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Nutter Butter: /* The Froslass that gifts you the Dawn Stone in Z-A */

Does anyone have an idea what Yukinemoko's supposed to be or what the ''menoko'' part of her name comes from?--[[User:Pokencyclopedia|Pokencyclopedia]] 00:45, 6 October 2006 (UTC)

== Shedinja ==

Why do we need a disclaimer? What I said was true. Nincada doesn't evolve into Shedinja, at all. Shedinja is basically the dead skin that falls off of Nincada after evolving into Ninjask. ''"...if Shedinja's appearance in the party counts as an evolution"'' It doesn't! There is no "if". The Nincada you had is now a Ninjask! With Snorunt it actually morphs into Froslass. Nincada goes from Bug/Ground to Bug/Flying, not Bug/Ghost so therfore it did not turn into a Ghost-type. Shedinja is a completely different Pokémon.

If you want to mention Shedinja fine but state it differently than the way you did. ''"Froslass and Shedinja are the only two Ghost-types that evolve from a Pokémon that wasn't a Ghost-type"'' is an untrue statement. For the record, my friend who is visiting me right now also agrees with me. --[[Special:Contributions/Kenji-girl|☆]][[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 03:09, 27 June 2008 (UTC)
:Remember the TCG, it considers Shedinja an evolution playable on top of Nincada, but allows it to be played as basic when Nincada evolves into Ninjask. While true, Shedinja doesn't evolve from Nincada directly, it can be bred to create one with Ditto. And it's either we consider it an evolution or it's some separate piece of crap like Phione. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 03:13, 27 June 2008 (UTC)
::While the Nincada doesn't TURN INTO Shedinja, the Shedinja was part of Nincada the whole time. When Nincada evolves, the Shedinja has to separate from Nincada, forever, at least in the wild, or if it's owned by a trainer that doesn't want it, but Shedinja, having a Pokemon's DNA and thus, having that Poke-energy thing that I guess allows them to go into Pokeballs and stuff, can be used in battle. See, Shedinja's not this dead by-product of Ninjask. (Well, it is, sorta, but that's not the point.) Since Shedinja gets Nincada's movepool, it could be said that Nincada splits into two different Pokemon. It's just that Ninjask gets the brain and the heart and stuff. [[User:TorchicBlaziken|TorchicBlaziken]] 15:32, 1 September 2008 (UTC)
:::Shedinja is nincada's shedded shell.--[[User:David aipom|Davidaipom]] 15:43, 1 September 2008 (UTC)

== What move? ==

What move is [[a:Image:Frosslass anime.png|this]]? *[[User:Tc26|tc]][[User talk:Tc26|26]]* 11:42, 27 February 2009 (UTC)

Wake-up Slap perhaps. Maybe Return/Frustration. Did its trainer order it to attack?

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== Trivia section ==

"In Platinum, its Pokédex entry states its breath is -58 degrees, as opposed to the -60 degrees stated in its Diamond and Pearl entries." I am removing this bit of useless trivia, as if you read the actual Pokedex descriptions you'll see that it actually says "It freezes foes with an icy breath nearly -60 degrees F", not "It freezes foes with an icy breath -60 degrees F", which is a very large difference maker. Its Platinum description is entirely correct by saying -58F as it is simply giving a more specific number to a previous entry. [[User:Crenel|Crenel]] 01:09, 29 March 2009 (UTC)

== Ability? ==

It says it can only have Snow Cloak, but I was screwed over by Candice's Froslass with Levitate(tried to use Lucario). Is this a hack or is it wrong on the page?- ''unsigned comment from {{u|SilverMetelthatisGold}} ([[User talk:SilverMetelthatisGold|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/SilverMetelthatisGold|contribs]]) ''
::I checked both Serebii and Marriland's Pokédex and they both say the only ability that a Froslass can have is Snow Cloak. -[[User:MasterKenobi|MasterKenobi]] 02:41, 4 June 2009 (UTC)
:You sure it wasn't hailing? Snow Cloak can make Earthquake miss. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 04:11, 4 June 2009 (UTC)
::I just checked. I managed to hit Candice's Froslass with Earthquake. It has to say "Froslass makes Ground attacks with Levitate!". If it doesn't hit and doesn't say that, then you just missed. --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 07:54, 4 June 2009 (UTC)

It did say Earthquake missed with Levitate, cause I canceled out the Hail with T-Tar's Sand Stream. Maybe a glitch?- ''unsigned comment from {{u|SilverMetelthatisGold}} ([[User talk:SilverMetelthatisGold|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/SilverMetelthatisGold|contribs]]) ''

== Edit request ==

Switch that awful low-res pixel garbage in the infobox with [[:a:File:Reg-Froslass.png]]. Thx. '''UltimateSephiroth''' ([[User:UltimateSephiroth|about me]] · [[User talk:UltimateSephiroth|chat]] · [[Special:Contributions/UltimateSephiroth|edits]]) 09:23, 12 November 2009 (UTC)
:Guys, files should be at ###NAME.png. 478Frosslass.png. Make sure to follow these rules, especially come Gen V when we get new Pokémon (NAME.png should be only as a temporary). '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 10:18, 12 November 2009 (UTC)

== HG/SS Dex Entry ==

Its HG/SS dex entry is wrong in this article; in the games themselves, the period at the end is actually missing. It's probably a typo, but the entry on this page is still incorrect. I would change it myself, but I don't want to be accused of vandalism or whatever. Also, is this notable enough to go in the Trivia?--[[User:Celebi96|Celebi96]] 14:11, 29 May 2010 (UTC)
:Uh, so I just went to change it since no one objected, but then I checked Serebii just to be sure. On Froslass's page on Serebii, there is a period on the end of its HeartGold dex entry, but not on the end of its SoulSilver dex entry. This is consistent with my earlier observation, since I have SoulSilver. Should it be listed as having two separate dex entries for HG/SS, then? Also, it this notable trivia-wise now?--[[User:Celebi96|Celebi96]] 22:55, 22 August 2010 (UTC)
::Well, I just added a tooltip noting that the period is missing in SoulSilver. If the Pokédex entries are otherwise the same, I think that's the best way to indicate the difference between the two, rather than adding a whole new section that only has the one (very minor) difference. --[[User:Phantomjunkie|Phantom]]♫[[User talk:Phantomjunkie|Junkie]] 23:16, 22 August 2010 (UTC)

== Froslass and her young ==

Does anyone know the source for caring for her young part in the Behavior section? [[User:Toymoo|Toymoo]] ([[User talk:Toymoo|talk]]) 22:17, 19 August 2013 (UTC)

== Trivia Addition ==

I realized that if Froslass had the ability levitate, it would be immune to all four OHKO moves.Should that be included? {{unsigned|Geekl0rd}}
:It doesn't have levitate, so that doesn't really matter. --[[User:Celadonkey|Celad]][[User_talk:Celadonkey|onkey]] 14:50, 16 March 2017 (UTC)

== GTS in the Trivia ==
This one specifically:
''"Due to the censor that prevents Pokémon with offensive nicknames being traded on the GTS, an English language Froslass cannot be traded on the GTS without a nickname in Pokémon Black and White."''

The [[Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection]] service was shut down in 2014, thus Online support has ceased for Gen 4 and 5 games. Should this be changed to past tense? [[User:LordHeinz|LordHeinz]] ([[User talk:LordHeinz|talk]]) 22:13, 13 October 2017 (UTC)
:Done. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 23:28, 13 October 2017 (UTC)

== The Froslass that gifts you the Dawn Stone in Z-A ==

The game ''heavily'' implies that the Rogue Mega Evolved Froslass... is that very same Froslass who later guides you to a Dawn Stone. Rogue Mega Evolution is implied to be very taxing to those who it affects- Froslass is all but stated to ''die'' after she guides you to the Dawn Stone. Dawn Stones are used to evolve a female Snorunt into Froslass, and it just so happens to be at the spot where she was fought. The Froslass in question is stated after you acquire the stone to have "disappeared in a flash of light" which in just about every culture implies a passing to the afterlife, which makes this final act of charity particularly poignant, as she is too weak to join you but has enough strength to guide the player to a Dawn Stone to acquire their own Froslass. Though the Mega Dimension DLC backs off from the unfortunate implications of this (You can catch every subject of Rogue Mega Evolution encountered there in contrast to the base game, where only Absol and Mawile, the latter through implication due to the spot where it's found and available to be caught, are explicitly shown to have survived the process), they certainly haven't brought back Froslass- Where would be the best place to note on this page that this particular Froslass is one of the more clear examples of death in the Pokemon world? [[User:Corrosive Cricket|Corrosive Cricket]] ([[User talk:Corrosive Cricket|talk]]) 22:25, 15 March 2026 (UTC)

:If the implication was really that Froslass died then we should add it to [[death in the Pokémon world]]. I'm not convinced that Froslass actually died though. These are Pokémon we're talking about, which are capable of all sorts of supernatural acts - "disappeared in a flash of light" could mean "used Flash to blind you and then left". [[User:Storm Aurora|'''Storm Aurora''']] ([[User talk:Storm Aurora|talk]]) 15:08, 16 March 2026 (UTC)
::Per Storm. I think the implication of "disappearing = death" is the keystone here and everything else seems like flowery ex post facto justification from there. "Disappear" is a word commonly used for Pokémon exiting a scene, and rarely if ever does it imply death in the process. In fact, it wouldn't even be the first time that a Froslass in particular is mentioned to mysteriously disappear from a human's sight, as there's a request in Legends: Arceus that deals with the exact same subject (and that particular Froslass is definitely implied ''not'' to have died). [[User:Driftin Soul|Driftin Soul]] ([[User talk:Driftin Soul|talk]]) 16:25, 16 March 2026 (UTC)
:::Like I already noted to Storm Aurora, you should probably remember that the game text also contains the line directly after her disappearance that the player character "can't feel their presence anymore." Given how Nintendo tends to be vague about death and the implications around it (For example, [https://www.zeldadungeon.net/pokemon-directors-finally-answer-the-eternal-questions/ Matsuda was very dodgy around Pokemon being consumed for their meat] and most entries these days imply ethical harvesting, like [[Fillet Away (move)|Veluza's flesh]]) it's actually refreshing here that they've cut out a lot of the ambiguity. Again- as noted to Storm Aurora, the name of the side mission is '''Froslass's Unfinished Business''' which, conbined with the follow-up message that the player character can't feel Froslass's presence after the disappearance, makes it pretty clear that Froslass has "passed on."

:::The Froslass you're talking about in Arceus obviously didn't become a Rogue Mega and I don't remember the circumstances around that mission, could you elaborate? [[User:Corrosive Cricket|Corrosive Cricket]] ([[User talk:Corrosive Cricket|talk]]) 20:38, 19 March 2026 (UTC)
::Ignoring the meme about Flash (A move not even in Z-A or any game past gen 8, minus the DP remakes), you should probably remember that the game text also contains the line directly after her disappearance that the player character "can't feel their presence anymore." I've already noted that Mega Dimension explicitly allows for the survival of Rogue Evolution victims- but in the base game, there's only two confirmed survivors (Mawile is a maybe, but the coincidence that you fight it in the same spot where it became a Rogue Mega and the fact that it refuses to get caught by anybody but you, the one who defeated it, makes for a strong case), all the others simply disappear and we know how Nintendo tiptoes around the concept of death most of the time. I will add Froslass's case there.

::Also of note- the side mission that this Froslass appears in after you defeat the Rogue Mega Froslass is titled '''Froslass's Unfinished Business'''. Ghosts are commonly described across many cultures in the world as having ''unfinished business'' as preventing them from passing on. This would create a double entendre of Froslass's Ghost-typing and her actually passing on once you take the Dawn Stone. [[User:Corrosive Cricket|Corrosive Cricket]] ([[User talk:Corrosive Cricket|talk]]) 20:29, 19 March 2026 (UTC)
:::I don't think it's conducive to discussion to frame Storm's legitimate counterpoint as a "glib joke" or "meme". If you take such severe issue with the example of Flash specifically, you can substitute something like {{m|Confuse Ray}} if you wish (Froslass' level up move, and present in Legends Z-A).
:::Not "feeling a presence" doesn't have to mean anything more than that Froslass has disappeared from the vicinity, and as you yourself point out "unfinished business" could simply be a nod to Froslass' ghost typing. Maybe Froslass simply wants or feels obligated to thank the player!
:::Overall, I'm quite surprised this is viewed as such an unambiguous case of death to you. The series hardly shies away from mentioning the death of Pokémon when needed. I also think that the fact that you refer to Mawile and Absol as "confirmed survivors" of Rogue Mega Evolution is odd... surely the aim in this situation should be to identify confirmed ''deaths'' caused by Rogue Mega Evolution, especially when you've noted that every single Rogue Mega in Mega Dimension seems to be a 'confirmed survivor' also? Characters almost exclusively refer to "helping" or "saving" Rogue Mega-Evolved Pokémon from pain (Naveen also somewhat casually refers to the pain as "no picnic" for the Pokémon), which seem odd turns of phrase if there's meant to be an implication that some of them are liable or likely to die.
::: 
:::To be clear, I'm not against whatever personal interpretation you would like to draw from this situation. I just don't think the textual evidence is nearly as compelling as it's being made out, and we don't want to be drawing and presenting conclusions that have the potential to misinform our readers. If this is going to remain on the [[Death in the Pokémon world]] article, at ''minimum'' I would expect us to be significantly better about [[SPECULATION|signaling uncertainty]] and cutting out any deeper speculation. [[User:Driftin Soul|Driftin Soul]] ([[User talk:Driftin Soul|talk]]) 21:22, 19 March 2026 (UTC)
::::I agree with Driftin Soul and Storm Aurora. I can see why some people might draw the conclusion that the Froslass died, but in my opinion it's not clear-cut enough, requiring a lot of explanation and qualification as to why it might be true, when it's much more easily explained away as being ambiguous in its language and intent. So much so that it's probably not noteworthy in the article. [[User:Thespeon|Thespeon]] ([[User talk:Thespeon|talk]]) 22:26, 19 March 2026 (UTC)
:::::Sure, you could easily argue the ambiguity is the point, but there just isn't ambiguity here that the roundabout way that Froslass is thanking you. Absol joins you immediately after the "tutorial fight" Rogue Mega raid out of what's clearly gratitude, Mawile allows you to catch them after gaining an "uncatchable" reputation (heavily implying that they were waiting for you to come back), and Hawlucha fights you fair and square in a rematch which is more or less a fighting-type's apology. Froslass would have clearly joined you or at least thanked you in another manner if she wasn't on her last (metaphorical) legs. The nature of the gift- a Dawn Stone that's needed to evolve a female Snorunt into Froslass- is literally Froslass giving you the means to anoint her successor; the name of the side mission (Froslass's '''Unfinished Business''') also has a distinctive tone of finality to it, something which strips away even more ambiguity. [[User:Corrosive Cricket|Corrosive Cricket]] ([[User talk:Corrosive Cricket|talk]]) 05:51, 20 March 2026 (UTC)
::::Hmmm? I didn't take a "severe" issue to it, I even made sure to edit everything after reconsidering the text, but it appears the email notification only showed you the initial message. Anyways, the use of Flash seemed like a handwave at best that Storm Aurora was using. Anyways:
::::> you can substitute something like [[Confuse Ray (move)|Confuse Ray]]
::::That doesn't even make any sense, you're not described as getting flashbanged after Froslass makes her exit.
::::> Not "feeling a presence" doesn't have to mean anything more than that Froslass has disappeared from the vicinity, and as you yourself point out "unfinished business" could simply be a nod to Froslass' ghost typing. Maybe Froslass simply wants or feels obligated to thank the player!
::::> Overall, I'm quite surprised this is viewed as such an unambiguous case of death to you
::::See, but that's the thing- Absol, Mawile (Mawile is implied though the fight location being the Mega Mawile encounter spot and the "uncatchable" reputation that folds the moment you show up) show their obligation to thank you by joining you- Froslass goes the roundabout way of leading you to the Dawn Stone (which evolves female Snorunts into Froslass) instead. Your interpretation of "unfinished business" could indeed ''only'' refer to Froslass trying to thank you, but:
:::: - considering how Froslass vanishes in a stereotypical ascent to heaven while granting you the means to evolve a female Snorunt into a successor Froslass to her, and
:::: - the fact that the quest is named Froslass's '''Unfinished Business,''' which has a pretty clear note of finality as a title
:::: ...all support a significantly darker conclusion than "here's a Dawn Stone, thanks!"
::::Also, I forgot about Hawlucha. Hawlucha is confirmed to survive the Rogue Mega Evolution it undergoes, its way of thanking you is challenging you to a fair rematch without the interference of Rogue Mega Evolution.
::::> I also think that the fact that you refer to Mawile and Absol as "confirmed survivors" of Rogue Mega Evolution is odd... surely the aim in this situation should be to identify confirmed ''deaths'' caused by Rogue Mega Evolution, especially when you've noted that every single Rogue Mega in Mega Dimension seems to be a 'confirmed survivor' also?
::::I've already covered this subject, but to reiterate: The fate of Rogue Mega Evolution victims in the base game outside of Mawile, Hawlucha, and Absol are completely unconfirmed. Mega Dimension does a clear about-face on this ambiguity by having ''all'' (including non-raid Rogue Megas such as Golisopod) require catching, which is a clear attempt by Game Freak to clear up the ambiguity of the post-fight fates of the Rogue Mega Evolution victims. Perhaps it wasn't Game Freak's initial intention to make it seem like the Rogue Mega victims suffer to the point of death, though the rather obtuse hints with Froslass makes me doubt that. I do find it a little strange you don't seem aware that Nintendo in general is loathe to explicitly show mature subject matter such as death in their flagship franchises or on their consoles in general, you just have to look at their history of NES/SNES censorship in the west to figure that one out.
::::> Characters almost exclusively refer to "helping" or "saving" Rogue Mega-Evolved Pokémon from pain (Naveen also somewhat casually refers to the pain as "no picnic" for the Pokémon), which seem odd turns of phrase if there's meant to be an implication that some of them are liable or likely to die.
::::That... actually supports my stance, though? I'm not sure why you're not associating the pain of the Rogue Mega phenomenon with something dangerous and life-threatening, minus the collateral damage that would occur from uncontrolled rampaging- is it really that much of a stretch to reason that something that painful is too much for some of the victims to handle? The player ''is'' actively beating up the Rogue Megas in order to quash the aforementioned collateral damage before it happens, so as the issue is presented it's just an unfortunate outcome that most of the Rogue Mega list in the base game vanish without a trace outside of their Mega Stones. [[User:Corrosive Cricket|Corrosive Cricket]] ([[User talk:Corrosive Cricket|talk]]) 05:39, 20 March 2026 (UTC)
:::::I think you're reading into it a bit too much. Mysteriously vanishing after an encounter is typical of Ghost-type Pokémon, as are phrases like "unfinished business", especially since Froslass is already a deceased spirit anyway according to its Pokédex entries (which do seem to conflict a bit with your claim that Pokémon games don't like to bring up death, as does the ending of Legends ZA itself). And I don't understand why you're acting like the DLC allowing the player to catch Rogue Megas is some kind of retcon when it released less than two months after the base game and was clearly in development at the same time. [[User:Hewer|Hewer]] ([[User talk:Hewer|talk]]) 18:54, 20 March 2026 (UTC)
::::::> Mysteriously vanishing after an encounter is typical of Ghost-type Pokémon, as are phrases like "unfinished business"
::::::Vanishing '''in a flash of light''' is typical for Ghost-types? I saw Driftin Soul try to say it could be Confuse Ray as well earlier, I can't take this seriously. Froslass is obviously grateful enough to lead you back to the spot where her Rogue Mega fight was for the Dawn Stone- Every Rogue Mega Evolution victim in the base game (outside of Hawlucha) that doesn't vanish into an uncertain fate is catchable (Mawile built a reputation for being "uncatchable" before you come back to where you fought them the first time) or outright joins you (Absol). Doesn't make sense in comparison for Froslass to be a case of "thanks for freeing me from a very painful state of existence, here's a Dawn Stone, bye."
::::::> I don't understand why you're acting like the DLC allowing the player to catch Rogue Megas is some kind of retcon when it released less than two months after the base game and was clearly in development at the same time.
::::::Incorrect. Mega Dimension '''is''' a functional retcon, because the difference between the base game (Where the fate of all Rogue Mega Evolution victims besides Absol, Mawile, Hawlucha, and Froslass are completely up in the air) and Mega Dimension (Where you catch '''every''' victim, even non-raid ones like Golisopod like I noted earlier) is night and day. Do you think just because the DLC was developed at the same time the same team was doing both? The tonal shift between the main story (A-Z's attempt at finding redemption for his creations before his impending death) and Mega Dimension (Ansha trying to be a good daughter, even in her mother's absence) is jarring. Unless it's really not jarring and I'm hallucinating the core of both stories somehow? Please point out if I got anything wrong there.
::::::> which do seem to conflict a bit with your claim that Pokémon games don't like to bring up death, as does the ending of Legends ZA itself
::::::Sure, Game Freak has been one of the outliers in Nintendo's studio umbrella when it comes to confronting the subject of death (Lavender Town, Route 10's stones, Cubone, the "joke" Pokedex entry regarding Primeape dying from getting too angry), but it's not like they don't self-censor themselves either. Tapu Fini's location is translated to be named the Ruins of Hope... but once you read the description of the place ("where life ends its journey") you'll immediately know why the Japanese transliterates to Ruins of the Other Side. In Froslass's case I would actually posit that everyone here is trying too hard to suppress the possibility of death- I commend you for acknowledging that death '''is''' present, at minimum, in the form of A-Z's approaching mortality that eventually comes for him. As Driftin Soul noted- The Rogue Mega Evolution experience is obviously painful to the point of inducing its victims to uncontrollably rampage, on top of you fighting the victim in order to quash the possibility of collateral damage. Why would that situation '''not''' at least create the possibility that the victims end up in danger afterwards, and Game Freak simply chose not to show that side of the aftermath outside of four out of the sixteen base game Rogue Mega Evolution fights?
::::::tl;dr: You say I'm "reading into it a bit too much." I say you're just not seeing the hints. [[User:Corrosive Cricket|Corrosive Cricket]] ([[User talk:Corrosive Cricket|talk]]) 19:37, 20 March 2026 (UTC)
:::::::or... hear me out... the DLC has the Rogue Megas be catchable because the way the DLC spawns wilds is a lot more inconsistent so it would be more difficult for players to get their hands on the mons with new Mega Evolutions, and the main game doesn't bother with that because the Pokemon are all readily available. Absol is force caught to make sure you have a Mega Evolution to use in the battle against your rival. The others that return are cute side quests, of which Froslass isn't even the only one you can't catch, as you yourself brush briefly over ... Hawlucha.
:::::::I think if Rogue Mega Evolution was intended to tax Pokemon to a point of near-death, they would have been more explicit with it. It's not as if Z-A is shying away from death otherwise, considering AZ does straight up die, the backstory of the Ultimate Weapon, AZ, and Floette, and the implication that Zygarde/the Ultimate Weapon resurrected Lysandre after he was crushed to death at the end of XY. The protagonists would absolutely comment on the state of Absol, Hawlucha, ... etc. post-Rogue Mega Evolution if there were lasting effects. The clear implication is that it's only taxing while they're actively undergoing the effects, just like with various other similar states in other media (R in Detective Pikachu, Laquium in Horizons, etc.)
:::::::That doesn't mean Froslass can't be interpreted to have died here (though that does beg the question of ... is she not already a ghost? what are ghost-type Pokemon, exactly). The side quest certainly plays into the spooky aspects of Froslass as a mon, and it's a very common trope to be led to a gift by the ghost of someone you previously helped. But I don't think the evidence is as definitive as you think it is (the fact that there are people debating with you on it should be evidence of that enough), and I don't think it's a noteworthy enough interpretation when, as you yourself mention, Pokemon has plenty of more explicit references to death, including in this very game. A ghost behaving in a spooky manner that probably means it's dead? Kind of par for the course. [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 20:24, 20 March 2026 (UTC)

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'''The Terapagos I Don't Know''' (Japanese: '''わたしの知らないテラパゴス''' ''A Terapagos I Don't Know'') is the 57th episode of ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]'', and the 1,289th episode of the [[Pokémon animated series]]. It first aired in Japan on July 5, 2024, in the United Kingdom on February 17, 2025, in Australia on March 17, 2025, and in the United States on April 25, 2025.
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==Blurb==

Liko, Roy, and Dot return to Naranja Academy with Friede, who asks Director Clavell and Chairwoman Geeta what they know about Terapagos. Geeta shares historical sketches of two different forms of the Pokémon, and she explains that another sketch in the Scarlet Book is believed to depict a mysterious third form. On her recommendation, the students then visit history teacher Raifort, who takes them on a thrilling treasure hunt and advises them that the past is key to learning about the future. Liko is excited to discover even more about Terapagos, but first, it’s time for another round of Tera Training tests!

==Plot==
The [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] have gathered to eat at [[Barato's]] to celebrate [[Liko]], [[Roy]], and [[Dot]] passing their first [[Tera Training]] tests while [[Murdock]] cries lots of tears for Dot's performance in particular. Dot tells him to get a grip and that the course isn't even over yet. Liko agrees with Dot saying they can't let up now. [[Mollie]] and [[Orla]] tell the kids that they also should slow down and relax to have a good balance in life. Roy calls the waiter to get him another orange juice. Orla notices a smiling Liko, who says that it does her heart good to see everyone together again. Orla tells Liko that by the time they get back, the ship should be airworthy again. [[Friede]] tells the kids that he will head over to the [[Naranja Academy]] once the meal is over. Dot says the implementation tests don't start until tomorrow. Friede then shocks everyone when he reveals that he made an appointment to see [[Geeta]] and [[Clavell]].

Meanwhile, back at the [[Brave Olivine]], [[Ludlow]] finds a [[Gimmighoul Coin]] on the ground and picks it up. He remarks that every being bears a history, so too does every object bearing an imbued emotion. As he looks down however, the coin disappears from his hand.

Friede and the kids meet with Clavell and Geeta, the latter in particular being familiar with his work as a [[Pokémon Professor]]. Just as Geeta asks about {{an|Terapagos}}, said Pokémon pokes its head out of Liko's bag, shocking Geeta and Clavell. They ask where Liko found it, and she answers that it was a gift from [[Diana|her grandmother]] when it was a pendant. Friede mentions sightings of {{p|Terapagos}} in [[Paldea]] through old records, hoping that Geeta would know something about them. Geeta brings up old sketches of Terapagos's forms on the screen. Liko recognizes the sketch on the right as Terapagos's {{form|Terapagos|Terastal Form}} that it took on [[HZ045|when protecting Liko]] from the [[Black Rayquaza]]. Clavell says that while no details of Terapagos have been recovered, it's said to be a Pokémon with a strong connection to the [[Terastal phenomenon]]. They turn to a photo of the [[Great Crater of Paldea]]. Geeta says that a Pokémon resembling Terapagos was sighted in [[Area Zero]], the deepest point of the crater, which was recorded in the [[Scarlet Book]]. Hearing this, Dot grabs the Scarlet Book from her bag and shows it to Clavell and Geeta. The latter skims through it and finds a sketch of what is thought to be a third form Terapagos can take. Liko tells Geeta that Terapagos wants to go to a place called [[Laqua]]. Roy says that it's a place that the ancient adventurer reached a hundred years ago. From this, Geeta hypothesizes that solving the mysteries of Terapagos will help solve the mysteries of Laqua. Roy suggests going to Area Zero, but Clavell says that entering will be difficult, seeing how there was recently an accident there. Nevertheless, Geeta offers to accompany them one day in doing so. She also points them to someone who may know of things from a hundred years ago.

At the library, Dot puts the Scarlet Book back in its place. Friede remarks how mysteries only lead them into even more mysteries begging to be uncovered. Roy and Dot notice Liko's look of unease, to which she admits that she doesn't really know anything about Terapagos. Roy disagrees, saying that she's learned a lot about its personality. The group is greeted by the Naranja Academy's history teacher, [[Raifort]]. Liko is about to introduce herself to Raifort when she sees another Terapagos by her side. Raifort brushes this off as an "{{a|illusion}}", and sure enough, the Pokémon reveals itself as her {{p|Zoroark}}. Liko scans the {{pkmn|category|Illusion Fox Pokémon}} with her [[Rotom Phone]], and as she lowers it, Zoroark has taken on the appearance of [[Captain Pikachu]]. Raifort knows that the group is following a lead, and as Liko is about to answer, Raifort says that she is heading out to do fieldwork right now and offers to let them join her in finding some ancient treasure.

While walking on the trail, Raifort hears about the legend of the ancient adventurer, his [[Six Heroes]], the paradise they were aiming to reach, and Liko receiving Terapagos in the present day. All this gets her more excited and even more curious. Friede asks about Laqua, and Raifort mentions it recorded in a history book. Zoroark signals Raifort, who tells everyone to lay low for the active treasure nearby. The kids hear the sound of metal, thinking it must be a Pokémon. Roy goes over to the bushes and spots a {{p|Gimmighoul}}, scanning it with his Pokédex. Friede says that its rare for anyone to catch its Roaming Form in Paldea, so Roy declares that he'll be the first. Just as he sends out {{TP|Roy|Fuecoco}} however, it vanishes and leaves behind a Gimmighoul Coin. Raifort tells Roy that Gimmighoul must have dropped it in a panic, letting him keep it. Roy then spots Gimmighoul on Fuecoco's head. It jumps off Fuecoco to reveal itself as Zoroark again, who hands Raifort another Gimmighoul Coin. The group decides to split up to look for more Gimmighoul Coins. They are then pointed by Terapagos to the ruins of a fort. As the rest of the group, excluding Roy, comes over, Terapagos runs down there first, prompting them to follow.

At the ruins, Terapagos crawls into a hole and greets the {{p|Nacli}} and {{p|Charcadet}} inside. Raifort tells the group that Charcadet has supported knights and nobility since ancient times. Terapagos comes out with Charcadet riding on top, which makes Liko smile. Nacli greets Liko, and Dot wonders why its not afraid of people. Friede says that Nacli has been helping humans for hundreds of years. Raifort shares that these two have lived in Paldea for a long, long time, forming connections with people. Roy comes back with his hat full of Gimmighoul Coins, boasting about how he's a natural-born treasure hunter. Raifort points to their objective, the watchtower. She says that back when the region was divided into multiple countries, the emperor built them to keep watch on the neighboring countries. Seeing the tower, Roy sends out {{TP|Roy|Kilowattrel}} and tells it that the tower where they met looked like this one. Raifort remarks that artifacts built by those from days long past now play a part in your own story. She says that history is the past leaving its impact on the present.

Roy flies Kilowattrel to the top of the watchtower. Friede sends out {{TP|Friede|Charizard}} and carries Liko and Dot up there too. On the watchtower, the kids overlook the land when Raifort points them to a treasure chest. Friede gets a feeling and Fuecoco opens the chest to reveal Gimmighoul in its chest form. A purple aura surrounds the Coin Hunter Pokémon, prompting Roy to skip over and hand it all the Gimmighoul coins he collected. Liko and Dot wonder what's wrong, and Friede says that Roy has fallen under Gimmighoul's spell; controlling humans to make them collect coins, only to steal every last one. With all of Roy's coins handed over, Gimmighoul jumps off the tower and runs off. Raifort says that by hunting for old coins, they were able to meet modern-day Pokémon. She then shares that the history book regarded Laqua described it as such: "Once upon a time, far beyond Paldea, a hundred days and nights away, there was a Pokémon paradise. The shining pink of Laqua." Hearing this, Friede realizes that Laqua is connected to [[Laquium]]. Raifort shares that people always dismissed the paradise as nothing more than a fairy tale, and that long before the Naranja Academy was even founded, this land was once part of the Paldean Empire; and even before that, another kingdom entirely. Raifort tells Liko to imagine what the Paldea now may have looked like back then, because even though you can't see it for yourself, the more you learn about the past, the more you can imagine it. Seeing Terapagos climb onto the ledge of the tower and cry out, Liko envisions [[Lucius]] and Terapagos on the tower, overlooking the land. Raifort tells everyone that discovering the past is an adventure on its own; if you believe in it, you can find it. Friede thanks Raifort, even though she just wanted to show the children of the future how much fun learning about the past can be.

The next day at the Naranja Academy, Clavell greets all the students, informing them that that those who have passed the basics test will be moving on to the implementation tests. [[Dendra]] assigns the students to a designated [[Gym]] to take on its [[Gym Leader]], which [[Coral]] finds boring for being the exact same thing as the basics test. Dendra informs the students that this time around, they will have to use two Pokémon instead of one. Hearing this, Dot becomes worried about {{TP|Dot|Tinkatink}}'s sensitive nature. Roy and Dot acknowledge that if they can pass the implementation, they will finally be able to use Terastal phenomenon. Liko looks forward to that since learning more about Terastal phenomenon will help her learn more about Terapagos. Checking their apps, Roy gets [[Ryme]] in [[Montenevera]], while Dot gets [[Larry]] in [[Medali]]. Liko gets [[Glaseado Mountain]], which means she will battle [[Grusha]]. Liko remembers Grusha from when [[HZ056|he approached her after her loss]] to [[Rika]] of the [[Elite Four]], making her a bit nervous. Roy asks which route they should take this time, and Liko says that Medali seems to be the closest this time. Sharing the Rising Volt Tacklers handshake, the group sets out for Medali.

==Major events==

* [[Liko]], [[Roy]], and [[Dot]] reunite with [[Friede]].
* Liko, Roy, Dot, and Friede meet [[Raifort]] for the first time.
* Liko, Roy, and Dot encounter a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{an|Charcadet}}.
* Raifort reveals [[Laqua]]'s story to Liko, Roy, Dot, and Friede.
* Liko, Roy, and Dot are assigned their second respective [[Gym Leader]] battlesː
** Roy will battle [[Ryme]] in [[Montenevera]].
** Dot will battle [[Larry]] in [[Medali]].
** Liko will battle [[Grusha]] on [[Glaseado Mountain]].
*** In the process, Liko learns of Grusha's Gym Leader status.
* Liko, Roy, and Dot decide to head to Medali first.
{{animeevents|HZ}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
* [[Raifort]]

====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Charcadet}} ({{an|Charcadet|anime}})
* {{p|Gimmighoul}} ({{form|Gimmighoul|Chest Form}})

=====English dub debuts=====
* {{p|Gimmighoul}} ({{form|Gimmighoul|both forms}})

==Characters==
===Humans===
* [[Liko]]
* [[Roy]]
* [[Friede]]
* [[Orla]]
* [[Ludlow]]
* [[Murdock]]
* [[Mollie]]
* [[Dot]]
* [[Clavell]]
* [[Raifort]]
* [[Dendra]]
* [[Geeta]]
* [[Grusha]] (flashback)
* [[Coral]]
* [[Sidian]]
* [[Lucius]] (fantasy)
* [[Ann]]
* [[Niko]]
* [[Rob]]
* [[Dash]]
* {{tc|Student}}s

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Floragato}} ({{OP|Liko|Floragato}})
* {{p|Rotom}} ([[Liko]]'s; [[Rotom Phone]])
* {{p|Fuecoco}} ({{OP|Roy|Fuecoco}})
* {{p|Kilowattrel}} ({{OP|Roy|Kilowattrel}})
* {{p|Rotom}} ([[Roy]]'s; [[Rotom Phone]])
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{OP|Friede|Charizard}})
* {{p|Pikachu}} ([[Friede]]'s; [[Captain Pikachu]])
* {{p|Quaxly}} ({{OP|Dot|Quaxly}})
* {{p|Rotom}} ([[Dot]]'s; [[Rotom Phone]])
* {{p|Zoroark}} ([[Raifort]]'s)
* {{p|Rayquaza}} ([[Lucius]]'s; [[Black Rayquaza]]; flashback)
* {{p|Dewott}} ([[Ann]]'s)
* {{p|Roserade}} ([[Niko]]’s)
* {{p|Darumaka}} ([[Rob]]'s)
* {{p|Ducklett}} ([[Dash]]'s)
* {{p|Pawmi}} ([[Rising Volt Tacklers]]')
* {{p|Shuckle}} ([[Rising Volt Tacklers]]')
* {{p|Snorunt}} ([[Rising Volt Tacklers]]')
* {{p|Noctowl}} ([[Rising Volt Tacklers]]')
* {{p|Carkol}} ([[Rising Volt Tacklers]]')
* {{p|Slugma}} ([[Rising Volt Tacklers]]')
* {{p|Muk}} ([[Rising Volt Tacklers]]'; [[Alolan form]])
* {{p|Nosepass}} ([[Rising Volt Tacklers]]')
* {{p|Polteageist}} ([[Rising Volt Tacklers]]')
* {{p|Sinistea}} ([[Rising Volt Tacklers]]')
* {{p|Maushold}} ([[Rising Volt Tacklers]]'; {{form|Maushold|Family of Four}})
* {{p|Terapagos}} ({{an|Terapagos|anime}}; {{form|Terapagos|Normal Form and Terastal Form}}; Terastal Form in a fantasy)
* {{p|Marill}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Sentret}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Pawmi}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Mankey}} (Student's)
* {{p|Teddiursa}} (Student's)
* {{p|Tarountula}} (Student's)
* {{p|Smoliv}} (Student's)
* {{p|Heracross}} (Student's)
* {{p|Fletchling}} (Student's)
* {{p|Sobble}} (Student's)
* {{p|Riolu}} (Student's)
* {{p|Froakie}} (Student's)
* {{p|Rowlet}} (Student's)
* {{p|Bonsly}} (Student's)
* {{p|Scraggy}} (Student's)
* {{p|Togedemaru}} (Student's)
* {{p|Weedle}} (Student's)
* {{p|Nidoran♀}} (Student's)
* {{p|Vulpix}} (Student's; [[Alolan form]])
* {{p|Trapinch}} (Student's)
* {{p|Psyduck}} (Student's)
* {{p|Bulbasaur}} (Student's)
* {{p|Espeon}} (Student's)
* {{p|Chimecho}} (Student's)
* {{p|Whismur}} (Student's)
* {{p|Charcadet}} ([[Charcadet (anime)|anime]]; debut)
* {{p|Gimmighoul}} (×2; one {{form|Gimmighoul|Roaming Form}} and one {{form|Gimmighoul|Chest Form}})
* {{p|Swablu}} (multiple)
* {{p|Seviper}}
* {{p|Nacli}}

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Friede's Pokémon Seminar]]: ''What is {{p|Gimmighoul}} looking for?''
** Choices: Keys, food, a treasure chest
** Answer: A treasure chest
* The first [[List of Pokémon Horizons: The Series eyecatches|eyecatch]] features [[Liko]] and {{an|Terapagos}}, and the second features [[Raifort]] and her {{p|Zoroark}}.
* Despite Zoroark having made its {{pkmn|animated series}} debut in ''[[BW127|The Island of Illusions!]]'', 505 episodes earlier, this is the first time one has received a [[Pokédex entry]] in the animated series.
* The ending animation was changed in this episode.
* {{TP|Roy|Fuecoco}}, Liko, [[Roy]], and [[Dot]] narrate the preview for the [[HZ058|next episode]].

===Errors===
*In the English dub, when Roy is assigned to battle [[Ryme]], he mentions having met her before, creating an inconsistency with [[HZ061]] where he is surprised to learn that Ryme is the woman he had met previously, as she did not tell him her name. In the original version, Roy does not indicate any knowledge of Ryme's identity.

===Dub edits===

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2025-10-10T17:50:23Z

Nutter Butter: /* Trivia */ being the first in Horizons can be assumed if he's the first in the whole anime. meanwhile the current wording sounds contradictory since it excludes the fact that he's the second overall

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'''Ult''' (Japanese: '''ウルト''' ''Uruto''<ref>[https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1908820727832383946 Ult's name romanized as ''Uruto'' in an image from the official Japanese animated series Twitter/X account]</ref>) is a major supporting character in {{aniseries|HZ}}, introduced in the ''Mega Voltage'' arc. He is [[Roy]]'s [[rival]] and a member of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]].

==History==

[[File:Young Ult.png|250px|thumb|left|Young Ult]]
===''[[Episode: Mega Evolution]]''===

In the year following the events of ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', Ult met and trained alongside [[Roy]] in the [[Kalos]] [[region]], which led to them becoming [[rival]]s, aquiring [[Mega Ring]]s, and mastering [[Mega Evolution]].
===''Pokémon Horizons: The Series''===
[[File:Ult and Sableye.png|thumb|left|250px|Ult and {{p|Sableye}}]]
Ult debuted in [[HZ090]]. He found Roy searching for a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Slaking}} and insisted on following him, despite the other's attempts of warding him off. Eventually, they found the Slaking and had their Pokémon battle and defeat it after discovering that it was being influenced by [[Laquium]]. In the following morning, Ult found out that Roy had woken up earlier and left him behind.

In [[HZ092]], Ult tracked Roy down to an unknown town, discovering him with [[Liko]]. While continuing to follow them, he and his {{p|Sableye}} accidentally fell down a hole and investigated it, only to be caught by a Laquium-afflicted {{p|Steelix}}. Later, he found Roy and Liko fighting another afflicted Steelix. Seeing the severity of the situation, he Mega Evolved his Sableye and assisted the two in fighting the berserk Pokémon. After being introduced to Liko, his Sableye attempted to eat [[Pagogo]] due to the gems it had, but Ult managed to pull it away. Ult chastised Roy for abandoning him in the forest, leading to Roy realizing that Ult had been following him, though he denied the accusation. He then began a monologue claiming that the [[Black Rayquaza]] would be his, prompting Roy to drag Liko off, much to his frustration.
[[File:Ult Strong Sphere HZ095.png|thumb|250px|Ult renounces the power of [[Laquium]] and destroys his [[Strong Sphere]]]]
In [[HZ095]], Ult ended up in [[Exceed's Test Center]] near [[Uirō City]], where a live demonstration of the [[Strong Sphere]] was being held. He encountered Liko and Roy, but coldly shrugged off Roy's attempt to talk to him due to the motion sickness resulting from having ridden the bus. Ult contemplated using the Strong Sphere at first, but quickly made up his mind to not use it after seeing the effects on [[Coral]] and [[Sidian]]'s Pokémon. He had his Sableye face off against them, but Coral's {{p|Glalie}} wrapped the battle early with a {{m|Self-Destruct}}, allowing Ult, Liko, and Roy to escape. Then, he decided to formally join the two of them on their journey.

In [[HZ096]], after learning from [[Dot]] about a [[Black Rayquaza]] sighting near [[Blackthorn City]], the trio decided to go there and investigate. While on the way, they were stopped by the [[Dragon Rampage Gang]], a trio of {{p|Cyclizar}}-riding {{tc|Dragon Tamer}}s, who feigned ignorance about the Black Rayquaza and fled, accusing Ult's group of being [[Pokémon hunter|Pokémon poacher]]s. Later, the group encountered [[Snake]], an actual poacher. Ult tried facing the man alone, but was scolded by Liko, who stated his reckless actions would never allow him to become strong. Taking Liko's critique to heart, Ult teamed up with Roy and defeated Snake, sending him running off. Impressed by their heroics, the Dragon Rampage Gang decided to take Liko and Roy, but not Ult, to the [[Dragon's Den]], where the Black Rayquaza was recovering from the events at [[Laqua]]. Ult, however, insisted and found his way there, where he met the [[Legendary Pokémon]] for the first time and told it to get better quickly, as he only wanted to face it at full strength, while also proclaiming his intention of becoming way stronger.
[[File:Ult Rising Volt Tacklers.png|thumb|left|250px|Ult joining the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]]]]
In [[HZ099]], Ult, Liko, Roy, and Dot, who had joined them in the [[HZ098|previous episode]], arrived at [[Karna's Poké Ball factory]], in [[Galar]], to meet up with [[Orla]], a former member of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]]. While the others tried convincing Orla to aid them, Ult found out that [[Karna]] had been hired to manufacture shells for the Strong Spheres, oblivious to what they truly were. Two [[Exceed]] employees came to pick up their order, but when Ult denied them, the [[Explorers]] members [[Indy]] and [[Rubella]] stepped in to take them by force. In the [[HZ100|next episode]], Ult, Liko, Roy, and Dot teamed up to battle Indy and Rubella's Laquium-enhanced {{rf|Paldean}} {{p|Tauros}}. By exploiting a weakness caused by the Laquium's effect, Ult and the others emerged victorious, forcing Indy and Rubella to retreat. Later, after Orla had been convinced to fly on the airship once again, Ult and the others pitched in to help clean and repair the Brave Olivine. Once they were done, [[Mollie]], [[Murdock]], and [[Ludlow]] arrived to join as well. To everyone else's surprise, Ult proudly stated he would be joining the Rising Volt Tacklers as their newest member.

In [[HZ106]], Ult got into an argument with Roy over the messy state of his living quarters. Frustrated, Ult ran away with Sableye to [[Manpūku Town]], where he met [[Rayu]], a street artist to whom he showed off his [[Dusk Ball]], claiming it housed a powerful Pokémon, though he didn't know exactly who. The next day, Ult realized Rayu had stolen his Dusk Ball and raced to the town, where he found the boy ready to trade it for a Strong Sphere with Indy and Rubella. He challenged them to a battle and managed to win after his willingness to fight for others resonated with the Pokémon in the Dusk Ball, who finally emerged, revealing itself as a {{p|Dragonite}}. The Explorers duo retreated, but Ult followed them. In the [[HZ107|next episode]], he arrived at an [[Explorers base]], but was quickly spotted and locked up. Fortunately, he managed to send Sableye away to get help, who was able to find Roy. The two of them soon fought against Indy and Rubella once more, but they were interrupted by four {{p|Rabsca}}, who were suppressing the battlefield with their {{m|Gravity}}. At this moment, remembering words from [[Ult's father|his father]], he called for Dragonite's strength in order to protect the ones he cared about. This time, Ult's determination allowed for Dragonite to Mega Evolve, which took out the Rabsca, allowing the two boys to defeat their opponents and escape. While Roy was pleased to see that Dragonite approved him, Ult felt that it wasn't genuine until he could protect the ones he cared about. He later met with Mollie, who gave him some advice and knew he had run off but did not tell anyone, which he appreciated, and he warmed up at the thought of belonging with the group.

In [[HZ110]], Ult joined Liko and Roy in facing off against the Explorers once again, who empowered five of the Six Heroes with Super Strong Spheres which made them go berserk. Ult's Sableye struggled to deal significant damage to Gouging Fire, leaving Ult shocked at the sheer strength of the Six Heroes. Ult then sent out and Mega-Evolved his Dragonite, but despite this Mega Dragonite still was not fully obedient to Ult, not listening to his commands and dodging Gouging Fire's attacks on its own. After Pagogo was defeated Ult and his friends had to face off against the berserk Six Heroes once again. In the [[HZ111|next episode]], Ult and his friends continued struggling against the rampaging heroes. Despite the timely assistance by [[Amethio]] and [[White Zygarde|Zygarde]], the battle still resulted in a complete defeat for the Rising Volt Tacklers. Exhausted, the effects of the Super Strong Spheres wore off on the Six Heroes, whose unconscious bodies were taken away by the Explorers. After bidding farewell to Amethio, [[Hamber]], and [[Cervantis]], Ult and the others received a call from [[Briar]], who suggested that they come meet her at [[Blueberry Academy]]. Realizing that Blueberry Academy is a school that specializes in Pokémon battling, Ult and his friends decided it would be the perfect location to train for their next encounter with the Explorers, as Liko revealed to him that a [[Ann|friend]] of her's, Roy, and Dot is there as an exchange student.

==Character==
[[File:Ult and Black Rayquaza.png|250px|thumb|Ult and the Black Rayquaza]]
Ult is [[Roy]]'s self-proclaimed spirited rival, constantly seeking a battle. He's quick with a snarky comment and easily frustrated, especially when Roy leaves him behind. Despite his arrogant demeanor and sharp tongue, Ult is actually a skilled Trainer with a strong connection to his Pokémon, enabling them to [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]], as well as being good with battle tactics, as seen when battling [[Coral]] and [[Sidian]] on even footing without using Mega Evolution. He can also be surprisingly supportive, encouraging Roy to overcome his fears and fight for his ambitions. Driven by their shared goal of catching the [[Black Rayquaza]], Ult's impulsive pursuit often leads him into trouble, as seen when he angered a flock of {{p|Dodrio}} and {{p|Fearow}} by trespassing, and also leads to him persistently pursuing Roy to the latter's displeasure. These traits lead to his relationship with Roy being tenuous, as Roy sees him as a nuisance and a liability who will only get in his way and generally doesn't want to put up with him and his over-the-top behavior, always taking any opportunity to escape from Ult's persistent presence. Despite this, Ult and Roy have been shown to get along, and Ult considers him a close friend.
[[File:Dot Liko Roy Ult.png|thumb|left|250px|Ult and his friends]]
Ult is shown to be shy and easily flustered around women, as seen with [[Liko]], having a hard time interacting with them as a result. His ineptitude at interacting with girls is displayed when Ult initially mistook [[Dot]] for a boy until [[Murdock]] explained that she is his niece, which caused Ult to freak out because he briefly held her hand before finding out. However, after the events in [[HZ096]], Ult became comfortable around Liko and developed an admiration for her compassion for Pokémon, even seeing her as a very good friend. Ult also became friends with Dot and gets along well with her. During the events in [[HZ106]] and [[HZ107]], Ult came to respect [[Mollie]], as she didn't tell their teammates about him running away and gave him some advice when he returned. Also, Ult quickly befriended [[Diana]], Liko's grandmother, after finding out that she used the [[Brave Olivine]]'s observation deck as a room as well. All of these interactions show that his kind nature can effectively overtake his shyness towards women once a friendship or connection has been established with them.

Ult easily hits it off with Murdock and quickly enjoys his cooking, especially his sweets. He seems to be on good terms with the rest of his teammates, but he mostly hangs out Roy, Liko, and Dot, as his strong friendship with them is part of the reason he decided to join the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]]. Ult eventually comes to enjoy being with the Rising Volt Tacklers, as they taught him to be a team player and that true strength comes from protecting others, especially his friends. He has also learn that he can't do everything alone and he can relay on his friends for help.
[[File:Diana and Ult.png|250px|thumb|Ult and Diana]]
Ult deep down prefers to battle all out with his Pokémon and is a kind person at heart, and seemingly has a strong moral code, disgusted by the use of [[Laquium]] in battle and helping Roy and Liko battle the [[Explorers]] without hesitation. This is also shown when Ult tells the Black Rayquaza to get better soon, as he only wanted to battle it at full strength. Ever since the events in [[HZ095]], Ult developed a strong dislike towards the Explorers and the way they treat Pokémon. Ult's detest for the Explorers grows after finding out that they have taken [[Lucius]]'s [[Six Heroes|remaining five Pokémon]] captive and gets angry at himself for not doing something when he saw his {{TP|Lucius|Kleavor}} and {{TP|Lucius|Lapras}} trapped in boxes in [[HZ107]], but is assured by his friends that his information is important for their mission.

Similar to Roy, he has also been shown to be rather gluttonous. As shown in [[HZ095]] and [[HZ097]], Ult suffers from a form of motion sickness, causing him to feel unwell when riding certain vehicles such as buses or boats. Because of this, he feels more confortable sleeping in the Brave Olivine's observation room where he can see the sky outside. Ult isn't afraid to try new things, as shown in [[HZ105]], when he decided to give surfing a try. While Ult puts up a strong front, he can be flustered or even intimidated by stronger opponents, as seen in [[HZ110]] where his Sableye was overpowered by [[Lucius's Gouging Fire]] under the influence of a [[Strong Sphere|Super Strong Sphere]]. After losing to five of the Six Heroes in the [[HZ111|next episode]], Ult became depressed, but quickly shakes it off and became motivated to get stronger in order to help them.

Prior to the events of the series, Ult was given a {{p|Dragonite}} in a [[Dusk Ball]] by [[Ult's father|his father]]. As the time passed, however, Dragonite seemed unwilling to come out, which Ult may have taken as a sign that it did not recognize his strength. Since then, his goal was to become stronger in order to win its approval. It was once he displayed willingness to fight for others when Dragonite reacted and finally appeared before him. Despite this progress, Ult was still unsure if Dragonite truly approved of him, so he made it his goal to become the strongest in order to protect everyone. Since then, Dragonite has obediently come out of its Ball when asked, however, it has a [[Disobedience|tendency]] to act without its Trainer's commands.

==Pokémon==
[[File:Ult party.png|thumb|250px|Ult and his Pokémon]]
This listing is of Ult's known {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in {{aniseries|HZ}}:
{{-}}
===On hand===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ult
|pkmn=Sableye
|mega=yes
|type1=Dark
|type2=Ghost
|img=Ult Sableye.png
|img2=Ult Mega Sableye.png
|cap2=Ult's Mega Sableye
|epnum=HZ090
|epname=
|vajp=Ayane Sakura
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Sableye}} is Ult's main partner. It is capable of [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]] into a Mega Sableye.

In [[HZ090]], Sableye Mega Evolved in order to help [[Roy]]'s Pokémon defeat a [[Laquium]]-enhanced {{p|Slaking}}. In [[HZ092]], Sableye was used to assist Roy and [[Liko]]'s Pokémon in battling two Laquium-enhanced {{p|Steelix}} by Mega Evolving. Sableye has also shown interest in eating [[Pagogo]], likely due to its crystalline body.

In [[HZ095]], Sableye battled [[Coral]]'s {{p|Glalie}}, with Sableye dominating the battle despite its opponent's use of Laquium. Glalie ended up using {{m|Self-Destruct}}, causing its own defeat and allowing Ult, Liko, and Roy to escape.

In [[HZ107]], Ult and Sableye were captured by [[Spinel]] and the Explorers at an [[Explorers base]]. After being saved by its Trainer, Sableye fled to meet Roy, who guided it there. Once there, Sableye battled with Roy's other Pokémon against [[Indy]] and [[Rubella]]'s Pokémon, and when all seemed lost, the group was saved by Ult's Dragonite, which used Mega Evolution for the first time under Ult's command.

Sableye's known moves are {{m|Power Gem}}, {{m|Throat Chop}}, {{m|Confuse Ray}}, and {{m|Shadow Sneak}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ult
|pkmn=Dragonite
|mega=yes
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Flying
|img=Ult Dragonite.png
|img2=Ult Mega Dragonite.png
|cap2=Ult's Mega Dragonite
|epnum=HZ106
|epname=
|vajp=Kohsuke Tanabe
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Dragonite}} is Ult's second known Pokémon. It was given to him by [[Ult's father|his father]] and is kept in a [[Dusk Ball]]. It seems to only appear when Ult needs its help to protect others. It is capable of [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]] into a Mega Dragonite.

For a long time, Dragonite seemed unwilling to come out of its Dusk Ball, resulting in Ult forgetting the identity of the Pokémon inside.

In [[HZ106]], reacting with Ult's willingness to fight for others, Dragonite appeared before him for the first time and quickly defeated [[Indy]] and [[Rubella]]'s {{p|Darmanitan}}. In the [[HZ107|next episode]], when Ult called for its strength in order to protect the ones he cares about, Dragonite appeared once again. This time, it Mega Evolved, allowing it to overpower the opposing {{p|Rabsca}}'s {{m|Gravity}} and defeat them. Alongside [[Roy]]'s Mega {{TP|Roy|Lucario}}, it defeated the Explorers duo's {{form|Darmanitan|Zen Mode}} Darmanitan.

Dragonite's known moves are {{m|Dragon Rush}} and {{m|Hyper Beam}}.}}

===Traveling with===
{|width="75%"
|{{ActivePoké|||nick=Rotom Phone|Ult Rotom Phone.png|electric|ghost|link=Rotom Phone}}
|
|}


==Other outfits==
===Swimwear===
* In [[HZ105]], Ult wore dark blue swim trunks patterned with a purple {{p|Rayquaza}} and a pair of swimming goggles with a purple band.

===Images===
<gallery widths="200">
Ult swimsuit.png|Ult's swimsuit
</gallery>

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{Legends Z-A color dark}}|bordercolor={{black color dark}}
|ja=藤原夏海 ''{{wp|Natsumi Fujiwara}}''
}}

==Gallery==
===Concept art===
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| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background:#{{black color light}}; overflow:hidden" |[[File:Ult Concept Artwork.png|x200px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background:#{{black color light}}; overflow:hidden" |[[File:Ult Mega Voltage Concept Artwork.png|x200px]]
|-
|Concept art from ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series}}''
|Concept art from ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series}}''
|Concept art from ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series}}''
|}

===Other===
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|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background: #{{dark color light}}; overflow:hidden" |[[File:Pocket Monsters Mega Voltage Scoop Book.png|x200px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background: #{{dark color light}}; overflow:hidden" |[[File:Pocket Monsters Mega Voltage Scoop Book Liko Roy Ult.jpg|x200px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background: #{{dark color light}}; overflow:hidden" |[[File:Ult Team Mega Voltage.png|x200px]]
|-
| colspan="1" |''CoroCoro Comic'' April 2025
| colspan="1" |''CoroCoro Comic'' April 2025
| colspan="1" |''CoroCoro Comic'' April 2025
|}

===Eyecatch===
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|-
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|}

==Trivia==
* Ult's catchphrase is "Mega".
* Ult was first revealed in the April 2025 issue of ''[[CoroCoro|CoroCoro Comic]]'' magazine (released March 14, 2025), and later in a [https://youtu.be/FEuWFupIma4 trailer] aired after ''[[HZ088|The Earthshaking White Zygarde]]''.
* In the Japanese version, Ult uses the pronoun "'''{{tt|俺様|おれさま}}''' (''ore-sama'')" meaning "my esteemed self" or "Mr. I", a highly informal way of referring to oneself, often used by fictional characters to express arrogance or self-importance.
* When [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]] his {{p|Sableye}} and {{p|Dragonite}}, Ult uses the phrase (Japanese: '''トンデモパワーで全開突破ァ！！''' ''Break through with outrageous power!!'').
* Ult is the only younger [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] member that doesn't own a Pokémon introduced in [[Generation IX]].
* Ult is the first original character in the {{pkmn|animated series}} to have Mega Evolved more than one Pokémon. He is also the second such character in the animated series overall, after [[Gurkinn]].
** He is also the first to Mega Evolve multiple Pokémon within a single [[series]].

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background: #{{Legends Z-A color dark}}; border: 3px solid #{{dark color dark}}"
!Language
!Name
!Origin
|-
|Japanese
|ウルト ''Uruto''
|From ウルトラ ''urutora'' (ultra) or ''ultimate''
|-
|English, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese
|Ult
|From his Japanese name
|-
|Korean
|울트 ''Ult''
|From his Japanese name
|-
|Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
|烏魯特 ''Wūlǔtè''
| rowspan="2" |Transcription of his Japanese name
|-
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
|烏魯特 ''Wūlóuhdahk''
|}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==Related articles ==
* [[a:Category:Ult|Images on the Bulbagarden Archives]]
{{Rising Volt Tacklers}}
{{Pokémon Horizons characters|Legends Z-A|dark}}
{{Project Anime notice|no}}

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Kitakami

2025-08-15T19:53:08Z

Nutter Butter: if it's possible that it is neither, then calling it a different region is misleading

{{RegionInfobox
|regioncolor=Kitakami
|region=no
|name=Kitakami
|jname=キタカミ
|tmname=Kitakami
|image=Mossui Town SV Concept Art.png
|caption=Concept art
|size=300
|introduction=[[Pokémon Scarlet and Violet]] ([[The Teal Mask]])
|professor=None
|starter=None
|villain=[[Loyal Three|The Loyal Three]] {{ga|Pecharunt}}
|generation={{gen|IX}}
|games={{pkmn|Scarlet and Violet}} ([[The Teal Mask]])
|pokelist=[[List of Pokémon by Kitakami Pokédex number|Kitakami Pokédex]]
|series={{aniseries|HZ}} ''[[Pokémon: Paldean Winds]] (cameo)
|season=[[Pokémon Horizons: Season 2—The Search for Laqua|The Search for Laqua]]
}}

The '''land of Kitakami''' (Japanese: '''キタカミの里''' ''Kitakami countryside''), commonly known simply as '''Kitakami''', is a location featured in [[The Teal Mask]] expansion for {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}. It is separate from the [[region]] of [[Paldea]], but it is unclear whether it is itself a region, is part of a larger region, or is neither.

==Etymology and design concept==
===Etymology===
Kitakami may be named after areas named "{{wp|Kitakami}}" (北上) in the {{wp|Tōhoku region}} of northern Japan, which includes {{wp|Kitakami Mountains}} (北上山地), Kitakami River Basin (北上盆地), {{wp|Kitakami River}} (北上川), and {{wp|Kitakami, Iwate|Kitakami City}} (北上市). The name "Kitakami" is formed from the words 北 ''kita'' (north) and 上 ''kami'' (up).

===Design concept===
{{main|Pokémon world in relation to the real world#Kitakami|Pokémon world in relation to the real world → Kitakami}}
Kitakami may be inspired by the {{wp|Iwate Prefecture|Iwate}}, {{wp|Akita Prefecture|Akita}}, and {{wp|Aomori Prefecture|Aomori}} in the {{wp|Tōhoku region}}, particularly the {{wp|Towada-Hachimantai National Park}} and neighboring areas on the borders of the three prefectures. The aforementioned region is particularly well known for its rural atmosphere as well as its mountains and rice paddies.

==History==
===Prehistory===
{{spoilers}}
Hundreds of years prior to the events of {{G|Scarlet and Violet}}, a male {{p|Ursaluna}} crossed the sea and drifted ashore in Kitakami's [[Timeless Woods]] from [[Hisui]], surviving in this place led it to gain a unique appearance and special powers, as time passed, it turned into a myth around Kitakami and was known as the Bloodmoon Beast.

At some point, a man and an ogre named {{ga|Ogerpon}}, one day traveled to the land of Kitakami, carrying with them [[Crystal Cluster|some gems]] from a foreign land, but due to their uncommon appearance, they weren't allowed to get any closer to the [[Mossui Town|village]], forcing the two to sadly move to [[Oni Mountain|a nearby mountain]] but they were still happy to have each other, living together for sometime in [[Dreaded Den|a den]] inside the mountain. The village's mask-maker pitied the pair though, so using the man's crystals, he crafted [[:en:Category:Masks|four brilliant, adorned masks]] for them, which would be later named the [[Wellspring Mask|Wellspring]], [[Hearthflame Mask|Hearthflame]], [[Cornerstone Mask|Cornerstone]] and [[Teal Mask]]s, allowing them to blend in with the other villagers during their [[Festival of Masks]], making the duo very well known around the land thanks to their new, shiny masks.

As time passed, rumors about the duo and their masks began spreading further, even to distant lands, eventually they got to the ears of an old couple, who requested their Pokémon, {{ga|Pecharunt}}, to get it for them, it then recruited {{p|Okidogi}}, {{p|Munkidori}} and {{p|Fezandipiti}} as its retainers and the four made their way to Kitakami. They went into the duo's home while both were away, but the man found about it and engaged into a battle with them, being left heavily injured but was strong enough to protect at least one of the masks, while the other three were taken. Once Ogerpon returned to its home, it found it in ruins and its friend missing, with the Teal Mask left on the floor. It then donned its mask on and ran down into the village looking for its friend, only to find the four greedy Pokémon gloating over the stolen masks. It madly attacked them and after a battle, the three are slayed while the leader, Pecharunt managed to survive by hiding within its shell while being sent flying deep into the forest. The villagers around were scared of the ogre after seeing what it had done and assumed it was an evil ogre, while the three deceased Pokémon were heroes who sacrificed themselves for them. Ogerpon is left very wounded, but weakly returns to its home very saddened.

After witnessing the battle between the ogre and the greedy Pokémon, the villagers, assuming the three Pokémon were heroes and the ogre was a villain, buried the trio with care and built a monument atop it. They named the deceased trio the [[Loyal Three]] and the park they were buried in, the Loyal Three Park, which would be later renamed as the [[Loyalty Plaza]]. Being the only one aware of what truly happened, the mask-maker tried telling everyone about what truly happened, but they didn't take him seriously, considering him a heretic, forcing him to keep his story within his family, only passing it down to his descendants.

Over the years as the mask-maker passed down Ogerpon's true story to his descendants, soon the story was passed down to [[Yukito]] by his father.

===Contemporary history===
===={{g|Scarlet and Violet}}====
=====[[The Teal Mask]]=====
An annual school trip is held by the two sister schools. Four students of [[Paldea]]'s [[Naranja Academy]]{{sup/9|S}}/[[Uva Academy]]{{sup/9|V}}, which includes {{ga|Florian}}/{{ga|Juliana}}, and two students of [[Unova]]'s [[Blueberry Academy]], [[Kieran]] and [[Carmine]], alongside their teacher, [[Briar]], participate in the trip to Kitakami, the siblings's homeland. Once the students from Paldea arrive, Florian/Juliana meets the siblings Carmine and Kieran in [[Mossui Town]] with the former acting aggressively towards foreigners like them. Once the Paldean students had settled in the local community center, the Carataker tasks them with forming pairs and finding three signboards around Kitakami and reading the tale they describe. At Carmine's suggestion, Florian/Juliana and Kieran pair up and visits the first two signboards, which reveal the story between the [[Loyal Three]] and the {{ga|Ogerpon|Ogre}} as Kieran revealed that unlike most people, he really looks up to the powerful ogre. He later takes them to the [[Dreaded Den]] on [[Oni Mountain]], the supposed home of the ogre, however, they find nothing and return to Mossui Town, chosing to find the last signboard in the next day in order to participate the yearly the first day of the yearly [[Festival of Masks]].

During the celebration, Florian/Juliana spots a mysterious, masked kid sneaking away and follows them alongside Carmine, who discover that the child was in reality the fabled ogre, that ran away back to Oni Mountain, accidentally leaving its [[Teal Mask|mask]] behind. The two decide to hide the truth from Kieran and in the next day show the Teal Mask to Carmine and Kieran's grandfather, [[Yukito and Hideko|Yukito]], who then reveals the ogre's true name, {{p|Ogerpon}} and what truly happened between it and the Loyal Three. Carmine is outraged upon finding out that the people of Kitakami have been worshipping evil Pokémon for all this time, but Yukito tells her not to reveal the secret to anyone, as the mask maker, who had known the truth, had been labeled as a heretic for speaking against the Loyal Three in the past. Since the Teal Mask was chipped when it was dropped, they leave it for Yukito to be repaired while Florian/Juliana visit the last signboard with Kieran, unaware that he had secretly listened to his grandfather's story and is feeling betrayed for having been lied to regarding their encounter with Ogerpon. Afterwards, Florian/Juliana and Carmine make their way to the [[Crystal Pool]] atop Oni Moutain and find a [[Crystal Cluster]] to fix the Teal Mask. They also meet Briar there who wishes to make the [[Terastal phenomenon]] usable in other regions.

Upon returning to Mossui Town, they find out the Teal Mask has been stolen by Kieran and in the Loyalty Plaza, Kieran reveals that he knew they met Ogerpon without him, seeing it as them treating him like an outcast just like Ogerpon, he then challenges Florian/Juliana to a battle over the mask, only to be defeated, punch the Loyal Three monument out of frustration, and return the Teal Mask before running away. Afterwards a burst of light erupts from the monument, and the Loyal Three are inexplicably resurrected from their grave. They make their way to [[Kitakami Hall]], retrieve Ogerpon's [[Wellspring Mask|three]] [[Hearthflame Mask|remaining]] [[Cornerstone Mask|masks]], and are fed with Kitakami [[Mochi]] by the townspeople, who're still unaware of the truth. Florian/Juliana, Carmine, and Kieran soon finds the three attacking Ogerpon and scare them away. The trainers soon discovered where each of the Loyal Three away to and formed the Mask Retrievel Squad, however, Kieran decides to stay to do something else. Accompanied by Ogerpon, they beat each of the Loyal Three and retrieve each of its masks.

Kieran then reveals that he explained what truly happened to Ogerpon, clearing its name, and allowing it to come to Mossui Town whenever it wished. The trio soon accompanied Ogerpon back to its home, however, after everything they went through, it decided to go with Florian/Juliana on their journey. Kieran suddenly claims he wants to its partner instead and challengers them to one last battle, which he loses as well, however, he says he knew he couldn't win. The siblings then watch as Florian/Juliana battle and then catch Ogerpon. Distraught, Kieran runs away and locks himself in his room. After one more battle with Carmine, it's revealed that Briar, Carmine, and Kieran are heading back to Blueberry Academy early due to a development involving the [[Great Crater of Paldea]], though Carmine invites Florian/Juliana to come and see them again [[The Indigo Disk|later]]. In his house, Kieran continues obsessing over getting strong enough to defeat his rival and starts preparing for their next battle.

At some point, the photographer [[Perrin]] came to Kitakami from [[Sinnoh]] in order to find a {{p|Ursaluna|certain Pokémon}} and photograph it after she lost her spark in photography. Florian/Juliana meet Perrin in Mossui Town and after proving they're strong enough to help, she explains she's after the Bloodmoon Beast. They join her in her mission and make their way to the [[Timeless Woods]] where they take photos of many different Pokémon and are attacked by the Bloodmoon Ursaluna, Florian/Juliana defeats and catches it while Perrin succeeds in taking good photos of it. After developing the Bloodmoon Beast's photos, Perrin goes back home, but believes they'll meet again someday.

=====[[The Indigo Disk]]=====
After the events that took place in [[Area Zero Underdepths]], [[Kieran]] and [[Carmine]] take a break from [[Blueberry Academy]] and return to their home in Kitakami for sometime.

=====[[Mochi Mayhem]]=====
{{ga|Florian}}/{{ga|Juliana}} briefly returned to Kitakami with a [[Mythical Pecha Berry]] in their [[bag]] and visited Peachy's, checking a {{ga|Pecharunt|peach-shaped decoration}} that suddenly vanished while they were turned away talking to [[Arven]] about visiting their home back in [[Paldea]]. Florian/Juliana's {{pal|Mom}} gives them a letter from [[Kieran]], informing them that he's taking a break from [[Blueberry Academy]] and is currently residing at his home in [[Mossui Town]]. The letter also includes tickets for Florian/Juliana and their friends, including [[Nemona]] and [[Penny]], who are all feeling happy about the idea of getting to visit Kitakami, so they depart there immediately.

In Mossui Town, Nemona, having learned that Kieran used to be the {{pkmn|Champion}} of Blueberry Academy, is quick to challenge him to a {{pkmn|battle}}, and defeats him soundly before Florian/Juliana even has a chance to come see their match. Just then, [[Carmine]] shows up, performing a weird dance and repeating the word "[[mochi]]" over and over. Kieran explains that she's been acting like this ever since he sent his letter to Florian/Juliana. He suspects that his sister's odd behavior might have something to do with a curse that's rumored to be going around, but the group encourages him to stay positive. The group retreats to the Community Center for the night, but while they search for a hidden TV remote, Nemona suddenly disappears. When Florian/Juliana and Kieran go look for her, they find more villagers acting in the same strange way as Carmine. Spotting Nemona, they follow her to [[Reveler's Road]], where they witness Kieran's grandfather [[Yukito and Hideko|Yukito]] falling victim to the strange behavior as well after eating some suspicious mochi offered by his already-possessed wife, [[Yukito and Hideko|Hideko]].

After defeating Yukito and Hideko, Florian/Juliana receives a phone call from Arven and Penny, who have been holding out at Peachy's. When Florian/Juliana and Kieran return to Mossui Town, they spot a strange Pokémon, who also possesses Arven and Penny by firing pieces of mochi directly into their mouths. Florian/Juliana and Kieran avoid the mochi and face their possessed friends in a [[Multi Battle]]. Afterwards, they pursue the mysterious Pokémon to [[Loyalty Plaza]], where they also find Nemona, who has also been possessed. With a horde of possessed villagers approaching them, Kieran holds them off while Florian/Juliana battles Nemona. Once she has been defeated, Florian/Juliana challenges the mysterious Pokémon, identified as the [[Mythical Pokémon]] {{ga|Pecharunt}}, defeating and {{pkmn2|Caught|catching}} it. This releases everyone from Pecharunt's control, with only vague memories of what they did while possessed. After spending some more peaceful time in Kitakami, Florian/Juliana and their friends return to [[Paldea]], while Kieran and Carmine return to Blueberry Academy.
==Geography==
Kitakami is a landlocked region that is mostly mountainous, as a large mountain comprises most of the region, though some rivers are present at the top of the mountain and around it on the east side, some even leading outside of the region. There is a town at the base of the mountain, being the only town in Kitakami.

Kitakami is described as being far away from Paldea, where Florian/Juliana character lives, to the degree of a plane being required to travel there.

===Demographics===
At least 55 people live in Kitakami. This count excludes Kieran, Carmine, and walking NPCs, but does include people on and near Loyalty Plaza, as well as those immediately south of Kitakami Hall. Most of the people there are naturally born citizens there, like Ogerpon's mask-maker, though rarely do they see tourists. Apart from farming, a significant amount of income comes from tourism. Most of the residents of Kitakami do not appreciate this (with both Trainers and main characters referring to those not from Kitakami as "outsiders"). Though following the events of [[The Teal Mask]], many warm up to them.

===Notable locations===
Some notable locations around Kitakami include:

* [[Kitakami Road]], a large road leading to Mossui Town.
* [[Apple Hills]], a large apple orchard.
* [[Reveler's Road]], a small road between Mossui Town and the Kitakami Hall.
* [[Mossfell Confluence]], a place where a large lake is located at.
* [[Fellhorn Gorge]], a large gorge probably formed by the Oni Mountain's lost horn.
* [[Loyalty Plaza]], the small park which houses the monument and resting place of the [[Loyal Three]].
* [[Infernal Pass]], the area surrounding Oni Mountain.
* [[Oni Mountain]], the large oni's head-shaped mountain in the center of the land.
** [[Dreaded Den]], the small den in which the "{{ga|Ogerpon|Ogre}}" is said to live in.
** [[Oni's Maw]], the cave inside Oni Mountain's maw.
** [[Chilling Waterhead]], a large cave in the west of Oni Mountain.
** [[Crystal Pool]], a faintly glowing lake which contains large crystals that emit energy of the same wavelength as [[Terastal energy]].
* [[Wistful Fields]], a large field.
* [[Paradise Barrens]], a wasteland.
* [[Kitakami Wilds]], a section of wilderness with two lakes connected by rivers.
** [[Timeless Woods]], a mysterious forest, home to rare Pokémon, including a unique one known as the {{p|Ursaluna|Bloodmoon Beast}}.
* Three signboards that tell a false version of the tale of Ogerpon and the Loyal Three; the first in Loyalty Plaza, the second in Kitakami Hall and the third, at the base of Oni Mountain.

====Settlements====
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|- style="background:#FFF"
| [[File:Kitakami Hall SV.png|100px]]
| [[Kitakami Hall]]
| {{Tt|38|excluding walking NPCs}}
|}

====Animated series-exclusive====
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|- style="color:#FFF"
! style="background:#{{kitakami color}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Picture
! style="background:#{{kitakami color}}" | Location
! style="background:#{{kitakami color}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | Description
|- style="background:#FFF"
| [[File:Tengu Mountain.png|100px]]
| [[Tengu Mountain]]
| style="text-align:left" | A mountain where [[Lucius]]'s {{DL|Six Heroes|Kleavor}} had made its home. Notable landmarks are wetlands and a {{p|Dugtrio}}-shaped rock.
|}

==Trivia==
[[File:Flying Taxi Noctowl.png|thumb|100px|The loading symbol when using a Taxi in Kitakami]]
*Flying to another location in Kitakami shows a different [[Flying Taxi]] on the loading screen, featuring {{p|Noctowl}} rather than [[Paldea]]'s {{p|Squawkabilly}} and [[Blueberry Academy]]'s {{p|Skarmory}}.
*Despite not being part of Paldea, any Pokémon caught there will be displayed as being met in the Paldea region in [[Pokémon HOME]]. The same is also true for the [[Terarium]] in Blueberry Academy, which is located in the [[Unova]] region.

===Origin===
[[File:Pikachu Ogerpon Nebuta WCS23.jpeg|thumb|300px|To promote [[The Teal Mask]], {{p|Pikachu}} and {{p|Ogerpon}} appeared at the 2023 {{wp|Aomori Nebuta Matsuri}} as a float. The festival is the largest in the {{wp|Tohoku region}}. The choice to showcase the Nebuta at the [[2023 Pokémon World Championships]] in Yokohama leans to the idea of the real life region of {{wp|Tohoku region}} of Japan bearing a close resemblance to Kitakami.]]

* The culture of Kitakami resembles Japanese culture with the main characters of the story wearing clothing known as a {{wp|Jinbei|jinbei (甚平)}}. The architecture of the houses as seen in Kitakami also resemble typical Japanese houses.
* Food stalls (or {{wp|Yatai (food cart)|Yatai (屋台)}}) can be seen around the shrine, of Shinto style. The path is flanked by stone lanterns similar to {{wp|Stone lantern|Ishidoro (石灯籠)}} in Japanese culture. Paper lanterns called {{wp|Traditional lighting equipment of Japan#Chōchin|Chōchin (提灯)}} can also be seen.
* The main characters of the story also participate in the Festival of Masks in Kitakami Hall, similar to {{wp|Japanese festivals|matsuri (祭り)}} in Japan with its ties to spirtual animals, spirits, and/or deities according to ancient folklore. In the case of Kitakami, the summer festival celebrates "The Loyal Three" ({{p|Okidogi}}, {{p|Munkidori}}, and {{p|Fezandipiti}}) the Pokémon that protected Kitakami from the "Ogre" ({{p|Ogerpon}}). This story is similar to the Japanese folk tale of {{wp|Momotarō|Momotarō (桃太郎)}}, where a boy born from a peach who grows up to vanquish some ogres.
*The name of the {{wp|Iwate Prefecture}} in the {{wp|Tohoku Region}} means Rock (Iwa) Hand (Te). This comes a story where a deity names Mitsuishi (Three Rocks) vanquished an ogre called Rasetsu, who left an imprint of its hand on a large boulder on Mt. Nansho.<ref>[https://www.pref.iwate.jp/kyouikubunka/kokusai/1006971/1006978/1006979.html Origin of the name "Iwate"]</ref> This bears resemblance to the Loyal Three vanquishing {{p|Ogerpon}}.
*The culture of one of the largest festivals in the Tohoku region, {{wp|Aomori Nebuta Matsuri}}, is very similar to the themes explored in [[The Teal Mask]] (i.e. ogres appearing in many floats, which are typically depicted by humans by wearing a mask, reminiscent of [[Ogerpon]]). Alongside these cultural similarities, a real life nebuta float of {{p|Pikachu}} and {{p|Ogerpon}} appeared at the 2023 Aomori Nebuta festival.
* {{p|Ogerpon}} wears a mask, which could be a reference to {{wp|Devil's Sword Dance|Onikenbai (鬼剣舞)}} (lit. Ogre's Sword Dance), a traditional mask-wearing folk performance from the real-world {{wp|Kitakami, Iwate}}. This city is also home to a large traditional mask museum called Oni no Yakata (lit. Ogre's Museum).<ref>[https://japantravel.navitime.com/en/area/jp/spot/02301-14400444/ Oni no Yakata]</ref>
* {{p|Ogerpon}} could be inspired by {{wp|Menreiki|Menreiki (面霊気)}} which is a "mask essence" (or a {{wp| Yokai|Yokai (妖怪)}} born from a collection of masks). In the {{wp|Tohoku region}} of Japan, it is considered a form of {{wp|Tsukumogami|Tsukumogami (付喪神)}}.
* The Loyal Three are revered through small statues wearing red bibs, similar to that of {{wp|Kṣitigarbha#Japanese traditions|Ojizo-sama (お地蔵さま)}} or {{wp|Kitsune|Kitsune (きつね)}} found across Japan. The colour red is believed to ward off evil spirits in Japanese culture.<ref>[https://traditionalkyoto.com/culture/figures/inari-foxes/ Inari Foxes]</ref>
*{{p|Okidogi}} may be inspired by the large Japanese dog, {{wp|Akita (dog)|Akita}}. The Akita dog also originates from {{wp|Akita Prefecture}} in the Tohoku region of Japan, where Kitakami may be inspired from.
*{{p|Munkidori}} may be inspired by the {{wp|Japanese macaque}} which originate from {{wp|Aomori Prefecture}} of the {{wp|Tohoku region}}.
*{{p|Fezandipiti}} may be inspired by the Japanese Green Pheasant, {{wp|Green pheasant|Kiji}}. The Kiji is also Iwate Prefecture's symbolic bird<ref>[https://www.pref.iwate.jp/kids/1002230.html Iwate Prefecture Symbols]</ref>. Fezandipiti's Japanese name is "Kichikigisu", which contains the word "kigisu". Kigisu is an archaic reading for pheasant.
*{{p|Dipplin}}, the Evolution of {{p|Applin}}, also features in Kitakami. Sweet apples are often served during summer festivals in Japan. With {{wp|Aomori Prefecture}} being the largest producer of apples in Japan, it is well known for its apples around the world. As such, it is possible that Aomori's apples were the inspiration behind Dipplin. The trailer of the Teal Mask also heavily showcases an apple orchard, apple consumption, and a photoshoot with an apple cutout board.
*{{p|Poltchageist}} is inspired from {{wp|Tsukumogami|Tsukumogami (付喪神)}} which is a spirit (or {{wp| Yokai|Yokai (妖怪)}}) that is born from every-day inanimate objects, which is typical concept in Japanese Shinto belief.
*Only found in Kitakami, Bloodmoon {{p|Ursaluna}}'s [[Pokédex entry]] states that "It crossed the sea and drifted ashore in a new land." At the start of the quest, [[Perrin]] states that the Bloodmoon Ursaluna is native to her homeland, [[Sinnoh]], when it was still called [[Hisui]]. If Sinnoh is an analog to Hokkaido, its nearest landmass is the Tohoku region of Japan. Furthermore, Ursaluna may be based on the Ussuri brown bear, a subspecies of the brown bear native to Hokkaido and its surrounding areas.
** Another Hisuian Pokémon, White-Striped {{p|Basculin}}, is also found in Kitakami.
*Kitakami features a large mountain which can be scaled. This could be inspired by {{wp|Mount Iwaki|Mt. Iwaki}}, which means "God's Home" (カムィイワキ) in the local Ainu language. Mt. Iwaki is also known as the "Northern Fuji" due to its similar appearance. The reference to a deity and the north is similar to Kitakami, which means "northern god".

====Name origin====
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{Teal Mask color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{Teal Mask color dark}}"
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| キタカミの里 ''Kitakami no Sato''
| From 北 ''kita'' (north), 神 ''kami'' (deity) or 上 ''kami'' (upper), and possibly a reference to 北上 ''{{wp|Kitakami}}''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| English, German, Brazilian Portuguese
| Kitakami
| From its Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Spanish
| Noroteo
| From ''norte'' (north) and ''teo-'' (theo-: prefix for god)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| French
| Septentria
| From ''septentrional'' (northern)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Italian
| Nordivia
| From ''nord'' (north) and ''divinità'' (divinity)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 북신의 고장 ''Buksin-ui Gojang''
| From 북신 ''buksin'', Sino-Korean reading of Japanese 北神 ''kitakami'' (north deity)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
| 北上鄉 / 北上乡 ''Běishàng Xiāng''
| rowspan="2" | From 北 ''běi / bāk'' (north) and 上 ''shàng / séuhng'' (upper)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 北上鄉 ''Bākséuhng Hēung''
|}

==References==
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Loyal Three

2025-02-14T21:14:38Z

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[[File:The Loyal Three and Pecharunt.png|thumb|350px|Okidogi, Munkidori, Fezandipiti, and their leader, Pecharunt]]
The '''Loyal Three'''<ref>[https://scarletviolet.pokemon.com/en-us/news/dlc_locations/ DLC Locations — Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | Official Website]: "''There’s a park a short walk from town called Loyalty Plaza, where you can see statues of Okidogi, Munkidori, and Fezandipiti—a trio that the villagers fondly call the Loyal Three.''"</ref><ref>[https://youtube.com/watch?v=61tCka2xsJY&t=1754 Pokémon Presents | 8.8.2023]: "''This folktale tells of Pokémon who once saved Kitakami from an evil ogre: Okidogi, Munkidori, and Fezandipiti. These Pokémon are known as the Loyal Three, and they're hailed as heroes.''"</ref> (Japanese: '''ともっこさま''' ''Dear Companions''),<ref>[https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/sv_dlc/ja/story01/ Part 1: The Teal Mask "Pokémon Scarlet and Violet The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero" official site]</ref> also described as the '''Heroes of Kitakami'''<ref>[https://scarletviolet.pokemon.com/en-us/news/new_pokemon/ Pokémon — Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | Official Website]: "''The Heroes of Kitakami: Okidogi, Munkidori, and Fezandipiti''"</ref> (Japanese: '''キタカミの里の英雄たち''' ''Heroes of the Land of Kitakami''),<ref>[https://twitter.com/poke_times/status/1697474369314832626 poke_times]</ref> is a [[Legendary trio|trio]] of [[Legendary Pokémon]] consisting of {{p|Okidogi}}, {{p|Munkidori}}, and {{p|Fezandipiti}}. They originated from [[Region#Unnamed locations|an unknown land]], but currently reside in the land of [[Kitakami]]. {{p|Pecharunt}} is later revealed to be the [[Groups of Legendary and Mythical Pokémon#Legendary leaders|leader]] of the trio and the one that led them to Kitakami.

==Overview==
The three members are all [[Gender|male]], and they share a primary type, {{t|Poison}}; a {{pkmn|category}}, "Retainer Pokémon"; and an [[Ability]], {{a|Toxic Chain}}.

After their true, greedy nature is revealed, [[Carmine]] refers to them as the '''Lousy Three''' or the '''"Loyal" Three'''. Before being known as the '''Heroes of Kitakami''', they were known as '''Pecharunt's retainers'''.

==History==
The Pokémon that formed the Loyal Three were once [[List of disputed and unidentified Pokémon#Original Loyal Three|below-average Pokémon]]: {{p|Okidogi}} was small and weak, {{p|Munkidori}} was clumsy and dim-witted, and {{p|Fezandipiti}} had short, dull feathers, all living in [[Region#Unnamed locations|a faraway land]]. One day, the [[Mythical Pokémon]], {{p|Pecharunt}}, met each of them and, needing retainers to help it grant its caretakers's wishes, used its [[mochi|Binding Mochi]] and {{a|Toxic Chain|toxic chains}} to tame and transform each of them, granting them the strength,<ref>'''Map Mission Guide:''' ''"Locals believe worshiping Okidogi will grant you kindness and help keep things okeydokey between you and other people. Okidogi was once a smaller and weaker Pokémon, but a desire for strength led it to gain powerful muscles."'' ([[Pokémon Scarlet and Violet]]: [[The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero]] Part 1: [[The Teal Mask]])</ref> cleverness,<ref>'''Map Mission Guide:''' ''"Locals believe worshiping Munkidori leads to success in life—that doing so will make everything hunky-dory. Munkidori was originally a clumsy and dim-witted Pokémon, but a longing for cleverness led it to gain great wisdom."'' ([[Pokémon Scarlet and Violet]]: [[The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero]] Part 1: [[The Teal Mask]])</ref> and beauty<ref>'''Map Mission Guide:''' ''"Locals believe worshiping Fezandipiti will lead to good luck and serendipitous happenings. Fezandipiti was once a Pokémon with short, dull feathers, but a wish to be beautiful led it to gain an exquisite appearance."'' ([[Pokémon Scarlet and Violet]]: [[The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero]] Part 1: [[The Teal Mask]])</ref> that they respectively wished for. However, they also became chained to Pecharunt's will as a result, joining it in its quest to retrieve {{cat|Masks|a brilliant set of masks}} rumored to exist in the land of [[Kitakami]] for its caretakers.
[[File:Loyal Three fight Ogerpon.png|250px|thumb|left|{{p|Pecharunt}} and Loyal Three vs {{p|Ogerpon}}]]
The trio traveled through fields, mountains and seas until they arrived in the land of [[Kitakami]] to finally do what they were tasked for. They found a man and an [[Ogerpon (game)|ogre]] who were becoming famous around the region thanks to the masks the trio were ordered to retrieve. Munkidori managed to track down where the duo lived, then, Okidogi and Fezandipiti snuck into the [[Dreaded Den|den]] they resided in while the two were absent. However, as they were stealing the masks, the man returned to the cave. The man quickly attacked and after a brief struggle, Okidogi and Fezandipiti managed to leave with just three: the [[Wellspring Mask]], the [[Hearthflame Mask]], and the [[Cornerstone Mask]], as the man managed to hold onto the remaining [[Teal Mask]], while left heavily injured.
[[File:Ogerpon and defeated Loyal Three.png|250px|thumb|The Loyal Three slayed by Ogerpon.]]
Later, the ogre returned to its cave and found it in ruins, with only the Teal Mask left behind and no traces of its friend or the other masks. Donning the remaining Teal Mask with its cudgel in hand, the ogre set out to the nearby village in search of its friend, only to find the trio and Pecharunt gloating over their plunder. Enraged, the ogre slayed the trio and attacked Pecharunt, leaving it unconscious. Already afraid of the ogre due to its appearance, the villagers believed that the trio were actually defending them from the ogre, causing them to be even more scared of it. As the wounded ogre left the village, alone and in sorrow, the villagers named the trio the Loyal Three, and put their bodies to rest. The Loyal Three's remains were buried near the village, and a monument dedicated to honor their "sacrifice" was erected on top. The surrounding area would be known as Loyal Three Park, later renamed to [[Loyalty Plaza]].

Only the village mask maker, who had gifted the ogre and the man with the masks, understood what had transpired between the Loyal Three and the ogre. However, the other villagers dismissed him as a heretic for attempting to explain the truth. To protect his family from suffering the village's wrath as he did, he kept the truth hidden from everyone, and passed the truth down to his descendants as a family secret. From that point on, the Loyal Three were unjustly revered as heroes by the people of Kitakami for generations, even having them as part of their [[Festival of Masks]], crafting masks of Okidogi, Munkidori and Fezandipiti, along with the ogre's Teal Mask, as a way to celebrate their heroes' story and sacrifice.

According to local Kitakami beliefs, worshiping the Loyal Three would grant various benefits such as kindness, success, and good fortune.

==Similar movesets==
{| class="roundy" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; width:auto; background: #{{poison color}}; border: 5px solid #{{poison color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{poison color dark}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" |{{color2|{{poison color light}}|Level|Lv.}}
| style="background:#{{fighting color light}}" |[[File:1014Okidogi.png|96px]] {{pcolor|Okidogi|{{fighting color dark}}}} {{typecolor|Poison}}{{typecolor|Fighting}}
| style="background:#{{psychic color light}}" |[[File:1015Munkidori.png|96px]] {{pcolor|Munkidori|{{psychic color dark}}}} {{typecolor|Poison}}{{typecolor|Psychic}}
| style="background:#{{fairy color light}}" |[[File:1016Fezandipiti.png|96px]] {{pcolor|Fezandipiti|{{fairy color dark}}}} {{typecolor|Poison}}{{typecolor|Fairy}}
|-
| rowspan="4" style="text-align:right; background:#{{poison color dark}}" |{{color|{{poison color light}}|1}}
| style="background:#{{dark color light}}" |{{mcolor|Bite|{{dark color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{normal color light}}" |{{mcolor|Scratch|{{normal color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{fighting color light}}" |{{mcolor|Double Kick|{{fighting color dark}}}}
|-
| style="background:#{{fighting color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Low Kick|{{fighting color dark}}}}'''
| style="background:#{{psychic color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Confusion|{{psychic color dark}}}}'''
| style="background:#{{flying color light}}" |{{mcolor|Peck|{{flying color dark}}}}
|-
| style="background:#{{fighting color light}}" |''{{mcolor|Bulk Up|{{fighting color dark}}}}''
| style="background:#{{normal color light}}" |{{mcolor|Fake Out|{{normal color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{poison color light}}" |''{{mcolor|Poison Gas|{{poison color dark}}}}''
|-
| -
| style="background:#{{dark color light}}" |''{{mcolor|Flatter|{{dark color dark}}}}''
| style="background:#{{fairy color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Disarming Voice|{{fairy color dark}}}}'''
|-
| style="text-align:right; background:#{{poison color dark}}" |{{color|{{poison color light}}|8}}
| style="background:#{{normal color light}}" |''{{mcolor|Howl|{{normal color dark}}}}''
| style="background:#{{normal color light}}" |''{{mcolor|Helping Hand|{{normal color dark}}}}''
| style="background:#{{normal color light}}" |{{mcolor|Quick Attack|{{normal color dark}}}}
|-
| style="text-align:right; background:#{{poison color dark}}" |{{color|{{poison color light}}|16}}
| style="background:#{{poison color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Poison Fang|{{poison color dark}}}}'''
| style="background:#{{psychic color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Psybeam|{{psychic color dark}}}}'''
| style="background:#{{normal color light}}" |''{{mcolor|Attract|{{normal color dark}}}}''
|-
| style="text-align:right; background:#{{poison color dark}}" |{{color|{{poison color light}}|24}}
| style="background:#{{fighting color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Force Palm|{{fighting color dark}}}}'''
| style="background:#{{poison color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Clear Smog|{{poison color dark}}}}'''
| style="background:#{{flying color light}}" |{{mcolor|Wing Attack|{{flying color dark}}}}
|-
| style="text-align:right; background:#{{poison color dark}}" |{{color|{{poison color light}}|32}}
| style="background:#{{fighting color light}}" |{{mcolor|Counter|{{fighting color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{poison color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Poison Jab|{{poison color dark}}}}'''
| style="background:#{{poison color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Cross Poison|{{poison color dark}}}}'''
|-
| style="text-align:right; background:#{{poison color dark}}" |{{color|{{poison color light}}|40}}
| style="background:#{{poison color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Poison Jab|{{poison color dark}}}}'''
| style="background:#{{psychic color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Psychic|{{psychic color dark}}}}'''
| style="background:#{{normal color light}}" |{{mcolor|Tail Slap|{{normal color dark}}}}
|-
| style="text-align:right; background:#{{poison color dark}}" |{{color|{{poison color light}}|48}}
| style="background:#{{dark color light}}" |{{mcolor|Brutal Swing|{{dark color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{poison color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Sludge Wave|{{poison color dark}}}}'''
| style="background:#{{dark color light}}" |{{mcolor|Beat Up|{{dark color dark}}}}
|-
| rowspan="2" style="text-align:right; background:#{{poison color dark}}" |{{color|{{poison color light}}|56}}
| rowspan="2" style="background:#{{dark color light}}" |{{mcolor|Crunch|{{dark color dark}}}}
| rowspan="2" style="background:#{{dark color light}}" |''{{mcolor|Nasty Plot|{{dark color dark}}}}''
| style="background:#{{normal color light}}" |''{{mcolor|Swagger|{{normal color dark}}}}''
|-
| style="background:#{{dark color light}}" |''{{mcolor|Flatter|{{dark color dark}}}}''
|-
| style="text-align:right; background:#{{poison color dark}}" |{{color|{{poison color light}}|64}}
| style="background:#{{fighting color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Superpower|{{fighting color dark}}}}'''
| style="background:#{{psychic color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Future Sight|{{psychic color dark}}}}'''
| style="background:#{{flying color light}}" |''{{mcolor|Roost|{{flying color dark}}}}''
|-
| style="text-align:right; background:#{{poison color dark}}" |{{color|{{poison color light}}|72}}
| style="background:#{{normal color light}}" |{{mcolor|Giga Impact|{{normal color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{dark color light}}" |{{mcolor|Parting Shot|{{dark color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{fairy color light}}" |'''{{mcolor|Moonblast|{{fairy color dark}}}}'''
|-
| colspan="5" style="background:#{{poison color dark}}; color: #{{poison color light}}; {{roundybottom|5px}};" |Moves in '''bold''' get {{color2|{{poison color light}}|Same-type attack bonus|STAB}}. Moves in ''italics'' do no damage.
|}{{-}}

==Base stat comparison==
{{triostats|poison|1014|Okidogi|fighting|88|128|115|58|86|80|1015|Munkidori|psychic|88|75|66|130|90|106|1016|Fezandipiti|fairy|88|91|82|70|125|99}}

==In the games ==
===Pokémon Scarlet and Violet===
[[File:The Loyal Three.png|thumb|250px|The Loyal Three after being resurrected]]
Prior to the release of update 2.0.1, the Loyal Three could be seen on a poster in [[Medali]], teasing the future expansion.

The Loyal Three formally appear in [[The Teal Mask]]. They are somehow suddenly resurrected after their grave was punched by Kieran and emerge from their burial ground, destroying the shrine in the process. They proceed to [[Mossui Town]], where they are fed Kitakami [[Mochi]] by the villagers and given back Ogerpon's masks that they had stolen, which the villagers had kept in [[Kitakami Hall]]. Afterwards, the three head to the [[Dreaded Den]] to fight {{p|Ogerpon}} again, but are stopped by the player, causing them to flee. Wanting to help Ogerpon retrieve her masks back, the player forms a group called the "Mask Retrieval Squad" with [[Carmine]] and [[Kieran]] — the latter two being descendants of the mask maker who provided Ogerpon with her masks.

Presumably due to the mochi they were fed earlier, the Loyal Three assumed [[Titan Pokémon|titanic forms]], requiring the player and [[Carmine]] to team up to take each one down together. Eventually, they were beaten and forced out of their titanic forms, causing them to leave behind their stolen masks.

In the post-story, the player can optionally rematch and catch the individual members at the same areas they were fought at before.

In the [[Mochi Mayhem]] epilogue, if the player uses any of the Loyal Three members against their former leader, {{p|Pecharunt}}, as it tries to take control over [[Mossui Town]], it'll become enraged, possibly feeling betrayed that they now follow the player instead of it.

<gallery>
The Teal Mask Poster In Game.png|On a poster in [[Medali]]
Loyal Three Sign Image.png|As seen on the signs around Kitakami
</gallery>

==Music==
{| class="roundtable" style="margin:auto; text-align: center; background: #{{poison color}}; border: 3px solid #{{poison color dark}}"
|- style="background:#{{poison color light}}"
!Games
!Location
!Song name
!Composition
!Arrangement
|- style="background:#FFF"
! rowspan="4" |{{GameIcon|Sc}}{{GameIcon|Vi}}
|When recounting their story on signposts around Kitakami
|History of the Signboard
|Minako Adachi
| Minako Adachi
|- style="background:#FFF"
|When the Loyal Three are resurrected from their monument
|The Loyal Three Come Back to Life
|Minako Adachi
| Minako Adachi
|- style="background:#FFF"
|When the Loyal Three are initially interacted with
|The Loyal Three Wreak Havoc
|Minako Adachi
| Minako Adachi
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Battling the Loyal Three
|Battle! (The Loyal Three)
| Minako Adachi
| Minako Adachi
|-
| class="roundybottom" style="background: #{{poison color}}; color:#fff;" colspan="5" |'''Song names marked with an asterisk are unofficial, as they have not received a soundtrack release.'''
|}

==Trivia==
[[File:Pecharunt Ogerpon Backstory.png|thumb|200px|A depiction of {{p|Pecharunt}} in {{p|Ogerpon}}'s story]]
*During the scene showcasing {{ga|Ogerpon}}'s true story as told by [[Yukito and Hideko|Yukito]], when the Loyal Three are about to steal Ogerpon's masks, {{ga|Pecharunt}} can be barely seen right above Okidogi. What appears to be a Pecharunt decoration can also be seen at Peachy's in [[Mossui Town]], which is later implied in [[Mochi Mayhem]] to be the actual Pecharunt, simply slumbering after the Loyal Three's defeat at the hands of Ogerpon.
*During the start of the battles against the {{pkmn2|Titan}}ic forms of {{p|Okidogi}}, {{p|Munkidori}}, {{p|Fezandipiti}}, and {{p|Pecharunt}}, a psychedelic effect briefly appears on the screen. This effect appears to be caused by Pecharunt's toxic powers, as each of the Loyal Three members possess a toxic chain wrapped around their body and Pecharunt is the source of that power.
* If the player uses any member of the Loyal Three in the battle against Pecharunt, Pecharunt will react with shock and anger, yelling out "Pechaaa! Chraaahhh!".
**Pecharunt will repeat this reaction every time each Loyal Three member is sent out for the first time.
** Inversely, Ogerpon will be the one to react should she be used in battle against Pecharunt. Much like it, Ogerpon will react with anger and loathing, yelling out "GRAH! Pon PON!!!"
* The Loyal Three are the only deceased Pokémon to be shown being revived onscreen in the core series games.

===Origin===
The Loyal Three, {{p|Pecharunt}}, and {{p|Ogerpon}} appear to reference the Japanese folktale of ''{{wp|Momotarō}}'', albeit with the roles of the heroes and the villains reversed. The tale of ''Momotarō'' relates the titular Momotarō, a boy born from inside a peach, who traveled alongside a talking dog, monkey, and pheasant to fight a band of ''{{wp|oni}}'' (a Japanese folkloric creature commonly equated to ogres in translations).

The names of the trio's members all reference different expressions that are associated with happiness: Okidogi being taken from "okeydokey", Munkidori being taken from "hunky-dory", and Fezandipiti being taken from "serendipity".

As per each of their {{pkmn|Scarlet and Violet|Scarlet}} [[Pokédex entry|Pokédex entries]] and [[Type|typing]], the Loyal Three may also draw inspiration from the common media trope: ''brawn vs brains vs beauty'', with Okidogi being the brawn (part {{t|Fighting}} type, “…Okidogi transformed and gained a powerful phisique”), Munkidori being the brains (part {{t|Psychic}} type, “It stimulated Munkidori’s brain…”), and Fezandipiti being the beauty (part {{t|Fairy}} type, “Fezandipiti owes its beautiful looks…”).

Additionally, the Loyal Three appear to share a thematic tie to the number eight. This may be because the character ''8'' looks like a set of chains. Eight is also considered a lucky number in many Asian cultures, including Japanese, which aligns with the trio's naming convention and role. Notably, there are eight complete chains worn by the three: Okidogi has three in its scarf, Munkidori has one in its headband, and Fezandipiti has four in its belt. The group's shared base HP stat of 88 can be read in Japanese as {{wp|Japanese wordplay#Goroawase|goroawase}} for やばい ''yabai'', which can mean "terrible" or "dangerous", referencing their true nature as greedy, vicious thieves. Conversely, 88 can also be read as goroawase for ぱちぱち ''pachipachi'', the sound of clapping. This could reference the trio's misinterpreted role as heroes in their story. {{ga|Pecharunt}}, often viewed as the leader of the Loyal Three, also shares the same base HP stat of 88; all of its other stats are 88 as well, except for it's Defense, which is 160, a multiple of 8. Pecharunt is also caught at [[level]] 88. Additionally all the moves they learn levels at aside from level 1, are mutiples of 8.

==In other languages ==
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|zh_yue=寶伴 ''{{tt|Bóubuhn|Precious Companions}}''
|zh_cmn=寶伴 / 宝伴 ''{{tt|Bǎobàn|Precious Companions}}''
|fr=Adoramis
|de=Gefährten
|it=Beniamici
|ko=세벗님 ''{{tt|Sebeonnim|Three Friends}}''
|pt_br=Três Leais
|es=Compatrones
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==References==
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==External links==
*[https://youtu.be/njA84xxxe8o?si=u_10UE0aEgpbeFGl The Untold Story of Pecharunt] on the official Pokémon English [[YouTube]] channel
*[https://youtu.be/g_lY_H2fLyU?si=eIxvfvFGJzvb-q-o 知られざる「モモワロウ物語」 (''Unknown Story of Momowarou'')] on the official Pokémon Japanese YouTube channel

==Related articles==
* {{p|Okidogi}}
*{{p|Munkidori}}
*{{p|Fezandipiti}}
*[[Ogerpon (game)]]
*[[Pecharunt (game)]]

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[[Category:Groups of Legendary and Mythical Pokémon]]

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Talk:History of the Pokémon world

2024-11-03T21:57:19Z

Nutter Butter: /* How Much Weight Should We Give To The Recent Information? */

==Shaping this article==
I think this article needs to be redesigned... "history" is a bit of a general term - there are differences between the histories in different parts on the cannon (games, anime and different manga series have contradicted each other several times in the past). We need to make rules to decide what goes in and what doesn't...--[[User:ElectAbuzzzz|ElectAbuzzzz]] 12:37, 13 April 2007 (UTC)

It may not even be possible to write such an article since there is not much historical information, not to mention a good part of it is legend. (Then again, in this world it seems legends are generally true.) - [[User:Zhen Lin|振霖]][[User talk:Zhen Lin|T]] 15:17, 13 April 2007 (UTC)
:I think it's more accurate to say that the Pokemon that ''appear'' in legend are true. There's no solid evidence to say that the Sinnoh Myths aren't simply that: Myth. I feel that until Nintendo officially confirms that Arceus did in fact create the Universe, or any other legend, such as Regigigas moving the continents, we should treat them purely as myth and/or theory, and not include them with articles dealing with fact, such as this Timeline.--[[User:Dual|Dual]] 03:11, 15 August 2007 (UTC)

The timeline must have another sub article--[[User:Joshuamanimtim2|Snorlax]] 10:30, 1 May 2007 (UTC)

Should the spinoff games (Colosseum, XD, Ranger, Snap...) fit in anywhere? There's not a lot of evidence linking those to the handheld games... is there any way to put them in? --[[User:Kayube|Kayube]] 04:09, 17 June 2007 (UTC)
:I doubt it. There is no indication that any events in the non-handheld games are canon to the basic storyline, so there's no real point to including it here. On another note, it's my personal opinion that this needs to be moved to a different article, because there isn't much of the history that has been confirmed; most of it, as has been mentioned, is legend and theory. Regardless, I'm going to try to clean this up a bit and Wikify it some. [[User:Vekter|Vekter]] 15:40, 15 April 2008 (UTC)
::Well, the Pokemon Ranger games seem to actually reference events from the games (and also is the reason why {{p|Manaphy}} even exists in the main games.) If we aren't going to count the Ranger games are canon to the basic storyline, then we shouldn't count Manaphy as canon, either, since that's the only EVENT pokemon in the main series that debuted in a side game/spinoff game rather than in the main game series. Besides, since we can't transfer any prior gen pokemon onto the R/S/E/FR/LG game packs, Pokemon Colosseum is currently the only legit way to even ACQUIRE Celebi (though this is only in the Japanese version), and it (as well as it's sequel, Gale of darkness) is also the only OTHER legit way to acquire Ho-Oh and Lugia if you didn't get the Mystic tickets in the Emerald/FR/LG versions. now, for games like Mystery dungeon, yes, those SHOULDN'T be counted as canon in there, since that's an Alt universe. [[User:Weedle Mchairybug|Weedle Mchairybug]] 13:04, 11 July 2008 (UTC)
:::What should NOT be considered canon is all this fan-made BS about Pokemon populations decreasing, when the unobtainables came into being, how Doduo/Dodrio came to have multiple heads, etc. -- [[User:Umbee|Umbee]] 22:01, 2 October 2008 (UTC)
::::Do you think the "Contemporary History" should be moved to a new article called "Timeline of events in the games"? This article is supposed to be about how the Pokémon Universe developed, not what happened in it afterwards.

== Can anyone state where it was said that the S.S. Tidal was created in the 1990s? ==

I need to know because the article said it was created in that time period, and yet I don't really recall the games even stating that it was created in the 1990s (In fact, I don't even recall it even mentioning the date of when it was created at all).
:Don't forget to sign your comment with four tildes <nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>. On to the subject i agree there is no mention of when it was built nor is there mention of its age and assume its age from the release date. So Any suggestions on what to do with it? [[User:Pterodactal|Pterodactal]] 07:00, 16 September 2007 (UTC)
::I seem to recall the ship was under construction during the journey portion of [[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire|R/S/]][[Pokémon Emerald|E]]. [[User:Bardock|Bar]][[User_Talk:Bardock|dock]] 12:33, 27 January 2009 (UTC)

I created it. Sorry. But we could leave it as it is. [[User:Joshuamanimtim2|K.J.Boring]] 11:31, 15 September 2008 (UTC)

== Generation III ==

It should be sometime BEFORE Generation II and AFTER Generation I because Generation II states that STEEL is a NEWLY discovered type, and Generation III has steel types... <sc>'''[[User:Optimus35|Agent]] [[User talk:Optimus35|#448]]'''</sc> <sc>[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?limit=50&title=Special%3AContributions&contribs=user&target=Optimus35&namespace=0&year=&month=-1 ☆] | [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZPMmUEHFIU ♥]</sc> This will put you off eating for life! 12:30, 23 November 2007 (UTC)
:Here's how the Generations go in chronological order (This isn't merely fanon, it is supported by evidence from the various canons.)

Generation I→Generation III→→→Generation II→Generation IV

→=short time in betweeen →→→=long time in between

[[User:Shiny Noctowl|Shiny]][[User talk:Shiny Noctowl|?]][[Special:Contributions/Shiny Noctowl|!]] 13:22, 23 November 2007 (UTC)
:: This really puzzles me - I'm not saying you're wrong, I'm just confused by this: how exactly are Generations in that order? I don't even understand how Generations I and II could have their timelines connected with III and IV... Ie: what is the canonical proof for this? (not because I'd doubt it - rather I'd love to know it, please) [[User:Sipulichu|Sipulichu]] 20:51, 31 July 2008 (UTC)

:I don't think that Steel is newly DISCOVERED type. It's just newly classified type out of those we actually had (the Steel Pokémon could be identified as Rock Pokémon before). The text in game may be mistranslated, since American Pokémon media loves to give us a shit about "new" Pokémon. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] 13:26, 23 November 2007 (UTC)

== Moon Stone ==

What about "The Moon Stone"?
Of [[EP006|Clefairy and the Moon Stone]]:

"Seymour theorizes this is because both '''the Pokémon came from outer space''', and '''the Moon Stone was their spacecraft''' - which means the Stone belongs to the Pokémon, and the humans must leave it alone."

[[User:Mateussf|Mateussf]] 21:28, 3 December 2007 (UTC)

That was only in the animé. As far as I know, the whole "Pokémon came from outer-space" thing was never mentioned in any game.--[[User:Pokencyclopedia|Pokencyclopedia]] 23:59, 2 January 2008 (UTC)

Except for MAYBE Deoxys and the Clefairy family

~~Weedle McHairybug~~

How about Jirachi? Comet=Outer Space --'''[[User:Theryguy512|Theryguy]][[User talk:Theryguy512|5]][[User:Theryguy512/Contribution Page|1]][[User:Theryguy512/Similarities|2]]''' 18:52, 13 January 2008 (UTC)

thanks for pointing him out, Theryguy512.
~~Weedle McHairybug~~

IIRC there is an NPC in the Space Center that mentions the theory in Generation III. I believe I've also seen this mentioned in other games, though I may be mistaken. [[User:Vekter|Vekter]] 15:43, 15 April 2008 (UTC)

:Lunatone and Solrock appearantly came from outer space as well. ~[[User:SaturnYoshi|'''$aturn''']][[User:SaturnYoshi|'''¥oshi''']] [[User talk:SaturnYoshi|THE VOICES]] 14:40, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

The theory is explicitly stated by a Lass outside of Brock's gym in Gen. I and Gen. III. That Clefairy are aliens. Deoxys is also stated to be an alien virus that came to Earth on a meteorite. Kyurem was believed to be an alien before his status as Reshiram and Zekrom's original body was discovered. Solrock and Lunatone are also stated to be extraterrestrials and Elgyem and Beheeyem are based off of the 1949 Roswell, New Mexico incident so even though it's never stated outright, they're aliens as well. I personally think that the arrival of Pokémon from outer space should be included. --[[User:BlackButterfree|BlackButterfree]] ([[User talk:BlackButterfree|talk]]) 04:53, 2 June 2014 (UTC)

== Where did the bird trio go? Sinnoh. ==

Look at this, the legendary bird trio ( Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres ) is revealed to roam Sinnoh in Pokémon Platnum. These three, are missing in the GSC games (they can't be found in Kanto). So, they might have flown to Sinnoh. [[User:Joshuamanimtim2|K.J.Boring]] 04:55, 14 September 2008 (UTC)
:Maybe if someone actually says that in-game. Otherwise, it's speculation.--[[User:Urutapu|Ｌｏｖｅはドコ？]] ([[User talk:Urutapu|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Urutapu|contribs]]) 05:03, 14 September 2008 (UTC)
:::No one says that those are the same birds though. The Frontier brains afterall have legendary birds aswell.
Forgot to sign name--[[User:Outrage DD|Outrage DD]] 23:26, 3 October 2008 (UTC)
::::In the anime as well, it's shown that there are multiple versions of legendaries (even in the same frame, a mother and baby Lugia come to mind). ←{'''[[User:Berrymaster|Berrymaster]]|[[User_talk:Berrymaster|Talk]]|[[Special:Contributions/Berrymaster|Contrib]]'''}→ 23:28, 3 October 2008 (UTC)

==Clean-Up, Please?==

Going through this article, all I see is fan speculation and unusual conclusions. I for one would like to see some evidence of these claims, as many of them see totally made-up. For example: What connection to Kyogre and Manaphy have? And "herds" of Latios and Latias? As far as I remember, it's one for each player. I wouldn't say there were "herds" of Mewtwo, would you?
[[User:Me, Hurray!|Me, Hurray!]] 03:05, 27 November 2008 (UTC)

:Actually, the "Herds" of Latios and Latias was stated in the Pokedex Entries of Latios and Latias. Don't believe me? Try looking at the pokedex portion of their article. [[User:Weedle Mchairybug|Weedle Mchairybug]] 03:12, 27 November 2008 (UTC)
::[[Kyogre]] and [[Manaphy]] were both in Ranger of The Sea Temple ( i think thats what it was called)[[User:DCM|DCM]][[User talk:DCM|((Shut the **** up]][[Special:Contributions/DCM|Spy on My Edits))]]
::Mewtwo is the only successful clone (attempted by humans) of a Pokémon as far as we know. And we're 100% certain that he's the only Mewtwo out there. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 03:25, 27 November 2008 (UTC)
::And in the case of the games, it's also the only cloned pokemon, Period [even then, lab notes hinted that it wasn't even a clone {the whole "Mew Gave Birth" thing comes to mind}.] [[User:Weedle Mchairybug|Weedle Mchairybug]] 00:17, 29 November 2008 (UTC)
:: Okay, okay, but I still think these should be referenced in the article. It is still true that most of the article is mere specualtion, however. [[User:Me, Hurray!|Me, Hurray!]] 04:32, 27 November 2008 (UTC)
:::Actually, I doubt that half of it is speculation. Most of it is from the games. Yeah, some of it is guessing for the dates, but that is why they have a large number of years separating the different sections, as the games don't give specific dates, except for that Arceus created the Pokémon universe. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 17:15, 27 November 2008 (UTC)
:::: Because everything mentioned in the games is meant to be taken literally. Yes. I see it now. Silly me.[[User:Me, Hurray!|Me, Hurray!]] 20:41, 27 November 2008 (UTC)
Sorry. I didn't mean for it to seem like that. When things are typed, they always sound different in the mind of somebody else. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 00:16, 29 November 2008 (UTC)
:: I'm sorry, I strayed away from the point. My only problem is that there is no evidence and there are no citations in the artical. It's alright pointing things out here in the talk page, but if there's no evidence in the artical itself then I don't think it meets certain standards. I'm really just requesting evidence.
:::We can't really cite the games, which is why there aren't any citations at the moment. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 21:22, 2 December 2008 (UTC)
::::You can ''sorta'' cite the games. Who to talk to and where to see what's said. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 04:14, 7 December 2008 (UTC)
:::::True. But I think the citing that Me, Hurray is talking about is links and stuff. Or at least very specific descriptions of where they come from. Links we can't do for games, but yeah, I guess it would take some time, but we could find all of the people who tell us the random info. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 04:20, 7 December 2008 (UTC)
:::::: Mentioning who gives the information in-game sounds like a satasfactory measure to me. at least then the information can be varified and proven correct. [[User:Me, Hurray!|Me, Hurray!]] 16:46, 8 December 2008 (UTC)

==Rotom==

it is never said that Rotom was made in the 70's, infact I taught [[Pluto]] discovered it in the 50's, so I think we should leave it blank until Platinum's out in english [[User:Ultamatecharizard|Ultamate]][[User Talk:Ultamatecharizard|Charizard]] 16:49, 8 December 2008 (UTC)
:I only knew he discovered it. In his youth. I didn't know there was a date involved. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 22:25, 8 December 2008 (UTC)
::I still don't get who put that in, I mean it would be diffrent it was ever said but I looked Rotom's page and it didn't say anything [[User:Ultamatecharizard|Ultamate]][[User Talk:Ultamatecharizard|Charizard]]
:::All you have to do is go through the editing history. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 20:31, 16 December 2008 (UTC)

==Multiple Mew!?==
Alright, who said that Mew were plentiful soon after the creation of the Pokémon world? And how does anyone know that [[Mew (Lucario and the Mystery of Mew)|this Mew]] is different from [[Mew (Mewtwo Strikes Back)|that Mew]]? It could just be a different voice actor. [[User:Palkiajosh|パルキアJosh]] 23:23, 9 December 2008 (UTC)
*Ok, about the reason why Mew from Mewtwo Strikes Back being different from the Mew from Lucario and the Mystery of Mew, it's for a couple of reasons. Yes, the voice doesn't necessarily mean much, however, MSB's Mew's Japanese VA was definitely in the 8th Movie as he (she? I don't really know the VA's gender) was the one who voiced Sir Aaron in that Movie. I mean, why would they give Mew a different VA (assuming that it IS the same one) if it's original VA is still very much available? Plus, the one from Movie 1 was very far from Kanto, and If this were the same mew, it would spend most of it's time inside of a Lake/Jungle than in a deciduous forest with a [[Tree of Beginning|Tree-like Rock formation]], not to mention that MSB's Mew lives a considerably far distance from Kanto, or heck, any of the regions that have been seen thus far, while LatMoM's Mew was located, if not in Kanto, then just barely beyond the border. As for the multiple parts, I'm guessing the fossilized remains of a Mew, as well as it being a genetic ancestor to every pokemon seems to answer that question.) [[User:Weedle Mchairybug|Weedle Mchairybug]] 23:36, 9 December 2008 (UTC)
Don't forget that the first Mew was seen to be sleeping underwater, possibly for a long time, untill Mewtwo unleashed his power on the world, creating storms and kidnapping the Nurse Joy of the city. The most recent Mew, was seen to have been connected to the Tree of Beginning, so it should be assumed Mew can't be away from it for long periods of time (longer than seen in the movie). And it and the Tree are so closely connected, when Mew would be damaged in the first movie, the Tree would also sustain damage. And the first Mew is also living in the Johto area, not Kanto. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 21:54, 10 December 2008 (UTC)
Mew is the ancestor of all life. A being cannot breed with itself. Thus-multiple Mews-Mtn_Otter

== Lugia did what? ==

Who ever said Lugia actually created the 3 birds? just because it's the master trio doesn't mean it created them. --'''[[User:InuMimi|いぬ]][[User talk:InuMimi|みみ]]''' 23:42, 16 December 2008 (UTC)
:Well........now thats up to interpretation. I say no[[User:DCM|DCM]][[User talk:DCM|((曲奇饼妖怪]][[Special:Contributions/DCM|Spy on My Edits))]]
::I agree. It doesn't say anywhere that he created them. It just says that a Lugia has the power to destroy (Pokédex entries) or save the world (movie), depending on the situation. It only has control over the birds and their powers, and I think they only obey him out of respect for a higher being. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 16:13, 18 December 2008 (UTC)

== Cleanup! ==

This article is really very well done as it sums up everything so those supposed continuity errors are straingtened out (such as the "Which came first? Arceus or Mew?" paradox). But I really think it needs a cleanup. All it has are random dot points on Pokemon that aren't related. Clean it up!
Also, fan assumptions should be excluded! It's annoying to see speculation assumed as fact. [[User:Bttsstewart|Bttsstewart]] 15:30, 18 December 2008 (UTC)
:Well, we've been trying to do that for a while. And if you want it cleaned up, then don't just tell people to do it. You need to do something too. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 16:10, 18 December 2008 (UTC)
::There really isn't a paradox concerning Arceus and Mew. It is ''believed'' (according to Dex entries) that Mew is the ancestor of Pokémon, but it clearly states in the DPPt origin story that Arceus was born before every other Pokémon (before the universem even). Arceus created Mew, ta-dah! And like [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] said, you can't just tell people to do things you want done. [[User:LordArceus|'''Lord''']][[User talk:LordArceus|'''Arc''']][[Special:Contributions/LordArceus|'''eus''']] 16:12, 18 December 2008 (UTC)
I've had an interesting theory, which could solve the Arceus/Mew paradox. Arceus may have created the universe, but what if Mew came around before the universe was created, and Arceus sort of descended from it? Also, Mew is the ANSCESTOR of all Pokémon, not necassarily their creator. So if Arceus created Dialga and Palkia and the Lake Trio, then they are still anscestors of Mew, because Arceus is.

Please remember to sign comments. I realise that there's no Mew/Arceus paradox, not really. I just mean this article can definitively solve the arguing. (I've seen A LOT of arguing on the subject.) [[User:Bttsstewart|Bttsstewart]] 14:33, 14 January 2009 (UTC)

To answer above from Rocket Admin Hunter Blade & LordArceus): I didn't think I was 'qualified' enough to contribute to the cleanup. I though you sort of had to be in the webiste 'inner ring'. Haha. I guess that's silly. I've just had a look and I think it's fine as it is. It's just the allignment of the dot points that's a little dodgy. [[User:Bttsstewart|Bttsstewart]] 14:42, 14 January 2009 (UTC)
:The only "qualification" you need, is the ability to not get carried away and screw everything up. Other than that, you should be able to do a lot, such as grammar mistakes, spelling, punctuation, and moving text to the correct sections. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 22:11, 14 January 2009 (UTC)

== Celebi, Jirachi and Shaymin ==

Where did the "theory" come around supposing that Celebi, Jirachi and Shaymin were all born at the same time, and after the invention of the Unown writing system? There's no evidence to support this, so why even include it? [[User:Taromon777|Taromon777]] 22:55, 23 January 2009 (UTC)

== Pictures ==

I think it would improve this article a great deal of some pictures were included. It would give people more of an idea of what they were reading about. If anyone has any pictures of ancient Sinnoh region tapestries, or anything similar, be sure to add it to the article! [[User:Taromon777|Taromon777]] 22:55, 23 January 2009 (UTC)

== Kyogre Problem ==

How could Kyogre have expanded the sea with the help of Manaphy and Lugia when it went to sleep millions of years before, and wasn't woken up again until the events of Generation III? I think that, considering the fact that the Pokémon world is very similar to our own, the sea was probably created the same way that Earth's sea was, and that the theory of it being created by Pokémon is simply a legend. There is definately no archaelogical evidence that it was expanded by Pokémon! Maybe, until we are certain, we shouldn't mention how the sea was created like it is fact. [[User:Taromon777|Taromon777]] 22:55, 23 January 2009 (UTC)
:Please sign your edits. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 19:39, 23 December 2008 (UTC)
::This is all based off Dex entries and such. Kyogre created the oceans, not Manaphy or Lugia[[User:DCM|DCM]][[User talk:DCM|((曲奇饼妖怪]][[Special:Contributions/DCM|Spy on My Edits))]]

==Writing System==
The article claims that the first writing system was created 1500 years before Generation 1. If this is based on present time, the first writing system was created in 500 AD. I haven't done any research yet, but I'm just noting that in our world, writing was created in about 2500 BC (Egyptians). This would be 4500 years before the present. [[User:Firemaker|Firemaker]] 23:29, 3 January 2009 (UTC)
Also the information about the pokemon (Mamoswine, Farfetch'd, Magikarp); is that true? [[User:Firemaker|Firemaker]] 23:29, 3 January 2009 (UTC)
:Writing first came about around 3400-3000 BC. It's still disputed wether Egypt or Mesopotamia had the oldest writing system. And for your second question, yes. Mamoswine are based off of woolly mammoths, so their history is almost the same as in our world. Farfetch'd have been mentioned somewhere, for their history, but I can't remember. And then Magikarp are the easiest. Many of their TCG Pokédex info boxes talk about it. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 23:48, 5 January 2009 (UTC)

I'm also curious about what citations there are for when the writing system was created, as I can't find any in-game dialogue referencing that myself. Does anyone know where that information came from? I wonder whether said dialogue might have actually been in reference to language in Kanto/Johto/Hoenn/Sinnoh specifically, rather than the entire world, as Japan adopted the Chinese writing system as its first ever writing system in 500 CE. But without the source text from the game, I can't really make that determination. [[User:Chigauchigau|Chigauchigau]] ([[User talk:Chigauchigau|talk]]) 06:56, 13 April 2023 (UTC)

== Gigas? ==

Didn't IT make the three, not humans? '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 08:16, 1 May 2009 (UTC)
:It says that? I haven't been paying attention then... They came around naturally, so nobody really created them, not even Regigigas. Although Platinum DOES say he did, the problem is that the Pt. Dex entry goes against what the Gen. III Dex entries say. [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|R.A. Hunter B.]] 18:48, 1 May 2009 (UTC)
::I think it says in the Gen III Pokédex entries that humans created the first three Regis. Regigigas, on the other hand, came into being naturally, and helped to shape the continents. That's what I always though anyway. [[User:Taromon777|Taromon777]] 19:55, 29 May 2009 (UTC)
:::I read that Gigas did the continents, but it became too strong so humans made the Regis and used them as keys to seal it away. Of course, that may have come from this site.... — [[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|THE TROM]] — 08:23, 30 May 2009 (UTC)

::::That's the thing... most of the stuff on Bulba is from other things here... but in this case, it's hard to decide. Because how can it control the Regis if they were made by humans? Either mind control because they're so similar, or the humans made three original Regis, and then Gigas made more. '''[[Team Rocket|R.A.]] [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|Hunter]] [[User Talk:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|Blade]]''' 23:16, 30 May 2009 (UTC)
:::I'm not seeing where in the Gen III Pokedex entries it says that humans created them... Registeel and Regirock's say that humans sealed them away, but have nothing that I can see about humans creating them. Unless I am misreading horribly, that part of the timeline needs to be changed. - [[User:C.Olimar788|C.Olimar788]] 21:52, 2 January 2010 (UTC)
:::The Pokedexes definitely don't say that humans made the Regi.[[User:KrytenKoro|KrytenKoro]] 21:26, 1 May 2010 (UTC)

== Prehistory and Recent History ==

I personally think this article needs to be either fixed up, deleted, or at least protected, especially the Prehistory and Recent History sections. I mean, at least part of those sections are true, but the rest of it is rubbish. Who ever said the Regis were made in their respective ages? Part of it has nothing to do with Pokémon: why is Apollo 11 even in here? I just want your opinion. [[User:Leafstorm151|Leafstorm151]] 18:26, 6 June 2009 (UTC)

:Because. The Pokémon world has some things tied in with ours. And in the Gen I games and their remakes, a guy talks about buying a color TV just to see Neil Armstrong land on the moon. And the Regis is most likely speculation, but at the same time not. '''[[Team Rocket|R.A.]] [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|Hunter]] [[User Talk:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|Blade]]''' 19:02, 6 June 2009 (UTC)
::Regis were made by Gigas then Gigas was sealed and the Regis got exported to Hoenn to keep them away. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 00:50, 7 June 2009 (UTC)

== What about Damos? ==

It is stated that {{p|Arceus}} "FIRST" fall into never ending sleep BEFORE the first humans appeared ehh...but in the case of Movie12 Arceus meets Damos, a human, what about that?.....I mean that the first humans appeared after Arceus fall into never ending sleep then....i think we should change that section..."[[Sceptile (Pokémon)|☆]][[User:AngelGuardian|Angel]][[User talk:AngelGuardian|Guardian]][[Brendan (game)|☆]]" 07:33, 8 June 2009 (UTC)
:Speculation=no. Until we see movie 12 nothing gets added.--[[User:RexRacer|'''Rex]][[User talk:RexRacer|Racer''']] 07:35, 8 June 2009 (UTC)

So you mean that whole story of Movie12, of Damos or whatever happens was all because of manga? i mean you get all the information on manga?"[[Sceptile (Pokémon)|☆]][[User:AngelGuardian|Angel]][[User talk:AngelGuardian|Guardian]][[Brendan (game)|☆]]" 07:40, 8 June 2009 (UTC)
:Until Movie 12 gets released there can still be doubts. Just wait. I'm sure everything will be explained in time. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 07:44, 8 June 2009 (UTC)

Arceus, as the creator of the space-time continuum, could logically travel through time in a manner similar it Celibi or Dialga. Also Arceus may have created clones of itself to manage the world while it is asleep.-Mtn_otter

== Whats with the Humans land on the moon ==

Is this Just for fun, because it has no relation with pokemon at all... ---> [[User:223david|'''223''']][[Special:Contributions/223david|☆]][[User talk:223david|'''Dåv]d''']]''' 12:29, 10 August 2009 (UTC)

:If you've EVER played R/B/Y, or FRLG, you'd know. An old guy in the [[Pewter Museum of Science]] mentions getting a color TV just for that moment. '''[[Team Rocket|R.A.]] [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|Hunter]] [[User Talk:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|Blade]]''' 16:24, 10 August 2009 (UTC)

::oh.... never played anything other than gen 4 :P ---> [[User:223david|'''223''']][[Special:Contributions/223david|☆]][[User talk:223david|'''Dåv]d''']]''' 02:30, 11 August 2009 (UTC)

:::Well then, now you know. '''[[Team Rocket|R.A.]] [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|Hunter]] [[User Talk:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|Blade]]''' 02:31, 11 August 2009 (UTC)

== Pictures! ==

I just added some pictures to the article, relevant to each era in the history of the Pokémon World. It makes it look a lot more interesting, don't you think? [[User:Taromon777|Taromon777]] 17:58, 14 September 2009 (UTC)

== Leaf ==

Shouldn't we remove Leaf from the article? HG/SS proves that Red's story is the canon one, and Leaf doesn't exist in Red's continuity because she never appeared during his quest. - [[User:Crystal Master|Crystal Master]]

:Absolutely not, unless we also remove {{ga|Kris}} due to non-interaction with {{ga|Gold}} in {{v2|Crystal}}. And we're not removing Kris. Just because Leaf doesn't appear in {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} doesn't mean we should treat Leaf as if she never existed. --[[User:Shiningpikablu252|Shiningpikablu252]] 20:04, 19 September 2009 (UTC)

::I left Kris there just in case that for whatever reason you consider Pokémon Crystal to be canon rather than the remakes (which would still mean the Leaf isn't part of continuity).
::And even if you're going to assume that Leaf existed somewhere, the article is still wrong because she can't have had the same story she had in FR/LG. That would mean that both Red and Leaf had the same mom, the same house, the same rival and the same events within the same continuity, which makes no sense. If she was part of continuity, she would have a different role from Red's, like May and Dawn had in Brendan and Lucas' respective stories. Moreover, the article states that she defeated Green/Blue in the Pokémon League and became the new champion, which can't have happened, considering that Blue/Green states in HG/SS that the trainer who defeated him shortly after he became champion was Red, not Leaf.
::Lastly, the article should be about writing what we know that happened, not what might have happened. We know that Red's story is canon and Leaf's isn't, as they can't both happen in the same continuity. Therefore, we know that Leaf never appeared in continuity. That there's a Leaf somewhere in the established continuity is unfounded speculation, no matter how much some people want her to be part of it. - [[User:Crystal Master|Crystal Master]]

:::There are absolutely no acceptable grounds in removing all references to Leaf from the article. By removing parts from the article, you're trying to imply Leaf never existed to begin with, and for that to be true, FireRed/LeafGreen would have to have had only a male player character. Either that or there would have to have been no FireRed/LeafGreen (and if that were to be the case, there would be no HeartGold/SoulSilver either).

