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Kingdedede: Edits suggested. Omega needs to be added and more things for gyaoon

== Name ==

This page needs to be renamed, to something like "Unused Artwork" or "Unused Concept Art", due to the fact that somethings are not Pokémon. Also, am I the only one who sees a massive relation between {{p|Raichu}} and Honouguma, {{p|Cyndaquil}}? Nah it looks to me to be more of a possible Raichu evolution. - [[User:Ferret|Ferret]] 19:32, 19 Jul 2005 (UTC)

> Why would Raichu evolve into a Pokemon without "chu" in it's name, who according to it's own name is a Fire-type? {{unsigned|Zeta}}

They were trying something different maybe? It just seems to bear an amazing resemblance. - [[User:Ferret|Ferret]]

Did you guys think it was a pre-version of Teddiursa, but maybe scrapped when it was too related to Raichu. It is a bear, and a bear pokemon was released in Johto.
[[User:Firemaker|Firemaker]]

== Article ==

So, Bulbapedia has an article about Unreleased Pokémon, huh? Now all we need is an article on ''Fake'' Pokémon. - [[User:Pokencyclopedia|Pokencyclopedia]]

== Validity issues ==

I've always found those sketches rather dubious now that I think about it. Where did they originally come from? Is there any proof at all that they are original concept art? - [[User:Ferret|Ferret]] 22:40, 29 June 2006 (UTC)

: Excellent question. However, I do know I remember seeing them way back then on PokéFor (note the fine print on the images) around the release of G/S. - [[User:Zhen Lin|振霖]][[User talk:Zhen Lin|T]] 02:19, 30 June 2006 (UTC)

:The ones that were obviously scanned look like Sugimori's style, especially the trainers. So, at the very least, "Unnamed Mammal" and "Unnamed Turtle" are real. One can even see the turtle with Tyranitar in the Male Trainer art. I don't know what those other rough sketches are, though. They aren't Sugimori. --[[User:Argy|Argy]] 05:04, 30 June 2006 (UTC)

== Commentary issues ==

'''Unnamed mammal'''

''The Unnamed mammal has been said to resemble Hitmontop or Meowth''
:Really? I definately see some {{p|Wigglytuff}} in there! [[User:Fabu-Vinny|FabuVinny]] 17:20, 26 November 2005 (CST)
::This is gonna sound weird, but something about the design reminds me of {{p|Snubbull}}. It's the blue collar on a pink creature thing, I think. --[[User:Pie|Pie]] ~[[User talk:Pie|♪]][[Special:Contributions/Pie|♫]] 14:58, 6 March 2007 (UTC)

'''Kurusu'''

''This creature resembles a seal, but doesn't seem to have much relation to any Pokémon as of yet''
: [[Image:Alpha kurusu.png]][[Image:086Seel.png|200px]]
: --[[User:Fabu-Vinny|FabuVinny]] 14:52, 6 March 2007 (UTC)

'''Unnamed turtle'''

''A turtle Pokémon that was never released. It's possible it was later heavily reworked into Torkoal.''
:Am I the only one who sees Swampert's head in there? --[[User:Fabu-Vinny|FabuVinny]] 14:52, 6 March 2007 (UTC)

== Pictures ==

What website are those pictures from?--[[User:Ambipom|Ambipom]]--

== Other names and additional info ==

Back when Gold and Silver were about to come out, i remember there was an article in Gamepro magazine about the Japanese Gold and Silver that had a LOOONG list of beta Japanese names for the new pokemon, and the same article also had a few temporary English names. The ones I remember: Artibull instead of Smeargle and Xoqo instead of Xatu. Only problem is, that article is long gone. Can anyone help out?
--[[User: Jurgen200|Jurgen200]]--

Check out this list...

*152 Chikorita Chicolita
*153 Bayleef Beifiru
*154 Meganium Meganiumi
*155 Cyndaquil Hinoarashi
*156 Quilava Magumarashi
*157 Typhlosion Bakufun
*158 Totodile Waninoko
*159 Croconaw Arigeitsu
*160 Feraligatr Odairu
*161 Sentret Otachi
*162 Furret Ootachi
*163 Hoothoot Hoho
*164 Noctowl Yorunozuku
*165 Ledyba Rediba
*166 Ledian Redeian
*167 Spinarak Itomaru
*168 Araidos Araidosu
*169 Kurobat Kuroba
*170 Chinchou Chonchi
*171 Lanturn Rantan
*172 Pichu Pichu
*173 Cleffa Pi
*174 Igglybuff Pupurin
*175 Togepi Togepi
*176 Togetic Togechikku
*177 Natee Neitei
*178 Natotem Neiteio
*179 Mareep Meripu
*180 Skiploom Mokoko
*181 Centerity Denryu
*182 Bellossom Kireihana
*183 Marill Mariru
*184 Azumarill Mariruri
*185 Sudowoodo Usokki
*186 Politoed Myorotono
*187 Hoppip Hane
*188 Flaffy Popo
*189 Jumpluff Watakko
*190 Aipom Eipamu
*191 Sunkern Himanattsu
*192 Sunflora Kimawari
*193 Dunsparce Yanyanma
*194 Ampharos Upa
*195 Quagsire Nuoh
*196 Espeon Efui
*197 Umbreon Burakki
*198 Murkrow Yamikarasu
*199 Slowking Yadoking
*200 Trillix Muuma
*201 ????? Annon
*202 Crashin Sonansu
*203 Girafarig Kirinriki
*204 Skarmory Kunugidama
*205 Forretress Fuoretosu
*206 Duglari Nokocchi
*207 Gligar Guraiga
*208 Steelix Haganeru
*209 Snubbull Buru
*210 Granbull Guranburu
*211 Wobbuffet Harisen
*212 Scizor Hassamu
*213 Octorock Tsubotsubo
*214 Heracross Herakuroso
*215 Misdreavus Nyuura
*216 Moonlite Himeguma
*217 Soloar Ringuma
*218 Slugma Magumaggu
*219 Magcargo Magukarugo
*220 Swinub Urimu
*221 Sirnub Inomu
*222 Corsola Sanigo
*223 Remoraid Teppouo
*224 Octillery Okutan
*225 Delibird Deribado
*226 Mantine Maintain
*227 Wooper Eamudo
*228 Houndour Derubiru
*229 Houndoom Heruga
*230 Kingdra Kingudora
*231 Phanpy Gomazou
*232 Donphan Donfuyan
*233 Porygon 2 Porygon 2
*234 Stantler Odoshishi
*235 Artibull Doburu
*236 Hitmontot Baruki
*237 Hitmontop Kapoera
*238 Smoochum Muchura
*239 Elekid Erekid
*240 Magby Bubii
*241 Miltank Mirutanku
*242 Blissey Hapinasu
*243 Raikou Raikou
*244 Entei Entei
*245 Suicune Suikun
*246 Larvitar Yogirasu
*247 Pupitar Sanagirasu
*248 Tyranitar Bangirasu
*249 Lugia Lugia
*250 Ho-Oh Houou
*251 Selebi Serebeii

[http://maxpages.com/ashversusgary/Gold_Silver_Pokedex Source]
--[[User:Ambipom|Ambipom]]--
:Seems as if some, like Flaaffy and Skiploom, are flipped. --'''[[User:TTEchidna|T]][[User talk:TTEchidna|T]][[wp:Echidna|Echidna]]''' 22:52, 30 June 2007 (UTC)

::Wow, I actually remember those lists from back when G/S wasn't out in English yet. Every site had their own list of names that were confirmed, then had potential names that had been registered as copyrights or whatever listed somewhere and had people try to figure out which name went to which Pokémon.

::So, of course, the reason a few of them are mixed around is because the list was made when we could see what names had been registered (domain names of each Pokémon's name usually get registered by Nintendo ahead of time, or something like that); nobody knew what a Skiploom actually was, so Flaaffy ended up with the name Skiploom in most fans' lists (I guess nobody noticed the hop-skip-jump thing.)

::There's even a few of the common misspellings of the Japanese names that showed up in a lot of magazines and stuff before G/S's English release. "Hane"/"Popo" instead of Hanekko/Popokko, for example. With those in the list, I'm actually surprised the list doesn't have "Yanyan" listed as Umbreon/Burakki's Japanese name--that was a disturbingly common slip-up that magazines used to make back then.

::I do remember some of those names, but as far as I know "Natee" and "Natotem" never actually came from any sort of official source (either stated in Nintendo Power or registered online somewhere)--I actually remember talking about how "Xatu" and "Xoqo" (the guesses for Natu and Xatu's names at the time) were good names once, and someone randomly butted in and said that they should be named "something like Naytee or Natotem" instead. So yeah, those two are definitely fan-made names, probably made by people who wanted Cheesy Cram-Two-Words-Together Names and didn't like the much-more-interesting ones like Xatu. I also don't remember "Octorock" as a name for Tsubotsubo--and it's extremely unlikely that Nintendo was ever considering it, since it's already the name of a well-known Zelda monster. [[User:Zdododododo|Zdododododo]] 07:42, 25 July 2007 (UTC)

::The dodgy Maxpages fansites aside, here is what turned up from google searches of "Artibull" "Trillix" "Duglari" and "Xoqo":
http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/archive/index.php?t-19796.html [THIS GUY KNOWS WHAT HE'S TALKING ABOUT]
http://www.woodrecords.com/megahangout/Pokedex_4_Gold_and_Silver [early list, including the games they're found in]
http://maxpages.com/pokemonil/Gold_and_Silver_English_Names
http://maxpages.com/pokepapparazzi/Pokemon
http://www.gamefaqs.com/portable/gbcolor/file/198308/9132 [japanese walkthru with english names pasted in - confused names in the pokedex]
http://theoparadise.tripod.com/oldnews.htm [scroll down for pokemon list]
http://guidesarchive.ign.com/guides/11154/marowak.html ["guardia"]
http://www.pokebeach.com/pokemon.shtml [has all the beta names for red blue pkmn]
http://www.angelfire.com/md2/lugia149/list.html [all correct except for xoqo and torvado]
http://www.math.miami.edu/~jam/azure/forum/tuff/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=7;t=001495 [forum chatter about name confusion]
http://members.fortunecity.com/putobracker/90.html [artibull and hitmontot, however its foreign]
http://maxpages.com/tecnospokemon/POKEMON_GOLD_AND_SILVER_ATTACK ["milk berry" is the beta "milk drink" attack btw]
http://maxpages.com/tecnospokemon/NEW_GOLD_AND_SILVER_ATTACKS_2
http://pokemaniac2948.tripod.com/Attacks/ [funny guessed attack names - atom force and gang beating lol]
http://members.tripod.com/alyshakitty/pokedex2.html
http://members.tripod.com/alyshakitty/pokedex2p3.html
http://members.tripod.com/alyshakitty/pokedex2p4.html
http://members.tripod.com/alyshakitty/pokedex2p5.html
All of the Kanto names mentioned on these and other websites are genuine beta names. The poster included with my first edition 2BA Master CD had about 15 out 150 pokemon with the bizarre beta names like "dragoon" and "Guardia". These names are on the Pokemon's individual pages but they should be collected together. Same with the gold and silver names, at least a paragraph explaining the confusion that occurred among the fans. Sorry if this entry is too long and rambly :) [[User:Jurgen200|Jurgen200]]

I remember something like that in a magazine too, with beta images of the pokemon w/beta names. I lost it though. I think it was in Beckett.
[[User: Firemaker|Firemaker]]

what are crashin, trillix and number 201?- ''unsigned comment from {{u|Nobody777}} ([[User talk:Nobody777|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Nobody777|contribs]]) ''
:Crashin (Sonansu) is {{p|Wobbuffet}}, Trillix (Muuma) is {{p|Misdreavus}}, and ????? (Annon) is {{p|Unown}}. ([[User:Yaminokame|Yaminokame]] 13:41, 27 January 2010 (UTC))

==Is honouguma somehow related to the [[Pikachu]] and [[Marill]], much like the three birds?==
[[File:183Marill.png|150px]][[File:Alpha honouguma.png|150px]][[File:025Pikachu.png|150px]] 
Am I the only one to see a connection here? - [[User:Yukushi wisdom|Yukushi wisdom]] 19:15, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
:Hmm... Yeah, I see one. '''[[User:TTEchidna|TTE]][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 01:16, 20 November 2007 (UTC)
::Yeah... [[User:SpecialK|SpecialK Leiks Lucario and The Celebi Glitch]] 14:45, 3 January 2010 (UTC)

== Unown ==

Those "unreleased" Unown don't have to be unreleased.

*They don't count as Beta Pokémon because they were revealed after the release of Gold/Silver.
*I doubt they were ever meant to exist in games. They might be just anime-made.
*The pictures of Unowns seen in third movie are just pictures of several drawings of Unown. They may be a pure fiction. That's possible that these Unowns never existed, but someone drew them like that.

This page is about Pokémon which didn't make it to the final game. Those Unowns aren't one of them. They are anime-wank and no one says they were ever meant to exist. Those pictures in the movie were just DRAWINGS made by PEOPLE, not photos of real Unown. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 18:15, 15 January 2008 (UTC)
:Well the ! and ? Unown are proof that more Unown designs were being considered for the next games, so they should be added[[User:Vuvuzela2010|Vuvuzela2010]] 11:35, 9 October 2010 (UTC)
::They are no such thing. There's no evidence that the ! and ? Unown were planned since Gold and Silver. We just know that they were added in FRLG. Besides, this topice is like two and a half years old. --[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] 11:39, 9 October 2010 (UTC)
:::well the film was released not long before Kecleon, Wailmer and Azurill were revealed, a year I think, and their designs were exactly the same as they look now, so they had possibly finalized a good number Ruby/Sapphire pokemon by then (I dont know when the pics of Treecko, Torchic and 'Latiken' were taken however, I am also unsure how long it takes them to make the films(they are usually crap so probably not long)), besides they could have just used pics of the 26 original unowns[[User:Vuvuzela2010|Vuvuzela2010]] 21:13, 9 October 2010 (UTC)

== "2v2" Template? ==

There's a template on the top of the page, and I don't know what it is supposed to be, could someone figure that out and fix it? [[User:Theininen|Theininen]] 16:01, 11 May 2008 (UTC)

:It's been taken care of. --[[User:Politoed666|ニョロトノ]][[User talk:Politoed666|''666'']] 16:06, 11 May 2008 (UTC)

::Thanks for that. [[User:Theininen|Theininen]] 16:29, 11 May 2008 (UTC)

== octorok comment ==

kirby has an ally named "chuchu" thats also zelda[[User:Whatswithalltheextraspace|Whatswithalltheextraspace]] 23:37, 12 August 2008 (UTC)
::Zelda's Chuchus didn't show up until LONG after Kirby's Dreamland 3. Plus, they're both gooey blob monsters that can stick to things, so it could be that the Zelda one was actually named after the Kirby one (or both were named after some other non-videogame-related thing... Japanese game/anime/etc. characters tend to have names like that pretty often.)[[User:Zdododododo|Zdododododo]] 19:39, 25 September 2008 (UTC)

== Page Title ==

The page title says unreleased Pokémon, yet there are designs of prototype player characters that definitely aren't Pokémon. I want to move the psge to something more appropriate, but what?--[[User:Kuki|Kuki]][[User talk:Kuki|Talk]] 00:25, 27 November 2008 (UTC)
:Maybe something like Unreleased Concept Artwork would be more accurate? Although since some of these are from magazines, saying the artwork itself is unreleased wouldn't be true...so something like Beta Concept Artwork? [[User:Lucentas|Lucentas]] 00:40, 27 November 2008 (UTC)
::Sometimes it's better to keep it simple. This is one of those times. [[User:GlinnMgraw|'''Glinn]] [[User_talk:GlinnMgraw|Mgraw''']] 07:22, 27 November 2008 (UTC)

== Pikachu.. ==

Does that really count? It's still Pikachu,it's just a little bigger(like a lot of the pre-anime designs,just look at the starters),and I'm pretty sure that came out after the games were released. Also,but offtopic,with Leaf..Should it be said she is Leaf? [[User:Lovely Rose|Lovely Rose]] 03:48, 26 June 2009 (UTC)

== Charizard.. ==

Should we include the Charizard from the same art as the Pikachu? It has a larger jaw then a regular Charizard, and is larger. [[User:Lovely Rose|Lovely Rose]] 17:05, 8 September 2009 (UTC)
:Many Pokémon designs change over the years. It's a completely different matter. It's simply early art, not really an unreleased thing. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 14:49, 3 January 2010 (UTC)

== unnamed turtle ==

In the male trainer section, the unnamed turtle is in the picture. Does this suggest that it is early art for {{p|Squirtle}}? [[User:Turtwig A|Turt]][[wig]] [[Turtwig (Pokémon)|A]] ([[User talk:Turtwig A|talk]] | [[Special:Contributions/Turtwig A|contribs]]) 23:50, 5 January 2010 (UTC)

Most likely not since in that same picture one can see Tyranitar and other beta-Pokemon most likely from Gen II. As ar as I know it's a cover of a magazine that was suppose to report about the next Generation of Pokemon (or at least about plans). [[User:Ariano|Ariano]] 06:46, 24 March 2012 (UTC)
::I have the magazine in question. Unfortunately, there is no information on Gold/Silver within. The only indication of them is the cover itself. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 00:18, 25 March 2012 (UTC)
:::Hmmm... Most likely it's still not about Gen I Pokemon since it's from 1997... It could've been a "hint" of new games in development. [[User:Ariano|Ariano]] 06:44, 25 March 2012 (UTC)

== Starters? ==

Could Kurusu and Honoguma have originally been intended to be the Water and Fire Starters to go with Happa? [[User:Taromon777|'''''Taromon''''']] 14:29, 26 January 2010 (UTC)

== Does anyone remember this? ==

i just remember when I was a kid i had a magazine that showed all the then 100 new Pokémon. But they we're not in their Sugimori art. And I can't remember if they had their English names. If anyone remember, would it be useful?--'''[[User:Midnight Blue|Midnight]] [[User talk:Midnight Blue|''Blue'']]''' 05:08, 15 February 2010 (UTC)

if you can remember the name of the magazine and what issue and maybe post them on the talk page maybe they can be qualified as unreleased.--[[User:Nobody777|Nobody777]] 17:49, 15 February 2010 (UTC)

== Torchic and blaziken beta art ==

From did that art come from???--[[User:Nobody777|Nobody777]] 18:48, 18 February 2010 (UTC)
:I've seen that in 151chan (posted by a very trustable person). It seems to be photographed from some gallery. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 18:51, 18 February 2010 (UTC)

are there anymore pictures we can post or at least a reference??--[[User:Nobody777|Nobody777]] 19:26, 19 February 2010 (UTC)

== Green? It's BLUE! and other conflicts involving the Character section ==

I was reading a scanlation of Pokémon Special when I saw one of the pics that's in
this article in it!(It's the black-and-white pic of Red, Green, and Blue with thier fully-evolved starters.) I was immediatly reminded of the article and went to it, sure that the page
said that the pic was beta art.

And I was wrong, but I saw something else!

The page said that the girl in the aforementioned pic was Green.

Either Green had a gender change or the article's wrong!

Here's who's who- with the boys equated with their Anime counterparts-

Red-"Ash"

Green-"Gary"

Blue-the girl

The article needs fixing, but since this also goes into parts I don't know about-
I'm still reading Red-Green-Blue- I can't fully proofread it.

Also, I think the book under the color pic showing Red, Green, and Blue with
thier unevolved starters is Pokemon Special- at least a copy of it.
[[User:ThaPoketrix|ThePoketrix]] 22:24, 1 August 2010 (UTC)
:The rival's name is Blue. He's known as Blue when he's an NPC in GSC and HGSS as a Gym Leader. However, he is known as Green in Japanese. As such, the girl's name would be Green, or Blue in Japanese, as was done in the manga. '''~ [[User:Sol|sol]][[User talk:Sol|ar]][[Special:Contributions/Sol|is]]''' 22:30, 1 August 2010 (UTC)
::Some fans have a tendency to mix Japanese names with English (especially in the case of Blue/Green). But they're not right. Trust official sources, not scanslations made by fans. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 07:33, 2 August 2010 (UTC)

== Who is that? ==

Who is supposed to be riding the Latias/Blaziken Pokemon in the artwork? [[User:Flyingtypefan|Flyingtypefan]] 23:30, 30 August 2010 (UTC)
:Some unused trainer obviously. Maybe they should have their own entry?--[[User:Pokelova|''Poké'']][[User talk:Pokelova|lova!]] 04:29, 31 August 2010 (UTC)
Does anyone else think so? [[User:Flyingtypefan|Flyingtypefan]] 06:06, 31 August 2010 (UTC)
::This very artwork was later heavily remade by Sugimori into a scene artwork with actual Latias and Latios. There's a girl that rides that Latios on that art. This isn't really the same girl but she looks a bit similar. You know which artwork I mean, don't you? --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 07:50, 31 August 2010 (UTC)
:::Unfortunately, no. I didn't really pay attention to art and stuff with Gen III. Can you show me the art?--[[User:Pokelova|''Poké'']][[User talk:Pokelova|lova!]] 11:18, 31 August 2010 (UTC)
::::It's at [[a:File:Latias_Latios.png]]. But I don't know if it's that important to this article-- unlike some of the Pokémon or characters on this page, this character probably was never intended to appear in any game. Methinks this artwork is merely intended to be just that, artwork. It doesn't have to correspond with anything from any game. --[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] 12:10, 31 August 2010 (UTC)
:::::She's still an unreleased character with beta art.--[[User:Pokelova|''Poké'']][[User talk:Pokelova|lova!]] 12:18, 31 August 2010 (UTC)
::::::Should she be referenced to then? {{unsigned|Lovely Rose}}

== Unnamed Turtle And Shuckle? ==

Though the article states it is similar to Squirtle, could it possibly be an evolved form of Shuckle? They both have a shell, they both have similarly shaped heads and considering Shuckle was introduced in generation II, it could have been an expansion on the family. Think of the expansions on gen II families in gen IV. This could have been the same thing. I do agree, however, it does look like Squirtle though. [[User:FrozenStrategy|FrozenStrategy]] 19:32, 2 September 2010 (UTC)

== Unknown Pokemopolis Pokemon ==

During the episode The Ancient Puzzle of Pokemopolis, Brock is seen holding a statue of an unknown pokemon, worth a mention I think.
http://www.serebii.net/anime/pictures/indigo/074ps1.shtml

[[User:Vuvuzela2010|Vuvuzela2010]] 04:20, 29 September 2010 (UTC)
:Wow, nice find. Definitely needs a mention. Perhaps the last one is trapped in the GS Ball :D And re-watching the episode, perhaps also the statues in sequence shortly after: [http://www.serebii.net/anime/pictures/indigo/074ps2.shtml here]. I'm surprised no one noticed this before. I guess everyone repressed the memory of that horrifying french accent. - [[User:DanPMK|MK]] ([[User Talk:DanPMK|t]]/[[Special:contributions/DanPMK|c]]) 04:43, 29 September 2010 (UTC)
::Celebi is in the GS Ball. Kurt ate it. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 04:49, 29 September 2010 (UTC)
:::Heh. Closest Pokémon that frame fits is Teddiursa, but the difference is enough that I'd call it unknown. - [[User:DanPMK|MK]] ([[User Talk:DanPMK|t]]/[[Special:contributions/DanPMK|c]]) 04:51, 29 September 2010 (UTC)
::::I am now almost certain that the artifact is Honoguma with round ears, as they are both bear-like, have similar builds, obviously the markings would not normaly be part of the Pokemon, as the Psyduck artifact, Giant Gengar, Giant Alakazam & Giant Jigglypuff have similar markings, anybody else see the resemblance?[[User:Vuvuzela2010|Vuvuzela2010]] 12:17, 9 October 2010 (UTC)

== "Resembles" ==

Can we excise all the speculation about what a released Pokémon each unreleased Pokémon somewhat resembles? Isn't it entirely possible that these Pokémon are entirely unreleased and in no way influenced the design of later Pokémon? [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 09:13, 8 October 2010 (UTC)
:Well, for most of them from Generation II and onward, it's pretty obvious which later designs they influenced; take Happa for instance, it's obviously a beta Chikorita. But I wouldn't be against removing the speculation about the pre-Generation II art, such as the "unnamed turtle". --[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] 10:51, 8 October 2010 (UTC)
::Yes, I think the info that is obviously rubbish should be removed, such as Honoguma (a bear, & a starter) being related to Raichu, & Kurusu (also a starter) being a pre-evo of Seel or Lapras (no resemblance whatsoever), also, I cannot see any resemblance between the Turtle & Turtwig (yet another starter), & it is highly unlikely to be an evo of Squirtle (someone was obviously obsessed with starters!), the about the Turtle & Purutoga should stay however, since the similarities are pretty undeniable, the bit about Torkoal might as well stay too.[[User:Vuvuzela2010|Vuvuzela2010]] 11:29, 8 October 2010 (UTC)
:::I happen to have the full artwork of the turtle and can say that it has very little resemblance to Purutoga. I think rather than having an actual relation they just have similar design themes, both being turtles and all. For example, the new electric flying squirrel resembles Pachirisu, but they're not related. They simply follow typical themes standard for a Pokemon of that type. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 00:39, 9 October 2010 (UTC)
::::couldn't the relation between the old turtle and new turtle be that the old one was scrapped concept art that was revived for the new generation when they decided to discount the old pokemon and make this one completely new?--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 20:28, 23 January 2011 (UTC)

== EP072 thing ==

I wouldn't really try to search for any meaning in that bear-like thing from EP072. It's a random thing, most likely created for the anime only. It has no meaning. There's no evidence that it was ever intended to be a Pokemon. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 18:22, 31 October 2010 (UTC)
:Looking into it, it's a painted Psyduck figure.--'''[[User:Immewnity|''immewnity'']][[User talk:Immewnity|the]][[Special:Contributions/Immewnity|mew]]''' 14:30, 21 November 2010 (UTC)
::There is a Psyduck artifact, but thats not what this is about.[[User:Vuvuzela2010|Vuvuzela2010]] 14:40, 21 November 2010 (UTC)
:::the one that brock is holding looks more bear-ish and isn't yellow--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 20:25, 23 January 2011 (UTC)

== Ok, Really? ==

I know the pink top looks like Hitmontop but it looks clearly like a Clefairy as well, and Cleffa came the next generation did it not? The "Meoth whiskers" thing is a bit vaque though. But can we at least mention Clefairy? --[[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']]''' 20:17, 23 December 2010 (UTC)

== Turtle ==

couldn't the relation between the old turtle and new turtle be that the old one was scrapped concept art that was revived for the new generation when they decided to discount the old pokemon and make this one completely new?--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 00:35, 22 January 2011 (UTC)
:Hellooo anyone care to comment?--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 22:08, 15 February 2011 (UTC)
::That's just speculation, we don't know that. And its not like Shellos and Gastordon, which were saved for the next generation, there is a 3 Generation (and 10 year) difference. Also, the artwork we currently have doesn't show the whole Pokemon, so untill we have that, we can't really speculate about this (if someone knows where to find the original, non-cropped artwork, please post it). '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 23:59, 15 February 2011 (UTC)
:::someone on the resembles thread says they have it.--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 21:40, 16 February 2011 (UTC)
::::Yes, I spotted that yesterday, I've posted a comment on their talk page, but thanks for mentioning that anyway. Still no reply though :( If it turns out to be a dead end, I might look around the web myself, though where to find a reliable, non-fan-created picture is the problem. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 21:47, 16 February 2011 (UTC)

== Arachnoid ==
In the episode "The Superhero Secret" there is a strange arachnoid. It can be seen on this page [http://www.serebii.net/anime/pictures/johto/140ps5.shtml]
[[User:Kodde|Kodde]] 11:35, 22 January 2011 (UTC)
:That's [[Team Rocket|team rocket]]'s robot--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 04:06, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
No it isn't. If you watch the episode you can see that it dosen't move mechanicaly and it dosen't say anywhere that it is team Rockets robot. [[User:Kodde|Kodde]] 10:03, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:Having just watched the episode, it would certainly seem to be a Pokemon, even if it is just supposed to be a prop (it even has a cry), though it would have been created for just this episode (though it's not the first anime-exclusive Pokemon). It is odd however, that they did not just use a giant Spinarak. It should be added, if you want to add it feel free, though I will probably get round to adding it tommorrow.'''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 17:47, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
::It's a fictional monster. Fictional from the Pokémon world's point of view too. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 18:13, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:::In other words, it is a fictional Pokemon, like how some legendaries are seen in universe to be fictional? Still worth noting. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 19:05, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:::That's obivously not what Maxim ment. That thing is obviously not ment to be a Pokémon. It's only ment to be a fictional monster for Gligarman to fight. If you're going to include that thing, you may as well include the Mongoose from Ghost of Madien's Peak episode or the worm Pidgeotto ate in episode 3, or the "Legendary Water Pokémon" Misty imagined in the Slowpoke Enlightenment episode Etc.[[User:PDL|PDL]] 19:31, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
::::But we don't know if it is ''not'' a Pokemon for certain, though I wouldnt say the others should be included, the mongoose is just Gastly, and I think the worm is just meant to be a real worm. I have not seen the Slowpoke episode however, so I cannot say anything about that thing (though I am getting it up on my laptop now). '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 20:02, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:::::It was shown only in a fictional story of Gligarman. So, it's reasonable to assume that it doesn't exist in the Pokemon world. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 20:07, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
::::::oooooh that one okay that shouldn't count because that looks like it's in one of those old giant spider-godzilla movies.--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 20:22, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
If you think it shouldnt be on the page, then you can remove it, though I still feel it should be in the article, as it is for ''Unreleased Pokemon'', and even though it may be fictional, it is still seems highly likely that it is a fictional Pokemon, and thus releavant to the article. As for not existing in the Pokemon world, with the possible exeption of the EP072 bear, none of the unreleased Pokemon on this page would exist in the Pokemon world either... '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 20:25, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:okay then that makes sense--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 21:33, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:Perhaps it would be better to have a separate list for "Non-Pokémon" creatures and keep this entry specifically about Unreleased or beta Pokémon '''As they are ment to appear in the games'''. Anime only stuff hardly counts. [[User:PDL|PDL]] 23:06, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
::While I disagree with your ''Anime only stuff hardly counts'' comment, as the anime is often used to showcase unreleased Pokemon (like Togepi, the gold Ho-Oh in EP001, or possibly the bear with a rather striking resemblance to Honoguma in EP072), the seperate list doesn't sound like a bad idea actually. Though I would prefer the name '''List of disputed Pokemon''' or something along those lines, as there is already a list for [[animals|non-Pokemon]]. This page would need to be renamed to reflect the change, unless the list would simply be a new section on this page? '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 23:47, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:::Then I wonder why [[Zapmolcuno]] isn't here. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 10:42, 24 January 2011 (UTC)
::::I was refraining from adding it, incase everything was to be moved around. Same goes for [[Venustoise]], the unreleased Unown forms seen in [[M03]], the Sun and the Fairy seen in the book of Legendary Pokemon in [[M03]], the wooden Celebi seen in [[M04]], and the creature attacking Alto Mare at the start of [[M05]]. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 17:52, 24 January 2011 (UTC)
Perhaps we really should keep this page for Pokémon artwork that's explicitly "beta". Anime appearences of "non-Pokémon" should really go to a different page. [[User:PDL|PDL]] 00:42, 29 January 2011 (UTC)

I think that We should add the ones mentioned above as they are ''presumably'' pokémon and I think we should add a section for pokemon appearing only in the manga that have no natural explanation such as Zapmolcuno and the manga dialga/palkia fusion statue at eterna city (there is a picture of it on the eterna city talk page).--[[User:Nobody777|Nobody777]] 17:58, 17 February 2011 (UTC)
:they should be added, but for now, you can add them to this page
:[[User:Vuvuzela2010/Disputed Pokémon]]
:'''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 19:26, 17 February 2011 (UTC)

== Kurusu = Daikenki/Samurott? ==

Does anybody here see a resemblance between the unreleased Kurusu and the 5th-Gen Samurott/Daikenki?

