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Walkthrough:Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver/Part 18

2018-12-25T14:17:14Z

PixelPupper: /* Rock Tunnel */

{{WalkthroughNotice|HGSS}}
==Lavender Town==
[[File:Lavender Town HGSS.png|thumb|Lavender Town]]
[[File:House of Memories interior HGSS.png|thumb|left|House of Memories]]

[[Lavender Town]] is still a small town, though it experienced a big change during the last three years as [[Pokémon Tower]] was converted into the region's new Radio Tower.

===Kanto Radio Tower===
The tower security has been on alert ever since Johto's {{jo|Radio Tower}} was taken over by [[Team Rocket]], so visitors are restricted to the first floor. Accessing Kanto's radio programs requires an {{DL|Pokégear|Radio|EXPN Card}} for the Pokégear. However, an incident at the [[Kanto Power Plant]] has disrupted the tower's energy supply, so you must restore power before you can obtain the EXPN Card.

===House of Memories===
The [[House of Memories]] was built to accommodate the departed Pokémon from the former [[Pokémon Tower]] site. There are several graves on the ground floor, and many more located in underground chambers that are off-limits to all but the caretaker, [[Mr. Fuji]].

===Name Rater===
The [[Name Rater]] lives in the southeast house, and allows Trainers to rename any of their Pokémon. However, he cannot rename a Pokémon obtained in a trade.
{{-}}
==Route 10 (south)==
[[File:Kanto Route 10 HGSS.png|thumb|Route 10]]

The south side of {{rt|10|Kanto}} has only two Trainers between [[Lavender Town]] and [[Rock Tunnel]]. The [[Kanto Power Plant]] is located nearby, but can only be reached by surfing downriver from {{rt|9|Kanto}}.

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|- align="center"
! Trainers
|-
|
{{trainerheader|mountain}}
{{Trainerentry|Spr DP Pokéfan M.png|Pokéfan|Robert|2752|1|195|Quagsire|♂|43|None}}
{{trainerdiv|mountain}}
{{Trainerentry|Spr DP Hiker.png|Hiker|Jim|1440|1|068|Machamp|♂|45|None}}
{{trainerfooter|mountain|II}}
|}
{| class="expandable" style="margin: auto; background: #{{locationcolor/med|mountain}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|mountain}};"
|- align="center"
! Items
|-
|
{{itlisth|mountain}}
{{itemlist|TM Rock|Above a ledge to the west (requires {{m|Strength}})|HG=yes|SS=yes|display={{TM|69|Rock Polish}}}}
{{itlistfoot|mountain}}
|}

[[File:Rock Tunnel 1 HGSS.png|thumb|left|Rock Tunnel, 1F]]
[[File:Rock Tunnel 2 HGSS.png|thumb|left|Rock Tunnel, B1F]]
===Rock Tunnel===
[[Rock Tunnel]] is an undeveloped cave network that links {{rt|10|Kanto}} to {{rt|9|Kanto}}. {{p|Marowak|Rare}} {{p|Kangaskhan|Pokémon}}, displaced from the former Kanto {{safari|Kanto}}, can now be found inside. In addition, the inky darkness means that {{m|Flash}} is usable here.

{| class="expandable" style="margin: auto; background: #{{locationcolor/med|cave}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|cave}};"
|- align="center"
! Available Pokémon
|-
|
{| class="expandable" style="margin: auto; background: #{{locationcolor/med|cave}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|cave}};"
|- align="center"
! 1F
|-
|
{{catch/header|cave|4}}
{{catch/entryhs|104|Cubone|yes|yes|Cave|10-13|all=35%|type1=Ground}}
{{catch/entryhs|074|Geodude|yes|yes|Cave|10|all=30%|type1=Rock|type2=Ground}}
{{catch/entryhs|066|Machop|yes|yes|Cave|12|all=20%|type1=Fighting}}
{{catch/entryhs|041|Zubat|yes|yes|Cave|8|all=10%|type1=Poison|type2=Flying}}
{{catch/entryhs|067|Machoke|yes|yes|Cave|14|all=5%|type1=Fighting}}
{{catch/div|cave|Special}}
{{catch/entryhs|296|Makuhita|yes|yes|Hoenn|12|all=20%|type1=Fighting}}
{{catch/entryhs|359|Absol|yes|yes|Hoenn|10|all=20%|type1=Dark}}
{{catch/entryhs|433|Chingling|yes|yes|Sinnoh|12|all=20%|type1=Psychic}}
{{catch/entryhs|436|Bronzor|yes|yes|Sinnoh|10|all=20%|type1=Steel|type2=Psychic}}
{{catch/footer|cave}}
|}
{| class="expandable" style="margin: auto; background: #{{locationcolor/med|cave}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|cave}};"
|- align="center"
! B1F
|-
|
{{catch/header|cave|4}}
{{catch/entryhs|074|Geodude|yes|yes|Cave|12|all=30%|type1=Rock|type2=Ground}}
{{catch/entryhs|104|Cubone|yes|yes|Cave|12|all=30%|type1=Ground}}
{{catch/entryhs|095|Onix|yes|yes|Cave|16|all=20%|type1=Rock|type2=Ground}}
{{catch/entryhs|041|Zubat|yes|yes|Cave|10|all=10%|type1=Poison|type2=Flying}}
{{catch/entryhs|105|Marowak|yes|yes|Cave|14|all=5%|type1=Ground}}
{{catch/entryhs|115|Kangaskhan|yes|yes|Cave|14|all=5%|type1=Normal}}
{{Catch/div|cave|Rock Smash}}
{{catch/entryhs|074|Geodude|yes|yes|Rock Smash|12-21|all=100%|type1=Rock|type2=Ground}}
{{catch/div|cave|Special}}
{{catch/entryhs|296|Makuhita|yes|yes|Hoenn|16|all=20%|type1=Fighting}}
{{catch/entryhs|359|Absol|yes|yes|Hoenn|12|all=20%|type1=Dark}}
{{catch/entryhs|433|Chingling|yes|yes|Sinnoh|16|all=20%|type1=Psychic}}
{{catch/entryhs|436|Bronzor|yes|yes|Sinnoh|12|all=20%|type1=Steel|type2=Psychic}}
{{catch/footer|cave}}
|}
|}
{| class="expandable" style="margin: auto; background: #{{locationcolor/med|cave}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{locationcolor/light|cave}};"
|- align="center"
! Items
|-
|
{{itlisth|cave}}
{{catch/div|cave|1F}}
{{itemlist|X Defense|On a stalagmite, northeast of the southern entrance (hidden)|HG=yes|SS=yes|display=[[X Defense|X Defend]]}}
{{itemlist|TM Dark|North of the southern entrance|HG=yes|SS=yes|display={{TM|56|Fling}}}}
{{itemlist|Elixir|Southwest area|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|X Accuracy|On the northwest platform (hidden)|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{catch/div|cave|B1F}}
{{itemlist|Oval Stone|South-central area, far-left side (requires {{m|Rock Climb}})|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|HP Up|South-central area, second chamber from the left (hidden, requires {{m|Rock Climb}})|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|Iron|South-central area, far-right side (requires {{m|Rock Climb}})|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|Revive|North-central area|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|PP Up|Lower area in the floor's center|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|Max Potion|Southeast area (hidden, requires {{m|Rock Smash}})|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{catch/div|cave|Other Items}}
{{itemlist|Red Shard|Randomly found by {{m|Rock Smash|smashing rocks}}|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|Blue Shard|Randomly found by {{m|Rock Smash|smashing rocks}}|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|Yellow Shard|Randomly found by {{m|Rock Smash|smashing rocks}}|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|Green Shard|Randomly found by {{m|Rock Smash|smashing rocks}}|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|Heart Scale|Randomly found by {{m|Rock Smash|smashing rocks}}|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|Revive|Randomly found by {{m|Rock Smash|smashing rocks}}|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|Max Ether|Randomly found by {{m|Rock Smash|smashing rocks}}|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|Star Piece|Randomly found by {{m|Rock Smash|smashing rocks}}|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itlistfoot|cave}}
|}