:::Those parts from the article you're trying to have removed in no way imply Leaf exists in HeartGold/SoulSilver; to have any area of the article imply any involvement from Leaf in HeartGold/SoulSilver, Leaf would have to be mentioned in one of the sections further below, and last I saw, there weren't any such mentions.

:::In conclusion: Leaf exists, and she always will. The fact HeartGold/SoulSilver doesn't mention her does not change that. Where Leaf is already mentioned, she should be. Where Leaf shouldn't be mentioned, she's already not. Trying to erase all traces of her existence from the article is akin to vandalism. --[[User:Shiningpikablu252|Shiningpikablu252]] 23:58, 19 September 2009 (UTC)

::::Oh, ok. So you weren't saying that there was a Leaf somewhere in the HG/SS timeline. My bad.
::::Anyway, correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't this article about the timeline of the Pokémon world? Isn't it about making a recollection of the canonical events in the established continuity and making it the less ambiguous possible (ie: saying that "Brendan/May" became the Hoenn champion only because we don't have confirmation about which story is the canonical one, which is different from the case in FR/LG)?
::::Also, I thought that the most recent games that rewrite history take priority over the older ones. In the RSE section we say that the player calmed down Groudon and Kyogre with Rayquaza's help (as depicted in Emerald), not that s/he "stopped Groudon/Kyogre" (as depicted in Ruby and Sapphire respectively), because we use the most recent rewrite of the RSE story, Emerald, as canon. Likewise, shouldn't the GS remakes, which established that Red's story happened in the timeline but Leaf's didn't, take priority over FR/LG (as HG/SS are the most recent games)?
::::Edit: I'm not saying that Leaf doesn't exist. I'm saying that she doesn't exist in the continuity established by the overall timeline (if you believe HGSS or GSC), which I think this article is supposed to be about. - [[User:Crystal Master|Crystal Master]]

Perhaps instead of rewording the article to not mention Leaf, we reword the Gen III section to be ambiguous as to it's version:
:"After defeating Hoenn's eight Gym Leaders and, with the help of Steven and Wallace, calming Groudon and/or Kyogre after they are awakened by Team Magma/Team Aqua, respectively, he/she...."
AFAIK, Platinum's story is different from Pearl and Diamond, yet no mention of Giratina is made. Just keep the version ambiguous. [[User:Drake Clawfang|Drake Clawfang]] 03:07, 22 September 2009 (UTC)

:Drop me some drafts and I might consider it. I'd really want the text to securely take all player bases into consideration yet not allow possible relentless editing to try to make it look like one player base never existed in the canon. --[[User:Shiningpikablu252|Shiningpikablu252]] 03:19, 22 September 2009 (UTC)
::There's a draft right there, just replace the one sentence. [[User:Drake Clawfang|Drake Clawfang]] 03:24, 22 September 2009 (UTC)

== Protection?! ==

Thanks a lot! I've been working really hard on improving this article over the last few months and now it's been protected! What is the reasoning behind this? --[[User:Taromon777|'''''Taromon777''''']] '' 20:21, 27 September 2009 (UTC)

:Ever think about [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=History_of_the_Pok%C3%A9mon_world&action=history checking]? '''[[Team Rocket|R.A.]] [[User:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|Hunter]] [[User Talk:Rocket Admin Hunter Blade|Blade]]''' 22:25, 27 September 2009 (UTC)
::Page now unlocked as both parties in the edit war reached a truce. —'''darklord[[User talk:The dark lord trombonator|trom]]''' 22:27, 27 September 2009 (UTC)
:::Yay, I can edit again now, thanks! Sorry if I came across a bit impolite before. --[[User:Taromon777|'''''Taromon777''''']] '' 10:24, 28 September 2009 (UTC)

== Colosseum and XD ==

how do we know it takes place 2 years after Gen 2 and 4?--'''[[User:Midnight Blue|Midnight]] [[User talk:Midnight Blue|''Blue'']]''' 18:33, 8 November 2009 (UTC)
:Not quite. According to the page, Colosseum takes place sometime between Generation I/III and II/IV, which makes sense, and then XD ''is'' supposed to be set quite a few years from Colosseum, although I don't know how we got "two years after Gen IV" specifically. [[User:Zesty Cactus|'''Zesty''']][[User talk:Zesty Cactus|'''Cactus''']] 19:04, 8 November 2009 (UTC)
Ok, thanx. I just thought someone just put that there without proof.--'''[[User:Midnight Blue|Midnight]] [[User talk:Midnight Blue|''Blue'']]''' 19:16, 8 November 2009 (UTC)

I know this is a VERY old topic, but I've been theorizing for a while that Ranger 1 and XD Take place between Gens 3 and 4, 3 Years after FRLG, and that Colosseum takes place 2 years before FRLG, and would like to submit this theory for consideration. --[[User:Hwrdjacob|Hwrdjacob]] ([[User talk:Hwrdjacob|talk]]) 05:24, 13 December 2014 (UTC)

For reference, I find it most likely that this ACII timeline is how it plays out: Colo.-(2 Years)->FRLG-(about a month)->Emerald/BoxR+S-(3 Years)->XD-(About 2 months or so)->HGSS-(At LEAST a month, but no more than a year)->Platinum/MyPokemonRanch/BattleRevolution-(Unknown timespan)->Black/White-(Two Years)->Black2/White2/DreamRadar-(A few months to a few years)->X/Y/Bank Since Im not all that knowlegable about Ranger, but it's enough to put Ranger1 around the time of XD and SoA/GS somewhere in Gen 4--[[User:Hwrdjacob|Hwrdjacob]] ([[User talk:Hwrdjacob|talk]]) 05:40, 13 December 2014 (UTC)

== Can anyone tell me how is it possible for Generation II and IV happened at the same time? ==
Its not possible because Jasmine is in the Sinnoh Region right?--[[User:Jason avelino|Jason avelino]] 10:42, 2 January 2010 (UTC)

:People just say that because they believe the odd-numbered generations take place at the same time. Yet there's zero proof of even that--no timeframes are ever stated for when the games that take place in either [[Hoenn]] or [[Sinnoh]] take place. For all we know, the [[Generation III]] Hoenn games takes place five years after [[Generation II]] and the [[Generation IV]] Sinnoh games take place 10 years further down the road, and yet the technology of their respective platforms allows them to trade freely with the remakes in their generation that do take place at the same time as their originals (addtionally, in Hoenn's case, it can even freely trade with two console games that take place years apart). Besides, where was it stated that the [[red Gyarados]] in the {{2v2|Diamond|Pearl}} intro is the one from the [[Lake of Rage]]? Right, nowhere. Yet people are using such a baseless assumption as evidence of the even-numbered generations taking place at or around the same time.

:The only times timeframes between two games are ever stated are the case between [[Generation I]] and [[Generation II]] being three years apart, and {{pkmn|Colosseum}} and {{pkmn|XD: Gale of Darkness}} being five years apart. The fact that both of the latter are compatible with all handheld Generation III games just goes to show that we don't know when the Hoenn and Sinnoh games take place, and that all assumptions of them taking place at the same time as the remakes in their repsective generations are baseless and shouldn't be trusted. --[[User:Shiningpikablu252|Shiningpikablu252]] 13:02, 2 January 2010 (UTC)

Ok thanks for answering my question...--[[User:Jason avelino|Jason avelino]] 05:35, 3 January 2010 (UTC)
:Timeframe for Sinnoh, by the way. Rowan returned from Kanto after four years of study with Oak. Red Gyarados specials were still airing on TV. Sinnoh's either during or shortly after the story of Johto. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 06:42, 3 January 2010 (UTC)

:Not necessarily. The Red Gyarados report had Mount Coronet in the background. That means the Red Gyarados couldn't have been in Johto. [[User:Edge578|Edge578]] 18:46, 2 July 2010 (UTC)

== Rayquaza from MINERALS? ==

Where the heck is this from? None of the Pokedexes mention it, and well, there aren't minerals in the ozone layer. They'd be much, much too heavy. Even if a volcano erupts and sprays ash (not minerals) into the air, it doesn't reach the ozone layer.[[User:KrytenKoro|KrytenKoro]] 21:28, 1 May 2010 (UTC)

== Regis Created By Humans? ==
Where does it say that the Regis were made by man? Or that they were made in the three eras (except for Regice)? In fact, Registeel is said to be "tens of thousands" of years old, according to the Pokedex, whereas the Iron Age was just 3,000 years ago. [[User:Plasma|Plasma]] 20:06, 9 May 2010 (UTC)

==Generation V==
Due to the fact that Cynthia and Looker mention Lucas/Dawn in passing, it can be safely assumed that Generation V takes place around the same time as XD. [[User:TorchicBlaziken|TorchicBlaziken]] ([[User_talk:TorchicBlaziken|talk]]•[[Special:Contributions/TorchicBlaziken|edits]]) 01:11, 18 October 2010 (UTC)
:Not necessarily. It can be assumed to take place after Platinum, but we have no idea exactly how long after. --[[User:AndyPKMN|AndyPKMN]] 12:06, 18 October 2010 (UTC)
Can we edit the Generation IV timeline by shifting the focus to Platinum's storyline rather than Diamond/Pearl with Platinum in parentheses? I believe Cynthia says something about the trainer who battled Giratina, which isn't in the DP Storyline. [[User:Pocketfanmk|Pocketfanmk]] 17:20, 13 November 2010 (UTC)
:I agree with pocketfanmk, considering that Platinum is the only game all three of the trio members and that the game is more detailed in all senses. As for Generation V... That's a tough one. [[User:Smashbrother101|Smashbrother101]] 00:24, 30 November 2010 (UTC)
: It's true. Because of the Gen V references we can assume that the Platinum Story is the canonical one, instead of the DP Story.line
About the time of each generation(like what he said:I-III--II-IV) is this because of the remakes of red and blue,
in Gen III and gold and silver, in Gen IV?. If it is, and if they will make a remake of ruby and sapphire in Gen V, then shouldn't it be I-III-V---II-IV? [[User:Phoenixon|Phoenixon]] 15:16, 28 February 2011 (UTC)

== More than one Regigigas? ==

''"Landmasses such as Mt. Coronet are created, and '''Regigigas move''' the continents, forming the regions,"''

Grammar suggests more than one, is this true or did someone make a typo?--[[User:Burgundy|Burg]][[User talk: Burgundy|undy]] 06:40, 30 January 2011 (UTC)
:I don't think it is suggesting that there were more than one. But I could be wrong. :/--[[User:Han Ji-Wan|Han Ji-Wan]] 07:12, 30 January 2011 (UTC)
::Well there are [[M11|multiple Regigigas]] [[DP129|in the anime]], so it may not be an error. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 11:17, 30 January 2011 (UTC)
:::That bit seems fine, but the tense of that whole section is weird. Shouldn't it be in past tense? --[[User:Jda95|jda95]] 12:41, 30 January 2011 (UTC)
::::If there is only one Regigigas, it would be "''Regigigas moves''"--[[User:Burgundy|Burg]][[User talk: Burgundy|undy]] 16:17, 30 January 2011 (UTC)

== Basis of article ==

Is this article based on the games or the anime? --[[User:Fimbulwinter2012|☆'''FiMbUlWiNtEr2O|2'''☆]] 04:15, 28 February 2011 (UTC)
:I'm assuming a combination of both.. Why? --[[User:Han Ji-Wan|Han Ji-Wan]] 04:51, 28 February 2011 (UTC)
::The article says that it is based on the canon and the games, but it seems like a lot is from the movies. Aren't the movies part of the anime? And also there is a separate timeline for the anime. --[[User:Fimbulwinter2012|☆'''FiMbUlWiNtEr2O|2'''☆]] 22:34, 28 February 2011 (UTC)

== Article is Fan Speculation ==

Shouldn't the article be marked with that Togepi tag saying that this is only speculation?[[User:Jazama|Jazama]] 03:55, 13 March 2011 (UTC)
:And why should it? You need to give a real reason why [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] 04:00, 13 March 2011 (UTC)
:There are various things in there that are not officially confirmed. It is never officially said when the GameCube or Hoenn Games take place. All that is said is that Generation II takes place three years after Generation I, XD is five years after Colesseum, Generation IV is probably set around II, and that V takes place after II and IV. Until a timeline is ever given out, this is just speculation.[[User:Jazama|Jazama]] 05:59, 13 March 2011 (UTC)
::One more thing, the Pokedex is notoriously unreliable and myths are, by definition, religious stories, not accurate tales of history.[[User:Jazama|Jazama]] 06:22, 13 March 2011 (UTC)
After it says, "This information is based primarily on the mythology of both the Hoenn and Sinnoh regions," maybe there should be another sentence explaining that the myths are not necessarily true.[[User:Bulbamelia|Bulbamelia]] 01:29, 8 June 2011 (UTC)

== Missing Unova Details ==

the following details are missing in the list. however, it is difficult to place them into the timeline. should we mention somewhere that the placement is unknown? missing details:founding of unova region, dragon split into reshirm and zekrom, kyurem came down in a meteor, muskteer trio save pokemon during middle age, thundros and tornados fighting and landros calming them down. there should be more missing though - [[User:Pokeant|Pokeant]] 17:54, 13 April 2011 (UTC)

Shouldn't it also be noted that sometime between gens IV and V, Ghetsis somehow acquired the Adamant, Lustrous and Griseous orbs? [[User:Wind|Wind]] 21:19, 13 April 2011 (UTC)

And I think, the construction of the Marvelous Bridge? Village Bridge? "[[Arceus (Pokémon)|☆]][[User:AngelGuardian|Angel]][[User talk:AngelGuardian|Guardian]][[Arceus: To A Conquering Space-Time|☆]]" 04:42, 29 May 2011 (UTC)
:Can we include a unknown date section for the information with unspecific or unconfirmed date? -[[User:Pokeant|Pokeant]] 11:11, 29 May 2011 (UTC)

== Some issues with the timeline ==

''' ''Approximately two years after Generation II/Generation IV: '' '''
*''Cipher and Team Snagem return in the Orre Region, and create XD001, a supposedly unpurifiable Shadow Pokémon, but their plans are thwarted by Michael. Meanwhile, Dr. Kaminko and Chobin invent Robo Groudon and Robo Kyogre, and Professor Krane invents the purification chamber, where Shadow Pokémon can be purified more easily. ''
When was it ever stated that the Orre games even take place at the the same time as the Hoenn games? Orre looked like post-apocalyptic world.

''' ''Approximately 10 years after Generation II/Generation IV (Generation V): '' '''
*''The events of Black and White. ''
Why 10? If Black and White take place 10 years after Gen IV, then both Looker and Cythia have had botox. '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 02:03, 8 June 2011 (UTC)

:To answer your first question, it occuring around the same time as the Hoenn games/Kanto games was implied with the fact that it could trade to the Sevii Islands/Hoenn when linked up. [[User:Weedle Mchairybug|Weedle Mchairybug]] 02:34, 8 June 2011 (UTC)
::it is written as 10 years since the team rocket grunt in gsc/hgss makes an appearance and had a son. however, it can't be 10 years too. assuming he returned to unova the same year as gsc/hgss, it should roughly be 5 years. since from my memory, the overworld sprite of the son is a kid (i think) and so should not even be 10 years old. therefore, 5 should be a good approximation in my opinion. '''maybe another source mentioned it takes place roughly 10 years later?''' -[[User:Pokeant|Pokeant]] 03:32, 8 June 2011 (UTC)

== "A meteor breaks up a Pokémon World Pangaea, and makes all the regions"??? ==

does this belong to the anime history instead of here? it is not stated in the games a meteor breaks up the region. istead regigigas is the one that pulls the continents... i think this should go to the anime list. -[[User:Pokeant|Pokeant]] 10:04, 21 June 2011 (UTC)
:You are correct. I have already eliminated that statement since it is from the anime. You can add it in if you would like to. :] [[User:Han Ji-Wan|Han Ji-Wan]] 19:33, 21 June 2011 (UTC)

== Giratina returns to the Pokémon world prior to Generation I? ==

"Some years prior to Generation I: Giratina returns to the Pokémon world."
"Between Generation I/III and Generation II/IV: Giratina returns to the Distortion World."
Okay, where does it say that in the games or the like? --''Insert Witty Dialog Here'' [[User:NateVirus|NateVirus]]''([[User talk:NateVirus|Talk]])'' 01:38, 3 August 2011 (UTC)
:* I thought [[Giratina]] was stuck in Distortion World until the events in Platinum (or Generation IV really). But, I'll keep those parts up, in case there is a source that I'm missing. ----[[User:NateVirus|NateVirus]]''([[User talk:NateVirus|Talk]]''|''[[Special:Contributions/NateVirus|Contributions]]'') 06:02, 6 December 2011 (UTC)

== Parallel universe? ==

I've been toying with some ideas on an alternate view of the game's history based on a few key facts. Essentially, there must be some concrete level of parallelism between the real world and the Pokémon world, if everything in the games is taken as canon:

*Most (or many) Pokémon are classified by what type of animal they are (Pikachu is a "Mouse Pokémon", etc.), so it can be assumed that Pokémon were not prevalent as a whole in the universe until sometime within the realm of documented history; otherwise, animals would be classified by what Pokémon they are like (if there are even normal animals in the game; the only real indication I know of is the aquarium in the Cerulean City gym in the anime).
*From that point, two options emerge:
**Pokémon evolved from actual animals sometime approximately within the realm of documented history, then out-competed normal animals to near, if not total, extinction. This must have occurred within documented history, for surely even a minute population of a given species of Pokémon would quickly dominate any corresponding animal (e.g., two Pikachu could flourish against thousands of normal mice).
**Pokémon were suddenly introduced into the universe. This could have resulted from several things: Dialga/Palkia/Giratina essentially control all of space-time, so Pokémon could have been transferred from a totally different universe; a population of Mew that existed on the planet beyond human influence, because of some external influence, suddenly evolved into all manner of other Pokémon; or something to that effect.
*Taking the Pokédex entries as fact, refer to Golduck's entry from R/B, which makes mention of the "Japanese monster [[wp:Kappa_(folklore)|Kappa]]." This implies not only that Japan as a country exists in the Pokémon world, but also that its historical and cultural development must have been largely similar to its real-life history, or else such a legend would likely have never existed.
*Other entries of that sort appear, such as Poliwrath's, which refers to the Pacific Ocean, implying that general geography is such that sailing and exploration occurred in a similar way to real life. Also consider the journal entry claiming to have sighted Mew in Brazil (I believe?). As such, we can assume that the Pokémon world was for a long period of time identical to our own, save potentially for minor changes outside of human influence (e.g. Mew population), until some particularly disruptive event thrust the world into an alternate timeline.
*Of course, there must be some limitation as to how much parallelism is accepted as canon; every player character owns the latest generation of Nintendo console at home. What is to be made of that?
*Also consider the technological development of the world, especially based on needs and resources; teleportation is essentially perfected, but there are only a handful of planes, none of which are for passengers (as in Black/White).
*If these points are all accepted, we are given potential insight into the development of Pokémon society within species: Since Pokémon must have come to human attention after the development of language, it can be assumed that all Pokémon capable of saying their names evolved to do so only after sufficient exposure to humans calling them by that name, or else language would have been deterministic.
*Given that Pokémon did not dominate the ecosystem until relatively recently in the world's history, it is important to consider how Pokémon have or have not emigrated across continents. If humans have made contact across continents for some period of time, it should be expected that Pokémon would be able to do the same (e.g. if Pidgeot can fly at Mach 2, what's stopping it from crossing any ocean a boat or a Water-type Pokémon can cross and invading a new ecosystem?). This point requires more research.

I'd love to hear what you think!

[[User:FurretTurret|FurretTurret]] 04:05, 2 November 2011 (UTC)

== PokePark Wii ==
Can someone put the PokePark Wii plot in it? [[User:Metalfenix11|Metalfenix11]] 15:17, 16 December 2011 (UTC)

How do you guys know that PokePark Wii takes place between Generation I/III and II/IV??? [[User:Metalfenix11|Metalfenix11]] 12:29, 9 January 2012 (UTC)

== Implications of Steven being Champion and the Dotted Hole ==
What evidence is there that RSE are taking place at the same time as FrLG? The Dotted Hole saying "CONNECT THE PAST" in FrLG and Steven being Champion still in HgSs seem to being evidence that FrLG and RSE aren't taking place at the same time. Are there any events or dialog in RSE or FrLG that definitely (or probably) reference specific time-line events in the other? -[[User:Babilfrenzo|Babilfrenzo]] 19:32, 13 April 2012 (UTC)

== Evidence ==

Where's the evidence for Generations I and III taking place at the same time, and for Generations II and IV at the same time? Black and White show that Platinum is the canon version for the Sinnoh games, and it didn't have the Red Gyarados report. Trading without time travel is a flimsy justification at best. Cynthia never mentions the events of DPPt in HGSS, and Steven only makes vague reference to similar-looking challengers, not to the Aqua/Magma crisis. Is that different in the original Japanese? I forget exactly what the Hiker in Hearthome says about Elm's report on Eggs, can we see what he says in both language versions of Platinum? I was discussing this with a friend (trying to support the same time argument), but I was unable to find any hard evidence that he couldn't come up with an alternate explanation for, so this is all seeming like a lot of speculation being passed off as fact. --[[Gallade|'''エ''']][[User:Galladeon|'''ルレ''']][[User talk:Galladeon|'''イ''''''ド''']] 05:46, 15 April 2012 (UTC)

You're not kidding when you say 'Trading without time travel is a flimsy justification at best'. Colloseum and XD Take place five years apart, yet both of them can still trade with Generation III Games. The upcoming BW2 Games are also extremely likely to be able to trade with the original Black and White, although they take place two years apart. [[User:Pokelad2|Pokelad2]] 15:32, 15 April 2012 (UTC)

== Gen III concurrent with Gen V?!!?! ==

Caitlin is the same Caitlin in both Gen IV (Battle Frontier) and Gen V - she looks about 4 or 5 years older which would imply that 4-5 years pass between the ends of the two storylines. Now, there's a trainer in BW2 that mentions the Mirage Tower recently disappearing... does that mean Gen III is concurrent with Gen V?!
Based off that, I think it goes RGBYFRLG---3yrs---GSCHGSS---2yrs---DPPt---4yrs---BW---2yrs---BW2,RSE
[[User:Jjl2357|Jjl2357]] ([[User talk:Jjl2357|talk]]) 21:32, 10 March 2013 (UTC)jjl2357

In B2W2 there are Magma and Aqua grunts that have formed a family both say they were part of the teams in R/S/E "Several years ago". This means R/S/E happens several years before the events of B2W2 which can be anywhere between 3 to 11 years before B2W2 which puts it before Black and White's story anyway. Current placement is most accurate based on events that transpire between R/S/E, FR/LG, and the spin offs [[User:XanderO|XanderO]] ([[User talk:XanderO|talk]]) 02:47, 19 April 2013 (UTC)

== Timeline Citations ==

Forgive me, however after scanning through this article it bugs me that the only reasoning (which I can find) for Gen III and Gen I being concurrent is speculation and that doesn't sit well with me.

We know that Gen I and II are three years apart as that's mentioned repeatedly in G/S/C/HG/SS and B/W and B2/W2 are two years apart for the same reason.

We can derive that BW2 takes place after the events of RSE because of the Former Aqua/Magma couple in Iccarus, as we can derive it's after the events of Gen II and IV as Team Rocket and Galatic's failures are mention in N's castle in B/W.

Despite this, it doesn't nessessarily mean that D/P/Pt must be concurrent with G/S/C, likewise with R/S/E and R/B/Y, unless I've missed something?

As for Spin-Offs, admittedly the only one I've played is Ranger 2 and for all I know that could be before R/B/Y as it could be after BW2.

--

My point is, could we have it mentioned (maybe in the introduction) the order of the games as far as we cannoincally know?
[[User:Conductor Alix|Conductor Alix]] ([[User talk:Conductor Alix|talk]]) 00:16, 24 April 2013 (UTC)
: I was under the impression that RBY and RSE were considered concurrent because they reference the events of each other as current events, and the same goes for GSC and DPPt. DPPt had a mention of the Red Gyarados incident from GSC, for example. That being said, I can't remember what the other references were, so I might be completely wrong. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] ([[User talk:Yamiidenryuu|talk]]) 22:35, 24 April 2013 (UTC)

== Some details ==

It somewhere information about the Giovanni/Silver/Celebi event in HGSS?
And about the later appearance of champions and gym leaders in B2W2, specially about Sabrina joining the Pokewood industry and Giovanni wasn't arrested or something?
DPPt storyline wasn't supposed to be a bit earlier than HGSS because of Jasmine appearance in Sunnyshore City and later change of clothes?
Sorry for my english :)
--[[User:Virus bass|Virus bass]] ([[User talk:Virus bass|talk]]) 17:52, 12 September 2013 (UTC)
==Old man in Coumarine City==

During my Pokemon Y playthrough i talked to this old man in Coumarine City. He said something about seeing a "Pokemon Trainer with a great Ampharos" in Azure Bay when he was a young boy (possibly Jasmine?). Is this helpful in placing X and Y in the timeline?
[[User:JEFLIV|JEFLIV]] ([[User talk:JEFLIV|talk]]) 03:56, 16 November 2013 (UTC)
:He probably talks about the man in Azure Bay who gives you an Ampharosite. And even if not, it would be speculation if it were Jasmine, and speculation on pages is not allowed. ☼ Blazing[[User talk:Blazingfist|Fist ☼]] 14:49, 16 November 2013 (UTC)

==Writer tweets timeline?==
The writer for the series has tweeted the official timeline for the series. Which mostly matches up with what you guys have here https://twitter.com/matsumiyan/status/464052839870787584 X and Y seem to take place at the same time as B/W2 --[[User:Tuskin38|Tuskin38]] ([[User talk:Tuskin38|talk]]) 15:42, 8 May 2014 (UTC)

== X/Y Can Not Be Concurrent With B/W2. X/Y Take Place During The Same Year As R/S/E ==

X/Y can't take place at the same time as B/W2 as the Y Pokedex entry for Lunatone states that it "..was discovered at the site of a meteor strike 40 years ago. " The pokedex entry for Emerald also states that it was found 40 years ago. Therefore X/Y have to take place at the same time as R/S/E.

[[User:Senkara|Senkara]] ([[User talk:Senkara|talk]]) 22:18, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
: The dex entries are already known to contain contradictory or outright nonsensical information, so I don't think keeping them coherent is much of a priority for Gamefreak. Most likely thay's just an oversight.
: Besides, it's confirmed that XY take place after BW at least (mentions of something big having gone down in Unova a couple years before the games), and BW take place after RS (don't remember which games, but there's the former Aqua and Magma couple). So XY being concurrent with RS is impossible anyway. [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] ([[User talk:Yamiidenryuu|talk]]) 22:45, 11 May 2014 (UTC)
::No, it was recently stated that XY and B2W2 take place around the same time. As for the Pokedex, it means nothing. They're full of things that don't really make sense. (Slugma as hot as the sun.) And it's just a reused entry anyway. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 23:02, 11 May 2014 (UTC)

==Time Paradox Danger==
Well, I'm also excited for the upcoming games however there is a problem everyone ignores.
as RB(RG) comes with RSE, a remake for RB(RG) that takes time with RSE make sense indeed. and so on for remakes of GS and DPPt.
BUT, and here is a big but, RS already have a stated position in timeline, and if XY and RS will be able to trade with each other, we would yeild a time paradox.
The solutions that would remove this time paradox are as follows:
1. you will not be able to trade from XY to new RS, only through the bank.
2. it will be about 8-9 years after the events of the original RS, though if I'm not wrong it have been confrimed that aSoR would be remakes of RS with the same storyline and characters.
3. you will get an item or access to a place similar to GSC that will some sort of a time forward machine to be able to trade with XY.

if none of the above would happen, we will have a difficult to write the timeline properly.
sorry about my english, it's not my first language.
[[User:Shaked|Shaked]] ([[User talk:Shaked|talk]]) 15:16, 19 May 2014 (UTC)

== 3000 years prior... ==

In the actual article, there's a "3000 years before generation five" and a "3000 years before generation six". Whether or not the games happen at the same time (which B2/W2 do with X/Y) at the very most, there's only a decade separating the Kanto games from the Kalos games. So shouldn't both "3000 years" events be combined into one?--[[User:BlackButterfree|BlackButterfree]] ([[User talk:BlackButterfree|talk]]) 04:29, 2 June 2014 (UTC)

== Spin-off games ==

When have the spin-offs ever been considered canon? Colosseum/XD and the Ranger games are mentioned repeatedly in this article, despite not being developed by GameFREAK and never being referenced in any of the main games whatsoever. The officially released timeline doesn't even include them, so throwing them in here makes about as much sense as including Snap or the TCG Gameboy game. This is almost as bad as the "trio master" page for being almost entirely fan fiction.[[User:Five|Five]] ([[User talk:Five|talk]]) 09:12, 26 August 2014 (UTC)

== How ORAS fits into all of this ==

Now, as we all know, Zinna leaves a nice little quote during the Delta episode that implies a multiverse. And, as previously stated, ORAS would cause a time paradox if it were anywhere in the current timeline due to various elements such as Fairy types being just a normal thing while it was a big deal in XY, Mega Evolution being somewhat well known, etc.
This obviously points to the sheer implausibility of ORAS being anywhere in the main timeline. With Zinna's quote in context, could it be Nintendo cleaning up their continuity errors for once? All leads seem to point to it right now.--[[User:Hwrdjacob|Hwrdjacob]] ([[User talk:Hwrdjacob|talk]]) 05:51, 13 December 2014 (UTC)
:Zinnia's quote puts Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire firmly into the same timeline as X and Y. She mentions the ''other'' Hoenn belongs to a world where the Kalos War did not happen and Mega Evolutions aren't well known. ORAS fit into "all this" the same way all remakes do: they replace the older games in the main continuity. - [[User:Taylor|Taylor]] ([[User talk:Taylor|talk]]) 06:01, 13 December 2014 (UTC)
::About your points: breeding, Steel- and Dark-types were "a big deal" in the Johto games, and they're all treated as normal, common things in the original Hoenn games, which happen chronologically before. New features are only treated as such in their first appearance; in all following games, they're treated like they have always been there. This is not news. - [[User:Taylor|Taylor]] ([[User talk:Taylor|talk]]) 06:03, 13 December 2014 (UTC)
The difference being, however, that Gen 1 and 2 are very likely not the same timeline as Gen 3-6, with RS being something of a reboot in terms of continuity, and GS being firmly established as being after Emerald even before HGSS's release, making the whole Steel/Dark Type and Egg debate mostly moot. The other world she speaks of might very well be the verse of Gen 3, which if ORAS is concurrent with Emerald, would make sense at the time. Compounding these facts is that ORAS would create contradictions, regardless if you placed it around the time of FRLG or the time of XY. In addition, while every feature of the original Gen 1 and 2 were retained, with additions and extensions while towns were mostly kept the same with the exception of minor updates, Mauvile is just one example of an absolutely blatent example of intentional differentiation from the originals, along with axing the Battle Tower/Frontier for no good reason. Also, every major character is redesigned, it seems, something neither of the other two remakes did, with the arguable exception of the main characters. And this is of course, ignoring the contradictions in Mega Evolution backstory- Lucario VS. Rayquaza being first to Mega Evolve and Rayquaza making Mega Evolution vs. Xerneas/Yveltal making it via the Ultimate Weapon's radiation (The latter of which I am admittedly fuzzy on the side of Rayquaza's version). I could go on, with details such as the changing of most of the Gyms, Cosplay Pikachu, etc. Generally the reason new features are treated like they always were there I believe is because there isn't usually any of major significance, outside of adding Steel/Dark and Breeding, which a reboot fixed pretty quickly since technically, it was then correct to say it was always there... --[[User:Hwrdjacob|Hwrdjacob]] ([[User talk:Hwrdjacob|talk]]) 06:36, 13 December 2014 (UTC)
:Emerald hasn't been canon since HeartGold and SoulSilver, and now Ruby and Sapphire are no longer canon either. I could go on about your points and speculations (the other remakes ''didn't'' have redesigns, really?), but in fact it's as simple as that. - [[User:Taylor|Taylor]] ([[User talk:Taylor|talk]]) 06:43, 13 December 2014 (UTC)
::There is an interesting claim that you just made. Would you explain why the release of HeartGold and SoulSilver made Emerald no longer canon? --[[User:Super goku|Super goku]] ([[User talk:Super goku|talk]]) 06:50, 13 December 2014 (UTC)
:::HeartGold and SoulSilver, which take place after the Hoenn events, state that ''Steven'' is the Hoenn Champion. In Emerald canon, Wallace is the titleholder. - [[User:Taylor|Taylor]] ([[User talk:Taylor|talk]]) 07:04, 13 December 2014 (UTC)
::Keep in mind, we don't know what happens between generations. Wallace being Champion was implied in Emerald to be a VERY recent development, possibly even happening after you began your journey. So keep in mind, even with Emerald canon, he could have reclaimed his title behind the scenes. After all, Red relinquished his behind the scenes. If anything, I think it cements Emerald as canon by referencing both Aqua and Magma in a negative light. --[[User:Hwrdjacob|Hwrdjacob]] ([[User talk:Hwrdjacob|talk]]) 13:14, 13 December 2014 (UTC)
::Apparently, Championship is a very fragile thing, futher shown by Iris and Alder...--[[User:Hwrdjacob|Hwrdjacob]] ([[User talk:Hwrdjacob|talk]]) 13:18, 13 December 2014 (UTC)
::As for the redesign thing, I'm aware there were minor tweaks in most cases, but only once or twice did they take very durastic liberties, and it was only with Blue in HGSS and arguably the player characters off the top of my head. Try comparing pretty much any Gym Leader in ORAS to RSE...--[[User:Hwrdjacob|Hwrdjacob]] ([[User talk:Hwrdjacob|talk]]) 13:29, 13 December 2014 (UTC)
::And ultimately, Steven only remains Champion at the end in RS. He relinquishes his title to Wallace during the Delta episode.--[[User:Hwrdjacob|Hwrdjacob]] ([[User talk:Hwrdjacob|talk]]) 14:48, 13 December 2014 (UTC)
::The PWT in BW2 makes Emerald being canon even more likely. Blue is counted in the Champion Cup, implying they count current AND former Champions. Not only does Wallace appear, but he does so in the Champion Cup and using his Emerald appearance. It seems as if he became Champion in Emerald, then lost the title again to Steven, if he says he is Champion in HGSS on. [[User:Hwrdjacob|Hwrdjacob]] ([[User talk:Hwrdjacob|talk]]) 17:20, 13 December 2014 (UTC)
:::Speculation, speculation. The solid fact is that HGSS take place after the Hoenn games and Steven is the Champion - like RSORAS, unlike Emerald. (And have you really paid attention to ORAS? Steven doesn't relinquish his title, he suggests he ''may'' do something like that ''one day''; ''both'' Magma and Aqua are villains in both games, the only difference is which of them is the bigger threat and which reforms first). And, please, don't say there were never radical redesigns in the past, you're insulting everyone's intelligence (Blaine, Karen, the Rocket Executives, there are countless examples). Moreover, PWT is purely fan service and its canonicity is questionable; seriously, it has ''Giovanni'' waltzing around the place. Bottom line: as far as we know, remakes work now the same way they '''''always''''' did. You're desperately trying to find excuses to assume that Game Freak will for some reason change the way things have always been done and somehow deem that a ten year-old game is canon and the newest releases -- telling the same story -- are non-canon. - [[User:Taylor|Taylor]] ([[User talk:Taylor|talk]]) 20:52, 13 December 2014 (UTC)
::Giovanni was allowed to be Gym Leader in the first place, y'know, so I doubt anyone would bat an eye at him if he waltzed into the PWT. And since Driftveil was renovated for the purpose of hosting it, and the events with Colress there, I think it's canonical status is spoken for. Plus, the Rocket Execs? If you're referring to Proton and Petrel, the design was still used by Archer, so... there.And I'm not denying there weren't ANY radical redesigns, but they at least attempted to keep the same appearance with the majority of the characters. A good portion of THE ENTIRE CAST is radically altered and there's a blatent sense they aren't intended to look anyting like the originals (Contrast Emerald Brawly with ORAS Brawly, then GSC Brock with HGSS Brock for my point...) Lastly, I find it a bit hypocritical you'd put "No Speculation" on an article that has pretty much no basis for the placement of Pokemon XD. Im am not implying ORAS is non canon either. That's pure speculation on your part.--[[User:Hwrdjacob|Hwrdjacob]] ([[User talk:Hwrdjacob|talk]]) 22:25, 13 December 2014 (UTC)

== Separate Timeline? ==

I think Gen VI is set in a separate timeline since Mega Evolution is in the games and isn't in the games prior to them. Also Zinnia states about another Hoenn where Mega Evolution is unknown, which could be the one from RSE. [[User:Ellis99|Ellis99]] ([[User talk:Ellis99|talk]]) 12:54, 10 January 2015 (UTC)

It was confirmed a while ago that the events of X and Y are contemporaneous with the events of BW2 in terms of the timeline of all games as a whole (in other words, BW2 and XY happen at the same time). Plus, it isn't confirmed that the original RSE timeline is the exact alternate Hoenn that Zinnia refers to in the Delta Episode. Plus, I think you took that wrong, even if X and Y are in a different universe, I don't think it is exactly a ''separate timeline'', per se, but rather an alternate universe with a very similar timeline, but with the presence of Mega Evolution and the war. Furthermore, I strongly doubt this would matter much, as this page is already filled to the brim with discrepancy anyways, and Pokemon history is already very unstable and confusing... [[User:ScraftyIsTheBest|ScraftyIsTheBest]] ([[User talk:ScraftyIsTheBest|talk]]) 14:43, 10 January 2015 (UTC)

==Origins of Weather Trio==
I haven't played ORAS, so where's the info about the origins of Weather trio coming from? [[User:Trainer Yusuf|Trainer Yusuf]] ([[User talk:Trainer Yusuf|talk]]) 17:09, 20 May 2016 (UTC)

== Error on Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire ==

Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire events(ORAS for short) didn't happen at the same time as original ruby and sapphire, instead, they happen at the same time as the events of XY. the events that happen in ORAS are similar to RS however it's a different universe as was hinted at the delta episode, and also, that explain why looker is found at the battle tower island, not remembering everything, after getting from XY's Kalos to ORAS's Hoenn for unkown reason as it was probably moved between universes!
also, it fixes the trading paradox, as if XY and ORAS are happening in the same time, it's the only explanation of how you can trade betweem the two games(different universes but same time)! whereas it would be impossible to trade from XY to original RS(as RS happens at the past of XY), the assumption that ORAS is not the same time as RS makes sense!!
[[User:Shaked|Shaked]] ([[User talk:Shaked|talk]]) 19:52, 2 July 2016 (UTC)
:We're not going to rely on fan theories like "it would be impossible to trade [otherwise]" to decide that sort of thing. The only things that seem to date ORAS at all (mentions of Kalos around the Battle Maison, a general mention of the Kalos war 3000 years ago (i.e., it's at least ''roughly'' contemporary with XY), Professor Cozmo mentioning working with Sycamore "a few years ago"...and ''maybe'' the general state of Mega Evolution knowledge) don't place it at any very definite time.
:We may be wrong, but we're hardly certain whether we are or aren't. There's a huge rabbit hole we could go down thanks to the whole parallel universe trick. We can't approach the question of ORAS's place in the timeline haphazardly. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 20:30, 2 July 2016 (UTC)

well, it can't be 'fan theory' as the fact gen II and gen IV, are happening at the same time and gen I and gen III happening at the same time was made as to give explanation why does both can trade with each other, as otherwise no such explanation were needed(as people wondered how gen I and gen III can trade pokemon in between and same for II and IV).
as you stated, you can't know if it is RS timeline or XY timeline, so placing it at the timeline of RS is wrong as well, and ORAS events should be placed outside of timeline, stating it is happening at a parallel universe, or otherwise, no one told you that ORAS happend the same time as RS.
furthermore, there was no problem with assuming that RGBY and FRGL are same universe and GSC and HGSS are same universe as no trading paradox was made! JUST becuase there would be trading paradox between ORAS and XY if ORAS=RS, they invented the parallel universe thingy, to fix it up.(if in the future a remake of diamond and pearl is made, they can "play" with that parallel universe even again). [[User:Shaked|Shaked]] ([[User talk:Shaked|talk]]) 20:39, 2 July 2016 (UTC)
:I think when you say Gen I, II, III, and IV, you're meaning the events of RBY, GSC, RSE, and DPPt... But saying it like that is incredibly confusing, because Gen III and IV ''also'' contained remakes of the Gen I and II games. If it comes up again, I hope you can remember to be clearer.
:FWIW, the reference at the bottom of the page confirms the basic chronology on this page through XY; so we certainly don't have to rely on direct trading capabilities to "prove" that two stories happened at the same time (up to XY at least).
:Also FWIW, BW and B2W2 can trade, and we're ''quite'' certain those have a non-trivial time difference. Maybe direct trading was part of the justification at one time (I'm not at all sure there weren't other decent reasons, but I'm not interested in researching it that deeply), but given the Gen V games, it's definitely not viable anymore.
:You also have no evidence that the parallel universe thing was invented to "fix" the possibility of some paradox; you're only guessing. (What I'm trying to say is, please try not to put words in the developers' mouths.) Hell, is it even any neater or anything? (IMO, no.) Either you're trading between different times—which at least we've seen before, first explicitly for RBY and GSC, then quietly for BW and B2W2—or you're trading (or perhaps transferring, at some point) between parallel universes. Short of another cutoff like Gen II->III, there's probably not a "reasonable" solution if they're going to keep doing remakes.
:All that being said... It may be reasonable to distinguish ORAS from the normal timeline. (That's probably not a decision anyone should take entirely upon themselves, though...) [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 21:32, 2 July 2016 (UTC)

First let me say that aside from remakes of Generation 1 games existing in Generation 3 (FR/LG), there is nothing that strictly says the events of Kanto happened in tandem with the events in Hoenn, unless you have some other source I have not been able to find.

I've done EXTENSIVE research on this and I am glad someone else pointed this out before Sun and Moon even came out. With the advent of Sun and Moon we have CONFIRMED the existence of alternate universes, and that Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald exist in a universe/on a timeline separate from OR/AS, X/Y, and Sun and Moon. However, Shaked was keen to point out that OR/AS already has differences that we could have spotted in Generation 6 alone. Let me list a few more below, as cited from the "References to Other Generations" page on Bulbabedia itself. In the OR/AS references to RSE, the following can be found:

A Bug Catcher tells the player that he "heard that Pokémon Centers used to have two stories until 10 years ago" and had "a special area known as the Pokémon Cable Club". The last game to utilise this feature, Pokémon Emerald, was first released in 2004, 10 years before the remakes were released.
A man at Mt. Pyre mentions how there used to be holes in the floor, a thing that was true in Generation III.
When the player shows Norman the Eon Ticket, he says that it has been 11 years since he last saw the ticket. Eon Ticket was originally distributed in 2003, 11 years before the remakes' release.
All of these are in game pieces of dialogue; lore inserted into the game to inform the player about the universe that they are roaming. These are direct references to the original Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald games, placing them as existing 10 to 11 years before the events of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. This suggests that the major events of OR/AS take place 10-11 years later than they do in RSE. Red and Blue from RBY have aged about that much (give or take two years) in Sun and Moon, and with the "Remake Rule" that Gen 1 games (RBY) and Gen 3 games (RSE) happened simultaneously because of Gen 3 remakes FR/LG, the idea of OR/AS taking place around this time makes sense (likely just before the events of Sun and Moon).

Another huge piece of evidence that links OR/AS with the time of X/Y: Wally. In Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, we see a mega evolution using Wally who grows to become a strong trainer. In Sun and Moon, we see Wally again, and he seems to have slightly aged. However, he has not aged 10 years like Red and Blue have (which would HAVE to be the case if OR/AS and RSE happened at the same time as the events of RBY). He’s only grown a bit taller, as if aged up two to three years or so to be a young teenager. We know from the official Sun and Moon concept art for Grimsley found in the collector's guide that Sun and Moon happen two years after B2W2 (and because of the tweet, X and Y as well). So that two years of growth into an adolescent make perfect sense. Besides the slight height difference, his design remains about the same. If OR/AS was parallel in time with RSE, then Wally would ALSO have to be 21 like Red and Blue in Sun and Moon, which is most definitely not the case. Now, some people believe that Wally could just not have grown due to his “disease” that he has. But if you look at the details to what his disease actually is, you realize that it’s most likely a respiratory disease, like asthma. We can infer this from the fact that when Wally and his family move to Verdanturf, a town that is remarked by residents to have exceptionally clean air, Wally’s health is said to greatly improve because of it. This doesn’t entirely rule out a genetic growth disease, but I doubt that anything affected by genetics will improve instantaneously with a change in air quality.

References to Kalos and its technology—most notably the model of Prism Tower from Lumiose City—link these games very solidly to X and Y. There are VERY few links to Kanto to be found in the Hoenn of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, so to assume that they are intrinsically related would be misled.

Also, Anabel, a character seen ONLY in Pokémon Emerald before Sun and Moon, was said to have been found on the shores of Alola about 10 years ago by Looker and Nanu after having been cast through an Ultra Wormhole. This matches up closely with the timeline evidence I presented above.

Finally, you should follow your own "Remake Rule" regarding OR/AS! If Gen 1 and Gen 3 events happen at the same time because of the Gen 1 remakes in Gen 3, and the same for Gen 2 and Gen 4, then the same should hold true for Gen 3 and Gen 6. Why make an exception to that pattern now? It only weakens the links for the other ones.

Combine that all with the confirmation of a split between mega and non-mega universes, and you have very convincing evidence that OR/AS is more closely linked to X/Y than R/B/Y, and that the events do not happen simultaneously.

Let's talk about that tweet "reference" that is used for the timeline. Not only has that tweet since been deleted, but it came out before any lore about parallel timelines existed in Pokémon. Now that this has been confirmed in Generation 7, this tweet looks very outdated, especially with the idea that X and Y exist in a universe separate from the games that it came before. Also, that official ordering says specifically RSE, and makes no mention of OR/AS. To assume they are the same is incorrect and baseless.

I'm really hoping that what I've presented here helps convince you to rethink your placement of OR/AS. [[User:AlmigthtyArceus|AlmigthtyArceus]] ([[User talk:AlmigthtyArceus|talk]]) 12:14, 16 December 2016 (UTC)

:This is an incredible analysis, but I do have one piece of information that kinda throws a wrench in it: Porygon. In Firered, its Pokédex entry implies that it was a ''very'' recently created Pokémon, based on the Pokédex's use of "the most advanced technologies", and not including "of its time" or any similar phrase that would indicate a particularly distant past. Meanwhile, its entry in Sun states that it was created "roughly 20 years ago". In other words, there's a 20-year gap between the Kanto games and the Alola ones. [[User:Eskay64|Eskay64]] ([[User talk:Eskay64|talk]]) 18:20, 20 March 2017 (UTC)

== Pokémon Colosseum and Pokémon Ranger ==

How do we know Colosseum and Ranger take place shortly after Generations 1 and 3, and subsequently, how do we know XD Gale of Darkness takes place about two years after Generations 2 and 4? Also, do we know where the Ranger sequels are confirmed to be concurrent to Generations 2 and 4? [[User:BlackButterfree|BlackButterfree]] ([[User talk:BlackButterfree|talk]]) 08:13, 2 January 2017 (UTC)

:Sorry to be a nuisance, but I still would like an answer for this. While these two spin-offs do take place in the main canon, they shouldn't be listed if they're not properly sourced. (Which honestly, kinda applies to most of the page.) [[User:BlackButterfree|BlackButterfree]] ([[User talk:BlackButterfree|talk]]) 02:48, 2 June 2018 (UTC)

== The timeskip between Generation II/IV and Generation V ==

I see that the page now states Generation V took place "At least three years after Generation II/Generation IV". Why is that? As far as I know, there was no information available about much time passed between Generation II/IV and Generation V.
--[[User:Scan|Scan]] ([[User talk:Scan|talk]]) 21:55, 9 March 2017 (UTC)
:Generation VII takes place at least 10 years after Emerald, because of the amount of time [[Anabel]] has been in Alola. All the other gaps have a canonical length, so when you add it all up{{tt|*|3 years from III-IV, 2 years from BW to B2W2 and VI, 2 years from VI to VII}}, the gap from IV to V can be no less than three years. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 23:46, 9 March 2017 (UTC)

== More on alternate timelines ==

Doesn't the stuff with Anabel in Sun/Moon further imply the alternate timeline/reality thing? [[User:TheFatPanda|TheFatPanda]] ([[User talk:TheFatPanda|talk]]) 16:54, 19 April 2017 (UTC)

== Game chronology ==

This page is very much in-universe and doesn't cite its sources at all. Since timeline disputes have come up numerous times on various pages (usually about characters' ages), I would like to add [[User:Pumpkinking0192/Game timeline]] as a subsection either on this page or on [[Core series#Timeline]]. The rigorous citations will clearly explain the timeline, so people shouldn't get confused anymore. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 20:09, 6 May 2017 (UTC)
:Poke. Does anyone have an opinion on this proposal? [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 15:01, 21 May 2017 (UTC)
::First off, why do you repeat yourself in the GS and HGSS paragraph? [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 15:21, 21 May 2017 (UTC)
:::Because I'm trying to be rigorous and provide an exact citation for each game, and not just assume that remakes or third versions take place at the same time as their originals. I believe the first paragraph (Yellow, E, FRLG, ORAS) is the only place those citations are impossible and such assumptions have to be made. Obviously if the staff don't think that's necessary, it can be pared down, but just to start with I wanted to be as thorough as possible. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 15:26, 21 May 2017 (UTC)
::::Your GS/HGSS references already specify the games.
::::If I try to make an alternate, would you prefer I leave your userpage alone? Or that I simply make a second section? Or do you care if I replace it, with the original simply remaining in the past revisions? [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 16:09, 21 May 2017 (UTC)
:::::Any of that is fine by me. Thanks for your interest in the subject! [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 16:16, 21 May 2017 (UTC)
::::::I found the right-floating table a little hard to deal with or understand, mainly because of the large ranges in some perhaps, but also because it was relatively onerous to keep a given number in mind and then look for the piece of prose that says something about that number. For that reason, I put it all together in one table. I also added an explicit "years passed" column, because that's the actual number we usually have, and I think it's good to be able to find that easily and ''then'' see how that affects the aggregate timeline.
::::::The third version/remake caveat emptors can all be a preface to the more proper specifics. On a vaguely similar subject, you could probably also combine the GS and HGSS references into one (just adding the text of the latter onto the end of the former), since it's really the same thing just with version/remake differences.
::::::I really think the alternate universe deserves to be kept as separate as possible too, so I put those games in their own column. We could maybe take out notes that still state that a game takes place in the Mega Evolution universe since that's arguably taken care of by the ME timeline's column. (Maybe it could stay where XY and B2W2 are said to be contemporaneous, just to make it clear they're still separate.)
::::::I also moved all the reference "text" to the end, because having all that inline with the first references of each just bloated the wikicode; they work fine at the end, and it's much easier to get a handle on the text that actually uses the references.
::::::I'm not sure where/if it belongs on this page, but I think that all is better if it will go somewhere. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 17:03, 21 May 2017 (UTC)
:::::::I like it! I don't think it needs to be sortable, but otherwise I don't have anything to complain about. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 17:11, 21 May 2017 (UTC)
::::::::I don't think we should be using pokedex entries. dates provided are not definite and some games uses same entry so the time does not make sense (i.e. lunatone pokedex entry from emerald, HGSS, and Y all mentioned it is discovered 40 years ago, but we know the 3 games are set apart from each other). in addition, before the release of oras, XY can take place in the original timeline too, since in game, mega evolution is also stated to be discovered recently (though they might be referring to our real world), can't remember which npc quote it. also there are inconsistency such as lucario being the first to mega evolve instead of rayquaza which would make sense if it take place in original timeline -[[User:Pokeant|Pokeant]] ([[User talk:Pokeant|talk]]) 16:27, 25 May 2017 (UTC)
:::::::::A few things. Let's first refresh ourselves on what [[Zinnia]] said: ''"A world where maybe the evolution of Pokémon took a slightly different path, where Mega Evolution is unknown... A world where that war 3,000 years ago...never happened."''
:::::::::1) This establishes ORAS and XY as being in the same world/timeline, contrasted to one without them. ("A world where Mega Evolution is unknown" and "where that war 3,000 years ago...never happened".)
:::::::::2) It must also be noted that, despite the ambiguous wording in English of "A world [...] where Mega Evolution is unknown", in Japanese, her line explicitly says, "where Mega Evolution ''does not exist''".
:::::::::Now, first and foremost, just on the face of it, ''reasonably'', all the Gen I-V games, where Mega Evolution wasn't a thing, ''should'' be part of the "no Mega Evolution" timeline. Can you argue that it's not ''certain'' that Mega Evolution didn't exist in those games? Yes. Is there anything that makes that more than just a theory? ...No.
:::::::::And if you do make the argument that maybe they just didn't know about Mega Evolution, it can theoretically apply exactly as well to RSE as to RBY or BW or whatever. I really don't think there's a reasonable way to carve out RSE specifically (and/or certain other games) as being one timeline and leave the rest in the other timeline; even if you can theorize your way to it, it'll be very heavily speculative (require many leaps of logic/assumptions)—as opposed to the simplest explanation: that Mega Evolution simply didn't exist in pre-Gen VI games.
:::::::::(To just quickly and directly address your suggestion (if I'm not mistaken) that Mega Evolution was a recent discovery in XY: 1) the [[Tower of Mastery]] almost surely was not built "recently"; 2) a {{tc|Beauty}} on the Tower's fourth floor says, ''"When he was younger, Professor Sycamore trained here to learn about Mega Evolution. But he decided he didn’t have what it takes and left fairly quickly."'', which doesn't really sound "recent" either. If you can find your quote, that'd be helpful. The closest things I can spot in XY's script are [[Korrina]]'s line, "we still know very little about [Mega Evolution]" (if you take it a bit too far) and {{prof|Sycamore}}'s line, "[...] Mega Evolution, a new kind of Evolution", which still at least kind of contradicts him being in the Tower of Mastery.) [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 15:02, 26 May 2017 (UTC)
It's only speculation now but I just want to share my suspicion that the gen 1 and 2 games might be made part of the ME timeline. Since with the virtual console the games are easily connected with the new games, it would also fill the gaps in the new timeline without needing to make other Kanto and Johto remakes again.--[[User:DanyyelTR|DanyyelTR]] ([[User talk:DanyyelTR|talk]]) 13:53, 5 August 2017 (UTC)
:It conflicts directly with both the existence of Mega Evolution in Hoenn, and the discovery of Steel/Dark types. The latter I bring up because, with the release of Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, specifically the RR episode, there's possibility for a third timeline to be considered; a Classic/Disappearance Timeline. The reason I believe a third timeline exists is because it cleanly resolves all paradox retcon discussion while keeping all mainline games canon in some way. The plot of the episode not only confirms without a single shadow of a doubt the existence of alternate universes, but seems to explore a third timeline in which player characters didn't exist. However, taking a close look at the dialogue of the team leaders fought, it seems that the missing characters are very specific; only [[Archie]], [[Maxie]], [[Cyrus]] and [[Lysandre]] mention having emerged victorious, and moreover, they make allusions to the fact that the player characters in their world didn't even show up. This is different with Ghetsis and Giovanni; neither mention ever accomplishing their goals, instead, Ghetsis implies he might have had trouble controlling N, something he shouldn't have had with an absence of a hero trainer, (though that's very much debatable,) and Giovanni mentions a feeling of nostalgia, plus his attitude towards the player makes it seem as though this wasn't the first time he had been defeated. I believe this all points to a third, sequential timeline that starts with RBGY to GSC, then a sequence of generations where the villains win; C!Kanto is represented by RBGY, although Red does not catch Mewtwo, while concurrently C!Hoenn's Maxie and Archie successfully revive Groudon and Kyogre without the player's interference, and end up on a stalemate, meaning the world is spared and why at best minor side effects occur(weakest link, I admit). → C!Johto's events occur. C!Sinnoh's Team Galactic manage to capture Dialga/Palkia, but Cyrus is attacked by Giratina before he's able to finish his plan. → C!Unova's Ghetsis's plan to take over the world by taking away it's Pokémon fails, most likely due to N disobeying him and defeating him with the opposite Dragon. As a result, not only do B2W2's Plasma events not occur, but Pokémon remain in the world for X and Y's events to occur; → C!Kalos's Lysandre explicitly mentions successfully triggering his ultimate weapon, so even with him momentarily vanished, his plan to wipe out all life is successful.
:Other details that stick out, at least to me, are: •Giovanni has Mewtwo here, who was missing from GSC but not in HGSS. •Archie and Maxie utilize their Gen 3 designs, a very intentional decision, considering no game before has returned to a character's old design post-remake, not to mention the ORAS models were ready and available to be easily recycled. Their legendaries also don't utilize Primal Reversion. •Ghetsis uses his BW design and owns ''one'' of the dragons, possibly leaving N with the other.
:I'm sure there's inconsistencies I'm not catching, but I think there's some thought to be put into this theory since it places RBGYGSC in an established, known timeline instead of simply retconning them.--[[User:ChReNiC|ChReNiC]] ([[User talk:ChReNiC|talk]]) 09:35, 15 March 2018 (UTC)

== Melmetal and 3000 years MIA... ==

Per the Let's Go entries, Melmetal's been MIA for about that length of time. Do we add that in, and if so where? {{unsigned|KrspaceT}}

== Modern Poké Balls developed in 1925 ==

The source of this information is a fan club site, should it really be considered canon?

In Black 2 and White 2, Drayden states that Poké Balls did not exist when he was little. [[User:Ultra Ray|Ultra Ray]] ([[User talk:Ultra Ray|talk]]) 14:38, 19 November 2020 (UTC)
:Canon or not canon, it was stated by official sources (multiple times, the first mention of that comes from the "Encyclopedia Pokémonica" promotional booklet back from Gen I times and I think it was also mentioned in Takeshi Shudo's novelization of the anime) and is therefore worth noting. Given the multitude of licensed Pokémon materials, it is often hard to discern what is "canon" and what is not. The franchise never gave any strong guidelines about that either, so anything that isn't sheer fanfiction is welcome here. --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] ([[User talk:Maxim|talk]]) 15:52, 19 November 2020 (UTC)

== Galar timeline and ages ==

There is a lot of information that can be inferred on the timeline of events in Galar, based on snippets we see in Rare League Cards and dialogue.

For this, I am making the assumption that Hop, Bede, Marnie, Peonia, Victor and Gloria are meant to all be peers of the same age group. If this is true, the earliest picture we have of a member of their generation would be of Peony and Peonia, taken while Peony was still a Steel-type Gym Leader and potentially the Champion of Galar. Peony stepped down after a certain amount of time, when Rose became chairman. That means that, at the earliest, Hop would have been Peonia's age in the picture when Leon became a champion at age 10. Because both Marnie and Peonia are representing transgressive, rebellious fashion trends (punk and ganguro respectively), it is likely they are meant to be middle adolescents at least (14 to 18). This would mean that Marnie and Peonia are 14 or 15. Counterpoint to that is that Gloria and Victor appear to share their rigs and proportions with Selene and Elio, which would indicate Gloria, Victor and Hop are 11 or 12.

It is stated that it was Chairman Rose who implemented the use of the Dynamax phenomenon in gym battles. In Piers' Rare League Card, he is quoted to state that, even though Spikemuth doesn't have a power spot, he will do his best to represent the town. This means that dynamax battles were implemented prior to Piers becoming a gym leader. Piers is noted to have gifted Marnie Morpeko when Marnie was five. This means that Piers had already begun his pokémon journey or maybe had already concluded it when Marnie was five. It is even possible Marnie joined Piers on his journey while she was five. This suggests that Piers' Rare League Card picture was taken around the same time that he gifted Morpeko to Marnie (the picture representing the age at which Piers entered the League, as opposed to when he became gym leader). Based on Piers' rare league card image, Piers looks to have been older than the protagonist characters were when they started their pokémon journey, though it's hard to tell by how much due to the style, but not so old that he would stop growing afterwards.

Based on Peonia's picture and comparing this with Marnie's age when she received Morpeko, it seems as though Marnie was around the same age as Peonia was in Peony's Rare League Card. Assuming no special interactions between Peony and Piers take place in the game (I might be wrong there), it seems likely that Piers did the gym challenge after Peony stepped down and at the start of Rose's tenure as chairman. In the relatively short time frame in which rival characters tend to become gym leaders, dynamax bands were introduced.

Added together, this suggests that Piers may have been significantly older than Leon (as much as 15 or 16 to Leon's 10) and may have been Leon's rival during his Galar Gym Challenge. It is possible that Leon became champion without an incumbent champion to defeat (since Peony stepped down without a fight), before or during the introduction of the dynamax phenomenon by Chairman Rose. This would place Leon's age anywhere between 16 (assuming Hop was 5 to Leon's 10 and Hop is now 11) and 21 (assuming Hop was 4 to Leon's 10 and Hop is now 15). Piers would be anywhere between 18 (assuming he was 12 to Marnie's 5 and Marnie is now 11) and 26 (assuming he was 16 to Marnie's 5 and Marnie is now 15). [[User:Calmetta|Calmetta]] ([[User talk:Calmetta|talk]]) 14:26, 19 January 2021 (UTC)

==lore from the backstory==
https://twitter.com/RavelMonte/status/1393999352205615106 [[User:Roserade57|Roserade57]] ([[User talk:Roserade57|talk]]) 02:50, 17 May 2021 (UTC)

== Move article ==

I feel like the article should be named "History of the Pokémon universe" because this article is talking about the entire Pokémon universe and not just the Pokémon world. [[User:Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm|Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm]] ([[User talk:Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm|talk]]) 18:30, 11 December 2021 (UTC)

== There is no way that Pokemon Legends: Arceus takes place "hundreds of years before Gen IV" ==

Legends Arceus is so clearly based on early Meiji Era Hokkaido that I don't know how anyone could have ever thought otherwise. The Galaxy Team headquarters is practically a replica of the [https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/65/Hokkaido_Prefectural_Office02s5s4272.jpg Hokkaido Government Office] that was built in Sapporo by the Meiji government in 1873, and it has a Galarian Weezing styled smokestack on the roof which also implies post industrialization. There are also kerosene lamps throughout the interior, which were invented in 1853. Laventon's office has a steam powered machine of some sort, and he has a camera based on the [https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/95/LEI0060_186_Leica_I_Sn.5193_1927_Originalzustand_Front-2_FS-15.jpg Leica I] which came out in 1925. Even Hisui having its named changed to Sinnoh is a reference to Hokkaido getting its name changed from Ezochi by the Meiji government. In light of all this, I think PLA should be placed, at most, 120-130 years before Gen IV if not a bit later. {{unsigned|Porkadi110}}
:Pokémon chronology doesn't have to be 1:1 with real world chronology. Just because the industrial revolution happened in the 19th century, doesn't make Hisui's timeline the 19th century as well. I don't think we even got an exact number, just a vague "X years ago". Sure, this entire article is mostly speculation, but it's speculation based off known information.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:44, 11 February 2022 (UTC)

::In Pokemon Legends Arceus there is a side-quest where you need to find 108 spirits to capture Spiritomb that has been sealed hundreds of years prior, going by that information would put the game around 300 years before gen 4 at the earliest since its said hundreds in plural. Also considering that the game contains most ancestors of other characters it wouldn't make much sense to put the game that far in the timeline, of course it is never stated (for now) but considering the fact that most of those ancestors are so similar to its descendants it would make sense that they are their grandparents or great-grandparents which would put the game at around 150~100 years before gen 4. [[User:Draconk|Draconk]] ([[User talk:Draconk|talk]]) 12:21, 11 February 2022 (UTC)
:::Taking what you mentioned about the Spiritomb request into consideration, the game would most likely take place 300-100 years ago, not 150-100. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 04:53, 12 February 2022 (UTC)
::::Most information seems to support technology progressing in the Pokemon world similarly to how it progressed in real life. The Parfum Palace was built 300 years prior to Gen VI, and it matches the exact kind of architecture that was popular in France 300 years prior to the present. Klink, a Pokemon literally made of industrial gears, didn't start appearing in Chargestone Cave until 150 years prior to Gen V. Nacrene City's warehouses weren't constructed until 100 years before Gen V. The moon landing happened in the Pokemon world on the exact same date that it happened in real life. There are far more parallels between the technological progress of the real world and the Pokemon world than there are discrepancies. Still, like you said the article IS speculation, but even so you yourself admitted that Arceus is only vaguely stated to be "X years ago," so the article should still be changed regardless because there is absolutely nothing that states that it takes place "hundreds" of years prior to Gen IV. [[User:Porkadi110|Porkadi110]] ([[User talk:Porkadi110|talk]]) 00:56, 20 February 2022 (UTC)
::::The whole matter of Spiritomb is entirely irrelevant and a moot point. All the little girl says is "hundreds of years ago," but considering Spiritomb was sealed for the first time 500 years before Gen IV, that's not entirely helpful. Her statements don't directly support the game taking place 300-100 years ago OR 150-100 years ago. [[User:Porkadi110|Porkadi110]] ([[User talk:Porkadi110|talk]]) 00:56, 20 February 2022 (UTC)
:::::Spiritomb and Vessa's dialogue is relevant because it at least gives a hint to the game's placement in the timeline. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 20:28, 20 February 2022 (UTC)
::::::Vessa's dialogue isn't relevant for the context of this discussion. All she says is "hundreds of years ago," meaning the game could take place 300 years before Gen IV and her dialogue would still be true, the game could take place 200 years before Gen IV and her dialogue would still be true, the game could take place 100 years before Gen IV and her dialogue would still be true, the game could take place 50 years before Gen IV and her dialogue would still be true, etc. Nothing in her dialogue makes a date of 300 years prior any more likely than a date of 100 years prior, so it isn't really relevant for the purposes of this discussion. [[User:Porkadi110|Porkadi110]] ([[User talk:Porkadi110|talk]]) 05:10, 21 February 2022 (UTC)
::::::We do actually have a solid time frame of when Pokémon Legends: Arceus takes place, a [https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/pokemon-legends-arceus-for-nintendo-switch review published by PC Magazine] states: "''Pokemon's Hisui/Sinnoh region is based on the island of Hokkaido. Its early form as the Hisui region and the story around Pokemon Legends: Arceus actually touches a bit on that history. The game takes place during the equivalent of Japan’s Muromachi period, when people from mainland Pokemon’s version of Japan are settling Hisui and interacting with the native residents. In this case, the Galaxy Expedition Team are the first settlers from the mainland, while the Diamond and Pearl clans (analogous to the Ainu people) welcome them.''" We can assume that this is a reliable source because PC Magazine received the game early from The Pokémon Company to review along with information on the game, as well as being recognized as a reliable source in the industry. The Muromachi period takes place from 1336 to 1573 which would make PLA take place somewhere between around 500-700 years ago, but most likely around 700 years ago since it is stated in-game that the [[Galaxy Team]] only arrived less than 2 years prior to the game's start. As stated earlier in this discussion the Pokémon timeline does not have to be 1:1 with the real world, but without any other information to state otherwise about PLA's placement in the timeline, we will just have to assume that PLA takes place around the same time that it's real-life equivalent does. [[User:Mew07777|Mew07777]] ([[User talk:Mew07777|talk]]) 23:52, 20 February 2022 (UTC)
:::::::Yeah I'm not buying it. PC Magazine is just speculating on their own and aren't quoting gamefreak there at all. Plus, as Inkster said, the dating of the Muromachi period is completely contradicted by Vessa's dialogue. As I made clear earlier, all the real world parallels that gamefreak put into this game come from the Meiji period, not the Muromachi period. It's pretty obtuse to think that gamefreak, a Japanese company, would purposefully pick references to 19th century Japanese history for a fantasy setting inspired by medieval Japanese history. That'd be like giving a first glance at Red Dead Redemption 2 and thinking that Rockstar (meant to say rockstar), an American company, was placing the game in the 1700s even though the entire thing is clearly inspired by a late 1800s western setting. The timeline doesn't have to be 1:1, but Gamefreak has shown with a fair bit of consistency that they usually opt to make the timeline line up with real life more often than not. It makes no sense to ignore every single Meiji period reference that Gamefreak put into Legends Arceus in favor of going off of some speculation made by a western gaming magazine. [[User:Porkadi110|Porkadi110]] ([[User talk:Porkadi110|talk]]) 05:19, 21 February 2022 (UTC)
:::::::Thing is, with the information about the first Spiritomb that was sealed according to the Pearl/Shining Pearl Pokédex entry, the game cannot be set more than 500 years ago. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 01:04, 21 February 2022 (UTC)
::::::::At this point, I think we should just have it say "at least 100 years". [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 05:49, 21 February 2022 (UTC)
:::::::::I'm fine with that, or heck even just saying something even vaguer like "many years before." It just makes no sense to me to arbitrarily pick "hundreds of years ago" when even Japanese fans over on Pixiv are speculating that it takes place at some time analogous to the early Meiji period:https://dic.pixiv.net/a/LEGENDS%E3%82%A2%E3%83%AB%E3%82%BB%E3%82%A6%E3%82%B9 [[User:Porkadi110|Porkadi110]] ([[User talk:Porkadi110|talk]]) 06:04, 21 February 2022 (UTC)
::::::::::Why have the events of PLA been moved to 500 years before Gen IV? I am going to revert it back to at least 100 years ago. [[User:Mew07777|Mew07777]] ([[User talk:Mew07777|talk]]) 04:11, 2 March 2022 (UTC)

== Did {{p|Arceus}} create the [[Pokémon world]] or did {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}? ==

Did {{p|Arceus}} create the [[Pokémon world]] or did {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}? There are myths saying that Palkia and Dialga created the Pokémon world and there are myths saying that Arceus created the Pokémon world. So which is it? This article states that Dialga and Palkia created the Pokémon world while the Pokémon world, Pokémon universe, and Myths and legends involving Legendary and Mythical Pokémon articles say that Arceus created the Pokémon world. We need to keep the information on [[Bulbapedia]] consistent. [[User:Mew07777|Mew07777]] ([[User talk:Mew07777|talk]]) 20:49, 22 March 2022 (UTC)

: The problem is that the myths themselves are inconsistent. —[[User:Legoless|Legoless]] ([[User talk:Legoless|talk]]) 09:38, 23 March 2022 (UTC)

:: Yes, but we need to be consistent on which myth we use for our articles. We can't have two articles saying different things about the same topic. We have to decide which myth we will use, the myth that says Dialga and Palkia created the Pokémon world, or the myth that says Arceus created the Pokémon world. [[User:Mew07777|Mew07777]] ([[User talk:Mew07777|talk]]) 21:13, 26 March 2022 (UTC)

:::We don't decide anything, this is a wiki so all we do is report what official media say. I'm not much familiar with all the myths, but if games sometimes say it was Arceus and sometimes that it were Dialga and Palkia then that's what should be said on all the pages. Please fix that anywhere you find such inconsistency.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 22:01, 26 March 2022 (UTC)

== Pokémon Legends: Arceus should take place at most 200 years before Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl ==

Spiritomb's Pearl and Shining Pearl Pokédex entries state that it was sealed in the Odd Keystone 500 years ago. Since Spiritomb appears in Legends: Arceus, which is a premake (a portmanteau of ''remake'' and ''prequel'') of Diamond and Pearl, and Vessa mentions it was sealed away "hundreds of years ago", and The Free Dictionary defines "hundreds of" as "several hundred" ("Several" being defined as "more than 2 but not many"), Pokémon Legends: Arceus should take place at most 200 years before Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl instead of at most 300 years before Generation IV. --
[[User:Matthewmgcs|Matthewmgcs]] ([[User talk:Matthewmgcs|talk]]) 13:35, 10 August 2022 (UTC)
:This is an incredible valid point. Legends Arceus is, at most, two centuries away from the modern games. Even if you disregard Vessa herself, the Pokemon world has time that mirrors ours - we even see this in Gen I and III with the space shuttle and such - and this game is obviously Meiji period.--[[User:Darknesslover5000|Darknesslover5000]] ([[User talk:Darknesslover5000|talk]]) 00:13, 28 November 2022 (UTC)
::There is no official confirmation on how long PLA takes place before DP, no matter how obvious it is. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 00:19, 28 November 2022 (UTC)

== Move to Timeline (game) ==

Mainly for consistency with the other two timeline articles, and the current title falsely implies that it is the history of the franchise in general. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 13:38, 2 January 2023 (UTC)
:I like the ring of the current title better. Just calling it "timeline" takes the life and charm out of it. The anime timeline records the story of the anime, so it makes since to call it a timeline, as it is mostly a strict timeline of events in the anime, plus flashbacks. Whereas this "timeline" is an attempt at a full history of the Pokémon world as a whole, so the title should reflect that. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 08:43, 10 January 2023 (UTC)
::Well, in any case this page is formatted like a timeline pretty much like {{red link|Timeline (anime)}} and {{red link|Timeline (Adventures)}}.
::At least in my opinion, I would be OK with calling this one {{red link|Timeline (game)}}. If the wording "History of the Pokémon world" is good, maybe {{red link|Timeline (anime)}} should be moved to [[History of the Pokémon world (anime)]]? But anyway I think I'd prefer using "Timeline (anime)" as it's shorter to type.
::Please let's use a consistent naming format for those pages if possible. --[[User:Daniel Carrero|Daniel Carrero]] ([[User talk:Daniel Carrero|talk]]) 12:33, 10 January 2023 (UTC)
:::I suppose you're not wrong. And I do like how Timeline (anime) and Timeline (Adventures) can be linked to with link templates, as would Timeline (game). My idea of what this article should be is different from what it is, but I suppose as it stands Timeline (game) would be fine. I'll go ahead and say that I support the move. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 13:25, 10 January 2023 (UTC)

== Humans 3 million years ago ==

Where is stated that human appeared 3 million years ago? I have searched, but I could not find any evidence of it. --[[User:Marcodpat|Marcodpat]] ([[User talk:Marcodpat|talk]]) 16:22, 2 January 2023 (UTC)

== Pokémon Legends Arcues ==

The events of Pokémon legends Arceus, are just left in this article like: "The events of Pokémon Legends Arceus occur", I feel like this is unfair for a main line game in this page because all the other games in the main line do have a detail account of the story of each respective game, can someone add the story of the game please? --[[User:Neos|Neos]] ([[User talk:Neos|talk]]) 09:49, 24 June 2023 (UTC)

== Anorith ==

What is the source for [[Anorith]] being 500 million years old? Its page/Sword entry only lists 100 million years. [[User:Warlic|warlic]] ([[User talk:Warlic|talk]]) 02:39, 28 July 2023 (UTC)

== PLA 200 years (cont.) ==

If there's no confirmation, then the entry in "recent history" should not read "Hundreds of years before Generation IV." That's misleading. 
Additionally, there is an avenue for dating Pokemon Legends Arceus that isn't mentioned on the page. The pokemon world is quite often parallel to our own (see the 1995/1996 mentions for Porygon/Pokemon RGBY). Jubilife city is based on Sapporo city. In Legends Arceus, Jubilife Village was founded two years ago. In our history, Sapporo Village was founded in 1868. That would put LA 126 years before Gen 1 (and 129 years before Gen 2 and 4). 
The mention of hundreds of years is baseless and should be replaced with "sometime before," or perhaps omitted altogether.{{unsigned|Nava.Nevermore}}

== Freakleak: Timing of Gens II and IV ==

A document found in the Freakleak [https://xcancel.com/CentroLeaks/status/1851417868925067472 reveals (via Centro LEAKS)] that {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s|''Diamond'', ''Pearl''}}, and {{game|Platinum||''Platinum Versions''}} canonically take place “a little later (no details)” (少し後（詳細なし）''sukoshi ato (shōsai-nashi)'') than {{game|Gold and Silver|s|''Gold'', ''Silver''}} {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s|''HeartGold'', and ''SoulSilver Versions''}}. [[User:Missingno000|欠番]] [[User talk:Missingno000|T]]/[[Special:Contributions/Missingno000|C]] 16:22, 3 November 2024 (UTC)
:I mean, we know this because DP starts with the broadcast of Red Gyarados's outrage in the Lake of Rage, but still DPPt and HGSS are happening roughly at the same time because Jasmine comes back to Johto and describes her stay in Sinnoh. What's more interesting is that it says BW are happening 10 years after gen 4.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 17:13, 3 November 2024 (UTC)

== How Much Weight Should We Give To The Recent Information? ==

I haven't really looked into how Bulbapedia is handling the Teraleak, but a few weeks ago, among the earlier batches of information to come from it, it was confirmed that the events of Pokémon Legends Arceus happen "150 years ago". It wasn't specified if that referred to the events of Sinnoh (making it 147 years prior to the events of Kanto/Hoenn), or the most modern events of the timeline (at that time, being those of Galar). Additionally, today the leaks revealed that Red and Blue were officially 20 years old in their appearance in Alola, meaning that from Kanto to Alola, only 9 years have passed in-universe. This seemingly confirms that the gap between Sinnoh and Johto to Unova is around 2 years. (This would presumably override the previously leaked Caitlyn concept art, which labeled her as 17 in Platinum/HGSS, but mid-20's in Unova, which would make the 4/5 gap AT LEAST 6 years long.) What should we do with this timeline information? - [[User:BlackButterfree|BlackButterfree]] ([[User talk:BlackButterfree|talk]]) 19:57, 3 November 2024 (UTC)
:The vast majority of this information is from the development process and may have changed since the games released, and even that which hasn't been explicitly retconned was not intended to be revealed or "made canon" and so is still subject to change. Whether Bulbapedia wants to cover the development details revealed (such as the scrapped mechanics for Zygarde) is a whole other conversation, but as far as character and lore details go, it would be unwise to treat the leaks as canon. [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 21:57, 3 November 2024 (UTC)

Pokémon Legends: Z-A

2024-02-27T15:24:31Z

Nutter Butter: /* Plot */ it being set in the future is still speculative. this is more accurate to what we've been told

{{Upcoming notice}}
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'''Pokémon Legends: Z-A''' (Japanese: '''{{j|Pokémon LEGENDS {{ruby|Z-A|ゼットエー}}}}''' ''Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A'') is a [[Generation IX]] [[core series]] game. The game will be released on the [[Nintendo Switch]] in 2025.

==Plot==
The game is set in [[Lumiose City]] during a period of redevelopment into a city where humans and Pokémon can live in harmony.

==Blurb==
==Features==
===New Pokémon and forms===
===Pokémon mechanics===
[[Mega Evolution]] will be returning for the first time since [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]].

==Staff==
==Gallery==
==In other languages==
==References==
<references />

{{Core series}} 
{{Project Games notice}}
[[Category:Nintendo Switch games]]

[[it:Leggende Pokémon: Z-A]]

Pokémon multiverse

2024-02-16T00:37:04Z

Nutter Butter: /* Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire */ why we backslashing

The '''Pokémon multiverse''' refers to a collection of alternate {{pkmn|universe}}s in [[Pokémon]] media.

==In the core series games==
===Pokémon Black and White===
In {{game|Black and White|s}}, it is said that [[Opelucid City]] is different in another world, with there being an alternate version of the city that is traditional{{sup/5|B}}/modern{{sup/5|W}}, referencing the fact that the city differs between the two versions of the game. The character Thyme{{sup/5|B}}/Bach{{sup/5|W}} (on the second floor in the building east of [[Drayden]]'s house) requests to be shown a Pokémon that knows {{m|Charge}} from the alternate world and rewards the {{player}} with a [[Cell Battery]] once they show him such a Pokémon [[game of origin|originating]] from the opposite version of the game.

===Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire===
In [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]], [[Zinnia]] mentions that there is another similar yet different world where the war in [[Kalos]] 3000 years ago never occurred, so the [[ultimate weapon]] was never built and [[Mega Evolution]] consequently does not exist. This world contains an alternate version of the [[Hoenn]] [[region]]. This is a reference to {{game2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}}, which are earlier games set in Hoenn that lack Mega Evolution.

In Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, [[Archie]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Maxie]]{{sup/6|AS}} mentions another world in which the {{player}} would battle [[Team Aqua]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Team Magma]]{{sup/6|AS}}. This is a reference to the opposite version of the game, implying that Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire take place in alternate universes to each other.

===Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon===
The individual titles take place in different universes from one another.

In {{g| Sun and Moon}}'s climax, the {{player}}, [[Lillie]], [[Lusamine]], and [[Guzma]] all travel to another world known as [[Ultra Space]]. The specific location is named [[Ultra Deep Sea]] in {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}. In Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon's climax Lusamine and Guzma head into another world to stop {{ga|Necrozma}} instead. After their failure, Necrozma heads to [[Ultra Megalopolis]], with the player following.

In Sun and Moon, [[Anabel]] is mentioned to have fallen onto [[Poni Island]] from another universe through an [[Ultra Wormhole]], and was found by [[Looker]] and [[Nanu]] ten years before the events of the games. She remembers that she came from [[Hoenn]] and was a [[Frontier Brain|powerful Trainer]] who protected a {{gdis|Battle Tower|III|tower}}, referencing her role in {{game|Emerald}}.

In [[Episode RR]] in Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, [[Giovanni]] comes to [[Alola]] from an alternate universe in which [[Team Rocket]] was successful in achieving its goals. He then forms [[Team Rainbow Rocket]] by summoning other [[villainous team]] leaders from alternate worlds where they each also succeeded in their goals: [[Maxie]], [[Archie]], [[Cyrus]], [[Lysandre]], and [[Ghetsis]]. All of these leaders use the [[Legendary Pokémon]] they have successfully captured from their original titles. [[Colress]] uses his technology to send them back to their original worlds after they are each defeated by the {{player}}. Episode RR ends with Giovanni wondering what other worlds he could attack next before vanishing on his own.

After the player becomes the {{pkmn|Champion}}, a rift appears at the [[Altar of the Sunne]]{{sup/7|SUS}}/[[Altar of the Moone]]{{sup/7|MUM}}, which can be opened into an Ultra Wormhole and traveled through if the player has a {{p|Solgaleo}}{{sup/7|SUS}} or Dusk Mane {{p|Necrozma}}{{sup/7|US}} in their [[party]] at night or a {{p|Lunala}}{{sup/7|MUM}} or Dawn Wings Necrozma{{sup/7|UM}} in their party during the day. The Ultra Wormhole leads to an alternate universe, known as the '''reverse world'''. It is near-identical to the main setting, but the [[time]] of day is inverted, with Poni's altar (with an Ultra Wormhole there allowing the player to return to the original world at any time), and the [[Lake of the Moone]]{{sup/7|SUS}}/[[Lake of the Sunne]]{{sup/7|MUM}} both being replaced by their opposite version's counterpart. By going into the reverse world and bringing a Solgaleo{{sup/7|SUS}} or Lunala{{sup/7|MUM}} to the lake on Ula'ula Island, the legendary's counterpart will briefly appear before the player's and the two of them will create a {{p|Cosmog}} that the player can obtain.

In Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, through the [[Ultra Warp Ride]], it is possible to travel to other worlds by traveling through Ultra Space, including an alternate universe's version of Alola known as the [[Ultra Ruin]], which has been destroyed by {{p|Guzzlord}}.

===Pokémon Scarlet and Violet===
In [[Pokémon Scarlet and Violet]], if the player goes to the [[Crystal Pool]] with [[Briar's Book]], {{p|Terapagos}} creates a cloud of mist from which [[Professor Sada]]{{sup/9|S}}/[[Professor Turo]]{{sup/9|V}} appears, [[time travel]]ing from the past. The professor notes their displacement across space and time and speculates that the encounter might be occurring in a different timeline to their own (though this seems to be contradicted by the fact that the encounter is mentioned in the professor's [[Area Zero journals|journals]] in the [[Area Zero Underdepths]]). They also mention that they are working on a [[time machine]] to catch [[Paradox Pokémon|Pokémon from other timelines]] and transport them to the present day in their own timeline. After trading their copy of the [[Scarlet Book]]{{sup/9|S}}/[[Violet Book]]{{sup/9|V}} for Briar's Book, the professor vanishes in the mist, returning from whence they came.

==In the spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
{{mas|Giovanni}} is the same one that appeared in {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}, as he is the leader of [[Team Rainbow Rocket]].

{{mas|Cyrus}} is also the same one that appeared in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, as he says that he was about to use {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} to remake the world when he was interrupted by {{p|Hoopa}}'s ring.

A different version of {{mas|Ghetsis}} from {{game|Black and White|s 2|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2}} is playable in this game. Before arriving in [[Pasio]], Ghetsis was about to confront the player from the original game when he was also interrupted by Hoopa's ring.

The [[Team Rocket trio]] from the alternate {{pkmn|movie}} continuity is somehow trasnported to [[Pasio]] while chasing a {{Shiny}} {{p|Celebi}}.

During the {{DL|Special event|The Classic Thunderbolt}} [[special event]], {{mas|Ash}} from the {{pkmn|anime}} universe accidentally wound up on Pasio while training for the [[Masters Eight Tournament]].

During the [[Twin Stars Far Apart]] [[story event]], {{mas|Liza}} and {{mas|Anabel}} wind up in an alternate world version of Pasio through an [[Ultra Wormhole]]. This world appears to house no humans, but does contain several [[Ultra Beast]]s, which appear to have wound up there by chance. The two Trainers eventually return to their own world through another wormhole.

Different versions of {{mas|Rose}} and {{mas|Oleana}} from {{g|Sword and Shield}} are playable in this game. These versions of Rose and Oleana are from a world where they have not yet caused the [[Darkest Day]].

==In the anime==
===''[[Pokémon the Series: XY]]''===
[[File:Mirror Ash.png|thumb|250px|[[Mirror Ash]]]]
{{main|Mirror World}}
The [[Mirror World]] appears in ''[[XY037|The Cave of Mirrors!]]''. It is similar to the regular [[Pokémon world]], except that the humans and Pokémon found in the Mirror World have mirrored appearances and opposite personalities compared to their regular world counterparts.

The mirror versions of some characters are seen in this world:
*[[Mirror Ash]]
*[[Mirror Serena]]
*[[Mirror Clemont]]
*[[Mirror Bonnie]]
*[[Mirror Team Rocket]]
**[[Mirror Team Rocket|Mirror Jessie]]
**[[Mirror Team Rocket|Mirror James]]
**[[Mirror Team Rocket|Mirror Meowth]]

===''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''===
[[File:Alternate and Main Ash.png|thumb|250px|{{Ash}} and [[Alternate World Ash]]]]
In ''[[JN089|The Gates of Warp!]]'' and ''[[JN090|Showdown at the Gates of Warp!]]'', there is another universe, which is similar to the main one.

The alternate versions of some characters are seen in this world:

*[[Alternate World Ash]]
*[[Alternate World Dawn]]
*[[Alternate World Goh]]
*[[Alternate World Chloe]]
*[[Alternate World Team Rocket]]
**[[Alternate World Team Rocket|Alternate World Jessie]]
**[[Alternate World Team Rocket|Alternate World James]]
**[[Alternate World Team Rocket|Alternate World Meowth]]
**Alternate World {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}s
*{{DL|Professor Rowan|Alternate World Professor Rowan}}
*{{DL|Nurse Joy|Alternate World Nurse Joy}}

==See also==
* [[Dimension]]
* [[Ultra Wormhole]]
* [[Paradox Pokémon]]

{{-}}
{{Project Locations notice}}

[[Category:Locations]]

[[it:Multiverso Pokémon]]

Detective Pikachu Returns

2023-10-20T14:37:16Z

Nutter Butter: /* Characters */ it definitely seems like some of the more significant Pokémon (the ride Pokémon, Mewtwo, and Deoxys at least) should be listed somewhere on here, but they aren't for the first game, so ...

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| publisher = [[Nintendo]] / [[The Pokémon Company]]
| developer = [[Creatures, Inc.]]
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| release_date_na = October 6, 2023
| release_date_au = October 6, 2023
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'''Detective Pikachu Returns''' (Japanese: '''帰ってきた名探偵ピカチュウ''' ''The Return of Detective Pikachu'') is a spin-off Pokémon game for the [[Nintendo Switch]] and sequel to 2018's [[Detective Pikachu (game)|Detective Pikachu]]. The game was originally announced at the May 2019 [[Pokémon Presents#May 29, 2019|Pokémon Press Conference]],<ref>[https://youtu.be/vTWkBjxvBok?t=412 ''2019 Pokémon Press Conference'' - The Official Pokémon YouTube channel] (retrieved June 21, 2023)</ref> going over four years without any concrete information about the game outside of interviews with [[Creatures Inc.]] staff in both 2022<ref>[https://recruit.creatures.co.jp/cr_people/kt/ ''Making Creatures a better company by raising the level of technology and building a foundation'' - Creatures Inc.] (retrieved June 21, 2023)</ref> and 2023<ref>[https://recruit.creatures.co.jp/cr_people/kn/ ''Reaching new heights as a background artist'' - Creatures Inc.] (retrieved June 21, 2023)</ref> where it still did not have an official name, only being known as a "Detective Pikachu sequel".

On June 21, 2023, the first trailer, name, and release date were revealed during a [[Pokémon Presents#Nintendo Direct|Nintendo Direct]]. It released worldwide on October 6, 2023.

==Plot==
{{Spoilers}}
Two years following the [[R]] {{ga|Detective Pikachu|incident}}, [[Tim Goodman]] and his partner {{OBP|Detective Pikachu|character}} continue to serve [[Ryme City]] as detectives. A ceremony where Mayor [[Howard Myers]] is honoring them with medals as a reward for their efforts is interrupted by a rampaging {{p|Corviknight}}. Tim and Pikachu investigate the chaos caused by Corviknight and recover Pikachu's signature hat, which the Corviknight had stolen, before returning to the ceremony.

The next day, Tim and Pikachu's services are enlisted by Inspector [[Frank Holiday]] to assist the police with an investigation at [[Sanjeev Denis]]'s mansion, where the legendary Aurora Drop, a precious jewel, has gone missing. Mr. Denis's butler, [[Brandon Barnes]], has been accused of the crime and is the police's top suspect, but Mr. Denis is convinced of his butler's innocence and requests Tim's help in finding the real culprit. By questioning Mr. Denis, Mr. Barnes, Mr. Denis's wife [[Claudia Denis]], and new staff member [[Larry Turner]], Tim and Pikachu are able to find enough evidence to prove Mr. Barnes is innocent and enlist the assistance of Mr. Denis's partner {{p|Growlithe}}, who possesses a powerful sense of smell, to track the real culprit. During the investigation, they run into Tim's classmate [[Rachel Myers]], the daughter of Mayor Myers, and her friend [[Jessica Miller]]. Rachel requests Tim's help with something that she does not want to disclose in public, so Tim invites her to visit his apartment later that evening. They also briefly encounter an oddly behaving scientist named [[Charles Merloch]], who performs a brief health exam on Pikachu. Tim and Pikachu are able to deduce and prove to the police that the real culprit was Larry Turner, who's working with an unknown accomplice, and that the Aurora Drop had been swallowed by Turner's partner, {{p|Cramorant}}. Although Cramorant initially spits up the jewel and Turner is taken into custody, a mysterious cube on Cramorant's back suddenly activates and the Gulp Pokémon swallows the Aurora Drop and escapes, though Turner insists he had no role in Cramorant's escape.

Tim and Pikachu return home, where Tim's mother, [[Irene Goodman]], and sister, [[Sophia Goodman]], are visiting for Tim's medal ceremony. Rachel arrives and is invited by Irene to join them for dinner, during which Pikachu falls mysteriously unconscious and sees memories of Tim's father, [[Harry Goodman]], informing Irene that he wants a divorce. When Pikachu awakens, Tim and Rachel are relieved to see he is alright, and Rachel expresses that spending time with Tim and his family has relieved the concerns she had and she no longer feels the need to talk about what was bothering her. Instead, Tim asks if she knows anyone who may know more about the Aurora Drop, and Rachel suggests that they meet with her professor [[Trevor Gordon]], who's an expert on minerals, the next day.

Tim, Pikachu, and Rachel head to the [[Southern Ruins]], which Professor Gordon is investigating, but only find from his assistant, [[Chris Honor]], that the professor had disappeared into the ruins days ago and never returned. Additionally, the ruins and their surrounding area have been mysteriously covered in ice and snow. Tim and Pikachu apply their detective skills to solve the ruins' puzzles and get inside to find Professor Gordon, with the assistance of the professor's {{p|Slowpoke}} and other local Pokémon. They encounter a {{rf|Galarian}} {{p|Darmanitan}} on a rampage and sneak past it, eventually placating it with [[Slowpoke Tail|Slowpoke's tail]] as a snack. Darmanitan reveals that it, alongside several of its {{type|Ice}} friends, were kidnapped by a mysterious group and escaped, covering the ruins in ice to make it feel more like home. Pikachu and Darmanitan team up to navigate the ruins, using Darmanitan's strength to break rocks and find Darmanitan's missing friends and Professor Gordon, but the main entrance to the ruins closes behind them, trapping them all inside. Using Professor Gordon's knowledge and the Ice-type powers of Darmanitan's friend {{p|Eiscue}}, Tim and Pikachu are able to deduce the solution to the final puzzle and open a second entrance, allowing the group to escape the ruins. However, as they leave, they hear a mysterious man approaching, who attempts to steal Pikachu before fleeing. Darmanitan, Pikachu, and Eiscue pursue him and are attacked by a {{p|Mamoswine}} with the same kind of cube that Cramorant had; Darmanitan defeats the Mamoswine, but the man escapes. Tim asks Professor Gordon about the Aurora Drop, and the professor reveals that it is believed to be the dormant form of an [[extraterrestrial Pokémon]].

On their way home, Tim, Pikachu, and Rachel see {{OBP|Mewtwo|Detective Pikachu}} escaping from a swarm of {{p|Beedrill}} and carrying Harry's unconscious body. The Beedrill's attacks knock Mewtwo into the city, causing the residents to flee in a panic, and Harry's body is taken by mysterious men who fly away on the Beedrill. Pikachu attempts to ask Mewtwo what is going on, but the residents of Ryme City express fear of {{pkmn|category|Genetic Pokémon}} and Mewtwo leaves to avoid further issues.

Before Tim and Pikachu can further investigate the Aurora Drop and the mysterious group that attacked them and took Harry, Pikachu is arrested by [[Brad McMaster]] for allegedly destroying a Slowpoke fountain. To prove Pikachu's innocence, Tim and Pikachu are forced to work separately, as Tim works with Rachel to investigate the destruction of the fountain and Pikachu questions the many other Pokémon who have been detained, sharing their findings during the detention center's brief visitation hours. While in custody, Pikachu and the other detained Pokémon are given the same mysterious cube devices used by the men that attacked them, and Pikachu learns it is used to control Pokémon's actions. Tim and Rachel are able to find evidence suggesting all of the detained Pokémon were framed, while Pikachu allies with a {{p|Luxray}} to sneak around the detention center and gets into the office of [[Will Butler]], the chief of the Pokémon Protection Bureau, where he discovers a detained {{p|Ditto}} and papers suggesting Chief Butler is being paid to wrongfully detain Pokémon by an organization known as [[Unitas]]. Tim allies with Brad, who has become equally suspicious of the increase in arrests, and confronts Chief Butler as Pikachu and Luxray break out of the detention center with the other Pokémon. Tim is able to prove that the crimes were committed by Ditto, transformed into the other Pokémon and controlled through the cube on its back by Chief Butler. Brad arrests Butler and frees the Pokémon, but the device Butler used to control the Pokémon is remotely destroyed before they can take a closer look at it. Pikachu shows Tim another file he found in Butler's office, suggesting that Unitas is planning to target Jessica next. Worried for their friend, Tim, Rachel, and Pikachu decide to seek Jessica out the next morning, after wrapping up the loose ends on the current case.

As Tim prepares dinner, Irene drops a wedding ring, which is picked up by Pikachu, triggering another flashback that reveals Harry only requested a divorce from Irene to protect her. When Pikachu recovers, he sees Irene telling Tim and Sophia that Harry had not taken his wedding ring with him when he disappeared, but that she is confident he did not truly want a divorce and there must have been something else going on.

The next morning, Tim, Rachel, and Pikachu head to [[Bamboo Borough]] to check in on Jessica, but arrive before Unitas and join Jessica on a trip into the Bamboo Forest to acquire charcoal for the pizzeria she works for. During their trek into the forest, Pikachu is plagued by repeated flashbacks of Harry investigating the R incident in the same place, which is where he originally met and became partners with Pikachu. As Pikachu recounts these memories to Tim, he becomes repeatedly mixed up between actions taken by Harry and actions taken by Pikachu, piquing Tim's suspicions that something deeper is going on. In the present, Tim and Pikachu are joined by the {{p|Pangoro}} that was Pikachu's cellmate in the detention center, who Pikachu now remembers was his old friend {{p|Pancham}} while he still lived in the Bamboo Forest. When Rachel and Jessica disappear, Tim and Pikachu enlist Pangoro's strength to help them navigate the forest, eventually coming upon their friends held captive by another mysterious man controlling a {{p|Golem}}. Pangoro and Pikachu defeat the Golem and free it from the cube controlling it, allowing it to chase its former controller out of the forest, but Jessica reveals the man, a member of Unitas, has already taken what he came for: a thumbdrive containing research from Rachel's mother, Emma, which she had given to Jessica for safe-keeping out of fear it could be used to harm people and Pokémon. The research suggests a way that it would be possible for a person and Pokémon's consciousness to be combined.

After confirming that Rachel and Jessica are safe, Tim confronts Pikachu about the inconsistencies in his memories about Harry. Together, they conclude that Pikachu's body contains both Pikachu and Harry's consciousnesses. Pikachu is able to recall that, after Harry's car accident, Harry was slowly fading, but Pikachu was able to convince Mewtwo to do something to save him. Mewtwo was able to preserve Harry's consciousness in Pikachu's body, but to prevent Pikachu's own consciousness from being erased, it was forced to keep Harry's memories hidden away. Tim and Pikachu agree to investigate Unitas and try to return Harry to his own body.

Tim, Pikachu, and Rachel arrive at Unitas's facility at the [[Pokémon Unity Lab]], which had been supposedly closed down following a berserk Pokémon rampage caused by R that resulted in Emma's death, and begin an infiltration, assisted by their friends Growlithe, Darmanitan, Luxray, and Pangoro. As they navigate the floors into the deepest basement, they steadily uncover Unitas's motivations behind the taking of the Aurora Drop, the attack on the ruins, the detainment of the innocent Pokémon, and the attack on Jessica, as well as the fact that Unitas is being led by Mayor Myers and Charles Merloch. Learning that Mayor Myers was motivated by his desire to protect Rachel after her mother's death, Tim and Rachel realize that Merloch has been manipulating him to achieve his own goals, which involve using Rachel's mother's research, as well as Harry and Pikachu, to combine his own consciousness with that of a Pokémon. Tim, Pikachu, and Rachel confront Mayor Myers and Merloch on the bottom floor, where they lay out the evidence of Merloch's wrongdoings to Mayor Myers, convincing him that he has been used. However, it is too late, as Merloch is able to awaken the Aurora Drop, revealing its true form of {{p|Deoxys}}, and take over Deoxys's body. Mewtwo arrives to fight off Merloch in Deoxys's body and prevent him from escaping while Tim and Pikachu attempt to deactivate the machine and undo the fusion. While the machine is stopped, the fusion persists. As such, Pikachu takes energy capsules containing energy extracted from his and Harry's bodies and smashes into Deoxys with them, returning Merloch to his own body and Deoxys back to its Aurora Drop form. However, Pikachu is worn out by this effort and is forced to stay behind as the facility collapses, leaving Tim, Rachel, and Mayor Myers to escape without him. Tim is distraught over losing his father once again, only to see Harry and Pikachu emerge from the wreckage, back in their own bodies and with Merloch ready to be taken into custody. Rachel and her father reconcile and Harry is reunited with his family as Merloch's machinations are put to an end.
{{Endspoilers}}

==Blurb==
''Discover the origin of the great detective Pikachu! Partner with the tough-talking, coffee-loving Pikachu, who calls himself a great detective, to unravel multiple mysteries across Ryme City. With the help of many other Pokémon, Tim Goodman and his talkative Pikachu partner work together to solve a series of mysterious incidents in this cinematic adventure game.''

==Characters==
* [[Tim Goodman]], son of legendary detective Harry Goodman who has become a talented detective in his own right
* [[Detective Pikachu (character)|Detective Pikachu]], a bossy, easily infatuated, coffee-loving, bipedal detective
* [[Harry Goodman]], Tim's father and legendary detective who went missing during an investigation
* [[Rachel Myers]], daughter of Ryme City's mayor and Tim's classmate, who possesses a deep love for and knowledge of Pokémon
* [[Howard Myers]], mayor of Ryme City and Rachel's father who fears the dangers of Pokémon following the death of his wife, Emma
* [[Charles Merloch]], a mysterious scientist hired by Mayor Myers to research the relationship between people and Pokémon
* [[Irene Goodman]], Tim's mother who is visiting to celebrate her son's accomplishments
* [[Sophia Goodman]], Tim's younger sister who is visiting to celebrate her brother's accomplishments
* [[Jessica Miller]], a friend of Rachel's and former student of Rachel's mother, Emma
* [[Will Butler]], chief of the new Pokémon Protection Bureau created by Mayor Myers
* [[Brad McMaster]], a stuck-up lieutenant of the Ryme City Police Department and Tim's rival in investigations
* [[Sanjeev Denis]], a passionate, generous, and wealthy resident of Ryme City whose prized jewel, the Aurora Drop, is stolen
* [[Brandon Barnes]], Mr. Denis's beloved butler who is wrongfully accused of stealing the Aurora Drop
* [[Claudia Denis]], Mr. Denis's stingier wife who was opposed to Mr. Denis's plan of donating the Aurora Drop
* [[Larry Turner]], a new staff member of Mr. Denis's household who struggles with the high-class atmosphere of his job
* [[Trevor Gordon]], Rachel's professor and an expert on minerals
* [[Chris Honor]], Professor Gordon's assistant and an expert on curry

==Gallery==
===Artwork===
<gallery>
Detective Pikachu Returns Key Art Cropped.jpg|Key art
Detective Pikachu Returns Darmanitan.png|Pikachu and Galarian {{p|Darmanitan}}
Detective Pikachu Returns Ducklett.png|{{p|Ducklett}}
Detective Pikachu Returns Growlithe.png|Pikachu & {{p|Growlithe}}
Detective Pikachu Returns Slowpoke.png|{{p|Slowpoke}}
Detective Pikachu Returns Tim.png|[[Tim Goodman]]
</gallery>
===Boxart and Icons===
<gallery>
Detective Pikachu Returns US Icon.jpg|English
帰ってきた名探偵ピカチュウ (Japanese).jpg|Japanese
Detective Pikachu Returns SP Icon.jpg|Spanish
Detective Pikachu Returns IT Icon.jpg|Italian
Detective Pikachu Returns FR Icon.jpg|French
Detective Pikachu Returns GE Icon.jpg|German
Detective Pikachu Returns KR Icon.jpg|Korean
Detective Pikachu Returns SCHN Icon.jpg|Simplified Chinese
Detective Pikachu Returns TCHN Icon.jpg|Traditional Chinese
</gallery>

===Logos===
<gallery>
Detective Pikachu Returns logo EN.png|English
Detective Pikachu Returns logo JP.png|English
</gallery>

==Trailer==
===Japanese===
{{YouTubeVid|t6x-1qRdmCc|@PokemonCoJp|name=Pokémon Official YouTube Channel|yellow|red}}

===English===
{{YouTubeVid|oAFr2iTy2sg|@NintendoAmerica|name=Nintendo of America|yellow|red}}

==In other languages==
{{langtable|color={{yellow color}}|bordercolor={{red color light}}
|zh_yue=名偵探皮卡丘閃電回歸 ''{{tt|Mìhngjīngtaam Pikachu Símdihn Wùigwāi|Great Detective Pikachu: Lightning Return}}''
|zh_cmn=名偵探皮卡丘閃電回歸 / 名侦探皮卡丘闪电回归 ''{{tt|Míngzhēntàn Píkǎqiū Shǎndiàn Huíguī|Great Detective Pikachu: Lightning Return}}''
|fr_eu=Le retour de Détective Pikachu
|fr_ca=Detective Pikachu Returns
|de=Meisterdetektiv Pikachu kehrt zurück
|it=Detective Pikachu: il ritorno
|ko=돌아온 명탐정 피카츄 ''{{tt|Dor-aon Myeongtamjeong Pikachu|Detective Pikachu Returns}}''
|es_eu=Detective Pikachu: El regreso
|es_la=Detective Pikachu Returns
|nl=Detective Pikachu Returns
|pt=Detective Pikachu Returns
}}

==References==
{{reflist}}

{{-}}
{{Spin-off series}} 
{{Project Sidegames notice}}

[[Category:Detective Pikachu Returns]]
[[Category:Nintendo Switch games]]

[[de:Meisterdetektiv Pikachu kehrt zurück]]
[[es:Detective Pikachu: El regreso]]
[[fr:Le retour de Détective Pikachu]]
[[it:Detective Pikachu: il ritorno]]
[[ja:帰ってきた名探偵ピカチュウ]]
[[zh:名偵探皮卡丘閃電回歸]]

Detective Pikachu Returns

2023-10-18T14:55:36Z

Nutter Butter: /* Plot */

{{Infobox game
| colorscheme = yellow
| bordercolorscheme = red
| name = Detective Pikachu Returns
| jname = 帰ってきた名探偵ピカチュウ
| boxart = Detective Pikachu Returns EN Boxart.jpg
| caption = North American boxart of Detective Pikachu Returns
| jbox = Detective Pikachu Returns JP Boxart.png
| jcaption = Japanese boxart of Detective Pikachu Returns
| platform = [[Nintendo Switch]]
| category = Action-adventure
| players = 1
| link_method = None
| gen_series = [[Generation IX]] [[Spin-off Pokémon games|spin-off]]
| publisher = [[Nintendo]] / [[The Pokémon Company]]
| developer = [[Creatures, Inc.]]
| release_date_ja = October 6, 2023
| release_date_na = October 6, 2023
| release_date_au = October 6, 2023
| release_date_eu = October 6, 2023
| release_date_kr = October 6, 2023
| release_date_hk = October 6, 2023
| release_date_tw = October 6, 2023
| cero = A
| esrb = E
| acb = PG
| oflc = TBC
| pegi = 7
| grac = ALL
| gsrr = TBC
| website_ja = [https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/detective_pikachu/ja/ Official site]
| website_en = [https://detectivepikachu.pokemon.com/en-us/ Official site]
}}
'''Detective Pikachu Returns''' (Japanese: '''帰ってきた名探偵ピカチュウ''' ''The Return of Detective Pikachu'') is a spin-off Pokémon game for the [[Nintendo Switch]] and sequel to 2018's [[Detective Pikachu (game)|Detective Pikachu]]. The game was originally announced at the May 2019 [[Pokémon Presents#May 29, 2019|Pokémon Press Conference]],<ref>[https://youtu.be/vTWkBjxvBok?t=412 ''2019 Pokémon Press Conference'' - The Official Pokémon YouTube channel] (retrieved June 21, 2023)</ref> going over four years without any concrete information about the game outside of interviews with [[Creatures Inc.]] staff in both 2022<ref>[https://recruit.creatures.co.jp/cr_people/kt/ ''Making Creatures a better company by raising the level of technology and building a foundation'' - Creatures Inc.] (retrieved June 21, 2023)</ref> and 2023<ref>[https://recruit.creatures.co.jp/cr_people/kn/ ''Reaching new heights as a background artist'' - Creatures Inc.] (retrieved June 21, 2023)</ref> where it still did not have an official name, only being known as a "Detective Pikachu sequel".

On June 21, 2023, the first trailer, name, and release date were revealed during a [[Pokémon Presents#Nintendo Direct|Nintendo Direct]]. It released worldwide on October 6, 2023.

==Plot==
{{Spoilers}}
Two years following [[Detective Pikachu (game)|the events of the R Incident]], [[Tim Goodman]] and his partner [[Detective Pikachu (character)|Detective Pikachu]] continue to serve [[Ryme City]] as detectives. A ceremony where Mayor [[Howard Myers]] is honoring them with medals as a reward for their efforts is interrupted by a rampaging {{p|Corviknight}}. Tim and Pikachu investigate the chaos caused by Corviknight and recover Pikachu's signature hat, which the Corviknight had stolen, before returning to the ceremony.

The next day, Tim and Pikachu's services are enlisted by Inspector [[Frank Holiday]] to assist the police with an investigation at [[Sanjeev Denis]]'s mansion, where the legendary Aurora Drop, a precious jewel, has gone missing. Mr. Denis's butler, [[Brandon Barnes]], has been accused of the crime and is the police's top suspect, but Mr. Denis is convinced of his butler's innocence and requests Tim's help in finding the real culprit. By questioning Mr. Denis, Mr. Barnes, Mr. Denis's wife [[Claudia Denis]], and new staff member [[Larry Turner]], Tim and Pikachu are able to find enough evidence to prove Mr. Barnes is innocent and enlist the assistance of Mr. Denis's partner {{p|Growlithe}}, who possesses a powerful sense of smell, to track the real culprit. During the investigation, they run into Tim's classmate [[Rachel Myers]], the daughter of Mayor Myers, and her friend [[Jessica]]. Rachel requests Tim's help with something that she does not want to disclose in public, so Tim invites her to visit his apartment later that evening. Tim and Pikachu are able to deduce, and prove to the police, that the real culprit was Larry Turner, working with an unknown accomplice, and that the Aurora Drop had been swallowed by Turner's partner, {{p|Cramorant}}. Although Cramorant initially spits up the jewel and Turner is taken into custody, a mysterious cube on Cramorant's back suddenly activates and the Gulp Pokémon swallows the Aurora Drop and escapes, though Turner insists he had no role in Cramorant's escape.

Tim and Pikachu return home, where Tim's mother, [[Irene Goodman]], and sister, [[Sophia Goodman]], are visiting for Tim's medal ceremony. Rachel arrives and is invited by Irene to join them for dinner, during which Pikachu falls mysteriously unconscious and sees memories of Tim's father, [[Harry Goodman]], informing Irene that he wants a divorce. When Pikachu awakens, Tim and Rachel are relieved to see he is alright, and Rachel expresses that spending time with Tim and his family has relieved the concerns she had and she no longer feels the need to talk about what was bothering her. Instead, Tim asks if she knows anyone who may know more about the Aurora Drop, and Rachel suggests that they meet with her professor [[Trevor Gordon]] the next day.

Tim, Pikachu, and Rachel head to the Southern Ruins, which Professor Gordon is investigating, but find from his assistant, [[Chris Honor]], that the professor had disappeared into the ruins days ago and never returned. Additionally, the ruins and their surrounding area have been mysteriously covered in ice and snow. Tim and Pikachu apply their detective skills to solve the ruins' puzzles and get inside to find Professor Gordon, with the assistance of the professor's {{p|Slowpoke}} and other local Pokémon. They encounter a [[Regional form|Galarian]] {{p|Darmanitan}} on a rampage and sneak past it, eventually placating it with Slowpoke's [[Slowpoke Tail|tail]] as a snack. Darmanitan reveals that it, alongside several of its Ice-type friends, were kidnapped by a mysterious group and escaped, covering the ruins in ice to make it feel more like home. Pikachu and Darmanitan team up to navigate the ruins, using Darmanitan's strength to break rocks and find Darmanitan's missing friends and Professor Gordon, but the main entrance to the ruins closes behind them, trapping them all inside. Using Professor Gordon's knowledge and the ice-type powers of Darmanitan's friend {{p|Eiscue}}, Tim and Pikachu are able to deduce the solution to the final puzzle and open a second entrance, allowing the group to escape the ruins. However, as they leave, they hear a mysterious man approaching, who attempts to steal Pikachu before fleeing. Darmanitan, Pikachu, and Eiscue pursue him and are attacked by a {{p|Mamoswine}} with the same cube as Cramorant; Darmanitan defeats the Mamoswine, but the man escapes. Tim asks Professor Gordon about the Aurora Drop and the professor reveals that it is believed to be the dormant form of an [[Extraterrestrial Pokémon|extraterrestrial Pokémon]].

On their way home, Tim, Pikachu, and Rachel see [[Mewtwo (Detective Pikachu)|Mewtwo]] escaping from a swarm of {{p|Beedrill}} and carrying the body of Harry. The Beedrill's attacks knock Mewtwo into the city, causing the residents to flee in a panic, and Harry's body is taken by mysterious men who fly away on the Beedrill. Pikachu attempts to ask Mewtwo what is going on, but the residents of Ryme City express fear of Genetic Pokémon and Mewtwo leaves to avoid further issues.

Before Tim and Pikachu can further investigate the Aurora Drop and the mysterious group that attacked them and took Harry, Pikachu is arrested by [[Brad McMaster]] for allegedly destroying a Slowpoke fountain. To prove Pikachu's innocence, Tim and Pikachu are forced to work separately, as Tim works with Rachel to investigate the destruction of the fountain and Pikachu questions the many other Pokémon who have been detained, sharing their findings during the detention center's brief visitation hours. While in custody, Pikachu and the other detained Pokémon is given the same mysterious cube device used by the men that attacked them and learns it is used to control Pokémon's actions. Tim and Rachel are able to find evidence suggesting all of the Pokémon were framed, while Pikachu allies with a {{p|Luxray}} to sneak around the detention center and gets into the office of [[Will Butler]], the chief of the Pokémon Protection Bureau, where he discovers a detained {{p|Ditto}} and papers suggesting Chief Butler is being paid to wrongfully detain Pokémon by an organization known as [[Unitas]]. Tim allies with Brad, who has become equally suspicious of the increase in arrests, and confronts Chief Butler as Pikachu and Luxray break out of the detention center with the other Pokémon. Tim is able to prove that the crimes were committed by Ditto, transformed into the other Pokémon and controlled through the cube on its back by Chief Butler. Brad arrests Butler and frees the Pokémon, but the device Butler used to control the Pokémon is remotely destroyed before they can take a closer look at it. Pikachu shows Tim another file he found in Butler's office, suggesting that Unitas is planning to target Jessica next. Worried for their friend, Tim, Rachel, and Pikachu decide to seek Jessica out the next morning, after wrapping up the loose ends on the current case.

As Tim prepares dinner, Irene drops a wedding ring which is picked up by Pikachu, triggering another flashback that reveals Harry only requested a divorce from Irene to protect her. When Pikachu recovers, he sees Irene telling Tim and Sophia that Harry had not taken his wedding ring with him when he disappeared, but that she is confident he did not truly want a divorce and there must have been something else going on.

The next morning, Tim, Rachel, and Pikachu head to Bamboo Borough to check in on Jessica, but arrive before Unitas and join Jessica on a trip into the Bamboo Forest to acquire charcoal for the pizzeria she works for. During their trek into the forest, Pikachu is plagued by repeated flashbacks of Harry investigating the R incident in the same place, which is where he originally met and became partners with Pikachu. As Pikachu recounts these memories to Tim, he becomes repeatedly mixed up between actions taken by Harry and actions taken by Pikachu, piquing Tim's suspicions that something deeper is going on. In the present, Tim and Pikachu are joined by the {{p|Pangoro}} that was Pikachu's cellmate in the detention center, who Pikachu now remembers was his old friend {{p|Pancham}} while he still lived in the Bamboo Forest. When Rachel and Jessica disappear, Tim and Pikachu enlist Pangoro's strength to help them navigate the forest, eventually coming upon their friends held captive by another mysterious man with a {{p|Golem}}. Pangoro and Pikachu defeat the Golem and free it from the cube controlling it, allowing it to chase its former controller out of the forest, but Jessica reveals the man, a member of Unitas, has already taken what he came for: a thumbdrive containing research from Rachel's mother, which she had given to Jessica for safe-keeping out of fear it could be used to harm people and Pokémon. The research suggests a way that it would be possible for a person and Pokémon's consciousness to be combined.

That night, Tim confronts Pikachu about the inconsistencies in his memories about Harry. Together, they conclude that Pikachu's body contains both Pikachu and Harry's consciousnesses. Pikachu is able to recall that, after Harry's car accident, Harry was slowly fading, but Pikachu was able to convince Mewtwo to do something to save him. Mewtwo was able to preserve Harry's consciousness in Pikachu's body, but to prevent Pikachu's own consciousness from being erased, it was forced to keep Harry's memories hidden away. Tim and Pikachu agree to investigate Unitas and try to return Harry to his own body.

Tim, Pikachu, and Rachel arrive at Unitas's facility, which had been supposedly closed down following the incident involving R where Rachel's mother was killed, and begin an infiltration, assisted by their friends Growlithe, Darmanitan, Luxray, and Pangoro. As they navigate the floors into the deepest basement, they steadily uncover Unitas's motivations behind the taking of the Aurora Drop, the attack on the ruins, the detainment of the innocent Pokémon, and the attack on Jessica, as well as the fact that Unitas is being led by Rachel's father, Mayor Myers, and [[Charles Merloch]], a morally ambiguous scientist. Learning that Mayor Myers was motivated by his desire to protect Rachel after her mother's death, Tim and Rachel realize that Merloch has been manipulating him to achieve his own goals, which involve using Rachel's mother's research, as well as Harry and Pikachu, to combine his own consciousness with that of a Pokémon's. Tim, Pikachu, and Rachel confront Mayor Myers and Merloch on the bottom floor, where they lay out the evidence of Merloch's wrongdoings to Mayor Myers, convincing him that he has been used. However, it is too late, as Merloch is able to awaken the Aurora Drop, revealing its true form of {{p|Deoxys}}, and take over Deoxys's body. Mewtwo arrives to fight off Merloch in Deoxys's body while Tim and Pikachu attempt to deactivate the machine and undo the fusion. Pikachu is able to use his electricity to overload the machine, returning Merloch to his own body and Deoxys back to its Aurora Drop form, but is worn out and forced to stay behind as the facility collapses, allowing Tim, Rachel, and Mayor Myers to escape. Tim is distraught over losing his father once again, only to see Harry and Pikachu emerge from the wreckage, back in their own bodies and with Merloch ready to be taken into custody. Rachel and her father reconcile and Harry is reunited with his family as Merloch's machinations have been put to an end.
{{Endspoilers}}

==Blurb==
''Discover the origin of the great detective Pikachu! Partner with the tough-talking, coffee-loving Pikachu, who calls himself a great detective, to unravel multiple mysteries across Ryme City. With the help of many other Pokémon, Tim Goodman and his talkative Pikachu partner work together to solve a series of mysterious incidents in this cinematic adventure game.''

==Characters==
{{incomplete|section|needs=Characters.}}
* [[Tim Goodman]]
* [[Detective Pikachu (character)|Detective Pikachu]], a bossy, easily infatuated, coffee-loving, bipedal detective

==Gallery==
===Artwork===
<gallery>
Detective Pikachu Returns Key Art Cropped.jpg|Key art
Detective Pikachu Returns Darmanitan.png|Pikachu and Galarian {{p|Darmanitan}}
Detective Pikachu Returns Ducklett.png|{{p|Ducklett}}
Detective Pikachu Returns Growlithe.png|Pikachu & {{p|Growlithe}}
Detective Pikachu Returns Slowpoke.png|{{p|Slowpoke}}
Detective Pikachu Returns Tim.png|[[Tim Goodman]]
</gallery>
===Boxart and Icons===
<gallery>
Detective Pikachu Returns JP Boxart.png|Japanese Boxart
Detective Pikachu Returns US Icon.jpg|English
帰ってきた名探偵ピカチュウ (Japanese).jpg|Japanese
Detective Pikachu Returns SP Icon.jpg|Spanish
Detective Pikachu Returns IT Icon.jpg|Italian
Detective Pikachu Returns FR Icon.jpg|French
Detective Pikachu Returns GE Icon.jpg|German
Detective Pikachu Returns KR Icon.jpg|Korean
Detective Pikachu Returns SCHN Icon.jpg|Simplified Chinese
Detective Pikachu Returns TCHN Icon.jpg|Traditional Chinese
</gallery>
===Logos===
<gallery>
Detective Pikachu Returns logo EN.png|English
Detective Pikachu Returns logo JP.png|English
</gallery>

==Trailer==
===Japanese===
{{YouTubeVid|t6x-1qRdmCc|@PokemonCoJp|name=Pokémon Official YouTube Channel|yellow|red}}

===English===
{{YouTubeVid|oAFr2iTy2sg|@NintendoAmerica|name=Nintendo of America|yellow|red}}

==In other languages==
{{langtable|color={{yellow color}}|bordercolor={{red color light}}
|zh_yue=名偵探皮卡丘閃電回歸 ''{{tt|Mìhngjīngtaam Pikachu Símdihn Wùigwāi|Great Detective Pikachu: Lightning Return}}''
|zh_cmn=名偵探皮卡丘閃電回歸 / 名侦探皮卡丘闪电回归 ''{{tt|Míngzhēntàn Píkǎqiū Shǎndiàn Huíguī|Great Detective Pikachu: Lightning Return}}''
|fr_eu=Le retour de Détective Pikachu
|fr_ca=Detective Pikachu Returns
|de=Meisterdetektiv Pikachu kehrt zurück
|it=Detective Pikachu: il ritorno
|ko=돌아온 명탐정 피카츄 ''{{tt|Dor-aon Myeongtamjeong Pikachu|Detective Pikachu Returns}}''
|es_eu=Detective Pikachu: El regreso
|es_la=Detective Pikachu Returns
|nl=Detective Pikachu Returns
|pt=Detective Pikachu Returns
}}

==References==
{{reflist}}

{{-}}
{{Spin-off series}} 
{{Project Sidegames notice}}

[[Category:Detective Pikachu Returns]]
[[Category:Nintendo Switch games]]

[[de:Meisterdetektiv Pikachu kehrt zurück]]
[[es:Detective Pikachu: El regreso]]
[[fr:Le retour de Détective Pikachu]]
[[it:Detective Pikachu: il ritorno]]
[[ja:帰ってきた名探偵ピカチュウ]]
[[zh:名偵探皮卡丘閃電回歸]]

Talk:List of cross-canon references

2023-10-17T16:53:21Z

Nutter Butter: /* Differentiating between cross-canon "references" and cross-canon "nods" */ new section

==Temple of the Sea==
Where does Meowth state that diamond and pearl would be great names for games? --{{u|Theryguy512}} 12:45, 22 September 2007 (UTC)

== Electric Tale of Pikachu ==
"'''To Games:''' This series is derived from the anime, which is in turn based off the world and events of the main game series."
If no one has any objections, I'm gonna go ahead and remove this part. The article should be limited to direct references, not round-about ones. --[[User:Dual|Dual]] 22:58, 29 February 2008 (UTC) (Sorry, forgot to sign)
:No, no. Leave it be. --'''[[User:Theryguy512|Theryguy]][[User talk:Theryguy512|5]][[User:Theryguy512/Contribution Page|1]][[User:Theryguy512/Similarities|2]]''' 01:33, 1 March 2008 (UTC)
::Why? --[[User:Dual|Dual]] 01:46, 1 March 2008 (UTC)
:::I agree in removing it. A reference to a reference? Come on.--[[User:Urutapu|Ｌｏｖｅはドコ？]] ([[User talk:Urutapu|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Urutapu|contribs]]) 03:02, 1 March 2008 (UTC)
::::I already went ahead with removing it. --[[User:Dual|Dual]] 05:20, 1 March 2008 (UTC)

== B-button league ==

These guys feature in a DP episode and all members will only use unevolved pokemon, a direct reference to pressing the B-button to prevent evolution; shouldn't this be included. (as a side note in the same episode, and in some others, the controls that Mewoth uses for Team Rocket's machines closely resemble either the Wii controller or nunchuck attachment, should this also be included?)

