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{{AnimePokémonInfobox|
nickname=Arman|
jnickname=アーマン|
tmnickname=Āman|
image=[[File:Henry Urshifu.png|150px]] |
caption=Henry's Urshifu |
location=[[Tower of Waters]]|
gender=Unknown |
ability=Unknown |
type1=Fighting |
type2=Water|
media=special |
numeps1=5 |
epnum=PASS32|
epname=Boom!! Reunion in a New Land |
catchepnum=PASS37|
catchepname=Crackle!! Retrieve the Sword & Shield |
firstevoep=PASS37|
firstevoname=Crackle!! Retrieve the Sword & Shield |
firststagename=Kubfu|
secondstagename=Urshifu|
prevonum=0891 |
evo1num=0892R |
evolution=1 |
current=[[Party|With Henry]] |
va=no |
}}
'''Arman''' (Japanese: '''アーマン''' ''Āman'') is an {{p|Urshifu}} that [[Henry Sword]] owns in [[Pokémon Adventures]] and his sixth {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} overall. It was given to Henry by [[Mustard]].

==In the manga==
===History===
====With [[Mustard]]====
Urshifu debuted in ''[[PASS32|Boom!! Reunion in a New Land]]'' as a {{p|Kubfu}}. Mustard introduced Kubfu to {{Casey}}, hoping she would help it see the world outside the [[Master Dojo]] and overcome its shy nature. Casey rejected the offer as she already had a full [[party]], so Mustard instead passed the task onto Henry. In ''[[PASS33|Whoosh!! To the Forest of Focus]]'', Kubfu traveled with Henry to the [[Forest of Focus]] to look for tree sap capable of curing the effects of {{p|Eternatus}}'s poison. As soon as they arrived, the group was attacked by some rampaging {{type|Poison}} Pokémon. Kubfu impulsively fought off the Pokémon, only to retreat in shame when [[Klara]] pointed out the Pokémon didn't actually mean any harm. 
[[File:Henry Kubfu vs Mustard Urshifu.png|thumb|200px|left|Kubfu facing off against Single Strike Style Urshifu]]
In ''[[PASS34|BAAM!! Incredible Evolution of the Three Pokémon]]'', once the sap was collected, Kubfu stole the container from Casey, hoping to use it to cure a {{status|poisoned|poisoned}} {{p|Zorua}}. After scolding Kubfu for failing to explain itself, the group suggested it use a [[Pecha Berry]] as a substitute, only to earn the anger of a group of {{p|Skwovet}} led by a {{p|Greedent}}. [[Twiggy]], [[Bit]], and [[Sniffler]] fended off the group, giving Kubfu the opportunity to heal the Zorua. Afterward, Kubfu trained by battling various wild Pokémon on the island.
[[File:Scroll of Waters Adventures.png|thumb|150px|The Scroll of Waters Kubfu used to evolve]]
In ''[[PASS35|Bom Bom!! Kubfu and Intense Training]]'', Henry and the others came across the [[Tower of Darkness]] while searching for the [[Rusted Sword]] and [[Rusted Shield|Shield]]. A {{tc|Master Dojo Student}} guarding the entrance refused to let them enter the building unless Henry and Kubfu defeat her in a one-on-one battle. Despite landing the first blow, Kubfu was quickly defeated by the student's {{p|Impidimp}}. Later that night, Kubfu went to investigate the tower by itself, only to be taken out by an unseen Pokémon.

In ''[[PASS36|Rrmbll!! Serious Tower Battle]]'', Kubfu chose to challenge the [[Tower of Waters]]. After battling through various students, Henry and Kubfu reached the final floor, where they faced Mustard and his {{form|Single Strike Style}} Urshifu. By targeting Urshifu's feet, Kubfu forced it to stumble, leaving Urshifu wide open to be defeated by a powerful {{m|Close Combat}}. Mustard allowed Kubfu to examine the [[Scroll of Waters]], causing it to evolve into a {{form|Rapid Strike Style}} Urshifu. With their training complete, Mustard suggested Henry permanently keep Urshifu on his team, which he accepted.

====With [[Henry Sword|Henry]]====
Henry and Urshifu reunited with Casey and Marvin at [[Loop Lagoon]]. Casey managed to track down the Rusted Shield, only for it to be guarded by a {{rf|Galarian}} {{p|Moltres}}. With assistance from [[Hop]], Henry was able to retrieve the shield, only for Moltres to carry him away to the [[Crown Tundra]].

In ''[[PASS42|Craaash!! Triple March]]'', Hop returned Urshifu to Henry, who saved him from an attack from {{p|Eternatus}}. Henry then [[nickname]]d him Arman. 

===Personality and characteristics===
[[File:Henry and Urshifu.png|thumb|150px|Arman and Henry]]
[[File:Casey Henry Dojo Outfits.png|thumb|150px|left|Kubfu's shy nature]]
While living with Mustard, Kubfu was the "secret armor" of the [[Master Dojo]]. However, its potential was stunted by shyness, causing it to hide behind people's legs and refuse to leave the dojo. Once it left the dojo and explored the [[Isle of Armor]], it began to gain more confidence in itself, defending people instead of hiding away and standing up for what it wanted. Near the end of its training it had even gained enough confidence to be on its own, shown when it entered the [[Tower of Waters]] on its own in order to prove itself. It has also been shown to be a kind Pokémon, acting on impulse to help an injured {{p|Zorua}}.

