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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. | ||
Zekrom is the | Zekrom is the [[game mascot]] of [[Pokémon Black and White Versions|Pokémon White]], appearing on the boxart. | ||
Along with {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Kyurem}}, it is a member of the [[Tao trio]], which exists in the legends of the [[Unova]] Region. | Along with {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Kyurem}}, it is a member of the [[Tao trio]], which exists in the legends of the [[Unova]] Region. | ||
{{p|Kyurem}} will become [[ | {{p|Kyurem}} will become [[List of Pokémon with form differences#Kyurem|Black Kyurem]] upon using the [[DNA Splicers]] to fuse with Zekrom. | ||
==Biology== | ==Biology== | ||
[[File:644Zekrom-Activated.png|thumb|left|230px|Zekrom's tail turbine activated]] | [[File:644Zekrom-Activated.png|thumb|left|230px|Zekrom's tail turbine activated]] | ||
Zekrom is a black, bipedal Pokémon resembling a dragon or dinosaur, with dark patches on various portions of its body. It has red scleras, white irises, and black pupils, as well as a small horn-like protrusion on the tip of its snout. Its head sports a thundercloud-like crest tipped with light-blue coloration. There are | Zekrom is a black, bipedal Pokémon resembling a dragon or dinosaur, with dark patches on various portions of its body. It has red scleras, white irises, and black pupils, as well as a small horn-like protrusion on the tip of its snout. Its head sports a thundercloud-like crest tipped with light-blue coloration. There are six pairs of pointed teeth visible when its mouth is open, two in the upper jaw and four in the lower. At the base of its neck is a black, stud-like feature, and atop its shoulders are similar, larger features resembling armor padding. The bases of its wings also have such padding, and a fanned, splayed, seemingly webbed shape with a small "wing-spike" on one edge. The lower length of Zekrom's arms extenuate into splayed, seemingly webbed, somewhat baseball-mitt-like formations, with three-clawed, dark-colored hands on the undersides. The front portion of Zekrom's waist is black-colored, with its belly and thighs having thin striations down their length. Its knees are black, as are the foremost parts of its three-clawed feet and spiked heels. | ||
Zekrom's tail consists of large, round, conical and spiked formation, likened to an electricity generator, with a black inner portion and bands on the tip of the outside portion. This tail produces energy for its attacks and emits an anti-gravity field, allowing Zekrom to fly through the air with minimal effects from aerodynamic resistance and gravity. It can cause several thunderstorms in one area, and it normally hides in thunderclouds. In a Unova myth about the twin heroes, Zekrom sided with the younger brother who sought for ideals. It is a genderless species. It is the only Pokémon that can learn {{m|Bolt Strike}}, though it is commonly associated with the move {{m|Fusion Bolt}}. | Zekrom's tail consists of large, round, conical and spiked formation, likened to an electricity generator, with a black inner portion and bands on the tip of the outside portion. This tail produces energy for its attacks and emits an anti-gravity field, allowing Zekrom to fly through the air with minimal effects from aerodynamic resistance and gravity. It can cause several thunderstorms in one area, and it normally hides in thunderclouds. In a Unova myth about the twin heroes, Zekrom sided with the younger brother who sought for ideals. It is a genderless species. It is the only Pokémon that can learn {{m|Bolt Strike}}, though it is commonly associated with the move {{m|Fusion Bolt}}. | ||
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====Other==== | ====Other==== | ||
A Zekrom made its debut in a cameo in the opening of ''[[BW001|In The Shadow of Zekrom!]]''. It made its full appearance later where it appeared above the skies of [[Nuvema Town]], its huge lightning bolt zapped {{AP|Pikachu}} making it unable to use its electricity. It appears again in ''[[BW002|Enter Iris and Axew!]]'', where Pikachu recovers its electric powers. | |||
Zekrom was mentioned again in ''[[BW010|A Rival Battle for Club Champ!]]'' and ''[[BW110|The Name's N!]]''. It was also the main subject of ''[[BW062|Explorers of the Hero's Ruins!]]'', although it does not actually appear. | |||