====1F====
Climb onto the platform and take the eastern stairs down, then east to the rock formations. Head to the southern-most rock formation to obtain an [[X Defend]], then head north to collect {{TM|56|Fling}}. Return to the platform and take the western stairs, then immediately north, to find an [[Elixir]]. Head southwest and take the ladder to the basement.

====B1F====
Go northeast to pass by several paths {{m|Rock Climb|running down the wall}}. Head northwest from here and climb the ladder.

====1F====
Head east, then turn to the northwest. Inspect the southern part of the platform for a hidden [[X Accuracy]], then pass over the northern part to reach the northwest ladder.

====B1F====
Grab the [[Revive]] to the east, then take the next pair of stairways eastward. The next stairway leads to a lower area with a [[PP Up]]. Continue on to the southeast corner and use {{m|Rock Smash}} to find a hidden [[Max Potion]]. Climb the ladder back to 1F.

====1F====
Follow the path northeastward to the exit.
{{-}}

==Route 10 (north)==
Outside the tunnel's northern exit is a conveniently-placed Pokémon Center. Chat up the patrons inside to learn that the [[Kanto Power Plant]]'s manager is looking for a strong Trainer to recover a stolen piece of equipment. Head up north to the canal, then swim southward to reach the building.

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|- align="center"
! Available Pokémon
|-
|
{{Catch/header|mountain|yes}}
{{catch/entryhs|100|Voltorb|yes|yes|Grass|17|all=30%|type1=electric}}
{{catch/entryhs|021|Spearow|yes|yes|Grass|16|30%|30%|0%|type1=normal|type2=flying}}
{{catch/entryhs|020|Raticate|yes|yes|Grass|{{tt|15-18|Morning, Day}}, {{tt|16|Night}}|25%|20%|25%|type1=normal}}
{{catch/entryhs|022|Fearow|yes|yes|Grass|18|10%|10%|0%|type1=normal|type2=flying}}
{{catch/entryhs|125|Electabuzz|yes|yes|Grass|{{tt|15|Morning, Night}}, {{tt|15-18|Day}}|5%|10%|5%|type1=electric}}
{{catch/entryhs|195|Quagsire|yes|yes|Grass|16-18|0%|0%|40%|type1=water|type2=ground}}
{{catch/div|water|Surfing}}
{{catch/entryhs|118|Goldeen|yes|yes|Surf|10-15|all=90%|type1=water}}
{{catch/entryhs|119|Seaking|yes|yes|Surf|15|all=10%|type1=water}}
{{catch/div|water|Fishing}}
{{Catch/entryhs|129|Magikarp|yes|yes|Fish Old|10|all=95%|type1=water}}
{{Catch/entryhs|118|Goldeen|yes|yes|Fish Old|10|all=5%|type1=water}}
{{Catch/entryhs|129|Magikarp|yes|yes|Fish Good|20|all=60%|type1=water}}
{{Catch/entryhs|118|Goldeen|yes|yes|Fish Good|20|all=40%|type1=water}}
{{catch/div|mountain|Special}}
{{catch/entryhs|264|Linoone|yes|yes|Hoenn|16|all=20%|type1=normal}}
{{catch/entryhs|293|Whismur|yes|yes|Hoenn|16-17|all=20%|type1=normal}}
{{catch/entryhs|399|Bidoof|yes|yes|Sinnoh|16|all=20%|type1=normal}}
{{catch/entryhs|418|Buizel|yes|yes|Sinnoh|16-17|all=20%|type1=water}}
{{catch/div|building|Power Plant}}
{{catch/entryhs|082|Magneton|yes|yes|Trade|The same as the Traded Pokémon|all=One|tradenum=051|tradename=Dugtrio|type1=Electric|type2=Steel}}
{{Catch/footer|mountain}}
|}
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|- align="center"
! Items
|-
|
{{itlisth|mountain}}
{{itemlist|Carbos|West side of the Power Plant (hidden)|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itlistfoot|mountain}}
|}

===Power Plant===
[[File:Power Plant interior HGSS.png|thumb|Kanto Power Plant]]

The old, abandoned [[Kanto Power Plant]] was recently renovated in order to power the region more efficiently. However, a thief has stolen an essential part of the new generator, forcing it offline. As you turn to leave, the police officer is alerted to a shady character that has been seen loitering around [[Cerulean City]], and asks you to check it out. Surf back northward and head west to reach the city.

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|- align="center"
! Available Pokémon
|-
|
{{catch/header|building|yes}}
{{catch/div|building|Special}}
{{catch/entryhs|082|Magneton|yes|yes|Trade|The same as the Traded Pokémon|all=One|tradenum=051|tradename=Dugtrio|type1=Electric|type2=Steel}}
{{catch/footer|building}}
|}
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|- align="center"
! Items
|-
|
{{itlisth|building}}
{{itemlist|Metal Coat|Held by Maggie, the traded {{p|Magneton}}|HG=yes|SS=yes}}
{{itemlist|TM Electric|From the Power Plant manager, after the [[Machine Part]] is recovered|HG=yes|SS=yes|display={{TM|57|Charge Beam}}}}
{{itlistfoot|building}}
|}

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Pokémon

2018-12-21T14:07:44Z

PixelPupper: /* In other languages */

:''This article is about Pokémon, also known as Pocket Monsters, as a series. For other uses of the words, see [[Pokémon (disambiguation)]]''.
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[[File:Pokémon logo English.png|250px|thumb|International logo of the Pokémon franchises]]
'''Pokémon''' (Japanese: '''ポケットモンスター''' ''Pocket Monsters'', '''ポケモン''' ''Pokémon'' for short), sometimes shortened to '''{{PK}}{{MN}}''', is an overarching media franchise owned by [[Nintendo]], [[Creatures, Inc.]], and [[Game Freak]]. First appearing in 1996 with the release of its [[Pokémon Red and Green Versions|first entries]] on the [[Game Boy]]<ref name="ポケットモンスター赤・緑">[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/game/other/gb-rg/ ポケットモンスター赤・緑 (''In English'': Pokémon Red and Green). The Pokémon Company].</ref>, the [[core series|game series]] has since inspired an array of media, including an [[Pokémon anime|anime]], a [[Pokémon Trading Card Game|card game]], numerous {{pkmn|manga}}, and various [[Spin-off Pokémon games|spin-off]] games.