== Riley and Sir Aaron ==

Doesn't it make more sense to say that Aaron was based off Riley? Riley's design was most likely was almost done,or done,when the movie was beginning to be made. Also,Aaron has a Lucario,like Riley,and they may have gotten the idea of Aaron being Lucario's master from Riley. Nintendo has a habit of leaking out info,and they probably told them about Riley [[User:Lovely Rose|Lovely Rose]] 18:34, 6 August 2009 (UTC)

== Anime-related events ==

Just dumping this here until I can get around to incorporating it into the article all nicely

* To ''[[M06|Jirachi Wish Maker]]'':
** [[List_of_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_III#Negaiboshi_Jirachi|Negaiboshi Jirachi]]
* To ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]'':
** The [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_IV#10th_Movie_Deoxys|10th Movie Deoxys]] hold a Nevermeltice, a reference to Deoxys' initial appearance a the north pole in the movie.
* To ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'':
** [[List_of_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_III#Had.C5.8D_Regis|Hadō Regis]]
** [[List_of_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_III#Had.C5.8D_Mew|Hadou Mew]]
* To ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'':
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_IV#World_Hobby_Fair_Manaphy|World Hobby Fair Manaphy]]
* To ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'':
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_IV#Movie_Darkrai|Movie Darkrai]]
* To ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'':
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_IV#Movie_Shaymin|Movie Shaymin]]
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_IV#Movie_Regigigas|Movie Regigigas]]
* To ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'':
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_IV#Movie_Arceus|Movie Arceus]]
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_IV#Shokotan_Pikachu-colored_Pichu|Shokotan Pikachu-colored Pichu]] (and spiky-eared Pichu)
* To ''[[M13|Zororark: Master of Illusions]]'':
** [[List_of_Wi-Fi_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_IV#Goone.27s_Scizor|Goone's Scizor]]
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_IV#Movie_Celebi|Movie Celebi]]
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_IV#Crown_Beasts|Crown Beasts]]
* To ''[[M14|Victini and long title]]'':
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Ash.27s_Zekrom|Ash's Zekrom]]
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Ash.27s_Reshiram|Ash's Reshiram]]
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Juanita.27s_Golurk|Juanita's Golurk]] ([[List_of_Wi-Fi_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Juanita.27s_Golurk|wifi]])
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Carlita.27s_Hydreigon|Carlita's Hydreigon]] ([[List_of_Wi-Fi_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Carlita.27s_Hydreigon|wifi]])
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Eind_Victini|Eind Victini]]
* To ''[[M15|Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice]]'':
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Shokotan_Keldeo|Shokotan Keldeo]]
* To ''[[M16|Extremespeed Genesect: Mewtwo Awakens]]'':
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Movie_Genesect|Movie Genesect]]
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Pok.C3.A9mon_Hills_Mewtwo|Pokemon Hills Mewtwo]]

* To [[PK24]]:
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Movie_Meloetta|Movie Meloetta]]
* To [[PK25]]:
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Kiyo_Eevee|Kiyo Eevee]]

* To characters:
** [[List_of_Wi-Fi_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_IV#Ash.27s_Pikachu|Ash's Pikachu]]
** [[List_of_local_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Pok.C3.A9mon_Center_Best_Wishes_Pok.C3.A9mon|Pokemon Center Best Wishes Pokemon]] - [[Ash's Pikachu]], [[Professor Oak]]'s [[Rotom]], [[Cilan's Pansage]] and [[Iris's Axew]]
** [[List_of_Wi-Fi_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Team_Rocket_Meowth|Team Rocket's Meowth]] - has moves referring to actions Meowth has taken in the course of the show
** [[List_of_Wi-Fi_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Recital_Piplup|Recital Piplup]] ([[Dawn's Piplup]])
** [[List_of_Wi-Fi_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Ash.27s_Scraggy|Ash's Scraggy]]
** [[List_of_Wi-Fi_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Mystery_Eggs|Mystery Eggs]] - [[Ash's Pidove]], [[Cilan's Pansage]] and [[Iris's Axew]]
** [[Iris's_Dragonite#In_the_games|Iris's Dragonite]]

* Other:
** [[List_of_Wi-Fi_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Decolora_Jirachi|Decolora Jirachi]] - [[BW132]]
** [[List_of_Wi-Fi_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Milos_Island_Thundurus|Milos Island Thundurus]], [[List_of_Wi-Fi_Japanese_event_Pokémon_distributions_in_Generation_V#Milos_Island_Tornadus|Milos Island Tornadus]]

I shall finish this later [[User:Yamiidenryuu|Yamiidenryuu]] ([[User talk:Yamiidenryuu|talk]]) 15:49, 4 August 2013 (UTC)

==Bird Keeper Jose (GS)==
In Gold & Silver, one of the callers that can be registered, {{tc|Bird Keeper}} Jose, sometimes calls the player instead of someone called "Kaz". (quote: ''Hello? This is JOSE... Wait, you're not KAZ! Sorry, wrong number.'') Is this a reference to [[Kaz]] from the Indigo League anime? Since I can't find any other in-game NPCs named Kaz. [[User:Shawn|Shawn]] ([[User talk:Shawn|talk]]) 11:18, 18 March 2019 (UTC)

== Differentiating between cross-canon "references" and cross-canon "nods" ==

The current page is a bit of a jumble of multiple different types of "references" from across canon, due in large part to the multiple definitions of the term. However, I think it would be prudent to make a particular distinction between two primary kinds of "reference" that may occur, as I believe both have significant value to encyclopedic records, and at the moment one is being lost in favor of the other. For the sake of clarity, I am going to use the terms "reference" and "nod" to differentiate between these, though I am open to any other terminology that would be preferred.

The distinction I am looking to make is between "nods" -- inconsequential details in a medium that reference, or subtly nod towards, another medium -- and "references" as in direct acknowledgements of events that only occurred in another medium. For example, the Team Rocket Grunts' designs in G/S/C resembling Cassidy and Jessie would be a nod, as this does not have any bearing on the plot of the games nor indicates that the anime characters of Cassidy and Jessie exist in the canon of G/S/C, but still "nods" towards them. However, Steven Stone referencing battling Rayquaza alongside Alain in the Delta Episode would be a reference, as this makes canon to the games events that have only been seen in the anime.

The former case is far more common and currently make up the vast majority of the page, which means examples of the latter case are harder to find in the list. This is a shame, because both types of reference are fascinating and noteworthy in their own unique ways. I think it would be a boon to the readability of the page and the enjoyment of readers if the page was reorganized, or potentially split, to make it easier to find these vastly different cases. [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 16:53, 17 October 2023 (UTC)

Lance

2023-03-31T19:15:57Z

Nutter Butter: /* In the core series */ what

{{search|Champion|the Team Rocket Executive whose Japanese name is Lance|Proton}}
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{{MissingInfo|1|enva}}
{{CharInfobox
|color={{dragon color}}
|corecolor={{dragon color light}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|name=Lance
|jname=ワタル
|tmname=Wataru
|slogan=no
|image=Lets Go Pikachu Eevee Lance.png
|size=220px
|caption=Art from [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]]
|colors=yes
|eyes=Brown, Yellow{{tt|*|Adventures}}
|hair=Carmine
|gender=Male
|hometown=[[Blackthorn City]]
|region=[[Johto]], [[Kanto]]{{tt|*|Anime only}}
|relatives=[[Clair]] (cousin), {{OBP|Master|Dragon Tamer clan}} (grandfather), Father{{tt|*|Adventures}}, Mother{{tt|*|From Viridian City, Pokémon Adventures only}}
|trainer=yes
|trainerclass=[[Elite Four]]{{sup/1|RBY}}{{sup/3|FRLG}}{{sup/7|PE}} {{pkmn|Champion}}{{sup/2|GSC}}{{sup/4|HGSS}} [[Pokémon Trainer]]{{sup/5|B2W2}}
|game=yes
|generation={{Gen|I}}, {{Gen|II}}, {{Gen|III}}, {{Gen|IV}}, {{Gen|V}}, {{Gen|VII}}
|games=[[Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Red, Blue]], {{v2|Yellow}}, [[Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|Gold, Silver]], {{v2|Crystal}}, [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed, LeafGreen]], [[Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold, SoulSilver]], [[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2, White 2]], [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!]], [[Pokémon Stadium (English)|Stadium]], {{pkmn|Stadium 2}}, {{pkmn|Masters EX}}
|leader=no
|elite=yes
|champ=yes
|specialist=yes
|type={{t|Dragon}} types
|team=no
|brain=no
|anime=counterpart
|animecounterpart={{an|Lance}}
|epnum=EP235
|epname=Talkin' 'Bout an Evolution
|enva=[[Wayne Grayson]]
|java=[[Susumu Chiba]]
|gameanim=yes
|pv=yes
|pvnum=PO04
|pvname=File 4: Charizard
|envagame=Robert Buchholz ({{pkmn|Origins}}) Ben Diskin ({{pkmn|Generations}}) Bill Millsap<ref name="Bill Millsap">[https://twitter.com/BillMillsap/status/1351012392025661441 Bill Millsap on Twitter]</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|javagame=Tokuyoshi Kawashima ({{pkmn|Origins}}) [[Yoshimasa Hosoya]] ({{pkmn|Generations}}) [[Toshiyuki Morikawa]]<ref name="Toshiyuki Morikawa">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RE_m791xh4Q&t=0s Pokémon Masters EX official Youtube channel] (Japanese)</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
}}

'''Lance''' (Japanese: '''ワタル''' ''Wataru'') is a {{type|Dragon}} {{pkmn|Trainer}}, a member of the [[Indigo Plateau|Indigo]] [[Elite Four]] in [[Generation I]], [[Generation III]], and [[Generation VII]], and the [[Pokémon Champion]] of the [[Indigo Plateau]] in [[Generation II]] and [[Generation IV]].

==In the core series==
In [[Generation I|Generations I]], {{gen|III}}, and {{gen|VII}}, Lance is the fourth and final member of the [[Kanto]] [[Elite Four]]. He must be defeated before facing {{ga|Blue}}{{sup/1}}{{sup/3|FRLG}}/{{ga|Trace}}{{sup/7|PE}}, the [[Pokémon Champion|Pokémon League Champion]]. In [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], it is revealed he has a [[Key Stone]] and [[Charizardite X]], which he uses in [[rematch]]es against the {{player}} after they become Champion. By the [[Generation II]] and {{gen|IV}} games, he has proceeded to become Pokémon League Champion, due to {{ga|Red}} taking a leave of absence from his position to continue his training at [[Mt. Silver]], and leaving Lance to take Red's place as Champion.

He raises {{type|Dragon}} Pokémon and Pokémon that are dragon-like in appearance, which are both hard to catch and raise, and prefers the superiority of Dragon-type Pokémon, believing them to be virtually indestructible.

Known as a cool and heroic Trainer, Lance has a large fan following and seems to like capes, as he is often seen buying identical capes at the [[Celadon Department Store]].

Lance's grandfather is the [[Master (Dragon Tamer clan)|elder]] of a famous clan of Dragon Masters. [[Clair]] is his cousin, and his hometown is [[Blackthorn City]].

In Generation II and their remakes, the player first encounters Lance at the [[Lake of Rage]] where he watches the player battle the [[Red Gyarados]]. Lance also appears in [[Mahogany Town]] to help the player fight Team Rocket at the [[Team Rocket HQ]]. Lance rewards the player with the {{m|Whirlpool}} [[HM]] for helping him put an end to Team Rocket's sinister plans.

In {{pkmn|Sun and Moon|Pokémon Sun, Moon}}, {{pkmn|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon}}, [[Professor Kukui]] reveals that he challenged Lance at one point, with [[Pokémon Masters EX]] specifying that Lance was the [[Indigo League]] Champion at that time. The end result of their battle is unknown, however.

====Fame Checker====
This is a list of the [[Fame Checker]]'s information on Lance in {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.
;[[Pokémon League]] - Lance
* What does this person do?
:"I lead the <sc>Elite Four</sc>. You can call me <sc>Lance</sc> the dragon <sc>Trainer</sc>."
;[[Pokémon League]] - Lance
* Favorite kind of <sc>Pokémon</sc>?
:"You know that dragons are mythical <sc>Pokémon</sc>. They're hard to catch and raise, but their powers are superior. They're virtually indestructible. There's no being clever with them."
;[[Saffron City]] - Woman{{tt|*|After entering the Hall of Fame}}
* What is this person like?
:"He stands for justice! He's cool, and yet passionate!
:He's the greatest, <sc>Lance</sc>!"
;[[Celadon Department Store|Celadon Dept. Store]] - Girl{{tt|*|After entering the Hall of Fame}}
* "We have a customer, <sc>Lance</sc>, who occasionally comes. He always buys capes.
:I wonder... Does he have many identical capes at home?"
;Indigo Plateau - {{DL|Magazines in the Pokémon world|Pokémon Journal}}{{tt|*|After entering the Hall of Fame}}
* Family and friends?
:"<sc>Lance</sc>'s grandfather is thought to be the elder of a famous clan of dragon masters."
;Indigo Plateau - Kid{{tt|*|After entering the Hall of Fame}}
* Family and friends?
:"From what I've heard, <sc>Lance</sc> has a cousin who's a <sc>Gym Leader</sc> somewhere far away."
;Message from <sc>Lance</sc>
* From: <sc>Lance</sc>
* To: [Player]
:"I'm considering going back to my hometown. I want to retrain my <sc>Dragon</sc>-type <sc>Pokémon</sc> and strengthen them.
:I'd like to invite you to my hometown someday."

===Pokémon===
This listing is for Lance's Pokémon in the video games in which he has appeared.

===={{game|Red and Blue|s}}====
For each of his Pokémon, Lance has a [[Hyper Potion]] that he uses 50% of the time if the HP falls below 20%.
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|sprite=Spr RG Lance.png
|prize={{PDollar}}6138

|name=Lance
|game=RGB
|location=Indigo Plateau
|pokemon=5}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|pokemon=Gyarados
|ndex=130
|level=58
|game=Red
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|move1=Hydro Pump|move1type=Water
|move2=Dragon Rage|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Leer|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|pokemon=Dragonair
|ndex=148
|level=56
|game=Red
|type1=Dragon
|move1=Agility|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Slam|move2type=Normal
|move3=Dragon Rage|move3type=Dragon
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|pokemon=Dragonair
|ndex=148
|level=56
|game=Red
|type1=Dragon
|move1=Agility|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Slam|move2type=Normal
|move3=Dragon Rage|move3type=Dragon
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/1
|pokemon=Aerodactyl
|ndex=142
|level=60
|game=Red
|type1=Rock|type2=Flying
|move1=Supersonic|move1type=Normal
|move2=Bite|move2type=Normal
|move3=Take Down|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/1
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=62
|game=Red
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|move1=Agility|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Slam|move2type=Normal
|move3=Barrier|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Yellow}}====
For each of his Pokémon, Lance has a [[Hyper Potion]] that he uses 50% of the time if the HP falls below 20%.
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|sprite=Spr Y Lance.png
|prize={{PDollar}}6138

|name=Lance
|game=Y
|location=Indigo Plateau
|pokemon=5}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|pokemon=Gyarados
|ndex=130
|level=58
|game=Yellow
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|move1=Hydro Pump|move1type=Water
|move2=Dragon Rage|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Leer|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|pokemon=Dragonair
|ndex=148
|level=56
|game=Yellow
|type1=Dragon
|move1=Thunderbolt|move1type=Electric
|move2=Slam|move2type=Normal
|move3=Thunder Wave|move3type=Electric
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|pokemon=Dragonair
|ndex=148
|level=56
|game=Yellow
|type1=Dragon
|move1=Wrap|move1type=Normal
|move2=BubbleBeam|move2type=Water
|move3=Ice Beam|move3type=Ice
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/1
|pokemon=Aerodactyl
|ndex=142
|level=60
|game=Yellow
|type1=Rock|type2=Flying
|move1=Wing Attack|move1type=Flying
|move2=Fly|move2type=Flying
|move3=Swift|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/1
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=62
|game=Yellow
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice
|move2=Fire Blast|move2type=Fire
|move3=Thunder|move3type=Electric
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}====
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|sprite=Spr GS Lance.png
|prize={{pdollar}}5000
|class=Champion
|classlink=Pokémon Champion
|name=Lance
|game=GSC
|location=Indigo Plateau
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|pokemon=Gyarados
|ndex=130
|level=44
|game=Crystal
|gender=male
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|move1=Rain Dance|move1type=Water
|move2=Surf|move2type=Water
|move3=Flail|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=47
|game=Crystal
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|move1=Twister|move1type=Dragon
|move2=Thunder Wave|move2type=Electric
|move3=Blizzard|move3type=Ice
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|pokemon=Charizard
|ndex=006
|level=46
|game=Crystal
|gender=male
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|move1=Flamethrower|move1type=Fire
|move2=Wing Attack|move2type=Flying
|move3=Slash|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|pokemon=Aerodactyl
|ndex=142
|level=46
|game=Crystal
|gender=male
|type1=Rock|type2=Flying
|move1=Rock Slide|move1type=Rock
|move2=AncientPower|move2type=Rock
|move3=Wing Attack|move3type=Flying
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=47
|game=Crystal
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|move1=Twister|move1type=Dragon
|move2=Thunder Wave|move2type=Electric
|move3=Thunder|move3type=Electric
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=50
|game=Crystal
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|move1=Safeguard|move1type=Normal
|move2=Outrage|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Fire Blast|move3type=Fire
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}====
=====First battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|sprite=Spr FRLG Lance.png
|prize={{PDollar}}6000
|class=Elite Four
|classlink=Elite Four
|name=Lance
|game=FRLG
|location=Indigo Plateau
|pokemon=5}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|pokemon=Gyarados
|ndex=130
|level=56
|gender=male
|game=FireRed
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|ability=Intimidate
|move1=Bite|move1type=Dark
|move2=Dragon Rage|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Twister|move3type=Dragon
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|pokemon=Dragonair
|ndex=148
|level=54
|gender=male
|game=FireRed
|type1=Dragon
|ability=Shed Skin
|move1=Safeguard|move1type=Normal
|move2=Outrage|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Dragon Rage|move3type=Dragon
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|pokemon=Dragonair
|ndex=148
|level=54
|gender=male
|game=FireRed
|type1=Dragon
|ability=Shed Skin
|move1=Safeguard|move1type=Normal
|move2=Outrage|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Thunder Wave|move3type=Electric
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3
|pokemon=Aerodactyl
|ndex=142
|level=58
|gender=male
|game=FireRed
|type1=Rock|type2=Flying
|ability=Rock Head
|move1=Wing Attack|move1type=Flying
|move2=AncientPower|move2type=Rock
|move3=Scary Face|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=60
|gender=male
|game=FireRed
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|held=Sitrus Berry
|ability=Inner Focus
|move1=Safeguard|move1type=Normal
|move2=Outrage|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Wing Attack|move3type=Flying
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====[[Rematch]]=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|sprite=Spr FRLG Lance.png
|prize={{PDollar}}7200
|class=Elite Four
|classlink=Elite Four
|name=Lance
|game=FRLG
|location=Indigo Plateau
|pokemon=5}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|pokemon=Gyarados
|ndex=130
|level=68
|gender=male
|game=FireRed
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|ability=Intimidate
|move1=Hyper Beam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Dragon Dance|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground
|move4=Thunder Wave|move4type=Electric}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=66
|gender=male
|game=FireRed
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|ability=Inner Focus
|move1=Hyper Beam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Earthquake|move2type=Ground
|move3=Dragon Claw|move3type=Dragon
|move4=Flamethrower|move4type=Fire}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|pokemon=Kingdra
|gender=male
|ndex=230
|level=66
|game=FireRed
|type1=Water|type2=Dragon
|ability=Swift Swim
|move1=Hyper Beam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Dragon Dance|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Surf|move3type=Water
|move4=Ice Beam|move4type=Ice}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3
|pokemon=Aerodactyl
|ndex=142
|level=70
|gender=male
|game=FireRed
|type1=Rock|type2=Flying
|ability=Rock Head
|move1=Hyper Beam|move1type=Normal
|move3=Aerial Ace|move3type=Flying
|move2=AncientPower|move2type=Rock
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=72
|gender=male
|game=FireRed
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|held=Persim Berry
|ability=Inner Focus
|move1=Hyper Beam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Outrage|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric
|move4=Ice Beam|move4type=Ice
}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}====
=====[[Multi Battle]] with the {{player}}=====
Lance battles alongside the player against [[Ariana]] and a {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}} in the [[Team Rocket HQ]].
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|sprite=HGSS Lance Back.png
|prize=none
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Lance
|game=HGSS
|location=Team Rocket HQ
|pokemon=1}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Dragonite
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Flying
|ndex=149
|gender=male
|game=HeartGold
|back=yes
|level=40
|ability=Inner Focus
|move1=Fly|move1type=Flying|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Twister|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Special
|move3=Thunder|move3type=Electric|move3cat=Special
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====First battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|sprite=Spr HGSS Lance.png
|prize={{pdollar}}10000
|class=Champion
|classlink=Pokémon Champion
|name=Lance
|game=HGSS
|location=Indigo Plateau
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Gyarados
|ndex=130
|level=46
|gender=male
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|spritegender=male
|ability=Intimidate
|move1=Waterfall|move1type=Water|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Dragon Pulse|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Special
|move3=Ice Fang|move3type=Ice|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Flail|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=49
|gender=male
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|ability=Inner Focus
|move1=Dragon Rush|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Thunder Wave|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Status
|move3=Thunder|move3type=Electric|move3cat=Special
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=49
|gender=male
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|ability=Inner Focus
|move1=Dragon Rush|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Thunder Wave|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Status
|move3=Blizzard|move3type=Ice|move3cat=Special
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Aerodactyl
|ndex=142
|level=48
|gender=male
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Rock|type2=Flying
|ability=Pressure
|move1=Rock Slide|move1type=Rock|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Aerial Ace|move2type=Flying|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Crunch|move3type=Dark|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Thunder Fang|move4type=Electric|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Charizard
|ndex=006
|level=48
|gender=male
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|ability=Blaze
|move1=Air Slash|move1type=Flying|move1cat=Special
|move2=Fire Fang|move2type=Fire|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Dragon Claw|move3type=Dragon|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Shadow Claw|move4type=Ghost|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ability=Inner Focus
|ndex=149
|level=50
|gender=male
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|held=Sitrus Berry
|move1=Outrage|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Safeguard|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Fire Blast|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Special
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====[[Rematch]]=====
This team is used once the player has earned all 16 [[Badge]]s.
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|sprite=Spr HGSS Lance.png
|prize={{pdollar}}15000
|class=Champion
|classlink=Pokémon Champion
|name=Lance
|game=HGSS
|location=Indigo Plateau
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Salamence
|ndex=373
|level=72
|game=HeartGold
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|held=Lum Berry
|ability=Intimidate
|move1=Dragon Claw|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire|move2cat=Special
|move3=Shadow Claw|move3type=Ghost|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Rest|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Gyarados
|ndex=130
|level=68
|game=HeartGold
|gender=male
|spritegender=male
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|ability=Intimidate
|move1=Dragon Dance|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Status
|move2=Waterfall|move2type=Water|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Ice Fang|move3type=Ice|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Thunder Wave|move4type=Electric|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Garchomp
|ndex=445
|level=72
|game=HeartGold
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon|type2=Ground
|spritegender=male
|ability=Sand Veil
|move1=Outrage|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Swords Dance|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Roar|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Altaria
|ndex=334
|level=73
|game=HeartGold
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|ability=Natural Cure
|move1=Double Team|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=DragonBreath|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Special
|move3=Perish Song|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Charizard
|ndex=006
|level=68
|game=HeartGold and SoulSilver
|gender=male
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|ability=Blaze
|move1=Flamethrower|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Hyper Beam|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Special
|move3=Dragon Claw|move3type=Dragon|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Air Slash|move4type=Flying|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Dragonite
|ndex=149
|level=75
|game=HeartGold
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|held=Sitrus Berry
|ability=Inner Focus
|move1=Draco Meteor|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Special
|move2=Safeguard|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Fire Blast|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Special
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====[[Multi Battle]] with [[Clair]]=====
{{Party/Tag
|color={{dragon color}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|bordercolor1=536C9C
|headcolor1=8BB2FF
|color1=7394D5
|color2=E6525A
|headcolor2=F69C7B
|bordercolor2=9C2931
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name={{color2|000|Clair}}
|sprite=Spr HGSS Clair.png
|class2=Champion
|classlink2=Pokémon Champion
|name2=Lance
|sprite2=Spr HGSS Lance.png
|game=HGSS
|location=Dragon's Den
|prize={{pdollar}}22200
|pokemon1=3
|pokemon2=3}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=148
|pokemon=Dragonair
|gender=female
|ability=Shed Skin
|level=52
|type1=Dragon
|move1=Thunder Wave|move1type=Electric|move1cat=Status
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire|move2cat=Special
|move3=Dragon Rush|move3type=Dragon|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Thunderbolt|move4type=Electric|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=230
|pokemon=Kingdra
|gender=female
|ability=Sniper
|level=56
|type1=Water|type2=Dragon
|move1=Ice Beam|move1type=Ice|move1cat=Special
|move2=Yawn|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=DragonBreath|move3type=Dragon|move3cat=Special
|move4=Hydro Pump|move4type=Water|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold and SoulSilver
|ndex=149
|pokemon=Dragonite
|gender=female
|ability=Inner Focus
|level=60
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|move1=Protect|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Thunder|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Special
|move3=DragonBreath|move3type=Dragon|move3cat=Special
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Div|color=E6525A}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=130 m
|pokemon=Gyarados
|gender=male
|ability=Intimidate
|level=68
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|move1=Thunder Wave|move1type=Electric|move1cat=Status
|move2=Dragon Dance|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Status
|move3=Ice Fang|move3type=Ice|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Waterfall|move4type=Water|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=006
|pokemon=Charizard
|gender=male
|ability=Blaze
|level=68
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|move1=Dragon Claw|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Air Slash|move2type=Flying|move2cat=Special
|move3=Flamethrower|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Special
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=149
|pokemon=Dragonite
|gender=male
|ability=Inner Focus
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=75
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|move1=Draco Meteor|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Special
|move2=Fire Punch|move2type=Fire|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Safeguard|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}====
=====[[Pokémon World Tournament]]=====
Lance uses three of these Pokémon in [[Pokémon battle|Single Battles]], four in [[Double Battle|Double]] and [[Rotation Battle]]s, and all six in [[Triple Battle]]s. Outside of the event-exclusive tournament, he will always lead with his signature Pokémon, {{p|Dragonite}}.

======[[Champions Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Lance.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Lance
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=149
|pokemon=Dragonite
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|ability=Inner Focus
|held=Focus Sash
|move1=ExtremeSpeed|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Ice Punch|move2type=Ice|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Fire Punch|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Draco Meteor|move4type=Dragon|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=373
|pokemon=Salamence
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|ability=Intimidate
|held=Expert Belt
|move1=Dragon Claw|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Crunch|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Stone Edge|move4type=Rock|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=230
|pokemon=Kingdra
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Water|type2=Dragon
|ability=Swift Swim|ability2=Sniper
|held=Scope Lens
|move1=Surf|move1type=Water|move1cat=Special
|move2=Ice Beam|move2type=Ice|move2cat=Special
|move3=Dragon Pulse|move3type=Dragon|move3cat=Special
|move4=Flash Cannon|move4type=Steel|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=635
|pokemon=Hydreigon
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Dark|type2=Dragon
|ability=Levitate
|held=White Herb
|move1=Draco Meteor|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Special
|move2=Fire Blast|move2type=Fire|move2cat=Special
|move3=Earth Power|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Special
|move4=Dark Pulse|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=612
|pokemon=Haxorus
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Dragon
|ability=Rivalry|ability2=Mold Breaker
|held=Choice Scarf
|move1=Outrage|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Superpower|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Rock Slide|move4type=Rock|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=330
|pokemon=Flygon
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Ground|type2=Dragon
|ability=Levitate
|held=Power Herb
|move1=SolarBeam|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Draco Meteor|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Special
|move3=Earth Power|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Special
|move4=U-turn|move4type=Bug|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

======[[Challenge the Champion Lance!]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Lance.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Lance
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=612
|pokemon=Haxorus
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Dragon
|ability=Mold Breaker
|held=Haban Berry
|move1=Outrage|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Superpower|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Swords Dance|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=635
|pokemon=Hydreigon
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Dark|type2=Dragon
|ability=Levitate
|held=Chople Berry
|move1=Dragon Pulse|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Special
|move2=Dark Pulse|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Special
|move3=Fire Blast|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Special
|move4=Focus Blast|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=149
|pokemon=Dragonite
|gender=female
|level=50
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|ability=Multiscale
|held=Yache Berry
|move1=Dragon Dance|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Status
|move2=Outrage|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Aerial Ace|move3type=Flying|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Fire Punch|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

====[[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]]====
=====First battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|sprite=VSLance PE.png
|size=x90px
|prize={{PDollar}}11,000
|class=Elite Four
|classlink=Elite Four
|name=Lance
|game=PE
|location=Indigo Plateau
|locationname=Pokémon League
|pokemon=5}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=117
|pokemon=Seadra
|gender=female
|level=54
|type1=Water
|move1=Hydro Pump|move1type=Water|move1cat=Special
|move2=Dragon Pulse|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=142
|pokemon=Aerodactyl
|gender=male
|level=54
|type1=Rock|type2=Flying
|move1=Rock Slide|move1type=Rock|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Earthquake|move2type=Ground|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=130
|pokemon=Gyarados
|gender=female
|level=54
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|move1=Waterfall|move1type=Water|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Iron Tail|move2type=Steel|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=006
|pokemon=Charizard
|gender=male
|level=54
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|move1=Air Slash|move1type=Flying|move1cat=Special
|move2=Dragon Pulse|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=149
|pokemon=Dragonite
|gender=male
|level=55
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|move1=Outrage|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Fire Punch|move2type=Fire|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====[[Rematch]]=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|sprite=VSLance PE.png
|size=x90px
|prize={{PDollar}}13,000
|class=Elite Four
|classlink=Elite Four
|name=Lance
|game=PE
|location=Indigo Plateau
|locationname=Pokémon League
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=117
|pokemon=Seadra
|gender=female
|level=64
|type1=Water
|move1=Hydro Pump|move1type=Water|move1cat=Special
|move2=Dragon Pulse|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Blizzard|move4type=Ice|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=142
|pokemon=Aerodactyl
|gender=male
|level=64
|type1=Rock|type2=Flying
|move1=Rock Slide|move1type=Rock|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Earthquake|move2type=Ground|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Crunch|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=130
|pokemon=Gyarados
|gender=female
|level=64
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|move1=Waterfall|move1type=Water|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Iron Tail|move2type=Steel|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Crunch|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=006
|pokemon=Charizard
|gender=male
|level=64
|megastone=Charizardite X
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|move1=Flare Blitz|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Dragon Pulse|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Thunder Punch|move4type=Electric|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=103
|pokemon=Exeggutor
|form=-Alola
|gender=male
|level=64
|type1=Grass|type2=Dragon
|move1=Mega Drain|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Dragon Pulse|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Psychic|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=149
|pokemon=Dragonite
|gender=male
|level=65
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|move1=Outrage|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Fire Punch|move2type=Fire|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Iron Tail|move4type=Steel|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

==In the side series==
==={{eng|Pokémon Stadium}}===
Lance appears in {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}}'s [[Gym Leader Castle]] as the final member of the Elite Four. This is the only game to date where he isn't seen using his {{TP|Lance|Dragonite}}.

====Pokémon====
=====Round 1=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|sprite=Lance Stadium.png
|prize=none
|name=Lance
|game=Stadium
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=130MSStad
|pokemon=Gyarados
|level=50-100
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|move1=Dragon Rage|move1type=Dragon
|move2=Hydro Pump|move2type=Water
|move3=Body Slam|move3type=Normal
|move4=Thunderbolt|move4type=Electric}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=148MSStad
|pokemon=Dragonair
|level=50-100|type1=Dragon
|move1=Thunder Wave|move1type=Electric
|move2=Wrap|move2type=Normal
|move3=Ice Beam|move3type=Ice
|move4=Toxic|move4type=Poison}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=142MSStad
|pokemon=Aerodactyl
|level=50-100
|type1=Rock|type2=Flying
|move1=Supersonic|move1type=Normal
|move2=Fly|move2type=Flying
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal
|move4=Sky Attack|move4type=Flying}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=131MSStad
|pokemon=Lapras
|level=50-100
|type1=Water|type2=Ice
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice
|move2=Thunderbolt|move2type=Electric
|move3=Surf|move3type=Water
|move4=Confuse Ray|move4type=Ghost}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=006MSStad
|pokemon=Charizard
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|move1=Slash|move1type=Normal
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire
|move3=Fire Spin|move3type=Fire
|move4=Toxic|move4type=Poison}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=115MSStad
|pokemon=Kangaskhan
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|move1=Dizzy Punch|move1type=Normal
|move2=Earthquake|move2type=Ground
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock
|move4=Surf|move4type=Water}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Round 2=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|sprite=Lance Stadium.png
|prize=none
|name=Lance
|game=Stadium
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=059MSStad
|pokemon=Arcanine
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire
|move1=Dragon Rage|move1type=Dragon
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal
|move4=Dig|move4type=Ground}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=143MSStad
|pokemon=Snorlax
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|move1=Selfdestruct|move1type=Normal
|move2=Double-Edge|move2type=Normal
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground
|move4=Amnesia|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=131MSStad
|pokemon=Lapras
|level=50-100
|type1=Water|type2=Ice
|move1=Confuse Ray|move1type=Ghost
|move2=Ice Beam|move2type=Ice
|move3=Body Slam|move3type=Normal
|move4=Psychic|move4type=Psychic}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=125MSStad
|pokemon=Electabuzz
|level=50-100
|type1=Electric
|move1=Thunderbolt|move1type=Electric
|move2=Thunder Wave|move2type=Electric
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Seismic Toss|move4type=Fighting}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=006MSStad
|pokemon=Charizard
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|move1=Slash|move1type=Normal
|move2=Fire Blast|move2type=Fire
|move3=Seismic Toss|move3type=Fighting
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=115MSStad
|pokemon=Kangaskhan
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|move1=Body Slam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Earthquake|move2type=Ground
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock
|move4=Surf|move4type=Water}}
{{Party/Footer}}

==={{g|Stadium 2}}===
Lance returns in {{g|Stadium 2}}, where he serves as the final Trainer in the Johto Gym Leader Castle and must be defeated in order to gain access to the Kanto Gym Leader Castle.

During the game's end credits, he is seen having a battle with [[Clair]].

====Pokémon====
=====Round 1=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|sprite=S2 Champion Lance.png‎
|prize=none
|class=Champion
|classlink=Pokémon Champion
|name=Lance
|game=Stadium2
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|locationname=Johto Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=149MSStad
|pokemon=Dragonite
|gender=male
|level=50-100
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|held=Focus Band
|move1=DragonBreath|move1type=Dragon
|move2=Steel Wing|move2type=Steel
|move3=Thunder|move3type=Electric
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=248MSStad
|pokemon=Tyranitar
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Rock|type2=Dark
|held=Bitter Berry
|move1=Rock Slide|move1type=Rock
|move2=Crunch|move2type=Dark
|move3=DragonBreath|move3type=Dragon
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=006MSStad
|pokemon=Charizard
|gender=male
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|held=Mint Berry
|move1=Flamethrower|move1type=Fire
|move2=Fly|move2type=Flying
|move3=Dig|move3type=Ground
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=142MSStad
|pokemon=Aerodactyl
|gender=male
|level=50-100
|type1=Rock|type2=Flying
|held=PSNCureBerry
|move1=AncientPower|move1type=Rock
|move2=Wing Attack|move2type=Flying
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=208MSStad
|pokemon=Steelix
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Steel|type2=Ground
|held=Ice Berry
|move1=Iron Tail|move1type=Steel
|move2=Earthquake|move2type=Ground
|move3=DragonBreath|move3type=Dragon
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=130MSStad
|pokemon=Gyarados
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|held=PRZCureBerry
|move1=Surf|move1type=Water
|move2=DragonBreath|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Sleep Talk|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Round 2=====
In the Japanese version, {{p|Feraligatr}}'s [[held item]] is [[Quick Claw]] instead of [[Mystic Water]] (despite item clause being a rule).

{{Party/Single
|color={{dragon color}}
|headcolor={{dragon color light}}
|bordercolor={{dragon color dark}}
|sprite=S2 Champion Lance.png‎
|prize=none
|class=Champion
|classlink=Pokémon Champion
|name=Lance
|game=Stadium2
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|locationname=Johto Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=149MSStad
|pokemon=Dragonite
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon|type2=Flying
|held=Scope Lens
|move1=DragonBreath|move1type=Dragon
|move2=Ice Beam|move2type=Ice
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=142MSStad
|pokemon=Aerodactyl
|gender=male
|level=50-100
|type1=Rock|type2=Flying
|held=King's Rock
|move1=AncientPower|move1type=Rock
|move2=Wing Attack|move2type=Flying
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=160MSStad
|pokemon=Feraligatr
|gender=male
|level=50-100
|type1=Water
|held=Mystic Water
|move1=Surf|move1type=Water
|move2=Earthquake|move2type=Ground
|move3=Blizzard|move3type=Ice
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{dragon color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=115MSStad
|pokemon=Kangaskhan
|level=50-100
|gender=female
|type1=Normal
|held=BrightPowder
|move1=Submission|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Earthquake|move2type=Ground
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=059MSStad
|pokemon=Arcanine
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Fire
|held=MiracleBerry
|move1=Flamethrower|move1type=Fire
|move2=ExtremeSpeed|move2type=Normal
|move3=Crunch|move3type=Dark
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=248MSStad
|pokemon=Tyranitar
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Rock|type2=Dark
|held=Quick Claw
|move1=Crunch|move1type=Dark
|move2=Rock Slide|move2type=Rock
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Footer}}

==In spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Puzzle Challenge]]===
Lance appears as an opponent in [[Pokémon Puzzle Challenge]]. He uses a {{TP|Lance|Dragonite}} to battle.

===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
{{main|Lance (Masters)}}
Lance forms a [[sync pair]] with {{TP|Lance|Dragonite}} in [[Pokémon Masters EX]].

==Gallery==
===Artwork===
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|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Red Blue Lance.png|x250px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Crystal Lance.png|x250px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:FireRed LeafGreen Lance.png|x250px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:HeartGold SoulSilver Lance.png|x250px]]
|-
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Red and Blue}}
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Pokémon Crystal Version|Crystal}}
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}} by {{color2|000|Ken Sugimori}}<ref>[[a:File:LanceSilverTempest159.jpg|Lance (Silver Tempest 159)]]</ref>
|-
| colspan="2" style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background: #{{dragon color light}}" | [[File:LGPE Elite Four.png|x250px]]
| colspan="2" style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Lance LGPE concept art.jpg|x250px]]
|-
| colspan="2" | Confronting {{color2|000|Chase (game)|Chase}} and {{color2|000|Elaine (game)|Elaine}}
| colspan="2" | Concept art from {{color2|000|Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!}}
|}

===Sprites===
====In the [[core series]]====
{{incomplete|section|Missing overworld model from LGPE; need higher quality images from LGPE}}
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color}}; font-size:80%"
|-
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr RG Lance.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr Y Lance.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr GS Lance.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr FRLG Lance.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr HGSS Lance.png]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:VSLance.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr B2W2 Lance.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}};"| [[File:VSLance PE.png|100px]]
|-
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Red and Blue}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Yellow Version|Yellow}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Generation II}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| VS sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| VS model from {{color2|000|Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!}}
|-
|colspan="2" style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Lance I OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Lance II OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Lance III OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Lance IV OD.png‎]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:HGSS Lance Back.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Lance OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|40px}} border: 2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background: #{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:ODLance PE.png|50px]]
|-
|colspan="2" | Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation I}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation II}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| Back sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| Overworld model from {{color2|000|Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!}}
|}

====In other games====
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|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Lance Stadium.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:190px"| [[File:S2 Champion Lance.png]][[File:S2 Champion Lance alt.png]][[File:S2 Champion Lance alt2.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background:#{{dragon color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:S2 Champion Lance Credits.png]]
|-
| Portrait from {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium (English)|Stadium}}
| Portraits from {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
| Portrait from the credits in {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
|}

==Quotes==
{{main|Lance/Quotes}}

==In the anime==
===Main series===
[[File:Lance anime.png|250px|thumb|Lance in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
{{main|Lance (anime)}}
Lance is a recurring character in the anime. He debuted in ''[[EP235|Talkin' 'Bout an Evolution]]'' where he assisted in calming the [[Lance's Gyarados|Red Gyarados]] of the [[Lake of Rage]]. He later returned in ''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]'' during the climax of the [[Team Aqua]] and [[Team Magma]] arc, and took part in the [[Masters Eight Tournament]] in ''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''.
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===Pokémon Origins===
[[File:Lance PO.png|250px|thumb|Lance in [[Pokémon Origins]]]]
Lance appeared briefly in ''[[PO04|File 4: Charizard]]''. He was seen being challenged and defeated by {{OBP|Red|Origins}}, allowing Red move on to challenge {{OBP|Blue|Origins}}.

====Pokémon====
{| width="50%"
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| {{ActivePoké|Lance|Dragonite|‎Lance Dragonite PO.png|dragon|flying|size=200px|link=Lance's Dragonite#Pokémon Origins}}
|
|-
|}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{dragon color}}|bordercolor={{dragon color light}}
|ja=川島得愛 ''Tokuyoshi Kawashima''
|en=Kirk Thornton
|es_eu=Antonio Cremades}}

===Pokémon Generations===
[[File:Lance PG.png|250px|thumb|Lance in [[Pokémon Generations]]]]
Lance first appeared in ''[[PG03|The Challenger]]''. He was first seen talking about {{ga|Blue}}, the first {{pkmn|Trainer}} in a long time to collect eight [[Gym]] [[Badge]]s, with the rest of the [[Kanto]] [[Elite Four]], and he instructed his colleagues to prepare themselves for the upcoming challenger. Later, he was the last of the Elite Four to be challenged by Blue. After a heated battle, Blue's {{p|Blastoise}} defeated Lance's {{p|Dragonite}} off-screen, making Blue the new Pokémon League Champion.

Lance reappeared in ''[[PG04|The Lake of Rage]]''. He and {{ga|Ethan}} were seen infiltrating the [[Team Rocket HQ]] in [[Mahogany Town]], destroying the radio wave generator and ruining [[Team Rocket]]'s plans to force Pokémon to evolve.

====Pokémon====
{| width="50%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Lance|Dragonite|Lance Dragonite PG.png|dragon|flying|size=200px|link=Lance's Dragonite#Pokémon Generations}}
|
|-
|}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{dragon color}}|bordercolor={{dragon color light}}
|ja=細谷佳正 ''[[Yoshimasa Hosoya]]''
|en=Ben Diskin
|es_eu=Paco Gázquez
|pt_br=Raphael Rossatto}}

===GOTCHA!===
Lance briefly appeared in [[GOTCHA!]].

==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Lance Adventures.png|250px|thumb|Lance on his {{p|Aerodactyl}}]]
====History====
====={{chap|Red, Green, and Blue}}=====
Lance was briefly seen in ''[[PS040|A Charizard...and a Champion]]'' with his fellow Elite Four, watching the finals of the Pokémon League.

====={{chap|Yellow}}=====
Lance debuts in [[Vermilion City]] before the start of the Vermilion City Surfing Competition. He took control of the {{p|Dragonair}} that was to be offered as a prize to the winner, then attacked and destroyed Vermilion City, saying he was looking for something. When Yellow came after him, he tried to capture [[Pika]] to please Agatha and Lorelei, but once Pikachu learned {{m|Surf}} he too failed. Before the battle could continue, he mysteriously disappeared.

He next appeared on [[Cerise Island]] battling [[Blaine]] and Yellow. When Blaine released {{adv|Mewtwo}}, Blaine and Yellow were able to gain the upper hand against Lance's Aerodactyl and his two Dragonair. However, due to Blaine's link with Mewtwo, they could only battle together for about three minutes, and with time running out, Blaine decided to target Lance's Poké Balls so he couldn't call out any other Pokémon and would have to battle with his weakened Pokémon that were already out. He succeeded in destroying the balls, only for Blaine to be knocked unconscious due to Mewtwo's time out being too long. Lance then chuckled to himself, revealing that he had called his Pokémon out of their balls before the battle began.

[[File:Lance HGSS Adventures.png|left|thumb|210px|Lance during the ninth chapter]]
During Lance's battle with Yellow, as both of them were equally matched, Lance lured the battle out onto the top of Cerise Island, a volcano. Lance once again gained the upper hand by having his Gyarados and Dragonair make green, red, and blue bubbles so they could not be detected in sunlight. Just when it seemed when Yellow was about to lose, {{adv|Giovanni}} arrived and helped subdue Lance, using his {{p|Rhyhorn}} to create a sandstorm to make the bubbles visible. But this capturing only proved to be part of his plan, as he needed Giovanni's Badge since it was the last Badge he needed for the Badge Energy Amplifier to summon {{DL|Tower duo (Adventures)|Lugia}}, so he lured Giovanni to the middle of the island so the Earth Badge would be automatically ripped from him. The Amplifier would automatically activate, summoning Lugia. Lance wanted Lugia to help accomplish his goals. Still, Yellow's Pokémon could drive Lugia away once they evolved, and Yellow could channel their power into Pika's [[Moves not in the Pokémon games|Megavolt]]. This interested Lance, as he wanted to find out who Lugia's real owner was. It wasn't often that he lost control of dragon-like Pokémon.

=====Prior to {{chap|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}=====
Lance disappeared for a while, investigating {{p|Lugia}} and working behind the scenes. As seen in a flashback in ''[[PS159|Returning Pupitar]]'', he gave {{adv|Silver}} advice on how to defeat Team Rocket in [[Johto]], as well as a {{p|Pupitar}}.

====={{chap|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}=====
{{adv|Silver}} eventually returned Lance's {{p|Pupitar}}, now evolved as a {{p|Tyranitar}}, after awakening from his comatose state following the incident at the [[Lake of Rage]]. Working through Silver, Lance tried to help defeat the [[Masked Man]]. After this was fulfilled, Lance is briefly seen flying on his {{p|Aerodactyl}} watching the horizon during part of {{adv|Professor Oak}}'s speech on the radio. In ''[[PS168|The Last Battle II]]'', it was revealed that he and Clair shared the same grandparents, but Lance's father had moved to [[Viridian City]] and married a woman there.

====={{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen}}=====
In ''[[PS287|Secrets from Sneasel]]'', it was revealed that Lance looked into the mind of [[Silver's Sneasel]] for clues regarding Silver's roots, but to no avail.

====={{chap|HeartGold & SoulSilver}}=====
Lance calls Professor Oak to tell him about the newly revived Team Rocket's plan to obtain the [[Mythical Pokémon]], {{p|Arceus}}. He requests that a [[Pokédex holder]] be sent to meet him at the [[Pokéathlon Dome]], so Professor Oak sends {{adv|Gold}}, as he was out of available people. Although he arrives there, Lance never shows up, but his Dragonite attacks the area in an injured frenzy. Gold manages to defeat Dragonite and sets off to discover what happened to its Trainer.

Gold encounters an injured Lance thereafter chasing Arceus to the [[Ruins of Alph]]. Lance reveals that he was ambushed by [[Petrel|someone]] earlier and couldn't meet with him. When Gold tries to calm the rampaging Alpha Pokémon, Lance tells him that Arceus is angry at humanity and will only be stopped by someone who can open their heart to it. Because of this, Lance states that Gold will not connect with Arceus until he can connect with his [[Togebo|own Pokémon]]. Annoyed, Gold sets off to face Arceus anyway and has [[Bugsy]] take care of Lance in the meantime. Before [[Togebo]] leaves, Lance hands it a [[Shiny Stone]], just in case. He also reveals that Gold hadn't connected with his Togebo.

As Gold continues to battle Arceus, Lance sets off to find someone who can help with the battle. Later, he returns with Giovanni and [[Pryce]] to combat the {{adv|Creation trio|Dialga, Palkia, and Giratina}} which {{adv|Arceus}} had created on the [[Sinjoh Ruins|Mystri Stage]]. There, Lance faces Palkia while Giovanni battles Giratina, and Pryce battles Dialga. With his Dragonite's ability to redirect its Hyper Beam, Palkia's ability to manipulate space with {{m|Spacial Rend}} is rendered useless as all redirected attacks are sent back to its original target.

It is later revealed that when Lance went to find help, he arrived at the [[Ilex Forest]], where he heard the voice of Pryce, who was trapped in the crack in time. Upon arriving, he found Giovanni attacking Pryce in a fit of rage. He asks the two men to put aside their differences and help him stop the destruction of Johto. After the battle had ended, Gold asks how a coward like Petrel defeated Lance, who reveals that Petrel defeated him by disguising himself as {{adv|Yellow}}, the person with the same powers and birthplace as him. At the end of the chapter, Giovanni entrusts the training of Silver to Lance and Pryce, his two former teachers, so that he can one day face his son.

====Character====
Lance is primarily a villain. As the leader of the Elite Four, he wishes to exterminate the human race, save for a few people he deems to be kind enough to Pokémon. Apparently, also from [[Viridian Forest]], Lance was blessed with the powers of the Viridian Forest, just like {{adv|Yellow}} was. Lance has the power to communicate with Pokémon and heal their wounds telepathically. Lance also has the ability to control or brainwash any Dragon-type Pokémon, as well as most Pokémon similar to Dragons (such as Aerodactyl or Tyranitar).

====Pokémon====
This listing is for Lance's Pokémon in the Pokémon Adventures manga:
=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Lance
|pkmn=Dragonite
|stage1=Dratini
|stage2=Dragonair
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Flying
|img=Lance Dragonite Adventures.png
|epnum=PS063
|epname=Extricated from Exeggutor
|desc={{p|Dragonite}} was raised as a {{p|Dragonair}} that evolved from a {{p|Dratini}}, which he owned since childhood. It is considered to be Lance's strongest Pokémon and boasts a hide so thick that it can withstand continued exposure to the heat of lava (and regular attacks are all ineffective).}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lance
|pkmn=Gyarados
|stage1=Magikarp
|type1=Water
|type2=Flying
|main=Lance's Gyarados
|img=Lance Dratini Magikarp Adventures.png
|cap=Lance's Magikarp
|img2=Lance Gyarados Adventures.png
|img2_size=160px
|epnum=PS063
|epname=Extricated from Exeggutor
|desc={{p|Gyarados}} was used to shield Lance from the lava on Cerise Island using its bubbles. It evolved from a {{p|Magikarp}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lance
|gender=male
|pkmn=Dragonair (×2)
|type1=Dragon
|img=Lance Dragonair Adventures.png
|cap=Lance's Dragonair
|epnum=PS060
|epname=Breath of the Dragonair Part 1
|desc=These {{p|Dragonair}} are Lance's mainly-used ones in his Dragonair army. One of them first appeared in a Surfing Contest as a prize. Lance brainwashes the Dragonair during the contest, and it starts launching Whirlpools at the surfers, bringing them down to the sea. Yellow finds out that Lance was responsible for this and battles his Dragonair and loses. Lance used these Dragonair to shield himself from the lava on Cerise Island by using bubbles. Yellow is once again in his clutches as they, along with Gyarados, were responsible for the shaking of the mountain. The two Dragonair have four unique abilities: the first is to cross the seas and skies, the second is changing the direction of energy blasts, the third is controlling the weather (which is used in Lance's first fight against Yellow), and the fourth is combining their attacks. Lance usually uses only the first two when fighting opponents, the third against stronger ones, and all four only a few times.

Dragonair's known moves are {{m|Hyper Beam}}, {{m|Wrap}}, {{m|Dragon Rage}}, {{m|Agility}}, {{m|Bubble Beam}}, {{m|Slam}}, and {{m|Surf}}{{tt|*|revealed on an official site only}}, and their Ability is {{a|Shed Skin}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lance
|pkmn=Aerodactyl
|type1=Rock
|type2=Flying
|img=Lance Aerodactyl Adventures.png
|epnum=PS053
|epname=Can't Catch Caterpie!
|desc=Lance's {{p|Aerodactyl}} is mostly used for {{m|Fly|air transportation}}. It was used in the final battle against {{adv|Yellow}}'s Pokémon, mostly for carrying Lance while he issued commands to the rest of his Pokémon.

Aerodactyl's known moves are {{m|Hyper Beam}}, {{m|Supersonic}}, and {{m|Wing Attack}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lance
|gender=male
|pkmn=Tyranitar
|stage1=Pupitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Lance Pupitar Adventures.png
|img_size=160px
|cap=Lance's Pupitar
|img2=Lance Tyranitar Adventures.png
|img2_size=160px
|cap2=Lance's Tyranitar
|epnum=PS111
|epname=Tyranitar War
|desc=Lance gave his {{p|Tyranitar}} to Silver when he was a {{p|Pupitar}}. Tyranitar made his first official appearance when he was battling Gold and easily defeating Gold's entire team until he got subdued by [[Togebo]]'s {{m|Double-Edge}}. After battling Lugia at the Whirl Islands, Tyranitar was returned to Lance as Silver was not able to fully control him.

Tyranitar's only known move is {{m|Sandstorm}}, his Ability is {{a|Sand Stream}} as a Tyranitar and {{a|Shed Skin}} as a Pupitar. He has a Quirky nature.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lance
|pkmn=Dragonair (multiple)
|type1=Dragon
|img=Lance other Dragonair Adventures.png
|cap=Lance's other Dragonair
|epnum=PS069
|epname=Playing Horsea
|desc=These {{p|Dragonair}} are Lance's Dragon army that are used to attack the mainlands of Kanto. They are first seen attacking [[Cinnabar Gym]] while {{tc|Super Nerd|Miles}} and [[Evan]] are inside.

None of Dragonair's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lance
|pkmn=Dragonite
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Flying
|img=Lance Dragonite Dragonair Aerodactyl Adventures.png
|cap=Lance's other Dragonite
|epnum=PS069
|epname=Playing Horsea
|desc=This {{p|Dragonite}} was in charge of commanding Lance's Dragon army that is used to attack the mainlands of Kanto. They are first seen attacking [[Cinnabar Gym]] while {{tc|Super Nerd|Miles}} and [[Evan]] are inside.

None of Dragonite's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lance
|pkmn=Aerodactyl (multiple)
|type1=Rock
|type2=Flying
|img=Lance Dragonite Dragonair Aerodactyl Adventures.png
|cap=Lance's other Aerodactyl
|epnum=PS069
|epname=Playing Horsea
|desc=These {{p|Aerodactyl}} are Lance's Dragon army that are used to attack the mainlands of Kanto. They are first seen attacking [[Cinnabar Gym]] while {{tc|Super Nerd|Miles}} and [[Evan]] are inside.

None of Aerodactyl's moves are known.}}

=====Released=====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=Tower duo (Adventures)
|trainer=Lance
|pkmn=Lugia
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Flying
|img=Lance Lugia Adventures.png
|epnum=PS088
|epname=The Beedrill All and End All
|desc=Lance summoned {{p|Lugia}} to complete his plans of creating a utopia for Pokémon where humans that abuse Pokémon or destroy their habitats would be no more. However, this plan did not work as Lance was eventually beaten, and the Badge Amplifier energy Lugia had absorbed transferred to the soils of mainland Kanto, where it would spread life instead of bringing about death. As a result, it fled from Lance.

It was seen again in the [[Whirl Islands]] where it was on a rampage after being controlled by the [[Masked Man]], who caught it just as {{adv|Gold}}, {{adv|Silver}}, and {{adv|Crystal}} were about to. Using its {{m|Aeroblast}} with {{DL|Tower duo (Adventures)|Ho-Oh}}'s {{m|Sacred Fire}} to demolish the league, the two remained nearly unstoppable until {{p|Suicune}}, {{p|Entei}}, and {{p|Raikou}} appeared alongside [[Misty|their]] [[Blaine|new]] [[Lt. Surge|Trainers]] to fight the villain and free them. Eventually, after much turmoil, Lugia once again fled along with Ho-Oh.}}

=====Status unknown=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lance
|pkmn=Horsea
|type1=Water
|img=Lance Horsea Adventures.png
|epnum=PS168
|epname=The Last Battle II
|desc={{p|Horsea}} was seen in a flashback of Lance's and [[Clair]]'s childhood.

None of Horsea's moves are known.}}

===Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure===
[[File:Lance JBA.png|thumb|200px|Lance in Jō's Big Adventure]]
Lance meets [[Jō]] when he witnesses the [[Red Gyarados]] go on a rampage in the [[Lake of Rage]]. He assists Jō in fighting the Red Gyarados. After finding out that Ariana and Petrel were responsible for the incident in the Lake of Rage, Lance has a Tag Battle with them with Jō as his partner. Lance and Jō manage to defeat them with Dragonite's {{m|Twister}}. Lance is revealed to become the Champion of the Pokémon League and battles Jō, and Jō single-handedly defeats him with Totodile.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Lance
|width=74
|pkmn=Dragonite
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Flying
|img=Lance Dragonite JBA.png
|epnum=JBA4
|epname=Jō VS Team Rocket
|desc={{p|Dragonite}} first appeared while Jō was at the Lake of Rage. Later, it was the second Pokémon used in the Pokémon League.}}
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lance
|pkmn=Charizard
|type1=Fire
|type2=Flying
|img=Lance Charizard JBA.png
|epnum=JBA5
|epname=Betting on the Name of the Strongest!
|desc=Lance's {{p|Charizard}} appeared in the Pokémon League. It battled against Jō's Totodile and lost to its {{m|Aqua Tail}}.

Charizard's known moves are {{m|Air Slash}}, {{m|Shadow Claw}}, and {{m|Dragon Claw}}.}}

===Pokémon Pocket Monsters===
[[File:Lance PM.png|thumb|145px|Lance in Pokémon Pocket Monsters]]
Lance appears in ''[[PM036|Space Havoc!!]]'' as a regular Elite Four member. {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} meets him while on his trip in outer space. Lance gives Red three tests for him to handle. While Red did well on the first two, Lance managed to get on the space shuttle while Red and the gang were on. After the shuttle got destroyed, Lance flew away on his Dragonite while {{TP|Red|Clefairy}} had to deal with an upset {{OBP|Professor Oak|Pocket Monsters}}.

Lance reappeared in ''[[PM038|The Final Battle!!]]'' where he destroyed a village. The villagers ask Red and his Pokémon to defeat Lance. During the match, Clefairy was still no match for his Dragonite, even the weapons he threw. However, when Lance was about to get beaten, Dragonite reveals how he met Lance, but the story is later found out to be a lie, and Lance runs off with his Dragonite, with Red and his Pokémon chasing him from behind.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lance
|width=80
|pkmn=Gyarados
|type1=Water
|type2=Flying
|main=Lance's Gyarados
|img=Lance Gyarados PM.png
|epnum=PM036
|epname=Space Havoc!!
|desc={{p|Gyarados}} was the first test that Red and the gang had to handle. It popped out of a pool of water when Lance commanded it to do so.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lance
|pkmn=Aerodactyl
|type1=Rock
|type2=Flying
|img=Lance Aerodactyl PM.png
|epnum=PM036
|epname=Space Havoc!!
|desc={{p|Aerodactyl}} was the second test that Red and the gang had to handle. It appeared when Red went inside a museum, slapping Clefairy using its wing, which sent him bouncing around. Aerodactyl was very fast as it evaded an attack coming from Clefairy; however, Clefairy decided to trick Aerodactyl by luring it into a buffet. After Aerodactyl got full, it could not fly, and one punch coming from Clefairy sent it packing afterward.

None of Aerodactyl's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Lance
|pkmn=Dragonite
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Flying
|img=Lance Dragonite PM.png
|epnum=PM036
|epname=Space Havoc!!
|desc={{p|Dragonite}} is Lance's toughest Pokémon.}}

===Pokémon Zensho===
[[File:Lance Zensho.png|thumb|150px|Lance in Pokémon Zensho]]
Lance appeared in [[PZ10]] as the final Elite Four member whom {{Zensho|Satoshi}} battled. Lance used his Dragonite, which was eventually defeated by {{Zensho|Satoshi's Charizard}}, allowing Satoshi to face his [[rival]], {{Zensho|Shigeru}}, in one final battle.

====Pokémon====
{| style="width:25%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Lance|Dragonite|Lance Dragonite Zensho.png|Dragon|Flying|link=Lance's_Dragonite#In the Pokémon Zensho manga}}
|}
{{-}}

===Pokémon Journeys: The Series===
[[File:Lance JNM.png|thumb|150px|Lance in Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]
Lance appeared in ''[[JNM04|Flash of the Titans!]]'', where he faced {{an|Leon}} in the [[World Coronation Series]] finals.

====Pokémon====
{| style="width:25%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Lance|Gyarados|Lance Gyarados JNM.png|size=100px|Water|Flying|nick=Gyarados ↔ Dynamax Gyarados|link=Lance's_Gyarados#Pok.C3.A9mon_Journeys:_The_Series_2}}
|}
{{-}}

==In the TCG==
This listing mentions or features Lance or his Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Lance's Pokémon|Colorless|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Lance's Charizard|97}}|type=Fire|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=097/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Lance's Gyarados|98}}|type=Water|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=098/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Lance's Aerodactyl|99}}|type=Fighting|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=099/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Lance's Dragonite|100}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=100/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Lance's Ampharos|101}}|type=Lightning|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=101/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Lance's Kingdra|102}}|type=Water|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=102/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Lance's Charizard V (SWSH Promo 133)|Lance's Charizard]]{{TCGV}}|type=Fire|standard=Yes|enset=SWSH Black Star Promos|ennum=SWSH133}}

{{cardlist/div|Other related cards|Colorless}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Lance's TM 01|128}}|type=Trainer|type2=Technical Machine|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Uncommon|jpnum=128/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Lance's TM 02|129}}|type=Trainer|type2=Technical Machine|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Uncommon|jpnum=129/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Lance ♢ (Dragon Majesty 61)|Lance]] {{Prism Star}}|type=Supporter|expanded=yes|enset=Dragon Majesty|enrarity=Rare Prism|ennum=61/70|jpset=Dragon Storm|jprarity=PR|jpnum=050/053}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Silver Tempest|Lance|159}}|type=Supporter|standard=yes|enset=Silver Tempest|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=159/195|jpset=Paradigm Trigger|jprarity=U|jpnum=096/098|enset2=Silver Tempest|enrarity2=Rare Ultra|ennum2=192/195|jpset2=Paradigm Trigger|jprarity2=SR|jpnum2=114/098|enset3=Silver Tempest|enrarity3=Rare Rainbow|ennum3=206/195|jpset3=Paradigm Trigger|jprarity3=HR|jpnum3=122/098}}
{{cardlist/footer|Colorless}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Lance Dragonite Barrier RGB.png|frame|Lance's Dragonite using {{m|Barrier}} in {{game3|Red and Green|Red, Green|s}}, and {{game3|Red and Blue|Blue|s}}]]
[[File:Lance Aerodactyl Rock Slide GSC.png|frame|Lance's Aerodactyl using {{m|Rock Slide}} in {{3v2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}]]
* As of [[Generation VII]], Lance uses the fewest Pokémon of his specialty type out of any Elite Four member in any one battle, using only one Dragon-type, his {{TP|Lance|Dragonite}}, in his first battle with the player. This distinction was previously held by {{EF|Flint}} of the [[Sinnoh]] [[Elite Four]] who only used two Fire-type Pokémon in {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}.
* Lance has two Pokémon with moves they [[Game move errors|cannot normally learn]]: the {{p|Dragonite}} that knows {{m|Barrier}} that he uses in {{game3|Red and Green|Red, Green|s}}, and {{game3|Red and Blue|Blue|s}}, as well as the {{p|Aerodactyl}} that knows {{m|Rock Slide}} that he uses in {{3v2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, while Aerodactyl only learns Rock Slide since [[Generation III]].
** In 2016, a Dragonite with Barrier was released to participants of the "Kanto Classic" Wi-Fi tournament to commemorate this.
* In Round 2 of the Japanese version of [[Pokémon Stadium 2]], Lance's {{p|Feraligatr}} and {{p|Tyranitar}} both hold [[Quick Claw]]s, despite the Item Clause being in effect in battles with him. The international versions correct this by having Feraligatr hold a [[Mystic Water]] instead.
* Starting in {{game|Yellow}}, Lance has red hair, while a card depicting him in {{OBP|Monopoly: Pokémon Edition|1999}}, which was made prior to Yellow, shows artwork of him with purple hair.
* With the exception of {{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}, all of Lance's teams feature just as many if not more {{type|Flying}} Pokémon, despite Lance being a {{type|Dragon}} specialist.
* Lance is the only Trainer the {{player}} can battle as a partner in a Double Battle ([[Team Rocket HQ]]), against in a Double Battle ([[Dragon's Den]]), and against in a Single Battle (as {{pkmn|Champion}}).
* In the {{pkmn|manga}}, Lance and the [[Elite Four]]'s motivations are similar to the plans of [[N]] and [[Team Plasma]]. Both pretend to summon a Legendary Pokémon ({{p|Lugia}} or {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Zekrom}} respectively) in order to create a utopia for Pokémon.
* Lance is the only character that appears in the [[Pokémon World Tournament]] who is or used to be an Elite Four member.
** Lance is also the only Champion in the Pokémon World Tournament who can be battled [[Challenge the Champion Lance!|outside]] the [[Champions Tournament]].
* In Lance's {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}} [[rematch]], each of his Pokémon has a double weakness.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{dragon color light}}; border:3px solid #{{dragon color}}"
|-
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| ワタル ''Wataru''
| From 綿 ''wata'' ({{wp|cotton}}) and possibly from 海神 "{{wp|watatsumi}}"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| English, Spanish, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese
| Lance
| From ''{{wp|lance}}'', a weapon used by knights who fought dragons in legends and fairy tales
|- style="background:#FFF"
| German
| Siegfried
| From ''{{wp|Sigurd|Siegfried}}'', a legendary hero who slayed a dragon named {{wp|Fafnir}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| French
| Peter
| Possibly from ''{{wp|petard}}'', a medieval weapon
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 목호 ''Mokho''
| From 목화 (木花) ''mokhwa'' (cotton)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|rowspan=5|Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
| 阿渡 ''Ā Dù''{{tt|*|Games}}
|rowspan=3| From the Japanese name 渡 ''Wataru''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 渡 ''Dù''{{tt|*|Anime, Adventures (Jilin Publishing first edition)}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 小渡 ''Xiǎo Dù''{{tt|*|Adventures (Ching Win Publishing, Jilin Publishing reprint)}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 彌 ''Mí''{{tt|*|Zensho}}
| From the Japanese name 彌 ''Wataru''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 華達爾 ''Huádá'ěr''{{tt|*|Pocket Monster (manga)}}
| Transliteration of his Japanese name. Contains 華 ''huá'', magnificent
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 阿渡 ''A Douh''{{tt|*|Games}}
| From the Japanese name 渡 ''Wataru''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Indonesian
| Lance Lens (only used in the localization of the {{TCG ID|Dragon Majesty|Lance ♢|61}} card)
| Same as English name Similar to his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Russian
| Ленс ''Lens''
| Transcription of his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Thai
| วาตารุ ''Wataru''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Vietnamese
| Wataru
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}

==Related articles==
* [[a:Category:Lance|Images on the Bulbagarden Archives]]

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Tate and Liza

2023-03-05T20:32:20Z

Nutter Butter: /* Trivia */ current wording implies that Raihan and Ryme are leaders of the same gym

{{redirect|Tate|the Pokémon Adventures character based on {{ga|Gloria}}|Casey Shield}}
{{CharInfobox
|color={{psychic color}}
|corecolor={{psychic color light}}
|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|name=Tate & Liza
|jname=フウとラン
|tmname=Fu & Lan
|slogan=yes
|sloganline=The mystic combination!
|image=Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire Liza & Tate.png
|size=180px
|caption=Art from {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} by [[Megumi Mizutani]]<ref>[[a:File:TateLizaCelestialStorm148.jpg|Tate & Liza (Celestial Storm 148)]]</ref> Tate (left) and Liza (right)
|gender=Female (Liza), Male (Tate)
|colors=yes
|eyes=Blue
|hair=Blue
|hometown=[[Mossdeep City]]
|region=[[Hoenn]]
|relatives=[[Jin]] (father) and {{an|Rachel}} (mother) (anime) [[Mt. Pyre]] guardians (grandparents){{tt|*|Pokémon Adventures}}
|trainer=yes
|trainerclass=[[Gym Leader|Leader]]{{sup/3|RSE}} [[Pokémon Trainer]]s{{sup/5|B2W2}} [[Gym Leader|Leaders]]{{sup/6|ORAS}}
|game=yes
|generation={{gen|III}}, {{gen|V}}, {{gen|VI}}
|games={{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} {{2v2|Black|White|2}} {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, {{pkmn|Masters EX}}
|leader=yes
|gym=Mossdeep Gym
|badge=Badge#Mind Badge{{!}}Mind Badge
|specialist=yes
|type={{t|Psychic}} types
|brain=no
|anime=yes
|epnum=AG099
|epname=It's Still Rocket Roll to Me
|enva='''Tate:''' [[Jason Griffith]] '''Liza:''' [[Andi Whaley]]
|java='''Tate:''' Takahiro Mizushima '''Liza:''' Chisa Yokoyama
|gameanim=yes
|envagame='''Tate:''' Unknown ({{pkmn|Masters EX}}) '''Liza:''' Kira Buckland<ref name="Kira Buckland">[https://twitter.com/kirabuckland/status/1167544621938774016 Kira Buckland on Twitter]</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|javagame='''Tate:''' Ami Naga<ref name="Ami Naga">[https://www.air-agency.co.jp/actor/20190917_10742 Air Agency (Japanese)]</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}}) '''Liza:''' Ayako Kamegai<ref name="Ayako Kamegai">[https://twitter.com/lalofficial1/status/1167422357369020416 LAL official profile on Twitter]</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|pv=yes
|pvnum=GOTCHA!
|pvname=GOTCHA!
}}
'''Tate''' (Japanese: '''フウ''' ''Fu'') and '''Liza''' (Japanese: '''ラン''' ''Lan'') are the twin [[Gym Leader]]s of [[Mossdeep City]]'s [[Gym]], known officially as the [[Mossdeep Gym]]. They [[Type expert|specialize]] in {{type|Psychic}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. They give the {{Badge|Mind}} to {{pkmn|Trainer}}s who defeat them. They are the only characters in the games to have the {{DL|Pokémon Trainer|Trainer class}} '''Leaders''' (Japanese: '''ジムリーダー''' ''Gym Leader'').

==In the core series==
Tate and Liza run the Mossdeep City Gym. Both specialize in {{type|Psychic}} Pokémon and give out the Mind Badge once defeated. They also give {{TM|04|Calm Mind}}. The two of them engage in a [[Double Battle]] against the {{player}} when they challenge them.

In {{2v2|Black|White|2}}, they participate in the [[Pokémon World Tournament]]. Unlike in [[Hoenn]], Tate and Liza do not battle as a team, instead participating as individuals.

In [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]], besides the Mossdeep Gym, Tate and Liza can also be met at the [[Lilycove Department Store]] after becoming {{pkmn|Champion}}, buying new toys on the fifth floor.

==={{DL|PokéNav|Trainer's Eyes}}/{{DL|PokéNav|Match Call}}/{{DL|PokéNav Plus|Trainer's Eye}}===
'''Leader Tate&Liza'''{{sup/3|RS}} / '''Mystic Duo Tate&Liza'''{{sup/3|E}} / '''Leaders Liza & Tate'''{{sup/6|ORAS}}
:'''Strategy'''
:We battle in cooperation.{{sup/3|RSE}}
:We battle in cooperation!{{sup/6|ORAS}}
:'''Trainer's Pokémon'''
:Always friendly Pokémon.{{sup/3|RSE}}
:Pokémon that are always friendly!{{sup/6|ORAS}}
:'''Self-Introduction'''
:We understand each other, and we understand others.{{sup/3|RS}}
:Papa has trouble telling the two of us apart!{{sup/3|E}}
:We can read each others' minds—and the minds of our opponents, too.{{sup/6|ORAS}}

===Pokémon===
===={{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}====
Tate and Liza use four [[Hyper Potion]]s.
{{Party/Single
|color={{psychic color}}
|headcolor={{psychic color light}}
|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Tate and Liza.png
|prize={{Pdollar}}8400
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Tate & Liza
|game=RS
|location=Mossdeep Gym
|pokemon=2}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Ruby
|ndex=337
|pokemon=Lunatone
|level=42
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Light Screen|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Hypnosis|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Ruby
|ndex=338
|pokemon=Solrock
|level=42
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Flamethrower|move4type=Fire}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Emerald}}====
Tate and Liza use four [[Hyper Potion]]s in the Gym battle and three [[Full Restore]]s in the rematches.
=====Gym battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{psychic color}}
|headcolor={{psychic color light}}
|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Tate and Liza.png
|prize={{PDollar}}8400
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Tate & Liza
|game=E
|location=Mossdeep Gym
|pokemon=4}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=344
|pokemon=Claydol
|level=41
|type1=Ground|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Earthquake|move1type=Ground
|move2=AncientPower|move2type=Rock
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Light Screen|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=178
|pokemon=Xatu
|gender=male
|level=41
|type1=Psychic|type2=Flying
|ability=Synchronize
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Sunny Day|move2type=Fire
|move3=Confuse Ray|move3type=Ghost
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic}}
{{Party/Div|color={{psychic color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=337
|pokemon=Lunatone
|level=42
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|held=Sitrus Berry
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Light Screen|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Hypnosis|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=338
|pokemon=Solrock
|level=42
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|held=Sitrus Berry
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Flamethrower|move4type=Fire}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====First [[rematch]]=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{psychic color}}
|headcolor={{psychic color light}}
|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Tate and Liza.png
|prize={{PDollar}}10000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Tate & Liza
|game=E
|location=Mossdeep Gym
|pokemon=5}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=079
|pokemon=Slowpoke
|gender=male
|level=48
|type1=Water
|type2=Psychic
|ability=Own Tempo
|move1=Yawn|move1type=Normal
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Calm Mind|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Protect|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=344
|pokemon=Claydol
|level=49
|type1=Ground|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Earthquake|move1type=Ground
|move2=AncientPower|move2type=Rock
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Light Screen|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=178
|pokemon=Xatu
|level=49
|gender=male
|type1=Psychic|type2=Flying
|held=Chesto Berry
|ability=Synchronize
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Rest|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Confuse Ray|move3type=Ghost
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic}}
{{Party/Div|color={{psychic color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=337
|pokemon=Lunatone
|level=50
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|held=Chesto Berry
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Earthquake|move1type=Ground
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Rest|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=338
|pokemon=Solrock
|level=50
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|held=Sitrus Berry
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Flamethrower|move4type=Fire}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Second rematch=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{psychic color}}
|headcolor={{psychic color light}}
|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Tate and Liza.png
|prize={{PDollar}}11000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Tate & Liza
|game=E
|location=Mossdeep Gym
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=096
|pokemon=Drowzee
|level=53
|gender=male
|type1=Psychic
|ability=Insomnia
|move1=Hypnosis|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Dream Eater|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Headbutt|move3type=Normal
|move4=Protect|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=079
|pokemon=Slowpoke
|level=53
|gender=male
|type1=Water|type2=Psychic
|ability=Own Tempo
|move1=Yawn|move1type=Normal
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Calm Mind|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Protect|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=344
|pokemon=Claydol
|level=54
|type1=Ground|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Earthquake|move1type=Ground
|move2=Explosion|move2type=Normal
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Light Screen|move4type=Psychic}}
{{Party/Div|color={{psychic color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=178
|pokemon=Xatu
|level=54
|gender=male
|type1=Psychic|type2=Flying
|ability=Synchronize
|held=Chesto Berry
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Rest|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Confuse Ray|move3type=Ghost
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=337
|pokemon=Lunatone
|level=55
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|held=Chesto Berry
|move1=Earthquake|move1type=Ground
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Rest|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=338
|pokemon=Solrock
|level=55
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|held=Sitrus Berry
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Flamethrower|move4type=Fire}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Third rematch=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{psychic color}}
|headcolor={{psychic color light}}
|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Tate and Liza.png
|prize={{PDollar}}12000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Tate & Liza
|game=E
|location=Mossdeep Gym
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=097
|pokemon=Hypno
|level=58
|gender=male
|type1=Psychic
|ability=Insomnia
|move1=Hypnosis|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Dream Eater|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Headbutt|move3type=Normal
|move4=Protect|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=344
|pokemon=Claydol
|level=59
|type1=Ground|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Earthquake|move1type=Ground
|move2=Explosion|move2type=Normal
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Light Screen|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=079
|pokemon=Slowpoke
|level=58
|gender=male
|type1=Water|type2=Psychic
|ability=Own Tempo
|move1=Yawn|move1type=Normal
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Calm Mind|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Protect|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{psychic color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=178
|pokemon=Xatu
|level=59
|gender=male
|type1=Psychic|type2=Flying
|ability=Synchronize
|held=Chesto Berry
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Rest|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Confuse Ray|move3type=Ghost
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=337
|pokemon=Lunatone
|level=60
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|held=Chesto Berry
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Earthquake|move1type=Ground
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Rest|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=338
|pokemon=Solrock
|level=60
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|held=Sitrus Berry
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Flamethrower|move4type=Fire}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Fourth rematch onwards=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{psychic color}}
|headcolor={{psychic color light}}
|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Tate and Liza.png
|prize={{PDollar}}13000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Tate & Liza
|game=E
|location=Mossdeep Gym
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=097
|pokemon=Hypno
|level=63
|gender=male
|type1=Psychic
|ability=Insomnia
|move1=Hypnosis|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Dream Eater|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Headbutt|move3type=Normal
|move4=Protect|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=344
|pokemon=Claydol
|level=64
|type1=Ground|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Earthquake|move1type=Ground
|move2=Explosion|move2type=Normal
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Light Screen|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=199
|pokemon=Slowking
|level=63
|gender=male
|type1=Water|type2=Psychic
|ability=Own Tempo
|move1=Yawn|move1type=Normal
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Calm Mind|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Protect|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{psychic color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=178
|pokemon=Xatu
|level=64
|gender=male
|type1=Psychic|type2=Flying
|ability=Synchronize
|held=Chesto Berry
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Rest|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Confuse Ray|move3type=Ghost
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=337
|pokemon=Lunatone
|level=65
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|held=Chesto Berry
|move1=Earthquake|move1type=Ground
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Rest|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3|game=Emerald
|ndex=338
|pokemon=Solrock
|level=65
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|held=Sitrus Berry
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Flamethrower|move4type=Fire}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}====
=====[[Pokémon World Tournament]]=====
Tate and Liza use three of these Pokémon in [[Pokémon battle|Single Battles]], four in [[Double Battle|Double]] and [[Rotation Battle]]s, and all six in [[Triple Battle]]s. Tate will always lead with his {{p|Solrock}} and Liza will always lead with her {{p|Lunatone}}.

=====Tate=====
======[[Hoenn Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{psychic color}}
|headcolor={{psychic color light}}
|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Tate.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Tate
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=338
|pokemon=Solrock
|level=50
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|held=Liechi Berry
|move1=Zen Headbutt|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Rock Slide|move2type=Rock|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Fire Blast|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Special
|move4=Trick Room|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=178 m
|pokemon=Xatu
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Psychic|type2=Flying
|ability=Synchronize|ability2=Early Bird
|held=Wacan Berry
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Special
|move3=FeatherDance|move3type=Flying|move3cat=Status
|move4=Trick Room|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=358
|pokemon=Chimecho
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|held=Colbur Berry
|move1=Hypnosis|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Status
|move2=Dream Eater|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Special
|move3=Energy Ball|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Trick Room|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{psychic color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=326
|pokemon=Grumpig
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Psychic
|ability=Thick Fat|ability2=Own Tempo
|held=Ganlon Berry
|move1=Psyshock|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Sleep Talk|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Rest|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=475
|pokemon=Gallade
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Psychic|type2=Fighting
|ability=Steadfast
|held=Kasib Berry
|move1=Psycho Cut|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Stone Edge|move2type=Rock|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Night Slash|move3type=Dark|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Leaf Blade|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=344
|pokemon=Claydol
|level=50
|type1=Ground|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|held=Sitrus Berry
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Earth Power|move2type=Ground|move2cat=Special
|move3=Cosmic Power|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Trick Room|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

======[[Type Expert Tournament|Type Expert]]/[[World Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{psychic color}}
|headcolor={{psychic color light}}
|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Tate.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Tate
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=338
|pokemon=Solrock
|level=50
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|held=Passho Berry
|move1=Zen Headbutt|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Rock Slide|move2type=Rock|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Trick Room|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=178 m
|pokemon=Xatu
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Psychic|type2=Flying
|ability=Synchronize|ability2=Early Bird
|held=Focus Sash
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Special
|move3=Light Screen|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Trick Room|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=437
|pokemon=Bronzong
|level=50
|type1=Steel|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate|ability2=Heatproof
|held=Lum Berry
|move1=Zen Headbutt|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Gyro Ball|move2type=Steel|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Trick Room|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{psychic color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=579
|pokemon=Reuniclus
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Psychic
|ability=Overcoat|ability2=Magic Guard
|held=Life Orb
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Special
|move3=Focus Blast|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Special
|move4=Trick Room|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=475
|pokemon=Gallade
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Psychic|type2=Fighting
|ability=Steadfast
|held=Scope Lens
|move1=Psycho Cut|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Night Slash|move3type=Dark|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Ice Punch|move4type=Ice|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=344
|pokemon=Claydol
|level=50
|type1=Ground|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|held=Kasib Berry
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Explosion|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Light Screen|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Trick Room|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Liza=====
======[[Hoenn Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{psychic color}}
|headcolor={{psychic color light}}
|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Liza.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Liza
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=337
|pokemon=Lunatone
|level=50
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|held=Petaya Berry
|move1=Hypnosis|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Status
|move2=Dream Eater|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Special
|move3=Ice Beam|move3type=Ice|move3cat=Special
|move4=Cosmic Power|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=178 f
|pokemon=Xatu
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Psychic|type2=Flying
|ability=Synchronize|ability2=Early Bird
|held=Charti Berry
|move1=Psyshock|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Thunder Wave|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Status
|move3=Tailwind|move3type=Flying|move3cat=Status
|move4=Heat Wave|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=358
|pokemon=Chimecho
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|held=Colbur Berry
|move1=Light Screen|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Status
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Special
|move3=Yawn|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Reflect|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{psychic color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=326
|pokemon=Grumpig
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Psychic
|ability=Thick Fat|ability2=Own Tempo
|held=Salac Berry
|move1=Psyshock|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Focus Blast|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Special
|move3=Power Gem|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Special
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=282
|pokemon=Gardevoir
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Psychic
|ability=Synchronize|ability2=Trace
|held=Ghost Gem
|move1=Dream Eater|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Special
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric|move3cat=Special
|move4=Hypnosis|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=344
|pokemon=Claydol
|level=50
|type1=Ground|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|held=Sitrus Berry
|move1=Zen Headbutt|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Bulldoze|move2type=Ground|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Cosmic Power|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Stone Edge|move4type=Rock|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

======[[Type Expert Tournament|Type Expert]]/[[World Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{psychic color}}
|headcolor={{psychic color light}}
|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Liza.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Liza
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=337
|pokemon=Lunatone
|level=50
|type1=Rock|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|held=Expert Belt
|move1=Grass Knot|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Signal Beam|move2type=Bug|move2cat=Special
|move3=Trick Room|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Cosmic Power|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=178 f
|pokemon=Xatu
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Psychic|type2=Flying
|ability=Synchronize|ability2=Early Bird
|held=Focus Sash
|move1=Zen Headbutt|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Physical
|move2=U-turn|move2type=Bug|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Pain Split|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Trick Room|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=437
|pokemon=Bronzong
|level=50
|type1=Steel|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate|ability2=Heatproof
|held=Rocky Helmet
|move1=Hypnosis|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Status
|move2=Iron Head|move2type=Steel|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Trick Room|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{psychic color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=576
|pokemon=Gothitelle
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Psychic
|ability=Frisk
|held=Leftovers
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Special
|move3=Calm Mind|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Trick Room|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=282
|pokemon=Gardevoir
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Psychic
|ability=Synchronize|ability2=Trace
|held=Lum Berry
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Disable|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric|move3cat=Special
|move4=Will-O-Wisp|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=344
|pokemon=Claydol
|level=50
|type1=Ground|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|held=Sitrus Berry
|move1=Psyshock|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Earth Power|move2type=Ground|move2cat=Special
|move3=Trick Room|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Ice Beam|move4type=Ice|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}====
{{Party/Single
|color={{psychic color}}
|headcolor={{psychic color light}}
|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|sprite=VSLiza & Tate.png
|size=150px
|prize={{PDollar}}10,800
|class=Leaders
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Liza & Tate
|game=ORAS
|location=Mossdeep Gym
|pokemon=2}}
|{{Pokémon/6
|ndex=337
|pokemon=Lunatone
|level=45
|type1=Rock
|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Light Screen|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Status
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hypnosis|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Calm Mind|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/6
|ndex=338
|pokemon=Solrock
|level=45
|type1=Rock
|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Status
|move2=Rock Slide|move2type=Rock|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Special
|move4=Solar Beam|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Footer}}

==In spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
:''Main articles: [[Tate (Masters)]] and [[Liza (Masters)]]''
Tate and Liza appear in [[Pokémon Masters EX]], forming [[sync pair]]s with {{TP|Tate|Solrock}} and {{TP|Liza|Lunatone}}, respectively.

==Gallery==
===Artwork===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background: #{{psychic color}}; font-size:80%"
|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background: #{{psychic color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Ruby Sapphire Tate Liza.png|200px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background: #{{psychic color light}}"| [[File:Tate and Liza ORAS concept art.png|310px]]
|-
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Generation III}}
| Conceptual artwork from {{color2|000|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|}

===Sprites===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background: #{{psychic color}}; font-size:80%"
| colspan=2 style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background: #{{psychic color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Spr RS Tate and Liza.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background: #{{psychic color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Spr B2W2 Tate.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background: #{{psychic color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Spr B2W2 Liza.png]]
| colspan=2 style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background: #{{psychic color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:VSLiza & Tate.png‎|200px]]
|-
| colspan=2 | Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Ruby, Sapphire}}, and {{color2|000|Pokémon Emerald Version|Emerald}}
| Tate's sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| Liza's sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| colspan=2 | VS portrait from {{color2|000|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background: #{{psychic color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Tate III OD.png‎]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background: #{{psychic color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Liza III OD.png‎]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background: #{{psychic color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Tate OD.png‎]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{psychic color dark}}; background: #{{psychic color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Liza OD.png‎]]
|-
| Tate's overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Ruby, Sapphire}}, and {{color2|000|Pokémon Emerald Version|Emerald}}
| Liza's overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Ruby, Sapphire}}, and {{color2|000|Pokémon Emerald Version|Emerald}}
| Tate's overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| Liza's overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
|}

==Quotes==
{{main|Tate and Liza/Quotes}}

==In the anime==
===Main series===
[[File:Tate and Liza anime.png|thumb|250px|Liza and Tate in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
Tate and Liza debuted in ''[[AG099|It's Still Rocket Roll to Me]]''. Their father [[Jin]] is the director and an astronaut at the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] who often goes into space to search for [[extraterrestrial Pokémon]]. As a result, they often spend time at the Space Center, and they even have {{pkmn|battle}}s in simulated zero-gravity conditions, which they accomplish by using their {{p|Baltoy}}'s {{m|Confusion}} technique to levitate them. In the anime, Liza is revealed to be the older of the twins (by around a few minutes).

When {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} visited [[Mossdeep City]], Tate quickly befriended [[Max]] since they had a few things in common, including Max's issues with his own sister {{an|May}}. Likewise, Liza related with May, and showed the group around the facility.

Later, while Tate and Max were hanging out in the cockpit of the space shuttle, {{TRT}} infiltrated the area with the intent of stealing it. Tate and Max were unaware of this until the trio reached the cockpit, whereupon {{MTR}} tied the two boys up with rope. Fortunately, [[Ash's Corphish]] was aboard the shuttle as well and freed the duo, who promptly knocked the trio out. Afterwards, Tate and Max safely landed the airborne shuttle. Team Rocket was then attacked by a vengeful Liza and May, who used their {{TP|Liza|Lunatone}} and {{TP|May|Combusken}}, respectively, before [[Ash's Pikachu]] sent them blasting off.

In ''[[AG100|Solid as a Solrock]]'', Tate and Liza faced off against Ash in a [[Double Battle]], in which their Lunatone and {{TP|Tate|Solrock}}, respectively, went up against Pikachu and {{AP|Swellow}}. At first, the twins continuously argued with each other, which allowed their opponents to get hits in. However, after another attack by Team Rocket, the twins managed to work together and set aside their differences.

In the battle that followed, they showed an incredible ability to balance each other's Pokémon, forcing Ash to use unorthodox tactics in order to defeat them. Eventually, Pikachu and Swellow used the former's {{m|Thunder}} attack as a makeshift armor, and with this newfound power, they easily defeated Lunatone and Solrock, earning Ash the {{Badge|Mind}}.

====Character====
Liza is depicted as being more experienced in {{pkmn|battle}}, and it is implied in their debut episode that she always defeats Tate whenever the two have a battle. During a [[Gym]] challenge, Liza often defends her brother's {{TP|Tate|Solrock}}. She is also the first to make a move and sometimes directs Tate's attack strategy to ensure that they are in sync.

Liza appears to be more independent and confident, whereas Tate is more jovial and focused on proving his own worth. Liza loves to annoy Tate by teasingly reminding him of things, and especially refers to him as her "little" brother even though they are twins, which proves to be her primary way of agitating Tate. Regardless of her teasing habits, Liza cares for Tate and will stand up for him against people antagonizing him.

====Pokémon====
{{MissingInfo|2|enva|java}}
This listing is of Tate and Liza's Pokémon in the {{pkmn|anime}}:
=====Tate's=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Tate
|pkmn=Solrock
|type1=Rock
|type2=Psychic
|img=Tate Solrock.png
|epnum=AG099
|epname=It's Still Rocket Roll to Me!
|main=yes
|desc=Tate's {{p|Solrock}} is the Pokémon he uses in all of his [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}s. In ''[[AG099|It's Still Rocket Roll to Me!]]'', it battled Liza's {{p|Lunatone}}, but lost.

Later, in ''[[AG100|Solid as a Solrock!]]'', it fought with Liza's Lunatone against [[Ash's Pikachu]] and {{AP|Swellow}}, but lost.}}

=====Liza's=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Liza
|pkmn=Lunatone
|type1=Rock
|type2=Psychic
|img=Liza Lunatone.png
|epnum=AG099
|epname=It's Still Rocket Roll to Me!
|main=yes
|desc=Liza's {{p|Lunatone}} is the Pokémon she uses in all of her [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}s. When the twins battled each other in ''[[AG099|It's Still Rocket Roll to Me!]]'', Lunatone won the match for Liza. She later used it against {{TRT}} after they failed to steal a space shuttle from the [[Mossdeep Space Center]].

In ''[[AG100|Solid as a Solrock!]]'', it fought with Tate's {{p|Solrock}} against [[Ash's Pikachu]] and {{AP|Swellow}}, but lost.}}

=====At Mossdeep Gym=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Tate and Liza
|pkmn=Baltoy (×4)
|type1=Ground
|type2=Psychic
|img=Tate Liza Baltoy.png
|cap=Tate and Liza's Baltoy
|epnum=AG099
|epname=It's Still Rocket Roll to Me!
|desc=Tate and Liza's four {{p|Baltoy}} live at the [[Mossdeep Gym]]. Whenever Tate and Liza want to have a {{pkmn|battle}} with each other, they use {{m|Confusion}} to make a zero-gravity battlefield. When {{TRT}} wanted to steal the space shuttle for the {{an|Giovanni|Boss}}, the Baltoy stopped the shuttle with Confusion.

Baltoy's only known move is {{m|Confusion}}.}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{psychic color}}|bordercolor={{psychic color light}}
|ja='''Tate:''' 水島大宙 ''Takahiro Mizushima'' '''Liza:''' 横山智佐 ''Chisa Yokoyama''
|en='''Tate:''' [[Jason Griffith]] '''Liza:''' [[Andi Whaley]]
|fi='''Tate:''' Peter Pihlström '''Liza:''' Susa Saukko
|fr_eu='''Tate:''' Frederik Haùgness '''Liza:''' Fanny Roy
|pt_br='''Tate:''' Dado Monteiro '''Liza:''' Samira Fernandes
|es_la='''Tate:''' Irwin Daayán '''Liza:''' María Fernanda Morales
|es_eu='''Tate:''' Álex Saudinós '''Liza:''' Inés Blázquez}}

===GOTCHA!===
Tate and Liza briefly appeared in [[GOTCHA!]].

==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Tate and Liza Adventures.png|right|right|thumb|225px|Tate and Liza in Pokémon Adventures]]
====History====
====={{chap|Ruby & Sapphire}}=====
Tate and Liza are the guardians of [[Mt. Pyre]], having taken over the position from their grandparents. When Flannery calls the Gym Leaders together for a meeting about [[Team Magma]] and [[Team Aqua]], Tate and Liza are forced to ignore the call so that they can head over to Mt. Pyre. There, they encounter Team Magma, who aim to steal the [[Red Orb|Red]] and [[Blue Orb]]s so that they can be used to control {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Groudon}} and {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Kyogre}}. The attackers turn out to be illusions created by [[Blaise]]. By distracting Tate and Liza with his illusions, Blaise is able to easily sneak into the chamber holding the orbs and steal them.

[[File:Tate Liza Juan Wallace ORAS Adventures.png|thumb|left|170px|Tate and Liza in the thirteenth chapter]]
Tate and Liza later appear on {{gdis|Mirage Island|III}} with [[Juan]], who is revealed to have rescued them. They are tasked with training {{adv|Ruby}} and {{adv|Sapphire}} so that they would be ready to face Groudon and Kyogre. They train Ruby and Sapphire in various forms of Double Battle styles so that they may work together and defeat their opponents. Once the time has come for Ruby and Sapphire to head off, Tate and Liza award Sapphire the Mind Badge.

After both Team Magma and Team Aqua are defeated and Groudon and Kyogre have returned to their deep slumber, Tate and Liza celebrate the victory with their allies and thank Sapphire and Ruby for their assistance in the battle.

====={{chap|Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire}}=====
Using [[Wallace]]'s aircar, Tate and Liza travel to [[Sootopolis City]] along with Juan and [[Lisia]]. They and several others are called to the city to assist in stopping [[Grand Meteor Delta]], a giant meteoroid threatening to destroy the planet. When the plan to attack Grand Meteor Delta starts, Tate, Liza, and the others have their Pokémon attack the meteoroid at the same time. This, combined with the might of [[Mega Evolution|Mega]] {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Rayquaza}}, successfully shatters Grand Meteor Delta into pieces.

====Pokémon====
This listing is for Tate and Liza's Pokémon in the Pokémon Adventures manga.

=====Tate=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Tate
|pkmn=Solrock
|type1=Rock
|type2=Psychic
|img=Tate Solrock Adventures.png
|epnum=PS228
|epname=I'm Always Grumpig First Thing in the Morning II
|main=yes
|desc={{p|Solrock}} is Tate's main Pokémon. It was first seen traveling with its Trainer on [[Mt. Pyre]], where it used its abilities to sense intruders. Solrock was used in conjunction with Lunatone against the Team Magma Grunts that were aiming to steal the Red and Blue Orbs. Despite their best efforts, the Grunts were only illusions created by Blaise, who easily got past his opponents and stole the orbs.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Tate and Liza
|pkmn=Spoink
|type1=Psychic
|img=Tate Liza Spoink Adventures.png
|cap=Tate and Liza's Spoink
|epnum=PS255
|epname=With a Spoink in Your Step I
|desc=Tate and Liza each own a {{p|Spoink}}. They were first used to battle {{adv|Ruby}} and {{adv|Sapphire}} on {{gdis|Mirage Island|III}}. The two were repeatedly used to help Ruby and Sapphire training for their upcoming battle against {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}}.

Spoink's known moves are {{m|Extrasensory}} and {{m|Bounce}}{{tt|*|Mentioned only}}.}}

=====Liza=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Liza
|pkmn=Lunatone
|type1=Rock
|type2=Psychic
|img=Liza Lunatone Adventures.png
|epnum=PS228
|epname=I'm Always Grumpig First Thing in the Morning II
|main=yes
|desc={{p|Lunatone}} is Liza's main Pokémon. It was first seen traveling with its Trainer on [[Mt. Pyre]]. Lunatone was used in conjunction with Solrock against the Team Magma Grunts that were aiming to steal the Red and Blue Orbs. Despite their best efforts, the Grunts were only illusions created by Blaise, who easily got past his opponents and stole the orbs.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Tate and Liza
|pkmn=Spoink
|type1=Psychic
|img=Tate Liza Spoink Adventures.png
|cap=Tate and Liza's Spoink
|epnum=PS255
|epname=With a Spoink in Your Step I
|desc=Tate and Liza each own a {{p|Spoink}}. They were first used to battle {{adv|Ruby}} and {{adv|Sapphire}} on {{gdis|Mirage Island|III}}. The two were repeatedly used to help Ruby and Sapphire training for their upcoming battle against {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}}.

Spoink's known moves are {{m|Extrasensory}} and {{m|Bounce}}{{tt|*|Mentioned only}}.}}

==In the TCG==
[[File:TateLizaCelestialStorm166.jpg|200px|thumb|Full Art print of Tate & Liza]]
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Tate and Liza or their Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Tate and Lisa|Psychic|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|XY Promo|Gym Badge|203}}|expanded=yes|type=Item|jpset=XY-P Promotional cards}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Celestial Storm|Tate & Liza|148}}|type=Supporter|standard=yes|enset=Celestial Storm|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=148/168|jpset=Sky-Splitting Charisma|jprarity=U|jpnum=091/096|enset2=Celestial Storm|enrarity2=Rare Ultra|ennum2=166/168|jpset2=Sky-Splitting Charisma|jprarity2=SR|jpnum2=103/096|jpset3=SM-P Promotional cards|jpnum3=296/SM-P|jpset4=Tag Team GX Premium Trainer Box|jpnum4=030/035|enset5=Yellow A Alternate cards|ennum5=148a/168|jpset5=GG End|jprarity5=TR|jpnum5=054/054}}
{{cardlist/footer|Psychic}}

==Trivia==
* Tate and Liza are two of four [[Gym Leader]]s that are battled in a [[Double Battle]] for a [[Gym]] [[Badge]], the others being [[Raihan]] and [[Ryme]].
** Tate and Liza are the only Gym Leaders who fight as a [[Party|team]] in a Double Battle, as Raihan and Ryme both fight alone.
** In {{2v2|Black|White|2}}, instead of serving as a team, Tate and Liza are shown and battled separately.
** Consequently, they are the only Gym Leaders whose {{pkmn|battle}} is not in stereoscopic 3D in [[Generation VI]], as only Single Battles support it.
* Chuang Yi's translations of [[Pokémon Adventures]] mistakenly refer to Tate as a girl.
* In [[Generation III]] {{pkmn|games}}, they are the only Gym Leaders to carry more than two [[Hyper Potion]]s in their first battle. This is likely due to them being a duo, with each of them holding two Hyper Potions.
* In {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}}, they are referred to as "<sc>Leader Tate&Liza</sc>" due to the way their Trainer class is programmed. This is fixed in the remakes, where they are called "Leaders Liza & Tate".
* In Emerald, {{p|Solrock}} is the only Pokémon from the original team to keep its moveset in the rematches.

==Names==
{| style="background: #{{psychic color light}}; {{roundy|10px}}; border: 3px solid #{{psychic color}}"
|-
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| フウとラン ''Fu & Lan''
| From 風蘭 ''fūran'' ({{wp|Vanda falcata|wind orchid}}) and 浮 ''fū'' (floating)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| English
| Tate & Liza
| From ''levitate''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| German
| Ben & Svenja
| From ''Schweben'' (levitation)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Spanish
| Vito & Leti
| From ''levitación'' (levitation)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| French
| Lévy & Tatia
| From ''lévitation'' (levitation)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Italian
| Tell & Pat
| From ''telepatia'' (telepathy)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 풍＆란 ''Pung & Ran''
| From 풍란 (風蘭) ''pungran'' (wind orchid)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|rowspan="2"| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
| 小楓 ''Xiǎo Fēng''{{tt|*|Games}} 小南 ''Xiǎo Nán''{{tt|*|Games}}
| From 楓 ''fēng'' (maple), an alternative reading of his Japanese name Transcription of her Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 楓與南 / 枫与南 ''Fēng & Nán''{{tt|*|Anime, Adventures}}
| Alternative reading of his Japanese name and transcription of her Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|rowspan="2"| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 小楓 ''Síu Fūng''{{tt|*|Games}} 小南 ''Síu Nàahm''{{tt|*|Games}}
| From 楓 ''fūng'' (maple), an alternative reading of his Japanese name Transcription of her Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 阿楓與阿南 ''A Fūng & A Nàahm''{{tt|*|Anime}}
| Alternative reading of his Japanese name and transcription of her Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Brazilian Portuguese
| Tate e Liza
| From their English names
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Thai
| ฟู่กับหลาง ''Fu & Lan''
| Transcription of their Japanese names
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Vietamese
| Fu & Lan
| Transcription of their Japanese names
|}

''Leaders''
{{langtable|color={{psychic color light}}|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|fr=Champions
|de=Arenaleiter
|it=Capipalestra
|es=Líderes
|ko=체육관 관장 ''Cheyukgwan Gwanjang''
}}

==Related articles==
* [[a:Category:Tate and Liza|Images on the Bulbagarden Archives]]

==References==
<references/>
{{Gym Leaders of Hoenn}}
{{TrainerNav|psychic|hoenn=yes}}
{{Project CharacterDex notice}}

[[Category:Anime characters]]
[[Category:Manga characters]]
[[Category:Pokémon Adventures characters]]
[[Category:Ruby and Sapphire characters]]
[[Category:Emerald characters]]
[[Category:Black 2 and White 2 characters]]
[[Category:Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire characters]]
[[Category:Gym Leaders]]
[[Category:Psychic-type Trainers]]
[[Category:Groups consisting of characters with different genders]]
[[Category:Characters who are twins]]
[[Category:Trainers with unique classes]]

[[de:Ben und Svenja]]
[[es:Vito y Leti]]
[[fr:Lévy & Tatia]]
[[it:Tell e Pat]]
[[ja:フウとラン]]
[[zh:小楓與小南]]

Triple Kick (move)

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{{MoveInfobox
|n=167
|name=Triple Kick
|jname=トリプルキック
|jtrans=Triple Kick
|jtranslit=Toripuru Kikku
|gameimage=Triple Kick VIII.png
|gameimagewidth=300
|type=Fighting
|damagecategory=Physical
|basepp=10
|maxpp=16
|power=10
|accuracy=90
|gen=II
|category=Cool
|appeal=4
|jam=0
|cdesc=A highly appealing move.
|appealsc=2
|scdesc=Allows performance of the same move twice in a row.
|appeal6=3
|jam6=0
|cdesc6=An appealing move that can be used repeatedly without boring the audience.
|touches=yes
|protect=yes
|magiccoat=no
|snatch=no
|mirrormove=yes
|kingsrock=yes
|sound=no
|target=anyadjacent
}}
'''Triple Kick''' (Japanese: '''トリプルキック''' ''Triple Kick'') is a damage-dealing {{type|Fighting}} [[multi-strike move]] introduced in [[Generation II]]. Prior to [[Generation VII]], it was the [[signature move]] of {{p|Hitmontop}}.

==Effect==
===Generation II===
Triple Kick inflicts damage, hitting the target up to three times per use. Its base power is 10.

The [[damage]] will be multiplied by 2 on the second hit, and by 3 on the third hit.

Triple Kick will end immediately if it breaks a {{m|substitute}}. {{m|Bide}} and {{m|Counter}} will only acknowledge the last strike of this move.

If the user is holding a [[King's Rock]], the final successful strike has a chance to cause the opponent to [[flinch]].

===Generations III and IV===
Instead of multiplying damage, the base power is incremented by 10 on each hit. This means that Triple Kick's second hit has a base power of 20, and the third hit has a base power of 30.

Each of Triple Kick's strikes now has a separate accuracy check. If any strike fails, the move ends.

Since each strike has 90% base accuracy, there is a 72.9% chance that it will hit 3 times (for cumulative 60 base power), an 8.1% chance that it will hit twice (for cumulative 30 base power), a 9% chance that it will hit once (for 10 base power), and a 10% chance that it will miss outright. With all three accuracy checks and base powers taken into account, the move's effective power is 47.07.

If the target has [[Contact#Abilities|an Ability that activates upon contact]], each strike counts individually, enabling the Ability to activate multiple times.

Triple Kick may now continue attacking after breaking a substitute.

If the user is holding a [[King's Rock]] or [[Razor Fang]], each consecutive hit has an equal chance to cause the opponent to [[flinch]].

Triple Kick can be used as the second move of a [[Contest combination|Pokémon Contest combination]], with the user gaining 4 bonus appeal points if {{m|Focus Energy}} was used in the previous turn.

===Generation V to VIII===
If a [[Focus Sash]] activates before the last strike is dealt, the following strike will cause the defending Pokémon to faint. A [[Focus Band]] can still activate repeatedly to prevent fainting, but each chance is independent. {{a|Sturdy}} will activate with each hit if the defending Pokémon has a maximum HP of 1.

If the target has {{a|Weak Armor}} or {{a|Stamina}}, each strike will activate it.

If the target is holding a [[Rocky Helmet]], the user is damaged for each strike.

If the user has the Ability {{a|Skill Link}}, the move will have only one accuracy check.

===Generation IX onwards===
Triple Kick cannot be selected in battle.

==Description==
{{movedesc|fighting}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrevss|Stad2}}|A three-kick attack that inflicts increasing damage. When one kick misses, the move ends.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev2|GSC}}|Hits three times with rising power.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev3|RSE}}|Kicks the foe 3 times in a row with rising intensity.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev3|FRLG}}|A 3-kick attack that becomes more powerful with each successive hit.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrevss|Colo}}{{gameabbrevss|XD}}|Kicks 1 to 3 times in a row with rising intensity.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev4|DPPtHGSS}}{{gameabbrevss|PBR}} {{gameabbrev5|BWB2W2}} {{gameabbrev6|XYORAS}} {{gameabbrev7|SM}}|A consecutive three-kick attack that becomes more powerful with each successive hit.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev7|USUM}} {{gameabbrev8|SwShBDSPLA}} {{gameabbrev9|SV}}|A consecutive three-kick attack that becomes more powerful with each successful hit.}}
|}
|}{{left clear}}

==Learnset==
===By [[Level|leveling up]]===
{{Movehead/Level|Fighting|2}}
{{Moveentry/8|237|Hitmontop|type=Fighting|1|Human-Like|Human-Like|49|20|19|19|19|33|1, {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}||STAB='''}}
{{Moveentry/8|795|Pheromosa|type=Bug|type2=Fighting|1|No Eggs Discovered|No Eggs Discovered||||||43|30||STAB='''}}
{{Movefoot|Fighting|8}}

==In other games==
===[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series]]===
In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]], Triple Kick is a move with 8 base power, 70% accuracy, and 15 PP. It damages an enemy in front of the user while cutting corners, attacking 3 times. The second and third hit have 2x and 3x damage multiplier, respectively. This move's base critical hit rate is lower than normal, at 2%.

In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|Explorers of Time, Darkness]] and [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|Sky]], the move's accuracy has been decreased to 52.5%.

==={g|Rumble Rush}}===
{{RumbleRushPhysicalAttack|move=Triple Kick|type=Fighting
|stars=2
|pow=21.17707 (Hits 1-2), 45.37943 (Hit 3)
|charge=0.5 seconds (Hits 1-2), 0.9
|range=Arc (melee)
|hits=1
|projectiles=1
|crit=1.5
|effect=None}}

===Description===
{{movedesc|Fighting}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrevmd|RB}}|Kicks the target three times. Its power rises with every kick.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrevmd|TDS}}|Inflicts damage on the target using 3 kicks in a single turn. The attack's power rises with every kick.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrevmd|BSL}}|{{tt|てきポケモンに３かいれんぞくでダメージをあたえるこうげきするたびにダメージがあがる|Inflicts damage on the target using 3 kicks in a single turn. The attack's power rises with every kick}}}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrevmd|GTI}}|[[File:IconKanji2MD.png]]UNUSED}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrevmd|SMD}} {{gameabbrevmd|RTDX}}|It damages an enemy 3 times in a row.}}
|}
|}{{left clear}}

==In the anime==
{{moveanime|type=fighting|exp=yes|gen=A consecutive three-kick attack that becomes more powerful with each successive hit.|image1=Butch Hitmontop Triple Kick.png|image1p=Butch's Hitmontop|image2=Mason Hitmontop Triple Kick.png|image2p=Mason's Hitmontop|image3=Chigusa Hitmontop Triple Kick.png|image3p=Chigusa's Hitmontop|image4=Bea Hitmontop Triple Kick.png|image4p=Bea's Hitmontop}}
{{movep|type=fighting|ms=237|pkmn=Hitmontop|method=Hitmontop jumps up and spins on his head and kicks the opponent three times with his legs and tail or just his feet.}}
{{movemid|type=fighting|user=Chigusa|user1=Chigusa's Hitmontop|startcode=EP166|startname=Two Hits and a Miss|notes=Debut}}
{{movemid|type=fighting|user=Butch|user1=Butch's Hitmontop|startcode=EP220|startname=The Mystery is History}}
{{movemid|type=fighting|user=Mason (EP247)|user1=Mason's Hitmontop|startcode=EP247|startname=Outrageous Fortunes}}
{{movebtm|type=fighting|user=Bea|user1=Bea's Hitmontop|startcode=JN039|startname=Octo-Gridlock at the Gym!}}

==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
{{movemanga|type=fighting|exp=yes|gen=The user kicks the opponent three times at a fast speed.|image1=Chuck Hitmontop Triple Kick Adventures.png|image1p=Hitmontop}}
{{movep|type=fighting|ms=237|pkmn=Hitmontop|method=Hitmontop spins on his head and he kicks the opponent three times with his legs and tail at a fast speed.}}
{{movebtmManga|type=fighting|user=Chuck|user1=Chuck's Hitmontop|startcode=PS162|startname=Heckled by Hitmontop|notes=Debut}}

===Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys===
{{movemanga|type=fighting|exp=yes|gen=The user kicks the opponent three times at a fast speed.|image1=Hitmontop Triple Kick Golden Boys.png|image1p=Hitmontop}}
{{movep|type=fighting|ms=237|pkmn=Hitmontop|method=Hitmontop spins on his head and he kicks the opponent three times with his legs and tail quickly.}}
{{movebtmManga|type=fighting|user=Hitmontop (Pokémon)|user1=A Hitmontop Gold borrowed|startcode=GB09|startname=Let's Use Fighting Type Pokémon!!|notes=Debut}}

===Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All===
{{movemanga|type=fighting|exp=yes|gen=The user kicks the opponent three times.|image1=Shu Hitmontop Triple Kick.png|image1p=Hitmontop}}
{{movep|type=fighting|ms=237|pkmn=Hitmontop|method=Hitmontop spins on his head and he kicks the opponent three times with his legs and tail at a fast speed.}}
{{movebtmManga|type=fighting|user=Shu|user1=Shu's Hitmontop|startcode=GDZ51|notes=Debut}}

==In other generations==
===Core series games===
{{Movegen
|type=Fighting
|genII=Triple Kick II
|genIII=Triple Kick III
|genIV=Triple Kick IV
|genV=Triple Kick V
}}
{{Movegen
|type=Fighting
|genVI=Triple Kick VI
|genVII=Triple Kick VII
}}

===Side series games===
{{Movegen
|type=Fighting
|Stad2=Triple Kick Stad2
|Colo=Triple Kick Colo
|XD=Triple Kick XD
|PBR=Triple Kick PBR
}}
===Spin-off series games===
{{Movegen
|type=Fighting
|PMDRB=Triple Kick PMD RB
|PSMD=Triple Kick PSMD
}}

==Trivia==
* Along with {{m|Triple Axel}} and {{m|Population Bomb}}, it is one of only three [[multi-strike move|multi-strike moves]] whose chance to miss for successive hits are independent of the first hit.
* Triple Kick has the same description text as Triple Axel.
* Triple Kick is tied with {{m|Constrict}} for the move with the lowest base power (10) out of all damage-dealing moves, although this only applies to the first hit.

==In other languages==
{{Langtable|color={{fighting color}}|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|zh_yue=三連踢 ''{{tt|Sāamlìhntek|Triple Kick}}'' {{tt|*|Games, EP247}} 三重踢技 ''{{tt|Sāamchùhng Tekgeih|Triple Kick Attack}}'' {{tt|*|EP166}} 三倍足攻 ''{{tt|Sāampúih Jūkgūng|Triple Foot Attack}}'' {{tt|*|Manga}}
|zh_cmn=三連踢 / 三连踢 ''{{tt|Sānlián Tī|Triple Kick}}'' {{tt|*|Games, EP247, Later Manga (Mainland China)}} 三重踢技 ''{{tt|Sānchóng Tījì|Triple Kick Attack}}'' {{tt|*|EP166}} 三倍足 ''{{tt|Sānbèi Zú|Triple Foot}}'' {{tt|*|Early Manga (Mainland China)}} 三倍足攻 ''{{tt|Sānbèi Zúgōng|Triple Foot Attack}}'' {{tt|*|Manga (Taiwan)}} 连续踢打 ''{{tt|Liánxù Tīdǎ|Continuous Kick}}'' {{tt|*|Manga (Mainland China 21st Century edition)}}
|cs=Kolotoč
|fi=Kolmoispotku
|fr=Triple-Pied
|de=Dreifachkick
|el=Τριπλό Λάκτισμα
|id=Triple Kick
|it=Triplocalcio
|nl=Driedubbele Schop
|pt_br=Chute Triplo
|pt_eu=Pontapé Triplo
|ko=트리플킥 {{tt|''Teuripeulkik''|Triple Kick}}
|pl=Potrójny Wykop{{tt|*|Journeys onwards}} Potrójny Kop{{tt|*|EP220-EP247}} Potrójne Kopnięcie{{tt|*|EP166}}
|sr=Trostruki Šut
|es_eu=Triple Patada{{tt|*|Generation VI onwards}} Triplepatada{{tt|*|Generations II-V}}
|vi=Triple Kick
}}
{{-}}

{{Project Moves and Abilities notice}}

[[Category:Multi-strike moves]]
[[Category:Moves that power up]]
[[Category:Moves usable in Pokémon Sword and Shield]]
[[Category:Moves in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX]]

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[[zh:三连踢（招式）]]

Sableye (Pokémon)

2023-01-11T15:33:41Z

Nutter Butter: /* Origin */ quotation marks are redundant with "alleged"

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|tmname=Yamirami
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'''Sableye''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ヤミラミ''' ''Yamirami'') is a dual-type {{2t|Dark|Ghost}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation III]].

While it is not known to [[Evolution|evolve]] into or from any other Pokémon, Sableye can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into '''Mega Sableye''' using the [[Sablenite‎]].

==Biology==
Sableye is a bipedal {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} with a dark purple body, armed with sharp teeth and claws, which it uses to dig through soil. It has pale blue, gemstone-like eyes, which allow it to see in low light and sparkle in the dark. It also has a red gemstone on its chest, and its back has a blue and green gemstone as well as another red one. These gem-like eyes and adornments on its body are caused by its diet, which consists of rocks and raw gemstones. Because of this, each individual Sableye can create an infinite number of patterns on its body.

It also targets {{p|Carbink}} as prey, though they are usually taken by {{p|Gabite}} before Sableye can reach them. It is feared by people since it is said to steal a person's soul if they look into its eyes. It is nocturnal and is rarely seen. It lives in the darkness of {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Cave Pokémon|caves}}. It uses its claws to dig for gems to eat and fight back.

As Mega Sableye, being bathed in Mega Evolution energy causes the red jewel on its chest to rip out of Sableye's skin and significantly increase in size; the detached jewel leaves a small hole in Mega Sableye's chest. Its ears elongate, and it gains a spike on the top of its head. Its teeth turn from white to yellow, and its eyes also change from pale blue to a crimson red, with diagonal slits at their inner edges. Its back gains more gems: a second green one, a second red one, and two small yellow gems. The enlarged jewel is said to boast such incredible hardness that no attack can even leave a scratch on it. During battle, Mega Sableye shelters itself behind the jewel, from where it can take advantage of any openings its target leaves exposed.<ref name= "Mega">http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/en-us/pokemon/new-mega-evolutions/mega-sableye</ref> However, being forced to support its massive jewel leaves Sableye unable to turn quickly, making it vulnerable from behind.

==In the anime==
===Main series===
[[File:Mega Island Sableye.png|thumb|left|250px|Sableye in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
[[File:Mega Sableye anime.png|thumb|250px|Mega Sableye in the anime]]
====Major appearances====
Sableye debuted in ''[[HS08|Oaknapped!]]'', under the ownership of [[Cassidy]], where it was used to battle [[Ritchie]]. It reappeared in ''[[HS11|A Date With Delcatty]]'' and ''[[HS16|Luvdisc is a Many Splendored Thing!]]''.

Sableye made its main series debut in ''[[AG029|Ready, Willing, and Sableye]]'', where it was playing tricks on {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}}.

In [[PK15]], a Sableye was living in a spooky house.

In ''[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky - Beyond Time & Darkness]]'', multiple Sableye tried to stop [[Team Poképals]] from getting on the Rainbow Stoneship.

In the Hoopa's Surprise Ring Adventures short ''{{DL|Hoopa's Surprise Ring Adventures|In the Dark}}'', {{an|Hoopa}}'s summoning of multiple {{p|Litwick}} rudely awakened four Sableye.

In ''[[XY092|Cloudy Fate, Bright Future!]]'', {{OBP|Carrie|XY092}} used a Sableye in a battle against Ash, since Carrie believed he was the threat to [[Kalos]] that [[Olympia]] had predicted.

In ''[[SM077|Guiding an Awakening!]]'', [[Nanu]] used a Sableye in his grand trial against Ash. Despite using {{m|Mean Look}} on {{AP|Lycanroc}} to immobilize it, it was defeated by the Wolf Pokémon's {{m|Stone Edge}}.

====Minor appearances====
A Sableye appeared in the opening sequence of ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''.

In ''[[AG091|Lessons in Lilycove]]'', a {{pkmn|Coordinator}}'s Sableye competed in the [[Lilycove City]] {{pkmn|Contest}}.

A Coordinator's Sableye appeared in ''[[AG167|What I Did for Love!]]''.

In ''[[M16|Genesect and the Legend Awakened]]'', a Sableye was living at [[Pokémon Hills]].

In ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'', ''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]'', and ''[[XY042|Battling Into the Hall of Fame!]]'', a {{pkmn|Trainer}}'s Sableye attended the [[Pokémon Summer Camp]].

A Sableye that can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into Mega Sableye appeared in the ending segment of ''[[XYS02|Mega Evolution Special II]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[XYS03|Mega Evolution Special III]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[XY138|The First Day of the Rest of Your Life!]]''.

Six Sableye appeared in ''[[SM001|Alola to New Adventure!]]'', all under the ownership of a different Trainer. One of them appeared in a flashback.

A student's Sableye appeared in ''[[SM002|The Guardian's Challenge!]]''. It reappeared in the [[Banned episodes|banned episode]] [[SM064]].

A Sableye appeared in a fantasy in ''[[SM004|First Catch in Alola, Ketchum-Style!]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[SM006|A Shocking Grocery Run!]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[SM007|That's Why the Litten is a Scamp!]]''.

In ''[[SM015|Rocking Clawmark Hill!]]'', two Sableye were training up on [[Clawmark Hill]].

Two Trainers' Sableye appeared in ''[[SM021|One Journey Ends, Another Begins...]]''.

Two Trainers' Sableye appeared in ''[[SM023|Getting the Band Back Together!]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[SM027|A Glaring Rivalry!]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[SM040|Balloons, Brionne, and Belligerence!]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[SM050|Faba's Revenge!]]''.

In ''[[SM066|Smashing with Sketch!]]'', a Sableye competed in the [[Pokémon Ping-Pong tournament]].

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[SM072|Sours for the Sweet!]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[SM081|A Young Royal Flame Ignites!]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[SM082|All They Want to Do is Dance Dance!]]''.

In ''[[SM090|Securing the Future!]]'', three Trainers' Sableye joined the rest of [[Alola]] in showering {{DL|Light trio (anime)|Necrozma}} with light so it could return to its {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Necrozma|true form}}.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[SM099|We Know Where You're Going, Eevee!]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[SM128|League Offenders and Defenders!]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[SM134|The Road to The Semifinals!]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[SM140|Z-Move Showdown!]]''.

In ''[[JN002|Legend? Go! Friends? Go!]]'', a Trainer's Sableye participated in a [[Raid Battle (GO)#In the anime|Raid Battle]] against a {{p|Lugia}}.

In a flashback in ''[[JN051|Trials of a Budding Master!]]'', a Trainer's Sableye battled Ash in a [[World Coronation Series]] match.

A Sableye appeared on [[Mega Island]] in ''[[JN084|An Adventure of Mega Proportions!]]''.

A Sableye appeared in ''[[JN091|The Spectral Express!]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[JN105|Reuniting for the First Time!]]''.

A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[JN112|Helping the Hometown Hero!]]''.

====Pokédex entries====
{{Animedexheader|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexbody|AG029|Sableye|May's Pokédex|Sableye, the Darkness Pokémon. Sableye normally live deep within caves and eat rocks. They use their sharp claws to dig through the earth.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Hoenn}}
{{Animedexheader|Kalos}}
{{Animedexbody|XY092|Sableye|Serena's Pokédex|Sableye, the Darkness Pokémon. Living in caves, Sableye digs up gems with its sharp claws, then devours them.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Kalos}}
{{Animedexheader|Alola}}
{{Animedexbody|SM077|Sableye|Rotom Pokédex|Sableye, the Darkness Pokémon. A {{t|Dark}} and {{t|Ghost}} type. Sableye's jeweled eyes shine with an eerie light that can strike fear into the spirits of living beings.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Alola}}
{{Animedexheader|Galar}}
{{Animedexbody|JN091|Sableye|Goh's Rotom Phone|Sableye, the Darkness Pokémon. A {{t|Dark}} and {{t|Ghost}} type. Sableye eat gems, jewels, and crystals.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Galar}}

===Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer===
[[File:Mega Sableye ORAS Trailer.png|thumb|250px|Mega Sableye in the animated trailer]]
In the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer]], a [[Mega Evolution|Mega]] Sableye defended itself from a Mega {{p|Lopunny}}.

===Pokémon: Twilight Wings===
A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[TW08|The Gathering of Stars]]''.
{{-}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Jupiter Sableye Adventures.png|thumb|200px|Sableye in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===Movie adaptations===
Two Sableye appeared in [[ICYR2]].

===Pokémon Adventures===
===={{chap|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}====
Sableye first appeared in ''[[PS180|The Last Battle XIV]]'' as a [[wild Pokémon]] pictured in one of the many photographs of unseen Pokémon that {{adv|Professor Oak}} discovered.

===={{chap|Ruby & Sapphire}}====
A Sableye appeared in ''[[PS241|Dreadful Dealing with Dusclops]]'', where it was attacking {{adv|Wally}} inside the [[Sky Pillar]].

===={{chap|Emerald}}====
In ''[[PS306|Pinsir Me, I Must Be Dreaming]]'', a Sableye appeared as a {{gdis|Battle Factory|III}} rental Pokémon that {{adv|Emerald}} faced. It was stolen by [[Guile Hideout]] in ''[[PS315|Skirting Around Surskit I]]''.

A Sableye appeared in ''[[PS319|Verily Vanquishing Vileplume I]]'', under the ownership of {{tc|Hex Maniac}} Valerie. It took part in the preview [[Battle Dome]] tournament.

===={{chap|Diamond & Pearl}}====
A Sableye appears as one of the Pokémon owned by the [[Team Galactic]] commander [[Jupiter]]. She used it alongside her {{p|Gastrodon}} and {{p|Tangrowth}} to attack {{adv|Platinum}}, [[Candice]], and [[Maylene]] when they arrived in [[Lake Acuity]]. It first appeared in ''[[PS395|Stopping Sableye]]''.

===={{chap|Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire}}====
[[Draconid]] [[Renza]] owns a Sableye, which appeared in [[PS602]].

===Pokémon Journeys: The Series===
A Trainer's Sableye appeared in ''[[JNM01|Legend? Check! Friends? Check!]]''.

===Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blazing Exploration Team===
Six Sableye appeared in [[BET3]] and [[BET4]].