A Zekrom appears in the second XY Series movie, ''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''. One hundred years prior to the events of the movie, it was summoned by {{an|Hoopa}} alongside a {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Regigigas}}. The three fought Hoopa in [[Dahara City]] but were easily defeated and sent back through portals to their original homes. | |||
===Minor appearances=== | ===Minor appearances=== | ||
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==In the manga== | ==In the manga== | ||
[[File:Zekrom Adventures.png|thumb|160px|Zekrom in Pokémon Adventures]] | |||
===In the movie adaptations=== | |||
{{main|Zekrom (M14)}} | |||
Zekrom is a major character in ''[[M14|White—Victini and Zekrom]]''. Likewise, it appears in the {{ma|White—Victini and Zekrom|manga adaptation}} of the film by [[Momota Inoue]]. | |||
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga=== | ===In the Pokémon Adventures manga=== | ||
Zekrom makes an appearance in an image while the [[Shadow Triad]] plot to steal the Dark Stone from [[Clay]]. [[N]] awakened it from the stone and it is currently with him. | Zekrom makes an appearance in an image while the [[Shadow Triad]] plot to steal the Dark Stone from [[Clay]]. [[N]] awakened it from the stone and it is currently with him. | ||
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{{main|Zekrom (TCG)}} | {{main|Zekrom (TCG)}} | ||
==Other appearances== | ==Other appearances== | ||
===[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U]]=== | ===[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U|Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS]]=== | ||
Zekrom appears on the {{st|Unova Pokémon League}} stage, where it will cover itself in a ball of lightning and hit the stage. Any fighters it touches will be damaged and if it hits the side of the stage, the stage will be tipped. It will also destroy the steps attached to the stage, if there are any. | Zekrom appears on the {{st|Unova Pokémon League}} stage, where it will cover itself in a ball of lightning and hit the stage. Any fighters it touches will be damaged and if it hits the side of the stage, the stage will be tipped. It will also destroy the steps attached to the stage, if there are any. | ||
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====In events==== | ====In events==== | ||
{{eventAvail/h|type=dragon|type2=electric}} | {{eventAvail/h|type=dragon|type2=electric}} | ||
{{eventAvail|{{ | {{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev5|B}}|Ash's Zekrom|Japanese|Japan|100|July 9, 2011<br/>July 16 to September 30, 2011|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Zekrom}} | ||
{{eventAvail|{{ | {{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev5|B}}|Ash's Zekrom|Korean|South Korea|100|December 22, 2011 to February 29, 2012|link=List of local Korean event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Zekrom}} | ||
{{eventAvail|{{ | {{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev5|B}}|Dutch Spring 2012 Zekrom|English|The Netherlands|100|February 18, 2012|link=List of local English event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Zekrom}} | ||
{{eventAvail|{{ | {{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev5|B}}|Spring 2012 Zekrom|English|Wi-Fi|100|March 10 to April 8, 2012|link=List of Wi-Fi English event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Zekrom}} | ||
{{eventAvail|{{ | {{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev5|B}}|Spring 2012 Zekrom|French|Wi-Fi|100|March 10 to 25, 2012|link=List of Wi-Fi French event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Zekrom}} | ||
{{eventAvail|{{ | {{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev5|B}}|Spring 2012 Zekrom|German|Wi-Fi|100|March 10 to April 8, 2012|link=List of Wi-Fi German event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Zekrom}} | ||
{{eventAvail|{{ | {{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev5|B}}|Spring 2012 Zekrom|Italian|Wi-Fi|100|March 10 to April 8, 2012|link=List of Wi-Fi Italian event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Zekrom}} | ||
{{eventAvail|{{ | {{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev5|B}}|Spring 2012 Zekrom|Spanish|Wi-Fi|100|March 10 to April 8, 2012|link=List of Wi-Fi Spanish event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Zekrom}} | ||