[[File:Alpha kurusu.png|300px|Kurusu]]

[[File:503Samurott.png|300px|Samurott]]
--[[User:Bad Grim|Bad Grim]] 04:52, 1 March 2011 (UTC)
:Um..... No. They're vaguely the same shape and that's it. [[User:Ikarishipper900|Ikarishipper900]] 04:00, 6 May 2011 (UTC)

I see it... Quadrupeds, probably water-type, maybe a very old possibility for Oshawott?
[[User:Shinyzubat123|Shinyzubat123]] 21:22, 4 December 2011 (UTC)

The similarity is as obvious as between Honoguma, Pikachu/Raichu and Marill... [[User:Ariano|Ariano]] 06:41, 24 March 2012 (UTC)

==Bellossom? Jynx?==
If Bellossom is on here for a color change, shouldn't Jynx be as well? To be honest I feel like Bellossom being on here is a little sketchy since the dark blue coloring was obviously released. However, if Bellossom is valid, Jynx should be on here too, right? [[User:Ikarishipper900|Ikarishipper900]] 03:59, 6 May 2011 (UTC)
:No. Jynx was originally black and released as black coloured, but it was changed along the course of the franchise. While Bellossom was previewed to be dark blue, but was changed to a green colour before release.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F''']][[Reshiram (Pokémon)|orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F''']][[Zekrom (Pokémon)|ire]] 09:31, 6 May 2011 (UTC)
::But wasn't this official GSC artwork? Why is that considered before release? [[User:Ikarishipper900|Ikarishipper900]] 04:38, 7 May 2011 (UTC)

== More unreleased Pokemon - Japanese translation needed ==

In the Capsule Monsters sketches, [http://img825.imageshack.us/img825/3897/pkmn1285890995744.jpg one shows two unreleased Pokemon, with their numbers and possibly Pokedex entries]. Can someone please translate this? {{unsigned|Vuvuzela2010}}
:The bug is Papyō and the cat is Buhī.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 15:30, 22 June 2011 (UTC)
::[http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/8/8a/Pokemon_conceptart.jpg And here's three new Pokés:] the lizard is '''Godzillante''', the ape is '''Gorillaimo''' and the Dragon is '''Dragon4'''.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 17:53, 22 June 2011 (UTC)
:::Thanks for that! I've added them all in now. Do you know what the text entries next to those five Pokemon say? It looks like it could be a Pokedex entry, or maybe it says what type they are? '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 20:39, 22 June 2011 (UTC)
::::I can't really translate Japanese text; I mainly just romanize katakana and hiragana.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 20:49, 22 June 2011 (UTC)
:::::I'd personally make a separate section, or maybe even separate article for Capsule Monsters. They deserve a special place! --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 12:01, 23 June 2011 (UTC)
::::::Well, we do have [[Capsule Monsters]]. This is basically just an extension of that. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 12:42, 23 June 2011 (UTC)
:::::::So, I'd rather add them there or start a new article "List of known Capsule Monsters" or something like that. I don't think that the prototypes of Pokemon and scrapped Pokemon designs invented later should belong together. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 08:12, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
::::::::Yeah, I agree. They are two different things. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 10:11, 24 June 2011 (UTC)

== Moving to Prototype Pokemon and characters... ==

I'd like to suggest that this article be moved to "Prototype Pokémon and characters". Not only does this article list things that have been unreleased, but it also lists Pokemon whose designs had simply been alerted, and are therefore still technically released. "Prototype" can easily refer to both kinds, so I'd like to suggest that the article be moved to that. [[User:Rai Marshall|Rai Marshall]] 19:49, 26 June 2011 (UTC)
: I concur ''[[User:Sui|'''Sui''']][[User talk:Sui|'''Scorpio''']]'' 02:23, 27 June 2011 (UTC)

::Because half of this page is "altered", not "unreleased", I think the more universal term "prototype" is better suited. '''[[User:Toon Ganondorf|Toon Ganondorf ]] [[User Talk:Toon Ganondorf|(t]] [[Special:Contributions/Toon Ganondorf|c)]]''' 06:34, 27 June 2011 (UTC)
:::First, I think that early Capsule Monsters should be covered separately and things like Bellossom should be deleted. It doesn't fit here. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 07:41, 27 June 2011 (UTC)

::::Even if a listing of Capsule Monsters do get their own page, there's still other kinds of Pokemon designs that were still simply alerted, like those Gen II alters. There's still a reason for this to be called "Prototype Pokémon and characters". [[User:Rai Marshall|Rai Marshall]] 20:03, 27 June 2011 (UTC)
:::::Why should Bellossom be deleted? It was altered before release, and is relevant to the article. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 20:09, 27 June 2011 (UTC)
::::::Also, I would support the move. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 20:11, 27 June 2011 (UTC)
:::::::Actually, the artwork with purple Bellossom is its actual GS artwork (a final thing, not an early sketch like the rest). So, it's not really unreleased. At the same logic, we should also add Slowpoke here because it had a stripped belly in the original GSC. Many Pokemon has been given cosmetic design changes over the generations and it's really hard to call their older designs "prototype". --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 07:54, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
[[File:1999 Bellossom Artwork.png|thumb|right]]
:The Bellossom artwork was like that years before G/S were released, they just never bothered changing it. And Slowpoke is hardly the same, that was just a sprite error. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 09:36, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
::Sprite error? "Error" implies accident. This doesn't look like an accident. There's no artwork from that era which contradicts that "error", hence no proof that it's an error. And the fact that Bellossom's artwork wasn't changed means that it's to be treated as a final thing. And compared to the other prototypes we have, it's a really minor change. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 14:18, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
:::I support the move: I just think that a word better than prototype could be chose. It sounds too mechanical. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 14:25, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
::::In response to the Bellossom point. The alterations to Bellossom are the same as those that Jynx undertook. They were both one color-scheme up until some time after their release, and then they were both changed post-release. If one should be included here then so should the other I would think. Thanks. ''[[User:Sui|'''Sui''']][[User talk:Sui|'''Scorpio''']]'' 20:50, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
:::::Error does not always mean accidental, it can also mean they screwed it up. A good example is the 'upside down' Koffing from Red and Blue (or any other sprite from Red/Green/Blue), obviously intentional. And Slowpoke's striped belly has not been seen in the anime, TCG, or any other media, even though it should be partially visible in [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:SabrinaSlowpokeGymHeroes95.jpg its TCG artwork] and [http://pkmncollectors.livejournal.com/3016560.html its Ken Suginori Bandai artwork].
:::::Also, Jynx does not count, since it ''was'' released. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 05:28, 30 June 2011 (UTC)
:Sorry about Jynx, I got confused about the Bellossom artwork not changing. Slowpoke's striped belly can be seen in the Bandai artwork for Aerodactyl: http://pkmncollectors.livejournal.com/3016560.html ''[[User:Sui|'''Sui''']][[User talk:Sui|'''Scorpio''']]'' 05:55, 30 June 2011 (UTC)
::That's like saying that Charmander was 'prototype' because it once had spikes on its back. Ken Sugimori's early art had a lot of things depicted that were either changed or remove in subsequent games. Likewise with in-game sprites, such as the GRB Machamp with spikes on its head. But in all honesty, this section is supposed to be for discussion on whether this article should be moved, NOT whether Bellossum or Slowpoke was prototype. Can someone please split this up? [[User:Rai Marshall|Rai Marshall]] 06:02, 2 July 2011 (UTC)
:::Noted, I've moved it to the section below. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 12:07, 6 July 2011 (UTC)
::::Er, no. This wasn't split up. [[User:Rai Marshall|Rai Marshall]] 01:05, 9 July 2011 (UTC)

== Palette changes ==

Rather than just delete, lets harness the power of the talk page. Should altered palettes, like those found below, be included in the altered Pokémon section? ''[[User:Sui|'''Sui''']][[User talk:Sui|'''Scorpio''']]'' 20:42, 28 June 2011 (UTC)

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Wynaut
|type1=Psychic
|img=Beta Wynaut.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Wynaut (Pokémon)}}[[File:360Wynaut.png|170px|right]] Pre-release screenshots of Wynaut show that it was going to be green in color rather than blue.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, it was colored purple instead of brown and its stripes were mirrored. However, this was not long-lived, as it was changed to its current appearance in the next video.}}
:Both are video quality's fault. When the screenshot of Wynaut surfaced, we have already had its artwork revealed and it looked just like now, so there was never a design change. And this Excadrill was extracted from a very low-quality video. Actually, all colors on this video are off. Even Haxorus is greenish yellow. That's nothing more than a matter of quality. All high quality versions of the same video had correct colors. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 09:01, 6 July 2011 (UTC)
::Sorry to blend in the conversation, but how about Excadrill's belly pattern? That can't be a quality error, can it? [[User:TyraniThrone|Tyrani]][[User talk:TyraniThrone|Throne]] 11:12, 6 July 2011 (UTC)
:::My view is, it would probably be better to include those with minor alterations, such as Exadrill and Tyranitar, in a ''Minor alterations'' subsection. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 11:29, 6 July 2011 (UTC)
::::Does anyone know the exact date when Bellossom's GS artwork was released? If it was after its first anime appearance (where it was green), it could be worth mentioning the contradiction. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 12:07, 6 July 2011 (UTC)

== Buizel ==

I remember I saw once a scan of a magazine released before the release of D&P showing a black siloutte of Buizel with two "collars" instead of one. If I find it again may this added to this page? Also the Unnamed turtle actually have legs, it isn't "just a head sticking out of a shell". --[[User:SamuStar|SamuStar]] 16:27, 26 July 2011 (UTC)

== Altered human designs ==

There's a template for Altered Pokemon Designs, so why not for the humans? I can think of a few who received design overhauls.. As said Silver's hair was shorter in the concept art, Kris seems to have gotten a design overhaul from the beta to the main product, and that seems to be Red in the Capsule Monster sketches. [[User:Dia Sprite|Dia Sprite]] 23:52, 17 August 2011 (UTC)

== Who are this Pokemon? ==

http://img694.imageshack.us/img694/3706/45234089orgv1315354262.jpg

Seriously... Who? I thought the fish was Basculin but the name does not match, then we have that... Siloutte thing next to Deerling that does not match any of the forms of neither Deerling or Sawsbuck, Alomomola design is noticeable different (and shares traits with Luvdisc: Shape, "blush sticker" and mouth, I think it was once planned to be an evolution) and Pansage is fat.

I also noticed the battle sprites are similar to those of Generation IV, same half-body back-sprites.

Found [http://photozou.jp/photo/show/761853/45234089 here]. [[User:LurKasumi|LurKasumi]] 09:18, 8 September 2011 (UTC)
:That image was a hoax from the Japanese Black and White pre-release period. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 09:28, 8 September 2011 (UTC)
:: Oh derp, thanks. [[User:LurKasumi|LurKasumi]] 09:35, 8 September 2011 (UTC)

== Additions ==

Here's a [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Special:Contributions/Chickasaurus whole bunch of stuff to add] for someone who has the time to add it in. [[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']][[Koffing (Pokémon)| ☠]] 19:36, 17 October 2011 (UTC)
:I plan on adding these soon. They supposedly originated on Game Freak's blog in one of the archived posts, though I wasn't able to find it; I read about it as a recent addition on the Japanese Pokémon Wiki, and I believe its been [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/members/1970/30491/index6.html considered] before about adding these when SmearglePaints ({{user|Redstar}}) brought it up on the forums last year.

:There is a [http://hakuda2.web.fc2.com/ir/poke4/trust.html Japanese website] focusing on lost Pokémon which hosts that artwork and has further information about more Generation II lost Pokémon other than the three 'starters' and variations (namely 'Akua', 'Akueria', 'Netamon' and 'Elekingu') which were apparently seen in the [[Nintendo World|Nintendo Space World 1997]] demo but had only their names shown. The Japanese Pokémon Wiki also had these and more variations which none of the other sources mention, though I don't know of the validity. I uploaded the Japanese Pokémon Blue artwork because of some of the ambiguous designs, I don't know if they should count though. --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] 20:58, 17 October 2011 (UTC)

::The recent images added are fan drawings, not official artwork of any kind. As such they should be removed. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 02:31, 22 November 2011 (UTC)
:::Oh ok, is that right? I'm wondering then where the author ([http://hakuda2.web.fc2.com/ir/poke4/trust.html ボツポケモン応援隊]) originally got the concept from. I know of some [http://bbs.tgbus.com/viewthread.php?action=printable&tid=1932117 sprites of them] but I'm unsure of their legitimacy. I heard that these Pokémon were shown on Game Freak's website but I haven't been able to find an archived version of the original page yet. --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] 13:33, 5 December 2011 (UTC)
::::The sprite sheet is fully legitimate. I'd have to ask my friend the exact place it was found, which provided information on when they were secured, but I'd say there's enough sources to indicate this as a legitimate find. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 08:07, 7 December 2011 (UTC)

== Pocket Monsters Blue designs ==

"Near the bottom right is a Pokémon face, possibly based on Nidorino." It looks like Pidgeotto to me--[[User:SamuStar|SamuStar]] 18:35, 15 November 2011 (UTC)
:Not that one...the one to the left and up. '''[[User:LimeGreenCharizard|LimeGreen]]''[[User talk:LimeGreenCharizard|Charizard]]'''''[[Special:Contributions/LimeGreenCharizard|♂]] 19:57, 15 November 2011 (UTC)
Now I see, thank you. At first it looked like Venomoth to me, but it's surely Nidorino (or at least Nidoran♂) --[[User:SamuStar|SamuStar]] 20:15, 15 November 2011 (UTC)

== Some early designs ==

Early artwork on the pocket monsters cardass trading cards page shows a pikachu with a white belly and large execute with small ones the designs are the same as what they looked like in there red blue and green sprites so i think they should be on this page because the kakuna and rhyhorn with the same story are on there. Also there is a graveler with golden fingures on that page too.
[[User:Kybett98|Kybett98]] 04:45, 22 November 2011 (UTC)
:Someone should probably add the Carddass Charmander and the early back sprites for him, since the card shows his now-unexistant ridges down his back.[[User:Mefredbob|Mefredbob]] 09:41, 6 December 2011 (UTC)
Oh yes i never noticed him i saw that the ones i requested where added but have now been removed why? {{unsigned|Kybett98}}

== Unnamed Turtle ==

I think the unnamed turtle could be a Pokémon with no roots in any other Pokémon, meaning it was originally going to be a seperate Pokémon but was completely scrapped, and perhaps it was related to Kurusu. Can anyone shoot me down with fact?
[[User:Shinyzubat123|Shinyzubat123]] 21:30, 4 December 2011 (UTC)

== Even more designs ==

Recently, this year [http://bbs.tgbus.com/viewthread.php?action=printable&tid=1932117 users on TGBUS] revealed a few more designs, and annotated some of the existing ones in English e.g. "The inside of a hotel. You can see a device for healing your Pokémon inside". I've seen the former sprites (below) on 2chan, but was unsure of its legitimacy, since its marked December 1997. It would be most appreciated if someone could translate it. I have heard that Nyosuka and others were mentioned once on Gamefreak's official Japanese website, but I can't find the original page and I'm unsure if images of them were ever officially revealed. Sorry, if that's a lot to ask for though.
*[http://17woo.tgbusdata.cn/month_1101/11011600533674699a45d777f6.jpg Sprites]
*[http://17woo.tgbusdata.cn/month_1101/11011600397a98e2b81ee3b0b7.jpg Kabīn] --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] 13:22, 5 December 2011 (UTC)
:The sprite list featuring the early designs for the Poliwhirl, Weedle and Dratini lines are indeed official. A friend of mine discovered them several months ago on a blog by someone who salvaged them back in 1999. My friend also has an English translation for the text seen within the image. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 06:26, 7 December 2011 (UTC)
::Do you mean this [http://fuckyeahbetapokemonart.tumblr.com/page/1 blog]? I came across it later last Wednesday when doing an image search of the artwork. I once saw the images on 2chan, but I thought they were probably fake and confused them with the fan artwork on [http://hakuda2.web.fc2.com/ir/poke4/trust.html The Lost Pokémon]. The [http://wiki.xn--rckteqa2e.com/wiki/%E6%B2%A1%E3%83%9D%E3%82%B1%E3%83%A2%E3%83%B3%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E8%A6%A7 Japanese Pokémon Wiki] seems to reaffirm information about them originating from Game Freak's website as well. I actually posted for a translation request on [http://jul.rustedlogic.net/thread.php?id=11437&page=15#375860 Jul] last October but never got anything back. That's great to hear that your friend took the time to translate it! Do you have a link to the translated version? --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] 07:05, 7 December 2011 (UTC)
:::Yes, that blog is run by the same friend who discovered the sheet. The Lost Pokemon site (an affiliate of the RCB site and a correspondence of mine) had info on the sprites for awhile and we're actively looking for them. Because of them I went on the chase, but my friend was able to turn them up herself after I had given up. The Lost Pokemon then discovered themselves just a few weeks or months afterwards, so they get credit for spreading it on the Japanese side of things.

:::I've just had my friend provide the translation. Find it [http://fuckyeahbetapokemonart.tumblr.com/post/12592876977/wimscoot-piratekingatomsk here]. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 08:07, 7 December 2011 (UTC)
::::Thank you and wimscoot so much for this! I've gathered some thoughts on why it might say "Pokémon 2" even though the designs don't seem to belong to [[Generation II]] but I realize that here isn't a good place to speculate about this. What is your username on Bulbagarden Forums? (I'm Torchickens) I also apologize for the relatively late reply. --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] 17:31, 8 December 2011 (UTC)

== Stunfisk ==

Beta Version from Stunfisk [http://pokemonblackandwhite.net/?p=4142]??? --Altruis 17:10, 24 January 2012 (UTC)
:That was from the Nintendo Dream interview, and it is most likely true, so it should be added. [[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']][[Latios (Pokémon)| Δ ]] 17:46, 24 January 2012 (UTC)

==Game-on Exhibition==
It may be old news, but for those asking for references, I took pictures from this long-running exhibition called Game On. It had some concept works on some game franchises and Pokémon was one of them. [http://www.barbican.org.uk/bie/exhibitions/game-on Check here for info on the expo.] There were some Ruby/Sapphire sketches there, such as the Torchic with floppy ears [http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g255/sfirah/DSC01532.jpg Torchic with floppy ears], the Treecko sketches [http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g255/sfirah/DSC01528.jpg (maybe a little clearer here)] and [http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g255/sfirah/DSC01529.jpg the Blaziken/Latias one]. There were also this [http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g255/sfirah/DSC01530.jpg other sketch of a floppy-eared Torchic] and this [http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g255/sfirah/DSC01533.jpg early Groudon sketch]. [[User:KurowaSan|KurowaSan]] 03:21, 22 February 2012 (UTC)

:I went to the expo again today and tried to get some better photos of the art. I'll try to upload them to Bulbagaren Archives and add them to the articles. [[User:KurowaSan|KurowaSan]] 02:28, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
:: Where is this geographically?[[User:Jdrawer|Jdrawer]] 02:38, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
:::Those are of most interest. If it happens to be there tomorrow do you plan to try to take a picture of all Pokemon sketches that you can? Also nice to hear you took more photos today. The beta Treecko looked like it had a bit of a Grovyle look to it on the arms. Salamence didn't look much different. Wonder why Torchic had the most redos, a floppy eared, then chubby floppy ears, interesting. [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 03:34, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
::::It goes around the world since 2002, always adding some new stuff to it. Right now, the expo is in Brasilia, Brazil.
I uploaded the pictures to Bulbagarden Archives. Torchic's [[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Torchic_Beta.jpg]] and Latiken's [[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Latias_Blaziken.jpg]] were added to the articles already, substituting the old ones. Treecko's [[http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Treecko_Beta.jpg]] (it wouldn't let me substitute the old one, so I just uploaded it separately and didn't change the article), Groudon's [[http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Groudon_Beta.jpg]] and Torchic's other concept art [[http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Torchic_Beta2.jpg]] were only uploaded, but not added to any of the articles. Someone please do it for me. xD [[User:KurowaSan|KurowaSan]] 03:51, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
: Excellent then. As for replacing the old images, I can see doing so for the Torchic but not the others at the moment. The new Torchic image you uploaded is great though since it is closer and higher quality, thanks for uploading the image. :) [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 03:54, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
::Ah as for the Treecko image, click on it, the click description page under the image which is in bold. Log in on the archives if not already and scroll down, click on upload new version of this file. [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 03:59, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
:::Thanks. I did that for the Treecko picture, but it said it had some trouble cause the old picture is a png file and the new one is a jpg. Even after I tried converting the new pic to png, it wouldn't accept. (Nevermind, it worked now. lol) [[User:KurowaSan|KurowaSan]] 04:09, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
::::I see the Groundon image has been uploaded but where would the image go? Prototype or Minor Alterations? [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 01:01, 25 February 2012 (UTC)
:::::I believe "Minor alterations" would be more accurate, as it basically remained the same, except for those marks it shares with Kyogre and Rayquaza (at least that's the only thing I noticed). [[User:KurowaSan|KurowaSan]] 01:19, 25 February 2012 (UTC)

== More designs ==

I found [http://fuckyeahbetapokemonart.tumblr.com/ this site] and it appears to have lots of legit designs that we're missing around here, despite being mixed up with fanart and fakes. But are the apparently legit ones really legit? Please discuss these findings. [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 16:41, 28 February 2012 (UTC)

:Hehe, I've heard of this. There's this deviantArt group called TheLostPokemon, which is for the Pokemon in this article. The stuff's pretty legit (though I'd still want to check out the blog). A lot of the members of the group are artists, so their artwork is probably on the blog. [[User:Jdrawer|Jdrawer]] 22:59, 5 March 2012 (UTC)
::I run the dA group while my friend runs the tumblr blog. I can assure you that any fanwork is stated to be such while actual concept/design artwork is legit. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 21:47, 22 March 2012 (UTC)

== Unused girl on boxes? ==

The text about [[Prototype Pokémon and characters#Unreleased characters|this girl]] states "The image was shown on the boxes for the games" referring to the one that only her back is shown. I've checked {{tt|the Japanese box|the only one}} of Pokémon Green and didn't see the picture. Is this statement false? [[User:Duke R|'''|) u |( e''']] [[User talk:Duke R|'''®''']] 05:10, 31 March 2012 (UTC)
:[http://www.gamefaqs.com/gameboy/367023-pokemon-red-version/images/box-68474 Apparently] so (I don't own the Japanese games, but I plan on getting them), and I still have all the English games from long ago, but unfortunately without any box inserts. According to the box data on GameFAQs, the artwork doesn't appear on the back of Japanese Blue or Yellow (Pocket Monsters Pikachu) either. Perhaps the user who added it was referring to the instruction booklet? It might be worth noting that there was an [http://img593.imageshack.us/img593/5541/1290018520523.jpg official strategy guide] for {{2v2|Red|Green}} featuring the artwork. It's also interesting how this guidebook credits Ape Inc, the predecessor of Creatures Inc. --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] 00:27, 19 April 2012 (UTC)

==fluffy torchic==
Am I the only one who instantly thought of Vullaby after seeing the fluffy torchic in the eggshell?[[User:Auragirl|Auragirl]] 04:08, 14 April 2012 (UTC)

== The guy who looks like a gymleader ==

In the article it says he was probably a dark gymleader but to me he looks more like a ground or rock user because tyranitar is ground as well,the turtle looks like a rock type and the hitmontop thing has a creamy dirt color plus he is wearing a turban with a gemSTONE does anyone agree?And he might of been the original concept for the first gym leader since he has only 3 pokemon that again to me seem like ground thus continueing rock(ground) type first gym.[[User:VENUS,MEGA,SCEPT,TORTE,SERP|VENUS,MEGA,SCEPT,TORTE,SERP]] 19:03, 20 May 2012 (UTC)
forget the first gym thing.[[User:VENUS,MEGA,SCEPT,TORTE,SERP|VENUS,MEGA,SCEPT,TORTE,SERP]] 18:30, 27 May 2012 (UTC)
: Surely you meant [[Tyranitar]] is Rock/Dark-type. Anyways, it's only speculation that he's Dark-type Gym Leader (he could just have been a regular trainer), but his clothes and hair style refer to dark. Also, he most likely was not the first Gym Leader as most Gym Leaders encountered first have two Pokemon (only Roark has three). It could also be noted that some Gym Leaders have Pokémon that are not of their speciality type (namely [[Volkner]] and [[Cilan]], [[Chili]] and [[Cress]]) and Rock-type specialists other than Roark generally have very little in their appearance to connect with their speciality type, plus in final product all Johto Gyms specialized in types that were not present in Kanto, at which time it would've been odd to use Gyms that "had been" there before (like Rock or Ground Gyms). I also can't picture the polypod Pokemon as a Rock-type. [[User:Ariano|Ariano]] 12:21, 28 May 2012 (UTC)

== Thundurus and Tornadus color change ==

It's stated Troh's and Sawk's horns were removed because Thundurus and Tornadus were blue and red, but they had later there color changed. So, why don't they get a place on this page? Maybe they can share there column with Troh and Sawk... [[User:Nickvang|Nickvang]] ([[User talk:Nickvang|talk]]) 12:33, 16 June 2012 (UTC)

== Cries ==

I attempted to post this as a comment on the YouTube video, but of course the stupid piece of shit excuse for a website kept giving me an "error try again" without any explanation. I guess this works just as well here anyways:

I've researched these cries for a while now and I hate how everyone keeps saying MissingNo. 0x45 sounds like Crobat or Golbat. Of course it does, because it is an *exact* copy of Zubat's cry. I'm following the same conclusion as everyone else (I hope it really way Crobat), but no one ever seems to realize that it isn't just similar to Zubat, it's exact. This also applies to MissingNo. 0x89 being an *exact* copy of Dragonair.

P.S. My notes: http://pastebin.com/yCry6qce -- [[User:Stag019|Stag019]] ([[User talk:Stag019|talk]]) 19:42, 30 July 2012 (UTC)

== Shopkeeper? ==

Looking at the image I'm quite curious as to what the embryo thing is. Is it possibly a Pokemon or something? Also is it possible the creature in the cage to the left is an earlier version and possibly smaller version of Slowbro? ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 18:57, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
:The embro thing does appear to be a Pokémon, but I don't know what though. The thing in the cage does appear to be a early version of Slowbro. I think it probably would be a good idea to wait for some more opinions about that though, or just add it. [[User:Lady Ariel|Lady Ariel]] ([[User talk:Lady Ariel|talk]]) 20:32, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
::I think I shall wait for a few more opinions before adding that Slowbro bit. Just to make sure it is possible that it might be an early version. ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 20:39, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
:::I dunno about Slowbro but the 'embryo' is probably a small Water Pokémon. --[[User:Spriteit|Spriteit]] ([[User talk:Spriteit|talk]]) 01:38, 10 August 2012 (UTC)

== It seems that Kage No Mushi is a fake ==

[http://fuckyeahbetapokemonart.tumblr.com/post/47524002079/open-for-debate-removing-kage-no-mushi This Tumblr post] claims that the Pokémon may indeed be a fake made by one of the blog owner's friends. In fact, as a response to [http://fuckyeahbetapokemonart.tumblr.com/post/47524532246/hfc2x-answered-your-question-open-for-debate my answer], the owner said that Bulbapedia did take all the info on that Pokémon from that blog.
Is this correct? If so, we should remove it from the list right away. '''[[User:Hfc2x|hfc]][[User talk:Hfc2x|2X]]''' 06:57, 9 April 2013 (UTC)

Removed it from the list. --[[User:Relicant|Relicant]] ([[User talk:Relicant|talk]]) 16:58, 11 April 2013 (UTC)

== Kazeniga and Rokku ==

In this video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YU7M5KAfYWA), there seems to be two Pokemon, (Kazeniga and Rokku) in the vein of Gorillaimo and Godzillante. Should we add them? [[User:Jdrawer|Jdrawer]] ([[User talk:Jdrawer|talk]]) 21:41, 29 April 2013 (UTC)

== Munna in Generation 1? ==

Okay, correct me if I'm wrong, but if I remember correctly, didn't an NPC near [[Rock Tunnel]] mention seeing a pink Pokémon with flowers on it in the cave? If they did, then that would mean {{p|Munna}}'s origin dates as far back as [[Generation I]]. If all of this is true, should I add it onto the page? I can also look for an image that details the Munna in the game. [[User:Pokedex493|Pokedex493]] ([[User talk:Pokedex493|talk]]) 19:21, 7 June 2013 (UTC)
:Correction, they were actually talking about the fact that there should be and I quote, 'a pink one with a floral pattern.' The link to the picture is [http://fuckyeahbetapokemonart.tumblr.com/image/12834082074]. I apologize for the profanity in the name. This is where I found the pic. [[User:Pokedex493|Pokedex493]] ([[User talk:Pokedex493|talk]]) 19:26, 7 June 2013 (UTC)

== Who is that bug pokemon? ==

Hello There. ''WHO'' IS that bug pokemon:
http://images.wikia.com/pokemon/images/9/9e/Unknown_bug_pokemon.png
--[[User:Cool Sam|Cool Sam]] ([[User talk:Cool Sam|talk]]) 16:55, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
:My first reaction is it looks like the old 'scrubbing bubbles' mascot used by Dow cleaning agent. --[[User:GARY-DOS|GARY-DOS]] ([[User talk:GARY-DOS|talk]]) 07:14, 13 February 2014 (UTC)

== Shopkeeper ==

Since the similarity to the sumo character from Quinty/Mendel Palace is noted, wouldn't it also be worth noting alongside that there is an unused sprite which appears in the Gen III games which is presumably[http://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby_and_Sapphire#Unused_overworld_sprite] a redesign of a sprite of the same character? --[[User:GARY-DOS|GARY-DOS]] ([[User talk:GARY-DOS|talk]]) 18:55, 13 February 2014 (UTC)

== Split ==

Unused cries only belong in the development leftover articles. The designs of Pokémon and characters can be mentioned in the Development section of the game articles. [[User:SatoMew2|Sato]][[User talk:SatoMew2|Mew]] 23:44, 3 January 2015 (UTC)

== Kabiin ==

I remember, when I first saw this one in "A Man who Created Pokemon," I was certain that it was a playful reference to Kirby. But now I can't locate my copy of the book, so I don't know if there's a date on these thumbnail sketches that would disprove this theory (ie. if these are sketches from around 1989-1990, the Kirby reference is unlikely). Does anyone have any info to help, maybe have the book on hand to check? [[User:Umeko|梅子]][[User talk:Umeko|❀]][[Special:Contributions/Umeko|✿]] 03:10, 8 March 2015 (UTC)
:I have the book too (the 'cards' cover and not the Pulseman cover). However, I unfortunately cannot find a date. I'm afraid. Here is [http://minus.com/i/XgRc7ydCX1Uh a scan] of the page. Additionally I thought it would be worth noting that on page 293 with the monster coming out of the capsule, the page says "Monster Capsule TM" ポータブルモンスターカプセル PCM-55R $198 00, I don't know if those people who did high resolution scans (from Blue Reflections?) of the concept art showed us that. [[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] ([[User talk:Chickasaurus|talk]]) 15:47, 8 March 2015 (UTC)

== Sources ==

Can we please have where we got the info added next to each of the designs. It's nice that we have all this early artwork, but it would be much better to clarify which is from books, which is from interviews, etc. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 10:09, 21 April 2015 (UTC)

== Should we add Mega Flygon? ==

Apparently they wanted Flygon to have a mega evolution, but they couldn't come up with a good one. [[User:Unowninator|Unowninator]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 19:44, 28 April 2016 (UTC)
:Where's your source on this?--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:37, 29 April 2016 (UTC)
::Well, I heard it on serebii months ago, and then just today, I was at the [[Flygon]] page and saw the same thing in the Trivia. It's also in [[Mega Evolution]]. [[User:Unowninator|Unowninator]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 02:48, 29 April 2016 (UTC)
:::Oh, I see. I guess it could be added.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:01, 29 April 2016 (UTC)
::::I'd do it myself, but I'm not sure how to make it (though I may be able to figure that out. BTW, should it get a new section? Or use one of the current ones? [[User:Unowninator|Unowninator]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 03:57, 29 April 2016 (UTC)

== Interesting Gen II finds ==

Recently I've found some possibly important info, if poorly translated on Gen II unused Pokémon seemingly from the spaceworld demo. Some are just alternate names for know Pokémon, but some like Animon and Ikari(Anchor?) seem to be unused, should we add this? Links:[https://translate.googleusercontent.com/translate_c?depth=1&hl=en&rurl=translate.google.com&sl=auto&u=http://hakuda2.web.fc2.com/ir/poke4/botu6.html&usg=ALkJrhiNG-K5r_b7o4kFtVyQ6i4AbBNj5A 1],[https://translate.google.com/translate?sl=auto&hl=en&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.geocities.jp%2Fpcakatsuki%2Fpokemonlab%2Fpm.html 2] [[User:Shadowsonic5000|Shadowsonic5000]] ([[User talk:Shadowsonic5000|talk]]) 01:05, 21 September 2016 (UTC)

== resemblance ==
I would like to point out a few things that I noticed:
1. The unused final evolution of weedle looks like the gen 1 bug type party sprite.

2. Eggshell torchic reminded me of vullaby.

3. Am I the only one who thinks that the turtle might be torkoal?
--[[User:Wizardfox|Wizardfox]] ([[User talk:Wizardfox|talk]]) 02:50, 14 January 2017 (UTC)

== Obscure Honōguma image — Legitimacy? ==
In [https://twitter.com/Katsu_Nagao/status/388880608748773376 a 2013 tweet], a Twitter user called Katsu Nagao posted an alleged screenshot of Honōguma and a Metapod (but red/orange instead of green) from Next Generation World Hobby Fair on January 1998. Catstorm26 noticed this and posted it about it on Twitter/forums recently. More information ([http://www.serebiiforums.com/showthread.php?105571-Official-GSC-Programming-amp-Beta-Glitch-Thread&p=18343949#post18343949 1], [http://forums.glitchcity.info/index.php?topic=7343.msg204405#msg204405 2]). Katsu Nagao claimed it to be real and it seems rather convincing, but is it convincing enough to add to the page? --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] ([[User talk:Chickasaurus|talk]]) 21:53, 17 February 2017 (UTC)

== Girafarig and Happa sprites ==

https://tcrf.net/images/5/5e/PkmnGS-EarlyBattle2.jpg

This image was taken from [https://youtu.be/-LPNOrsseVk?t=1m46s a 1998 video featuring footage of the Spaceworld 1997 demo of Gold and Silver]. Girafarig's original design is shown in this screenshot, as is Happa's back sprite. Unlike the [https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/b/b9/Alpha_happa.png sketch shown in the article], it looks like Chikorita's design was actually finalized by this point in development; the only difference being that its legs are fully visible in its back sprite in the demo, whereas they are cropped out in the final game. --[[User:CartmanKusanagi|CartmanKusanagi]] ([[User talk:CartmanKusanagi|talk]]) 06:52, 18 September 2017 (UTC)
:The sketch is just a fanart drawn from memory, so it seems only natural that it differs from the real thing. To me, this in-game screencap confirms that Happa was already a fully-realized "Chikorita" at that point, design-wise at least. Therefore, it should be treated as a beta name, rather than an "unreleased design", in my opinion. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] ([[User talk:Maxim|talk]]) 11:45, 18 September 2017 (UTC)
::I've added screenshots for Beta Girafarig and Hoppip, both from the same footage at SpaceWorld 1997. I will remove the section on this page for 'Happa' as clearly Chikorita was a finalised design by this point. It strikes me that both the sketches for Beta Marill and Beta Qwilfish are highly likely to be misremembered fan interpretations, and that both of these designs could well have been finalised by 1997. However the longevity of these sketches probably earns them the right to remain, at least until screenshots surface proving otherwise. ''[[User:Sui|'''Sui''']][[User talk:Sui|'''Scorpio''']]'' 12:04, 28 October 2017 (UTC)
:::Considering that Chikorita/Happa's early artwork still displays demonstrable differences from its final appearance (yellow eyes and neck buds, an indistinct blob-like body with multiple small 'legs'), it's been moved to the 'Minor alterations' section in subsequent revisions. The artwork should also be kept as long as the Kurusu/Honoguma/Marill/Qwilfish artwork is kept, as they all clearly came from the same source. [[User:Jennyjams|Jennyjams]] ([[User talk:Jennyjams|talk]]) 16:07, 17 May 2018 (UTC)
::::Disregard the above, I misunderstood something. The sketches are apparently fan recreations of Pokemon seen in the demo, which means that the Chikorita sketch was likely a recreation/misremembering of the final sprite. [[User:Jennyjams|Jennyjams]] ([[User talk:Jennyjams|talk]]) 16:17, 17 May 2018 (UTC)
::::: I don't know why it's now in Altered Designs, given the design in that screenshot looks almost identical to this one [[Image:Spr b 2g 152.png]]. Maybe this page needs an 'Altered Names' section specifically? ''[[User:Sui|'''Sui''']][[User talk:Sui|'''Scorpio''']]'' 07:50, 21 May 2018 (UTC)
::::::Yes, I agree but I don't think there should be a section called "Altered Names". For now, I've redirected Happa to [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta]] because I think it should be mentioned there as a pre-release name. I haven't actually added it to the page because I'm no expert on this and there appears to be more pre-release names that I'm not aware of (for example, see Nidoking's pre-release name, Maiko, under the "Satoshi Tajiri manga designs" discussion below). --[[User:Wowy|'''Wowy''']][[User talk:Wowy|'''(토크)''']] 08:44, 21 May 2018 (UTC)

== Satoshi Tajiri manga designs ==

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DdWog9QVMAAWe2e.jpg --'''[[User:Pokelova|Poke]][[User talk:Pokelova|lova]]''' 03:09, 17 May 2018 (UTC)

: It looks like there are even more here, but the Japanese text is really small so it's hard to read.
https://twitter.com/kyle_toom/status/997019544299294720 --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] ([[User talk:Chickasaurus|talk]]) 15:34, 17 May 2018 (UTC)

Here's what the list of names says:
{|
| ２１　ビリリダマ (Voltorb)
|-
| ２２　ベロリンガ (Lickitung)
|-
| ２３　コイル　(Magnemite)
|-
| ２４　カクタス (Cactus)*
|-
| ２５　ユンゲラー (Kadabra)
|-
| ２６　スリーパー (Hypno)
|-
| ２７　マイコー・オス (Maiko♂ (This is Nidoking's beta name [https://tcrf.net/File:PokemonRB-GCCXProtoScreens.png]))
|-
| ２８　ブー (Boo)*
|-
| ２９　バルンダ（Ａ）(Blunder (A))*
|-
| ３０　ストライク(Scyther)
|-
|  
|-
| ３１　ディグダ (Diglett)
|}[[User:Mefredbob|Mefredbob]] ([[User talk:Mefredbob|talk]]) 22:11, 17 May 2018 (UTC)

Worth noting that this page also notes the beta name of Blastoise vs. Staryu (as Karabajio vs. Mimii) that is listed in this image.

Still wonder exactly what Gyaoon is, Japanese commenters seem equally confused. However, Farfetch'd seems to be clearly キクパーン (kikupaan) to them (although I confess I can't read the first kana to save my life, nor pull literally any meaning out of that either). Apologies if I've messed up the formatting.

[[User:Breh|Breh]] ([[User talk:Breh|talk]]) 05:39, 15 June 2018 (UTC)

==Alleged unused Pokémon we only know the name of==
The Japanese Pokémon Wiki has had these listed for quite a long time (source: https://wiki.ポケモン.com/wiki/没ポケモンの一覧 relevant section: "名前のみで未発表になったポケモン"), and I think (though I'm not exactly sure), they may have been talked about in old accounts of the Space World 1997 demo, but given the Mandella effect it may be risky to add them, especially Netamon which is almost a typo of Metamon (Ditto).

These included: Aqua, Eleking, Netamon and allegedly shown in a video during the demo explaining new features of the Pokédex: Aquaria, Animon, Ikari.

[https://tcrf.net/Prerelease:Pok%C3%A9mon_Gold_and_Silver#Pok%C3%A9mon The Cutting Room Floor article]

Also on the subject of unused Pokémon with no images from Generation I, [https://twitter.com/ikiro_pkmn/status/996923420230148096 this tweet] (second image) shows the handwritten names of many Pokémon in the poll, but sometimes we have no way of linking them with an existing Pokémon (or known unused Pokémon) or the handwriting may be hard to read. --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] ([[User talk:Chickasaurus|talk]]) 21:07, 17 May 2018 (UTC)

== Suggestions ==

-Add the other unused Pokemon from the Satoshi TaJiri manga and use higher quality images for the ones already on the page. This includes: A Pokemon that looks like a bird from Kirby, a Pokemon that looks like a Shy Guy from Mario, a Kanto Pokemon that appears to be similar to Tyranitar, and a Pokemon that is a white ball.

