Lugia (Pokémon)
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| Lugia ルギア Lugia | |
 Artwork from G/S/C | |
| National Dex | #249 |
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| Johto Dex | #247 |
| Hoenn Dex | #384 |
| Sinnoh Dex | #— |
| Fiore Browser | R— |
| Almia Browser | R— |
| Type | Psychic / Flying |
| Species | Diving Pokémon |
| Height | 17′01″ (5.2m) |
| Weight | 476.2 lbs. (216.0kg) |
| Ability | Pressure |
| Egg group | No eggs |
| Time to hatch | 30,720 steps |
| Effort yield | 3 SpD |
| Exp. yield | 220 base exp. |
| Lv100 at | 1,250,000 exp. |
| Gender | — |
| Pokédex color | White |
| Catch rate | 3 |
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Lugia (Japanese: ルギア Lugia) is a legendary Psychic/Flying-type Pokémon. It is often considered to be closely related to Ho-Oh, even sometimes as its polar opposite, represented by silver as Ho-Oh is represented by gold, and "guardian of the seas" as Ho-Oh is "guardian of the skies".
In Pokémon XD, Shadow Lugia, codenamed XD001, is a main part of the storyline, and Cipher's ultimate Shadow Pokémon.
Lugia comes with the ability Pressure, which causes the foe to use two PP instead of one each time it uses a move against Lugia.
Lugia is the version mascot of Pokémon Silver, appearing on the boxart.
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Biology
Physiology
Lugia are very large creatures which bear a resemblance to something between a dragon, a plesiosaur, and a bird. They are primarily pale silver-white, but have blue undersides with slightly varying tones. Their bodies are smooth and streamlined, with the exception of dark blue or black spike-like protrusions which run down the length of their back, and two smaller ones on the ends of their tails. It has five finger-like appendages at the end of its wings. Due to a somewhat similar appearance, they may be related to Latios and Latias.
Gender differences
None noticeable, however, this species is highly intelligent and one could possibly ask Lugia which gender it is (since the species can speak with humans in the same manner Mewtwo does). Unlike most legendary Pokémon, young Lugia have been observed, suggesting that there is a breeding population of these creatures.
Special abilities
Lugia are thought to be the leaders of the legendary birds of Kanto. Much like the birds, it possesses the ability to control the weather, most notably it can calm storms. It is said that a light flutter of their wings is capable of causing winds powerful enough to blow houses over. If it were to flap its wings it could hypothetically spawn storms lasting as much as 40 days. They are highly intelligent, and because of the devastating power it could accidentally inflict, it isolates itself deep underwater.
Lugia is the only known Pokémon that learns Aeroblast.
Behavior
Not very much is known about the behavior of Lugia, as they are fantastically rare and elusive Pokémon. Lugia have been observed with their offspring, suggesting that unlike other legendary Pokémon, they have a breeding population. They are generally calm and benevolent, it is believed the reason they tend to isolate themselves from civilization is to protect humans from their great powers. However, like all creatures, they can become enraged if they feel threatened, particularly if they are protecting their young. Because of this contact with Lugia is best done carefully, most attempts at capturing one of these magnificent creatures has ended poorly, and is ill advised as their role in regulating world climate is still not well understood.
Habitat
Lugia usually live deep in the ocean, not because they are natural sea-dwellers, but because they fear that they can accidentally cause untold devastation. Lugia are typically spotted near the Whirl Islands of Johto.
Diet
- Main article: Pokémon food
In the anime
A large Lugia was featured in The Power of One.
A parent Lugia and its child (nicknamed Silver by Oliver) lived near Silver Rock Isle in the Whirl Islands. Dr. Namba attempted to capture both the parent Lugia and Silver for Giovanni in The Mystery is History, A Parent Trapped and A Promise is a Promise.
In the manga
The Elite Four tried to exterminate humans using a Lugia in the Yellow Saga. The Mask of Ice caught a Lugia, but subsequently released it.
In the TCG
- Main article: Lugia (TCG)
In the TFG
One Lugia figure has been released.
Other appearances
Super Smash Bros. Melee
When released from a Poké Ball, Lugia will fly up and return in the background where it unleashes a powerful Aeroblast on the stage.
Trophy information
The waters of the Whirl Islands are home to this legendary Pokémon, whom very few have seen. Lugia live quietly in the deepest ocean trenches for one very good reason: its combined aerial and psychic powers are so strong as to be extremely dangerous. The special moves of this gargantuan creature include the destructive wind assault known as Aeroblast.