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====By [[Level|leveling up]]==== | ====By [[Level|leveling up]]==== | ||
{{learnlist/levelh/6|Zekrom|Dragon|Electric|5|xy=n}} | {{learnlist/levelh/6|Zekrom|Dragon|Electric|5|xy=n}} | ||
{{learnlist/level6| | {{learnlist/level6|1|Thunder Fang|Electric|Physical|65|95|15||'''|Cool|4|0}} | ||
{{learnlist/level6| | {{learnlist/level6|1|Dragon Rage|Dragon|Special|—|100|10|||Cool|3|0}} | ||
{{learnlist/level6|8|Imprison|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|||Clever|3|0}} | {{learnlist/level6|8|Imprison|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|||Clever|3|0}} | ||
{{learnlist/level6|15|Ancient Power|Rock|Special|60|100|5|||Tough|1|0}} | {{learnlist/level6|15|Ancient Power|Rock|Special|60|100|5|||Tough|1|0}} | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
[[File:Reshiram and Zekrom units 2010.png|thumb|200px|Reshiram and Zekrom at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2010]] | [[File:Reshiram and Zekrom units 2010.png|thumb|200px|Reshiram and Zekrom at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2010]] | ||
* In games prior to [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]], Zekrom has a catch rate of 45. This is likely due to it being a required capture during the storyline of [[Pokémon Black and White]]. | |||
* Zekrom was first revealed simultaneously alongside {{p|Reshiram}} on both the official English and Japanese Pokémon websites on May 28, 2010. This makes them the first two Pokémon simultaneously revealed worldwide. | * Zekrom was first revealed simultaneously alongside {{p|Reshiram}} on both the official English and Japanese Pokémon websites on May 28, 2010. This makes them the first two Pokémon simultaneously revealed worldwide. | ||
* On May 31, 2010, two weeks prior to the official revelation of Zekrom's [[type]], [[Shōko Nakagawa]] spoke about her love of {{type|Electric}} Pokémon on her blog and mentioned that because of that, she wanted to get a Zekrom. This statement was then quickly removed. | * On May 31, 2010, two weeks prior to the official revelation of Zekrom's [[type]], [[Shōko Nakagawa]] spoke about her love of {{type|Electric}} Pokémon on her blog and mentioned that because of that, she wanted to get a Zekrom. This statement was then quickly removed. | ||
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* Zekrom is the [[List of Pokémon by weight|heaviest]] Pokémon introduced in Generation V and the [[List of Pokémon by weight|heaviest]] {{type|Electric}} Pokémon. | * Zekrom is the [[List of Pokémon by weight|heaviest]] Pokémon introduced in Generation V and the [[List of Pokémon by weight|heaviest]] {{type|Electric}} Pokémon. | ||
* Zekrom, as well as {{p|Reshiram}}, made an appearance alongside {{p|Pikachu}} and a [[Poké Ball]] in 2010's {{wp|Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade}}. | * Zekrom, as well as {{p|Reshiram}}, made an appearance alongside {{p|Pikachu}} and a [[Poké Ball]] in 2010's {{wp|Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade}}. | ||
* Although Zekrom has a {{Shiny}} palette, [[Pokémon Black and White]] are programmed so that a Shiny Zekrom cannot be encountered. It shares this trait with {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Victini}}. However in Pokémon Alpha Sapphire, it is possible to encounter a Shiny Zekrom. | * Although Zekrom has a {{Shiny}} palette, [[Pokémon Black and White]] are programmed so that a Shiny Zekrom cannot be encountered. It shares this trait with {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Victini}}. However, in Pokémon Alpha Sapphire, it is possible to encounter a Shiny Zekrom. | ||
* Zekrom is [[Ken Sugimori]]'s favorite Pokémon from Pokémon Black and White.<ref>[http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/24213/what-is-ken-sugimoris-favourite-pokmon/ What is Ken Sugimori's favourite Pokémon?]</ref> | * Zekrom is [[Ken Sugimori]]'s favorite Pokémon from Pokémon Black and White.<ref>[http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/24213/what-is-ken-sugimoris-favourite-pokmon/ What is Ken Sugimori's favourite Pokémon?]</ref> | ||
===Origin=== | ===Origin=== | ||
