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==Biology== | ==Biology== | ||
Ludicolo is a bipedal Pokémon that appears to be a mixture of a pineapple and a duck. There is a green, sombrero-like growth on its head that is similar to a lily pad. Growing out of the top of its head is a short brown stem with a yellow spiky upper portion. | Ludicolo is a bipedal {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} that appears to be a mixture of a pineapple and a duck. There is a green, sombrero-like growth on its head that is similar to a lily pad. Growing out of the top of its head is a short brown stem with a yellow spiky upper portion. Ludicolo has black eyes surrounded by a patch of green and an orange bill. Its body is covered with shaggy yellow fur and has several zigzagging brown stripes. The female has thinner stripes than the male. | ||
Ludicolo has large, green hands with two black lines on its palms, and thick green legs with a black circle on the underside of its feet. Ludicolo becomes more powerful when it hears festive music and will appear near laughing children on hikes. As it becomes more energetic and active, it will break into a dance. Being the result of evolution via [[Evolution stone]], Ludicolo is rarely found in the wild, though they can be found near the {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Water's-edge Pokémon|water's edge}}. | |||
==In the anime== | ==In the anime== | ||
[[File: | [[File:Ludicolo anime.png|thumb|250px|Ludicolo in the {{pkmn|anime}}]] | ||
===Major appearances=== | ===Major appearances=== | ||
====[[Brock's Ludicolo]]==== | ====[[Brock's Ludicolo]]==== | ||
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In ''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]'', {{an|Tierno}} was revealed to have {{pkmn2|caught}} a Ludicolo to {{Ash}}, {{an|Serena}}, and {{an|Bonnie}}. In ''[[XY126|Valuable Experience for All!]]'', it was used in Tierno's battle against [[Sawyer]], but it was defeated by {{p|Aegislash}}. | In ''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]'', {{an|Tierno}} was revealed to have {{pkmn2|caught}} a Ludicolo to {{Ash}}, {{an|Serena}}, and {{an|Bonnie}}. In ''[[XY126|Valuable Experience for All!]]'', it was used in Tierno's battle against [[Sawyer]], but it was defeated by {{p|Aegislash}}. | ||
In ''[[JN041|Up to Your Neck!]]'', Ash and [[Goh]] requested a Ludicolo for its help in freeing a {{p|Marshtomp}} stuck in the ground. It used {{m|Rain Dance}} to soften the mud and helped pull it free. | |||
===Minor appearances=== | ===Minor appearances=== | ||
A Ludicolo appeared in the opening sequence of ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''. | A Ludicolo appeared in the opening sequence of ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]''. | ||
A Ludicolo appeared in ''[[M23|Secrets of the Jungle]]''. | |||
===Pokédex entries=== | ===Pokédex entries=== | ||
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{{Animedexbody|DP139|Ludicolo|Ash's Pokédex|Ludicolo, the Carefree Pokémon. If Ludicolo hears festive music, all its muscles fill with energy. It can't help breaking into a dance.}} | {{Animedexbody|DP139|Ludicolo|Ash's Pokédex|Ludicolo, the Carefree Pokémon. If Ludicolo hears festive music, all its muscles fill with energy. It can't help breaking into a dance.}} | ||
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Sinnoh}} | {{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Sinnoh}} | ||
{{Animedexheader|Galar}} | |||
{{Animedexbody|JN041|Ludicolo|Goh's Rotom Phone|Ludicolo, the Carefree Pokémon. A {{t|Water}} and {{t|Grass}} type. When Ludicolo hears a lively rhythm, the cells in its body become more active.}} | |||
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Galar}} | |||
==In the manga== | ==In the manga== | ||