The series focuses on the creatures known as {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}, as well as their inhabited {{Pkmn|world}}, full of legends, tales, and adventures. Several [[canon|interpretations]] of the world explore different themes and elements. Most commonly, Pokémon coexist with [[human]]s and can be {{Pkmn2|caught}}, [[Pokémon training|trained]], and used in {{Pkmn|battle}}s and other activities. {{Pkmn|Trainer}}s, along with their Pokémon, travel across diverse [[region|lands]] aiming to make their dreams become reality.

==Etymology==
[[File:RedGreenMenu.png|frame|The Game Boy's limited screen forced short words.]]
Much as happens with many other {{wp|wasei-eigo|words and phrases borrowed from English}}, the Japanese name for the series, Pocket Monsters, became contracted into "Pokémon" during the development of the original games, likely as much for convenience when referring to it as to save on screen real estate, considering the small size of the [[Game Boy]]'s screen. The official romanization of "Pokémon" at this time was derived from the contraction of '''Po'''c'''ke'''t and '''Mon'''ster, and can be seen explicitly in ''[[EP025#Trivia|Primeape Goes Bananas]]'', even in the dub.

The "Pokémon" name used today came about during the translation of the games for an English audience during 1997 and 1998. Whereas in Japan, Pocket Monsters was easily able to be trademarked, the release in the United States would prove difficult had this name been used, due to the unrelated {{wp|Monster in My Pocket}} franchise. Thus, an alternate romanization of the contraction was used, with an {{wp|Acute accent#English|acute accent}} over the e to indicate its specific pronunciation, ''poh-kay-mohn''. Despite this issue, however, the fact that Pokémon is short for Pocket Monsters has been referenced in English, with an NPC in {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}} asking the player what Pokémon is short for after thinking about the name of the [[Pokétch]], itself a contraction, as well as on the back of the DVD set containing the [[M01|first]], [[M02|second]], and [[M03|third]] {{pkmn|movie}}s.

==Franchise==
{{main|History of Pokémon}}
Pokémon, as a series, was originally conceived by [[Satoshi Tajiri]] as a way to instill in children of the modern, more urbanized Japan the same enjoyment that he felt as a young boy collecting insects and other bugs near his hometown of {{wp|Machida, Tokyo|Machida}}. Initially called [[Capsule Monsters]], or CapuMon for short, Tajiri pitched the series to Nintendo after being inspired by the [[Game Link Cable]]; he pictured an insect crawling across it between two Game Boy systems.

[[File:Spr 1g 006.png|frame|{{p|Charizard}}'s Red and Green sprite]]
With help from [[Shigeru Miyamoto]], the series began development, with the concepts of the original games, {{game|Red and Green|s}}, going into production between 1990 and 1995. At last, in early 1996, the first games in the series were released in Japan, and Tajiri's dream had become reality. Compared to other games of its time, Pokémon was very limited, with comparatively poor graphics and sound. The series was an overnight success though, and Red and Green were quickly followed by an upgraded [[third version]], {{game|Blue| (Japanese)}}.

An {{pkmn|anime}} was produced, with the intention of covering the journey players took through the [[Kanto]] region in the games over the course of a year and a half. About halfway through the anime's run in late 1997, tragedy struck and [[EP038|an episode]] of the anime was found to be responsible for {{wp|epileptic seizure}}s in more than 600 children due to a flashing strobe effect. No one died of these seizures, and after an investigation was put into place, the anime was put on hiatus for four months, later returning to the air to complete the Kanto run in April 1998.

Encouraged by the games' success in Japan and their upcoming release in the United States, [[Game Freak]] began development on sequels to them. Rather than releasing the sequels immediately, however, Game Freak instead chose to draw from the story of the anime (which differed from the games in that its protagonist was given a {{p|Pikachu}} instead of the standard [[starter Pokémon]] received in [[Red]], [[Green]], and [[Blue]]) and created a fourth game, {{game|Yellow||Special Pikachu Edition}}, to buy some more time for development on the announced sequels.

Several {{pkmn|manga}} series were also produced in this early period, including [[Pokémon Adventures]], which Tajiri has stated is closest to his original idea of the {{pkmn|world}} the series takes place in.

The much-awaited sequels were released in 1999 in Japan and 2000 in the US. {{game|Gold and Silver|s}} revamped the Pokémon world, bringing it into full color, introducing one hundred new Pokémon and addressing many of the issues that had been present in the original games. For example, two new [[type]]s were introduced to address type imbalances. The anime, manga, and other aspects of the franchise followed suit, bringing their characters into the [[Generation II|second generation]].

Even after the initial worldwide hype for the series died down, the Pokémon franchise remained strong. A third version was produced for Generation II, focusing on the [[Legendary Pokémon]] {{p|Suicune}}. With {{game|Crystal}}, a female player character was finally introduced, and the games became fully dependent on the [[Game Boy Color]], abandoning the now long-outdated [[Game Boy]]. [[Generation III]] was announced for the new [[Game Boy Advance]], and at least among fans, the hype returned.

Despite this, when {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} were initially released many people considered them, and Generation III in general, a disappointment. {{an|Misty}}, {{Ash}}'s longtime companion in the anime, left the show and a new girl {{an|May}} joined him. Although 135 new Pokémon were introduced, the games, unlike the Generation II games, were completely incompatible with their predecessors, making 184 of the 251 previously released Pokémon unobtainable without [[cheating]]. This issue was addressed with the unprecedented release of [[remake]]s of the original pair of games, {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, which included many of the Pokémon missing from Ruby and Sapphire. In addition, an enhanced version of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, {{game|Emerald}}, was released and introduced the {{gdis|Battle Frontier|III}} and many other features that would be enjoyed by those who battled Pokémon competitively.

Much like the previous generations, [[Generation IV]] was highly anticipated. {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}, released in 2006 in Japan and 2007 in the US, received much praise. These games brought with them many enhancements from Emerald, and for the first time, Pokémon could be played online to battle against and trade with other players across the world. This generation was also noted for introducing the [[physical move|physical]]/[[special move|special]] damage category split, another improvement which would be enjoyed by those who battled Pokémon competitively. 107 new Pokémon were added as well, bringing the total to 493.

With the precedent set by the earlier release of remakes for the original pair of games, this generation saw much speculation for a remake of the now-outdated Generation II games, and hidden data in the games seemed to indicate that remakes were planned. A third version, {{game|Platinum}}, was released two years after Diamond and Pearl. Due to this, as well as the delay in the release, many became discouraged that the remakes would never come. However, after five years of speculation, {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}} were finally released in 2009 in Japan and in 2010 elsewhere.

[[File:Spr 5b 006.png|frame|{{p|Charizard}}'s Black, White, Black 2 and White 2 sprite]]
[[Generation V]] constituted a "reboot" similar to that of Generation III. The highly anticipated {{game|Black and White|s}} were set far away from the previous games in a region based on {{wp|New York City}} called [[Unova]]. Initially in the game, only the 156 new Pokémon introduced in this generation were available before beating the [[Pokémon League]], forcing veteran players to rethink old strategies. The games did have the capacity to connect to older games, however, and maintained the international connectivity introduced in the fourth generation. The anime series, [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]], and manga series also embraced the new generation with releases of tie-in media. Breaking the traditional format, Pokémon Black and White were followed by two direct sequels, [[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2]], which included many Pokémon from different regions.

