eusine and Crystal, both of which become obsessed with capturing it. Eusine acquires the Crystal Bell from the Rocket trio he defeats, but he and Crystal are still unable to capture Suicune. Crystal has her confidence shattered by this (and by the guilt of interrupting Suicune's attempt to contact its old master) and has to retreat back to her old training grounds to regain her confidence, which she does by reacquiring her catching skills capturing a wild Larvitar. Suicune later chooses Misty as its partner and fights alongside her, but then pairs up with Crystal anyways after Misty becomes injured (much to the dismay of Eusine).

Suicune can communicate with Raikou and Entei telepathically.

In the TCG

Main article: Suicune (TCG)

Other appearances

Super Smash Bros. Melee/Brawl

When released from a Poké Ball, Suicune unleashes a blast of Icy Wind that causes high levels of damage. Suicune returns in Brawl but with a different attack, Aurora Beam.

Melee trophy information

This mystical aurora Pokémon constantly journeys in search of places with pure flowing water. Suicune wields the power to instantly purify any contaminated water it finds. Some say Suicune is the north wind reborn. Its strange and dramatic story is told over the course of the Crystal version of the Pokémon game.

Brawl trophy information

"An Aurora Pokémon. It has the power to instantly purify even the filthiest water. Suicune is said to be the reincarnation of the northern wind, so when it shows up, so does that wind. Suicune uses the move Aurora Beam--aurora light focused into a powerful beam. Along with inflicting damage, this attack also lowers the target's attack power."

Game data

NPC appearances

Pokémon Crystal: It is possible to see Suicune multiple times on the overworld before the actual battle in Bell Tower. In these occasions, it will always hop away on being spotted.

Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver: As in Crystal, Suicune will roam Johto and Kanto before finally battling the player. After being first seen in the Burned Tower, it runs to Cianwood City, Mt. Mortar, Vermilion Harbor, and Route 14 before giving itself up at the end of Route 25 after defeating Misty. If it is not caught, Suicune can be found in the Burned Tower after defeating the Elite Four again.

Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation II.
Generation I
Red {{{redbluedex}}}
Blue
Yellow {{{yellowdex}}}
Stadium {{{stadiumdex}}}
Generation II
Gold Said to be the reincarnation of north winds, it can instantly purify filthy, murky water.
Silver This Pokémon races across the land. It is said that north winds will somehow blow whenever it appears.
Crystal This divine Pokémon blows around the world, always in search of a pure reservoir.
Stadium 2 Said to be the reincarnation of north winds, it can instantly purify filthy, murky water.
Generation III
Ruby Suicune embodies the compassion of a pure spring of water. It runs across the land with gracefulness. This Pokémon has the power to purify dirty water.
Sapphire
Emerald Suicune embodies the compassion of a pure spring of water. It runs across the land with gliding elegance. It has the power to purify dirty water.
FireRed This Pokémon races across the land. It is said that north winds will somehow blow whenever it appears.
LeafGreen Said to be the reincarnation of north winds, it can instantly purify filthy, murky water.
Generation IV
Diamond It travels across the world to purify polluted water. It moves together with the north wind.
Pearl It travels around the world to purify fouled water. It dashes away with the north wind.
Platinum It travels across the world to purify polluted water. It moves together with the north wind.
HeartGold Said to be the embodiment of north winds, it can instantly purify filthy, murky water.
SoulSilver This Pokémon races across the land. It is said that north winds will somehow blow whenever it appears.
Generation V
Black It travels across the world to purify polluted water. It moves together with the north wind.
White
Black 2 It races around the world to purify fouled water. It dashes away with the north wind.
White 2
Generation VI
X Unknown
Y Unknown