-There is also an early version of Combee in that manga.

-There is a higher quality image of the unused Kanto elliphant Pokemon.

-There is a higher quality image of the unused Pokemon that looks similar to Seel.

-Remove the image of Tirtouga, there is no reason to think why that Pokemon has anything to do with the unused Pokemon it is being compared to.

-Take the unused Pokemon that are referred to as "early versions of Gengar & Nidorino" out of the the altered Pokemon section and put them in the unreleased Pokemon section, there is no reason to assume they are related to Gengar & Nidorino.

-Take out the word "designs", these are unused Pokemon, not unused "Pokemon designs".
--[[User:Horsecooker|Horsecooker]] ([[User talk:Horsecooker|talk]]) 20:31, 28 May 2018 (UTC)

-Drednaw from the upcoming Gen VII bears a lot more resemblance to the unused pokemon than Tirtouga.

== Space World demo leak ==

https://nintendosoup.com/pokemon-golds-space-world-1997-demo-has-been-leaked/ --'''[[User:Pokelova|Poke]][[User talk:Pokelova|lova]]''' 11:03, 31 May 2018 (UTC)

== Pokémon Gold Design Links ==

So I found out some used designs on plans in said game through this link http://comicbook.com/gaming/2018/05/31/pokemon-gold-demo-rom-leak-new-evolutions/ . Can we add them in on the page with approval of course?--[[User:Jacob9594|Jacob Kogan]] ([[User talk:Jacob9594|talk]]) 15:45, 31 May 2018 (UTC)
:We aren't sure if the leak is legitimate. It could be a hoax to hype up the nostalgia train from the recent pre-RG reveals.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:25, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
::Are you serious? Do you really think someone spent the time and effort to build a ROM that isn't based off of the Gold ROM, created 100 new Pokemon, added new items and removed features like breeding, changed base stats, and then made the game basically unplayable without the debug menu so they could "hype up the nostalgia train"? Are you an idiot?--[[User:Nintenfreak|Nintenfreak]] ([[User talk:Nintenfreak|talk]]) 06:08, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
:::In my opinion, it's too much of a coincidence that it comes a month (weeks?) after the RG stuff. And there are such things as hoaxers putting in the utmost effort to make something appear legitimate.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:11, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
:::Also, it's a demo/prototype, making it unplayable would help make it seem legitimate.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:12, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
::::So, it really shouldn't need saying, but it really deserves it right now: Let's ''not'' get into slinging insults, 'kay?
::::The things you mention are persuasive, Nintenfreak, but at least for a while, we'd like to give it a bit of time to see how things look when people have had more than just a few dozen hours to look at it. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 06:16, 1 June 2018 (UTC)

== Honoguma and Kurusu ==

The images used for Honoguma and Kurusu are not official art- they are fan recreations ([http://www.glitterberri.com/pokemon-gold-silver/spaceworld-97-demo/]). Should they be removed? --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 18:57, 31 May 2018 (UTC)
:The images for early Marill, Girafarig, and Ledyba are fan created as well. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 19:03, 31 May 2018 (UTC)
::As far as Glitterberri is concerned, seems all the images were recreated shortly after the SpaceWorld 1997 event. Given they have font all over them (as does the early Silver fan created art), it seems more than likely they were recreated to display in a gaming magazine at the time. ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 03:11, 2 June 2018 (UTC)
:::Ah, that makes more sense. Thank you. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 23:34, 2 June 2018 (UTC)
::::The fan art was made for someone's personal website, just fyi. https://twitter.com/dmrn28/status/1006084888712208384 [[User:Yoriven|Yoriven]] ([[User talk:Yoriven|talk]]) 11:56, 5 July 2018 (UTC)

== Leaked Pokémon from Spaceworld Demo of Pokémon Gold/Silver. ==

So just recently, the 1997 Spaceworld demo for Pokémon Gold & Silver has just resurfaced on the Internet, and it turns out that there was a BUNCH of Pokémon that have not been used or have been heavily altered in the final release. Considering that there is about a hundred of these unused/altered Pokémon, how should we even list them on here? [[User:SquirtleLover1999|SquirtleLover1999]] ([[User talk:SquirtleLover1999|talk]]) 07:52, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
:We are aware and is being discussed above.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 08:09, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
::I mean, unless it is proven to not be fake it shouldn't be added, right? [[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 19:53, 2 June 2018 (UTC)
:::Exactly.

:::Adding to the discussion, though. This link was posted in the Bulbapedia discord: [https://iimarckus.org/spaceworld/]

:::Obviously it's not a source that would confirm something, but the fact that there was unused data in Gold and Silver that matches the Spaceworld leaked demo ''that was not noticed until after the demo leaked'' is certainly interesting. It's not my call, though, we need to wait for staff to reach a decision regarding the demo until anything is treated as fact. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 23:34, 2 June 2018 (UTC)
::::I, personally, believe this is fake. There are some discrepancies in the demo contents with some info (such as some of Kouichi Hiwasa's account to Glitterberri) as well as some questionable sprites in it. The staff is probably divided too, but I wonder if it is really possible to reach a veredict without an official pronouncement by GF or Nintendo. [[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 00:54, 3 June 2018 (UTC)
:::::Reading through Hiwasa's account, it mostly seems to match up, but I digress; my opinion isn't really important for Bulbapedia's purposes. You do bring up an interesting point with "I wonder if it is really possible to reach a verdict without an official pronouncement by GF or Nintendo". I highly, highly doubt that anyone from GF will ever even acknowledge the fact that this supposed demo version is out there, let alone confirm or refute its authenticity. The closest thing to an acknowledgement from a GF employee I know of is [https://twitter.com/JamesTurner_42/status/1002193807503376384 James Turner saying that it was the first he had heard of the demo]. Staff knows the parameters for confirming something without a reasonable doubt though, and I have confidence that they know how to treat this demo. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 01:14, 3 June 2018 (UTC)
::::::Didn't see the discussion here, and I didn't know it was a... divisive topic to put it simply. And judging by what they are saying here, it's almost impossible to prove unless someone that played the demo 21 years ago says anything or an ex-GF member confirms it. Guess I shouldn't have said anything at the GS beta page. --[[User:Prog rocker|Prog rocker]] ([[User talk:Prog rocker|talk]]) 02:20, 5 June 2018 (UTC)
:::::::I don't thinking trusting the memory from someone who played it 21 years ago is somewhat reliable. The only way to nail it down would be GF or Nintendo confirming it. [[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 03:09, 8 June 2018 (UTC)
:::::::: What about the memory of multiple people who played it 21 years ago? [[User:Yoriven|Yoriven]] ([[User talk:Yoriven|talk]]) 20:04, 15 June 2018 (UTC)

== The Game Review Magazine ==

As a question, I was wondering why the details of the Game Review Magazine are current on the article. While I can understand Tyranitar due to being recycled for the games, [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/features/sugimori_kens_works.html the designs were just created on the fly for a topic in the magazine]. Would it be ok to remove everything except for Tyranitar when the article is unlocked? --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 18:13, 10 June 2018 (UTC)
:Eh, even if they were just made as a what if scenario, they were still drawn. So I think it should stay.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:32, 11 June 2018 (UTC)

== Another discussion about Beta Pokemon Gold ==

I think it's already been mentioned that the leak might have been a hoax. Now that we've "given it a bit of time" and it's been more than "a few dozen hours", can someone add the new leaks to the page? [[User:Sumwun|sumwun]] ([[User talk:Sumwun|talk]]) 20:02, 19 July 2018 (UTC)
:I think that when information is finished on userspace pages, it would be able to be moved to the mainspace. However, different users have different ideas on how this would look— [[User:Celadonkey/Spaceworld|mine]] and [[User:Abcboy/Pokémon Gold and Silver demo/Pokémon|Abcboy's]] are pretty different, for example.

:That being said, though, I think that if we were able to add this kind of stuff to the mainspace, even if it's not fully complete yet, it would be completed quicker, and there would be more discussion on how to format it and such. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 21:11, 19 July 2018 (UTC)
::The main focus should be fleshing out the userpages first. Do '''NOT''' add the leak Pokémon on this article. The staff will discuss how to go about putting the leak info on the mainspace.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:34, 20 July 2018 (UTC)
:::I'm pretty sure that the supposed leak was faked. As such, we probably shouldn't mainspace the information within.[[User:Jdrawer|Jdrawer]] ([[User talk:Jdrawer|talk]]) 03:52, 10 August 2018 (UTC)
::::As far as I've heard there hasn't been any recent developments about it. What makes you think that? I'm not trying to argue, just trying to hear your thoughts. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 17:28, 10 August 2018 (UTC)

This analysis seems to solidify the existence of two beta GSC pokemon, particularly Kotora and Raitora.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lq971cWWzq8&t=82s
--[[User:Flashlight237|Flashlight237]] ([[User talk:Flashlight237|talk]]) 18:03, 29 August 2018 (UTC)
:Any update on the staff discussion? Work on the pages seems to be rather disorganized at the moment- as well as pretty dead. [[User:Yoriven|Yoriven]] ([[User talk:Yoriven|talk]]) 21:59, 31 August 2018 (UTC)
::New comments go at the bottom of the discussion. Have patience, there are other things taking priority at the moment. Users should be focusing on filling out the userpages.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:56, 1 September 2018 (UTC)

== Kabiin, Buhi and Papyo are not from Capumon ==

These three monsters come from a different document and can't be positively dated. Anyways the word "Pokémon" appears on their storyboards along with GameFreak's final logo (which first appeared in Pulseman) at least confirming that they weren't featured in the 1990 pitch. I propose to separate them from the Capumon group.[[User:Qbertpo|Qbertpo]] ([[User talk:Qbertpo|talk]]) 10:51, 24 September 2018 (UTC)

== Add the Four "MissingNo." That were Identified ==

I suggest adding the four MissingNo. that have been identified recently. I know that we must not acknowledge the spaceworld leak. [https://helixchamber.com/2018/08/06/game-center-cx-and-you/ Source.] {{unsigned|Kingdedede}}

== The Unused Female Character ==
The unused female character has now appeared in an actual Pokémon game as Green. I propose we create a new page for this character, as it seems to be strongly indicated that she is not the same character as Leaf (though Leaf is partially based on the character, they are not the same). --[[User:LavaringX|LavaringX]] ([[User talk:LavaringX|talk]]) 05:58, 17 November 2018 (UTC)

== NHK Broadcast revealed scrapped Pokemon "Omega" and early Gyarados design. ==
Helix Chamber has confirmed it to be real as well;
https://twitter.com/benisboy/status/1075154504792731648 {{unsigned|Pichu Madman26}}
:Interesting. I'd say it's worth adding. That Gyarados looks really cool, by the way. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 18:14, 22 December 2018 (UTC)

== Pokemon GS Beta and Pokemon Green Prototype Data ==
Okay, so the issue has been up for months now of whether the Pokemon GS Spaceworld demo is real. Various pieces of evidence have been brought up, from leftover assets to discoveries of 4 MissingNo, not only proving the existence of unseen beta Pokemon, but two of them matching suspiciously with Kotora and Raitora [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lq971cWWzq8&t=15s]. Many things showed favor of this thing being legit, and nothing giving much against it, that is until, the Pokemon Green leaked assets. Due to being poorly presented, many took it as fake, and questioned the overall authenticity of Helix Chamber. But as of today, scans of a Famitsu magazine have been made public. Various concept arts and better quality images of sprites have been revealed. But what really drew my attention was this tweet [https://twitter.com/helixchamber/status/1126145212785594375]. If the proto assets were fake, how would the faker get these right? They had no way of knowing, unless it was made by someone at Pokemon, although that would only make it seem more authentic. This is definite evidence of the assets being real, poorly revealed, but real. Knowing this, even more authenticity is added to the Pokemon GS demo being real. This is because various baby Pokemon and the Kotora and Raitora line are found in the assets and are seen in the Spaceworld demo. I really think a decision needs to be made, because more and more evidence is piling up to the Spaceworld Demo and now the Proto-Green Assets, and more and more questions will rise if the staff at Bulbapedia don't put their foot down on what these are. I understand being wary to add info about the Proto-Green Assets, but Spaceworld has had months of waiting, just to be proven beyond reasonable doubt as real. At this point these should be declared on Bulbapedia as real, or as fake, and have that as Bulbapedia's final decision on the matter. [[User:LeapingRiolu|LeapingRiolu]] ([[User talk:LeapingRiolu|talk]]) 04:04, 9 May 2019 (UTC)
:Helix Chamber wasn’t the one who released the Spaceworld rom, so the RG incident shouldn’t have affected its already proven without a doubt veracity. Unfortunately, for some people, it has. But yes, I agree. Both prototypes are 100% real. Frankly Spaceworld should have been added several months ago. I feel like Spaceworld also has enough information to warrant much more than just a few additions on this page, and should be expanded to its own pages. Let’s hope we get a full rom of an RG prototype someday, but for now it should go on this page and/or the Pokémon Red and Green beta page. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 11:42, 9 May 2019 (UTC)
::I don't think a small snippet from Famitsu, and one where we already know most of the information, proves that the RG leak is "100% real". Unless Famitsu or any other official/credible source releases more RG beta content, the RG leak could very well be 100% fake. As for spaceworld, still no official/credible source for that, so I'm still doubtful on that. Yes, it's highly unlikely we'll get official sources for it, and that's just too bad. But for things like beta content, we can really only trust the official sources and not some "leak" from some "anonymous" source.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 13:53, 9 May 2019 (UTC)
:::A lot of the sprites from the Famitsu magazine and the RG asset leak are identical. Some of these sprites were never seen before. Unless whoever sent Helix Chamber has a time machine, this is impossible. Spaceworld has already been confirmed on multiple fronts to be real by experts, and was also confirmed by the RG assets. To be blunt, at this point, claiming either is fake is just denial. It’s hurting the integrity of the wiki to ignore such important information, quite honestly. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 18:50, 9 May 2019 (UTC)
:::Oh, and in case more than trainer sprites were needed, which should prove it without a doubt, two names from the RG assets that AFAIK have not appeared before, Ichirou and Yuuichi, appeared in the Famitsu scan. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 19:07, 9 May 2019 (UTC)
::::There's a reason these things are anonymous. We have no idea how anyone would have gotten their hands on these pieces of Pokemon history. Pokemon has confirmed that they look back at old concepts and such for inspiration, so the only way I see it getting out is blatant theft. And if the person revealing the Beta and Assets did give their name, they'd more than likely lose their job and suffer legal consequences. [[User:LeapingRiolu|LeapingRiolu]] ([[User talk:LeapingRiolu|talk]]) 21:15, 9 May 2019 (UTC)
:::::Regardless of anonymity, both these leaks are real. And yes, I suppose that "it's highly unlikely we'll get official sources for it," but at this point, we shouldn't need Gamefreak to magically come down from the sky and spoonfeed us the truth. Anyone can tell from looking at these leaks, especially the RG assets, that they're real, without any room for doubt. Unless, again, Helix Chamber has a time travel machine. This is more than just a "small snippet"; this is cold, hard evidence that proves the veracity of both. Let's not let our personal opinions hurt Bulbapedia. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 18:33, 11 May 2019 (UTC)
::::::I have to agree, there's no doubt the leaks are legit by this point. Waiting for confirmation from official sources or Famitsu is asinine, game companies rarely if ever confirm the veracity on such leaks. It seems to me that this place is just inexperienced at dealing with beta leaks. The proof brought up already proves they're not fake; even The Cutting Room Floor, which ''does'' have experience at the subject of leaks, prototypes and scrapped content, has accepted them as legit. Stop being so headstrong in the face of proof. [[User:Ericss|Ericss]] ([[User talk:Ericss|talk]]) 06:50, 25 May 2019 (UTC)

== Admins -- is Gen 5 betamon info all rumors? ==

Hey admins, how are ya. I made this Bulbapedia account just to write this post.

I've got a YouTube channel that primarily focuses on beta Pokemon content, with an emphasis on having a source for everything. I'm working on Gen 5 now, and I was looking at Bulbapedia's unused Pokemon page. It seems that information regarding the beta of the Hydreigon family, Sawk, Throh, Tornadus, Thundurus, and Stunfisk is all credited to a Nintendo Dream interview with Ken Sugimori. But I've spent about 12 hours over the past couple days searching for that interview, or even a volume number that interview is meant to be contained in. I even googled around in Japanese. Couldn't find a thing. I asked my 22,000 subscribers for help, including some who are Japanese. No one could find anything. It seems Bulbapedia and many other sites have just been citing "a Nintendo Dream interview," and no one has been linking or citing a specific volume.

I'm thinking maybe it's meant to be volume 205, the May 2011 issue. But in that interview Sugimori only says that Hydreigon is based on the Yamata no Ochiri. I'm thinking all these quotes attributed to that Sugimori interview -- about dragon tanks, horned eyebrowless Oni, red Tornadus, and anglerfish Stunfisk -- probably don't exist, and that all Bulbapedia's Gen 5 betamon info is bunk -- all except Sawsbuck and Excadrill. I'd really like to be wrong though.

I tried combing through the page's history tab, but couldn't find where this information was added. I'm new to looking over the back-end of wikis though, so my apologies if I'm just overlooking something obvious. Please let me know, I'd really appreciate it.

Cheers admins,

Dr Lava {{unsigned|Dr Lava}}
:Ultra-ironic if true. -[[ArchdevilAntidote]]
::-[http://blog.livedoor.jp/shellspider/archives/696157.html#more]
::-[http://rpgland.com/2010/11/30/pokemon-black-and-white-scans-interview-in-nintendo-dream/]
::-[https://web.archive.org/web/20111119031953/http://pokemonblackandwhite.net/?p=4142]
::-[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=List_of_unused_Pok%C3%A9mon_and_character_designs&diff=1660923&oldid=1653669]
::-[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Talk:Hydreigon_(Pok%C3%A9mon)#Official_source._Hydreigon_is_based_on_a_Japanese_dragon.28YAMATA_NO_OROCHI.29.] (User Sawamular cites Nintendo Dream volume 205 as his source, he posted the same message on pokemon talk pages relevant to the Gen 5 beta)
::-[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Hydreigon_(Pok%C3%A9mon)&diff=prev&oldid=1448591]
::-[https://forums.serebii.net/threads/official-pokemon-discussion-thread.467053/page-459#post-12163722]
::--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:08, 22 May 2019 (UTC)

{{indent}}Thanks ForceFire for the links, much appreciated. Of the 7 links you gave me as sources for the Gen 5 Pokemon's altered designs, one of them was in Japanese, one referred to the Nintendo Dream issue as being the February 2011 instead of May, #19 was just a user citing the May issue for the Yamata no Orochi quote but nothing else -- and well, I found the whole collection to be useful but still a little confusing and unclear. The most useful one was a non-ideal translation on page 459 of a Serebii forums thread, which is basically ungooglable. That said, I don't mean to come off as jerky here -- I know you're working with what you've got and I'm impressed you even had this much, and I appreciate your taking the time to provide me these links.

I think this particular Sugimori interview is probably the most important interview that deals with Gen 5 altered Pokemon designs, so I had the interview's Japanese transcript properly translated into English, and a Japanese friend was able to provide me with a picture of volume 205's page that has the information about Hydreigon, Sawk, Throh, and the Forces of Nature trio. '''I've compiled the original Japanese transcript, the English translation, pictures, and provided context for the interview, and added it all to my website in an easy-to-read article.''' I also included a special thanks section that thanks you ForceFire for providing valuable links, as well as to Shellspider, the original transcriber, and a link to the archive of his old blog. Several other folks who helped put it all together are thanked as well at the end of the interview's translation. Here's the link: http://lavacutcontent.com/ken-sugimori-nintendo-dream/

I hope that this link can serve as a more convenient, accessible, and accurate source for these "altered design" entries on the "unused Pokemon" page. Like I said, '''I think this particular Sugimori interview is really important, and information about it is incredibly difficult to find, even with Google. And I think it needs to be preserved and easy to access, particularly for folks who don't speak Japanese.''' Anyway, thanks again for taking the time to help me find this stuff ForceFire. Sorry if I formatted this post wrong -- I couldn't figure out how to make it a reply to your previous comment, so I just put it here. Cheers. -Dr Lava [[User:Dr Lava|Dr Lava]] ([[User talk:Dr Lava|talk]]) 11:56, 25 May 2019 (UTC)
:The other staff members also contributed in finding those links, I just relayed the information. A majority of those links all cite the same one source: Nintendo Dream. I've added the information into the altered Pokemon section, linking your site as a reference. I'll eventually get to adding the information to the individual articles.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 08:10, 30 May 2019 (UTC)

== Another Nintendo Dream interview translation with Sugimori ==

I had another Ken Sugimori interview translated, this one from Nintendo Dream volume 204. Here's the link: http://lavacutcontent.com/ken-sugimori-nintendo-dream-2/

And here are the highlights as it relates to this "unused Pokemon" page:

"Petilil and Lilligant were originally meant as a three-stage evolutionary line."

"Stunfisk was born out of the designer’s desire to create the flattest Pokémon. At first he was modeled after a goosefish, was blue in color, and was dual-type Water and Electric, but during the balancing phase of development, his type was changed and he ended up resembling a flounder." This page currently states he was an angler fish. A goosefish is technically a type of angler fish, but I think most folks think of an angler fish as round, but a goosefish as flat. Idk, maybe that's just me.

"Originally Dwebble and Crustle’s shells were supposed to be made from kiln-fired pottery, which would have made them ‘Furnace Pokémon.’ But we ended up revising the shells and giving them sharper angles, because we thought the original designs looked slow and awkward."

About the Litwick family: "The original concept was to create a Pokémon family that starts as a flame, then a candle, and finally a lamp. But the idea that a flame evolved into a candle wasn’t really working, so we ended up switching the candle’s position to make it the family’s first form."

I talked to SnorlaxMonster on Twitter -- he told me there were a few of you guys in an admin group chat that scrounged up those links you sent me before. Very much appreciated. Cheers ForceFire. [[User:Dr Lava|Dr Lava]] ([[User talk:Dr Lava|talk]]) 19:19, 2 June 2019 (UTC)

[June 19, 2019 edit]

I had the interview from Nintendo Dream volume 201 translated as well, here's the link: http://lavacutcontent.com/ken-sugimori-nintendo-dream-3/

The main highlight, at least as far as beta Pokemon, is the section about Karrablast and a scrapped snail Pokemon once meant as Karrablast and Escavalier's rival, or more likely a 2 stage family of snails.

== Unpictured ==

The sheep that we thought could be Flaaffy or Mareep... could also be Wooloo (and if it evolves, maybe whatever it evolves to). --[[User:OPStellar|OPStellar]] ([[User talk:OPStellar|talk]]) 20:29, 3 August 2019 (UTC)OPStellar

== Hoppip's beta name ==

Please add that {{p|Hoppip}}'s beta name was {{tt|ハネコ|Haneko}} '''Haneco'''. Thank you. --[[User:TheICTLiker4|'''TheICT''']][[User talk:TheICTLiker4|'''Liker''']][[Special:Contributions/TheICTLiker4|'''4''']] 07:19, 15 September 2019 (UTC)

== Gengar & "Nidorino", Omega and Gyaoonh ==
Change Nidorino to unknown creature. Nidorino was created way after 1990. Nidoran ♂️, Nidoran ♀️, Nidoking, and Nidoqueen were created in 1990. The creature appears to shair traits with Gyaoon as well. Only 30 pokémon were created in 1990, as seen in Capumon documents which also included Omega, which was a robotic tyrannosauroid based on Mecha Godzilla. Omega was first seen in Satoshi Tagiri manga, where most of it's sprite and name was covered up. It was finally seen in December 2018 when the second Capumon sprite page was revealed in an NHK broadcast. It originally used Blastoise's cry, which was seen when in the Gameinformer video interview with James Turner, Gyaoon's cry was also revealed to have been Ivysaur's It may have been a counterpart to Gyaoon as Gyaoon's name is an onomatopoeia for Godzilla's roar. Gyaoon was later moved to slot 31 based on leaked prototype data for Red & Green. The origin of the files is from a hacker that hacked nintendo's servers. This is also where the Spaceworld 1997 G&S Prototype and the Gen 4 beta sprites originated from.

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[[User:Kingdedede|Kingdedede]] ([[User talk:Kingdedede|talk]]) 01:52, 25 March 2020 (UTC)

Talk:Pokémon Gold and Silver beta

2020-02-18T13:24:57Z

Kingdedede: /* Spaceworld Information */

Picture-heavy, no? [[User:Evkl|evkl]] 23:04, 18 November 2005 (CST)

We have a problem -- this article is almost a direct copy of this page here: [http://www.magicstone.de/dzd/game_analysis_gs-beta.php Pokémon Gold & Silver - Development Reconstruction]

argh. all the pictures are direct copies. Do we have permission?

Well. We can assume that given the kind of reaction I've received from the author of this article, that [[User:Celebi23]] and the author of that page are one and the same... But, seeing as [[:de:Pokémon Gold & Silber (Beta)]] exists, hmm, it makes matters more confusing. - [[User:Zhen Lin|振霖]][[User talk:Zhen Lin|T]] 00:29, 19 November 2005 (CST)

Hi there. I'm xdaniel, the original author of the Pokemon G/S Development Reconstruction article on DigitalZero Domain - my website - which is linked to here. As several parts of this article here were rewritten, i'm not exactly sure if my appearance etc. here is of any importance anymore but i'd still like to express my view on this. The user Celebi23 here and me are definatly not the same person, whoever that was pretty much just copy'n'pasted my article in here without permission. I had no idea about this until I came across this article (and this Wiki in general) via the German PokeWiki. I don't really know much about how Wikis work, but while, as I already stated, parts of the article here were already rewritten, enhanced, etc., i'd still like to ask if someone of you could rewrite it a bit further - things like the structuring by years or the 1997 Pokemon 2 section - and change the link to my article to point to my (German language btw) website with a note about my article (or something similar). I hope you understand my point and opinion. - xdaniel on April 11th, 2006 at ~14:23 (local German time)

You can do that yourself - that's the main feature of a wiki. Unfortunately, I don't understand German, neither do most of the people here. - [[User:Zhen Lin|振霖]][[User talk:Zhen Lin|T]] 14:24, 11 April 2006 (UTC)

== Categorization ==

I thought I'd catergorize this page, but I'm not sure where to put it. Should it go in Games or Meta? Personally I think Meta but if anyone else has an opinion Ill be glad to hear it

Why not both. You can give an article as many categories as you want. (But don't overdo it.) - [[User:Zhen Lin|振霖]][[User talk:Zhen Lin|T]] 03:40, 24 November 2005 (CST)

== The pics at the bottom... ==

Why're they there? Do they really say anything about Route 46 and the National Park? '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 05:33, 23 December 2008 (UTC)

==Links==

One of the links, when I clicked on it, it said that it was suspected of containing malware. Does it? And if it does, we should remove it. [[User:TorchicBlaziken|TorchicBlaziken]] ([[User_talk:TorchicBlaziken|talk]]•[[Special:Contributions/TorchicBlaziken|edits]]) 23:32, 11 January 2009 (UTC)
:It would really help if you gave the link. [[User:The Dark Fiddler|The Dark Fiddler]] - [[User talk:The Dark Fiddler|Nos hablamos?]] 23:33, 11 January 2009 (UTC)

== Something i noticed ==

Probably not that important, but neat nonetheless. In [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:1999-GS_beta_title_screen.jpg this picture], behind the gold kanji, the red block looks kinda like an angled number 2. I guess that screen was from before they removed the number from the game's title. [[User:Morgil27|Morgil27]] 04:03, 10 February 2010 (UTC)
:Yea, that's when it was known as Pocket Monsters 2 I believe. I think it is mentioned.--'''[[User:Midnight Blue|Midnight]] [[User talk:Midnight Blue|''Blue'']]''' 04:05, 10 February 2010 (UTC)

== New beta map ==

http://i48.tinypic.com/2d14gaq.png

It's from here (starts at about the 2min mark)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4de7uwhoOyY

What would this be categorized under?--'''[[User:Immewnity|''immewnity'']][[User talk:Immewnity|the]][[Special:Contributions/Immewnity|mew]]''' 14:10, 7 June 2010 (UTC)
:Wow. It's in Polish. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 14:45, 7 June 2010 (UTC)
::Here's a recreation of that map: [http://i41.tinypic.com/3321py0.png] The white fence is the same, but the trees are still the beta ones. --[[User:Jurgen200|Jurgen200]] 09:27, 18 February 2012 (UTC)

== Silent Hills ==
Do we have proof that this was the beta name of the starting town? Because this would be interesting trivia to put on New Bark Town's page, especially considering the Silent Hill horror series.--[[User:Phantomjunkie|Phantom]][[User talk:Phantomjunkie|Junkie]] 21:52, 5 August 2010 (UTC)
:It wasn't the beta name of New Bark. It was a completely different starting town.--'''[[User:Immewnity|''immewnity'']][[User talk:Immewnity|the]][[Special:Contributions/Immewnity|mew]]''' 15:45, 8 August 2010 (UTC)

== Preoder issues? ==

This is something that's been bugging me for some time.

I heard there was issues with the first release of games, specifically those sent to people who pre-ordered Pocket Monsters Gold/Silver in Japan; it was a version with the gender option still implemented, but ended up crashing after the gender was chosen. I heard this back on a few websites during the day, and wanted to know the status of this; after all, this is Pokemon, who knows what rumors may've flown about it.

I can say I would trust one of the sites I've heard it from, but it's been so long (10 years!) that I no longer remember it or know if it exists anymore.
[[User:Lass|Lass]] 01:53, 22 December 2010 (UTC)

== Missing Daughter and the Glitch City Ghost ==
I recently found out about this after finding out about an NPC in the GSC version of Glitch City. She's black and white(almost looking like a ghost) and when she "sees" you the Burned Tower music plays.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFHjaRR6XD0

That sidequest could have been a lot darker than the SS Aqua one. [[User:Sukid|Sukid]] 02:26, 3 March 2011 (UTC)

== Beta Qwilfish/Chikorita/Marril sprites? ==

According to [http://www.betaarchive.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=8416&hilit=pokemon this], there were beta sprites of those three Pokemon left in the coding of Gold and Silver. Do these actually exist, and if they do can they be added to the article? [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] 03:43, 30 July 2011 (UTC)

== Pocket Monsters GS Demo Data Link ==

I found this link while surfing the internet and I will say it is very informative. I do believe it should be in the Links section, however, I want you guys to look and decide:
http://web.me.com/celebi23/Spaceworld_97_Pokemon/Combined_Demo_Info.html

: Yes, I do agree with your opinion that some info should be on this article. If we do this, the part that says you're automatically named "Ash Ketchum" should be made to the name being automatically changed to Satoshi because this was in Japan and the U.S. counterpart to Satoshi is Ash Ketchum. So, really, it was probably automatically named Satoshi. [[User:JacobTheDoduo|JacobTheDoduo]] 01:50, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

== More beta material ==

Old Pokemon fansites from the time period have a greater collection of screenshots than is featured here, and more and more are turning up:
Much higher resolution of original starting town from Super Game Boy era: [http://i43.tinypic.com/2dbjold.png]
Beta Slowpoke Well entrance from Super Game Boy era: [http://i42.tinypic.com/syqg00.png]
Pokemon party screen, showing an egg but no genders: [http://i43.tinypic.com/35bicsw.png]
Clefairy Pokedex, with beta numbered footprint: [http://i42.tinypic.com/2130iub.jpg]
Beta berry tree design: [http://i43.tinypic.com/35m1ts9.jpg] (final pic for comparison: [http://i42.tinypic.com/vzzujk.png])
Beta Poke Mart: [http://i44.tinypic.com/35ic08x.jpg]
National Park entrance, more simplistic fence sprites and no bin: [http://i40.tinypic.com/dlgk5s.jpg]
Pre-release screenshots of routes and caves etc: [http://i39.tinypic.com/i1wcit.gif] [http://i44.tinypic.com/2md4i1v.jpg] [http://i39.tinypic.com/245zswz.gif] [http://i39.tinypic.com/3504bvc.jpg]

Four pages of beta information are still online at Nintendo.co.jp: [http://www.nintendo.co.jp/n02/dmg/kingin/page01.html]
(Mirror of that site just in case: [http://www.mediafire.com/?ibj1xsg2931xx1j])
--[[User:Jurgen200|Jurgen200]] 08:52, 18 February 2012 (UTC)

:The second pic, the one with the Beta Slowpoke Well, gives a 404 error. Could you please re-upload it? Also, do you remember the websites you found those pics on? - [[User:Ericss|Ericss]] 10:56, 15 March 2012 (UTC)

==Olivine Beta Map???==

I'm sorry, but this looks kinda fake to me. Despite it being a beta map, the other maps are complete, but this on has a black tile with nothing and a house with random inaccessible headbutt trees on it. It just doesn't look real to me. [[User:JacobTheDoduo|JacobTheDoduo]] 03:31, 24 March 2012 (UTC)
:That's because the original tilesets these maps used were removed or damaged beyond repair, so the maps are essentially being shown with the final version's tilesets. Hence why many elements do not show up correctly. --[[User:Dorsal Axe|Dorsal Axe]] 17:49, 18 May 2012 (UTC)
:: Alright, thanks. [[User:JacobTheDoduo|JacobTheDoduo]] 06:46, 31 May 2012 (UTC)

==More Beta Material again!==
Someone at Bulbapedia pages has found another beta material again:

http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f226/beta-pok%C3%A9mon-sprite-into-pok%C3%A9mon-g-s-c-beta-casino-136155/#post4190263 <--- Pokémon Gold and Silver Beta Casinò

http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/f226/new-important-information-found-about-pok%C3%A9mon-gold-silver-2-alpha-135833/ <--- Two new map about Pokémon Gold and Silver Alpha

== New beta screenshots ==

This [http://k38.img-up.net/gs_098_smac976.gif apparent beta casino] and these [http://t04.img-up.net/b2-109f4e.gif two] [http://z47.img-up.net/b2-11b338.gif other] shots were just added to the page. They should be added to the gallery with the other beta screenshots if they're worth keeping. I'd do it myself, but apparently I can't upload pictures. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] ([[User talk:Yamiidenryuu|talk]]) 14:19, 12 November 2012 (UTC)
:... Wait, I just noticed the above post. Disregard this, I guess. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] ([[User talk:Yamiidenryuu|talk]]) 14:24, 12 November 2012 (UTC)

== Clearer beta images ==

I found this today, it appears to be a Japanese magazine scan with clearer images of what we have here.
[https://twitter.com/touyu0519/status/330629423768416256/photo/1 New Scan]
[[User:Dehry|Dehry]] ([[User talk:Dehry|talk]]) 01:41, 8 May 2013 (UTC)

== Glitch Dimension ==
If you look at the [[Glitch dimension]] page, you see this during the glitch:
[[File:Glitch dimension Ho-Oh.png|thumb|center|Ho-Oh showing its true colors, in a "clean" Glitch Dimension.]]
I presume that this exists in the coding in the game but not used in the final version (i.e. beta) [[User:Wowy|Wowy]] ([[User talk:Wowy|talk]]) 06:08, 21 September 2013 (UTC)

== Beta content ==

I found some screenshots on IGN and on Unseen64 that might be useful to show more beta content on the page's screenshots section. Some pictures are large.