[[Generation VI]] started with [[Pokémon X and Y]], which were released worldwide on the same day in 2013, a first for the franchise. The games introduced many new features, such as fully 3D gameplay including 3D models for every Pokémon, [[Mega Evolution]], the introduction of the {{t|Fairy}} [[type]], [[Trainer customization]], [[Pokémon-Amie]], and new battle formats (such as [[Sky Battle]]s and [[Inverse Battle]]s). The games' [[Kalos]] region was chosen to be based on {{wp|France}} partly because French culture is known for its art and beauty—the main theme of the game. The new [[Super Training]] feature offered a simple way to monitor a Pokémon's {{EV}}s. New ways to improve the player's chance of finding [[Shiny Pokémon]] were also introduced, such as the introduction of chain fishing and the return of the [[Poké Radar]]. With the addition of 72 new Pokémon, the total number of Pokémon in Generation VI is 721.

Although there were no remakes in Generation V, Generation VI saw the release of {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} worldwide in 2014, remakes of Generation III's Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire. Similarly to Pokémon X and Y, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire were released around the same time worldwide, although the games were released in Europe a week after the rest of the world. In addition to being remakes of the Generation III games, the games included new Mega Evolutions and introduced [[Primal Reversion]].

[[Generation VII]] began with the release of [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]] in November 2016; like Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, these games were released on the same day worldwide except in Europe, where the games' release was delayed a few days. This generation introduced 81 new Pokémon, taking the total up to 802. The games were released on the year of the [[Pokémon 20th Anniversary|20th anniversary of the franchise]] and are notable for being the first in the core series to lack Gyms, Badges, and HMs. [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]], enhanced versions of Pokémon Sun and Moon, were released worldwide in November 2017. These are the first games to introduce new Pokémon during a generation, excluding [[Mythical Pokémon]] that were already present in the older games' data, bringing the total to 807. [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], [[remakes]] of {{game|Yellow}}, were released worldwide in November 2018. These are the first core titles for the [[Nintendo Switch]], and the first time a core title has switched to a new system mid-generation.

As we look to the future, another core series Nintendo Switch title is in development, expected to release in late 2019. This title will bring the series into the eighth generation.<ref>[https://twitter.com/Pokemon/status/1001636250158223360]</ref><ref>[http://ryokutya2089.com/archives/10886]</ref>

==Creatures==
{{main|Pokémon (species)}}
The creatures themselves, which are based on various plants, animals, objects, and other concepts, inhabit virtually every corner of the {{pkmn|world}}, no matter which canon's interpretation is seen. Many make their homes in forests and on rural [[route]]s stretching across the various regions, while still others are native to cities and other urban centers. Currently, there are {{numpkmn}} known Pokémon.

Typically, Pokémon that are owned by a person are kept in [[Poké Ball]]s, which allow for them to be quickly sent into battle or to perform a task while keeping them safe and making them easier to transport, with the balls typically being able to fit into a pocket. HeartGold and SoulSilver have the lead Pokémon out of their Poké Balls. Many Pokémon owned by Trainers, however, choose to remain outside of their Poké Ball, and travel with their Trainer [[walking Pokémon|on foot]].

Pokémon begin their lives by hatching from {{pkmn|Egg}}s (with the exception of most [[Mythical]] and [[Legendary Pokémon]]), and many of them will [[Evolution|evolve]] to grow stronger and larger during the course of their lives. Most Pokémon are not immortal, as can be seen from the Pokémon gravestones found in various {{cat|burial grounds}}. Though their abilities far surpass those of normal animals, the majority of Pokémon are not immortal (as those who do not follow the series as closely may deduce).

Many Pokémon are much more powerful than others, and some, due to this, have [[legendary Pokémon|passed into legends]] that are told in the Pokémon world. It has not been consistently illustrated whether or not these Pokémon really do have the power that their legends state, though the general consensus is that, in the wild, a Pokémon's abilities are truly those of the legends, while a Trainer who captures one in a Poké Ball will limit its strength.

Many Pokémon may also be influenced by {{wp|yōkai}}, which are special creatures in Japanese folklore with strange abilities, sometimes even created from inanimate objects.

==In other languages==
''Pokémon''
{| class="roundy" style="background: #{{Pokémon color}}; border: 3px solid #{{Pokémon color dark}}"
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| ポケモン ''Pokémon''
| From ポケットモンスター ''Pocket Monsters''.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| English
| Pokémon
| Same as Japanese name. The letter {{wp|é}} is used to represent the {{wp|Close-mid front unrounded vowel|-ay}} sound.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 寶可夢 / 宝可梦 ''Pokémon''{{tt|*|Taiwan (2016 - present) and mainland China (2010 - current)}} 神奇寶貝 / 神奇宝贝 ''Shénqí Bǎobèi''{{tt|*|Taiwan (1998 - 2016) and Mainland China (2000 - 2010)}} 小精灵 ''Xiǎojīnglíng''{{tt|*|Mainland China (1998 - 2000)}}
| Transliteration of Japanese name. From 神奇的口袋中的寶貝 / 神奇的口袋中的宝贝 ''Shénqí de kǒudài zhōng de bǎobèi''. 神奇宝贝 / 神奇寶貝 means ''magical creatures''. Same as former Cantonese name.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 寶可夢 ''Pokémon''{{tt|*|Games}} 小精靈 ''Síujīnglìhng''{{tt|*|1998 - present}} 寵物小精靈 ''Chúngmaht Síujīnglìhng''{{tt|*|1998 - present}} 精靈 ''Jīnglìhng''{{tt|*|1998 - 1999}}
| Same as Mandarin name. From 寵物小精靈 ''Chúngmaht Síujīnglìhng''. 小精靈 means ''little creature''. Same as the series' name. From 寵物小精靈 ''Chúngmaht Síujīnglìhng''. 精靈 means ''creature''.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 포켓몬 ''Pokémon''
| From 포켓몬스터 ''Pocket Monsters''.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Arabic
| بوكيمون ''Bukimun''
| Transliteration of English name.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Belarusian, Bulgarian Russian, Ukrainian
| Покемон ''Pokémon''
| Transliteration of English name.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Greek
| Πόκεμον ''Pókemon''
| Transliteration of English name.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Hebrew
| פוקימון ''Pokémon''
| Transliteration of English name.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Hindi
| पोकेमोन ''Pokémon''
| Transliteration of English name.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Tamil
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| Transliteration of English name.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Telugu
| పోకీమాన్ ''Pokémon''
| Transliteration of English name.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Urdu
| پوکيمون ''Pokémon''
| Transliteration of English name.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Thai
| โปเกมอน ''Pokémon''
| Transliteration of English name.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Vietnamese
| Pokémon Bửu Bối Thần Kỳ{{tt|*|Phương Nam Film}}
| Same as English name. From former Chinese name.
|-
! colspan="3" |
|}