Zekrom and its counterpart {{p|Reshiram}} are based on the concept of {{wp|yin and yang}} in {{wp|Taoism}}, directly referenced by Zekrom's Japanese species: the Black Yin Pokémon. According to [[Ken Sugimori]], Zekrom was designed to have a tougher and more masculine design to contrast to Reshiram's light, airy, feminine design. While the black design matches Zekrom's yin species names (yin being characterized by dark), its masculine design contrasts with yin (yin being characterized as feminine). Zekrom's tail, the center point of its design, is based on an electric {{wp|turbine}}.<ref>[http://pokemonblackandwhite.net/?p=1641 Interview with Ken Sugimori and development team]</ref> Appearance-wise, it somewhat resembles a midsized to large theropod dinosaur, such as {{wp|Allosaurus}} or {{wp|Tyrannosaurus}}, and a {{wp|European dragon}}. The crest on its head is based on a thundercloud. The mythology about how Zekrom and Reshiram came about, regarding two brothers infighting, also bears some similarities to {{wp|Romulus and Remus}} or {{wp|Cain and Abel}}. There is also some resemblance to the Zoroastrian belief of two equally powerful deities, one representing light and truth, and the other representing lies and darkness. In this case, Zekrom can be taken to resemble {{wp|Angra Mainyu}}, as opposed to Reshiram resembling {{wp|Ahura Mazda}}, although Zekrom is not evil; rather it is an equally powerful opposing legendary Pokémon. | Zekrom and its counterpart {{p|Reshiram}} are based on the concept of {{wp|yin and yang}} in {{wp|Taoism}}, directly referenced by Zekrom's Japanese species: the Black Yin Pokémon. According to [[Ken Sugimori]], Zekrom was designed to have a tougher and more masculine design to contrast to Reshiram's light, airy, feminine design. While the black design matches Zekrom's yin species names (yin being characterized by dark), its masculine design contrasts with yin (yin being characterized as feminine). Zekrom's tail, the center point of its design, is based on an electric {{wp|turbine}}.<ref>[http://pokemonblackandwhite.net/?p=1641 Interview with Ken Sugimori and development team]</ref> Appearance-wise, it somewhat resembles a midsized to large theropod dinosaur, such as ''{{wp|Allosaurus}}'' or ''{{wp|Tyrannosaurus}}'', and a {{wp|European dragon}}. The crest on its head is based on a thundercloud. The mythology about how Zekrom and Reshiram came about, regarding two brothers infighting, also bears some similarities to {{wp|Romulus and Remus}} or {{wp|Cain and Abel}}. There is also some resemblance to the Zoroastrian belief of two equally powerful deities, one representing light and truth, and the other representing lies and darkness. In this case, Zekrom can be taken to resemble {{wp|Angra Mainyu}}, as opposed to Reshiram resembling {{wp|Ahura Mazda}}, although Zekrom is not evil; rather it is an equally powerful opposing legendary Pokémon. | ||
====Name origin==== | ====Name origin==== | ||
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|de=Zekrom|demeaning=Same as English/Japanese name | |de=Zekrom|demeaning=Same as English/Japanese name | ||
|it=Zekrom|itmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name | |it=Zekrom|itmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name | ||
|ko=제크로무 '' | |ko=제크로무 ''Zekrom''|komeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name | ||
|zh_cmn=捷克羅姆 / 捷克罗姆 ''Jiékèluómǔ''|zh_cmnmeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name | |zh_cmn=捷克羅姆 / 捷克罗姆 ''Jiékèluómǔ''|zh_cmnmeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name | ||
|el=Ζεκρομ ''Zekrom''|elmeaning=Transcription of English name | |||
|ru=Зекром ''Zekrom''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name | |||
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==Related articles== | ==Related articles== | ||
* [[Zekrom (M14)]] | * [[Zekrom (M14)]] | ||
* [[Tao trio]] | |||
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
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[[Category:Legendary trio Pokémon]] | [[Category:Legendary trio Pokémon]] | ||
[[Category:Unova legendary Pokémon]] | [[Category:Unova legendary Pokémon]] | ||
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[[de:Zekrom]] | [[de:Zekrom]] | ||
[[fr:Zekrom]] | [[fr:Zekrom]] | ||
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[[ja:ゼクロム]] | [[ja:ゼクロム]] | ||
[[pl:Zekrom]] | [[pl:Zekrom]] | ||
[[zh:捷克罗姆]] | [[zh:捷克罗姆]] |
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Zekrom (Japanese: ゼクロム Zekrom) is a dual-type Dragon/Electric Legendary Pokémon.