{|class="mw-collapsible mw-collapsed navtemplate light" style="border:1px solid #d3d3d3"
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|-
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http://pocketmedia.ign.com/media/previews/image/pokemonsilver/pokegols1.jpg
http://pocketmedia.ign.com/media/previews/image/pokemonsilver/pokegols2.jpg
http://pocketmedia.ign.com/media/previews/image/pokemonsilver/pokegols3.jpg
http://pocketmedia.ign.com/media/previews/image/pokemonsilver/pokegols4.jpg
http://pocketmedia.ign.com/media/previews/image/pokemonsilver/pokegols5.jpg
http://pocketmedia.ign.com/media/previews/image/pokemonsilver/pokegols6.jpg
http://pocketmedia.ign.com/media/previews/image/pokemonsilver/pokegols9.jpg
http://pocketmedia.ign.com/media/previews/image/pokemonsilver/pokegols11.jpg
http://pocketmedia.ign.com/media/previews/image/pokemonsilver/pokegols12.jpg

http://www.unseen64.net/wp-content/gallery/pokemon-2/poket-monsters-2-scans02.jpg
http://www.unseen64.net/wp-content/gallery/pokemon-2/poket-monsters-2-scans03.jpg
|}
--[[user:totodile101|Totodile101]] ([[user talk:totodile101|talk]]) 18:06, 16 November 2013 (UTC)
:We can't steal content from other websites. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 18:37, 16 November 2013 (UTC)
:At least get them from the actual source, which is the Japanese Nintendo page for Gold and Silver. [[User:SatoMew2|Sato]][[User talk:SatoMew2|Mew]] 23:07, 3 January 2015 (UTC)

== Probably beta art concept book ==

Hi Guys, today searching on ebay i found an art book of pocket monsters 2. Take a look.
I think that the art book could be a great discovery for details of beta concepts.
[http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ultra-Rare-Ken-Sugimori-Beta-Art-Unreleased-Pokemon-Book-Japanese-/162195940238?hash=item25c3a1a38e:g:TTMAAOSwaB5XkAfS] {{unsigned|‎Xtr3m one}}

==Beta Safari Zone==
Here's some beta gameplay showing someone going into the Safari Zone and encountering level 20-wise Pokemon. This suggests you were supposed to start at Kanto and travel to Johto (like TPP Anniversary Crystal). It also shows beta sprites for Pokemon like Porygon2, Butterfree, and Mankey, among others, which are in a colored RGBY style rather than the final GSC sprites. It shows beta maps, and TONS of info. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMBRA0z-Z8Q {{unsigned|Gs22033}}

== Pokémon Gold SpaceWorld Demo Leak ==

Should we add the info of the leaked demo, or will the demo get a page? --[[User:Prog rocker|Prog rocker]] ([[User talk:Prog rocker|talk]]) 00:37, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
:We don't know if it is legitimate. It could be a hoax to keep the nostalgia train from the recent pre-RG reveals.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:43, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
::If this is a hoax, It's the most elaborate one i've ever seen, And i highly doubt TCRF would risk their reputation by hosting a fake beta of a game. [[User:Bearfan121|Bearfan121]] ([[User talk:Bearfan121|talk]]) 17:12, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
:::So, I guess this means wait and see. --[[User:Prog rocker|Prog rocker]] ([[User talk:Prog rocker|talk]]) 19:05, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
::::Let's grant that TCRF wouldn't deliberately host something fake... They could still be hosting something they ''think'' isn't fake, only to later discover that it actually is.
::::Just because they've hosted it doesn't mean it's 100% authentic. So yeah, we can ''at least'' give it more than a couple days to see how it plays out. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 19:14, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
::::::This is approaching the same level of pathetic as when Bulbapedia refused to acknowledge Eternal Flower Floette as real even when multiple people hacked the retail versions of XY to find it with video evidence. It's about as real as anything's ever going to get, and the suggestion that this is a hoax with overwhelming evidence to the contrary is downright embarrassing. How long will Bulbapedia keep its head firmly buried in the sand this time? Did you even do any research before forming your opinion? [[User:Fishman|Fishman]] ([[User talk:Fishman|talk]]) 23:35, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
:::::::Dude, calm down. They will post it in due time. I'm sure of it. --[[User:Prog rocker|Prog rocker]] ([[User talk:Prog rocker|talk]]) 23:40, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
::::::::Protip! Instead of accusing us of just not doing research, maybe suggest some things we may not have seen?
::::::::Fact is, we do understand that it looks pretty authentic. (We absolutely do try to be diligent. Just, that doesn't always mean we'll reach the conclusion you want.) We still prefer to wait for a while, since it is still an anonymous leak. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 01:44, 2 June 2018 (UTC)
:::::::::My problem is, The only way i see it being absolutely 100% confirmed real is if Nintendo admits it's real (Unlikely) or starts issuing takedown notices, I can't see any other way it can be proven real beyond a shadow of a doubt. [[User:Bearfan121|Bearfan121]] ([[User talk:Bearfan121|talk]]) 03:16, 2 June 2018 (UTC)
{{indent}}Just have to wait it out for now and be patient. We do need to recall that it is unknown to everyone who even dumped or discovered the rom in the first place and that in the past a representative sold a debug version of Pokemon Ruby to a debug / beta collector. Should be interesting to see what happens from here. :) ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 03:22, 2 June 2018 (UTC)
:Occam's Razor suggests to me that it's more likely that it's a legit Beta versus an elaborate ROM hack. I totally understand Fishman's frustration because Bulbapedia has a history of being late to the party with info, but I also understand Bulbapedia's desire to ensure that it's authentic and not jump the gun. That said, I'd say at this point it's pretty much obvious it's official, but if Bulbagarden wants to wait until July 1st to start adding info about it, then that's what's gonna happen. -- [[User:Nick15|Nick15]] ([[User talk:Nick15|talk]]) 22:20, 4 June 2018 (UTC)
::I posted this link on the talk page for Prototype Pokémon designs, and since the discussion here seems to be a lot more lively, I thought I would post it here too: [https://iimarckus.org/spaceworld/] I find it very interesting that a small animation used for Hoothoot in the alleged leaked demo was found in the final game... after the supposed demo was leaked. (Just to be clear, I'm not saying that the demo is 100% true for sure, I'm just bringing up potential evidence as a discussion point.) --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 23:45, 4 June 2018 (UTC)
:::I'm just gonna throw this out there as possible evidence against it being legit: One of the supposed beta pokemon is just a straight-up rip off of the mascot for a Japanese doughnut chain. And while there is a rumor that the guy who made that mascot also worked at Game Freak at the time, there isn't really any concrete evidence linking the two. https://legendsoflocalization.com/what-do-japanese-fans-think-of-the-leaked-pokemon-spaceworld-demo/#the-porygon2-surprise [[User:Morgil27|Morgil]] ([[User talk:Morgil27|talk]]) 01:37, 5 June 2018 (UTC)
::::Could have been a tribute, like Square did with the Chocobo. IIRC it was a reference to the mascot of a Chocolate factory or something like that. Sorry if my initial question brought problems here.--[[User:Prog rocker|Prog rocker]] ([[User talk:Prog rocker|talk]]) 02:07, 5 June 2018 (UTC)
:::::Interesting... There's too much of a resemblance between potential beta Porygon2 and Pon de Lion for it to be a coincidence. Wow. I can't think of any explanation for that. On one hand, that's such a specific reference for a fake ROM to make, but on the other, if it was real, then why did Pon de Lion not exist until 2003? Very interesting find indeed.

:::::No need to apologize, Prog rocker, I think this is a discussion that is worthy of being had. This, if real, would be one of the biggest pieces of Pokémon history, and if fake, would be one of the most disappointing hoaxes of Pokémon history. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 02:14, 5 June 2018 (UTC)
:::::: First time making a comment, so I apologize if I do this incorrectly but- proto Porygon2's resemblance to Pon de Lion should not be considered evidence against the leak as proto Porygon2 also bares a strong resemblance to a LOT of lion-shaped baby toys. Pon de Lion is a cutesy four-legged lion with a donut mane, and proto Porygon2 is a cutesy two-legged lion showing off the graphical upgrade to spheres. Both are just a simplistic lion-based design that anyone could have thought up, so I do think that it can be passed off as coincidence. [[User:Yoriven|Yoriven]] ([[User talk:Yoriven|talk]]) 05:41, 5 June 2018 (UTC)

@Nick15; The page being protected until July 1st is not a cue for anyone to add the information. That's just an estimated time to see if this gets proven real or fake by that date.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:22, 5 June 2018 (UTC)

@Force Fire Interestingly, the title screen with the orange and black Ho-Oh sprite does show up in a screenshot at the SpaceWorld '97 off-screen, but it's too far away to make out at first glance, but you can see the orange and black sprite if you zoom in on the image on one ofthe screens, it was posted on the Beta Resetera thread.:

https://tcrf.net/images/0/06/Playable_silverSW97.png [[User:Tyler11]] ([[User talk:Tyler11]]

The guy who first started disassembling Pokemon games has written an article with some evidence that they are real prototypes: https://iimarckus.org/spaceworld/ --[[User:Dorsal Axe|Dorsal Axe]] ([[User talk:Dorsal Axe|talk]]) 20:26, 5 June 2018 (UTC)

:I guess there's a orange and black smudge there? I don't think it's possible to compare it to the 1996 promo nor to the 'leaked' demo.
:iimarckus's account proves nothing. The details of the demo could've been read beforehand and the animations and stuff could've been copied and edited from the original Gold/Silver ergo having such similarities. [[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 03:34, 8 June 2018 (UTC)
::This just in, random Bulbapedia editor knows more about the inner workings of a rom that is neither a Red Version hack or a Gold Version hack than a person responsible for disassemblies. Expert analysis means nothing because jimbob didn't get confirmation from daddy nintendo that the sky is blue. [[User:Fishman|Fishman]] ([[User talk:Fishman|talk]]) 01:45, 9 June 2018 (UTC)
::Absolutely, any matching details could easily be attributed to the fact that all of this information is public on the Internet, and that any dedicated hoaxer could have copied every detail. However, I think it's worth mentioning that that image did not exist on the Internet until after the demo was leaked, as Google reverse image search shows.

::Right now, I think the link that I and Dorsal Axe posted is the best piece of evidence that we have so far. Hopefully more is revealed through time. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 03:39, 8 June 2018 (UTC)

:::The image above? The Black and orange sprite is pretty much unrecognizable. This ain't exactly a high-res camera. As I said, we can't really see if it is the 1996 prototype sprite (which would prove the leak to be fake) or the one from the leak (which could prove the leak to be true)...
::: [[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 04:05, 8 June 2018 (UTC)

@ExLight I zoomed in to the spot I'm talking about to try to get a better look, and took a screenshot of it to get a better look at the sprite, sorry that it's low-res, hope it looks a little more clearer to you. The '2' is missing from the logo, just like on the ROM.:

http://prntscr.com/jsloxe

And I found this 'gif' on 4chan, someone compared the ROM's 'Route 1' with the image's
Route 1.:

https://archive-media-0.nyafuu.org/vp/image/1528/37/1528376630486.gif

I do take the entire ROM with a bucket of salt, but it has been an interesting ride, even though I'm on 'Team Real' currently. I think the 1996 build was an earlier build, though, some of the locations in the ROM were present in magazine scans, such as the town with the tower, which had a window on its doors in the scan, and in the ROM, it's just regular wooden doors. My belief in the ROM is merely just an opinion, you may agree or disagree, even it is a clever fake if proven so in the end. [[User:Tyler11|Tyler11]] ([[User talk:Tyler11|talk]]) 16:08, 8 June 2018 (UTC)
:Very interesting find. Even in that low quality image it's clear that the trees/fences/grass match up.

:The one thing that doesn't though, is this blob here:

:https://i.imgur.com/Z5qIL7O.png

:However, when I checked the actual game to see what goes on there, there's a trainer who wanders around there, and sure enough, he stood in that spot. Seems to check out to me. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 17:41, 8 June 2018 (UTC)

at this point we're in full desperate denial mode, huh? literally every piece of evidence, even stuff people more or less didn't scrutinize at all or completely missed prior to the proto going public is being ignored because "w-well they could have just made it up based on this photo and not the other way around so it doesn't count!!" give it up and get in touch with reality. there is no rational reason to plug your ears and shout at this point, and that's about all it can be characterized as. the earth isn't flat. [[User:Fishman|Fishman]] ([[User talk:Fishman|talk]]) 01:41, 9 June 2018 (UTC)
:No need to be so aggressive... Bulbapedia's stance is to wait until concrete evidence surfaces, which is a far cry from "desperate denial mode", and even then they discuss it, which takes time. Be patient. If it is true then it will likely be added to the site within a month or so.

:If there is a possibility that the people who leaked the demo "could have just made it up based on this photo" as you say in your portrayal of Bulbapedia, even a slight possibility, then staff will decide not to put it up. That's how it works here, you don't have to like it, but there's not much you can do to change it It really isn't worth insulting other editors over..

:I do believe that the ROM is real, but I also appreciate the need to confirm everything 100%. Even if that means, God forbid, we have to wait more than a week or two for information to be put up. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 01:57, 9 June 2018 (UTC)

::There will literally never be magical, Nintendo-sourced statements to "100%" confirm that this is real. Expecting that is stupid. At this point, trying to claim that this romhack with hundreds of completely original sprites that anyone with functioning eyes can tell are a bridge between the first and second generation art styles (particularly with gen 1 pokemon) is fake makes about as much sense as claiming that anything we treated as fact before the Spaceworld Proto leaked is fake. There's plenty on this very article that's unsourced that I could just as easily claim are fake just because I don't like them. After all, photoshop exists so anything that doesn't get a press release confirming the legitimacy of is fake. Videos are fake too. Entire games are fake. Reality is fake. [[User:Fishman|Fishman]] ([[User talk:Fishman|talk]]) 02:11, 9 June 2018 (UTC)
:::Nobody is saying that these leaks are 100% fake. We're just saying we're not 100% sure yet. Yes Occam's razor says the leak is real but until hard concrete evidence comes out that are undisprovable without any doubt then we can't say it's 100% real yet. There isn't yet that has come out, so therefore, we can't put it up yet. Anyways, saying that we can't undoubtedly prove the veracity of these leaks (which != saying they're fake) is a whole nother world from saying that videos, entire games, and reality is fake, so I'm not sure what you're trying to prove with that.

:::If you want to help prove these leaks real so they do get onto the wiki officially, then you should probably be a bit less harsh, chill out a bit, and help out with us instead. And again, it's only been a little more than a week, expecting something this huge to be up so quickly is asking for a little much. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 02:29, 9 June 2018 (UTC)

:The level of scientific absurdity reached in this page has gone too far. Even if the leaked ROMs aren't real prototypes, the level of magnitude they got in the social media is too big to simply hide them as if they never existed. I suppose this kind of wiki was made to compile relevant information about Pokémon, so if the ROMs have spread worldwide and almost everybody knows about them, they really deserve a place here. Science is not perfect, it's based on evidences and we make new discoveries everyday, so it's completely normal that we change our minds and end up modifying things (physics, paleontology, medicine, all is open to interpretation and changes). Not adding the leaked ROMs information won't prove you're smarter or correct, but reflect you think you're infallible, and trust me, that's impossible for us. It's not even necessary to add a reference of the leaked ROMs as an immovable truth or the truly lost prototypes, just add them and add a sticky on the top reflecting what they are: leaked ROMs which possibly are the lost prototypes everyone is talking about and had an enormous impact in the fans of the franchise. Is it that hard? Think about it, for example, we have references to the Electric Soldier Porygon incident, we have suppositions about where the Pokémon names could come from and we have even a section dedicated to ROM hacks. You'll end up adding this new information, even if it's all a scam, it's part of Pokémon franchise story, so please, stop being so elitist and open your minds. --[[User:Micael Alighieri|Micael Alighieri]] 13:27, 9 June 2018

::A couple of things everyone coming here to be rude seems to be missing:
:::1. On their twitter account, the bulbapedia webmasters have stated they are waiting a full month before adding anything (more or less to give people time to do all the research on the demo itself and to avoid any possible legal trouble that might come anyone's way from this demo.)
:::2. While an official confirmation would be delightful, nothing is going to be added until after this month; ultimately, whether or not Spaceworld demo stuff gets added sooner or later is up to the webmasters and Editor-In-Chief to decide.
:::3. NO ONE is saying this is a rom hack or fake, it's merely speculation that people who have not been to this wiki keep thinking that the whole wiki is thinking. I have seen a comment or two at first wondering if it was real or not but the more info that comes out, the less people are even debating the validity (most users here have come to the conclusion it is very much real but as point 1 states, everyone still needs to wait it out til July).
::On that note, I do not see why people are getting so upset that this demo is not being added to the wiki immediately. Even with past betas and demos, they almost rarely were ever added right away, I have to agree with the staff and do not see much reason to change the way they wait out to add certain content. No webmaster or admin here is trying to be smug and act like we are better than everyone else, that's just a very misleading opinion from those who do not come here often. So please refrain from getting hostile towards the wiki while we all wait for the final choice of the Webmasters and Editor-In-Chief, thank you. ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 11:36, 9 June 2018 (UTC)

@Frozen Fennec Agreed, people who are acting this level of rudeness need to calm down, and let the staff decide what to do, all I did was provide some images to help provide evidence, which can be seen above, two screenshots, one of them being a zoomed in version to show a blurry tile screen, and s gif comparing a Route to the one in the ROM. It's disappointing to see people acting rude and nasty to the staff when they haven't reached a decision yet. [[User:Tyler11|Tyler11]] ([[User talk:Tyler11|talk]]) 12:47, 9 June 2018 (UTC)

:So, what you're saying is if Nintendo were to be catastrophically stupid enough to pursue LEGAL ACTION against people for making a prototype public, Bulbapedia is willing to match that stupidity and refuse to cover or publish anything found in that prototype? There is literally no reason to pretend this doesn't exist. It's only going to get more embarrassing the longer people insist on keeping their heads in the sand. A wiki isn't a book you have to drag your feet on finishing until the dust settles because you only get one chance to do it. Congratulations on the decision to waste the fact that Bulbapedia is a wiki. We're paralyzed for a month in fear because we wouldn't want to put anything on Bulbapedia that isn't 100% correct. But those Trivia sections, man? Those are perfection. Just vomit random speculation and coincidences into those and press Save. [[User:Fishman|Fishman]] ([[User talk:Fishman|talk]]) 20:30, 9 June 2018 (UTC)
::Fishman, Nintendo [https://www.giantbomb.com/pokemon-blackwhite/3030-30613/forums/websites-hit-with-copyright-infringement-notices-448310/ has pursued legal action over this kind of thing in the past], first of all. Legal action against sites that publish information, such as Serebii. It's really not worth risking.

::Besides, the point is that the staff decided to wait because we want to prevent any speculation. Waiting for the dust to settle, you know? If we just let people edit immediately, then what will likely happen is people who are so excited by the reveal will edit whatever information in that they see online before we know if it's correct. That would be a lot of work to edit out, and we want to prevent that kind of deal whenever possible. If we wait a month we will likely know the full details of the demo as well, which we aren't completely sure we do at the moment. Stuff is still being discovered at the moment, such as how to get into caves and ruins with no warp data. It's only been nine days since the alleged demo has been leaked.

::We also are still continuing to find more and more information proving the veracity of these leaks. Do we have enough evidence right now? I have no idea, honestly. In my opinion, yes, but it could be argued that there's nothing concrete right now. And even if there was, it's gonna take at least a week for staff to decide whether it should be treated as real or not. Expecting it this soon is asking for a lot. Bulbapedia is arguably the most influential Pokémon fansite out there so we really do need to take the possibility, even a very very very slim one, that it ''could'' be fake extremely seriously. If we do put the information up and it turns out to be fake, simply removing it won't repair the possible influence that the existence of the information on the site had.

::And even if there is 100%, inarguable evidence, and even if it had been a year since that information was discovered— which is very far from the situation we're in right now— there is still absolutely no reason to be rude to fellow editors, to staff members, and to the site itself. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 21:00, 9 June 2018 (UTC)

{{indent}}Protip all around! The complaining, and answering the complaining, isn't really doing anything except making the section longer. If people want to complain further, please leave it be. We'll all live. Anything that could be said in this vein mostly has been, and complainers gonna complain.

We continue to welcome constructive discussion of the subject of the leak (as opposed to simple frustration). Thanks! [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 21:23, 9 June 2018 (UTC)
:Since I am a bit worried that this is turning into another Diancie/Hoopa/Volcanion issue, I think that there needs to be a step taken back on the discussion. Regarding everyone saying that it is a fake or that it is real, I would like to enquire about the July 1st date. What happens if not enough evidence of it being a fake or a real prototype comes out prior to that date? Does it get a separate article stating that it is neither, does the deadline get pushed back, or does a third action occur? In addition, is there a location to post what we believe is evidence for or against this program being the Spaceworld 97 prototype or should such evidence be posted here? --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 21:59, 9 June 2018 (UTC)

@Tiddywinks Well said, I provided some screenshots an a gif above as potential evidence to help give more evidence of the ROM being real, albeit, the stuff is low-res, unfortunately. [[User:Tyler11|Tyler11]] ([[User talk:Tyler11|talk]]) 23:16, 9 June 2018 (UTC)
:Well, I don't know Japanese, but you can ask me if I see anything. Just want to know how I can help. --[[User:Prog rocker|Prog rocker]] ([[User talk:Prog rocker|talk]]) 03:03, 11 June 2018 (UTC)

@Tiddlywinks Helix Chamber enhanced this old '97 pictures, provided by dmrn28 from Twitter, who provided the sketches of the '97 Pokemon, andf enhanced it, and Ho-oh is in the same position as the sprite on the 1997 beta demo title screen.:

https://twitter.com/helixchamber/status/1010220554010480640

[[User:Tyler11|Tyler11]] ([[User talk:Tyler11|talk]]) 14:09, 23 June 2018 (UTC)
:So I guess nothing has happened, right? --[[User:Prog rocker|Prog rocker]] ([[User talk:Prog rocker|talk]]) 01:43, 1 July 2018 (UTC)

{{indent}}There are pages currently in the works [[User:Frozen Fennec/Pokémon Gold and Silver Spaceworld Demo|here]], [[User:Abcboy/Pokémon Gold and Silver demo/Pokémon|here]], and [[User:Celadonkey/Spaceworld/Locations|here]]. these pages will make there way in the mainspace, they just need to be fleshed out. If anyone wants to add information about the spaceworld demo, feel free to add them to those userpages. Do not add them to the GS beta page or Unused design pages yet.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:46, 1 July 2018 (UTC)
:I'm sorry if I sound like a noob, but how can I edit those pages. They don't have the edit button anywhere. --[[User:Prog rocker|Prog rocker]] ([[User talk:Prog rocker|talk]]) 02:53, 2 July 2018 (UTC)
::On the top of the page, like all other article. You can edit them freely to add information, it's not protected.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:54, 2 July 2018 (UTC)
:::Weird, there's no edit button anywhere. I even used Ctrl+F to make sure I wasn't skipping anything. --[[User:Prog rocker|Prog rocker]] ([[User talk:Prog rocker|talk]]) 00:49, 3 July 2018 (UTC)
::::Oof yeah, I wanted to help out and add the attacks, but it seems that I don't have an edit button either. [[User:Yoriven|Yoriven]] ([[User talk:Yoriven|talk]]) 02:11, 3 July 2018 (UTC)
:::::Right, you're both new users. You have to be autoconfirmed to be able to edit the userspace. To be autoconfirmed, you have to make a certain amount of edits in the mainspace and be a user for some time.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:49, 3 July 2018 (UTC)
::::::Got it. I'll find something to do around here. --[[User:Prog rocker|Prog rocker]] ([[User talk:Prog rocker|talk]]) 21:53, 3 July 2018 (UTC)

Rather than acting needlessly paranoid over the veracity of what was clearly a legit leak, you people should have looked at the article itself. It assumes that 1997_GS_Route_35.png is Route 35 and connects to National Park, presenting that speculation as a fact. And lo and behold, now that we have access to the prerelease demo, we can see that these assumptions were incorrect. [[User:Ericss|Ericss]] ([[User talk:Ericss|talk]]) 22:05, 14 July 2018 (UTC)

:Uuh, you talk about it being speculation while using an anonymous, non confirmed by GF/Nintendo, leak. That's not much better... [[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 23:54, 19 July 2018 (UTC)
::Ericss, please know that the information was most likely added back when Bulbapedia just started in 2005. Way before the leak surfaced. So obviously we couldn't fact check it since there was nothing to fact check it with.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:43, 20 July 2018 (UTC)
:::ExLight: The point is that people were getting so anal and paranoid over the legitimacy of the leak, yet the clearly baseless speculation in the article got a free pass all these years.
:::But regarding your comparison. A "non confirmed leak" (just like pretty much every leaked game prototype out there) of what is a clearly legitimate prototype ROM that anyone can verify with an emulator and whose veracity had been accepted by people who have experience at dealing with leaked protos, versus baseless speculation that was never officially confirmed yet was being passed off as fact by the article. Yes, I'll say the situations are rather different.
:::Force Fire: So? It was still unconfirmed speculation that the article treated as a fact. [[User:Ericss|Ericss]] ([[User talk:Ericss|talk]]) 10:10, 21 July 2018 (UTC)
::::Everyone failed to recognize the erroneous information. It's done, and fixed now. There's no point to belaboring the issue. We can all try our best, but being perfect is very hard. If you're worried about other pages, feel free to check them yourself and ask about anything you find worrisome. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 12:51, 21 July 2018 (UTC)

== Spaceworld Implementation ==

Starting a new section because the last one has gotten quite long- I've been wondering if staff have any idea of how they would like to implement the demo Pokemon. I know some Pokemon that barely differed from their final design could just be added to the Pokemon's regular page as trivia, and that would probably be easier and make more sense than giving every demo Pokemon a separate beta page, but what about demo learnsets or even the base stat info? These differed for many Gen I and II Pokemon.

Also wondering if there's a better location to discuss the implementation of Spaceworld info than on this page. If there is, please direct me. =3 [[User:Yoriven|Yoriven]] ([[User talk:Yoriven|talk]]) 13:05, 22 July 2018 (UTC)

:There is a page for {{DL|List of unused Pokémon and character designs|unused or altered designs}}. About the more in-depth stuff it doesn't seem to be too relevant since it never came to public. [[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 15:25, 23 July 2018 (UTC)
::I would agree if this was Smogon, but I don't think Bulbapedia would be a very good resource on all things Pokemon if it neglected to include available information? It's an encyclopedia for Pokefans, not specifically gamers, and someone might find that information interesting and relevant. [[User:Yoriven|Yoriven]] ([[User talk:Yoriven|talk]]) 14:47, 25 July 2018 (UTC)

I have compiled Spaceworld learnsets for all existing pokemon [[User:Yoriven/SpaceWorld/Learnsets|here]]. This is just in case it is decided to try to incorporate demo information into the existing pokemon's pages. I have learnsets for all of the scrapped pokemon filled out too, but am saving those for their page mockups.

I have also started to write what little information there is for some of the existing pokemon into trivia notes [[User:Yoriven/SpaceWorld|here]]. [[User:Yoriven|Yoriven]] ([[User talk:Yoriven|talk]]) 21:24, 7 August 2018 (UTC)

I just came across this on 4chan, someone thinks the demo could actually have come after Spaceworld 1997's, but who knows for sure.:

http://prntscr.com/l8ml64

Although, another person replied to it said it could be a build made shortly before Spaceworld 1997.:

http://prntscr.com/l8mm54

And this person said this build 'could' be closer to theHobbyfair '98 build.: http://prntscr.com/l8p4wr

Sorry for the link post and edits, I was surfing through the internet for any other things about this.
[[User:Tyler11|Tyler11]] ([[User talk:Tyler11|talk]]) 14:41, 21 October 2018 (UTC)
:::I was going to point out that the demo's intro screen could be seen in footage of the Spaceworld 97 event, but you were the one to post the image showing that earlier on this page so I guess I don't really have to tell you. XD

:::In any case- footage of the event matches the demo, whereas pre-event footage with the 1996 intro screen and older graphics seems more likely to be from a build given out for media coverage beforehand. As for the fan art from the event- they were drawn from memory after the artist's return home, and the comment next to ledyba even remarks something to the effect of "there was a ladybug pokemon but I don't really like ladybugs so" with the implication that it was probably not exactly right because they weren't personally interested in the design.

:::Here is some recent commentary from the artist, actually: https://twitter.com/dmrn28/status/1006084888712208384 [[User:Yoriven|Yoriven]] ([[User talk:Yoriven|talk]]) 21:52, 21 October 2018 (UTC)
::::The Spaceworld Demo is going to be its own set of pages actually. We have several different articles across the site too. If anyone is able and wants to; they are more than welcome to help edit the articles and make them more complete. It is asked that everyone refrains from adding speculative comments though. Links below to the current work in progress pages:
:::::[[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User:Celadonkey/Spaceworld | Beta Pokédex entries and Pokémon information]]
:::::[[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User:Frozen_Fennec/Pok%C3%A9mon_Gold_and_Silver_Spaceworld_Demo | Pokémon Gold and Silver Spaceworld demo / beta]]
:::::[[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User:Abcboy/Pok%C3%A9mon_Gold_and_Silver_demo/Pok%C3%A9mon | Beta Pokémon information]]
::::Any help that can be given with completing these is welcome.~ ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 13:56, 2 December 2018 (UTC)
I hope I don't sound rude, but it's been well over six months since the public release of the Spaceworld demo, and all the chaos surrounding LGPE has passed. I believe it would be a grave mistake if we don't document this incredibly important piece of Pokémon history in the near future. I also believe that if we start mainspacing information on it little by little, such as [[User:Celadonkey/Spaceworld|a single page on one Pokémon]] or [[User:Frozen_Fennec/Pok%C3%A9mon_Gold_and_Silver_Spaceworld_Demo|a page summarizing the demo]], then it would spur more interest in adding more and more, and through the teamwork of the contributors of this website, we could very quickly have comprehensive information about the demo up. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 19:36, 2 January 2019 (UTC)
:I have pretty much given up unless Bulbapedia gives any indication that they desire the SpaceWorld articles to ever be mainspaced, but [[User:Yoriven/SpaceWorld/Learnsets2|here]] is the work that I had done awhile ago on the moveset tables for all pokemon who were left out of the final version of the game. Good luck to anyone who is still working hard on this, you're real troopers! [[User:Yoriven|Yoriven]] ([[User talk:Yoriven|talk]]) 21:34, 15 May 2019 (UTC)
::Frozen Fennec and I have been working hard at [[User:Frozen Fennec/Pokémon Gold and Silver Spaceworld Demo|this page]]-- I have already sent it to an administrator who said they would pass it on to the others. The future is, in my terribly optimistic opinion, looking bright for Spaceworld information on BP. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 21:09, 16 May 2019 (UTC)
Bumping this. Do the staff have an answer as to why this hasn't been mainspaced yet? I know one staff member was adamantly against the leak's legitimacy but it's all but proven at this point. The community has virtually finished all the pages, what's stopping it all from being added? --[[User:Pichu Madman26|Pichu Madman26]] ([[User talk:Pichu Madman26|talk]]) 11:55, 27 December 2019 (UTC)
:inb4 someone says "we're focusing on Sword and Shield now"... that's why I was pushing to get it out well before then. But of course, that never happened. Either way, it's been over a month since SS's release and the site has mostly calmed down from that. I don't think it's out of the question to mainspace this stuff now. Apart from that, I don't know what the holdup is... or has ever been. Staff really needs to be more transparent about this stuff.

:I feel like I've done enough badgering on this issue on the Discord server, but I feel like if enough people keep bringing it up there might be a chance in the near future. Maybe. [[User:Celadonkey/Spaceworld|Most]] [[User:Yoriven/SpaceWorld|of the]] [[User:Frozen Fennec/Pokémon Gold and Silver Spaceworld Demo|groundwork]] is already done.

:It sucks that such an important thing is being largely ignored by the mods, and regular users are blockaded from doing anything, but hey, that's how Bulbapedia works. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 17:19, 27 December 2019 (UTC)
::In the meantime, I'm gonna compile a masterpage of every page needed. If anyone wants to pitch in, it's [[User:Celadonkey/GS Beta|here]]. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 23:02, 27 December 2019 (UTC)

== Spaceworld Information ==

I've mentioned this before here, but I seriously think it would be in our best interest to start creating pages for the Pokemon Gold spaceworld demo in increments now, rather than all at once when it gets finished somewhere. It has been nearly nine months since the demo surfaced and its veracity has been more than proven.

I have made a few pages myself in my userspace, as have others such as Frozen Fennec, but I would rather not do all the workload of creating pages for every single Pokemon. Rather, I think that if we put up one or two pages, such as Honoguma or something, and a list of Pokemon, it would spur user interest in this incredibly valuable piece of Pokemon history, and we could quickly have a comprehensive database on the demo.

Personally I recommend mainspacing [[User:Frozen Fennec/Pokémon Gold and Silver Spaceworld Demo|Frozen Fennec's userpage]], and then under the Pokemon subsection, put a [[User:Celadonkey/Spaceworld/Dex|list of Pokemon with red links]], with [[User:Celadonkey/Spaceworld|one or two of the pages]] created.

Please feel free to reply with your input. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 16:44, 23 March 2019 (UTC)
:With the way Helix Chamber and its affiliates handled the alleged "RG leak", it sort of puts doubt on the spaceworld leak, at least in my opinion. If they have the time, effort, and ability to create fake front sprites for the "RG leak", whose to say they don't have the time, effort, and ability to fake the whole thing (that goes for both the "RG leak" and the spaceworld leak). I have always been, and am now 100%, against putting anything from the spaceworld leak on Bulbapedia. We were lucky to get the initial RG scoop last year because is was from an ''official source'', and now a couple month after that a "spaceworld leak" appears from some anonymous source (i.e. not official). It has always been suspicious in my eyes.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:06, 24 March 2019 (UTC)
::Putting fake sprites into a game, and even adding fake Pokémon to it, are fairly straightforward. Creating a whole game that is halfway between the Generation I and II games, which lead to discoveries of unused content in the Generation II games that nobody was previously aware of, is not. You can also read [https://iimarckus.org/spaceworld/ analyses] by experts like iiMarckus. Pulling off a fake like this would be virtually impossible. There is no doubt that the demo is real. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 07:50, 24 March 2019 (UTC)
:::Yeah. Besides, the incident with RG was a completely unrelated one by different people; it shouldn’t affect the proven veracity of Spaceworld. It was probably just capitalizing upon it. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 14:21, 24 March 2019 (UTC)
:::With that in mind, I still maintain that information should start to be added from the Spaceworld demo, now that we've gotten its legitimacy out of the way. I believe that not documenting it on Bulbapedia would be neglecting a hugely important piece of Pokemon history, especially for how long it has been available for. I'd be more than willing to do some of the work, as I've already done quite a bit in my userspace. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 19:34, 25 March 2019 (UTC)
:I don't see how HC's "Capumon mockup hack" undermines the authenticity of the leaked Spaceworld ROM. That mockup ROM was actually very easy to identify as it is a simple hacked version of an English-language Yellow ROM. It can be identified right away as such and it is obvious that an actual leaked ROM wouldn't look like this (it wouldn't be based on Yellow, work on GBC and be in English). It wasn't even intended as something meant to trick people, more like some kind of fan imagination (it was their error to present it in such a way, creating all that confusion among the fans). The Spaceworld GS demo does not have such betraying features - it has all traits of an independent ROM base, something that would be very hard (if not impossible) to fake in a convincing way. Also, if we take that Helix Chamber are a bunch of scammers who dedicate their time to fabricating fake leaks, why did they never finish the announced translation patch for GS97? This just doesn't make sense. Face it, arguing that GS97 ROM is a hack is nothing more than a conspiracy theory at this moment. Also, to me it sounds like a notable thing for article ''even'' if it is a fake (we have articles on numerous fandom phenomena with much less impact than it). My advice about making the article on Spaceworld demo is that I would draw a clear line between the accessible material (since this is actually something that has been made public) and all that unfinished stuff that are not accessible without cheating/debugging. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] ([[User talk:Maxim|talk]]) 20:00, 25 March 2019 (UTC)
::That's a good call for that last part, I wouldn't have thought to do that. For individual Pokemon pages for Pokemon unavailable without debug mode, would it be best to put a statement like "This Pokemon is unavailable in the demo without the use of debug mode" or something similar? --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 20:06, 25 March 2019 (UTC)
:::Any attempts to add anything about the spaceworld demo still needs approval from the editorial board. I've made my stance pretty clear on this.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:35, 26 March 2019 (UTC)
::::We know that. We’re just discussing. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 13:19, 26 March 2019 (UTC)
:::::I'd encourage people to separate the information Helix Chamber received from the poorly-conceived and mismanaged way in which they chose to reveal it to the world. The source provided them with information in an extremely unhelpful manner (it's the digital equivalent of an amateur digging up an archeological site themselves and handing any artifacts they uncover to experts rather than allowing those experts to excavate and catalogue their findings scientifically) and they did what they could to verify its authenticity. [[User:ThomasWinwood|ThomasWinwood]] ([[User talk:ThomasWinwood|talk]]) 19:27, 20 April 2019 (UTC)
So we are now approaching the one year anniversary of the public debut of the Spaceworld demo rom. That’s one year we’ve gone without any of this information on the site. And I get it, in the early stages it wasn’t exactly confirmed if it was real or not, but we’ve known that it is for a while now. And I know how the processes work here for approving changes to the site, but frankly, this shouldn’t ''need'' such a process— to be blunt, it should just be common sense that something so important to the history of Pokémon be allowed to be added without any kind of hesitation. Hell, even Wikipedia— a non Pokémon focused wiki— has an {{wp|Unused Pokémon in the 1997 Pokémon Gold and Silver demo|article}} dedicated to it. The point is, we can’t continue to call ourselves a Pokémon encyclopedia if we are to deliberately ignore such crucial information. We’ve tiptoed around this for a long time. It’s time to make a decision. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 12:49, 6 May 2019 (UTC)
:The editorial board is still debating this? Has the number of irrefutable proof of the demo's authenticity posted by Celadonkey and others been presented to them? [[User:Ericss|Ericss]] ([[User talk:Ericss|talk]]) 05:22, 27 May 2019 (UTC)
::It has been presented but I doubt it's still being debated by mods, and honestly, I doubt it even has been to the extent to which you're picturing. Over the past year and a day (because, as of yesterday, the introduction of the ROM to the internet is a year old) it has been fruitlessly brought up probably more separate times that I can count on my hands. Personally, I've probably written enough about BP's treatment of the ROM both here and on the Discord to write a book, and I know others have too. But every time it is brought up it is largely ignored by people who, well, hold ANY power over the future of Bulbapedia. Either way, this is getting ridiculous.