===Pokémon Ruby-Sapphire===
Sableye is [[Brawly]]'s only known Pokémon, as seen in ''[[PMRS11|The Haunted Gym]]''. It is considered an unusual choice for him as it was not a {{type|Fighting}} and it is immune to {{t|Fighting}} moves.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Sableye (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
{{spoilers}}
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]]: Six Sableye acted as assistants to {{mdc|Dusknoir|2}} and had a number of appearances over the course of the game. After the player defeats Dusknoir and the Sableye in the [[Hidden Land]], the Sableye all flee.
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]]: Six Sableye perform the same role as above, and in addition appear in Special Episode 5, which contains the events happening after Grovyle returns to the future with Dusknoir, and play a role in the episode's plot.
* {{g|Super Mystery Dungeon}}: One of Dusknoir's Sableye appears as a recruitable Pokémon but will only post the connection request after Dusknoir is recruited. Sableye's request also leads to Spiritomb's recruitment.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=Dark|type2=Ghost}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=III}}
{{Dex/Gen/2|gen=III|reg1=Hoenn|num1=068|reg2=Kanto}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ruby|t=FFF|entry=Sableye lead quiet lives deep inside caverns. They are feared, however, because these Pokémon are thought to steal the spirits of people when their eyes burn with a sinister glow in the darkness.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sapphire|t=FFF|entry=Sableye digs the ground with sharpened claws to find rocks that it eats. Substances in the eaten rocks crystallize and rise up to the Pokémon's body surface.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=It digs branching holes in caves using its sharp claws in search of food—raw gems. A Sableye lurks in darkness and is seen only rarely.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=FireRed|v2=LeafGreen|entry=It feeds on gemstone crystals. In darkness, its eyes sparkle with the glitter of jewels.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/2|gen=IV|reg1=Sinnoh|reg2=Johto}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=It hides in the darkness of caves. Its diet of gems has transformed its eyes into gemstones.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=HeartGold|v2=SoulSilver|entry=It dwells in the darkness of caves. It uses its sharp claws to dig up gems to nourish itself.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/1|gen=V|reg1=Unova}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=It hides in the darkness of caves. Its diet of gems has transformed its eyes into gemstones.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=It hides in the darkness of caves. Its diet of gems has transformed its eyes into gemstones.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/2|gen=VI|reg1=Kalos|num1=123|label1=Coastal|reg2=Hoenn|num2=070}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=It hides in the darkness of caves. Its diet of gems has transformed its eyes into gemstones.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|entry=It dwells in the darkness of caves. It uses its sharp claws to dig up gems to nourish itself.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|t=FFF|v=Omega Ruby|entry=Sableye lead quiet lives deep inside caverns. They are feared, however, because these Pokémon are thought to steal the spirits of people when their eyes burn with a sinister glow in the darkness.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|t=FFF|v=Alpha Sapphire|entry=Sableye digs the ground with sharpened claws to find rocks that it eats. Substances in the eaten rocks crystallize and rise up to the Pokémon's body surface.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/3|gen=VII|reg1=Alola|num1=102|label1={{gameabbrev7|SM}}:|reg2=Alola|num2=124|label2={{gameabbrev7|USUM}}:|reg3=Kanto}}
{{Dex/NE|[[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]]‎}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=It's a fiend for gemstones, so it stalks Carbink. Unfortunately, Gabite almost always grabs them first.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=This Pokémon is feared. When its gemstone eyes begin to glow with a sinister shine, it's believed that Sableye will steal people's spirits away.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Sun|entry=It digs through the ground with its hard claws and crunches down gems with its thick pointy teeth. Carbink is its favorite food.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Moon|entry=Materials from gems it has eaten float to the surface of its body and can form an infinite number of patterns among individuals.}}
{{Dex/Form|[[Mega Evolution|Mega]] Sableye}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=The jewel from its chest, which has grown gigantic due to the effects of Mega Evolution, can turn back any attack.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=Supporting a giant heavy jewel, it can't change direction very nimbly and is vulnerable to attack from behind.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Sun|entry=Bathed in the energy of Mega Evolution, the gemstone on its chest expands, rips through its skin, and falls out.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Moon|entry=It blocks any and all attacks with its giant-sized gemstone. However, the stone's a heavy burden, and it limits Mega Sableye's movements.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/4|gen=VIII|reg1=Galar|num1=294|reg2=Galar|num2=174|label2=Crown Tundra|reg3=Sinnoh|reg4=Hisui}}
{{Dex/NE|[[Pokémon Legends: Arceus|Legends: Arceus]]}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sword|entry=This Pokémon is feared. When its gemstone eyes begin to glow with a sinister shine, it's believed that Sableye will steal people's spirits away.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Shield|entry=It feeds on gemstone crystals. In darkness, its eyes sparkle with the glitter of jewels.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Brilliant Diamond|v2=Shining Pearl|entry=It hides in the darkness of caves. Its diet of gems has transformed its eyes into gemstones.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/1|gen=IX|reg1=Paldea|num1=297}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Scarlet|t=fff|entry=It dwells in the darkness of caves. It uses its sharp claws to dig up gems to nourish itself.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Violet|t=FFF|entry=Materials from gems it has eaten float to the surface of its body and can form an infinite number of patterns among individuals.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}
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|Sableye in the {{color2|000|List of Pokémon by Alola Pokédex number|Alola Pokédex}}
|Mega Sableye in the {{color2|000|List of Pokémon by Alola Pokédex number|Alola Pokédex}}
|Sableye in the {{color2|000|List of Pokémon by Paldea Pokédex number|Paldea Pokédex}}
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|}

===Game locations===
{{Availability/Header|type=Dark|type2=Ghost}}
{{Availability/NA|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Ruby|area=[[Trade]], [[#In events|Event]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Sapphire|t=FFF|area=[[Granite Cave]], [[Cave of Origin]], [[Sky Pillar]], {{ho|Victory Road}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|area=[[Granite Cave]], [[Cave of Origin]], [[Sky Pillar]], {{ho|Victory Road}}}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=FireRed|v2=LeafGreen|area=[[Trade]], [[#In events|Event]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Colosseum}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=XD|t=FFF|link=Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness|area=[[Citadark Isle]] {{color2|{{shadow color}}|Shadow Pokémon|(Shadow)}}}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|area=[[Iron Island]] {{color2|{{sapphire color dark}}|Dual-slot mode|(Sapphire)}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Platinum|area=[[Iron Island]] {{color2|{{sapphire color dark}}|Dual-slot mode|(Sapphire)}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=HeartGold|area={{rt|9|Kanto}} ([[Mass outbreak|Swarm]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=SoulSilver}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Pal Park|color={{locationcolor/light|mountain}}|link=Pal Park|area={{DL|List of Pokémon by Pal Park location|Mountain}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Pokéwalker|color=FF3333|link=Pokéwalker|area={{pw|Rally}}}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|area=[[Challenger's Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|area=[[Trade]] with [[Curtis]] in [[Nimbasa City]] (female player character only)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Dream World|color={{dream color}}|area={{dwa|Spooky Manor}}}}
|}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=X|v2=Y|t=FFF|area=[[Reflection Cave]], [[Friend Safari]] ([[Friend Safari#Dark-type Safari|Dark]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Omega Ruby|area=[[Trade]], [[#In events|Event]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Alpha Sapphire|t=FFF|area=[[Granite Cave]], [[Cave of Origin]], {{ho|Victory Road}}, [[Sky Pillar]]}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Sun|v2=Moon|area=[[Ten Carat Hill]], [[Vast Poni Canyon]] ([[SOS Battle]])}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Ultra Sun|v2=Ultra Moon|area=[[Ten Carat Hill]], [[Vast Poni Canyon]] ([[SOS Battle]])}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Let's Go Pikachu|v2=Let's Go Eevee|area=Unobtainable}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VIII}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|1|v=Sword|area=[[Trade]], [[#In events|Event]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Shield|area=[[Dusty Bowl]], [[Giant's Mirror]] [[Giant's Mirror/Dens|Giant's Mirror]], [[South Lake Miloch/Dens|South Lake Miloch]], [[Stony Wilderness/Dens|Stony Wilderness]], [[Watchtower Ruins/Dens|Watchtower Ruins]], [[West Lake Axewell/Dens|West Lake Axewell]] ([[Max Raid Battle]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Shield Expansion Pass|color={{shield color dark}}|t=fff|link=Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass|area=[[Lakeside Cave]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|1|v=Brilliant Diamond}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Shining Pearl|area=[[Grand Underground]] - [[Dazzling Cave]], [[Stargleam Cavern]] (After obtaining the [[National Pokédex]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|1|v=Legends: Arceus|area=Unobtainable}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=IX}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Scarlet|v2=Violet|t=FFF|t2=FFF|area=}}
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{{Availability/Footer}}

====In side games====
{{Availability/Header|type=Dark|type2=Ghost}}
{{Availability/NA|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Pinball: R&S|link=Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire|color={{ruby color}}|t=fff|area=Cave ({{color2|{{sapphire color}}|Sapphire Field}})}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Trozei!|color={{yellow color}}|area=[[Huge Storage 3]], Endless Level 3, Forever Level 3, [[Mr. Who's Den]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Red|v2=MD Blue|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|area=[[Darknight Relic]] (1F-15F)}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Time|v2=MD Darkness|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|area=[[Spacial Rift]] (B1F-B15F, Deep Spacial Rift B1F-B9F)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=MD Sky|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|area=[[Spacial Rift]] (B1F-B15F, Deep Spacial Rift B1F-B9F)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Ranger: SoA|color={{SoA color}}|link=Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia|area=[[Chroma Ruins]], [[Hippowdon Temple]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=MD Blazing|v2=MD Light|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon (WiiWare)|color={{fire color}}|t={{fire color dark}}|color2={{electric color}}|t2={{electric color dark}}|area={{DL|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon (WiiWare)|Wonder Mail codes}}}}

{{Availability/Entry1|v=PokéPark Wii|color={{grass color}}|link=PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure|area=[[Haunted Zone]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Ranger: GS|color={{GS color}}|link=Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs|area=[[Daybreak Ruins]], [[Light Temple]]}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble Blast|color={{fire color}}|area=Hauntyard: [[World Axle - B1F]] (post-ending)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=PokéPark 2|link=PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond|color={{grass color}}|area=[[Tech Area]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble U|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Magical Lake#Protect Pichu in the Forest|Magical Lake: Protect Pichu in the Forest]]}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Battle Trozei|color={{defense color}}|area=[[Distortion Island#Stage 4|Distortion Island: Stage 4]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Shuffle|color={{beauty color}}|area=[[Night Festival|Night Festival: Stage 24]] [[Graucus Hall|Graucus Hall: Stage 458]] Event: ''[[Special Stages#Great Challenge|Sableye Appears]]'' (Costumed)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Starlight Islands#Halloween Village|Starlight Islands: Halloween Village]] (All Areas)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Picross|color={{skill color light}}|area=[[Pokémon Picross Stages#Area 15|Area 15: Stage 09]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble Rush|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Dragonite Sea]], [[Pinsir Sea]], [[Mimikyu Sea]], [[Rowlet Sea]], [[Rayquaza Sea]], [[Mimikyu Sea]]Final, [[Rowlet Sea]]Final}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VIII}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=New Snap|link=New Pokémon Snap|color={{orange color light}}|area=[[Outaway Cave]], {{DL|Outaway Cave|Durice Island Illumina Spot}}Level 2}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Cross}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Masters EX|color={{orange color}}|area=Seasonal {{DL|Sync pair|sync pair scout}} ({{mas|Caitlin}}'s (Fall 2021); '''{{me|Sableye}}''')}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

====In events====
{{eventAvail/h|Language/Region|type=Dark|type2=Ghost}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RS}}|Pokémon Center New York Campaign 5 Sableye|English|United States|18|August 14 to 20, 2004|link=List of PCNY event Pokémon distributions (Generation III)#Sableye}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RSEFRLG}}|Gather More Pokémon! Fifth Campaign Sableye|Japanese|Japan|10|March 21 to April 9, 2006|link=List of Gather More Pokémon! Campaign event Pokémon#Sableye}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev5|BWB2W2}}|Chief Golgo's Sableye|Japanese|Japan|50|September 15 to 28, 2013|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions (Generation V)#Chief Golgo's Sableye}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|AS}}|Shigeki Morimoto's Sableye|PAL region|Online|50|August 5, 2015 to January 22, 2016|link=List of PAL region serial code event Pokémon distributions (Generation VI)#Sableye}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|ORAS}}|Mega Campaign Sableye|All|Japan|100|January 1 to 31, 2016|link=List of local event Pokémon distributions (Generation VI)#Sableye}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev8|SwSh}}|Kohei Fujida's Sableye|All|Online|50|June 11 to 12, 2022|link=List of serial code event Pokémon distributions (Generation VIII)#Kohei Fujida's Sableye}}
|}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems|type=Dark|type2=Ghost
|as1=Wide Lens|as1type=None|as1rar=5
|sm1=Wide Lens|sm1type=None|sm1rar=5
|usum1=Wide Lens|usum1type=None|usum1rar=5
|sh1=Wide Lens|sh1type=None|sh1rar=5
|event1=Black Sludge|event1type=None|event1rar=100
|event2=Sablenite‎|event2type=None|event2rar=100
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats
|type=Dark
|type2=Ghost
|HP= 50
|Attack= 75
|Defense=75
|SpAtk= 65
|SpDef= 65
|Speed= 50}}

=====Mega Sableye=====
{{Base Stats
|type=Dark
|type2=Ghost
|HP=50
|Attack=85
|Defense=125
|SpAtk=85
|SpDef=115
|Speed=20}}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Dark
|type2=Ghost
|Speed=3
|SpeedMax=4
|Power=3
|PowerMax=4
|Technique=3
|TechniqueMax=4
|Stamina=3
|StaminaMax=4
|Jump=3
|JumpMax=3
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Dark
|type2=Ghost
|Normal= 0
|Fighting= 0
|Flying= 100
|Poison= 50
|Ground= 100
|Rock= 100
|Bug= 100
|Ghost= 100
|Steel= 100
|Fire= 100
|Water= 100
|Grass= 100
|Electric=100
|Psychic= 0
|Ice= 100
|Dragon= 100
|Dark= 100
|Fairy= 200
|notes=yes
|ghost=yes
|newnormal=1
|newfighting=2
|dark=yes
|newpsychic=1}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/9|Sableye|Dark|Ghost|3}}
{{learnlist/level9|1|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level9|1|Scratch|Normal|Physical|40|100|35}}
{{learnlist/level9|3|Astonish|Ghost|Physical|30|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level9|9|Shadow Sneak|Ghost|Physical|40|100|30||'''}}
{{learnlist/level9|12|Fake Out|Normal|Physical|40|100|10}}
{{learnlist/level9|15|Disable|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level9|18|Detect|Fighting|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/level9|21|Night Shade|Ghost|Special|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level9|24|Fury Swipes|Normal|Physical|18|80|15}}
{{learnlist/level9|27|Knock Off|Dark|Physical|65|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level9|30|Quash|Dark|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level9|33|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level9|36|Mean Look|Normal|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/level9|39|Power Gem|Rock|Special|80|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level9|42|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15}}
{{learnlist/level9|45|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level9|48|Foul Play|Dark|Physical|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelf/9|Sableye|Dark|Ghost|3}}

====By [[TM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/9|Sableye|Dark|Ghost|3}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM001|Take Down|Normal|Physical|90|85|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM005|Mud-Slap|Ground|Special|20|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM007|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM012|Low Kick|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM016|Psybeam|Psychic|Special|65|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM017|Confuse Ray|Ghost|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM018|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM025|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM027|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM029|Hex|Ghost|Special|65|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM030|Snarl|Dark|Special|55|95|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM031|Metal Claw|Steel|Physical|50|95|35}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM034|Icy Wind|Ice|Special|55|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM035|Mud Shot|Ground|Special|55|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM036|Rock Tomb|Rock|Physical|60|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM039|Low Sweep|Fighting|Physical|65|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM042|Night Shade|Ghost|Special|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM043|Fling|Dark|Physical|—|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM047|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM049|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM050|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM055|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM058|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM059|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM061|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM062|Foul Play|Dark|Physical|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM064|Bulk Up|Fighting|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM066|Body Slam|Normal|Physical|85|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM067|Fire Punch|Fire|Physical|75|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM068|Thunder Punch|Electric|Physical|75|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM069|Ice Punch|Ice|Physical|75|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM070|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM073|Drain Punch|Fighting|Physical|75|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM074|Reflect|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM075|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM079|Dazzling Gleam|Fairy|Special|80|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM080|Metronome|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM082|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|90|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM083|Poison Jab|Poison|Physical|80|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM085|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM087|Taunt|Dark|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM092|Imprison|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM094|Dark Pulse|Dark|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM098|Skill Swap|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM101|Power Gem|Rock|Special|80|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM103|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM105|X-Scissor|Bug|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM107|Will-O-Wisp|Fire|Status|—|85|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM109|Trick|Psychic|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM111|Giga Drain|Grass|Special|75|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM114|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM119|Energy Ball|Grass|Special|90|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM120|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM122|Encore|Normal|Status|—|100|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM129|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM130|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM140|Nasty Plot|Dark|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM151|Phantom Force|Ghost|Physical|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM152|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM163|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM171|Tera Blast|Normal|Special|80|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tmf/9|Sableye|Dark|Ghost|3}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/9|Sableye|Dark|Ghost|3}}
{{learnlist/breed9|{{MSP/9|307|Meditite}}{{MSP/9|308|Medicham}}{{MSP/9|448|Lucario}}{{MSP/9|475|Gallade}}{{MSP/9|815|Cinderace}}|Feint|Normal|Physical|30|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed9|{{MSP/9|453|Croagunk}}{{MSP/9|454|Toxicroak}}{{MSP/9|574|Gothita}}{{MSP/9|575|Gothorita}}{{MSP/9|576|Gothitelle}}{{MSP/9|859|Impidimp}} {{MSP/9|860|Morgrem}}{{MSP/9|861|Grimmsnarl}}|Flatter|Dark|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breed9|{{MSP/9|625|Bisharp}}{{MSP/9||Kingambit}}|Metal Burst|Steel|Physical|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed9|{{MSP/9|307|Meditite}}{{MSP/9|308|Medicham}}|Recover|Normal|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/breed9|{{MSP/9|331|Cacnea}}{{MSP/9|332|Cacturne}}{{MSP/9|453|Croagunk}}{{MSP/9|454|Toxicroak}}{{MSP/9|859|Impidimp}}{{MSP/9|860|Morgrem}} {{MSP/9|861|Grimmsnarl}}|Sucker Punch|Dark|Physical|70|100|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed9|{{MSP/9|624|Pawniard}}{{MSP/9|625|Bisharp}}{{MSP/9||Kingambit}}{{MSP/9|859|Impidimp}}{{MSP/9|860|Morgrem}}{{MSP/9|861|Grimmsnarl}}|Torment|Dark|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/breedf/9|Sableye|Dark|Ghost|3}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #{{tcg darkness color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{tcg darkness color}}"
|-
! Move
! Card
|-
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{m|Slash}}
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | [[Sableye (EX Deoxys 23)]]
|}

====[[Anime move errors|Anime-only moves]]====
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background: #{{dark color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{ghost color}}"
|-
! Move
! Type
! Episode
|-
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{m|Lick}}
| style="background:#fff" | {{typecolor|Ghost}}
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | ''[[AG029|Ready, Willing, and Sableye]]''
|}

===Side game data===
{{Spindata/Head|type=Dark|type2=Ghost}}
{{Spindata/PinballRS|col=3|type=Dark|ndex=302|acquisition=Catch}}
{{Spindata/Trozei|col=3|type=Dark|ndex=302|rarity=Common}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDRB|col=6|type=Dark|ndex=302
|body=1
|rate=8.2
|area=Darkness Ridge
|P1=You'll appreciate my luminous eyes in darkness.
|P2=Hey, you do see my HP's gone down by half?
|P3=I'm next to done... The light in my eyes grows dim...
|PL=There! I've leveled up! See how my eyes blaze with color?
}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDTDS|col=6|type=Dark|ndex=302
|body=1
|rate=8.2
|IQ=C
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Ranger SoA|col=6|type=Dark
|group=Dark
|assist=Dark
|field=Cut
|fieldpower=2
|num=193
|browser=It launches {{m|Shadow Ball|eerie orbs}} and dark pulses to attack.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Ranger GS|col=6|type=Dark
|group=Dark
|assist=Dark
|field=Cut
|fieldpower=1
|num=177
|pastnum=218
|browser=It releases dark pulses around itself that make Pokémon Tired.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/RumbleBlast|col=6|type=Dark
|att=2
|def=3
|speed=3
}}
|-
{{Spindata/RumbleRush|col=6|type=Dark|ndex=302
|walk=2.18
|hp=48
|attack=73
|defense=53
|speed=60
}}
|-
{{Spindata/PokéPark|col=6|type=Dark|ndex=302
|Pad=Sableye loves to spend time reading books in the Haunted House. Quizzes make him dance with joy. And so does playing {{DL|Attractions|Bastiodon's Block Barrage}}.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/PokéPark2|col=6|type=Dark|ndex=302
|pad=He came to the warehouse to look for gems and settled down there. He secretly ate a lot of gems while in [[Wish Park]].
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Battle Trozei|col=6|type=Dark|ndex=302
|power=2
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Shuffle|col=3|type=Dark|ndex=302|num=074
|mega=1
|stone=Sablenite
|min=50
|max=130
|raisemaxlevel=20
|skill=Risk-Taker
|skilldesc=Increases damage randomly.
|swapper=Swap+
|megaspeedup=10
|effectdesc=Erases all Pokémon in an O-shaped pattern.
}}
{{Spindata/Shuffle|col=3|type=Dark|ndex=302Spooky|stype=Ghost|num=074
|mega=1
|stone=Sablenite
|min=50
|max=115
|raisemaxlevel=10
|skill=Prank
|skilldesc=Sometimes changes when a foe will next disrupt your play.
|swapper=Swap++
|megaspeedup=7
|effectdesc=Replaces Pokémon (max 3) of the same type as Mega Sableye.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/GO|col=6|type=Dark|ndex=302
|hatch=N/A
|buddy=5
|candy=Sableye
|evolution=N/A
|stamina=137|attack=141|defense=136
|fast={{m|Shadow Claw}}, {{m|Feint Attack}}
|special={{m|Power Gem}}, {{m|Foul Play}}, {{m|Shadow Sneak}}, {{m|Frustration}}[[File:GO Shadow icon.png|24px|link=Shadow Pokémon (GO)|As Shadow Pokémon]], {{m|Return}}[[File:GO Purified icon.png|24px|link=Shadow Pokémon (GO)|As Purified Pokémon]]
}}
|-
{{Spindata/NewSnap|col=6|type=Dark|ndex=302|pdex=193
|dex=Sableye was scratching at the ground with its sharp claws, looking for its favorite {{pkmn|food}}—gemstones. Did you notice the glint in its eyes when it saw {{p|Carbink}}?}}
|}
{{-}}
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{ghost color}}; background:#{{dark color}}; padding:2px; font-size:80%"
|-
! colspan="5" style="{{roundy|20px}} background:#{{ghost color light}};" | '''{{Colorlink|Event Pokémon (GO)|000|Costumes in Pokémon GO}}'''
|-
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{ghost color}}; background:#{{dark color light}};"| [[File:GO302Costume2020.png|100px]]
|-
| Litwick costume
|}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-1
|type1=Dark
|type2=Ghost
|pictype=art
|no1=302
|name1=Sableye
|type1-1=Dark
|type2-1=Ghost}}

===Forms===
====Mega Evolution====
{{Evobox/Formes
|sprite1=302Sableye
|name1=Sableye
|type1-1=Dark
|type2-1=Ghost
|forme1=Sableye
|loc1=Default
|item1=Sablenite
|sprite2=302Sableye-Mega
|forme2=Mega Sableye
|loc2={{color2|000|Held item|Held}} Sablenite
}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Dark|type2=Ghost}}
{{Spritebox/NA|gen=III}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=302}}
{{Spritebox/4|ndex=302}}
{{Spritebox/5|ndex=302}}
{{Spritebox/6/2FormsORAS|ndex=302|form1=M}}
{{Spritebox/7/2Forms|ndex=302|form1=M}}
{{Spritebox/8/Mega|ndex=302}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|302|Sableye}}

==Trivia==
* Sableye seems to be the counterpart of {{p|Mawile}}. Both of them are [[version-exclusive Pokémon]] to {{2v2|Ruby|Sapphire}}, {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}, {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, and {{pkmn|Sword and Shield}}. Both also have [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolved]] forms and the same [[base stats|base stat totals]], as well as [[HP]] and {{stat|Speed}}.
* Sableye shares its {{pkmn|category}} with {{p|Murkrow}}. They are both known as the Darkness Pokémon.
* Mega Sableye is the slowest {{type|Dark}} Pokémon.
* Prior to the introduction of the {{t|Fairy}} type in [[Generation VI]], Sableye (along with {{p|Spiritomb}}) had no weaknesses under normal conditions.

===Origin===
Sableye may be based on the {{wp|Kelly–Hopkinsville encounter|Hopkinsville Goblin}}, a creature from an alleged Kentucky alien encounter described as having shining eyes, small legs, clawed arms and swaying hips (a movement that Sableye imitates in the 3D Pokémon games). The Hopkinsville aliens are most famous in Japan, where they have appeared in several media.

The [[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|ruby, sapphire]], and [[Pokémon Emerald Version|emerald]] on Sableye's body may be a reference to the three games of the [[Generation III|generation]] it debuted in.

====Name origin====
Sableye may be a combination of ''sable'' (either referring to {{wp|Sable (heraldry)|the heraldic color}} or {{wp|Sable|the animal}} it is named after) and ''{{wp|eye}}''. It may also be a play on ''able-eyed''.

Yamirami may be a combination of 闇 ''yami'' (darkness) and 藪睨み ''yabunirami'' (cross-eyed sight, squint) or 睨み ''nirami'' (glare).

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=Dark|type2=Ghost
|ja=ヤミラミ ''Yamirami''|jameaning=From {{tt|闇 ''yami''|darkness}}, {{tt|藪睨み ''yabunirami''|cross-eyed sight, squint}}, and {{tt|睨み ''nirami''|glare}}
|fr=Ténéfix|frmeaning=From ''{{tt|ténèbre|darkness}}'' and ''{{tt|fixer|stare}}''
|es=Sableye|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Zobiris|demeaning=From ''{{tt|Zobel|sable (the animal)}}'' and ''{{wp|Iris (anatomy)|Iris}}''
|it=Sableye|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=깜까미 ''Kamkami''|komeaning=Corruption of {{tt|깜깜 ''kkam-kkam''|dark, pitch-black}}
|zh_cmn=勾魂眼 ''Gōuhúnyǎn''|zh_cmnmeaning=From {{tt|勾魂 ''gōuhún''|soul-stealing}} and {{tt|眼 ''yǎn''|eye}}
|zh_yue=勾魂眼 ''Ngāuwàhnngáahn''|zh_yuemeaning=From {{tt|勾魂 ''ngāuwàhn''|soul-stealing}} and {{tt|眼 ''ngáahn''|eye}}
|hi=सेबलआई ''Sableye''|himeaning=Transliteration of English name
|ru=Сэйблай ''Seyblay''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name
|th=ยามิรามิ ''Yamirami''|thmeaning=Transcription of Japanese name
}}
 

==Related articles==
* [[Mega Evolution]]

==References==
<references />

==External links==

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JN003

2023-01-08T04:00:54Z

Nutter Butter: /* Trivia */ clarifying

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'''Ivysaur's Mysterious Tower!''' (Japanese: '''フシギソウってフシギだね？''' ''{{tt|Fushigisou|Ivysaur}}, Isn't it Mysterious?'') is the third episode of ''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]'', and the 1,088th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on December 1, 2019, in Canada on May 23, 2020, in the United Kingdom on May 25, 2020 as a sneak peek, and in the United States on June 12, 2020.
{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==


Ash and Goh are embarking on their first full day as research fellows at Professor Cerise's Laboratory, and the excitement starts right away! There’s an outbreak of Ivysaur and Bulbasaur in Vermilion City, and armed with their new Rotom Phones, our heroes set out to investigate. It turns out the Pokémon are trying to reach a favorite sunbathing spot, but the land is now a construction site for a Gym. Ash and Goh follow as the Pokémon climb the Gym tower—but Team Rocket isn’t far behind! Ash, Pikachu, and the Ivysaur send the trio packing…and then our heroes watch in awe as the triumphant Ivysaur evolve into Venusaur!

==Plot==
The alarm sounds, though neither [[Goh]] or {{Ash}} are keen to get up for their first full day at the [[Cerise Laboratory]]. [[Mimey]] enters the room and wakes the boys up with his mime vacuum, before showing them to their breakfast, where they are greeted by [[Professor Cerise]], his daughter [[Chloe]], and {{TP|Professor Cerise|Yamper}}. Chloe prepares Yamper's meal before leaving for school.

Later, Ash and Goh join Professor Cerise in his laboratory. [[Ren]] apologizes for being late, blaming the delay on his bus. Cerise's other assistant [[Chrysa]] reveals that a [[mass outbreak]] of {{p|Ivysaur}} is responsible for the chaos across [[Vermilion City]]. Professor Cerise hands Ash a smartphone and orders Goh to take his out before calling out a pair of {{p|Rotom}}. The Rotom enter Ash and Goh's smartphones, transforming the devices into [[Rotom Phone]]s. Meanwhile, at the {{an|Team Rocket HQ}}, {{an|Giovanni}} orders [[Jessie]], [[James]], {{MTR}}, and {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} to steal strong and rare Pokémon for the organization, and make [[Team Rocket]] known and feared across the world. He then promises to deliver them a new secret weapon meant to help them achieve these objectives.

Ash and Goh, meanwhile, spot [[Officer Jenny]] as she directs traffic around the traveling Ivysaur hordes. Goh takes the opportunity to scan the Ivysaur with his phone's [[Pokédex]] function, but he is left wondering why the Ivysaur are in the city. Officer Jenny admits that she cannot explain the Ivysaur, but reveals another problem – the [[Team Rocket trio]]. Goh reveals that he has heard of the Pokémon stealing organization, but questions the validity of the reported {{pkmn2|talking}} Meowth. Ash replies that most people would assume so, but he knows otherwise. Officer Jenny orders the boys to be on alert as the trio have been reportedly sighted in the Vermilion vicinity.

Nearby, the crashing sound of an Ivysaur attacking a wall attracts Goh and Ash’s attention. Ash steps forward to help it, but Goh grabs his wrist to stop him from intervening. Ash, however, rubbishes Goh’s sentiments and prepares to hoist the Ivysaur over the wall. Ivysaur instantly responds by tackling Ash to the ground, which Goh notes only proves his point. Ash disagrees, causing Goh to reconsider his friendship with Ash. Goh instead decides to investigate for himself, much to Ash's chagrin. The boys watch as Ivysaur changes its approach, using {{m|Vine Whip}} to hoist itself over the wall. Ash and Goh both leap into action, attempting to scale the brick wall to pursue Ivysaur. While Ash climbs up easily, Goh struggles to grip on. Atop the wall Ash spots a mysterious building, which his Rotom Phone reveals is a [[Gym]] currently under construction. Meanwhile, the Ivysaur continues on its way and Goh finally makes his way over the obstacle. A {{m|Sweet Scent}} fills the air, and Goh admits that it is a sign that Ivysaur will soon [[Evolution|evolve]].

Continuing to investigate, Ash and Goh spot other Ivysaur and some {{p|Bulbasaur}} all walking in the same direction; towards the Gym. Goh soon consults his Rotom Phone for information on the under-construction Gym, which reveals that the area was once a grassland where the wild Bulbasaur and Ivysaur would bask in the sun. As they arrive at the construction site, the Pokémon are clearly disappointed. However, the beaming sun overhead spurs the Grass Pokémon into action, and they scale the scaffolding with their Vine Whips. Goh tries to explain their actions, but decides to abandon his thoughts and follow Ash up to the building's top. Goh initially struggles to climb, but with the help of Ash, the pair soon reach the top. The Ivysaur's flower opens as it absorbs the sunlight and a Sweet Scent fills the air once again. To truly understand the phenomena, he suggests they become Ivysaur. Goh is stunned by the suggestion, but follows Ash’s example, which helps him to realize the pleasantness of sun baking and the passing breeze. The Ivysaur and Bulbasaur begin to glow, when a net captures and interrupts the mass-evolution phenomena.

Hoisting their catch up to their balloon, the Team Rocket trio proclaim their arrival with a {{motto}} recital. Goh is shocked to finally come face-to-face with the evil trio and begins taking snapshots to record the talking Meowth. Ash orders the Pokémon be returned, but Team Rocket are keen to make a clean getaway. Seeing this, Ash has {{AP|Pikachu}} use {{m|Iron Tail}} to free the stolen Pokémon from the net. Determined to settle an old score, Jessie orders Meowth to land the balloon. As the Rocket trio prepare to take on Ash, a {{OBP|Pelipper|Team Rocket}} drops [[Rocket Prize Master|a coin-slot vending machine]] in front of them, which they realize must be the secret weapon Giovanni had promised to them. Jessie and James shove Meowth headfirst into the coin slot, using his golden charm to activate the machine. With a turn of the crank, Jessie and James receive a pair of Rocket-branded [[Poké Ball]]s. Jessie and James are impressed by the Boss’s choices as they call out a {{p|Gyarados}} and a {{p|Tyranitar}}, respectively, onto the field. Pikachu dodges Gyarados's {{m|Ice Fang}} and Tyranitar's {{m|Fire Fang}}. He replies with an {{m|Electroweb}}, but the attack fails to hold back an oncoming {{m|Hydro Pump}} and {{m|Dark Pulse}} combo. Pikachu sprints into action with {{m|Quick Attack}}, striking both of his opponents in the forehead. Gyarados lashes Pikachu with an {{m|Aqua Tail}} and Tyranitar's {{m|Stone Edge}} hits its mark.

Ash rushes to Pikachu's side while Goh stands there, unable to attack as he doesn't have any Pokémon. Jessie and James prepare to deal the final blow, but the Ivysaur step up and launch a combined {{m|Solar Beam}} onslaught. Ash thanks the Ivysaur for helping. As Tyranitar and Gyarados charge up a their {{m|Hyper Beam}} attacks, Ash and Pikachu step in front of the Ivysaur to protect them from the anticipated powerful attacks. Ash orders a {{m|Thunderbolt}}, which combats the oncoming Hyper Beams and sends Team Rocket blasting off. Experiencing Pikachu's power once again, the trio agrees to resume their original plan to steal Ash's Pikachu.

Goh and Ash return their attentions back to the Ivysaur as they evolve into {{p|Venusaur}}. The newly-evolved Venusaur promptly unleash pollen into the air, causing the buds across Vermilion City to bloom into flowers. The young Bulbasaur follow suit, all evolving into Ivysaur. Goh realizes that the former grassland’s notable wind is the reason why the Bulbasaur evolutionary line frequent the spot. The impressive phenomena leads Ash and Goh to conclude that Pokémon are awesome. Goh also admits that Ash and Pikachu are cool, but Ash doesn’t hear the compliment. The research fellows return to the Cerise Laboratory, where the Professor is impressed by the findings on Venusaur's pollen. Ash and Goh conclude the day was great, with Ash simply glad to have made friends with the Venusaur. On hearing about "friends", Goh asks Ash if he will be his friend. Ash admits that they are already friends. Yamper's bark interrupts, announcing Chloe’s return from school. The boys chuckle among themselves as Chloe explains that she is late because she had to clean up after all of the school's flowers bloomed at once. Cerise declares the "Ivysaur march" phenomena is no longer a mystery, while Ash and Goh look forward to their next adventure.

==Major events==

* [[Ren]] and [[Chrysa]] are formally introduced.
* {{Ash}} receives a smartphone from [[Professor Cerise]].
* Professor Cerise's two {{p|Rotom}} enter Ash and [[Goh]]'s smartphones, turning them into [[Rotom Phone]]s.
* Goh meets {{TRT}} for the first time.
* [[Jessie]] and [[James]] are provided with the [[Rocket Prize Master]], a vending machine for [[Team Rocket]]-trained [[rental Pokémon]].
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===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Rotom}} ([[Rotom Phone]])
* [[Pelipper (Team Rocket)]]

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Dare da JN003.png|thumb|200px|{{tt|Dare da?|Who's That Pokémon?}}]]
* {{Ash}}
* [[Goh]]
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Giovanni}}
* [[Chloe]]
* [[Officer Jenny]]
* [[Professor Cerise]]
* [[Chrysa]]
* [[Ren]]
* {{tc|Worker}} (image)

===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP JN003.png|thumb|200px|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Ivysaur}}
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Yamper}} ({{OP|Professor Cerise|Yamper}})
* {{p|Rotom}} ([[Professor Cerise]]'s; [[Rotom Phone]]; ×2; debut)
* {{p|Mr. Mime}} ({{Delia}}'s; [[Mimey]])
* {{p|Growlithe}} ({{OP|Officer Jenny|Growlithe}})
* {{p|Pelipper}} ({{OBP|Pelipper|Team Rocket|Team Rocket}})
* {{p|Gyarados}} ({{DL|Rocket Prize Master|Gyarados|Team Rocket's}})
* {{p|Tyranitar}} ({{DL|Rocket Prize Master|Tyranitar|Team Rocket's}})
* {{p|Machop}} ({{tc|Worker}}'s; multiple; image)
* {{p|Squirtle}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Caterpie}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Vulpix}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Oddish}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Poliwag}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Bulbasaur}} (multiple; evolve)
* {{p|Ivysaur}} (multiple; some evolve; some newly evolved)
* {{p|Venusaur}} (multiple; newly evolved)
* {{p|Caterpie}}
* {{p|Butterfree}} (×4)

==Trivia==
[[File:JN003 illustration.png|175px|thumb|An illustration of {{ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}} with a group of {{p|Ivysaur}}, {{p|Bulbasaur}}, and {{p|Venusaur}} by [[Hitoshi Ariga]]]]
* [[Get Inspired! Let's Solve a Poké Riddle!!]]: {{p|Venusaur}}
* An [[a:File:JN003 illustration.png|illustration]] of this episode was drawn by [[Hitoshi Ariga]].
* A segment called [[Get Inspired! Let's Solve a Poké Riddle!!]] replaces the [[Poké Problem]] segment in this episode.
* With this episode being [[James]]'s first appearance since releasing his [[James's Mareanie|Mareanie]], it begins the longest streak of episodes in which a main character has gone without having a Pokémon on hand, lasting for [[JN070|67 episodes]] until his capture of [[James's Morpeko|Morpeko]]. This surpasses the previous occurrence of [[James]] not having any Pokémon on hand from ''[[BW002|Enter Iris and Axew!]]'' to ''[[BW023|Battling For The Love of Bug-Types!]]''
* The [[Gym]] under construction highly resembles the {{OBP|Gym|GO}}s found in [[Pokémon GO]].
** The construction site is likely also a reference to the construction site seen in [[Vermilion City]] in the {{pkmn|games}}.
* This episode's English [[dub]] title is likely a reference to ''[[EP051|Bulbasaur's Mysterious Garden]]'', which also featured an [[Evolution]] ritual involving a group of {{p|Bulbasaur}} line members.
* [[Tara Jayne]] returns to voicing characters in the English dub.
* This is one of the few instances of {{TRT}} referring to {{an|Giovanni}} by name instead of as "Boss".
* [[Goh]], {{Ash}}, Goh's [[Rotom Phone]], and {{AP|Pikachu}} narrate the preview for the [[JN004|next episode]].
* Despite the mechanic having existed since [[Generation II]], just over 20 years prior, this is the first time that [[mass outbreak]]s have been featured in the anime.

===Errors===
* When Ash and Goh are looking away from each other, the [[Poké Ball]] design on Goh's outfit partially disappears.
* The [[Rocket Prize Master]] disappears for the rest of the scene after [[Jessie]] and [[James]] send out {{p|Gyarados}} and {{p|Tyranitar}}, respectively.
* In one scene near the end, Ash and Goh have their [[Bag|backpacks]] on, even though they aren't supposed to have them on at this point.
* In the {{pmin|Poland|Polish}} dub, when Ash and Goh see {{p|Rotom}}, only Ash can be heard.

===Dub edits===
* In the English dub, Professor Cerise contrasts the mysteries surrounding Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, and Venusaur with their status as [[Starter Pokémon|first partners]] to Kanto trainers. In the Japanese version, Professor Cerise says Bulbasaur, Ivysaur, and Venusaur's mysteries are true to their names (since in Japanese, they all contain the word "fushigi", or "mysterious").
* In the English dub, Jessie says the Rocket Prize Master looks like a gumball machine. In the Japanese version, she instead compares it to a {{wp|Gashapon|gacha}}, a type of capsule-toy vending machine.
* The Japanese texts depicting Gyarados and Tyranitar's [[Pokémon category|categories]] and names are edited out.

==In other languages==
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Talk:JN003

2023-01-05T14:52:29Z

Nutter Butter: /* Longest gap without a Pokemon? */ new section

== Longest gap without a Pokemon? ==

The trivia states that this episode marks the longest gap of a main character not having a Pokemon on hand, but it doesn't specify which main character? I'm sort of at a loss as to who it may be, since Ash still has Pikachu, Goh has only existed for 3 episodes, Jessie still has Wobbuffet, and James only released his Mareanie 3 episodes ago -- unless it means this is the first episode of James's streak that would eventually go on to be more than 67 episodes long? Which also doesn't really make sense, since that streak would have started when he released Mareanie, again, 3 episodes ago. Regardless, the trivia point needs rephrased by someone who actually knows what it's talking about. [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 14:52, 5 January 2023 (UTC)

Bulbapedia talk:Manual of style/Anime

2020-07-06T00:58:40Z

Nutter Butter: /* Sun/Moon Protags? */ new section

* [[Bulbapedia talk:Manual of style/Anime/Archive 1|Archive 1]]

==Synopsis==
Firstly, this page looks very nice Adyniz, but I would like to suggest an additional section to it. Could you make a section detailing how to make a proper episode synopsis including the correct link templates to use and ect. I feel this can be useful from all of the linking errors I've been fixing. It also may encourage new people to write summaries since they would have a stronger basis for writing them. Thanks in advance. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 02:52, 22 February 2012 (UTC)
:Sure, sounds like a good idea. I'll try to consult the other staff members as well. Also, if you have something in mind i.e a rough draft of that section or anything like that, feel free to mail it to me if you like. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 14:32, 22 February 2012 (UTC)
::I'll see if I can think of a rough draft, but I think you guyss would be better at writing up a formal section with details and whatnot. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 16:39, 22 February 2012 (UTC)
:::Oh, it's okay. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 19:05, 22 February 2012 (UTC)
::::If you would like a visual of how I kind of pictured the section, I made a rough draft on my sandbox page. You you could check it out that would be good. [[User:Pokemaster97|--Pokemaster]][[User talk:Pokemaster97|97]] 03:42, 25 February 2012 (UTC)
:::::Looking good, I have added it to MOS. ♫♪ [[User:Adyniz|'''エイデ''']][[User talk:Adyniz|'''ィニズ''']] ♪♫ 08:29, 27 February 2012 (UTC)

==Dub==
When an episode is aired dubbed, is there a specific process on how to update the character's and the location's arcticles? Today's Pinot Noir/Richard/Ricard/Ricard Noveau is an example of that. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 04:01, 23 September 2012 (UTC)
:We usually go off of closed captions. If they're not revealed, we ask Tom Wayland. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 04:06, 23 September 2012 (UTC)

==XY Update==
This really needs to be updated for the X&Y series. Serena and Clemont need to added, as does Dedenne. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 18:51, 3 April 2014 (UTC)
:Added the XY numbering and updated the Anime reference list, that's all that needed to be updated, I think. ☼ Blazing[[User talk:Blazingfist|Fist ☼]] 19:24, 3 April 2014 (UTC)

==Evolved Pokémon in the anime==
"Pokémon that are later revealed to have evolved should be linked to as the evolutionary level they appeared at in the episode". That's stupid. We're told all the time not to leave redirects and it's simple coding to have both the correct name and link ({{AP|Phanpy|Donphan}}. See? That easy.), but this specific section of a specific type of article is exempt for seemingly no reason at all? Asinine. Either make sense of this discrepancy, remove this rule, or drop the redirect rule altogether. --[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] 17:27, 24 April 2014 (UTC)
:It should be obvious that the rule makes it an exception to the redirect rule.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 00:49, 25 April 2014 (UTC)
::I know that. So then, anywhere in the wiki, we can link to [[May's Squirtle]], {{AP|Sewaddle}}, and {{TP|Koga|Venonat}} as such? --[[User:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|The]]Very[[User talk:IWannaBeTheVeryBest|Best]] 03:19, 25 April 2014 (UTC)
:::The keyword in the rule is '''episode'''.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:39, 25 April 2014 (UTC)

== Question ==

Shouldn't one of the sentences in "Plot summary" be "All plot summaries should be written in a third person, '''present tense,''' neutral point of view."? [[User:?8|???]][[User talk:?8|???]] 17:32, 25 February 2015 (UTC)

== Sun/Moon Protags? ==

Why aren't Lillie, Mallow, Lana, Kiawe, and Sophocles listed when discussing which Pokemon get pages? [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 00:58, 6 July 2020 (UTC)

EP042

2020-02-29T05:00:44Z

Nutter Butter: /* Trivia */ notability aside, it is definitely not ironic. A better word might be "interestingly" or "notably", but that's editorializing which is usually frowned upon. Better to just note it without trying to build it up with unnecessary words.

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title_en=Showdown at Dark City |
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title_ja_trans=Showdown! Pokémon Gym! |
screen=hd |
broadcast_jp=April 30, 1998 |
broadcast_us=October 29, 1998 |
en_series=Indigo League |
en_op=[[Pokémon Theme]] |
ja_op=[[Aim to Be a Pokémon Master|めざせポケモンマスター]] |
ja_ed=[[Fantasy in My Pocket|ポケットにファンタジー]] |
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scenario=武上純希 |
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director=大町繁 |
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'''Showdown at Dark City''' (Japanese: '''たいけつ！ポケモンジム！''' ''Showdown! Pokémon Gym!'') is the 42nd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on April 30, 1998, and in the United States on October 29, 1998. It was initially intended to air in Japan on January 27, 1998, but was rescheduled following the [[EP038]] incident.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

In the middle of a terrible desert, our heroes inadvertently wandered into Dark City. With no name but Dark, the city has fallen into ruin. The streets, even at midday, are vacant of people. But suddenly, a rare figure appears and begins to throw stones at Ash and friends. They had heard at a restaurant in town, that this town contains two authorized Pokémon gyms, but that their Masters try to battle traveling Pokémon trainers anywhere within the town. This is said to be the cause of the town's desolation. Will our heroes also be caught up in the whirlwind of these battles?

==Plot==
{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} arrive in [[Dark City]], which appears to be a ghost town, much to {{an|Brock}}'s dismay. They are even more curious to see a parent herding their child off for fear of [[Pokémon Trainer]]s in the area. As Ash, {{an|Misty}}, and Brock ponder why that is, {{AP|Pikachu}} is hit by a rock thrown from the roof of a nearby building. When Ash tells Pikachu to retaliate using a {{m|Thunderbolt}}, they hit three kids on the rooftop. When they go apologize to them, however, they get a cold shoulder treatment, as the kids want the group out of the town. The kids, however, are stopped by a local restaurant owner, who invites them to his restaurant.

At the restaurant, while eating lunch, Pikachu takes a particular liking to eating ketchup from the bottle. The restaurant owner explains to Ash and his friends, as well as a mysterious patron who had happened to overhear, that Dark City has two rival [[Gym|Pokémon Gyms]], the Yas Gym and the Kaz Gym. Both Gyms seek official status, but to do so they would need the approval of the [[Pokémon Inspection Agency|Pokémon League inspector]], who is scheduled to arrive at any moment. As there could be only one official Gym per city, each Gym seeks to eliminate the other before the inspector arrives. The restaurant owner further explains that Pokémon Trainers who have neared Dark City are recruited for the cause of either Gym. At that moment, fighting between the two Gyms breaks out. As Ash, Misty, and Brock watch from the safety of the restaurant, the three note that the fighting is not as much of a [[Pokémon battle]] as it was a gang war. The Yas Gym's {{p|Scyther}} and the Kaz Gym's {{p|Electabuzz}} in particular are dispatching the men of the opposing Gym with ease.

At that point, the safety of the restaurant is shattered when {{TRT}}, hired by the Kaz Gym as elite bodyguards, invades the restaurant in disguise and demand food. They send out {{TP|Jessie|Arbok}} and {{TP|James|Weezing}} to deal with the restaurant owner when he refuses because of the Kaz Gym having run up a large tab. Ash sends Pikachu and Misty her {{TP|Misty|Starmie}} to intercept Team Rocket, but they are beaten by Brock, whose {{TP|Brock|Vulpix}} quickly forces Team Rocket out of the restaurant with a {{m|Flamethrower}}. Vulpix has now garnered the attention of a female Yas Gym recruiter, who tries to recruit Ash and his friends for their cause. At the advice of Misty, who claims that taking sides would ruin their reputations as Trainers, Ash, looking at Pikachu's ketchup bottle, introduces himself as Tom Ato, Misty as Ann Chovy, and Brock as Caesar Salad. They are then taken to the Yas Gym.

The Yas Leader is introduced to the trio, and proceeds to judge how powerful he is by suddenly releasing his Scyther to attack Pikachu. The Scyther's {{m|Cut}} attack, however, is blocked by Pikachu's ketchup bottle. This resulted in Scyther getting squirted in the eyes with ketchup, blinding it and making it attack its own Trainer. Surprised, the Yas Leader recalls Scyther and asks Ash to join him. When asked why the Yas Gym wanted to be an official Gym, the Yas Leader responds that it is simply a means to earn money quickly, as with official Gym status comes prestige and funding. Because Ash does not see this as a worthy cause, he declines. However, the Yas Leader, mad at Ash for refusing, orders his underlings to physically beat him up with a {{p|Hitmonchan}}, {{p|Hitmonlee}}, {{p|Machoke}}, and {{p|Mankey}}. Ash, aided by Misty and Brock, flee to the restaurant. There, Misty is curious as to why he was able to escape the Yas Gym so quickly and uncovers the answer from Ash's [[Pokédex]]: Scyther and Electabuzz are color-sensitive, and the color red in particular will send the two into an outrage. Knowing this, Ash and his friends devise a plan to stop the fighting once and for all by defeating both the Yas and Kaz forces in one fell swoop.

Once again, fighting breaks out on the streets of Dark City between the Yas and Kaz forces. Scyther, using a {{m|Swords Dance}} boosted {{m|Cut}}, manages to destroy Kaz's forces and city buildings with ease. While Electabuzz and {{m|Thunder Punch}} manages to do the same against the Yas forces. When Ash sees an opening, he tells Misty, Brock, the restaurant owner, and the kids to dump tomato ketchup that were stored in barrels on the roofs of various buildings, on all the Trainers, soaking them. This makes Scyther and Electabuzz go into a rage, and they begin to attack their own Trainers. Yas and Kaz, the two leaders, are at Ash's mercy, and Ash decides to end this by having {{AP|Bulbasaur}} {{m|Vine Whip}} two barrels of tomato sauce on Scyther and Electabuzz, soaking both. When the two turn to attack each other due to the rage, they run into each other, knocking the two out.

When Ash asks whether the two Leaders have learned their lesson and resolved their differences, the two leaders finally agree to team up and deal with Ash. In response, Ash orders Pikachu to unleash {{m|Thunder}}, shocking both sides. Before any more damage can be done, however, the mysterious patron appears. The patron reveals herself to be [[Nurse Joy]], the Pokémon League inspector, and tells everyone that neither Yas nor Kaz deserved to be an official Gym because street fighting would not be tolerated. However, Nurse Joy allows the two Leaders a second chance, and tells the two that Ash would make a fine tutor with regards to how to be a proper Pokémon Trainer and how to start over as one united Gym, but even "Tom Ato" is at a loss of words with regards to how to be one. However, Ash does manage to tell the two Leaders to repair all the damage to the city that they had caused, and they quickly get started on the restoration.

As Ash, Misty, Brock, and Pikachu leave Dark City, they are met again by the kids from in town. They had quickly become fans of Pikachu and decide to become Pokémon Trainers themselves. Meanwhile, Team Rocket, having been covered in red ketchup just as a building falls on them during the battle, are run out of town by Scyther and Electabuzz in their red-induced rage.

==Major events==

{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Kingler}}
* {{p|Scyther}}
* {{p|Electabuzz}}

=====English dub debuts=====
* {{p|Rhydon}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Dare da EP042.png|thumb|200px|{{tt|Dare da?|Who's That Pokémon?}}]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Misty}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Pokémon Inspection Agency]] [[Nurse Joy]]
* [[Yas]]
* [[Kaz]]
* Gym Trainers
* Restaurant owner
* Three boys

===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP EP042.png|200px|thumb|right|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Scyther}}

* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Bulbasaur}} ({{OP|Ash|Bulbasaur}})
* {{p|Vulpix}} ({{OP|Brock|Vulpix}})
* {{p|Arbok}} ({{OP|Jessie|Arbok}})
* {{p|Weezing}} ({{OP|James|Weezing}})
* {{p|Chansey}} ({{OP|Nurse Joy|Chansey}})
* {{p|Scyther}} ([[Yas]]'s; debut)
* {{p|Electabuzz}} ([[Kaz]]'s; debut)
* {{p|Raticate}} (Kaz Gym's)
* {{p|Mankey}} (Yas Gym's)
* {{p|Machoke}} (Yas Gym's)
* {{p|Golem}} (Kaz Gym's)
* {{p|Kingler}} (Kaz Gym's; debut)
* {{p|Hitmonlee}} (Yas Gym's)
* {{p|Hitmonchan}} (Yas Gym's)
* {{p|Rhydon}} (Kaz Gym's; debut)

==Trivia==
[[File:Pikachu Ketchup.png|thumb|200px|{{AP|Pikachu}} crying over a broken ketchup bottle]]
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} decide to use fake names for sake of safety. Since they are in a restaurant, they use food as inspiration for their false names: Ash uses the name Tom Ato, derived from {{wp|tomato}}; {{an|Misty}} uses the name Ann Chovy, derived from {{wp|anchovy}}; and {{an|Brock}} uses the name {{wp|Caesar salad|Caesar Salad}}. In the Japanese version, they use names derived from ketchup, chicken rice, and curry rice, respectively.
* {{AP|Pikachu}} reveals his fondness for ketchup. The next time he does so is in ''[[AG002|A Ruin with a View]]'', 234 episodes later.
* This episode reveals {{p|Electabuzz}} and {{p|Scyther}}'s apparent dislike towards the color red.
** Both are [[Game-exclusive Pokémon|exclusive]] to {{game|Red and Blue|s|Pokémon Red}}.
* The story of this episode is based on the famous 1961 Japanese samurai film ''{{wp|Yojimbo (film)|Yojimbo}}''. In it, a lone samurai warrior (played by {{wp|Toshiro Mifune}}) puts an end to rival gang fighting in a small, desolate town.
* This is the first episode in which an [[HM]] move is used, as [[Yas]]'s Scyther uses {{m|Cut}}.
* {{TRT}} isn't seen in their regular uniforms throughout this episode.
* This episode may serve as a reference to [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, as the Yas and Kaz Gyms share its more violent battle style. Both sides' Pokémon are shown to attack other Trainers directly, and the two "Gym Leaders" show no apparent qualms in killing each other's Pokémon or severely injuring each other.

===Errors===
* During one of the ketchup scenes, Pikachu's red cheeks are missing.
* Shortly after [[Nurse Joy]] reveals herself as the Pokémon League Inspector, the two [[Gym Leader]]s are no longer drenched in ketchup.
* In one scene, the "z's" on Ash's cheeks are missing.

===Dub edits===
* [[PokéRap]]: Day 2
* During the ketchup scene, Pikachu was voiced by [[Rachael Lillis]] because the lines are muffled by the human conversation.

==In other languages==
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{{-}}
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{{Project Anime notice}}

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[[Category:Episodes storyboarded by Kazu Yokota]]
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Zarude

2020-02-27T14:51:31Z

Nutter Butter: Redirected page to Zarude (Pokémon)

#REDIRECT [[Zarude (Pokémon)]]

Pokémon HOME

2020-02-12T14:20:24Z

Nutter Butter: /* Features */ who is goal

{{Pre-release info notice}}
{{NintendoService
|name=Pokémon HOME
|logo=[[File:Pokémon HOME logo.png|150px]]
|caption=Logo of Pokémon HOME
|provider=[[Nintendo]]
|launched=February 11, 2020 (The Americas) February 12, 2020 (Japan, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, and Hong Kong)
|serviceprovided=Online Pokémon storage and trading
|accessableby={{wp|iOS}}, {{wp|Android (operating system)|Android}}, [[Nintendo Switch]]
|externallink=[https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokemonhome/ Official site] (Japanese) [https://home.pokemon.com/en-us/ Official site] (English)
}}
'''Pokémon HOME''' (Japanese: '''Pokémon HOME''') is a cloud service for {{wp|iOS}}, {{wp|Android (operating system)|Android}}, and the [[Nintendo Switch]]. It serves as a complement to the Nintendo Switch [[core series]] games, replacing [[Pokémon Bank]] and the [[Pokémon Global Link]]. It was released worldwide on February 12, 2020.<ref group="note" name="release">Due to time zones, the game was released on February 11, 2020 in North America, even though it was released at the same time as the rest of the world.</ref>

It was announced at the [[Pokémon Press Conference|Pokémon 2019 Press Conference]] on May 29, 2019.

==Features==
Pokémon Home is managed by Pokémon Researcher [[Grand Oak]], a relative to [[Professor Oak]], whose goal is to fill Home up with as many Pokémon as possible.

===Pokémon storage===
Pokémon HOME allows two-way transfer to and from the [[Pokémon Storage System]] in [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]] and [[Pokémon Sword and Shield]] using the Nintendo Switch version. Only Pokémon that can be obtained in Sword and Shield can be transferred to those games, and only Pokémon originally caught in Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! can be transferred to those games. Any Pokémon transferred to Sword and Shield cannot be transferred to Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!. It also allows one-way transfer of Pokémon from the [[Nintendo 3DS]] core series games through [[Pokémon Bank]] using either version with a Premium Plan. One-way transfers from [[Pokémon GO]] will be made available in the future.

Up to 30 Pokémon can be deposited, which increases to 6,000 Pokémon with a Premium Plan. The [[Judge]] function is available in either version with a Premium Plan.

===Trading===
Pokémon can be traded using the mobile phone version. There are four types of trades:

* '''Wonder Box''' (Japanese: '''ミラクルボックス''' ''Miracle Box''): Up to 3 Pokémon (10 Pokémon with a Premium Plan) can be deposited for trade at once. Like [[Wonder Trade]]s and [[Surprise Trade]]s, they will be traded at random for other Pokémon.
* '''[[Global Trade System|GTS]]''': One Pokémon (3 Pokémon with a Premium Plan) can be deposited for trade at once, in exchange for a requested Pokémon.
* '''Room Trade''' (Japanese: '''グループ交換''' ''Group Exchange''): Players can join a room of up to 20 people to exchange Pokémon among them. Players can also host a room with a Premium Plan.
* '''Friend Trade''' (Japanese: '''フレンド交換''' ''Friend Exchange''): Players can trade Pokémon with friends registered in Pokémon HOME.

===National Pokédex===
Pokémon HOME features a [[National Pokédex]] that records information on Pokémon that have been deposited in the Boxes in Pokémon HOME. Users can view basic information and Pokédex entries from the [[Generation VI]], {{gen|VII}}, and {{gen|VIII}} core series games of Pokémon they have registered. Pokédex entries from other languages and alternate [[form]]s of Pokémon can also be registered.

The mobile app version of Pokémon HOME also allows players to view the possible [[move]]s and {{Abilities}} a Pokémon can have.

===Mystery Gifts===
{{main|Mystery Gift}}
Gifts for Pokémon Sword and Shield as well as Pokémon HOME itself can be received using the mobile app. Pokémon received can be deposited directly into the Boxes in Pokémon HOME.

===Other===
Players can customize their profile in My Room using stickers obtained by completing Challenges.

In the mobile app, players can also view Battle Data and News, replacing the Rankings, Distribution Regulations, and Event Calendar features of the Pokémon Global Link.

Pokémon HOME Points replace [[Poké Mile]]s as a currency. 1 [[Battle Point]] is equivalent to 30 points, which can be transferred in the Nintendo Switch version.

==Premium Plan==
Except for prices for the Nintendo eShop in the United States, all prices below include tax.

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! style="background:#{{silver color light}}" | Version
! style="background:#{{silver color light}}" | {{pmin|the United States|USA}}
! style="background:#{{silver color light}}" | {{pmin|Canada}}
! style="background:#{{silver color light}}" | {{wp|Eurozone}}
! style="background:#{{silver color light}}" | {{pmin|the United Kingdom|UK}}
! style="background:#{{silver color light}}" | {{pmin|Russia}}
! style="background:#{{silver color light}}" | {{pmin|Australia}}
! style="background:#{{silver color light}}" | {{pmin|New Zealand}}
! style="background:#{{silver color light}}" | Japan
! style="background:#{{silver color light}}" | {{pmin|South Korea}}
! style="background:#{{silver color light}}" | {{pmin|Greater China|Hong Kong}}
! style="background:#{{silver color light}}" | {{pmin|Greater China|Taiwan}}
|-
| rowspan="2" | 1 month (30 days)
| Nintendo Switch
| rowspan="2" | $2.99
| rowspan="2" | $3.99
| €2.99
| £2.69
| ₽225
| rowspan="2" | $4.49
| rowspan="2" | $4.99
| rowspan="2" | ¥370
| rowspan="2" | ₩3,900
| rowspan="2" | $23
| rowspan="2" | $100
|-
| iOS/Android
| €3.49
| £2.99
| ₽229
|-
| rowspan="2" | 3 months (90 days)
| Nintendo Switch
| rowspan="2" | $4.99
| rowspan="2" | $6.99
| €4.99
| £4.49
| ₽375
| rowspan="2" | $7.99
| rowspan="2" | $8.99
| rowspan="2" | ¥610
| rowspan="2" | ₩5,900
| rowspan="2" | $38
| rowspan="2" | $170
|-
| iOS/Android
| €5.49
| £4.99
| ₽379
|-
| rowspan="2" | 12 months (365 days)
| Nintendo Switch
| rowspan="2" | $15.99
| rowspan="2" | $21.99
| €15.99
| £14.39
| ₽1199
| rowspan="2" | $24.99
| rowspan="2" | $27.99
| rowspan="2" | ¥1,960
| rowspan="2" | ₩20,000
| rowspan="2" | $123
| rowspan="2" | $530
|-
| iOS/Android
| €17.99
| £15.99
| ₽1190
|}

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn=Pokémon HOME
|fr=Pokémon HOME
|de=Pokémon HOME
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|ko=Pokémon HOME
|es=Pokémon HOME
|ru=Pokémon HOME
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==External Links==
'''Offical Websites'''
* [https://home.pokemon.com/en-us/ Official site]
** [https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokemonhome/ Official site] (Japanese)

'''App Stores'''
* [https://apps.apple.com/app/id1485352913 Apple App Store]
* [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.pokemon.pokemonhome Google Play]

==Notes==
{{reflist|group=note}}


{{Inter-gen transfer}}
{{Side series}} 
{{Project Games notice|game mechanic}}

[[Category:Nintendo Switch games]]
[[Category:Pokémon GO]]
[[Category:Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]]
[[Category:Pokémon Sword and Shield]]
[[Category:Mobile games]]
[[Category:Service]]

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[[fr:Pokémon HOME]]
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Grimmsnarl (Pokémon)

2020-01-12T19:33:12Z

Nutter Butter: /* Trivia */

{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Dark|type2=Fairy}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Dark|prevnum=860|prev=Morgrem|nextnum=862|next=Obstagoon}}
|}
{{Pokémon Infobox
|name=Grimmsnarl
|jname=オーロンゲ
|tmname=Ōronge
|forme=2
|form1=Grimmsnarl
|form2=Gigantamax Grimmsnarl
|image2=861Grimmsnarl-Gigantamax.png
|ndex=861
|type1=Dark
|type2=Fairy
|category=Bulk Up
|height-ftin=4'11"
|height-m=1.5
|height-ftin2=105'00"+
|height-m2=32.0+
|weight-lbs=134.5
|weight-kg=61.0
|weight-lbs2=???
|weight-kg2=???
|abilityn=d
|ability1=Prankster
|ability2=Frisk
|abilityd=Pickpocket
|egggroupn=2
|egggroup1=Fairy
|egggroup2=Human-Like
|eggcycles=20
|evtotal=3
|evat=3
|expyield=255
|lv100exp=1,000,000
|gendercode=0
|color=Purple
|catchrate=45
|body=Unknown
|pokefordex=grimmsnarl
|generation=8
|friendship=50
}}
'''Grimmsnarl''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''オーロンゲ''' ''Ōronge'') is a dual-type {{2t|Dark|Fairy}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation VIII]].

It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Morgrem}} starting at [[level]] 42. It is the final form of {{p|Impidimp}}. It also has a [[Gigantamax]] form.

==Biology==
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Grimmsnarl and its pre-evolved form {{p|Morgrem}} are the [[Signature move|only known Pokémon]] capable of using the move {{m|False Surrender}}. In addition, Grimmsnarl is the only Pokémon capable of using the move {{m|Spirit Break}}, and the exclusive [[G-Max Move]] {{m|G-Max Snooze}}. It has hair wrapped around its body helping to enhance its muscles, allowing it to even overwhelm {{p|Machamp}}. Furthermore, Grimmsnarl can unfurl these hairs to latch onto opponents, ensnaring them.

==In the anime==
===Major appearances===
===Minor appearances===

==In the manga==
==In the TCG==


==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
====Grimmsnarl====
{{Dex/Header|type=Dark|type2=Fairy}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=VIII}}
{{Dex/Gen/1|gen=VIII|reg1=Galar|num1=240}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sword|entry=With the hair wrapped around its body helping to enhance its muscles, this Pokémon can overwhelm even {{p|Machamp}}.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Shield|entry=Its hairs work like muscle fibers. When its hairs unfurl, they latch on to opponents, ensnaring them as tentacles would.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

====Gigantamax Grimmsnarl====
{{Dex/Header|type=Dark|type2=Fairy}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=VIII}}
{{Dex/Gen/1|gen=VIII|reg1=Galar|num1=240}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sword|entry=By transforming its leg hair, this Pokémon delivers power-packed drill kicks that can bore huge holes in Galar's terrain.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Shield|entry=Gigantamax energy has caused more hair to sprout all over its body. With the added strength, it can jump over the world's tallest building.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability/Header|type=Dark|type2=Fairy}}
{{Availability/NA|gen=VIII}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VIII}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Sword|v2=Shield|area=[[Dusty Bowl]], [[Lake of Outrage]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}



===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{Stats
|type=Dark
|type2=Fairy
|HP=95
|Attack=120
|Defense=65
|SpAtk=95
|SpDef=75
|Speed=60
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Dark
|type2=Fairy
|Normal=100
|Fighting=100
|Flying=100
|Poison=200
|Ground=100
|Rock=100
|Bug=100
|Ghost=50
|Steel=200
|Fire=100
|Water=100
|Grass=100
|Electric=100
|Psychic=0
|Ice=100
|Dragon=0
|Dark=25
|Fairy=200
|notes=yes
|dark=yes
|newpsychic=1
|fairy=yes
|newdragon=1
}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/8|Grimmsnarl|Dark|Fairy|8}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Spirit Break|Fairy|Physical|75|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|False Surrender|Dark|Physical|80|—|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Bulk Up|Fighting|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Power-Up Punch|Fighting|Physical|40|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Fake Out|Normal|Physical|40|100|10}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Bite|Dark|Physical|60|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Flatter|Dark|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level8|{{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}|Spirit Break|Fairy|Physical|75|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|12|Fake Tears|Dark|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|16|Assurance|Dark|Physical|60|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|20|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|85|15}}
{{learnlist/level8|24|Sucker Punch|Dark|Physical|70|100|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|28|Torment|Dark|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level8|35|Dark Pulse|Dark|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|40|Nasty Plot|Dark|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|48|Play Rough|Fairy|Physical|90|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|56|Foul Play|Dark|Physical|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|64|Hammer Arm|Fighting|Physical|100|90|10}}
{{learnlist/levelf/8|Grimmsnarl|Dark|Fairy|8}}

====By [[TM]]/[[TR]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/8|Grimmsnarl|Dark|Fairy|8}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM00|Mega Punch|Normal|Physical|80|85|20}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM01|Mega Kick|Normal|Physical|120|75|5}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM03|Fire Punch|Fire|Physical|75|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM04|Ice Punch|Ice|Physical|75|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM05|Thunder Punch|Electric|Physical|75|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM08|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM09|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM14|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|90|20}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM17|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM18|Reflect|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM21|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM23|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM24|Snore|Normal|Special|50|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM25|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM26|Scary Face|Normal|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM31|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM39|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM42|Revenge|Fighting|Physical|60|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM43|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM47|Fake Tears|Dark|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM58|Assurance|Dark|Physical|60|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM60|Power Swap|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM63|Drain Punch|Fighting|Physical|75|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM71|Wonder Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM75|Low Sweep|Fighting|Physical|65|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM76|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM79|Retaliate|Normal|Physical|70|100|5}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM87|Draining Kiss|Fairy|Special|50|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM98|Stomping Tantrum|Ground|Physical|75|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR01|Body Slam|Normal|Physical|85|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR07|Low Kick|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR13|Focus Energy|Normal|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR14|Metronome|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR18|Leech Life|Bug|Physical|80|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR20|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR26|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR27|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR32|Crunch|Dark|Physical|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR35|Uproar|Normal|Special|90|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR37|Taunt|Dark|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR38|Trick|Psychic|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR39|Superpower|Fighting|Physical|120|100|5}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR48|Bulk Up|Fighting|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR58|Dark Pulse|Dark|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR64|Focus Blast|Fighting|Special|120|70|5}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR68|Nasty Plot|Dark|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR72|Power Whip|Grass|Physical|120|85|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR81|Foul Play|Dark|Physical|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR90|Play Rough|Fairy|Physical|90|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR92|Dazzling Gleam|Fairy|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR93|Darkest Lariat|Dark|Physical|85|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR95|Throat Chop|Dark|Physical|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR99|Body Press|Fighting|Physical|80|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tmf/8|Grimmsnarl|Dark|Fairy|8}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/8|Grimmsnarl|Dark|Fairy|8}}
{{learnlist/breed8null}}
{{learnlist/breedf/8|Grimmsnarl|Dark|Fairy|8}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/8|Grimmsnarl|Dark|Fairy|8}}
{{learnlist/tutor8null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/8|Grimmsnarl|Dark|Fairy|8}}

====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{learnlist/prevoh/8|Grimmsnarl|Dark|Fairy|8}}
{{learnlist/prevo8null}}
{{learnlist/prevof/8|Grimmsnarl|Dark|Fairy|8}}



===Evolution===
{{evobox-3
|type1=Dark
|type2=Fairy
|no1=859
|name1=Impidimp
|type1-1=Dark
|type2-1=Fairy
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 32}}
|no2=860
|name2=Morgrem
|type1-2=Dark
|type2-2=Fairy
|evo2={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 42}}
|no3=861
|name3=Grimmsnarl
|type1-3=Dark
|type2-3=Fairy}}

===Forms===
====Gigantamax====
{{Evobox/Formes
|sprite1=861Grimmsnarl
|name1=Grimmsnarl
|type1-1=Dark
|type2-1=Fairy
|forme1=Grimmsnarl
|sprite2=861Grimmsnarl-Gigantamax
|forme2=Gigantamax Grimmsnarl
|loc1=[[File:Dynamax icon.png|link=Gigantamax]] {{color2|000|Gigantamax|Gigantamax Factor}}
|loc2=Lasts for three turns
|item1=Dynamax Band
}}


==Trivia==
* No Pokémon have the same [[List of Pokémon with unique type combinations|type combination]] as Grimmsnarl and its {{p|Impidimp|evolutionary}} {{p|Morgrem|relatives}}.
** Grimmsnarl and its evolutionary relatives are also the only {{type|Fairy}} Pokémon to have a double resistance to {{type|Dark}} moves.
* Grimmsnarl, {{p|Hatterene}}, and their evolutionary relatives can be considered counterparts. Both are [[Generation VIII]] Pokémon evolving once at level 32 then at level 42. Grimmsnarl and its evolutionary relatives are male only, while Hatterene and its evolutionary relatives are female only. Their final evolved forms are both {{type|Fairy}} Pokémon with identical base experience and catch rates, and each Pokémon in each evolutionary line have the same base stat total as their counterpart (e.g. Grimmsnarl and Hatterene both have a base stat total of 510). Both Pokémon also have a Gigantamax form, a signature G-Max move, and use their body hair as their primary weapon. In addition, both Pokémon are based on mythical beings from European folklore and mythology: Grimmsnarl resembles trolls and ogres, and Hatterene resembles witches. Lastly, both Pokémon are the signature Pokémon of one of the rivals in ''[[Pokémon Sword and Shield]]'': [[Bede]] for Hatterene and [[Marnie]] for Grimmsnarl.
* Grimmsnarl and its evolutionary relatives are the only Pokémon that are in the {{egg|Fairy}} and {{egg|Human-Like}} [[Egg Group]]s.

===Origin===
Grimmsnarl may be based on {{wp|ogre}}s, {{wp|troll}}s, and potentially {{wp|oni}}, all large, malevolent creatures from folklore and fairy tales that are commonly depicted with grotesque appearances and abundant hair. The fact that its strength comes from its hair may be a reference to {{wp|Samson}} from the {{wp|Book of Judges}}.

Considering its association with {{p|Hatterene}}, it may also be inspired by the {{wp|bogeyman}}, {{wp|bugbear}}, or {{wp|Coco (folklore)|coco}}, fictional creatures created throughout European cultures to frighten children that do not want to sleep or stay quiet. In addition, it resembles depictions of {{wp|Grendel}}, a giant monster from the Old English epic poem ''{{wp|Beowulf}}'', described as a "creature of darkness" and known for his immense strength.

====Name origin====
Grimmsnarl may be a combination of ''grim'' and ''snarl''. Grimmsnarl may also be named after the {{wp|Brothers Grimm}}, a duo of brothers who traveled Europe gathering folklore and oral fairy tales and cataloging them all into a {{wp|Grimms' Fairy Tales|singular book}}. It also bears resemblance to the words ''{{wp|grimoire}}'', a type of spell book, and ''{{wp|Grímnismál}}'', a mythological poem in the ''{{wp|Poetic Edda}}''.

Ōronge may be a combination of ''ogre'' and ロン毛 ''ronge'' (long hair).

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=Dark|type2=Fairy
|ja=オーロンゲ ''Ōronge''|jameaning=From ''ogre'' and {{tt|ロン毛 ''ronge''|long hair}}
|fr=Angoliath|frmeaning=From ''{{tt|angoisse|anguish}}'', ''{{wp|angora wool|angora}}'', and ''Goliath''
|es=Grimmsnarl|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Olangaar|demeaning=From ''{{tt|Oger|ogre}}'', ''{{tt|laang|long}}'', and ''{{tt|Haar|hair}}''
|it=Grimmsnarl|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=오롱털 ''Orongteol''|komeaning=From ''ogre'', ''long'', and {{tt|털 ''teol''|hair, fur}}
|zh_cmn=長毛巨魔 / 长毛巨魔 ''Chángmáojùmó''|zh_cmnmeaning=From {{tt|長毛 / 长毛 ''chángmáo''|long hair}}, {{tt|巨 ''jù''|giant}}, and {{tt|魔 ''mó''|demon}}
|zh_yue=長毛巨魔 ''Chèuhngmòuhgeuihmō''|zh_yuemeaning=From {{tt|長毛 ''chèuhngmòuh''|long hair}}, {{tt|巨 ''geuih''|giant}}, and {{tt|魔 ''mō''|demon}} }}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* [[Gigantamax]]


==External links==
{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Dark|type2=Fairy}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Dark|prevnum=860|prev=Morgrem|nextnum=862|next=Obstagoon}}
|}
{{Project Pokédex notice}}

[[de:Olangaar]]
[[es:Grimmsnarl]]
[[fr:Angoliath]]
[[it:Grimmsnarl]]
[[ja:オーロンゲ]]
[[zh:长毛巨魔]]

Hatterene (Pokémon)

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{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Psychic|type2=Fairy}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Psychic|prevnum=857|prev=Hattrem|nextnum=859|next=Impidimp}}
|}
{{Pokémon Infobox
|name=Hatterene
|jname=ブリムオン
|tmname=Burimuon
|forme=2
|form1=Hatterene
|form2=Gigantamax Hatterene
|image2=858Hatterene-Gigantamax.png
|ndex=858
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Fairy
|category=Silent
|height-ftin=6'11"
|height-m=2.1
|height-ftin2=85'04"+
|height-m2=26.0+
|weight-lbs=11.2
|weight-kg=5.1
|weight-lbs2=???
|weight-kg2=???
|abilityn=d
|ability1=Healer
|ability2=Anticipation
|abilityd=Magic Bounce
|egggroupn=1
|egggroup1=Fairy
|eggcycles=20
|evtotal=3
|evsa=3
|expyield=255
|lv100exp=1,250,000
|gendercode=254
|color=Pink
|catchrate=45
|body=Unknown
|pokefordex=hatterene
|generation=8
|friendship=50
}}
'''Hatterene''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ブリムオン''' ''Burimuon'') is a dual-type {{2t|Psychic|Fairy}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation VIII]].

It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Hattrem}} starting at [[level]] 42. It is the final form of {{p|Hatenna}}. It also has a [[Gigantamax]] form.

==Biology==
Hatterene is a small humanoid Pokémon with a thin, white body. Its head is round and has a small mouth, narrow black eyes with white pupils, and elliptical pink markings over its eyes resembling eyelashes. It also has extremely long hair, far longer than its body is tall; it conceals much of its true body and gives it a much taller figure resembling a long robe or dress. The hair colored in a gradient of pastel-blue, pink, and white from its upper portions down. The hair above Hatterene's head is shaped like a pointed witch's hat with a single long appendage extending from the point, ending in a pink bulb resembling a bangle and a claw with three digits. Hatterene is a female-only species.

Hatterene has a solitary nature, emitting psychic power strong enough to cause headaches to deter others from approaching. It also dislikes loud noises, tearing apart perpetrators with claws on its tentacle as a result. Due to its long hair, Hatterene's main forms of locomotion are levitation and short-distance teleportation. This Pokémon is also known as the Forest Witch. Hatterene is the [[Signature move|only known Pokémon]] capable of using the move {{m|Magic Powder}}.

Gigantamax Hatterene has four openings in the hair around its main body, and its hair tentacle splits near its base into three tentacles. Known as the Raging Goddess, Gigantamax Hatterene has the ability to sense the emotions of creatures over 30 miles away, and it will become enraged and attack if it senses any hostility. Its tentacles are capable of firing energy beams like lightning. Gigantamax Hatterene is the [[Signature move|only known Pokémon]] capable of using the exclusive [[G-Max Move]] {{m|G-Max Smite}}.

==In the anime==
===Major appearances===
===Minor appearances===

==In the manga==
==In the TCG==


==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
====Hatterene====
{{Dex/Header|type=Psychic|type2=Fairy}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=VIII}}
{{Dex/Gen/1|gen=VIII|reg1=Galar|num1=243}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sword|entry=It emits psychic power strong enough to cause headaches as a deterrent to the approach of others.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Shield|entry=If you're too loud around it, you risk being torn apart by the claws on its tentacle. This Pokémon is also known as the Forest Witch.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

====Gigantamax Hatterene====
{{Dex/Header|type=Psychic|type2=Fairy}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=VIII}}
{{Dex/Gen/1|gen=VIII|reg1=Galar|num1=243}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sword|entry=This Pokémon can read the emotions of creatures over {{tt|30 miles|50 km}} away. The minute it senses hostility, it goes on the attack.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Shield|entry={{m|G-Max Smite|Beams like lightning shoot down}} from its tentacles. It's known to some as the Raging Goddess.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability/Header|type=Psychic|type2=Fairy}}
{{Availability/NA|gen=VIII}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VIII}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Sword|v2=Shield|area=[[Lake of Outrage]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}



===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{Stats
|type=Psychic
|type2=Fairy
|HP=57
|Attack=90
|Defense=95
|SpAtk=136
|SpDef=103
|Speed=29
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Fairy
|Normal=100
|Fighting=25
|Flying=100
|Poison=200
|Ground=100
|Rock=100
|Bug=100
|Ghost=200
|Steel=200
|Fire=100
|Water=100
|Grass=100
|Electric=100
|Psychic=50
|Ice=100
|Dragon=0
|Dark=100
|Fairy=100
|notes=yes
|fairy=yes
|newdragon=1
}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/8|Hatterene|Psychic|Fairy|8}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Psycho Cut|Psychic|Physical|70|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Brutal Swing|Dark|Physical|60|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Confusion|Psychic|Special|50|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Play Nice|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Life Dew|Water|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level8|1|Disarming Voice|Fairy|Special|40|—|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|{{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}|Psycho Cut|Psychic|Physical|70|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|15|Aromatherapy|Grass|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/level8|20|Psybeam|Psychic|Special|65|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|25|Heal Pulse|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level8|30|Dazzling Gleam|Fairy|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|37|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level8|46|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level8|55|Healing Wish|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level8|64|Magic Powder|Psychic|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/levelf/8|Hatterene|Psychic|Fairy|8}}

====By [[TM]]/[[TR]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/8|Hatterene|Psychic|Fairy|8}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM08|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM09|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM10|Magical Leaf|Grass|Special|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM14|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|90|20}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM17|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM19|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM21|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM24|Snore|Normal|Special|50|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM25|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM28|Giga Drain|Grass|Special|75|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM29|Charm|Fairy|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM31|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM39|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM41|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM44|Imprison|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM60|Power Swap|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM61|Guard Swap|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM69|Psycho Cut|Psychic|Physical|70|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM70|Trick Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM71|Wonder Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM72|Magic Room|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM76|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM87|Draining Kiss|Fairy|Special|50|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM92|Mystical Fire|Fire|Special|75|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm8|TM97|Brutal Swing|Dark|Physical|60|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR00|Swords Dance|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR11|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR20|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR25|Psyshock|Psychic|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR26|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR27|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR29|Baton Pass|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR33|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR34|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|120|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR40|Skill Swap|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR49|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR58|Dark Pulse|Dark|Special|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR72|Power Whip|Grass|Physical|120|85|10}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR82|Stored Power|Psychic|Special|20|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR90|Play Rough|Fairy|Physical|90|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tr|TR92|Dazzling Gleam|Fairy|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmf/8|Hatterene|Psychic|Fairy|8}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/8|Hatterene|Psychic|Fairy|8}}
{{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|683|Aromatisse}}|Aromatic Mist|Fairy|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|025|Pikachu}}{{MSP|026|Raichu}}{{MSP|026A|Raichu}}{{MSP|777|Togedemaru}}|Nuzzle|Electric|Physical|20|100|20}}
{{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|035|Clefairy}}{{MSP|036|Clefable}}{{MSP|176|Togetic}}{{MSP|468|Togekiss}}{{MSP|876|Indeedee}}|After You|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|877|Morpeko}}|Quash|Dark|Status|—|100|15|*}}
{{learnlist/breedf/8|Hatterene|Psychic|Fairy|8}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/8|Hatterene|Psychic|Fairy|8}}
{{learnlist/tutor8null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/8|Hatterene|Psychic|Fairy|8}}

====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{learnlist/prevoh/8|Hatterene|Psychic|Fairy|8}}
{{learnlist/prevo8null}}
{{learnlist/prevof/8|Hatterene|Psychic|Fairy|8}}



===Evolution===
{{evobox-3
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Fairy
|no1=856
|name1=Hatenna
|type1-1=Psychic
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 32}}
|no2=857
|name2=Hattrem
|type1-2=Psychic
|evo2={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 42}}
|no3=858
|name3=Hatterene
|type1-3=Psychic
|type2-3=Fairy}}

===Forms===
====Gigantamax====
{{Evobox/Formes
|sprite1=858Hatterene
|name1=Hatterene
|type1-1=Psychic
|type2-1=Fairy
|forme1=Hatterene
|sprite2=858Hatterene-Gigantamax
|forme2=Gigantamax Hatterene
|loc1=[[File:Dynamax icon.png|link=Gigantamax]] {{color2|000|Gigantamax|Gigantamax Factor}}
|loc2=Lasts for three turns
|item1=Dynamax Band
}}


==Trivia==
* Hatterene, {{p|Grimmsnarl}}, and their evolutionary relatives can be considered counterparts. Both are [[Generation VIII]] Pokémon evolving once at level 32 then at level 42. Hatterene and its evolutionary relatives are female only, while Grimmsnarl and its evolutionary relatives are male only. Their final evolved forms are both {{type|Fairy}} Pokémon with identical base experience and catch rates, and each Pokémon in each evolution line have the same base stat total as their counterpart (e.g. Hatterene and Grimmsnarl both have a base stat total of 510). Both Pokémon also have a Gigantamax form, a signature G-Max move, and use their body hair as their primary weapon. In addition, both Pokémon are based on mythical beings from European folklore and mythology: Hatterene resembles witches, and Grimmsnarl resembles trolls and ogres. Lastly, both Pokémon are the signature Pokémon of one of the rivals from ''[[Pokémon Sword and Shield]]'': [[Bede]] for Hatterene and [[Marnie]] for Grimmsnarl.

===Origin===
Due to its connection with Grimmsnarl, the name of its exclusive [[G-Max Move]] that alludes to discipline and full female gender ratio, Hatterene may be inspired by the {{wp|Coco (folklore)|Cuca}}, the female counterpart of a shapeshifting {{wp|bugbear}}, depicted as a forest witch, both mentioned in lullabies and used in some cultures to frighten children that do not want to sleep or stay quiet. Hatterene's face and actual body also appear to bear a strong resemblance to a {{wp|Grey alien|Roswell grey alien}}, an archetypal depiction of extraterrestrial life in popular culture.

Given its title as the forest witch, it also seems to be based on the {{wp|hag}} from the {{wp|Hansel and Gretel}} fairytale by the {{wp|Brothers Grimm}}, that kidnap children with the intent to devour them. Its appearance may be inspired by {{wp|Harionago}}, a female ghoul from Japanese folklore described as a beautiful woman that uses its extremely long hair tipped with thorn-like barbs to attack. Hatterene's relatively small body, as well as the "windows" in its hair in its Gigantamax form, may be based on the common fairy tale motif of a girl locked away in a tower; in particular, it may reference {{wp|Rapunzel}}, whose hair was long enough to reach the ground from the top of her tower.

====Name origin====
Hatterene may be a combination of ''hatter'' and ''serene''.

Burimuon may be a combination of ''brim'' and 無音 ''muon'' (silence).

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=Psychic|type2=Fairy
|ja=ブリムオン ''Burimuon''|jameaning=From ''brim'' and {{tt|無音 ''muon''|silence}}
|fr=Sorcilence|frmeaning=From ''{{tt|sorcière|witch}}'' and ''silence''
|es=Hatterene|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Silembrim|demeaning=From ''{{tt|silentium|Latin for silence}}'', ''{{wp|Salem witch trials|Salem}}'', and ''brim''
|it=Hatterene|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=브리무음 ''Beurimueum''|komeaning=From ''brim'' and {{tt|무음 (無音) ''mueum''|silence}}
|zh_cmn=布莉姆溫 / 布莉姆温 ''Bùlìmǔwēn''|zh_cmnmeaning=Transcription of its Japanese name
|zh_yue=布莉姆溫 ''Bouleihmóuhwān''|zh_yuemeaning=Transcription of its Japanese name}}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* [[Gigantamax]]


==External links==
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The Isle of Armor

2020-01-12T19:19:04Z

Nutter Butter: /* Characters */ better format since we don't know if Klara or Avery will appear in the other version at all

{{Upcoming notice}}
[[File:The Isle of Armor logo.png|thumb|250px|Logo]]
'''The Isle of Armor''' (Japanese: '''{{tt|鎧の孤島|よろいのことう}}''' ''The Solitary Island of Armor'') is the first expansion in the [[Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass]]. Featuring the [[Isle of Armor]], the theme of the expansion is "growth". It will be released in June 2020.

It will be followed by [[The Crown Tundra]].

==Features==
===Characters===
The characters [[Mustard]] and [[Klara]]{{sup/8|Sw}}/[[Avery]]{{sup/8|Sh}} will appear.

===Pokémon===
====New Pokémon and forms====
The [[Legendary Pokémon]] {{p|Kubfu}} and {{p|Urshifu}} will debut in ''The Isle of Armor''.

{{rf|Galarian}} {{p|Slowpoke}} can be evolved into Galarian {{p|Slowbro}} using an item found in the Isle of Armor.

====Returning Pokémon====
Over 100 old Pokémon will become available in Pokémon Sword and Shield with the release of ''The Isle of Armor''. These include:
*{{p|Volcarona}}
*{{p|Kingdra}}
*{{p|Dedenne}}
*{{p|Lycanroc}}
*{{p|Zorua}}
*{{p|Chansey}}
*{{p|Azurill}}
* {{p|Magnezone}}

===Gigantamax===
New [[Gigantamax]] forms were introduced. This includes {{p|Venusaur}}, {{p|Blastoise}}, {{p|Rillaboom}}, {{p|Cinderace}}, and {{p|Inteleon}}. The new Pokémon Urshifu also has a Gigantamax form.

Additionally, this expansion will allow the player to train certain Pokémon traveling with them to be able to Gigantamax, such as their [[starter Pokémon]].<ref>[https://swordshield.pokemon.com/en-us/expansionpass/pokemon/#firstpartners Official Pokémon Sword and Shield minisite | Newly discovered Pokémon]</ref>

===Items===
[[Apricorn]]s will make a return, and can be made into [[Poké Ball]]s. The [[Exp. Charm]] will increase the [[Experience|Exp. Points]] earned by the player's [[party]].

===Moves===
Additional [[Move Tutor]] moves will be available, including new moves.

===Customization===
The protagonist can wear training clothes. New fashion items will also be available. The [[Rotom Bike]] can also be customized further than before.

===Restricted Sparring===
{{main|Restricted Sparring}}

==In other languages==
{{Langtable|color={{stamina color light}}|bordercolor={{stamina color dark}}
|zh_yue=鎧之孤島 ''{{tt|Hói-jī Gūdóu|The Solitary Island of Armor}}''
|zh_cmn=鎧之孤島 / 铠之孤岛 ''{{tt|Kǎi-zhī Gūdǎo|The Solitary Island of Armor}}''
|fr=L'île solitaire de l'Armure
|de=Die Insel der Rüstung
|it=L'isola solitaria dell'armatura
|ko=갑옷의 외딴섬 ''{{tt|Gabosui Oettanseom|The Solitary Island of Armor}}''
|ru=Бронированный Остров ''Bronirovannyy Ostrov''{{tt|*|Official website}} Остров доспехов ''Ostrov dospekhov''{{tt|*|Press release}}
|es=La isla de la armadura
}}

==References==
<references/>
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[[Category:Pokémon Sword and Shield]]

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Talk:Dynamax

2019-10-16T20:05:23Z

Nutter Butter: /* Gigantamax? */ new section

== Gigantamax article in here or seperate? ==
I don't know, but Gigantamax in seperate article or here?[[User:Kirsten Thomas|Kirsten Thomas]] ([[User talk:Kirsten Thomas|talk]]) 23:53, 8 July 2019 (UTC) Kirsten Thomas
:The way I see it can go two ways. 1, we combined both into one page as the both one but different from each or 2, make a sprat so that it is easy to find and related section. As Gigantamax is now just like the case with Ultra Burst and Primal Reversion.--[[User:Jacob9594|Jacob Kogan]] ([[User talk:Jacob9594|talk]]) 00:18, 9 July 2019 (UTC)
::From what I can tell it seems to be simply a stronger variant, rather than an entirely separate mechanic. I think we should put Gigantamax information here FOR NOW, and then if when the games come out it seems to be different enough to warrant its own page, we can make that call when we cross that bridge. Besides, this page is a little bit on the small side. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 00:57, 9 July 2019 (UTC)
:::I second this option. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 19:22, 9 July 2019 (UTC)

== Intro Change ==

I feel that the first sentence should be rewritten slightly. The way it is written could be read as saying that only Gen 8 Pokémon can use it. --[[User:HoennMaster|Hoenn]][[User talk:HoennMaster|Master]] 03:20, 16 July 2019 (UTC)
:While I do see what you mean, the image automatically contradicts that assumption. [[User:ArcToraphim|Kai]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 17:10, 16 July 2019 (UTC)
::I understand what Hoenn Master means. The part that says

::"Dynamax (Japanese: ダイマックス Daimax) is a temporary transformation affecting Pokémon that was introduced in Generation VIII"

::could be rewritten to say

::"Dynamax (Japanese: ダイマックス Daimax) is a temporary transformation that was introduced in Generation VIII"

::instead. I think that would alleviate the problem.--[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 17:33, 16 July 2019 (UTC)

== More Dynamax information ==

So this video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=28&v=5SlzAXoO6CE, revled more information on Dynamax. The Dynamaxed Pokémon is a visual projection. And the Pokémon is in the actual projection. Should this be added in?--[[User:Jacob9594|Jacob Kogan]] ([[User talk:Jacob9594|talk]]) 18:12, 2 October 2019 (UTC)

== Gigantamax? ==

Why is Gigantamaxing not mentioned on here at all?? [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 20:05, 16 October 2019 (UTC)

Butterfree (Pokémon)

2019-10-16T18:52:59Z

Nutter Butter: /* Origin */

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'''Butterfree''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''バタフリー''' ''Butterfree'') is a dual-type {{2t|Bug|Flying}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation I]].

It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Metapod}} starting at [[level]] 10. It is the final form of {{p|Caterpie}}. It also has a [[Gigantamax]] form.

==Biology==
Butterfree resembles a vaguely anthropomorphic butterfly with a purple body. Unlike true insects, it only has two body segments and four light blue legs. The upper pair of legs resembles small, three-fingered hands, while the lower pair resembles long, digit-less feet. Butterfree has two black antennae, a light blue snout with two fangs underneath, and large, red compound eyes. Its two pairs of wings are white with black {{wp|Insect wing#Venation|venation}}. Two oval scales on a female Butterfree's lower wings are black, but they are white on a male.

As Gigantamax Butterfree, its size increases to gigantic length with altered look. The wings and its pattern changes to light and dark green color with white. The antennae changes to bright green and extends to the point the tip bends with three red clouds surrounding it. The eyes changes to bright glowing red. A Fur like circle is attach to both the wings and back of Butterfree. Several green scales can be seen floating around Butterfree. Gigantamax Butterfree's scales are its most effect weapons, capable of releasing paralysis, poisoning, or sleep through its wings. The massive wings are powerful enough to lift a 10-ton truck through a simple flap. The wind it generates can scattered poisonous scales throughout the area, making it dangerous to be near it.<ref>https://swordshield.pokemon.com/en-us/pokemon-galar-region/gigantamax-butterfree/</ref>

Butterfree's wings are covered with poisonous powders that fall off continuously as it flies. It will defend {{p|Caterpie}} from bird Pokémon using this powder. This powder also repels water, enabling it to gather honey even in the rain. Butterfree will roam up to six miles (ten kilometers) from its nest in search of honey, which it carries with the hairs of its legs. Sometimes it has territorial disputes with {{p|Cutiefly}} over fields of flowers. It also consumes sap from trees pierced by {{p|Heracross}}, as seen in [[EP119|the anime]]. Butterfree is found in {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Forest Pokémon|temperate forests and jungles}}, but it has also [[EP021|been observed]] flying near the ocean as part of its migratory breeding pattern.

Gigantamax Butterfree is the [[Signature move|only known Pokémon]] capable of using the exclusive [[G-Max Move]] G-Max Befuddle.

==In the anime==
===In the main series===
[[File:Ash Butterfree M20.png|250px|thumb|left|Butterfree in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
[[File:Orange Islands Butterfree.png|thumb|250px|An {{DL|List of alternately colored Pokémon in the anime|Orange Archipelago Butterfree}} in the anime]]
====Major appearances====
=====[[Ash's Butterfree]]=====
{{Ash}} had a Butterfree that he {{pkmn2|caught}} as a {{p|Caterpie}}, the first Pokémon he ever caught. It evolved from {{p|Metapod}} in ''[[EP004|Challenge of the Samurai]]''. Butterfree was also the first Pokémon Ash [[released Pokémon|let go]], allowing it to mate with a [[pink Butterfree]] in ''[[EP021|Bye-Bye Butterfree]]''.

Butterfree also appeared in ''[[M20|I Choose You!]]'', which is set in a different continuity from the main series. It evolved from Metapod during a {{pkmn|battle}} against a group of {{p|Primeape}}.

=====[[Pink Butterfree]]=====
A pink Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP021|Bye-Bye Butterfree]]''. Ash's Butterfree fell in love with it and fought to save it from Team Rocket. At the end of the episode, Ash released his Butterfree to mate with the pink Butterfree. The pink Butterfree reappeared in ''[[M20|I Choose You!]]'', which is set in a timeline different from the main series.

=====Other=====
Multiple {{pkmn2|wild}} Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP021|Bye-Bye Butterfree]]'', where they engaged in a mating ceremony that Ash's Butterfree took a part of.

A Butterfree [[nickname]]d Happy debuted in ''[[EP078|A Friend in Deed]]'', under the ownership of [[Ritchie]]. It was used to help Ritchie get out of {{TRT}}'s runaway truck safely. It reappeared in ''[[EP079|Friend and Foe Alike]]'' and ''[[EP080|Friends to the End]]'', where it was used during Ritchie's battles in the [[Indigo Plateau Conference]].

An {{DL|List of alternately colored Pokémon in the anime|Orange Archipelago Butterfree|Orange Archipelago variant}} of Butterfree living on [[Valencia Island]] appeared in ''[[EP083|Poké Ball Peril]]''. It had not eaten for days despite [[Professor Ivy]]'s effort to make different kinds of food for it. It took a liking to {{an|Brock}}'s food, however, and was one of the reasons he stayed behind. It reappeared in a flashback in ''[[EP115|A Tent Situation]]''.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[M03|Spell of the Unown: Entei]]'', under the ownership of {{OBP|Lisa|M03}}. It was used in a battle against Ash and went up against his {{AP|Bulbasaur}}. The match ended with Bulbasaur being dazed with {{m|Sleep Powder}} and finished off with a gust of wind.

A {{pkmn2|giant}} Butterfree appeared in ''[[AG142|Caterpie's Big Dilemma]]'', under the ownership of [[Zander]]. After {{TRT}} kidnapped Dr. Gordon and flew away on [[Jessie's Dustox]], it evolved from a Metapod to chase Team Rocket. Butterfree shrunk back to its normal size at the end of the episode.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[AG151|Weekend Warrior]]'', under the ownership of {{OBP|Jeremy|AG151}}. He used it in the [[Appeal|Appeals Round]] of the {{ka|Silver Town}} [[Pokémon Contest]].

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[AG187|The Unbeatable Lightness of Seeing]]'', under the ownership of [[Drew]]. He used it during his [[Double Battle|two-on-two]] [[Contest Battle]] against {{an|May}}. Butterfree battled alongside {{p|Roselia}} against {{TP|May|Combusken}} and {{TP|May|Beautifly}} and managed to win.

Multiple Butterfree appeared in ''[[BW130|Butterfree and Me!]]'', where they evolved from Metapod on [[Wayfarer Island]]. One Butterfree had been befriended by Ash as a Caterpie, and Ash spent much of the episode helping it eventually evolve into its final form.

Multiple wild Butterfree appeared in ''[[M20|I Choose You!]]'', where, much like the events of ''Bye-Bye Butterfree'', they engaged in a mating ceremony that {{OBP|Ash Ketchum|M20|Ash}}'s Butterfree took a part of.

====Minor appearances====
Butterfree debuted in a fantasy of Ash's Caterpie's in ''[[EP003|Ash Catches a Pokémon]]''.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP008|The Path to the Pokémon League]]'', under the ownership of [[A.J.]] It was first seen carrying A.J.'s bag into the [[Gym]]. It was then seen in A.J.'s Gym, training with his {{p|Beedrill}}.

Multiple Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP015|Battle Aboard the St. Anne]]'' as some of the Pokémon seen aboard the [[S.S. Anne|St. Anne]].

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP028|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]'' as one of the Pokémon seen on [[Scissor Street]].

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP043|The March of the Exeggutor Squad]]''.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[PK01|Pikachu's Vacation]]'' as one of the Pokémon seen at the [[Pokémon Theme Park]].

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP081|Pallet Party Panic]]'' as one of the Pokémon at a party in [[Pallet Town]].

Multiple Butterfree appeared in the opening sequence of ''[[M02|The Power of One]]''.

A flock of Orange Archipelago Butterfree appeared in a flashback in ''[[EP094|Snack Attack]]'' as residents of the [[Seven Grapefruit Islands]].

A {{pkmn|Trainer}}'s Orange Archipelago Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP099|The Mandarin Island Miss Match]]''.

A {{pkmn2|wild}} Butterfree appeared in ''[[PK04|Pikachu's Rescue Adventure]]''.

An Orange Archipelago Butterfree appeared in ''[[Slowking's Day]]'', where it was living on Shamouti Island.

Three Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP116|The Rivalry Revival]]'', where they were among the Pokémon living at [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].

Multiple Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP119|A Sappy Ending]]''.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP127|Once in a Blue Moon]]''.

Multiple Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP132|For Crying Out Loud]]'', where they played with [[Wilhomena]]'s {{p|Marill}}.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP146|Tricks of the Trade]]'' as one of the Pokémon seen at the [[Pokémon Swap Meet]] in [[Palmpona]].

Multiple Butterfree appeared in ''[[Mewtwo Returns]]'', where they were seen flying over [[Mount Quena]].

Multiple Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP180|Houndoom's Special Delivery]]''.

Three Butterfree appeared in a flashback in ''[[EP185|The Light Fantastic]]''.

Multiple Butterfree appeared in {{an|Brock}}'s dream in ''[[EP193|Sick Daze]]''.

Multiple Butterfree appeared in the opening sequence of ''[[M04|Celebi: The Voice of the Forest]]''.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP207|Got Miltank?]]'' as an inhabitant of a Pokémon-exclusive oasis.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP233|A Tyrogue Full of Trouble]]'', where it was followed by [[Misty's Togepi]].

Two Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP244|Enlighten Up!]]'' as residents of [[Lake Slowpoke]].

Multiple Butterfree appeared in ''[[EP252|Fangs for Nothin']]'' as inhabitants of the [[Dragon Holy Land]].

Multiple Butterfree appeared in the opening sequence of ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes: Latios & Latias]]''.

A Butterfree briefly appeared in ''[[PK11|Camp Pikachu]]''.

A flock of Butterfree appeared before [[Ash's Larvitar]] in ''[[EP258|Hatch Me If You Can]]''.

A {{pkmn|Coordinator}}'s Butterfree appeared in ''[[AG033|Now That's Flower Power!]]''.

Multiple Butterfree appeared in the opening sequence of ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[AG155|The Green Guardian]]''.

Multiple Butterfree appeared in ''[[AG166|Curbing the Crimson Tide!]]''.

A Coordinator's Butterfly appeared in ''[[AG180|May, We Harley Drew'd Ya!]]''.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[AG181|Channeling the Battle Zone]]'', under the ownership of [[Solidad]]. It was used during the [[Kanto Grand Festival]].

Multiple Butterfree appeared in ''[[AG188|Pinch Healing!]]'' as residents of [[Fennel Valley]].

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[DP064|Riding the Winds of Change!]]''.

A wild Butterfree appeared in ''[[DP071|Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! (Part 1)]]''. Two additional Butterfree appeared in [[DP072|the follow-up episode]].

Multiple Butterfree appeared in the opening sequence of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[DP088|Camping It Up!]]''.

Two Butterfree appeared in ''[[DP095|Battling the Generation Gap!]]'' as parts of [[Lila]]'s famous "Tiger Lily Smile".

Multiple Butterfree appeared in a flashback in ''[[DP099|A Trainer and Child Reunion!]]''.

A group of Butterfree appeared in ''[[M16|Genesect and the Legend Awakened]]'' at [[Pokémon Hills]].

A Trainer's Butterfree appeared in ''[[XY077|A Relay in the Sky!]]'', where it was participating in the [[Pokémon Sky Relay]]. It was in a team also consisting of {{p|Hydreigon}} and {{p|Masquerain}}.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[XY086|A Legendary Photo Op!]]'' at [[Mt. Molteau]].

A Butterfree appeared in a flashback in ''[[XY121|Seeing the Forest for the Trees!]]''.

A Trainer's Butterfree appeared in ''[[SM001|Alola to New Adventure!]]'', during a flashback.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[SM008|Lillie's Egg-xhilarating Challenge!]]'', where it flew past {{an|Lillie}}'s balcony and received some food. It reappeared in ''[[SM027|A Glaring Rivalry!]]''.

Two Butterfree appeared in ''[[SM018|A Seasoned Search!]]'', where they were among the {{type|Flying}} attracted by {{TP|Mallow|Bounsweet}}'s {{m|Sweet Scent}} in their attempts to attract a {{p|Oricorio}}.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[SM020|Partner Promises!]]'' as a resident of [[Treasure Island]]. It reappeared in ''[[SM102|Alola, Alola!]]'', when Ash revisited the island alongside {{ashcl}} and {{an|Misty}}.

Two Butterfree appeared in ''[[SM029|Lulled to La-La Land!]]'' during a flashback.

Two Trainers' Butterfree appeared in ''[[SM040|Balloons, Brionne, and Belligerence!]]''.

Four wild Buttefree appeared in ''[[SM042|Alola, Kanto!]]''.

Three wild Butterfree appeared in ''[[SM059|Tasting the Bitter with the Sweet!]]'', during a flashback.

Two Trainers' Butterfree appeared in ''[[SM081|A Young Royal Flame Ignites!]]''.

A Trainer's Butterfree appeared in ''[[M21|The Power of Us]]''.

A Trainer's Butterfree appeared in ''[[SM082|All They Want to Do is Dance Dance!]]''.

A student's Butterfree appeared in ''[[SM119|A High-Speed Awakening!]]''.

A Trainer's Butterfree appeared in ''[[SM129|Battle Royal 151]]'', where it competed in the [[Battle Royal]] preliminary round of the [[Manalo Conference]] but ended up losing.

A Trainer's Butterfree appeared in [[SM134]].

A Trainer's Butterfree appeared in [[SM140]].

====Pokédex entries====
{{Animedexheader|Kanto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP004|Butterfree|Ash's Pokédex|Butterfree. One week after {{p|Caterpie}} [[Evolution|evolves]] into {{p|Metapod}}, it again evolves into Butterfree.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Kanto}}
{{Animedexheader|Emerald}}
{{Animedexbody|AG142|Butterfree|May's Pokédex|Butterfree, the Butterfly Pokémon. Butterfree is the evolved form of Metapod. The scales covering its wings help it to shed water.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Advanced Generation''|Emerald}}
{{Animedexheader|Unova}}
{{Animedexbody|BW130|Butterfree|Ash's Pokédex|Butterfree, the Butterfly Pokémon. Butterfree's love of flower nectar draws it to seek out flowers, even if they don't have much pollen.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Best Wishes''|Unova}}

===In Pokémon Origins===
A Butterfree appeared in ''[[PO04|File 4: Charizard]]'' in a fantasy.

===In the Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer===
A Trainer's Butterfree appeared in the [[Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer]], where it was seen in a town square in [[Pasio]].

==In the manga==
[[File:Ash Butterfree EToP.png|thumb|230px|Butterfree in [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]]]
[[File:Kitty.png|thumb|240px|Butterfree in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
{{main|Ash's Butterfree}}
{{OBP|Ash Ketchum|EToP|Ash}}'s Butterfree evolved from his Metapod in ''[[ET02|Play Misty For Me]]'' during his [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} with {{an|Misty}}.

[[Melanie]] took care of three Butterfree in ''[[ET07|Pikachu's Excellent Adventure]]''.

===In the How I Became a Pokémon Card manga===
{{HIBAPC|Midori}} owns a Butterfree that was first in [[PW10]].

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{main|Kitty}}
Butterfree debuts in ''[[PS012|Wake Up—You're Snorlax!]]'' as one of the Pokémon shocked by {{adv|Red}}'s [[Pika]] in a forest.

{{adv|Yellow}}'s Butterfree, [[nickname]]d Kitty, evolved from her Caterpie that had just recently evolved into a Metapod in ''[[PS089|The Might of... Metapod?!]]''. Her uncle, {{tc|Fisherman}} [[Wilton]], also has a Butterfree, which first appeared in ''[[PS039|Just a Spearow Carrier]]''. Both of them are able to use Butterfree as a mode of flight, using Butterfree to hold onto their backs as they fly.

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[PS179|The Last Battle XIII]]'' as one of the Pokémon sent to participate in the fight in [[Ilex Forest]].

A Butterfree appeared in ''[[PS442|Out-Odding Oddish]]'', under the ownership of a [[Pokéathlon]] participant.

A {{pkmn|Trainer}}'s Butterfree appeared in ''[[PS446|Weavile Wobbles But It Won't Fall Down]]'' as one of the Pokémon seen at the {{safari|Johto}}.

A Butterfree appeared in [[PS544]].

According to the [[Pokédex]] at the end of [[Pokémon Adventures volume 1|Volume 1]], Red appears to have {{pkmn2|caught}} a Caterpie, which evolved into a Metapod and then a Butterfree.

===In the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga===
Bugsy has a Butterfree as his main Pokémon. It was first seen as a Metapod in ''[[GB04|Let's Aim For The Goal]]''.

===In the Pocket Monsters HeartGold & SoulSilver Go! Go! Pokéathlon manga===
A Butterfree appeared in [[Pocket Monsters HeartGold & SoulSilver Go! Go! Pokéathlon]].

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
{{OBP|Giovanni|Pocket Monsters}} used a Butterfree in a haircut salon that he built.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Butterfree (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon]]: Butterfree is the mother of {{p|Caterpie}}, who she sends the player to rescue in the first mission of the game.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=Bug|type2=Flying}}
{{Dex/Gen/1|gen=I|reg1=Kanto|num1=012}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Red|v2=Blue|t2=FFF|entry=In battle, it flaps its wings at high speed to release highly toxic dust into the air.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Yellow|entry=Its wings, covered with poisonous powders, repel water. This allows it to fly in the rain.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium|t=FFF|color=000|entry=Its wings are covered with poisonous dust. If you see one flapping its wings, be careful not to inhale any of the dust.}}
|}
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{{Dex/Gen/1|gen=II|reg1=Johto|num1=026}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Gold|entry=It collects honey every day. It rubs honey onto the hairs on its legs to carry it back to its nest.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Silver|entry=Water-repellent powder on its wings enables it to collect honey, even in the heaviest of rains.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Crystal|entry=It flits from flower to flower, collecting honey. It can even identify distant flowers in bloom.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium 2|t=FFF|color=000|entry=It collects honey every day. It rubs honey onto the hairs on its legs to carry it back to its nest.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/2|gen=III|reg1=Hoenn|reg2=Kanto|num2=012}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=Butterfree has a superior ability to search for delicious honey from flowers. It can even search out, extract, and carry honey from flowers that are blooming over {{tt|six miles|ten kilometers}} from its nest.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=It has a superior ability to search for delicious honey from flowers. It can seek, extract, and carry honey from flowers blooming over {{tt|six miles|ten kilometers}} away.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=FireRed|entry=The wings are protected by a rain-repellent dust. As a result, this Pokémon can fly about even in rain.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|entry=In battle, it flaps its wings at great speed to release highly toxic dust into the air.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/2|gen=IV|reg1=Sinnoh|reg2=Johto|num2=026}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=It loves the honey of flowers and can locate flower patches that have even tiny amounts of pollen.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=HeartGold|entry=It collects honey every day. It rubs honey onto the hairs on its legs to carry it back to its nest.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|entry=Water-repellent powder on its wings enables it to collect honey, even in the heaviest of rains.}}
|}
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{{Dex/Gen/1|gen=V|reg1=Unova}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=It loves the honey of flowers and can locate flower patches that have even tiny amounts of pollen.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=It loves the honey of flowers and can locate flower patches that have even tiny amounts of pollen.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/2|gen=VI|reg1=Kalos|num1=025|label1=Central|reg2=Hoenn}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=It loves the honey of flowers and can locate flower patches that have even tiny amounts of pollen.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|entry=The wings are protected by rain-repellent dust. As a result, this Pokémon can fly about even in rain.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=Butterfree has a superior ability to search for delicious honey from flowers. It can even search out, extract, and carry honey from flowers that are blooming over six miles from its nest.}}
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{{Dex/Gen/2|gen=VII|reg1=Alola|num1=019|reg2=Kanto|num2=012}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=Close examination of its large eyes reveals that each eye is composed of a myriad of tiny eyes.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=When attacked by other Pokémon, it defends itself by scattering its poisonous scales and fluttering its wings.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Sun|entry=Its wings are covered in toxic scales. If it finds bird Pokémon going after Caterpie, Butterfree sprinkles its scales on them to drive them off.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Moon|entry=Nectar from pretty flowers is its favorite food. In fields of flowers, it has heated battles with Cutiefly for territory.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Let's Go Pikachu|v2=Let's Go Eevee|entry=Its wings, covered with poisonous powder, repel water. This allows it to fly in the rain.}}
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[[Category:Pokémon in the Galar Pokédex]]
{{Dex/Footer}}

===Alternate games===
;[[Pokémon Pinball]], [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] ({{TCG|Base Set}})
:In battle, it flaps its wings at high speed, releasing highly toxic dust into the air.
;[[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] ({{TCG|Neo Discovery}})
:It collects honey every day. It rubs honey onto the hairs on its legs to carry it back to its nest.

===Game locations===
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{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Silver|area=[[National Park]] ([[Bug-Catching Contest]]){{dotw|Tu}}{{dotw|Th}}{{dotw|Sa}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Crystal|area=[[Route]]s {{rtn|2|Kanto}}, {{rtn|24|Kanto}}, and {{rtn|25|Kanto}}{{sup/t|M}}{{sup/t|D}} [[National Park]] ([[Bug-Catching Contest]]){{dotw|Tu}}{{dotw|Th}}{{dotw|Sa}} [[Ilex Forest]] ([[Headbutt tree]]s)}}
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{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Metapod}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Platinum|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Metapod}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=HeartGold|area={{rt|2|Kanto}}{{sup/t|M}}{{sup/t|D}} [[Viridian Forest]]{{sup/t|M}} [[National Park]] ([[Bug-Catching Contest]]){{dotw|Tu}}{{dotw|Th}}{{dotw|Sa}} {{rt|47|Johto}}, [[Ilex Forest]] ([[Headbutt tree]]s)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|area=[[National Park]] ([[Bug-Catching Contest]]){{dotw|Tu}}{{dotw|Th}}{{dotw|Sa}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Pal Park|color=71AD64|link=Pal Park|area={{DL|List of Pokémon by Pal Park location|Forest}}}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|1|v=Black}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=White|area={{rt|12|Unova}} ({{DL|Phenomenon|Rustling grass}})}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|1|v=Black 2}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=White 2|area=[[Pinwheel Forest]] ([[Hidden Grotto]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Dream World|color={{dream color}}|area={{dwa|Windswept Sky}}}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry2|2|v=X|v2=Y|t=fff|area=[[Friend Safari]] ([[Friend Safari#Bug-type Safari|Bug]])}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Sun|v2=Moon|area={{rt|5|Alola}}, [[Melemele Meadow]] {{rt|5|Alola}}, [[Lush Jungle]], [[Melemele Meadow]] ([[SOS Battle]])}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Ultra Sun|v2=Ultra Moon|area={{rt|5|Alola}}, [[Melemele Meadow]] {{rt|5|Alola}}, [[Lush Jungle]], [[Melemele Meadow]] ([[SOS Battle]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Let's Go Pikachu|area=[[Viridian Forest]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Let's Go Eevee|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Metapod}}}}
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{{Availability/Footer}}

====In side games====
{{Availability/Header|type=Bug|type2=Flying}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=I}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Snap|color={{electric color}}|area=[[Pokémon Island Beach|Beach]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Pinball|color={{red color}}|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Metapod}}}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/NA/Side|gen=II}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Channel|color={{water color}}|area=[[Viridian Forest (Channel)|Forest]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Trozei!|color={{yellow color}}|area=[[Secret Storage 1]], [[Mr. Who's Den]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Red|v2=MD Blue|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Metapod}}}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=MD Time|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|area=[[Apple Woods]] (1F-7F)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=MD Darkness|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|area=[[Evolution|Evolve]] {{p|Metapod}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=MD Sky|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|area=[[Apple Woods]] (1F-7F)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Silent Forest]] (Normal Mode C, A & S)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=PokéPark Wii|color={{grass color}}|link=PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure|area=[[Meadow Zone]]}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble Blast|color={{fire color}}|area=Treetops: [[Sun-Dappled Bank]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble U|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Chill Battle#The Forest of Memories|Chill Battle: The Forest of Memories]] (Final Boss)}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Battle Trozei|color={{defense color}}|area=[[Safari Jungle#Sunday Stage 2|Safari Jungle: Stage 2]]{{dotw|Su}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Shuffle|color={{beauty color}}|area=Event: ''{{DL|Special Stages|A Great Chance a Day!}}''}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Fairy Land#Pixie Glen|Fairy Land: Pixie Glen]] (All Areas)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Picross|color={{skill color light}}|area=[[Pokémon Picross Stages#Area 26|Area 26: Stage 07]]}}
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{{Availability/Footer}}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=Bug|type2=Flying|Frontier=yes
|rby1=Bitter Berry|rby1type=None|rby1image=no|rby1rar=100
|gsc1=SilverPowder|gsc1type=None|gsc1rar=2
|e1=SilverPowder|e1type=None|e1rar=5
|hgss1=SilverPowder|hgss1type=None|hgss1rar=5
|w1=SilverPowder|w1type=None|w1rar=5
|w21=SilverPowder|w21type=None|w21rar=5
|xy1=Silver Powder|xy1type=None|xy1rar=5
|sm1=Silver Powder|sm1type=None|sm1rar=5
|usum1=Silver Powder|usum1type=None|usum1rar=5
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
=====Generation I-V=====
{{Stats
|type=Bug
|type2=Flying
|HP=60
|Attack=45
|Defense=50
|SpAtk=80
|SpDef=80
|Special=80
|Speed=70}}

=====Generation VI onward=====
{{Stats
|type=Bug
|type2=Flying
|HP=60
|Attack=45
|Defense=50
|SpAtk=90
|SpDef=80
|Speed=70}}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Bug
|type2=Flying
|Speed=2
|SpeedMax=4
|Power=2
|PowerMax=3
|Technique=2
|TechniqueMax=3
|Stamina=2
|StaminaMax=3
|Jump=5
|JumpMax=5}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|Normal=100
|Fighting=25
|Flying=200
|Poison=100
|Ground=0
|Rock=400
|Bug=50
|Ghost=100
|Steel=100
|Fire=200
|Water=100
|Grass=25
|Electric=200
|Psychic=100
|Ice=200
|Dragon=100
|Dark=100
|Fairy=100
|notes=yes
|flying=ironballiv
|gen1bug=yes
|newground=½
|oldpoison=2}}

===Learnset===
====[[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]]====
=====By [[Level|leveling up]]=====
{{learnlist/levelh/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|1}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Gust|Flying|Special|40|100|35||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Confusion|Psychic|Special|50|100|25}}
{{learnlist/level7|{{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}|Gust|Flying|Special|40|100|35||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|13|Poison Powder|Poison|Status|—|75|35}}
{{learnlist/level7|13|Stun Spore|Grass|Status|—|75|30}}
{{learnlist/level7|13|Sleep Powder|Grass|Status|—|75|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|16|Psybeam|Psychic|Special|65|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|19|Supersonic|Normal|Status|—|55|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|22|Quiver Dance|Bug|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|25|Whirlwind|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|28|Air Slash|Flying|Special|75|95|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|31|Bug Buzz|Bug|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelf/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|1}}

=====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]=====
{{learnlist/tmh/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|1}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM01|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM04|Teleport|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM05|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM07|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM08|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM09|Reflect|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM12|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM18|U-turn|Bug|Physical|70|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM27|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM40|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM43|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM45|Solar Beam|Grass|Special|200|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM48|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM50|Roost|Flying|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM53|Mega Drain|Grass|Special|75|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM59|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tmf/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|1}}

=====By a prior [[evolution]]=====
{{learnlist/prevoh/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|1}}
{{learnlist/prevo7|010|Caterpie|||||Tackle|Normal|Physical|40|100|35}}
{{learnlist/prevo7|010|Caterpie|||||String Shot|Bug|Status|—|95|40}}
{{learnlist/prevo7|011|Metapod|||||Harden|Normal|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/prevof/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|1}}

====[[Pokémon Sun and Moon|Pokémon Sun, Moon]], [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]]====
=====By [[Level|leveling up]]=====
{{learnlist/levelh/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|1}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Gust|Flying|Special|40|100|35||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Confusion|Psychic|Special|50|100|25}}
{{learnlist/level7|{{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}|Gust|Flying|Special|40|100|35||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|11|Confusion|Psychic|Special|50|100|25}}
{{learnlist/level7|13|Poison Powder|Poison|Status|—|75|35}}
{{learnlist/level7|13|Stun Spore|Grass|Status|—|75|30}}
{{learnlist/level7|13|Sleep Powder|Grass|Status|—|75|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|17|Psybeam|Psychic|Special|65|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|19|Silver Wind|Bug|Special|60|100|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|23|Supersonic|Normal|Status|—|55|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|25|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25}}
{{learnlist/level7|29|Whirlwind|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|31|Bug Buzz|Bug|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|35|Rage Powder|Bug|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|37|Captivate|Normal|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|41|Tailwind|Flying|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|43|Air Slash|Flying|Special|75|95|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|47|Quiver Dance|Bug|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/levelf/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|1}}

=====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]=====
{{learnlist/tmh/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|1}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM09|Venoshock|Poison|Special|65|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM19|Roost|Flying|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM22|Solar Beam|Grass|Special|120|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM46|Thief|Dark|Physical|60|100|25}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM53|Energy Ball|Grass|Special|90|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM62|Acrobatics|Flying|Physical|55|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM83|Infestation|Bug|Special|20|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM85|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|85|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM89|U-turn|Bug|Physical|70|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tmf/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|1}}

=====By {{pkmn|breeding}}=====
{{learnlist/breedh/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|2}}
{{learnlist/breed7null}}
{{learnlist/breedf/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|2}}

=====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]=====
{{learnlist/tutorh/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|2}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Bug Bite|Bug|Physical|60|100|20||'''|no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Defog|Flying|Status|—|—|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Electroweb|Electric|Special|55|95|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Giga Drain|Grass|Special|75|100|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15||'''|no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Skill Swap|Psychic|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Snore|Normal|Special|50|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Tailwind|Flying|Status|—|—|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|2}}

=====By a prior [[evolution]]=====
{{learnlist/prevoh/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|1}}
{{learnlist/prevo7|010|Caterpie|||||Tackle|Normal|Physical|40|100|35}}
{{learnlist/prevo7|010|Caterpie|||||String Shot|Bug|Status|—|95|40}}
{{learnlist/prevo7|010|Caterpie|||||Bug Bite|Bug|Physical|60|100|20|'''|{{sup/7|SM}}}}
{{learnlist/prevo7|011|Metapod|||||Harden|Normal|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/prevo7|011|Metapod|t||||Iron Defense|Steel|Status|—|—|15||{{sup/7|USUM}}}}
{{learnlist/prevof/7|Butterfree|Bug|Flying|1}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
{| class="roundy" align="center" style="background:#{{tcg grass color light}}; border:3px solid #{{tcg grass color}}"
! Move
! Card
|-
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{m|Fly}}
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | [[Butterfree (Southern Islands 9)]]
|}

===Side game data===
{{Spindata/Head|type=Bug|type2=Flying}}
{{Spindata/Pinball|col=3|type=Bug|ndex=012|acquisition=Evolve|evolved=yes}}
{{Spindata/Trozei|col=3|type=Bug|ndex=012|rarity=Rare}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDRB|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=012
|body=1
|rate=Evolve
|area=Mist-Rise Forest
|P1=I'll protect you with the wicked toxins in my wings.
|P2=Oh, no... My health has dropped to half...
|P3=I've about had it... It hurts to even fly...
|PL=I leveled up! I'm in peak form! Let me show you!
}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDTDS|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=012
|body=1
|rate=5.5
|IQ=A
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Rumble|col=3|type=Bug
|att=3
|def=3
|speed=3
}}
{{Spindata/RumbleBlast|col=3|type=Bug
|att=3
|def=3
|speed=3
}}
|-
{{Spindata/PokéPark|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=012
|Pad=Butterfree came to the [[Meadow Zone]] to play! His favorite Attraction is {{DL|Attractions|Pelipper's Circle Circuit}}.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Battle Trozei|col=3|type=Bug|ndex=012
|power=2
}}
{{Spindata/Shuffle|col=3|type=Bug|ndex=012|num=749
|min=60
|max=105
|raisemaxlevel=5
|skill=Rock Shot
|skilldesc=Erases two breakable-rock disruptions and increases damage.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/GO|col=6|type=Bug|ndex=012
|hatch=N/A
|buddy=1
|candy=Caterpie
|evolution=N/A
|stamina=155
|attack=167
|defense=137
|fast={{m|Bug Bite}}{{tt|*|Prior to February 16, 2017}}, {{m|Confusion}}, {{m|Struggle Bug}}{{tt|*|From February 16, 2017 onward}}
|special={{m|Bug Buzz}}, {{m|Psychic}}, {{m|Signal Beam}}
}}
|}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-3
|type1=Bug
|type2=Flying
|pictype=art
|no1=010
|name1=Caterpie
|type1-1=Bug
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 7}}
|no2=011
|name2=Metapod
|type1-2=Bug
|evo2={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 10}}
|no3=012
|name3=Butterfree
|type1-3=Bug
|type2-3=Flying}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Bug|type2=Flying}}
{{Spritebox/1|ndex=012}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=012}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=012}}
{{Spritebox/4/Gender|ndex=012}}
{{Spritebox/5/Gender|ndex=012}}
{{Spritebox/6/Gender|ndex=012}}
{{Spritebox/7/Gender|ndex=012}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|012|Butterfree}}

==Trivia==

* Butterfree was the first Pokémon shown in the {{pkmn|anime}} to have an alternate color, [[Pink Butterfree|pink]]. This has only been seen in a single female, and unlike a {{Shiny}} Butterfree, which has green eyes and pink wings, limbs, and snout, this Butterfree only differed in its pink body and wings.
* Butterfree has been trained by four important {{pkmn|Trainer}}s in the {{pkmn|anime}}: {{Ash}}, [[Ritchie]], [[Solidad]], and [[Drew]].
* Butterfree shares its {{pkmn|category}} with {{p|Beautifly}}. They are both known as the Butterfly Pokémon.
* Butterfree can be seen as a parallel to {{p|Beedrill}}. Both of their unevolved stages evolve at level 7 and again at level 10. They both go through metamorphosis-like evolution and have the same base stat total of 395. Also, while Beedrill is [[Game-exclusive Pokémon|exclusive]] to {{game3|Black and White|Black|s}} and [[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2]], Butterfree is exclusive to White and White 2.

===Origin===
Butterfree's design appears to be based on the {{wp|Aporia crataegi|black-veined white}} {{wp|butterfly}}.

[[Gigantamax]] Butterfree resembles the ''{{wp|kaiju}}'' {{wp|Mothra}}.

====Name origin====
Butterfree is a combination of ''{{wp|butterfly}}'' and ''free'', possibly referring to its ability to fly after being grounded for two evolutionary stages. It may also involve パタパタ ''patapata'' (onomatopoeia for something flapping, such as wings) and 振る ''furu'' (to flap, as in wings).