[[File:Shelly Ludicolo Adventures.png|thumb|200px|Ludicolo in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]] | [[File:Shelly Ludicolo Adventures.png|thumb|200px|Ludicolo in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]] | ||
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{{main|Brock's Ludicolo}} | {{main|Brock's Ludicolo}} | ||
{{an|Brock}} owns a Ludicolo in [[Ash & Pikachu]]. | {{an|Brock}} owns a Ludicolo in [[Ash & Pikachu]]. | ||
=== | ===Pokémon Adventures=== | ||
Aqua Admin [[Shelly]] evolved her Lombre to a Ludicolo using her [[Water Stone]] whilst fighting {{adv|Sapphire}} near [[Rustboro City]] in ''[[PS189|Mowing Down Ludicolo]]''. She later used her to overpower [[Flannery]]'s {{p|Vulpix}} using {{m|Nature Power}}. | Aqua Admin [[Shelly]] evolved her Lombre to a Ludicolo using her [[Water Stone]] whilst fighting {{adv|Sapphire}} near [[Rustboro City]] in ''[[PS189|Mowing Down Ludicolo]]''. She later used her to overpower [[Flannery]]'s {{p|Vulpix}} using {{m|Nature Power}}. | ||
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The Battle Factory rented a Ludicolo, which was stolen by [[Guile Hideout]] in ''[[PS326|Lemme at 'Em, Lapras!]]''. | The Battle Factory rented a Ludicolo, which was stolen by [[Guile Hideout]] in ''[[PS326|Lemme at 'Em, Lapras!]]''. | ||
At the other {{gdis|Battle Frontier|IV}}, a Ludicolo appeared alongside [[ | At the other {{gdis|Battle Frontier|IV}}, a Ludicolo appeared alongside [[Dahlia]] in ''[[PS422|Interrupting Ivysaur]]''. Due to the results of the [[Battle Arcade]]'s roulette, Dahlia swapped teams with {{adv|Platinum}}. Ludicolo's powerful Water-type moves helped the challenger defeat her own {{TP|Platinum|Rapidash}}. | ||
==In the TCG== | ==In the TCG== | ||
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{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Shield|area=[[Dappled Grove]]<br>[[Bridge Field]], [[Dappled Grove]], [[Stony Wilderness]] ([[Max Raid Battle]])}} | {{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Shield|area=[[Dappled Grove]]<br>[[Bridge Field/Dens|Bridge Field]], [[Dappled Grove/Dens|Dappled Grove]], [[Stony Wilderness/Dens|Stony Wilderness]] ([[Max Raid Battle]])}} | ||
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====By {{pkmn|breeding}}==== | ====By {{pkmn|breeding}}==== | ||
{{learnlist/breedh/8|Ludicolo|Water|Grass|3}} | {{learnlist/breedh/8|Ludicolo|Water|Grass|3}} | ||
{{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|771|Pyukumuku}}{{MSP|833|Chewtle}}{{MSP|834|Drednaw}}|Counter|Fighting|Physical| | {{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|771|Pyukumuku}}{{MSP|833|Chewtle}}{{MSP|834|Drednaw}}|Counter|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20}} | ||
{{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|001|Bulbasaur}}{{MSP|002|Ivysaur}}{{MSP|003|Venusaur}}{{MSP|102| | {{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|001|Bulbasaur}}{{MSP|002|Ivysaur}}{{MSP|003|Venusaur}}{{MSP|102|Exeggcute}}{{MSP|103|Exeggutor}}{{MSP|103A|Exeggutor}}<br>{{MSP|315|Roselia}}{{MSP|407|Roserade}}{{MSP|420|Cherubi}}{{MSP|421|Cherrim}}{{MSP|546|Cottonee}}{{MSP|547|Whimsicott}}<br>{{MSP|556|Maractus}}{{MSP|708|Phantump}}{{MSP|709|Trevenant}}{{MSP|764|Comfey}}{{MSP|841|Flapple}}{{MSP|842|Appletun}}|Leech Seed|Grass|Status|—|90|10}} | ||
{{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|001|Bulbasaur}}{{MSP|002|Ivysaur}}{{MSP|003|Venusaur}}{{MSP|274|Nuzleaf}}{{MSP|275|Shiftry}}{{MSP|459|Snover}}<br>{{MSP|460|Abomasnow}}{{MSP|546|Cottonee}}{{MSP|547|Whimsicott}}{{MSP|753|Fomantis}}{{MSP|754|Lurantis}}{{MSP|810|Grookey}}<br>{{MSP|811|Thwackey}}{{MSP|812|Rillaboom}}{{MSP|829|Gossifleur}}{{MSP|830|Eldegoss}}|Razor Leaf|Grass|Physical|55|95|25||'''}} | {{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|001|Bulbasaur}}{{MSP|002|Ivysaur}}{{MSP|003|Venusaur}}{{MSP|274|Nuzleaf}}{{MSP|275|Shiftry}}{{MSP|459|Snover}}<br>{{MSP|460|Abomasnow}}{{MSP|546|Cottonee}}{{MSP|547|Whimsicott}}{{MSP|753|Fomantis}}{{MSP|754|Lurantis}}{{MSP|810|Grookey}}<br>{{MSP|811|Thwackey}}{{MSP|812|Rillaboom}}{{MSP|829|Gossifleur}}{{MSP|830|Eldegoss}}|Razor Leaf|Grass|Physical|55|95|25||'''}} | ||