''Pocket Monsters''
{| class="roundy" style="background: #{{Pokémon color}}; border: 3px solid #{{Pokémon color dark}}"
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| ポケットモンスター ''Pocket Monsters''
| From ポケット ''poketto'' (pocket) and モンスター ''monsutā'' (monsters).
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and mainland China}})
| 精靈寶可夢 / 精灵宝可梦 ''Jīnglíng Pokémon''{{tt|*|Taiwan (2016 - present) and Mainland China (2010 - current)}} 神奇的口袋中的寶貝 / 神奇的口袋中的宝贝 ''Shénqí de kǒudài zhōng de bǎobèi''{{tt|*|Taiwan (1998 - 2016) and mainland China (2000 - 2010)}} 宠物小精灵 ''Chǒngwù Xiǎojīnglíng''{{tt|*|Mainland China (1998 - 2000)}}
| From 精靈 / 精灵 ''jīnglíng'' (creature) and 寶可夢 / 宝可梦 ''Pokémon'' (transliteration of Japanese name). Means ''the magical creatures in the pocket''. Same as former Cantonese name.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 精靈寶可夢 ''Jīnglìhng Pokémon''{{tt|*|Games}} 寵物小精靈 ''Chúngmaht Síujīnglìhng''{{tt|*|1998 - present}}
| Same as Mandarin name. Means ''pet creature''.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 포켓몬스터 ''Pocket Monsters''
| From 포켓 ''poket'' (pocket) and 몬스터 ''monseuteo'' (monsters).
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Thai
| พ็อกเก็ตมอนสเตอร์ ''Pocket Monsters''
| From พ็อกเก็ต ''pocket'' and มอนสเตอร์ ''monsters''.
|-
! colspan="3" |
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Skarmory (Pokémon)

2018-12-21T13:49:31Z

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'''Skarmory''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''エアームド''' ''Airmd'') is a dual-type {{2t|Steel|Flying}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation II]].

It is not known to [[Evolution|evolve]] into or from any other Pokémon.

==Biology==
Skarmory is a silver-gray, avian Pokémon with a long, metallic blue neck, legs, and tail. It has yellow eyes, a pointed beak with several pointed teeth, and a triangular crest on its head. There are red feathers under the sheaths that cover its sharp wings, and each feather can be moved independently. Its wings are actually hollow, allowing it to travel up to 180 mph (300 km/h). Its feet have three toes on them, two in front and one in back, and its tail has hooked ends.

Its steel wings become tattered and bashed in from repeated battles, but once a year the battered wings grow back completely. This process restores the cutting edges. Its feathers are sharp enough to be used as blades. Its skin and feathers are solid because it lives and is raised in very {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Rough-terrain Pokémon|harsh conditions}}. Its nests are usually found in thorn bushes, where continual scratching of its skin will eventually harden it into an iron-like state. However, water can cause Skarmory's hard body to rust easily, so it stays in its nest on rainy days. In ancient [[Alola]], warriors would use the sharp feathers that fell off Skarmory as swords.

==In the anime==
[[File:Ninja Village Skarmory.png|thumb|250px|left|Skarmory in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
===Major appearances===
Skarmory debuted in ''[[EP152|Hot Matches!]]'', under the ownership of [[Miki]]. She used it to battle [[Brock's Vulpix]], which it defeated with {{m|Steel Wing}}. It then battled [[Ash's Cyndaquil]], but the battle was interrupted by {{TRT}}. After Team Rocket was sent blasting off, Skarmory and Cyndaquil resumed their battle the next day, during which Skarmory was defeated by Cyndaquil's {{m|Flamethrower}}.

A Skarmory appeared in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'', under the ownership of [[Attila]]. It was his main battling Pokémon and was capable of learning very powerful moves.

{{MTR}} and {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} had their food stolen by a Skarmory in ''[[PK11|Camp Pikachu]]''.

A Skarmory was one of the {{type|Steel}} Pokémon that were picking on a wild {{AP|Torkoal}} in ''[[AG058|All Torkoal, No Play]]''.

A Skarmory kidnapped {{an|May}} and dumped her in the [[Forbidden Forest]] in ''[[AG073|Grass Hysteria!]]''.

[[Winona]]'s {{pkmn2|giant}} Skarmory appeared in ''[[AG084|Who's Flying Now?]]''. She would let people take rides on it during the Feather Festival.

In ''[[SS019|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Go-Getters out of the Gate!]]'', a Skarmory kidnapped {{p|Pikachu}} and {{p|Pichu}}. Team Go-Getters battled it and eventually managed to save the two {{t|Electric}} rodents. After the battle, the Skarmory claimed to have no memory of the event, although the reason for this is unknown. {{p|Charmander}} guessed that "maybe Skarmory bumped its head."

A Skarmory kidnapped an {{p|Azumarill}} in ''[[PK13|Pikachu's Summer Festival]]''. It later battled [[May's Combusken]].

{{an|Barry}} owns a Skarmory, which he used in his battle against [[Paul]] in ''[[DP184|Casting a Paul on Barry!]]'' at the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. It was able to use {{m|Spikes}}, but was still easily defeated by {{TP|Paul|Magmortar}}.

A Skarmory appeared in ''[[XY036|Battles in the Sky!]]'', under ownership of a {{tc|Sky Trainer}}. It was seen battling [[Moria]] and her {{p|Talonflame}}, but it was eventually defeated by a super-effective {{m|Fire Blast}}.

A Skarmory appeared in the Hoopa's Surprise Ring Adventures short ''{{DL|Hoopa's Surprise Ring Adventures|Flying in the Air}}''. It was among the immense {{type|Flying}} Pokémon summoned by {{an|Hoopa}} to create wind for {{Ash}} and {{AP|Pikachu}}, but their combined {{m|Gust}} was too much for them and sent them blasting off.

Six Skarmory appeared in ''[[XY099|The Legend of the Ninja Hero!]]'', under the ownership of the ninja army. They participated in the attack on [[Ninja Village]]. They reappeared in the [[XY100|next episode]], where they managed to pop Team Rocket's balloon, sending them blasting off.

===Minor appearances===
A Skarmory appeared in ''[[PK08|Delibird's Dilemma]]'', where it sent Meowth and Wobbuffet blasting off after being hit by a snowball thrown by [[Ash's Totodile]].

A Skarmory appeared in ''[[PK11|Camp Pikachu]]''.

A Skarmory appeared in ''[[EP210|Around the Whirlpool]]'' as part of {{an|Brock}}'s example.

A Skarmory appeared in ''[[AG071|A Six Pack Attack!]]''.

A Skarmory appeared in ''[[AG073|Grass Hysteria!]]'' as a resident of the [[Forbidden Forest]].

A Skarmory appeared in ''[[AG080|That's Just Swellow]]'' as one of the participants of the [[Crossgate PokéRinger]] competition.

A Skarmory appeared in [[PK13]].

A {{pkmn|Coordinator}}'s Skarmory appeared in ''[[AG122|Deceit and Assist]]''.

Multiple Skarmory appeared in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' as part of the feuding armies. Three of them attacked [[Sir Aaron]] and his {{p|Pidgeot}}.

A Coordinator's Skarmory briefly appeared in ''[[AG162|Spontaneous Combusken!]]'', where it took part in the {{isl|Chrysanthemum}} {{pkmn|Contest}}.

[[May's Squirtle]] defeated a Skarmory in the [[Contest Battle|Battle Stage]] of the {{ci|Mulberry}} Contest in ''[[AG175|Going for Choke!]]''.

A Skarmory appeared in ''[[AG176|The Ole' Berate and Switch!]]'', under the ownership of a {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}.

A Skarmory appeared in ''[[DP010|Not on MY Watch Ya Don't!]]''.

Multiple Skarmory appeared in ''[[DP110|Steeling Peace of Mind!]]'' and ''[[DP111|Saving the World From Ruins!]]'', where they were some of the {{type|Steel}} Pokémon on [[Iron Island]] that had gone crazy due to [[Team Galactic]]'s actions.