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=Bug|type2=Flying
|ja=バタフリー ''Butterfree''|jameaning=From {{tt|バタフライ ''batafurai''|butterfly}} and {{tt|フリー ''furī''|free}}
|fr=Papilusion|frmeaning=From {{tt|''papillon''|butterfly}} and ''illusion''
|es=Butterfree|esmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|de=Smettbo|demeaning=From {{tt|''Schmetterling''|butterfly}} and possibly {{tt|''Bö''|gust}}
|it=Butterfree|itmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|ko=버터플 ''Butterfle''|komeaning=Corruption of {{tt|버터플라이 ''beoteopeullai''|butterfly}}
|bg=Батърфри ''Batŭrfri''|bgmeaning=Transcription of English name
|zh_yue=巴他蝶 ''Bātādihp''|zh_yuemeaning=Partial transliteration of Japanese name. 蝶 is from {{tt|蝴蝶 ''wùhdihp''|butterfly}}
|zh_cmn=巴大蝴 ''Bādàhú''|zh_cmnmeaning=Partial transliteration of Japanese name. 蝴 is from {{tt|蝴蝶 ''húdié''|butterfly}}
|hu={{tt|Csodalepke|Mewtwo Returns only, where it was mistakenly translated}}|humeaning="Wonder butterfly"
|lt=Drugelaisvis|ltmeaning=From {{tt|''drugys''|butterfly}} and {{tt|''laisvas''|free}}
|ru=Баттерфри ''Batterfri''|rumeaning=Transcription of English/Japanese name
|he=בטרפרי ''Butterfree''|hemeaning=Transcription of English name
|hi=बटरफ्री ''Batterfri''|himeaning=Transcription of English/Japanese name
}}
 

==Related articles==
* [[Ash's Butterfree]]
* [[Pink Butterfree]]
* [[Kitty]]
* [[Butterfree (Red and Blue Rescue Team)]]


==External links==
* {{wp|Caterpie, Metapod, and Butterfree|Article on Wikipedia}}

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{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Bug|prevnum=011|prev=Metapod|nextnum=013|next=Weedle|round=yes}}
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[[Category:Shadow Pokémon in Pokémon XD]]
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[[de:Smettbo]]
[[es:Butterfree]]
[[fr:Papilusion]]
[[it:Butterfree]]
[[ja:バタフリー]]
[[zh:巴大蝶]]

User:Nutter Butter

2019-10-14T20:14:40Z

Nutter Butter: /* Results */

=Sun & Moon Anime Speculation=
==Main Characters==
===[[Ash Ketchum]]===
Top of the series:
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Ash's Pikachu|3=025Pikachu.png|electric}} ♂
|
|
|-
|
|
|
|}
Caught during series:
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Ash's Pikachu|3=025Pikachu.png|4=electric}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Ash's Litten|3=725Litten.png|4=fire|2=Litten}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Pikipek (Pokémon)|3=731Pikipek.png|4=normal|5=flying|2=Pikipek}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Mimikyu (Pokémon)|3=778Mimikyu.png|4=ghost|5=fairy|2=Mimikyu}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Salandit (Pokémon)|3=757Salandit.png|4=poison|5=fire|2=Salandit}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Mudbray (Pokémon)|3=749Mudbray.png|4=ground|2=Mudbray}}
|}
Final team:
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Ash's Pikachu|3=025Pikachu.png|4=electric}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Incineroar (Pokémon)|3=727Incineroar.png|4=fire|5=dark|2=Incineroar}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Toucannon (Pokémon)|3=733Toucannon.png|4=normal|5=flying|2=Toucannon}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Mimikyu (Pokémon)|3=778Mimikyu.png|4=ghost|5=fairy|2=Mimikyu}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Salazzle (Pokémon)|3=758Salazzle.png|4=poison|5=fire|2=Salazzle}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Mudsdale (Pokémon)|3=750Mudsdale.png|4=ground|2=Mudsdale}}
|}

===[[Mallow (anime)|Mallow]]===
Top of the series:
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Fomantis (Pokémon)|3=753Fomantis.png|4=grass|2=Fomantis}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Rowlet (Pokémon)|3=722Rowlet.png|4=grass|5=flying|2=Rowlet}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Comfey (Pokémon)|3=764Comfey.png|4=fairy|2=Comfey}}
|-
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|}
Caught during series:
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Fomantis (Pokémon)|3=753Fomantis.png|4=grass|2=Fomantis}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Rowlet (Pokémon)|3=722Rowlet.png|4=grass|5=flying|2=Rowlet}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Comfey (Pokémon)|3=764Comfey.png|4=fairy|2=Comfey}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Exeggutor (Pokémon)|3=103Exeggutor-Alola.png|4=grass|5=dragon|2=Exeggutor}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Cutiefly (Pokémon)|3=742Cutiefly.png|4=bug|5=fairy|2=Cutiefly}}
|
|}
Final team:
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Lurantis (Pokémon)|3=754Lurantis.png|4=grass|2=Lurantis}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Dartrix (Pokémon)|3=723Dartrix.png|4=grass|5=flying|2=Dartrix}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Comfey (Pokémon)|3=764Comfey.png|4=fairy|2=Comfey}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Exeggutor (Pokémon)|3=103Exeggutor-Alola.png|4=grass|5=dragon|2=Exeggutor}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Cutiefly (Pokémon)|3=742Cutiefly.png|4=bug|5=fairy|2=Cutiefly}}
|
|}

===[[Hau]]===
Top of the series:
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Popplio (Pokémon)|3=728Popplio.png|4=water|2=Popplio}}
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|}
Caught during series:
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Popplio (Pokémon)|3=728Popplio.png|4=water|2=Popplio}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Pichu (Pokémon)|3=172Pichu.png|4=electric|2=Pichu}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Yungoos (Pokémon)|3=734Yungoos.png|4=normal|2=Yungoos}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Oricorio (Pokémon)|3=741Oricorio-Sensu.png|4=ghost|5=flying|2=Oricorio}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Wimpod (Pokémon)|3=767Wimpod.png|4=bug|5=water|2=Wimpod}}
|
|}
Final team:
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Popplio (Pokémon)|3=728Popplio.png|4=water|2=Popplio}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Raichu (Pokémon)|3=026Raichu-Alola.png|4=electric|2=Raichu}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Gumshoos (Pokémon)|3=735Gumshoos.png|4=normal|2=Gumshoos}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Oricorio (Pokémon)|3=741Oricorio-Sensu.png|4=ghost|5=flying|2=Oricorio}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Golisopod (Pokémon)|3=768Golisopod.png|4=bug|5=water|2=Golisopod}}
|
|}

===[[Jessie]]===
Top of the series:
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Wobbuffet (Pokémon)|3=202Wobbuffet.png|4=psychic|2=Wobbuffet}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Gourgeist (Pokémon)|3=711Gourgeist.png|4=ghost|5=grass|2=Gourgeist}} ♀
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|}
Caught during series:
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Wobbuffet (Pokémon)|3=202Wobbuffet.png|4=psychic|2=Wobbuffet}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Gourgeist (Pokémon)|3=711Gourgeist.png|4=ghost|5=grass|2=Gourgeist}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Bruxish (Pokémon)|3=779Bruxish.png|4=water|5=psychic|2=Bruxish}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Stufful (Pokémon)|3=759Stufful.png|4=normal|5=fighting|2=Stufful}}
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|}
Final team:
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Wobbuffet (Pokémon)|3=202Wobbuffet.png|4=psychic|2=Wobbuffet}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Bruxish (Pokémon)|3=779Bruxish.png|4=water|5=psychic|2=Bruxish}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Bewear (Pokémon)|3=760Bewear.png|4=normal|5=fighting|2=Bewear}}
|-
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|}

===[[James]]===
Top of the series:
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Inkay (Pokémon)|3=686Inkay.png|4=dark|5=psychic|2=Inkay}}
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|}
Caught during series:
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Inkay (Pokémon)|3=686Inkay.png|4=dark|5=psychic|2=Inkay}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Sandygast (Pokémon)|3=769Sandygast.png|4=ghost|5=ground|2=Sandygast}}
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|}
Final team:
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Inkay (Pokémon)|3=686Inkay.png|4=dark|5=psychic|2=Inkay}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Palossand (Pokémon)|3=770Palossand.png|4=ghost|5=ground|2=Palossand}}
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|}

===Notes===
*Mallow and Hau would play a gender reversal in Ash's typical traveling companion setup - Hau is the inexperienced trainer who is pursuing his dream, while Mallow is the knowledgeable exposition-bot.
**Depending on whether or not gyms are still a thing, Hau's dream may be to defeat all of the Trials of Alola. Otherwise, Ash will go through this as normal, and Hau will do either the alternative to battling featured in the games, or something made up like Showcases.
*Hau's Pichu would be hatched out of an egg. A cute side story would be Pikachu serving as a big brother to Pichu even as she evolves into Pikachu. She would evolve into Raichu towards the end of the series and only be seen once or twice after that.
*I'm not sure what would happen to Jessie's Gourgeist, but I don't think she'll stick around for the whole series. It's also possible that they'll get rid of both Inkay and Gourgeist like they did post-Unova, but if not, then I think Gourgeist will be traded away or released or sent to train or something. James's Sandygast would be received after this as a replacement ghost-type, and Jessie's Stufful would be received after this (or possibly in the trade) as Jessie's new third Pokémon.
*James's Sandygast/Palossand would bring back the running gag of James's Pokémon being overly affectionate, but in a style more like Ash's Muk - tackling and burying him whenever they get happy.
*This is all speculation, and mostly baseless speculation at that. I doubt this will be what happens in the actual anime, but I think it would be cool.

==Results==
===Things I got correct===
*Mallow is a main character.
*Jessie and James leave Inkay and Gourgeist at the Team Rocket HQ.
*Ash completes the Trials in lieu of gyms.
*James's new Pokemon is overly (and dangerously) affectionate.
*Ash catches a Litten, which later evolves into an [[Ash's Incineroar|Incineroar]].
*Hau possesses an Alolan Raichu.
*Team Rocket is associated with (albeit does not catch) a [[Bewear (anime)|Bewear]] and a [[Stufful (anime)|Stufful]].

===Things I got incorrect===
*Hau is not a main character.
*Lillie, Lana, Sophocles, and Kiawe are main characters.
*Mallow possesses a Bounsweet at the top of the series.
*Mallow does not possess a Fomantis, Rowlet, or Comfey at the top of the series.
*Ash catches [[Ash's Rowlet|a Rowlet]].
*Jessie catches [[Jessie's Mimikyu|a Mimikyu]].
*James catches [[James's Mareanie|a Mareanie]].
*Ash catches [[Ash's Rockruff|a Rockruff]].
*Ash catches [[Ash's Poipole|a Poipole]].
*Hau possesses a Dartrix, which evolves into a Decidueye.
*Ash catches [[Ash's Meltan|a Meltan]].

Ash's Naganadel

2019-09-16T17:48:49Z

Nutter Butter: /* Trivia */ technically Poipole was temporary since he was released.

{{AnimePokémonInfobox
|type1=Poison
|trainername=Ash
|pokemonname=Poipole
|jtrainername=サトシ
|jpokemonname=ベベノム
|tmtrainername=Satoshi
|tmpokemonname=Bevenom
|ball=None
|image=[[File:Ash Poipole.png|250px]]
|caption=Ash's Poipole
|gender=Genderless
|ability=Unknown
|location=[[Ultra Guardians]] base below the [[Pokémon School]]
|epnum=SM055
|epname=The Professors' New Adventure!
|catchepnum=SM067
|catchepname=Love at First Twirl!
|released=yes
|releaseep=SM090
|releasename=Securing the Future!
|prevonum=803
|firststagename=Poipole
|numeps1=64
|current=[[Poipole's world]]
|enva1=[[Lisa Ortiz]]
|java1=[[Rikako Aikawa]]
}}
'''Ash's Poipole''' (Japanese: '''サトシのベベノム''' ''Satoshi's Bevenom'') was the fourth {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} that {{Ash}} {{pkmn2|caught}} in the [[Alola]] [[region]], and his fiftieth overall.

==History==
===As a wild Pokémon===
When Poipole was in [[Poipole's world|its home world]], it lived in a nest with multiple other {{p|Poipole}} and an elder {{DL|Ultra Beasts (anime)|Naganadel}}. A {{DL|Light trio (anime)|Necrozma}}, in its {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Necrozma|Ultra form}}, also lived in the same world, whose light would make the world a lush and green planet. Although it would often protect the Poipole and Naganadel, one day a meteorite came crashing down and in order to protect the world from its impact, Necrozma collided with it. But in destroying the meteorite, it turned into a different form with a black appearance and fell into a crevasse. After falling, the change in Necrozma's form caused it to be encased in a spiky and crystallized cocoon and turned the lush and bright world into a desolate and dark place. The Poipole and Naganadel would huddle together and take in the remnants of light left. Poipole later left the world, attempting to find a better place to live.
[[File:Poipole Pikachu.png|left|thumb|250px|Playing with {{AP|Pikachu}}]]
Poipole first appeared towards the end of ''[[SM055|The Professors' New Adventure!]]'', when it was seen traversing through an [[Ultra Wormhole]]. It reappeared in ''[[SM061|A Mission of Ultra Urgency!]]'', where it emerged from the wormhole on [[Melemele Island]] and started roaming around. Soon, it came to witness {{Ash}} and {{ashcl}} battling a {{DL|Ultra Beasts (anime)|Buzzwole}} during their first [[Ultra Guardians]] mission, and became fascinated by the light produced by {{AP|Pikachu}}'s [[move|attacks]]. It excitedly approached Pikachu while the rest of the group had their attention on whether Buzzwole's capture was successful or not.

In ''[[SM067|Love at First Twirl!]]'', Poipole recalled Pikachu's {{m|Thunderbolt}} after encountering a wild {{p|Chinchou}}, and went looking for him, eventually finding him at the [[Pokémon School]]. While Ash and his classmates were focusing on their lesson, Poipole attracted Pikachu's attention and lured him away, wanting to see Pikachu's {{type|Electric}} moves again. After Pikachu had shared an apple with it, Poipole started showing its affection towards him with constant nuzzling. [[Ash's Rowlet]], who was looking for Pikachu, mistook this as Pikachu being in trouble and tried to attack Poipole, only for Poipole to panic and use {{m|Toxic}} on Rowlet, {{status|poison}}ing it. After Pikachu scolded Poipole, it understood its mistake and offered to help carry Rowlet. While going through [[Hau'oli City]], the two were attacked by {{TRT}}, who tried to capture them, but were saved when Ash showed up.

Later, Poipole was brought to the Ultra Guardians base where [[Lusamine]] contacted the group and, since {{Rotom}} had been unable to recognize it, told them the {{OBP|Pokémon|species|species}} name they had chosen to give for Poipole. Lusamine also suggested that Ash should {{pkmn2|caught|catch}} Poipole and take care of it until they could figure out the location of the wormhole it had appeared from, which he agreed to. However, Poipole happily evaded all the [[Beast Ball]]s that Ash tried to throw at it, thinking that Ash was playing with it. {{an|Lillie}} suggested that they'd demonstrate to Poipole what going into and being let out of a [[Poké Ball]] would be like, which Ash did by repeatedly [[recall]]ing and sending out Rowlet. With the demonstration done and Poipole now understanding his intentions, Ash prepared to throw another Beast Ball, only for Poipole to touch the ball and be caught voluntarily, much to everyone's surprise. Later, Poipole was seen playing with Ash and {{cat|Ash's Pokémon|his other Pokémon}} at {{an|Professor Kukui}}'s house, even painting a picture of Pikachu on the wall.

===With Ash===
[[File:Ash and Poipole.png|thumb|250px|Poipole and Ash]]
In ''[[SM079|Showering the World with Love!]]'', Ash and his classmates visited the [[Hokulani Observatory]] to witness {{p|Minior}} showers falling from the sky and then floating back into space. When the first Minior fell, Poipole immediately became fascinated by the shining light they emitted. One Minior, however, hadn't managed to break out of its shell like the rest, so Ash and {{an|Kiawe}} carried it to the observatory. At the observatory, Poipole kept examining the Minior, until next morning, its shell finally broke, revealing an {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Minior|Orange Core}}. Poipole wanted to be friends with the Minior, but initially upset it by spraying some of its paint-like ooze on it. Poipole, however, understood that it had made Minior angry, and cheered it up by painting a picture of it on the wall. Over the course of the day, the two played a lot together, becoming good friends. The next night, another Minior shower came, reuniting Minior with its friends. However, as they started floating back up again, they began to fade away, as they couldn't survive too long without their shell. The same also happened to the Orange Core Minior that Poipole had become friends with, making Poipole sad, but it was calmed down by a gentle hug from Ash.
[[File:Ash Poipole farewell.png|thumb|left|250px|Poipole waving goodbye]]

In ''[[SM084|The Shape of Love to Come!]]'', Ash encountered [[Mina]], an artist whose {{p|Ribombee}} is capable of detecting the emotions of others. With Ribombee's help, Mina deciphered that Poipole expressed its emotions through its paintings and that it loves Ash and considered him and everyone who lives at Professor Kukui's house to be its family. During the following night, Poipole had a dream about a dark place filled with multiple sad Poipole and a tired Naganadel, causing it to wake up and go look at the moon while crying. The next day, Ash noticed that Poipole was sad and met with Mina again to help find out what Poipole was feeling. Mina accepted and discovered that Poipole was on a mission of some kind. Later that day, Ash noticed Poipole painting a picture of "The Blinding One", which it had taken notice of in a book [[Acerola]] read to them [[SM074|previously]].

In ''[[SM089|The Prism Between Light and Darkness!]]'', Poipole returned to its home world when the Ultra Guardians followed {{DL|Light trio (anime)|Lunala}} through an Ultra Wormhole. Poipole reunited with the other Poipole and Naganadel, who told the group about Poipole's motive for coming to Alola. Poipole [[SM090|later]] joined the rest of Alola in showering Necrozma with light so it could return to its {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Necrozma|normal form}}. After the Ultra Guardians helped return the light to its homeland, Naganadel informed the Ultra Guardians that Poipole wanted to stay behind. Thus, Poipole left Ash and returned to its hive, but not before drawing Ash and Pikachu's faces on the ground to express its final goodbye to them.

==Personality and characteristics==
[[File:Ash Poipole drawing.png|thumb|250px|Poipole expressing itself with its drawings]]
Poipole is quite playful with other Pokémon. In one instance of this in ''[[SM061|A Mission of Ultra Urgency!]]'', whilst Ash and his classmates were waiting to see if Buzzwole had been captured, Poipole attempted to play with {{AP|Pikachu}} before flying off. It has also been shown to have a fascination with light, as shown how it tends to stop to admire Pikachu's {{type|Electric}} moves, much like how [[Ash's Goodra]] admired Pikachu's strength. In addition, Poipole is known to laugh even when attacked. Poipole took an instant liking to Ash after he helped saved it from Team Rocket. This was also seen when Ash showed it how [[Poké Ball]]s work. Equally, it also became quick friends with its teammates. Despite being a playful trickster, Poipole never seems to intend any serious harm, as it clearly felt sorry when Pikachu scolded it for poisoning Rowlet, and offered to help carry Rowlet.

Poipole has a habit of spinning on its head when feeling happy. It also likes to express its affection for Pikachu by nuzzling him. Despite Poipole's playfulness, it has been shown to be there for its friends, like in ''[[SM075|Some Kind of Laziness!]]'', when it rescued and brought back {{AP|Rowlet}} after it was almost blown away by the harsh winds blowing through the [[Haina Desert]]. Poipole has also been shown to love making paintings with its ooze, especially of those whom it wishes to be good friends with, like Pikachu and {{p|Minior}}. As revealed in ''[[SM084|The Shape of Love to Come!]]'', Poipole uses its drawings to express its feelings to others. It draws lighting bolt-shaped marks on or next to things that it likes or loves, and has been seen drawing teardrop shapes when feeling sad.

Being an Ultra Beast, Poipole is quite unfamiliar with the world of Ash and {{ashcl}}, and is driven by a great sense of curiosity, as seen in ''[[SM068|Real Life...Inquire Within!]]'', when it began to play with an {{alo|Exeggutor}}'s tail head, unintentionally causing the Exeggutor to send Ash rolling out of the [[Pokémon Center]] he was in. This same curiosity almost got it in trouble with a {{p|Tauros}} on {{an|Kiawe}}'s family's farm. Poipole appears to lack the ability to smell, as it was unaffected by the stench produced by Garbodor in ''Real Life...Inquire Within!'' and reacted with indifference to the aroma produced by the flowers grown by {{DL|Guardian deities (anime)|Tapu Bulu}} in ''Some Kind of Laziness!''.

==Moves used==
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{{anmov|poison|Toxic|SM067|Love at First Twirl!}}
{{anmov|normal|Fury Attack|SM084|The Shape of Love to Come!}}
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===Moves improvised===
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! {{color|FFF|Partnered With}}
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| rowspan="2" | [[File:Super Pokémon Fireworks.png|150px]]
| ''[[SM078|Twirling with a Bang!]]''
| {{m|Electroweb}}, {{m|Zing Zap}}, {{m|Discharge}}, {{m|Bubble Beam}}, {{m|Magical Leaf}}, {{m|Flamethrower}}, {{m|Fire Blast}}, and {{m|Powder Snow}}
| The [[Ultra Guardians]]' Pokémon
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| colspan="3" style="text-align:left" |'''Description:''' Super Pokémon Fireworks (Japanese: '''超特大ポケモン花火''' ''Super Special Pokémon Fireworks'') A combination move used by the Ultra Guardians' partner Pokémon and their [[Poké Ride|Ride Pokémon]]. {{AP|Pikachu}} launches {{m|Electroweb}} into the air, followed by {{TP|Sophocles|Togedemaru}} and {{TP|Sophocles|Charjabug}} adding to it by creating a makeshift Electroweb with {{m|Zing Zap}} and {{m|Discharge}}, respectively. {{TP|Lana|Popplio}}, {{TP|Mallow|Steenee}}, {{TP|Kiawe|Turtonator}}, and {{TP|Kiawe|Charizard}} add to the combination with {{m|Bubble Beam}}, {{m|Magical Leaf}}, and a double {{m|Flamethrower}}, respectively. {{p|Flygon}}, {{p|Garchomp}}, and {{p|Altaria}} then use a triple {{m|Fire Blast}}, followed by [[Snowy]]'s {{m|Powder Snow}} and Poipole's poison. Together, the moves make a giant spinning ferris wheel-shaped construction.
|}

==Trivia==
* Excluding temporary Pokémon, Poipole marks the first time that Ash has {{pkmn2|caught}} a Pokémon in a [[Poké Ball]] variant since {{AP|Totodile}}, which he caught in ''[[EP151|The Totodile Duel]]'', 855 episodes earlier.
* Poipole is the first [[Ultra Beast]] in the anime to be owned by a Trainer for longer than one episode.
* Excluding his temporary {{TP|Casey|Beedrill}}, Poipole is the first {{type|Poison}} Pokémon to be caught by Ash since {{AP|Muk}} in ''[[EP030|Sparks Fly for Magnemite]]'', 976 episodes earlier.
* Poipole is Ash's first long-term [[gender]]less Pokémon.
* Out of all the Pokémon Ash has released, Poipole is the only one not to be fully [[evolution|evolved]].

==Related articles==
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* [[Ultra Beasts (anime)]]

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Talk:Zigzagoon (Pokémon)

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==Edit Request==
Ash's Pokedex, Zigzagoon, AG005 'Zigzagoon, the Tinyraccoon Pokémon. Zigzagoon is extremely curious and so ends up walking in a zigzag path between thing that interest it.' Please and thank you. [[User:Littlmiget123|Littlmiget123]] 14:15, 26 October 2009 (UTC)

==Ultra Ball?==
I just caught a wild Zigzagoon in Ruby and it was holding an Ultra Ball, but the article doesn't list that as one of its held items. Did something special happen? --[[User:GuyPerfect|GuyPerfect]] ([[User talk:GuyPerfect|talk]]) 22:03, 20 April 2013 (UTC)
:D'oh, nevermind. Answered my own question. The silly thing has Pickup. --[[User:GuyPerfect|GuyPerfect]] ([[User talk:GuyPerfect|talk]]) 22:04, 20 April 2013 (UTC)

== Dog breed? ==

Zigzagoon is a tanuki (raccoon dog) Pokemon in a usual sense, but raccoon dogs aside, what other dog breeds do you think it has traits with? (like pomeranian dogs, Pekinese dogs, etc.) [[User:SpecialStageRoute|Special Stage Route]] ([[User talk:SpecialStageRoute|pit stop]]) 09:43, 17 February 2017 (UTC)
:The raccoon dog is not a breed of dog, but a unique species native to Japan and the Far East. While it is in the canine family, it is no more a "dog" per se than is a fox. [[User:Masternachos|Masternachos]] ([[User talk:Masternachos|talk]]) 17:31, 16 May 2017 (UTC)

== Typo in infobox ==

The file is called 263Zigzagoon-Galar.png, not 263Zig'''a'''zagoon-Galar.png. --[[User:Celadonkey|celadonk]] ([[User talk:Celadonkey|talk]]) 19:50, 7 August 2019 (UTC)

== Longest event trivia ==

Technically, [[Magearna]]'s event never ends. Therefore, I would recommend that this trivia point be changed to say Zigzagoon has the longest non-permanent event (or something of the sort). [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 18:43, 9 September 2019 (UTC)

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== Region speculation ==
It's been a few hours, and there's been plenty of speculation as to the region's influence. I assume nothing about the region should be added unless official? [[User:Bwburke94|bwburke94]] ([[User talk:Bwburke94|talk]]) 19:45, 27 February 2019 (UTC)

== Time of direct ==

Since the page is protected, can somebody change the time from 9 pm JST to the correct time of 11 pm JST? [[User:Arctic|Arctic]] ([[User talk:Arctic|talk]]) 21:09, 27 February 2019 (UTC)

== Fixes needed ==

"Pokémon Sword and Shield take place in the Galar region, this region has many diverse environments for the player to explore, alongside the cities and towns dotted throughout the land, these include plains, forests, snowy mountains and caves." - This is a comma splice. Replace the first comma with a period: "Pokémon Sword and Shield take place in the Galar region. This region has many diverse environments for the player to explore, alongside the cities and towns dotted throughout the land, these include plains, forests, snowy mountains and caves.".

"As well as the return of Gym's to the main series," - Never use an apostrophe to denote a plural: "As well as the return of Gyms to the main series,". {{unsigned|MrMoustache}}
: Thanks, it has been fixed, please don't forget to sign your comments with four tildes (<nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>) next time you comment on a talk page. --[[User:Spriteit|Spriteit]] ([[User talk:Spriteit|talk]]) 00:55, 28 February 2019 (UTC)

== colour scheme for galar region on bulbapedia? ==
Have we decided a colour scheme for the infoboxes for galar? currently it's the same as alola [[User:Kahchun|Kahchun]] ([[User talk:Kahchun|talk]]) 21:00, 1 March 2019 (UTC)
:We have not, generally they are decided based on the National Pokedex guides. --[[User:Spriteit|Spriteit]] ([[User talk:Spriteit|talk]]) 23:28, 1 March 2019 (UTC)
::The colour scheme is already settled, take a look: {{template|Galar color}} ‑‑[[User:SilSinn9801|''SilSinn'']] ([[TID]]s: '''768426[[Pokémon Sun|S]]''', '''123446[[Pokémon Ultra Moon|UM]]''') [[User talk:SilSinn9801|💬]] 02:59, 5 March 2019 (UTC)
:::Please pay attention to the date, the template was made after this discussion was created.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:25, 5 March 2019 (UTC)
::::Maybe I chose the wrong word; instead of saying “already settled”, I should’ve said “now settled”. ‑‑[[User:SilSinn9801|''SilSinn'']] ([[TID]]s: '''768426[[Pokémon Sun|S]]''', '''123446[[Pokémon Ultra Moon|UM]]''') [[User talk:SilSinn9801|💬]] 05:27, 5 March 2019 (UTC)

== Is this worth mentioning somewhere? ==

https://gonintendo.com/stories/330035-spanish-newspaper-accidentally-reports-on-pokemon-sword-shield

[[User:Unowninator|¿¡Unowninator?!]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 01:20, 4 March 2019 (UTC)

== If this page is protected from non-admin edits, … ==

… then why does it still have the {{template|Upcoming notice}} template call on top? No one can right now add rumours, speculations, spam, etc. to the page - thus no need for the notice to warn about editing the article without first checking sources, because the page is protected from editing by non-admins, and admins here do not speculate or spam (that is, as long as no admin here becomes another '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''', of course!). It still needs to alert that it is a future event, however. ‑‑[[User:SilSinn9801|''SilSinn'']] ([[TID]]s: '''768426[[Pokémon Sun|S]]''', '''123446[[Pokémon Ultra Moon|UM]]''') [[User talk:SilSinn9801|💬]] 02:49, 5 March 2019 (UTC)
:Who says the sentence doesn't apply to staff members as well? Staff also needs to make sure what they add isn't speclaation and/or rumor. The template is fine and is required.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:20, 5 March 2019 (UTC)
::BTW, were you a staff member when TTEchidna was evicted from this wiki (2011 or so)? ‑‑[[User:SilSinn9801|''SilSinn'']] ([[TID]]s: '''768426[[Pokémon Sun|S]]''', '''123446[[Pokémon Ultra Moon|UM]]''') [[User talk:SilSinn9801|💬]] 05:23, 5 March 2019 (UTC)
:::No, I was not. That is irrelevant to Sword and Shield..--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:26, 5 March 2019 (UTC)

== Sword/Shield packaging ==

Who is allowed to upload the recently-released packaging for Sword and Shield? ‐⁠‑''[[User:SilSinn9801|SilSinn]]'' ([[TID]]s: '''768426[[Pokémon Sun|S]]''', '''123446[[Pokémon Ultra Moon|UM]]''') [[User talk:SilSinn9801|💬]] 14:46, 5 June 2019 (UTC)

== Image Descriptions ==

The descriptions for both Sword logos in the Gallery incorrectly label the images as logos for Sun. [[User:AmoongussForLife|AmoongussForLife]] ([[User talk:AmoongussForLife|talk]]) 21:03, 6 June 2019 (UTC)

== E3 ==

You can add the New Pokémon announced [[Yamper]] and [[Impidimp]] and the Gym Leader, [[Nessa]]? --[[User:Emmakazam22|Emmakazam22]] ([[User talk:Emmakazam22|talk]]) 13:03, 14 June 2019 (UTC)

== Why is there no mention of the game not having all Pokemon? ==

During E3, they announced that some Pokémon can't be transferred. Why isn't this in the article? [[User:Unowninator|¿¡Unowninator?!]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 19:42, 18 June 2019 (UTC)
:Because we don't yet know the exact details, probably. [[User:Bwburke94|bwburke94]] ([[User talk:Bwburke94|talk]]) 04:10, 20 June 2019 (UTC)

== uh... ==

does... does anyone want to add the new information from yesterday morning to the page...? [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 21:26, 8 August 2019 (UTC)
:yo. anyone awake on this website???? [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 05:25, 10 August 2019 (UTC)

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Legendary Pokémon

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{{Samename|Pokémon identified in the [[Pokédex]] with the "Legendary" [[Pokémon category|category]]|Arcanine (Pokémon)}}
{{Samename|"LegendaryPKMN" website|LegendaryPKMN}}
{{Samename|"Pokémon LEGEND" type of Trading Card|Pokémon LEGEND (TCG)}}
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[[File:2018 Legendary Pokemon Distributions artwork.png|thumb|right|370px|Artwork depicting a variety of Legendary Pokémon]]

'''Legendary Pokémon''' (Japanese: '''{{tt|伝説|でんせつ}}のポケモン''' ''Legendary Pokémon'') are a group of incredibly rare and often very powerful {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}, generally featured prominently in the legends and myths of the Pokémon world.

[[Mythical Pokémon]] are a related but separate group of Pokémon, which are usually {{pkmn2|event}}-exclusive. Apart from Japanese or Korean media, Mythical Pokémon were considered to be Legendary Pokémon prior to [[Generation V]].

No explicit criteria defines what makes a Pokémon a Legendary Pokémon. Instead, the only way to identify a Pokémon as belonging to this group is through statements from official media, such as the {{pkmn|games}} or {{pkmn|anime}}.

==Characteristics of Legendary Pokémon==
Aside from the high [[statistic]]s shared by most Legendary Pokémon, many can be obtained at most once per save file (excluding [[Event Pokémon|Pokémon events]]); in order to obtain multiple, a player would need to trade for one. Legendary Pokémon are usually encountered as interactable or [[roaming Pokémon]]. Starting in {{v2|Platinum}}, legendary Pokémon will reappear when the player defeats the {{pkmn|Champion}} if the Pokémon fainted earlier.

The [[gender]] of most Legendary Pokémon is unknown (though there are seven notable exceptions: {{p|Latios}}, {{p|Latias}}, {{p|Heatran}}, {{p|Cresselia}}, {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, and {{p|Landorus}}). In the [[core series]] games, no Legendary Pokémon can [[Pokémon breeding|breed]] or hatch from an {{pkmn|Egg}}. With the exception of {{p|Type: Null}} and {{p|Cosmog}} and their respective evolutionary families, Legendary Pokémon cannot [[Evolution|evolve]], although many are able to [[List of Pokémon with form differences|change form]] and are part of a [[Legendary duo|duo]] or [[Legendary trio|trio]].

Much like [[starter Pokémon]] appear at the beginning of each [[regional Pokédex]] and their generation's portion of the [[National Pokédex]], Mythical Pokémon typically appear at the very end, and Legendary Pokémon immediately before them.

==={{tt|Statistical average|Considering alternate forms as separate Pokémon}}===
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|Defense=100.85
|SpAtk=115.76
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|Speed=94.69
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===In the anime===
Legendary Pokémon typically make their anime debut in a {{pkmn|movie}}, rather than first appearing in a normal episode. Many are worshipped as {{wp|deity|gods}} by particular groups of people. In the anime, they are often only seen by special {{pkmn|Trainer}}s, usually [[Ash Ketchum]] and people who have a special connection to them. Ill-intentioned people often seek to possess them, due to their power and rarity.

Trainers using Legendary and Mythical Pokémon that they have in [[Poké Ball]]s, or even as a non-owned Pokémon, are not unheard of. {{FB|Factory Head|Noland}} befriended and fought official {{pkmn|battle}}s with an {{TP|Noland|Articuno}}. Likewise, {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}} in the anime owned the three {{TP|Brandon|Legendary titans}} in Poké Balls and trained them. {{si|Tobias}} owned the Mythical Pokémon {{p|Darkrai}} and the Legendary Pokémon {{p|Latios}}. In the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]], another Trainer owned a {{p|Heatran}}. Finally, a [[Nurse Joy]] who visited the [[Pewter Gym]] under assignment of the [[Pokémon Inspection Agency|PIA]] kept a {{p|Latias}} in a Poké Ball.

In the anime, there are some cases in which Legendary Pokémon are implied to breed in the wild, as seen with {{p|Lugia}}, {{p|Latios}}, and {{p|Latias}}.

==List of Legendary Pokémon==
Of the {{numpkmn}} Pokémon species, 49 are Legendary Pokémon ({{#expr: (49/{{numpkmn}}*100) round2}}%). Each released [[generation]] has introduced at least three Legendary Pokémon.

===Generation I===
Four Legendary Pokémon were introduced in [[Generation I]], with one trio and one standalone Legendary Pokémon.

====Legendary birds====
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[[File:Legendary birds.png|thumb|right|270px|{{p|Zapdos}}, {{p|Articuno}}, and {{p|Moltres}}; art from a [[Articuno, Moltres, and Zapdos (Warner Bros. promo)|TCG card]] by [[Mitsuhiro Arita]]]]
The three Legendary birds, also known as the Winged Mirages, are the resident [[Legendary trio]] of the [[Kanto]] region. Each of them is based on a mythical bird, and each is associated with a [[Seasons|season]] (though none of the three is associated with autumn).

In the games, all three are available in the Kanto region in all of its appearances except for [[Generation II]]. {{p|Articuno}} takes up residence in the [[Seafoam Islands]] in the south, {{p|Zapdos}} in the [[Kanto Power Plant|Power Plant]] (next to it in Generation IV) in the east, and {{p|Moltres}} in a variety of places, {{ka|Victory Road}}, [[Mt. Ember]], or [[Mt. Silver]], depending on the generation. In {{game|Platinum}}, they are also found {{pkmn2|roaming}} [[Sinnoh]]. One also appears in Generation VI {{pkmn2|roaming}} [[Kalos]] before heading to the [[Sea Spirit's Den]], where it can be battled and caught.

In the anime, the Legendary birds appear together in ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'', in which they rule over the islands surrounding [[Shamouti Island]]. If they are disturbed and begin to fight, only {{OBP|Lugia|M02}} can stop them, though it will fail without additional help from the Chosen One. Separately, Articuno appears in ''[[EP189|Freeze Frame]]'', ''[[AG135|Numero Uno Articuno]]'', and ''[[AG136|The Symbol Life]]'', while Zapdos appears in ''[[EP242|As Clear As Crystal]]'', ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'', ''[[DP094|Doc Brock!]]'', and ''[[XY110|An Electrifying Rage!]]'', and Moltres appears in ''[[EP074|All Fired Up!]]'', ''[[SS018|The Search for the Legend]]'', and ''[[XY086|A Legendary Photo Op!]]''.
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====Mewtwo====
[[File:150Mewtwo.png|thumb|250px|{{p|Mewtwo}}]]
Mewtwo is a catlike Pokémon which is an enhanced clone of the [[Mythical Pokémon]] {{p|Mew}}. Mewtwo has two [[Mega Evolution]]s, which increase its [[base stat]] total to 780.

In the games, Mewtwo was too powerful for its creators and escaped from the {{ka|Pokémon Mansion}}, wrecking it in the process. Mewtwo then made its home in [[Cerulean Cave]], where all kinds of powerful Pokémon live.

In the anime, {{OBP|Mewtwo|original series}} was featured prominently, appearing in several episodes of the [[original series]], [[M01|the first movie]], and [[Mewtwo Returns|the first special episode]]. In the anime, Mewtwo was created by a group of scientists funded by [[Team Rocket]] boss {{an|Giovanni}} to create an enhanced clone of {{p|Mew}} for his own use. Although Mewtwo is initially a very angry Pokémon, viewing all humans as evil due to the acts of the scientists and Giovanni, after [[Ash Ketchum]] sacrifices himself to stop the fighting between Mew and Mewtwo, Mewtwo's heart softens, and it learns that some humans do care about their, and all, Pokémon. Meeting up with Ash again, Mewtwo is further shown that, despite being a genetically-enhanced clone of Mew, he and the other clones are no different to normal Pokémon, and because it erased Ash and his friends' memory at the end of their first meeting, realizes that Ash himself truly does care for others, even if he doesn't know them.

In the anime, another {{OBP|Mewtwo|Best Wishes series}} appeared in ''[[M16|Pokémon the Movie: Genesect and the Legend Awakened]]'', who also appeared as Mega Mewtwo Y.
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===Generation II===
More Legendary Pokémon were introduced in [[Generation II]], adding five more Legendary Pokémon for a running total of 9. The Legendary Pokémon introduced in this generation down can be separated into a trio and a duo.

====Legendary beasts====
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[[File:Entei Raikou Suicune.png|thumb|right|250px|[[Eusine]] and {{ga|Lyra}} discover {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Entei}}, and {{p|Suicune}} in the basement of the [[Burned Tower]]]]
Like the Legendary birds of the previous generation, a second trio of similar types was introduced in the neighboring [[Johto]] region. These Legendary beasts, so named because their features are based on many different creatures, both real and mythical, as well as mythological deities, were trapped in the [[Burned Tower|Brass Tower]] when it was struck by lightning and burned to the ground, resulting in their death. The trio was revived by the power of {{p|Ho-Oh}} and now [[roaming Pokémon|roam across the land]] because of their great power. It is unknown whether the three were already a Suicune, Raikou, and Entei when they died, or whether they were simply three non-Legendary Pokémon, and Ho-Oh reincarnated them as the first Legendary beasts. In the case of the latter, it is possible that these three would be the original three beasts, who created multiple descendants. For example, a new Entei is said to be born whenever a new volcano is formed.

In the games, more than one of each exists, with only the trio that roams Johto after being discovered in Brass Tower's basement during [[Generation II]] and [[Generation IV]] being that of the legend. Each was captured and changed into a [[Shadow Pokémon]] by [[Cipher]] in {{g|Colosseum}}, while one of the three, depending on the player's [[starter Pokémon]] choice, roams Kanto in {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, {{p|Entei}} for {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Raikou}} for {{p|Squirtle}}, and {{p|Suicune}} for {{p|Charmander}}.

In the anime, the Legendary beasts did not appear together until [[M13|the thirteenth movie]], despite being introduced in Generation II. It appears that an initial plan for the three Johto-era {{pkmn|movie}}s was to have each feature one of the Legendary beasts in a central role, with {{OBP|Entei|M03}} taking a central role in ''[[M03|Spell of the Unown: Entei]]'' and {{OBP|Suicune|M04}} taking the stage in ''[[M04|Celebi: The Voice of the Forest]]''. This did not pan out, however, possibly due to the canning of Johto's {{p|Celebi}} plotline, and Raikou was relegated to a role in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'', featuring anime characters based on {{ga|Ethan}} and {{ga|Kris}}, rather than [[M05|the fifth movie]], which focused on Legendary Pokémon from the then-upcoming [[Generation III]] instead.

Each of the beasts made an episodic appearance, as well, with Entei appearing in ''[[EP259|Entei at Your Own Risk]]'', Raikou briefly appearing in ''[[EP180|Houndoom's Special Delivery]]'', and Suicune having the most prominence (as in the games) through its appearance in ''[[EP117|Don't Touch That 'dile]]'', ''[[EP227|For Ho-Oh the Bells Toll!]]'', and ''[[DP028|Drifloon On the Wind!]]''.

====Tower duo====
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[[File:Lugia and ho-oh.jpg|200px|thumb|{{p|Lugia}} and {{p|Ho-Oh}}]]
The first [[game mascot]]s that were also Legendary Pokémon, {{p|Lugia}} and {{p|Ho-Oh}} are a pair of Legendary birds which formerly resided in [[Ecruteak City]] atop tall towers, leading to their designation. However, when the [[Burned Tower|Brass Tower]], the home of Lugia, was struck by lightning and burned to the ground, they both flew away, Lugia resolving to make its new home in the [[Whirl Islands]] and Ho-Oh to search the world for a pure-hearted Trainer. The two are thought to be as closely related as they are polar opposites, being based on the eastern legends of the {{wp|Fènghuáng}} and {{wp|Ryūjin}}.

In the games, Lugia does not play a central role in the Generation II storyline, instead being mentioned only as having lived in Ecruteak City before the Brass Tower burned. It is found in the Whirl Islands in the Generation II games and their {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s|remakes}} if the player holds a [[Silver Wing]]. It reaches prominence in the storyline of {{g|XD: Gale of Darkness}}, in which [[Shadow Lugia|one]] is corrupted by [[Cipher]] to become the ultimate [[Shadow Pokémon]], unable to be purified. It is also available on [[Navel Rock]] in Generation III, as an event-exclusive Legendary Pokémon.

In the anime, Lugia is featured in a central role in ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'', in which it is revealed that {{Ash}} is the Chosen One who must help it to quell the fighting of the [[Legendary birds]]. Another pair of them appeared when Ash and his friends travelled to the Whirl Islands in Johto. Likewise, in ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes: Latios & Latias]]'', {{OBP|Latios|M05}} was stated to have a father. This implies that some Legendary Pokémon can breed in the wild. Lugia appeared again in ''[[M21|The Power of Us]]''.

Ho-Oh has a much greater focus during Generation II, being named as the creator of the Legendary beasts. It can be found, if the player has a [[Rainbow Wing]], atop the [[Bell Tower]] in the Generation II games and their remakes. It makes an appearance in {{g|Colosseum}}, as well, as a reward for purifying all Shadow Pokémon and clearing [[Mt. Battle]]'s 100-battle challenge, and on [[Navel Rock]] like Lugia.

In the anime, {{an|Ho-Oh}} is notably the first Legendary Pokémon that appeared (outside of the [[Aim to Be a Pokémon Master|opening animation]], at least), flying over a rainbow as [[Ash Ketchum]] started his journey, at the end of ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]''. Ash has subsequently seen it several times over the course of his journey, but has never come face-to-face with it. Ho-Oh featured in ''[[M20|I Choose You!]]'' in a prominent role.
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===Generation III===
Many more Legendary Pokémon were added to the roster in [[Generation III]], with the eight new Legendary Pokémon bringing the total to 17. At this point in the series, Legendary Pokémon began to have a greater role in the storyline of the core series games, with the [[villainous teams]] plotting to reawaken the ancient Legendary Pokémon for their own use.

Many of the stories regarding the legendaries were slightly changed, or given a new perspective in the [[remakes]] of the first Generation III core series games, [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]]. Five of them also received new forms.

====Legendary titans====
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[[File:Legendary titans.png|thumb|right|250px|{{p|Regice}}, {{p|Registeel}}, and {{p|Regirock}}]]
This third trio of Legendary Pokémon, based on the {{wp|golem}}s of Hebrew legend, is featured minimally in [[Hoenn]] legend. This Legendary trio, as well as its [[trio master|master]], {{p|Regigigas}}, is commonly considered to have the most complicated method of in-game availability, with puzzles made of [[braille]] in the Hoenn region being the keys to unlocking their mystery.

As complex as the method in which they are obtained is the legend of the titans, which is told in {{game2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} and finally completed in {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}. Long ago, an ancient Pokémon, {{p|Regigigas}}, was said to have moved the continents into their present positions by pulling them with ropes. After it was finished, it created in its image three Pokémon: {{p|Regirock}}, from clay, {{p|Regice}}, from ice, and {{p|Registeel}}, from magma. Ancient people, seeing that the Pokémon was so powerful, sealed it away in the [[Snowpoint Temple]], while those it had created were separated from it and taken to the Hoenn region, sealed in three chambers, and left in the hopes that one day, someone would unlock the chambers and be able to tame the three so as to tame Regigigas. They are available in the [[Desert Ruins]], [[Island Cave]], and [[Ancient Tomb]] in Hoenn; as well as the [[Rock Peak Ruins]], [[Iceberg Ruins]], [[Iron Ruins]] in [[Sinnoh]] with an event {{p|Regigigas}}; and the [[Underground Ruins]] in [[Unova]].

In the anime, the [[Legendary titans (M08)|three Legendary titans]] starred together guarding the [[Tree of Beginning]] in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'', as well as members of {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}'s team in the Battle Frontier saga.
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====Eon duo====
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[[File:Latias Latios.png|thumb|250px|{{p|Latias}} and {{p|Latios}}]]
While {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Latios}} do not have a distinct legend behind them, they are incredibly rare, with only one of the two available in normal gameplay and the other available through an event.

Latios and Latias take on counterpart availability in {{game2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} as well as {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, with Latios being a [[roaming Pokémon]] in Ruby and SoulSilver, and Latias doing the same in Sapphire and HeartGold. In Emerald, after the player has defeated the Elite Four, their mother will ask if the Pokémon mentioned on TV was red or blue, and depending on that, one of the two will be roaming Hoenn. The other member of the duo will be found on [[Southern Island]], accessible by [[Eon Ticket]], in Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald, and in [[Pewter City]], through the [[Enigma Stone]] event, in HeartGold and SoulSilver.

In Generation VI, Latias and Latios gained the ability to [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]]. In {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, the Eon duo plays a much larger role in the main game's plot. They sense the grave danger Hoenn is about to face from the actions of Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}, and while the {{player}} is talking to {{Steven}} on the east side of {{rt|118|Hoenn}}, {{p|Latias}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{p|Latios}}{{sup/6|AS}} appears before the two, asking for their help. The player and Steven ride the Eon Pokémon to protect its counterpart from {{FB|Magma Admin|Courtney}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{FB|Aqua Admin|Matt}}{{sup/6|AS}} and their subordinate. After the fight {{p|Latios}}{{sup/6|OR}}/{{p|Latias}}{{sup/6|AS}} joins the player's party, holding its respective [[Mega Stone]]. Noticing the Mega Stone, Steven also gives the player a [[Key Stone|Mega Bracelet]]. After defeating Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}}, the player receives an item called the [[Eon Flute]] from Steven, highlighting the special bond between the two. The items enables the player to summon the Eon Pokémon and use it to [[soaring in the sky|soar]] through the skies of Hoenn.

In the anime, Latios and Latias were the stars of ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes: Latios & Latias]]'', in which the two guarded the city of [[Alto Mare]]. With a strong connection to the [[Soul Dew]], the two were responsible for protecting it from {{OBP|Annie|M05}} and [[Oakley]], who wished to steal it. In the main series, {{si|Tobias}} used a Latios against Ash, as his second Pokémon in the first semi-final battle of the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. A [[Nurse Joy]] had a Latias when testing the Pewter Gym in [[SS025]]. Both Latios and Latias appeared in ''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''; in this film, both of them were capable of Mega Evolution.
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====Weather trio====
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[[File:Weather trio.png|250px|thumb|A depiction of the cataclysmic battle between {{p|Groudon}}, {{p|Kyogre}}, and {{p|Rayquaza}}]]
This trio of super-ancient Pokémon, known as the weather trio due to their [[weather]]-related [[Ability|Abilities]], serve as the [[game mascot]]s of {{3v|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}}, and are the first Legendary trio to all be game mascots. The trio represents the three major components of the Earth: the hydrosphere, the lithosphere, and the atmosphere. Said to have expanded the land and sea, {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}} are among the most powerful Legendary Pokémon, while {{p|Rayquaza}} prevents the two from quarreling.

During the course of {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}, [[Team Magma]] or [[Team Aqua]], depending on the version, seeks out Groudon or Kyogre respectively, with the intention of awakening them to make more homes for Pokémon of the land or sea. Eventually, the plan goes wrong, and the player is forced to defeat or capture the Legendary Pokémon to stop a global disaster. In {{game|Emerald}}, instead, both teams are on the loose, intending to awaken their respective Legendary Pokémon, and only by interference from the player and {{p|Rayquaza}} does the fight end up resolved.

The three members of the trio received new forms in {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}. Rayquaza is now able to Mega Evolve, and Groudon and Kyogre can undergo [[Primal Reversion]] while holding their respective Orb. Primal Reversion is considered the opposite of Mega Evolution. The latter is the outcome of the connection between Pokémon and human, and the former is derived solely from the Pokémon itself. While Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} are again sought by Team Magma{{sup/6|OR}}/Aqua{{sup/6|AS}}, Rayquaza is the target of a mysterious girl named [[Zinnia]] during the post game plot called Delta Episode.

In the game, their history is revealed: thousands of years ago, during the primal age, the world was overflowing with natural energy. Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre fought over that energy in endless furious clashes. In the face of Primal Groudon and Kyogre's great power, people could do nothing. However, Rayquaza intervened, and its power overwhelmed that of the two Primal Pokémon, and peace returned to the world. A thousand years later, a meteoroid hit the earth, causing cracks in the ground that unleashed natural energy, causing Groudon and Kyogre to re-battle each other. Humans had a collective memory of how Rayquaza saved their race long ago, and that wish combined with the power of the Meteorite allowed Rayquaza to Mega Evolve for the first time and calm the two from quarreling.

In the anime, Groudon and Kyogre appeared in the two-part episode consisting of ''[[AG097|Gaining Groudon]]'' and ''[[AG098|The Scuffle of Legends]]''. In these episodes, Team Magma and Team Aqua finally succeed in awakening the two, as in the games, though their conflict is resolved very quickly. Rayquaza appeared in ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]'', where it fought against the pair of {{OBP|Deoxys|M07}}. The weather trio all made a starring appearance in their Primal/Mega Forms in ''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]'', engaging in a violent clash with many other legendaries.

===Generation IV===
Nine more Legendary Pokémon were introduced in [[Generation IV]], bringing the total to 26 Legendary Pokémon. Many of the Legendary Pokémon of this generation have little connection to the plot of the games, instead being minor, post-[[Hall of Fame]] sidequests for the player to go on. Three of the newly introduced Legendary Pokémon (four prior to the {{game|Platinum}} expansion of the Pokédex) are not in the Sinnoh [[regional Pokédex]], appearing only in the [[National Pokédex]].

====Lake guardians====
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[[File:Lake guardians anime.png|thumb|205px|right|{{p|Azelf}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, and {{p|Uxie}} in the anime]]
The lake guardians, [[Sinnoh]]'s resident Legendary trio, represent the spirit of all consciousness, with {{p|Uxie}} embodying knowledge, {{p|Mesprit}} embodying emotion, and {{p|Azelf}} embodying willpower. According to legend, having been created by {{p|Arceus|the Original One}}, the trio have the power to tame the powerful dragons it also created.

In the games, Uxie, Mesprit, and Azelf are found in the caverns of [[Lake Acuity]], [[Lake Verity]], and [[Lake Valor]], though Mesprit will roam Sinnoh after the player has encountered it, rather than battle immediately as the other two will. The trio are captured by [[Team Galactic]]'s {{tc|Commander}}s, [[Jupiter]], [[Mars]], and [[Saturn]], and subjected to the experiments of [[Charon]] to draw out the [[Red Chain]] from the gems in their bodies. [[Cyrus]] summons {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}, and alone, the lake guardians' power is not enough to stop them. {{p|Giratina}} interferes and draws Cyrus into the Distortion World, where the lake guardians assist the player in navigation through Giratina's lair.

In the anime, the lake guardians appeared, first in spirit form, in ''[[DP001|Following a Maiden's Voyage!]]'', ''[[DP078|Pruning a Passel of Pals]]'', and ''[[DP133|Uncrushing Defeat!]]'', to {{an|Dawn}}, {{Ash}}, and {{an|Brock}}. They were captured by [[J]], who had been hired by [[Team Galactic]], in ''[[DP151|The Needs of the Three!]]'', and were freed by Ash, Dawn, and Brock to stop the power of Dialga and Palkia in ''[[DP152|The Battle Finale of Legend!]]''.
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====Creation trio====
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[[File:Dialga-Palkia-Giratina.png|200px|thumb|left|{{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Palkia}}, and {{p|Giratina}} artwork from {{game|Platinum}}]]
The Legendary creators of the Pokémon universe, the creation trio consists of {{p|Dialga}} of time, {{p|Palkia}} of space, and {{p|Giratina}} of antimatter. Like the weather trio before them, they each serve as the mascots of [[Sinnoh]]'s trio of games, {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}.

In the games, Dialga and Palkia are sought by [[Cyrus]] to destroy and then remake the universe without spirit, a feature he hates about humanity. In Diamond and Pearl, Dialga or Palkia can be caught at [[Spear Pillar]], while Giratina may be obtained after the Pokémon League has been conquered. In Platinum, however, Giratina interferes with Cyrus's planned destruction of the universe, and may be captured in its home, the [[Distortion World]], while Dialga and Palkia cannot be found until the Elite Four have been defeated.

In the anime, {{mov|Dialga}} and {{mov|Palkia}} appeared together, fighting in ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'', while Dialga and {{mov|Giratina}} appeared in ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''. The three appeared together in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' and ''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''. Dialga and Palkia were also summoned at the Spear Pillar and chained by Cyrus in ''[[DP152|The Battle Finale of Legend!]]'', but were freed when he escaped into another universe and the Red Chain was shattered by Ash, Dawn, Brock, and their Pokémon.

In {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}} only, Dialga and Palkia were referenced as "mythical Pokémon" (Japanese: 神話のポケモン ''mythical Pokémon''); however, this pre-dates the term [[Mythical Pokémon]] (Japanese: 幻のポケモン ''Illusory Pokémon'') and has a different Japanese name.
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====Cresselia====
[[File:488Cresselia.png|thumb|175px|Artwork of {{p|Cresselia}} from Diamond and Pearl]]
{{p|Cresselia}} is a {{type|Psychic}} Pokémon who represents the {{wp|crescent moon}}, a sign of hope and good dreams.

In the games, Cresselia can be found on [[Fullmoon Island]] as part of a post-League quest to rid {{tc|Sailor}} [[Eldritch]]'s son of a nightmare. She will flee immediately, roaming Sinnoh and leaving behind a [[Lunar Wing]], which will heal the boy. In [[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2]], Cresselia can be found on [[Marvelous Bridge]] after obtaining the Lunar Wing in the [[Strange House]].

Cresselia made her debut appearance in the anime in ''[[DP104|Sleepless in Pre-Battle!]]'', in which she fought briefly against a {{p|Darkrai}}.
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====Heatran====
[[File:Ranger 3 Heatran mission art.png|thumb|left|250px|{{p|Heatran}} causing an eruption]]
{{p|Heatran}} is the embodiment of the planet's boiling {{wp|core}}, appearing in [[Stark Mountain]] in [[Sinnoh]], [[Reversal Mountain]] in [[Unova]], and [[Scorched Slab]]{{sup/6|ORAS}} in [[Hoenn]], where it was said to have been born at the same time as Dialga, Palkia, and Giratina created Sinnoh at the [[Spear Pillar]] and created the [[Battle Zone]]. Heatran is the only Legendary Pokémon with a variable gender.

Heatran first appeared in the anime in ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'', under the control of [[Marcus]], and later appeared in ''[[DP169|Pokémon Ranger: Heatran Rescue!]]'' as part of a Pokémon Ranger rescue mission.
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====Regigigas====
[[File:Regigigas anime.png|thumb|250px|{{p|Regigigas}} in the anime]]
{{p|Regigigas}} is the master of the [[Legendary titans]], having created them in ancient times and was said to have moved the continents in place, pulling them by rope.

In the games, Regigigas is found at the [[Snowpoint Temple]]{{sup/4|DPPt}}, [[Twist Mountain]]{{sup/5|B2W2}}, and [[Island Cave]]{{sup/6|ORAS}}, though it will not awaken unless all three of the Legendary titans are in the player's party.

Regigigas appeared in the anime in ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'', in which it attempted to stop a glacier from destroying [[Ten'i Village]]. Another appeared in ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]'', in which it was hunted by [[J]] and defended by {{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}.
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===Generation V===
Nine additional Legendary Pokémon were introduced in [[Generation V]], totaling 35 Legendary Pokémon. {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Zekrom}} played a large role in the storyline of {{game|Black and White|s}}, with the respective mascot Pokémon being a necessary and unavoidable capture to progress to the end of the game.

====Swords of Justice====
[[File:Swords of Justice M15.png|thumb|250px|The Swords of Justice]]
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{{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, and {{p|Virizion}} are a trio of Legendary Pokémon based on the titular characters of the 1844 French novel ''{{wp|The Three Musketeers}}'', and partially on hooved mammals such as deer, antelopes, oxen, goats, and horses. According to legend, they protect Pokémon from having their habitats destroyed by humans and have been known to have attacked human castles during the Middle Ages. Like the Three Musketeers, they are considered a trio but have a fourth, younger member in the form of {{p|Keldeo}}, a Mythical Pokémon, whom the other three rescued and raised after its home was destroyed by fire. All four of them can use their horns like swords, and learn their former [[signature move]], {{m|Sacred Sword}}, at level 42 (43 for {{p|Keldeo}}, most likely to refer to it becoming part of the group later).

They made their anime debut together, in the fifteenth Pokémon film ''[[M15|Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice]]'', where Keldeo was responsible for the freezing of the other three during a battle against {{OBP|Kyurem|M15}}, and sought help from {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}}. In the movie, Cobalion acts as the leader of the {{OBP|Swords of Justice|M15}}, protecting Pokémon and humans alike through the world.
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====Forces of Nature====
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[[File:Forces of Nature myth.png|thumb|200px|left|The [[Forces of Nature]] in the anime]]{{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, and {{p|Landorus}} are a trio of Pokémon based on {{wp|kami}}: {{wp|Fūjin}}, god of wind, {{wp|Raijin}}, god of thunder and lightning, and {{wp|Inari Ōkami|Inari}}, a fertility deity. Together the three represent the heavens and the nourishing effect the sky has upon the earth. According to a folktale retold by children at the [[Abundant Shrine]], Landorus punished Tornadus and Thundurus for destroying the land with gales and thunderstorms, and a shrine was built in honor of him. In [[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2]] they receive a new Forme, the Therian Forme, with their old Forme known as the Incarnate Forme; the Formes can be switched between with the [[Reveal Glass]].

In the anime, the Forces of Nature were sought by [[Team Rocket]] in Unova from ''[[BW056|The Lonely Deino!]]'' until they were able to awaken them on [[Milos Island]] in ''[[BW059|Stopping the Rage of Legends! Part 1]]'' and ''[[BW060|Part 2]]''. Tornadus and Thundurus fought on the island, while Ash and his friends awakened Landorus to put a stop to the fight (they all appeared in Incarnate Forme during these episodes). They debuted in Therian Forme in ''[[BW097|Unova's Survival Crisis!]]'', when Team Rocket once again attempted to capture them as the final goal of Operation Tempest. Together, they are said to have the power to control nature, which can be harnessed by one who possesses both {{an|Meloetta}} and the Reveal Glass.
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====Tao trio====
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[[File:Tao trio.png|thumb|200px|{{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Zekrom}} confronting {{p|Kyurem}}]]
{{p|Zekrom}} and {{p|Reshiram}} represent balance through the aspects of {{wp|Tao|Yin and Yang}}, respectively. Originally, they were a single dragon that helped found the Unova region's nation, but fighting between the [[Heroes of Truth and Ideals|two brothers]] who founded the nation split them into two halves. Despite this, the two Pokémon do not willingly fight each other.

In the games, [[Team Plasma]] hunt either Reshiram or Zekrom in {{game|Black and White|s}} in order to use them to liberate all Pokémon from their owners. [[N]] captures one of them and defeats [[Alder]]. The other dragon emerges from the [[Dragon Stones|Dragon Stone]] the player possesses, and the player must capture it and use it to defeat N. After his defeat, N rides off on his dragon to a far-off region. In [[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2]], which take place two years later, [[Ghetsis]] revives Team Plasma and captures Kyurem in order to freeze and take control of the Unova region. N confronts him with Zekrom{{sup/5|B2}}/Reshiram{{sup/5|W2}}, but Ghetsis seizes the opportunity to fuse the Tao dragon with Kyurem using the [[DNA Splicers]] to create Black Kyurem{{sup/5|B2}}/White Kyurem{{sup/5|W2}}. The player defeats Kyurem and Ghetsis, restoring balance to the region.

Reshiram and Zekrom are the stars of [[M14|''Pokémon The Movie: White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Pokémon The Movie: Black—Victini and Reshiram'']] along with Victini. Zekrom debuted in ''[[BW001|In The Shadow of Zekrom!]]'' causing [[Ash's Pikachu]]'s electric crisis, and appeared in numerous flashbacks and fantasies afterwards. Reshiram also debuted in a cameo at the beginning of ''[[BW001|In The Shadow of Zekrom!]]'' and had a large role in the "Episode N" arc, as [[Team Plasma]]'s target, appearing in ''[[BW122|What Lies Beyond Truth and Ideals!]]''. Reshiram and Zekrom make a cameo appearance in ''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''.

{{p|Kyurem}} is related to Reshiram and Zekrom and represents {{wp|Wuji (philosophy)|wuji}}, which is the absence of yin and yang. Using the [[DNA Splicers]], Kyurem can be fused with Reshiram or Zekrom into White Kyurem or Black Kyurem, respectively; with the same item, the fusion can be undone.

Kyurem is the star of ''[[M15|Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice]]'' along with Keldeo, where it seems as a ferocious Pokémon, and can change forms without the DNA Splicers. It is also capable of this when it appears in ''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''.
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===Generation VI===
Three additional Legendary Pokémon were introduced in [[Generation VI]], totaling 38 Legendary Pokémon. This is the first generation to introduce fewer Legendary Pokémon than the generation before it.

====Aura trio====
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[[File:Xerneas artwork.png|thumb|200px|{{p|Xerneas}}|left]]
[[File:Yveltal artwork.png|thumb|200px|{{p|Yveltal}}|left]]
[[File:718Zygarde.png|thumb|200px|{{p|Zygarde|Zygarde 50% Forme}}]]
The Legendary [[game mascot]]s of [[Pokémon X and Y]] are {{p|Xerneas}} and {{p|Yveltal}}, and they form the [[aura trio]] along with {{p|Zygarde}}. Xerneas and Yveltal represent life and destruction, respectively, while Zygarde is said to monitor the balance of the ecosystem and reveal its power when the ecosystem is disrupted. Xerneas has the power to share eternal life, while Yveltal absorbs the life force of everything around it. Xerneas sleeps in the form of a tree, while Yveltal sleeps in the form of a cocoon. Xerneas and Yveltal have the Abilities {{a|Fairy Aura}} and {{a|Dark Aura}}, respectively, while Zygarde's {{a|Aura Break}} reverses the effects of these Abilities.

Xerneas has {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Xerneas|two Formes}}, appearing in Active Mode in battle and Neutral Mode otherwise. Yveltal has no form differences. Zygarde appeared only as Zygarde 50% Forme in Pokémon X and Y, but had {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|two other Formes}} and two further components introduced in the anime and in [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]]. Zygarde's other Formes are Zygarde 10% Forme, a dog-like Forme that includes 10% of Zygarde's full power, and Zygarde Complete Forme, whose power is said to exceed that of Xerneas and Yveltal. Its further components are Zygarde Cells, tiny cell-like creatures that make up Zygarde's body, and Zygarde Cores, cell-like creatures said to be its mind.

In [[Pokémon X and Y]], [[Lysandre]] captures Xerneas or Yveltal to use their power in the [[ultimate weapon]] to create a "beautiful world" in his image. Either Xerneas or Yveltal are captured by the player at the [[Team Flare Secret HQ]] upon awakening from their dormant forms. Zygarde 50% Forme can be found in [[Terminus Cave]] after the player enters the Hall of Fame.

In the anime, Xerneas and Yveltal starred in the movie ''[[M17|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction]]'', along with Diancie, where Xerneas and Yveltal are shown to be residents of the [[Allearth Forest]]. Xerneas made a minor appearance in ''[[XY041|Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!]]'', being responsible for causing Ash and his friends to get lost in fog during the orienteering activity.

In the anime, Zygarde debuted in ''[[SS035|Mega Evolution Special IV]]'' in its 50% Forme alongside a Zygarde Core. A Zygarde Core has traveled alongside Ash and his friends, nicknamed [[Squishy]] by Bonnie, since the beginning of the {{DL|List of XY series episodes|XY&Z|''XYZ'' arc}}, and another Zygarde Core referred to as [[Z2]] was captured by [[Team Flare]]. Both of these Cores have appeared in all three Formes of Zygarde.
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===Generation VII===
[[Generation VII]] introduced eleven Legendary Pokémon, totaling 49 Legendary Pokémon. Six of these Pokémon are part of [[Pokémon Evolution|evolutionary chains]].

====Type: Null and Silvally====
[[File:772Type Null.png|thumb|left|200px|{{p|Type: Null}}]]
[[File:773Silvally.png|thumb|200px|{{p|Silvally}}]]
{{p|Type: Null}} and its evolution {{p|Silvally}} are man-made Pokémon created by the [[Aether Foundation]] for [[Faba]]'s "Beast Killer" project, which aimed to create a Pokémon with similarity to {{p|Arceus}} through data collected from [[Sinnoh]]'s [[Canalave Library]].

Although the project was deemed a failure and the resulting three models of Type: Null were put into cryogenic stasis, [[Gladion]] managed to evolve the stolen Type: Null that became his partner. He named the evolution Silvally.

In the anime, Type: Null debuted in ''[[SM037|Rising from the Ruins!]]'' under the nickname "Silvally" and owned by {{an|Gladion}}. It later evolved into Silvally in ''[[SM049|Mission: Total Recall!]]''.

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====Guardian deities====
{{main|Guardian deities}}
[[File:Guardian deities anime.png|thumb|200px|The Guardian Deities in the anime]]
The guardian deities are {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} who protect the islands where they live. Each of the four main islands in Alola has a guardian deity: {{p|Tapu Koko}} on [[Melemele Island]], {{p|Tapu Lele}} on [[Akala Island]], {{p|Tapu Bulu}} on [[Ula'ula Island]], and {{p|Tapu Fini}} on [[Poni Island]]. The [[Island Kahuna]]s are each chosen by their island's guardian deity.

In the anime, Tapu Koko first appeared in ''[[SM001|Alola to New Adventure!]]'' and gave Ash a [[Z-Ring]]. Tapu Lele debuted in ''[[SM020|Partner Promises!]]'', in which it healed Ash. Tapu Bulu and Tapu Fini both debuted in ''[[SM044|A Dream Encounter!]]'', in which all four tapu sensed [[Nebby]]'s birth. All four later appeared in ''[[SM051|Family Determination!]]'' and ''[[SM052|Revealing the Stuff of Legend!]]'', in which they helped Nebby evolve into {{p|Solgaleo}}.
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====Cosmog and Cosmoem====
[[File:789Cosmog.png|thumb|left|200px|{{p|Cosmog}}]]
[[File:790Cosmoem.png|thumb|200px|{{p|Cosmoem}}]]
{{p|Cosmog}} and Cosmoem are {{type|Psychic}} Legendary Pokémon introduced in [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]], they are the pre-evolutions of {{p|Solgaleo}} and {{p|Lunala}}. Cosmog has a major role in the game as a Pokémon being studied by the [[Aether Foundation]]. [[Lillie]], the daughter of Aether Foundation's president, [[Lusamine]], spirits Cosmog away and nicknames it [[Nebby]], hiding it in her bag as she tries to learn more about it by visiting the [[guardian deities]]. Over the course of the game, Nebby evolves into {{p|Cosmoem}} and eventually the [[version mascot]] of the game: the {{2t|Psychic|Steel}}-type Solgaleo in Pokémon Sun and the {{2t|Psychic|Ghost}}-type Lunala in Pokémon Moon. Another Cosmog can be obtained by the player in the post-game.

In the anime, both Solgaleo and Lunala debuted in ''[[SM044|A Dream Encounter]]'', in which they emerged from an [[Ultra Wormhole]] at [[Altar of the Sunne]] to create a Cosmog, which Ash found and cared for. {{an|Lillie}} named this Cosmog [[Nebby]]. It evolved into Cosmoem in ''[[SM050|Faba's Revenge!]]'' and then into Solgaleo in ''[[SM052|Revealing the Stuff of Legend!]]''.
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====Light trio====
{{main|Light trio}}
[[File:Ultra Sun Ultra Moon Necrozma Solgaleo Lunala artwork.png|thumb|200px|Light trio]]
The Light trio is a group consisting of {{p|Solgaleo}}, {{p|Lunala}}, and {{p|Necrozma}} who resemble the [[Ultra Beast]]s and has given light to the Alola region when it was first created. According to legends, Solgaleo and Lunala appeared from an [[Ultra Wormhole]], the ancient kings of Alola bowing down to them and worshiped them. The Guardian Deities battled them and lost, gifting them the [[Tapunium Z]] after their defeat.

Necrozma was believed to have come from an [[Ultra Space|alternate dimension]] long ago. It has a major role in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, where as the "Blinding One", it once shared light across [[Alola]] and Ultra Space before an unknown injury caused Necrozma to lose its true form. This resulted in Necrozma becoming extremely vicious and constantly in pain, which made it steal light from other worlds or the Solgaleo and Lunala in order to sustain itself and regain the form it once had.

Solgaleo and Lunala have form like-transformations known as [[List of Pokémon with form differences#Solgaleo and Lunala|Radiant Sun phase and Full Moon phase]] respectively when using their powers. Necrozma has three additional forms introduced in [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]]. It transforms into the first two, called Dusk Mane Necrozma and Dawn Wings Necrozma, when it has absorbed Solgaleo and Lunala, respectively. Either of these two forms can further transform into the third, Ultra Necrozma, after absorbing enough light to restore its true form.

In the anime, Solgaleo and Lunala both debuted in ''[[SM044|A Dream Encounter!]]'', where the pair emerged from two [[Ultra Wormhole]] at [[Altar of the Sunne]] to create a {{p|Cosmog}}, which it then gave to the [[guardian deities]] to be placed in a location when it will be found by {{Ash}}. Ultra Necrozma debuted in ''[[SM074|Tough Guy Trials!]]'' in a book mentioned by [[Acerola]], which revealed how Ultra Necrozma, Solgaleo, and Lunala brought light to [[Alola]] and how Ultra Necrozma earned the title of the "Blinding One".
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===Generation VIII===
[[File:Zacian.png|thumb|left|200px|{{p|Zacian}}]]
[[File:Zamazenta.png|thumb|200px|{{p|Zamazenta}}]]
{{p|Zacian}} and {{p|Zamazenta}} are Legendary Pokémon introduced in [[Pokemon Sword and Shield]]. Little info is known about them other than their names and appearance.
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==Trivia==

* Though {{p|Unown}} is not considered to be a Legendary Pokémon, in ''[[M03|Spell of the Unown: Entei]]'', it is shown in [[Molly Hale]]'s book about Legendary Pokémon, its power (in large numbers, at least) appears to match that of Legendary Pokémon, and within the canon of the movie it is specifically referred to as a Legendary Pokémon.
* {{p|Heatran}} is the only Legendary Pokémon that can be either gender.
* According to interviews with [[Junichi Masuda]] in 2009, Legendary Pokémon are the most difficult to design names for because Game Freak strives to make sure that the names of Legendary Pokémon are universal across the different translations, so extra work must be put into their names to make sure that they work universally in all languages and don't conflict with anything else. This is consistent with the relatively small number of Legendary Pokémon that have had their names changed significantly outside of Japan (currently 16: the [[Legendary birds]], the [[lake guardians]], the [[Forces of Nature]], {{p|Silvally}}, the [[guardian deities]], and in [[Pokémon in Greater China|Chinese]] only, the [[Mew duo]]).
* Each member of the [[Legendary beasts]] and the [[Tao trio]] has its own remix of each trio's designated battle theme:
** In {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}, Suicune's theme uses bells, Entei's theme uses an electric guitar, and Raikou's theme is synthesized.
** Reshiram's theme employs a burning fire effect, Zekrom's theme employs a crackling thunder effect, and normal Kyurem's theme features an extra slapped bass part playing in the background.
* The Legendary birds are the Legendary Pokémon that have been available in the wild in the greatest number of core series games, each being able to be caught in fifteen core series games ([[Pokémon Red and Green Versions|Pokémon Red, Green]], [[Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|Blue]], {{v2|Yellow}}, [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed, LeafGreen]], {{v2|Platinum}}, [[Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold, SoulSilver]], [[Pokémon X and Y Versions|X, Y]], [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun, Ultra Moon]], [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu!, and Let's Go, Eevee!]]).
* {{p|Type: Null}}, {{p|Cosmog}}, and {{p|Cosmoem}} are the only Legendary Pokémon that evolve. Incidentally, all three were introduced in Generation VII.

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Ash's Naganadel

2019-06-03T05:57:21Z

Nutter Butter: /* Trivia */ I mean we can't really say "non-temporary" now that Poipole has been released

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|pokemonname=Poipole
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|epname=The Professors' New Adventure!
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|catchepname=Love at First Twirl!
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|enva1=[[Lisa Ortiz]]
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'''Ash's Poipole''' (Japanese: '''サトシのベベノム''' ''Satoshi's Bevenom'') was the fourth {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} that {{Ash}} {{pkmn2|caught}} in the [[Alola]] [[region]], and his fiftieth overall.

==History==
===As a wild Pokémon===
When Poipole was in [[Poipole's world|its home world]], it lived in a nest with multiple other {{p|Poipole}} and an elder {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Naganadel}}. A {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Necrozma}}, in its {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Necrozma|Ultra form}}, also lived in the same world, whose light would make the world a lush and green planet. Although it would often protect the Poipole and Naganadel, one day a meteorite came crashing down and in order to protect the world from its impact, Necrozma collided with it. But in destroying the meteorite, it turned into a different form with a black appearance and fell into a crevasse. After falling, the change in Necrozma's form caused it to be encased in a spiky and crystallised cocoon and turned the lush and bright world into a desolate and dark place. The Poipole and Naganadel would huddle together and take in the remnants of light left. Poipole later left the world, attempting to find a better place to live.
[[File:Poipole Pikachu.png|left|thumb|250px|Playing with {{AP|Pikachu}}]]
Poipole first appeared towards the end of ''[[SM055|The Professors' New Adventure!]]'', when it was seen traversing through an [[Ultra Wormhole]]. It reappeared in ''[[SM061|A Mission of Ultra Urgency!]]'', where it emerged from the wormhole on [[Melemele Island]] and started roaming around. Soon, it came to witness {{Ash}} and {{ashcl}} battling a {{p|Buzzwole}} during their first [[Ultra Guardians]] mission, and became fascinated by the light produced by {{AP|Pikachu}}'s [[move|attacks]]. It excitedly approached Pikachu while the rest of the group had their attention on whether Buzzwole's capture was successful or not.

In ''[[SM067|Love at First Twirl!]]'', Poipole recalled Pikachu's {{m|Thunderbolt}} after encountering a wild {{p|Chinchou}}, and went looking for him, eventually finding him at the [[Pokémon School]]. While Ash and his classmates were focusing on their lesson, Poipole attracted Pikachu's attention and lured him away, wanting to see Pikachu's {{type|Electric}} moves again. After Pikachu had shared an apple with it, Poipole started showing its affection towards him with constant nuzzling. [[Ash's Rowlet]], who was looking for Pikachu, mistook this as Pikachu being in trouble and tried to attack Poipole, only for Poipole to panic and use {{m|Toxic}} on Rowlet, {{status|poison}}ing it. After Pikachu scolded Poipole, it understood its mistake and offered to help carry Rowlet. While going through [[Hau'oli City]], the two were attacked by {{TRT}}, who tried to capture them, but were saved when Ash showed up.

Later, Poipole was brought to the Ultra Guardians base where [[Lusamine]] contacted the group and, since {{Rotom}} had been unable to recognize it, told them the {{OBP|Pokémon|species|species}} name they had chosen to give for Poipole. Lusamine also suggested that Ash should {{pkmn2|caught|catch}} Poipole and take care of it until they could figure out the location of the wormhole it had appeared from, which he agreed to. However, Poipole happily evaded all the {{ball|Beast}}s that Ash tried to throw at it, thinking that Ash was playing with it. {{an|Lillie}} suggested that they'd demonstrate to Poipole what going into and being let out of a [[Poké Ball]] would be like, which Ash did by repeatedly [[recall]]ing and sending out Rowlet. With the demonstration done and Poipole now understanding his intentions, Ash prepared to throw another Beast Ball, only for Poipole to touch the ball and be caught voluntarily, much to everyone's surprise. Later, Poipole was seen playing with Ash and {{cat|Ash's Pokémon|his other Pokémon}} at {{an|Professor Kukui}}'s house, even painting a picture of Pikachu on the wall.

===With Ash===
[[File:Ash and Poipole.png|thumb|250px|Poipole and Ash]]
In ''[[SM079|Showering the World with Love!]]'', Ash and his classmates visited the [[Hokulani Observatory]] to witness {{p|Minior}} showers falling from the sky and then floating back into space. When the first Minior fell, Poipole immediately became fascinated by the shining light they emitted. One Minior, however, hadn't managed to break out of its shell like the rest, so Ash and {{an|Kiawe}} carried it to the observatory. At the observatory, Poipole kept examining the Minior, until next morning, its shell finally broke, revealing an {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Minior|Orange Core}}. Poipole wanted to be friends with the Minior, but initially upset it by spraying some of its paint-like ooze on it. Poipole, however, understood that it had made Minior angry, and cheered it up by painting a picture of it on the wall. Over the course of the day, the two played a lot together, becoming good friends. The next night, another Minior shower came, reuniting Minior with its friends. However, as they started floating back up again, they began to fade away, as they couldn't survive too long without their shell. The same also happened to the Orange Core Minior that Poipole had become friends with, making Poipole sad, but it was calmed down by a gentle hug from Ash.
[[File:Ash Poipole farewell.png|thumb|left|250px|Poipole waving goodbye]]

In ''[[SM084|The Shape of Love to Come!]]'', Ash encountered [[Mina]], an artist whose {{p|Ribombee}} is capable of detecting the emotions of others. With Ribombee's help, Mina deciphered that Poipole expressed its emotions through its paintings and that it loves Ash and considered him and everyone who lives at Professor Kukui's house to be its family. During the following night, Poipole had a dream about a dark place filled with multiple sad Poipole and a tired Naganadel, causing it to wake up and go look at the moon while crying. The next day, Ash noticed that Poipole was sad and met with Mina again to help find out what Poipole was feeling. Mina accepted and discovered that Poipole was on a mission of some kind. Later that day, Ash noticed Poipole painting a picture of "The Blinding One", which it had taken notice of in a book [[Acerola]] read to them [[SM074|previously]].

In ''[[SM089|The Prism Between Light and Darkness!]]'', Poipole returned to its home world when the Ultra Guardians followed {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Lunala}} through an Ultra Wormhole. Poipole reunited with the other Poipole and Naganadel, who told the group about Poipole's motive for coming to Alola. Poipole [[SM090|later]] joined the rest of Alola in showering Necrozma with light so it could return to its {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Necrozma|normal form}}. After the Ultra Guardians helped return the light to its homeland, Naganadel informed the Ultra Guardians that Poipole wanted to stay behind. Thus, Poipole left Ash and returned to its hive, but not before drawing Ash and Pikachu's faces on the ground to express its final goodbye to them.

==Personality and characteristics==
[[File:Ash Poipole drawing.png|thumb|250px|Poipole expressing itself with its drawings]]
Poipole is shown to be quite playful with other Pokémon. In one instance of this in ''[[SM061|A Mission of Ultra Urgency!]]'', whilst Ash and his classmates were waiting to see if Buzzwole had been captured, Poipole attempted to play with {{AP|Pikachu}} before flying off. It has also been shown to have a fascination with light, as shown how it tends to stop to admire Pikachu's {{type|Electric}} moves, much like how [[Ash's Goodra]] admired Pikachu's strength. In addition, Poipole is known to laugh even when attacked. Poipole took an instant liking to Ash after he helped saved it from Team Rocket. This was also seen when Ash showed it how [[Poké Ball]]s work. Equally, it also became quick friends with its teammates. Despite being a playful trickster, Poipole never seems to intend any serious harm, as it clearly felt sorry when Pikachu scolded it for poisoning Rowlet, and offered to help carry Rowlet.

Poipole has a habit of spinning on its head when feeling happy. It also likes to express its affection for Pikachu by nuzzling him. Despite Poipole's playfulness, it has been shown to be there for its friends, like in ''[[SM075|Some Kind of Laziness!]]'', when it rescued and brought back {{AP|Rowlet}} after it was almost blown away by the harsh winds blowing through the [[Haina Desert]]. Poipole has also been shown to love making paintings with its ooze, especially of those whom it wishes to be good friends with, like Pikachu and {{p|Minior}}. As revealed in ''[[SM084|The Shape of Love to Come!]]'', Poipole uses its drawings to express its feelings to others. It draws lighting bolt-shaped marks on or next to things that it likes or loves, and has been seen drawing teardrop shapes when feeling sad.

Being an Ultra Beast, Poipole is quite unfamiliar with the world of Ash and {{ashcl}}, and is driven by a great sense of curiosity, as seen in ''[[SM068|Real Life...Inquire Within!]]'', when it began to play with an {{alo|Exeggutor}}'s tail head, unintentionally causing the Exeggutor to send Ash rolling out of the [[Pokémon Center]] he was in. This same curiosity almost got it in trouble with a {{p|Tauros}} on {{an|Kiawe}}'s family's farm. Poipole appears to lack the ability to smell, as it was unaffected by the stench produced by Garbodor in ''Real Life...Inquire Within!'' and reacted with indifference to the aroma produced by the flowers grown by {{DL|Guardian deities (anime)|Tapu Bulu}} in ''Some Kind of Laziness!''.

==Moves used==
{{anmov/h|poison||Ash Poipole {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Toxic|1=Fury Attack}}.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Toxic|1=Fury Attack}}}}
{{anmov|poison|Toxic|SM067|Love at First Twirl!}}
{{anmov|normal|Fury Attack|SM084|The Shape of Love to Come!}}
{{anmov/f|poison}}

===Moves improvised===
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! {{color|FFF|Partnered With}}
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| rowspan="2" | [[File:Super Pokémon Fireworks.png|150px]]
| ''[[SM078|Twirling with a Bang!]]''
| {{m|Electroweb}}, {{m|Zing Zap}}, {{m|Discharge}}, {{m|Bubble Beam}}, {{m|Magical Leaf}}, {{m|Flamethrower}}, {{m|Fire Blast}}, and {{m|Powder Snow}}
| The [[Ultra Guardians]]' Pokémon
|- style="background:#FFF"
| colspan="3" style="text-align:left" |'''Description:''' Super Pokémon Fireworks (Japanese: '''超特大ポケモン花火''' ''Super Special Pokémon Fireworks'') A combination move used by the Ultra Guardians' partner Pokémon and their [[Poké Ride|Ride Pokémon]]. {{AP|Pikachu}} launches {{m|Electroweb}} into the air, followed by {{TP|Sophocles|Togedemaru}} and {{TP|Sophocles|Charjabug}} adding to it by creating a makeshift Electroweb with {{m|Zing Zap}} and {{m|Discharge}}, respectively. {{TP|Lana|Popplio}}, {{TP|Mallow|Steenee}}, {{TP|Kiawe|Turtonator}}, and {{TP|Kiawe|Charizard}} add to the combination with {{m|Bubble Beam}}, {{m|Magical Leaf}}, and a double {{m|Flamethrower}}, respectively. {{p|Flygon}}, {{p|Garchomp}}, and {{p|Altaria}} then use a triple {{m|Fire Blast}}, followed by [[Snowy]]'s {{m|Powder Snow}} and Poipole's poison. Together, the moves make a giant spinning ferris wheel-shaped construction.
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==Trivia==
* Excluding temporary Pokémon, Poipole marks the first time that Ash has {{pkmn2|caught}} a Pokémon in a [[Poké Ball]] variant since {{AP|Totodile}}, which he caught in ''[[EP151|The Totodile Duel]]'', 855 episodes earlier.
* Poipole is the first [[Ultra Beast]] in the anime to be owned by a Trainer for longer than one episode.
* Excluding his temporary {{TP|Casey|Beedrill}}, Poipole is the first {{type|Poison}} Pokémon to be caught by Ash since {{AP|Muk}} in ''[[EP030|Sparks Fly for Magnemite]]'', 976 episodes earlier.
* Poipole is Ash's first long-term [[gender]]less Pokémon.
* Out of all the Pokémon Ash has released, Poipole is the only one not to be fully [[evolution|evolved]].
* Poipole is the first [[recurring wild Pokémon in the anime]] that was later caught, and then eventually {{pkmn2|released}}.

==Related articles==
* {{Animespecies|Poipole}}

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==Venusaur==

I think Venusaur, as well as mention of Pokémon Green, need to be added to this chart. I can't think of a way to do that without making the chart fugly, though.--[[User:PikamasterADV|PikamasterADV]] 18:38, 19 February 2007 (UTC)
:Nor can I. I think I did it justice, though, as technically, the Japanese Blue was the third version of Red/Green like Crystal was of GS and Emerald was of RS. [[User:TTEchidna|TTE]] 00:01, 24 February 2007 (UTC)

==Arceus==

On the [[Arceus (Pokémon)|Arceus Page]] it says that Arceus is the Version mascot of the 3rd game. It should either be added to this page or deleted from the Arceus page.
:There IS no third game yet; it's only speculation. And very bad speculation, seeing as how Arceus is an unobtainable. --[[User:DarkfireTaimatsu|DarkfireTaimatsu]] 19:42, 13 August 2007 (UTC)
::Heck, the third mascot could be {{p|Cresselia|Cressy}}, since she's purple and Nintendo's already registered pokemonamethyst.com. At this point, nothing should be put in the spot of the third mascot, we'll find out which Pokémon it is in time. '''[[User:TTEchidna|T]][[User talk:TTEchidna|T]][[wp:Echidna|Echidna]]''' 09:05, 14 August 2007 (UTC)
Well, Nintendo has also registered pokemonjade.com, so I guess we'll have to see later.

Actually, Nintendo has NOT registered pokemonjade.com, but has for amethyst, topaz, and opal at least. Nor has Nintendo registered ivory and ebony yet, either, so a third version about Arceus called Ivory is rather silly (not to mention it would remove all necessities of the event), and I would expect Ivory to be coupled with Ebony in the first place and focus on Light and Dark type legendaries. That's just speculation, though. We can expect Amethyst and Opal to come soon. There's no pokemongirasol.com either, so the third game is probably Opal. Amethyst is the only other possibility, in my mind, as Cresselia and Heatran are the only other non-event legendaries past the end of the Sinnoh-dex, and it's a maybe that Topaz could be Heatran, but I'd be looking for a gem a bit more... how you say, "fiery" for Heatran. More likely it's Opal Version with Giratina, and Amethyst and Topaz are Gen V games. We'll also probably see remakes of Silver and Gold before the third counterpart to Diamond and Pearl, so there's a long way to go before that happens. [[User:Kumori Satosuke|Phil]] 03:15, 14 December 2007 (UTC)

== Sprites ==

<center>
===[[Generation I]]===
{| {{bluetable2|c}}
!  
! colspan="2" | First / second game
! colspan="2" | Third game
|-
! width="4%" rowspan="2" | JP
| width="24%" | [[Pokémon Red and Green Versions|Red]] [[Image:Spr 1g 006.png]] {{p|Charizard}}
| width="24%" | [[Pokémon Red and Green Versions|Green]] [[Image:Spr 1g 003.png]] {{p|Venusaur}}
| width="24%" | [[Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|Blue]] [[Image:Spr 1b 009.png]] {{p|Blastoise}}
| width="24%" | [[Pokémon Yellow Version|Yellow]] [[Image:Spr 1y 025.png]] {{p|Pikachu}}
|-
| colspan="3" |Final form of a [[starter Pokémon]]
| Only [[starter Pokémon]]
|-
! rowspan="2" | US
| [[Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Red]] [[Image:Spr 1b 006.png]] {{p|Charizard}}
| [[Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Blue]] [[Image:Spr 1b 009.png]] {{p|Blastoise}}
| colspan="2" | [[Pokémon Yellow Version|Yellow]] [[Image:Spr 1y 025.png]] {{p|Pikachu}}
|-
| colspan="2" |Final form of a [[starter Pokémon]]
| colspan="2" | Only [[starter Pokémon]]
|}
===[[Generation II]]===
{| {{bluetable2|c}}
!  
! colspan="2" | First / second game
! Third game
|-
! width="4%" rowspan="2" align="center" | J o h t o
| width="33%" | [[Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|Gold]] [[Image:Spr 2g 250.png]] {{p|Ho-Oh}}
| width="33%" | [[Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|Silver]] [[Image:Spr 2s 249.png]] {{p|Lugia}}
| width="33%" | [[Pokémon Crystal Version|Crystal]] [[Image:Spr 2c 245.png]] {{p|Suicune}}
|-
| colspan="2" | Masters of a [[legendary trio]]
| Part of a [[legendary trio]]
|}

===[[Generation III]]===
{| {{bluetable2|c}}
!  
! colspan="2" | First / second game
! Third game
|-
! width="4%" rowspan="2" | H o e n n
| width="33%" | [[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Ruby]] [[Image:Spr 3r 383.png]] {{p|Groudon}}
| width="33%" | [[Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Sapphire]] [[Image:Spr 3r 382.png]] {{p|Kyogre}}
| width="33%" | [[Pokémon Emerald Version|Emerald]] [[Image:Spr 3e 384.png]] {{p|Rayquaza}}
|-
| colspan="3" | [[Weather trio]]
|-
! width="4%" rowspan="2" | K a n t o
| [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed]] [[Image:Spr 3f 006.png]] {{p|Charizard}}
| [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|LeafGreen]] [[Image:Spr 3f 003.png]] {{p|Venusaur}}
| rowspan="2" |
|-
| colspan="2" | Final form of a [[starter Pokémon]]
|-
! width="4%" rowspan="6" | O r r e
| colspan="3" | [[Pokémon Colosseum|Colosseum]] (top of box) [[Image:383.png]] [[Image:382.png]] {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}}
|-
| colspan="3" | Version mascots of [[Generation III]]
|-
| colspan="3" | [[Pokémon Colosseum|Colosseum]] (bottom of box) [[Image:243.png]] [[Image:244.png]] [[Image:245.png]] {{p|Raikou}}, {{p|Entei}}, and {{p|Suicune}}
|-
| colspan="3" | Parts of the [[legendary trio]] of the game
|-
| colspan="3" | [[Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness|XD]] [[File:249Lugia-Shadow XD 2.png|100px]] [[Shadow Lugia]]
|-
| colspan="3" | Main [[Shadow Pokémon]] opponent in the game
|}

===[[Generation IV]]===
{| {{bluetable2|c}}
!  
! colspan="2" | First / second game
! Third game
|-
! width="4%" rowspan="2" | S i n n o h
| width="33%" | [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|Diamond]] [[Image:483.png]] {{p|Dialga}}
| width="33%" | [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|Pearl]] [[Image:484.png]] {{p|Palkia}}
| width="33%" | [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|Platinum]] [[Image:487.png]] {{p|Giratina}}
|-
| colspan="2" | Masters of time and space
|  
|}
</center>

I was thinking: "How would this look?" Is it good? Should we put it on the page? [[User:Yinyang1195|'''HAPPY''']][[User:Yinyang1195|'''VALENTINES''']]
[[User talk:Yinyang1195|'''DAY''']] 23:12, 19 February 2008 (UTC)
:It's an interesting idea, certainly. The only problem is the fact that they all look different across the generations. You have my go-ahead, though. We need to use the older sprites for more than just sprite tables. '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]][[User:TTEchidna/GSDS|GSDS!]]''' 00:04, 20 February 2008 (UTC)
::Perhaps we use [[a:Image:Custom Shadow Lugia Sprite.png|this]] for the Shadow Lugia? I also recommend using Gen III sprites for Colosseum and Gale of Darkness. It's just that they're Gen III, technically.--[[User:Urutapu|Ｌｏｖｅはドコ？]] ([[User talk:Urutapu|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Urutapu|contribs]]) 06:03, 20 February 2008 (UTC)
:::I was hoping we could find 3D pictures for Stadium, Stadium 2, Colloseum, XD, and PBR. [[User:Yinyang1195|Yin]][[User talk:Yinyang1195|Yang]] 22:10, 28 June 2008 (UTC)
::::Why were they changed back? [[User:Yinyang1195|Yin]][[User talk:Yinyang1195|Yang]] 02:46, 18 January 2009 (UTC)

Why does it say "US" in RGBY?? "INT" would be better as USA is not only place where Pokemon games are played or released outside of Japan... [[User:Ariano|Ariano]] 16:40, 11 April 2012 (UTC)

== Sprites ==

Hae you figured out the animations for the sprites of D/P yet? --[[User:ht14|ht14]] 11:40, 24 April 2008 (GMT)

== protect this page! ==

I would protect this page if I was an admin, with the announcment(fake or not) of Girantia as maybe the third Game mascot, it would better to protect this page before the edit wars start........[[User:Darth Cookie Monster|C is for Cookie]] 19:56, 12 May 2008 (UTC)
:Way ahead of you, man. I did it Sunday! '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 07:52, 13 May 2008 (UTC)

== Odd error ==

I went in to remove the unneeded vertical "Johto" and "Sinnoh", but when I did, the first table element cannot be centered, and I can't seem to figure out why; I imagine this is a template issue. Can someone figure out where the problem is? [[User:DanPMK|MK]] 17:52, 15 May 2008 (UTC)

== Opinions? ==

Should we keep both {{p|Giratina}}'s form(e)'s pictured, or just one? [[User:Sailor Earth|People]] argue that we don't know which one will be on the boxart, but the fact is that {{p|Giratina}} is the mascot, and at this point it hardly matters if we end up being incorrect. I say we should just picture the Origin Form(e), as the chances are good that it will be the featured form in {{game|Platinum}}. --[[User:Politoed666|ニョロトノ]][[User talk:Politoed666|''666'']] 19:59, 16 May 2008 (UTC)

The chances are good??? BULBAPEDIA IS NOT BASED ON SPECULATION. A SCREENSHOT SHOWING THE ORIGIN FORM IN GAME DOES NOT PROVE IT WILL BE ON THE BOX ART.

It's alright now it has both pictures and says either or. The fact is we simply don't know yet. [[User:Sailor Earth|Sailor Earth]] 20:01, 16 May 2008 (UTC)

:Regardless. {{p|Giratina}} is the mascot. {{p|Giratina}} is a species of Pokémon. What I'm saying is that at this point, it doesn't matter which form we put. However, it looks silly to have two sprites. --[[User:Politoed666|ニョロトノ]][[User talk:Politoed666|''666'']] 20:04, 16 May 2008 (UTC)

It doesn't look stupid with both. And I am not alone on this matter as it was Pokemainiac02 that originally added it. [[User:Sailor Earth|Sailor Earth]] 20:08, 16 May 2008 (UTC)

And it's not regardless that Bulbapedia doesn't run on speculation, that's the rules, you can't say "regardless of the rules" unless you are an admin.

In fact this image [[Image:Spear Pillar Giratina Pt.png|thumb|left|Palkia and Dialga at Spear Pillar.]]
clearly depicts Giratina in Another Form although it is a silohuette so both appear in the game ending your earlier point. [[User:Sailor Earth|Sailor Earth]] 20:22, 16 May 2008 (UTC)
:It does look strange with 2 sprites. I proprose the old form, the one available in game, until the cover art is released....[[User:Darth Cookie Monster|C is for Cookie]] 03:08, 17 May 2008 (UTC)

Origin Forme, guys. Charizard and Venusaur are in their RG sprites for RG, Charizard and Blastoise are in their RB sprites for RB, Pikachu in its Yellow sprite for Yellow, and so on and so forth. Giratina is seen in its Origin Forme in-battle in Platinum, so we'll use that. If it's proven that you can encounter Giratina in its Another Forme eventually, we'll use the normal sprite, but for now, let's use the Platinum sprite for Giratina, okay? '''[[User:TTEchidna|''TTE'']][[User talk:TTEchidna|chidna]]''' 03:12, 17 May 2008 (UTC)

== White? ==

On the side of the Stadium 2 pannel/box.. whatever, it says white why not Stadium or S2? [[User:Rucario64|Rucario]][[User Talk:Rucario64|64]] 19:21, 10 August 2008 (UTC)
:My understanding is that Stadium 2 takes place in White City. --[[User:Martonimos|Martonimos]][[User talk:Martonimos|((Argh]]|[[Special:Contributions/Martonimos|Blargh))]] 20:17, 10 August 2008 (UTC)
::Ok, it's just been so long since I played the game and I really nerver heard of the city's name before. [[User:Rucario64|Rucario]][[User Talk:Rucario64|64]] 14:13, 12 August 2008 (UTC)

== Error when trying to add ==

I was going to add this:
=={{color2|7F7F7F|Generation V}}==
===[[Pokémon Black and White Versions|{{color|{{black color}}|B}}{{color|{{white color}}|W}}]]===
But the link doesn't seem work for some odd reason. I'd spend time trying to figure it out but my session keeps randomly not getting sent when I click preview so it's sort of impossible for me to do it in any reasonably amount of time. Can someone figure out why, and add it when it's done, please? EDIT I figured it out XD, color, not color2. So...is grey a good color for the generation header? What determines that? - [[User:DanPMK|MK]] ([[User Talk:DanPMK|t]]/[[Special:contributions/DanPMK|c]]) 06:30, 10 April 2010 (UTC)

== Why ???? ==
On the Locus of Light why at the EON DUO and LEGENDARY BEASTS is say ???? The Lati@s are Eon Duo and Raikou, Entei and Suicune are Legendary Beasts, no? --[[User:Caciulacdlac|Caciulacdlac]]
:Yes, but this isn't what that's about. The question marks are there because we don't know their relation to the game's content. For instance, in Pokémon XD, Lugia is there as the main goal to catch. [[User:Ht14|'''''ht''''']][[User talk:Ht14|''14'']] 21:44, 29 May 2010 (UTC)

== Generation V: Inverted Pairings ==

Generation V is the first time that the pairings between version color and version mascot are '''inverted'''. (I.E. Reshiram, the White Dragon, is the version mascot of Pokémon Black while Zekrom, the Black Dragon, is the version mascot of Pokémon White.)--[[User:Arima|Arima]] 02:56, 30 June 2010 (UTC)

== BW2 ==

We need to add BW2 to the list, we can use re-sized artwork for them until we get the proper sprites.[[User:ArchedThunder|ArchedThunder]] 13:18, 26 February 2012 (UTC)

== Ho-Oh and Lugia ==

Aren't [[Ho-Oh]] and [[Lugia]] a [[legendary duo]], not a [[legendary trio]], as this article purports? -[[User:Poikins|poikins]] 06:11, 13 March 2012 (UTC)
:It says that they are [[Trio master|masters]] of a legendary trio, not that they are a part of one. Lugia is the master of [[Legendary birds|birds]] and Ho-Oh is the master of [[Legendary beasts|beasts]]. --[[Tracey Sketchit|'''ケンジ''']][[User talk:Kenji-girl|'''の''']][[User:Kenji-girl|'''ガール''']] 06:19, 13 March 2012 (UTC)

== Darkrai and Munchlax. ==

There <s>is</s> are sprites for these in Shadows of Almia, why not replace current sprites with these? {{unsigned|Marked +-+-+}}

== Protection ==

Is it still needed? '''X'''[[User:Vuvuzela2010|'''Vuvuzela2010''']]'''X''' 20:17, 22 March 2012 (UTC)

== Pokemon Mystery Dungeon Series? ==

There shouldn't be the pokemon from those series? I am not sure, thats why i am asking. Waiting for response. thanks [[User:SuckMyBlood|SuckMy]]''[[User talk:SuckMyBlood|Blood]]''

== The home console games and Ranger games don't have version mascots =_= ==

This is ridiculous. The home console games (ie: Stadium, Battle Revolution, etc.) and Pokémon Ranger games don't have version mascots. They have Pokémon that appear in the box arts, but these aren't version mascots. Only the main handheld games have actual version mascots. Just because appearing in the boxart makes a Pokémon a mascot in the handheld games, that doesn't mean that the same rule applies to every Pokémon game ever made =_= [[User:Ericss|Ericss]] ([[User talk:Ericss|talk]]) 22:15, 20 April 2013 (UTC)

:Agreed. Munchlax and Piplup aren't mascots of Shadows of Almia any more than Alakazam is a mascot of PMD Blue Rescue Team. However, I will say that Shadow Lugia is the mascot of XD because it's the only side game whose boxart only features one Pokémon. [[User:Blueapple128|Blueapple128]] ([[User talk:Blueapple128|talk]]) 23:44, 30 June 2013 (UTC)

== 3DS Download titles - is Pikachu the mascot for any of them? ==

Looking at them on my 3DS, Pokémon Shuffle, Pokémon Rumble World, Pokémon Picross and Pokémon Link/Trozei Battle all feature the head of Pikachu on their home menu icons. Pokémon Picross has no Pokémon at all on the top screen when showing the logo, Pokémon Rumble World has 8 equal Toy Pokémon revolving around its name, including Pikachu, which is at the front when the logo appears, Pokémon Link/Trozei Battle has small icons for the Kalos starters spinning round its name, all visible at the start, and Pokémon Shuffle features four bouncing, circling icons, with Pikachu being the one closest to the screen when the logo starts up. The Nintendo eShop informs me that Super Pokémon Rumble has Toy Pikachu on its icon, too, while Pokémon Art Academy has Pikachu on its icon and it is the only Pokémon on the top screen image in the store, while Pokémon Puzzle Challenge also has Pikachu on its icon, as well as the icon of [[PMDGTI]] On a case-by-case basis, do these factors make Pikachu the mascot of any or all of these games? [[User:PartHunter|PartHunter]] ([[User talk:PartHunter|talk]]) 14:32, 25 June 2016 (UTC)
:If they're distributed on physical carts, with a physical box, then that has to be considered over just the home menu icon. Even if they have no physical box, if there's any equivalent art "splash" that's meant to represent the title, then that should be considered equivalent to the box art. (The in-game title screen may be very relevant. If you consider the core games, their title screens often closely mirror the box art/represent the mascot.) If there's none of that...I'm really not certain it would be right to only base this consideration on the home menu icon anyway. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 14:56, 25 June 2016 (UTC)

== Cosmog ==

What exactly is the reason that we can't mention Cosmog? "Legendary Duo" is just a fanmade term to describe groups of two Legendary Pokemon since they are obviously intended to be connected but are not related. On the other hand, Solgaleo and Lunala ''are'' related: by being part of the same evolutionary chain. Using the fanmade loose connector when there's an official direct connector seems a bit ridiculous. [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 02:13, 24 December 2016 (UTC)
:If your concern is the note that was temporarily on the page, I was only trying to specifically stop people changing it to "Final forms of Cosmog". [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 02:34, 24 December 2016 (UTC)
::My concern is that we're choosing to use a randomly made-up term over an accurate and official description. I'm asking why you don't want it changed to "Final forms of Cosmog". [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 02:50, 24 December 2016 (UTC)
:::Duos (and other such) are not named in the plainest possible descriptors. They're named by something that links them. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 03:10, 24 December 2016 (UTC)
::::...does being evolutionarily related not "link" them? [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 03:39, 24 December 2016 (UTC)
:::::What if I put it this way... Duos generally have pages, where their interrelated lore is described. Do you think "final forms of Cosmog" is a good page name? [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 03:46, 24 December 2016 (UTC)
::::::Are we ever given a relationship between them? I haven't beaten the game yet, but from what I've seen/heard/remembered, the beast that devours the sun is the only one mentioned in Sun while the... whatever is used to describe Lunala is the only one mentioned in Moon. The only connecting factor (I'm aware of) is them being evolved from Cosmog. [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 04:05, 24 December 2016 (UTC)
:::::::As near as I can tell, within the games, Xerneas and Yveltal are talked about together maybe as much as Solgaleo and Lunala are, if not less. The [[Legendary duo]] page says that duos either represent teamwork or opposition. Solgaleo and Lunala are a great example of thematic opposites, a plain-as-can-be duality. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 04:33, 24 December 2016 (UTC)

== "Third and fourth game" ==

Would Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon be considered "third and fourth games" or alternate storylines? Crystal Emerald and Platinum can all be considered alternate storylines as well and are labeled as "third games" but their stories are not overhauled in such a way as Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon are. =='''''13thehappykid'''''.== 20:59, 22 October 2017 (UTC)
:We'll have to wait until USUM come out to know for sure. We don't know to what extent the story will be overhauled. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 21:26, 22 October 2017 (UTC)

== "Upper games"??? ==

What is that even supposed to mean? I can kind of see why we might want an alternative to "third game"/"third and fourth game"/"sequels" etc., but this is definitely worse, not better. [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 23:46, 6 July 2018 (UTC)
:Here's an idea: "Enhanced versions"? I think this accurately describes JP!Blue, Yellow, Emerald, Platinum, and USUM pretty well. B2W2 can go back to being called "Sequels". [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 23:52, 6 July 2018 (UTC)
::"Upper" is an [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3CldWM5ornc officially used term], hence why we use it. It's (most likely) a category to include all core games that come after the main games (aside from remakes).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:53, 7 July 2018 (UTC)
:::...wow. Okay then. [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 20:56, 7 July 2018 (UTC)

Talk:Game mascot

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Talk:Game mascot

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Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!

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Nutter Butter:

{{Upcoming notice}}
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|name=Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu!
|name2=Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee!
|jname=ポケットモンスター Let's Go! ピカチュウ
|jname2=ポケットモンスター Let's Go! イーブイ
|boxart=Lets Go Pikachu EN boxart.png
|boxart2=Lets Go Eevee EN boxart.png
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|jcaption=Japanese boxart of Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu!
|jcaption2=Japanese boxart of Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee!
|category=RPG
|gen_series=[[Generation VII]] [[core series]]
|players=1-2 players
|platform=[[Nintendo Switch]]
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|release_date_ja=November 16, 2018
|release_date_au=November 16, 2018
|release_date_eu=November 16, 2018
|release_date_na=November 16, 2018
|release_date_kr=November 16, 2018
|release_date_cn=N/A
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|release_date_tw=November 16, 2018
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|developer=[[Game Freak]]

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|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pika_vee/ Pokémon.co.jp]
|website_en=[https://pokemonletsgo.pokemon.com/en-us/ Official site] [https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-lets-go-pikachu-and-pokemon-lets-go-eevee/ Pokémon.com]
}}
{{bulbanews|game}}

'''Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu!''' (Japanese: '''ポケットモンスター Let's Go! ピカチュウ''' ''Pocket Monsters: Let's Go! Pikachu'') and '''Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee!''' (Japanese: '''ポケットモンスター Let's Go! イーブイ''' ''Pocket Monsters: Let's Go! {{tt|Eievui|Eevee}}'') are the third [[Core series|paired versions]] of [[Generation VII]]. The games will be released on the [[Nintendo Switch]].

The games were announced worldwide on May 30, 2018, at a Pokémon press conference in Tokyo, Japan. The paired versions will be released worldwide on November 16, 2018. All copies of the game are playable in nine languages: Japanese, English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Korean, and Simplified and Traditional Chinese.

The games are inspired by {{game|Yellow}}.

==Compatibility==
The games will be compatible with [[Pokémon GO]].

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Pokémon Lets Go Pikachu Logo.png|English logo of Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu!
Pokémon Lets Go Eevee Logo.png|English logo of Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee!
Lets Go Pikachu Logo JP.png|Japanese logo of Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu!
Lets Go Eevee Logo JP.png|Japanese logo of Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee!
Lets Go Pikachu Eevee Male Trainer.png|Male player
Lets Go Pikachu Eevee Female Trainer.png|Female player
025PIkachu LG.png|{{p|Pikachu}}
133Eevee LG.png|{{p|Eevee}}
</gallery>

==Trivia==
*These games are the first main series titles to be released on a different console from the rest of their Generation.

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn=精靈寶可夢 Let's Go！皮卡丘／Let's Go！伊布 精灵宝可梦 Let's Go! 皮卡丘／Let's Go! 伊布
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Alain

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'''Alain''' (Japanese: '''アラン''' ''Alan'') is a recurring character in the [[Pokémon anime]]. He is a [[Pokémon Trainer]] seeking to defeat all [[Mega Evolution|Mega-Evolved]] {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} using [[Alain's Charizard|his Mega Charizard X]]. He initially appears as the main character of the ''[[Mega Evolution Specials]]'' side-series beginning with ''[[SS029|Mega Evolution Special I]]'', working under the instruction of [[Lysandre]] to collect Mega Evolution energy. He later appears in the [[S19|''XY&Z'']] arc of the {{series|XY}} as a [[rival]] to {{Ash}}.

==History==
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===In the ''Mega Evolution Specials''===
[[File:Sycamore Gabite.png|thumb|left|250px|Alain as Sycamore's assistant]]
In the past, Alain was [[Professor Sycamore]]'s [[Professors' aides|assistant]], and it was Sycamore who initially inspired him to begin seeking [[Mega Stone]]s in order to solve the mysteries of Mega Evolution. At this time, Alain already owned a {{TP|Alain|Charmander}}. Some time after leaving Professor Sycamore's laboratory, Charmander evolved. After reporting to Professor Sycamore, he came to a nearby ruin in search of [[Ampharosite]], but discovered that the raw Mega Stone had been taken by [[Lysandre]]. Alain battled Lysandre for ownership of the stone, but his {{p|Charmeleon}} was soundly defeated by [[Lysandre's Pyroar]].

Alain was then invited to [[Lysandre Labs]], where Lysandre revealed his intention to harness the energy Pokémon produce when they Mega Evolve, for peaceful purposes. He also claimed that if Professor Sycamore were to publish the secrets of Mega Evolution, mankind would find a way to use those secrets to nefarious ends, and said that he would not allow the Professor's name to be tarnished. Asking if Alain would assist him, Lysandre revealed a metal attaché case with a [[Key Stone|Mega Ring]] and [[Charizardite X]]. Believing he could protect the Professor this way, Alain accepted Lysandre's proposal.

Some time prior to ''[[SS029|Mega Evolution Special I]]'', Charmeleon evolved into a {{p|Charizard}}. Alain was first seen in ''Mega Evolution Special I'' battling a Trainer named [[Astrid]], and defeated her Mega {{p|Absol}}. The battle was secretly watched by [[Mairin]], a beginning Trainer who was sent out on a journey by Professor Sycamore. Mairin was so impressed with his strength that she began following him. From Mairin, Alain learned of [[Ash Ketchum|a Trainer]] who [[XY002|lept off of Prism Tower to save a Pokémon]]. Next, Alain received a call on his [[Holo Caster]] from [[Lysandre|a mysterious person]], who directed him to a location with ruins to retrieve a Mega Stone. After getting the Mega Stone, Alain was confronted by a Trainer named [[Remo]] who was also looking for the Mega Stone. Remo challenged him with a Mega {{p|Garchomp}}, but Alain won the battle and kept the Mega Stone.

Afterwards, he helped Mairin capture a {{p|Flabébé}}. He then traveled with her to a restaurant where [[Kalos]] [[Elite Four]] member [[Siebold]] was working as a chef and challenged him to a battle. Charizard put up a good fight against Siebold's {{p|Blastoise}}, but when Blastoise Mega Evolved, it overwhelmed Charizard using a {{a|Mega Launcher}}-boosted {{m|Dragon Pulse}}. Accepting his defeat, Alain continued his journey to battle more Mega Evolved Pokémon and complete more assignments from Lysandre, now with Mairin as a traveling partner.

[[File:Alain and Mairin.png|thumb|250px|Alain and Mairin]]
In ''[[SS031|Mega Evolution Special II]]'', he traveled to [[Hoenn]] with Mairin, where he met {{Steven}}. Noticing each other's Key Stones, the two Trainers recognized each other as Trainers with Mega Pokémon. Accepting Alain's challenge, Steven and his {{Shiny}} [[Steven's Metagross|Mega Metagross]] fought a fierce battle with Charizard before the battle was interrupted by Lysandre.

Deciding to cooperate with the Hoenn {{pkmn|Champion}}, Alain and company traveled to their destination, a small temple with two pillars in the center. When Alain and Steven held their Key Stones to the monument, a staircase of light appeared to lead them further within the ancient ruin. There, they discovered a similar mechanism that summoned a glowing [[Giant Rock]] from underneath the ruin. After Lysandre and his research team began analyzing the giant stone, a {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Rayquaza}} appeared from the sky, Mega Evolved into Mega Rayquaza, and started wreaking havoc on the surrounding area. Alain, Steven, and their Mega Pokémon partners tried to fend off the [[Legendary Pokémon]], but were overwhelmed. After an attack from Rayquaza's {{m|Draco Meteor}}, the Giant Rock was revealed to have disappeared, causing Rayquaza to leave. Alain, Mairin and Steven then proceeded to [[Rustboro City]] on Lysandre's orders as energy waves, believed to be the Giant Rock's, were detected near the city's coast.

In ''[[SS032|Mega Evolution Special III]]'', after landing at [[Devon Corporation]] via helicopter with Mairin, Alain received confirmation from Steven and Lysandre that [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}} and Primal {{p|Kyogre}} were set to battle each other near Rustboro City to claim the Giant Rock's energy, putting the entire world at risk. Alain and Steven volunteered to fly to the point where the super-ancient Pokémon would meet to analyze the situation. Despite Mairin's attempts to make Alain stay, he refused, saying he had to keep his promise to Lysandre to become the strongest. As Mairin continued to press him, Alain began to lash out at her, saying she knew nothing about his goals. After calming down, Alain walked away from Mairin, telling her to go back to Kalos.

On Steven's aircraft, Alain and the Champion approached a large energy reading that Devon Corp. staff and Lysandre confirm to be the Giant Rock. The two then witnessed Primal Kyogre surface, who began engaging Primal Groudon. After the Primal Pokémon exchanged blows, Alain received private orders from Lysandre to protect the Giant Rock at all costs until it fully materialized. Alain then opened the aircraft's door and sent out Charizard, and triggered its Mega Evolution. Following Alain's lead, Steven and Metagross followed suit, volunteering to attack Kyogre. While Charizard was initially able to stop Groudon from reaching the Giant Rock, it was eventually struck by {{m|Precipice Blades}}, causing it to fall from the sky to a glacier created by Kyogre's {{m|Ice Beam}}.

[[File:Alain anime.png|thumb|left|250px|Alain excited during a battle]]
Alain immediately rappelled from the aircraft onto the glacier, and rushed to Charizard's side, digging it out from chunks of ice. Noticing its tail flame dying, Alain recalled Charizard to rest. Alain was then blown back from an explosion caused by Groudon and Kyogre's battle. Thanks to Steven's order to descend the aircraft, Mairin and [[Chespie]], who had stowed away, were able to exit the aircraft's rear and help Alain. As Groudon's {{m|Solar Beam}} caused debris to fly towards the three, Steven's Metagross dove in front to guard the three with {{m|Protect}}. While Metagross continued to fend off Groudon and Kyogre, Mairin brought an unconscious Alain to shelter. Alain then woke up to witness Mega Rayquaza return and single-handedly defeat Groudon and Kyogre. A submarine sent by Lysandre then surfaced and proceeded to take in the Giant Rock by blinding Rayquaza with flash missiles. Lysandre deemed the mission a success, and Rayquaza retreated. With the skies cleared, Alain approached Mairin and thanked her.

However, back at the Devon Corporation headquarters, Mairin was told by Steven that Alain returned to Kalos without her, as staying with him would put her in danger. Alain was shown then to be back at Lysandre Labs, where Lysandre thanked him for his help. While Lysandre told Alain he had earned a rest, Alain insisted on continuing his training with Charizard, recalling how they were defeated by the super-ancient Pokémon of Hoenn. He was last seen with Charizard, battling a nameless Trainer and his Mega {{p|Tyranitar}} under Lysandre's supervision.

In ''[[SS035|Mega Evolution Special IV]]'', Alain fought ten Trainers with Mega Evolved Pokémon in a row under the condition that he had to return his Mega Stone and Mega Ring to Lysandre had he lost to one of the Trainers. Despite not being able to rest between battles, Alain was able to defeat the first nine Trainers. During the middle of the challenge, he was reunited with Mairin again, but he still refused to let her travel with him. As she continued to press him, Alain lashed out at Mairin, telling her he couldn't get stronger with her around, greatly upsetting her. After an upset Mairin had walked away and told Chespie she wanted to be alone, Chespie walked in on an experiment which subsequently overloaded, exposing Chespie to near-fatal levels of the energy produced as part of the experiment and causing it to fall into a coma.

Later, Alain fought [[Malva]] of the Elite Four as the final Trainer. Alain pitted his Charizard against Malva's Mega {{p|Houndoom}} and after a hard fought battle, he was able to defeat her. After the battle, he went to see Mairin from behind a corner. Upon finding out about Chespie and hearing a broken, sobbing Mairin begging Lysandre to assure her that Chespie would wake up, he started to blame himself. Believing that the Mega Evolution system would restore Chespie's health, Alain set out to complete it in order to bring back the cheerful Mairin he knew. After leaving, a Trainer with a Mega {{p|Banette}} stopped him and they had a battle.

===In the main series===
Alain made his first appearance in the main series during a flashback in ''[[XY068|Garchomp's Mega Bond!]]'', in which he was shown to have found a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Gible}}. This Gible would eventually become Professor Sycamore's partner Pokémon, Garchomp.

He made a cameo in ''[[XY094|From A to Z!]]'', walking past Ash and {{ashfr}}.
[[File:Ash and Alain.png|thumb|250px|Alain and Ash]]
Alain reappeared in ''[[XY106|A Meeting of Two Journeys!]]'', where he was passing by Ash's battle with [[Sawyer]]. He took notice of [[Ash's Greninja]]'s [[Bond Phenomenon|unique transformation]] and was intrigued by it. The next day, he saved [[Ash's Pikachu]] from {{TRT}} and introduced himself to Ash and his friends. He then requested to battle Ash's Greninja, to which Ash agreed. Alain held the upper hand against Ash and Greninja with his Charizard, which he eventually Mega Evolved as he wanted to draw out Greninja's full power. Once Greninja did transform, Alain was surprised to discover it wasn't a Mega Evolution, as his Mega Ring didn't respond. Ash-Greninja managed to battle Charizard on more even grounds, but was still defeated. Afterwards, Alain and Ash introduced themselves, just before he thanked Ash for the battle and left.

In ''[[XY107|An Explosive Operation!]]'', he was sent by Lysandre to help [[Aliana]] and [[Mable]] in their mission to capture [[Z2]] when they were having a hard time. Alain and Charizard were an even match for the Zygarde and distracted it long enough for [[Team Flare]] to use their specialized weapons. After they captured Z2, Aliana and Mable recognized him as working for Lysandre.

Alain appeared again in ''[[XY116|The Synchronicity Test!]]'', where he noticed Ash and {{an|Clemont}} battling, during his visit to the [[Pokémon Center]]. After reuniting with the group, he had a rematch against Ash. First, he battled his {{AP|Noivern}}, using his newly revealed {{P|Metang}}. After a close battle, Alain's Metang won after a decisive clash between its {{m|Metal Claw}} and Noivern's {{m|Acrobatics}}. Afterwards, Alain agreed for him and Charizard to have a rematch against Ash's Greninja. At first, the battle played out very similar to their previous one, but after Charizard Mega Evolved, Greninja showed its improvement by started getting a few hits in. When Charizard retaliated, Greninja transformed into Ash-Greninja and proved itself Charizard's equal, making Alain feel excited to face such a strong opponent. In the closing stages of the battle, Greninja managed to land a power {{m|Cut}} attack which smashed Charizard onto the ground, to Alain's surprise. Before the battle could be finished, however, Ash collapsed from exhaustion, much to Alain's concern. Alain remained with the group until Ash recovered, after which he once more thanked Ash for a good battle. He was then asked by Ash if he was planning on entering the [[Kalos League]], and when he said that he was not, Ash questioned as to why, since there would be plenty of strong opponents to battle against. To this, Alain commented that it would certainly be interesting, and then departed. Later on, Alain had a brief video chat with a {{tc|Team Flare Grunt}} and was glad to see that Mairin was doing fine. He would afterwards reminisce on his time working with Sycamore alongside Charizard before reiterating his desire to get stronger and protect those that he cares most for.

The conversation with Ash had apparently inspired Alain to enter the Kalos League and collect [[Badge]]s. He was seen battling for his final Kalos Badge in the introduction to ''[[M19|Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel]]'', where he was shown battling [[Korrina]]'s {{TP|Korrina|Mega Lucario|Lucario}} with his Mega Charizard X. The result of that battle was shown at the end of ''[[XY123|A Diamond in the Rough!]]'', where he defeated her and earned himself the {{badge|Rumble}}, fulfilling his requirement for entry into the Kalos League. When asked by Korrina if he was going to enter the League, he confirmed, saying that he was planning on entering in order to battle Ash, whom he did not mention by name to her.

[[File:Alain Lumiose Conference.png|thumb|left|250px|Alain in the Lumiose Conference]]
Alain reappeared since ''[[XY125|A League of His Own!]]'', where he entered the [[Lumiose Conference]]. During the opening ceremony, Alain reunited with Sycamore, who was hosting the tournament together with [[Diantha]], but Alain refused to talk with his former mentor. He also met up with Ash, and explained that he entered the tournament to battle him again and told him to keep advancing. The next day, he battled {{an|Trevor}}, with both Trainers using their Mega Charizard. Alain, however, easily won, defeating all three of Trevor's Pokémon without being seriously pressured in battle, and advanced to the second round.

In [[XY126|the next episode]], it was revealed that Alain had won his second round, third round, and quarterfinal matches, qualifying him for the semi-finals. Following the conclusion of the fourth quarterfinal battle between [[Sawyer]] and {{an|Tierno}}, it was revealed he would once again face Remo for a spot in the finals. His rematch with Remo was seen in [[XY127|the following episode]]. Using only his Charizard and his {{p|Metagross}}, he was able to easily defeat Remo and qualify for the finals. According to Clemont, Alain had up until this point only used these two Pokémon in the entire tournament. Alain had a cold, serious demeanor throughout the battle, which worried Professor Sycamore. Afterwards, Alain observed the battle between Ash and Sawyer and continued to do so in the [[XY128|following episode]], even showing a smile after Ash was named as the victor of the battle.

In ''[[XY129|Kalos League Passion with a Certain Flare!]]'', he was seen training for his upcoming battle against Ash with his Charizard, which Malva interrupted. She expressed her congratulations at Alain being able to make it to the finals so easily, adding that winning in the finals should be easy for someone like him. Alain replied by telling her to go away so that he could focus on training for his match. Malva shrugged off his comment, saying that since Alain's goal was to become the strongest, entering and winning the Kalos League was common sense. Alain replied by telling her that being the strongest didn't matter to him for his battle, saying that he just wanted to battle Ash. Malva commented that she thought Ash must be happy that Alain was being so mindful about him, with Alain asking what she was insinuating, adding that he was suspicious about her "true colors". Malva merely commented on how Alain was nearly finished gathering the remaining amount of Mega Evolution energy, asking him what he would do after Chespie had recovered, to which Alain replied that it was none of her business. Later that night, he was seen training with Charizard, expressing on how eager he was to battle Ash and how close they were to meeting the quota for the needed Mega Evolution energy. He was then approached by Professor Sycamore, who despite the awkwardness of their meeting, expressed that there were many things that he had wished to talk about with Alain, but that it was hard for him to remain collected while doing so. Alain questioned if Sycamore was mad at him for not coming back to the lab, which Sycamore denied, saying that he had heard about Alain's work with Lysandre. Alain admitted that he didn't want to expose his former mentor to any possible danger, telling the Professor about his goal to gather the power produced by Mega Evolution, but that there were also many people who would seek to twist that power for evil purposes, with Sycamore asking Alain if he backed away from him for his own safety, to which Alain confirmed. Alain told his former mentor that he couldn't turn back, not while there were even more things that he had lost compared to when he first started his journey, and until he could get those lost things back, he said that he could only continue to become even more powerful. Sycamore, smiling in understanding, told his former assistant to do as he wished. The next day, Alain was seen entering the battlefield for his final battle with Ash.

In ''[[XY130|Finals Not for the Faint-Hearted!]]'' and ''[[XY131|Down to the Fiery Finish!]]'', Alain faced Ash in the final round of the Lumiose Conference for a [[Full Battle]]. Alain and Ash started a back and forth battle that eventually came down to Alain's Charizard against Ash's Greninja. Charizard Mega Evolved and Greninja transformed into Ash-Greninja, but in the end, Charizard emerged victorious, making Alain the winner of the Lumiose Conference. During the closing ceremony, after Diantha had handed Alain the championship trophy, the Kalos League stadium was attacked by massive roots unleashed by Z2, which Team Flare had placed under their control.

In [[XY132|the following episode]], he and Ash made their way through the root-infested Kalos League stadium in order to find Mairin. After meeting with {{an|Serena}}, Clemont, and {{an|Bonnie}} outside, and seeing Z2 on top of [[Lumiose Gym|Prism Tower]], he and Ash went to find Mairin. After finding her, the two were ambushed by [[Celosia]] and some Team Flare Grunts, who informed Alain that Lysandre had ordered Ash to be captured and brought to him. Despite Ash trying to pull him away, Alain resisted, and allowed Team Flare to capture an unconscious Ash, along with all of his Pokémon. Alain was then transported via helicopter to Prism Tower, where he angrily questioned [[Xerosic]] as to why Team Flare needed Ash. He then went to the top of the tower, where he asked Lysandre what he was doing, and why he was destroying Kalos if he wanted to protect it. Lysandre revealed his true goal of returning Kalos to a beautiful state, and his belief that in order to do so, Kalos needed to be destroyed and rebuilt from scratch. Alain was then seen visibly frustrated and shocked when he witnessed Ash and all of his Pokémon bound in midair. When Ash and Pikachu regained consciousness he made no movement when Ash asked him what was going on.

Upon hearing about Lysandre's true motivation for gathering Mega Evolution energy in [[XY133|the next episode]], Alain collapsed in anger and frustration towards himself for being used by Lysandre for his scheme, no longer knowing what he had been fighting for all that time. He then watched in horror as Lysandre attempted to control Ash and Greninja with Mega Evolution Energy so he could be in control of their [[Bond Phenomenon]] power. Luckily, the two were able to trigger the transformation on their own and break free of their confinement. Alain then grabbed Ash when he was about to collapse from using his energy, as well as thanking him for the words he said that brought him into his senses. He then turned against Lysandre and freed Ash's other Pokémon. The two then began a battle against Lysandre's Pyroar and Mega {{p|Gyarados}}, and thanks to the efforts of [[Ash's Hawlucha]], Noivern, and Pikachu, they were able to knock out Pyroar.

[[XY134|Continuing their battle]], Lysandre's Mega Gyarados proved unexpectedly powerful as it was able to defeat all of Ash's Pokémon except for his Pikachu and Greninja. Alain and Ash were eventually assisted by Malva. Alongside Malva, Alain was impressed by the dedication and wisdom Ash displayed when he lectured Lysandre on why the current world is worth fighting for. The three were finally able to defeat Lysandre in [[XY135|the next episode]], but left in shock when Lysandre appeared to commit suicide by stepping off Prism Tower. After learning the Giant Rock had absorbed Chespie and was heading to [[Anistar City]]'s {{DL|Anistar City|Sundial}}, Alain and company met up with Clemont, Bonnie, and [[Meyer|Blaziken Mask]] and headed towards the Giant Rock by helicopter. Upon reaching the creature, Alain, along with everyone else, began fighting the creature and were eventually aided by Diantha and the [[Gym Leader]]s of Kalos as well. In [[XY136|the following episode]], Alain and Ash were able to reach the Giant Rock's core, where Alain helped rescue Chespie, taking out the creature. After Lysandre returned and controlled the Giant Rock, Alain used his Charizard to continue fighting and was able to destroy Lysandre's control device, allowing [[Squishy]] and Z2 to destroy the Giant Rock and stop Lysandre's wicked plan. Relieved to see that Chespie finally awoke from its coma, Alain apologized to Mairin for all he did and asked for her forgiveness, but Mairin told him that as long as he was safe, then everything was alright.

He reappeared in ''[[XY137|Battling With a Clean Slate!]]'', where Mairin threw a party for his return at Professor Sycamore's lab. He listened as Ash revealed his intent to return home to [[Pallet Town]], later admitting to Ash that he was not sure of what he wanted to do now that everything he wanted to do had been accomplished. Feeling depressed and unsure, Alain said that despite not knowing Lysandre's plot, he still felt that he needed to atone for his mistakes. Ash suggested that they have another battle someday, as battling always helped him to find the answers to questions that he had. Although Alain was hesitant since Ash had already done so much for him, he agreed noting to himself that in every way that was important Ash was his superior. However, their conversation was interrupted when Team Rocket started attacking the lab in order to steal Pikachu. Using Charizard and Greninja, Ash and Alain successfully rescued Pikachu, and then sent Team Rocket blasting off with Serena and Clemont's assistance. Later on, he and the others received medals from Sycamore for their efforts against Team Flare, before posing for a group photograph and watching the reopening of Prism Tower that night. Professor Sycamore also asked Alain if he would like to return to his post as research assistant and Alain happily agreed. Alain reappeared in [[XY138|the next episode]], where he and Mairin came to watch Serena's performance. He was hesitant when Mairin and Chespie dragged him to dance with her, but with Professor Sycamore's encouragement, he eventually agreed, although still feeling awkward.

Alain made one more appearance in ''[[XY140|Till We Compete Again!]]'', where he, Mairin, and Professor Sycamore visited Ash and his friends before they would leave. During their conversation, Alain revealed that he and Mairin were now going to journey throughout Kalos to hunt down Key Stones and Mega Stones, due to the Anistar Sundial now providing locations to Mega Stones throughout the region. He also informed Ash that he had discarded his Mega Stone and Key Stone because he received them from Lysandre, and that he wanted to find them on his own and start from zero just like Ash. Alain and Ash then said goodbye to each other and promised to battle again one day. Alain was later seen talking with Sycamore via a video call alongside Mairin in [[Frost Cavern]], giving him an update on their journey.

==Character==
Alain is shown to usually be focused on his goals, yet often exhibits aloof behavior and can wander off in thought. He at first seems to push others away from him, but he helped Mairin capture Flabébé with hints on strategy. He does, however, have a close bond with his Charizard, and has become accustomed to Mairin's companionship as shown in ''[[SS031|Mega Evolution Special II]]''. Alain doggedly pursues his goal of becoming the strongest, often ignoring the concern of others and inadvertently causing distress and further concern among those that care most for him.

