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The '''electric mice''', or '''electric mouse Pokémon''', are a group of {{type|Electric}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} based on {{wp|rodent}}s, consisting of {{p|Pikachu}}, {{p|Raichu}} (sometimes omitted), {{p|Pichu}} (sometimes omitted), {{p|Plusle}}, {{p|Minun}}, {{p|Pachirisu}}, {{p|Emolga}}, {{p|Dedenne}}, {{p|Togedemaru}}, {{p|Morpeko}}, {{p|Pawmi}}, {{p|Pawmo}}, and {{p|Pawmot}}. At least one of these Pokémon has been introduced in every [[generation]].
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[[File:Gen VIII Electric Mice Artwork.jpg|thumb|350px|Artwork of the pre-Generation IX electric rodents and {{p|Mimikyu}}]]
'''Electric rodents''' is a [[Appendix:Fan terminology|fan term]] referring to a group of {{type|Electric}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} based on {{wp|rodent}}s, consisting of {{p|Pikachu}}, {{p|Raichu}} (sometimes omitted), {{p|Pichu}} (sometimes omitted), {{p|Plusle}}, {{p|Minun}}, {{p|Pachirisu}}, {{p|Emolga}}, {{p|Dedenne}}, {{p|Togedemaru}}, {{p|Morpeko}}, {{p|Pawmi}}, {{p|Pawmo}}, and {{p|Pawmot}}. At least one of these Pokémon has been introduced in every [[generation]].


The terms "electric mice" and "electric mouse Pokémon" are used on the official [https://www.facebook.com/Pokemon.official.Singapore/posts/2502021336791447 Pokémon Singapore Facebook page]. The group was also featured in the "Mouse Pokémon" (Japanese: ねずみポケモン ''[https://www.pokemon.co.jp/goods/2019/12/191213_p02.html Nezumi Pokémon]'') collection of {{OBP|Pokémon Center|store}} merchandise.  
The terms "electric mice" and "electric mouse Pokémon" are used informally to describe this group on the official [https://www.facebook.com/Pokemon.official.Singapore/posts/2502021336791447 Pokémon Singapore Facebook page]. The group was also featured in the "Mouse Pokémon" (Japanese: ねずみポケモン ''[https://www.pokemon.co.jp/goods/2019/12/191213_p02.html Nezumi Pokémon]'') collection of {{OBP|Pokémon Center|store}} merchandise.  


This group is referred to by fans as the '''electric rodents''', '''Pikachu family''', '''Pikachu clones''', or '''Pikaclones''', though some of these terms are used to include {{p|Marill}} or {{p|Mimikyu}}, which are not {{t|Electric}} types. An equivalent term used within the Japanese fandom is '''{{ruby|電気袋組|でんきぶくろぐみ}}''' ''Electric Pouch Group'', referencing the electric pouches on these Pokémon's cheeks.
This group is also referred to by fans as the '''Pikachu family''', '''Pikachu clones''', or '''Pikaclones''', though these terms are sometimes used to include other Pokémon such as {{p|Marill}} or {{p|Mimikyu}}, which are not {{t|Electric}} types. An equivalent term used within the Japanese fandom is '''{{ruby|電気袋組|でんきぶくろぐみ}}''' ''Electric Pouch Group'', referencing the electric pouches on these Pokémon's cheeks.


Character designer [[Ken Sugimori]] acknowledged the concept of the recurring "electric rodents" theme in an interview published in Volume 201 of the ''Nintendo Dream'' magazine.<ref>''Nintendo Dream'' Vol. 201, January 2011 ([http://lavacutcontent.com/ken-sugimori-nintendo-dream-3/ Translation by Dr. Lava])</ref>
Character designer [[Ken Sugimori]] acknowledged the concept of the recurring "electric rodents" theme in an interview published in Volume 201 of the ''Nintendo Dream'' magazine.<ref>''Nintendo Dream'' Vol. 201, January 2011 ([http://lavacutcontent.com/ken-sugimori-nintendo-dream-3/ Translation by Dr. Lava])</ref>


==Shared design==
==Shared design==
Design-wise, all of the electric mice have big round heads, button-like eyes, and electric pouches on their cheeks. All are in the {{egg|Fairy}} or {{egg|Field}} [[Egg Group]]s, and all have English names very close to being pure transliterations of their Japanese names. Prior to [[Generation VIII]], these were the only Pokémon capable of learning {{m|Nuzzle}}.  
Design-wise, all of these Pokémon have big round heads, button-like eyes, and electric pouches on their cheeks. All are in the {{egg|Fairy}} or {{egg|Field}} [[Egg Group]]s, and all have English names very close to being pure transliterations of their Japanese names. Prior to [[Generation VIII]], these were the only Pokémon capable of learning {{m|Nuzzle}}.  