::My view on BP is getting exponentially more cynical as it continues to ignore something so crucial. Come on, guys. It's been over a year now and a lot of us still have to implore to include Pokemon information on a Pokemon wiki. We're better than this, right? --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 19:35, 27 May 2019 (UTC)

:::I have to agree, this is ridiculous. This is about the only place on the web that refuses to acknowledge the demo's legitimacy. And even then, it seems to be mostly Bulbapedia's staff; people are tired of explaining that the demo has been proved legit, but it all seems to fall on deaf ears. How paranoid and (frankly speaking) clueless can the staff be regarding the subject? [[User:Ericss|Ericss]] ([[User talk:Ericss|talk]]) 12:22, 28 May 2019 (UTC)
::::Seems my page has been being looked at for about 2 weeks now if I recall correctly. celadonk and staff member abcboy have both helped a lot on it. I am hoping sometime in the next week or two it could be approved so more people can help add on to the page itself as well. While it has been roughly a year since it was confirmed and NO STAFF MEMBER is saying it is "not valid information" and such as you seem to be accusing them of. We always need to wait for them to move the pages to the mainspace which I do not have as much of an issue with. Probably going to try adding a bit more to it later today and seeing if I can ask a little more about mainspacing the article one more time. :) ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 13:47, 28 May 2019 (UTC)
:::::So the staff isn't debating its authenticity? Ah, my apologies to them then. I'm just frustrated that it has been over a year and it's still not covered by Bulbapedia, userspace aside. I think that's the longest we have gone on without adding widely known verified information. [[User:Ericss|Ericss]] ([[User talk:Ericss|talk]]) 14:13, 28 May 2019 (UTC)
::::::Frozen Fennec, I hope I don't come across as rude, but there has actually been a staff member who has expressed their <s>unfounded</s> opinion that the Spaceworld demo is not valid information, although I will not say who. (It's pretty easy to find out.) And we've been waiting for a year and two days now. We've known it was real for most of that 367-day period. Honestly, I personally ''do'' have an issue with continuing to have to wait for really any fruitful acknowledgement or progress.

::::::I might try and work on some pages too but Bulbapedia is pretty low on the life priority list for me, especially as school comes to a close for the year. If I were to decide (which, to be clear, I'm not), I'd say that the article in your userspace is pretty much good enough to mainspace as a solid summary of the ROM, save for certain images that would need to be uploaded. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 22:13, 28 May 2019 (UTC)

The Pokedex format seen in the Spaceworld demo ROM can be seen at 10:33 of this video.:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFSFouk-iqc&feature=youtu.be

[[User:Tyler11|Tyler11]] ([[User talk:Tyler11|talk]]) 14:28, 19 July 2019 (UTC)
:The more footage from Spaceworld 1997 that comes up and matches up perfectly with the the "fake Spaceworld leak", the sadder it becomes that some people are still in denial of its veracity. Aside from everything SnorlaxMonster, Maxim, and others pointed out previously, it'd be impossible for it to be fake unless the person who made the leak was actually at Spaceworld 1997 themselves and explored everything possible in the demo, recreated it perfectly 20+ years later, then added in a bunch of inaccessible fake data. It's conspiracy theory at this point. [[User:Poliwhirl|Poliwhirl]] ([[User talk:Poliwhirl|talk]]) 14:44, 19 July 2019 (UTC)
::At this point I doubt that there is anyone in denial apart from one nameless moderator. I think it's mostly just lack of discussion within the moderator team about how to implement it. I know that a few of the mods-- Spriteit and Abcboy come to mind-- have been pushing for action, so the issue at least isn't completely stagnant.

::Apart from that, I don't really understand what decision making needs to be done apart from the obvious "yes" to whether we should put information on it on the site-- it's undeniably real, as we've been over many many times, and much of the groundwork has already been done by both average users and moderators in their userspaces.

::It makes me wish that a) the mod team was less private/more transparent about important decisions that average members have been pushing for, such as this, and b) that average members had a little more say in what goes on here. That being said, I am very grateful to the two aforementioned mods for being very polite, cooperative, and transparent about this whole issue.

::In the meantime, there's a page [[User:Frozen Fennec/Pokémon Gold and Silver Spaceworld Demo|here]] that is basically ready to go.

::Idk if this is too optimistic or not, but hopefully if I come back in two or so years the all clear will have been given. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 16:40, 19 July 2019 (UTC)

I find it extremely odd that the Spaceworld information hasn't been implemented yet. It is borderline indisputable that this is real, there are far too many coincidences. Hell, I have further proof that it's real: the fact Tyranitar isn't in the demo. The MicroGroup Game Review Magazine specifically says that Tyranitar wasn't canon (as were none of the other designs), and this was released in April of 1997. The accurate translation only came to light after the demo's leak [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated when Plague von Karma bought the magazine herself and had Obskyr look at it]. Tyranitar wasn't added in until after Spaceworld 1997, quite clearly. The rest not even being in the ROM furthers the evidence of this demo's legitimacy as well as a result of this. The person releasing this could not have known any of this without retranslating this magazine themselves. Why go through all that effort for such a hoax? --[[User:Pichu Madman26|Pichu Madman26]] ([[User talk:Pichu Madman26|talk]]) 03:50, 9 August 2019 (UTC)
:I don't think that's the best piece of evidence, but it shouldn't really matter, because we already are 100% sure it's real. The issue is that most of staff seems to be ignoring this completely.

:Other than that, I just want to bump this thread again. I rarely even use Bulbapedia anymore these days but it still disappoints me to see this still being pleaded for.

:If any mods are reading this, please at least let us know what's going on. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 18:36, 13 August 2019 (UTC)

The scrapped Farftch'd evolution was brouht up by Eurogamer's question in this interview when they were talkking about Sirfetch'd.:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ba2XlnVFfaU
https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2019-10-24-pokemon-sword-and-shield-junichi-masuda-shigeru-ohmori-interview

For those who wanted to get right to the section.:

http://prntscr.com/pnlnub

[[User:Tyler11|Tyler11]] ([[User talk:Tyler11|talk]]) 14:35, 24 October 2019 (UTC)

I'd like to urge staff to look at this again. Sword and Shield release has blown over, I think we can take the time to make this happen. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 02:11, 7 February 2020 (UTC)

We have definitive proof that these leaks were legit. We got confirmation of the origin of these files from the leaks, as the origin of the files is from the same person who hacked Nintendo's servers. https://forums.glitchcity.info/index.php?topic=8950.0 [[User:Kingdedede|Kingdedede]] ([[User talk:Kingdedede|talk]]) 13:24, 18 February 2020 (UTC)

List of unused Pokémon and character designs

2019-02-12T19:22:31Z

Kingdedede:

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]] This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It has an unusual appearance, sharing characteristics with both {{p|Clefairy}} and {{p|Hitmontop}}; in the case of the latter, a horned tail and multiple paws around its midsection suggest a similar top motif. However, this creature has its point located on its bottom, while Hitmontop has its point located atop its head. Due to its apparent size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does bear resemblance to {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]]. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. Its index number is "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be, long 'hair'. Its index number is "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Barunda
|type1=Unknown
|img=Barunda.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a balloon and its name is a pun on the word balloon. It may have also caused the split between flying and bird type. Its index number is "81". Its cry is still in the final game left unused.
[[File:Missingno_0x51_cry.ogg|180px]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. Its index number is "67". Its cry is still in the final game left unused.
[[File:Missingno_0x43_cry.ogg|180px]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. Its index number is "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant. Its index number is most likely "61" as it is behind Crocky.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|img=GYAON.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon. Interestingly, its index number is 1 while Rhydon's index number is 0.}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=Early Ivysaur.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur, identified by its index number, with a blossomed flower on its back.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|img=Early Spearow.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow, identified by its index number, was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and its final version.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|img=Early Clefairy.png
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy, identified by its index number, that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|img2=Protolapras.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Magazine Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This potential early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was at the time an original design shown alongside two other original designs (as seen above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, and unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo belly, arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Green (game)}}

This art of an unnamed female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]]. Sugimori had stated that he wanted to portray a trio of Trainers facing against each other, hence created the female character for the cover.<ref>[https://twitter.com/super_32x/status/269844962118610945 Twitter - Sugimori on the origins of the unknown female character] (Japanese)</ref> When Red and Green were being developed for a {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remake|s}}, Sugimori took the unnamed female character into consideration as he was designing the {{ga|Green|female player character}}.<ref>[https://twitter.com/super_32x/status/269847118754217986 Twitter - Sugimori on designing the FRLG female protagonist] (Japanese)</ref>

A character named Green later appeared in [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], whose design appears to have taken inspiration from both the unnamed female character and the female player character of {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.

The unnamed female character also appeared [[Media:Pokémon Craft DX cover.png|several]] [[Media:Pokémon Craft DX 3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom).

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Magazine girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref> This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her appearance is similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Cascade Badge]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Magazine boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|Gamer|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

==References==
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[[Category:Characters]]

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List of unused Pokémon and character designs

2019-02-12T19:21:37Z

Kingdedede:

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]] This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It has an unusual appearance, sharing characteristics with both {{p|Clefairy}} and {{p|Hitmontop}}; in the case of the latter, a horned tail and multiple paws around its midsection suggest a similar top motif. However, this creature has its point located on its bottom, while Hitmontop has its point located atop its head. Due to its apparent size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does bear resemblance to {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]]. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. Its index number is "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be long 'hair'. Its index number is "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Barunda
|type1=Unknown
|img=Barunda.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a balloon and its name is a pun on the word balloon. It may have also caused the split between flying and bird type. Its index number is "81". Its cry is still in the final game left unused
[[File:Missingno_0x51_cry.ogg|180px]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. Its index number is "67". Its cry is still in the final game left unused.
[[File:Missingno_0x43_cry.ogg|180px]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. Its index number is "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant. Its index number is most likely "61" as it is behind Crocky.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|img=GYAON.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon. Interestingly, its index number is 1 while Rhydon's index number is 0.}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=Early Ivysaur.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur, identified by its index number, with a blossomed flower on its back.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|img=Early Spearow.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow, identified by its index number, was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and its final version.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|img=Early Clefairy.png
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy, identified by its index number, that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|img2=Protolapras.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Magazine Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This potential early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was at the time an original design shown alongside two other original designs (as seen above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, and unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo belly, arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Green (game)}}

This art of an unnamed female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]]. Sugimori had stated that he wanted to portray a trio of Trainers facing against each other, hence created the female character for the cover.<ref>[https://twitter.com/super_32x/status/269844962118610945 Twitter - Sugimori on the origins of the unknown female character] (Japanese)</ref> When Red and Green were being developed for a {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remake|s}}, Sugimori took the unnamed female character into consideration as he was designing the {{ga|Green|female player character}}.<ref>[https://twitter.com/super_32x/status/269847118754217986 Twitter - Sugimori on designing the FRLG female protagonist] (Japanese)</ref>

A character named Green later appeared in [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], whose design appears to have taken inspiration from both the unnamed female character and the female player character of {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.

The unnamed female character also appeared [[Media:Pokémon Craft DX cover.png|several]] [[Media:Pokémon Craft DX 3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom).

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Magazine girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref> This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her appearance is similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Cascade Badge]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Magazine boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|Gamer|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

==References==
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[[Category:Characters]]

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List of unused Pokémon and character designs

2019-02-12T19:18:34Z

Kingdedede:

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]] This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It has an unusual appearance, sharing characteristics with both {{p|Clefairy}} and {{p|Hitmontop}}; in the case of the latter, a horned tail and multiple paws around its midsection suggest a similar top motif. However, this creature has its point located on its bottom, while Hitmontop has its point located atop its head. Due to its apparent size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does bear resemblance to {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]]. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. Its index number is "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be long 'hair'. Its index number is "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Barunda
|type1=Unknown
|img=Barunda.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a balloon and its name is a pun on the word balloon. It may have also caused the split between flying and bird type. Its index number is "81".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. Its index number is "67". Its cry is still in the final game unused.
[[File:Missingno_0x43_cry.ogg|180px]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. Its index number is "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant. Its index number is most likely "61" as it is behind Crocky.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|img=GYAON.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon. Interestingly, its index number is 1 while Rhydon's index number is 0.}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=Early Ivysaur.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur, identified by its index number, with a blossomed flower on its back.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|img=Early Spearow.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow, identified by its index number, was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and its final version.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|img=Early Clefairy.png
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy, identified by its index number, that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|img2=Protolapras.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Magazine Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This potential early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was at the time an original design shown alongside two other original designs (as seen above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, and unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo belly, arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Green (game)}}

This art of an unnamed female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]]. Sugimori had stated that he wanted to portray a trio of Trainers facing against each other, hence created the female character for the cover.<ref>[https://twitter.com/super_32x/status/269844962118610945 Twitter - Sugimori on the origins of the unknown female character] (Japanese)</ref> When Red and Green were being developed for a {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remake|s}}, Sugimori took the unnamed female character into consideration as he was designing the {{ga|Green|female player character}}.<ref>[https://twitter.com/super_32x/status/269847118754217986 Twitter - Sugimori on designing the FRLG female protagonist] (Japanese)</ref>

A character named Green later appeared in [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], whose design appears to have taken inspiration from both the unnamed female character and the female player character of {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.

The unnamed female character also appeared [[Media:Pokémon Craft DX cover.png|several]] [[Media:Pokémon Craft DX 3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom).

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Magazine girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref> This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her appearance is similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Cascade Badge]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Magazine boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|Gamer|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

==References==
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[[Category:Characters]]

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List of unused Pokémon and character designs

2019-02-12T19:17:41Z

Kingdedede:

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]] This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It has an unusual appearance, sharing characteristics with both {{p|Clefairy}} and {{p|Hitmontop}}; in the case of the latter, a horned tail and multiple paws around its midsection suggest a similar top motif. However, this creature has its point located on its bottom, while Hitmontop has its point located atop its head. Due to its apparent size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does bear resemblance to {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]]. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. Its index number is "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be long 'hair'. Its index number is "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Barunda
|type1=Unknown
|img=Barunda.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a balloon and its name is a pun on the word balloon. It may have also caused the split between flying and bird type. Its index number is "81".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. Its index number is "67". Its cry is still in the final game unused. [[File:Missingno_0x43_cry.ogg|180px]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. Its index number is "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant. Its index number is most likely "61" as it is behind Crocky.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|img=GYAON.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon. Interestingly, its index number is 1 while Rhydon's index number is 0.}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=Early Ivysaur.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur, identified by its index number, with a blossomed flower on its back.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|img=Early Spearow.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow, identified by its index number, was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and its final version.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|img=Early Clefairy.png
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy, identified by its index number, that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|img2=Protolapras.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Magazine Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This potential early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was at the time an original design shown alongside two other original designs (as seen above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, and unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo belly, arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Green (game)}}

This art of an unnamed female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]]. Sugimori had stated that he wanted to portray a trio of Trainers facing against each other, hence created the female character for the cover.<ref>[https://twitter.com/super_32x/status/269844962118610945 Twitter - Sugimori on the origins of the unknown female character] (Japanese)</ref> When Red and Green were being developed for a {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remake|s}}, Sugimori took the unnamed female character into consideration as he was designing the {{ga|Green|female player character}}.<ref>[https://twitter.com/super_32x/status/269847118754217986 Twitter - Sugimori on designing the FRLG female protagonist] (Japanese)</ref>

A character named Green later appeared in [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], whose design appears to have taken inspiration from both the unnamed female character and the female player character of {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.

The unnamed female character also appeared [[Media:Pokémon Craft DX cover.png|several]] [[Media:Pokémon Craft DX 3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom).

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Magazine girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref> This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her appearance is similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Cascade Badge]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Magazine boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|Gamer|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

==References==
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[[Category:Characters]]

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List of unused Pokémon and character designs

2019-02-12T16:55:22Z

Kingdedede:

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]] This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It has an unusual appearance, sharing characteristics with both {{p|Clefairy}} and {{p|Hitmontop}}; in the case of the latter, a horned tail and multiple paws around its midsection suggest a similar top motif. However, this creature has its point located on its bottom, while Hitmontop has its point located atop its head. Due to its apparent size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does bear resemblance to {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]]. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. Its index number is "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be long 'hair'. Its index number is "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Barunda
|type1=Unknown
|img=Barunda.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a balloon and its name is a pun on the word balloon. It may have also caused the split between flying and bird type. Its index number is "81".}}
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. Its index number is "67".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. Its index number is "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant. Its index number is most likely "61" as it is behind Crocky.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|img=GYAON.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon. Interestingly, its index number is 1 while Rhydon's index number is 0.}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=Early Ivysaur.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur, identified by its index number, with a blossomed flower on its back.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|img=Early Spearow.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow, identified by its index number, was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and its final version.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|img=Early Clefairy.png
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy, identified by its index number, that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|img2=Protolapras.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Magazine Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This potential early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was at the time an original design shown alongside two other original designs (as seen above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, and unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo belly, arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Green (game)}}

This art of an unnamed female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]]. Sugimori had stated that he wanted to portray a trio of Trainers facing against each other, hence created the female character for the cover.<ref>[https://twitter.com/super_32x/status/269844962118610945 Twitter - Sugimori on the origins of the unknown female character] (Japanese)</ref> When Red and Green were being developed for a {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remake|s}}, Sugimori took the unnamed female character into consideration as he was designing the {{ga|Green|female player character}}.<ref>[https://twitter.com/super_32x/status/269847118754217986 Twitter - Sugimori on designing the FRLG female protagonist] (Japanese)</ref>

A character named Green later appeared in [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], whose design appears to have taken inspiration from both the unnamed female character and the female player character of {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.

The unnamed female character also appeared [[Media:Pokémon Craft DX cover.png|several]] [[Media:Pokémon Craft DX 3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom).

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Magazine girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref> This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her appearance is similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Cascade Badge]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Magazine boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|Gamer|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

==References==
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[[Category:Characters]]

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List of unused Pokémon and character designs

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Kingdedede:

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]] This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It has an unusual appearance, sharing characteristics with both {{p|Clefairy}} and {{p|Hitmontop}}; in the case of the latter, a horned tail and multiple paws around its midsection suggest a similar top motif. However, this creature has its point located on its bottom, while Hitmontop has its point located atop its head. Due to its apparent size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does bear resemblance to {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]]. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. Its index number is "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be long 'hair'. Its index number is "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Barunda
|type1=Unknown
|img=Barunda.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a balloon and its name is a pun on the word balloon. It may have also caused the split between flying and bird type. Its index number is "81".}}
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. Its index number is "67".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. Its index number is "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant. Its index number is most likely "61" as it is behind Crocky.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|img=GYAON.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon. Interestingly, its index number is 1 while Rhydon's index number is 0.}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=Early Ivysaur.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur, identified by its index number, with a blossomed flower on its back.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|img=Early Spearow.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow, identified by its index number, was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and its final version.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|img=Early Clefairy.png
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy, identified by its index number, that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Magazine Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This potential early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was at the time an original design shown alongside two other original designs (as seen above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, and unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. <ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref>

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo belly, arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Green (game)}}

This art of an unnamed female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]]. Sugimori had stated that he wanted to portray a trio of Trainers facing against each other, hence created the female character for the cover.<ref>[https://twitter.com/super_32x/status/269844962118610945 Twitter - Sugimori on the origins of the unknown female character] (Japanese)</ref> When Red and Green were being developed for a {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remake|s}}, Sugimori took the unnamed female character into consideration as he was designing the {{ga|Green|female player character}}.<ref>[https://twitter.com/super_32x/status/269847118754217986 Twitter - Sugimori on designing the FRLG female protagonist] (Japanese)</ref>

A character named Green later appeared in [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], whose design appears to have taken inspiration from both the unnamed female character and the female player character of {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.

The unnamed female character also appeared [[Media:Pokémon Craft DX cover.png|several]] [[Media:Pokémon Craft DX 3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom).

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Magazine girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160308190849/http://www.hairyticksofdune.net/dropbox/sugimori.html The transcripts of the interview with English translations]</ref><ref>[https://imgur.com/FFLW01B The scan of the interview page with English translations newly annotated]; [https://plaguevonkarmabeta.weebly.com/blog/microgroup-game-review-vol14-sugimori-retranslated the scanner's notes]</ref> This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her appearance is similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Cascade Badge]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Magazine boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|Gamer|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

==References==
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[[Category:Characters]]

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List of unused Pokémon and character designs

2018-10-25T22:30:42Z

Kingdedede:

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]] This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. Its extremely odd appearance is somewhat similar to {{p|Hitmontop}}; namely, the multiple feet around its midsection. Although this creature has its point located on its bottom, and Hitmontop has its point located on its head. Due to its size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. It also bears some resemblance to {{p|Clefairy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does bear resemblance to {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. Its index number is "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be long 'hair'. Its index number is "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. Its index number is "67".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. Its index number is "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant. Its index number is most likely "61" as it is behind Crocky.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|img=GYAON.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon. Interestingly, its index number is 1 while Rhydon's index number is 0.}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=Early Ivysaur.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur, identified by its index number, with a blossomed flower on its back.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|img=Early Spearow.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow, identified by its index number, was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and its final version.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|img=Early Clefairy.png
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy, identified by its index number, that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ledyba
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Rediba Silver Title Cutscene Concept.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ledyba (Pokémon)}}[[File:165Ledyba.png|130px|right]] 
An early version of Ledyba. Unlike the final design, its abdomen is black rather than cream-colored, it only has four limbs, and it appears to be headless, with its eyes and antennae attached to its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bukū
|type1=Water
|type2=Poison
|img=Alpha bukuu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Qwilfish (Pokémon)}}[[File:211Qwilfish.png|190px|right]] 
Bukū's name is derived from ''fugu'', the Japanese word for blowfish. It is most likely an early version of Qwilfish. Notable differences between Qwilfish and this pre-release version are the colors, and shape of the tail. Notably, the shape of the tail does appear slightly similar to the length of the tail in Qwilfish's [[Generation II]] back sprite. However, this was just an error and no other generation shows Qwilfish's tail that short.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Magazine Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This potential early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was at the time an original design shown alongside two other original designs (as seen above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, and unrelated to the Pokémon franchise.

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo belly, arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female main character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Leaf (game)}}

This art of a female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]].  A similar character appears [[Media:Sugi art book.png|several]] [[Media:Kensugiart3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom). When Red and Green were later {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remade|s}}, players finally got the chance to use a {{ga|Leaf|female player character}} who was possibly based on this character.

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Magazine girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her appearance is similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Cascade Badge]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Magazine boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|PI|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

[[Category:Characters]]

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List of unused Pokémon and character designs

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Kingdedede:

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]] This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. Its extremely odd appearance is somewhat similar to {{p|Hitmontop}}; namely, the multiple feet around its midsection. Although this creature has its point located on its bottom, and Hitmontop has its point located on its head. Due to its size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. It also bears some resemblance to {{p|Clefairy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does bear resemblance to {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. Its index number is "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be long 'hair'. Its index number is "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. Its index number is "67".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. Its index number is "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant. Its index number is most likely "61" as it is behind Crocky.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|img=GYAON.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon. Interestingly, its index number is 1 while Rhydon's index number is 0.}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=Early Ivysaur.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur, identified by its index number, with a blossomed flower on its back.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|img=Early Spearow.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow, identified by its index number, was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and its final version.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy, identified by its index number, that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ledyba
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Rediba Silver Title Cutscene Concept.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ledyba (Pokémon)}}[[File:165Ledyba.png|130px|right]] 
An early version of Ledyba. Unlike the final design, its abdomen is black rather than cream-colored, it only has four limbs, and it appears to be headless, with its eyes and antennae attached to its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bukū
|type1=Water
|type2=Poison
|img=Alpha bukuu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Qwilfish (Pokémon)}}[[File:211Qwilfish.png|190px|right]] 
Bukū's name is derived from ''fugu'', the Japanese word for blowfish. It is most likely an early version of Qwilfish. Notable differences between Qwilfish and this pre-release version are the colors, and shape of the tail. Notably, the shape of the tail does appear slightly similar to the length of the tail in Qwilfish's [[Generation II]] back sprite. However, this was just an error and no other generation shows Qwilfish's tail that short.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Magazine Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This potential early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was at the time an original design shown alongside two other original designs (as seen above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, and unrelated to the Pokémon franchise.

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo belly, arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female main character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Leaf (game)}}

This art of a female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]].  A similar character appears [[Media:Sugi art book.png|several]] [[Media:Kensugiart3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom). When Red and Green were later {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remade|s}}, players finally got the chance to use a {{ga|Leaf|female player character}} who was possibly based on this character.

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Magazine girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her appearance is similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Cascade Badge]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Magazine boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|PI|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

[[Category:Characters]]

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List of unused Pokémon and character designs

2018-10-22T20:46:43Z

Kingdedede:

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]] This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. Its extremely odd appearance is somewhat similar to {{p|Hitmontop}}; namely, the multiple feet around its midsection. Although this creature has its point located on its bottom, and Hitmontop has its point located on its head. Due to its size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. It also bears some resemblance to {{p|Clefairy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does bear resemblance to {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. Its index number is "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be long 'hair'. Its index number is "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. Its index number is "67".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. Its index number is "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant. Its index number is most likely "61" as it is behind Crocky.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon. Interestingly, its index number is 1 while Rhydon's index number is 0.}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=Early Ivysaur.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur, identified by its index number, with a blossomed flower on its back.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow, identified by its index number, was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and its final version.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy, identified by its index number, that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ledyba
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Rediba Silver Title Cutscene Concept.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ledyba (Pokémon)}}[[File:165Ledyba.png|130px|right]] 
An early version of Ledyba. Unlike the final design, its abdomen is black rather than cream-colored, it only has four limbs, and it appears to be headless, with its eyes and antennae attached to its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bukū
|type1=Water
|type2=Poison
|img=Alpha bukuu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Qwilfish (Pokémon)}}[[File:211Qwilfish.png|190px|right]] 
Bukū's name is derived from ''fugu'', the Japanese word for blowfish. It is most likely an early version of Qwilfish. Notable differences between Qwilfish and this pre-release version are the colors, and shape of the tail. Notably, the shape of the tail does appear slightly similar to the length of the tail in Qwilfish's [[Generation II]] back sprite. However, this was just an error and no other generation shows Qwilfish's tail that short.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Magazine Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This potential early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was at the time an original design shown alongside two other original designs (as seen above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, and unrelated to the Pokémon franchise.

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo belly, arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female main character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Leaf (game)}}

This art of a female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]].  A similar character appears [[Media:Sugi art book.png|several]] [[Media:Kensugiart3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom). When Red and Green were later {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remade|s}}, players finally got the chance to use a {{ga|Leaf|female player character}} who was possibly based on this character.

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Magazine girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her appearance is similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Cascade Badge]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Magazine boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|PI|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

[[Category:Characters]]

[[de:Unveröffentlichte Pokémon und Charaktere]]
[[it:Prototipi di Pokémon e personaggi]]
[[ja:没ポケモンの一覧]]
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Talk:List of unused Pokémon and character designs/Archive 1

2018-10-20T04:08:53Z

Kingdedede: /* Add the Four "MissingNo." That were Identified */ new section

== Name ==

This page needs to be renamed, to something like "Unused Artwork" or "Unused Concept Art", due to the fact that somethings are not Pokémon. Also, am I the only one who sees a massive relation between {{p|Raichu}} and Honouguma, {{p|Cyndaquil}}? Nah it looks to me to be more of a possible Raichu evolution. - [[User:Ferret|Ferret]] 19:32, 19 Jul 2005 (UTC)

> Why would Raichu evolve into a Pokemon without "chu" in it's name, who according to it's own name is a Fire-type? {{unsigned|Zeta}}

They were trying something different maybe? It just seems to bear an amazing resemblance. - [[User:Ferret|Ferret]]

Did you guys think it was a pre-version of Teddiursa, but maybe scrapped when it was too related to Raichu. It is a bear, and a bear pokemon was released in Johto.
[[User:Firemaker|Firemaker]]

== Article ==

So, Bulbapedia has an article about Unreleased Pokémon, huh? Now all we need is an article on ''Fake'' Pokémon. - [[User:Pokencyclopedia|Pokencyclopedia]]

== Validity issues ==

I've always found those sketches rather dubious now that I think about it. Where did they originally come from? Is there any proof at all that they are original concept art? - [[User:Ferret|Ferret]] 22:40, 29 June 2006 (UTC)

: Excellent question. However, I do know I remember seeing them way back then on PokéFor (note the fine print on the images) around the release of G/S. - [[User:Zhen Lin|振霖]][[User talk:Zhen Lin|T]] 02:19, 30 June 2006 (UTC)

:The ones that were obviously scanned look like Sugimori's style, especially the trainers. So, at the very least, "Unnamed Mammal" and "Unnamed Turtle" are real. One can even see the turtle with Tyranitar in the Male Trainer art. I don't know what those other rough sketches are, though. They aren't Sugimori. --[[User:Argy|Argy]] 05:04, 30 June 2006 (UTC)

== Commentary issues ==

'''Unnamed mammal'''

''The Unnamed mammal has been said to resemble Hitmontop or Meowth''
:Really? I definately see some {{p|Wigglytuff}} in there! [[User:Fabu-Vinny|FabuVinny]] 17:20, 26 November 2005 (CST)
::This is gonna sound weird, but something about the design reminds me of {{p|Snubbull}}. It's the blue collar on a pink creature thing, I think. --[[User:Pie|Pie]] ~[[User talk:Pie|♪]][[Special:Contributions/Pie|♫]] 14:58, 6 March 2007 (UTC)

'''Kurusu'''

''This creature resembles a seal, but doesn't seem to have much relation to any Pokémon as of yet''
: [[Image:Alpha kurusu.png]][[Image:086Seel.png|200px]]
: --[[User:Fabu-Vinny|FabuVinny]] 14:52, 6 March 2007 (UTC)

'''Unnamed turtle'''

''A turtle Pokémon that was never released. It's possible it was later heavily reworked into Torkoal.''
:Am I the only one who sees Swampert's head in there? --[[User:Fabu-Vinny|FabuVinny]] 14:52, 6 March 2007 (UTC)

== Pictures ==

What website are those pictures from?--[[User:Ambipom|Ambipom]]--

== Other names and additional info ==

Back when Gold and Silver were about to come out, i remember there was an article in Gamepro magazine about the Japanese Gold and Silver that had a LOOONG list of beta Japanese names for the new pokemon, and the same article also had a few temporary English names. The ones I remember: Artibull instead of Smeargle and Xoqo instead of Xatu. Only problem is, that article is long gone. Can anyone help out?
--[[User: Jurgen200|Jurgen200]]--

Check out this list...

*152 Chikorita Chicolita
*153 Bayleef Beifiru
*154 Meganium Meganiumi
*155 Cyndaquil Hinoarashi
*156 Quilava Magumarashi
*157 Typhlosion Bakufun
*158 Totodile Waninoko
*159 Croconaw Arigeitsu
*160 Feraligatr Odairu
*161 Sentret Otachi
*162 Furret Ootachi
*163 Hoothoot Hoho
*164 Noctowl Yorunozuku
*165 Ledyba Rediba
*166 Ledian Redeian
*167 Spinarak Itomaru
*168 Araidos Araidosu
*169 Kurobat Kuroba
*170 Chinchou Chonchi
*171 Lanturn Rantan
*172 Pichu Pichu
*173 Cleffa Pi
*174 Igglybuff Pupurin
*175 Togepi Togepi
*176 Togetic Togechikku
*177 Natee Neitei
*178 Natotem Neiteio
*179 Mareep Meripu
*180 Skiploom Mokoko
*181 Centerity Denryu
*182 Bellossom Kireihana
*183 Marill Mariru
*184 Azumarill Mariruri
*185 Sudowoodo Usokki
*186 Politoed Myorotono
*187 Hoppip Hane
*188 Flaffy Popo
*189 Jumpluff Watakko
*190 Aipom Eipamu
*191 Sunkern Himanattsu
*192 Sunflora Kimawari
*193 Dunsparce Yanyanma
*194 Ampharos Upa
*195 Quagsire Nuoh
*196 Espeon Efui
*197 Umbreon Burakki
*198 Murkrow Yamikarasu
*199 Slowking Yadoking
*200 Trillix Muuma
*201 ????? Annon
*202 Crashin Sonansu
*203 Girafarig Kirinriki
*204 Skarmory Kunugidama
*205 Forretress Fuoretosu
*206 Duglari Nokocchi
*207 Gligar Guraiga
*208 Steelix Haganeru
*209 Snubbull Buru
*210 Granbull Guranburu
*211 Wobbuffet Harisen
*212 Scizor Hassamu
*213 Octorock Tsubotsubo
*214 Heracross Herakuroso
*215 Misdreavus Nyuura
*216 Moonlite Himeguma
*217 Soloar Ringuma
*218 Slugma Magumaggu
*219 Magcargo Magukarugo
*220 Swinub Urimu
*221 Sirnub Inomu
*222 Corsola Sanigo
*223 Remoraid Teppouo
*224 Octillery Okutan
*225 Delibird Deribado
*226 Mantine Maintain
*227 Wooper Eamudo
*228 Houndour Derubiru
*229 Houndoom Heruga
*230 Kingdra Kingudora
*231 Phanpy Gomazou
*232 Donphan Donfuyan
*233 Porygon 2 Porygon 2
*234 Stantler Odoshishi
*235 Artibull Doburu
*236 Hitmontot Baruki
*237 Hitmontop Kapoera
*238 Smoochum Muchura
*239 Elekid Erekid
*240 Magby Bubii
*241 Miltank Mirutanku
*242 Blissey Hapinasu
*243 Raikou Raikou
*244 Entei Entei
*245 Suicune Suikun
*246 Larvitar Yogirasu
*247 Pupitar Sanagirasu
*248 Tyranitar Bangirasu
*249 Lugia Lugia
*250 Ho-Oh Houou
*251 Selebi Serebeii

[http://maxpages.com/ashversusgary/Gold_Silver_Pokedex Source]
--[[User:Ambipom|Ambipom]]--
:Seems as if some, like Flaaffy and Skiploom, are flipped. --'''[[User:TTEchidna|T]][[User talk:TTEchidna|T]][[wp:Echidna|Echidna]]''' 22:52, 30 June 2007 (UTC)

::Wow, I actually remember those lists from back when G/S wasn't out in English yet. Every site had their own list of names that were confirmed, then had potential names that had been registered as copyrights or whatever listed somewhere and had people try to figure out which name went to which Pokémon.

::So, of course, the reason a few of them are mixed around is because the list was made when we could see what names had been registered (domain names of each Pokémon's name usually get registered by Nintendo ahead of time, or something like that); nobody knew what a Skiploom actually was, so Flaaffy ended up with the name Skiploom in most fans' lists (I guess nobody noticed the hop-skip-jump thing.)