[[File:Alain anger SS035.png|thumb|250px|Alain after learning of Chespie's coma]]
Alain has a tendency to push away the people he wants to protect. During his time working at Professor Sycamore's lab, Alain was much more cheerful than he is in the present. While he has distanced himself from Professor Sycamore, it is clear he is still concerned about his safety, something that he fully admitted to his former mentor while at the Kalos League.

His character took a darker turn at the end of ''[[SS035|Mega Evolution Special IV]]''. Blaming himself for Chespie's falling into a comatose state because of his pushing Mairin away, he became disgusted with himself and began obsessively pursuing the completion of Lysandre's Mega Evolution energy system. His goal thus became to gain strength and complete the system in order to heal Chespie and help Mairin smile again. To meet this end, he worked with Mable and Aliana in their mission to capture Z2, succeeding in distracting Z2 long enough for the Team Flare Scientists to weaken it.

Alain is a good sport, and is shown to take his losses well. When he wins battles, he likewise congratulates his opponents on putting up a good fight, which is how he befriends Ash. When he loses, he doesn't let it bother him, instead devoting himself to train even harder. He greatly enjoys a challenge, becoming visibly excited when he and Charizard were pushed into a corner in their second battle with Ash-Greninja. This excitement and desire to once again battle against Ash in a competitive fashion similar to their previous battles would drive him to quickly attain enough badges to compete in the [[Lumiose Conference]], something that he admitted to Korrina following his victory over her at the Shalour Gym.

[[File:Alain Mega Ring.png|left|thumb|250px|Alain's Mega Ring]]
By the time of the Kalos League, however, Alain's attitude had become more serious and cold, as the only thing he really cared about was proving that he was the strongest Trainer. Although showing brief glimpses of amusement in his battle with Trevor, after thoroughly defeating him, he would resume with his cold and serious demeanor. Likewise, when Remo failed to give him a real challenge, Alain just expressed indifference to the battle and, as in his battle with Trevor, left the arena without congratulating or praising his opponents as he would have in the past, further enforcing how obsessed he had become with gaining strength and battling fiercely competitive battles. However, despite this darker persona, Alain still showed signs of his old self when talking with Charizard about how he was genuinely looking forward to his battle with Ash in the finals. He would afterwards open up to Professor Sycamore and explain his motivations, reaffirming his desire to become stronger in order to protect his friends or anyone he is closest to in the process.

During his battle with Ash, Alain admitted to himself that Ash's excited attitude and eagerness to enjoy battles are what made him such a great opponent, and that battling Ash made him truly enjoy the battles themselves, causing him to lose track of time.

When Team Flare attacked Lumiose City and revealed their true motives, Alain felt betrayed by them and began to feel a great sense of guilt in him. After Lysandre proclaimed the dawn of his new world to him, Alain collapsed in frustration and anger. These feelings along with Ash helping him see the truth that would lead him to turn against Team Flare and join Ash. After Team Flare was defeated, Alain began to feel despondent, since not only did he feel that he was indirectly responsible for what Lysandre was able to do to Kalos, but he did not know what he wanted to do now that everyone was safe. Thanks to Ash, Alain began to cheer up, and accepted Professor Sycamore's offer to resume their research on Mega Evolution.

When Alain first met Mairin, he didn't like the fact that she kept following him, but he eventually gave in and reluctantly let her travel with him. Although he wasn't excited to have Mairin around at first, he grew to like having her around, and she became his best friend. Alain would do anything to protect her, even when he purposely tried to leave her behind to keep her from his dangerous mission of engaging Primal Groudon and Kyogre, as shown in ''[[SS032|Mega Evolution Special III]]''. After failing the mission, he returned to Kalos alone, leaving Mairin behind as he didn't want to endanger her any further through his missions.

Alain views Ash not only as a rival, but as a close friend, and he values his friendship with him just like he does for Mairin. However, their relationship nearly took a turn for the worst when he was force to let Team Flare take Ash and his Pokémon captive. Because of his betrayal, Alain was too ashamed to even talk to him. However, he eventually realized the error of his ways after hearing Ash explain that he doesn't care about what he has done in the past or the present. Also, it seems that he takes some inspiration from Ash, since he competed in the Kalos League because of him. Also, Ash helped him understand what was wrong with his ways, and helped him start over from zero by going on a new journey with Mairin to find his own Key Stone and Mega Stone to call his own.

==Pokémon==
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This listing is of Alain's known {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in the {{pkmn|anime}}:
===On hand===
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|main=Alain's Charizard
|trainer=Alain
|stage1=Charmander
|stage2=Charmeleon
|pkmn=Charizard ↔ Mega Charizard X
|type1=Fire
|type2=Flying
|img=Alain Charizard.png
|cap=Alain's Charizard
|img2=Alain Mega Charizard X.png
|cap2=Alain's Mega Charizard X
|epnum=SS029
|epname=Mega Evolution Special I
|vajp=Kensuke Satō
|vaen=Kensuke Satō
|desc={{p|Charizard}} is Alain's main Pokémon, which he has owned since it was a {{p|Charmander}}, when Alain was still one of [[Professor Sycamore]]'s assistants. Thanks to Alain's [[Key Stone|Mega Ring]] and its [[Charizardite X]], it can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into Mega Charizard X.}}

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|trainer=Alain
|pkmn=Metagross
|stage1=Metang
|type1=Steel
|type2=Psychic
|img=Alain Metang.png
|img2=Alain Metagross.png
|epnum=XY116
|epname=The Synchronicity Test!
|desc={{p|Metagross}} first appeared as a {{p|Metang}} in ''[[XY116|The Synchronicity Test!]]'', where Alain used it in a battle against {{Ash}}. It went up against [[Ash's Noivern]], and following a close battle, emerged victorious.

In ''[[XY127|Analysis Versus Passion!]]'', the now fully evolved Metagross was used in Alain's battle against [[Remo]] in the semi-finals of the [[Lumiose Conference]], but it was defeated by one of Remo's Pokémon.

It later reappeared in ''[[XY130|Finals Not for the Faint-Hearted!]]'', serving as Alain's fifth Pokémon in the Lumiose Conference finals, with [[Ash's Pikachu]] as its opponent. Despite putting up a good fight, it lost.

Metagross's known moves are {{m|Metal Claw}}, {{m|Psyshock}}, {{m|Meteor Mash}}, {{m|Agility}}, and {{m|Rock Slide}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Alain
|pkmn=Tyranitar
|type1=Rock
|type2=Dark
|img=Alain Tyranitar.png
|epnum=XY130
|epname=Finals Not for the Faint-Hearted!
|desc={{p|Tyranitar}} was the first Pokémon used by Alain in his battle with {{Ash}} in the [[Lumiose Conference]] finals. It went up against [[Ash's Pikachu]], but was defeated.

Tyranitar's known moves are {{m|Dark Pulse}}, {{m|Stone Edge}}, and {{m|Crunch}}, and its Ability is {{a|Sand Stream}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Alain
|pkmn=Weavile
|type1=Dark
|type2=Ice
|img=Alain Weavile.png
|epnum=XY130
|epname=Finals Not for the Faint-Hearted!
|vajp=Hitomi Nabatame
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc={{p|Weavile}} was the second Pokémon Alain used to battle {{Ash}} in the [[Lumiose Conference]] finals. It first went up against [[Ash's Noivern]] and managed to beat him, but was subsequently taken down by {{AP|Hawlucha}}.

Weavile's known moves are {{m|Protect}}, {{m|Night Slash}}, {{m|Ice Beam}}, and {{m|Double Team}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Alain
|pkmn=Bisharp
|type1=Dark
|type2=Steel
|img=Alain Bisharp.png
|epnum=XY130
|epname=Finals Not for the Faint-Hearted!
|vajp=
|vaen=List of English voice actors{{!}}Justin Anselmi
|desc={{p|Bisharp}} was Alain's third Pokémon used in his [[Lumiose Conference]] finals battle with {{Ash}}. It battled against [[Ash's Hawlucha]] and won, despite the massive type disadvantage. Afterwards, Alain temporarily [[recall]]ed it. It was [[XY131|later]] sent out again to face [[Ash's Goodra]]. Bisharp managed to defeat the {{type|Dragon}}, but not without taking serious damage itself, causing it to be swiftly defeated by [[Ash's Greninja]].

Bisharp's known moves are {{m|Thunder Wave}}, {{m|Guillotine}}, {{m|Iron Head}}, and {{m|Focus Blast}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Alain
|pkmn=Unfezant
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|gender=male
|img=Alain Unfezant.png
|epnum=XY130
|epname=Finals Not for the Faint-Hearted!
|vajp=
|vaen=Erica Schroeder
|desc={{p|Unfezant}} was Alain's fourth Pokémon used to battle {{Ash}} in the [[Lumiose Conference]] finals. He had an aerial battle with [[Ash's Talonflame]], which ended in a tie.

Unfezant's known moves are {{m|Steel Wing}}, {{m|Sky Attack}}, and {{m|Air Slash}}.}}

===Found===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Professor Sycamore
|pkmn=Gible
|gender=female
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Ground
|img=Alain Gible.png
|cap=Professor Sycamore's Gible with Alain
|epnum=XY068
|epname=Garchomp's Mega Bond!
|desc=In ''[[XY068|Garchomp's Mega Bond!]]'', it was revealed that Alain found [[Professor Sycamore]]'s {{p|Garchomp}} as a {{p|Gible}}, injured in the streets of [[Lumiose City]]. Alain brought her to the laboratory to receive treatment.

None of Gible's moves were known at the time.}}

==Achievements==
[[File:Alain winning.png|thumb|250px|Alain with the Lumiose Championship Trophy]]
===Badges obtained===
This listing is of the [[Badge]]s Alain has obtained:
* Seven unknown Badges (prior to ''[[XY123|A Diamond in the Rough!]]'')
* {{Badge|Rumble}} (''[[XY123|A Diamond in the Rough!]]'')

===Pokémon League ranking===
Alain has competed in the following [[Pokémon League Conference]]s:
* [[Lumiose Conference]] - Winner (''[[XY131|Down to the Fiery Finish!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{black color light}}|bordercolor={{Dragon color light}}
|ja=小野賢章 ''[[Kenshō Ono]]''
|en=Jonathan Silver
|da=Josef Aarskov
|fi=Peter Pihlström
|de=Karim El Kammouchi
|id=Turi Sandos ([[Mega Evolution Specials|Mega Evolution Special]] [[SS029|I]] and [[SS031|II]]) Rahardian Ali ([[Mega Evolution Specials|Mega Evolution Special]] [[SS032|III]] and [[SS035|IV]])
|it=Marco Benedetti
|pl=Paweł Ciołkosz
|pt_br=Felipe Drummond
|es_la=Israel Nuncio
|es_eu=Álvaro de Juan
|th=ภัคภูมิ ลิ้มมานะสถาพร ''Pakkapoom Limmanasathaporn''
}}

==Artwork==
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|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{dragon color dark}}; background: #{{black color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Alain XY 2.png|x250px]]
|-
| {{color|fff|Alternative artwork from the}} {{color2|fff|XY series|''XY'' series}}
|}

==Trivia==
* If the player has [[List of American region Nintendo Network event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Steven's Beldum|Steven's Shiny Beldum]], [[Steven Stone]] makes a nod to Alain and the events of ''[[SS031|Mega Evolution Special II]]'' during the [[Delta Episode]] in [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]]; specifically, he mentions an occasion a long time ago in which he had the chance to meet and battle {{p|Rayquaza}} alongside a young Trainer who used a black Charizard.
* Alain is the first non-{{pkmn|Champion}} Trainer to defeat an [[Elite Four]] member in the anime, defeating [[Malva]] during a one-on-one match.
** He is also the first rival in the anime to be associated with a villainous organization.
** He is also the first primary rival to win a [[Lumiose Conference|League]].
* Alain's outfit seems to be based on his signature Pokémon, Mega Charizard X.
** As Professor Sycamore's assistant, he wears an orange hoodie over a yellow shirt, resembling the stomach of a Charmander.

==Names==
{| style="float:left; background: #{{black color light}}; {{roundy|10px}}; border: 3px solid #{{dragon color}}"
|- style="text-align:center;"
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Japanese
| アラン ''Alan''
| Possibly from 藍 ''ran'' (indigo) or 嵐 ''ran'' (storm).
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English, French, German, Spanish
| Alain
| From ''{{wp|Alain (given name)|Alain}}'', French form of ''Alan''
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Alan
| From his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 알랭 ''Alan''
| From his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
| 艾嵐 ''Àilán''
| Transliteration of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 艾嵐 ''Aaihlàahm''
| Transliteration of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Thai
| อลัน ''Alan''
| Same as his Japanese name
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* {{cat|Episodes focusing on Alain}}
* [[a:Category:Alain|Images on the Bulbagarden Archives]]

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{{Leaguetrainers}} 
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{{Project Anime notice|mov}}

[[Category:Laboratory assistants]]
[[Category:Members of Team Flare]]
[[Category:Trainers with Key Stones]]

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Talk:Shiny Pokémon

2018-04-20T16:04:44Z

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==Archives==
*[[Talk:Shiny Pokémon/Archive 1|Archive 1]]
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==shiny odds increased? ==
I got Pokémon X on October 12, launch date. Within an hour of playing it, I found a shiny Psyduck. Two days later, I found a shiny Woobat. So either I'm REALLY lucky, or the chances of finding a shiny Pokémon increased for Generation Six. What do you think? [[User:ShinyMew9001|ShinyMew9001]] ([[User talk:ShinyMew9001|talk]]) 13:08, 24 October 2013 (UTC)

:Wow, how did you do that a year before the game came out?!

:Seriously, though, I've been hearing this quite a bit lately from all over the place. Also, apparently Monochrome Pokémon are appearing at the previous Shiny rate. Pokérun MAY also be more common, but that one's a little harder to pinpoint. Unfortunately, the 3DS games can't be data mined like previous gens, so it might be a while before we have any solid numbers. --[[User:KingStarscream|KingStarscream]] ([[User talk:KingStarscream|talk]]) 19:30, 28 October 2013 (UTC)
::I've heard that the monochrome Pokémon are simply a texture error, which seems likely to me. We also can't say anything about increased shiny rate without hard facts. ''Maybe'' that many fans think shinies are more common in Gen VI, but that doesn't seem terribly notable. --[[User:WyndFox|Wynd]] [[User talk:WyndFox|Fox]] 22:30, 28 October 2013 (UTC)
:::I've heard that the shiny encounter rate is more generous in X and Y. [[User:Kikaypikachu|Kikaypikachu]] ([[User talk:Kikaypikachu|talk]]) 10:07, 2 November 2013 (UTC)
::::I understand that there's no easy way to prove that the Shiny odds have increased, but can I point out one more thing? One time I (almost) traded with someone who had a teal Frogadier and a black Furfrou. I do believe that they are Shiny Pokémon, so that means that the person is either super lucky, a hacker, or the Shiny odds have increased. Once again, there's really no way to prove this without a confirmation from Nintendo, but I just wanted to throw that out.

::::Also, Pokérus may be more common now. One of my friends got Pokérus within one week of playing X, while I've been playing Black for over two years now and I haven't caught it. So either-- well, you know what I'm going to say. And once again this is all speculation, which really makes me wonder why I'm even pointing this out.

::::Also, what's this talk about Monochrome Pokémon? Unless you're referring to Generation One, I have no idea what you're talking about. [[User:ShinyMew9001|ShinyMew9001]] ([[User talk:ShinyMew9001|talk]]) 13:48, 2 November 2013 (UTC)
:::::Some rumour about a new type of Pokémon similar to Shiny Pokémon, with the coloroation being black and white. I've heard about it and also heard it's some texture error, either that or it's just a hoax. ☼ Blazing[[User talk:Blazingfist|Fist ☼]] 13:59, 2 November 2013 (UTC)
::::::I don't think Pokérus is more common. Shinies pretty clearly are though (and can be observed easily from empirical testing, and has been). A single person finding Pokérus while their friend does not is not a good sample size; with that data, Pokérus could easily be less common.
::::::As for monochrome Pokémon, I'm calling them a hoax. If they exist, I challenge anybody that has one to record a battle video featuring one and share the code; if they are an intended mechanic, in a battle video they will appear monochrome for everyone. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 14:05, 2 November 2013 (UTC)
If there really were monochrome Pokémon they would probably have been revealed earlier. [[User:Kikaypikachu|Kikaypikachu]] ([[User talk:Kikaypikachu|talk]]) 14:30, 2 November 2013 (UTC)
:Monochrome Pokémon are caused by a texture error, and are not an intended mechanic. --[[User talk:Relicant|The]] [[Special:Contributions/Relicant|Truth]] aka Relicant 14:53, 2 November 2013 (UTC)

:Ah, that makes sense. I would also like to point out one more thing: it ''may'' be impossible to find a shiny Xerneas, Yveltal, and Zygarde. Once again, this is all speculation, and I bet the majority of admins would have my head for this, but I've looked all over for an encounter with a shiny Xerneas, Yveltal, or Zygarde, and I've found nothing. It may be that people haven't had time or motivation to shiny hunt them, but I'm sure that there would at least be a screenshot of a shiny legendary by now. I don't want to drag this topic out for too long, but do you have any thoughts on the matter? Also, I'm sorry, admins. [[User:ShinyMew9001|ShinyMew9001]] ([[User talk:ShinyMew9001|talk]]) 22:31, 2 November 2013 (UTC)

::It's plausible that Xerneas and Yveltal have coding in place that prevents them from being shiny, since last Gen's mascots Reshi and Zek have similar measures in place. Either that or like you suggested people have had no luck/time finding them.--[[User talk:Relicant|The]] [[Special:Contributions/Relicant|Truth]] aka Relicant 23:09, 2 November 2013 (UTC)
:::That's very possible. [[User:Kikaypikachu|Kikaypikachu]] ([[User talk:Kikaypikachu|talk]]) 23:12, 2 November 2013 (UTC)
::::Once again, there's really no way to be sure about this without a confirmation from Game Freak, I'm just pointing this out. [[User:ShinyMew9001|ShinyMew9001]] ([[User talk:ShinyMew9001|talk]]) 00:17, 3 November 2013 (UTC)
:::::GF's never gonna tell us 'bout that sort of thing. We need hackers for that--[[User:BigBadBatter|BigBadBatter]] ([[User talk:BigBadBatter|talk]]) 06:18, 5 November 2013 (UTC)

Research has been done about this: http://nuggetbridge.com/forums/topic/2793-instacheck-hotspot-a-fast-pok%C3%A9mon-checker-for-xy/
This Shiny Value is between 0 and 4095. 'Shiny Value' is the equivalent of TID and SID XORed and right shifted 4 places. It used to be shifted 3 places (2^3 is 8 which is why the value has to be less than 8 because the last 3 bits don't count), however no it's shifted 4 places, meaning the last 4 bits don't count. So going by the calcs in the article the answer can now be less and 16 for it to be shiny. Therefore the range is doubled and the chance of getting a shiny is doubled. I'm about to edit the article to mention this change. [[User:Lucky V4.0|Lucky V4.0]] ([[User talk:Lucky V4.0|talk]]) 18:32, 18 November 2013 (UTC)

With the shiny percentage change in generation VI, can a pokemon imported from gen IV that wasn't shiny become shiny? [[User:Zombiedude347|Zombiedude347]] ([[User talk:Zombiedude347|talk]]) 20:48, 24 March 2014 (UTC)
:I highly doubt it. [[User:Pikachu Bros.|Pikachu Bros.]] ([[User talk:Pikachu Bros.|talk]]) 13:34, 31 March 2014 (UTC)

::I've heard this theory before. Since there's now a whole new set of personality values for each individual wild Pokémon that could be shiny in Gen VI, and that weren't in V, ''theoretically'' they could end up as Shiny when moved, in the same way that something traded from Gen I over to II could become shiny after being traded. However, I can imagine that this late in the game, Nintendo would have forseen that and made it so a transfer via the Poké Transporter doesn't change the color palette. [[User:Schiffy|Schiffy (瀬藤健二)]] ([[User talk:Schiffy|Talk]] [[Special:Contributions/Schiffy|Contribs]]) 13:39, 3/31/2014 (UTC)

:::My friend caught a Shiny Fearow and Remoraid in his Pokemon X game after only having it for 2 months, and I haven't seen a single shiny I'm pokemon black, even though I've been playing it for half a year. I'm guessing the shiny odds probably were increased.[[User:Espurr101|Espurr101]] ([[User talk:Espurr101|talk]]) 22:40, 23 April 2014 (UTC)

:: Could possibly the pokemon that aren't shiny become locked that way in a similar manner to how azumarill that would change genders upon evolution get locked upon poke transfer? [[User:Zombiedude347|Zombiedude347]] ([[User talk:Zombiedude347|talk]]) 14:14, 28 July 2014 (UTC)

==Shiny parents==
This is unrelated but I was curious if hatching a shiny Pokemon is more likely if one of the parents is shiny. [[User:Mariofan99|Mariofan99]] ([[User talk:Mariofan99|talk]]) 19:49, 2 January 2014 (UTC)
:This is only the case in Generation II, where Shininess is the result of IVs. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 00:07, 3 January 2014 (UTC)

== Horde Battle and Friend Safari not mentioned ==

How come there is no mention of Horde battles increasing the chance of finding a Shiny? I am not the best at math, but I know it gives you a 5x better chance then the traditional 1-on-1 encounter. Again, not the best at math, but if I did it right it looks like each Pokémon in a horde has a 1/4096, which in terns means there is a 1/819.2 chance of encountering a horde with a shiny Pokémon if I am correct?

Also, I'm pretty sure there is a higher chance of finding Shiny Pokémon in the Friend Safari but there is no mention of this either. The first time I entered a friend's Flying type Safari I encountered a Shiny Hawlucha. If I am not mistaken, I think the reason there is a increase is because there are only 2-3 Pokémon available in the Friend Safari at all times, thus your chances of encountering a shiny, at least of those 2-3 increases. This might be a superficial increase though. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 19:40, 28 January 2014 (UTC)
:Horde Encounters do not increase the shiny rate. Five Pokémon means that you're five times more likely to have ''any'' of the members of the horde be Shiny, yes, but the random generator still creates ''each individual'' Pokémon with the same rate as normal. As for the Friend Safari, I haven't seen anybody say anything about an increased Shiny rate there except people idly speculating based on anecdotal evidence like you're doing right now. We can't report it as true until either (A) we hack the game and check the data ourselves or (B) a high-quality (i.e. sample size of several thousand, at least) statistical analysis is performed. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 20:38, 28 January 2014 (UTC)
::The probability posted by Yamitora is very accurate, but it's calculated in a wrong way; by that logic, a 4096-Pokémon horde would ''always'' include a Shiny Pokémon. The true probability of encountering at least one Shiny Pokémon in a Horde Encounter is 1 - (4095/4096)^5 or about 1/819.6.--'''[[User:Dennou Zenshi|電禅]][[User talk:Dennou Zenshi|Den Zen]]''' 21:25, 28 January 2014 (UTC)
:::The probability he posted of a battle ''containing'' a Shiny might be accurate, but that's neither how the games are programmed nor how our pages are presented. The probability of a particular Pokémon being generated as Shiny by the algorithm is the same regardless of whether that's in a Single Battle, a Double Battle or a Horde Encounter. Claiming on our page that a Horde Encounter has a higher Shiny rate would be misleading. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 22:33, 28 January 2014 (UTC)
::::I already said I am not that good with math. I mentioned 1/819.2. Den Zen, you came up with 1/819.6 I wasn't trying to say it like every horde has a shiny, I was just unintentionally misrepresenting the math since again, not so good with it.
::::By the way Pumpkingking0192...Its both rude and condescending accusing me of speculating like that. I'm trying to do the best I can with what skills and resources I have. Please show some respect and courtesy for me as a fellow editor.
::::Also Den Zen already said that the horde battles do in fact in crease the odds of finding a shiny by the fact there are 5 Pokemon instead of 1. Just like smoking a pack of cigs a day increases your odds of developing lung cancer. Its all in the numbers. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 02:17, 29 January 2014 (UTC)

== Gen VI Shiny Charm Calculations ==

I'm not sure if the calculation for the Shiny charm still triples the chances, but if so would the chance be 1/1365.33 in gen VI?

again, I am not good with math. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 21:22, 8 February 2014 (UTC)

:One more thing. Under Generation VI it says "The exact rates at which the previous four techniques increase the Shiny probability are currently unknown." What four techniques does this mean. I know chain fishing rates are unknown still, but what are the other 4? because I am only counting 3 techniques, The shiny Charm, Masuda Method and Poké Radar which I am pretty sure those odds have already been calculated. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 14:08, 9 February 2014 (UTC)
::They are? Nobody said they went up 4 times like normal chance, or they changed at all, considering G5 did buffed Masuda method by 1/8192 IIRC while wild was still 1/8192. [[User:Eridanus|Eridanus]] ([[User talk:Eridanus|talk]]) 14:16, 9 February 2014 (UTC)
:::Its confusing that's for sure. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 14:48, 9 February 2014 (UTC)
::::I imagine that Shiny Charm is the same, and triples the shiny rate.----[[User:BigBadBatter|Big]][[User talk:BigBadBatter|Bad]][[User:BigBadBatter|Batter]] 01:37, 11 March 2014 (UTC)
Well, it's probably coincidence, but no sooner did I get the charm that i ran into a carbink/ragarolla horde with a shinny ragarolla in it. But I think we have to hack the game and see the code before we can be sure or add to the article. [[User:Yamitora1|Yamitora1]] ([[User talk:Yamitora1|talk]]) 02:21, 11 March 2014 (UTC)

== Gen 1? ==

Can Shiny Pokémon occur in the first generation? I have encountered a Missingno of alternate colors while recording, and someone on the video comments says they once got a gen1 shiny as well. Is this an intentional effect or is it the game not properly setting the second species byte that controls colors? Or is it something that is caused due to hardware or emulation errors? (Was there a report of people naturally encountering [[??????????]]'s with a "1 in 1 million" chance? This might be similar). [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqPoR8al36Y Here's my video.] --[[User:Pokechu22|Pokechu22]] ([[User talk:Pokechu22|talk]]) 15:59, 15 March 2014 (UTC)
:Shiny Pokémon do not strictly exist in Generation I; that is to say that in those games there is no difference at all, but they do retain their Shininess when traded from Gen II to Gen I to Gen II again, and Pokémon caught in Gen I can be Shiny after being traded to Gen II. But as for your actual question, Missingno.'s pallet being wrong does not mean it is Shiny. I can't tell you exactly what the cause of the incorrect pallet is, but it's not due to Missingno. being Shiny. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 16:11, 15 March 2014 (UTC)
::Hm. I'll have to see what happens if I trade it then. But that could be interesting. I'll have to find my save state. --[[User:Pokechu22|Pokechu22]] ([[User talk:Pokechu22|talk]]) 16:33, 15 March 2014 (UTC)
:::I believe this is due to your disabling cheat codes during the black entering-battle screen. I'm not 100% on this, but I think what's happening is you've effectively interrupted the wild Pokemon generation process causing it to split between the Pokemon determined by the code and a Pokemon that can normally be encountered in that area. So it started loading the specified MissingNo. data into RAM, but you intercepted the process which resulted in the remaining data being generated for a wild Pokemon native to that area. Based on coloration, I'm guessing the encounter generated an Oddish. Try repeating the process by interrupting more encounters. --[[User:GARY-DOS|GARY-DOS]] ([[User talk:GARY-DOS|talk]]) 03:13, 17 April 2014 (UTC)

== Encounter with Shining Pokémon ==

The {{DL|Prima's Official Strategy Guides|Pokémon 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition Complete Pokédex}} calls "Pokémon Gallery: Encounter with Shining Pokémon" "Pokémon Gallery: Encounter with Shin'''y''' Pokémon". Would this be the "English name" or not? [[User:Pikachu Bros.|Pikachu Bros.]] ([[User talk:Pikachu Bros.|talk]]) 14:24, 7 April 2014 (UTC), edited 14:24, 7 April 2014 (UTC)
:I'm not sure what you're asking, but yes, Shiny Pokémon is absolutely the official English Name for them. It's the name given in all of the recent games. [[Typhlosion (Pokémon)|★]][[User:Jo The Marten|Jo the Marten]][[Flygon (Pokémon)|★]] [[User_Talk:Jo The Marten|ಠ_ಠ]][[Cilan (anime)|♥]] 17:43, 7 April 2014 (UTC)
::No, I'm saying the name of the picture says Shiny instead of Shining in the 10th Anniversary book, and asking if we should change the name of the picture. [[User:Pikachu Bros.|Pikachu Bros.]] ([[User talk:Pikachu Bros.|talk]]) 19:10, 7 April 2014 (UTC), edited 19:10, 7 April 2014 (UTC)
:::I'm pretty sure the current title is a translation of the Japanese title, so if there's an official English one, I say go for it. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 05:37, 8 April 2014 (UTC)
::::This was published in generation 3, and the term shiny wasn't used until gen. 5, so it was probably because the gen 2 cards referred to them as "shining pokemon", so the author probably used that.--[[User:Espurr101|Espurr101]] ([[User talk:Espurr101|talk]]) 22:43, 23 April 2014 (UTC)
:::::The book says "Shiny", though. [[User:Pikachu Bros.|Pikachu Bros.]] ([[User talk:Pikachu Bros.|talk]]) 22:56, 23 April 2014 (UTC)

== Pokédex registration Shiny sprite ==

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MLhhZIzSg8&t=4m16s It happens as early as HGSS]. I don't think it happens in G3, not sure about DPPt. Anyone could double check? [[User:Eridanus|Eridanus]] ([[User talk:Eridanus|talk]]) 12:45, 30 July 2014 (UTC)

== Calculations ==

I decided to do some math. I'm sure I'm not the first to come up with these numbers, but I haven't seen them anywhere, so i figured I would post them. 
Number of encounters required to have a 10% chance at finding a shiny Pokémon... 864 
Number of encounters required to have a 25% chance at finding a shiny Pokémon... 2357 
Number of encounters required to have a 50% chance at finding a shiny Pokémon... 5678 
Number of encounters required to have a 75% chance at finding a shiny Pokémon... 11356 
Number of encounters required to have a 99% chance at finding a shiny Pokémon... 37224 
Of course, you can never reach 100%, but 99.99999%.............................. 132032

Not sure if anyone cares, but I thought it was interesting. Equation I used was
y = 100 - (100 * ((8191/8192)^x)) if you want to look at it.
[[User:Kplaxxc25|Kplaxxc25]] ([[User talk:Kplaxxc25|talk]]) 06:05, 10 September 2014 (UTC)

== Changing Shininess through generations ==

As Generation VI increased the probability of Pokémon being shiny, wouldn't some Pokémon from games of earlier generations became shiny after being transfered to Generation VI? [[User:Suic12-|Suic12-]] ([[User talk:Suic12-|talk]]) 18:39, 14 October 2014 (UTC)

:No. for the same reason a pokemon's ability slot is now locked [[User:Jmvb|Jmvb]] ([[User talk:Jmvb|talk]]) 18:25, 2 December 2014 (UTC)

::But that's because ability and personality value (that determines the ability slot) are stored separately and redundantly. Is Shininess really stored the same way (I'd be quite surprised if it were)? (Also, by 'now' do you mean new to Generation VI? Ability locking has been present since Pal Park where a Pickup Zigzagoon from Gen III would always keep Pickup upon transfer to Gen IV but have a 50% chance of switching to Gluttony on evolution based on its predetermined personality value.) [[User:Blueapple128|Blueapple128]] ([[User talk:Blueapple128|talk]]) 18:40, 2 December 2014 (UTC)

:::What I meant by ability locking is that in Generation VI the ability is still locked on evolution. So a pick-up Zigzagoon from Gen III will always evolve into a pick-up Linoone in GenVI even if it evolves into a gluttony Linoone in GenIV/V. I assume that shininess is now stored separately from PID simply to stop pre-gen pokemon becoming shiny on transfer [[User:Jmvb|Jmvb]] ([[User talk:Jmvb|talk]]) 19:00, 2 December 2014 (UTC)

::::Huh, very interesting; had no idea about that. Any links to sources and/or disassembly? [[User:Blueapple128|Blueapple128]] ([[User talk:Blueapple128|talk]]) 23:47, 2 December 2014 (UTC)

::::: Source for the ability thing is myself as I tested it (though a bunch of others did too). Apparently I was wrong about shinyness now being stored separately. According to some guys at project pokemon, if your pokemon's PID fits the criteria of not being shiny pre-genvi but would be shiny in genvi, poketransfer will actually change the PID so it isn't shiny. This doesn't seem to affect anything else though as it seems to be the only thing the PID is still used for. [[User:Jmvb|Jmvb]] ([[User talk:Jmvb|talk]]) 00:49, 4 December 2014 (UTC)

== Tag. ==

What is the tag for a shiny Pokémon? I saw it somewhere, but I lost the page. A little help please? [[User:WATERWARRIOR67|WATER]][[User talk:WATERWARRIOR67|Warrior]]67 23:08, 21 January 2015 (UTC)

== Unobtainable Shiny Pokemon ==

Shouldn't Arceus be removed as it can be obtained in the Event that started today?
Source: Serebii.net
[[User:Hydrachomp|Hydrachomp]] ([[User talk:Hydrachomp|talk]]) 12:10, 7 March 2015 (UTC)

:: We're not allowed to use Serebii as a source here, but if he's right there should be loads of other sources cropping up soon. [[User:Jmvb|JMVB - I don't what to put here.]] ([[User talk:Jmvb|talk]]) 12:36, 7 March 2015 (UTC)

Pretty sure the Ageto Celebi in Gen III can be shiny. [http://www.pokemongts.com/showthread.php?tid=86127 Source] [[User:Pac|Pac]] ([[User talk:Pac|talk]]) 00:54, 4 September 2015 (UTC)
:I recommend reading all the way through that thread. As you can see in posts toward the end [[Talk:Shiny Pokémon/Archive 1#Wait.|the algorithm is known to be unable to produce Shiny Celebi]]. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 08:12, 4 September 2015 (UTC)

== Shiny Gyarados in Crystal ==

At least Shiny Gyarados has the "Can't escape!" script when attempting to flee: https://youtu.be/MXNDw_YIdKw
 Shiny Gyarados IVs are fixed to 0 HP / 14 ATK / 10 DEF / 10 SPE / 10 SPC, and Escape is prevented.

Encountering wild Shiny Gyarados:
RO20:4648 79 ld a,c
RO20:4649 FE 1B cp a,1B
RO20:464B 38 01 jr c,464E
RO20:464D AF xor a
RO20:464E 4F ld c,a
RO20:464F 06 00 ld b,00
RO20:4651 21 71 46 ld hl,4671
RO20:4654 09 add hl,bc
RO20:4655 09 add hl,bc
RO20:4656 09 add hl,bc
RO20:4657 5E ld e,(hl)
RO20:4658 23 inc hl
RO20:4659 56 ld d,(hl) // de = (D230)

ROM0:26D4 E5 push hl
ROM0:26D5 C5 push bc
ROM0:26D6 F0 9D ld a,(ff00+9D)
ROM0:26D8 F5 push af
ROM0:26D9 FA 39 D4 ld a,(D439)
ROM0:26DC D7 rst 10 // Bank 1C for Shiny Gyarados
ROM0:26DD 21 3A D4 ld hl,D43A
ROM0:26E0 4E ld c,(hl)
ROM0:26E1 23 inc hl
ROM0:26E2 46 ld b,(hl) // 1C:4072 for Shiny Gyarados
ROM0:26E3 0A ld a,(bc) // 1C:4072 is 07
ROM0:26E4 03 inc bc
ROM0:26E5 70 ld (hl),b
ROM0:26E6 2B dec hl
ROM0:26E7 71 ld (hl),c
ROM0:26E8 47 ld b,a
ROM0:26E9 F1 pop af
ROM0:26EA D7 rst 10
ROM0:26EB 78 ld a,b
ROM0:26EC C1 pop bc
ROM0:26ED E1 pop hl
ROM0:26EE C9 ret

RO25:769C 12 ld (de),a // Store battle type in (D230)
RO25:769D C9 ret

ROMF:696F FA 30 D2 ld a,(D230) // Load battle type in a, 07 is fixed shiny
ROMF:6972 FE 05 cp a,05
ROMF:6974 20 20 jr nz,6996

ROMF:6996 FE 07 cp a,07
ROMF:6998 20 06 jr nz,69A0
ROMF:699A 06 EA ld b,EA // If fixed shiny, bc = 0xEAAA
ROMF:699C 0E AA ld c,AA
ROMF:699E 18 08 jr 69A8

ROMF:69A8 21 0C D2 ld hl,D20C
ROMF:69AB 78 ld a,b
ROMF:69AC 22 ldi (hl),a
ROMF:69AD 71 ld (hl),c // Set the IVs to 14 ATK / 10 DEF / 10 SPE / 10 SPC

Attempting to flee:
ROMF:58B3 FA 30 D2 ld a,(D230)
ROMF:58B6 FE 02 cp a,02
ROMF:58B8 CA A2 59 jp z,59A2
ROMF:58BB FE 06 cp a,06
ROMF:58BD CA A2 59 jp z,59A2
ROMF:58C0 FE 09 cp a,09
ROMF:58C2 CA 8D 59 jp z,598D
ROMF:58C5 FE 0B cp a,0B
ROMF:58C7 CA 8D 59 jp z,598D
ROMF:58CA FE 07 cp a,07
ROMF:58CC CA 8D 59 jp z,598D // If shiny, display "Can't escape!"
ROMF:58CF FE 0C cp a,0C
ROMF:58D1 CA 8D 59 jp z,598D // (Entei, Raikou, Suicune)
--[[User:Froggy25|Froggy25]] ([[User talk:Froggy25|talk]]) 03:44, 18 May 2015 (UTC)
:As far as I know, it applies to other Shinies as well in G2. [[User:Eridanus|Eridanus]] ([[User talk:Eridanus|talk]]) 13:54, 18 May 2015 (UTC)
::Nope, I have tested it with a regular shiny encounter in the wild. Used a save state so I could test it multiple times that battle in case of flukes, but the first attempt to run resulted in running successfully. I didn't use encounter codes or anything either --[[User:Shadowater|Shadowater]] ([[User talk:Shadowater|talk]]) 21:47, 22 May 2015 (UTC)
:::Thank you for confirming it. Then the edit I made should be correct. --[[User:Froggy25|Froggy25]] ([[User talk:Froggy25|talk]]) 23:45, 27 May 2015 (UTC)

== Few questions and things to say about shiny Pokémon. ==

Hello. At first, I just noticed the Gyarados from the HG/SS expansion (123/123) was missing from the list of shiny Pokémon cards. Also, why are Groudon, Kyogre and Rayquaza present in the unobtainable list on Gen VI ? Cannot they be imported as shinies from Gen IV ? It also says that none of the Mew distributed in Gen I had IV making them shiny, but citation is missing. Do we have any proof of that ? Finally, I have two questions about shiny Celebi and Jirachi. Are we 100% sure that Wishmaker can be shiny, since it is not accepted by Poke-Transporter ? And what about the possibility of a shiny Ageto Celebi ? The last time I read about it, it was said that the Celebi sent to Colosseum could not be shiny, but there were still doubts for the 48 ones sent to the GBA games. Any recent news about that ? Thanks !

[[User:Jack-spearow|Jack-spearow]] ([[User talk:Jack-spearow|talk]]) 13:35, 22 June 2015 (UTC)

Rayquaza/Groupon/Kyogre aren't listed there... The bonus disc is capable of producing a Jirachi, it has been proven with people using GBA saves that will generate it. In fact pokemon bank now lets it through. All the evidence suggests the remaining 48 Celebi are produced in the same way as the Gc one so it can't be shiny [[User:Jmvb|JMVB - I don't what to put here.]] ([[User talk:Jmvb|talk]]) 11:56, 5 September 2015 (UTC)

==Shiny-locked Pokémon in Gen VI==
Are we going to mention how some legendary Pokémon cannot be obtained Shiny in Generation VI games, but can be imported from previous generations? Mewtwo, the legendary birds, Deoxys, and the weather trio cannot be legitimately encountered Shiny in their respective Generation VI games, but they can be ported over to Generation VI from a Generation V or earlier game or received through an event like the current Shiny Rayquaza event. This is basically the same thing that happened with Reshiram and Zekrom in Generation V, but because none of the aforementioned legendaries debuted in Generation VI, they can be obtained Shiny through trading or migrating, but cannot in Generation VI (so there will never be a legitimate Shiny Groudon with the blue pentagon identifying it as native to Generation VI). [[User:KyuremsIceBlade|'''''Kyurem's''''']] [[User talk:KyuremsIceBlade|'''''Ice''''']] [[Special:Contributions/KyuremsIceBlade|'''''Blade''''']] 21:11, 6 September 2015 (UTC)

: I don't think this page is the best place for that info. Perhaps we can have notes about shiny locked pokemon on the location pages where there are caught? [[User:Jmvb|JMVB - I don't what to put here.]] ([[User talk:Jmvb|talk]]) 21:50, 6 September 2015 (UTC)

== Sinnoh ==

One NPC in Oreburgh City calls these ''differently colored Pokémon''. [[User:Eridanus|Eridanus]] ([[User talk:Eridanus|talk]]) 09:49, 23 December 2015 (UTC)

== Shiny-lock Clarity ==
Okay, I think the section for Pokémon that can't be shiny needs to be more clear, more detailed, and possibly broken up into sections, a table, or even its own page.

Look at it this way: Xerneas and Yveltal cannot be found shiny in the wild in X or Y, however they don't make the list because there has been an event for shiny versions of them in Japan. But then someone reading the page might not know about the event, so they're expecting to be able to soft-reset for them. Or they're going to be taken in by a hack because it says it was caught at Team Flare's HQ but there's nothing to say it can't be. As far as anyone reading this page will know - Xerneas and Yveltal can be found in the wild as shiny Pokémon.

Or to put it more simply: Mewtwo can be obtained as a shiny in FRLG and sent forwards to XYORAS meaning it doesn't make the list, but can the Mewtwo in XY be shiny? I have no idea, because the page doesn't differentiate between the two possibilities.

It is too vague to be of any use. It needs to be more specific, or it might as well just be removed and replaced with the simple phrase "event and plot-significant Pokémon can't be shiny."

What I propose is that the section be broken up into "Pokémon That Cannot Be Shiny in the Wild" and "Event Pokémon That Cannot Be Shiny", or that Pokémon that cannot be caught as shinies in each generation but can be transferred up should still be listed but with a footnote explaining that they can be obtained as shinies in past generations. [[User:Me, Hurray!|Me, Hurray!]] ([[User talk:Me, Hurray!|talk]]) 19:52, 14 January 2016 (UTC)
:The point of the list is to indicate whether the Pokémon can legally be Shiny at all, regardless of the method. Noting which particular instances of Pokémon cannot be Shiny might also be a good idea (i.e. Shiny locked Reshiram/Zekrom in Gen V and the Gen VI Shiny locks), but it's quite different to what the current list is trying to achieve. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 02:09, 19 January 2016 (UTC)
::I feel like that broad definition of "unobtainable" makes the list completely useless, though. I think we should do what you just said about notation. Then the list would function both ways. All a user would have to do is consult the notes to know whether its shiny-locked or completely unobtainable. [[User:Me, Hurray!|Me, Hurray!]] ([[User talk:Me, Hurray!|talk]]) 22:23, 19 January 2016 (UTC)
:::I don't see why that makes the list useless. Knowing whether something can ever be Shiny is the kind of thing that is useful on a page about Shiny Pokémon; knowing if a Pokémon can be Shiny when obtained in a particular way is typically more useful to include on the page about obtaining it that way, but this page does also mention Shiny locked Pokémon by generation. Trying to make the list also mention which Pokémon are Shiny-locked in-game as well is just going to make it confusing (esp. once you start considering Colo/XD), whereas Shiny locking for particular kinds of encounters are very common in Gen VI so it makes more sense to just specify those. --[[User:SnorlaxMonster|'''Snorlax''']][[User talk:SnorlaxMonster|'''Monster''']] 01:15, 20 January 2016 (UTC)

== Hidden Power of Shiny Pokémons in Gen. II ==

OK, so I'm a bit confused: the Trivia section states that the power of Shiny Pokémons in Gen. II is either 50 or 70. However applying shiny DVs to the calculation formula of hidden power yields 31(base) + 20 or 0(for Attack) + 10(for Block > 7) + 5(for Speed > 7) + 3(for Special: floor((5 * floor(10 / 8) + 10 mod 4) / 2) = 3) = 49 or 69 . Did I make any mistakes during the calculation? --[[User:Rabby250|Rabby250]] ([[User talk:Rabby250|talk]]) 06:06, 20 March 2016 (UTC)
:You are correct. I suspect this info comes from Pokémon Online, which implements Hidden Power wrongly. I wanted to submit a fix on GitHub, but looking at this [https://github.com/po-devs/pokemon-online/blob/master/src/libraries/PokemonInfo/pokemoninfo.cpp#L3289 non-sensical code] discouraged me, as I'm worried of breaking things if I try to correct that. --[[User:Froggy25|Froggy25]] ([[User talk:Froggy25|talk]]) 20:41, 20 March 2016 (UTC)
::Yes, looks like filing an issue would be preferred over direct modification. Thanks for verifying the outcome. --[[User:Rabby250|Rabby250]] ([[User talk:Rabby250|talk]]) 11:34, 21 March 2016 (UTC)

== Shiny Victini ==

During the Liberty Pass event Victini is generated under a standard A-B-E-F type PID, there is no evidence to suggest that it has limiting factors to its IVs, Nature, or Shininess.

It has also been caught shiny before on plenty of unmodified hardware

Here are videos of people catching legit shiny Victini:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvOIJGYqUZM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJczEkWxmKY {{unsigned|DoubleYou}}
:Both of those videos explicitly say in the descriptions that they hacked to remove the shiny lock. This doesn't prove anything. [[User:VioletPumpkin|VioletPumpkin]] ([[User talk:VioletPumpkin|talk]]) 04:09, 10 August 2016 (UTC)
::If those videos are the kinds of proof you're going to offer, then we're going to have to be very skeptical that Victini isn't Shiny-locked in the Liberty Pass event. If you can get a reliable second opinion from someone (publicly), perhaps somewhere like the [[Smogon]] forums, confirming what you're saying, then we may be able to trust your claim. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 04:18, 10 August 2016 (UTC)
:::Just because you see someone catching a Shiny Victini in a video doesn't make it legit. Take for example [https://youtu.be/hJczEkWxmKY this video]. Uneducated people would say "Oh hey, Bulbapedia are idiots, they don't know this can be done, I'm going to fix it". But then look at the description and we're not really that dumb. He says both in the video and in the description, where he includes Action Replay codes, that it's Shiny-locked. The same codes would also get you a Shiny Reshiram and Shiny Zekrom as well, but obviously we don't advise doing that as they are invalid anyway. [[User:CycloneGU|CycloneGU]] ([[User talk:CycloneGU|talk]]) 04:24, 10 August 2016 (UTC)

== Generation VII SOS Battle Shiny Odds with Shiny Charm ==

So far, Bulbapedia is the only place that I've found that lists the current shiny odds as being 4/1365 (approximately 1/341) with the Shiny Charm on a chain of 70-255 rather than 1/683 under the same conditions. Both Serebii and even the bulbahandbook (http://bulbahandbook.bulbagarden.net/pokemonsunmoon/guide/sos-battle-chaining) state that the odds are 1/683, and when I tried to find a source of the new data in the changelog, none was given.

The information was provided by BlazingDiancie, but no further evidence was provided at the time of the edit, nor does BlazingDiancie have a userpage on which I could directly verify the source material for said odds (70-255 SOS chain w/Shiny Charm).

Did I miss a recent discovery in data-mining that revealed this new statistic?
Basically, should the bulbahandbook be corrected to 1/341 under said conditions, or should the Shiny Pokemon page be corrected to 1/683 under said conditions? {{unsigned|‎Tjallan53149}}

== Generation VII image ==

We need to get a screenshot of a Shiny Pokemon appearing in Generation VII, with its version of the sparkle imagery. I have an image available for a Shiny Rockruff, though I am unable to upload due to permissions. Another idea would be to go back to the original theme of the Shiny pictures, and get an image of a Shiny Alolan Sandshrew appearing. --[[User:Macsen|Macsen]] ([[User talk:Macsen|talk]]) 15:47, 2 February 2017 (UTC)

== Pokémon GO Shinies ==
We should have information on the new Shiny Magikarp and Gyarados that can be found in Pokémon GO as of March 2017. I do not have any images personally available. [[User:TraxScrip813|TraxScrip813]] ([[User talk:TraxScrip813|talk]]) 15:32, 26 March 2017 (UTC)

== Island Challenge trials ==

Can shiny Pokemon appear in Island Challenge trials? [[User:Sumwun|sumwun]] ([[User talk:Sumwun|talk]]) 20:04, 14 May 2017 (UTC)

== Friend Safari and DexNav Odds ==

Hello! I was wondering if there is a reason why we use information from MrNbaYoh for DexNav odds, but not Friend Safari odds. MrNbaYoh says in a tweet [https://twitter.com/mrnbayoh/status/760877085887987712] "So, the PID seems to be calculated 5 times (+2 if shiny charm) in the friend safari." This indicates that the odds for Friend Safari are 1/819.2 without charm and ~1/585.143 with charm. Is it because nobody's noticed the tweet, there's no breakdown of the information, or the wording of the tweet? Or something else entirely?[[User:Theskipster|Theskipster]] ([[User talk:Theskipster|talk]]) 21:54, 19 May 2017 (UTC)

== Unobtainable Shiny Pokemon ==

As it stands, this section consists of a collection of lists, with one list for each generation, which is a bit awkward. I think it would look much better in a table. I've gone ahead and made a template that I think would suit it well, [[User:WhosHaddady/Template:UnobtainableShiny|here]]. I'd just like to know if there are any objections or concerns before getting the template mainspaced and turning the lists into a table. Thanks!

—[[User:WhosHaddady|'''Haddady''']] [[User talk:WhosHaddady|~Straight Outta the Bag~]] 23:07, 17 June 2017 (UTC)

== "光るポケモン" ==

Can anyone cite when this term has been used officially? People on Twitter are saying official Japanese promotional materials only ever use "differently-colored" and mocking Bulbapedia for claiming otherwise, so we need to either A) remove it if it's false, or B) back up the claim. [[User:Nutter Butter|Nutter Butter]] ([[User talk:Nutter Butter|talk]]) 16:04, 20 April 2018 (UTC)

User:Nutter Butter

2018-04-20T15:30:11Z

Nutter Butter: /* Things I got incorrect */

=Sun & Moon Anime Speculation=
==Main Characters==
===[[Ash Ketchum]]===
Top of the series:
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Ash's Pikachu|3=025Pikachu.png|electric}} ♂
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Caught during series:
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Ash's Pikachu|3=025Pikachu.png|4=electric}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Ash's Litten|3=725Litten.png|4=fire|2=Litten}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Pikipek (Pokémon)|3=731Pikipek.png|4=normal|5=flying|2=Pikipek}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Mimikyu (Pokémon)|3=778Mimikyu.png|4=ghost|5=fairy|2=Mimikyu}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Salandit (Pokémon)|3=757Salandit.png|4=poison|5=fire|2=Salandit}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Mudbray (Pokémon)|3=749Mudbray.png|4=ground|2=Mudbray}}
|}
Final team:
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Ash's Pikachu|3=025Pikachu.png|4=electric}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Incineroar (Pokémon)|3=727Incineroar.png|4=fire|5=dark|2=Incineroar}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Toucannon (Pokémon)|3=733Toucannon.png|4=normal|5=flying|2=Toucannon}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Mimikyu (Pokémon)|3=778Mimikyu.png|4=ghost|5=fairy|2=Mimikyu}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Salazzle (Pokémon)|3=758Salazzle.png|4=poison|5=fire|2=Salazzle}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Mudsdale (Pokémon)|3=750Mudsdale.png|4=ground|2=Mudsdale}}
|}

===[[Mallow (anime)|Mallow]]===
Top of the series:
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Fomantis (Pokémon)|3=753Fomantis.png|4=grass|2=Fomantis}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Rowlet (Pokémon)|3=722Rowlet.png|4=grass|5=flying|2=Rowlet}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Comfey (Pokémon)|3=764Comfey.png|4=fairy|2=Comfey}}
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Caught during series:
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Fomantis (Pokémon)|3=753Fomantis.png|4=grass|2=Fomantis}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Rowlet (Pokémon)|3=722Rowlet.png|4=grass|5=flying|2=Rowlet}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Comfey (Pokémon)|3=764Comfey.png|4=fairy|2=Comfey}}
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Exeggutor (Pokémon)|3=103Exeggutor-Alola.png|4=grass|5=dragon|2=Exeggutor}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Cutiefly (Pokémon)|3=742Cutiefly.png|4=bug|5=fairy|2=Cutiefly}}
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Final team:
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Lurantis (Pokémon)|3=754Lurantis.png|4=grass|2=Lurantis}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Dartrix (Pokémon)|3=723Dartrix.png|4=grass|5=flying|2=Dartrix}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Comfey (Pokémon)|3=764Comfey.png|4=fairy|2=Comfey}}
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Exeggutor (Pokémon)|3=103Exeggutor-Alola.png|4=grass|5=dragon|2=Exeggutor}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Cutiefly (Pokémon)|3=742Cutiefly.png|4=bug|5=fairy|2=Cutiefly}}
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===[[Hau]]===
Top of the series:
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Popplio (Pokémon)|3=728Popplio.png|4=water|2=Popplio}}
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Caught during series:
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Popplio (Pokémon)|3=728Popplio.png|4=water|2=Popplio}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Pichu (Pokémon)|3=172Pichu.png|4=electric|2=Pichu}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Yungoos (Pokémon)|3=734Yungoos.png|4=normal|2=Yungoos}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Oricorio (Pokémon)|3=741Oricorio-Sensu.png|4=ghost|5=flying|2=Oricorio}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Wimpod (Pokémon)|3=767Wimpod.png|4=bug|5=water|2=Wimpod}}
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Final team:
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Popplio (Pokémon)|3=728Popplio.png|4=water|2=Popplio}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Raichu (Pokémon)|3=026Raichu-Alola.png|4=electric|2=Raichu}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Gumshoos (Pokémon)|3=735Gumshoos.png|4=normal|2=Gumshoos}}
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Oricorio (Pokémon)|3=741Oricorio-Sensu.png|4=ghost|5=flying|2=Oricorio}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Golisopod (Pokémon)|3=768Golisopod.png|4=bug|5=water|2=Golisopod}}
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===[[Jessie]]===
Top of the series:
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Wobbuffet (Pokémon)|3=202Wobbuffet.png|4=psychic|2=Wobbuffet}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Gourgeist (Pokémon)|3=711Gourgeist.png|4=ghost|5=grass|2=Gourgeist}} ♀
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Caught during series:
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Wobbuffet (Pokémon)|3=202Wobbuffet.png|4=psychic|2=Wobbuffet}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Gourgeist (Pokémon)|3=711Gourgeist.png|4=ghost|5=grass|2=Gourgeist}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Bruxish (Pokémon)|3=779Bruxish.png|4=water|5=psychic|2=Bruxish}}
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Final team:
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Bruxish (Pokémon)|3=779Bruxish.png|4=water|5=psychic|2=Bruxish}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Bewear (Pokémon)|3=760Bewear.png|4=normal|5=fighting|2=Bewear}}
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===[[James]]===
Top of the series:
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Caught during series:
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Sandygast (Pokémon)|3=769Sandygast.png|4=ghost|5=ground|2=Sandygast}}
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Final team:
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Inkay (Pokémon)|3=686Inkay.png|4=dark|5=psychic|2=Inkay}}
| {{ActivePoké|size=120px|link=Palossand (Pokémon)|3=770Palossand.png|4=ghost|5=ground|2=Palossand}}
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===Notes===
*Mallow and Hau would play a gender reversal in Ash's typical traveling companion setup - Hau is the inexperienced trainer who is pursuing his dream, while Mallow is the knowledgeable exposition-bot.
**Depending on whether or not gyms are still a thing, Hau's dream may be to defeat all of the Trials of Alola. Otherwise, Ash will go through this as normal, and Hau will do either the alternative to battling featured in the games, or something made up like Showcases.
*Hau's Pichu would be hatched out of an egg. A cute side story would be Pikachu serving as a big brother to Pichu even as she evolves into Pikachu. She would evolve into Raichu towards the end of the series and only be seen once or twice after that.
*I'm not sure what would happen to Jessie's Gourgeist, but I don't think she'll stick around for the whole series. It's also possible that they'll get rid of both Inkay and Gourgeist like they did post-Unova, but if not, then I think Gourgeist will be traded away or released or sent to train or something. James's Sandygast would be received after this as a replacement ghost-type, and Jessie's Stufful would be received after this (or possibly in the trade) as Jessie's new third Pokémon.
*James's Sandygast/Palossand would bring back the running gag of James's Pokémon being overly affectionate, but in a style more like Ash's Muk - tackling and burying him whenever they get happy.
*This is all speculation, and mostly baseless speculation at that. I doubt this will be what happens in the actual anime, but I think it would be cool.

==Results==
===Things I got correct===
*Mallow is a main character.
*Jessie and James leave Inkay and Gourgeist at the Team Rocket HQ.
*Ash completes the Trials in lieu of gyms.
*James's new Pokemon is overly (and dangerously) affectionate.
*Ash catches [[Ash's Litten|a Litten]].

===Things I got incorrect===
*Hau is not a main character.
*Lillie, Lana, Sophocles, and Kiawe are main characters.
*Mallow possesses a Bounsweet at the top of the series.
*Mallow does not possess a Fomantis, Rowlet, or Comfey at the top of the series.
*Ash catches [[Ash's Rowlet|a Rowlet]].
*Jessie catches [[Jessie's Mimikyu|a Mimikyu]].
*James catches [[James's Mareanie|a Mareanie]].
*Ash catches [[Ash's Rockruff|a Rockruff]].
*Ash catches [[Ash's Poipole|a Poipole]].

Kommo-o (Pokémon)

2017-10-03T19:55:09Z

Nutter Butter: /* Trivia */ I'm assuming this is referring to Goodra's Sap Sipper (which is only one of three abilities Goodra can have), but I can't think of any way to make that clear, so it might just be best not to have the trivia point.

{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Dragon|type2=Fighting}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Dragon|prevnum=783|prev=Hakamo-o|nextnum=785|next=Tapu Koko}}
|}
{{Pokémon Infobox
|name=Kommo-o
|jname=ジャラランガ
|tmname=Jyararanga
|jtranslit=Jararanga
|ndex=784
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Fighting
|category=Scaly
|height-ftin=5'03"
|height-m=1.6
|weight-lbs=172.4
|weight-kg=78.2
|adex=273
|ability1=Bulletproof
|ability2=Soundproof
|abilityd=Overcoat
|egggroupn=1
|egggroup1=Dragon
|eggcycles=40
|evtotal=3
|evde=3
|expyield=270
|lv100exp=1,250,000
|gendercode=127
|color=Gray
|catchrate=45
|body=06
|pokefordex=kommo-o
|generation=7
|friendship=70
}}
'''Kommo-o''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ジャラランガ''' ''Jyararanga'') is a dual-type {{2t|Dragon|Fighting}} [[pseudo-legendary Pokémon]] introduced in [[Generation VII]].

It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Hakamo-o}} starting at [[level]] 45. It is the final form of {{p|Jangmo-o}}.

==Biology==
Kommo-o is a bipedal, reptilian Pokémon covered in scaly armor. Most of its body is gray with some lighter gray areas as well as yellow and red markings. It has a rounded, beak-ish snout and small eyes nearly hidden under its head armor. On the tip of its snout is a patch of pale gray, and both the upper and lower jaws have a small, tooth-like spike on each side. The top of its head is covered by an elaborate arrangement of scales. At the front of the headdress is an oval scale, which is yellow with a red heart-shape at the base. On either side of the front scale is a chain of four circular scales; the first three scales are red with yellow trim and the last scale is solid yellow. Three additional chains of plain yellow scales extend from the back of the headdress. Running down the front of its long neck is a line of overlapping scales: one solid gray at the top, three larger gray ones with yellow rims, and one solid yellow scale at the bottom. A thick yellow stripe with a rounded projection in the center runs across its chest. Covering its shoulders are tufts of spiky, white feathers with small, gray scales overlapping them. Four overlapping scales cover the tops of its arms: three are gray with yellow edges, and the scales that cover its hands are red with yellow edges.

Kommo-o has four chains of scales, all of which consist of four scales, extending from just behind its shoulders. The two foremost chains are made of overlapping scales, and have a solid gray scale at the top followed by three scales with yellow edges. The other two chains are made up of only solid gray scales and do not appear to overlap. The lower half of its legs is dark gray, and there is a pale gray marking across each knee. Its hands have four yellow claws, while the feet have only three. A long line of slightly raised, pale gray scales runs down the center of its back to about halfway up its tapering tail. Near the tip of its tail are three sets of loose scales that increase in size near the tip. Each set is made up of four separate scales that encircle the tail; the two lower sets are solid yellow, while the set nearest the tip have gray centers. The very tip of its tail is pale gray.

Kommo-o, having completed its harsh training, returns to its birthplace to protect {{p|Jangmo-o}}. However, it only watches over them from a distance. Because it does not wish to fight weak foes, it clangs its scales together when it senses someone approaching. This ringing sound alerts others of its presence. The power of this Pokémon’s uppercut is enough to send foes flying. Simply raising its arms can generate enough force to change its surroundings. According to legend, Kommo-o's glittering scales are meant to drive away a great darkness. The reason it seeks strong opponents is also said to be a quest for power to defeat the darkness. <ref>http://www.pokemon-sunmoon.com/en-us/pokemon/kommo-o/</ref>


==In the TCG==
{{main|Kommo-o (TCG)}}

==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=Dragon|type2=Fighting}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=VII}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=When it spots enemies, it threatens them by jingling the scales on its tail. Weak opponents will crack and flee in panic.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=Its rigid scales function as offense and defense. In the past, its scales were processed and used to make weapons and other commodities.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability/Header|type=Dragon|type2=Fighting}}
{{Availability/NA|gen=VII}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Sun|v2=Moon|area=[[Vast Poni Canyon]] ([[SOS Battle]])}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

====In side games====

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=Dragon|type2=Fighting
|sm1=Razor Claw|sm1type=None|sm1rar=50
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{Stats
|type=Dragon
|type2=Fighting
|HP=75
|Attack=110
|Defense=125
|SpAtk=100
|SpDef=105
|Speed=85}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Fighting
|Normal=100
|Fighting=100
|Flying=200
|Poison=100
|Ground=100
|Rock=50
|Bug=50
|Ghost=100
|Steel=100
|Fire=50
|Water=50
|Grass=50
|Electric=50
|Psychic=200
|Ice=200
|Dragon=200
|Dark=50
|Fairy=400}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/7|Kommo-o|Dragon|Fighting|7}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Clanging Scales|Dragon|Special|110|100|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Sky Uppercut|Fighting|Physical|85|90|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Belly Drum|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Autotomize|Steel|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Tackle|Normal|Physical|40|100|35}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Bide|Normal|Physical|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|{{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}|Clanging Scales|Dragon|Special|110|100|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|5|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level7|9|Bide|Normal|Physical|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|13|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|17|Dragon Tail|Dragon|Physical|60|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|21|Scary Face|Normal|Status|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|25|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|29|Work Up|Normal|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/level7|33|Screech|Normal|Status|—|85|40}}
{{learnlist/level7|38|Iron Defense|Steel|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|43|Dragon Claw|Dragon|Physical|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|51|Noble Roar|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level7|59|Dragon Dance|Dragon|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|67|Outrage|Dragon|Physical|120|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelf/7|Kommo-o|Dragon|Fighting|7}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/7|Kommo-o|Dragon|Fighting|7}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM01|Work Up|Normal|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM02|Dragon Claw|Dragon|Physical|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM05|Roar|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM08|Bulk Up|Fighting|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM12|Taunt|Dark|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM31|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM35|Flamethrower|Fire|Special|90|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM37|Sandstorm|Rock|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM39|Rock Tomb|Rock|Physical|60|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM45|Attract|Normal|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM52|Focus Blast|Fighting|Special|120|70|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM54|False Swipe|Normal|Physical|40|100|40}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM56|Fling|Dark|Physical|—|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM59|Brutal Swing|Dark|Physical|60|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM65|Shadow Claw|Ghost|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM66|Payback|Dark|Physical|50|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM69|Rock Polish|Rock|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM75|Swords Dance|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM80|Rock Slide|Rock|Physical|75|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM81|X-Scissor|Bug|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM82|Dragon Tail|Dragon|Physical|60|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM84|Poison Jab|Poison|Physical|80|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|85|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM91|Flash Cannon|Steel|Special|80|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tmf/7|Kommo-o|Dragon|Fighting|7}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/7|Kommo-o|Dragon|Fighting|7}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|004|Charmander}}{{MSP|559|Scraggy}}{{MSP|610|Axew}}{{MSP|704|Goomy}}|Counter|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20|*}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|334|Altaria}}{{MSP|371|Bagon}}{{MSP|372|Shelgon}}{{MSP|373|Salamence}}{{MSP|633|Deino}}{{MSP|634|Zweilous}} {{MSP|635|Hydreigon}}{{MSP|704|Goomy}}{{MSP|705|Sliggoo}}{{MSP|706|Goodra}}{{MSP|780|Drampa}}|Dragon Breath|Dragon|Special|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|610|Axew}}|Reversal|Fighting|Physical|—|100|15|*|'''}}
{{learnlist/breedf/7|Kommo-o|Dragon|Fighting|7}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/7|Kommo-o|Dragon|Fighting|7}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Draco Meteor|Dragon|Special|130|90|5||'''|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/7|Kommo-o|Dragon|Fighting|7}}

====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{Learnlist/prevoh/7|Kommo-o|Dragon|Fighting|7}}
{{Learnlist/prevo7null}}
{{Learnlist/prevof/7|Kommo-o|Dragon|Fighting|7}}


===Evolution===
{{Evobox-3
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Fighting
|pictype=art
|no1=782
|name1=Jangmo-o
|type1-1=Dragon
|evo1={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 35}}
|no2=783
|name2=Hakamo-o
|type1-2=Dragon
|type2-2=Fighting
|evo2={{bag|Rare Candy}} {{color2|000|Level|Level 45}}
|no3=784
|name3=Kommo-o
|type1-3=Dragon
|type2-3=Fighting}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Dragon|type2=Fighting}}
{{Spritebox/NA|gen=VII}}
{{Spritebox/7|ndex=784}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|784|Kommo-o}}

==Trivia==
* No other Pokémon has the same [[type]] [[List of Pokémon with unique type combinations|combination]] as Kommo-o and its {{p|Hakamo-o|pre-evolution}}.
* Kommo-o has the lowest base {{stat|HP}} of all [[pseudo-legendary Pokémon]].

===Origin===
Kommo-o appears to be based on a {{wp|theropod}} dinosaur with some traits from {{wp|ankylosaur}}s. It may also be based on a {{wp|monk}}. Kommo-o's tail bears resemblance to a {{wp|khakkhara}} (monk staff), and is used in a similar fashion.

====Name origin====
Kommo-o may be a combination of ''commotion'' (in reference to the noises produced by its scales) and ''mo'o'' (Hawaiian for lizard or dragon). It may also incorporate ''combat'', ''commander'', and ''komodo'' as in the {{wp|Komodo dragon}}.

Jyararanga may derive from ジャラジャラ ''jarajara'' (onomatopoetic sound for jingling), ''dragon'', and ガランガラン ''garangaran'' (onomatopoetic sound for clanging).

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=Dragon|type2=Fighting
|ja=ジャラランガ ''Jyararanga''|jameaning=From {{tt|ジャラジャラ ''jarajara''|onomatopoetic sound for jingling}}, ''dragon'' and {{tt|ガランガラン ''garangaran''|clanging}}
|fr=Ékaïser|frmeaning=From {{tt|''écaille''|scale}} and {{tt|''kaiser''|emperor}}
|es=Kommo-o|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Grandiras|demeaning=From ''grand'', {{tt|''Drache''|dragon}}, and {{tt|''rasseln''|to rattle}}
|it=Kommo-o|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=짜랑고우거 ''Jjaranggougeo''|komeaning=From {{tt|짜랑 ''jjarang''|onomatopoetic sound for jingling}}, ''dragon'', {{tt|거대 (巨大) ''geodae''|giant}} and possibly from English word "ogre".
|zh_cmn=杖尾鱗甲龍 / 杖尾鳞甲龙 ''Zhàngwěilínjiǎlóng''|zh_cmnmeaning=From {{tt|杖 ''zhàng''|staff}}, {{tt|尾巴 ''wěibā''|tail}}, {{tt|鱗甲 / 鳞甲 ''línjiǎ''|scale armor}}, and {{tt|龍 / 龙 ''lóng''|dragon}}
|zh_yue=杖尾鱗甲龍 ''Jeuhngméihlèuhngaaplùhng''|zh_yuemeaning=From {{tt|杖 ''jeuhng''|staff}}, {{tt|尾巴 ''méihbā''|tail}}, {{tt|鱗甲 ''lèuhngaap''|scale armor}}, and {{tt|龍 ''lùhng''|dragon}}
|ru=Коммо-o ''Kommo-o''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name}}
{{-}}

==Related articles==

==Notes==
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==External links==
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{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Dragon|prevnum=783|prev=Hakamo-o|nextnum=785|next=Tapu Koko}}
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[[pl:Kommo-o]]
[[zh:杖尾鳞甲龙]]

Lugia (Pokémon)

2017-07-29T23:20:42Z

Nutter Butter: /* Trivia */ Charizard: Japanese Red, International Red (comparable to Japanese Blue), and FireRed.

{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Psychic|type2=Flying}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/GO|species=Lugia}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Psychic|prevnum=248|prev=Tyranitar|nextnum=250|next=Ho-Oh|round=none}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Disambig|species=Lugia}}
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{{Pokémon Infobox
|name=Lugia
|jname=ルギア
|jtranslit=Rugia
|tmname=Lugia
|category=Diving
|typebox=1
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Flying
|abilityn=d
|ability1=Pressure
|abilityd=Multiscale
|ndex=249
|oldjdex=247
|jdex=252
|obrow=301
|height-ftin=17'01"
|height-m=5.2
|weight-lbs=476.2
|weight-kg=216.0
|egggroupn=0
|egggroup1=Undiscovered
|gendercode=255
|eggcycles=120
|evtotal=3
|evsd=3
|expyield=306
|oldexp=220
|lv100exp=1,250,000
|color=White
|catchrate=3
|body=09
|pokefordex=lugia
|generation=2
|friendship=0
}}
'''Lugia''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ルギア''' ''Lugia'') is a dual-type {{2t|Psychic|Flying}} [[Legendary Pokémon]] introduced in [[Generation II]].

It is not known to [[Evolution|evolve]] into or from any other Pokémon.

It is often considered to be part of the [[Tower duo]] with {{p|Ho-Oh}}, even sometimes as Ho-Oh's polar opposite. {{game3|Gold and Silver|Silver|s}} represents Lugia as "guardian of the seas", and {{game3|Gold and Silver|Gold|s}} represents Ho-Oh as "guardian of the skies." Lugia is also the [[trio master]] of the [[Legendary birds]].

Lugia is the [[game mascot]] of {{game3|Gold and Silver|Pokémon Silver|s}}, its remake {{game3|HeartGold and SoulSilver|Pokémon SoulSilver|s}}, and [[Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness]] (as [[Shadow Lugia]]), appearing on the boxart of them all.

In {{Pokémon XD}}, Shadow Lugia, codenamed '''XD001''', is a main part of the storyline, and [[Cipher]]'s ultimate [[Shadow Pokémon]].

==Biology==
[[File:Lugia plates.png|thumb|left|201px|Lugia folding back its plates]]
Lugia is a large Pokémon that resembles a dragon, a plesiosaur, and a bird. It is primarily pale silver-white, but it has blue undersides with slightly varying tones. It has a ridged mouth similar to a beak, although it has pointed teeth on its lower jaw. Its head has a point to the back, and Lugia’s eyes have pointed blue or black spikes on them. Lugia has a long, slender neck and a smooth, streamlined body. Dark blue or black plate-like protrusions run down the length of its back, and there are two smaller, more pointed ones on the end of its tail. It can fold back these plates to increase its speed. It has large wings that resemble hands. Though it is genderless, {{jo|Silver|a young Lugia}} has been observed, suggesting that there is a breeding population. [[EP220|Lugia has been shown]] to be fiercely protective of its young.

Lugia leads the [[Legendary birds]]. When they fight over territory, Lugia is the only Pokémon that can quell their ceaseless fighting, as observed in the [[M02|second Pokémon movie]]. Much like the birds, it possesses the ability to control the weather; most notably, it can calm and give rise to storms. It is said that a light flutter of its wings is capable of causing winds powerful enough to tear down cliffs. If it were to flap its wings, it could hypothetically spawn storms lasting as long as 40 days. It is highly intelligent, and because of the devastating power it could accidentally inflict, it isolates itself deep underwater and tends to sleep in solitude. Lugia is the [[Signature move|only known Pokémon]] that learns {{m|Aeroblast}}. It is extremely {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Rare Pokémon|rare}} and is hardly ever seen.

==In the anime==
===In the main series===
[[File:Hoopa Lugia.png‎|thumb|250px|Lugia in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
====Major appearances====
=====[[Lugia (M02)]]=====
A Lugia was featured in ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'', central to the legend of [[Shamouti Island]]. Its psychic powers allow it to communicate with humans.

=====[[Silver (Johto)]]=====
A parent Lugia and its child (nicknamed Silver by [[Oliver]]) lived near [[Silver Rock Isle]] in the [[Whirl Islands]]. [[Dr. Namba]] attempted to capture both the parent Lugia and Silver for {{an|Giovanni}} in ''[[EP220|The Mystery is History]]'', ''[[EP221|A Parent Trapped!]]''. and ''[[EP222|A Promise is a Promise]]''. The series pays mention of the Lugia that was seen in the Orange Islands, with both James and Ash stating that it was "like" the one they'd seen in the Orange Islands. In both versions, Ash first refers to the baby Lugia as a "mysterious Pokémon."

====[[Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime#Lugia|Lugia (anime)]]====
Lugia saved Ash, Misty and Brock from being sucked into a whirlpool in ''[[EP210|Around the Whirlpool]]''. It later turned out to be the mother of {{jo|Silver}} in ''[[EP220|The Mystery is History]]''.

=====Other=====
A Lugia appeared in ''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]'' along with many other Legendary Pokémon. It is unknown if this Lugia is the same as the one that appeared in ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'', although it is unlikely, as this Lugia did not speak through telepathy.

====Minor appearances====

A Lugia also appeared in a [[Team Rocket]] fantasy in ''[[DP143|An Egg Scramble!]]''.

Lugia made a brief cameo at the beginning of ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'', ''[[M09|Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea]]'', ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'', ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]'', ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'' and ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''.

===In Pokémon Generations===
[[File:Lugia PG.png|thumb|220px|Lugia in [[Pokémon Generations]]]]
A wild Lugia appeared in ''[[PG01|The Adventure]]''.
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==In the manga==
[[File:Clefairy Rangers Lugia PM.png|thumb|200px|Lugia in [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]]]]
===In the movie adaptations===
{{main|Lugia (M02)}}
Lugia is a major character in the second [[Pokémon movie]], ''[[M02|The Power of One]]''. Likewise, it appears in the {{ma|Mirage Pokémon Lugia's Explosive Birth|manga adaptation}} of the film by [[Tanigami Toshio]].

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
[[File:Masked Man Lugia.png|thumb|200px|Lugia in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
The [[Masked Man]] apparently caught Lugia twice (its plucked feather item [[Silver and Rainbow Wings|Silver Wing]] is shown under his possession several years ago, only to be stolen by {{Adv|Green}}), but both times it went back to the wild along with {{p|Ho-Oh}}.

The [[Elite Four|Kanto Elite Four]] tried to exterminate humans using Lugia, which appeared as a spirit, in ''[[PS089|The Might of... Metapod?!]]'' of {{PAV|7}} of the {{chap|Yellow}}. It was encountered as a being of shimmering light, when [[Lance]] summoned it to aid his schemes. After they were defeated, it flew to the [[Johto|west]]. It wasn't until much later in ''[[PS145|Sandslash Surprise]]'' that it was properly identified as Lugia. It was battled by the Johto dexholders, in ''[[PS146|Lively Lugia I]]'',''[[PS147|II]]'' and ''[[PS148|III]]'', where it was captured by The Masked Man just before Crystal's attempt.

Besides the two, it was also controlled for some time by [[Will]] and [[Karen]] while they were under the Masked Man's jurisdiction.

===In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
Lugia makes a brief appearance at the end of the chapter ''[[ET20|Epilogue: Wild Type]]''.

===In the Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All manga===
[[Shu]] captured Lugia once, but released it in order to let it continue protecting the ocean.

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
Lugia appeared in ''[[PM071|Clefairy Rangers to the Rescue!!]]''.

Lugia also appeared in ''[[PM094|Take me to the Dragon Palace!]]''.

==In the TCG==
{{main|Lugia (TCG)}}

==In the TFG==
One Lugia figure has been released.

* {{TFG|Next Quest}}: {{TFG ID|Next Quest|Lugia|6}}

==Other appearances==
[[File:Lugia SSBB.png|thumb|Lugia in [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]]]
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]/[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl|Brawl]]/[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U|3DS/Wii U]]===
When released from a [[Poké Ball]], Lugia will fly up out of the stage and return in the background, where it unleashes a powerful {{m|Aeroblast}} on the stage.

====Melee trophy information====
''The waters of the [[Whirl Islands]] are home to this legendary Pokémon, whom very few have seen. Lugia live quietly in the deepest ocean trenches for one very good reason: its combined aerial and psychic powers are so strong as to be extremely dangerous. The special moves of this gargantuan creature include the destructive wind assault known as Aeroblast.''

====Brawl trophy information====
''"A Diving Pokémon. A legendary Pokémon often referred to as 'guardian of the seas,' it has the impressive ability to control the wind. Lugia typically spends its time quietly at the bottom of the ocean. Highly powerful in all areas, Lugia's Aeroblast move is especially powerful. It uses strong flapping of its wings to target damage on a foe's weak spot."''

====3DS/Wii U trophy information====
'''NA''': ''Despite being a Psychic/Flying-type Pokémon, Lugia sleeps on the ocean floor. Legend says the flapping of Lugia's wings can create storms that last up to 40 days. It's impossible to know for sure, but in Smash Bros., Lugia definitely brings a storm with its Aeroblast attack.''

'''PAL''': ''Despite being a Psychic- and Flying-type, Lugia sleeps on the ocean floor. It's said that if it were to flap its wings on waking up, it could cause a storm lasting 40 days. No one can say whether that's true or not, but Lugia's attacks certainly make it seem so. It flies behind the stage and creates a mighty gust of wind with its Aeroblast attack. ''

==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=Psychic|type2=Flying}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Gold|entry=It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea because its powers are too strong.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Silver|entry=It is said to be the guardian of the seas. It is rumored to have been seen on the night of a storm.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Crystal|entry=It has an incredible ability to calm raging storms. It is said that Lugia appears when storms start.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium 2|t=FFF|color=000|entry=It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea because its powers are too strong.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire|t=FFF|t2=FFF|entry=Lugia's wings pack devastating power - a light fluttering of its wings can blow apart regular houses. As a result, this Pokémon chooses to live out of sight deep under the sea.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=Lugia is so powerful even a light fluttering of its wings can blow apart houses. As a result, it chooses to live out of sight deep under the sea.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=FireRed|entry=It is said to be the guardian of the seas. It is rumored to have been seen on the night of a storm.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|entry=It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea because its powers are too strong.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=It sleeps in a deep-sea trench. If it flaps its wings, it is said to cause a 40-day storm.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=HeartGold|entry=It is said that it quietly spends its time deep at the bottom of the sea because its powers are too strong.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|entry=It is said to be the guardian of the seas. It is rumored to have been seen on the night of a storm.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=It slumbers at the bottom of a deep trench. If it flaps its wings, it is said to cause a 40-day storm.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=It sleeps in a deep-sea trench. If it flaps its wings, it is said to cause a 40-day storm.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=It sleeps in a deep-sea trench. If it flaps its wings, it is said to cause a 40-day storm.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|t=FFF|entry=It is said to be the guardian of the seas. It is rumored to have been seen on the night of a storm.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Omega Ruby|t=FFF|v2=Alpha Sapphire|t2=FFF|entry=Lugia's wings pack devastating power — a light fluttering of its wings can blow apart regular houses. As a result, this Pokémon chooses to live out of sight deep under the sea.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

===Game locations===
{{Availability/Header|type=Psychic|type2=Flying}}
{{Availability/NA|gen=II}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Gold|v2=Silver|area=[[Whirl Islands]] (requires [[Silver and Rainbow Wings|Silver Wing]]) ([[List of in-game event Pokémon in Generation II#Lugia|only one]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Crystal|area=[[Whirl Islands]] (requires [[Silver and Rainbow Wings|Silver Wing]]) ([[List of in-game event Pokémon in Generation II#Lugia|only one]])}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Ruby|v2=Sapphire|area=[[Trade]], {{pkmn2|Event}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Emerald|area=[[Navel Rock]] (requires {{DL|Event item|MysticTicket}})}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=FireRed|v2=LeafGreen|area=[[Navel Rock]] (requires {{DL|Event item|MysticTicket}})}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Colosseum}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=XD|t=FFF|link=Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness|area=[[Citadark Isle]] {{color2|{{shadow color}}|Shadow Pokémon|(Shadow)}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Platinum}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=HeartGold|v2=SoulSilver|area=[[Whirl Islands]] (requires {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Tidal Bell}}{{tt|*|SoulSilver only}} and [[Silver and Rainbow Wings|Silver Wing]]) ([[List of in-game event Pokémon in Generation IV#Lugia|only one]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Pal Park|color={{locationcolor/light|mountain}}|link=Pal Park|area={{DL|List of Pokémon by Pal Park location|Mountain}}}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Black|v2=White|area=[[Poké Transfer]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|area=[[Unova Link|Transfer]] from {{pkmn|Dream Radar}} (requires {{game|SoulSilver}})}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=X|v2=Y|area=[[Trade]], {{pkmn2|Event}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Omega Ruby|area=[[Trade]], {{pkmn2|Event}}}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Alpha Sapphire|t=FFF|area=[[Sea Mauville]] (requires {{DL|Legendary artifacts|Tidal Bell}}) ([[List of in-game event Pokémon in Generation VI#Lugia|only one]])}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Sun|v2=Moon|area=[[Pokémon Bank]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

====In side games====
{{Availability/Header|type=Psychic|type2=Flying}}
{{Availability/NA|gen=II}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Availability/NA/Side|gen=II}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Trozei!|color={{yellow color}}|area=Random Agent Cards, [[Mr. Who's Den]]}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Red|v2=MD Blue|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|area=[[Silver Trench]] (99F)}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=MD Time|v2=MD Darkness|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|area=[[Surrounded Sea]] ({{tt|B18F|with Mystery Part or Secret Slab in the bag}})}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=MD Sky|link=Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|area=[[Surrounded Sea]] ({{tt|B18F|with Mystery Part or Secret Slab in the bag}})}}

{{Availability/Entry1|v=Ranger: GS|color={{GS color}}|link=Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs|area=[[Eastern Sea|Undersea Cavern]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble Blast|color={{fire color}}|area=Beach: All ([[Pokémon Rumble Blast#Legendary Boss Pokémon|Random Legendary Encounter]])}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble U|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Secret Warehouse#The Enemies Within|Secret Warehouse: The Enemies Within]] (Reward), [[Challenge Battle#The Battle for Sky and Land|Challenge Battle: The Battle for Sky and Land]] ("Sky" Boss)}}
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|}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Battle Trozei|color={{defense color}}|area=[[Island of Haste#Stage 6|Island of Haste: Stage 6]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Shuffle|color={{beauty color}}|area=[[Special Stages#High-Speed Challenge|Event: ''Lugia Swoops In!'']]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Silver Isles#Windy Sea|Silver Isles: Windy Sea]] (Special Boss)}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Super MD|link=Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon|color={{gold color}}|area=[[Sea Shrine]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Picross|color={{skill color light}}|area=[[Pokémon Picross Stages#Area 21|Area 21: Stage 12]]}}
|}
|}
{{Availability/Footer}}

====In events====
{{eventAvail/h|Language/Region|type=Psychic|type2=Flying}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev2|GSC}}|Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Lugia|English|United States|40[[File:ShinyIIStars.png|Shiny|link=Shiny Pokémon]]|November 15 to 21, 2002; December 6 to 12, 2002|link=List of Gotta Catch 'Em All event Pokémon#Shiny Lugia}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RSEFRLG}}|Top Ten Distribution Lugia|English|United Kingdom|70|June 10, 2006; October 14 to November 19, 2006|link=List of English event Pokémon distributions in Generation III#Lugia}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RSEFRLG}}|Top Ten Distribution Lugia|Italian|Italy|70|June 23 to 25, 2006|link=List of Italian event Pokémon distributions in Generation III#Lugia}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RSEFRLG}}|Top Ten Distribution Lugia|Spanish|Spain|70|June 27 to August 27, 2006|link=List of Spanish event Pokémon distributions in Generation III#Lugia}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RSEFRLG}}|Top Ten Distribution Lugia|German|Germany|70|September 24 to November 5, 2006|link=List of German event Pokémon distributions in Generation III#Lugia}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev3|RSEFRLG}}|Top Ten Distribution Lugia|French|France|70|September 26, 2006|link=List of French event Pokémon distributions in Generation III#Lugia}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|XYORAS}}|7-Eleven Lugia|Japanese region|Online|50|August 1 to September 30, 2015|link=List of Japanese region serial code event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Lugia}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|XYORAS}}|Pokémon Center Lugia|Japanese region|Nintendo Network|50|September 7 to 13, 2015|link=List of Japanese region Nintendo Network event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Lugia}}
|}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=Psychic
|type2=Flying
|event1=Leftovers|event1type=In-battle effect item|event1rar=100
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats
|type=Psychic
|type2=Flying
|HP= 106
|Attack= 90
|Defense=130
|SpAtk= 90
|SpDef= 154
|Speed= 110}}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Psychic
|type2=Flying
|Speed=4
|SpeedMax=4
|Power=4
|PowerMax=5
|Technique=3
|TechniqueMax=4
|Stamina=3
|StaminaMax=4
|Jump=5
|JumpMax=5
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Flying
|Normal= 100
|Fighting= 25
|Flying= 100
|Poison= 100
|Ground= 0
|Rock= 200
|Bug= 100
|Ghost= 200
|Steel= 100
|Fire= 100
|Water= 100
|Grass= 50
|Electric=200
|Psychic= 50
|Ice= 200
|Dragon= 100
|Dark= 200
|Fairy= 100
|notes=yes
|flying=yes
|newground=1
}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/7|Lugia|Psychic|Flying|2}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Whirlwind|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Weather Ball|Normal|Special|50|100|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|9|Gust|Flying|Special|40|100|35||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|15|Dragon Rush|Dragon|Physical|100|75|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|23|Extrasensory|Psychic|Special|80|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|29|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/level7|37|Hydro Pump|Water|Special|110|80|5}}
{{learnlist/level7|43|Aeroblast|Flying|Special|100|95|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|50|Punishment|Dark|Physical|—|100|5}}
{{learnlist/level7|57|Ancient Power|Rock|Special|60|100|5}}
{{learnlist/level7|65|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25}}
{{learnlist/level7|71|Recover|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|79|Future Sight|Psychic|Special|120|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|85|Natural Gift|Normal|Physical|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|93|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|99|Sky Attack|Flying|Physical|140|90|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelf/7|Lugia|Psychic|Flying|2}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/7|Lugia|Psychic|Flying|2}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM03|Psyshock|Psychic|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM04|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM05|Roar|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM07|Hail|Ice|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM13|Ice Beam|Ice|Special|90|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM14|Blizzard|Ice|Special|110|70|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM19|Roost|Flying|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|—|25}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM24|Thunderbolt|Electric|Special|90|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM25|Thunder|Electric|Special|110|70|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM33|Reflect|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM37|Sandstorm|Rock|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM49|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM51|Steel Wing|Steel|Physical|70|90|25}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM57|Charge Beam|Electric|Special|50|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM58|Sky Drop|Flying|Physical|60|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM73|Thunder Wave|Electric|Status|—|90|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM76|Fly|Flying|Physical|90|95|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM82|Dragon Tail|Dragon|Physical|60|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM85|Dream Eater|Psychic|Special|100|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|85|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM94|Surf|Water|Special|90|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM98|Waterfall|Water|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tmf/7|Lugia|Psychic|Flying|2}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/7|Lugia|Psychic|Flying|2}}
{{learnlist/breed7null}}
{{learnlist/breedf/7|Lugia|Psychic|Flying|2}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/7|Lugia|Psychic|Flying|2}}
{{learnlist/tutor7null}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/7|Lugia|Psychic|Flying|2}}

===Side game data===
{{Spindata/Head|type=Psychic|type2=Flying}}
{{Spindata/Trozei|col=6|type=Psychic|ndex=249|rarity=Rare}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDRB|col=6|type=Psychic|ndex=249
|body=4
|rate=99.9
|area=Deep-Sea Current
|P1=My power is with you!
|P2=Hm! Already, my health is in half?
|P3=I'm ready to fall... Who knew my power would fail me?
|PL=My level has risen like my power.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDTDS|col=6|type=Psychic|ndex=249
|body=4
|rate=10
|IQ=F
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Ranger GS|col=6|type=Psychic
|group=Psychic
|assist=Psychic
|field=None
|past=NA
|browser=It uses water tornadoes and whirlpools to attack.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/RumbleBlast|col=6|type=Psychic
|att=3
|def=5
|speed=4
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Battle Trozei|col=3|type=Psychic|ndex=249
|power=5
|skill=Power of Five
|skilldesc=Increases the damage dealt by matching five Pokémon.
}}
{{Spindata/Shuffle|col=3|type=Psychic|ndex=249|stype=Flying|num=305
|min=80
|max=100
|raisemaxlevel=0
|skill=Eject+
|skilldesc=Sometimes removes three non-Support Pokémon icons.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/GO|col=6|type=Psychic|ndex=249
|hatch=N/A
|buddy=20
|evolution=N/A
|stamina=212
|attack=193
|defense=323
|fast={{m|Extrasensory}}, {{m|Dragon Tail}}
|special={{m|Sky Attack}}, {{m|Hydro Pump}}, {{m|Future Sight}}
}}
|}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-1
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Flying
|pictype=art
|no1=249
|name1=Lugia
|type1-1=Psychic
|type2-1=Flying
}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Psychic|type2=Flying}}
{{Spritebox/NA|gen=II}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=249}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=249}}
{{Spritebox/4|ndex=249}}
{{Spritebox/5|ndex=249}}
{{Spritebox/6|ndex=249}}
{{Spritebox/7|ndex=249}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|249|Lugia}}

==Trivia==

* Lugia is the only Legendary Pokémon to be part of [[Viz Media]]'s {{OBP|Pokémon All-Stars|Region 1}} DVD series.
* Before the introduction of {{game|Gold and Silver|s}}, Lugia was known as "Pokémon X." In the {{pkmn|anime}}, [[Dr. Namba]] also refers to Lugia as "Pokémon X."
**Perhaps coincidentally, it also is known by its codename, '''X'''D001, in Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness—also long before its true identity is revealed.
* In {{2v2|Gold|Silver}}, Lugia, like {{p|Ho-Oh}}, has the same encounter music as normal [[wild Pokémon]]. The same was true for the [[Legendary beasts]] before they received unique encounter music in {{v2|Crystal}}. However, Lugia and Ho-Oh got their own unique battle themes in {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}.
* Despite not being a {{t|Water|Water type}}, Lugia has occasionally been depicted as a {{ct|Water}} in the [[Lugia (TCG)|Trading Card Game]].
* Lugia is tied with Ho-Oh for the [[List of Pokémon by base stats|highest base]] {{stat|Special Defense}} stat of all {{type|Flying}} Pokémon.
* In the book adaptation of ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'', Lugia is mistakenly referred to as a {{2t|Water|Flying}} type Pokémon.
* Lugia's [[Generation IV]], {{Gen|V}}, and {{Gen|VI}} Pokédex entries that mention it being able to cause a 40-day storm may be a biblical reference to {{wp|Noah's Ark}}.
* When Lugia's Shiny form is shown in {{g|Stadium 2}}, it is green rather than pink.

===Origin===
Lugia's tendency for being underwater resembles {{wp|plesiosauria|plesiosaurs}}. It is also possible that Lugia may be based on ''{{wp|Ryūjin}}'', a dragon who lived on the ocean floor and was the Shinto god of the sea. The two have similarities in mythology, and Lugia's Shiny colors (red and white) are the same colors as the coral {{wp|Ryūgū-jō|''Ryujin'''s palace}} was made of. Lugia's avian body, coloration and face-markings suggests that it may be somewhat based on the {{wp|grey heron}}. The {{wp|beluga whale}}, a white whale with a similar body shape and coloration to Lugia, may also be a basis for Lugia's design and name. Lugia's back fins and tail spikes are reminiscent of the ''{{wp|Stegosaurus}}''.

====Name origin====
Lugia may be derived from ''{{wp|lutetium}}'' (a silverish element), which in turn is named after ''Lutetia'' (the Roman name for {{wp|Paris}}, the city of light). It may also involve ''Lugeo'' (Latin for ''to lie dormant'', alluding to the way Lugia lies at the bottom of the sea) and ''luna'' (Latin for ''moon''). Alternatively, it may come from ''beluga whale''. It may also incorporate ''deluge''.

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn=洛奇亞 / 洛奇亚 ''Luòqíyǎ'' / ''Luòqíyà''|zh_cmnmeaning=Transliteration of its Japanese name
|zh_yue=利基亞 ''Leihgēi'a''|zh_yuemeaning=Transliteration of its Japanese name
|hi= लूगिया ''Lugia''|himeaning=Transcription of English name
|ru=Лугиа ''Lugia''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name
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==Related articles==
* [[Lugia (M02)]]
* [[Silver (Johto)]]
* [[Shadow Lugia]]
* [[Tower duo]]
* [[Legendary birds]]


==External links==
* {{wp|Lugia|Article on Wikipedia}}

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Ash's Greninja

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'''Ash's Greninja''' (Japanese: '''サトシのゲッコウガ''' ''Satoshi's Gekkouga'') is the first {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} that {{Ash}} obtained in the [[Kalos]] region.

==History==
====At Professor Sycamore's Laboratory====
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[[File:Ash Froakie Egg.png|thumb|left|250px|Froakie's Egg]]
Greninja's early life was first seen in a flashback in ''[[XY092|Cloudy Fate, Bright Future!]]''. As a Froakie, it hatched from an {{pkmn|Egg}} and lived its life alongside other {{p|Froakie}} in a pond. While the other Froakie spent their time playing and dancing, it spent most of its time away from the others training itself. Due to this, it was seen as a disturbance to the group and was attacked. A [[Nurse Joy]] healed Froakie and gave it to [[Professor Sycamore]] to be given away as a [[starter Pokémon]], new Pokémon [[Pokémon Trainer]]s could choose. It then learned that it could only get strong with a Trainer it trusted and became very selective of its Trainer. Because of this, Froakie had gone through several Trainers, but came back to Sycamore after either leaving them or being returned for being [[Obedience|disobedient]].

It first saw Ash when he was kicked out of the [[Lumiose Gym|Prism Tower]] in ''[[XY001|Kalos, Where Dreams and Adventures Begin!]]''. It continued to observe the gang until {{TRT}} intervened in Ash and {{an|Clemont}}'s friendly Pokémon battle. It volunteered to help out by successfully using its Frubbles to counter [[Jessie's Wobbuffet]], but ended up receiving quite a bit of damage during the encounter. Ash then decided to take it to Sycamore's lab, where it was treated and restored to full health. Upon asking about its Trainer, Sycamore told Ash that its Trainer had called to give Froakie back.

Later on, Team Rocket attempted to use a ring-type device against Froakie, but the lab's resident {{p|Garchomp}} got caught in the middle instead, causing her to go on a rampage after the machine malfunctioned. Ash, along with his {{AP|Pikachu}} and newly befriended Froakie, headed out to rescue Garchomp. In order to prevent her from falling down the Prism Tower, Froakie used its Frubbles on Garchomp's feet and Pikachu broke the device using {{m|Iron Tail}}.

While leaving Professor Sycamore's laboratory the next day, Froakie threw a chunk of its Frubbles in Ash's face in order to get his attention. It was standing alongside a [[Poké Ball]] on the floor in front of it, expressing its desire to join his party. Froakie then happily pressed the Poké Ball's button and was {{pkmn2|caught}}.

====With Ash====
[[File:Ash Froakie.png|thumb|250px|As a Froakie]]
In ''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]'', Froakie was introduced to {{an|Professor Oak}}, who was fascinated by the Bubble Frog Pokémon. For most of the trip on {{rt|4|Kalos}}, Froakie was seen outside of its Poké Ball. After a wild {{AP|Fletchling}} took a [[Berry]] that {{an|Bonnie}} was going to give to a {{TP|Clemont|Dedenne}}, Froakie stubbornly attempted to fight Fletchling, only to lose. After Ash learned that it was only trying to get payback at Fletchling for making Bonnie sad, Ash and Froakie challenged Fletchling to one final battle, by climbing the rocks to match Fletchling's speed, although Fletchling escaped from Ash's Poké Ball once, Froakie later defeated it, which ended in both its defeat and catch.

In ''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]'', Froakie battled {{OBP|Penelope|XY013}}'s {{p|Sylveon}}. Froakie started off with {{m|Bubble}}, but Sylveon overwhelmed the attack with {{m|Fairy Wind}}, knocking Froakie into a tree. Froakie then dodged a {{m|Moonblast}} and kicked several falling apples from the tree at Sylveon. Sylveon knocked the apples away with its feelers, but this left it vulnerable to a powerful {{m|Water Pulse}}. As Froakie was about to finish Sylveon off, Sylveon infatuated it with {{m|Attract}} and defeated it with a {{m|Draining Kiss}}. After the group had arrived at the kindergarten where Penelope worked, Froakie was embarrassed for a while after its loss and stood alone, while the other Pokémon played with the kids. When Team Rocket appeared and stole Pikachu and Sylveon, Froakie and [[Randall]], one of the kids, were accidentally left trapped in Team Rocket's truck amidst the chaos. Later, when Ash entered the truck, the three worked together to break the glass containers holding Pikachu and Sylveon, while also helping Randall get over his fear for Pokémon in the process. Froakie and Pikachu then defeated Team Rocket, blasting them off. Afterwards, Froakie and Randall gave each other a fist bump as a sign of their new friendship, before the group said goodbye to everyone at the kindergarten.

In ''[[XY017|A Rush of Ninja Wisdom!]]'', Froakie battled [[Sanpei]]'s {{TP|Sanpei|Frogadier}}. Froakie started off with Bubble, but Frogadier easily dodged the attack. Froakie then chased after Frogadier while using {{m|Pound}}, but wasn't able to land a hit due to Frogadier's great speed. Froakie then launched a Water Pulse at Frogadier, but it protected itself with {{m|Smokescreen}} and disappeared. Froakie, however, sensed something behind a tree and fired a Water Pulse at it, only to have hit a decoy. Frogadier then appeared from the nearby pond and attacked with Bubble. Froakie countered with its own Bubble, but got overpowered. After its Water Pulse was overpowered by Frogadier's, Froakie used Water Pulse once more. Frogadier, however, easily dodged it using {{m|Quick Attack}} and unable to keep up with Frogadier's moves, Froakie was hit hard. Froakie, however, refused to give up and wanted to continue the battle. As Frogadier used Quick Attack to finish Froakie off, Sanpei noticed Froakie's exhaustion and saved it before it got hit, ending the battle with Sanpei as the winner. After seeing Frogadier's Quick Attack, Ash wanted to teach Froakie Quick Attack with help of Sanpei. After lots of training Froakie still wasn't able to perfect Quick Attack. Suddenly Team Rocket attacked the group and caught Pikachu and Frogadier. Thanks to its training, Froakie managed to learn {{m|Double Team}} and used it to free Pikachu and Frogadier and blasted them off along with Frogadier using a double Water Pulse.

In ''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]'', Froakie, in order to save itself and a {{p|Skrelp}} from a whirlpool, jumped on boxes and debris to escape from the whirlpool and reach safety. This gave Ash the idea for the Rock Tomb Climb.

In ''[[XY025|Climbing the Walls!]]'', Ash used Froakie as his first Pokémon in his [[Cyllage Gym]] Battle against [[Grant]]. Froakie went up against his {{p|Onix}}. Froakie launched a Water Pulse whilst Onix used {{m|Flash Cannon}}, with only Flash Cannon hitting. Froakie tried to get close to Onix to climb up its body, but Grant anticipated this and he had the Rock Snake Pokémon use {{m|Rock Polish}} to increase its {{stat|Speed}}. Ash had a plan though and had Froakie use Double Team to circle Onix. Onix then used its signature move {{m|Rock Tomb}} to destroy the copies, but Froakie used this moment to perform its newly learned technique Rock Tomb Climb to climb onto the falling rocks. After reaching the top, Froakie used Water Pulse which dealt major damage to Onix. After narrowly dodging an Iron Tail, it climbed up Onix's large body and defeated it with Water Pulse. It then went up against Grant's last Pokémon, {{p|Tyrunt}}. Froakie immediately used Double Team while Tyrunt used Rock Tomb. Both Froakie and its copies were again able to jump on the rocks and they launched a barrage of Bubble attacks. However, the Royal Heir Pokémon jumped high and used {{m|Draco Meteor}}, destroying the copies and knocking Froakie out.

In ''[[XY035|The Forest Champion!]]'', Froakie was used to battle a wild {{AP|Hawlucha}} Ash had befriended when he did not want to use Pikachu. Due to Hawlucha's aerial mobility and speed it easily dodged Froakie's Water Pulse, but Froakie then used Double Team to counter Hawlucha's {{m|High Jump Kick}}, causing it to miss and cause Hawlucha to take recoil damage. Froakie then climbed rocks in an attempt to match Hawlucha's aerial speed, but failed, causing it to fall in the water. Afterwards it used a Double Team - Pound combination in an attempt to hit Hawlucha, but Hawlucha used its speed and climbed up the tree and dodged the attacks. After landing on the ground, Hawlucha used {{m|Flying Press}}, which Froakie countered with Pound at the last minute, causing a collision which knocked out both Pokémon. This ended the battle in a draw. Later Froakie was seen when Ash caught Hawlucha.

Froakie would later conflict with Hawlucha in ''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''. In the wake of learning {{m|Cut}}, Ash and Clemont decided to have a battle where Froakie and Hawlucha battled against {{TP|Clemont|Chespin}} and {{TP|Clemont|Bunnelby}}. Ash commanded Hawlucha to use {{m|Karate Chop}} to counter Bunnelby's {{m|Mud Shot}}, but Froakie used Water Pulse on Bunnelby. This angered Hawlucha since Froakie, and not itself, had hit Bunnelby. The dispute later escalated causing them to be separated by Ash. In an attempt to diffuse the tension, Ash decided to try and train the two into using a new move called "Super Flying Cut". During their training, Ash got kidnapped by a wild {{p|Trevenant}} and both Froakie and Hawlucha got separated from the rest of the group. After finding [[Ash's hat]], the two resolved their differences and sought to find their trainer. After finding him, they battled Team Rocket, overcoming their Pokémon with their new special move and blasting them off. Froakie and Hawlucha settled their argument and gave each other a fist bump, solidifying their new friendship.

In ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]'', Froakie had a "first-touch battle" against [[Tierno's Squirtle]]. Froakie started off with a Water Pulse, but Squirtle dodged it easily. Ash then commanded Froakie to use Water Pulse again, but Squirtle was too fast. It dodged again and ran to Froakie. Squirtle touched Froakie, causing Froakie to lose.

[[File:Ash Frogadier.png|thumb|left|250px|As a Frogadier]]
In ''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]'', Froakie was training with Ash and Pikachu until Bonnie noticed Sanpei in the water, and went to rescue him and his {{p|Greninja}}, who were previously attacked by [[Saizo]] and his {{p|Barbaracle}}. After thwarting another attack, the group decided to aid Sanpei in finding a mansion so he could deliver a secret document given to him by his mentor. After saving Clemont from falling via his Frubbles and then being separated from Clemont, Bonnie and {{an|Serena}} in a cave full of {{p|Golbat}}, Froakie and Greninja encountered Saizo once more in a rematch but neither their joint attacks or the involvement of Pikachu gave them the upper hand. After being trapped in some rocks by Barbaracle's {{m|Mud-Slap}}, which had also blinded Pikachu and Greninja, Froakie broke free and evolved into a Frogadier, managing to weaken the Collective Pokémon using its newly learned {{m|Aerial Ace}} before Saizo fled the battle. After reaching the mansion, it was revealed that Saizo was in fact Sanpei's mentor, who had been testing his student and that the document was actually blank. Frogadier and Greninja had a battle at the end of the episode, though the outcome is unknown.

In ''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]'', Ash used Frogadier as his third and final Pokémon in his [[Coumarine Gym]] Battle against [[Ramos]]. Despite being at a type disadvantage, it went up against {{p|Weepinbell}} which had already defeated Fletchinder and Hawlucha. Frogadier used Water Pulse, but this was dodged. It then used Double Team and circled around Weepinbell. Weepinbell, however, used its hearing to sense the real Frogadier and used {{m|Grass Knot}}, tripping up Frogadier and removing the copies. Weepinbell then used {{m|Razor Leaf}}, but Frogadier countered with its Water Pulse. Weepinbell used {{m|Poison Powder}}, but Frogadier used its Frubbles to cover its mouth, preventing itself from becoming {{status|Poison|poisoned}}. It then used Double Team to circle Weepinbell again. Weepinbell, went for Grass Knot again, but this time Frogadier used Aerial Ace, destroying the Grass Knot and using the attack to defeat the Flycatcher Pokémon. It then went up against Ramos's last Pokémon, his {{p|Gogoat}}. Frogadier used Water Pulse, but it was blocked by {{m|Vine Whip}}. When Frogadier used Double Team, Gogoat countered with Vine Whip again, destroying all the copies and hitting the real Frogadier hard. Gogoat then used Razor Leaf around itself, hiding itself. Frogadier destroyed the leaves with Aerial Ace, but Gogoat had jumped up high and redirected the leaves to hit Frogadier hard. Frogadier then used Double Team which was destroyed by {{m|Leech Seed}}. Frogadier, however, managed to avoid it and then hit Gogoat with Aerial Ace. Gogoat was able to withstand the hit and used {{m|Horn Leech}}, dealing damage and having recovering some of the damage it took. It then used Leech Seed on Frogadier, trapping it while draining Frogadier's health. Gogoat then used Razor Leaf, circling around Frogadier while launching leaves at it. This made neither Ash nor Frogadier able to see Gogoat. Then Ash remembered the advice that Ramos told him - that getting flustered would only make matters worse, and that if he kept a level head he'd be able to see the important things - and had Frogadier listen for the sounds of Gogoat's movements. After getting hit by multiple leaves, it managed to sense Gogoat and cut through the Razor Leaf and did major damage with Aerial Ace before using Double Team. Though the Mount Pokémon took out the copies with Vine Whip, this gave Frogadier an opening. It hit Gogoat with Water Pulse and knocked it out, winning Ash the battle and earning him the {{badge|Plant}}.

[[File:Ash Greninja Sawyer Sceptile.png|thumb|250px|Its rivalry with Sawyer's Sceptile]]
In ''[[XY073|A Fashionable Battle!]]'', Ash used Frogadier and Hawlucha for his [[Double Battle]] against [[Sawyer]], where they went up against [[Sawyer's Treecko]] and {{p|Bagon}}. After Hawlucha and Bagon battled, Treecko used Leech Seed on Hawlucha which it managed to dodge. Bagon then tried hitting Hawlucha with {{m|Fire Fang}}, but it got blocked by Frogadier's Water Pulse. Later Frogadier used its speedy movements to dodge Treecko's {{m|Bullet Seed}}. As Treecko used another Bullet Seed on Frogadier, Frogadier seemingly disappeared just before the attack hit. It reappeared in the air and Treecko tried stopping Frogadier using Bullet Seed. Frogadier cut through the seeds using Cut repeatedly and defeated Treecko. Ash and Sawyer then prepared to resume their battle, but they got interrupted by the commotion caused by [[Valerie]]'s Fashion Show.

In ''[[XY075|Rivals: Today and Tomorrow!]]'', Ash used Frogadier as his third Pokémon in his three versus three battle against Sawyer. It went up against {{p|Treecko}}, despite the type-disadvantage. Frogadier hit Treecko with a super-effective speedy Aerial Ace, surprising Sawyer. Treecko then hit Frogadier with Bullet Seed. Treecko kept using Bullet Seed while moving, which Frogadier struggled to dodge. Treecko then used {{m|Agility}} in an attempt to outspeed it, but Frogadier was able to stop it by hitting Treecko with a Water Pulse. Agitated, Treecko suddenly evolved into {{p|Grovyle}}, learning {{m|Leaf Blade}} in the process. Frogadier used Double Team, of which Leaf Blade destroyed the copies. This, however, left Grovyle open for a surprise Aerial Ace from behind by Frogadier. After dodging more Leaf Blades, Frogadier used Cut as Grovyle used Leaf Blade which cancelled each other out. Grovyle then used its jumping abilities to jump in the air and use Bullet Seed, but it was countered by Water Pulse. This created smoke which allowed Frogadier to get into the air and counterattack with Water Pulse from behind, defeating the Wood Gecko Pokémon. After the battle, both Frogadier and Grovyle were impressed with the other's abilities and developed a rivalry with each other.

In ''[[XY092|Cloudy Fate, Bright Future!]]'', it was used to battle {{OBP|Carrie|XY092}}'s {{p|Sigilyph}} and {{p|Sableye}} along with Pikachu. After it had hit Sableye with Water Pulse, it got hit by a {{m|Shadow Claw}}. It then countered Sableye's {{m|Power Gem}} with Water Pulse and then defeated Sableye with Aerial Ace. After the misunderstanding had been solved, the group followed [[Olympia]] to the [[Anistar Gym]]. There, Olympia revealed Frogadier's past and revealed it would gain great power.

In ''[[XY093|All Eyes on the Future!]]'', Frogadier was used along with Talonflame in a [[Double Battle]] against [[Olympia]]'s two {{p|Meowstic}} at the Anistar Gym. After Olympia's Meowstic used a {{m|Helping Hand}}-boosted {{m|Future Sight}}, Frogadier and Talonflame headed in for the attack. Both Meowstic simply dodged the attacks and began levitating. Ash then had Frogadier attack the female Meowstic with Water Pulse. Water Pulse's damage, however, was reduced as the male used {{m|Light Screen}} to protect his partner from the attack. Frogadier then caught Talonflame, who was falling down after getting hit. Both Meowstic then fired off their {{m|Psyshock}}, which kept following their targets due to the female Meowstic's Ability {{a|Keen Eye}}, and were able to hit their opponents. As Frogadier and Talonflame stood up and were about to counterattack, wormholes appeared and Future Sight struck Talonflame, knocking it into Frogadier. Ash then came up with a strategy to have Pikachu keep track of the time it took for Future Sight to hit its mark. Ash then had Talonflame use {{m|Brave Bird}} and Frogadier use Double Team to cover Talonflame. After the female Meowstic wiped the clones out with {{m|Dark Pulse}}, its Dark Pulse was cancelled out by Frogadier's Cut, giving Talonflame the chance to hit her hard with Brave Bird. She, however, immediately recovered and launched a {{m|Thunder Wave}} at Talonflame, but Frogadier jumped in and took the attack, {{status|Paralysis|paralyzing}} it. Frogadier then aided Talonflame, who charged in for the attack, by blocking the Meowstic's Psyshock, giving Talonflame the chance to hit the male Meowstic hard. Ash then had Frogadier attack with Aerial Ace, but it was unable to execute it due to its paralysis, leaving it vulnerable to a Dark Pulse. After Future Sight was used again, Frogadier was carried by Talonflame and both charged towards the Meowstic. The {{type|Psychic}} Pokémon attacked with Psyshock and Dark Pulse, which kept following their marks again. Talonflame, however, led the attack towards the Meowstic and flew off at the last moment, causing them to get hit by their own attacks. Frogadier and Talonflame then grabbed onto the Meowstic. Thanks to Pikachu, they were able to let them go at the moment Future Sight was executed, causing it to hit Meowstic instead. It was then saved from Psyshock by Talonflame, who used {{m|Flame Charge}} to shield itself and Frogadier from Meowstic's attacks. As Talonflame knocked the female Meowstic out with Flame Charge, Frogadier prepared to defeat the male with Water Pulse. Due to its paralysis, however, it couldn't launch the attack, giving Meowstic the chance to fire off a Psyshock. Despite struggling to block the attack with the Water Pulse between its hands, Frogadier managed to overpower Psyshock, thanks to Ash's words of encouragement, and knocked Meowstic out. This gave Ash the victory, earning him the {{badge|Psychic}}.

In ''[[XY099|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]'', Frogadier was seen training with Ash. It then met up with Sanpei and his Greninja again, who took the group to his hometown, the [[Ninja Village]]. Frogadier watched the battle between Sanpei's Greninja and [[Nihei]]'s {{p|Venusaur}} with great interest and was shocked when Greninja was beaten. It then followed Ash and his friends and saw the shrine dedicated to the Hero Greninja. When the village was attacked, Frogadier and Ash along with Sanpei and Greninja chased after the kidnappers of {{kal|Hanzo}}, the village elder, but were confronted by [[Heidayu]] and his {{p|Bisharp}}.
The attack on the village continued in [[XY100|the next episode]], in which Frogadier, along with Pikachu and Sanpei's Greninja were ready to face Heidayu's Bisharp. Bisharp easily overcame their combined efforts, but was defeated by the returning Saizo and his Barbaracle.

Later Frogadier joined Pikachu and Sanpei's Greninja in a rematch with Bisharp, but still struggled against the Sword Blade Pokémon. While the three Pokémon struggled to stand from Bisharp's {{m|Snarl}}, Heidayu ordered Bisharp to finish Pikachu with Shadow Claw. At the last moment, Frogadier managed to get up and jump in front of Pikachu to protect him, causing it to evolve into Greninja and learn {{m|Water Shuriken}}. Following its evolution, Greninja managed to pose a larger threat to Bisharp with its new powerful attack. Hearing Ash's words of encouragement, Greninja mysteriously transformed into a new form known as Ash-Greninja. With its new power, Greninja easily managed to knock Bisharp out with a powerful Cut before the torrent of water surrounding it dissipated and Greninja reverted to its normal form, leaving Ash confused over what had just happened. After the Ninja Army was defeated, Greninja bade Sanpei and his Greninja farewell as Ash and his friends left the village to continue their journey.

In ''[[XY102|Meeting at Terminus Cave!]]'', Greninja was used by Ash to retrieve [[Squishy]], who was captured by Team Rocket at the time. Greninja quickly retrieved it and returned it to Bonnie, after easily dodging the {{m|Cross Poison}} and the {{m|Stone Edge}} fired at it by [[Celosia]]'s {{p|Drapion}} and [[Bryony]]'s Bisharp, respectively. After Squishy defeated [[Team Flare]]'s Pokémon and ran away, Greninja battled Celosia's {{p|Manectric}} and Bryony's {{p|Liepard}}, who chased after Squishy. Greninja blocked Liepard's Shadow Claw with Cut, but while locked in combat with Liepard, it got hit by Manectric's {{m|Thunderbolt}}. Greninja refused to give up, however, and transformed to its Ash-Greninja form. It easily beat back Manectric and Liepard with its great speed and power, forcing Team Flare to retreat. During the battle it was shown that Ash and Greninja share each other's pain and exhaustion while Greninja was in its Ash-Greninja form. Afterwards, Greninja and Ash fell to their knees in exhaustion.

[[File:Ash and Greninja.png|thumb|left|250px|Greninja and Ash]]
In ''[[XY106|A Meeting of Two Journeys!]]'', Greninja was first used to battle Sawyer's Sceptile. It first countered Bullet Seed with Water Shuriken and then attacked with Cut, which was dodged. After its Aerial Ace clashed with Sceptile's Leaf Blade, Greninja was hit by a {{m|Dragon Pulse}}. Sceptile then trapped Greninja with {{m|Leaf Storm}} and then smashed it to the ground, dealing lots of damage. Greninja, however, was still able to stand and easily defeated Sceptile with Aerial Ace upon transforming into Ash-Greninja. Its transformation was noticed by [[Alain]], who was passing by.

The next day, Alain requested a battle with Greninja, to which Ash agreed. Greninja fought [[Alain's Charizard]], which was able to hold the upper hand despite a type-disadvantage. The match started with Charizard countering Greninja's Water Shuriken with {{m|Dragon Claw}}, and dodging Greninja's attempts to hit it with Cut. It retaliated with {{m|Flamethrower}}, causing Greninja some damage. Afterwards Charizard [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolved]] and attacked with Dragon Claw, but Greninja countered with Cut. Greninja attempted to confuse Charizard with Double Team, but the Flame Pokémon countered by destroying all the copies with Flamethrower. Greninja then emerged from the smoke and attempted to hit Charizard with a surprise Aerial Ace, but the latter revealed its newly learned {{m|Thunder Punch}} and knocked Greninja away. Greninja tried to retaliate with Water Shuriken, but Charizard proved to be faster and hit it with a second Thunder Punch. When the battle seemed to be over, Greninja transformed into Ash-Greninja and managed get a good hit on Charizard with Aerial Ace. Charizard, however, quickly recovered and used Thunder Punch, which Greninja blocked with Cut. Charizard was then able to break through Cut and finished Greninja off with {{m|Blast Burn}}.

In ''[[XY116|The Synchronicity Test!]]'', Clemont had developed an invention to monitor Ash and Greninja's pulse in order to get to know more about Greninja's transformation into Ash-Greninja. Greninja was sent out to spar with [[Clemont's Luxray]] to try and trigger the transformation. Luxray started the battle by powering up his {{type|Electric}} moves using {{m|Electric Terrain}}. Greninja then used Cut, but Luxray countered with {{m|Thunder Fang}}, pushing the Ninja Pokémon back. Greninja then used Double Team and although Luxray destroyed all copies with {{m|Wild Charge}}, it managed to strike the Gleam Eyes Pokémon with a surprise Aerial Ace. After clashing with Cut and Thunder Fang again the battle was stopped, since both Pokémon were tired and Greninja's transformation still hadn't taken place.

After Alain showed up, he and Ash agreed to have a rematch, with Greninja battling Alain's Charizard once more. Like in their previous battle, Greninja opened with a Water Shuriken. Charizard skillfully dodged the incoming shurikens and retaliated with Dragon Claw, hitting Greninja hard. Greninja, however, quickly recovered and used Double Team which proved useless against Charizard's Flamethrower. This, however, proved to be a diversion that allowed Greninja to strike Charizard from behind with Cut. After Charizard Mega Evolved, Greninja showed the full extent of its improvement by overpowering Charizard's Thunder Punch and kicking it in the stomach with Aerial Ace. It then attacked with Cut, but Charizard grabbed its attack and hit it with a close-range Flamethrower. It then tried to stop Charizard with Water Shuriken, but the Flame Pokémon dodged the attack once again and proceeded to hit Greninja with a powerful Thunder Punch. This, however, allowed Greninja to successfully transform into Ash-Greninja. With its increased power, Greninja was able to match Charizard in combat. After its Cut was dodged, it was able to block Charizard's Flamethrower with Cut. Greninja then jumped in the air to avoid Charizard's Thunder Punch and struck it from above with Aerial Ace. After a collision between Cut and Dragon Claw, Greninja managed to take a hit from another Dragon Claw before dealing serious damage to Charizard with an immediate Cut. The battle was called off when Ash collapsed from exhaustion. When Ash regained consciousness, Ash realized that he and Greninja would have to be more careful in using Greninja's special form and vowed to train harder in order to perfect it.

Their training was seen in ''[[XY118|Championing a Research Battle!]]'', where the two raced through a forest in order to boost their stamina. When [[Diantha]] arrived to inform Ash and his friends about {{p|Zygarde}}, she also requested a battle with Ash and Greninja after hearing of Greninja's special power. Greninja had a hard time battling her {{p|Gardevoir}} at first, as Gardevoir easily dodged its moves without even needing verbal orders from Diantha. Greninja then used Double Team to avoid an incoming {{m|Shadow Ball}}, but Gardevoir quickly fired off several Shadow Balls to destroy all copies and hit Greninja. After its Water Shuriken was dodged again, it managed to dodge Gardevoir's {{m|Moonblast}}, but was blown back into a tree by the blast caused by Moonblast's impact. Greninja then fired off two Water Shurikens, which again were easily dodged. It, however, managed to distract Gardevoir by launching a third one, allowing it to emerge from the smoke and hit the Embrace Pokémon with Cut. Greninja and Ash then reached the point where they could transform into Ash-Greninja. Diantha was greatly impressed by its special form, as Greninja started to gain the upper hand, being able to push Gardevoir back by overpowering its Shadow Ball with Cut. After a collision between Water Shuriken and Shadow Ball, Gardevoir proceeded to dodge Greninja's attacks again. This time, however, Greninja was able to keep up with Gardevoir's speedy movements and struck it with another Cut. As Greninja headed in using Aerial Ace, Diantha finally had Gardevoir Mega Evolve and repel Greninja's attack. Launched into the air, Greninja fired a Water Shuriken, which Gardevoir countered with Shadow Ball, the attacks colliding with equal force. Another Aerial Ace was then blocked by Gardevoir's {{m|Reflect}}, but Greninja immediately after used Double Team and Cut to push Gardevoir back, even through its Reflect. After destroying a Shadow Ball with Aerial Ace, Ash and Greninja reached Ash-Greninja's final form, and the water veil that surrounded Greninja turned into a massive, back-mounted shuriken, much to everyone's shock. Greninja then attacked with its new shuriken while Gardevoir fired another Shadow Ball. This time, however, Greninja's Water Shuriken proved stronger and knocked Gardevoir off her feet. However, before the battle could progress any further, both Greninja and Ash passed out again from exhaustion. As a result, Gardevoir had to fend off Team Rocket while the two regained consciousness. Greninja and Ash soon recovered, and vowed to fully master their newfound transformation.

At the beginning of ''[[XY119|A Full-Strength Battle Surprise!]]'', Greninja was shown battling an opponent Trainer's {{p|Scizor}}, using Double Team to dodge an incoming attack. Despite Scizor's attempts to hit Greninja with {{m|Bullet Punch}}, Greninja knocked the Pincer Pokémon out with Aerial Ace. Later, during the three-on-three battle between Ash and Sawyer, Greninja was Ash's final Pokémon, going up against Sawyer's {{p|Clawitzer}}. It easily dodged Clawitzer's attempts to hit it with Dragon Pulse and powered through Clawitzer's {{m|Ice Beam}} with Cut, finishing off Clawitzer with a single hit from said attack. It then battled its rival, Sceptile. At first they exchanged blows evenly, with Greninja using Aerial Ace to counter Leaf Blade. When Sceptile attempted to use Bullet Seed to hit Greninja, Greninja blocked this with Water Shuriken. It then used Double Team to dodge Sceptile's Leaf Blade, but was forced to jump back when Sceptile attacked with another Leaf Blade after destroying its copies within seconds. Greninja then attempted to hit Sceptile with Cut, but Sceptile dodged the attack and hit it with Leaf Storm. After getting up, Greninja attempted to blindside Sceptile with its speed and hit it with Aerial Ace, but Sceptile dodged at the last moment and knocked Greninja away with its tail. Ash then attempted to use the Ash-Greninja form as Greninja circled around Sceptile again, moving too fast to be seen. However, much to Ash's shock and surprise, Greninja was not able to transform. Taking advantage of a now distracted and shocked Ash, Sawyer had Sceptile hit Greninja with another Leaf Storm, followed by a Leaf Blade, knocking Greninja out and leaving everyone present shocked. Ash then thanked Greninja and recalled it, but he was apparently left doubtful of his ability to master the form.

In ''[[XY120|All Hail the Ice Battlefield!]]'', Greninja was Ash's final Pokémon used in his Gym battle against [[Wulfric]] and faced his {{p|Avalugg}}. Although damaged by the {{weather|Hail}}, which also gave Avalugg recovery because of its {{a|Ice Body}} ability, Greninja used its great speed to hit Avalugg with a strong Cut, after dodging the incoming {{m|Stone Edge}}. It then attacked with Aerial Ace, which Avalugg countered with {{m|Gyro Ball}}, repelling Greninja. Greninja then fired several Water Shurikens at Avalugg's feet while the latter kept spinning to shield itself. The cold, however, froze Avalugg's wet feet to the ground, leaving it wide open for another Cut. Now having gained the upper hand, Ash and Greninja were able to activate the Ash-Greninja form and completely overwhelmed Avalugg, sending it sliding backwards with a series of powerful hits from Aerial Ace. Wulfric, however, used Greninja's now even greater speed to his advantage by commanding Avalugg to use {{m|Avalanche}}, which was powered up due to Avalugg acting after its opponent, causing Ash visible pain. Greninja was then able to hit Avalugg with Cut after tearing through its Stone Edge, but Avalugg immediately retaliated by knocking Greninja in the air with another Stone Edge. After another exchange of blows with Aerial Ace and Avalanche, Greninja attacked with another Cut, but this time Avalugg caught it with {{m|Ice Fang}}, slowly freezing Greninja. Unable to escape Avalugg's fangs, Greninja was left vulnerable to a Gyro Ball, sending it flying into the Gym's wall, knocking it out, causing Ash to fall down as well. Ash later on oversaw Greninja lying unconscious in the [[Pokémon Center]], blaming himself for their loss. Ash then decided to leave Greninja and walked off into the [[Kalos Route 20|Winding Woods]] alone.

It was [[XY121|later]] revealed that Greninja was awake while Ash talked to it in the Pokémon Center and the following morning, Serena, Clemont, and Bonnie found out it had left on its own as well. While sitting in a tree somewhere in the Winding Woods, Greninja thought back to its losses against Sawyer's Sceptile and Wulfric's Avalugg, leaving it upset. After thinking back to Ash's words in the Pokémon Center, Greninja decided to go look for him. Later, in the midst of a blizzard, Greninja came across Squishy in its [[List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|10% Forme]], who was looking for Ash as well. Using Zygarde Cells, Squishy managed to locate Ash, who was trying to help a bunch of {{p|Spewpa}} to get out of a tree branch above a cliff, and informed Greninja. When Ash reached for the last Spewpa, the branch broke and both fell down the ravine. Greninja, however, arrived just in time to save Ash from falling by grabbing him with its tongue. A sudden gust of wind, however, caused Ash to lose grip of the Spewpa. Determined to save Spewpa, Ash and Greninja were able to activate the Ash-Greninja form and with their feelings in sync, Greninja was able to reach the final stage and perfect the Ash-Greninja form. While Greninja jumped down the cliff, Ash, able to share Greninja's vision, gave Greninja the proper commands to get both it and Spewpa safely on the ground. Afterwards, Ash and Greninja along with some forest Pokémon sought shelter in a cave, where the two made up and promised to start over from zero again. Later on, Ash and Greninja reunited with the group again and after Pikachu defeated Team Rocket they returned to the Pokémon Center. At the Pokémon Center, Greninja showed Ash its Poké Ball and rolled it over to him, like the time when it was first caught, signifiying their resolve to start over again.

