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'''Pseudo-legendary Pokémon''' (Japanese: '''600{{tt|族|ぞく}}''' ''600 club'') is a fan term commonly used to refer to any Pokémon that has a three-stage [[evolution]] line, [[Experience#Slow|1,250,000 experience at level 100]], and a [[base stats|base stat]] total of exactly {{cat|Pokémon with a base stat total of 600|600}} (before [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]]). Pseudo-legendary Pokémon are often more powerful than many other non-[[Legendary Pokémon]] due to their high base stats. | '''Pseudo-legendary Pokémon''' (Japanese: '''600{{tt|族|ぞく}}''' ''600 club'') is a fan term commonly used to refer to any Pokémon that has a three-stage [[evolution]] line, [[Experience#Slow|1,250,000 experience at level 100]], and a [[base stats|base stat]] total of exactly {{cat|Pokémon with a base stat total of 600|600}} (before [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]]). Pseudo-legendary Pokémon are often more powerful than many other non-[[Legendary Pokémon]] due to their high base stats. | ||
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==List of pseudo-legendary Pokémon== | ==List of pseudo-legendary Pokémon== | ||
There are | There are nine Pokémon considered to be pseudo-legendary Pokémon. The following shows the pseudo-legendary Pokémon by the generation of their introduction, as well as their types, and the Pokémon they evolve from. | ||
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| style="background:#{{ghost color}}" | {{color2|FFF|Ghost (type)|Ghost}} | |||
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===Statistical averages=== | ===Statistical averages=== | ||
{{BaseStatNoCat | {{BaseStatNoCat | ||
|HP=91 | |HP=91 | ||
|Attack=122. | |Attack=122.56 | ||
|Defense= | |Defense=96.67 | ||
|SpAtk=101. | |SpAtk=101.67 | ||
|SpDef= | |SpDef=97.22 | ||
|Speed= | |Speed=90.89}} | ||
===Base stat comparison=== | ===Base stat comparison=== | ||
{{groupstats/ | {{groupstats/9|normal|149|Dragonite|dragon|91|134|95|100|100|80|248|Tyranitar|rock|100|134|110|95|100|61|373|Salamence|flying|95|135|80|110|80|100|376|Metagross|steel|80|135|130|95|90|70|445|Garchomp|ground|108|130|95|80|85|102|635|Hydreigon|dark|92|105|90|125|90|98|706|Goodra|dragon|90|100|70|110|150|80|784|Kommo-o|fighting|75|110|125|100|105|85|887|Dragapult|ghost|88|120|75|100|75|142}} | ||
===Individual characteristics=== | ===Individual characteristics=== | ||
====Dragonite==== | ====Dragonite==== | ||
Being the first pseudo-legendary, {{p|Dragonite}} has straightforward and well-rounded stats. It has a traditionally high Attack and above average stats otherwise. | Being the first pseudo-legendary, {{p|Dragonite}} has straightforward and well-rounded stats. It has a traditionally high Attack and above average stats otherwise. | ||
====Tyranitar==== | ====Tyranitar==== | ||
With a focus on power and durability, {{p|Tyranitar}} sacrifices Speed to have tremendous bulk and skill. It has the {{a|Sand Stream}} Ability to always conjure up a {{ | With a focus on power and durability, {{p|Tyranitar}} sacrifices Speed to have tremendous bulk and skill. It has the {{a|Sand Stream}} Ability to always conjure up a {{weather|sandstorm}}, which takes advantage of its Rock typing to further increase its high Special Defense. | ||
* Mega Tyranitar has the highest base Defense, with 150. | * Mega Tyranitar has the highest base Defense, with 150. | ||
* Lowest base {{stat|Speed}} (when not Mega Evolved), with 61. | * Lowest base {{stat|Speed}} (when not Mega Evolved), with 61. | ||
* When a | * When a sandstorm is raging, Mega Tyranitar's {{stat|Special Defense}} becomes the highest of all pseudo-legendary Pokémon. | ||
* Only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that is not the main Pokémon of a major boss at the end of the game it was introduced in. However, Tyranitar was used by {{ga|Blue}} in [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions]], but only in his [[rematch]]. | * Only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that is not the main Pokémon of a major boss at the end of the game it was introduced in. However, Tyranitar was used by {{ga|Blue}} in [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions]], but only in his [[rematch]]. | ||