It is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon.
Zekrom is the game mascot of Pokémon White, appearing on the boxart.
Along with Reshiram and Kyurem, it is a member of the Tao trio, which exists in the legends of the Unova Region.
Kyurem will become Black Kyurem upon using the DNA Splicers to fuse with Zekrom.
Biology
Zekrom is a black, bipedal Pokémon resembling a dragon or dinosaur, with dark patches on various portions of its body. It has red scleras, white irises, and black pupils, as well as a small horn-like protrusion on the tip of its snout. Its head sports a thundercloud-like crest tipped with light-blue coloration. There are six pairs of pointed teeth visible when its mouth is open, two in the upper jaw and four in the lower. At the base of its neck is a black, stud-like feature, and atop its shoulders are similar, larger features resembling armor padding. The bases of its wings also have such padding, and a fanned, splayed, seemingly webbed shape with a small "wing-spike" on one edge. The lower length of Zekrom's arms extenuate into splayed, seemingly webbed, somewhat baseball-mitt-like formations, with three-clawed, dark-colored hands on the undersides. The front portion of Zekrom's waist is black-colored, with its belly and thighs having thin striations down their length. Its knees are black, as are the foremost parts of its three-clawed feet and spiked heels.
Zekrom's tail consists of large, round, conical and spiked formation, likened to an electricity generator, with a black inner portion and bands on the tip of the outside portion. This tail produces energy for its attacks and emits an anti-gravity field, allowing Zekrom to fly through the air with minimal effects from aerodynamic resistance and gravity. It can cause several thunderstorms in one area, and it normally hides in thunderclouds. In a Unova myth about the twin heroes, Zekrom sided with the younger brother who sought for ideals. It is a genderless species. It is the only Pokémon that can learn Bolt Strike, though it is commonly associated with the move Fusion Bolt.
In the anime
Major appearances
Zekrom (M14)
Zekrom appeared in Black—Victini and Reshiram and White—Victini and Zekrom. In the former, it is controlled by Damon, while in the latter, it is controlled by Ash. Along with Reshiram, Zekrom can speak through telepathy.
Other
A Zekrom made its debut in a cameo in the opening of In The Shadow of Zekrom!. It made its full appearance later where it appeared above the skies of Nuvema Town, its huge lightning bolt zapped Pikachu making it unable to use its electricity. It appears again in Enter Iris and Axew!, where Pikachu recovers its electric powers.
Zekrom was mentioned again in A Rival Battle for Club Champ! and The Name's N!. It was also the main subject of Explorers of the Hero's Ruins!, although it does not actually appear.
A Zekrom appears in the second XY Series movie, Hoopa and the Clash of Ages. One hundred years prior to the events of the movie, it was summoned by Hoopa alongside a Reshiram and Regigigas. The three fought Hoopa in Dahara City but were easily defeated and sent back through portals to their original homes.
Minor appearances
A Zekrom appeared in a fantasy in Farewell, Unova! Setting Sail for New Adventures!.
In the manga
In the movie adaptations
- Main article: Zekrom (M14)
Zekrom is a major character in White—Victini and Zekrom. Likewise, it appears in the manga adaptation of the film by Momota Inoue.
In the Pokémon Adventures manga
Zekrom makes an appearance in an image while the Shadow Triad plot to steal the Dark Stone from Clay. N awakened it from the stone and it is currently with him.
In the Pokémon RéBURST manga
Ryouga uses a Burst Heart with a Zekrom inside of it to Burst, allowing him to use the abilities that the Pokémon possesses.
In the Pokémon BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder manga
N befriends a Zekrom atop Dragonspiral Tower and uses it to enforce his ideal of turning Unova into a country where only Pokémon reside.