{{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|001|Bulbasaur}}{{MSP|002|Ivysaur}}{{MSP|003|Venusaur}}{{MSP|043|Oddish}}{{MSP|044|Gloom}}{{MSP|045|Vileplume}}<br>{{MSP|182|Bellossom}}{{MSP|315|Roselia}}{{MSP|407|Roserade}}{{MSP|556|Maractus}}{{MSP|590|Foongus}}{{MSP|591|Amoonguss}}<br>{{MSP|753|Fomantis}}{{MSP|754|Lurantis}}{{MSP|764|Comfey}}{{MSP|829|Gossifleur}}{{MSP|830|Eldegoss}}{{MSP|842|Appletun}}|Sweet Scent|Normal|Status| | {{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|001|Bulbasaur}}{{MSP|002|Ivysaur}}{{MSP|003|Venusaur}}{{MSP|043|Oddish}}{{MSP|044|Gloom}}{{MSP|045|Vileplume}}<br>{{MSP|182|Bellossom}}{{MSP|315|Roselia}}{{MSP|407|Roserade}}{{MSP|556|Maractus}}{{MSP|590|Foongus}}{{MSP|591|Amoonguss}}<br>{{MSP|753|Fomantis}}{{MSP|754|Lurantis}}{{MSP|764|Comfey}}{{MSP|829|Gossifleur}}{{MSP|830|Eldegoss}}{{MSP|842|Appletun}}|Sweet Scent|Normal|Status|—|100|20}} | ||
{{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|001|Bulbasaur}}{{MSP|002|Ivysaur}}{{MSP|003|Venusaur}}{{MSP|102| | {{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|001|Bulbasaur}}{{MSP|002|Ivysaur}}{{MSP|003|Venusaur}}{{MSP|102|Exeggcute}}{{MSP|103|Exeggutor}}{{MSP|103A|Exeggutor}}<br>{{MSP|273|Seedot}}{{MSP|274|Nuzleaf}}{{MSP|275|Shiftry}}{{MSP|315|Roselia}}{{MSP|407|Roserade}}{{MSP|556|Maractus}}<br>{{MSP|590|Foongus}}{{MSP|591|Amoonguss}}{{MSP|753|Fomantis}}{{MSP|754|Lurantis}}{{MSP|764|Comfey}}{{MSP|829|Gossifleur}}<br>{{MSP|830|Eldegoss}}|Synthesis|Grass|Status|—|—|5}} | ||
{{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|271|Lombre}}{{MSP|272|Ludicolo}}|Teeter Dance|Normal|Status| | {{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|271|Lombre}}{{MSP|272|Ludicolo}}|Teeter Dance|Normal|Status|—|100|20}} | ||
{{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|114|Tangela}}{{MSP|465|Tangrowth}}|Tickle|Normal|Status| | {{learnlist/breed8|{{MSP|114|Tangela}}{{MSP|465|Tangrowth}}|Tickle|Normal|Status|—|100|20}} | ||
{{learnlist/breedf/8|Ludicolo|Water|Grass|3}} | {{learnlist/breedf/8|Ludicolo|Water|Grass|3}} | ||
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{{learnlist/prevo8null}} | {{learnlist/prevo8null}} | ||
{{learnlist/prevof/8|Ludicolo|Water|Grass|3}} | {{learnlist/prevof/8|Ludicolo|Water|Grass|3}} | ||
====By [[transfer]] from another generation==== | |||
{{learnlist/prevgenh/8|Ludicolo|Water|Grass|3}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Bubble|Water|Special|40|100|30||'''|VI=yes<!--prevo-->|VII=yes<!--prevo-->|x=yes}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Captivate|Normal|Status|—|100|20|IV=yes<!--TM-->|x=yes}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Confide|Normal|Status|—|—|20|VI=yes<!--TM-->|VII=yes<!--TM-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Double Team|Normal|Status|—|—|15|III=yes<!--TM-->|IV=yes<!--TM-->|V=yes<!--TM-->|VI=yes<!--TM-->|VII=yes<!--TM-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Double-Edge|Normal|Physical|120|100|15|III=yes<!--tutor-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Dynamic Punch|Fighting|Physical|100|50|5|III=yes<!--tutor-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Echoed Voice|Normal|Special|40|100|15|V=yes<!--TM-->|VI=yes<!--TM-->|VII=yes<!--TM-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Flash|Normal|Status|—|100|20|IV=yes<!--TM-->|V=yes<!--TM-->|VI=yes<!--TM-->|x=yes}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Focus Punch|Fighting|Physical|150|100|20|III=yes<!--TM-->|IV=yes<!--TM-->|VI=yes<!--tutor-->|VII=yes<!--tutor-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Frustration|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|III=yes<!--TM-->|IV=yes<!--TM-->|V=yes<!--TM-->|VI=yes<!--TM-->|VII=yes<!