[[File:Ash Greninja Lumiose Conference.png|thumb|250px|As Ash-Greninja in the Lumiose Conference]]
In [[XY122|the following episode]], Greninja was Ash's final Pokémon during the rematch against Wulfric. It battled his {{p|Abomasnow}} this time, and despite a severe type-disadvantage and continuous damage from the Hail, it overpowered Abomasnow with its speedy attacks, hitting him hard with a super-effective Aerial Ace followed by Water Shuriken. Abomasnow tried countering with {{m|Energy Ball}}, but Greninja destroyed the attack with Cut, before it could be executed. It was obstructed by the Hail, however, giving Abomasnow a chance to properly charge his attacks and get a partly blocked hit in with {{m|Wood Hammer}}, freezing Greninja. Greninja, however, managed to break free from the ice and then transformed into Ash-Greninja. With its increased strength and speed, Greninja was now able to completely overpower Abomasnow, dealing major damage with Aerial Ace. Abomasnow tried hitting it with Wood Hammer, but Greninja easily outmaneuvered him and struck back with Cut before sending him flying into the ceiling using the big Water Shuriken on its back. Seeing the power of his opponent, Wulfric revealed his [[Key Stone]] to Ash and Mega Evolved Abomasnow. Against Mega Abomasnow, Greninja had a much harder time. Its Water Shuriken was immediately blocked by {{m|Ice Punch}} and Greninja then got hit by {{m|Ice Shard}}. Greninja, however, quickly retaliated by attacking with a Double Team-Cut combination, but Abomasnow was able to destroy all copies and hit the real Greninja with Wood Hammer. As Abomasnow fired another Ice Shard, Greninja headed in using Cut to destroy the shards and attack Abomasnow. Abomasnow, however, countered the attack with Ice Punch, knocking Greninja back as well as freezing its "knives". Greninja then, however, used the frozen knives as ice skates to dodge the incoming Wood Hammer and Ice Shard. It then forced Abomasnow to counter another Water Shuriken with Ice Punch, giving it the chance to finish Abomasnow off with a powerful Aerial Ace, giving Ash the win and earning him his final [[Kalos]] Badge, the {{badge|Iceberg}}.

In ''[[XY125|A League of His Own!]]'', Ash used Greninja in the first round of the [[Lumiose Conference]], where it faced [[Titus]]'s {{p|Altaria}}. Right away, it got hit by Altaria's Dragon Pulse, who then proceeded to fire off a {{m|Draco Meteor}}. Greninja then transformed into Ash-Greninja, which shocked most of the people present, and was able to easily dodge the falling meteors and defeat Altaria with a single Water Shuriken.

In ''[[XY128|A Riveting Rivalry!]]'', Greninja was used as Ash's final Pokémon in the semi-finals of the Lumiose Conference against Sawyer. It faced off in one final showdown against its rival Sceptile. After its Water Shuriken was destroyed by Sceptile's Dragon Claw, Greninja went for Double Team. Its clones were then wiped out by {{m|Frenzy Plant}}, but Greninja emerged unscathed and used Cut to clash with Sceptile's Leaf Blade. Both Pokémon then transformed to their respective more powerful forms, Ash-Greninja and Mega Sceptile. Greninja was able to cut through Sceptile's Frenzy Plant using Cut, before its Water Shuriken was countered by Dragon Claw again. Both Pokémon then kept exchanging and clashing with their powerful and fierce attacks, with Sceptile getting struck by powerful hits from Aerial Ace, before retaliating with Leaf Storm. After clashing using Cut and Leaf Blade again, Greninja was thrown into the air by Leaf Storm. As Sceptile was about to finish it off with Frenzy Plant, Greninja was able to regain its footing and run on top of the roots. Sceptile tried to corner Greninja with Frenzy Plant, but while using its shared senses with Ash and its full trust in him, Greninja was able to dodge every single Frenzy Plant and slice through them using Cut. As its back-mounted shuriken grew to massive size, Greninja fired off the Water Shuriken while Sceptile countered with Leaf Storm, causing a large explosion. After the smoke cleared, only Greninja remained standing, giving Ash the win and allowing him to advance to the finals of the Lumiose Conference.

In ''[[XY131|Down to the Fiery Finish!]]'', Greninja was Ash's final Pokémon used in the finals against Alain, where it was sent out against Alain's Bisharp. Due to the {{weather|rain}}, set up earlier by {{AP|Goodra}}'s {{m|Rain Dance}}, its {{type|Water}} attacks were powered up which allowed it to defeat Bisharp with Water Shuriken after dodging its Iron Head with Double Team. Alain then sent out his final Pokémon, Charizard, again. First, Charizard fired off a Flamethrower while both Pokémon headed towards each other. Greninja, however, avoided the attack and struck Charizard with a powerful Cut. After the rain cleared, it transformed into Ash-Greninja while Charizard Mega Evolved into Mega Charizard X. Greninja then started attacking by charging at Charizard while using Double Team. Charizard, however, wiped out its clones with Flamethrower, creating a huge cloud of smoke. Greninja then appeared from the smoke and fired off a Water Shuriken which was countered by Charizard's Dragon Claw. Both Pokémon then engaged in a brawl using Aerial Ace and Dragon Claw, but eventually Charizard managed to outmaneuver Greninja and knock it off its feet with Dragon Claw. After blocking a Flamethrower with Cut, Greninja slammed its Water Shuriken on the ground to counter Charizard's Blast Burn. As another cloud of smoke covered the field, Greninja was able to hit Charizard with Aerial Ace, slamming it onto the ground. Charizard, however, stood up and knocked it back with Dragon Claw. After clashing with Dragon Claw and Cut, Charizard attacked with Thunder Punch, but Greninja used Water Shuriken as a melee weapon to counter the attack and was able to strike Charizard with it. Ash and Alain then had their Pokémon use Water Shuriken and Blast Burn, respectively. As Greninja unleashed all of its power into the attack, its Shuriken grew to massive size and changed to a fiery red-orange color. Both Pokémon then fired off their powerful attacks with both scoring a direct hit on their opponent, causing another explosion and leaving the battlefield covered in smoke. Although initially both Pokémon were still standing, Greninja wasn't able to take the damage and fainted, causing Ash to end up as the Runner-Up of the Lumiose Conference.

In ''[[XY132|A Towering Takeover!]]'', Greninja, along with Ash and Ash's other Pokémon, was taken captive at the top of Prism Tower by [[Lysandre]], who intended to use their Bond Phenomenon for his plans. In [[XY133|the next episode]], it and Ash were hit by a miniature version of the Team Flare's Mega Evolution energy ray, designed to control them, but they broke free using Bond Phenomenon. After Alain's Charizard broke Ash's other Pokémon free, Greninja, along with everyone else, battled against [[Lysandre's Pyroar]] and his {{Shiny}} Mega {{p|Gyarados}}. During the battle it struggled blocking Pyroar's {{m|Hyper Beam}} using Cut, but was aided by {{AP|Noivern}}'s {{m|Boomburst}}. [[XY134|Later on]], after Pyroar, Noivern, Hawlucha, and Goodra had already been defeated, Greninja and Talonflame tried attacking Gyarados with Cut and Flame Charge, but were knocked in the air by Stone Edge. Despite being caught by Charizard, Gyarados slammed the three Pokémon to the ground with {{m|Dragon Tail}}, knocking Talonflame out. After [[Malva]] had appeared and decided to fight alongside Ash and Alain, Greninja blocked an incoming {{m|Incinerate}} with Water Shuriken. In the end, Greninja, Pikachu and Charizard were the only ones left facing Lysandre's Gyarados, although now aided by Malva's Mega {{p|Houndoom}}. The battle finally concluded in ''[[XY135|Rocking Kalos Defenses!]]'', where Greninja and Charizard hit Gyarados with a respective Cut and Dragon Claw, allowing Pikachu to finish the Atrocious Pokémon off with a Thunderbolt.

Greninja later helped [[Serena's Braixen]], [[Steven's Metagross]], and Professor Sycamore's Garchomp fight against the Giant Rock {{p|Zygarde}}. Greninja managed to sense Chespie's location inside the creature and managed to throw a Water Shuriken into its body, marking the location. It, along with the other Pokémon, was eventually subdued by the creature's roots, but was freed by a combined attack from the Pokémon of all the Kalos Gym Leaders and Diantha. After strategizing, everyone combined their powers to fend off the Giant Rock's roots, allowing Ash and Alain to reach its center and save Chespie, bringing the creature down. After the resurrection of the Giant Rock, who was now controlled by Lysandre, Greninja, Pikachu, and Alain's Charizard managed to destroy Lysandre's control device, allowing Squishy and [[Z2]] to destroy the Giant Rock. In ''[[XY137|Battling with a Clean Slate]]'', Greninja is awarded a medal with Ash and the rest of the gang for their efforts against Team Flare.

In ''[[XY139|Facing the Needs of the Many!]]'', Greninja detected the presence of one of the remnants of the [[Giant Rock]]. After transforming into Ash-Greninja, it was able to see the source of the root under the ground and used {{m|Water Shuriken}} on it, causing the root to wither away. After [[Xerosic]] revealed that he was planning on creating Neo-[[Team Flare]] and kidnapped {{an|Clemont}}, Ash sent Greninja to follow after him. Greninja helped Ash and his friends defeat Xerosic in battle, leading to Xerosic's arrest. However, parts of the Giant Rock still remained. After [[Squishy]] appeared and saved {{an|Bonnie}} from one of the roots, it led Greninja and the group to [[Z2]], where Z2 requested for Greninja to help it and Squishy detect and destroy all of the remnants of the Giant Rock. Greninja accepted Z2's request and bid farewell to Ash and his friends. In [[XY140|the following episode]], Greninja was seen destroying a root, with Squishy and Z2 watching close by.

==Personality and characteristics==
As a Froakie, it was a stubborn, picky Pokémon, displayed by the fact that it had several other Trainers that it refused to listen to, either forcing them to return it to Professor Sycamore or abandoning them and returning to the lab itself. It is also extremely similar to Ash personality wise, as it is not afraid to leap into danger regardless of its own safety and doesn't back down from a fight. It is clear that it recognizes these traits in Ash, hence why it was finally willing to accept being taken into Ash's wing. It also has a sense of honor, as demonstrated when it attacked {{AP|Fletchling}} just because it made {{an|Bonnie}} cry. In ''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]'', it is shown to have a good judgment of character, as it became suspicious of Meowth when he pretended to side with it, {{AP|Pikachu}}, and {{TP|Clemont|Chespin}} under a temporary truce. Froakie is prone to blushing when praised, as shown when being thanked by Bonnie in ''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]'' and {{TP|Serena|Fennekin}} in ''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''. As shown in ''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]'', Greninja as a Froakie gets embarrassed when losing in a bad way, such as when it lost because of Attract.

[[File:Ash-Greninja water veil.png|thumb|250px|Covered in a water veil as Ash-Greninja]]
Since evolving into a Frogadier, its personality remains largely the same. It is still shown to be loyal to Ash, as shown when it hugged him after its victory in the Coumarine City Gym battle. Greninja is a responsible Pokémon that can take initiative to protect friends and allies. In ''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]'', it volunteered to scout ahead to protect {{an|Serena}} and Chespin after they had gotten separated from the group. Greninja also appears to be good with younger Pokémon and children. As a Froakie, in addition to challenging Fletchling for making Bonnie cry, it was able to befriend the timid [[Randall]] during one of {{TRT}}'s schemes. As a Frogadier, it can be seen looking after {{TP|Clemont|Dedenne}} in ''[[XY059|Under the Pledging Tree!]]'' while Ash and his friends were preparing gifts for their Pokémon. Greninja also seems to care deeply for its friends, as seen when it acted as bodyguard for Serena and Chespin in ''[[XY071|So You're Having a Bad Day!]]'', and protected the two from a wild {{p|Pangoro}}.

Greninja seems to appreciate and respect bravery and selflessness, and as such, aims to be so itself. This is first shown when it took a hit for Pikachu during Team Rocket's attack despite not knowing Pikachu or his Trainer, and then proceeded to help them both in combat. It respects those with these traits, as it does Ash. Greninja was impressed and surprised by Ash's willingness to put himself in danger to help a Garchomp that wasn't his Pokémon and barely knew, and admired this show of self-sacrifice and selflessness to the point Greninja as a Froakie went alongside Ash to face Garchomp. It also showed genuine concern for Ash's safety when Ash jumped off the Prism Tower. A lack of these traits in its previous Trainers may be what caused Greninja to leave them.

Greninja has been shown to enjoy battling, and seems to enjoy the opportunity to fight a strong opponent. Once recognizing Sawyer's Grovyle's strength, it developed a rivalry with it. It also seems to relish at both the thought, and the action of defeating a strong opponent, as seen when it grinned before fighting Sawyer's Grovyle, and defeating Grant's Onix.

Greninja's close bond with Ash was also one of his greatest insecurities, as their repeated failure to master the Ash-Greninja form started to weigh heavily on trainer and Pokémon alike. When Ash left Greninja in the Pokémon center after the loss to Wulfric, out of a sense of guilt for Greninja's injuries, a saddened Greninja gave chase as soon as he recovered. It was revealed Greninja also felt responsible for their loss. After fully synchronizing their feelings to save a Spewpa, however, Ash explained to Greninja why he wanted to become a Pokémon Trainer, and that he saw his Pokémon as his closest friends. After that, Greninja and Ash came to fully understand each other.

===Ash-Greninja===
Shortly after evolving into Greninja, through its strong bond with Ash, he can call upon a transformation similar to [[Mega Evolution]], where it takes on an appearance resembling its Trainer while being covered in a water veil. In its final form, the water veil moves from around its body to its back and forms an "X" shape, which resemble wings, then the wings form into a small sphere shape of water on the middle of its back with a light blue ring in the middle of it and it then grows in size until it forms into a giant shuriken made of water. Its full capabilities were unknown, but it appears to give a significant boost in speed and power. In its completed form, it can rival the power of Mega Evolved Pokémon. This form comes with a side effect where whenever Greninja takes damage, the pain is shared with Ash in the same location where Greninja was hurt. Ash is also shown to be able to see from Greninja's point of view and will occasionally mimic Greninja's movements. Ash describes it as feeling like he "became" Greninja. It is revealed by Clemont's device that Ash and Greninja share exactly the same heartbeat while Greninja is in the form and that the form can be accessed when Ash and Greninja's feelings synchronize. If the form is pushed too hard, it's possible for Ash to pass out from the resulting exhaustion and pain. The term '''Ash-Greninja''' (Japanese: '''サトシゲッコウガ''' ''Satoshi-Gekkouga'') was officially coined by Bonnie in ''[[XY120|All Hail the Ice Battlefield!]]''. During the [[XY121|next episode]], Ash and Greninja made amends and were able to trigger the transformation at will. [[XY122|By the time of their rematch against Wulfric]], Ash and Greninja were able to use the form without passing out, and although they still shared each other's pain, it seemed to be more manageable for Ash to handle. [[XY129|During the Lumiose Conference]], it is soon revealed by Professor Sycamore that the transformation Greninja had been going through is known as [[Bond Phenomenon]].

==Moves used==
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| colspan="3" style="text-align:left" |'''Description:''' '''Frubble''' (Japanese: '''ケロムース''' ''Keromousse'') is a physical characteristic of Froakie and Frogadier. It reaches into the bubbles on its neck, pulling out handfuls of bubbles and throwing them at its opponents much like an actual attack. This is used usually to subdue the opponents and strike them while they are distracted. It can also be used as a kind of adhesive or as a cleaning agent (as in ''[[XY011|The Bamboozling Forest!]]''). Frogadier can also use the frubbles to make a copy of itself (as in ''[[XY003|A Battle of Aerial Mobility!]]'') and to prevent {{status|poisoning}} (as seen in ''[[XY058|The Green, Green Grass Types of Home!]]''). It was also used to make a chain in order to catch someone from falling and pull them to safety (as seen in ''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]'' and ''[[XY086|A Legendary Photo Op!]]''). Froakie can also [[Media:Ash Froakie hood.png|cover itself in a hood of bubbles]]. It is unknown if it can still use this ability as a Greninja.
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| [[Grant]]'s {{p|Onix}}
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| colspan="3" style="text-align:left" |'''Description:''' '''Rock Tomb Climb''' (Japanese: '''がんせきふうじふうじ''' ''Rock Trap Trap'') was developed by Ash for his [[Cyllage Gym]] battle against [[Grant]]. During the battle, Ash knew Froakie would be going up against the Gym Leader's {{p|Onix}} and its powerful {{m|Rock Tomb}}. To that end, Ash taught Froakie how to jump on the projectiles for momentum and use them to get close to Onix for powerful hits. Ash dubbed this technique 'Rock Tomb Climb'. This was inspired by events from ''[[XY024|An Undersea Place to Call Home!]]''.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| rowspan="2" | [[File:Froakie Super Flying Cut.png|150px]][[File:Hawlucha Super Flying Cut.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY038|Forging Forest Friendships!]]''
| {{m|Cut}} and {{m|Flying Press}}
| [[Ash's Hawlucha]]
|- style="background:#FFF"
| colspan="3" style="text-align:left" |'''Description: ''' '''Super Flying Cut''' (Japanese: '''スーパーフライングいあいきり''' ''Super Flying Cut'') When {{AP|Hawlucha}} and Froakie were not getting along, Ash came up with an idea where Hawlucha and Froakie could work together to make a powerful move. Froakie gets on Hawlucha's back, and Hawlucha starts flying. Froakie would jump off of Hawlucha, and use {{m|Cut}} on the target. Then Hawlucha would come down and hit the same target, resulting in major damage. This was mastered during the battle with {{TRT}}, resulting in their defeat.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| rowspan="2" |[[File:Ash Greninja Water Fuma Shuriken.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY118|Championing a Research Battle!]]''
| {{m|Water Shuriken}}
| None
|- style="background:#FFF"
| colspan="3" style="text-align:left" |'''Description: ''' When Greninja is in its perfect Ash-Greninja form, it will throw the shuriken on its back when using Water Shuriken, causing significantly more damage. In ''[[XY128|A Riveting Rivalry!]]'', the power of this move was increased when Greninja absorbed the clones of its {{m|Double Team}} into the shuriken, causing it to triple in size and do a significant amount more of damage. In ''[[XY131|Down to the Fiery Finish!]]'', Greninja created another giant Water Shuriken, but this time it was colored orange instead of light blue.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| rowspan="2" | [[File:Ash Greninja ice skating.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY122|A Real Icebreaker!]]''
| {{m|Cut}} and {{m|Ice Punch}}
| [[Wulfric]]'s {{me|Abomasnow}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| colspan="3" style="text-align:left" |'''Description: ''' When Greninja was battling against [[Wulfric]]'s {{p|Abomasnow}}, its Cut attack got frozen by Mega Abomasnow's {{m|Ice Punch}}. However, Greninja used the frozen knives as ice skates to skate across the battlefield.
|}

==Voice actors==
Below are Froakie's speaking voices in {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{MTR}}'s dream in ''[[XY098|Dream a Little Dream from Me!]]''.

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|ja=[[Yuji Ueda]]
|en=[[Billy Bob Thompson]]
|fi=Hanna Leino
|fr_eu=Frédéric Clou
|it=Davide Garbolino
|pt_br=Fabrício Vila Verde
|de=Benedikt Gutjan
}}

==In the games==
===In the [[core series]]===
Ash's Greninja is featured in the {{FB|Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon|Special Demo Version}} of {{g|Sun and Moon}}. In it, {{ga|Sun}}, the [[player character]], is given a Greninja with Ash as his [[Original Trainer]] to take care of, met by Ash on [[XY002|October 17, 2013]] at level 5 in the [[Kalos]] region. It has Hardy [[nature]], 31 {{IV}} in Attack, Special Attack, Speed and 20 {{IV}} in HP, Defense, Special Defense, 128 {{EV}} in Attack and Special Attack and 252 {{EV}} in Speed. Completing the demo allows the player to transfer the Greninja to the full game, thus resetting its default EVs, IVs, and nature.

Like in the anime, this Greninja can transform into [[List of Pokémon with form differences#Greninja|Ash-Greninja]] by defeating a Pokémon in a battle with two or more Pokémon, activating its unique [[Ability]], {{a|Battle Bond}}.

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===In [[Spin-off Pokémon games|spin-off games]]===
Ash's Greninja appears as a puzzle in [[Pokémon Picross]]. It is located in {{DL|Pokémon Picross Stages|Area 03}} and must be unlocked using a {{DL|Pokémon Picross|Passwords|password}}. It has also appeared as a special stage in [[Pokémon Shuffle]].

==In the manga==
[[File:Ash Froakie M17 manga.png|thumb|left|120px|Ash's Froakie in ''{{ma|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction}}'']]
[[File:Ash Frogadier M18 manga.png|thumb|200px|Ash's Frogadier in ''{{ma|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages}}'']]

===In the movie adaptations===
Greninja appeared in the manga adaptation of the {{ma|Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction|17th movie}} as a Froakie.

It reappeared as a Frogadier in ''{{ma|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages}}''.

====Moves used====
{{anmov/h|water||Ash Frogadier Water Pulse M18 manga.png|Using Water Pulse}}
{{anmov|water|Water Pulse|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages (manga)|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages}}
{{anmov/f|water}}

==In the TCG==
In the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]], Ash's Greninja in its Ash-Greninja form is featured as a [[XY Black Star Promos (TCG)|Promotional]] {{TCG|Pokémon-EX|Pokémon}}{{EX}} card.

{{cardlist/header|Related cards|Water|char=yes}}
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{{cardlist/footer|Water}}

==In Tretta==
:''Main articles: [[Ash-Greninja (Z2-06)]]'' and ''[[Ash-Greninja (Ultimate Z Challenge)]]''
In [[Pokémon Tretta]], Ash and his Greninja, in Ash-Greninja form, appear as a Master-class Tretta in the ''{{Tretta|Zygarde Super Power Up, Ash-Greninja Comes Calling}}'' expansion. Another puck depicting the two appeared as a {{Tretta|Promotional Tretta}}.

==Trivia==
* With Froakie, this is the first time that Ash catches a [[starter Pokémon]] as his first Pokémon in a [[region]].
** Greninja is also the first of Ash's first regional catches that is not a {{2t|Normal|Flying}} dual-type since {{AP|Heracross}}, as well as the first one that is incapable of flying.
* Greninja is Ash's first Pokémon to be owned by more than one Trainer before him.
* In the dub of ''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]'', it was implied by Ash that Greninja is male, by calling it a "he".
* Greninja is the first {{type|Water}} [[starter Pokémon]] to have ever [[Evolution|evolved]] under Ash's ownership.
** Greninja is also the first fully evolved Water-type starter Pokémon owned by a main character.
** As a Froakie, Greninja was also Ash's first Water type to evolve under his ownership since ''[[EP075|Round One - Begin!]]'', 776 episodes earlier, when {{p|Krabby}} evolved into {{AP|Kingler}}.
** Greninja is also Ash's first Water-type to have evolved twice.
* Greninja is the first of Ash's starter Pokémon to have its Egg revealed on-screen.
* In the original Japanese version of ''[[XY098|Dream a Little Dream from Me!]]'', Frogadier, as a Froakie in a dream, spoke in archaic Japanese, a trope common among ninjas in modern Japanese fiction.
* When Greninja evolved from Frogadier in ''[[XY100|A Festival of Decisions!]]'', it evolved in a similar situation to when it evolved from Froakie in ''[[XY052|A Stealthy Challenge!]]'', with [[Ash's Pikachu]] and [[Sanpei]]'s Greninja already hurt by the enemy and were laying down in defeat.
** The episode in which Frogadier evolved into Greninja aired in Japan almost exactly a year after the episode in which it evolved from Froakie to Frogadier (364 days later, one day shy of being a full year).
* Greninja is Ash's only Pokémon that has an [[List of Pokémon with form differences|alternate form]].
* Greninja is Ash's first starter Pokémon that he released.

==In other languages==
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|ja=サトシゲッコウガ ''Satoshi Gekkouga''
|zh_yue=小智版甲賀忍蛙 ''{{tt|Síuji-báan Gaaphohyánwā|Ash-Version Greninja}}''
|zh_cmn=小智版甲賀忍蛙 / 小智版甲贺忍蛙 ''{{tt|Xiǎozhì-bǎn Jiǎhèrěnwā|Ash-Version Greninja}}''
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|da=Ash-Greninja
|nl=Ash-Greninja
|fi=Ash-Greninja
|fr=Sachanobi
|de=Ash-Quajutsu
|hu=Ash-Greninja
|it=Greninja-Ash
|ko=지우개굴닌자 ''Jiu Gaegulninja''
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|pl=Ashogreninja
|pt=Ash-Greninja
|ru=Эш-Грениндзя ''Esh Grenindzya''
|es=Greninja Ash
|sv=Ash-Greninja
|th=ซาโตชิเก็คโคกะ ''Satoshi Gekkouga''
}}

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Pokémon controversies

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There have been numerous '''controversies''' regarding the [[Pokémon]] franchise in its various forms and media.

==In the TCG==
===Perceived Nazi imagery===
[[File:Koga Ninja Trick Manji.png|thumb|left|175px|Original Japanese print]]
[[File:KogaNinjaTrickGymChallenge115.jpg|thumb|right|175px|International print]]
Members of the Jewish community accused [[Nintendo]] of using an offensive image in the Japanese version of {{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Koga's Ninja Trick|115}}. The image in question, features an omote manji, a left-facing version of the {{wp|swastika}}.

The Western world generally associates the swastika with the {{wp|fascism|fascist}} and {{wp|racism|racist}} policies of {{wp|Nazi Germany}} during the course of {{wp|World War II}}, as well as hate, prejudice and {{wp|white supremacy}} in general. However, the swastika has its roots as a symbol of peace and good luck by many cultures. The earliest form of the swastika discovered was one used in Ancient India. It also was found in cultures that had no connection with India, such as Native American and First Nation cultures. It was because of its long and ancient history that {{wp|Adolf Hitler}} adopted it as the Nazi Party symbol, as he felt it to be—among other things—a connection to Aryan ancestors who lived in Ancient India.

Since World War II, however, its use has diminished, but it is still commonly used by other cultures who either didn't have any contact with the Nazis or who still identify the swastika more as a symbol of peace than as a symbol of hate. In India and its neighboring countries, the swastika represents love and mercy, as well as wealth and good fortune. In Asian countries, such as China, Japan and (South) Korea, the swastika can be found on maps to represent Buddhist temples. In all of these nations, the swastika can also be found on all kinds of media, businesses, buildings, and clothing like any other symbol. However, it is because of its liberal use that the swastika can create international miscommunications, such as its use on the Japanese version of Koga's Ninja Trick.
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==In the anime==
===Perceived Nazi imagery===
In ''[[AG013|All Things Bright and Beautifly!]]'', a Team Rocket fantasy, involving [[Jessie]], [[James]], {{MTR}}, and many {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}s raising their hands in a manner somewhat similar to the {{wp|Nazi salute|Hitler salute}}, was edited out in the English dub of the anime, with the grunts no longer raising their hands. Despite this, {{MTR}}'s arm remains unedited in the dub.

<gallery>
File:AG013 original shot.png|Original Japanese version
File:AG013 dub shot.png|Dubbed English version
</gallery>

===Pokémon Shock===
[[EP038|An episode]] of the [[Pokémon anime]] broadcast in December 1997 on Japanese television induced {{wp|Photosensitive epilepsy|photosensitive}} {{wp|epileptic seizure}}s in a substantial number of Japanese viewers, many of which required medical assistance. As a result, {{DL|Banned episodes|Banned episodes internationally|the episode was not broadcast overseas and never shown in Japan again}}, and the incident caused the anime to go into a temporary hiatus. Every Pokémon episode that aired up until this episode, including [[Aim to Be a Pokémon Master|the opening]], was edited by lighting certain scenes, removing or changing fast-flashing scenes and more. The original version of the episodes have never been shown again, except by mistake on [[Hulu|Hulu Japan]].

===Violence===
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Although [[4Kids Entertainment|4Kids]] and [[TAJ Productions|TAJ]] allow for some cartoon violence in the anime, the following episodes contain scenes that were deemed to be "too violent", and thus were cut from the English broadcast:
*''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]'': {{an|Misty}} slapping {{Ash}} after he tells her that he's okay, presumably because of his apparent lack of care for {{AP|Pikachu}}.
*''[[EP009|The School of Hard Knocks]]'': Misty smashing {{an|Brock}} with a log because he says, "to be continued..." rather than beginning the episode.
*[[EP035]]: Safari Zone Warden, Kaiser, repeatedly threatening Ash and the group with a revolver, leading to the entire episode being [[banned episodes|banned]].
*''[[AG024|A Corphish Out of Water]]'': A {{p|Carvanha}} hitting Ash in the back of the head.
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==In the games==
===Perceived Nazi imagery===
[[File:Spr 4d 379.png|thumb|left|International DP Registeel]]
[[File:Spr 4p 379.png|thumb|right|European DP/Worldwide PtHGSS Registeel]]
In European releases of {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}, the sprite art for {{p|Registeel}} is altered slightly. In the Japanese, Korean, and English releases, Registeel's arm is extended. In non-English European versions an altered sprite is used, depicting it with both of its arms down, presumably due to the original pose's resemblance to the {{wp|Roman salute}}, infamously {{wp|Nazi salute|used}} by (and therefore commonly associated with) the German {{wp|Nazism|Nazi Party}}. In all versions of {{game|Platinum}} and {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, the revised sprite is used.
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===Gambling===
[[File:HGSS Goldenrod Game Corner.png|thumb|right|The Goldenrod Game Corner in Western HeartGold and SoulSilver]]
Over the years, there has been a growing distaste towards gambling and the exposure of it to minors. Due to the unpredictable "risk-it-all" nature of the activity and the high impressionability of youths (whose brains are still in development and are more likely to be permanently influenced by certain stimuli), more and more people have voiced their opposition towards allowing minors to partake in gambling and/or gambling-esque activities, with gambling in video games falling under particular scrutiny. As a result, the Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) organization implemented stricter guidelines that limited gambling to adult-oriented video games and rated all games featuring gambling 18+. While such restrictions are absent in other territories, many nations (the United States in particular) perceive gambling in video games as socially unacceptable, leading to the ''Pokémon'' games slowly phasing the concept out from [[Generation III]] onwards.

English releases of {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}} renamed the {{tc|PI|Gambler}} Trainer class to '''Gamer''' and removed gambling references from their dialogue. The English versions of the [[Generation IV]] games renamed Gamblers once more but to '''{{wp|Private investigator|PI}}''' instead; however, the references to gambling were kept.

In South Korea, the releases of {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}} replaced the [[slot machine]]s in the [[Veilstone Game Corner]] with non-playable [[Slot machine#Korean Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum / European Platinum|game machines]]. These changes were later copied to the releases of Pokémon Platinum in Europe as a result of changes in the classification standards at {{wp|Pan European Game Information|PEGI}}.<ref>[http://www.gamesradar.com/european-pokemon-platinums-missing-game-corner-explained/ European Pokemon Platinum's missing Game Corner explained | GamesRadar] ([https://archive.today/mRcAt archived copy])</ref> This change has been greatly criticized by European players, who felt that it completely defeated the purpose and concept of the Game Corner.

All non-Japanese releases of {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}} replace the slot machines of the two Game Corners in [[Goldenrod City]] and [[Celadon City]] with a new game called [[Voltorb Flip]]. In this minigame, [[coin]]s are not wagered against a win or a loss but instead given out for completing a level. While many find the game to be entertaining, the change removed the ability to buy coins, making Voltorb Flip the only way to obtain them.

All [[core series]] games since {{game|Black and White|s}} remove the Game Corner entirely, remakes included. This is referenced in {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, where the [[Mauville Game Corner]] has been closed down; the owner will instead provide the player with three dolls. In the [[Virtual Console]] re-releases of the [[Generation I]] games, however, the Game Corner was completely untouched, although the games were rated 12 by PEGI.
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==In multiple media==
===Racism===
====Jynx====
[[File:124Jynx OS anime.png|thumb|left|x200px|The original design of Jynx]]
[[File:124Jynx.png|thumb|200px|Jynx's current design]]
Following the American airing of ''[[Holiday Hi-Jynx]]'' in 1999, {{wp|Carole Boston Weatherford}}, an African-American cultural critic, claimed that {{p|Jynx}} was a negative racial stereotype of African-Americans, due to the Pokémon's black skin, oversized facial features, and resemblance to drag performers, who were typical in minstrel shows. She chiefly compared Jynx to the racist characters in ''{{wp|The Story of Little Black Sambo}}'', and further compared Jynx to {{wp|Mr. Popo}} of the {{wp|Dragon Ball}} franchise, a character who is also potentially offensive in his design.

Weatherford's complaint caused many repercussions in the Pokémon franchise. The sprites of Jynx in the Western releases of {{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}} were edited, and all episodes featuring Jynx's original design were cut from international airings of the anime, including a sequence depicting Jynx in its original design in ''[[AG013|All Things Bright and Beautifly!]]''.

Jynx's design was officially revised by [[Game Freak]] to be purple rather than black, starting with the international releases of {{g|Gold and Silver}} and being included in all version of the games from [[Generation III]]-onwards. This change was reflected in later [[core series]] games, including in Japan and South Korea, beginning with {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}, and in the {{pkmn|anime}} starting in ''[[AG115|Mean With Envy]]''. Jynx has also been recolored in [[VIZ Media]]'s reissues of [[Pokémon Adventures]]. Although the manga is colored in black-and-white, Jynx appearing in the manga are recolored as a dark gray rather than a straight black, suggesting that they are purple instead of black. It is also recolored to purple on the back cover of the reissue of {{PAV|4}}. Jynx's skin was also recolored to purple when ''Holiday Hi-Jynx'' finally saw a re-airing in Japan in 2012; nevertheless, the episode is still banned in the US due to the implications of African American-esque characters being subservient to a powerful Caucasian figure. The [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga published between 2005 and 2006 in English by [[Chuang Yi]] didn't change her color, and thus her original black design appears.

In recent years, some fans of Pokémon have noted that Jynx may be inspired by {{wp|ganguro}}, a Japanese fashion where women tan heavily, bleach their hair, and apply large amounts of makeup, instead of a black stereotype. This theory is mainly based on Jynx's long, straight, blonde hair, a common attribute of ganguro fashion. Another theory is that Jynx is based on a Nordic princess as per the legends saying things like due to the blistering cold, a princess's skin turned black.{{fact}} They argue that Jynx's hair looks more like royalty than an African stereotype. They also say that being based on a {{wp|Viking}} could be the reason why they are {{t|Ice}} type. This is further expressed by Jynx sharing traits with the iconic opera singing "{{wp|It ain't over 'til the fat lady sings|Fat Lady}}," who is portrayed in pop culture dressed as the {{wp|valkyrie}} {{wp|Brünnhilde}}.

====Lenora====
[[File:BW014 comparison.png|thumb|200px|The change in the anime]]
The [[Gym Leader]] of [[Nacrene City]] in {{game|Black and White|s}}, [[Lenora]], also brought up concerns of racism. While no complaints were filed, actions were taken to alter her clothing. Lenora's original artwork, as well as her in-game sprites, depict her wearing a large apron. Concerns arose that people outside of Japan would allude Lenora to the {{wp|Mammy archetype}}. Similar to Lenora, the mammy is a dark skin-toned woman who wears a handkerchief on her head and an apron. Because of the similarity, Lenora's artwork was changed, from her wearing the apron to her having it slung over her shoulder like a cape. Despite this, Lenora's in-game sprites were not altered in the international releases of Pokémon Black and White or {{game|Black and White|s 2|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2}}.

In the original version of ''[[BW014|A Night in the Nacrene City Museum!]]'', Lenora was depicted wearing her apron. When the English dub aired, her apron was removed completely.

In [[Pokémon Adventures]], Lenora is depicted with the apron over her shoulder in the first panel she appears in and she is not shown with it after that. In {{OBP|Pocket Monsters BW|Kosaku Anakubo}}, she is not depicted with an apron at all.

===Animal cruelty===
In the past, several animal rights groups have tried to ban Pokémon, claiming that Pokémon battles closely resemble {{wp|cockfight}}s. This aspect of the controversy was actually touched upon in {{game|Black and White|s}}.

Upon the release of {{game|Black and White|s 2|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2}}, {{wp|People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals|PETA}} released a mock game named ''Pokémon Black and Blue''. In the game, the player controls the Pokémon to attack the opposing human. PETA claims that the way the Pokémon are "stuffed" into the [[Poké Ball]] is similar to how circus elephants are chained inside railroad carts. Nintendo responded to this by simply stating, "Nintendo and The Pokémon Company take the inappropriate use of our products and intellectual property seriously."<ref>[http://o.canada.com/technology/gaming/nintendo-responds-to-petas-pokemon-attack Nintendo responds to PETA’s Pokemon attack | canada.com]</ref> Around the release of [[Pokémon X and Y]], PETA released another mock game called ''Pokémon Red, White, and Blue'' that features Nintendo's claimed association with {{wp|McDonald's}} and also makes fun of the frequent release of sister games.

===Materialism and gender inequality===
The francise has been accused of promoting {{wp|Economic materialism|materialism}}, {{wp|consumerism}}, and {{wp|gender inequality}}.<ref>[http://www.popmatters.com/review/pokemon-the-movie-2000/ Pokemon The Movie 2000 (2000) | PopMatters] ([https://archive.is/h4Mpw archived copy])</ref>
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==Religion==
===Christianity===
====Satanism====
Some {{wp|Christian fundamentalism|fundamentalist Christian}} groups have accused Pokémon as being linked to {{wp|Satanism}}. The following is a summarized and possibly incomplete list of their reasons for this accusation:
*Pokémon are like demons. They are captured and must be called upon to perform tasks.<ref>http://www.withoneaccord.org/assets/images/freedownloads/StraightTalkonPokemon.pdf</ref><ref>https://gizmodo.com/isis-will-use-pokemon-go-to-murder-innocent-christians-1783680507</ref>
*Magical talismans (supposedly a reference to [[Badge|Gym Badges]]) are needed to control them.<ref>http://www.studytoanswer.net/contemporary/pokemon.html</ref>
*Pokémon [[evolution]] has often been criticized due to sharing the name with the {{wp|Evolution|scientific theory of evolution}} which fundamentalist creationists usually reject, although the phenomenon in Pokémon is closer to {{wp|metamorphisis}}.<ref>https://books.google.nl/books?id=o7bsCwAAQBAJ&pg=PT38&lpg=PT38&dq=Pok%C3%A9mon+%5B%5Bevolution+creationists&source=bl&ots=hJrcYcR0Zd&sig=ViFKp6RCWdhsanJaNN3GBVSNrKA&hl=en&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwju7aCbhJ3SAhXEuRoKHdgbCDYQ6AEIOTAH#v=onepage&q=Pok%C3%A9mon%20%5B%5Bevolution%20creationists&f=false</ref>
**Certain Pokémon evolutions require [[evolutionary stone]]s, which are often seen as magical.<ref>http://www.withoneaccord.org/assets/images/freedownloads/StraightTalkonPokemon.pdf</ref>
*Many Pokémon have extraordinary paranormal powers, notably {{type|Psychic}}s and {{type|Ghost}}s.<ref>http://www.christiananswers.net/spotlight/games/2000/pokemon.html</ref><ref>https://www.probe.org/pokemon/</ref><ref>http://www1.cbn.com/onlinediscipleship/pok%26eacute%3Bmon%2C-harry-potter%2C-and-the-magic-of-story</ref>
*Many Pokémon inherently involve East Asian spiritualism or mysticism, due to the franchise originating in Japan. Some Christian groups denounce these as pagan rituals.<ref>http://wildhunt.org/2016/07/pokemon-and-the-great-occult-scare.html</ref><ref>http://sureword.faithweb.com/pokemon.html</ref>
*Some claim that if one were to {{wp|backmasking|play backwards}} the [[Kanto Pokérap]], "[[Gotta Catch 'em All!]]" can be heard as "I love you, Satan".<ref>https://kotaku.com/the-time-they-thought-pokemon-was-satanic-1670792676</ref>[''inadequate source'']
*Pokémon causes homosexuality, the close relationship between the characters Ash and Brock was "a sign of the cartoon’s gay agenda".<ref>http://www.patheos.com/blogs/progressivesecularhumanist/2015/04/televangelist-creflo-dollar-claims-pokemon-causes-homosexuality/</ref><ref>http://www.gaynz.com/articles/publish/2/article_16696.php</ref>

In response to these claims, the {{wp|Vatican City}}-based {{wp|TV2000|Sat 2000}} broadcast public approval of Pokémon in April 2000, stating that the games did not have "any harmful moral side effects" and was based on "ties of intense friendship".<ref>[http://nypost.com/2000/04/21/pokemon-earns-papal-blessing/ POKEMON EARNS PAPAL BLESSING | New York Post] ([https://archive.today/5AVJL archived copy])</ref>

===Islam===
====Claims of Zionist Jewish plot in the Arab and Islamic world====
Some outspoken, fundamentalist Muslims claimed that Pokémon is a Jewish conspiracy intended to get Muslim children to renounce their faith.<ref>http://www.cairoscene.com/LifeStyle/10-Egyptian-Conspiracy-Theories</ref><ref>http://articles.latimes.com/2001/apr/24/news/mn-54861</ref><ref>http://archive.adl.org/presrele/islme_62/3791_62.html</ref><ref>http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/saddam-hussein-tried-ban-pokemon-7732176</ref> These same groups claimed that the word "Pokémon" means "I am Jewish", with the claimers and their followers generally unaware of the franchise's Japanese origin. The "Evolution vs. Creationism" conflict was also commonly brought up.<ref>http://www.express.co.uk/news/world/691674/Saudi-Arabia-fatwa-Pokemon-GO-un-islamic-blasphemous-theory-of-natural-evolution</ref><ref>https://www.memri.org/tv/dubai-family-consultant-dr-khalifa-al-makhrazi-pok%C3%A9mon-go-prohibited-spreads-darwinism</ref><ref>http://www.alifta.net/Search/ResultDetails.aspx?languagename=en&lang=en&view=result&fatwaNum=&FatwaNumID=&ID=10338&searchScope=7&SearchScopeLevels1=&SearchScopeLevels2=&highLight=1&SearchType=exact&SearchMoesar=false&bookID=&LeftVal=0&RightVal=0&simple=&SearchCriteria=allwords&PagePath=&siteSection=1&searchkeyword=112111107101109111110#firstKeyWordFound</ref>

In 2001, the {{wp|Grand Mufti}} of {{wp|Saudi Arabia}}, who is the highest religious authority in the kingdom, issued a {{wp|fatwā}} banning the Pokémon franchise. It claimed that the franchise promoted {{wp|Zionism}} by displaying a six-pointed star that resembles the {{wp|Star of David}} as well as other religious symbols such as crosses they associated with {{wp|Christianity}} and triangles they associated with {{wp|Freemasonry}} in the TCG and encouraged gambling in the games due to the inclusion of gambling elements, which is in violation of {{wp|Islam|Muslim}} doctrine.<ref>[http://www.theescapist.com/pokemon13.htm The Escapist - Archive - Saudi Bans Pokemon] ([https://archive.is/wPWh6 archived copy])</ref><ref>[http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/1243307.stm BBC News | MIDDLE EAST | Saudi Arabia bans Pokemon] ([https://archive.is/9Hni1 archived copy])</ref>

High Muslim authorities in {{wp|Qatar}} and {{wp|Egypt}} then joined the ban. As this happened during the {{wp|second Intifada}}, a {{wp|Jordan}}ian newspaper printed a caricature of Israeli Prime Minister {{wp|Ariel Sharon}} sitting in a tank and laughing at an Arab man chasing a Pokémon. This is meant to convey that Arabs are distracted from their conflict with the Israelis by popular franchises, with Pokémon as an example of such "distractions."<ref>[http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/1258633.stm BBC News | Middle East | Qatari religious leader bans Pokemon]</ref><ref>Peterson, Mark Allen. 'Anthropology & Mass Communication: Media and Myth in the New Millennium'. 2003. Print.</ref>

Despite the initial banning, which quickly wiped away [[Pokémon merchandise]], especially the card game, from markets in Saudi Arabia, Pokémon video games quickly returned to be sold normally, but under much less demand from local consumers. Some Pokémon merchandise, such as the {{OBP|Expedition Base Set|TCG}} reappeared in certain stores a few years later, but newer sets were never brought. Games from [[Generation III]] on seem completely unaffected by the ban.

===Jewish===
As noted above, Members of the Jewish civil rights group {{wp|Anti-Defamation League}} accused [[Nintendo]] in 1999 of using a manji, the Japanese name of the {{wp|swastika}} as a {{wp|Buddhism|Buddhist}} symbol, in the Japanese print of {{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Koga's Ninja Trick|115}} because it is considered offensive to the Jewish people. Nintendo ceased manufacturing the card, a decision that was positively received by the group, which also understood that the symbol was not intended to offend and acknowledged the sensitivity that Nintendo had shown by removing the product.<ref>[http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1P2-4525479.html `Swastika' Pokemon card dropped - Chicago Sun-Times | HighBeam Research] ([https://archive.is/cROTU archived copy])</ref>

==Lawsuits==
Various lawsuits have been filed against [[Nintendo]] and [[Game Freak]] regarding [[Pokémon]] or Pokémon characters.

===Uri Geller===
[[File:064Kadabra RG.png|thumb|right|Kadabra's official core game artwork at the time]]
In 1999, {{wp|Uri Geller}}, a man who claims he is a {{wp|psychic}} and that he is able to bend spoons with psychic powers, tried to sue Nintendo for [https://duckduckgo.com/?q=60000000+GBP+in+USD £60 million] ([http://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?i=60000000+GBP+in+USD+on+November+2%2C+2000 $86.93 million at the time]), claiming that {{p|Kadabra}}, known as ''Yungerer'' in Japan, was an unauthorized parody of himself.<ref>[http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/1003454.stm BBC News | ENTERTAINMENT | Geller sues Nintendo over Pokémon] ([https://archive.today/AhjVR archived copy])</ref><ref>[https://www.theguardian.com/uk/1999/dec/29/2 Nintendo faces £60m writ from Uri Geller | UK News | The Guardian]</ref> Besides Kadabra's use of [[Type-enhancing item#TwistedSpoon|bent spoons]] to enhance its {{t|psychic}} powers, the {{wp|katakana}} for its name (ユンゲラー) is visually similar to the transliteration of his own name into Japanese (ユリゲラー). Another claim was that Kadabra's design is {{wp|Antisemitism|antisemitic}} in nature due to the star on its forehead and the lightning bolts resembling the logo of the {{wp|Waffen-SS}}. He is quoted as saying "Nintendo turned me into an evil, occult Pokémon character. Nintendo stole my identity by using my name and my signature image." The symbols themselves are taken from those used on {{wp|Zener cards}}, which have been used to conduct research into psychic abilities.

As a result, there has not been a Kadabra card in the {{pkmn|Trading Card Game}} since {{TCG|Skyridge}} in 2003 and Kadabra has not appeared in the Pokémon anime since ''[[AG146|Fear Factor Phony]]'', perhaps as a precaution against Geller's history of lawsuits. This is further hinted at by [[Masamitsu Hidaka]]'s interview with PokéBeach in July 2008,<ref>[http://pokebeach.com/2008/07/second-pokemon-interview-with-masamitsu-hidaka-many-interesting-points Second Interview with Masamitsu Hidaka – Many Interesting Points! (July 4th, 2008) « Website News « PokéBeach] ([https://archive.today/ApNJu archived copy])</ref> where he claims that usage of Kadabra on a card is not allowed until an agreement was reached and that the case would not be settled anytime soon.

{{p|Abra}} and {{p|Alakazam}} cards have continued to be printed, despite the fact that this makes it impossible to play Alakazam cards in matches that prevent the use of older cards without a card that specifically allows evolved Pokémon to be played. However, the only {{TCG ID|Mysterious Treasures|Abra|69}} card released after {{tcg|Skyridge}}, in {{tcg|Mysterious Treasures}}, has an attack that allows it to evolve directly into Alakazam, skipping the Kadabra stage.

===Burger King===
In 1999, as a promotion for ''[[M01|Mewtwo Strikes Back]]'', {{wp|Burger King}} released a [[1999 Burger King promotional Pokémon toys|series of promotional toys]] in handheld [[Poké Ball]]s with their Kids' Meals. After their daughter suffocated because she had covered her mouth and nose with half of the Poké Ball, two parents set up a website named "Pokémon Kills".<ref>[http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/581493.stm BBC News | AMERICAS | Burger King in Pokemon recall] ([https://archive.today/pffGd archived copy])</ref> In response to this, Burger King recalled the Poké Balls and exchanged them for food for a limited amount of time.

===Other lawsuits===
A parents' group attempted to sue manufacturers of collectible cards, including Nintendo and Wizards of the Coast, claiming that the cards' collectible nature and the random distribution of the cards in packs constitutes illegal gambling.<ref>[http://www.theguardian.com/uk/1999/dec/29/2 Nintendo faces £60m writ from Uri Geller | UK news | The Guardian] ([https://archive.today/XkBzu archived copy])</ref>

==References==
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[[Category:Pokémon meta]]

[[it:Controversie sui Pokémon]]
[[ja:ポケモンに対する批判と対応措置]]

Game mascot

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The '''mascot''' of a {{pkmn|games|Pokémon game}} is the {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} that appears on the boxart—and often label—of that game.

Early on, the mascot of a game was not necessarily relevant plot-wise, and did not have to be even met to complete the game. [[Generation III]] (with the exception of the [[Generation I]] [[remake]]s) began the trend of the game mascot being mandatory to encounter in order to progress the plot, and more recent games even force the player to catch the mascot to continue. Game mascot Pokémon are often given increased [[catch rate]]s and the ability to respawn if they are defeated in order to account for this. All game mascots after [[Generation I]] have been [[Legendary Pokémon]], barring Generation I's remakes.

In general, only [[core series]] games have mascots, as most [[Spin-off Pokémon games|side series and spin-off games]] display multiple Pokémon on their box covers and so none of them qualify as mascots. The only current exception to this is the side series game [[Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness]].

==[[Core series]]==
===[[Generation I]]===
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{kanto color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{kanto color}}" width=600px
|-
! style="background:#{{kanto color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" |  
! style="background:#{{kanto color light}}" colspan="2" | {{color|{{kanto color dark}}|First and second game}}
! style="background:#{{kanto color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" colspan="2" | {{color|{{kanto color dark}}|Third and/or fourth game}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
! width="2%" rowspan="2" style="background:#{{kanto color light}}" | {{color|{{kanto color dark}}|JP}}
| width="24%" style="background:#{{red color light}}" | {{color2|{{red color dark}}|Pokémon Red and Green Versions|Red}} [[File:006Charizard RG.png|144x144px]] {{pcolor|Charizard|{{red color dark}}}}
| width="24%" style="background:#{{green color light}}" | {{color2|{{green color dark}}|Pokémon Red and Green Versions|Green}} [[File:003Venusaur RG.png|144x144px]] {{pcolor|Venusaur|{{green color dark}}}}
| width="24%" style="background:#{{blue color light}}" | {{color2|{{blue color dark}}|Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|Blue}} [[File:009Blastoise Blue.png|144x144px]] {{pcolor|Blastoise|{{blue color dark}}}}
| width="24%" style="background:#{{yellow color light}}" | {{color2|{{yellow color dark}}|Pokémon Yellow Version|Pikachu}} [[File:025Pikachu Y.png|144x144px]] {{pcolor|Pikachu|{{yellow color dark}}}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| colspan="3" | Final form of a [[starter Pokémon]]
| Only [[starter Pokémon]]
|-
! rowspan="2" style="background:#{{kanto color light}}; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{color|{{kanto color dark}}|INT}}
| style="background:#{{red color light}}" | {{color2|{{red color dark}}|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Red}} [[File:006Charizard RB.png|144x144px]] {{pcolor|Charizard|{{red color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{blue color light}}" | {{color2|{{blue color dark}}|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Blue}} [[File:009Blastoise RB.png|144x144px]] {{pcolor|Blastoise|{{blue color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{yellow color light}}" colspan="2" | {{color2|{{yellow color dark}}|Pokémon Yellow Version|Yellow}} [[File:025Pikachu Y 2.png|144x144px]] {{pcolor|Pikachu|{{yellow color dark}}}}
|-
| style="background:#fff" colspan="2" | Final form of a [[starter Pokémon]]
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" colspan="2" | Only [[starter Pokémon]]
|}
{{-}}

===[[Generation II]]===
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{johto color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{johto color}}" width=450px
|-
! style="background:#{{johto color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" colspan="2" | {{color|{{johto color dark}}|First and second game}}
! style="background:#{{johto color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | {{color|{{johto color dark}}|Third game}}
|-
| width="33%" style="background:#{{gold color light}}" | {{color2|{{gold color dark}}|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|Gold}} [[File:250Ho-Oh GS 2.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Ho-Oh|{{gold color dark}}}}
| width="33%" style="background:#{{silver color light}}" | {{color2|{{silver color dark}}|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|Silver}} [[File:249Lugia GS 2.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Lugia|{{silver color dark}}}}
| width="33%" style="background:#{{crystal color light}}" | {{color2|{{crystal color dark}}|Pokémon Crystal Version|Crystal}} [[File:245Suicune C 2.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Suicune|{{crystal color dark}}}}
|-
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" colspan="2" | [[Tower duo]]
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | Part of the [[Legendary beasts]]
|}
{{-}}

===[[Generation III]]===
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{hoenn color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{hoenn color}}" width=450px
|-
! style="background:#{{hoenn color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" colspan="4" | {{color|{{hoenn color dark}}|First and second game}}
! style="background:#{{hoenn color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" colspan="2" | {{color|{{hoenn color dark}}|Third game}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| width="30%" style="background:#{{ruby color light}}" colspan="2" | {{color2|{{ruby color dark}}|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Ruby}} [[File:383Groudon.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Groudon|{{ruby color dark}}}}
| width="30%" style="background:#{{sapphire color light}}" colspan="2" | {{color2|{{sapphire color dark}}|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Sapphire}} [[File:382Kyogre.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Kyogre|{{sapphire color dark}}}}
| width="33%" style="background:#{{emerald color light}}" colspan="2" | {{color2|{{emerald color dark}}|Pokémon Emerald Version|Emerald}} [[File:384Rayquaza E.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Rayquaza|{{emerald color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="6" style="background:#fff; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | [[Weather trio]]
|-
! colspan="6" style="background:#{{kanto color light}}; {{roundytop|5px}}" | {{color|{{kanto color dark}}|Remakes}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="background:#{{firered color light}}" colspan="3" | {{color2|{{firered color dark}}|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed}} [[File:Boxart_Charizard.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Charizard|{{firered color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{leafgreen color light}}" colspan="3" | {{color2|{{leafgreen color dark}}|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|LeafGreen}} [[File:Boxart_Venusaur.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Venusaur|{{leafgreen color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="6" style="background:#fff; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | Final form of a [[starter Pokémon]]
|-
|}
{{-}}

===[[Generation IV]]===
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{sinnoh color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{sinnoh color}}" width=450px
|-
! style="background:#{{sinnoh color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" colspan="4" | {{color|{{sinnoh color dark}}|First and second game}}
! style="background:#{{sinnoh color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" colspan="2" | {{color|{{sinnoh color dark}}|Third game}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| width="30%" style="background:#{{diamond color light}}" colspan="2" | {{color2|{{diamond color dark}}|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|Diamond}} [[File:483Dialga.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Dialga|{{diamond color dark}}}}
| width="30%" style="background:#{{pearl color light}}" colspan="2" | {{color2|{{pearl color dark}}|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|Pearl}} [[File:484Palkia.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Palkia|{{pearl color dark}}}}
| width="33%" style="background:#{{platinum color light}}" colspan="2" | {{color2|{{platinum color dark}}|Pokémon Platinum Version|Platinum}} [[File:Platinum_Giratina.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Giratina|{{platinum color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="6" style="background:#fff; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | [[Creation trio]]
|-
! colspan="6" style="background:#{{johto color light}}; {{roundytop|5px}}" | {{color|{{johto color dark}}|Remakes}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="background:#{{heartgold color light}}" colspan="3" | {{color2|{{heartgold color dark}}|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold}} [[File:250Ho-Oh HGSS 2.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Ho-Oh|{{heartgold color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{soulsilver color light}}" colspan="3" | {{color2|{{soulsilver color dark}}|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|SoulSilver}} [[File:249Lugia HGSS 2.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Lugia|{{soulsilver color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="6" style="background:#fff; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | [[Tower duo]]
|-
|}
{{-}}

===[[Generation V]]===
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{unova color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{unova color}}" width=300px
|-
! style="background:#{{unova color light}}; {{roundytop|5px}}" colspan="2" | {{color|{{unova color dark}}|First and second game}}
|- style="background:#{{unova color dark}}"
| style="background:#{{black color light}}" | {{color2|{{black color dark}}|Pokémon Black and White Versions|Black}} [[File:643Reshiram.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Reshiram|{{black color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{white color light}}" | {{color2|{{white color dark}}|Pokémon Black and White Versions|White}} [[File:644Zekrom.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Zekrom|{{white color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | Members of the [[Tao trio]]
|-
! style="background:#{{unova color light}}; {{roundytop|5px}}" colspan="2" | {{color|{{unova color dark}}|Sequels}}
|- style="background:#{{unova color dark}}"
| style="background:#{{black 2 color light}}" | {{color2|{{black 2 color dark}}|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2}} [[File:646Kyurem-Black3.png|144px]] {{color2|{{black 2 color dark}}|List of Pokémon with form differences#Kyurem|Black}} {{pcolor|Kyurem|{{black 2 color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{white 2 color light}}" | {{color2|{{white 2 color dark}}|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|White 2}} [[File:646Kyurem-White3.png|144px]] {{color2|{{white 2 color dark}}|List of Pokémon with form differences#Kyurem|White}} {{pcolor|Kyurem|{{white 2 color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | [[List of Pokémon with form differences|Formes]] of {{p|Kyurem}}, the third member of the [[Tao trio]]
|}
{{-}}

===[[Generation VI]]===
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{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{kalos color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{kalos color}}" width=300px
|-
!! style="background:#{{kalos color light}}; {{roundytop|5px}}" colspan="2" | {{color|{{kalos color dark}}|First and second game}}
|- style="background:#{{Y color dark}}"
| style="background:#{{X color light}}" | {{color2|{{X color dark}}|Pokémon X and Y|X}} [[File:716Xerneas.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Xerneas|{{X color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{Y color light}}" | {{color2|{{Y color dark}}|Pokémon X and Y|Y}} [[File:717Yveltal.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Yveltal|{{Y color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | Two members of the [[aura trio]]
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#{{hoenn color light}}; {{roundytop|5px}}" | {{color|{{hoenn color dark}}|Remakes}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="background:#{{omega ruby color light}}" | {{color2|{{omega ruby color dark}}|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby}} [[File:383Groudon-Primal.png|144px]] {{color2|{{omega ruby color dark}}|Primal Reversion|Primal}} {{pcolor|Groudon|{{omega ruby color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{alpha sapphire color light}}" | {{color2|{{alpha sapphire color dark}}|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Alpha Sapphire}} [[File:382Kyogre-Primal.png|144px]] {{color2|{{alpha sapphire color dark}}|Primal Reversion|Primal}} {{pcolor|Kyogre|{{alpha sapphire color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | Rival members of the [[weather trio]]
|-
|}
{{-}}

===[[Generation VII]]===
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background:#{{alola color dark}}; border:5px solid #{{alola color}}" width=300px
|-
!! style="background:#{{alola color light}}; {{roundytop|5px}}" colspan="2" | {{color|{{alola color dark}}|First and second game}}
|- style="background:#{{moon color dark}}"
| style="background:#{{sun color light}}" | {{color2|{{sun color dark}}|Pokémon Sun and Moon|Sun}} [[File:Solgaleo.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Solgaleo|{{sun color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{moon color light}}" | {{color2|{{moon color dark}}|Pokémon Sun and Moon|Moon}} [[File:Lunala.png|144px]] {{pcolor|Lunala|{{moon color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | [[Cosmic duo]]
|-
! colspan="2" style="background:#{{alola color light}}; {{roundytop|5px}}" | {{color|{{alola color dark}}|Third and fourth game}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| style="background:#{{ultra sun color light}}" | {{color2|{{ultra sun color dark}}|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun}} [[File:Solgaleo-Ultra.png|144px]] {{color|{{ultra sun color dark}}|Pokémon resembling}} {{pcolor|Solgaleo|{{ultra sun color dark}}}}
| style="background:#{{ultra moon color light}}" | {{color2|{{ultra moon color dark}}|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Moon}} [[File:Lunala-Ultra.png|144px]] {{color|{{ultra moon color dark}}|Pokémon resembling}} {{pcolor|Lunala|{{ultra moon color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="2" style="background:#fff; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | New Pokémon resembling the [[cosmic duo]]
|-
|}

==Side series==
===={{color2|{{XD color}}|Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness}}====
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{XD color dark}}; border: 5px solid #{{XD color}}" width=300px
|-
| style="background:#{{XD color light}}; {{roundytop|5px}} padding-top:6px" | [[File:249Lugia-Shadow XD.png|192px]] {{color2|{{XD color dark}}|Shadow Lugia}}
|-
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | Main [[Shadow Pokémon]] opponent
|}
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==See also==
* [[Special Pokémon]]

{{Project Games notice}}

[[Category:Fanon terminology]]
[[Category:Game mascots|*]]

[[de:Cover-Pokémon]]
[[it:Mascotte dei giochi Pokémon]]
[[zh:封面寶可夢]]

List of Pokémon badges in Nintendo Badge Arcade

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Nutter Butter:

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{{Infobox game
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|bordercolorscheme=platinum
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|jname=バッジとれ〜るセンター
|boxart=Nintendo Badge Arcade logo.png
|caption=Logo of Nintendo Badge Arcade
|jbox=Nintendo Badge Arcade JP logo.png
|jcaption=Japanese logo of Nintendo Badge Arcade
|platform=[[Nintendo 3DS]]
|category=Virtual crane machine
|players=1
|link_method=[[Nintendo Network]] {{wp|Swapdoodle}}
|gen_series=[[Generation VI]]-{{gen|VII}} miscellaneous
|release_date_ja=December 17, 2014
|release_date_na=November 10, 2015
|release_date_au=November 13, 2015
|release_date_eu=November 13, 2015
|developer=[[Nintendo]]
|publisher=Nintendo
|cero=A
|esrb=E
|pegi=3
|acb=G
|website_ja=[http://www.nintendo.co.jp/3ds/eshop/jwvj/index.html Official site]
|website_en=[http://badgearcade.nintendo.com Official site]
}}
{{NintendoWiki|Nintendo Badge Arcade}}
'''Nintendo Badge Arcade''' (Japanese: '''バッジとれ〜るセンター''' ''Collectible Badge Center'') is a {{wp|freemium}} application for the [[Nintendo 3DS]] released in Japan on December 17, 2014, in North America on November 10, 2015, and in Europe and Australia on November 13, 2015. It features various {{wp|claw crane}} minigames with badges used to decorate the 3DS's HOME Menu as prizes. Due to the limits of the Nintendo 3DS's data storage capacity, the game has stopped receiving new badges as of May 26, 2017 in Japan, June 22, 2017 in America, and will stop on June 27, 2017 in Europe.

Pokémon badges were first available in the North American version of the game from November 17 to 23, 2015 to celebrate the release of [[Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon]].

==Gameplay==
Players operate the claw machines by pressing and holding the A button to have the claw move to the left. Releasing the button has the claw stop and attempt to pick up anything beneath it. Specific machines may have a hammer in place of a claw; when the button is released, the hammer descends until it meets resistance, then swings. There are also machines that drop bombs when the button is released. Machines are grouped by games and will be playable for a limited time before being rotated out.

Using the machines requires plays. Five plays are sold for ¥90, $1.00 USD, £0.90, €1.00, or AUD $1.30. After a group of plays is bought, the ability to buy more plays at once becomes available. Eventually, there will be options for buying plays in groups of five, ten, fifteen, and twenty. The first time the game is started, the player is given five free plays. Free plays may be given during promotions. A practice machine can be used once each day to acquire more free plays. Every ten badges collected in the practice machine rewards one free play, with some badges giving bonus plays. Extra badges roll over to the next day. A free play was given on every Thursday and Monday. 

Badges are put on the Nintendo 3DS's HOME Menu in the slots used by applications, and may also be placed on folders. Some badges may actually be made of multiple badges, requiring multiple slots. Certain badges will also open applications such as the Nintendo eShop, Mii Maker, and the Nintendo 3DS camera. Currently, there are no Pokémon badges of either variety. Players can post snapshots of their HOME screens on Miiverse to show off their badge arrangements.

==Pokémon badges==
Within the player's collection, badges are grouped into sets by which machine they are in. These groups are ordered by National Pokédex number, using only the Pokémon with the lowest Pokédex number of the set.

===Standard set===
When being placed on the HOME Menu, these badges are split into different groups by [[region]]. Different forms are placed together, except for [[regional variant|Alola Forms]], which are in the Alola group.
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|-
! rowspan="2" style="background:#{{white color}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Pokémon
! colspan="3" style="background:#{{white color}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | Dates available
|- style="background:#{{white color}};"
! Japan
! North America
! PAL
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|{{MSP|004|Charmander}} {{MSP|005|Charmeleon}} {{MSP|006|Charizard}} {{MSP|077|Ponyta}} {{MSP|078|Rapidash}}
| September 18 to 27, 2015
| November 17 to 23, 2015 December 24 to 26, 2015 February 25 to March 6, 2016 April 18 to 24, 2016 May 12 to 22, 2016 September 8, 2016 November 10 to 20, 2016 December 23, 2016 December 29, 2016
| December 24 to ??, 2015 January 15, 2016 January 22, 2016 March 25, 2016 to ?? December 2, 2016 February 22, 2017 March 12, 2017 March 24, 2017 April 21, 2017 May 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|025|Pikachu}} {{MSP|026|Raichu}} {{MSP|145|Zapdos}} {{MSP|694|Helioptile}} {{MSP|695|Heliolisk}}
| September 18 to 27, 2015 ?? to October 12, 2015
| November 17 to 23, 2015 May 4, 2016 May 12 to 22, 2016 June 16 to 17, 2016 September 10, 2016 December 25 to 28, 2016
| December 24 to ??, 2015 January 16, 2016 January 23, 2016 March 19, 2016 November 3, 2016 November 24, 2016 December 25, 2016 January 10, 2017 January 28, 2017 February 12, 2017 February 26, 2017 March 10, 2017 March 29, 2017 April 17, 2017 May 7, 2017 May 20, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|056|Mankey}} {{MSP|057|Primeape}} {{MSP|296|Makuhita}} {{MSP|297|Hariyama}} {{MSP|448|Lucario}}
| September 18 to 27, 2015
| November 17 to 23, 2015 March 20, 2016 May 3, 2016 September 12, 2016 December 26, 2016
| December 24 to ??, 2015 January 17, 2016 January 24, 2016 March 7, 2016 November 5, 2016 November 22, 2016 December 18, 2016 January 5, 2017 January 20, 2017 February 6, 2017 April 25, 2017 May 18, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|063|Abra}} {{MSP|064|Kadabra}} {{MSP|065|Alakazam}} {{MSP|150|Mewtwo}}
| September 18 to 27, 2015
| November 17 to 23, 2015 March 3 to 12, 2016 May 5 to 11, 2016 November 10 to 16, 2016 December 26, 2016
| December 24 to ??, 2015 January 17, 2016 January 24, 2016 March 19, 2016 September 12, 2016 October 27, 2016 November 22, 2016 December 11, 2016 December 24, 2016 January 9, 2017 January 30, 2017 February 17, 2017 March 5, 2017 March 28, 2017 April 15, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|133|Eevee}} {{MSP|134|Vaporeon}} {{MSP|135|Jolteon}} {{MSP|136|Flareon}}
| September 18 to 25, 2015 ?? to October 12, 2015
| November 17 to 23, 2015 December 24 to 28, 2015 April 18 to 24, 2016 October 1 to 5, 2016 December 28, 2016 February 13 to 15, 2017
| December 24 to ??, 2015 January 11, 2016 to ?? January 18, 2016 January 25, 2016 March 9, 2016 November 20, 2016 December 3, 2016 December 18, 2016 January 3, 2017 January 13, 2017 January 29, 2017 February 16, 2017 March 15, 2017 April 2, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|052|Meowth}} {{MSP|053|Persian}} {{MSP|300|Skitty}} {{MSP|301|Delcatty}}
| September 18 to 24, 2015
| November 18 to 23, 2015 March 20, 2016 August 15, to 17, 2016 September 11, 2016 September 12, 2016 December 25, 2016
| December 24 to ??, 2015 January 16, 2016 January 23, 2016 March 8, 2016 November 1, 2016 November 24, 2016 March 9, 2017 April 26, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|170|Chinchou}} {{MSP|171|Lanturn}} {{MSP|339|Barboach}} {{MSP|340|Whiscash}} {{MSP|369|Relicanth}} {{MSP|382|Kyogre}}
| September 18 to 24, 2015
| November 18 to 22, 2015 December 24 to 25, 2015 April 18 to 24, 2016 August 11 to 21, 2016
| December 24 to ??, 2015 January 12, 2016 to ?? January 19, 2016 January 26, 2016 January 30, 2017 February 19, 2017 April 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|337|Lunatone}} {{MSP|338|Solrock}} {{MSP|384|Rayquaza}} {{MSP|386|Deoxys}} {{MSP|386A|Deoxys}} {{MSP|386D|Deoxys}} {{MSP|386S|Deoxys}}
| September 18 to 24, 2015
| November 18 to 23, 2015 March 20, 2016 August 11 to 21, 2016
| December 24 to ??, 2015 January 13, 2016 January 20, 2016 January 27, 2016 November 7, 2016 December 4, 2016 December 22, 2016 January 10, 2017 March 27, 2017 May 11, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|299|Nosepass}} {{MSP|383|Groudon}} {{MSP|476|Probopass}} {{MSP|485|Heatran}}
| September 18 to 24, 2015 ?? to March 4, 2016
| November 19 to 23, 2015 December 24 to 25, 2015 March 3 to 12, 2016 May 5 to 11, 2016 August 11 to 21, 2016 November 10 to 16, 2016
| December 24 to ??, 2015 January 12, 2016 to ?? January 19, 2016 January 26, 2016 November 5, 2016 November 21, 2016 December 18, 2016 January 4, 2017 January 22, 2017 February 28, 2017 March 18, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|653|Fennekin}} {{MSP|654|Braixen}} {{MSP|655|Delphox}} {{MSP|667|Litleo}} {{MSP|668F|Pyroar}} {{MSP|668|Pyroar}}
| September 18 to 26, 2015
| November 21 to 23, 2015 January 12 to 13, 2016 April 18 to 24, 2016 May 12 to 22, 2016 June 21, 2016 November 5 to 6, 2016
| December 24 to ??, 2015 January 14, 2016 January 21, 2016 January 28, 2016 November 5, 2016 November 29, 2016 December 10, 2016 December 23, 2016 January 16, 2017 February 8, 2017 April 19, 2017 May 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|696|Tyrunt}} {{MSP|697|Tyrantrum}} {{MSP|698|Amaura}} {{MSP|699|Aurorus}} {{MSP|703|Carbink}} {{MSP|719|Diancie}}
| September 18 to 24, 2015
| November 22 to 23, 2015 January 12 to 16, 2016 March 3 to 7, 2016 April 18 to 24, 2016
| December 24 to ??, 2015 January 14, 2016 January 21, 2016 January 28, 2016 ?? to October 22, 2016 November 4, 2016 November 18, 2016 December 4, 2016 December 18, 2016 January 24, 2017 February 16, 2017 May 18, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|016|Pidgey}} {{MSP|017|Pidgeotto}} {{MSP|396|Starly}} {{MSP|397|Staravia}} {{MSP|519|Pidove}} {{MSP|520|Tranquill}} {{MSP|661|Fletchling}} {{MSP|662|Fletchinder}}
| September 18 to 27, 2015
| November 23, 2015 December 3 to 5, 2015 March 21, 2016 September 9, 2016 December 25, 2016
| January 15, 2016 January 22, 2016 November 10, 2016 November 28, 2016 April 6, 2017 May 30, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|118|Goldeen}} {{MSP|119|Seaking}} {{MSP|129|Magikarp}} {{MSP|130|Gyarados}}
| September 18 to 27, 2015
| November 23, 2015 December 3 to 5, 2015 December 24 to 28, 2015 April 19 to 24, 2016 September 14, 2016
| December 24 to ??, 2015 January 11, 2016 to ?? January 18, 2016 January 25, 2016 November 10, 2016 November 28, 2016 December 26, 2016 January 17, 2017 April 29, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|194|Wooper}} {{MSP|195|Quagsire}} {{MSP|704|Goomy}} {{MSP|705|Sliggoo}} {{MSP|706|Goodra}}
| September 18 to 24, 2015
| November 23, 2015 March 21, 2016
| December 24 to ??, 2015 November 4, 2016 November 20, 2016 December 3, 2016 December 17, 2016
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|172|Pichu}} {{MSP|174|Igglybuff}} {{MSP|239|Elekid}} {{MSP|240|Magby}} {{MSP|438|Bonsly}}
| September 18 to 26, 2015
| November 23, 2015 March 21, 2016 February 13 to 15, 2017
| December 24 to ??, 2015 January 13, 2016 January 20, 2016 January 27, 2016 November 21, 2016 January 26, 2017 February 14, 2017 May 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|023|Ekans}} {{MSP|024|Arbok}} {{MSP|092|Gastly}} {{MSP|093|Haunter}} {{MSP|094|Gengar}}
| October 9, 2015 to ?? ?? to March 31, 2016
| December 11 to 14, 2015 April 19 to 24, 2016 September 10, 2016 December 25 to 28, 2016
| March 12, 2016 November 6, 2016 December 14, 2016 January 2, 2017 January 13, 2017 January 30, 2017 March 14, 2017 May 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|046|Paras}} {{MSP|047|Parasect}} {{MSP|285|Shroomish}} {{MSP|286|Breloom}} {{MSP|590|Foongus}} {{MSP|591|Amoonguss}}
| October 9, 2015 to ??
| December 11 to 14, 2015 March 19, 2016 May 2, 2016 June 17 to 18, 2016 September 11, 2016
| October 23, 2016 December 29, 2016 January 14, 2017 March 23, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|163|Hoothoot}} {{MSP|164|Noctowl}} {{MSP|193|Yanma}} {{MSP|290|Nincada}} {{MSP|469|Yanmega}}
| October 9, 2015 to ??
| December 11 to 14, 2015
| April 19, 2017 May 24, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|559|Scraggy}} {{MSP|560|Scrafty}} {{MSP|686|Inkay}} {{MSP|687|Malamar}} {{MSP|717|Yveltal}}
| October 9, 2015 to ??
| December 11 to 14, 2015 January 12 to 13, 2016 April 19 to 24, 2016 June 18 to 20, 2016 November 5 to 9, 2016 November 28 to 30, 2016 December 8 to 10, 2016
| April 22, 2016 to ?? December 3, 2016 December 20, 2016 February 1, 2017 February 21, 2017 March 14, 2017 May 2, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|656|Froakie}} {{MSP|657|Frogadier}} {{MSP|658|Greninja}} {{MSP|692|Clauncher}} {{MSP|693|Clawitzer}}
| October 9, 2015 to ??
| December 11 to 14, 2015 January 12 to 15, 2016 May 12 to 22, 2016 May 26, to June 1, 2016 November 5, 2016
| March 11, 2016 to ?? November 30, 2016 December 27, 2016 February 2, 2017 February 21, 2017 March 16, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|682|Spritzee}} {{MSP|683|Aromatisse}} {{MSP|684|Swirlix}} {{MSP|685|Slurpuff}} {{MSP|716|Xerneas}}
| October 9, 2015 to ??
| December 11 to 14, 2015 January 12 to 16, 2016 March 3 to 7, 2016 February 13 to 15, 2017
| February 12, 2016 to ?? October 26, 2016 November 24, 2016 December 22, 2016 January 17, 2017 February 6, 2017 February 27, 2017 May 29, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MS|025Ro|Cosplay Pikachu}} {{MS|025Po|Cosplay Pikachu}} {{MS|025Li|Cosplay Pikachu}} {{MS|025Ph|Cosplay Pikachu}} {{MS|025Be|Cosplay Pikachu}}
| ?? to March 5, 2016
| January 28 to February 6, 2016 May 2 to 4, 2016 June 16 to 17, 2016 September 11, 2016 November 15, 2016
| March 11, 2016 to ?? October 31, 2016 November 19, 2016 December 16, 2016 December 31, 2016 January 15, 2017 January 28, 2017 February 10, 2017 February 24, 2017 March 10, 2017 March 27, 2017 April 26, 2017 May 15, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|066|Machop}} {{MSP|067|Machoke}} {{MSP|068|Machamp}} {{MSP|532|Timburr}} {{MSP|533|Gurdurr}} {{MSP|534|Conkeldurr}}
| December 17, 2015 to ??
| May 3, 2016 September 13, 2016
| April 22, 2016 to ?? October 30, 2016 December 17, 2016 February 23, 2017 April 11, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|096|Drowzee}} {{MSP|097|Hypno}} {{MSP|122|Mr. Mime}} {{MSP|151|Mew}}
| December 17, 2015 to ??
| September 13, 2016
| March 11, 2016 to ?? October 26, 2016 November 19, 2016 December 3, 2016 December 17, 2016 December 30, 2016 Janaury 15, 2017 January 27, 2017 February 13, 2017 March 7, 2017 March 30, 2017 April 14, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|100|Voltorb}} {{MSP|101|Electrode}} {{MSP|179|Mareep}} {{MSP|180|Flaaffy}} {{MSP|181|Ampharos}}
| ??
| May 4, 2016 May 13 to 18, 2016 September 13, 2016 November 17 to 20, 2016 December 27, 2016
| April 22, 2016 to ?? December 13, 2016 January 1, 2017 January 15, 2017 January 31, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|124|Jynx}} {{MSP|144|Articuno}} {{MSP|225|Delibird}} {{MSP|361|Snorunt}} {{MSP|615|Cryogonal}}
| ??
| September 11, 2016
| April 22, 2016 to ?? ?? to October 22, 2016 November 26, 2016 December 16 to 24, 2016 January 11, 2017 February 7, 2017 March 5, 2017 April 16, 2017 May 19, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|138|Omanyte}} {{MSP|139|Omastar}} {{MSP|140|Kabuto}} {{MSP|141|Kabutops}} {{MSP|142|Aerodactyl}}
| ??
| September 14, 2016
| April 22, 2016 to ?? January 19, 2017 February 5, 2017 February 19, 2017 April 14, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|161|Sentret}} {{MSP|162|Furret}} {{MSP|263|Zigzagoon}} {{MSP|264|Linoone}} {{MSP|572|Minccino}} {{MSP|573|Cinccino}}
| ??
| May 13 to 18, 2016 August 11 to 21, 2016
| March 11, 2016 to ?? November 2, 2016 May 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|165|Ledyba}} {{MSP|166|Ledian}} {{MSP|313|Volbeat}} {{MSP|314|Illumise}} {{MSP|401|Kricketot}} {{MSP|402|Kricketune}}
| ??
| January 30 to February 6, 2016
| November 1, 2016 December 4, 2016 December 18, 2016 January 12, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|167|Spinarak}} {{MSP|168|Ariados}} {{MSP|283|Surskit}} {{MSP|284|Masquerain}} {{MSP|545|Scolipede}} {{MSP|595|Joltik}} {{MSP|596|Galvantula}}
| ??
| January 29 to February 6, 2016
| April 22, 2016 to ?? December 14, 2016 March 7, 2017 March 30, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|176|Togetic}} {{MSP|209|Snubbull}} {{MSP|210|Granbull}} {{MSP|468|Togekiss}} {{MSP|700|Sylveon}}
| December 17, 2015 to ?? ?? to March 26, 2016
| September 9, 2016 February 13 to 15, 2017
| January 3, 2017 January 21, 2017 February 3, 2017 February 22, 2017 March 15, 2017 April 5, 2017 April 25, 2017 May 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|190|Aipom}} {{MSP|287|Slakoth}} {{MSP|288|Vigoroth}} {{MSP|289|Slaking}} {{MSP|424|Ambipom}}
| ??
| May 15 to 18, 2016
| March 9, 2017 April 21, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|207|Gligar}} {{MSP|227|Skarmory}} {{MSP|329|Vibrava}} {{MSP|330|Flygon}} {{MSP|472|Gliscor}}
| ??
| January 28 to February 6, 2016 April 19 to 20, 2015
| April 22, 2016 to ?? October 31, 2016 December 3, 2016 December 16, 2016 April 14, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|213|Shuckle}} {{MSP|564|Tirtouga}} {{MSP|565|Carracosta}} {{MSP|618|Stunfisk}} {{MSP|688|Binacle}} {{MSP|689|Barbaracle}}
| ??
| May 15 to 18, 2016
| December 4, 2016 March 23, 2017 April 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|280|Ralts}} {{MSP|281|Kirlia}} {{MSP|282|Gardevoir}} {{MSP|325|Spoink}} {{MSP|326|Grumpig}} {{MSP|358|Chimecho}}
| ??
| May 13 to 18, 2016 August 12 to 17, 2016
| November 2, 2016 December 3, 2016 December 26, 2016 January 18, 2017 February 6, 2017 March 6, 2017 May 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|311|Plusle}} {{MSP|312|Minun}} {{MSP|327|Spinda}} {{MSP|427|Buneary}} {{MSP|428|Lopunny}} {{MSP|659|Bunnelby}} {{MSP|660|Diggersby}}
| December 17, 2015 to ?? ?? to February 11, 2016
| May 27 to June 2, 2017
| December 4, 2016 December 16, 2016 January 2, 2017 January 23, 2017 February 16, 2017 May 25, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|333|Swablu}} {{MSP|334|Altaria}} {{MSP|371|Bagon}} {{MSP|372|Shelgon}} {{MSP|373|Salamence}}
| ??
| May 15 to 18, 2016 August 13 to 17, 2016
| November 7, 2016 November 25, 2016 December 20, 2016 January 12, 2017 March 2, 2017 March 20, 2017 May 11, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|351H|Castform}} {{MSP|363|Spheal}} {{MSP|364|Sealeo}} {{MSP|365|Walrein}} {{MSP|582|Vanillite}} {{MSP|583|Vanillish}} {{MSP|584|Vanilluxe}}
| ??
| June 18 to 20, 2016 November 30, 2016
| December 16 to 24, 2016
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|351S|Castform}} {{MSP|669|Flabébé}} {{MSP|669Y|Flabébé}} {{MSP|670|Floette}} {{MSP|670Y|Floette}} {{MSP|671|Florges}} {{MSP|671Y|Florges}}
| ??
| January 29 to February 6, 2016 November 30, 2016 February 13 to 15, 2017
| February 12, 2016 to ?? October 28, 2016 November 30, 2016 December 28, 2016 March 21, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|390|Chimchar}} {{MSP|391|Monferno}} {{MSP|392|Infernape}} {{MSP|451|Skorupi}} {{MSP|452|Drapion}}
| ??
| May 12 to 22, 2016 June 21, 2016 November 30, 2016
| March 11, 2016 to ?? November 10, 2016 November 28, 2016 December 21, 2016 January 6, 2017 January 21, 2017 March 19, 2017 April 16, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|393|Piplup}} {{MSP|394|Prinplup}} {{MSP|395|Empoleon}} {{MSP|422|Shellos}} {{MSP|422E|Shellos}}
| ??
| January 28 to February 6, 2016 May 12 to 22, 2016 November 29, 2016
| April 2, 2016 to ?? November 29, 2016 December 23, 2016 January 7, 2017 March 8, 2017 March 25, 2017 April 7, 2017 May 24, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|443|Gible}} {{MSP|444|Gabite}} {{MSP|445|Garchomp}} {{MSP|690|Skrelp}} {{MSP|691|Dragalge}}
| ??
| January 29 to February 6, 2016 November 9, 2016 November 29, 2016
| April 22, 2016 to ?? March 6, 2017 March 24, 2017 April 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|562|Yamask}} {{MSP|563|Cofagrigus}} {{MSP|607|Litwick}} {{MSP|608|Lampent}} {{MSP|609|Chandelure}}
| ??
| May 12 to 22, 2016 October 1 to 5, 2016 November 5 to 9, 2016 November 28 to 30, 2016 December 8 to 10, 2016
| April 22, 2016 to ?? June 18 to 19, 2016 October 30, 2016 December 10, 2016 February 1, 2017 February 20, 2017 May 24, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|708|Phantump}} {{MSP|709|Trevenant}} {{MSP|710|Pumpkaboo}} {{MSP|711|Gourgeist}}
| ??
| May 12 to 22, 2016
| October 23, 2016 March 9, 2017 April 27, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|208M|Steelix}} {{MSP|303M|Mawile}} {{MSP|306M|Aggron}} {{MSP|362M|Glalie}} {{MSP|460M|Abomasnow}}
| January 15, 2016 to ?? ?? to March 31, 2016
| February 25 to March 3, 2016
| December 1, 2016 December 29, 2016 March 6, 2017 April 15, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|220|Swinub}} {{MSP|221|Piloswine}} {{MSP|459|Snover}} {{MSP|460|Abomasnow}} {{MSP|471|Glaceon}} {{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}
| January 15, 2016 to ??
| February 25 to March 3, 2016 October 1 to 5, 2016 November 25, 2016
| November 7, 2016 December 13, 2016 December 30, 2016 January 16, 2017 February 7, 2017 February 27, 2017 March 30, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|293|Whismur}} {{MSP|294|Loudred}} {{MSP|295|Exploud}} {{MSP|441|Chatot}} {{MSP|648|Meloetta}} {{MSP|648P|Meloetta}}
| January 15, 2016 to ??
| February 25 to March 3, 2016 August 17, 2016 October 1 to 5, 2016
| November 9, 2016 November 27, 2016 December 24, 2016 January 18, 2017 February 5, 2017 February 23, 2017 March 13, 2017 April 2, 2017 April 26, 2017 May 19, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|307|Meditite}} {{MSP|308|Medicham}} {{MSP|619|Mienfoo}} {{MSP|620|Mienshao}} {{MSP|701|Hawlucha}}
| January 15, 2016 to ??
| February 25 to March 3, 2016
| March 1, 2017 March 20, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|511|Pansage}} {{MSP|512|Simisage}} {{MSP|513|Pansear}} {{MSP|514|Simisear}} {{MSP|515|Panpour}} {{MSP|516|Simipour}}
| January 15, 2016 to ??
| June 17 to 18, 2016 November 7 to 9, 2016 November 28 to 30, 2016 December 8 to 10, 2016
| March 11, 2016 to ?? March 29, 2017 April 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|081|Magnemite}} {{MSP|082|Magneton}} {{MSP|462|Magnezone}} {{MSP|599|Klink}} {{MSP|600|Klang}} {{MSP|601|Klinklang}}
| January 29 to February 4, 2016 ?? to March 5, 2016
| February 25 to March 3, 2016 September 13, 2016
| November 6, 2016 December 12, 2016 January 2, 2017 March 22, 2017 May 3, 2017 May 28, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|158|Totodile}} {{MSP|159|Croconaw}} {{MSP|160|Feraligatr}} {{MSP|223|Remoraid}} {{MSP|224|Octillery}}
| January 29 to February 4, 2016
| May 12, 2016 to 22, 2016
| March 12, 2016 November 9, 2016 November 27, 2016 December 23, 2016 January 26, 2017 May 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|254M|Sceptile}} {{MSP|257M|Blaziken}} {{MSP|260M|Swampert}} {{MSP|308M|Medicham}} {{MSP|334M|Altaria}}
| January 29, 2016 to ??
| February 25 to March 6, 2016
| March 12, 2016 November 4, 2016 November 20, 2016 December 4, 2016 December 18, 2016 January 13, 2017 February 9, 2017 April 11, 2017 April 29, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|362|Glalie}} {{MSP|378|Regice}} {{MSP|478|Froslass}} {{MSP|712|Bergmite}} {{MSP|713|Avalugg}}
| January 29 to February 4, 2016
| February 25 to March 6, 2016 November 30, 2016
| November 8, 2016 November 26, 2016 December 16, 2016 January 5, 2017 January 20, 2017 March 21, 2017 April 12, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|624|Pawniard}} {{MSP|625|Bisharp}} {{MSP|633|Deino}} {{MSP|634|Zweilous}} {{MSP|635|Hydreigon}}
| January 29 to February 4, 2016 ?? to March 4, 2016
| February 25 to March 6, 2016 June 18 to 19, 2016 November 5 to 6, 2016 November 16, 2016
| November 8, 2016 November 26, 2016 December 12, 2016 January 4, 2017 February 4, 2017 February 21, 2017 March 29, 2017 April 16, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|015M|Beedrill}} {{MSP|018M|Pidgeot}} {{MSP|428M|Lopunny}} {{MSP|531M|Audino}} {{MSP|719M|Diancie}}
| February 5, 2016 to ??
| February 25 to March 3, 2016 May 1, 2016 September 9, 2016
| November 9, 2016 November 27, 2016 December 18, 2016 January 23, 2017 February 20, 2017 March 23, 2017 April 18, 2017 May 23, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|029|Nidoran♀}} {{MSP|030|Nidorina}} {{MSP|031|Nidoqueen}} {{MSP|370|Luvdisc}} {{MSP|380|Latias}}
| February 5, 2016 to ??
| May 16 to 18, 2016 August 11 to 21, 2016 October 1 to 5, 2016 February 14 to 15, 2017
| March 11, 2016 to ?? October 27, 2016 November 29, 2016 December 27, 2016 January 19, 2017 February 3, 2017 March 5, 2017 March 22, 2017 April 11, 2017 April 30, 2017 June 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|408|Cranidos}} {{MSP|409|Rampardos}} {{MSP|410|Shieldon}} {{MSP|411|Bastiodon}} {{MSP|483|Dialga}} {{MSP|484|Palkia}}
| February 5, 2016 to ??
| May 12 to 22, 2016 November 29, 2016
| March 11, 2016 to ?? November 30, 2016 December 28, 2016 January 23, 2017 February 13, 2017 April 4, 2017 April 27, 2017 May 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|494|Victini}} {{MSP|561|Sigilyph}} {{MSP|577|Solosis}} {{MSP|578|Duosion}} {{MSP|579|Reuniclus}}
| February 5, 2016 to ??
| May 16 to 18, 2016 November 9, 2016 November 28, 2016
| March 11, 2016 to ?? December 2, 2016 January 25, 2017 February 14, 2017 March 3, 2017 May 21, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|001|Bulbasaur}} {{MSP|002|Ivysaur}} {{MSP|003|Venusaur}} {{MSP|102|Exeggcute}} {{MSP|103|Exeggutor}}
| February 19, 2016 to ??
| May 2, 2016 May 12 to 22, 2016 September 8, 2016 November 17 to 20, 2016 December 24, 2016
| March 25, 2016 to ?? November 6, 2016 November 22, 2016 December 11, 2016 December 25, 2016 January 11, 2017 February 2, 2017 March 2, 2017 March 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|104|Cubone}} {{MSP|105|Marowak}} {{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}} {{MSP|112|Rhydon}} {{MSP|464|Rhyperior}}
| February 19 to 25, 2016
| May 17, 2016 September 13, 2016 December 27, 2016
| May 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|181M|Ampharos}} {{MSP|212M|Scizor}} {{MSP|214M|Heracross}} {{MSP|229M|Houndoom}} {{MSP|248M|Tyranitar}}
| February 19, 2016 to ?? ?? to June 3, 2016
| May 16, to 18, 2016 June 18 to 20, 2016
| May 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|498|Tepig}} {{MSP|499|Pignite}} {{MSP|500|Emboar}} {{MSP|554|Darumaka}} {{MSP|555|Darmanitan}} {{MSP|555Z|Darmanitan}}
| February 19, 2016 to ?? ?? to June 3, 2016
| May 12 to 22, 2016 June 21, 2016 November 8 to 9, 2016 November 28, 2016
| October 24, 2016 November 19, 2016 December 18, 2016 January 3, 2017 January 22, 2017 May 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|666|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Ele|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Tun|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Icy|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Pol|Vivillon}}
| February 19, 2016 to ??
| May 14, to 18, 2016 September 11 to 14, 2016 September 19 to 24, 2016
| March 25, 2016 to ?? May 23, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|003M|Venusaur}} {{MSP|006MY|Charizard}} {{MSP|065M|Alakazam}} {{MSP|080M|Slowbro}} {{MSP|127M|Pinsir}}
| March 4, 2016 to ?? ?? to June 4, 2016
| May 1, 2016 September 8, 2016 November 17 to 20, 2016 December 24, 2016
| October 25, 2016 November 18, 2016 December 2, 2016 January 1, 2017 January 14, 2017 January 27, 2017 February 15, 2017 March 3, 2017 April 5, 2017 April 23, 2017 May 8, 2017 June 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|007|Squirtle}} {{MSP|008|Wartortle}} {{MSP|009|Blastoise}} {{MSP|098|Krabby}} {{MSP|099|Kingler}}
| March 4, 2016 to ??
| May 12, 2016 to 22, 2016 September 8, 2016 November 17 to 20, 2016 December 23, 2016
| March 25, 2016 to ?? November 8, 2016 November 25, 2016 December 24, 2016 January 19, 2017 February 5, 2017 February 18, 2017 March 20, 2017 April 9, 2017 April 24, 2017 May 16, 2017 June 21, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|019|Rattata}} {{MSP|020|Raticate}} {{MSP|417|Pachirisu}} {{MSP|504|Patrat}} {{MSP|505|Watchog}}
| March 4, 2026 to ??
| September 10, 2016 December 22 to 28, 2016
| December 1, 2016 December 25, 2016 January 8, 2017 April 12 ,2017 May 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|032|Nidoran♂}} {{MSP|033|Nidorino}} {{MSP|034|Nidoking}} {{MSP|370|Luvdisc}} {{MSP|381|Latios}}
| March 4, 2016 to ??
| August 11 to 21, 2016 September 11, 2016 October 1 to 5, 2016 February 15, 2017
| November 3, 2016 January 26, 2017 February 15, 2017 March 8, 2017 March 24, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|666Mod|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Con|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Sav|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Arc|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Riv|Vivillon}}
| March 4, 2016 to ??
| May 18, 2016 September 11 to 14, 2016 September 19 to 24, 2016
| April 18, 2017 May 11, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|006MX|Charizard}} {{MSP|009M|Blastoise}} {{MSP|115M|Kangaskhan}} {{MSP|130M|Gyarados}} {{MSP|142M|Aerodactyl}}
| March 18, 2016 to ??
| September 8, 2016 November 17 to 20, 2016
| October 25, 2016 November 18, 2016 December 2, 2016 December 16, 2016 January 1, 2017 January 14, 2017 February 2, 2017 February 19, 2017 March 3, 2017 April 10, 2017 May 15, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|018|Pidgeot}} {{MSP|397|Staraptor}} {{MSP|521|Unfezant}} {{MSP|521F|Unfezant}} {{MSP|663|Talonflame}}
| March 18 to 24, 2016
| May 14 to 18, 2016 September 10, 2016
| October 24, 2016 January 31, 2017 February 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|666Fan|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Hig|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666San|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Jun|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Gar|Vivillon}}
| March 18 to 24, 2016
| June 22, 2016 September 11 to 14, 2016 September 19 to 24, 2016
| June 15, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|185|Sudowoodo}} {{MSP|231|Phanpy}} {{MSP|232|Donphan}} {{MSP|246|Larvitar}} {{MSP|247|Pupitar}} {{MSP|248|Tyranitar}}
| ?? to April 7, 2016
| May 27 to June 2, 2017
| April 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|010|Caterpie}} {{MSP|013|Weedle}} {{MSP|265|Wurmple}} {{MSP|540|Sewaddle}} {{MSP|636|Larvesta}} {{MSP|664|Scatterbug}}
| April 8, 2016 to ??
| September 9, 2016 December 22, 2016
| December 3, 2016 March 22, 2017 April 8, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|203|Girafarig}} {{MSP|234|Stantler}} {{MSP|493|Arceus}} {{MSP|585|Deerling}} {{MSP|586|Sawsbuck}}
| April 8, 2016 to ??
| May 12, 2016 to 22, 2016
| November 29, 2016 December 26, 2016 January 18, 2017 February 4, 2017 February 18, 2017 March 7, 2017 March 28, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|509|Purrloin}} {{MSP|510|Liepard}} {{MSP|570|Zorua}} {{MSP|571|Zoroark}} {{MSP|629|Vullaby}} {{MSP|630|Mandibuzz}}
| ?? April 9, 2016 ??
| June 18 to 20, 2016 November 8 to 9, 2016 November 28, 2016
| December 1, 2016 December 27, 2016 January 17, 2017 February 7, 2017 March 21, 2017 April 7, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|666Pok|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Sun|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Oce|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Mar|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Mon|Vivillon}}
| April 8 to 14, 2016
| May 14 to 18, 2016 June 22, 2016 September 11 to 14, 2016 September 19 to 24, 2016
| April 24, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|021|Spearow}} {{MSP|022|Fearow}} {{MSP|084|Doduo}} {{MSP|085|Dodrio}} {{MSP|627|Rufflet}} {{MSP|628|Braviary}}
| April 15 to 21, 2016
| September 10, 2016 December 25 to 28, 2016
| May 31, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|114|Tangela}} {{MSP|455|Carnivine}} {{MSP|465|Tangrowth}} {{MSP|470|Leafeon}} {{MSP|542|Leavanny}}
| April 15 to 23, 2016
| June 17 to 18, 2016 September 14, 2016 October 1 to 5, 2016
| January 4, 2017 January 24, 2017 February 10, 2017 February 24, 2017 May 16, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|199|Slowking}} {{MSP|202|Wobbuffet}} {{MSP|211|Qwilfish}} {{MSP|230|Kingdra}} {{MSP|249|Lugia}}
| April 15, 2016 to ??
| May 27 to June 2, 2017
| December 8, 2016 December 30, 2016 January 22, 2017 March 1, 2017 March 19, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|387|Turtwig}} {{MSP|388|Grotle}} {{MSP|389|Torterra}} {{MSP|420|Cherubi}} {{MSP|421|Cherrim}} {{MSP|421S|Cherrim}}
| April 15 to 21, 2016
| June 17 to 18, 2016 November 30, 2016
| December 31, 2016 January 20, 2017 March 16, 2017 April 4, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|175|Togepi}} {{MSP|298|Azurill}} {{MSP|406|Budew}} {{MSP|440|Happiny}} {{MSP|458|Mantyke}}
| April 29 to June 5, 2016
| February 13 to 15, 2017
| February 7, 2017 February 28, 2017 April 18, 2017 May 28, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|177|Natu}} {{MSP|178|Xatu}} {{MSP|201F|Unown}} {{MSP|235|Smeargle}} {{MSP|250|Ho-Oh}}
| April 29 to June 5, 2016
| May 27 to June 2, 2017
| February 9, 2017 February 26, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|479O|Rotom}} {{MSP|479W|Rotom}} {{MSP|479F|Rotom}} {{MSP|479L|Rotom}} {{MSP|479R|Rotom}}
| April 29 to June 5, 2016
| November 9, 2016 November 28, 2016
| March 28, 2017 May 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|049|Venomoth}} {{MSP|269|Dustox}} {{MSP|414|Mothim}} {{MSP|543|Venipede}} {{MSP|637|Volcarona}}
| ?? to June 5, 2016
| September 12, 2016
| March 2, 2017 April 4, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|012|Butterfree}} {{MSP|015|Beedrill}} {{MSP|267|Beautifly}} {{MSP|415|Combee}} {{MSP|416|Vespiquen}} {{MSP|666|Vivillon}}
| ??
| August 11 to 21, 2016 September 9, 2016
| May 18, 2017 June 14, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|252|Treecko}} {{MSP|253|Grovyle}} {{MSP|254|Sceptile}} {{MSP|331|Cacnea}} {{MSP|332|Cacturne}}
| ??
| August 11 to 21, 2016
| June 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|255|Torchic}} {{MSP|256|Combusken}} {{MSP|257|Blaziken}} {{MSP|322|Numel}} {{MSP|323|Camerupt}} {{MSP|324|Torkoal}}
| ??
| August 11 to 21, 2016
| December 7, 2016 December 28, 2016 January 16, 2017 February 8, 2017 February 28, 2017 May 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|258|Mudkip}} {{MSP|259|Marshtomp}} {{MSP|260|Swampert}} {{MSP|341|Corphish}} {{MSP|342|Crawdaunt}}
| ??
| August 11 to 21, 2016
| December 7, 2016 March 17, 2017 March 31, 2017 May 2, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|343|Baltoy}} {{MSP|344|Claydol}} {{MSP|385|Jirachi}} {{MSP|436|Bronzor}} {{MSP|437|Bronzong}}
| ??
| August 14 to 17, 2016
| December 8, 2016 January 31, 2017 February 17, 2017 March 17, 2017 April 12, 2017 May 25, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|270|Lotad}} {{MSP|271|Lombre}} {{MSP|272|Ludicolo}} {{MSP|273|Seedot}} {{MSP|274|Nuzleaf}} {{MSP|275|Shiftry}}
| ??
| August 16 to 17, 2016
| December 7, 2016
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|060|Poliwag}} {{MSP|061|Poliwhirl}} {{MSP|062|Poliwrath}} {{MSP|186|Politoed}} {{MSP|535|Tympole}} {{MSP|536|Palpitoad}} {{MSP|537|Seismitoad}}
| ??
| September 12, 2016
| June 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|107|Hitmonchan}} {{MSP|106|Hitmonlee}} {{MSP|236|Tyrogue}} {{MSP|237|Hitmontop}} {{MSP|539|Sawk}} {{MSP|538|Throh}}
| ??
| September 14, 2016
| April 19, 2017 May 9, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|123|Scyther}} {{MSP|127|Pinsir}} {{MSP|214|Heracross}} {{MSP|212|Scizor}} {{MSP|617|Accelgor}}
| ??
| September 14, 2016
| May 31, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|041|Zubat}} {{MSP|042|Golbat}} {{MSP|169|Crobat}} {{MSP|527|Woobat}} {{MSP|528|Swoobat}} {{MSP|714|Noibat}} {{MSP|715|Noivern}}
| ??
| October 27, 2016
| November 18 to 26, 2016 May 30, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|043|Oddish}} {{MSP|044|Gloom}} {{MSP|045|Vileplume}} {{MSP|182|Bellossom}} {{MSP|315|Roselia}} {{MSP|407|Roserade}}
| ??
| June 11 to 16, 2017
| October 28, 2016 December 2, 2016 December 21, 2016 March 14, 2017 April 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|641|Tornadus}} {{MSP|642|Thundurus}} {{MSP|645|Landorus}} {{MSP|669B|Flabébé}} {{MSP|670B|Floette}} {{MSP|671B|Florges}}
| ??
| November 5 to 6, 2016
| December 7, 2016
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|574|Gothita}} {{MSP|575|Gothorita}} {{MSP|576|Gothitelle}} {{MSP|605|Elgyem}} {{MSP|606|Beheeyem}}
| ??
| November 5 to 6, 2016 November 28 to 30, 2016 December 8 to 10, 2016
| May 30, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|546|Cottonee}} {{MSP|547|Whimsicott}} {{MSP|548|Petilil}} {{MSP|549|Lilligant}} {{MSP|556|Maractus}}
| ??
| November 7 to 9, 2016 November 28 to 30, 2016 December 8 to 10, 2016
| December 7, 2016
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|495|Snivy}} {{MSP|496|Servine}} {{MSP|497|Serperior}} {{MSP|597|Ferroseed}} {{MSP|598|Ferrothorn}}
| ??
| November 8 to 9, 2016 November 28, 2016
| December 7, 2016 January 11, 2017 February 14, 2017 March 8, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|090|Shellder}} {{MSP|091|Cloyster}} {{MSP|116|Horsea}} {{MSP|117|Seadra}} {{MSP|120|Staryu}} {{MSP|121|Starmie}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017
| November 18 to 26, 2016 May 20, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|183|Marill}} {{MSP|184|Azumarill}} {{MSP|418|Buizel}} {{MSP|419|Floatzel}} {{MSP|592F|Frillish}} {{MSP|593F|Jellicent}}
| ??
| May 29 to June 3, 2017
| November 18 to 26, 2016 May 15, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|319M|Sharpedo}} {{MSP|323M|Camerupt}} {{MSP|383P|Groudon}} {{MSP|382P|Kyogre}}
| ??
| May 29 to June 3, 2017
| November 18 to 26, 2016 January 27, 2017 February 15, 2017 March 4, 2017 March 18, 2017 April 25, 2017 May 30, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|019A|Rattata}} {{MSP|020A|Raticate}} {{MSP|052A|Meowth}} {{MSP|103A|Exeggutor}} {{MSP|105A|Marowak}}
| ??
| November 24 to 30, 2016
| November 25 to December 3, 2016 January 9, 2017 April 10, 2017 May 19, 2017 June 14, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|026A|Raichu}} {{MSP|027A|Sandshrew}} {{MSP|028A|Sandslash}} {{MSP|037A|Vulpix}} {{MSP|038A|Ninetales}}
| ??
| November 24 to 30, 2016
| November 25 to December 3, 2016 January 8, 2017 January 29, 2017 February 10, 2017 February 24, 2017 March 11, 2017 March 26, 2017 April 9, 2017 April 23, 2017 May 9, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|658A|Greninja}} {{MSP|718T|Zygarde}} {{MSP|718C|Zygarde}} {{MSP|801|Magearna}}
| ??
| November 24 to 30, 2016 December 25, 2016
| November 25 to December 3, 2016 January 6, 2017 January 29, 2017 February 12, 2017 February 26, 2017 March 11, 2017 March 26, 2017 April 8, 2017 April 22, 2017 May 7, 2017 May 20, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|351R|Castform}} {{MSP|349|Feebas}} {{MSP|350|Milotic}} {{MSP|423|Gastrodon}} {{MSP|423E|Gastrodon}}
| ??
| November 24 to 27, 2016
| December 23 to 31, 2016 April 6, 2017 April 21, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|328|Trapinch}} {{MSP|449|Hippopotas}} {{MSP|450|Hippowdon}} {{MSP|551|Sandile}} {{MSP|552|Krokorok}} {{MSP|553|Krookodile}}
| ??
| November 24 to 27, 2016
| March 24 to April 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|587|Emolga}} {{MSP|602|Tynamo}} {{MSP|603|Eelektrik}} {{MSP|604|Eelektross}} {{MSP|702|Dedenne}}
| ??
| November 24 to 27, 2016
| December 23 to 31, 2016 May 2, 2017 May 21, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|722|Rowlet}} {{MSP|736|Grubbin}} {{MSP|737|Charjabug}} {{MSP|738|Vikavolt}} {{MSP|753|Fomantis}} {{MSP|754|Lurantis}}
| ??
| November 24 to 30, 2016 December 12, 2016 December 29, 2016 to January 7, 2017
| November 25 to December 3, 2016 January 9, 2017 February 3, 2017 February 22, 2017 March 13, 2017 May 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|723|Dartrix}} {{MSP|726|Torracat}} {{MSP|729|Brionne}} {{MSP|749|Mudbray}} {{MSP|750|Mudsdale}} {{MSP|764|Comfey}} {{MSP|780|Drampa}}
| ??
| November 24 to 30, 2016 December 28, 2016 to January 7, 2017 March 12, 2017
| November 25 to December 3, 2016 January 6, 2017 January 28, 2017 February 12, 2017 February 26, 2017 March 26, 2017 April 7, 2017 April 23, 2017 May 8, 2017 May 29, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|725|Litten}} {{MSP|731|Pikipek}} {{MSP|759|Stufful}} {{MSP|760|Bewear}} {{MSP|775|Komala}} {{MSP|776|Turtonator}}
| ??
| November 24 to 30, 2016 December 12, 2016 December 29, 2016 to January 7, 2017
| November 25 to December 3, 2016 January 8, 2017 January 25, 2017 February 11, 2017 February 25, 2017 March 11, 2017 March 25, 2017 April 9, 2017 April 22, 2017 May 9, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|728|Popplio}} {{MSP|746|Wishiwashi}} {{MSP|746Sc|Wishiwashi}} {{MSP|767|Wimpod}} {{MSP|771|Pyukumuku}} {{MSP|779|Bruxish}}
| ??
| November 24 to 30, 2016 December 12, 2016 December 29, 2016 to January 7, 2017
| November 25 to December 3, 2016 January 10, 2017 March 1, 2017 March 19, 2017 April 5, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|734|Yungoos}} {{MSP|735|Gumshoos}} {{MSP|769|Sandygast}} {{MSP|770|Palossand}} {{MSP|772|Type: Null}} {{MSP|773|Silvally}}
| ??
| November 24 to 30, 2016
| November 25 to December 3, 2016 January 12, 2017 February 11, 2017 February 25, 2017 March 13, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|744|Rockruff}} {{MSP|745|Lycanroc}} {{MSP|745Mn|Lycanroc}} {{MSP|757|Salandit}} {{MSP|777|Togedemaru}} {{MSP|778|Mimikyu}}
| ??
| November 24 to 30, 2016 December 26, 2016
| November 25 to December 3, 2016 December 31, 2016 January 7, 2017 January 21, 2017 February 4, 2017 February 18, 2017 March 4, 2017 March 18, 2017 April 1, 2017 April 15, 2017 April 29, 2017 May 28, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|741|Oricorio}} {{MSP|741Po|Oricorio}} {{MSP|741Pa|Oricorio}} {{MSP|741Se|Oricorio}} {{MSP|791|Solgaleo}} {{MSP|792|Lunala}}
| ??
| November 24 to 30, 2016 December 27, 2016
| November 25 to December 3, 2016 January 7, 2017 January 24, 2017 February 11, 2017 February 25, 2017 March 12, 2017 March 25, 2017 April 8, 2017 April 22, 2017 May 7, 2017 May 20, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|453|Croagunk}} {{MSP|454|Toxicroak}} {{MSP|434|Stunky}} {{MSP|435|Skuntank}} {{MSP|568|Trubbish}} {{MSP|569|Garbodor}}
| ??
| November 29, 2016
| December 7, 2016 June 15, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|425|Drifloon}} {{MSP|426|Drifblim}} {{MSP|442|Spiritomb}} {{MSP|487|Giratina}} {{MSP|487O|Giratina}}
| ??
| November 29, 2016
| December 7, 2016 January 5, 2017 January 25, 2017 February 13, 2017 March 15, 2017 April 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|187|Hoppip}} {{MSP|188|Skiploom}} {{MSP|189|Jumpluff}} {{MSP|357|Tropius}} {{MSP|492|Shaymin}} {{MSP|492S|Shaymin}}
| ??
| May 28 to June 2, 2017
| December 4, 2016 December 17, 2016 February 1, 2017 February 20, 2017 March 10, 2017 April 30, 2017 June 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|243|Raikou}} {{MSP|309|Electrike}} {{MSP|310|Manectric}} {{MSP|522|Blitzle}} {{MSP|523|Zebstrika}}
| ??
| May 29 to June 3, 2017
| December 4, 2016 March 16, 2017 April 2, 2017 May 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|011|Metapod}} {{MSP|014|Kakuna}} {{MSP|266|Silcoon}} {{MSP|268|Cascoon}} {{MSP|541|Swadloon}} {{MSP|544|Whirlipede}} {{MSP|665|Spewpa}}
| ??
| December 22, 2016
| December 7, 2016
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|115|Kangaskhan}} {{MSP|128|Tauros}} {{MSP|352|Kecleon}} {{MSP|399|Bidoof}} {{MSP|400|Bibarel}} {{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}
| ??
| December 28, 2016
| December 7, 2016 April 27, 2017 May 21, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|200|Misdreavus}} {{MSP|477|Dusknoir}} {{MSP|429|Mismagius}} {{MSP|517|Munna}} {{MSP|518|Musharna}}
| ??
| May 29 to June 3, 2017
| December 7, 2016
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|276|Taillow}} {{MSP|277|Swellow}} {{MSP|669B|Flabébé}} {{MSP|670B|Floette}} {{MSP|671B|Florges}}
| ??
| February 13 to 15, 2017
| December 7, 2016
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|724|Decidueye}} {{MSP|755|Morelull}} {{MSP|756|Shiinotic}} {{MSP|761|Bounsweet}} {{MSP|762|Steenee}} {{MSP|763|Tsareena}}
| ??
| December 29, 2016 to January 7, 2017
| March 24 to April 1, 2017 May 23, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|727|Incineroar}} {{MSP|732|Trumbeak}} {{MSP|733|Toucannon}} {{MSP|758|Salazzle}} {{MSP|765|Oranguru}} {{MSP|766|Passimian}}
| ??
| December 29, 2016 to January 7, 2017
| March 24 to April 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|730|Primarina}} {{MSP|739|Crabrawler}} {{MSP|740|Crabominable}} {{MSP|768|Golisopod}} {{MSP|747|Mareanie}} {{MSP|748|Toxapex}} {{MSP|781|Dhelmise}}
| ??
| December 29, 2016 to January 7, 2017
| March 24 to April 1, 2017 June 15, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|742|Cutiefly}} {{MSP|743|Ribombee}} {{MSP|751|Dewpider}} {{MSP|752|Araquanid}} {{MSP|782|Jangmo-o}} {{MSP|783|Hakamo-o}} {{MSP|784|Kommo-o}}
| ??
| December 29, 2016 to January 7, 2017
| March 24 to April 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|641T|Tornadus}} {{MSP|642T|Thundurus}} {{MSP|645T|Landorus}} {{MSP|669O|Flabébé}} {{MSP|670O|Floette}} {{MSP|671O|Florges}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017
| December 23 to 31, 2016 May 8, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|244|Entei}} {{MSP|506|Lillipup}} {{MSP|507|Herdier}} {{MSP|508|Stoutland}} {{MSP|676|Furfrou}}
| ??
| May 29 to June 3, 2017
| February 9, 2017 March 4, 2017 May 16, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|304|Aron}} {{MSP|305|Lairon}} {{MSP|306|Aggron}} {{MSP|303|Mawile}} {{MSP|379|Registeel}}
| ??
| May 28, 2017 to ??
| February 23, 2017 March 27, 2017 May 25, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|079|Slowpoke}} {{MSP|080|Slowbro}} {{MSP|147|Dratini}} {{MSP|148|Dragonair}} {{MSP|149|Dragonite}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017
| March 24 to April 1, 2017 April 24, 2017 May 28, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|204|Pineco}} {{MSP|205|Forretress}} {{MSP|291|Ninjask}} {{MSP|292|Shedinja}} {{MSP|412|Burmy}} {{MSP|413|Wormadam}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017
| March 24 to April 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|320|Wailmer}} {{MSP|321|Wailord}} {{MSP|456|Finneon}} {{MSP|457|Lumineon}} {{MSP|490|Manaphy}} {{MSP|489|Phione}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017
| March 24 to April 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|374|Beldum}} {{MSP|375|Metang}} {{MSP|376|Metagross}} {{MSP|622|Golett}} {{MSP|623|Golurk}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017 to ??
| March 24 to April 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|774|Minior}} {{MSP|774B|Minior}} {{MSP|774G|Minior}} {{MSP|774R|Minior}} {{MSP|774Y|Minior}} {{MSP|774I|Minior}} {{MSP|774V|Minior}} {{MSP|774O|Minior}}
| ??
| June 11 to 16, 2017
| March 24 to April 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|094M|Gengar}} {{MSP|302|Sableye}} {{MSP|302M|Sableye}} {{MSP|354M|Banette}} {{MSP|359|Absol}} {{MSP|359M|Absol}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| March 31 to April 8, 2017 to ??
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|228|Houndour}} {{MSP|229|Houndoom}} {{MSP|198|Murkrow}} {{MSP|215|Sneasel}} {{MSP|430|Honchkrow}} {{MSP|461|Weavile}}
| ??
| June 11 to 16, 2017
| March 31 to April 8, 2017 to ??
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|501|Oshawott}} {{MSP|502|Dewott}} {{MSP|503|Samurott}} {{MSP|550|Basculin}} {{MSP|550B|Basculin}} {{MSP|594|Alomomola}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017
| March 31 to April 8, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|039|Jigglypuff}} {{MSP|040|Wigglytuff}} {{MSP|035|Clefairy}} {{MSP|036|Clefable}} {{MSP|173|Cleffa}} {{MSP|531|Audino}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|050A|Diglett}} {{MSP|051A|Dugtrio}} {{MSP|074A|Geodude}} {{MSP|075A|Graveler}} {{MSP|076A|Golem}} {{MSP|088A|Grimer}} {{MSP|089A|Muk}} {{MSP|053A|Persian}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017
| April 30, 2017 May 26 to June 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|054|Psyduck}} {{MSP|055|Golduck}} {{MSP|318|Carvanha}} {{MSP|319|Sharpedo}} {{MSP|592|Frillish}} {{MSP|593|Jellicent}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|137|Porygon}} {{MSP|132|Ditto}} {{MSP|233|Porygon2}} {{MSP|351|Castform}} {{MSP|474|Porygon-Z}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|126|Magmar}} {{MSP|125|Electabuzz}} {{MSP|196|Espeon}} {{MSP|197|Umbreon}} {{MSP|467|Magmortar}} {{MSP|466|Electivire}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017
| May 12 to 20, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|152|Chikorita}} {{MSP|153|Bayleef}} {{MSP|154|Meganium}} {{MSP|191|Sunkern}} {{MSP|192|Sunflora}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017
| May 12 to 20, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|155|Cyndaquil}} {{MSP|156|Quilava}} {{MSP|157|Typhlosion}} {{MSP|218|Slugma}} {{MSP|219|Magcargo}}
| ??
| April 20 to 26, 2017
| ??
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|088|Grimer}} {{MSP|089|Muk}} {{MSP|109|Koffing}} {{MSP|110|Weezing}} {{MSP|048|Venonat}} {{MSP|316|Gulpin}} {{MSP|317|Swalot}}
| ??
| April 22 to 26, 2017
| May 12 to 20, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|431|Glameow}} {{MSP|432|Purugly}} {{MSP|677|Espurr}} {{MSP|678|Meowstic}} {{MSP|678F|Meowstic}}
| ??
| April 22 to 26, 2017
| May 12 to 20, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|585S|Deerling}} {{MSP|585A|Deerling}} {{MSP|585W|Deerling}} {{MSP|586S|Sawsbuck}} {{MSP|586A|Sawsbuck}} {{MSP|586W|Sawsbuck}}
| ??
| April 22 to 26, 2017
| May 12 to 20, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|025|Pikachu}} {{MSP|037|Vulpix}} {{MSP|038|Ninetales}} {{MSP|058|Growlithe}} {{MSP|059|Arcanine}} {{MSP|146|Moltres}}
| ??
| April 23 to 26, 2017
| May 12 to 20, 2017 June 15, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|113|Chansey}} {{MSP|108|Lickitung}} {{MSP|241|Miltank}} {{MSP|242|Blissey}} {{MSP|463|Lickilicky}} {{MSP|486|Regigigas}}
| ??
| April 23 to 26, 2017
| May 12 to 20, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|679|Honedge}} {{MSP|680|Doublade}} {{MSP|681|Aegislash}} {{MSP|681B|Aegislash}} {{MSP|707|Klefki}} {{MSP|718|Zygarde}} {{MSP|720|Hoopa}} {{MSP|720U|Hoopa}}
| ??
| April 23 to 26, 2017
| ??
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|069|Bellsprout}} {{MSP|070|Weepinbell}} {{MSP|071|Victreebel}} {{MSP|412G|Burmy}} {{MSP|412S|Burmy}} {{MSP|413G|Wormadam}} {{MSP|413S|Wormadam}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| May 12 to 20, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|222|Corsola}} {{MSP|245|Suicune}} {{MSP|366|Clamperl}} {{MSP|367|Huntail}} {{MSP|368|Gorebyss}}
| ??
| May 29 to June 3, 2017
| May 12 to 20, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|643|Reshiram}} {{MSP|644|Zekrom}} {{MSP|646|Kyurem}} {{MSP|646W|Kyurem}} {{MSP|646B|Kyurem}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| May 12 to 20, 2017 June 14, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|027|Sandshrew}} {{MSP|028|Sandslash}} {{MSP|050|Diglett}} {{MSP|051|Dugtrio}} {{MSP|529|Drilbur}} {{MSP|530|Excadrill}}
| ??
| June 12 to 17, 2017
| May 26 to June 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|143|Snorlax}} {{MSP|206|Dunsparce}} {{MSP|557|Dwebble}} {{MSP|558|Crustle}} {{MSP|588|Karrablast}} {{MSP|589|Escavalier}} {{MSP|616|Shelmet}}
| ??
| June 12 to 17, 2017
| May 26 to June 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|216|Teddiursa}} {{MSP|217|Ursaring}} {{MSP|613|Cubchoo}} {{MSP|614|Beartic}} {{MSP|674|Pancham}} {{MSP|675|Pangoro}}
| ??
| June 12 to 17, 2017
| May 26 to June 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|433|Chingling}} {{MSP|475|Gallade}} {{MSP|475M|Gallade}} {{MSP|480|Uxie}} {{MSP|481|Mesprit}} {{MSP|482|Azelf}}
| ??
| June 11 to 16, 2017
| May 26 to June 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|226|Mantine}} {{MSP|278|Wingull}} {{MSP|279|Pelipper}} {{MSP|580|Ducklett}} {{MSP|581|Swanna}}
| ??
| June 11 to 16, 2017
| May 29, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|261|Poochyena}} {{MSP|262|Mightyena}} {{MSP|355|Duskull}} {{MSP|356|Dusclops}} {{MSP|353|Shuppet}} {{MSP|354|Banette}}
| ??
| June 12 to 17, 2017
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|524|Roggenrola}} {{MSP|525|Boldore}} {{MSP|526|Gigalith}} {{MSP|566|Archen}} {{MSP|567|Archeops}} {{MSP|644|Zekrom}} {{MSP|646B|Kyurem}}
| ??
| June 12 to 17, 2017
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|785|Tapu Koko}} {{MSP|786|Tapu Lele}} {{MSP|787|Tapu Bulu}} {{MSP|788|Tapu Fini}} {{MSP|789|Cosmog}} {{MSP|790|Cosmoem}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|793|Nihilego}} {{MSP|794|Buzzwole}} {{MSP|795|Pheromosa}} {{MSP|796|Xurkitree}} {{MSP|797|Celesteela}} {{MSP|798|Kartana}} {{MSP|799|Guzzlord}} {{MSP|800|Necrozma}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|335|Zangoose}} {{MSP|336|Seviper}} {{MSP|632|Durant}} {{MSP|631|Heatmor}} {{MSP|649|Genesect}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|345|Lileep}} {{MSP|346|Cradily}} {{MSP|347|Anorith}} {{MSP|348|Armaldo}} {{MSP|377|Regirock}}
| ??
| June 12 to 17, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|650|Chespin}} {{MSP|651|Quilladin}} {{MSP|652|Chesnaught}} {{MSP|672|Skiddo}} {{MSP|673|Gogoat}}
| ??
| June 12 to 17, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|150MX|Mewtwo}} {{MSP|150MY|Mewtwo}} {{MSP|282M|Gardevoir}} {{MSP|310M|Manectric}} {{MSP|445M|Garchomp}} {{MSP|448M|Lucario}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 16 to 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|155|Cyndaquil}} {{MSP|156|Quilava}} {{MSP|157|Typhlosion}} {{MSP|218|Slugma}} {{MSP|219|Magcargo}}
| ??
| ??
| June 16 to 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|238|Smoochum}} {{MSP|251|Celebi}} {{MSP|360|Wynaut}} {{MSP|439|Mime Jr.}} {{MSP|447|Riolu}} {{MSP|446|Munchlax}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 16 to 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|621|Druddigon}} {{MSP|610|Axew}} {{MSP|611|Fraxure}} {{MSP|612|Haxorus}} {{MSP|643|Reshiram}} {{MSP|646W|Kyurem}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 16 to 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|676St|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676He|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676Di|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676Ma|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676Da|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676De|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676Ka|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676La|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676Ph|Furfrou}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 16 to 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|074|Geodude}} {{MSP|075|Graveler}} {{MSP|076|Golem}} {{MSP|095|Onix}} {{MSP|208|Steelix}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| ??
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|072|Tentacool}} {{MSP|073|Tentacruel}} {{MSP|131|Lapras}} {{MSP|083|Farfetch'd}} {{MSP|086|Seel}} {{MSP|087|Dewgong}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| ??
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|373M|Salamence}} {{MSP|376M|Metagross}} {{MSP|380M|Latias}} {{MSP|381M|Latios}} {{MSP|384M|Rayquaza}} {{MSP|384M|Rayquaza}}[[File:ShinyVIIStar.png]] {{MSP|721|Volcanion}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| ??
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|403|Shinx}} {{MSP|404|Luxio}} {{MSP|405|Luxray}} {{MSP|479|Rotom}} {{MSP|488|Cresselia}} {{MSP|491|Darkrai}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| ??
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|639|Terrakion}} {{MSP|640|Virizion}} {{MSP|638|Cobalion}} {{MSP|647|Keldeo}} {{MSP|647R|Keldeo}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| ??
|}

===Pokémon Special Collection===
These badge sets are themed around holidays, and are usually Pokémon-shaped items.
{| class="roundy" style="background: #{{platinum color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{white color dark}}"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="background:#{{white color}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Pokémon
! colspan="3" style="background:#{{white color}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | Dates available
|- style="background:#{{white color}};"
! Japan
! North America
! PAL
|- style="background:#FFF;"

| '''Easter Eggs''' {{MSP|004|Charmander}} {{MSP|025|Pikachu}} {{MSP|102|Exeggcute}} {{MSP|113|Chansey}} {{MSP|393|Piplup}}
| March 19, 2016 to ??
| March 24 to 30, 2016 April 6 to 9, 2017
| March 25, 2016 to ??
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| '''Easter Eggs''' {{MSP|133|Eevee}} {{MSP|152|Chikorita}} {{MSP|175|Togepi}} {{MSP|184|Azumarill}} {{MSP|427|Buneary}}
| March 19, 2016 to ??
| March 24 to 30, 2016 April 6 to 9, 2017
| March 25, 2016 to ??