{{OBP|Taylor|DP118}}'s Skarmory appeared in ''[[DP118|Pursuing a Lofty Goal!]]'' as one of the participants of the [[Squallville PokéRinger]] competition.

Multiple Skarmory appeared in ''[[DP129|Pillars of Friendship!]]'', under the command of [[J's henchmen]].

A Skarmory appeared in the opening sequence of ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''.

A Skarmory appeared in a flashback in [[SS028]].

A {{pkmn|Trainer}}'s Skarmory appeared in ''[[XY077|A Relay in the Sky!]]'', where it was a participant of the [[Pokémon Sky Relay]].

===Pokédex entries===
{{Animedexheader|Johto}}
{{Animedexbody|EP152|Skarmory|Ash's Pokédex|Skarmory, the Armor Bird Pokémon. Because Skarmory nests in briers and is constantly scratched by thorns, its wings become razor-sharp.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|original|Johto}}
{{Animedexheader|Sinnoh}}
{{Animedexbody|DP184|Skarmory|Dawn's Pokédex|Skarmory, the Armor Bird Pokémon. Skarmory's body is covered with a steel-like armor, and can fly at speeds of over {{tt|100 mph|300 km/h}}.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Diamond & Pearl''|Sinnoh}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Falkner Skarmory Adventures.png|thumb|150px|Skarmory in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{adv|Gold}} helped [[Falkner]] {{pkmn2|caught}} a Skarmory in ''[[PS099|Sunkern Treasure]]'' by using his newly caught Sunkern to leap near it to let [[Exbo]] attack it with its {{m|Ember}}. Falkner then passed the [[Gym Leader]] test using it, becoming the new Gym Leader of [[Violet City]].

Falkner's father, [[Walker]], owns a Skarmory. In ''[[PS124|Scrappy Skarmory]]'', he rode it to visit Chuck in Cianwood City. He was attacked by Suicune on the way, so he teamed up with [[Chuck]] in an attempt to capture it, but failed.

A Skarmory appeared in ''[[PS179|The Last Battle XIII]]'' as one of the Pokémon sent to participate in the fight in [[Ilex Forest]].

[[Winona]] was seen with a Skarmory in ''[[PS245|Bravo, Vibrava]]'', which she used to battle [[Team Aqua]].

[[Carr]] used a Skarmory to escape from [[Team Rocket]]'s airship in ''[[PS298|Black Hole Escape]]''.

In ''[[PS305|Interesting Interactions Involving Illumise]]'', Skarmory was the first rental Pokémon used by {{adv|Emerald}} in his Battle Factory team.

The {{DL|Battle Frontier (Generation III)|Battle Factory}} rented a Skarmory, which was stolen by [[Guile Hideout]] in ''[[PS315|Skirting Around Surskit I]]''.

The Battle Factory rented another Skarmory, which was also stolen by Guile Hideout in ''[[PS326|Lemme at 'Em, Lapras!]]''.

The {{OBP|Battle Tower|Generation III}} rented a Skarmory, which was stolen by Guile Hideout in ''[[PS334|The Final Battle VII]]''.

====Pokédex entries====
{{Mangadexheader}}
{{Mangadexbody|Pokémon Adventures|[[PS138]]|Feathers from its wings are thin and hard. They can also be used as blades or knives.{{tt|*|Chuang Yi's translation}}}}
{{Mangadexfooter}}

===In the Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All manga===
[[Shu]] owned a Skarmory in ''[[GDZ62|A Grand, Mid-air Battle with a Rival!]]''.

===In the W Mission Story: Pokémon Ranger - the Comic manga===
A Skarmory appeared under the ownership of [[Elita]].

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

==In the TFG==
One Skarmory figure has been released.

* {{TFG|Next Quest}}: {{TFG ID|Next Quest|Skarmory|14}}

==Other appearances==
===[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]===
In the {{OBP|Pokémon Stadium 2|stage}}, a Skarmory can be seen flying on the {{t|Flying}} Terrain. Other guest Pokémon found in the Flying Terrain include a {{p|Drifloon}} and a {{p|Hoppip}} drifting in the distance.

====Trophy information====
''"An Armor Bird Pokémon with a steel-hard body and wings. It flies at speeds up to 186 miles per hour and slices enemies with sharp steel wings that grow dull over time. It grows new wings once a year, which regain their original sharpness. It's said that people used to use fallen wings for swords and knives. It can fly so quickly and freely because it has light, hollow bones."''

===[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]===
Skarmory appears as a {{sbw|Spirits (characters)|Spirit}}.

==Game data==
===NPC appearances===
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon]]: Skarmory resides at the top of [[Mt. Steel]] where it does not like being disturbed. Skarmory holds a {{p|Diglett}} captive and attacks the player. After being defeated, it flies away and doesn't return. However, the player can have a Skarmory join their team after beating the game in the following dungeons: [[Western Cave]] 40F-49F; [[Wish Cave]] 18F-19F.
* {{ga|Pokémon Ranger}}: Skarmory is [[Elita]]'s partner Pokémon. The player also sees it at the Grassland Challenge.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=Steel|type2=Flying}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=II}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Gold|entry=Its sturdy wings look heavy, but they are actually hollow and light, allowing it to fly freely in the sky.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Silver|entry=After nesting in bramble bushes, the wings of its chicks grow hard from scratches by thorns.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Crystal|entry=The feathers that it sheds are very sharp. It is said that people once used the feathers as swords.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Stadium 2|t=FFF|color=000|entry=Its sturdy wings look heavy, but they are actually hollow and light, allowing it to fly freely in the sky.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=III}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ruby|t=FFF|entry=Skarmory is entirely encased in hard, protective armor. This Pokémon flies at close to {{tt|190 mph|300 km/h}}. It slashes foes with its wings that possess swordlike cutting edges.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sapphire|t=FFF|entry=Skarmory's steel wings become tattered and bashed in from repeated battles. Once a year, the battered wings grow back completely, restoring the cutting edges to their pristine state.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Emerald|t=FFF|entry=A Pokémon that has a body and wings of steel. People in the past used feathers fallen from Skarmory to make swords and knives.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=FireRed|entry=After nesting in bramble bushes, the wings of its chicks grow hard from scratches by thorns.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=LeafGreen|entry=Its sturdy wings look heavy, but its bones are hollow and light, allowing it to fly freely in the sky.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=IV}}
{{Dex/Entry3|v=Diamond|v2=Pearl|v3=Platinum|entry=Despite being clad entirely in iron-hard armor, it flies at speed of over {{tt|180 mph|300 km/h}}.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=HeartGold|entry=Its sturdy wings look heavy, but they are actually hollow and light, allowing it to fly freely in the sky.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=SoulSilver|entry=After nesting in bramble bushes, the wings of its chicks grow hard from scratches by thorns}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=V}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black|v2=White|t=FFF|entry=Despite being clad entirely in iron-hard armor, it flies at speed of over {{tt|180 mph|300 km/h}}.}}
{{Dex/Entry2|v=Black 2|v2=White 2|t=FFF|entry=Its heavy-looking iron body is actually thin and light, so it can fly at speeds over {{tt|180 mph|300 km/h}}.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=After nesting in bramble bushes, the wings of its chicks grow hard from scratches by thorns.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|entry=Despite being clad entirely in iron-hard armor, it flies at speed of over {{tt|180 mph|300 km/h}}.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Omega Ruby|t=fff|entry=Skarmory is entirely encased in hard, protective armor. This Pokémon flies at close to {{tt|190 mph|300 km/h}}. It slashes foes with its wings that possess swordlike cutting edges.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Alpha Sapphire|t=fff|entry=Skarmory's steel wings become tattered and bashed in from repeated battles. Once a year, the battered wings grow back completely, restoring the cutting edges to their pristine state.}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=Its feathers, which fall off as it grows, are thin and sharp. In times long past, warriors used them as swords.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=Its metal body is sturdy, but it does rust rather easily. So on rainy days, this Pokémon prefers to stay put in its nest.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Sun|entry=The wing feathers it sheds can be processed and made into knives whose sharpness is recognized by the finest chefs.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Moon|entry=Its body is draped in steel armor. It looks heavy, but it can fly at speeds of up to 185 miles an hour!}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}