Game locations

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation II.
Generation I
Red Blue
None Trade
Blue (Japan)
None Trade
Yellow
None Trade
Generation II
Gold Silver
One Roaming Johto
Crystal
One Bell Tower
Generation III
Ruby Sapphire
None Trade
Emerald
None Trade
FireRed LeafGreen
One Roaming Kanto (with Charmander as starter)
Colosseum
One The Under (Shadow)
XD
None Trade
Generation IV
Diamond Pearl
None Trade
Platinum
None Trade
HeartGold SoulSilver
One Route 25
Burned Tower*
Pal Park
None
Pokéwalker
None
Generation V
Black White
None Poké Transfer
Relocator (Shiny event Suicune only)
Black 2 White 2
None Poké Transfer
Dream World
None
Generation VI
X Y
None Trade



In side games

Game Location
Pokémon Trozei! Random Agent Cards
Mr. Who's Den
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Red/Blue Rescue Team
Northwind Field (30F)
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Explorers of Time/Darkness
Final Maze (B29F)
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Explorers of Sky
Treacherous Waters (B10F-B19F; appears on random floor after accepting challenge letter)
Pokémon Ranger Fiore Temple
Pokémon Ranger:
Guardian Signs
Canal Ruins
Rand's House
Pokémon Rumble Blast Lake: World Axle - B2F (Post-ending)
PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure Iceberg Zone

In events

Games Event Language Location Level Distribution period
Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Suicune English United States 40Shiny November 22 to 29, 2001;
December 7 to 20, 2001
June 22 to 28, 2002;
July 5 to 11, 2002;
November 15 to 21, 2002
Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Suicune English United States ?? October 18 to 24, 2002
RSEFRLG Journey Across America Suicune English United States 70 February 25 to July 23, 2006
RSEFRLG Top 10 Distribution Suicune Italian Italy 70 June 23 to 26, 2006
RSEFRLG Top 10 Distribution Suicune Spanish Spain 70 June 27 to August 27, 2006
RSEFRLG Bryant Park Suicune English United States 70 August 8, 2006
RSEFRLG Top 10 Distribution Suicune German Germany 70 September 24 to November 5, 2006
RSEFRLG Top 10 Distribution Suicune French France 70 September 26, 2006
RSEFRLG Top 10 Distribution Suicune English United Kingdom 70 October 14 to November 19, 2006
Crown Suicune Japanese Japan 30 June 18 to August 31, 2010
Crown City Suicune Korean South Korea 30 December 16, 2010 to January 9, 2011
GameStop Suicune English North America 30 January 31 to February 6, 2011
Winter 2011 Suicune English Wi-Fi 30 February 21 to 27, 2011
Winter 2011 Suicune French Wi-Fi 30 February 21 to 27, 2011
Winter 2011 Suicune German Wi-Fi 30 February 21 to 27, 2011
Winter 2011 Suicune Italian Wi-Fi 30 February 21 to 27, 2011
Winter 2011 Suicune Spanish Wi-Fi 30 February 21 to 27, 2011

Held items

Game Held Item(s)
Events* Rowap Berry Rowap Berry (100%)

Stats

Base stats

Stat Range
At Lv. 50 At Lv. 100
100
160 - 207 310 - 404
75
72 - 139 139 - 273
115
108 - 183 211 - 361
90
85 - 156 166 - 306
115
108 - 183 211 - 361
85
81 - 150 157 - 295
Total:
580
Other Pokémon with this total
  • Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
  • Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.

Pokéathlon stats

Speed
4/5 ★★★★
Power
3/4 ★★★
Skill
4/5 ★★★★
Stamina
3/3 ★★★
Jump
4/4 ★★★★
Total
18/21 ★★★


Type effectiveness

Under normal battle conditions in Generation V, this Pokémon is:
Damaged
normally by:
Normal
Fighting
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire ½×
Water ½×
Grass
Electric
Psychic
Ice ½×
Dragon
Dark
None
Weak to:
Normal
Fighting
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire ½×
Water ½×
Grass
Electric
Psychic
Ice ½×
Dragon
Dark
None
Immune to:
Normal
Fighting
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire ½×
Water ½×
Grass
Electric
Psychic
Ice ½×
Dragon
Dark
None
Resistant to:
Normal
Fighting
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire ½×
Water ½×
Grass
Electric
Psychic
Ice ½×
Dragon
Dark
None
Notes:

Learnset

By leveling up

Generation V
Other generations:
II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
 Level   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
00Start Bite Dark Physical 06060 100100% 25
00Start Leer Normal Status 0000 100100% 30
088 BubbleBeam Water Special 06565 100100% 20
1515 Rain Dance Water Status 0000 —% 5
2222 Gust Flying Special 04040 100100% 35
2929 Aurora Beam Ice Special 06565 100100% 20
3636 Mist Ice Status 0000 —% 30
4343 Mirror Coat Psychic Special 0000 100100% 20
5050 Ice Fang Ice Physical 06565 09595% 15
5757 Tailwind Flying Status 0000 —% 30
6464 Extrasensory Psychic Special 08080 100100% 30
7171 Hydro Pump Water Special 120120 08080% 5
7878 Calm Mind Psychic Status 0000 —% 20
8585 Blizzard Ice Special 120120 07070% 5
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Suicune
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Suicune
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations

By TM/HM

Generation V
Other generations:
II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
 TM   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
Bag TM Psychic Sprite.png TM04 Calm Mind Psychic Status 0000 —}}—% 20
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM05 Roar Normal Status 0000 100}}100% 20
Bag TM Poison Sprite.png TM06 Toxic Poison Status 0000 090}}90% 10
Bag TM Ice Sprite.png TM07 Hail Ice Status 0000 —}}—% 10
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM10 Hidden Power Normal Special 0000 100}}100% 15
Bag TM Fire Sprite.png TM11 Sunny Day Fire Status 0000 —}}—% 5
Bag TM Ice Sprite.png TM13 Ice Beam Ice Special 09595 100}}100% 10
Bag TM Ice Sprite.png TM14 Blizzard Ice Special 120120 070}}70% 5
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM15 Hyper Beam Normal Special 150150 090}}90% 5
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM17 Protect Normal Status 0000 —}}—% 10
Bag TM Water Sprite.png TM18 Rain Dance Water Status 0000 —}}—% 5
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM21 Frustration Normal Physical 0000 100}}100% 20
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM27 Return Normal Physical 0000 100}}100% 20
Bag TM Ground Sprite.png TM28 Dig Ground Physical 08080 100}}100% 10
Bag TM Ghost Sprite.png TM30 Shadow Ball Ghost Special 08080 100}}100% 15
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM32 Double Team Normal Status 0000 —}}—% 15
Bag TM Psychic Sprite.png TM33 Reflect Psychic Status 0000 —}}—% 20
Bag TM Rock Sprite.png TM37 Sandstorm Rock Status 0000 —}}—% 10
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM42 Facade Normal Physical 07070 100}}100% 20
Bag TM Psychic Sprite.png TM44 Rest Psychic Status 0000 —}}—% 10
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM48 Round Normal Special 06060 100}}100% 15
Bag TM Water Sprite.png TM55 Scald Water Special 08080 100}}100% 15
Bag TM Dark Sprite.png TM60 Quash Dark Status 0000 100}}100% 15
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM68 Giga Impact Normal Physical 150150 090}}90% 5
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM77 Psych Up Normal Status 0000 —}}—% 10
Bag TM Ground Sprite.png TM78 Bulldoze Ground Physical 06060 100}}100% 20
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM87 Swagger Normal Status 0000 090}}90% 15
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM90 Substitute Normal Status 0000 —}}—% 10
Bag TM Fighting Sprite.png TM94 Rock Smash Fighting Physical 04040 100}}100% 15
Bag TM Dark Sprite.png TM95 Snarl Dark Special 05555 095}}95% 15
Bag HM Normal Sprite.png HM01 Cut Normal Physical 05050 095}}95% 30
Bag HM Water Sprite.png HM03 Surf Water Special 09595 100}}100% 15
Bag HM Water Sprite.png HM05 Waterfall Water Physical 08080 100}}100% 15
Bag HM Water Sprite.png HM06 Dive Water Physical 08080 100}}100% 10
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Suicune
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Suicune
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations

By breeding

Generation V
Other generations:
II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
 Father   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
This Pokémon learns no moves by breeding.
  • Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Suicune in Generation V
  • Moves marked with a double dagger (‡) can only be bred from a Pokémon who learned the move in an earlier generation.
  • Moves marked with a superscript game abbreviation can only be bred onto Suicune in that game.
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Suicune
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Suicune
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations

By tutoring

Generation V
Other generations:
II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
 Game   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
B W B2 W2 Icy Wind Ice Special 55 95% 15
B W B2 W2 Iron Head Steel Physical 80 100% 15
B W B2 W2 Iron Tail Steel Physical 100 75% 15
B W B2 W2 Signal Beam Bug Special 75 100% 15
B W B2 W2 Sleep Talk Normal Status —% 10
B W B2 W2 Snore Normal Special 40 100% 15
B W B2 W2 Tailwind Flying Status —% 30
  • A black abbreviation in a colored box indicates that Suicune can be tutored the move in that game
  • A colored abbreviation in a white box indicates that Suicune cannot be tutored the move in that game
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Suicune
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Suicune
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Move Tutor moves from other generations

By events

Generation V
Other generations:
II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
 Event   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
This Pokémon has no special event moves.
  • A superscript level indicates that Suicune can learn this move normally in Generation V at that level
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Suicune
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Suicune
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see event moves from other generations

Side game data

Pokémon Pinball
 N/A 
Not available
Pokémon Pinball RS
 N/A 
Not available
Pokémon Trozei!
 Trozeiani245.png 
Rarity: Rare
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team
MDP RT 245.png Body size: 1
Recruit rate: 0.1%
Friend Area: Sacred Field
Phrases
51%-100% HP Let us go! The north wind will be our ally!
26%-50% HP This is serious... Half my HP has been expended already...
1%-25% HP This is it... The power of the north wind fails to reach me...
Level up I've leveled up! May the north wind empower me!
Partner phrases
51%-100% HP <name>, my HP is between 51% and 100%.
26%-50% HP <name>, my HP is between 26% and 50%.
1%-25% HP <name>, my HP is between 1% and 25%.
Level up I've leveled up! May the north wind empower me!
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Explorers of Time, Explorers of Darkness
,
and Explorers of Sky
MDP E 245.png Body size: 2
Recruit rate: 6.4%
IQ group: D
Pokémon Ranger
Group:  Water  Poké Assist: Water PA.png
( Water )
Field move: Soak fm.pngSoak fm.pngSoak fm.png
(Soak ×3)
Loops: 17 Min. exp.: 550 Max. exp.: 600
Browser entry  
Suicune moves so fast it leaves images of itself. Its real form is said to be unseen.
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia
Group:  Normal  Poké Assist: None Field move: None
Browser entry  
This Pokémon does not have a browser entry.
Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs
Group: Poké Assist: Field move:
 Water  Water Assist.png
( Water )
Past
Electric Assist.png
( Normal )
None Past
Electrify 1 field move.png
(Electrify ×1)
Browser entry  
It uses pillars of water and whirlpools to attack.
N/A Not
Available
Defense
Speed
N/A Not
Available
Defense
Speed
Attack ●●●
Defense ●●●●●
Speed ●●●
Attack Not
Available
Defense
Speed
Attack Not
Available
Defense
Speed
Attack Not
Available
Defense
Speed
PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure
PPW245.png PokéPark Pad entry:
Suicune sought out the PokéPark in order to see the aurora. Suicune is awesome at Empoleon's Snow Slide.
PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond
None.png Strong: {{{Park2strong}}} Weak: {{{Park2weak}}}
PokéPark Pad entry:
This Pokémon has no PokéPark Pad entry.
None.png HP: Move: {{{ConquestMove}}}
Attack: Ability 1: {{{ConquestAbility1}}}
Defense: Ability 2: {{{ConquestAbility2}}}
Speed: Ability 3: {{{ConquestAbility3}}}
Does not evolve.
Range: 0 Perfect Links: {{{ConquestLink}}}