{{p|Pachirisu}} is the only one revealed to actually be biologically related to Pikachu's evolutionary line.<ref>[[Pokédex]] entry: ''A species related to the Pikachu line. [...]'' ({{g|Legends: Arceus}})</ref> {{p|Pawmi}} is the only one (aside from Pikachu itself) to have an evolutionary line, having 3 stages, mirroring Pikachu — although Pikachu's evolutionary line includes a [[baby Pokémon]] while Pawmi's evolutionary line lacks one.
{{p|Pachirisu}} is the only one revealed to actually be biologically related to Pikachu's evolutionary line.<ref>[[Pokédex]] entry: ''A species related to the Pikachu line. [...]'' ({{g|Legends: Arceus}})</ref> {{p|Pawmi}} is the only one (aside from Pikachu itself) to have an evolutionary line, having 3 stages, mirroring Pikachu — although Pikachu's evolutionary line includes a [[baby Pokémon]] while Pawmi's evolutionary line lacks one.
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! class="roundy" | {{color2|{{unova color dark}}|Generation V}}
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| class="roundy" style="background: #{{electric color light}}; border:3px solid #{{flying color}}; padding:1px" | {{PokeSum|0587|Emolga|Electric|Flying}}
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! class="roundy" | {{color2|{{kalos color dark}}|Generation VI}}
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| class="roundy" style="background: #{{electric color light}}; border:3px solid #{{fairy color}}; padding:1px" | {{PokeSum|0702|Dedenne|Electric|Fairy}}
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! class="roundy whitelinks" style="background:#{{galar color}}; border: 3px solid #{{galar color dark}};" | [[Generation VIII]]
! class="roundy" | {{color2|{{galar color dark}}|Generation VIII}}
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! class="roundy" | {{color2|{{paldea color dark}}|Generation IX}}
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==Similar Pokémon==
==Similar Pokémon==
{{p|Marill}} and {{p|Mimikyu}} are sometimes included in this group by the fandom, although neither of them are {{t|Electric}} types. Marill's passing similarities to Pikachu may be why some fans view Marill as a "Pikachu clone". Prior to the release of {{game|Gold and Silver|s}}, Marill was often referred to as "Pikablu" by fans, and it was erroneously referred to as such on the [[Pokémon the First Movie Trading Cards|Topps trading cards for the first movie]]. Mimikyu is sometimes featured in official artwork showcasing the electric mice.
{{p|Marill}} and {{p|Mimikyu}} are sometimes included in this group by the fandom, although neither of them are {{t|Electric}} types. Marill's passing similarities to Pikachu may be why some fans view Marill as a "Pikachu clone". Prior to the release of {{game|Gold and Silver|s}}, Marill was often referred to as "Pikablu" by fans, and it was erroneously referred to as such on the [[Pokémon the First Movie Trading Cards|Topps trading cards for the first movie]]. Mimikyu is sometimes featured in official artwork showcasing these Pokémon.
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==In animation==
==In animation==
In ''[[Pokémon the Series]]'', {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} own a number of the electric mice: Ash owns a {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{an|Dawn}} owns a {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}, {{an|Iris}} owns an {{p|Emolga}},  {{an|Bonnie}} cares for her brother {{an|Clemont}}'s {{TP|Clemont|Dedenne}}, and [[Goh]] owns a female {{p|Raichu}} that evolved from a Pikachu. Additionally, [[James]] of {{TRT}} owns a {{TP|James|Morpeko}}, and while it is not considered one of the electric mice, [[Jessie]] owns a {{TP|Jessie|Mimikyu}}. Ash's friend {{Tracey}} also owns a {{TP|Tracey|Marill}}, though Marill has never been officially connected to the electric mice.
In ''[[Pokémon the Series]]'', {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} own a number of these Pokémon: Ash owns a {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{an|Dawn}} owns a {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}, {{an|Iris}} owns an {{p|Emolga}},  {{an|Bonnie}} cares for her brother {{an|Clemont}}'s {{TP|Clemont|Dedenne}}, and [[Goh]] owns a female {{p|Raichu}} that evolved from a Pikachu. Additionally, [[James]] of {{TRT}} owns a {{TP|James|Morpeko}}, and while it is not considered part of this group, [[Jessie]] owns a {{TP|Jessie|Mimikyu}}. Ash's friend {{Tracey}} also owns a {{TP|Tracey|Marill}}, though Marill has never been officially connected to this group.


In ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]'', a wild {{DL|Rising Volt Tacklers|Pawmi}} resides on the [[Brave Olivine]].
In ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]'', a wild {{DL|Rising Volt Tacklers|Pawmi}} resides on the [[Brave Olivine]].


{{p|Pichu}}, {{p|Plusle}}, and {{p|Minun}} are the only electric mice that aren't owned or cared for by any of the main characters of either animated TV series, though it is confirmed in ''[[JN001|Enter Pikachu!]]'' that Ash's Pikachu used to be a Pichu.
{{p|Pichu}}, {{p|Plusle}}, and {{p|Minun}} are the only members of this group that aren't owned or cared for by any of the main characters of either animated TV series, though it is confirmed in ''[[JN001|Enter Pikachu!]]'' that Ash's Pikachu used to be a Pichu.


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Electric rodents is a fan term referring to a group of Electric-type Pokémon based on rodents, consisting of Pikachu, Raichu (sometimes omitted), Pichu (sometimes omitted), Plusle, Minun, Pachirisu, Emolga, Dedenne, Togedemaru, Morpeko, Pawmi, Pawmo, and Pawmot. At least one of these Pokémon has been introduced in every generation.

The terms "electric mice" and "electric mouse Pokémon" are used informally to describe this group on the official Pokémon Singapore Facebook page. The group was also featured in the "Mouse Pokémon" (Japanese: ねずみポケモン Nezumi Pokémon) collection of Pokémon Center merchandise.

This group is also referred to by fans as the Pikachu family, Pikachu clones, or Pikaclones, though these terms are sometimes used to include other Pokémon such as Marill or Mimikyu, which are not Electric types. An equivalent term used within the Japanese fandom is 電気袋組(でんきぶくろぐみ) Electric Pouch Group, referencing the electric pouches on these Pokémon's cheeks.

Character designer Ken Sugimori acknowledged the concept of the recurring "electric rodents" theme in an interview published in Volume 201 of the Nintendo Dream magazine.[1]

Shared design

Design-wise, all of these Pokémon have big round heads, button-like eyes, and electric pouches on their cheeks. All are in the Fairy or Field Egg Groups, and all have English names very close to being pure transliterations of their Japanese names. Prior to Generation VIII, these were the only Pokémon capable of learning Nuzzle.

Pachirisu is the only one revealed to actually be biologically related to Pikachu's evolutionary line.[2] Pawmi is the only one (aside from Pikachu itself) to have an evolutionary line, having 3 stages, mirroring Pikachu — although Pikachu's evolutionary line includes a baby Pokémon while Pawmi's evolutionary line lacks one.

Similar Pokémon

Marill and Mimikyu are sometimes included in this group by the fandom, although neither of them are Electric types. Marill's passing similarities to Pikachu may be why some fans view Marill as a "Pikachu clone". Prior to the release of Pokémon Gold and Silver, Marill was often referred to as "Pikablu" by fans, and it was erroneously referred to as such on the Topps trading cards for the first movie. Mimikyu is sometimes featured in official artwork showcasing these Pokémon.

In the games

The "Stickers" battle menu background

Pachirisu's Pokédex entry in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver states: "It's one of the kinds of Pokémon with electric cheek pouches," which likely refers to this group.

In Pokémon X and Y, the "Stickers" battle menu background features all the members of the group that existed at the time.

In animation

In Pokémon the Series, Ash and his friends own a number of these Pokémon: Ash owns a Pikachu, Dawn owns a Pachirisu, Iris owns an Emolga, Bonnie cares for her brother Clemont's Dedenne, and Goh owns a female Raichu that evolved from a Pikachu. Additionally, James of Team Rocket owns a Morpeko, and while it is not considered part of this group, Jessie owns a Mimikyu. Ash's friend Tracey also owns a Marill, though Marill has never been officially connected to this group.

In Pokémon Horizons: The Series, a wild Pawmi resides on the Brave Olivine.

Pichu, Plusle, and Minun are the only members of this group that aren't owned or cared for by any of the main characters of either animated TV series, though it is confirmed in Enter Pikachu! that Ash's Pikachu used to be a Pichu.

References

  1. ↑ Nintendo Dream Vol. 201, January 2011 (Translation by Dr. Lava)
  2. ↑ Pokédex entry: A species related to the Pikachu line. [...] (Pokémon Legends: Arceus)


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