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====In side games====
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====In events====
{{eventAvail/h|type=Steel|type2=Flying}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev2|GSC}}|Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Fury Cutter Skarmory|English|United States|5|August 30 to September 26, 2002|link=List of Gotta Catch 'Em All event Pokémon#Fury Cutter Skarmory}}
|}

===Held items===
{{HeldItems
|type=Steel|type2=Flying
|fr1=Sharp Beak|fr1type=None|fr1rar=5
|colo1=Sharp Beak|colo1type=None|colo1rar=100
|oras1=Metal Coat|oras1type=None|oras1rar=5
|sm1=Metal Coat|sm1type=None|sm1rar=5
|usum1=Metal Coat|usum1type=None|usum1rar=5
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats
|type=Steel
|type2=Flying
|HP=65
|Attack=80
|Defense=140
|SpAtk=40
|SpDef=70
|Speed=70}}

====Pokéathlon stats====
{{Pokéthlon
|type=Steel
|type2=Flying
|Speed=4
|SpeedMax=5
|Power=3
|PowerMax=3
|Technique=1
|TechniqueMax=2
|Stamina=2
|StaminaMax=4
|Jump=5
|JumpMax=5
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Steel
|type2=Flying
|Normal=50
|Fighting=100
|Flying=50
|Poison=0
|Ground=0
|Rock=100
|Bug=25
|Ghost=100
|Steel=50
|Fire=200
|Water=100
|Grass=25
|Electric=200
|Psychic=50
|Ice=100
|Dragon=50
|Dark=100
|Fairy=50
|notes=yes
|flying=ironballiv
|newground=2
|steel=yes
|newpoison=1
|gen5dark=yes
|olddark=½
|gen5ghost=yes
|oldghost2=½}}

===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{learnlist/levelh/7|Skarmory|Steel|Flying|2}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Leer|Normal|Status|—|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Peck|Flying|Physical|35|100|35||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|6|Sand Attack|Ground|Status|—|100|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|9|Metal Claw|Steel|Physical|50|95|35||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|12|Air Cutter|Flying|Special|60|95|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|17|Fury Attack|Normal|Physical|15|85|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|20|Feint|Normal|Physical|30|100|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|23|Swift|Normal|Special|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|28|Spikes|Ground|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|31|Agility|Psychic|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/level7|34|Steel Wing|Steel|Physical|70|90|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|39|Slash|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|42|Metal Sound|Steel|Status|—|85|40}}
{{learnlist/level7|45|Air Slash|Flying|Special|75|95|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|50|Autotomize|Steel|Status|—|—|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|53|Night Slash|Dark|Physical|70|100|15}}
{{learnlist/levelf/7|Skarmory|Steel|Flying|2}}

====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/7|Skarmory|Steel|Flying|2}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM05|Roar|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM12|Taunt|Dark|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM19|Roost|Flying|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|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|TM41|Torment|Dark|Status|—|100|15}}
{{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|TM51|Steel Wing|Steel|Physical|70|90|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM58|Sky Drop|Flying|Physical|60|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM66|Payback|Dark|Physical|50|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM75|Swords Dance|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM76|Fly|Flying|Physical|90|95|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM80|Rock Slide|Rock|Physical|75|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM81|X-Scissor|Bug|Physical|80|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|TM91|Flash Cannon|Steel|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM97|Dark Pulse|Dark|Special|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tmf/7|Skarmory|Steel|Flying|2}}

====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/7|Skarmory|Steel|Flying|2}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|021|Spearow}}{{MSP|022|Fearow}}{{MSP|198|Murkrow}}{{MSP|527|Woobat}}{{MSP|528|Swoobat}}|Assurance|Dark|Physical|60|100|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|083|Farfetch'd}}{{MSP|276|Taillow}}{{MSP|277|Swellow}}{{MSP|396|Starly}}{{MSP|397|Staravia}}{{MSP|398|Staraptor}} {{MSP|580|Ducklett}}{{MSP|581|Swanna}}{{MSP|627|Rufflet}}{{MSP|628|Braviary}}{{MSP|663|Talonflame}}{{MSP|722|Rowlet}} {{MSP|723|Dartrix}}{{MSP|724|Decidueye}}|Brave Bird|Flying|Physical|120|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|083|Farfetch'd}}|Curse|Ghost|Status|—|—|10|*}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|021|Spearow}}{{MSP|022|Fearow}}{{MSP|084|Doduo}}{{MSP|085|Dodrio}}{{MSP|731|Pikipek}}{{MSP|732|Trumbeak}} {{MSP|733|Toucannon}}|Drill Peck|Flying|Physical|80|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|016|Pidgey}}{{MSP|017|Pidgeotto}}{{MSP|018|Pidgeot}}{{MSP|021|Spearow}}{{MSP|022|Fearow}}{{MSP|041|Zubat}} {{MSP|042|Golbat}}{{MSP|169|Crobat}}{{MSP|083|Farfetch'd}}{{MSP|084|Doduo}}{{MSP|085|Dodrio}}{{MSP|142|Aerodactyl}} {{MSP|163|Hoothoot}}{{MSP|164|Noctowl}}{{MSP|176|Togetic}}{{MSP|468|Togekiss}}{{MSP|177|Natu}}{{MSP|178|Xatu}} {{MSP|198|Murkrow}}{{MSP|430|Honchkrow}}{{MSP|227|Skarmory}}{{MSP|276|Taillow}}{{MSP|277|Swellow}}{{MSP|278|Wingull}} {{MSP|279|Pelipper}}{{MSP|333|Swablu}}{{MSP|334|Altaria}}{{MSP|396|Starly}}{{MSP|397|Staravia}}{{MSP|398|Staraptor}} {{MSP|441|Chatot}}|Endure|Normal|Status|—|—|10|‡}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|177|Natu}}{{MSP|178|Xatu}}|Guard Swap|Psychic|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|021|Spearow}}{{MSP|022|Fearow}}{{MSP|084|Doduo}}{{MSP|085|Dodrio}}{{MSP|198|Murkrow}}{{MSP|430|Honchkrow}} {{MSP|278|Wingull}}{{MSP|279|Pelipper}}|Pursuit|Dark|Physical|40|100|20}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|164|Noctowl}}{{MSP|334|Altaria}}{{MSP|468|Togekiss}}{{MSP|519|Pidove}}{{MSP|520|Tranquill}}{{MSP|521|Unfezant}} {{MSP|561|Sigilyph}}|Sky Attack|Flying|Physical|140|90|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|142|Aerodactyl}}{{MSP|227|Skarmory}}{{MSP|566|Archen}}{{MSP|567|Archeops}}|Stealth Rock|Rock|Status|—|—|20|‡}}
{{learnlist/breed7|{{MSP|016|Pidgey}}{{MSP|017|Pidgeotto}}{{MSP|018|Pidgeot}}{{MSP|396|Starly}}{{MSP|397|Staravia}}{{MSP|398|Staraptor}} {{MSP|561|Sigilyph}}{{MSP|627|Rufflet}}{{MSP|628|Braviary}}{{MSP|714|Noibat}}{{MSP|715|Noivern}}|Whirlwind|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/breedf/7|Skarmory|Steel|Flying|2}}