Evolution

Suicune
Does not evolve
Suicune
 Water 


Sprites

Gen Game
I Red Blue Yellow Red (Ja) Green Back
This Pokémon did not appear during Generation I.
II Gold Silver Crystal   Back
Spr 2g 245.png Spr 2s 245.png Spr 2c 245.png Spr b 2g 245.png
Spr 2g 245 s.png Spr 2s 245 s.png Spr 2c 245 s.png Spr b 2g 245 s.png
III Ruby Sapphire Emerald FireRed LeafGreen Back
Spr 3r 245.png Spr 3e 245.png Spr 3f 245.png Spr b 3r 245.png
Spr 3r 245 s.png Spr 3e 245 s.png Spr 3f 245 s.png Spr b 3r 245 s.png
IV Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver Back
Spr 4d 245.png Spr 4p 245.png Spr 4h 245.png Spr b 4d 245.png
Spr 4d 245 s.png Spr 4p 245 s.png Spr 4h 245 s.png Spr b 4d 245 s.png
V Black White Black 2 White 2 Back
Spr 5b 245.png Spr 5b2 245.png Spr b 5b 245.png
Spr 5b 245 s.png Spr 5b2 245 s.png Spr b 5b 245 s.png
Suicune For other sprites and images, please see Suicune images on Bulbagarden Archives.

Trivia

Origin

Suicune is thought to have been based on numerous creatures and mythological deities, mainly the Qilin or "Kirin", an Eastern legend that has traits of chinese dragons, unicorns, deer, big cats, and other beasts. The Qilin was said to be able to walk on water and is known to be a powerful and peaceful creature. The crest on Suicune's head roughly matches the description of the beast's antlers. It also appears that Suicune, unlike its kin, is a herbivore due to its molar teeth, which further relates it to the Qilin. The spots of Suicune are also significant, seeming to combine the spots of a leopard, taking homage from Fujin, the Shinto god of The North Wind, who wears leopard skin. Leopards themselves are found in Asia and are featured in myths that show it is a widely respected sacred animal like the Qilin. The way it runs and roars in the anime may also relate to the leopard. Suicune's anatomy may also be based on the cheetah, which is considerable, due to the fact that cheetahs and leopards, both being swift, sleek spotted cats, are often confused with each other and thought to be the same animal. Being a Pokémon that represents the wind and rain, Suicune may also be based on some of the world's numerous myths of wind goddesses, such as Anitong Tabo, who according to the Philippine mythology, was the goddess of winds and rains. Suicune's mane is meant to resemble a northern aurora.

Name origin

Suicune may be a combination of 水 sui (water) and 君 kun (monarch). The game title it is the mascot of suggests that it may derive from 水晶 suishō (crystal).

In other languages

Language Title Meaning
Japan Flag.png Japanese スイクン Suicune From sui, 水晶 suishō, and kun
France Flag.png French Suicune Same as Japanese name
Spain Flag.png Spanish Suicune Same as Japanese name
Germany Flag.png German Suicune Same as Japanese name
Italy Flag.png Italian Suicune Same as Japanese name
South Korea Flag.png Korean 스이쿤 Suikun Transliteration of its Japanese name
China and Taiwan Flags.png Mandarin Chinese 水君 Shuǐjūn From 水君 Suikun.
Hong Kong Flag.png Cantonese Chinese


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