Unlike the rest of Henry's team, Arman does not use a tool, though Henry has related its ability to protect others like an armor as a tool in and of itself.
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===Appearance===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{fighting color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 3px solid #{{fighting color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{fighting color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | As a Kubfu
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[File:Mustard Kubfu Adventures.png|180px]]
|}

===Moves used===
{{anmov/h|fighting|water|Henry {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Kubfu Counter|1=Kubfu Aerial Ace|2=Kubfu Close Combat|3=Kubfu Detect}}.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Counter|1=Aerial Ace|2=Close Combat|3=Detect}} as a Kubfu}}
{{anmov|fighting|Counter|PASS36|Rrmbll!! Serious Tower Battle}}
{{anmov|flying|Aerial Ace|PASS37|Crackle!! Retrieve the Sword & Shield}}
{{anmov|fighting|Close Combat|PASS37|Crackle!! Retrieve the Sword & Shield}}
{{anmov|fighting|Detect|PASS37|Crackle!! Retrieve the Sword & Shield}}
{{anmov|water|Surging Strikes|PASS37|Crackle!! Retrieve the Sword & Shield{{tt|*|mentioned only}}|rec=yes}}
{{anmov/f|water}}

==In the games==
Urshifu is Mustard's main Pokémon, being used in all but his initial battle. It is capable of [[Gigantamax]]ing. It evolves into the Rapid Strike Style if the player chooses the [[Tower of Darkness]].

===As an opponent===
{|
!colspan="3"|[[Pokémon Sword and Shield]]
|-
!colspan="1"|[[Towers of Two Fists]]
!colspan="1"|[[Master Dojo|Battle Court]]
!colspan="1"|[[Wyndon Stadium]]
|- style="vertical-align:top"
|{{Pokémon
| gen = 8
| ndex = 0891
| pokemon = Kubfu
| gender = male
| level = {{tt|30|Before Darkest Day}}/{{tt|70|After Darkest Day}}
| type1 = Fighting
| ability = Inner Focus
| held = Focus Sash
| move1 = Aerial Ace | move1type = Flying | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Focus Energy | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Brick Break | move3type = Fighting | move3cat = Physical
}}
|{{Pokémon
| gen = 8
| ndex = 0892
| pokemon = Urshifu
| form = -Gigantamax Rapid Strike
| gender = male
| level = {{tt|75|Before Galarian Star Tournament}}/{{tt|80|After Galarian Star Tournament}}
| type1 = Fighting
| type2 = Water
| ability = Unseen Fist
| move1 = Surging Strikes | move1type = Water | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Close Combat | move2type = Fighting | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Iron Head | move3type = Steel | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Poison Jab | move4type = Poison | move4cat = Physical
}}
|{{Pokémon
| gen = 8
| ndex = 0892
| pokemon = Urshifu
| form = -Gigantamax Rapid Strike
| gender = male
| level = 80
| type1 = Fighting
| type2 = Water
| ability = Unseen Fist
| move1 = Surging Strikes | move1type = Water | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Close Combat | move2type = Fighting | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Poison Jab | move3type = Poison | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Iron Head | move4type = Steel | move4cat = Physical
}}
|}

====Gives away====
Mustard gives this Kubfu to the [[player]] once they have cleared his three trials.

{{Pokémon
| gen = 8
| ndex = 0891
| pokemon = Kubfu
| gender = both
| level = 10
| type1 = Fighting
| ability = Inner Focus
| move1 = Rock Smash | move1type = Fighting | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Leer | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Endure | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Focus Energy | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Mustard's Urshifu in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Mustard's Pokémon|Supporter|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Rapid Strike Urshifu V (Battle Styles 87)|Rapid Strike Urshifu]]{{TCGV}}|type=Fighting|expanded=yes|enset=Brilliant Stars|enrarity=TGV|ennum=TG20/TG30|jpset=VMAX Climax|jprarity=CSR|jpnum=240/184}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAX (Battle Styles 88)|Rapid Strike Urshifu]]{{VMAX}}|type=Fighting|expanded=yes|enset=Brilliant Stars|enrarity=TGV|ennum=TG21/TG30|jpset=VMAX Climax|jprarity=CSR|jpnum=241/184}}
{{cardlist/footer|Supporter}}

==Trivia==
* Arman is Henry's only Pokémon that:
** Does not use a physical tool.
** Has not been seen in a [[Dynamax]]ed or [[Gigantamax]]ed state.

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{water color}}; border:3px solid #{{water color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{fighting color light}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{fighting color light}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{fighting color light}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| アーマン ''Āman''
| From アーマー ''armor'' and ～ン ''-n'' (common suffix among the nicknames of Sword's Pokémon)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| English
| Arman
| From ''armor''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| German
| Wuli
| From ''Wulaosu'' ({{p|Urshifu}}) and ''-i'' (common suffix among the nicknames of Sword's Pokémon)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| French
| Cuirasse
| From ''cuirasse'' ({{wp|cuirass}})
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
| 護甲客 ''Hùjiǎkè''
| From 護甲 ''hùjiǎ'' (armor) and ～客 ''-kè'' (agent suffix; common suffix among the nicknames of Sword's Pokémon)
|}{{-}}

==Related articles==
{{Animespeciesevo1|Kubfu|Urshifu}}

{{Henry's Pokémon|fighting|water}}
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[[Category:Gym Leaders' Pokémon]]
[[Category:Champions' Pokémon]]
[[Category:Nicknamed Pokémon]]

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