====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/7|Skarmory|Steel|Flying|2}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Defog|Flying|Status|—|—|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Icy Wind|Ice|Special|55|95|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Iron Defense|Steel|Status|—|—|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Iron Head|Steel|Physical|80|100|15||'''|no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Sky Attack|Flying|Physical|140|90|5||'''|no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Snore|Normal|Special|50|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Stealth Rock|Rock|Status|—|—|20|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Tailwind|Flying|Status|—|—|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/7|Skarmory|Steel|Flying|2}}

===={{Trading Card Game}}-only moves====
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background:#{{tcg metal color light}}; border:3px solid #{{tcg metal color}}"
|-
! Move
! Card
|-
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybl|5px}}" | {{m|Quick Attack}}
| style="background:#fff; {{roundybr|5px}}" | [[Skarmory (Stormfront 51)]]
|}

===Side game data===
{{Spindata/Head|type=Steel|type2=Flying}}
{{Spindata/PinballRS|col=3|type=Steel|ndex=227|acquisition=Catch}}
{{Spindata/Trozei|col=3|type=Steel|ndex=227|rarity=Rare}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDRB|col=6|type=Steel|ndex=227
|body=1
|rate=6.8
|area=Ravaged Field
|P1=These wings are quite light, actually.
|P2=I don't like this. What remains of my health is half.
|P3=This is terrible... I haven't any power left...
|PL=Ah, leveled up! My wings feel lighter than ever!
}}
|-
{{Spindata/MDTDS|col=6|type=Steel|ndex=227
|body=1
|rate=8.2
|IQ=C
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Ranger|col=6|type=Steel
|group=Steel
|assist=Flying
|fieldpower=0
|field=None
|loop=3
|MinEXP=N/A
|MaxEXP=N/A
|browser=Skarmory is capable of freely flying high and low through the skies.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Ranger SoA|col=6|type=Steel
|group=Steel
|assist=Steel
|field=Demist
|fieldpower=-
|browser=It whips up gusts with its large wings. It also uses its ironclad body to attack.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Ranger GS|col=6|type=Steel
|group=Steel
|assist=Flying
|field=Tackle
|fieldpower=3
|assistp=Flying
|browser=It attacks with gusts of luminous wind.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/RumbleBlast|col=6|type=Steel
|att=3
|def=5
|speed=3
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Battle Trozei|col=3|type=Steel|ndex=227
|power=2
}}
{{Spindata/Shuffle|col=3|type=Steel|ndex=227|num=143
|min=60
|max=105
|raisemaxlevel=5
|skill=Steely Resolve
|skilldesc=Increases damage when things are looking desperate.
|swapper=Nosedive
}}
|-
{{Spindata/GO|col=6|type=Steel|ndex=227
|egg=10
|buddy=5
|evolution=N/A
|stamina=130
|attack=148
|defense=260
|fast={{m|Steel Wing}}, {{m|Air Slash}}
|special={{m|Brave Bird}}, {{m|Sky Attack}}, {{m|Flash Cannon}}
}}
|}

===Evolution===
{{Evobox-1
|type1=Steel
|type2=Flying
|pictype=art
|no1=227
|name1=Skarmory
|type1-1=Steel
|type2-1=Flying}}

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Steel|type2=Flying}}
{{Spritebox/NA|gen=II}}
{{Spritebox/2|ndex=227}}
{{Spritebox/3|ndex=227}}
{{Spritebox/4|ndex=227}}
{{Spritebox/5|ndex=227}}
{{Spritebox/6|ndex=227}}
{{Spritebox/7|ndex=227}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|227|Skarmory}}

==Trivia==
* Skarmory has the highest base {{stat|Defense}} of all {{type|Flying}} Pokémon.
* Skarmory's number in the [[List of Pokémon by Johto Pokédex number|Johto Pokédex]] and [[List of Pokémon by Unova Pokédex number#List of Pokémon by New Unova Pokédex number|New Unova Pokédex]] are the same: 203.

===Origin===
Skarmory has much in common with the {{wp|Andean Condor}} and {{wp|Crane (bird)|crane}}s, birds which are held in high esteem in Japan. It is also similar to many mythological, metallic birds such as the {{wp|Stymphalian bird}}s, the {{wp|Gagana}}, and the {{wp|Alicanto}}.

Its concept could also be a pun on 鶴 ''tsuru'' (crane), referencing a paper crane, and 剣 ''tsurugi'' (sword). Its wings also resemble a Japanese paper {{wp|hand fan}}.

====Name origin====
Skarmory is a combination of ''sky'' and ''{{wp|armory}}'' or ''armor''. It may also include ''scar'', given how its sharp body could easily wound its prey and even leave them with scars; ''scar'' may also refer to Skarmory's own skin, being cut repeatedly in brambles when it is young and building up the harder, callused or scar-like tissue which makes up its steely hide as an adult.

Airmd may be based on ''air'' or a pun on ''armed'' or ''armored''.

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=Steel|type2=Flying
|ja=エアームド ''Airmd''|jameaning=From ''air'', ''armed'', and ''armored''
|fr=Airmure|frmeaning=From ''air'' and ''{{tt|armure|armor}}''
|es=Skarmory|esmeaning=Same as English name
|de=Panzaeron|demeaning=From ''{{tt|Panzer|armor}}'' and ''aero''
|it=Skarmory|itmeaning=Same as English name
|ko=무장조 ''Mujangjo''|komeaning=Combination of {{tt|무장 ''mujang''|armed or armored}} and {{tt|조(鳥) ''jo''|bird}}
|zh_cmn=盔甲鳥 / 盔甲鸟 ''Kuījiǎniǎo''|zh_cmnmeaning=Literally "Armored bird"
|hi=स्कारमोरी ''Skarmory''|himeaning=Transcription of English name
|ru=Скармори ''Skarmori''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name
}}
{{left clear}}

==External links==

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{{PokémonPrevNext/Head|type=Steel|type2=Flying}}
{{PokémonPrevNext/Pokémon|type=Steel|prevnum=226|prev=Mantine|nextnum=228|next=Houndour}}
|}
{{Project Pokédex notice}}

[[Category:Shadow Pokémon in Pokémon Colosseum]]

[[de:Panzaeron]]
[[es:Skarmory]]
[[fr:Airmure]]
[[it:Skarmory]]
[[ja:エアームド]]
[[zh:盔甲鸟]]