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* Shortest pseudo-legendary Pokémon, at 4'11" (1.5 m). | * Shortest pseudo-legendary Pokémon, at 4'11" (1.5 m). | ||
====Metagross==== | ====Metagross==== | ||
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* Highest base {{stat|HP}}, with 108. | * Highest base {{stat|HP}}, with 108. | ||
* Mega Garchomp has the highest base {{stat|Attack}}, with 170. | * Mega Garchomp has the highest base {{stat|Attack}}, with 170. | ||
* Lowest base {{stat|Special Attack}} (when not Mega Evolved), with 80. | * Lowest base {{stat|Special Attack}} (when not Mega Evolved), with 80. | ||
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{{p|Kommo-o}} has mostly well-rounded stats and is slightly more defensive than offensive. | {{p|Kommo-o}} has mostly well-rounded stats and is slightly more defensive than offensive. | ||
* Lowest base {{stat|HP}}, with 75. | * Lowest base {{stat|HP}}, with 75. | ||
* The only pseudo-legendary Pokémon with an exclusive [[Z-Move]], {{m|Clangorous Soulblaze}}. Consequently, it also the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon with an exclusive [[Z-Crystal]], [[Kommonium Z]]. | * The only pseudo-legendary Pokémon with an exclusive [[Z-Move]], {{m|Clangorous Soulblaze}}. Consequently, it also the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon with an exclusive [[Z-Crystal]], [[Kommonium Z]]. | ||
====Dragapult==== | |||
* Tallest pseudo-legendary Pokémon, at 9'10" (3.0 m). | |||
* Lightest pseudo-legendary Pokémon, at 110.2 lbs. (50.0 kg). | |||
* Lowest base {{stat|Special Defense}}, with 75. | |||
* Highest base {{stat|Speed}}, with 142. | |||
====Other==== | ====Other==== | ||
* Tyranitar and Kommo-o are the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that have a [[List of Pokémon with unique type combinations|unique type combination]]. | * Tyranitar and Kommo-o are the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that have a [[List of Pokémon with unique type combinations|unique type combination]]. | ||
* Goodra and Kommo-o are the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that do not always have a type immunity. | * Goodra and Kommo-o are the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that do not always have a type immunity. | ||
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* {{p|Goodra}} is used by [[Diantha]], the Champion in {{g|X and Y}}. | * {{p|Goodra}} is used by [[Diantha]], the Champion in {{g|X and Y}}. | ||
* In the player's [[Pokémon League (Alola)/Title Defense|Title Defense]] battles in {{g|Sun and Moon}}, {{p|Kommo-o}}, {{p|Garchomp}}, and {{p|Dragonite}} are used by [[Ryuki]] and {{p|Metagross}} is used by [[Molayne]]. | * In the player's [[Pokémon League (Alola)/Title Defense|Title Defense]] battles in {{g|Sun and Moon}}, {{p|Kommo-o}}, {{p|Garchomp}}, and {{p|Dragonite}} are used by [[Ryuki]] and {{p|Metagross}} is used by [[Molayne]]. | ||
* {{p|Dragapult}} is used by [[Leon]], the Champion in {{g|Sword and Shield}}. | |||
===As Shadow Pokémon=== | ===As Shadow Pokémon=== | ||
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** Dragonite has also appeared {{TP|Drake|belonging to Drake|Dragonite}} and {{TP|Lance|to Lance|Dragonite}}, who are both regional {{pkmn|Champion}}s. | ** Dragonite has also appeared {{TP|Drake|belonging to Drake|Dragonite}} and {{TP|Lance|to Lance|Dragonite}}, who are both regional {{pkmn|Champion}}s. | ||
** {{an|Iris}} caught a {{TP|Iris|Dragonite}} in ''[[BW089|Iris and the Rogue Dragonite!]]'', making it the first fully-evolved pseudo-legendary Pokémon to be owned by a main character in the anime. | ** {{an|Iris}} caught a {{TP|Iris|Dragonite}} in ''[[BW089|Iris and the Rogue Dragonite!]]'', making it the first fully-evolved pseudo-legendary Pokémon to be owned by a main character in the anime. | ||
** {{Ash}} caught a {{AP|Dragonite}} in ''[[JN010|A Test in Paradise!]]''. | |||
* {{p|Tyranitar}} debuted in ''[[M04|Celebi: The Voice of the Forest]]'' and made its TV episode debut in ''[[EP263|Address Unown]]''. | * {{p|Tyranitar}} debuted in ''[[M04|Celebi: The Voice of the Forest]]'' and made its TV episode debut in ''[[EP263|Address Unown]]''. | ||