--TM-->|x=yes}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Headbutt|Normal|Physical|70|100|15|IV=yes<!--tutor-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15|III=yes<!--TM-->|IV=yes<!--TM-->|V=yes<!--TM-->|VI=yes<!--TM-->|VII=yes<!--TM-->|x=yes}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Hone Claws|Dark|Status|—|—|15|V=yes<!--TM-->|VI=yes<!--TM-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Mimic|Normal|Status|—|—|10|III=yes<!--tutor-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Mud-Slap|Ground|Special|20|100|10|III=yes<!--tutor-->|IV=yes<!--tutor-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Natural Gift|Normal|Physical|—|100|15|IV=yes<!--TM-->|V=yes<!--prevo-->|VI=yes<!--prevo-->|VII=yes<!--prevo-->|x=yes}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Power-Up Punch|Fighting|Physical|40|100|20|VI=yes<!--TM-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Return|Normal|Physical|—|100|20|III=yes<!--TM-->|IV=yes<!--TM-->|V=yes<!--TM-->|VI=yes<!--TM-->|VII=yes<!--TM-->|x=yes}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15|V=yes<!--TM-->|VI=yes<!--TM,TM-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Secret Power|Normal|Physical|70|100|20|III=yes<!--TM-->|IV=yes<!--TM-->|VI=yes<!--TM-->|x=yes}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Seismic Toss|Fighting|Physical|—|100|20|III=yes<!--tutor-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15|V=yes<!--TM-->|VI=yes<!--TM-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Swagger|Normal|Status|—|85|15|III=yes<!--tutor-->|IV=yes<!--TM-->|V=yes<!--TM-->|VI=yes<!--TM-->|VII=yes<!--TM-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Toxic|Poison|Status|—|90|10|III=yes<!--TM-->|IV=yes<!--TM-->|V=yes<!--TM-->|VI=yes<!--TM-->|VII=yes<!--TM-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20||'''|III=yes<!--TM-->|IV=yes<!--TM-->|V=event<!--prevo-->|VI=yes<!--tutor-->|VII=yes<!--tutor-->}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgen8|Ludicolo|3|Water Sport|Water|Status|—|—|15|III=yes<!--prevo-->|IV=yes<!--prevo-->|V=yes<!--prevo-->|VI=yes<!--prevo-->|VII=yes<!--prevo-->|x=yes}} | |||
{{learnlist/prevgenf/8|Ludicolo|Water|Grass|3}} | |||
===Side game data=== | ===Side game data=== | ||
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|stamina=190|attack=173|defense=176 | |stamina=190|attack=173|defense=176 | ||
|fast={{m|Bubble}}, {{m|Razor Leaf}} | |fast={{m|Bubble}}, {{m|Razor Leaf}} | ||
|special={{m|Hydro Pump}}, {{m|Blizzard}}, {{m|Solar Beam}}, {{m|Ice Beam}}{{tt|*|From February 1, 2019 onward}}, {{m|Energy Ball}}{{tt|*|From April 2, 2020 onward}} | |special={{m|Hydro Pump}}, {{m|Blizzard}}, {{m|Solar Beam}}, {{m|Ice Beam}}{{tt|*|From February 1, 2019 onward}}, {{m|Energy Ball}}{{tt|*|From April 2, 2020 onward}}, {{m|Leaf Storm}}{{tt|*|From April 12, 2021 onward}} | ||
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* Ludicolo's evolutionary family has several unique attributes: | * Ludicolo's evolutionary family has several unique attributes: | ||
** They have a [[List of Pokémon with unique type combinations|unique type combination]]. | ** They have a [[List of Pokémon with unique type combinations|unique type combination]]. | ||
** They are the only Pokémon with a dual [[Egg Group]] of {{egg|Water 1}} and {{egg|Grass}}. | ** They are the only {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} with a dual [[Egg Group]] of {{egg|Water 1}} and {{egg|Grass}}. | ||
** They are the only Pokémon that can have the [[Ability]] {{a|Rain Dish}} without it being their Hidden Ability. | ** They are the only Pokémon that can have the [[Ability]] {{a|Rain Dish}} without it being their Hidden Ability. | ||
* Ludicolo's evolutionary family can be seen as a parallel to {{p|Shiftry}}'s family. Both of them are part {{type|Grass}}, they first evolve at level 14, and a respective [[Evolution stone]] is used to reach the final stage. Both