::There's even a few of the common misspellings of the Japanese names that showed up in a lot of magazines and stuff before G/S's English release. "Hane"/"Popo" instead of Hanekko/Popokko, for example. With those in the list, I'm actually surprised the list doesn't have "Yanyan" listed as Umbreon/Burakki's Japanese name--that was a disturbingly common slip-up that magazines used to make back then.

::I do remember some of those names, but as far as I know "Natee" and "Natotem" never actually came from any sort of official source (either stated in Nintendo Power or registered online somewhere)--I actually remember talking about how "Xatu" and "Xoqo" (the guesses for Natu and Xatu's names at the time) were good names once, and someone randomly butted in and said that they should be named "something like Naytee or Natotem" instead. So yeah, those two are definitely fan-made names, probably made by people who wanted Cheesy Cram-Two-Words-Together Names and didn't like the much-more-interesting ones like Xatu. I also don't remember "Octorock" as a name for Tsubotsubo--and it's extremely unlikely that Nintendo was ever considering it, since it's already the name of a well-known Zelda monster. [[User:Zdododododo|Zdododododo]] 07:42, 25 July 2007 (UTC)

::The dodgy Maxpages fansites aside, here is what turned up from google searches of "Artibull" "Trillix" "Duglari" and "Xoqo":
http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/archive/index.php?t-19796.html [THIS GUY KNOWS WHAT HE'S TALKING ABOUT]
http://www.woodrecords.com/megahangout/Pokedex_4_Gold_and_Silver [early list, including the games they're found in]
http://maxpages.com/pokemonil/Gold_and_Silver_English_Names
http://maxpages.com/pokepapparazzi/Pokemon
http://www.gamefaqs.com/portable/gbcolor/file/198308/9132 [japanese walkthru with english names pasted in - confused names in the pokedex]
http://theoparadise.tripod.com/oldnews.htm [scroll down for pokemon list]
http://guidesarchive.ign.com/guides/11154/marowak.html ["guardia"]
http://www.pokebeach.com/pokemon.shtml [has all the beta names for red blue pkmn]
http://www.angelfire.com/md2/lugia149/list.html [all correct except for xoqo and torvado]
http://www.math.miami.edu/~jam/azure/forum/tuff/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=7;t=001495 [forum chatter about name confusion]
http://members.fortunecity.com/putobracker/90.html [artibull and hitmontot, however its foreign]
http://maxpages.com/tecnospokemon/POKEMON_GOLD_AND_SILVER_ATTACK ["milk berry" is the beta "milk drink" attack btw]
http://maxpages.com/tecnospokemon/NEW_GOLD_AND_SILVER_ATTACKS_2
http://pokemaniac2948.tripod.com/Attacks/ [funny guessed attack names - atom force and gang beating lol]
http://members.tripod.com/alyshakitty/pokedex2.html
http://members.tripod.com/alyshakitty/pokedex2p3.html
http://members.tripod.com/alyshakitty/pokedex2p4.html
http://members.tripod.com/alyshakitty/pokedex2p5.html
All of the Kanto names mentioned on these and other websites are genuine beta names. The poster included with my first edition 2BA Master CD had about 15 out 150 pokemon with the bizarre beta names like "dragoon" and "Guardia". These names are on the Pokemon's individual pages but they should be collected together. Same with the gold and silver names, at least a paragraph explaining the confusion that occurred among the fans. Sorry if this entry is too long and rambly :) [[User:Jurgen200|Jurgen200]]

I remember something like that in a magazine too, with beta images of the pokemon w/beta names. I lost it though. I think it was in Beckett.
[[User: Firemaker|Firemaker]]

what are crashin, trillix and number 201?- ''unsigned comment from {{u|Nobody777}} ([[User talk:Nobody777|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Nobody777|contribs]]) ''
:Crashin (Sonansu) is {{p|Wobbuffet}}, Trillix (Muuma) is {{p|Misdreavus}}, and ????? (Annon) is {{p|Unown}}. ([[User:Yaminokame|Yaminokame]] 13:41, 27 January 2010 (UTC))

==Is honouguma somehow related to the [[Pikachu]] and [[Marill]], much like the three birds?==
[[File:183Marill.png|150px]][[File:Alpha honouguma.png|150px]][[File:025Pikachu.png|150px]] 
Am I the only one to see a connection here? - [[User:Yukushi wisdom|Yukushi wisdom]] 19:15, 9 September 2007 (UTC)
:Hmm... Yeah, I see one. '''[[User:TTEchidna|TTE]][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 01:16, 20 November 2007 (UTC)
::Yeah... [[User:SpecialK|SpecialK Leiks Lucario and The Celebi Glitch]] 14:45, 3 January 2010 (UTC)

== Unown ==

Those "unreleased" Unown don't have to be unreleased.

*They don't count as Beta Pokémon because they were revealed after the release of Gold/Silver.
*I doubt they were ever meant to exist in games. They might be just anime-made.
*The pictures of Unowns seen in third movie are just pictures of several drawings of Unown. They may be a pure fiction. That's possible that these Unowns never existed, but someone drew them like that.

This page is about Pokémon which didn't make it to the final game. Those Unowns aren't one of them. They are anime-wank and no one says they were ever meant to exist. Those pictures in the movie were just DRAWINGS made by PEOPLE, not photos of real Unown. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 18:15, 15 January 2008 (UTC)
:Well the ! and ? Unown are proof that more Unown designs were being considered for the next games, so they should be added[[User:Vuvuzela2010|Vuvuzela2010]] 11:35, 9 October 2010 (UTC)
::They are no such thing. There's no evidence that the ! and ? Unown were planned since Gold and Silver. We just know that they were added in FRLG. Besides, this topice is like two and a half years old. --[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] 11:39, 9 October 2010 (UTC)
:::well the film was released not long before Kecleon, Wailmer and Azurill were revealed, a year I think, and their designs were exactly the same as they look now, so they had possibly finalized a good number Ruby/Sapphire pokemon by then (I dont know when the pics of Treecko, Torchic and 'Latiken' were taken however, I am also unsure how long it takes them to make the films(they are usually crap so probably not long)), besides they could have just used pics of the 26 original unowns[[User:Vuvuzela2010|Vuvuzela2010]] 21:13, 9 October 2010 (UTC)

== "2v2" Template? ==

There's a template on the top of the page, and I don't know what it is supposed to be, could someone figure that out and fix it? [[User:Theininen|Theininen]] 16:01, 11 May 2008 (UTC)

:It's been taken care of. --[[User:Politoed666|ニョロトノ]][[User talk:Politoed666|''666'']] 16:06, 11 May 2008 (UTC)

::Thanks for that. [[User:Theininen|Theininen]] 16:29, 11 May 2008 (UTC)

== octorok comment ==

kirby has an ally named "chuchu" thats also zelda[[User:Whatswithalltheextraspace|Whatswithalltheextraspace]] 23:37, 12 August 2008 (UTC)
::Zelda's Chuchus didn't show up until LONG after Kirby's Dreamland 3. Plus, they're both gooey blob monsters that can stick to things, so it could be that the Zelda one was actually named after the Kirby one (or both were named after some other non-videogame-related thing... Japanese game/anime/etc. characters tend to have names like that pretty often.)[[User:Zdododododo|Zdododododo]] 19:39, 25 September 2008 (UTC)

== Page Title ==

The page title says unreleased Pokémon, yet there are designs of prototype player characters that definitely aren't Pokémon. I want to move the psge to something more appropriate, but what?--[[User:Kuki|Kuki]][[User talk:Kuki|Talk]] 00:25, 27 November 2008 (UTC)
:Maybe something like Unreleased Concept Artwork would be more accurate? Although since some of these are from magazines, saying the artwork itself is unreleased wouldn't be true...so something like Beta Concept Artwork? [[User:Lucentas|Lucentas]] 00:40, 27 November 2008 (UTC)
::Sometimes it's better to keep it simple. This is one of those times. [[User:GlinnMgraw|'''Glinn]] [[User_talk:GlinnMgraw|Mgraw''']] 07:22, 27 November 2008 (UTC)

== Pikachu.. ==

Does that really count? It's still Pikachu,it's just a little bigger(like a lot of the pre-anime designs,just look at the starters),and I'm pretty sure that came out after the games were released. Also,but offtopic,with Leaf..Should it be said she is Leaf? [[User:Lovely Rose|Lovely Rose]] 03:48, 26 June 2009 (UTC)

== Charizard.. ==

Should we include the Charizard from the same art as the Pikachu? It has a larger jaw then a regular Charizard, and is larger. [[User:Lovely Rose|Lovely Rose]] 17:05, 8 September 2009 (UTC)
:Many Pokémon designs change over the years. It's a completely different matter. It's simply early art, not really an unreleased thing. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 14:49, 3 January 2010 (UTC)

== unnamed turtle ==

In the male trainer section, the unnamed turtle is in the picture. Does this suggest that it is early art for {{p|Squirtle}}? [[User:Turtwig A|Turt]][[wig]] [[Turtwig (Pokémon)|A]] ([[User talk:Turtwig A|talk]] | [[Special:Contributions/Turtwig A|contribs]]) 23:50, 5 January 2010 (UTC)

Most likely not since in that same picture one can see Tyranitar and other beta-Pokemon most likely from Gen II. As ar as I know it's a cover of a magazine that was suppose to report about the next Generation of Pokemon (or at least about plans). [[User:Ariano|Ariano]] 06:46, 24 March 2012 (UTC)
::I have the magazine in question. Unfortunately, there is no information on Gold/Silver within. The only indication of them is the cover itself. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 00:18, 25 March 2012 (UTC)
:::Hmmm... Most likely it's still not about Gen I Pokemon since it's from 1997... It could've been a "hint" of new games in development. [[User:Ariano|Ariano]] 06:44, 25 March 2012 (UTC)

== Starters? ==

Could Kurusu and Honoguma have originally been intended to be the Water and Fire Starters to go with Happa? [[User:Taromon777|'''''Taromon''''']] 14:29, 26 January 2010 (UTC)

== Does anyone remember this? ==

i just remember when I was a kid i had a magazine that showed all the then 100 new Pokémon. But they we're not in their Sugimori art. And I can't remember if they had their English names. If anyone remember, would it be useful?--'''[[User:Midnight Blue|Midnight]] [[User talk:Midnight Blue|''Blue'']]''' 05:08, 15 February 2010 (UTC)

if you can remember the name of the magazine and what issue and maybe post them on the talk page maybe they can be qualified as unreleased.--[[User:Nobody777|Nobody777]] 17:49, 15 February 2010 (UTC)

== Torchic and blaziken beta art ==

From did that art come from???--[[User:Nobody777|Nobody777]] 18:48, 18 February 2010 (UTC)
:I've seen that in 151chan (posted by a very trustable person). It seems to be photographed from some gallery. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 18:51, 18 February 2010 (UTC)

are there anymore pictures we can post or at least a reference??--[[User:Nobody777|Nobody777]] 19:26, 19 February 2010 (UTC)

== Green? It's BLUE! and other conflicts involving the Character section ==

I was reading a scanlation of Pokémon Special when I saw one of the pics that's in
this article in it!(It's the black-and-white pic of Red, Green, and Blue with thier fully-evolved starters.) I was immediatly reminded of the article and went to it, sure that the page
said that the pic was beta art.

And I was wrong, but I saw something else!

The page said that the girl in the aforementioned pic was Green.

Either Green had a gender change or the article's wrong!

Here's who's who- with the boys equated with their Anime counterparts-

Red-"Ash"

Green-"Gary"

Blue-the girl

The article needs fixing, but since this also goes into parts I don't know about-
I'm still reading Red-Green-Blue- I can't fully proofread it.

Also, I think the book under the color pic showing Red, Green, and Blue with
thier unevolved starters is Pokemon Special- at least a copy of it.
[[User:ThaPoketrix|ThePoketrix]] 22:24, 1 August 2010 (UTC)
:The rival's name is Blue. He's known as Blue when he's an NPC in GSC and HGSS as a Gym Leader. However, he is known as Green in Japanese. As such, the girl's name would be Green, or Blue in Japanese, as was done in the manga. '''~ [[User:Sol|sol]][[User talk:Sol|ar]][[Special:Contributions/Sol|is]]''' 22:30, 1 August 2010 (UTC)
::Some fans have a tendency to mix Japanese names with English (especially in the case of Blue/Green). But they're not right. Trust official sources, not scanslations made by fans. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 07:33, 2 August 2010 (UTC)

== Who is that? ==

Who is supposed to be riding the Latias/Blaziken Pokemon in the artwork? [[User:Flyingtypefan|Flyingtypefan]] 23:30, 30 August 2010 (UTC)
:Some unused trainer obviously. Maybe they should have their own entry?--[[User:Pokelova|''Poké'']][[User talk:Pokelova|lova!]] 04:29, 31 August 2010 (UTC)
Does anyone else think so? [[User:Flyingtypefan|Flyingtypefan]] 06:06, 31 August 2010 (UTC)
::This very artwork was later heavily remade by Sugimori into a scene artwork with actual Latias and Latios. There's a girl that rides that Latios on that art. This isn't really the same girl but she looks a bit similar. You know which artwork I mean, don't you? --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 07:50, 31 August 2010 (UTC)
:::Unfortunately, no. I didn't really pay attention to art and stuff with Gen III. Can you show me the art?--[[User:Pokelova|''Poké'']][[User talk:Pokelova|lova!]] 11:18, 31 August 2010 (UTC)
::::It's at [[a:File:Latias_Latios.png]]. But I don't know if it's that important to this article-- unlike some of the Pokémon or characters on this page, this character probably was never intended to appear in any game. Methinks this artwork is merely intended to be just that, artwork. It doesn't have to correspond with anything from any game. --[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] 12:10, 31 August 2010 (UTC)
:::::She's still an unreleased character with beta art.--[[User:Pokelova|''Poké'']][[User talk:Pokelova|lova!]] 12:18, 31 August 2010 (UTC)
::::::Should she be referenced to then? {{unsigned|Lovely Rose}}

== Unnamed Turtle And Shuckle? ==

Though the article states it is similar to Squirtle, could it possibly be an evolved form of Shuckle? They both have a shell, they both have similarly shaped heads and considering Shuckle was introduced in generation II, it could have been an expansion on the family. Think of the expansions on gen II families in gen IV. This could have been the same thing. I do agree, however, it does look like Squirtle though. [[User:FrozenStrategy|FrozenStrategy]] 19:32, 2 September 2010 (UTC)

== Unknown Pokemopolis Pokemon ==

During the episode The Ancient Puzzle of Pokemopolis, Brock is seen holding a statue of an unknown pokemon, worth a mention I think.
http://www.serebii.net/anime/pictures/indigo/074ps1.shtml

[[User:Vuvuzela2010|Vuvuzela2010]] 04:20, 29 September 2010 (UTC)
:Wow, nice find. Definitely needs a mention. Perhaps the last one is trapped in the GS Ball :D And re-watching the episode, perhaps also the statues in sequence shortly after: [http://www.serebii.net/anime/pictures/indigo/074ps2.shtml here]. I'm surprised no one noticed this before. I guess everyone repressed the memory of that horrifying french accent. - [[User:DanPMK|MK]] ([[User Talk:DanPMK|t]]/[[Special:contributions/DanPMK|c]]) 04:43, 29 September 2010 (UTC)
::Celebi is in the GS Ball. Kurt ate it. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 04:49, 29 September 2010 (UTC)
:::Heh. Closest Pokémon that frame fits is Teddiursa, but the difference is enough that I'd call it unknown. - [[User:DanPMK|MK]] ([[User Talk:DanPMK|t]]/[[Special:contributions/DanPMK|c]]) 04:51, 29 September 2010 (UTC)
::::I am now almost certain that the artifact is Honoguma with round ears, as they are both bear-like, have similar builds, obviously the markings would not normaly be part of the Pokemon, as the Psyduck artifact, Giant Gengar, Giant Alakazam & Giant Jigglypuff have similar markings, anybody else see the resemblance?[[User:Vuvuzela2010|Vuvuzela2010]] 12:17, 9 October 2010 (UTC)

== "Resembles" ==

Can we excise all the speculation about what a released Pokémon each unreleased Pokémon somewhat resembles? Isn't it entirely possible that these Pokémon are entirely unreleased and in no way influenced the design of later Pokémon? [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 09:13, 8 October 2010 (UTC)
:Well, for most of them from Generation II and onward, it's pretty obvious which later designs they influenced; take Happa for instance, it's obviously a beta Chikorita. But I wouldn't be against removing the speculation about the pre-Generation II art, such as the "unnamed turtle". --[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] 10:51, 8 October 2010 (UTC)
::Yes, I think the info that is obviously rubbish should be removed, such as Honoguma (a bear, & a starter) being related to Raichu, & Kurusu (also a starter) being a pre-evo of Seel or Lapras (no resemblance whatsoever), also, I cannot see any resemblance between the Turtle & Turtwig (yet another starter), & it is highly unlikely to be an evo of Squirtle (someone was obviously obsessed with starters!), the about the Turtle & Purutoga should stay however, since the similarities are pretty undeniable, the bit about Torkoal might as well stay too.[[User:Vuvuzela2010|Vuvuzela2010]] 11:29, 8 October 2010 (UTC)
:::I happen to have the full artwork of the turtle and can say that it has very little resemblance to Purutoga. I think rather than having an actual relation they just have similar design themes, both being turtles and all. For example, the new electric flying squirrel resembles Pachirisu, but they're not related. They simply follow typical themes standard for a Pokemon of that type. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 00:39, 9 October 2010 (UTC)
::::couldn't the relation between the old turtle and new turtle be that the old one was scrapped concept art that was revived for the new generation when they decided to discount the old pokemon and make this one completely new?--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 20:28, 23 January 2011 (UTC)

== EP072 thing ==

I wouldn't really try to search for any meaning in that bear-like thing from EP072. It's a random thing, most likely created for the anime only. It has no meaning. There's no evidence that it was ever intended to be a Pokemon. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 18:22, 31 October 2010 (UTC)
:Looking into it, it's a painted Psyduck figure.--'''[[User:Immewnity|''immewnity'']][[User talk:Immewnity|the]][[Special:Contributions/Immewnity|mew]]''' 14:30, 21 November 2010 (UTC)
::There is a Psyduck artifact, but thats not what this is about.[[User:Vuvuzela2010|Vuvuzela2010]] 14:40, 21 November 2010 (UTC)
:::the one that brock is holding looks more bear-ish and isn't yellow--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 20:25, 23 January 2011 (UTC)

== Ok, Really? ==

I know the pink top looks like Hitmontop but it looks clearly like a Clefairy as well, and Cleffa came the next generation did it not? The "Meoth whiskers" thing is a bit vaque though. But can we at least mention Clefairy? --[[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']]''' 20:17, 23 December 2010 (UTC)

== Turtle ==

couldn't the relation between the old turtle and new turtle be that the old one was scrapped concept art that was revived for the new generation when they decided to discount the old pokemon and make this one completely new?--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 00:35, 22 January 2011 (UTC)
:Hellooo anyone care to comment?--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 22:08, 15 February 2011 (UTC)
::That's just speculation, we don't know that. And its not like Shellos and Gastordon, which were saved for the next generation, there is a 3 Generation (and 10 year) difference. Also, the artwork we currently have doesn't show the whole Pokemon, so untill we have that, we can't really speculate about this (if someone knows where to find the original, non-cropped artwork, please post it). '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 23:59, 15 February 2011 (UTC)
:::someone on the resembles thread says they have it.--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 21:40, 16 February 2011 (UTC)
::::Yes, I spotted that yesterday, I've posted a comment on their talk page, but thanks for mentioning that anyway. Still no reply though :( If it turns out to be a dead end, I might look around the web myself, though where to find a reliable, non-fan-created picture is the problem. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 21:47, 16 February 2011 (UTC)

== Arachnoid ==
In the episode "The Superhero Secret" there is a strange arachnoid. It can be seen on this page [http://www.serebii.net/anime/pictures/johto/140ps5.shtml]
[[User:Kodde|Kodde]] 11:35, 22 January 2011 (UTC)
:That's [[Team Rocket|team rocket]]'s robot--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 04:06, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
No it isn't. If you watch the episode you can see that it dosen't move mechanicaly and it dosen't say anywhere that it is team Rockets robot. [[User:Kodde|Kodde]] 10:03, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:Having just watched the episode, it would certainly seem to be a Pokemon, even if it is just supposed to be a prop (it even has a cry), though it would have been created for just this episode (though it's not the first anime-exclusive Pokemon). It is odd however, that they did not just use a giant Spinarak. It should be added, if you want to add it feel free, though I will probably get round to adding it tommorrow.'''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 17:47, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
::It's a fictional monster. Fictional from the Pokémon world's point of view too. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 18:13, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:::In other words, it is a fictional Pokemon, like how some legendaries are seen in universe to be fictional? Still worth noting. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 19:05, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:::That's obivously not what Maxim ment. That thing is obviously not ment to be a Pokémon. It's only ment to be a fictional monster for Gligarman to fight. If you're going to include that thing, you may as well include the Mongoose from Ghost of Madien's Peak episode or the worm Pidgeotto ate in episode 3, or the "Legendary Water Pokémon" Misty imagined in the Slowpoke Enlightenment episode Etc.[[User:PDL|PDL]] 19:31, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
::::But we don't know if it is ''not'' a Pokemon for certain, though I wouldnt say the others should be included, the mongoose is just Gastly, and I think the worm is just meant to be a real worm. I have not seen the Slowpoke episode however, so I cannot say anything about that thing (though I am getting it up on my laptop now). '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 20:02, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:::::It was shown only in a fictional story of Gligarman. So, it's reasonable to assume that it doesn't exist in the Pokemon world. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 20:07, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
::::::oooooh that one okay that shouldn't count because that looks like it's in one of those old giant spider-godzilla movies.--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 20:22, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
If you think it shouldnt be on the page, then you can remove it, though I still feel it should be in the article, as it is for ''Unreleased Pokemon'', and even though it may be fictional, it is still seems highly likely that it is a fictional Pokemon, and thus releavant to the article. As for not existing in the Pokemon world, with the possible exeption of the EP072 bear, none of the unreleased Pokemon on this page would exist in the Pokemon world either... '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 20:25, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:okay then that makes sense--[[User:Ash0011|Ash0011]] 21:33, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:Perhaps it would be better to have a separate list for "Non-Pokémon" creatures and keep this entry specifically about Unreleased or beta Pokémon '''As they are ment to appear in the games'''. Anime only stuff hardly counts. [[User:PDL|PDL]] 23:06, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
::While I disagree with your ''Anime only stuff hardly counts'' comment, as the anime is often used to showcase unreleased Pokemon (like Togepi, the gold Ho-Oh in EP001, or possibly the bear with a rather striking resemblance to Honoguma in EP072), the seperate list doesn't sound like a bad idea actually. Though I would prefer the name '''List of disputed Pokemon''' or something along those lines, as there is already a list for [[animals|non-Pokemon]]. This page would need to be renamed to reflect the change, unless the list would simply be a new section on this page? '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 23:47, 23 January 2011 (UTC)
:::Then I wonder why [[Zapmolcuno]] isn't here. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 10:42, 24 January 2011 (UTC)
::::I was refraining from adding it, incase everything was to be moved around. Same goes for [[Venustoise]], the unreleased Unown forms seen in [[M03]], the Sun and the Fairy seen in the book of Legendary Pokemon in [[M03]], the wooden Celebi seen in [[M04]], and the creature attacking Alto Mare at the start of [[M05]]. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 17:52, 24 January 2011 (UTC)
Perhaps we really should keep this page for Pokémon artwork that's explicitly "beta". Anime appearences of "non-Pokémon" should really go to a different page. [[User:PDL|PDL]] 00:42, 29 January 2011 (UTC)

I think that We should add the ones mentioned above as they are ''presumably'' pokémon and I think we should add a section for pokemon appearing only in the manga that have no natural explanation such as Zapmolcuno and the manga dialga/palkia fusion statue at eterna city (there is a picture of it on the eterna city talk page).--[[User:Nobody777|Nobody777]] 17:58, 17 February 2011 (UTC)
:they should be added, but for now, you can add them to this page
:[[User:Vuvuzela2010/Disputed Pokémon]]
:'''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 19:26, 17 February 2011 (UTC)

== Kurusu = Daikenki/Samurott? ==

Does anybody here see a resemblance between the unreleased Kurusu and the 5th-Gen Samurott/Daikenki?

[[File:Alpha kurusu.png|300px|Kurusu]]

[[File:503Samurott.png|300px|Samurott]]
--[[User:Bad Grim|Bad Grim]] 04:52, 1 March 2011 (UTC)
:Um..... No. They're vaguely the same shape and that's it. [[User:Ikarishipper900|Ikarishipper900]] 04:00, 6 May 2011 (UTC)

I see it... Quadrupeds, probably water-type, maybe a very old possibility for Oshawott?
[[User:Shinyzubat123|Shinyzubat123]] 21:22, 4 December 2011 (UTC)

The similarity is as obvious as between Honoguma, Pikachu/Raichu and Marill... [[User:Ariano|Ariano]] 06:41, 24 March 2012 (UTC)

==Bellossom? Jynx?==
If Bellossom is on here for a color change, shouldn't Jynx be as well? To be honest I feel like Bellossom being on here is a little sketchy since the dark blue coloring was obviously released. However, if Bellossom is valid, Jynx should be on here too, right? [[User:Ikarishipper900|Ikarishipper900]] 03:59, 6 May 2011 (UTC)
:No. Jynx was originally black and released as black coloured, but it was changed along the course of the franchise. While Bellossom was previewed to be dark blue, but was changed to a green colour before release.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F''']][[Reshiram (Pokémon)|orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F''']][[Zekrom (Pokémon)|ire]] 09:31, 6 May 2011 (UTC)
::But wasn't this official GSC artwork? Why is that considered before release? [[User:Ikarishipper900|Ikarishipper900]] 04:38, 7 May 2011 (UTC)

== More unreleased Pokemon - Japanese translation needed ==

In the Capsule Monsters sketches, [http://img825.imageshack.us/img825/3897/pkmn1285890995744.jpg one shows two unreleased Pokemon, with their numbers and possibly Pokedex entries]. Can someone please translate this? {{unsigned|Vuvuzela2010}}
:The bug is Papyō and the cat is Buhī.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 15:30, 22 June 2011 (UTC)
::[http://archives.bulbagarden.net/media/upload/8/8a/Pokemon_conceptart.jpg And here's three new Pokés:] the lizard is '''Godzillante''', the ape is '''Gorillaimo''' and the Dragon is '''Dragon4'''.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 17:53, 22 June 2011 (UTC)
:::Thanks for that! I've added them all in now. Do you know what the text entries next to those five Pokemon say? It looks like it could be a Pokedex entry, or maybe it says what type they are? '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 20:39, 22 June 2011 (UTC)
::::I can't really translate Japanese text; I mainly just romanize katakana and hiragana.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 20:49, 22 June 2011 (UTC)
:::::I'd personally make a separate section, or maybe even separate article for Capsule Monsters. They deserve a special place! --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 12:01, 23 June 2011 (UTC)
::::::Well, we do have [[Capsule Monsters]]. This is basically just an extension of that. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 12:42, 23 June 2011 (UTC)
:::::::So, I'd rather add them there or start a new article "List of known Capsule Monsters" or something like that. I don't think that the prototypes of Pokemon and scrapped Pokemon designs invented later should belong together. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 08:12, 24 June 2011 (UTC)
::::::::Yeah, I agree. They are two different things. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 10:11, 24 June 2011 (UTC)

== Moving to Prototype Pokemon and characters... ==

I'd like to suggest that this article be moved to "Prototype Pokémon and characters". Not only does this article list things that have been unreleased, but it also lists Pokemon whose designs had simply been alerted, and are therefore still technically released. "Prototype" can easily refer to both kinds, so I'd like to suggest that the article be moved to that. [[User:Rai Marshall|Rai Marshall]] 19:49, 26 June 2011 (UTC)
: I concur ''[[User:Sui|'''Sui''']][[User talk:Sui|'''Scorpio''']]'' 02:23, 27 June 2011 (UTC)

::Because half of this page is "altered", not "unreleased", I think the more universal term "prototype" is better suited. '''[[User:Toon Ganondorf|Toon Ganondorf ]] [[User Talk:Toon Ganondorf|(t]] [[Special:Contributions/Toon Ganondorf|c)]]''' 06:34, 27 June 2011 (UTC)
:::First, I think that early Capsule Monsters should be covered separately and things like Bellossom should be deleted. It doesn't fit here. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 07:41, 27 June 2011 (UTC)

::::Even if a listing of Capsule Monsters do get their own page, there's still other kinds of Pokemon designs that were still simply alerted, like those Gen II alters. There's still a reason for this to be called "Prototype Pokémon and characters". [[User:Rai Marshall|Rai Marshall]] 20:03, 27 June 2011 (UTC)
:::::Why should Bellossom be deleted? It was altered before release, and is relevant to the article. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 20:09, 27 June 2011 (UTC)
::::::Also, I would support the move. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 20:11, 27 June 2011 (UTC)
:::::::Actually, the artwork with purple Bellossom is its actual GS artwork (a final thing, not an early sketch like the rest). So, it's not really unreleased. At the same logic, we should also add Slowpoke here because it had a stripped belly in the original GSC. Many Pokemon has been given cosmetic design changes over the generations and it's really hard to call their older designs "prototype". --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 07:54, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
[[File:1999 Bellossom Artwork.png|thumb|right]]
:The Bellossom artwork was like that years before G/S were released, they just never bothered changing it. And Slowpoke is hardly the same, that was just a sprite error. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 09:36, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
::Sprite error? "Error" implies accident. This doesn't look like an accident. There's no artwork from that era which contradicts that "error", hence no proof that it's an error. And the fact that Bellossom's artwork wasn't changed means that it's to be treated as a final thing. And compared to the other prototypes we have, it's a really minor change. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 14:18, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
:::I support the move: I just think that a word better than prototype could be chose. It sounds too mechanical. ''[[User:Maverick Nate|'''Maverick''']][[User talk:Maverick Nate|'''Nate''']]'' 14:25, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
::::In response to the Bellossom point. The alterations to Bellossom are the same as those that Jynx undertook. They were both one color-scheme up until some time after their release, and then they were both changed post-release. If one should be included here then so should the other I would think. Thanks. ''[[User:Sui|'''Sui''']][[User talk:Sui|'''Scorpio''']]'' 20:50, 28 June 2011 (UTC)
:::::Error does not always mean accidental, it can also mean they screwed it up. A good example is the 'upside down' Koffing from Red and Blue (or any other sprite from Red/Green/Blue), obviously intentional. And Slowpoke's striped belly has not been seen in the anime, TCG, or any other media, even though it should be partially visible in [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:SabrinaSlowpokeGymHeroes95.jpg its TCG artwork] and [http://pkmncollectors.livejournal.com/3016560.html its Ken Suginori Bandai artwork].
:::::Also, Jynx does not count, since it ''was'' released. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 05:28, 30 June 2011 (UTC)
:Sorry about Jynx, I got confused about the Bellossom artwork not changing. Slowpoke's striped belly can be seen in the Bandai artwork for Aerodactyl: http://pkmncollectors.livejournal.com/3016560.html ''[[User:Sui|'''Sui''']][[User talk:Sui|'''Scorpio''']]'' 05:55, 30 June 2011 (UTC)
::That's like saying that Charmander was 'prototype' because it once had spikes on its back. Ken Sugimori's early art had a lot of things depicted that were either changed or remove in subsequent games. Likewise with in-game sprites, such as the GRB Machamp with spikes on its head. But in all honesty, this section is supposed to be for discussion on whether this article should be moved, NOT whether Bellossum or Slowpoke was prototype. Can someone please split this up? [[User:Rai Marshall|Rai Marshall]] 06:02, 2 July 2011 (UTC)
:::Noted, I've moved it to the section below. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 12:07, 6 July 2011 (UTC)
::::Er, no. This wasn't split up. [[User:Rai Marshall|Rai Marshall]] 01:05, 9 July 2011 (UTC)

== Palette changes ==

Rather than just delete, lets harness the power of the talk page. Should altered palettes, like those found below, be included in the altered Pokémon section? ''[[User:Sui|'''Sui''']][[User talk:Sui|'''Scorpio''']]'' 20:42, 28 June 2011 (UTC)

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Wynaut
|type1=Psychic
|img=Beta Wynaut.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Wynaut (Pokémon)}}[[File:360Wynaut.png|170px|right]] Pre-release screenshots of Wynaut show that it was going to be green in color rather than blue.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, it was colored purple instead of brown and its stripes were mirrored. However, this was not long-lived, as it was changed to its current appearance in the next video.}}
:Both are video quality's fault. When the screenshot of Wynaut surfaced, we have already had its artwork revealed and it looked just like now, so there was never a design change. And this Excadrill was extracted from a very low-quality video. Actually, all colors on this video are off. Even Haxorus is greenish yellow. That's nothing more than a matter of quality. All high quality versions of the same video had correct colors. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 09:01, 6 July 2011 (UTC)
::Sorry to blend in the conversation, but how about Excadrill's belly pattern? That can't be a quality error, can it? [[User:TyraniThrone|Tyrani]][[User talk:TyraniThrone|Throne]] 11:12, 6 July 2011 (UTC)
:::My view is, it would probably be better to include those with minor alterations, such as Exadrill and Tyranitar, in a ''Minor alterations'' subsection. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 11:29, 6 July 2011 (UTC)
::::Does anyone know the exact date when Bellossom's GS artwork was released? If it was after its first anime appearance (where it was green), it could be worth mentioning the contradiction. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 12:07, 6 July 2011 (UTC)

== Buizel ==

I remember I saw once a scan of a magazine released before the release of D&P showing a black siloutte of Buizel with two "collars" instead of one. If I find it again may this added to this page? Also the Unnamed turtle actually have legs, it isn't "just a head sticking out of a shell". --[[User:SamuStar|SamuStar]] 16:27, 26 July 2011 (UTC)

== Altered human designs ==

There's a template for Altered Pokemon Designs, so why not for the humans? I can think of a few who received design overhauls.. As said Silver's hair was shorter in the concept art, Kris seems to have gotten a design overhaul from the beta to the main product, and that seems to be Red in the Capsule Monster sketches. [[User:Dia Sprite|Dia Sprite]] 23:52, 17 August 2011 (UTC)

== Who are this Pokemon? ==

http://img694.imageshack.us/img694/3706/45234089orgv1315354262.jpg

Seriously... Who? I thought the fish was Basculin but the name does not match, then we have that... Siloutte thing next to Deerling that does not match any of the forms of neither Deerling or Sawsbuck, Alomomola design is noticeable different (and shares traits with Luvdisc: Shape, "blush sticker" and mouth, I think it was once planned to be an evolution) and Pansage is fat.

I also noticed the battle sprites are similar to those of Generation IV, same half-body back-sprites.

Found [http://photozou.jp/photo/show/761853/45234089 here]. [[User:LurKasumi|LurKasumi]] 09:18, 8 September 2011 (UTC)
:That image was a hoax from the Japanese Black and White pre-release period. - [[User:Kogoro|'''Kogoro''']] '''-''' [[User talk:Kogoro|'''Talk to me''']] - 09:28, 8 September 2011 (UTC)
:: Oh derp, thanks. [[User:LurKasumi|LurKasumi]] 09:35, 8 September 2011 (UTC)

== Additions ==

Here's a [http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Special:Contributions/Chickasaurus whole bunch of stuff to add] for someone who has the time to add it in. [[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']][[Koffing (Pokémon)| ☠]] 19:36, 17 October 2011 (UTC)
:I plan on adding these soon. They supposedly originated on Game Freak's blog in one of the archived posts, though I wasn't able to find it; I read about it as a recent addition on the Japanese Pokémon Wiki, and I believe its been [http://bmgf.bulbagarden.net/members/1970/30491/index6.html considered] before about adding these when SmearglePaints ({{user|Redstar}}) brought it up on the forums last year.