** A Mega Tyranitar appeared in ''[[ | ** A Mega Tyranitar appeared in ''[[XYS03|Mega Evolution Special III]]''. | ||
* {{p|Salamence}} debuted in ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' and made its TV episode debut in ''[[AG043|Let Bagons be Bagons]]''. | * {{p|Salamence}} debuted in ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' and made its TV episode debut in ''[[AG043|Let Bagons be Bagons]]''. | ||
** A Mega Salamence appeared in ''[[ | ** A Mega Salamence appeared in ''[[XYS02|Mega Evolution Special II]]''. | ||
* {{p|Metagross}} debuted in ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]'' and made its TV episode debut in ''[[AG125|Like a Meowth to a Flame]]''. | * {{p|Metagross}} debuted in ''[[M07|Destiny Deoxys]]'' and made its TV episode debut in ''[[AG125|Like a Meowth to a Flame]]''. | ||
** A Mega Metagross appeared in ''Mega Evolution Special II''. | ** A Mega Metagross appeared in ''Mega Evolution Special II''. | ||
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** Cynthia's Garchomp also appeared in the opening of ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''. | ** Cynthia's Garchomp also appeared in the opening of ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''. | ||
* {{p|Hydreigon}} debuted in [[M14|''White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'']]; it was a Shiny Pokémon in the former. It made its TV episode debut in ''[[BW089|Iris and the Rogue Dragonite!]]''. | * {{p|Hydreigon}} debuted in [[M14|''White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'']]; it was a Shiny Pokémon in the former. It made its TV episode debut in ''[[BW089|Iris and the Rogue Dragonite!]]''. | ||
* {{p|Goodra}} debuted in ''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]'' after | * {{p|Goodra}} debuted in ''[[XY065|Good Friends, Great Training!]]'' after Ash's {{AP|Sliggoo|Goodra}} evolved. | ||
* {{p|Kommo-o}} debuted in ''[[SM051|Family Determination!]]'' as a [[Totem Pokémon]], where it battled {{an|Lillie}}, [[Snowy]], {{an|Gladion}}, and his {{ | * {{p|Kommo-o}} debuted in ''[[SM051|Family Determination!]]'' as a [[Totem Pokémon]], where it battled {{an|Lillie}}, [[Snowy]], {{an|Gladion}}, and his {{TP|Gladion|Silvally}}. | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
Ash Dragonite.png|Dragonite in the anime | |||
Dirk Tyranitar.png|Tyranitar in the anime | Dirk Tyranitar.png|Tyranitar in the anime | ||
Butler Salamence.png|Salamence in the anime | Butler Salamence.png|Salamence in the anime | ||
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** [[Ghetsis]] was shown to have a {{p|Hydreigon}} in which he used it in his battle against {{adv|Black}} in the {{chap|Black & White}}. | ** [[Ghetsis]] was shown to have a {{p|Hydreigon}} in which he used it in his battle against {{adv|Black}} in the {{chap|Black & White}}. | ||
** Zinnia was also seen with a {{p|Goodra}} which appeared in the ''Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire'' chapter. | ** Zinnia was also seen with a {{p|Goodra}} which appeared in the ''Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire'' chapter. | ||
** [[Ryuki]] has a {{p|Kommo-o}} that appeared as part of his team in the {{chap|Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon}}. | |||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
Lance Dragonite Adventures.png|Dragonite in Pokémon Adventures | Lance Dragonite Adventures.png|Dragonite in Pokémon Adventures | ||
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Ghetsis Hydreigon Adventures.png|Hydreigon in Pokémon Adventures | Ghetsis Hydreigon Adventures.png|Hydreigon in Pokémon Adventures | ||
Zinnia Goodra Adventures.png|Goodra in Pokémon Adventures | Zinnia Goodra Adventures.png|Goodra in Pokémon Adventures | ||
Ryuki Kommo-o Adventures.png|Kommo-o in Pokémon Adventures | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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* Among Pokémon commonly mistaken for pseudo-legendary Pokémon are {{p|Slaking}}, {{p|Flygon}}, {{p|Aggron}}, {{p|Volcarona}}, and {{p|Haxorus}}. For one reason or another, these Pokémon do not fit the criteria of those above and so are not pseudo-legendary Pokémon. | * Among Pokémon commonly mistaken for pseudo-legendary Pokémon are {{p|Slaking}}, {{p|Flygon}}, {{p|Aggron}}, {{p|Volcarona}}, and {{p|Haxorus}}. For one reason or another, these Pokémon do not fit the criteria of those above and so are not pseudo-legendary Pokémon. | ||