are [[version-exclusive]] between {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} and are based on Japanese legendary creatures or yokai: Ludicolo's family are based on the kappa and Shiftry's is based on the tengu | * Ludicolo's evolutionary family can be seen as a parallel to {{p|Shiftry}}'s family. Both of them are part {{type|Grass}}, they first evolve at level 14, and a respective [[Evolution stone]] is used to reach the final stage. Both are [[version-exclusive]] between {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} and are based on Japanese legendary creatures or yokai: Ludicolo's family are based on the kappa and Shiftry's is based on the tengu. | ||
===Origin=== | ===Origin=== | ||
Ludicolo | Ludicolo seems to be based on a {{wp|lily pad}} and the {{wp|Kappa (folklore)|kappa}}, a Japanese {{wp|yōkai}} that has a water-filled dish on its head and a {{wp|turtle}}-like beak (although Ludicolo's beak is closer to that of a {{wp|duck}} or {{wp|platypus}}). The colors and shape of its body are similar to various fruits such as a {{wp|gourd}}, {{wp|pineapple}}, or {{wp|papaya}}. It also resembles a stereotypical {{wp|Folk dance of Mexico|Mexican folk dancer}} or {{wp|mariachi}} performer with its {{wp|sombrero}}-shaped head, {{wp|poncho}}-like body hair, and dancing movements. | ||
====Name origin==== | ====Name origin==== | ||
Ludicolo may be a combination of ''ludic'' (aimlessly playful) or '' | Ludicolo may be a combination of ''ludic'' (aimlessly playful), ''ludicrous'' or ''ridiculous'' (absurd or silly), ''paludicolous'' (inhabiting a marsh), and ''{{wp|Citrullus colocynthis|colocynth}}'' (a plant that bears a round, green fruit). ''Colo'' may also be an anagram of ''loco'' (Spanish for ''crazy''). | ||
Runpappa may be a combination of ルンルン ''runrun'' (happy or bouncy) | Runpappa may be a combination of ルンルン ''runrun'' (happy or bouncy) or ''{{wp|Rumba (dance)|rumba}}'' (a Cuban dance) and 河童 ''kappa'' or ''papaya'' (a green fruit native to Mexico). | ||
==In other languages== | ==In other languages== | ||
{{Other languages|type=Water|type2=Grass | {{Other languages|type=Water|type2=Grass | ||
|ja=ルンパッパ ''Runpappa''|jameaning=From {{tt|ルンルン ''runrun''|happy or bouncy}}, '' | |ja=ルンパッパ ''Runpappa''|jameaning=From {{tt|ルンルン ''runrun''|happy or bouncy}}, ''{{wp|rumba}}'', {{wp|Kappa (folklore)|河童 ''kappa''}}, and ''{{wp|papaya}}'' | ||
|fr=Ludicolo|frmeaning=Same as English name | |fr=Ludicolo|frmeaning=Same as English name | ||
|es=Ludicolo|esmeaning=Same as English name | |es=Ludicolo|esmeaning=Same as English name |
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Ludicolo (Japanese: ルンパッパ Runpappa) is a dual-type Water/Grass Pokémon introduced in Generation III.
It evolves from Lombre when exposed to a Water Stone. It is the final form of Lotad.
Biology
Ludicolo is a bipedal Pokémon that appears to be a mixture of a pineapple and a duck. There is a green, sombrero-like growth on its head that is similar to a lily pad. Growing out of the top of its head is a short brown stem with a yellow spiky upper portion. Ludicolo has black eyes surrounded by a patch of green and an orange bill. Its body is covered with shaggy yellow fur and has several zigzagging brown stripes. The female has thinner stripes than the male.
Ludicolo has large, green hands with two black lines on its palms, and thick green legs with a black circle on the underside of its feet. Ludicolo becomes more powerful when it hears festive music and will appear near laughing children on hikes. As it becomes more energetic and active, it will break into a dance. Being the result of evolution via Evolution stone, Ludicolo is rarely found in the wild, though they can be found near the water's edge.
In the anime
Major appearances
Brock's Ludicolo
In Once in a Mawile, Brock's Lombre evolved into a Ludicolo. It is currently back at Pewter Gym with Brock's siblings.