:There is a [http://hakuda2.web.fc2.com/ir/poke4/trust.html Japanese website] focusing on lost Pokémon which hosts that artwork and has further information about more Generation II lost Pokémon other than the three 'starters' and variations (namely 'Akua', 'Akueria', 'Netamon' and 'Elekingu') which were apparently seen in the [[Nintendo World|Nintendo Space World 1997]] demo but had only their names shown. The Japanese Pokémon Wiki also had these and more variations which none of the other sources mention, though I don't know of the validity. I uploaded the Japanese Pokémon Blue artwork because of some of the ambiguous designs, I don't know if they should count though. --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] 20:58, 17 October 2011 (UTC)

::The recent images added are fan drawings, not official artwork of any kind. As such they should be removed. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 02:31, 22 November 2011 (UTC)
:::Oh ok, is that right? I'm wondering then where the author ([http://hakuda2.web.fc2.com/ir/poke4/trust.html ボツポケモン応援隊]) originally got the concept from. I know of some [http://bbs.tgbus.com/viewthread.php?action=printable&tid=1932117 sprites of them] but I'm unsure of their legitimacy. I heard that these Pokémon were shown on Game Freak's website but I haven't been able to find an archived version of the original page yet. --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] 13:33, 5 December 2011 (UTC)
::::The sprite sheet is fully legitimate. I'd have to ask my friend the exact place it was found, which provided information on when they were secured, but I'd say there's enough sources to indicate this as a legitimate find. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 08:07, 7 December 2011 (UTC)

== Pocket Monsters Blue designs ==

"Near the bottom right is a Pokémon face, possibly based on Nidorino." It looks like Pidgeotto to me--[[User:SamuStar|SamuStar]] 18:35, 15 November 2011 (UTC)
:Not that one...the one to the left and up. '''[[User:LimeGreenCharizard|LimeGreen]]''[[User talk:LimeGreenCharizard|Charizard]]'''''[[Special:Contributions/LimeGreenCharizard|♂]] 19:57, 15 November 2011 (UTC)
Now I see, thank you. At first it looked like Venomoth to me, but it's surely Nidorino (or at least Nidoran♂) --[[User:SamuStar|SamuStar]] 20:15, 15 November 2011 (UTC)

== Some early designs ==

Early artwork on the pocket monsters cardass trading cards page shows a pikachu with a white belly and large execute with small ones the designs are the same as what they looked like in there red blue and green sprites so i think they should be on this page because the kakuna and rhyhorn with the same story are on there. Also there is a graveler with golden fingures on that page too.
[[User:Kybett98|Kybett98]] 04:45, 22 November 2011 (UTC)
:Someone should probably add the Carddass Charmander and the early back sprites for him, since the card shows his now-unexistant ridges down his back.[[User:Mefredbob|Mefredbob]] 09:41, 6 December 2011 (UTC)
Oh yes i never noticed him i saw that the ones i requested where added but have now been removed why? {{unsigned|Kybett98}}

== Unnamed Turtle ==

I think the unnamed turtle could be a Pokémon with no roots in any other Pokémon, meaning it was originally going to be a seperate Pokémon but was completely scrapped, and perhaps it was related to Kurusu. Can anyone shoot me down with fact?
[[User:Shinyzubat123|Shinyzubat123]] 21:30, 4 December 2011 (UTC)

== Even more designs ==

Recently, this year [http://bbs.tgbus.com/viewthread.php?action=printable&tid=1932117 users on TGBUS] revealed a few more designs, and annotated some of the existing ones in English e.g. "The inside of a hotel. You can see a device for healing your Pokémon inside". I've seen the former sprites (below) on 2chan, but was unsure of its legitimacy, since its marked December 1997. It would be most appreciated if someone could translate it. I have heard that Nyosuka and others were mentioned once on Gamefreak's official Japanese website, but I can't find the original page and I'm unsure if images of them were ever officially revealed. Sorry, if that's a lot to ask for though.
*[http://17woo.tgbusdata.cn/month_1101/11011600533674699a45d777f6.jpg Sprites]
*[http://17woo.tgbusdata.cn/month_1101/11011600397a98e2b81ee3b0b7.jpg Kabīn] --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] 13:22, 5 December 2011 (UTC)
:The sprite list featuring the early designs for the Poliwhirl, Weedle and Dratini lines are indeed official. A friend of mine discovered them several months ago on a blog by someone who salvaged them back in 1999. My friend also has an English translation for the text seen within the image. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 06:26, 7 December 2011 (UTC)
::Do you mean this [http://fuckyeahbetapokemonart.tumblr.com/page/1 blog]? I came across it later last Wednesday when doing an image search of the artwork. I once saw the images on 2chan, but I thought they were probably fake and confused them with the fan artwork on [http://hakuda2.web.fc2.com/ir/poke4/trust.html The Lost Pokémon]. The [http://wiki.xn--rckteqa2e.com/wiki/%E6%B2%A1%E3%83%9D%E3%82%B1%E3%83%A2%E3%83%B3%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%80%E8%A6%A7 Japanese Pokémon Wiki] seems to reaffirm information about them originating from Game Freak's website as well. I actually posted for a translation request on [http://jul.rustedlogic.net/thread.php?id=11437&page=15#375860 Jul] last October but never got anything back. That's great to hear that your friend took the time to translate it! Do you have a link to the translated version? --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] 07:05, 7 December 2011 (UTC)
:::Yes, that blog is run by the same friend who discovered the sheet. The Lost Pokemon site (an affiliate of the RCB site and a correspondence of mine) had info on the sprites for awhile and we're actively looking for them. Because of them I went on the chase, but my friend was able to turn them up herself after I had given up. The Lost Pokemon then discovered themselves just a few weeks or months afterwards, so they get credit for spreading it on the Japanese side of things.

:::I've just had my friend provide the translation. Find it [http://fuckyeahbetapokemonart.tumblr.com/post/12592876977/wimscoot-piratekingatomsk here]. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 08:07, 7 December 2011 (UTC)
::::Thank you and wimscoot so much for this! I've gathered some thoughts on why it might say "Pokémon 2" even though the designs don't seem to belong to [[Generation II]] but I realize that here isn't a good place to speculate about this. What is your username on Bulbagarden Forums? (I'm Torchickens) I also apologize for the relatively late reply. --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] 17:31, 8 December 2011 (UTC)

== Stunfisk ==

Beta Version from Stunfisk [http://pokemonblackandwhite.net/?p=4142]??? --Altruis 17:10, 24 January 2012 (UTC)
:That was from the Nintendo Dream interview, and it is most likely true, so it should be added. [[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']][[Latios (Pokémon)| Δ ]] 17:46, 24 January 2012 (UTC)

==Game-on Exhibition==
It may be old news, but for those asking for references, I took pictures from this long-running exhibition called Game On. It had some concept works on some game franchises and Pokémon was one of them. [http://www.barbican.org.uk/bie/exhibitions/game-on Check here for info on the expo.] There were some Ruby/Sapphire sketches there, such as the Torchic with floppy ears [http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g255/sfirah/DSC01532.jpg Torchic with floppy ears], the Treecko sketches [http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g255/sfirah/DSC01528.jpg (maybe a little clearer here)] and [http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g255/sfirah/DSC01529.jpg the Blaziken/Latias one]. There were also this [http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g255/sfirah/DSC01530.jpg other sketch of a floppy-eared Torchic] and this [http://i58.photobucket.com/albums/g255/sfirah/DSC01533.jpg early Groudon sketch]. [[User:KurowaSan|KurowaSan]] 03:21, 22 February 2012 (UTC)

:I went to the expo again today and tried to get some better photos of the art. I'll try to upload them to Bulbagaren Archives and add them to the articles. [[User:KurowaSan|KurowaSan]] 02:28, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
:: Where is this geographically?[[User:Jdrawer|Jdrawer]] 02:38, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
:::Those are of most interest. If it happens to be there tomorrow do you plan to try to take a picture of all Pokemon sketches that you can? Also nice to hear you took more photos today. The beta Treecko looked like it had a bit of a Grovyle look to it on the arms. Salamence didn't look much different. Wonder why Torchic had the most redos, a floppy eared, then chubby floppy ears, interesting. [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 03:34, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
::::It goes around the world since 2002, always adding some new stuff to it. Right now, the expo is in Brasilia, Brazil.
I uploaded the pictures to Bulbagarden Archives. Torchic's [[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Torchic_Beta.jpg]] and Latiken's [[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Latias_Blaziken.jpg]] were added to the articles already, substituting the old ones. Treecko's [[http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Treecko_Beta.jpg]] (it wouldn't let me substitute the old one, so I just uploaded it separately and didn't change the article), Groudon's [[http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Groudon_Beta.jpg]] and Torchic's other concept art [[http://archives.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Torchic_Beta2.jpg]] were only uploaded, but not added to any of the articles. Someone please do it for me. xD [[User:KurowaSan|KurowaSan]] 03:51, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
: Excellent then. As for replacing the old images, I can see doing so for the Torchic but not the others at the moment. The new Torchic image you uploaded is great though since it is closer and higher quality, thanks for uploading the image. :) [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 03:54, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
::Ah as for the Treecko image, click on it, the click description page under the image which is in bold. Log in on the archives if not already and scroll down, click on upload new version of this file. [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 03:59, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
:::Thanks. I did that for the Treecko picture, but it said it had some trouble cause the old picture is a png file and the new one is a jpg. Even after I tried converting the new pic to png, it wouldn't accept. (Nevermind, it worked now. lol) [[User:KurowaSan|KurowaSan]] 04:09, 23 February 2012 (UTC)
::::I see the Groundon image has been uploaded but where would the image go? Prototype or Minor Alterations? [[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen Fennec]] 01:01, 25 February 2012 (UTC)
:::::I believe "Minor alterations" would be more accurate, as it basically remained the same, except for those marks it shares with Kyogre and Rayquaza (at least that's the only thing I noticed). [[User:KurowaSan|KurowaSan]] 01:19, 25 February 2012 (UTC)

== More designs ==

I found [http://fuckyeahbetapokemonart.tumblr.com/ this site] and it appears to have lots of legit designs that we're missing around here, despite being mixed up with fanart and fakes. But are the apparently legit ones really legit? Please discuss these findings. [[User:Pokemon lover|Sato]][[User talk:Pokemon lover|Mew]] 16:41, 28 February 2012 (UTC)

:Hehe, I've heard of this. There's this deviantArt group called TheLostPokemon, which is for the Pokemon in this article. The stuff's pretty legit (though I'd still want to check out the blog). A lot of the members of the group are artists, so their artwork is probably on the blog. [[User:Jdrawer|Jdrawer]] 22:59, 5 March 2012 (UTC)
::I run the dA group while my friend runs the tumblr blog. I can assure you that any fanwork is stated to be such while actual concept/design artwork is legit. [[User:Slowpokeisgod|Slowpokeisgod]] 21:47, 22 March 2012 (UTC)

== Unused girl on boxes? ==

The text about [[Prototype Pokémon and characters#Unreleased characters|this girl]] states "The image was shown on the boxes for the games" referring to the one that only her back is shown. I've checked {{tt|the Japanese box|the only one}} of Pokémon Green and didn't see the picture. Is this statement false? [[User:Duke R|'''|) u |( e''']] [[User talk:Duke R|'''®''']] 05:10, 31 March 2012 (UTC)
:[http://www.gamefaqs.com/gameboy/367023-pokemon-red-version/images/box-68474 Apparently] so (I don't own the Japanese games, but I plan on getting them), and I still have all the English games from long ago, but unfortunately without any box inserts. According to the box data on GameFAQs, the artwork doesn't appear on the back of Japanese Blue or Yellow (Pocket Monsters Pikachu) either. Perhaps the user who added it was referring to the instruction booklet? It might be worth noting that there was an [http://img593.imageshack.us/img593/5541/1290018520523.jpg official strategy guide] for {{2v2|Red|Green}} featuring the artwork. It's also interesting how this guidebook credits Ape Inc, the predecessor of Creatures Inc. --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] 00:27, 19 April 2012 (UTC)

==fluffy torchic==
Am I the only one who instantly thought of Vullaby after seeing the fluffy torchic in the eggshell?[[User:Auragirl|Auragirl]] 04:08, 14 April 2012 (UTC)

== The guy who looks like a gymleader ==

In the article it says he was probably a dark gymleader but to me he looks more like a ground or rock user because tyranitar is ground as well,the turtle looks like a rock type and the hitmontop thing has a creamy dirt color plus he is wearing a turban with a gemSTONE does anyone agree?And he might of been the original concept for the first gym leader since he has only 3 pokemon that again to me seem like ground thus continueing rock(ground) type first gym.[[User:VENUS,MEGA,SCEPT,TORTE,SERP|VENUS,MEGA,SCEPT,TORTE,SERP]] 19:03, 20 May 2012 (UTC)
forget the first gym thing.[[User:VENUS,MEGA,SCEPT,TORTE,SERP|VENUS,MEGA,SCEPT,TORTE,SERP]] 18:30, 27 May 2012 (UTC)
: Surely you meant [[Tyranitar]] is Rock/Dark-type. Anyways, it's only speculation that he's Dark-type Gym Leader (he could just have been a regular trainer), but his clothes and hair style refer to dark. Also, he most likely was not the first Gym Leader as most Gym Leaders encountered first have two Pokemon (only Roark has three). It could also be noted that some Gym Leaders have Pokémon that are not of their speciality type (namely [[Volkner]] and [[Cilan]], [[Chili]] and [[Cress]]) and Rock-type specialists other than Roark generally have very little in their appearance to connect with their speciality type, plus in final product all Johto Gyms specialized in types that were not present in Kanto, at which time it would've been odd to use Gyms that "had been" there before (like Rock or Ground Gyms). I also can't picture the polypod Pokemon as a Rock-type. [[User:Ariano|Ariano]] 12:21, 28 May 2012 (UTC)

== Thundurus and Tornadus color change ==

It's stated Troh's and Sawk's horns were removed because Thundurus and Tornadus were blue and red, but they had later there color changed. So, why don't they get a place on this page? Maybe they can share there column with Troh and Sawk... [[User:Nickvang|Nickvang]] ([[User talk:Nickvang|talk]]) 12:33, 16 June 2012 (UTC)

== Cries ==

I attempted to post this as a comment on the YouTube video, but of course the stupid piece of shit excuse for a website kept giving me an "error try again" without any explanation. I guess this works just as well here anyways:

I've researched these cries for a while now and I hate how everyone keeps saying MissingNo. 0x45 sounds like Crobat or Golbat. Of course it does, because it is an *exact* copy of Zubat's cry. I'm following the same conclusion as everyone else (I hope it really way Crobat), but no one ever seems to realize that it isn't just similar to Zubat, it's exact. This also applies to MissingNo. 0x89 being an *exact* copy of Dragonair.

P.S. My notes: http://pastebin.com/yCry6qce -- [[User:Stag019|Stag019]] ([[User talk:Stag019|talk]]) 19:42, 30 July 2012 (UTC)

== Shopkeeper? ==

Looking at the image I'm quite curious as to what the embryo thing is. Is it possibly a Pokemon or something? Also is it possible the creature in the cage to the left is an earlier version and possibly smaller version of Slowbro? ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 18:57, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
:The embro thing does appear to be a Pokémon, but I don't know what though. The thing in the cage does appear to be a early version of Slowbro. I think it probably would be a good idea to wait for some more opinions about that though, or just add it. [[User:Lady Ariel|Lady Ariel]] ([[User talk:Lady Ariel|talk]]) 20:32, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
::I think I shall wait for a few more opinions before adding that Slowbro bit. Just to make sure it is possible that it might be an early version. ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 20:39, 9 August 2012 (UTC)
:::I dunno about Slowbro but the 'embryo' is probably a small Water Pokémon. --[[User:Spriteit|Spriteit]] ([[User talk:Spriteit|talk]]) 01:38, 10 August 2012 (UTC)

== It seems that Kage No Mushi is a fake ==

[http://fuckyeahbetapokemonart.tumblr.com/post/47524002079/open-for-debate-removing-kage-no-mushi This Tumblr post] claims that the Pokémon may indeed be a fake made by one of the blog owner's friends. In fact, as a response to [http://fuckyeahbetapokemonart.tumblr.com/post/47524532246/hfc2x-answered-your-question-open-for-debate my answer], the owner said that Bulbapedia did take all the info on that Pokémon from that blog.
Is this correct? If so, we should remove it from the list right away. '''[[User:Hfc2x|hfc]][[User talk:Hfc2x|2X]]''' 06:57, 9 April 2013 (UTC)

Removed it from the list. --[[User:Relicant|Relicant]] ([[User talk:Relicant|talk]]) 16:58, 11 April 2013 (UTC)

== Kazeniga and Rokku ==

In this video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YU7M5KAfYWA), there seems to be two Pokemon, (Kazeniga and Rokku) in the vein of Gorillaimo and Godzillante. Should we add them? [[User:Jdrawer|Jdrawer]] ([[User talk:Jdrawer|talk]]) 21:41, 29 April 2013 (UTC)

== Munna in Generation 1? ==

Okay, correct me if I'm wrong, but if I remember correctly, didn't an NPC near [[Rock Tunnel]] mention seeing a pink Pokémon with flowers on it in the cave? If they did, then that would mean {{p|Munna}}'s origin dates as far back as [[Generation I]]. If all of this is true, should I add it onto the page? I can also look for an image that details the Munna in the game. [[User:Pokedex493|Pokedex493]] ([[User talk:Pokedex493|talk]]) 19:21, 7 June 2013 (UTC)
:Correction, they were actually talking about the fact that there should be and I quote, 'a pink one with a floral pattern.' The link to the picture is [http://fuckyeahbetapokemonart.tumblr.com/image/12834082074]. I apologize for the profanity in the name. This is where I found the pic. [[User:Pokedex493|Pokedex493]] ([[User talk:Pokedex493|talk]]) 19:26, 7 June 2013 (UTC)

== Who is that bug pokemon? ==

Hello There. ''WHO'' IS that bug pokemon:
http://images.wikia.com/pokemon/images/9/9e/Unknown_bug_pokemon.png
--[[User:Cool Sam|Cool Sam]] ([[User talk:Cool Sam|talk]]) 16:55, 24 October 2013 (UTC)
:My first reaction is it looks like the old 'scrubbing bubbles' mascot used by Dow cleaning agent. --[[User:GARY-DOS|GARY-DOS]] ([[User talk:GARY-DOS|talk]]) 07:14, 13 February 2014 (UTC)

== Shopkeeper ==

Since the similarity to the sumo character from Quinty/Mendel Palace is noted, wouldn't it also be worth noting alongside that there is an unused sprite which appears in the Gen III games which is presumably[http://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby_and_Sapphire#Unused_overworld_sprite] a redesign of a sprite of the same character? --[[User:GARY-DOS|GARY-DOS]] ([[User talk:GARY-DOS|talk]]) 18:55, 13 February 2014 (UTC)

== Split ==

Unused cries only belong in the development leftover articles. The designs of Pokémon and characters can be mentioned in the Development section of the game articles. [[User:SatoMew2|Sato]][[User talk:SatoMew2|Mew]] 23:44, 3 January 2015 (UTC)

== Kabiin ==

I remember, when I first saw this one in "A Man who Created Pokemon," I was certain that it was a playful reference to Kirby. But now I can't locate my copy of the book, so I don't know if there's a date on these thumbnail sketches that would disprove this theory (ie. if these are sketches from around 1989-1990, the Kirby reference is unlikely). Does anyone have any info to help, maybe have the book on hand to check? [[User:Umeko|梅子]][[User talk:Umeko|❀]][[Special:Contributions/Umeko|✿]] 03:10, 8 March 2015 (UTC)
:I have the book too (the 'cards' cover and not the Pulseman cover). However, I unfortunately cannot find a date. I'm afraid. Here is [http://minus.com/i/XgRc7ydCX1Uh a scan] of the page. Additionally I thought it would be worth noting that on page 293 with the monster coming out of the capsule, the page says "Monster Capsule TM" ポータブルモンスターカプセル PCM-55R $198 00, I don't know if those people who did high resolution scans (from Blue Reflections?) of the concept art showed us that. [[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] ([[User talk:Chickasaurus|talk]]) 15:47, 8 March 2015 (UTC)

== Sources ==

Can we please have where we got the info added next to each of the designs. It's nice that we have all this early artwork, but it would be much better to clarify which is from books, which is from interviews, etc. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 10:09, 21 April 2015 (UTC)

== Should we add Mega Flygon? ==

Apparently they wanted Flygon to have a mega evolution, but they couldn't come up with a good one. [[User:Unowninator|Unowninator]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 19:44, 28 April 2016 (UTC)
:Where's your source on this?--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:37, 29 April 2016 (UTC)
::Well, I heard it on serebii months ago, and then just today, I was at the [[Flygon]] page and saw the same thing in the Trivia. It's also in [[Mega Evolution]]. [[User:Unowninator|Unowninator]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 02:48, 29 April 2016 (UTC)
:::Oh, I see. I guess it could be added.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:01, 29 April 2016 (UTC)
::::I'd do it myself, but I'm not sure how to make it (though I may be able to figure that out. BTW, should it get a new section? Or use one of the current ones? [[User:Unowninator|Unowninator]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 03:57, 29 April 2016 (UTC)

== Interesting Gen II finds ==

Recently I've found some possibly important info, if poorly translated on Gen II unused Pokémon seemingly from the spaceworld demo. Some are just alternate names for know Pokémon, but some like Animon and Ikari(Anchor?) seem to be unused, should we add this? Links:[https://translate.googleusercontent.com/translate_c?depth=1&hl=en&rurl=translate.google.com&sl=auto&u=http://hakuda2.web.fc2.com/ir/poke4/botu6.html&usg=ALkJrhiNG-K5r_b7o4kFtVyQ6i4AbBNj5A 1],[https://translate.google.com/translate?sl=auto&hl=en&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.geocities.jp%2Fpcakatsuki%2Fpokemonlab%2Fpm.html 2] [[User:Shadowsonic5000|Shadowsonic5000]] ([[User talk:Shadowsonic5000|talk]]) 01:05, 21 September 2016 (UTC)

== resemblance ==
I would like to point out a few things that I noticed:
1. The unused final evolution of weedle looks like the gen 1 bug type party sprite.

2. Eggshell torchic reminded me of vullaby.

3. Am I the only one who thinks that the turtle might be torkoal?
--[[User:Wizardfox|Wizardfox]] ([[User talk:Wizardfox|talk]]) 02:50, 14 January 2017 (UTC)

== Obscure Honōguma image — Legitimacy? ==
In [https://twitter.com/Katsu_Nagao/status/388880608748773376 a 2013 tweet], a Twitter user called Katsu Nagao posted an alleged screenshot of Honōguma and a Metapod (but red/orange instead of green) from Next Generation World Hobby Fair on January 1998. Catstorm26 noticed this and posted it about it on Twitter/forums recently. More information ([http://www.serebiiforums.com/showthread.php?105571-Official-GSC-Programming-amp-Beta-Glitch-Thread&p=18343949#post18343949 1], [http://forums.glitchcity.info/index.php?topic=7343.msg204405#msg204405 2]). Katsu Nagao claimed it to be real and it seems rather convincing, but is it convincing enough to add to the page? --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] ([[User talk:Chickasaurus|talk]]) 21:53, 17 February 2017 (UTC)

== Girafarig and Happa sprites ==

https://tcrf.net/images/5/5e/PkmnGS-EarlyBattle2.jpg

This image was taken from [https://youtu.be/-LPNOrsseVk?t=1m46s a 1998 video featuring footage of the Spaceworld 1997 demo of Gold and Silver]. Girafarig's original design is shown in this screenshot, as is Happa's back sprite. Unlike the [https://cdn.bulbagarden.net/upload/b/b9/Alpha_happa.png sketch shown in the article], it looks like Chikorita's design was actually finalized by this point in development; the only difference being that its legs are fully visible in its back sprite in the demo, whereas they are cropped out in the final game. --[[User:CartmanKusanagi|CartmanKusanagi]] ([[User talk:CartmanKusanagi|talk]]) 06:52, 18 September 2017 (UTC)
:The sketch is just a fanart drawn from memory, so it seems only natural that it differs from the real thing. To me, this in-game screencap confirms that Happa was already a fully-realized "Chikorita" at that point, design-wise at least. Therefore, it should be treated as a beta name, rather than an "unreleased design", in my opinion. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] ([[User talk:Maxim|talk]]) 11:45, 18 September 2017 (UTC)
::I've added screenshots for Beta Girafarig and Hoppip, both from the same footage at SpaceWorld 1997. I will remove the section on this page for 'Happa' as clearly Chikorita was a finalised design by this point. It strikes me that both the sketches for Beta Marill and Beta Qwilfish are highly likely to be misremembered fan interpretations, and that both of these designs could well have been finalised by 1997. However the longevity of these sketches probably earns them the right to remain, at least until screenshots surface proving otherwise. ''[[User:Sui|'''Sui''']][[User talk:Sui|'''Scorpio''']]'' 12:04, 28 October 2017 (UTC)
:::Considering that Chikorita/Happa's early artwork still displays demonstrable differences from its final appearance (yellow eyes and neck buds, an indistinct blob-like body with multiple small 'legs'), it's been moved to the 'Minor alterations' section in subsequent revisions. The artwork should also be kept as long as the Kurusu/Honoguma/Marill/Qwilfish artwork is kept, as they all clearly came from the same source. [[User:Jennyjams|Jennyjams]] ([[User talk:Jennyjams|talk]]) 16:07, 17 May 2018 (UTC)
::::Disregard the above, I misunderstood something. The sketches are apparently fan recreations of Pokemon seen in the demo, which means that the Chikorita sketch was likely a recreation/misremembering of the final sprite. [[User:Jennyjams|Jennyjams]] ([[User talk:Jennyjams|talk]]) 16:17, 17 May 2018 (UTC)
::::: I don't know why it's now in Altered Designs, given the design in that screenshot looks almost identical to this one [[Image:Spr b 2g 152.png]]. Maybe this page needs an 'Altered Names' section specifically? ''[[User:Sui|'''Sui''']][[User talk:Sui|'''Scorpio''']]'' 07:50, 21 May 2018 (UTC)
::::::Yes, I agree but I don't think there should be a section called "Altered Names". For now, I've redirected Happa to [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta]] because I think it should be mentioned there as a pre-release name. I haven't actually added it to the page because I'm no expert on this and there appears to be more pre-release names that I'm not aware of (for example, see Nidoking's pre-release name, Maiko, under the "Satoshi Tajiri manga designs" discussion below). --[[User:Wowy|'''Wowy''']][[User talk:Wowy|'''(토크)''']] 08:44, 21 May 2018 (UTC)

== Satoshi Tajiri manga designs ==

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/DdWog9QVMAAWe2e.jpg --'''[[User:Pokelova|Poke]][[User talk:Pokelova|lova]]''' 03:09, 17 May 2018 (UTC)

: It looks like there are even more here, but the Japanese text is really small so it's hard to read.
https://twitter.com/kyle_toom/status/997019544299294720 --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] ([[User talk:Chickasaurus|talk]]) 15:34, 17 May 2018 (UTC)

Here's what the list of names says:
{|
| ２１　ビリリダマ (Voltorb)
|-
| ２２　ベロリンガ (Lickitung)
|-
| ２３　コイル　(Magnemite)
|-
| ２４　カクタス (Cactus)*
|-
| ２５　ユンゲラー (Kadabra)
|-
| ２６　スリーパー (Hypno)
|-
| ２７　マイコー・オス (Maiko♂ (This is Nidoking's beta name [https://tcrf.net/File:PokemonRB-GCCXProtoScreens.png]))
|-
| ２８　ブー (Boo)*
|-
| ２９　バルンダ（Ａ）(Blunder (A))*
|-
| ３０　ストライク(Scyther)
|-
|  
|-
| ３１　ディグダ (Diglett)
|}[[User:Mefredbob|Mefredbob]] ([[User talk:Mefredbob|talk]]) 22:11, 17 May 2018 (UTC)

Worth noting that this page also notes the beta name of Blastoise vs. Staryu (as Karabajio vs. Mimii) that is listed in this image.

Still wonder exactly what Gyaoon is, Japanese commenters seem equally confused. However, Farfetch'd seems to be clearly キクパーン (kikupaan) to them (although I confess I can't read the first kana to save my life, nor pull literally any meaning out of that either). Apologies if I've messed up the formatting.

[[User:Breh|Breh]] ([[User talk:Breh|talk]]) 05:39, 15 June 2018 (UTC)

==Alleged unused Pokémon we only know the name of==
The Japanese Pokémon Wiki has had these listed for quite a long time (source: https://wiki.ポケモン.com/wiki/没ポケモンの一覧 relevant section: "名前のみで未発表になったポケモン"), and I think (though I'm not exactly sure), they may have been talked about in old accounts of the Space World 1997 demo, but given the Mandella effect it may be risky to add them, especially Netamon which is almost a typo of Metamon (Ditto).

These included: Aqua, Eleking, Netamon and allegedly shown in a video during the demo explaining new features of the Pokédex: Aquaria, Animon, Ikari.

[https://tcrf.net/Prerelease:Pok%C3%A9mon_Gold_and_Silver#Pok%C3%A9mon The Cutting Room Floor article]

Also on the subject of unused Pokémon with no images from Generation I, [https://twitter.com/ikiro_pkmn/status/996923420230148096 this tweet] (second image) shows the handwritten names of many Pokémon in the poll, but sometimes we have no way of linking them with an existing Pokémon (or known unused Pokémon) or the handwriting may be hard to read. --[[User:Chickasaurus|Chickasaurus]] ([[User talk:Chickasaurus|talk]]) 21:07, 17 May 2018 (UTC)

== Suggestions ==

-Add the other unused Pokemon from the Satoshi TaJiri manga and use higher quality images for the ones already on the page. This includes: A Pokemon that looks like a bird from Kirby, a Pokemon that looks like a Shy Guy from Mario, a Kanto Pokemon that appears to be similar to Tyranitar, and a Pokemon that is a white ball.

-There is also an early version of Combee in that manga.

-There is a higher quality image of the unused Kanto elliphant Pokemon.

-There is a higher quality image of the unused Pokemon that looks similar to Seel.

-Remove the image of Tirtouga, there is no reason to think why that Pokemon has anything to do with the unused Pokemon it is being compared to.

-Take the unused Pokemon that are referred to as "early versions of Gengar & Nidorino" out of the the altered Pokemon section and put them in the unreleased Pokemon section, there is no reason to assume they are related to Gengar & Nidorino.

-Take out the word "designs", these are unused Pokemon, not unused "Pokemon designs".
--[[User:Horsecooker|Horsecooker]] ([[User talk:Horsecooker|talk]]) 20:31, 28 May 2018 (UTC)

== Space World demo leak ==

https://nintendosoup.com/pokemon-golds-space-world-1997-demo-has-been-leaked/ --'''[[User:Pokelova|Poke]][[User talk:Pokelova|lova]]''' 11:03, 31 May 2018 (UTC)

== Pokémon Gold Design Links ==

So I found out some used designs on plans in said game through this link http://comicbook.com/gaming/2018/05/31/pokemon-gold-demo-rom-leak-new-evolutions/ . Can we add them in on the page with approval of course?--[[User:Jacob9594|Jacob Kogan]] ([[User talk:Jacob9594|talk]]) 15:45, 31 May 2018 (UTC)
:We aren't sure if the leak is legitimate. It could be a hoax to hype up the nostalgia train from the recent pre-RG reveals.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:25, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
::Are you serious? Do you really think someone spent the time and effort to build a ROM that isn't based off of the Gold ROM, created 100 new Pokemon, added new items and removed features like breeding, changed base stats, and then made the game basically unplayable without the debug menu so they could "hype up the nostalgia train"? Are you an idiot?--[[User:Nintenfreak|Nintenfreak]] ([[User talk:Nintenfreak|talk]]) 06:08, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
:::In my opinion, it's too much of a coincidence that it comes a month (weeks?) after the RG stuff. And there are such things as hoaxers putting in the utmost effort to make something appear legitimate.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:11, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
:::Also, it's a demo/prototype, making it unplayable would help make it seem legitimate.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:12, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
::::So, it really shouldn't need saying, but it really deserves it right now: Let's ''not'' get into slinging insults, 'kay?
::::The things you mention are persuasive, Nintenfreak, but at least for a while, we'd like to give it a bit of time to see how things look when people have had more than just a few dozen hours to look at it. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 06:16, 1 June 2018 (UTC)

== Honoguma and Kurusu ==

The images used for Honoguma and Kurusu are not official art- they are fan recreations ([http://www.glitterberri.com/pokemon-gold-silver/spaceworld-97-demo/]). Should they be removed? --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 18:57, 31 May 2018 (UTC)
:The images for early Marill, Girafarig, and Ledyba are fan created as well. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 19:03, 31 May 2018 (UTC)
::As far as Glitterberri is concerned, seems all the images were recreated shortly after the SpaceWorld 1997 event. Given they have font all over them (as does the early Silver fan created art), it seems more than likely they were recreated to display in a gaming magazine at the time. ''[[User:Frozen Fennec|Frozen]] [[User talk:Frozen Fennec|Fennec]]'' 03:11, 2 June 2018 (UTC)
:::Ah, that makes more sense. Thank you. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 23:34, 2 June 2018 (UTC)
::::The fan art was made for someone's personal website, just fyi. https://twitter.com/dmrn28/status/1006084888712208384 [[User:Yoriven|Yoriven]] ([[User talk:Yoriven|talk]]) 11:56, 5 July 2018 (UTC)

== Leaked Pokémon from Spaceworld Demo of Pokémon Gold/Silver. ==

So just recently, the 1997 Spaceworld demo for Pokémon Gold & Silver has just resurfaced on the Internet, and it turns out that there was a BUNCH of Pokémon that have not been used or have been heavily altered in the final release. Considering that there is about a hundred of these unused/altered Pokémon, how should we even list them on here? [[User:SquirtleLover1999|SquirtleLover1999]] ([[User talk:SquirtleLover1999|talk]]) 07:52, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
:We are aware and is being discussed above.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 08:09, 1 June 2018 (UTC)
::I mean, unless it is proven to not be fake it shouldn't be added, right? [[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 19:53, 2 June 2018 (UTC)
:::Exactly.

:::Adding to the discussion, though. This link was posted in the Bulbapedia discord: [https://iimarckus.org/spaceworld/]

:::Obviously it's not a source that would confirm something, but the fact that there was unused data in Gold and Silver that matches the Spaceworld leaked demo ''that was not noticed until after the demo leaked'' is certainly interesting. It's not my call, though, we need to wait for staff to reach a decision regarding the demo until anything is treated as fact. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 23:34, 2 June 2018 (UTC)
::::I, personally, believe this is fake. There are some discrepancies in the demo contents with some info (such as some of Kouichi Hiwasa's account to Glitterberri) as well as some questionable sprites in it. The staff is probably divided too, but I wonder if it is really possible to reach a veredict without an official pronouncement by GF or Nintendo. [[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 00:54, 3 June 2018 (UTC)
:::::Reading through Hiwasa's account, it mostly seems to match up, but I digress; my opinion isn't really important for Bulbapedia's purposes. You do bring up an interesting point with "I wonder if it is really possible to reach a verdict without an official pronouncement by GF or Nintendo". I highly, highly doubt that anyone from GF will ever even acknowledge the fact that this supposed demo version is out there, let alone confirm or refute its authenticity. The closest thing to an acknowledgement from a GF employee I know of is [https://twitter.com/JamesTurner_42/status/1002193807503376384 James Turner saying that it was the first he had heard of the demo]. Staff knows the parameters for confirming something without a reasonable doubt though, and I have confidence that they know how to treat this demo. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 01:14, 3 June 2018 (UTC)
::::::Didn't see the discussion here, and I didn't know it was a... divisive topic to put it simply. And judging by what they are saying here, it's almost impossible to prove unless someone that played the demo 21 years ago says anything or an ex-GF member confirms it. Guess I shouldn't have said anything at the GS beta page. --[[User:Prog rocker|Prog rocker]] ([[User talk:Prog rocker|talk]]) 02:20, 5 June 2018 (UTC)
:::::::I don't thinking trusting the memory from someone who played it 21 years ago is somewhat reliable. The only way to nail it down would be GF or Nintendo confirming it. [[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 03:09, 8 June 2018 (UTC)
:::::::: What about the memory of multiple people who played it 21 years ago? [[User:Yoriven|Yoriven]] ([[User talk:Yoriven|talk]]) 20:04, 15 June 2018 (UTC)

== The Game Review Magazine ==

As a question, I was wondering why the details of the Game Review Magazine are current on the article. While I can understand Tyranitar due to being recycled for the games, [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/features/sugimori_kens_works.html the designs were just created on the fly for a topic in the magazine]. Would it be ok to remove everything except for Tyranitar when the article is unlocked? --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 18:13, 10 June 2018 (UTC)
:Eh, even if they were just made as a what if scenario, they were still drawn. So I think it should stay.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:32, 11 June 2018 (UTC)

== Another discussion about Beta Pokemon Gold ==

I think it's already been mentioned that the leak might have been a hoax. Now that we've "given it a bit of time" and it's been more than "a few dozen hours", can someone add the new leaks to the page? [[User:Sumwun|sumwun]] ([[User talk:Sumwun|talk]]) 20:02, 19 July 2018 (UTC)
:I think that when information is finished on userspace pages, it would be able to be moved to the mainspace. However, different users have different ideas on how this would look— [[User:Celadonkey/Spaceworld|mine]] and [[User:Abcboy/Pokémon Gold and Silver demo/Pokémon|Abcboy's]] are pretty different, for example.