* The first stage of all pseudo-legendary Pokémon (that existed at the time) are available in the [[Johto Safari Zone]]. | * The first stage of all pseudo-legendary Pokémon (that existed at the time) are available in the [[Johto Safari Zone]]. | ||
* The pseudo-legendary Pokémon were featured in the "[https://www.facebook.com/Pokemon.official.Singapore/posts/2430759250584323 Late Bloomers]" (Japanese: '''大器晩成''' ''[https://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2019/10/191011_p02.html Taiki-Bansei]'') collection of {{OBP|Pokémon Center|store}} merchandise. | |||
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The subject of this article has no official name. The name currently in use is a fan designator; see below for more information. |
Pseudo-legendary Pokémon (Japanese: 600族 600 club) is a fan term commonly used to refer to any Pokémon that has a three-stage evolution line, 1,250,000 experience at level 100, and a base stat total of exactly 600 (before Mega Evolving). Pseudo-legendary Pokémon are often more powerful than many other non-Legendary Pokémon due to their high base stats.
Some fans omit the need to have 1,250,000 experience at level 100 from their definition, although this has no effect on the Pokémon that are in the group.
List of pseudo-legendary Pokémon
There are nine Pokémon considered to be pseudo-legendary Pokémon. The following shows the pseudo-legendary Pokémon by the generation of their introduction, as well as their types, and the Pokémon they evolve from.
In the games
Statistical averages
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Total | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 |
Individual characteristics
Dragonite
Being the first pseudo-legendary, Dragonite has straightforward and well-rounded stats. It has a traditionally high Attack and above average stats otherwise.
Tyranitar
With a focus on power and durability, Tyranitar sacrifices Speed to have tremendous bulk and skill. It has the Sand Stream Ability to always conjure up a sandstorm, which takes advantage of its Rock typing to further increase its high Special Defense.
- Mega Tyranitar has the highest base Defense, with 150.
- Lowest base Speed (when not Mega Evolved), with 61.
- When a sandstorm is raging, Mega Tyranitar's Special Defense becomes the highest of all pseudo-legendary Pokémon.
- Only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that is not the main Pokémon of a major boss at the end of the game it was introduced in. However, Tyranitar was used by Blue in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions, but only in his rematch.
Salamence
Due to having the same typing as Dragonite, Salamence differs itself by being entirely focused on attacking prowess. Its stats are high in Attack, Special Attack, and Speed, while comparatively low in both Defense stats.
- Shortest pseudo-legendary Pokémon, at 4'11" (1.5 m).
Metagross
Metagross has a large number of characteristics which are different from the other pseudo-legendary Pokémon. This is possibly due to how it does not appear to be based on an animal; rather, it is a robotic life form. In fact, it is the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that cannot learn any Dragon-type moves.
Stats wise, like Tyranitar, Metagross focuses on power and durability, utilizing the most defensive type, Steel, to complement its very high attack, high defenses, and relatively low speed.
- Only genderless pseudo-legendary Pokémon.
- Only pseudo-legendary Pokémon whose first stage of evolution, Beldum, cannot be caught in the wild in its debut generation (one is received from Steven Stone instead).
- Heaviest pseudo-legendary Pokémon, at 1212.5 lbs. (550.0 kg).
- Highest base Defense, at 130.
- Only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that does not share at least one type with another pseudo-legendary Pokémon.
- Only pseudo-legendary Pokémon to not have a weakness to Fairy-type moves.
- Only pseudo-legendary Pokémon whose English name is the same as its Japanese name.