Other
Ludicolo debuted in Gotta Dance!. It kept showing up out of nowhere whenever the Poké-Baton was activated.
Ludicolo made its main series debut in Go Go Ludicolo, under the ownership of Poncho. It battled Ash twice, defeating his Corphish with its defensive skills, and was also the target of one of Team Rocket's schemes.
In Like It or Lup It!, a trio of wild Ludicolo became involved in one of Team Rocket's schemes.
In A Faux Oak Finish!, a wild Ludicolo evolved from a Lombre when Professor Oak gave it a Water Stone.
In Good Friends, Great Training!, Tierno was revealed to have caught a Ludicolo to Ash, Serena, and Bonnie. In Valuable Experience for All!, it was used in Tierno's battle against Sawyer, but it was defeated by Aegislash.
In Up to Your Neck!, Ash and Goh requested a Ludicolo for its help in freeing a Marshtomp stuck in the ground. It used Rain Dance to soften the mud and helped pull it free.
Minor appearances
A Ludicolo appeared in the opening sequence of Destiny Deoxys.
A Ludicolo appeared in Secrets of the Jungle.
Pokédex entries
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In the manga
Ash & Pikachu
- Main article: Brock's Ludicolo
Brock owns a Ludicolo in Ash & Pikachu.
Pokémon Adventures
Aqua Admin Shelly evolved her Lombre to a Ludicolo using her Water Stone whilst fighting Sapphire near Rustboro City in Mowing Down Ludicolo. She later used her to overpower Flannery's Vulpix using Nature Power.
A Ludicolo made a cameo appearance in Interesting Interactions Involving Illumise. It was one of the Pokémon Emerald rented during his Battle Factory challenge, but it was quickly traded for a different Pokémon.
The Battle Factory rented a Ludicolo, which was stolen by Guile Hideout in Lemme at 'Em, Lapras!.
At the other Battle Frontier, a Ludicolo appeared alongside Dahlia in Interrupting Ivysaur. Due to the results of the Battle Arcade's roulette, Dahlia swapped teams with Platinum. Ludicolo's powerful Water-type moves helped the challenger defeat her own Rapidash.
In the TCG
- Main article: Ludicolo (TCG)
Other appearances
Detective Pikachu
A Ludicolo appeared in Detective Pikachu.
Game data
Pokédex entries
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In events
Games | Event | Language | Location | Level | Distribution period |
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RS | Pokémon Center New York Campaign 6 Ludicolo | English | United States | 20 | August 21 to 27, 2004 |
BW | JR Kyushu Train Station Ludicolo | Japanese | Japan | 50 | April 2 to 22, 2012 |
BWB2W2 | Toler Webb's Ludicolo | English | North America | 30 | April 14, 2013 |
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Events* | Sitrus Berry (100%) |
Stats
Base stats
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HP: 80
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70
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67 - 134 | 130 - 262 | |
90
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85 - 156 | 166 - 306 | |
100
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94 - 167 | 184 - 328 | |
70
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67 - 134 | 130 - 262 | |
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Trivia
- Ludicolo's evolutionary family has several unique attributes:
- Ludicolo's evolutionary family can be seen as a parallel to Shiftry's family. Both of them are part Grass-type, they first evolve at level 14, and a respective Evolution stone is used to reach the final stage. Both are version-exclusive between Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire and are based on Japanese legendary creatures or yokai: Ludicolo's family are based on the kappa and Shiftry's is based on the tengu.
Origin
Ludicolo seems to be based on a lily pad and the kappa, a Japanese yōkai that has a water-filled dish on its head and a turtle-like beak (although Ludicolo's beak is closer to that of a duck or platypus). The colors and shape of its body are similar to various fruits such as a gourd, pineapple, or papaya. It also resembles a stereotypical Mexican folk dancer or mariachi performer with its sombrero-shaped head, poncho-like body hair, and dancing movements.
Name origin
Ludicolo may be a combination of ludic (aimlessly playful), ludicrous or ridiculous (absurd or silly), paludicolous (inhabiting a marsh), and colocynth (a plant that bears a round, green fruit). Colo may also be an anagram of loco (Spanish for crazy).
Runpappa may be a combination of ルンルン runrun (happy or bouncy) or rumba (a Cuban dance) and 河童 kappa or papaya (a green fruit native to Mexico).
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This Pokémon article is part of Project Pokédex, a Bulbapedia project that aims to write comprehensive articles on each Pokémon as a species. |
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