In the TCG
- Main article: Zekrom (TCG)
Other appearances
Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
Zekrom appears on the Unova Pokémon League stage, where it will cover itself in a ball of lightning and hit the stage. Any fighters it touches will be damaged and if it hits the side of the stage, the stage will be tipped. It will also destroy the steps attached to the stage, if there are any.
Trophy information
Zekrom's jet-black body contrasts sharply with the pure white of Reshiram, but the two do have some similarities: both are Legendary Pokémon said to have world- destroying powers. Zekrom's tail acts as a generator that can scorch the world with lightning, but it is said to assist those who wish to build an ideal world.
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Games | Event | Language | Location | Level | Distribution period |
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B | Ash's Zekrom | Japanese | Japan | 100 | July 9, 2011 July 16 to September 30, 2011 |
B | Ash's Zekrom | Korean | South Korea | 100 | December 22, 2011 to February 29, 2012 |
B | Dutch Spring 2012 Zekrom | English | The Netherlands | 100 | February 18, 2012 |
B | Spring 2012 Zekrom | English | Wi-Fi | 100 | March 10 to April 8, 2012 |
B | Spring 2012 Zekrom | French | Wi-Fi | 100 | March 10 to 25, 2012 |
B | Spring 2012 Zekrom | German | Wi-Fi | 100 | March 10 to April 8, 2012 |
B | Spring 2012 Zekrom | Italian | Wi-Fi | 100 | March 10 to April 8, 2012 |
B | Spring 2012 Zekrom | Spanish | Wi-Fi | 100 | March 10 to April 8, 2012 |
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Trivia
- In games prior to Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, Zekrom has a catch rate of 45. This is likely due to it being a required capture during the storyline of Pokémon Black and White.
- Zekrom was first revealed simultaneously alongside Reshiram on both the official English and Japanese Pokémon websites on May 28, 2010. This makes them the first two Pokémon simultaneously revealed worldwide.
- On May 31, 2010, two weeks prior to the official revelation of Zekrom's type, Shōko Nakagawa spoke about her love of Electric-type Pokémon on her blog and mentioned that because of that, she wanted to get a Zekrom. This statement was then quickly removed.
- Zekrom has the highest Attack base stat, Defense base stat, and base stat total of all Electric-type Pokémon.
- Zekrom is the heaviest Pokémon introduced in Generation V and the heaviest Electric-type Pokémon.
- Zekrom, as well as Reshiram, made an appearance alongside Pikachu and a Poké Ball in 2010's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
- Although Zekrom has a Shiny palette, Pokémon Black and White are programmed so that a Shiny Zekrom cannot be encountered. It shares this trait with Reshiram and Victini. However, in Pokémon Alpha Sapphire, it is possible to encounter a Shiny Zekrom.
- Zekrom is Ken Sugimori's favorite Pokémon from Pokémon Black and White.[1]
Origin
Zekrom and its counterpart Reshiram are based on the concept of yin and yang in Taoism, directly referenced by Zekrom's Japanese species: the Black Yin Pokémon. According to Ken Sugimori, Zekrom was designed to have a tougher and more masculine design to contrast to Reshiram's light, airy, feminine design. While the black design matches Zekrom's yin species names (yin being characterized by dark), its masculine design contrasts with yin (yin being characterized as feminine). Zekrom's tail, the center point of its design, is based on an electric turbine.[2] Appearance-wise, it somewhat resembles a midsized to large theropod dinosaur, such as Allosaurus or Tyrannosaurus, and a European dragon. The crest on its head is based on a thundercloud. The mythology about how Zekrom and Reshiram came about, regarding two brothers infighting, also bears some similarities to Romulus and Remus or Cain and Abel. There is also some resemblance to the Zoroastrian belief of two equally powerful deities, one representing light and truth, and the other representing lies and darkness. In this case, Zekrom can be taken to resemble Angra Mainyu, as opposed to Reshiram resembling Ahura Mazda, although Zekrom is not evil; rather it is an equally powerful opposing legendary Pokémon.
Name origin
Zekrom is derived from 黒 kuro (black). Ken Sugimori has also stated that Ze was used because it was a harder, stronger sound than Reshiram's Re, and Zekrom is a "powerful, strong character."[3]
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