- Metagross and its pre-evolutions have a catch rate of 3 whereas all the other pseudo-legendary Pokémon families have a catch rate of 45.
Garchomp
Focusing on versatility, Garchomp has high speed, high HP, and high attack with a versatile selection of moves to use. It complements these attributes with its Ground typing, which is among the best offensive types in the game.
- Only pseudo-legendary Pokémon to have gender differences.
- Has the fewest resistances.
- Highest base HP, with 108.
- Mega Garchomp has the highest base Attack, with 170.
- Lowest base Special Attack (when not Mega Evolved), with 80.
Hydreigon
Hydreigon's stats give it a number of unique characteristics from the other pseudo-legendary Pokémon. It has the highest base Special Attack of all the pseudo-legendary Pokémon. Similarly, it is the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that does not have a base stat over 125, but it is also the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that does not have a base stat under 90.
Its well rounded stats mirror Dragonite with Hydreigon also having a high attacking stat (Special Attack in this case), and above average stats in other categories.
- Only pseudo-legendary Pokémon with multiple elemental immunities (however its immunity to Ground is due to its Ability, Levitate).
- Has the highest base Special Attack, with 125.
- Hydreigon and its evolutionary relatives are the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon line that do not have a Hidden Ability in any of their forms.
Goodra
Unlike the other pseudo-legendary Pokémon, Goodra is mainly defensive, and its Attack and Special Attack are very similar. It has the lowest base Attack of all the pseudo-legendary Pokémon.
- Only pseudo-legendary Pokémon with a single type.
- Highest base Special Defense, with 150.
- Lowest base Defense, with 70.
Kommo-o
Kommo-o has mostly well-rounded stats and is slightly more defensive than offensive.
- Lowest base HP, with 75.
- The only pseudo-legendary Pokémon with an exclusive Z-Move, Clangorous Soulblaze. Consequently, it also the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon with an exclusive Z-Crystal, Kommonium Z.
Dragapult
- Tallest pseudo-legendary Pokémon, at 9'10" (3.0 m).
- Lightest pseudo-legendary Pokémon, at 110.2 lbs. (50.0 kg).
- Lowest base Special Defense, with 75.
- Highest base Speed, with 142.
Other
- Tyranitar and Kommo-o are the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that have a unique type combination.
- Goodra and Kommo-o are the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that do not always have a type immunity.
- Salamence and Metagross have the highest base Attack of all non-Mega-Evolved pseudo-legendary Pokémon, with 135.
- Garchomp and Kommo-o and their evolutionary relatives are the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon lines that do not have a base friendship of 35.
Users
These Pokémon are often used in-game by the members of the Elite Four and Champions.
- Dragonite is used by Lance, the final Elite Four member in Generation I and FireRed and LeafGreen; it is used again by Lance as the Champion in Generation II and HeartGold and SoulSilver. In HeartGold and SoulSilver, Lance uses a Dragonite, but when he is battled again, he replaces two of his three Dragonite with the two other Dragon-type pseudo-legendary Pokémon, Salamence and Garchomp. He also uses it in the Pokémon World Tournament in Black 2 and White 2.
- Tyranitar is also used by Lance in Pokémon Stadium 2 (both Round 1 and 2), as well as by Blue, the Champion, but only in the second round of the Elite Four in FireRed and LeafGreen and in the Fighting Dojo in HeartGold and SoulSilver.
- Salamence is used by Drake, the final Elite Four member in Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald. Lance uses one in rematches in HeartGold and SoulSilver and in the Pokémon World Tournament in Black 2 and White 2. Iris, the Champion in Black 2 and White 2, uses Salamence in her Challenge Mode rematches.
- Metagross is used by Steven Stone, the Champion in Ruby and Sapphire, and ex-Champion in Emerald. It is also used by Caitlin during her rematch and Challenge Mode initial battle.
- Garchomp is used by Cynthia, the Champion in Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum; she also uses it in the Pokémon World Tournament in Black 2 and White 2. Lance uses one in rematches in HeartGold and SoulSilver.
- Hydreigon is used by Ghetsis, who serves as the final boss in Black and White, as well as Iris, the Champion in Black 2 and White 2. Lance uses one in the Pokémon World Tournament in Black 2 and White 2.
- Goodra is used by Diantha, the Champion in Pokémon X and Y.