:That being said, though, I think that if we were able to add this kind of stuff to the mainspace, even if it's not fully complete yet, it would be completed quicker, and there would be more discussion on how to format it and such. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 21:11, 19 July 2018 (UTC)
::The main focus should be fleshing out the userpages first. Do '''NOT''' add the leak Pokémon on this article. The staff will discuss how to go about putting the leak info on the mainspace.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:34, 20 July 2018 (UTC)
:::I'm pretty sure that the supposed leak was faked. As such, we probably shouldn't mainspace the information within.[[User:Jdrawer|Jdrawer]] ([[User talk:Jdrawer|talk]]) 03:52, 10 August 2018 (UTC)
::::As far as I've heard there hasn't been any recent developments about it. What makes you think that? I'm not trying to argue, just trying to hear your thoughts. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]] 17:28, 10 August 2018 (UTC)

This analysis seems to solidify the existence of two beta GSC pokemon, particularly Kotora and Raitora.: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lq971cWWzq8&t=82s
--[[User:Flashlight237|Flashlight237]] ([[User talk:Flashlight237|talk]]) 18:03, 29 August 2018 (UTC)
:Any update on the staff discussion? Work on the pages seems to be rather disorganized at the moment- as well as pretty dead. [[User:Yoriven|Yoriven]] ([[User talk:Yoriven|talk]]) 21:59, 31 August 2018 (UTC)
::New comments go at the bottom of the discussion. Have patience, there are other things taking priority at the moment. Users should be focusing on filling out the userpages.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:56, 1 September 2018 (UTC)

== Kabiin, Buhi and Papyo are not from Capumon ==

These three monsters come from a different document and can't be positively dated. Anyways the word "Pokémon" appears on their storyboards along with GameFreak's final logo (which first appeared in Pulseman) at least confirming that they weren't featured in the 1990 pitch. I propose to separate them from the Capumon group.[[User:Qbertpo|Qbertpo]] ([[User talk:Qbertpo|talk]]) 10:51, 24 September 2018 (UTC)

== Add the Four "MissingNo." That were Identified ==

I suggest adding the four MissingNo. that have been identified recently. I know that we must not acknowledge the spaceworld leak. [https://helixchamber.com/2018/08/06/game-center-cx-and-you/ Source.] -[[User:Kingdedede|Kingdedede]]

List of unused Pokémon and character designs

2018-10-18T16:45:19Z

Kingdedede:

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]] This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. Its extremely odd appearance is somewhat similar to {{p|Hitmontop}}; namely, the multiple feet around its midsection. Although this creature has its point located on its bottom, and Hitmontop has its point located on its head. Due to its size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. It also bears some resemblance to {{p|Clefairy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does bear resemblance to {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. Its index number is "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be long 'hair'. Its index number is "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. Its index number is "67".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. Its index number is "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant. Its index number is most likely "61" as it is behind Crocky.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon. Interestingly it's index number was 1 while Rhydon's index number was 0.}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur, identified by its index number, with a blossomed flower on its back.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow, identified by its index number, was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and its final version.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy, identified by its index number, that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ledyba
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Rediba Silver Title Cutscene Concept.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ledyba (Pokémon)}}[[File:165Ledyba.png|130px|right]] 
An early version of Ledyba. Unlike the final design, its abdomen is black rather than cream-colored, it only has four limbs, and it appears to be headless, with its eyes and antennae attached to its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bukū
|type1=Water
|type2=Poison
|img=Alpha bukuu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Qwilfish (Pokémon)}}[[File:211Qwilfish.png|190px|right]] 
Bukū's name is derived from ''fugu'', the Japanese word for blowfish. It is most likely an early version of Qwilfish. Notable differences between Qwilfish and this pre-release version are the colors, and shape of the tail. Notably, the shape of the tail does appear slightly similar to the length of the tail in Qwilfish's [[Generation II]] back sprite. However, this was just an error and no other generation shows Qwilfish's tail that short.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Magazine Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This potential early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was at the time an original design shown alongside two other original designs (as seen above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, and unrelated to the Pokémon franchise.

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo belly, arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female main character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Leaf (game)}}

This art of a female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]].  A similar character appears [[Media:Sugi art book.png|several]] [[Media:Kensugiart3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom). When Red and Green were later {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remade|s}}, players finally got the chance to use a {{ga|Leaf|female player character}} who was possibly based on this character.

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Magazine girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her appearance is similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Cascade Badge]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Magazine boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|PI|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

[[Category:Characters]]

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List of unused Pokémon and character designs

2018-10-18T16:43:50Z

Kingdedede:

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]] This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. Its extremely odd appearance is somewhat similar to {{p|Hitmontop}}; namely, the multiple feet around its midsection. Although this creature has its point located on its bottom, and Hitmontop has its point located on its head. Due to its size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. It also bears some resemblance to {{p|Clefairy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does bear resemblance to {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. Its index number is "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be long 'hair'. Its index number is "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. Its index number is "67".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. Its index number is "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant. Its index number is most likely "61" as it is behind Crocky}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon. Interestingly it's index number was 1 while Rhydon's index number was 0.}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur, identified by its index number, with a blossomed flower on its back.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow, identified by its index number, was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and its final version.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy, identified by its index number, that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ledyba
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Rediba Silver Title Cutscene Concept.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ledyba (Pokémon)}}[[File:165Ledyba.png|130px|right]] 
An early version of Ledyba. Unlike the final design, its abdomen is black rather than cream-colored, it only has four limbs, and it appears to be headless, with its eyes and antennae attached to its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bukū
|type1=Water
|type2=Poison
|img=Alpha bukuu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Qwilfish (Pokémon)}}[[File:211Qwilfish.png|190px|right]] 
Bukū's name is derived from ''fugu'', the Japanese word for blowfish. It is most likely an early version of Qwilfish. Notable differences between Qwilfish and this pre-release version are the colors, and shape of the tail. Notably, the shape of the tail does appear slightly similar to the length of the tail in Qwilfish's [[Generation II]] back sprite. However, this was just an error and no other generation shows Qwilfish's tail that short.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Magazine Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This potential early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was at the time an original design shown alongside two other original designs (as seen above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, and unrelated to the Pokémon franchise.

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo belly, arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female main character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Leaf (game)}}

This art of a female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]].  A similar character appears [[Media:Sugi art book.png|several]] [[Media:Kensugiart3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom). When Red and Green were later {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remade|s}}, players finally got the chance to use a {{ga|Leaf|female player character}} who was possibly based on this character.

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Magazine girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her appearance is similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Cascade Badge]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Magazine boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|PI|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

[[Category:Characters]]

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List of unused Pokémon and character designs

2018-10-18T15:50:08Z

Kingdedede:

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]] This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. Its extremely odd appearance is somewhat similar to {{p|Hitmontop}}; namely, the multiple feet around its midsection. Although this creature has its point located on its bottom, and Hitmontop has its point located on its head. Due to its size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. It also bears some resemblance to {{p|Clefairy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does bear resemblance to {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. It is numbered "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be long 'hair'. It is numbered "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It is numbered "67".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. It is numbered "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon. Interestingly it's number was 1 while Rhydon was 0.}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur, identified by its index number, with a blossomed flower on its back.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow, identified by its index number, was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and its final version.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy, identified by its index number, that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ledyba
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Rediba Silver Title Cutscene Concept.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ledyba (Pokémon)}}[[File:165Ledyba.png|130px|right]] 
An early version of Ledyba. Unlike the final design, its abdomen is black rather than cream-colored, it only has four limbs, and it appears to be headless, with its eyes and antennae attached to its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bukū
|type1=Water
|type2=Poison
|img=Alpha bukuu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Qwilfish (Pokémon)}}[[File:211Qwilfish.png|190px|right]] 
Bukū's name is derived from ''fugu'', the Japanese word for blowfish. It is most likely an early version of Qwilfish. Notable differences between Qwilfish and this pre-release version are the colors, and shape of the tail. Notably, the shape of the tail does appear slightly similar to the length of the tail in Qwilfish's [[Generation II]] back sprite. However, this was just an error and no other generation shows Qwilfish's tail that short.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Magazine Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This potential early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was at the time an original design shown alongside two other original designs (as seen above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, and unrelated to the Pokémon franchise.

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo belly, arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female main character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Leaf (game)}}

This art of a female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]].  A similar character appears [[Media:Sugi art book.png|several]] [[Media:Kensugiart3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom). When Red and Green were later {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remade|s}}, players finally got the chance to use a {{ga|Leaf|female player character}} who was possibly based on this character.

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Magazine girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her appearance is similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Cascade Badge]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Magazine boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|PI|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

[[Category:Characters]]

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List of unused Pokémon and character designs

2018-10-18T15:49:18Z

Kingdedede:

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]] This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. Its extremely odd appearance is somewhat similar to {{p|Hitmontop}}; namely, the multiple feet around its midsection. Although this creature has its point located on its bottom, and Hitmontop has its point located on its head. Due to its size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. It also bears some resemblance to {{p|Clefairy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Magazine turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was an original design created specifically for a magazine, unrelated to the Pokémon franchise. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does bear resemblance to {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. It is numbered "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be long 'hair'. It is numbered "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It is numbered "67".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. It is numbered "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon. Interestingly it's number was 1 while Rhydon was 0}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur, identified by its index number, with a blossomed flower on its back.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow, identified by its index number, was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and its final version.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy, identified by its index number, that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ledyba
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Rediba Silver Title Cutscene Concept.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ledyba (Pokémon)}}[[File:165Ledyba.png|130px|right]] 
An early version of Ledyba. Unlike the final design, its abdomen is black rather than cream-colored, it only has four limbs, and it appears to be headless, with its eyes and antennae attached to its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bukū
|type1=Water
|type2=Poison
|img=Alpha bukuu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Qwilfish (Pokémon)}}[[File:211Qwilfish.png|190px|right]] 
Bukū's name is derived from ''fugu'', the Japanese word for blowfish. It is most likely an early version of Qwilfish. Notable differences between Qwilfish and this pre-release version are the colors, and shape of the tail. Notably, the shape of the tail does appear slightly similar to the length of the tail in Qwilfish's [[Generation II]] back sprite. However, this was just an error and no other generation shows Qwilfish's tail that short.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Magazine Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This potential early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was at the time an original design shown alongside two other original designs (as seen above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, and unrelated to the Pokémon franchise.

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo belly, arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female main character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Leaf (game)}}

This art of a female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]].  A similar character appears [[Media:Sugi art book.png|several]] [[Media:Kensugiart3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom). When Red and Green were later {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remade|s}}, players finally got the chance to use a {{ga|Leaf|female player character}} who was possibly based on this character.

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Magazine girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her appearance is similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Cascade Badge]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Magazine boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. This was a design imagined by Mr. Sugimori specifically for the magazine, created only to accompany the ''Games That Stand Out Collection'' feature. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|PI|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

[[Category:Characters]]

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List of unused Pokémon and character designs

2018-10-15T03:27:37Z

Kingdedede: Identified and fixed some of the names and changed their descriptions

These are Pokémon and characters that were just a few of many different designs that [[Game Freak]] created. Only a few were added, and even those often went through redesigns before making it into the final product.

==Unreleased Pokémon==
===[[Capsule Monsters]] designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Buhi
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Buhi.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #124, the same as {{p|Jynx}}'s. This number is also the [[index number]] of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also resembles a cat.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Papyō
|type1=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Papyo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about this creature other than its number, #211, the same as {{p|Qwilfish}}'s.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Oviparous creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Oviparous Capsule Monster.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:Spr_5b_Egg.png|right]]In the artwork featuring early versions of Red and Rhydon inside a cave, an unidentified creature can be seen. It appears to be hatching from an {{pkmn|Egg}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Godzillante & Gorillaimo
|type1=Fire
|type2=Unknown
|img=Capsule Monsters Godzillante Gorillaimo.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Nothing is known about ''Godzillante''. It is shown to be breathing fire. As its name implies, it may have been based on {{wp|Godzilla}}. Godzillante shares a resemblance to a [http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/manga/pocket_monsters/pm_01/09_fake_pokemon.jpg fake Pokémon toy] shown in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga {{Vol|Pokémon Pocket Monsters|1}} (p. 107). Its placeholder number is #23 as shown in [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ the storyboard] where it comes from.

Nothing is known about ''Gorillaimo''. Its hat could be a reference to the character {{wb|Ninten}} from the {{wb|Ape Inc.}} game, {{wb|Mother (video game)|Mother}}. It also resembles the [[Nintendo]] character {{dk|Donkey Kong}}. Gorillaimo could also be based on King Kong. Later generations have introduced many ape-based Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragon4
|type1=Dragon
|img=Capsule Monsters Dragon4.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:006Charizard.png|150px|right]]This creature's number is [https://helixchamber.com/media/capsule-monsters/capsulemonsters_03/capsule-monsters-battle-screens/ #124] (Coincidentally the same as Buhi) It knows a move called "Fire Breath" that requires 70 TP. It has short arms, a long tail, two horns on the back of its head, and draconic wings, much like {{p|Charizard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kabiin
|type1=Unknown
|img=Kabiin.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=[[File:143Snorlax.png|150px|right]]Not much is known about this creature. It has a roughly humanoid head, but with a round body shape. Its name, ''Kabiin,'' is similar to ''Kabigon'', {{p|Snorlax}}'s Japanese name. It also has similarly sleepy eyes and it somewhat resembles a simplified caricature of [[Kōji Nishino]].}}

===Pokémon designs===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kurusu
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha kurusu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=The only known information about this creature is its name and image. In the playable alpha demo of Gold and Silver, its National Pokédex number was 212 and knew the moves {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Tackle}}. Despite its Pokédex numbering, it was the {{type|Water}} starter in said demo. Since it resembles a seal, some fans believe it may have inspired {{p|Spheal}}'s design, but they are no more similar than either of them is to {{p|Seel}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Honōguma
|type1=Fire
|img=Alpha honouguma.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Like Kurusu above, its name and image are all that is known about it. Its name is a combination of 炎 ''honō'' (flame) and 熊 ''kuma'' (bear). In the alpha, it was the {{type|Fire}} starter and knew the moves {{m|Ember}}, {{m|Scratch}}, and {{m|Leer}}. Given its name refers to it as a bear, some fans believe it could have been an early version of the {{p|Teddiursa}} evolution family.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed creature
|type1=Unknown
|img=Alpha top.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:237Hitmontop.png|150px|right]]This creature was created specifically for a magazine and was not meant to be part of the final game. Its extremely odd appearance is somewhat similar to {{p|Hitmontop}}; namely, the multiple feet around its midsection. Although this creature has its point located on its bottom, and Hitmontop has its point located on its head. Due to its size, it would seem unlikely that it was originally part of the {{p|Tyrogue}} evolution line. It also bears some resemblance to {{p|Clefairy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed turtle
|type1=Unknown
|img=Alpha turtle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=[[File:564Tirtouga.png|200px|right]]This creature was created specifically for a magazine and was not meant to be part of the final game. Nothing is known about this turtle Pokémon. It does not resemble any Pokémon from [[Generation II]], but does look most like {{p|Tirtouga}} from [[Generation V]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed sheep
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:179Mareep.png|200px|right]]{{Bulbanews|Unused Pokémon design revealed in magazine interview}}Nothing is known about this Pokémon, nor is there any artwork of it known to exist. [[Junichi Masuda]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] revealed in an interview with @Gamer magazine that there was a rejected Pokémon design based on the first cloned sheep, {{wp|Dolly (sheep)|Dolly}}. They removed it after deeming it "too controversial" for Pokémon. Since Dolly was born almost eight months after the Japanese release of Pokémon Red and Green, it is likely that this Pokémon would have been intended for [[Generation II]]. Some fans believe that instead of being abandoned entirely, the rejected design was reworked into {{p|Mareep}} or {{p|Flaaffy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unnamed rabbit
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=A Pokémon based upon a rabbit with a flower on its nose was designed by [[Hironobu Yoshida]], but was scrapped due to it not making sense in its environment. It was revealed in [http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2013/09/interview_junichi_masuda_and_hironobu_yoshida_discuss_pokemon_x_and_y_mega_evolutions_and_the_2ds?page=2 an interview with Nintendo Life].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Mega Flygon
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc= Flygon has had the potential to have a Mega Evolution since XY, but Game Freak was unable to complete a design and so it was dropped from consideration. It was revealed in an interview conducted by the magazine Nintendo Dream. [http://www.pokebeach.com/2015/04/mega-flygon-excluded-from-xyoras-because-of-artists-block An English translation was provided by PokéBeach].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gorochu
|type1=Unknown
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc='''Gorochu''' (Japanese: '''ゴロチュウ''' ''Gorochū'') was originally intended to be {{p|Raichu}}'s evolution. Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, and Pokémon designer Ken Sugimori revealed the lost evolution in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. The design was to include fangs and a pair of horns. Sugimori cited game balance issues, which led to the design being omitted from the games.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Deer
|type1=Unknown
|img=deer2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a deer. It is numbered "56".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Crocky
|type1=Unknown
|img=Crocky.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a crocodile with large eyes and what appears to be long 'hair'. It is numbered "62".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Cactus
|type1=Unknown
|img=Cactus.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon", inspired by cacti. It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It is numbered "67".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Jaggu
|type1=Unknown
|img=Jaggu.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was shown on a page discussing a poll in which the staff of the game would vote for their favorite Pokémon before including some of them in the final games. It appears to be based on a shark, in particular those with a pointed head. It is numbered "68".}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Unknown
|type1=Unknown
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 2.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=An unused Generation I Pokémon design, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the contest, shown in the manga on a board. Not much is known about this Pokémon. It appears to be based on an elephant.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gyaōn
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This unused Generation I Pokémon was revealed in a tweet featuring even higher-quality versions of the sprites revealed in the manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon." It looks like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Nothing else is known about this Pokémon.}}

==Altered Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Gengar & Nidorino
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ghost
|img=Capsule Monsters Cover.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Gengar (Pokémon)}}[[File:094Gengar.png|100px|right]][[File:033Nidorino.png|100px|right]] {{main|Nidorino (Pokémon)}} 
An early version of Gengar and a creature with traits of Nidorino, {{p|Gyarados}}, and {{p|Feraligatr}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ivysaur
|type1=Grass
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early design shows Ivysaur with a blossomed flower on its back, and based on the number above it which turns out to be the index number, that it is in fact Ivysaur.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Spearow
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc=This early version of Spearow was revealed on a sprite sheet for Pokémon Red and Green. Its design is different, with traits similar to both Farfetch'd and Its Final Version. It was Also Identified As Spearow due to the number above it being its index number along with other Pokémon around it having their index numbers match.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kokana
|type1=Bug
|img=Kokana.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc={{main|Weedle (Pokémon)}}[[File:013Weedle.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Weedle. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi
|type1=Bug
|img=Kasanagi.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kokana. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. It was replaced by {{p|Kakuna}}, although they share few similarities.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Kasanagi evolution
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Kasanagi evolution.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=The evolution of Kasanagi. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997, labelled "undecided". Like its pre-evolution, it was replaced by {{p|Beedrill}}, but it somewhat resembles {{p|Ledian}} and a cockroach.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Clefairy
|type1=Unknown
|epnum=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokemon Red and Green beta
|desc=An early design for Clefairy that was shown on a sprite sheet for Pokemon Red and Green. Its round body is similar to its final design, although there are many differences, such as its horns and extremely enlarged eyes. It has been Identified as Clefairy since the number above it matches its index number along with the other Pokémon around it matching their index number .}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Poliwag
|type1=Water
|img=Prototype Poliwag.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwag (Pokémon)}}[[File:060Poliwag.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwag. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Nyosuka
|type1=Water
|img=Nyosuka.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Poliwhirl (Pokémon)}}[[File:061Poliwhirl.png|100px|right]] {{main|Poliwrath (Pokémon)}}[[File:062Poliwrath.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Poliwrath. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997. Notably it is wearing a crown, similar to the [[King's Rock]] necessary to evolve Poliwhirl into {{p|Politoed}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Seel
|type1=Water
|img=Man Who Created Pokémon manga unidentified 1.png
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon (manga)
|desc=[[File:086Seel.png|100px|right]] A very early design for Seel, revealed in the 2018 educational manga "Satoshi Tajiri: The Man Who Created Pokémon". It was again part of the Popularity Poll entry sheets shown in the manga on a board. Although it does not resemble its final design, its name in Japanese, ''Pauwau'' ('''パウワウ''''), is identical.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Rokku
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Rokku Poké Ball.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Game Freak interview
|desc=[[File:112Rhydon.png|100px|right]]Not much is known about this Pokémon, except that its name roughly means "rock." It was shown being released from a [[Poké Ball|Monster Capsule]]. It seems to have features of a {{p|Rhydon}}, shrunken down to fit into the ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|img=Prototype Dragonair.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green Beta
|desc={{main|Dragonair (Pokémon)}}[[File:148Dragonair.png|100px|right]] 
An early version of Dragonair. This was one of several Pokémon sprites shown on Game Freak's official Japanese website circa 1997.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ledyba
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|img=Rediba Silver Title Cutscene Concept.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ledyba (Pokémon)}}[[File:165Ledyba.png|130px|right]] 
An early version of Ledyba. Unlike the final design, its abdomen is black rather than cream-colored, it only has four limbs, and it appears to be headless, with its eyes and antennae attached to its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Marill
|type1=Water
|img=Alpha mariru.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Marill (Pokémon)}}[[File:183Marill.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Marill. While they are recognizably similar, they are visually quite different. The pink/purple color is the main difference as well as the notably missing large ears. It also sports a thinner body, more resembling a rodent, but does not sport Marill's erratic tail pattern.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Beta Hoppip.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Hoppip (Pokémon)}}[[File:187Hoppip.png|200px|right]] 
An early version of Hoppip from 1997. Notably with a darker body, no arms or legs, and with a more sinister mouth and eyes. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 187.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Girafarig
|type1=Normal
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Girafarig (Pokémon)}}[[File:203Girafarig.png|130px|right]] 
This early sprite of Girafarig from 1997 shows the original design featured two full-sized giraffe heads. It is unknown why the design was changed, but overall it remains mostly similar outside of some coloring differences. This design might be a reference to Girafarig's name being a {{wp|palindrome}}. It also bears a resemblance to a {{wp|List of Doctor Dolittle characters#The Pushmi-pullyu|pushmi-pullyu}}. The final design, released a couple of years later in 1999, can be seen below. [[File:Spr 2g 203.png|left]]}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bukū
|type1=Water
|type2=Poison
|img=Alpha bukuu.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Qwilfish (Pokémon)}}[[File:211Qwilfish.png|190px|right]] 
Bukū's name is derived from ''fugu'', the Japanese word for blowfish. It is most likely an early version of Qwilfish. Notable differences between Qwilfish and this pre-release version are the colors, and shape of the tail. Notably, the shape of the tail does appear slightly similar to the length of the tail in Qwilfish's [[Generation II]] back sprite. However, this was just an error and no other generation shows Qwilfish's tail that short.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Raikou / Suicune
|type1=Electric
|type2=Water
|img=Muneo Saito legendary beast.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Raikou (Pokémon)}}[[File:243Raikou.png|70px|right]][[File:245Suicune.png|70px|right]] {{main|Suicune (Pokémon)}} 
This artwork resembles {{p|Raikou}} and {{p|Suicune}}. It was illustrated by [[Muneo Saitō]], who was also the designer of the [[legendary beasts]], including {{p|Entei}}.}}
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Torchic
|type1=Fire
|img=Torchic Beta2.jpg
|img2=Torchic Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Torchic (Pokémon)}}[[File:255Torchic RS.png|100px|right]] This early version of Torchic shows its lower body covered by an eggshell, with the fluff going all around its neck and wing-shaped ears. The other early design is nearly identical to the current Torchic, aside from the large floppy ears, and a flame-shaped marking on the back of its head, rather than the final design's flame-shaped feathers on top of its head.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blaziken / Latias
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Blaziken (Pokémon)}}[[File:257Blaziken.png|70px|right]][[File:380Latias.png|70px|right]] {{main|Latias (Pokémon)}} 
Sometimes referred to as Latiaziken or Latiken by fans, this early image from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire depicts a creature with traits of both {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Blaziken}}. In appearance, it more closely resembles Blaziken, but some features are more similar to Latias, such as its size. Some features resemble neither Pokémon, such as the hands.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shellos & Gastrodon
|type1=water
|type2=ground
|img=Spr b 4d 422b.png
|img2=Spr b 4d 423b.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Shellos (Pokémon)}}[[File:422Shellos-East.png|75px|right]][[File:422Shellos-West.png|75px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-East.png|105px|right]][[File:423Gastrodon-West.png|105px|right]] {{main|Gastrodon (Pokémon)}} 
Prototype back sprites of Shellos and Gastrodon show another form for each. These forms are possibly leftovers from when Shellos and Gastrodon were planned to be in Generation III. Shellos's sprite is pink, like its West Sea variation, and seems to combine the western variation's head with the eastern variation's body. Gastrodon's sprite is brown and looks like its Western variation, but with more rock-like protrusions on its body.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick= Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon
|type1=dark
|type2=dragon
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc= [[File:635Hydreigon.png|100px|right]] Hydreigon's evolutionary line was originally meant to be army/military-styled Dragon designs.

Ken Sugimori: "Deino, Zweilous, Hydreigon. At first, these incorporated an army tank motif, and the marks that look like a conveyor belt on the upper part of Zweilous's legs are the remnants of that. Initially, they didn't work as designs and were basically 'put to sleep', however, a three-stage powerful Dragon-type family was ordered and they were resurrected."}}

===Minor alterations===
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Blastoise and Staryu
|type1=Water
|img=Early Blastoise and Staryu sketch.jpg
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Blastoise (Pokémon)}}[[File:009Blastoise.png|70px|right]][[File:120Staryu.png|70px|right]] {{main|Staryu (Pokémon)}} 
In this early depiction of a {{pkmn|battle}}, {{p|Blastoise}} is shown without its signature water cannons. Originally, this picture was captioned "Karabajio VS. Mimii", which are not the names of any known Pokémon. Karabajio may be a reference to the Italian painter {{wp|Caravaggio}}, which in turn may reference how the {{wp|Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles}} are named after Italian artists. It also may include "carapace".
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|pkmn=Kakuna
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Spr 1b 014.png
|img2=Bandai Kakuna card.jpg
|img2_size=120px
|epnum=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|epname=Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards
|desc={{main|Kakuna (Pokémon)}} [[File:014Kakuna.png|right|200px]] The "arms" on Kakuna seen in its Red and Blue sprite are commonly mistaken to be a sprite error, as they are rarely shown in any other media. They have, so far, only been shown on its Red and Blue sprite and one of the [[Pocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards]]. In most depictions since, Kakuna's arms are always tucked up against its belly, apparently unable to move.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Pikachu
|type1=Electric
|img=
|epnum=Game Freak
|epname=Game Freak Interview
|desc=Pikachu's original illustrator, Atsuko Nishida, revealed the Pokémon's initial prototype resembled a daifuku (a round dessert) with ears in an interview with Japanese newspaper Yomiuri on May 2, 2018, and [http://www.siliconera.com/2018/05/03/pikachu-originally-second-evolution-called-gorochu-large-fangs-two-horns/ Siliconera translated the article into English on May 3]. Its design basis changed to a squirrel to make it overly cuter, although the ear black tips are remnants of the initial concept.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Lapras
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Early Lapras sketch.png
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc={{main|Lapras (Pokémon)}}[[File:131Lapras.png|150px|right]] 
This early version of Lapras is recognizably similar, but visually quite different. Lapras's curly ears are not present, and the underbelly coloration ends under the lower jaw instead of including it. There are also no visible appendages or tail, but that may be due to the water. However, it bears a striking resemblance to its [[Lapras (Pokémon)#Sprites|Generation I back sprite]]. Also in the sketch is an early design of {{ga|Red}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Chikorita
|type1=Grass
|img=Alpha kirinriki.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Chikorita (Pokémon)}}[[File:152Chikorita.png|190px|right]] A demo released in 1998 showed that Chikorita's [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|pre-release name]] was Happa (Japanese: '''ハッパ'''). Happa was previously mistakenly thought to be a prototype of Chikorita.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Ampharos
|type1=Electric
|img=Official Pokemon Fanbook 1997 Ampharos Sprite.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Ampharos (Pokémon)}}[[File:181Ampharos.png|200px|right]] An early sprite of Ampharos shows a lack of coloring. Its tail and head lack the signature red coloring to them and its belly is the same color as the rest of its fur instead of white. Ampharos is shown with a shorter neck and it only has two rings around its neck instead of three.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Bellossom
|type1=Grass
|img=182Bellossom GS.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Bellossom (Pokémon)}}[[File:182Bellossom.png|190px|right]] 
Both early artwork of Bellossom and its Gold and Silver artwork show that it was originally to be a similar color to its other evolutionary relatives. This might have been changed to avoid another [[Pokémon controversy#Racism|racial controversy]], as the original Bellossom design appears similar to traditional {{wp|Polynesia}}n dress.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Alpha Tyranitar.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc={{main|Tyranitar (Pokémon)}}[[File:248Tyranitar.png|230px|right]] 
This early version of Tyranitar is nearly identical to the design seen in the finalized Gold and Silver versions. It was shown alongside two unnamed Pokémon (seen in the section above) on the cover of a Japanese gaming magazine, thus it was not planned to be in the final game, although its design was eventually used unlike the other two.

It has very few differences compared to the final version. Of these differences, the early Tyranitar design is more heavy-set, has a tan, rather than indigo, belly, has arms more reminiscent of Nidoking, and dozens of short spikes upon its back rather than a few long ones. It seems peculiar that Tyranitar was nearly completed at the time, but the other two featured Pokémon were never seen in their original designs.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Treecko
|type1=Grass
|img=Treecko concept art.png
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Treecko (Pokémon)}}[[File:252Treecko RS.png|150px|right]] 
Concept art of Treecko shows numerous designs for the creature before the final one was decided. Many of these early sketches more closely resemble real geckos than the final product, which would later gain a more elongated head shape and a rounder nose.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Groudon
|type1=Ground
|img=Groudon Beta.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc={{main|Groudon (Pokémon)}}[[File:383Groudon.png|230px|right]] 
In its early design, its eyes were shaped differently, the positioning of the spikes on its body was slightly different, its overall shapes are much less sharp, its head details became much more elongated in the final version, and the weather trio's signature body patterns are not present.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Excadrill
|type1=Ground
|type2=Steel
|img=BW Prerelease double battle.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Excadrill (Pokémon)}}[[File:530Excadrill.png|200px|right]] 
In Excadrill's first appearance in a promotional video, its body was violet and its markings were mirrored and a different shade of red. However, it was changed to its current appearance in the next video it appeared in.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Throh and Sawk
|type1=Fighting
|img=
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Throh (Pokémon)}}[[File:538Throh.png|100px|right]] {{main|Sawk (Pokémon)}}[[File:539Sawk.png|100px|right]] 
According to interviews with [[Ken Sugimori]] in ''Nintendo Dream'', during development, Sawk and Throh both had horns to look more like ''{{wp|oni}}''. However, these were replaced with eyebrows so as not to clash with {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}}, who were originally designed to be red and blue, like Throh and Sawk.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Sawsbuck
|type1=Unknown
|img=Sawsbuck sketch.jpeg
|epnum=Pokemon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokemon Black and White beta
|desc=An early version of Sawsbuck. This was shown at a convention featuring pictures and concept art from Pokemon Black and White. In an interview, it was said that Sawsbuck was created before the idea of seasons.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Stunfisk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Electric
|epnum=Pokémon Black and White beta
|epname=Pokémon Black and White beta
|desc={{main|Stunfisk (Pokémon)}}[[File:618Stunfisk.png|200px|right]] 
Stunfisk was originally designed with an {{wp|anglerfish}} in mind, but became more like a {{wp|flounder}}. It was also a {{2t|Water|Electric}} type, but was changed to {{t|Ground}}/Electric to balance out the type spread of Pokémon.}}

==Unreleased characters==

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Shopkeeper
|type1=Red
|type2=Green
|img=Mart Sketch.jpg
|img2=
|epnum=Capsule Monsters
|epname=Capsule Monsters
|desc=Early [[Capsule Monsters]] artwork was shown in the book ''Satoshi Tajiri: A Man Who Created Pokémon'', revealing an unnamed male character running a shop, or what would possibly become an early version of the [[Poké Mart]]. The character is almost bald, has long eyebrows and appears to be overweight. He is presented in a similar art style to the sumo enemies from [[Game Freak]]'s debut title, Quinty (localized as {{wp|Mendel Palace}}).

Revamped and enlarged versions of Mendel Palace's sumo sprites [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Ruby#Unused_Overworld_sprite also appear] in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as overworld sprites which are believed to be unused.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female main character
|type1=LeafGreen
|type2=Black
|img=RGB guidebook.jpg
|img2=Early Leaf.png
|epnum=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|epname=Pokémon Red and Green beta
|desc=[[File:Red, Green and Blue Adventures.png|right|200px]]
{{main|Leaf (game)}}

This art of a female character (with {{p|Squirtle}}) was featured on the cover artwork for the official strategy guide for {{2v2|Red|Green|}}, as published by [[Shogakukan]].  A similar character appears [[Media:Sugi art book.png|several]] [[Media:Kensugiart3.png|times]] in manga-styled instructions illustrated by Emiko Yoshino included in Pokémon papercraft sets (bottom). When Red and Green were later {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|remade|s}}, players finally got the chance to use a {{ga|Leaf|female player character}} who was possibly based on this character.

In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, a similar artwork appeared at the end of {{PAV|3}} (right). The design of the character {{adv|Green}} seems to have drawn inspiration from this unknown female character. After the release of {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, Green donned the same outfit as the female player character in the {{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen|fifth chapter}} of the manga.
}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Trainer
|type1=Ground
|type2=Water
|img=Alpha girltrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=This unnamed female {{pkmn|Trainer}} art was revealed in [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|a magazine]] prior to Generation II but never officially released. It is unclear who this Trainer was supposed to represent, be it a main character, a supporting character, or just an NPC. Visually, she has similarities to multiple Trainer classes. Her age and appearance make her appear similar to a {{tc|Beauty}} or {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cool Trainer}}, but her outfit is similar to a {{tc|Lass}} or {{tc|Picnicker}}. There is an object on her shirt that looks like what could have been a Gym Badge. This Badge has a rain drop on it, meaning she could have been a Water-type Gym Leader.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Male Trainer
|type1=Poison
|img=Alpha boytrainer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|epname=Pokémon Gold and Silver beta
|desc=Hiding in the background of the [[Media:MicroGroup Game Review Volume 14.jpg|same magazine]] as the female Trainer above was a male Trainer that was never used. As with the female Trainer, it is unclear If he was designed as a main character, or supporting character, or was simply representing a Trainer class. He has hints of multiple classes, such as a {{tc|Tamer}}, {{tc|Psychic}}, {{tc|Juggler}}, {{tc|Burglar}}, {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}, {{tc|PI|Gambler}} and a male Rocket {{tc|Executive}}. There is an object on his bandanna that looks like what could have been a [[Badge|Gym Badge]]. This Badge has a red diamond on it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Female Latiken Trainer
|type1=Fire
|type2=Dragon
|img=Latias Blaziken.jpg
|epnum=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|epname=Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire beta
|desc=[[File:Latias_Latios.png|240px|right]]There is an unused Trainer seen riding Latiken in early concept art. It is difficult to tell whether she was intended to be a playable character, rival, or supporting character. This character has a strong resemblance to an unnamed character shown riding Latios in official artwork.}}

{{-}}

==See also==
* [[Beta Pokémon games]]
* [[Disputed Pokémon]]

[[Category:Characters]]

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