|}

===Pokémon Pixels===
These are badges of Pokémon party and PC sprites.
{| class="roundy" style="background: #{{platinum color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{white color dark}}"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="background:#{{white color}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | Pokémon
! colspan="3" style="background:#{{white color}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | Dates available
|- style="background:#{{white color}};"
! Japan
! North America
! PAL
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|001|Bulbasaur}} {{MSP|004|Charmander}} {{MSP|007|Squirtle}} {{MSP|016|Pidgey}} {{MSP|019|Rattata}} {{MSP|032|Nidoran♂}} {{MSP|039|Jigglypuff}} {{MSP|094|Gengar}}
| March 25 to 31, 2016
| March 31 to April 10, 2016 July 28 to August 3, 2016 September 19 to 21, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016 February 18 to 22, 2017
| April 8, 2016 to ?? November 2, 2016 November 26, 2016 December 17, 2016 January 1, 2017 January 23, 2017 February 12, 2017 February 26, 2017 March 14, 2017 April 2, 2017 May 11, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|010|Caterpie}} {{MSP|011|Metapod}} {{MSP|013|Weedle}} {{MSP|014|Kakuna}} {{MSP|017|Pidgeotto}} {{MSP|025|Pikachu}}
| March 25 to 31, 2016
| March 31 to April 10, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016 November 14, 2016 January 17, 2017<br/February 16 to 19, 2017
| April 8, 2016 to ?? November 2, 2016 December 14, 2016 December 31, 2016 January 22, 2017 February 6, 2017 February 24, 2017 March 11, 2017 April 9, 2017 May 2, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|024|Arbok}} {{MSP|042|Golbat}} {{MSP|048|Venonat}} {{MSP|049|Venomoth}} {{MSP|089|Muk}} {{MSP|109|Koffing}} {{MSP|110|Weezing}} {{MSP|132|Ditto}}
| March 25 to 31, 2016
| March 31 to April 10, 2016 September 17, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016 January 17, 2017
| April 8, 2016 to ?? October 25, 2016 November 22, 2016 January 5, 2017 January 12, 2017 January 30, 2017 April 24, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|026|Raichu}} {{MSP|066|Machop}} {{MSP|081|Magnemite}} {{MSP|098|Krabby}} {{MSP|100|Voltorb}} {{MSP|101|Electrode}} {{MSP|135|Jolteon}}
| March 25 to 31, 2016
| March 31 to April 10, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016 January 18, 2017 March 23 to 26, 2017
| April 8, 2016 to ?? October 25, 2016 November 19, 2016 January 2, 2017 January 25, 2017 February 15, 2017 March 7, 2017 April 11, 2017 May 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|027|Sandshrew}} {{MSP|037|Vulpix}} {{MSP|050|Diglett}} {{MSP|074|Geodude}} {{MSP|075|Graveler}} {{MSP|095|Onix}} {{MSP|138|Omanyte}} {{MSP|140|Kabuto}}
| March 25 to 31, 2016
| March 31 to April 10, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016 January 18, 2017 February 19 to 22, 2017
| April 8, 2016 to ?? October 25, 2016 November 29, 2016 January 9, 2017 January 31, 2017 February 21, 2017 March 16, 2017 April 11, 2017 May 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|031|Nidoqueen}} {{MSP|034|Nidoking}} {{MSP|051|Dugtrio}} {{MSP|053|Persian}} {{MSP|111|Rhyhorn}} {{MSP|112|Rhydon}} {{MSP|115|Kangaskhan}}
| March 25 to 31, 2016 ?? to June 4, 2016
| March 31 to April 10, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016 January 18, 2017
| April 8, 2016 to ?? October 26, 2016 November 22, 2016 January 2, 2017 January 10, 2017 March 16, 2017 April 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|038|Ninetales}} {{MSP|058|Growlithe}} {{MSP|059|Arcanine}} {{MSP|077|Ponyta}} {{MSP|078|Rapidash}} {{MSP|126|Magmar}} {{MSP|136|Flareon}}
| March 25 to 31, 2016
| March 31 to April 10, 2016 October 23 to 29, 2016 November 12, 2016 January 18, 2017 March 23 to 26, 2017
| April 8, 2016 to ?? October 25, 2016 November 18, 2016 December 25, 2016 January 7, 2017 January 21, 2017 February 5, 2017 February 19, 2017 March 4, 2017 March 17, 2017 April 3, 2017 April 23, 2017 May 8, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|043|Oddish}} {{MSP|044|Gloom}} {{MSP|045|Vileplume}} {{MSP|069|Bellsprout}} {{MSP|070|Weepinbell}} {{MSP|071|Victreebel}} {{MSP|102|Exeggcute}} {{MSP|114|Tangela}}
| March 25 to 31, 2016
| March 31 to April 10, 2016 October 23 to 29, 2016
| April 8, 2016 to ?? October 25, 2016 November 21, 2016 January 4, 2017 January 11, 2017 March 15, 2017 May 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|054|Psyduck}} {{MSP|061|Poliwhirl}} {{MSP|090|Shellder}} {{MSP|116|Horsea}} {{MSP|118|Goldeen}} {{MSP|120|Staryu}} {{MSP|121|Starmie}} {{MSP|134|Vaporeon}}
| March 25 to 31, 2016
| March 31 to April 10, 2016 July 28 to August 3, 2016 October 23 to 29, 2016 February 19 to 22, 2017 March 23 to 26, 2017
| April 8, 2016 to ?? October 25, 2016 November 27, 2016 February 2, 2017 February 22, 2017 March 14, 2017 April 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|063|Abra}} {{MSP|064|Kadabra}} {{MSP|065|Alakazam}} {{MSP|080|Slowbro}} {{MSP|096|Drowzee}} {{MSP|097|Hypno}} {{MSP|122|Mr. Mime}}
| March 25 to 31, 2016
| March 31 to April 10, 2016 September 17, 2016 October 23 to 29, 2016 November 28, 2016
| April 8, 2016 to ?? October 25, 2016 March 22, 2017 April 7, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|002|Ivysaur}} {{MSP|005|Charmeleon}} {{MSP|008|Wartortle}} {{MSP|057|Primeape}} {{MSP|067|Machoke}} {{MSP|105|Marowak}} {{MSP|113|Chansey}}
| November 2, 2016
| July 28 to August 7, 2016 September 19 to 21, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016 February 16 to 21, 2017
| November 25, 2016 December 17, 2016 December 30, 2016 January 24, 2017 February 14, 2017 March 6, 2017 March 28, 2017 May 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|003|Venusaur}} {{MSP|006|Charizard}} {{MSP|009|Blastoise}} {{MSP|131|Lapras}} {{MSP|133|Eevee}} {{MSP|143|Snorlax}} {{MSP|151|Mew}}
| ??
| July 28 to August 7, 2016 September 19 to 21, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016 February 16 to 22, 2017 March 23 to 26, 2017
| October 26, 2016 November 21, 2016 December 11, 2016 December 25, 2016 January 7, 2017 January 21, 2017 February 4, 2017 February 18, 2017 March 4, 2017 March 19, 2017 April 2, 2017 April 23, 2017 May 7, 2017 May 30, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|012|Butterfree}} {{MSP|015|Beedrill}} {{MSP|021|Spearow}} {{MSP|022|Fearow}} {{MSP|144|Articuno}} {{MSP|145|Zapdos}} {{MSP|146|Moltres}}
| ??
| July 28 to August 7, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016 January 17, 2017
| November 2, 2016 November 26, 2016 December 17, 2016 January 3, 2017 January 26, 2017 February 10, 2017 February 26, 2017 March 13, 2017 May 2, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|018|Pidgeot}} {{MSP|068|Machamp}} {{MSP|076|Golem}} {{MSP|103|Exeggutor}} {{MSP|106|Hitmonlee}} {{MSP|107|Hitmonchan}} {{MSP|142|Aerodactyl}} {{MSP|149|Dragonite}}
| ??
| July 28 to August 7, 2016 September 19 to 21, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016 February 16 to 18, 2017
| November 3, 2016 November 28, 2016 December 17, 2016 January 4, 2017 January 29, 2017 February 14, 2017 March 7, 2017 April 6, 2017 May 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|020|Raticate}} {{MSP|052|Meowth}} {{MSP|062|Poliwrath}} {{MSP|088|Grimer}} {{MSP|092|Gastly}} {{MSP|093|Haunter}} {{MSP|137|Porygon}}
| ??
| July 28 to August 7, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016 January 17, 2017 February 16 to 18, 2017
| November 2, 2016 January 26, 2017 February 22, 2017 March 15, 2017 May 18, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|023|Ekans}} {{MSP|035|Clefairy}} {{MSP|036|Clefable}} {{MSP|041|Zubat}} {{MSP|046|Paras}} {{MSP|139|Omastar}} {{MSP|141|Kabutops}}
| ??
| July 28 to August 7, 2016 September 17, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016 January 17, 2017
| November 2, 2016 January 12, 2017 February 1, 2017 February 20, 2017 March 13, 2017 May 18, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|028|Sandslash}} {{MSP|040|Wigglytuff}} {{MSP|047|Parasect}} {{MSP|082|Magneton}} {{MSP|085|Dodrio}} {{MSP|150|Mewtwo}}
| ??
| July 28 to August 7, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016 February 17 to 22, 2017
| November 2, 2016 November 24, 2016 December 11, 2016 December 27, 2016 January 20, 2017 February 3, 2017 February 19, 2017 March 5, 2017 March 20, 2017 April 8, 2017 May 3, 2017 May 30, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|029|Nidoran♀}} {{MSP|030|Nidorina}} {{MSP|056|Mankey}} {{MSP|083|Farfetch'd}} {{MSP|108|Lickitung}} {{MSP|124|Jynx}} {{MSP|125|Electabuzz}}
| ??
| July 28 to August 7, 2016 October 20 to 26, 2016
| November 2, 2016 February 8, 2017 March 2, 2017 March 21, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|055|Golduck}} {{MSP|079|Slowpoke}} {{MSP|086|Seel}} {{MSP|087|Dewgong}} {{MSP|091|Cloyster}} {{MSP|099|Kingler}} {{MSP|117|Seadra}}
| ??
| July 28 to August 7, 2016 October 23 to 29, 2016 November 30, 2016 February 16 to 18, 2017
| November 2, 2016 February 6, 2017 February 28, 2017 March 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| {{MSP|060|Poliwag}} {{MSP|072|Tentacool}} {{MSP|073|Tentacruel}} {{MSP|119|Seaking}} {{MSP|129|Magikarp}} {{MSP|130|Gyarados}} {{MSP|147|Dratini}} {{MSP|148|Dragonair}}
| ??
| July 28 to August 7, 2016 September 17, 2016 October 23 to 29, 2016 November 29, 2016 February 16 to 20, 2017
| November 2, 2016 November 27, 2016 January 5, 2017 January 28, 2017 February 12, 2017 February 24, 2017 March 23, 2017 April 9, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|686|Inkay}} {{MSP|687|Malamar}} {{MSP|696|Tyrunt}} {{MSP|697|Tyrantrum}} {{MSP|698|Amaura}} {{MSP|699|Aurorus}} {{MSP|703|Carbink}}
| ??
| September 15, 2016 November 25, 2016
| November 28, 2016 December 28, 2016 January 27, 2017 February 15, 2017 March 3, 2017 March 20, 2017 April 10, 2017 May 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|679|Honedge}} {{MSP|680|Doublade}} {{MSP|681|Aegislash}} {{MSP|681B|Aegislash}} {{MSP|690|Skrelp}} {{MSP|691|Dragalge}} {{MSP|707|Klefki}}
| ??
| September 15, 2016 November 25, 2016 February 7 to 9, 2017
| November 6, 2016 November 30, 2016 January 6, 2017 February 2, 2017 February 23, 2017 March 12, 2017 May 9, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|674|Pancham}} {{MSP|675|Pangoro}} {{MSP|701|Hawlucha}} {{MSP|708|Phantump}} {{MSP|709|Trevenant}} {{MSP|710|Pumpkaboo}} {{MSP|711|Gourgeist}}
| ??
| September 15, 2016 November 26, 2016 February 7 to 9, 2017
| November 6, 2016 November 30, 2016 January 6, 2017 February 1, 2017 February 21, 2017 March 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|661|Fletchling}} {{MSP|662|Fletchinder}} {{MSP|663|Talonflame}} {{MSP|664|Scatterbug}} {{MSP|665|Spewpa}} {{MSP|666|Vivillon}} {{MSP|714|Noibat}} {{MSP|715|Noivern}}
| ??
| September 15, 2016 November 27, 2016 February 7 to 9, 2017
| November 7, 2016 December 1, 2016 December 21, 2016 January 10, 2017 February 9, 2017 March 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|177|Natu}} {{MSP|178|Xatu}} {{MSP|196|Espeon}} {{MSP|199|Slowking}} {{MSP|202|Wobbuffet}} {{MSP|238|Smoochum}}
| ??
| September 16, 2016 November 24, 2016 March 23 to 26, 2017
| ?? to October 22, 2016 November 20, 2016 December 11, 2016 December 29, 2016 January 20, 2017 February 7, 2017 February 27, 2017 March 19, 2017 April 23, 2017 May 11, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|197|Umbreon}} {{MSP|198|Murkrow}} {{MSP|215|Sneasel}} {{MSP|228|Houndour}} {{MSP|229|Houndoom}} {{MSP|236|Tyrogue}} {{MSP|237|Hitmontop}}
| ??
| September 16, 2016 October 20, 2016 November 29, 2016 March 13 to 18, 2017 March 23 to 26, 2017
| ?? to October 22, 2016 November 20, 2016 December 11, 2016 December 28, 2016 January 24, 2017 February 16, 2017 March 9, 2017 April 10, 2017 May 8, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|656|Froakie}} {{MSP|657|Frogadier}} {{MSP|658|Greninja}} {{MSP|692|Clauncher}} {{MSP|693|Clawitzer}} {{MSP|688|Binacle}} {{MSP|689|Barbaracle}}
| ??
| September 16, 2016 November 28, 2016 February 7 to 9, 2017
| November 8, 2016 December 30, 2016 January 9, 2017 February 9, 2017 March 2, 2017 March 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|659|Bunnelby}} {{MSP|660|Diggersby}} {{MSP|676|Furfrou}} {{MSP|677|Espurr}} {{MSP|678|Meowstic}} {{MSP|678F|Meowstic}}
| ??
| September 16, 2016 November 27, 2016
| November 9, 2016 January 3, 2017 January 25, 2017 February 16, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|032|Nidoran♂}} {{MSP|084|Doduo}} {{MSP|104|Cubone}} {{MSP|123|Scyther}} {{MSP|127|Pinsir}} {{MSP|128|Tauros}}
| ??
| October 20 to 26, 2016
| November 3, 2016 January 1, 2017 January 8, 2017 January 23, 2017 February 23, 2017 March 23, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|033|Nidorino}} {{MSP|167|Spinarak}} {{MSP|168|Ariados}} {{MSP|169|Crobat}} {{MSP|200|Misdreavus}} {{MSP|211|Qwilfish}}
| ??
| October 20 to 26, 2016 November 25, 2016 January 18, 2017
| ?? to October 22, 2016 November 9, 2016 February 7, 2017 March 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|650|Chespin}} {{MSP|651|Quilladin}} {{MSP|652|Chesnaught}} {{MSP|672|Skiddo}} {{MSP|673|Gogoat}} {{MSP|712|Bergmite}} {{MSP|713|Avalugg}}
| ??
| October 21, 2016 November 29, 2016
| November 7, 2016 December 7, 2016 February 8, 2017 March 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|152|Chikorita}} {{MSP|153|Bayleef}} {{MSP|154|Meganium}} {{MSP|191|Sunkern}} {{MSP|192|Sunflora}} {{MSP|182|Bellossom}} {{MSP|251|Celebi}}
| ??
| October 23 to 29, 2016 November 27, 2016 March 12 to 17, 2017
| ?? to October 22, 2016 November 19, 2016 December 21, 2016 January 8, 2017 January 22, 2017 February 3, 2017 February 17, 2017 March 8, 2017 April 8, 2017 May 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|155|Cyndaquil}} {{MSP|156|Quilava}} {{MSP|157|Typhlosion}} {{MSP|240|Magby}} {{MSP|218|Slugma}} {{MSP|219|Magcargo}} {{MSP|244|Entei}} {{MSP|250|Ho-Oh}}
| ??
| October 23 to 29, 2016 November 24 to 30, 2016 March 12 to 17, 2017
| ?? to October 22, 2016 November 18, 2016 December 26, 2016 January 15, 2017 January 29, 2017 February 11, 2017 February 25, 2017 March 11, 2017 March 28, 2017 April 26, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|185|Sudowoodo}} {{MSP|208|Steelix}} {{MSP|212|Scizor}} {{MSP|227|Skarmory}} {{MSP|246|Larvitar}} {{MSP|247|Pupitar}} {{MSP|248|Tyranitar}}
| ??
| November 30, 2016 March 13 to 18, 2017
| ?? to October 22, 2016 December 1, 2016 January 11, 2017 February 5, 2017 February 17, 2017 March 9, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|653|Fennekin}} {{MSP|654|Braixen}} {{MSP|655|Delphox}} {{MSP|667|Litleo}} {{MSP|668|Pyroar}} {{MSP|668F|Pyroar}}
| ??
| October 22, 2016 November 28, 2016 December 27, 2016
| November 21, 2016 January 31, 2017 February 20, 2017 March 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|172|Pichu}} {{MSP|179|Mareep}} {{MSP|180|Flaaffy}} {{MSP|181|Ampharos}} {{MSP|239|Elekid}} {{MSP|243|Raikou}}
| ??
| October 23 to 29, 2016 November 24 to 30, 2016 March 12 to 17, 2017
| January 13 to 21, 2017 February 10, 2017 February 27, 2017 March 21, 2017 April 12, 2017 May 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|669|Flabébé}} {{MSP|670|Floette}} {{MSP|671|Florges}} {{MSP|682|Spritzee}} {{MSP|683|Aromatisse}} {{MSP|684|Swirlix}} {{MSP|685|Slurpuff}} {{MSP|700|Sylveon}}
| ??
| October 23 to 29, 2016 November 26, 2016 February 7 to 9, 2017 March 23 to 26, 2017
| November 25, 2016 December 26, 2016 January 15, 2017 January 27, 2017 February 13, 2017 March 6, 2017 April 5, 2017 May 9, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|694|Helioptile}} {{MSP|695|Heliolisk}} {{MSP|702|Dedenne}} {{MSP|704|Goomy}} {{MSP|705|Sliggoo}} {{MSP|706|Goodra}}
| ??
| November 24, 2016
| November 8, 2016 December 29, 2016 January 17, 2017 April 12, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|161|Sentret}} {{MSP|162|Furret}} {{MSP|190|Aipom}} {{MSP|206|Dunsparce}} {{MSP|216|Teddiursa}} {{MSP|217|Ursaring}}
| ??
| November 24 to 27, 2016
| January 13 to 21, 2017 April 24, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|163|Hoothoot}} {{MSP|164|Noctowl}} {{MSP|187|Hoppip}} {{MSP|188|Skiploom}} {{MSP|189|Jumpluff}} {{MSP|225|Delibird}} {{MSP|249|Lugia}}
| ??
| November 24 to 27, 2016 March 14 to 19, 2017
| January 13 to 21, 2017 February 13, 2017 March 8, 2017 April 5, 2017 April 26, 2017 May 15, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|165|Ledyba}} {{MSP|166|Ledian}} {{MSP|193|Yanma}} {{MSP|204|Pineco}} {{MSP|205|Forretress}} {{MSP|214|Heracross}} {{MSP|213|Shuckle}}
| ??
| November 24 to 27, 2016
| February 24 to March 4, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|173|Cleffa}} {{MSP|174|Igglybuff}} {{MSP|175|Togepi}} {{MSP|176|Togetic}} {{MSP|183|Marill}} {{MSP|184|Azumarill}} {{MSP|209|Snubbull}} {{MSP|210|Granbull}}
| ??
| November 24 to 27, 2016 March 13 to 18, 2017
| February 24 to March 4, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|201|Unown}} {{MSP|201B|Unown}} {{MSP|201C|Unown}} {{MSP|201D|Unown}} {{MSP|201E|Unown}} {{MSP|201F|Unown}} {{MSP|201G|Unown}} {{MSP|201H|Unown}} {{MSP|201I|Unown}} {{MSP|201J|Unown}} {{MSP|201K|Unown}} {{MSP|201L|Unown}} {{MSP|201M|Unown}} {{MSP|201EX|Unown}}
| ??
| November 24 to 27, 2016 February 6 to 8, 2017
| January 6 to 14, 2017 January 30, 2017 February 28, 2017 March 18, 2017 April 7, 2017 April 30, 2017 May 15, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|201N|Unown}} {{MSP|201O|Unown}} {{MSP|201P|Unown}} {{MSP|201Q|Unown}} {{MSP|201R|Unown}} {{MSP|201S|Unown}} {{MSP|201T|Unown}} {{MSP|201U|Unown}} {{MSP|201V|Unown}} {{MSP|201W|Unown}} {{MSP|201X|Unown}} {{MSP|201Y|Unown}} {{MSP|201Z|Unown}} {{MSP|201QU|Unown}}
| ??
| November 24 to 27, 2016 February 6 to 8, 2017
| January 6 to 14, 2017 January 28, 2017 February 11, 2017 February 25, 2017 March 12, 2017 April 4, 2017 May 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|170|Chinchou}} {{MSP|171|Lanturn}} {{MSP|186|Politoed}} {{MSP|222|Corsola}} {{MSP|230|Kingdra}} {{MSP|245|Suicune}}
| ??
| November 24 to 30, 2016
| February 24 to March 4, 2017 April 30, 2017 May 16, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|203|Girafarig}} {{MSP|233|Porygon2}} {{MSP|234|Stantler}} {{MSP|235|Smeargle}} {{MSP|241|Miltank}} {{MSP|242|Blissey}}
| ??
| November 24 to 27, 2016
| January 13 to 21, 2017 April 24, 2017 May 16, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|716|Xerneas}} {{MSP|717|Yveltal}} {{MSP|718|Zygarde}} {{MSP|719|Diancie}} {{MSP|720|Hoopa}}
| ??
| November 24, 2016
| November 24, 2016 December 14, 2016 December 31, 2016 January 17, 2017 February 4, 2017 February 18, 2017 March 5, 2017 March 18, 2017 April 4, 2017 April 23, 2017 May 7, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|158|Totodile}} {{MSP|159|Croconaw}} {{MSP|160|Feraligatr}} {{MSP|223|Remoraid}} {{MSP|224|Octillery}} {{MSP|226|Mantine}}
| ??
| November 26, 2016
| February 24 to March 4, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|194|Wooper}} {{MSP|195|Quagsire}} {{MSP|207|Gligar}} {{MSP|220|Swinub}} {{MSP|221|Piloswine}} {{MSP|231|Phanpy}} {{MSP|232|Donphan}}
| ??
| November 30, 2016 March 14 to 19, 2017
| January 13 to 21, 2017 April 24, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|258|Mudkip}} {{MSP|259|Marshtomp}} {{MSP|260|Swampert}} {{MSP|341|Corphish}} {{MSP|342|Crawdaunt}} {{MSP|351R|Castform}} {{MSP|369|Relicanth}}
| ??
| February 2 to 6, 2017 March 26 to 29, 2017
| April 28 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|261|Poochyena}} {{MSP|262|Mightyena}} {{MSP|302|Sableye}} {{MSP|318|Carvanha}} {{MSP|319|Sharpedo}} {{MSP|359|Absol}}
| ??
| February 2 to 6, 2017 March 14 to 19, 2017
| April 21 to 29, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|270|Lotad}} {{MSP|271|Lombre}} {{MSP|272|Ludicolo}} {{MSP|339|Barboach}} {{MSP|340|Whiscash}} {{MSP|349|Feebas}} {{MSP|350|Milotic}}
| ??
| February 2 to 6, 2017
| April 28 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|320|Wailmer}} {{MSP|321|Wailord}} {{MSP|366|Clamperl}} {{MSP|367|Huntail}} {{MSP|368|Gorebyss}} {{MSP|370|Luvdisc}} {{MSP|382|Kyogre}}
| ??
| February 2 to 6, 2017 March 26 to 29, 2017
| April 28 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|401|Kricketot}} {{MSP|402|Kricketune}} {{MSP|412S|Burmy}} {{MSP|413S|Wormadam}} {{MSP|414|Mothim}} {{MSP|461|Weavile}} {{MSP|471|Glaceon}} {{MSP|473|Mamoswine}}
| ??
| March 23 to 26, 2017
| May 19 to 27, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|406|Budew}} {{MSP|407|Roserade}} {{MSP|413|Wormadam}} {{MSP|455|Carnivine}} {{MSP|459|Snover}} {{MSP|460|Abomasnow}} {{MSP|470|Leafeon}} {{MSP|465|Tangrowth}}
| ??
| March 23 to 26, 2017
| May 26 to June 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|252|Treecko}} {{MSP|253|Grovyle}} {{MSP|254|Sceptile}} {{MSP|331|Cacnea}} {{MSP|332|Cacturne}} {{MSP|345|Lileep}} {{MSP|346|Cradily}}
| ??
| March 26 to 29, 2017
| April 27 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|255|Torchic}} {{MSP|256|Combusken}} {{MSP|257|Blaziken}} {{MSP|322|Numel}} {{MSP|323|Camerupt}} {{MSP|324|Torkoal}} {{MSP|351S|Castform}}
| ??
| March 26 to 29, 2017
| April 28 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|265|Wurmple}} {{MSP|266|Silcoon}} {{MSP|267|Beautifly}} {{MSP|268|Cascoon}} {{MSP|269|Dustox}} {{MSP|314|Illumise}}
| ??
| March 26 to 29, 2017
| May 19 to 27, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|283|Surskit}} {{MSP|284|Masquerain}} {{MSP|290|Nincada}} {{MSP|291|Ninjask}} {{MSP|292|Shedinja}} {{MSP|313|Volbeat}}
| ??
| March 26 to 29, 2017
| May 19 to 27, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|304|Aron}} {{MSP|305|Lairon}} {{MSP|306|Aggron}} {{MSP|303|Mawile}} {{MSP|379|Registeel}} {{MSP|385|Jirachi}}
| ??
| March 26 to 29, 2017
| ??
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|328|Trapinch}} {{MSP|329|Vibrava}} {{MSP|330|Flygon}} {{MSP|343|Baltoy}} {{MSP|344|Claydol}} {{MSP|383|Groudon}}
| ??
| March 26 to 29, 2017
| April 28 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|371|Bagon}} {{MSP|372|Shelgon}} {{MSP|373|Salamence}} {{MSP|380|Latias}} {{MSP|381|Latios}} {{MSP|384|Rayquaza}}
| ??
| March 26 to 29, 2017
| April 28 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|413G|Wormadam}} {{MSP|443|Gible}} {{MSP|444|Gabite}} {{MSP|445|Garchomp}} {{MSP|449|Hippopotas}} {{MSP|450|Hippowdon}} {{MSP|464|Rhyperior}}
| ??
| March 26 to 29, 2017
| May 19 to 27, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|433|Chingling}} {{MSP|436|Bronzor}} {{MSP|437|Bronzong}} {{MSP|439|Mime Jr.}} {{MSP|480|Uxie}} {{MSP|481|Mesprit}} {{MSP|482|Azelf}} {{MSP|488|Cresselia}}
| ??
| March 26 to 29, 2017
| May 19 to 27, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|280|Ralts}} {{MSP|281|Kirlia}} {{MSP|282|Gardevoir}} {{MSP|358|Chimecho}} {{MSP|386D|Deoxys}} {{MSP|386S|Deoxys}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| April 21 to 29, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|299|Nosepass}} {{MSP|337|Lunatone}} {{MSP|338|Solrock}} {{MSP|347|Anorith}} {{MSP|348|Armaldo}} {{MSP|377|Regirock}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| April 21 to 29, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|285|Shroomish}} {{MSP|286|Breloom}} {{MSP|273|Seedot}} {{MSP|274|Nuzleaf}} {{MSP|275|Shiftry}} {{MSP|315|Roselia}} {{MSP|357|Tropius}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| April 28 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|304|Aron}} {{MSP|305|Lairon}} {{MSP|306|Aggron}} {{MSP|303|Mawile}} {{MSP|379|Registeel}} {{MSP|385|Jirachi}}
| ??
| ??
| April 28 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|296|Makuhita}} {{MSP|297|Hariyama}} {{MSP|311|Plusle}} {{MSP|312|Minun}} {{MSP|309|Electrike}} {{MSP|310|Manectric}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| April 28 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|293|Whismur}} {{MSP|294|Loudred}} {{MSP|295|Exploud}} {{MSP|300|Skitty}} {{MSP|301|Delcatty}} {{MSP|327|Spinda}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| April 28 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|316|Gulpin}} {{MSP|317|Swalot}} {{MSP|336|Seviper}} {{MSP|353|Shuppet}} {{MSP|354|Banette}} {{MSP|355|Duskull}} {{MSP|356|Dusclops}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| April 28 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|307|Meditite}} {{MSP|308|Medicham}} {{MSP|325|Spoink}} {{MSP|326|Grumpig}} {{MSP|360|Wynaut}} {{MSP|386A|Deoxys}} {{MSP|386S|Deoxys}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| April 28 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|351H|Castform}} {{MSP|361|Snorunt}} {{MSP|362|Glalie}} {{MSP|363|Spheal}} {{MSP|364|Sealeo}} {{MSP|365|Walrein}} {{MSP|378|Regice}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| April 28 to May 6, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|390|Chimchar}} {{MSP|391|Monferno}} {{MSP|392|Infernape}} {{MSP|403|Shinx}} {{MSP|404|Luxio}} {{MSP|405|Luxray}} {{MSP|417|Pachirisu}} {{MSP|467|Magmortar}} {{MSP|485|Heatran}}
| ??
| June 1 to 7, 2017
| May 5 to 13, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|393|Piplup}} {{MSP|394|Prinplup}} {{MSP|395|Empoleon}} {{MSP|422|Shellos}} {{MSP|423|Gastrodon}} {{MSP|457|Lumineon}} {{MSP|458|Mantyke}}
| ??
| June 1 to 7, 2017
| May 5 to 13, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|418|Buizel}} {{MSP|419|Floatzel}} {{MSP|422E|Shellos}} {{MSP|423E|Gastrodon}} {{MSP|456|Finneon}} {{MSP|489|Phione}} {{MSP|490|Manaphy}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| May 5 to 13, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|462|Magnezone}} {{MSP|466|Electivire}} {{MSP|479|Rotom}} {{MSP|479O|Rotom}} {{MSP|479W|Rotom}} {{MSP|479F|Rotom}} {{MSP|479L|Rotom}} {{MSP|479R|Rotom}}
| ??
| June 1 to 7, 2017
| May 5 to 13, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|568|Trubbish}} {{MSP|569|Garbodor}} {{MSP|583|Vanillish}} {{MSP|582|Vanillite}} {{MSP|584|Vanilluxe}} {{MSP|613|Cubchoo}} {{MSP|614|Beartic}} {{MSP|615|Cryogonal}}
| ??
| June 1 to 7, 2017
| May 5 to 13, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|504|Patrat}} {{MSP|505|Watchog}} {{MSP|585|Deerling}} {{MSP|585W|Deerling}} {{MSP|586|Sawsbuck}} {{MSP|586W|Sawsbuck}} {{MSP|572|Minccino}} {{MSP|573|Cinccino}} {{MSP|626|Bouffalant}}
| ??
| June 1 to 7, 2017
| May 5 to 13, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|263|Zigzagoon}} {{MSP|264|Linoone}} {{MSP|287|Slakoth}} {{MSP|288|Vigoroth}} {{MSP|289|Slaking}} {{MSP|298|Azurill}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| May 19 to 27, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|276|Taillow}} {{MSP|277|Swellow}} {{MSP|278|Wingull}} {{MSP|279|Pelipper}} {{MSP|333|Swablu}} {{MSP|334|Altaria}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| May 19 to 27, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|335|Zangoose}} {{MSP|352|Kecleon}} {{MSP|351|Castform}} {{MSP|374|Beldum}} {{MSP|375|Metang}} {{MSP|376|Metagross}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| May 19 to 27, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|387|Turtwig}} {{MSP|388|Grotle}} {{MSP|389|Torterra}} {{MSP|420|Cherubi}} {{MSP|421|Cherrim}} {{MSP|421S|Cherrim}} {{MSP|492|Shaymin}} {{MSP|492S|Shaymin}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| May 26 to June 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|399|Bidoof}} {{MSP|400|Bibarel}} {{MSP|440|Happiny}} {{MSP|446|Munchlax}} {{MSP|424|Ambipom}} {{MSP|474|Porygon-Z}} {{MSP|486|Regigigas}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| May 26 to June 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|396|Starly}} {{MSP|397|Staravia}} {{MSP|398|Staraptor}} {{MSP|430|Honchkrow}} {{MSP|468|Togekiss}} {{MSP|469|Yanmega}} {{MSP|472|Gliscor}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| May 19 to 27, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|427|Buneary}} {{MSP|428|Lopunny}} {{MSP|431|Glameow}} {{MSP|432|Purugly}} {{MSP|441|Chatot}} {{MSP|463|Lickilicky}} {{MSP|493|Arceus}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| May 26 to June 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|412|Burmy}} {{MSP|412G|Burmy}} {{MSP|415|Combee}} {{MSP|416|Vespiquen}} {{MSP|447|Riolu}} {{MSP|448|Lucario}} {{MSP|475|Gallade}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| May 26 to June 3, 2017 to ??
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|425|Drifloon}} {{MSP|426|Drifblim}} {{MSP|429|Mismagius}} {{MSP|442|Spiritomb}} {{MSP|477|Dusknoir}} {{MSP|478|Froslass}} {{MSP|487|Giratina}} {{MSP|487O|Giratina}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| May 26 to June 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|408|Cranidos}} {{MSP|409|Rampardos}} {{MSP|410|Shieldon}} {{MSP|411|Bastiodon}} {{MSP|438|Bonsly}} {{MSP|476|Probopass}} {{MSP|483|Dialga}} {{MSP|484|Palkia}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| May 19 to 27, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|434|Stunky}} {{MSP|435|Skuntank}} {{MSP|453|Croagunk}} {{MSP|454|Toxicroak}} {{MSP|451|Skorupi}} {{MSP|452|Drapion}} {{MSP|491|Darkrai}}
| ??
| May 11 to 17, 2017
| May 26 to June 3, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|509|Purrloin}} {{MSP|510|Liepard}} {{MSP|559|Scraggy}} {{MSP|560|Scrafty}} {{MSP|570|Zorua}} {{MSP|571|Zoroark}} {{MSP|624|Pawniard}} {{MSP|625|Bisharp}}
| ??
| June 1 to 7, 2017
| May 26 to June 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|517|Munna}} {{MSP|518|Musharna}} {{MSP|577|Solosis}} {{MSP|578|Duosion}} {{MSP|579|Reuniclus}} {{MSP|605|Elgyem}} {{MSP|606|Beheeyem}} {{MSP|648|Meloetta}}
| ??
| June 1 to 7, 2017
| May 26 to June 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|524|Roggenrola}} {{MSP|525|Boldore}} {{MSP|526|Gigalith}} {{MSP|566|Archen}} {{MSP|567|Archeops}} {{MSP|564|Tirtouga}} {{MSP|565|Carracosta}} {{MSP|639|Terrakion}}
| ??
| June 1 to 7, 2017
| May 26 to June 1, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|495|Snivy}} {{MSP|496|Servine}} {{MSP|497|Serperior}} {{MSP|511|Pansage}} {{MSP|512|Simisage}} {{MSP|548|Petilil}} {{MSP|549|Lilligant}} {{MSP|556|Maractus}}
| ??
| June 1 to 7, 2017
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|506|Lillipup}} {{MSP|507|Herdier}} {{MSP|508|Stoutland}} {{MSP|531|Audino}} {{MSP|585|Deerling}} {{MSP|585S|Deerling}} {{MSP|586|Sawsbuck}} {{MSP|586S|Sawsbuck}}
| ??
| June 1 to 7, 2017
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|590|Foongus}} {{MSP|591|Amoonguss}} {{MSP|546|Cottonee}} {{MSP|547|Whimsicott}} {{MSP|574|Gothita}} {{MSP|575|Gothorita}} {{MSP|576|Gothitelle}} {{MSP|640|Virizion}}
| ??
| June 1 to 7, 2017
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|532|Timburr}} {{MSP|533|Gurdurr}} {{MSP|534|Conkeldurr}} {{MSP|539|Sawk}} {{MSP|538|Throh}} {{MSP|619|Mienfoo}} {{MSP|620|Mienshao}} {{MSP|648P|Meloetta}}
| ??
| June 1 to 7, 2017
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|529|Drilbur}} {{MSP|530|Excadrill}} {{MSP|551|Sandile}} {{MSP|552|Krokorok}} {{MSP|553|Krookodile}} {{MSP|618|Stunfisk}} {{MSP|645|Landorus}} {{MSP|645T|Landorus}}
| ??
| June 1 to 7, 2017
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|494|Victini}} {{MSP|607|Litwick}} {{MSP|608|Lampent}} {{MSP|609|Chandelure}} {{MSP|562|Yamask}} {{MSP|563|Cofagrigus}} {{MSP|622|Golett}} {{MSP|623|Golurk}}
| ??
| June 15 to 21, 2017
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|519|Pidove}} {{MSP|520|Tranquill}} {{MSP|521|Unfezant}} {{MSP|521F|Unfezant}} {{MSP|527|Woobat}} {{MSP|528|Swoobat}} {{MSP|580|Ducklett}} {{MSP|581|Swanna}}
| ??
| June 17 to 21, 2017
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|522|Blitzle}} {{MSP|523|Zebstrika}} {{MSP|602|Tynamo}} {{MSP|603|Eelektrik}} {{MSP|604|Eelektross}} {{MSP|642|Thundurus}} {{MSP|642T|Thundurus}} {{MSP|644|Zekrom}}
| ??
| June 17 to 21, 2017
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|561|Sigilyph}} {{MSP|587|Emolga}} {{MSP|629|Vullaby}} {{MSP|630|Mandibuzz}} {{MSP|627|Rufflet}} {{MSP|628|Braviary}} {{MSP|641|Tornadus}} {{MSP|641T|Tornadus}}
| ??
| June 17 to 21, 2017
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|597|Ferroseed}} {{MSP|598|Ferrothorn}} {{MSP|589|Escavalier}} {{MSP|599|Klink}} {{MSP|600|Klang}} {{MSP|601|Klinklang}} {{MSP|632|Durant}} {{MSP|638|Cobalion}}
| ??
| June 17 to 21, 2017
| June 2 to 10, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|003M|Venusaur}} {{MSP|006MX|Charizard}} {{MSP|006MY|Charizard}} {{MSP|009M|Blastoise}} {{MSP|015M|Beedrill}} {{MSP|018M|Pidgeot}} {{MSP|094M|Gengar}} {{MSP|080M|Slowbro}}
| ??
| June 19 to 21, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|498|Tepig}} {{MSP|499|Pignite}} {{MSP|500|Emboar}} {{MSP|513|Pansear}} {{MSP|514|Simisear}} {{MSP|554|Darumaka}} {{MSP|555|Darmanitan}}
| ??
| June 17 to 21, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|501|Oshawott}} {{MSP|502|Dewott}} {{MSP|503|Samurott}} {{MSP|550|Basculin}} {{MSP|592|Frillish}} {{MSP|593F|Jellicent}} {{MSP|594|Alomomola}} {{MSP|647R|Keldeo}}
| ??
| June 18 to 21, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|515|Panpour}} {{MSP|516|Simipour}} {{MSP|535|Tympole}} {{MSP|536|Palpitoad}} {{MSP|537|Seismitoad}} {{MSP|550B|Basculin}} {{MSP|592F|Frillish}} {{MSP|593|Jellicent}} {{MSP|647|Keldeo}}
| ??
| June 18 to 21, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|540|Sewaddle}} {{MSP|541|Swadloon}} {{MSP|542|Leavanny}} {{MSP|557|Dwebble}} {{MSP|558|Crustle}} {{MSP|588|Karrablast}} {{MSP|636|Larvesta}} {{MSP|637|Volcarona}}
| ??
| June 18 to 21, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|543|Venipede}} {{MSP|544|Whirlipede}} {{MSP|545|Scolipede}} {{MSP|616|Shelmet}} {{MSP|617|Accelgor}} {{MSP|595|Joltik}} {{MSP|596|Galvantula}} {{MSP|649|Genesect}}
| ??
| June 18 to 21, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|610|Axew}} {{MSP|611|Fraxure}} {{MSP|612|Haxorus}} {{MSP|621|Druddigon}} {{MSP|631|Heatmor}} {{MSP|643|Reshiram}}
| ??
| June 18 to 21, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|633|Deino}} {{MSP|634|Zweilous}} {{MSP|635|Hydreigon}} {{MSP|646|Kyurem}} {{MSP|646W|Kyurem}} {{MSP|646B|Kyurem}}
| ??
| June 18 to 21, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|666Ele|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Pol|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Mod|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Con|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Arc|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Tun|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Mar|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Icy|Vivillon}}
| ??
| June 18 to 21, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|666Pok|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Fan|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Sun|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Oce|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Mon|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666San|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Hig|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Sav|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Jun|Vivillon}} {{MSP|666Riv|Vivillon}}
| ??
| June 19 to 21, 2017
| June 9 to 17, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|019A|Rattata}} {{MSP|020A|Raticate}} {{MSP|658A|Greninja}} {{MSP|725|Litten}} {{MSP|726|Torracat}} {{MSP|727|Incineroar}} {{MSP|776|Turtonator}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 16 to 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|025|Pikachu}} {{MS|025Ro|Cosplay Pikachu}} {{MS|025Po|Cosplay Pikachu}} {{MS|025Li|Cosplay Pikachu}} {{MS|025Ph|Cosplay Pikachu}} {{MS|025Be|Cosplay Pikachu}}
| ??
| June 19 to 21, 2017
| June 16, 2017 to ??
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|065M|Alakazam}} {{MSP|130M|Gyarados}} {{MSP|115M|Kangaskhan}} {{MSP|127M|Pinsir}} {{MSP|142M|Aerodactyl}} {{MSP|150MX|Mewtwo}} {{MSP|150MY|Mewtwo}}
| ??
| ??
| June 16 to 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|181M|Ampharos}} {{MSP|208M|Steelix}} {{MSP|254M|Sceptile}} {{MSP|260M|Swampert}} {{MSP|257M|Blaziken}} {{MSP|282M|Gardevoir}} {{MSP|306M|Aggron}} {{MSP|303M|Mawile}} {{MSP|302M|Sableye}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 16 to 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|214M|Heracross}} {{MSP|212M|Scizor}} {{MSP|319M|Sharpedo}} {{MSP|310M|Manectric}}{{MSP|308M|Medicham}} {{MSP|323M|Camerupt}} {{MSP|334M|Altaria}} {{MSP|359M|Absol}} {{MSP|354M|Banette}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 16 to 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|229M|Houndoom}} {{MSP|248M|Tyranitar}} {{MSP|362M|Glalie}} {{MSP|376M|Metagross}}{{MSP|373M|Salamence}} {{MSP|380M|Latias}} {{MSP|381M|Latios}} {{MSP|383P|Groudon}} {{MSP|382P|Kyogre}} {{MSP|384M|Rayquaza}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 16 to 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|428M|Lopunny}} {{MSP|448M|Lucario}} {{MSP|475M|Gallade}} {{MSP|445M|Garchomp}} {{MSP|460M|Abomasnow}} {{MSP|531M|Audino}} {{MSP|719M|Diancie}} {{MSP|720U|Hoopa}} {{MSP|721|Volcanion}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 16 to 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|669O|Flabébé}} {{MSP|669Y|Flabébé}} {{MSP|670O|Floette}} {{MSP|670Y|Floette}} {{MSP|671O|Florges}} {{MSP|671Y|Florges}} {{MSP|676He|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676Di|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676St|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676De|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676Ma|Furfrou}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 16 to 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|669W|Flabébé}} {{MSP|669B|Flabébé}} {{MSP|670W|Floette}} {{MSP|670B|Floette}} {{MSP|671W|Florges}} {{MSP|671B|Florges}} {{MSP|676La|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676Ph|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676Da|Furfrou}} {{MSP|676Ka|Furfrou}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| June 16 to 22, 2017
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|722|Rowlet}} {{MSP|723|Dartrix}} {{MSP|724|Decidueye}} {{MSP|753|Fomantis}} {{MSP|754|Lurantis}} {{MSP|761|Bounsweet}} {{MSP|762|Steenee}} {{MSP|763|Tsareena}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| ??
|- style="background:#FFF"
| {{MSP|728|Popplio}} {{MSP|729|Brionne}} {{MSP|730|Primarina}} {{MSP|771|Pyukumuku}} {{MSP|746|Wishiwashi}} {{MSP|746Sc|Wishiwashi}} {{MSP|751|Dewpider}} {{MSP|752|Araquanid}}
| ??
| June 22, 2017 to ??
| ??
|}

==External links==
*[https://miiverse.nintendo.net/titles/6437256808807296652/6437256808807296663 Miiverse Community]
*{{smw|Nintendo Badge Arcade}} on [[Super Mario Wiki]]
*{{nw|Nintendo Badge Arcade}} on [[NintendoWiki]]

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[[Category:Pokémon game crossovers]]

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Trio master

2017-06-06T04:30:20Z

Nutter Butter: /* Trivia */ debatably true anyway, since it basically contradicts itself, but definitely not true now that the Aura trio is considered a thing

{{discussdelete|it is fanon and therefore does not belong in the mainspace}}
{{unknown name}}
{{fan speculation}}
'''Trio master''' is a fan term referring to a Pokémon that, in some way, oversees a [[Legendary trio]] of Pokémon.

The trio master and the trio itself may relate in different ways. For example, {{p|Lugia}} is the trio master of the [[Legendary birds]]; it is the only one who can quell their fighting when [[Lawrence III]] captures one of them in ''[[M02|The Power of One]]''.

Sometimes, a trio master can be related to only two members of the Legendary trio, serving as its '''internal master'''; for example, {{p|Landorus}} is the internal master of the [[Forces of Nature]]—it punished {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}} for bringing mass destruction with their {{m|thunder}} and {{m|hurricane|wind storms}}.

==Catching trio masters==
In the {{pkmn|games}}, the trio master sometimes will require that the members of its Legendary trio be caught beforehand. There has been other ways from which the trio master is referred to as such though.

===Pokémon Crystal===
In {{v2|Crystal}}, {{p|Ho-Oh}} cannot be caught until all three of the [[Legendary beasts]] have been caught in the same game.

===Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum===
In {{3v2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}, {{p|Regigigas}} will not awaken unless the {{player}} has the [[Legendary titans]] in his or her party. Conversely, an [[List of local English event Pokémon distributions in Generation IV#Toys "R" Us Regigigas|event Regigigas]] unlocks the Legendary titans in Platinum.

===Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver===
In {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}, {{p|Rayquaza}} is only obtainable after both {{p|Kyogre}} and {{p|Groudon}} have been obtained in the same game, which requires trading.

===Pokémon Black and White===
In {{2v2|Black|White}}, {{p|Landorus}} is only obtainable after both {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}} have been obtained in the same game, which also requires trading.

===Pokémon Black 2 and White 2===
In {{2v2|Black|White|2}}, Regigigas will not awaken unless the player brings the titans to its resting place, [[Twist Mountain]].

===Pokémon X and Y===
In {{pkmn|X and Y}}, the name of [[Sea Spirit's Den|the cave]] where the Legendary birds retreat after being encountered 10 times roaming in [[Kalos]], alludes to Lugia.

===Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire===
In {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, {{p|Regigigas}} can be encountered in the [[Island Cave]] if the player has {{p|Regice}}, {{p|Registeel}}, and {{p|Regirock}} in their party.

{{p|Landorus}} can only be encountered while [[Soaring in the sky|Soaring]] if the player has both {{p|Tornadus}} and {{p|Thundurus}} in the player's party.

==Other references to trio masters==
* In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]], the [[Legendary birds]] must all be befriended and must create the [[Legendary artifacts#Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series|Vortex Stone]] before the player can enter [[Silver Trench|Lugia's dungeon]], and before encountering Ho-Oh, the three [[Legendary beasts]] must contribute their power to create the [[Silver and Rainbow Wings#Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series|Rainbow Wing]].
* In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]] and [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|Explorers of Sky]], [[Aegis Cave]] has four bosses: Regirock, Regice, Registeel and Regigigas. The titans must be beaten first before Regigigas can be challenged at the end of the cave.
* In [[Pokémon Colosseum]], {{p|Ho-Oh}} cannot be encountered unless the player has captured and purified all the Shadow Pokémon, which includes the Legendary beasts, as one of the two requirements.
* In {{Pokémon XD}}, the Legendary birds are encountered after the player encounters Shadow Lugia.
* In [[Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia]], the player needs to befriend all the Pokémon in the regional Browser, which includes the Legendary titans, to battle Regigigas. The titans themselves are also required in order to open the door to its domain.
* In [[Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs]], the player needs to befriend all 300 Pokémon in the regional Browser, which includes the three Legendary birds, to battle Lugia.

==Relationship with their trio==
{| class="roundy" style="text-align:center; margin:auto; background: #272727; border: 5px solid #525252; max-width: 480px"
|-
! rowspan="2" style="background:#{{cynthia color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | {{color|{{cynthia color dark}}|Trio master}}
! colspan="6" style="background:#{{cynthia color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | {{color2|{{cynthia color dark}}|Legendary trio}}
|-
! colspan="6" style="background:#{{cynthia color light}}" | {{color|{{cynthia color dark}}|Relationship}}
|-
| rowspan="2" style="background:#{{psychic color}}" | [[File:249Lugia.png|96px]] {{pcolor|Lugia|{{psychic color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" width="100px" style="background:#{{ice color}}" | {{MSP|144|Articuno}} {{pcolor|Articuno|{{ice color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" width="100px" style="background:#{{electric color}}" | {{MSP|145|Zapdos}} {{pcolor|Zapdos|{{electric color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" width="100px" style="background:#{{fire color}}" | {{MSP|146|Moltres}} {{pcolor|Moltres|{{fire color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="6" style="text-align:left; background: #FFF" | Lugia is the only one who can end the [[Legendary birds]]' conflict when [[Lawrence III]] captures one of them, as seen in [[M02|the second movie]].
|-
| rowspan="2" style="background:#{{fire color}}" | [[File:250Ho-Oh.png|96px]] {{pcolor|Ho-Oh|{{fire color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#{{electric color}}" | {{MSP|243|Raikou}} {{pcolor|Raikou|{{electric color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#{{fire color}}" | {{MSP|244|Entei}} {{pcolor|Entei|{{fire color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#{{water color}}" | {{MSP|245|Suicune}} {{pcolor|Suicune|{{water color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="6" style="text-align:left; background: #FFF" | After the three [[Legendary beasts|Pokémon]] perished in the fire at the [[Burned Tower]], Ho-Oh revived them.
|-
| rowspan="2" style="background:#{{dragon color}}" | [[File:384Rayquaza{{#ifexpr: ({{#time: H}} mod 2) = 0||-Mega}}.png|96px]] {{pcolor|Rayquaza|{{dragon color dark}}}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#{{water color}}" | {{MSP|382{{#ifexpr: ({{#time: H}} mod 2) = 0||P}}|Kyogre}} {{pcolor|Kyogre|{{water color dark}}}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#{{ground color}}" | {{MSP|383{{#ifexpr: ({{#time: H}} mod 2) = 0||P}}|Groudon}} {{pcolor|Groudon|{{ground color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="6" style="text-align:left; background: #FFF" | Due to it ending the other two members' fight in {{v2|Emerald}} (as well as {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}'s [[Delta Episode]]), Rayquaza serves as the internal master of the [[weather trio]].
|-
| rowspan="2" style="background:#{{normal color}}" | [[File:486Regigigas.png|96px]] {{pcolor|Regigigas|{{normal color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#{{rock color}}" | {{MSP|377|Regirock}} {{pcolor|Regirock|{{rock color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#{{ice color}}" | {{MSP|378|Regice}} {{pcolor|Regice|{{ice color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#{{steel color}}" | {{MSP|379|Registeel}} {{pcolor|Registeel|{{steel color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="6" style="text-align:left; background: #FFF" | Regigigas will awaken when the three [[Legendary titans]] are brought to [[Snowpoint Temple|its residence]]. It is also [[Pokémon Platinum Version|said]] that it built statues made of {{p|Regirock|clay}}, {{p|Regice|ice}}, and {{p|Registeel|magma}}.
|-
| rowspan="4" style="background:#{{normal color}}" | [[File:493Arceus.png|96px]] {{pcolor|Arceus|{{normal color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#{{steel color}}" | {{MSP|483|Dialga}} {{pcolor|Dialga|{{steel color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#{{water color}}" | {{MSP|484|Palkia}} {{pcolor|Palkia|{{water color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#{{ghost color}}" | {{MSP|487{{#ifexpr: ({{#time: H}} mod 2) = 0||O}}|Giratina}} {{pcolor|Giratina|{{ghost color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="6" style="text-align:left; background: #FFF" | According to legend, Arceus created all three members of the [[creation trio]] after creating the universe, in order to balance the dimensional-aspect world.
|-
| colspan="2" style="background:#{{psychic color}}" | {{MSP|480|Uxie}} {{pcolor|Uxie|{{psychic color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#{{psychic color}}" | {{MSP|481|Mesprit}} {{pcolor|Mesprit|{{psychic color dark}}}}
| colspan="2" style="background:#{{psychic color}}" | {{MSP|482|Azelf}} {{pcolor|Azelf|{{psychic color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="6" style="text-align:left; background: #FFF" | Arceus also created the [[lake guardians]], which represent spirit, before it fell into eternal slumber.
|-
| rowspan="2" style="background:#{{ground color}}; {{roundybl|5px}}" | [[File:645Landorus{{#ifexpr: ({{#time: H}} mod 2) = 0||-Therian}}.png|96px]] {{pcolor|Landorus|{{ground color dark}}}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#{{flying color}}" | {{MSP|641{{#ifexpr: ({{#time: H}} mod 2) = 0||T}}|Tornadus}} {{pcolor|Tornadus|{{flying color dark}}}}
| colspan="3" style="background:#{{electric color}}" | {{MSP|642{{#ifexpr: ({{#time: H}} mod 2) = 0||T}}|Thundurus}} {{pcolor|Thundurus|{{electric color dark}}}}
|-
| colspan="6" style="text-align:left; background: #FFF; {{roundybr|5px}}" | Landorus punished Thundurus and Tornadus for bringing mass destruction with their {{m|thunder}} and {{m|hurricane|wind storms}}. As such, it serves as an internal master, like Rayquaza. It cannot be battled until both of the latter are brought to the [[Abundant Shrine]].
|}

==Trivia==
* {{p|Arceus}} is the only trio master that is related to more than one Legendary trio.
** Arceus is also the only trio master to be a [[Mythical Pokémon]].
* {{p|Lugia}} and {{p|Regigigas}} are two trio masters who were not present in the same generation as their trio.
** Furthermore, they are the only ones introduced in the generation directly after the generation its trio was introduced.
* {{p|Regigigas}} and {{p|Rayquaza}} (as well as Arceus without a Plate) are the only trio masters that do not share at least one type with any other members of [[Legendary titans|their]] [[Weather trio|trios]].
* {{p|Rayquaza}} is the only trio master capable of [[Mega Evolution]].

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{{Legendary trios}} 
{{Project Fandom notice}}

[[Category:Trio masters|*]]
[[Category:Mythical Pokémon|*]]
[[Category:Fanon terminology]]

[[it:Capo trio]]
[[ja:トリオマスター]]
[[pl:Mistrz Tria]]
[[zh:三神之主]]

Tochukaso

2017-06-01T03:40:32Z

Nutter Butter: /* Origin */

[[File:047Parasect.png|thumb|Parasect, a Pokémon controlled by the tochukaso on its back]]
'''Tochukaso''' (Japanese: '''{{tt|冬虫夏草|とうちゅうかそう}}''' ''tōchūkasō'') is a rare species of parasitic mushroom that grows on {{p|Paras}} and {{p|Parasect}}.

==Behavior==
[[File:Paras Mushroom.png|thumb|left|Paras removing its tochukaso]]
Tochukaso spores are attached to Paras {{pkmn|Egg}}s, causing hatchlings to be doused in them upon birth. As the Paras grows, so does the tochukaso. The tochukaso orders its host to suck nutrients from tree roots and trunks, then absorbs most of the nutrition itself. When the Paras evolves into Parasect, the tochukaso takes complete control of the host and does all the thinking.

Tochukaso prefer damp, dark places, so Parasect are typically found in those locations. The fungus scatters its toxic spores from the mushroom cap, and uses the host to help distribute these spores.

In ''[[EP006|Clefairy and the Moon Stone]]'', the lighting {{TRT}} hung up in [[Mt. Moon]] confused the Paras, causing them to remove their tochukaso and plant them in the ground, as the fungus dislikes bright light.
{{left clear}}
==Properties==
Tochukaso spores can be used to make a herbal medicine which can be used to extend life. This medicine is commonly made in {{wp|China}}.

In ''[[EP044|The Problem with Paras]]'', [[Cassandra]] tried to evolve her Paras into Parasect in order to harvest its spores to produce a miracle potion, which improves a Pokémon's attack power, defenses, concentration, determination, and intellect. Her Paras eventually evolved, so she and [[Cassandra's grandmother|her grandmother]] set up a business to produce and sell miracle potions.

==Origin==
{{wp|Ophiocordyceps sinensis|Tochukaso}} is an {{wp|Parasitoid|endoparasitoid}} fungus in the real world that replaces the host tissue and can affect the behavior of its insect host. In Parasect, the tochukaso has caused {{wp|neoteny}}. The fungus is often used in {{wp|traditional Chinese medicine}}, specifically as an {{wp|aphrodisiac}} and for treatment for ailments such as {{wp|fatigue (medical)|fatigue}} and {{wp|cancer}}.

==Trivia==
* As Paras and Parasect are often found in the wild holding them, and due to their visual similarity, {{DL|Exchangeable item|Tiny Mushroom}}s and {{DL|Exchangeable item|Big Mushroom}}s may be tochukaso.

==In other languages==
{{Langtable|color={{bug color light}}|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|zh_yue=冬蟲夏草 ''Dūngchùhnghahchóu''
|zh_cmn=冬蟲夏草 / 冬虫夏草 ''Dōngchóngxiàcǎo''
|fr=Tochukaso
|de=Tochukaso
|it=Tochukaso
|ko=동충하초 ''Dongchunghacho''
|pt_br=Tochukaso
|es=Tochukaso
}}

==See also==
{{bulbanews|On the Origin of Species: Paras and Parasect}}
* {{wp|Ophiocordyceps sinensis|Wikipedia article on tochukaso}}

[[Category:Terminology]]
[[Category:Pokémon world]]

[[it:Tochukaso]]

Brandon's legendary giants

2017-06-01T02:43:12Z

Nutter Butter: /* Trivia */ Two outta three ain't... well, good in this case I guess.

{{move|Brandan's Legendary titans}}
[[File:Brandon legendary titans.png|thumb|250px|Brandon's Registeel, Regice, and Regirock]]
'''Brandon's Legendary titans''' are a [[Legendary titans|trio]] of [[Legendary Pokémon]] that belong to [[Pyramid King Brandon]].

==In the anime==
In the anime, they are Brandon's most powerful Pokémon, with Regirock and Registeel using their power alone to defeat Ash twice. However, Regice was defeated later in Ash's rematch with Brandon. During Brandon's battle with [[Paul]], each Legendary titan defeated all of Paul's Pokémon one by one. In ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]'', they were used to help protect {{p|Regigigas}} from [[J]].

===Regirock===
{{AnimePokémonInfobox
|type1=rock
|trainername=Brandon
|pokemonname=Regirock
|jtrainername=ジンダイ
|jpokemonname=レジロック
|tmtrainername=Jindai
|tmpokemonname=Regirock
|image=[[File:Brandon Regirock.png|250px]]
|caption=Brandon's Regirock
|location=Unknown
|epnum=AG178
|epname=Battling the Enemy Within!
|prevonum=377
|noevo=incap
|current=[[Snowpoint Temple]]
|java1=[[Katsuyuki Konishi]]

}}
'''Brandon's Regirock''' (Japanese: '''ジンダイのレジロック''' ''Jindai's Regirock'') was the first Pokémon of the trio to be seen with Brandon.

====History====
=====Advanced Generation series=====
In ''[[AG178|Battling the Enemy Within!]]'' Ash and friends fall into some underground ruins by the Battle Pyramid. Inside the ruins Ash picks up a {{p|Pikachu}} statue which causes a boulder to roll towards them. They eventually run into Brandon who calls out Regirock to use {{m|Focus Punch}} and destroy the boulder. Regirock destroys the boulder and Brandon recalled it.

After Ash is corrupted by the [[King of Pokélantis]], Brandon decides to battle Ash to save him. His choice is Regirock, while Ash goes with {{AP|Sceptile}}. Regirock's key strategy is to defend, while using {{m|Lock-On}} to make sure its attacks hit the opponent. Although Regirock barely moved during the battle, it has both strong {{stat|Attack}} and {{stat|Defense}} capabilities. Even with a type disadvantage and a speed disadvantage, Regirock ultimately wins the battle.

Regirock was next seen in ''[[AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!]]'' alongside {{p|Registeel}} where the two of them confronted [[Team Rocket]] and used their {{m|Hyper Beam}} attacks to send Team Rocket blasting off.

=====Diamond & Pearl series=====
Regirock reappeared in ''[[DP128|A Pyramiding Rage!]]'' along with Brandon where it defeated [[Paul]]'s {{p|Hariyama}}, {{TP|Paul|Electabuzz}}, {{TP|Paul|Ursaring}} and {{TP|Paul|Magmar}}. It was revealed in the same episode that Brandon used Regirock to defeat [[Reggie]]'s {{p|Drapion}} which ultimately led to Reggie becoming a {{tc|Pokémon Breeder}}.

It was seen again in ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]'' where it was used to battle the rampaging {{p|Regigigas}} at the [[Snowpoint Temple]]. Regigigas used {{m|Confuse Ray}} on Regirock, Regice, and Registeel and all four Pokémon went on a rampage. When [[J|Hunter J]] used her weapon to catch the immobilized Regigigas; Regirock, Regice, Registeel and eventually [[Pyramid King Brandon]] all jumped in front of J's firing range and were turned into stone. Regigigas eventually brought them back to life with {{m|Hidden Power}}.

====Moves used====
{{anmov/h|rock||Brandon Regirock {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Stone Edge|1=Shock Wave|2=Iron Defense|3=Lock-On}}.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Stone Edge|1=Shock Wave|2=Iron Defense|3=Lock-On}}|image2=Brandon legendary titans {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=Focus Punch|1=Zap Cannon Flash Cannon|2=Hyper Beam}}.png|caption2=Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=Focus Punch|1=Zap Cannon|2=Hyper Beam}}}}
{{anmov|Fighting|Focus Punch|AG178|Battling the Enemy Within!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|Steel|Iron Defense|AG178|Battling the Enemy Within!}}
{{anmov|Normal|Hyper Beam|AG178|Battling the Enemy Within!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|Normal|Lock-On|AG178|Battling the Enemy Within!}}
{{anmov|Rock|Stone Edge|DP128|A Pyramiding Rage!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|electric|Shock Wave|DP128|A Pyramiding Rage!}}
{{anmov|electric|Zap Cannon|DP129|Pillars of Friendship!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov/f|Rock}}

===Registeel===
{{AnimePokémonInfobox
|type1=steel
|trainername=Brandon
|pokemonname=Registeel
|jtrainername=ジンダイ
|jpokemonname=レジスチル
|tmtrainername=Jindai
|tmpokemonname=Registeel
|image=[[File:Brandon Registeel.png|250px]]
|caption=Brandon's Registeel
|location=Unknown
|epnum=AG186
|epname=Overjoyed!
|prevonum=379
|noevo=incap
|current=[[Snowpoint Temple]]
|java1=[[Tomoe Hanba]]
}}

'''Brandon's Registeel''' (Japanese: '''ジンダイのレジスチル''' ''Jindai's Registeel'') is the second [[Pokémon]] that was shown to be owned by Brandon. He obtained it prior to ''[[AG186|Overjoyed!]]''.

====History====
=====Advanced Generation series=====
In ''[[AG186|Overjoyed!]]'' {{Ash}} returned to the Battle Pyramid to challenge Brandon. Brandon revealed that he would be using Registeel in the battle. The next day Ash sent his {{AP|Torkoal}} against Registeel. Registeel was shown to be an extremely mobile Pokémon, as it was seen charging at Torkoal. Although Torkoal clearly had the type advantage, Registeel had incredible defensive capabilities and was able to evenly match Torkoal. Brandon's main strategy with Registeel seemed to be offensive and defensive combined into one. Although Torkoal managed to put up a strong fight and match Registeel in power, Registeel ultimately proved victorious.

Registeel was next seen in ''[[AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!]]'' alongside Regirock where the two of them confronted {{TRT}} and used their {{m|Hyper Beam}} attacks to sending Team Rocket blasting off.

=====Diamond & Pearl series=====
Registeel appeared in ''[[DP128|A Pyramiding Rage!]]'' along with Brandon where it was used in a battle against [[Paul]] where it battled his {{TP|Paul|Magmar}} and defeated his {{p|Nidoking}}.

It was seen again in ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]'' where it was used to battle the rampaging {{p|Regigigas}} at the [[Snowpoint Temple]]. Regigigas used {{m|Confuse Ray}} on Regirock, Regice, and Registeel and all four Pokémon went on a rampage. When [[J|Hunter J]] used her weapon to catch the immobilized Regigigas; Regirock, Regice, Registeel and eventually [[Pyramid King Brandon]] all jumped in front of J's firing range and were turned into stone. Regigigas eventually brought them back to life with {{m|Hidden Power}}.

====Moves used====
{{anmov/h|steel||Brandon Registeel {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Metal Claw|1=Zap Cannon|2=Lock-On|3=Sandstorm}}.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Metal Claw|1=Zap Cannon|2=Lock-On|3=Sandstorm}}|image2=Brandon {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=legendary titans Hyper Beam|1=Registeel Iron Head|2=Registeel Flash Cannon|3=legendary titans Focus Punch}}.png|caption2=Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Hyper Beam|1=Iron Head|2=Flash Cannon|3=Focus Punch}}}}
{{anmov|Steel|Metal Claw|AG186|Overjoyed!}}
{{anmov|Electric|Zap Cannon|AG186|Overjoyed!}}
{{anmov|Normal|Lock-On|AG186|Overjoyed!}}
{{anmov|Rock|Sandstorm|AG186|Overjoyed!}}
{{anmov|Normal|Hyper Beam|AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|Steel|Iron Head|DP128|A Pyramiding Rage!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|Steel|Flash Cannon|DP128|A Pyramiding Rage!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|Fighting|Focus Punch|DP129|Pillars of Friendship!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov/f|Steel}}

===Regice===
{{AnimePokémonInfobox
|type1=ice
|trainername=Brandon
|pokemonname=Regice
|jtrainername=ジンダイ
|jpokemonname=レジアイス
|tmtrainername=Jindai
|tmpokemonname=Regice
|image=[[File:Brandon Regice.png‎|250px]]
|caption=Brandon's Regice
|location=Unknown
|epnum=AG190
|epname=Pace - The Final Frontier!
|prevonum=378
|noevo=incap
|current=[[Snowpoint Temple]]
|java1=[[Tomoe Hanba]]
}}

'''Brandon's Regice''' (Japanese: '''ジンダイのレジアイス''' ''Jindai's Regice'') was the last Pokémon caught by Brandon before his final battle with {{Ash}} in ''[[AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!]]''.

====History====
=====Advanced Generation series=====
Brandon captured Regice in between ''[[AG186|Overjoyed!]]'' and ''[[AG189|Gathering the Gang of Four!]]'' while searching in an unnamed ruin. Regice was the last Pokémon Brandon sent out against [[Ash's Pikachu]] in his 4-on-4 battle for the Brave Symbol.

Brandon used a strategy of freezing the field with {{m|Ice Beam}} to speed up Regice's movements and to do the complete opposite with Pikachu's. While Pikachu did land some hits with {{m|Thunderbolt}} and {{m|Iron Tail}}, it proved to be ineffective, as Regice trapped Pikachu in pillars of ice created by Ice Beam and then used {{m|Rest}} to fully recover any damage caused.

Regice then fired an Ice Beam towards Pikachu, completely freezing it. But with the last of its energy, Pikachu broke free and delivered a final blow to Regice using his {{m|Volt Tackle}}.

=====Diamond & Pearl series=====
It was also seen in a flashback in ''[[DP074|Pika and Goliath!]]''.

Regice appeared again in ''[[DP128|A Pyramiding Rage!]]'', where Brandon used it in his battle with [[Paul]]. It battled [[Paul's Ursaring]], until Paul switched to {{p|Lairon}} and Regice easily defeated Iron Armor Pokémon with {{m|Zap Cannon}}.

It was seen again in ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]'' where it was used to battle the rampaging {{p|Regigigas}} at the [[Snowpoint Temple]]. Regigigas used {{m|Confuse Ray}} on Regirock, Regice, and Registeel and all four Pokémon went on a rampage. When [[J|Hunter J]] used her weapon to catch the immobilized Regigigas; Regirock, Regice, Registeel and eventually [[Pyramid King Brandon]] all jumped in front of J's firing range and were turned into stone. Regigigas eventually brought them back to life with {{m|Hidden Power}}.

====Moves used====
{{anmov/h|ice||Brandon Regice {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=Blizzard|1=Ice Beam|2=Rest}}.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=Blizzard|1=Ice Beam|2=Rest}}|image2=Brandon {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=legendary titans Hyper Beam|1=Regice Zap Cannon|2=Regice Focus Punch}}.png|caption2=Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=Hyper Beam|1=Zap Cannon|2=Focus Punch}}}}
{{anmov|ice|Blizzard|AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!}}
{{anmov|ice|Ice Beam|AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|fighting|Focus Punch|AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|psychic|Rest|AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!}}
{{anmov|electric|Zap Cannon|DP128|A Pyramiding Rage!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|normal|Hyper Beam|DP129|Pillars of Friendship!|rec=yes}}
{{anmov/f|ice}}

==Personality and characteristics==
All three of the Legendary titans are considered to be very loyal towards Brandon as their Trainer. However, it was temporarily lost when {{p|Regigigas}} used {{m|Confuse Ray}} on them, which made the trio turn on Brandon. When Brandon blocked the attack from J's hand gun that could turn anything it touches into stone, the titans regained their loyalty. In most of the battles each of the titans participated in, they had no trouble taking on any opponent including the ones with the type advantage as seen in their battles against {{Ash}} and [[Paul]], where they single-handedly defeated all of the latter's Pokémon in ''[[DP128|A Pyramiding Rage!]]''.

==In the games==
{{FB|Pyramid King|Brandon}}'s Legendary titans appear in {{game|Emerald}} when battled for the Silver Symbol:
{|align="center"
|-
|valign="top"|
{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=377
|pokemon=Regirock
|ability=Clear Body
|held=Quick Claw
|level=50, 60-100
|type1=Rock
|move1=AncientPower|move1type=Rock
|move2=Superpower|move2type=Fighting
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground
|move4=Explosion|move4type=Normal}}
|valign="top"|
{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=379
|pokemon=Registeel
|ability=Clear Body
|level=50, 60-100
|type1=Steel
|held=Leftovers
|move1=Metal Claw|move1type=Steel
|move2=Iron Defense|move2type=Steel
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground
|move4=Toxic|move4type=Poison}}
|valign="top"|
{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=378
|pokemon=Regice
|ability=Clear Body
|level=50, 60-100
|type1=Ice
|held=Chesto Berry
|move1=Ice Beam|move1type=Ice
|move2=Amnesia|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Thunder|move3type=Electric
|move4=Rest|move4type=Psychic}}
|}

==In the manga==
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
[[File:Brandon legendary titans Adventures.png|thumb|220px|Brandon's Regirock, Regice, and Registeel in Pokémon Adventures]]
===={{chap|Ruby & Sapphire}}====
Regirock, Regice, and Registeel are three Pokémon that were sought after by [[Steven Stone]] in preparation for the upcoming battle against {{adv|Groudon}} and {{adv|Kyogre}}. After some difficulties, he manages to [[PS254|awaken]] them from [[Desert Ruins|their]] [[Ancient Tomb|resting]] [[Island Cave|places]] with the help of the [[Blind boy]] and {{adv|Sapphire}}. Once awakened, Regirock was partnered with [[Drake]] and [[Sidney]], Regice was partnered with [[Phoebe]] and Glacia, while Steven teamed up with [[Wallace]] to control Registeel.

During the [[PS255|battle]], the three Pokémon used {{m|Superpower}} to contain the destructive energy created by the clash between {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}}. After Groudon and Kyogre are defeated, the strain of controlling the three Pokémon causes Steven to die from exhaustion. With no one to control them, Regirock, Regice, and Registeel lashed out against their controllers and left to parts unknown.

===={{chap|Emerald}}====
In the {{chap|Emerald}}, Regirock, Regice, and Registeel were found and caught by [[Pyramid King Brandon|Brandon]] for use in the {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|III}}.

When {{adv|Emerald}} challenged the Battle Pyramid in ''[[PS312|Chipping Away at Regirock]]'', Regirock was the first to be sent out to face his {{TP|Emerald|Sceptile}}. During the battle, Regirock had its health sapped away by {{m|Leech Seed}}, so it countered by blowing itself up with {{m|Explosion}}, greatly damaging Sceptile. With Regirock knocking itself out in the process, Brandon switched with Registeel, who was sent out to face Emerald's borrowed {{p|Hitmonchan}}, [[Monlee]]. With his speed and super effective hits, Monlee was able to easily defeat Registeel, only to quickly fall by a {{m|Toxic}} attack.

The last to be used was Regice, who faced Emerald's borrowed {{p|Cubone}}, [[Bonee]]. Due to Regice's type, Bonee was at a disadvantage and was knocked out after a short time. Although confident that he had won their battle, Brandon was shocked to see that Sceptile had been revived in secret and defeated Regice with an {{m|Iron Tail}}, making Emerald the winner of the battle. In ''[[PS315|Skirting Around Surskit I]]'', Regice was used to attack [[Guile Hideout]] in order to get revenge for Noland's injuries in the [[Artisan Cave]]. The attack did nothing to Guile, who simply swung his sword and sent Regice flying.

===={{chap|HeartGold & SoulSilver}}====
In ''[[PS460|All About Arceus IX]]'', it was revealed that three Pokémon were lent to {{FB|Tower Tycoon|Palmer}} at one point. Palmer took the Pokémon to the [[Snowpoint Temple]], where he awakened and captured the Legendary Pokémon [[Reg|Regigigas]].

===={{chap|Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire}}====
In [[PAORAS16]], Regirock and Regice were seen helping Brandon fight the [[Admin]]s of Neo [[Team Magma]] and Neo [[Team Aqua]].

====Moves used====
=====Regirock=====
{{anmov/h|rock||Brandon Regirock {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Superpower|1=Explosion}} Adventures.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Superpower|1=Explosion}}}}
{{anmov|Fighting|Superpower|PS255|With a Spoink in Your Step I}}
{{anmov|Normal|Explosion|PS312|Chipping Away at Regirock}}
{{anmov/f|Rock}}

=====Registeel=====
{{anmov/h|Steel||Brandon Registeel {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Superpower|1=Toxic}} Adventures.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Superpower|1=Toxic}}}}
{{anmov|Fighting|Superpower|PS255|With a Spoink in Your Step I}}
{{anmov|Poison|Toxic|PS313|You Need to Chill Out, Regice}}
{{anmov/f|Steel}}

=====Regice=====
{{anmov/h|Ice||Brandon Regice {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Superpower|1=Blizzard}} Adventures.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Superpower|1=Blizzard}}}}
{{anmov|Fighting|Superpower|PS255|With a Spoink in Your Step I}}
{{anmov|Ice|Blizzard|PS315|Skirting Around Surskit I}}
{{anmov/f|Ice}}

==Trivia==
* Brandon's Legendary titans are the first officially deemed Legendary Pokémon in the {{pkmn|anime}} to be caught and trained.
* All three titans in the anime have used {{m|Zap Cannon}}, {{m|Focus Punch}} and {{m|Hyper Beam}}.
** All of them also used {{m|Superpower}} in Pokémon Adventures.

==Related articles==
{{animespeciesevo2|Regirock|Registeel|Regice}}
* [[Legendary titans]]
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Erika

2017-05-30T17:47:10Z

Nutter Butter: /* Trivia */ And I guess Roxy being fought last instead of second is just random?

{{samename|{{pkmn|Coordinator}} who {{pkmn|battle}}d {{an|May}}|Erica}}
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{{CharInfobox|
color={{grass color}} |
corecolor={{grass color light}} |
bordercolor={{grass color dark}} |
|name=Erika
|jname=エリカ
|tmname=Erika
|slogan=yes
|sloganline=The Nature-Loving Princess!
|image=HeartGold SoulSilver Erika.png
|size=120px
|caption=Art from {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}
|gender=Female
|colors=yes
|eyes=Gray{{tt|*|prior to Generation IV}}, Green{{tt|*|anime and Pokémon Stadium 2}}, Brown{{tt|*|Generation IV}}
|hair=Black{{tt|*|main series games and TCG}}, Blue{{tt|*|anime}}, Teal{{tt|*|Pokémon Stadium}}
|hometown=[[Celadon City]]
|region=[[Kanto]]
|relatives=None
|trainer=yes
|trainerclass=[[Gym Leader]]{{sup/1|RBY}}{{sup/2|GSC}}{{sup/3|FRLG}}{{sup/4|HGSS}} [[Pokémon Trainer]]{{sup/5|B2W2}}
|game=yes
|generation={{Gen|I}}, {{Gen|II}}, {{Gen|III}}, {{Gen|IV}}, {{Gen|V}}
|games={{game3|Red and Blue|Red, Blue|s}}, {{v2|Yellow}}, {{game3|Gold and Silver|Gold, Silver|s}}, {{v2|Crystal}}, {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|FireRed, LeafGreen|s}}, {{game3|HeartGold and SoulSilver|HeartGold, SoulSilver|s}}, [[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2, White 2]], {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}}, {{pkmn|Stadium 2}}
|leader=yes
|gym=Celadon Gym
|specialist=yes
|type={{t|Grass}} types
|badge=Badge#Rainbow Badge{{!}}Rainbow Badge
|anime=yes
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|enva=Leah Applebaum
|java=[[Kyoko Hikami]]
}}
'''Erika''' (Japanese: '''エリカ''' ''Erika'') is the [[Gym Leader]] of [[Celadon City]]'s [[Gym]], known officially as the [[Celadon Gym]]. She hands out the {{Badge|Rainbow}} to {{pkmn|Trainer}}s who defeat her. She is a serene young woman who [[Type expert|specializes]] in {{type|Grass}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. She sometimes dresses in elegant {{wp|Furisode|kimonos}} and seems to represent traditional Japanese beauty.

==In the games==
Erika's title is ''The Nature-Loving Princess''.

Erika is ladylike, and a teacher of flower-arranging. She is a quiet girl, but she's well-known in Celadon City. Erika only collects Pokémon if she considers them attractive, though her definition of attractive seems to include varieties only a botanist could love. She also tends to doze off quite a bit, implying she may be narcoleptic (or simply being affected by the powders given off by the grass Pokémon), but will become inspired after a good match.

In addition to the Rainbow Badge, Erika gives out {{TM|21|Mega Drain}}, in {{game3|Red and Blue|Pokémon Red, Blue|s}}, {{game3|Red and Green|Green|s}}, and {{v2|Yellow}}. In {{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, their remakes {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}, as well as {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, she gives out {{TM|19|Giga Drain}}.

She is able to be rebattled in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, after talking to her on Saturday or Sunday between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM. She is found by [[Celadon City]]'s fountain. If she is called on Sunday morning, she will happily give a rematch at the Fighting Dojo.

===Fame Checker===
This is a list of the [[Fame Checker]]'s information on Erika in {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.
;Celadon City - sign
* What does this person do?
:"<sc>Celadon City Pok</sc>é<sc>mon Gym</sc>
:<sc>Leader: Erika</sc>
:The Nature-Loving Princess!"
;Celadon Gym - Erika
* Favorite kind of <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>?
:"I am a student of the art of flower arranging.
:My <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> are solely of the <sc>Grass</sc> type."
;Celadon Gym - {{tc|Lass}} Lisa{{tt|*|listed in the Fame Checker as Lola}}
* What is this person like?
:"Our <sc>Leader Erika</sc> might be quiet, but she’s famous around here."
;Celadon Gym - {{tc|Beauty}} Tamia
* What is this person like?
:"We only use <sc>Grass</sc>-type <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> at our <sc>Gym</sc>.
:Why? We also use them for making flower arrangements!"
;Celadon Gym - Erika
* Favorite kind of <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>?
:"I would never collect <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> if they were unattractive."
;[[Celadon Condominiums|Celadon Mansion]] - {{DL|Magazines in the Pokémon world|Pokémon Journal}}
* There’s a rumor...
:"Rumor has it that if you peek into <sc>Celadon Gym</sc>, you can often see <sc>Erika</sc> snoozing."
;Message from <sc>Erika</sc>
* From: <sc>Erika</sc>
* To: [Player]
:"I am so glad that there are strong <sc>Trainers</sc> like you.
:That awareness alone inspires and motivates me to try harder.
:Please visit me again.
:Zzz..."

===Pokémon===
===={{game|Red and Blue|s}}====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RG Erika.png
|prize={{pdollar}}2871

|name=Erika
|game=RGB
|location=Celadon Gym
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Red
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|level=29
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Razor Leaf|move1type=Grass
|move2=Wrap|move2type=Normal
|move3=PoisonPowder|move3type=Poison
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Red
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|level=24
|type1=Grass
|move1=Constrict|move1type=Normal
|move2=Bind|move2type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Red
|ndex=045
|pokemon=Vileplume
|level=29
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Petal Dance|move1type=Grass
|move2=PoisonPowder|move2type=Poison
|move3=Mega Drain|move3type=Grass
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Yellow}}====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Spr Y Erika.png‎
|prize={{pdollar}}3168

|name=Erika
|game=Y
|location=Celadon Gym
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/1|game=Yellow
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|level=30
|type1=Grass
|move1=Bind|move1type=Normal
|move2=Mega Drain|move2type=Grass
|move3=Vine Whip|move3type=Grass
|move4=Constrict|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1|game=Yellow
|ndex=070
|pokemon=Weepinbell
|level=32
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Acid|move1type=Poison
|move2=Stun Spore|move2type=Grass
|move3=Sleep Powder|move3type=Grass
|move4=Razor Leaf|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=044
|pokemon=Gloom
|level=32
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Acid|move1type=Poison
|move2=Petal Dance|move2type=Grass
|move3=Stun Spore|move3type=Grass
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Spr GS Erika.png
|prize={{pdollar}}4600
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=GSC
|location=Celadon Gym
|pokemon=4}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal|
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|gender=female
|level=42
|type1=Grass
|move1=Vine Whip|move1type=Grass
|move2=Bind|move2type=Normal
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|gender=female
|level=46
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=Synthesis|move2type=Grass
|move3=Acid|move3type=Poison
|move4=Razor Leaf|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal
|ndex=189
|pokemon=Jumpluff
|gender=female
|level=41
|type1=Grass|type2=Flying
|move1=Mega Drain|move1type=Grass
|move2=Leech Seed|move2type=Grass
|move3=Cotton Spore|move3type=Grass
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal
|ndex=182
|pokemon=Bellossom
|gender=female
|level=46
|type1=Grass
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=Synthesis|move2type=Grass
|move3=Petal Dance|move3type=Grass
|move4=SolarBeam|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Spr FRLG Erika.png
|prize={{pdollar}}2900
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=FRLG
|location=Celadon Gym
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=FireRed
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|level=29
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Stun Spore|move1type=Grass
|move2=Acid|move2type=Poison
|move3=PoisonPowder|move3type=Poison
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=FireRed
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|level=24
|type1=Grass
|move1=PoisonPowder|move1type=Poison
|move2=Constrict|move2type=Normal
|move3=Ingrain|move3type=Grass
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=FireRed
|ndex=045
|pokemon=Vileplume
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|level=29
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Sleep Powder|move1type=Grass
|move2=Acid|move2type=Poison
|move3=Stun Spore|move3type=Grass
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}====
=====Gym battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|sprite=Spr HGSS Erika.png
|prize={{pdollar}}6720
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=HGSS
|location=Celadon Gym
|pokemon=4}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=189
|pokemon=Jumpluff
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass|type2=Flying
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|level=51
|move1=Leech Seed|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Status
|move2=U-turn|move2type=Bug|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Sunny Day|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|level=52
|move1=AncientPower|move1type=Rock|move1cat=Special
|move2=Wring Out|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Special
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|level=56
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Status
|move2=Grass Knot|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Leaf Storm|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Razor Leaf|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=182
|pokemon=Bellossom
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=56
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Status
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Synthesis|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====[[Rematch]]=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|sprite=Spr HGSS Erika.png
|prize={{pdollar}}6600
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=HGSS
|location=Fighting Dojo
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=275 f
|pokemon=Shiftry
|gender=female
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass|type2=Dark
|ability=Chlorophyll
|level=54
|move1=Leaf Storm|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Sucker Punch|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Sunny Day|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Status
|move4=Explosion|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=189
|pokemon=Jumpluff
|gender=female
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass|type2=Flying
|ability=Chlorophyll
|level=53
|move1=U-turn|move1type=Bug|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Memento|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Status
|move3=Sleep Powder|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Status
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|gender=female
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|held=Kelpsy Berry
|ability=Chlorophyll
|level=56
|move1=Natural Gift|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Sludge Bomb|move2type=Poison|move2cat=Special
|move3=Leaf Storm|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Leaf Blade|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=182
|pokemon=Bellossom
|gender=female
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll
|level=56
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Status
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Attract|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=465 f
|pokemon=Tangrowth
|gender=female
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll
|level=60
|move1=Swords Dance|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Power Whip|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=407 f
|pokemon=Roserade
|gender=female
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Natural Cure
|level=55
|move1=Weather Ball|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Special
|move2=Energy Ball|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Sludge Bomb|move3type=Poison|move3cat=Special
|move4=Stun Spore|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}====
=====[[Pokémon World Tournament]]=====
Erika uses three of these Pokémon in [[Pokémon battle|Single Battles]], four in [[Double Battle|Double]] and [[Rotation Battle]]s, and all six in [[Triple Battle]]s. Erika will always lead with her signature Pokémon, {{p|Vileplume}}.

======[[Kanto Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Erika.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Erika
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=045 f
|pokemon=Vileplume
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Grass Gem
|move1=Petal Dance|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Sleep Powder|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Status
|move3=Sunny Day|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Status
|move4=Moonlight|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=003 m
|pokemon=Venusaur
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Overgrow
|held=Sitrus Berry
|move1=Synthesis|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Status
|move2=Light Screen|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Status
|move3=Petal Dance|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Toxic|move4type=Poison|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Salac Berry
|move1=Sucker Punch|move1type=Dark|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Leaf Blade|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Swords Dance|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Reflect|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=103
|pokemon=Exeggutor
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Tanga Berry
|move1=Psyshock|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hypnosis|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Sunny Day|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=465 f
|pokemon=Tangrowth
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll|ability2=Leaf Guard
|held=Liechi Berry
|move1=Swords Dance|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Earthquake|move2type=Ground|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Power Whip|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=182
|pokemon=Bellossom
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Fighting Gem
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Status
|move2=Drain Punch|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Swords Dance|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Leaf Blade|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

======[[Type Expert Tournament|Type Expert]]/[[World Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Erika.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Erika
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=045 f
|pokemon=Vileplume
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Black Sludge
|move1=Swords Dance|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Drain Punch|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Synthesis|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Status
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=003 m
|pokemon=Venusaur
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Overgrow
|held=Expert Belt
|move1=Leaf Storm|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Power Whip|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Outrage|move4type=Dragon|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=346
|pokemon=Cradily
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Rock|type2=Grass
|ability=Suction Cups
|held=Leftovers
|move1=Curse|move1type=Ghost|move1cat=Status
|move2=Recover|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Seed Bomb|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Stone Edge|move4type=Rock|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=103
|pokemon=Exeggutor
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Tanga Berry
|move1=Leaf Storm|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Psyshock|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Special
|move3=AncientPower|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Special
|move4=Psychic|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=465 f
|pokemon=Tangrowth
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll|ability2=Leaf Guard
|held=Power Herb
|move1=SolarBeam|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Focus Blast|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Special
|move3=AncientPower|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Special
|move4=Synthesis|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=460 f
|pokemon=Abomasnow
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Ice
|ability=Snow Warning
|held=Focus Sash
|move1=Leech Seed|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Status
|move2=Protect|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Blizzard|move3type=Ice|move3cat=Special
|move4=Sheer Cold|move4type=Ice|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Footer}}

======[[Challenge the Champion Lance!]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Erika.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Erika
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=547
|pokemon=Whimsicott
|gender=female
|level=50
|type1=Grass
|ability=Prankster
|held=Mental Herb
|move1=Taunt|move1type=Dark|move1cat=Status
|move2=Tailwind|move2type=Flying|move2cat=Status
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Substitute|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=549
|pokemon=Lilligant
|gender=female
|level=50
|type1=Grass
|ability=Own Tempo
|held=Occa Berry
|move1=Teeter Dance|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Quiver Dance|move2type=Bug|move2cat=Status
|move3=Petal Dance|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Attract|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=045 f
|pokemon=Vileplume
|gender=female
|level=50
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Power Herb
|move1=SolarBeam|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Toxic|move2type=Poison|move2cat=Status
|move3=Venoshock|move3type=Poison|move3cat=Special
|move4=Synthesis|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{eng|Pokémon Stadium}}====
=====Round 1=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Erika Stadium.png
|prize=N/A
|name=Erika
|game=Pokémon Stadium
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=044
|pokemon=Gloom
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Acid|move1type=Poison
|move2=Sleep Powder|move2type=Grass
|move3=Petal Dance|move3type=Grass
|move4=Mega Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Sleep Powder|move1type=Grass
|move2=Acid|move2type=Poison
|move3=Razor Leaf|move3type=Grass
|move4=Cut|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass
|move1=Bind|move1type=Normal
|move2=Stun Spore|move2type=Grass
|move3=Double-Edge|move3type=Normal
|move4=Mega Drain|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=045
|pokemon=Vileplume
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Acid|move1type=Poison
|move2=Absorb|move2type=Grass
|move3=SolarBeam|move3type=Grass
|move4=Body Slam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=070
|pokemon=Weepinbell
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Wrap|move1type=Normal
|move2=Stun Spore|move2type=Grass
|move3=Mega Drain|move3type=Grass
|move4=Razor Leaf|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=102
|pokemon=Exeggcute
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|move1=Hypnosis|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Leech Seed|move2type=Grass
|move3=Toxic|move3type=Poison
|move4=Psychic|move4type=Psychic}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Round 2=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Erika Stadium.png
|prize=N/A
|name=Erika
|game=Pokémon Stadium
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=045
|pokemon=Vileplume
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Stun Spore|move1type=Grass
|move2=Petal Dance|move2type=Grass
|move3=Body Slam|move3type=Normal
|move4=Mega Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=036
|pokemon=Clefable
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|move1=Thunderbolt|move1type=Electric
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Ice Beam|move3type=Ice
|move4=Body Slam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass
|move1=Bind|move1type=Normal
|move2=Toxic|move2type=Poison
|move3=Double-Edge|move3type=Normal
|move4=Mega Drain|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=087
|pokemon=Dewgong
|level=50-100
|type1=Water|type2=Ice
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice
|move2=Rest|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Body Slam|move3type=Normal
|move4=Surf|move4type=Water}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Wrap|move1type=Normal
|move2=Mega Drain|move2type=Grass
|move3=Razor Leaf|move3type=Grass
|move4=Toxic|move4type=Poison}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=103
|pokemon=Exeggutor
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|move1=Hypnosis|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Explosion|move2type=Normal
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Mega Drain|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Footer}}

====[[Pokémon Stadium 2]]====
=====Round 1=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=S2 Leader Erika.png
|prize=N/A
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=Pokémon Stadium 2
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|locationname=Kanto Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=182
|pokemon=Bellossom
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass
|held=Focus Band
|move1=Sleep Powder|move1type=Grass
|move2=Return|move2type=Normal
|move3=Moonlight|move3type=Normal
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass
|held=Quick Claw
|move1=Sleep Powder|move1type=Grass
|move2=Slam|move2type=Normal
|move3=SolarBeam|move3type=Grass
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=003
|pokemon=Venusaur
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|held=PRZCureBerry
|move1=Sleep Powder|move1type=Grass
|move2=Cut|move2type=Normal
|move3=Leech Seed|move3type=Grass
|move4=Razor Leaf|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=113
|pokemon=Chansey
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|held=Lucky Punch
|move1=Sing|move1type=Normal
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Blizzard|move3type=Ice
|move4=Softboiled|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=189
|pokemon=Jumpluff
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Flying
|move1=Sleep Powder|move1type=Grass
|move2=Return|move2type=Normal
|move3=SolarBeam|move3type=Grass
|move4=Leech Seed|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=134
|pokemon=Vaporeon
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Water
|held=Scope Lens
|move1=Surf|move1type=Water
|move2=Rest|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Sleep Talk|move3type=Normal
|move4=Bite|move4type=Dark}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Round 2=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=S2 Leader Erika.png
|prize=N/A
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=Pokémon Stadium 2
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|locationname=Kanto Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=182
|pokemon=Bellossom
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass
|held=Quick Claw
|move1=Return|move1type=Normal
|move2=Razor Leaf|move2type=Grass
|move3=Stun Spore|move3type=Grass
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=105
|pokemon=Marowak
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Ground
|held=Thick Club
|move1=Bonemerang|move1type=Ground
|move2=Rest|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Snore|move3type=Normal
|move4=Belly Drum|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=038
|pokemon=Ninetales
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire
|held=BrightPowder
|move1=Flamethrower|move1type=Fire
|move2=Body Slam|move2type=Normal
|move3=Hypnosis|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Iron Tail|move4type=Steel}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=226
|pokemon=Mantine
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|held=Mint Berry
|move1=Rest|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Surf|move2type=Water
|move3=Ice Beam|move3type=Ice
|move4=Sleep Talk|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=242
|pokemon=Blissey
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|held=MiracleBerry
|move1=Sing|move1type=Normal
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Reflect|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Light Screen|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=103
|pokemon=Exeggutor
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|held=Focus Band
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Giga Drain|move2type=Grass
|move3=Stun Spore|move3type=Grass
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===Quotes===
====Pokémon Red, Blue, and Yellow====
* Before battle
:''"Hello. Lovely weather isn't it? It's so pleasant. ...Oh dear... I must have dozed off. Welcome. My name is <sc>Erika</sc>. I am the <sc>Leader</sc> of <sc>Celadon Gym</sc>. I teach the art of flower arranging. My <sc>Pokémon</sc> are of the grass-type. Oh, I'm sorry, I had no idea that you wished to challenge me. Very well, but I shall not lose."''

* Being defeated
:''"Oh! I concede defeat. You are remarkably strong. I must confer you the <sc>RainbowBadge</sc>."''

* After being defeated
:''"The <sc>RainbowBadge</sc> will make <sc>Pokémon</sc> up to L50 obey. It also allows <sc>Pokémon</sc> to use <sc>{{m|Strength}}</sc> in and out of battle. Please also take this with you."''
:''"[[TM21]] contains <sc>{{m|Mega Drain}}</sc>. Half the damage it inflicts is drained to heal your <sc>Pokémon</sc>!"''

* If the player doesn't have room for items
:''"You should make room for this."''

* If talked to after being defeated
:''"You are cataloging <sc>Pokémon</sc>? I must say I'm impressed. I would never collect <sc>Pokémon</sc> if they were unattractive."''

====Pokémon Gold, Silver, and Crystal====
* Before battle
:''"Hello... Lovely weather, isn't it? It's so pleasant... ...I'm afraid I may doze off... My name is <sc>Erika</sc>. I am the <sc>Leader</sc> of <sc>Celadon Gym</sc>. ...Oh? All the way from <sc>Johto</sc>, you say? How nice... Oh. I'm sorry, I didn't realize that you wished to challenge me. Very well, but I shall not lose."''

* Being defeated
:''"Oh! I concede defeat... You are remarkably strong... I shall give you <sc>RainbowBadge</sc>..."''

* After being defeated
:''"That was a delightful match. I felt inspired. Please, I wish you to have to [[TM]]. It is <sc>{{m|Giga Drain}}</sc>. It is a wonderful move that drains half the damage it inflicts to heal your <sc>Pokémon</sc>. Please use it if it pleases you."''
:''"Losing leaves a bitter aftertaste... But knowing that there are strong trainers spurs me to do better..."''

====Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen====
* Before battle
:''"Hello... Lovely weather, isn't it? It's so pleasant. ...Oh dear... I must have dozed off. Welcome. My name is <sc>Erika</sc>. I am the <sc>Leader</sc> of <sc>Celadon Gym</sc>. I am a student of the art of flower arranging. My <sc>Pokémon</sc> are solely of the <sc>Grass</sc> type. ...Oh, I'm sorry, I had no idea that you wished to challenge me. Very well, but I shall not lose."''

* Being defeated
:''"Oh! I concede defeat. You are remarkably strong. I must confer on you the <sc>RainbowBadge</sc>."''

* After being defeated
:''"The <sc>RainbowBadge</sc> will make <sc>Pokémon</sc> up to Lv. 50 obey. It also allows <sc>Pokémon</sc> to use <sc>{{m|Strength}}</sc> in and out of battle. Please also take this with you."''
:''"[[TM19]] contains <sc>{{m|Giga Drain}}</sc>. Half the damage it inflicts is drained to heal your <sc>Pokémon</sc>. Wouldn't you agree it's a wonderful move?"''

====Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver====
'''Celadon Gym'''
* Before battle
:''"Hello... Lovely weather, isn't it? It's so pleasant... I'm afraid I might doze off... My name is Erika. I am the Leader of Celadon Gym. ...Oh? You are from Johto, you say? How nice... Oh. I'm sorry, I didn't realize that you wished to challenge me. I know. I have been training myself on not only flower arrangement but also Pokémon battle. I shall not lose."''

* After sending out last Pokémon
:''"Don't go easy on me. Give me everything you've got!"''

* When the last Pokémon is at a critical health
:''"Wow, that’s a bit harsh!"''

* Being defeated
:''"Looks like I underestimated you..."''

* After being defeated
:''"Oh! I concede defeat... You are remarkably strong... I shall give you the Rainbow Badge..."''

:''"That was a delightful match. I felt inspired. Please, I wish you to have this TM19 as a special token. It is {{m|Giga Drain}}. It is a wonderful move that drains half the damage it inflicts to heal your Pokémon. It is indeed a horrifying move."''

:''"Losing leaves a bitter aftertaste... But knowing that there are strong Trainers spurs me to do better..."''

'''[[Fighting Dojo]]'''
* Before battle
:''"How are you? Good to see you again! This place doesn't really suit me, but...let's ignore that and battle!"''

* After being defeated
:''"You have grown even stronger..."''

'''[[Pokégear]] Registering ([[Celadon City]])'''
:''"Hi, Jasmine. I heard [[Whitney]] from [[Goldenrod City]] said [[Jasmine|you]] were too plain and should look more fancy. Is that true?"''
:''"How did it go?"''
:''"Oh, I see... Then why don't you try putting on something especially gorgeous?"''
:''"How about a fancy, light blue outfit with a cape over it?"''
:''"I see. You think [[Clair]] from {{ci|Blackthorn}} is a little embarrassing... I'm just taking notes."''
:''"Hi, <player>. Would you like to exchange numbers?"''
::'''Yes''': ''"I am often free in the morning on Sunday. Call me around then."''

'''Pokégear Phone'''
* Calling her:
:''"Hello... Oh, hiya, what's up? Things are sweet over here! My schedule's fairly open on Sunday mornings. Try calling me then, OK?"''
* Her calling the player:
:''"Do you like plants? Plants are such delicate things. The amount of water, the condition of the soil, the temperature differences, the changing weather... All those little things we don't think about can have such a huge effect."''

====Pokémon Black 2 and White 2====
'''[[Pokémon World Tournament]]'''
* Before battle (first round)
:''"My name is Erika, and I love Grass-type Pokémon."''

* Before battle (second round)
:''"My name is Erika, and I love Grass-type Pokémon. So, you're the one who wishes to challenge me."''

* Before battle (final round)
:''"My name is Erika, and I love Grass-type Pokémon. I have been training myself on not only flower arrangement but also Pokémon battle. I shall not lose."''

* Being defeated
:''"Oh my! Looks like I underestimated you..."''

* If the player is defeated
:''"I was afraid I would doze off..."''

* After being defeated
:''"I concede defeat... You are remarkably strong.... That was a delightful match. I felt inspired."''

* After winning
:''"I feel inspired by my win. Fighting alongside your beloved Pokémon and winning. This is the joy of being a Pokémon Trainer."''

* In the lobby, after the tournament
:''"Oh! I admire your technique. It would make me very happy if I could battle with you again."''

====[[Pokémon Puzzle League]]====
* Before battle
:''"Oh, hello there. I am quite fond of plant-type Pokémon. How about you? If you desire the Rainbow Badge, you must prove your skill to me. Prepare to battle!"''

====[[Pokémon Stadium 2]]====
* Before battle
:''"...Oh? I beg your pardon. I seem to have dozed off..."''
:''"Ah... Are you my partner? I hope that's okay with you."''
:''"Seeing flowers in a garden is so soothing."''

* Sending out first Pokémon
:''"Please allow me to begin."''

* Sending out a new Pokémon
:''"<Pokémon>, please go on."''
:''"<Pokémon>, it's your turn."''
:''"<Pokémon>, it's up to you."''
:''"<Pokémon>, please entertain our guest."''

* [[Recall]]ing a Pokémon
:''"Come back, <Pokémon>."''
:''"That's fine, <Pokémon>.''
:''"Very nicely done, <Pokémon>."''
:''"A marvelous effort, <Pokémon>."''

* Own Pokémon faints
:''"Oh, my goodness."''
:''"Oh, you are strong."''

* Player's Pokémon faints
:''"I beg your forgiveness."''

* Own Pokémon lands a [[critical hit]]
:''"Oh. A critical hit. I beg your pardon."''

* Player's Pokémon lands a critical hit
:''"Oh. So strong. It hit the weak spot."''

* Own Pokémon being hurt by a {{cat|Binding moves|binding move}}
:''"One must endure."''

* Commanding her Pokémon to use a {{status|sleep}}-inducing move
:''"Pleasant dreams."''

* Commanding her Pokémon to use {{m|Sleep Talk}} or {{m|Snore}}
:''"<Pokémon>, did you say something?"''

* Successfully putting the player's Pokémon asleep
:''"Has it really drifted off to sleep?"''

* Successfully inflicting another [[status condition]] on the player's Pokémon
:''"Oh dear."''

* If the player is defeatead
:''"Oh... Is that all?"''

* After being defeated
:''"Oh... How foolish of me."''
:''"There will be days like this."''
:''"Your skills surpass mine. I concede defeat."''

* After winning
:''"It became a match I won't forget."''
:''"Thank you for bearing with me."''
:''"I thank you for your demonstration."''

* If the battle ended in a draw
:''"Isn't this remarkable?"''

* If the player runs from the battle
:''"Oh? What on earth are you planning to do?"''

==Artwork==
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|-
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|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Red Blue Erika.png|100px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:FireRed LeafGreen Erika.png|100px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:TamamushiCityGymDeck.jpg|150px]]
|-
| Headshot from {{color2|000000|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Red and Blue}}
| Official artwork from {{color2|000000|Generation I}}
| Official artwork from {{color2|000000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Artwork from the {{color2|000000|Tamamushi City Gym (TCG)|Tamamushi City Gym}} {{color2|000|Theme Deck (TCG)|Theme Deck}}
|}

===Sprites===
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|-
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|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr Y Erika.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr GS Erika.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr FRLG Erika.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr HGSS Erika.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr B2W2 Erika.png‎]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:VSErika.png]]
|-
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Red and Blue}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Yellow Version|Yellow}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000000|Generation II}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| VS sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
|-
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erika I OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erika II OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erika III OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erika IV OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erika OD.png]]
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|style="{{roundy|15px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:190px"| [[File:S2 Leader Erika.png]][[File:S2 Gym Leader Erika alt.png]][[File:S2 Gym Leader Erika alt2.png]]
|-
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation I}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation II}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| Portrait from {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium (English)|Stadium}}
| Portraits from {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
|}

==In the anime==
===In the main series===
[[File:Child Erika and Gloom.png|thumb|180px|A young Erika]]
[[File:Erika anime.png|thumb|left|180px|Erika in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
Erika appeared in ''[[EP026|Pokémon Scent-sation!]]'', running a perfumery in Celadon City where she sold a special brand of perfume made from the essence of her favorite Pokémon, {{p|Gloom}}. {{an|Misty}}, {{an|Brock}}, and {{AP|Pikachu}} were enamored with the scents, but {{Ash}} insulted the perfume. In protest, the manager, who was later revealed to be the Gym Leader Erika, had him banned from her store and by extension the greenhouse/[[Celadon Gym]].

[[Jessie]] and [[James]] were sneaking into the Gym trying to steal the perfume scents to sell them, but they were stamped with a red X and banned from the Gym, too. Ash found them and untied them in exchange for help entering the Gym.

[[File:Manager Erika anime.png|thumb|180px|Erika as the manager in her Perfume Shop]]
Disguised as a girl named [[Ashley]], Ash signed up as a student at the Gym. Erika was reading a fairy tale to some Grass-type Pokémon when he found and recognized her. Pikachu instantly recognized Ash and exposed him. Erika finally agreed to a battle for the Gym Badge. She turned out to be very confident in her abilities, but became too confident when Ash used his Charmander—as Fire was Grass Pokémon's greatest weakness—when she tried to use her Weepinbell. However, their match was interrupted when {{TRT}} started a fire in the Gym as revenge for being thrown out.

Ash risked his life to run in and rescue Erika's beloved Gloom, who had once saved her from a wild {{p|Grimer}} when she was a little girl. Out of gratitude, Erika awarded Ash with the Rainbow Badge.

She also reappeared in flashbacks in ''[[EP039|Pikachu's Goodbye]]'' and ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later!]]''.

====Pokémon====
{{MissingInfo|2|enva|java}}
This listing is of Erika's known Pokémon in the {{pkmn|anime}}:
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Tangela
|type1=Grass
|img=Erika Tangela.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=One of Erika's battling Pokémon, {{p|Tangela}} is a strong Pokémon that manages to use its vines and Stun Spore in order to incapacitate the enemy. In its {{pkmn|battle}} against Ash, it managed to take out {{AP|Bulbasaur}} by using this combination. Erika then recalled Tangela when Ash sent out his {{AP|Charmander}}.

Tangela's known moves are {{m|Constrict}} and {{m|Stun Spore}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Weepinbell
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Weepinbell.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|vajp=Unshō Ishizuka
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|desc={{p|Weepinbell}} was the next Pokémon Erika sent out to counter Ash's Charmander. Although Erika thought Charmander would be no match against her Grass-type Pokémon, Weepinbell's Razor Leaf was easily knocked away with {{m|Flamethrower}}, and while the Flycatcher Pokémon was dodging the flaming leaves, it was easily finished off with {{m|Skull Bash}}.

It reappeared in a flashback in ''[[EP073|Bad to the Bone]]'', where it was defeated in a Gym battle by [[Otoshi]]'s {{p|Marowak}}.

Weepinbell's only known move is {{m|Razor Leaf}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Gloom
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Gloom.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|vajp=List of Japanese voice actors{{!}}Kaori Tsuji
|vaen=Kayzie Rogers
|desc={{p|Gloom}} once saved Erika from a {{p|Grimer}} when she was a girl. From that moment onwards, they have become very close friends.

Erika used Gloom as her final Pokémon in her Gym battle against [[Ash Ketchum]]. With its horrid scent, it defeated {{AP|Charmander}} easily. But before it could fight with [[Ash's Pikachu]], a bomb placed in the Gym by {{TRT}} exploded, setting the Gym ablaze.

Even though everyone managed to escape, Gloom was still trapped in the Gym surrounded by flames. Ash rushed into the Gym and rescued Gloom. In gratitude for saving Gloom, Erika gave Ash the {{Badge|Rainbow}}.

It also reappeared in flashbacks in ''[[EP039|Pikachu's Goodbye]]'' and ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later!]]''.

None of Gloom's moves are known.}}

=====At the Celadon Gym=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Exeggcute
|type1=Grass
|type2=Psychic
|img=Celadon Gym Exeggcute Bellsprout Oddish.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=Erika has an {{p|Exeggcute}} that is seen around the Celadon Gym. It is first seen when Erika is telling a story to her students, and one of the Gym caretakers is seen helping it, Bellsprout, and Oddish exercise. It is later seen being recalled into its Poké Ball by a caretaker when the Gym is caught on fire by Team Rocket's bomb.

None of Exeggcute's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Bellsprout and Oddish
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Celadon Gym Exeggcute Bellsprout Oddish.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=Erika has a {{p|Bellsprout}} and {{p|Oddish}} that are seen around the Celadon Gym. They are first seen when Erika is telling a story to her students, and one of the Gym caretakers is seen helping Bellsprout, Oddish, and Exeggcute exercise. They are later seen cowering in terror under a leaf when the Gym catches on fire by Team Rocket's bomb, and soon are recalled into their Poké Balls by a caretaker of the Gym.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Gloom
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Celadon Gym Vileplume Weepinbell Gloom.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|vaen=Kayzie Rogers
|desc=Erika has another {{p|Gloom}} which can be seen when Ash (disguised as Ashley) walks into the greenhouse part of the Gym. A caretaker of the Gym is seen wiping the drool from its mouth with a handkerchief.

None of Gloom's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Weepinbell
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Celadon Gym Exeggcute Weepinbell.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=Erika has another {{p|Weepinbell}} which can be seen when Ash (disguised as Ashley) walks into the greenhouse part of the Gym. It is sitting next to Erika's other Gloom, and watching a caretaker wipe the drool from the Gloom's mouth. It is then later seen being recalled into its Poké Ball by a Gym caretaker when Team Rocket's bomb causes the Gym to go up in flames.

None of Weepinbell's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Vileplume
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Celadon Gym Tangela Vileplume.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=Erika has a {{p|Vileplume}} that she lets roam around the Gym. It is first seen watching a Gym caretaker wipe the drool of a Gloom's mouth with a handkerchief. It is then later seen being recalled into its Poké Ball when a bomb set off by Team Rocket causes the Gym to go up in flames.

None of Vileplume's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Victreebel
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Celadon Gym Victreebel.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=Erika owns a {{p|Victreebel}} which is only seen sitting next to her Tangela and Gloom when she's telling her students, as well as Misty and Brock, a story. However, unlike other Victreebel that are seen in the series, this one is much smaller than normal Victreebel.

None of Victreebel's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Tangela
|type1=Grass
|img=Celadon Gym Tangela Vileplume.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=Erika owns another {{p|Tangela}} which is briefly seen when the Gym caretakers are rushing around the Gym and recalling all of the Grass-type Pokémon within the Gym when a bomb set off by Team Rocket causes the Gym to go up in flames.

None of Tangela's moves are known.}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{grass color}}|bordercolor={{grass color light}}
|ja=氷上恭子 ''Kyoko Hikami''
|en=[[Leah Applebaum]]
|fi=Minna Tasanto Jenni Sivonen (young)
|pt_br=Letícia Quinto
|es_eu=Gloria Núñez
|es_la=Mariana Ortiz
|de=Martina Dunker
|hi= प्रज्ञा पांड्या शाह ''{{wp|Parignya Pandya Shah}}''(Hungama dub)
|cs=Jolana Smyčková
|pl=Olga Borys}}

===In Pokémon Origins===
[[File:Erika PO.png|thumb|230px|Erika in Pokémon Origins]]
Erika appeared briefly in the [[Pokémon Origins]] episode ''[[PO03|File 3: Giovanni]]''. She was seen being challenged and quickly defeated by {{OBP|Red|Origins}}, earning him the {{badge|Rainbow}}.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=75
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Vileplume
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Vileplume PO.png
|epnum=PO03
|epname=File 3: Giovanni
|desc={{p|Vileplume}} is Erika's only known Pokémon. She used it during her Gym battle against {{OBP|Red|Origins}}, but was defeated by his {{p|Charmeleon}}.

None of Vileplume's moves are known.}}

==In the manga==
===In the How I Became a Pokémon Card manga===
[[File:Allergicrocket.png|thumb|200px|Erika with [[Kaede]] in [[How I Became a Pokémon Card]]]]
In the [[How I Became a Pokémon Card]], Erika appears in ''[[PW08|Erika and Kaede... and Dark Gloom]]''. She is a childhood friend of [[Kaede]], a [[Team Rocket]] operative with allergies to flowers. Kaede had an unfortunate reaction to a flower wreath Erika gave her at a party and ran off in shame. They met again later when Kaede invaded Erika's Gym on behalf of Team Rocket. Erika was overjoyed to see her old friend and seemed to disregard any and all ill plots.

===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
[[File:Erika Blaine Adventures.png|thumb|200px|left|Erika and Blaine]]
In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, Erika is an elegant young princess who gives lectures at universities and practices archery. She is allied with the "good" [[Gym Leader]]s of [[Kanto]], and often assists [[Misty]] and [[Brock]] during crises.

She debuted in ''[[PS019|Blame It on Eevee]]'', where she sent {{adv|Red}} out on a quest to capture an unusual [[Vee|Eevee]] that could change at will between its three elemental forms, due to being "modified" in a [[Team Rocket]] experiment. Erika threatened to kill Eevee by removing it from the healing machine Red had put it in; however, it turned out that she was just testing Red's character, and she then revealed her true alliance and saved the Eevee.

Erika then starts teaching at the [[Celadon University]], replacing a dangerous professor. In ''[[PS046|Whacked by Marowak!]]'', she goes to meet {{adv|Yellow}} after hearing about her from Misty, only to hear from one of her teammates that a Red look-alike has been spotted right outside of [[Celadon City]]. [[Pika]] races to him only to find out it was a disguise and the real Trainer, Miles, was hired by the [[Elite Four]], who then beats her to the ground, threatens to take her life, and uses his {{p|Marowak}}'s {{m|Bonemerang}} laced with some of his {{p|Paras}}'s {{m|Spore}}s to disable Erika while Yellow chases him. She then figures out that to disguise himself as Red, he would've needed to encounter Red's scent in real life and has [[Blaine]] call over for assistance.

She is next seen defending Celadon from [[Lorelei]] and her {{p|Shellder}} and {{p|Cloyster}}. She then realized that the Good Gym Leaders of Kanto were simply being stalled so [[Lance]] could carry out his real plan, and hoped that Yellow and Blaine had found out the same. She also realized that they were being targeted so the Elite Four could get their hands on the Gym Leader's [[Badge]]s, which one of the Shellder finally retrieved from her and Misty.

Erika is the supervisor of the Kanto Gym Leaders, meaning that she was automatically pitted against [[Pryce]], the Leader of the [[Johto]] Gym Leaders, in the exhibition tournament held at the [[Indigo Plateau]] in the {{chap|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}. She lost that match and was later lured into the [[Magnet Train]] along with the other Gym Leaders to fight masked {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}s. She witnessed Misty's sudden burst of strength and gave her a flower brooch. Erika was on the front half of the train which later was about to crash into a dead end, but Red appeared out of nowhere to stop the train. Erika then lent Red her [[Pokégear]].

====Pokémon====
This is a listing of Erika's Pokémon in the Pokémon Adventures manga.
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Tangela
|nick=Angela
|type1=Grass
|img=Erika Tangela Adventures.png
|epnum=PS019
|epname=Blame It on Eevee
|desc=Angela (Japanese: '''モンちゃん''' ''Mon-chan''), Erika's {{p|Tangela}}, first appeared on [[Kanto Route 17|Cycling Road]], where it hopped in front of {{adv|Red}} on his [[bicycle]] and was nearly run over. Later on, Erika used it to fight Red's [[Saur]] when Red and {{adv|Bill}} confronted her, thinking that she had been working with [[Team Rocket]]. During the [[Elite Four]]'s invasion of [[Kanto]], it was used to fight off their {{type|Ice}} Pokémon that had been attacking [[Celadon City]].

Angela's known moves are {{m|Bind}}, {{m|Vine Whip}}, {{m|Absorb}}, and {{m|Growth}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|gender=female
|pkmn=Vileplume
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Vileplume Adventures.png
|epnum=PS019
|epname=Blame It on Eevee
|desc={{p|Vileplume}} was first sent out to defend Erika from an attacking {{p|Drowzee}}. When Erika fought Red, she used Vileplume against [[Pika]], lasting a long time before Erika ended the match and awarded Red the Badge. She was later seen when Erika met up with {{adv|Yellow}}.

Vileplume's known moves are {{m|Petal Dance}} and {{m|Swords Dance}}, and her Ability is {{a|Chlorophyll}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Victreebel
|stage1=Bellsprout
|stage2=Weepinbell
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Bellsprout Adventures.png
|cap=Erika's Bellsprout
|img2=Erika Victreebel Adventures.png
|cap2=Erika's Victreebel
|epnum=PS020
|epname=Meanwhile...Vileplume!
|desc={{p|Victreebel}} first appeared as a {{p|Bellsprout}} during Erika's battle with Red, where it used {{m|Mimic}} to defeat Red's [[Poli]]. Later, during the {{chap|Yellow}}, it was revealed to have fully evolved.

Victreebel's only known move is {{m|Mimic}}. 
Victreebel has also used {{m|Double Slap}}{{tt|*|Red's Poli's}} via Mimic.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|gender=female
|pkmn=Bellossom
|stage1=Gloom
|type1=Grass
|img=Erika Gloom Adventures.png
|cap=Erika's Gloom
|img2=Erika Bellossom Adventures.png
|epnum=PS048
|epname=Paras Sight
|desc={{p|Bellossom}} was first seen as a {{p|Gloom}} during the good Gym Leader's battle with {{tc|Super Nerd}} Miles. Very little was known about her due to her brief appearance. She is later seen accompanying Erika, [[Brock]] and Misty to [[Goldenrod City]] for the Gym Leader conference. She was used in Erika's match with [[Pryce]], where she used her Petal Dance against the old man's {{p|Swinub}}. She also fought against Team Rocket.

Bellossom's only known move is {{m|Petal Dance}}, and her Ability is {{a|Chlorophyll}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Skiploom
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Erika Skiploom Adventures.png
|epnum=PS163
|epname=Bringing up Bellossom
|desc={{p|Skiploom}} was used by Erika in her battle with Pryce during the Gym Leader tournament.

Skiploom's known moves are {{m|Stun Spore}} and {{m|Synthesis}}.}}

===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
[[File:Erika PM.png|thumb|140px|Erika in Pokémon Pocket Monsters]]
Erika appears in the [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]] manga in the chapter ''[[PM010|A Tough Battle With The Powerful Venusaur!!]]''. She appears with her {{p|Venusaur}}, preparing to help {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} defeat [[Team Rocket]]. Red and Erika attempt to steal the [[Silph Scope]] from Team Rocket as they guard the Gym searching for Erika and Red. They hide in the bulb of Erika's {{p|Venusaur}} but are eventually exposed due to {{TP|Red|Clefairy}} "passing gas" inside the bulb. Team Rocket captures them, but they eventually escape.

Later, she appears in a performance on stage showing her {{p|Oddish}} in which it evolved into a {{p|Gloom}} and then into a {{p|Vileplume}}, which didn't please the judges.

In this series, Erika's father is the [[Silph Co.]]'s president.

====Pokémon====
=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=85
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Venusaur
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Venusaur PM.png
|epnum=PM010
|epname=A Tough Battle With The Powerful Venusaur!!
|desc={{p|Venusaur}} is Erika's main Pokémon. It first appeared hiding in a plant, surprising {{TP|Red|Clefairy}} by grabbing him with its vine. Afterwards, Clefairy had a battle with it, in which Clefairy wasn't doing too well at first but managed to defeat Venusaur in the end after reflecting Solar Beam with {{m|Barrier}}. When Team Rocket came, Red and the others hid in Venusaur's bulb so they wouldn't get caught.

Venusaur's known moves are {{m|Poison Powder}}, {{m|Vine Whip}}, and {{m|Solar Beam}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Vileplume
|stage1=Oddish
|stage2=Gloom
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Oddish|1=Gloom}} PM.png
|cap=Erika's {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Oddish|1=Gloom}}
|img2=Erika Vileplume PM.png
|epnum=PM019
|epname=The No. 1 Pokémon!!
|desc=Erika brought along {{p|Oddish}} to a performance on stage in which it evolved into {{p|Gloom}} and then into {{p|Vileplume}} as part of the act.

None of Vileplume's moves are known.}}

=====Status unknown=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Other Grass types
|type1=Grass
|img=Erika Grass Pkmn PM.png
|epnum=PM010
|epname=A Tough Battle With The Powerful Venusaur!!
|desc={{p|Oddish}}, {{p|Gloom}}, {{p|Bellsprout}}, {{p|Exeggutor}} and {{p|Tangela}} are some other {{type|Grass}} Pokémon Erika has. They were only seen tending her garden. However, since they were only seen at her garden, it is unknown if they are officially hers or if either the Oddish or Gloom is the same one as the one from the No. 1 Pokémon contest that Erika entered in ''[[PM019|The No. 1 Pokémon!!]]''.

None of their moves are known.}}

=====Stolen from her father=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika's father
|pkmn=Porygon
|type1=Normal
|img=Giovanni Porygon PM.png
|img_size=197px
|epnum=PM011
|epname=Finish Off Team Rocket!!
|desc=Erika's father created {{p|Porygon}} prior to Team Rocket's takeover of Silph Co. When Giovanni's twin brother held her father hostage, it was revealed that he took the Porygon and multiplied them for his evil deeds.

Porygon's only known move is {{m|Psybeam}}.}}

===In the Pokémon Zensho manga===
[[File:Erika Zensho.png|thumb|200px|Erika in Pokémon Zensho]]
When Satoshi reaches Celadon City, he challenges the Gym Leader, Erika, to a battle. In the middle of the battle, Charmeleon accidentally burns Erika's kimono and responds by {{m|slash}}ing. Erika was about to be declared the winner but Erika mentions that Satoshi raised his Charmeleon well and gives him the {{Badge|Rainbow}}.

====Pokémon====
=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=70
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Vileplume
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Vileplume Zensho.png
|epnum=PZ05
|epname=Celadon City
|desc={{p|Vileplume}} is Erika's only known Pokémon. She sent it out to battle {{Zensho|Satoshi's Charmeleon}}, only for Vileplume to get burned in the process (also burning Erika's kimono).

Vileplume's only known move is {{m|Petal Dance}}.}}

=====In the Gym=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Gym Pokémon
|type1=Grass
|img=Erika Gym Pokémon Zensho.png
|epnum=PZ05
|epname=Celadon City
|desc=Erika was shown to have a {{p|Tangela}}, {{p|Gloom}}, {{p|Victreebel}}, and {{p|Weepinbell}} at her Gym.

None of their moves are known.}}

==In the TCG==
In the {{pkmn|Trading Card Game}}, the card {{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika|16}} allows each player to draw up to three cards. Another card, {{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Kindness|103}}, demonstrates her kindness, depicting her as helping a {{p|Growlithe}} out of the rain. {{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Maids|109}} enables the player to trade two cards in a hand for two Pokémon in the deck, both with Erika in their names. {{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Charity|99}} is attached to the player's Active Pokémon, and if that Pokémon is not knocked out, the card returns to the owner's hand; it allows the player to reduce the damage their attacks inflict on the Defending Pokémon. {{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Perfume|110}} allows the player to peek at the hand of the opponent and force them to summon any number of basic Pokémon from the hand to the Bench.

As in the anime, she also appears to make fragrances, such as LeAF, depicted on Erika's perfume.

Erika has an {{TCG|Erika|eponymous}} {{TCG|Theme Deck}} in the {{TCG|Gym Heroes}} expansion. Its {{TCG|Tamamushi City Gym|Japanese counterpart}} is based on the Celadon Gym.

===Artwork===
Artwork from the cards:
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background: #{{tcg grass color}}; font-size:80%;"
|-
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background: #{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:ErikaTCG1.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background: #{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erikas-Charity.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background: #{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erikas-Kindness.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background: #{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erikas-Maids.jpg|150px]]
|-
| Erika and the Rainbow Badge
| Erika smiles
| Erika helps a lost {{color2|000000|Growlithe (Pokémon)|Growlithe}}
| Erika and her maids
|-
|colspan="2" style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background: #{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erikas-Good-Manners.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background: #{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erikas-Perfume.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background: #{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:ErikaVS.png|100px]]
|-
| colspan="2" | Erika and an {{wp|ikebana}} arrangement of {{color2|000000|Bellsprout (Pokémon)|Bellsprout}} and evolutions in a {{color2|000000|Vileplume (Pokémon)|Vileplume}}-shaped planter
| Erika's perfume
| Erika's updated {{color2|000000|Pokémon Trading Card Game|VS}} art
|}

===Cards===
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Erika or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Erika's Pokémon|Grass|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Clefable|3}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=3/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Rare Holo}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Dragonair|4}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=4/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Rare Holo}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Vileplume|5}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=5/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Rare Holo|jpset2=Tamamushi City Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Clefairy|25}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare|ennum=25/132|jpset=Tamamushi City Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Victreebel|26}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare|ennum=26/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Rare}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Dratini|42}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=42/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon|jpset2=Unnumbered Promotional cards}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Exeggcute|43}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=43/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Exeggutor|44}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=44/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Gloom|45}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=45/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Gloom|46}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=46/132|jpset=Tamamushi City Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Oddish|47}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=47/132|jpset=Tamamushi City Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Weepinbell|48}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=48/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Weepinbell|49}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=49/132|jpset=Tamamushi City Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Bellsprout|75}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Common|ennum=75/132|jpset=Tamamushi City Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Bellsprout|76}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Common|ennum=76/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Exeggcute|77}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Common|ennum=77/132|jpset=Tamamushi City Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Oddish|78}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Common|ennum=78/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Tangela|79}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Common|ennum=79/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Common|jpset2=Tamamushi City Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Venusaur|4}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=4/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Rare Holo}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Bellsprout|38}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=38/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Bulbasaur|39}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=39/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon|jpset2=Unnumbered Promotional cards}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Clefairy|40}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=40/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Ivysaur|41}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=41/132|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Jigglypuff|69}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Common|ennum=69/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Oddish|70}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Common|ennum=70/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Paras|71}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Common|ennum=71/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Erika's Bellossom|59}}|type=Grass|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=059/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Erika's Jumpluff|60}}|type=Grass|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=060/141}}
{{cardlist/div|Other related cards|Grass}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika|16}}|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=16/132|jpset=Tamamushi City Gym|enset2=Gym Heroes|enrarity2=Rare|ennum2=100/132|jpsetlink2=Gym Heroes|jpset2=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity2=Rare}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Charity|99}}|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare|ennum=99/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Rare}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Celadon City Gym|107}}|type=Trainer|type2=Stadium|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=107/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Maids|109}}|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=109/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Perfume|110}}|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=110/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Good Manners|111}}|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=111/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Kindness|103}}|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Rare|ennum=103/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Rare}}
{{cardlist/footer|Grass}}

==In the TFG==
{{TFG ID|Unnamed Third Set|Erika|39}} was slated to be released as a {{TFG|Trainer figure}} in the {{TFG|Unnamed Third Set}} of the [[Pokémon Trading Figure Game]].

==Trivia==
* Erika's Japanese Leader title is {{tt|自然を愛するお嬢様|Nature-loving Lady}}.
* Erika's Pokémon Yellow sprite had been altered from the original games. The only other significant opponents to be changed were Blue, Brock, and Misty, based on their prominent anime counterparts.
* In every battle against Erika, at least one of her Pokémon knows a {{status|sleep}}-inducing move.
* Erika's Generation III sprite is the only one of her sprites that does not have a Poké Ball in it.
* In [[Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver]], in her rematch team, Erika's Victreebel and Bellossom don't level up at all, both staying at Level 56.
* If one looks closely at her hairband and obi in the HeartGold and SoulSilver artwork, the heart-shaped crest from the HeartGold logo can be seen.
* In HeartGold and SoulSilver, Erika's hairband and obi are red, in her official artwork, battle sprite, VS sprite. However, in her overworld sprite, they are magenta instead.
* Despite her artwork, she appeared in the anime with blue hair instead of black.
* Erika is the only Kanto Gym Leader to have the same Japanese and English name.
** She also was the only Gym Leader in general to have the same Japanese and English name until Generation V.
** Also, Erika's Badge, the Rainbow Badge, is the only Kanto Badge to have the same Japanese and English name.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background:#{{grass color light}}; border:3px solid #{{grass color}}"
|-
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Japanese
|エリカ ''Erika''
|From the ''{{wp|Erica}}'' genus.
|- style="background:#FFF"
|English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Vietnamese
|Erika
|Same as Japanese.
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Korean
|민화 ''Minhwa''
|화 ''hwa'' means flower. Alternatively, 민화 means "folk tale".
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
|艾莉嘉 ''Àilìjiā'' (anime) 莉佳 ''Lìjiā'' (manga)
|Transliteration of ''Erika''. In addition, 艾 (''ài'') refers to "{{wp|mugwort}}," while {{tt|莉|From 茉莉 ''Mòlì''}} (''lì'') means "{{wp|jasmine}}." Transliteration of ''Rika'' in ''Erika''.
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
|艾莉佳 ''Ngaaihleihgāai''
|Mandarin-based transliteration of ''Erika''.
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Brazilian Portuguese
|Erika{{tt|*|anime, manga}} Érika{{tt|*|The Official Pokémon Handbook}}
|Same as her English name. Similar to her English name.
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Thai
|เอริกะ ''Erika''
|Transliteration of her Japanese name.
|}{{-}}

===Erika's Pokémon===
;Angela
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background:#{{grass color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{grass color}}"
|-
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Japanese
|モンちゃん ''Mon-chan''
|From {{tt|モンジャラ ''Monjara''|Tangela}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
|English
|Angela
|From ''Tangela''
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Brazilian Portuguese
|Tanginha
|From ''Tangela''
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Vietnamese
|Mon
|Transliteration of Japanese name
|}{{-}}

==References==
* Pokémon.com [http://www.pokemon.com/#tvmovies_126 Pokémon Scent-sation!]

 
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