- In the player's Title Defense battles in Pokémon Sun and Moon, Kommo-o, Garchomp, and Dragonite are used by Ryuki and Metagross is used by Molayne.
- Dragapult is used by Leon, the Champion in Pokémon Sword and Shield.
As Shadow Pokémon
In story mode of Pokémon Colosseum, Shadow Metagross is used by Nascour and Shadow Tyranitar is used by Evice; it is notable that the two Cipher leaders have positions comparable to those of the final Elite Four member and Champion, respectively. Pokémon XD complemented the list of pseudo-legendary Pokémon as of Generation III by featuring Shadow Salamence (used by Eldes) and Shadow Dragonite (used by Miror B.). Another commonality is that all four pseudo-legendary Pokémon have Shadow Rush as one of their Shadow moves.
In the anime
In the main series
Pseudo-legendary Pokémon have appeared multiple times in the anime.
- Dragonite debuted as a silhouette in Mystery at the Lighthouse, but appeared physically in Mewtwo Strikes Back.
- Dragonite has also appeared belonging to Drake and to Lance, who are both regional Champions.
- Iris caught a Dragonite in Iris and the Rogue Dragonite!, making it the first fully-evolved pseudo-legendary Pokémon to be owned by a main character in the anime.
- Ash caught a Dragonite in A Test in Paradise!.
- Tyranitar debuted in Celebi: The Voice of the Forest and made its TV episode debut in Address Unown.
- A Mega Tyranitar appeared in Mega Evolution Special III.
- Salamence debuted in Jirachi: Wish Maker and made its TV episode debut in Let Bagons be Bagons.
- A Mega Salamence appeared in Mega Evolution Special II.
- Metagross debuted in Destiny Deoxys and made its TV episode debut in Like a Meowth to a Flame.
- Garchomp debuted in Top-Down Training!, belonging to Cynthia.
- Cynthia's Garchomp also appeared in the opening of Arceus and the Jewel of Life.
- Hydreigon debuted in White—Victini and Zekrom and Black—Victini and Reshiram; it was a Shiny Pokémon in the former. It made its TV episode debut in Iris and the Rogue Dragonite!.
- Goodra debuted in Good Friends, Great Training! after Ash's Sliggoo evolved.
- Kommo-o debuted in Family Determination! as a Totem Pokémon, where it battled Lillie, Snowy, Gladion, and his Silvally.
In Pokémon Origins
- Only Dragonite has appeared in Pokémon Origins. It appeared in File 4: Charizard under the ownership of Lance.
In the manga
In the Pokémon Adventures manga
- Pseudo-legendary Pokémon have appeared multiple times in Pokémon Adventures.
- Lance has both a Dragonite and a Tyranitar.
- Salamence debuted in the Ruby & Sapphire arc where it went on a rampage. This Salamence was revealed to have belonged to Zinnia in the Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire arc and had the ability to Mega Evolve.
- Tucker was in possession of another Salamence which appeared in the Emerald arc.
- Steven has a Metagross which debuted in the Ruby & Sapphire chapter. It was given the ability to Mega Evolve in the Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire chapter.
- Cynthia was shown to have a Garchomp.
- Ghetsis was shown to have a Hydreigon in which he used it in his battle against Black in the Black & White arc.
- Zinnia was also seen with a Goodra which appeared in the Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire chapter.
- Ryuki has a Kommo-o that appeared as part of his team in the Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon arc.
Trivia
- Generation III is the only generation so far to have introduced more than one pseudo-legendary Pokémon.
- All pseudo-legendary Pokémon that existed at the time were available as Shadow Pokémon in either Pokémon Colosseum (Tyranitar and Metagross) or Pokémon XD (Dragonite and Salamence).
- Among Pokémon commonly mistaken for pseudo-legendary Pokémon are Slaking, Flygon, Aggron, Volcarona, and Haxorus. For one reason or another, these Pokémon do not fit the criteria of those above and so are not pseudo-legendary Pokémon.
- The first stage of all pseudo-legendary Pokémon (that existed at the time) are available in the Johto Safari Zone.
- The pseudo-legendary Pokémon were featured in the "Late Bloomers" (Japanese: 大器晩成 Taiki-Bansei) collection of Pokémon Center merchandise.
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