Game data
Pokédex entries
| Gen | Game | Pokédex entry |
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| II | Gold | It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea because its powers are too strong. |
| Silver | It is said to be the guardian of the seas. It is rumored to have been seen on the night of a storm. | |
| Crystal | It has an incredible ability to calm raging storms. It is said that Lugia appears when storms start. | |
| Stadium 2 | It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea because its powers are too strong. | |
| III | Ruby | Lugia's wings pack devastating power - a light fluttering of its wings can blow apart regular houses. As a result, this Pokémon chooses to live out of sight deep under the sea. |
| Sapphire | Lugia's wings pack devastating power - a light fluttering of its wings can blow apart regular houses. As a result, this Pokémon chooses to live out of sight deep under the sea. | |
| Emerald | Lugia is so powerful even a light fluttering of its wings can blow apart houses. As a result, it chooses to live out of sight deep under the sea. | |
| FireRed | It is said to be the guardian of the seas. It is rumored to have been seen on the night of a storm. | |
| LeafGreen | It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea because its powers are too strong. | |
| IV | Diamond | It slumbers at the bottom of a deep trench. It is said that when Lugia flaps its wings, there will be a non-stop storm that goes on for 40 days. |
| Pearl | It slumbers at the bottom of a deep trench. It is said that when Lugia flaps its wings, there will be a non-stop storm that goes on for 40 days. |
Game locations
| Gen | Game | Rarity | Location |
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| II | Pokémon Gold and Silver | One | Whirl Islands |
| Pokémon Crystal | One | Whirl Islands | |
| III | Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire | None | Trade |
| Pokémon Emerald | One | Navel Rock (requires Mysticticket) | |
| Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen | One | Navel Rock (requires Mysticticket) | |
| Pokémon Colosseum | None | Trade | |
| Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness | One | Citadark Isle (Shadow) | |
| IV | Pokémon Diamond and Pearl | None | Pal Park |
| Pal Park | Mountain |
In side games
| Game | Location |
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| Pokémon Trozei! | Random Agent Cards Mr. Who's Den |
| Pokémon Mystery Dungeon | Silver Trench (99F) |
| Pokémon Mystery Dungeon 2 | Surrounded Sea (B18F) |
Base stats
| HP: | 106 | |
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| Attack: | 90 | |
| Defense: | 130 | |
| SpAtk: | 90 | |
| SpDef: | 154 | |
| Speed: | 110 |
Type effectiveness
| Weakness | Resistance | |
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Learnset
Lugia is capable of learning the following moves.
Moves in bold are damage moves to which STAB apply.
By leveling up
| Level | Generation II | Generation III | Generation IV |
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| Start | Aeroblast | Whirlwind | Whirlwind |
| 9 | Safeguard | ||
| 11 | Safeguard | Safeguard | |
| 15 | Gust | ||
| 22 | Gust | Gust | |
| 23 | Recover | ||
| 23 | Hydro Pump | ||
| 33 | Recover | Recover | |
| 37 | Rain Dance | ||
| 43 | Swift | ||
| 44 | Hydro Pump | Hydro Pump | |
| 51 | Natural Gift | ||
| 55 | Rain Dance | Rain Dance | |
| 57 | AncientPower | ||
| 65 | Extrasensory | ||
| 66 | Swift | Swift | |
| 71 | Punishment | ||
| 77 | Whirlwind | Aeroblast | |
| 79 | Future Sight | ||
| 85 | Aeroblast | ||
| 88 | AncientPower | AncientPower | |
| 93 | Calm Mind | ||
| 99 | Future Sight | Future Sight | Sky Attack |
By TM/HM
By breeding
Lugia cannot be bred by trainers.
By tutoring
Special moves
In Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness, Lugia knows Shadow Blast, Shadow Down, Shadow Shed and Shadow Storm as a Shadow Pokémon, and learns FeatherDance and Psycho Boost after being purified.
Side game data
| Pokémon Trozei! | ||
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| Rarity: Rare |
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| Pokémon Mystery Dungeon | ||
| Body size: 4 | Recruit Rate: 99.9% | Friend Area: Deep-Sea Current |
| Phrases | ||
| 51%-100% HP | My power is with you! | |
| 26%-50% HP | Hm! Already, my health is in half? | |
| 1%-25% HP | I'm ready to fall... Who knew my power would fail me? | |
| Level Up | My level has risen like my power.
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Evolution
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Basic
Lugia
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Sprites
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| I | Red | Blue | Yellow | Red (Ja) | Green | Back |
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| II | Gold | Silver | Crystal | Back | ||
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| III | Ruby | Sapphire | Emerald | FireRed | LeafGreen | Back |
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| IV | Diamond | Pearl | Back | |||
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For other sprites and images, please see Lugia images on Bulbagarden Archives.Trivia
- Lugia is one of the three legendary Pokémon whose location has changed between generations.
- Lugia is so far the only legendary Pokémon to appear in three consecutive regular Pokémon episodes.
- The fins on Lugia's back, tail and around its eyes have been seen equally as black or blue.
- Lugia is the only legendary Pokémon in the anime to be seen being able to produce offspring.
Origin
Lugia is based on Ryūjin.
Name origin
Lugia's name may come from Lutetium, a silverish element. Possibly also lugeo, meaning to lie dormant, alluding to the way Lugia lies at the bottom of the sea. The Lu- may come from luna, meaning moon.
In other languages
Related Articles
External links
- Article on Wikipedia
- Beneath the Waves, the fanlisting for Lugia at The Anime Fanlistings Network
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