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==Biology== | ==Biology== | ||
Raikou is a quadruped, yellow, tiger-like Pokémon with black stripes and a white underside. It has a thin, light blue tail with sharp angles and a spark-shaped formation at the end. Most of its face consists of thick, white fur and shorter yellow fur around its red eyes. Raikou's muzzle is a light blue "X" and it has a black faceplate with two bumps that | Raikou is a quadruped, yellow, tiger-like Pokémon with black stripes and a white underside. It has a thin, light blue tail with sharp angles and a spark-shaped formation at the end. Most of its face consists of thick, white fur and shorter yellow fur around its red eyes. Raikou's muzzle is a light blue "X" and it has a black faceplate with two bumps that cover its forehead, nose, and ears. Raikou has two long fangs that make its appearance similar to the {{wp|saber-toothed cat}}. Its large claws each converge to form a single point and never retract. Extra fur hangs off its body in front of its thighs. Raikou has a mane across its back that resembles dull purple rain clouds and allows it to shoot bolts of lighting. | ||
[[ | [[Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs (anime special)#Part 2|As seen in the anime]], Raikou is able to fly by creating storm clouds. [[The Legend of Thunder!|It is shown]] to be distrustful of humans, though it may form some friendship with those who help it. Raikou tends to appear during thunderstorms and when other Electric-type Pokémon are in danger. Raikou races across {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Grassland Pokémon|grasslands}} while barking cries that sound like thunder. | ||
==In the anime== | ==In the anime== | ||
===In the main series=== | ===In the main series=== | ||
[[File:The Legend of Thunder.png|left | [[File:The Legend of Thunder.png|thumb|left|250px|Raikou in the {{pkmn|anime}}]] | ||
[[File:Raikou M13.png|thumb | [[File:Raikou M13.png|thumb|250px|{{Shiny}} Raikou in the anime]] | ||
====Major appearances==== | ====Major appearances==== | ||
=====[[Raikou (The Legend of Thunder!)]]===== | =====[[Raikou (The Legend of Thunder!)]]===== | ||
In ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'', [[Team Rocket]] members [[Attila]] and [[Hun]] attempted to capture a Raikou but failed. | |||
====={{DL|Legendary beasts (M13)|Raikou|Raikou (M13)}}===== | ====={{DL|Legendary beasts (M13)|Raikou|Raikou (M13)}}===== | ||
A {{Shiny}} Raikou appeared alongside | A {{Shiny}} Raikou appeared alongside the other members of its [[Legendary beasts|trio]] in ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''. | ||
=====Other===== | =====Other===== | ||
A Raikou appeared at the end of ''[[ | A Raikou appeared at the end of ''[[Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs (anime special)#Part 2|Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs (Part 2)]]''. | ||
====Minor appearances==== | ====Minor appearances==== | ||
In ''[[EP180|Houndoom's Special Delivery]]'', {{TP|Misty|Togepi}} and a {{p|Houndoom}} spotted a Raikou before it disappeared. | |||
A Raikou appeared in a flashback in ''[[EP227|For Ho-Oh the Bells Toll!]]''. | A Raikou appeared in a flashback in ''[[EP227|For Ho-Oh the Bells Toll!]]''. | ||
A Raikou | A Raikou appeared in the opening sequence of ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]''. | ||
A Raikou | A Raikou appeared in the opening sequence of ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]''. | ||
In ''[[DP137|Three Sides to Every Story!]]'', [[Dawn's Piplup]]'s dream featured a Raikou. | |||
In ''[[M20|I Choose You!]]'', {{OBP|Ash Ketchum|M20|Ash}}, [[Verity]], and Sorrel saw a Raikou as they approached [[Mount Tensei]], but it disappeared before they could get a better look. | |||
====Pokédex entries==== | ====Pokédex entries==== | ||
{{Animedexheader|Hoso}} | {{Animedexheader|Hoso}} | ||
{{Animedexbody|The Legend of Thunder!|Raikou|Jimmy's Pokédex|Raikou, the Thunder Pokémon. It's said to have descended to earth on a bolt of lightning.}} | {{Animedexbody|The Legend of Thunder!|Raikou|Jimmy's Pokédex|Raikou, the Thunder Pokémon. It's said to have descended to earth on a bolt of lightning.}} | ||
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon | {{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Hoso}} | ||
===In Pokémon Generations=== | |||
[[File:Raikou PG.png|thumb|250px|Raikou in [[Pokémon Generations]]]] | [[File:Raikou PG.png|thumb|250px|Raikou in [[Pokémon Generations]]]] | ||
A {{pkmn2|wild}} Raikou appeared in [[Ecruteak City]] in ''[[PG06|The Reawakening]]'', during a flashback about the creation of the [[legendary beasts]]. | A {{pkmn2|wild}} Raikou appeared in [[Ecruteak City]] in ''[[PG06|The Reawakening]]'', during a flashback about the creation of the [[legendary beasts]]. | ||
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===In the movie adaptations=== | ===In the movie adaptations=== | ||
{{main|Legendary beasts (M13)|Raikou (M13)}} | {{main|Legendary beasts (M13)|Raikou (M13)}} | ||
Raikou appeared in the {{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions|manga adaptation}} of the fourth and final | Raikou appeared in the {{ma|Zoroark: Master of Illusions|manga adaptation}} of the fourth and final ''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]'' {{pkmn|movie}}, ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''. | ||
===In the Pocket Monsters HGSS manga=== | |||
A Raikou appeared in [[PMHGSS04]] and [[PMHGSS05]]. | |||
===In the Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure manga=== | |||
A Raikou appeared in [[JBA3]]. | |||
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga=== | ===In the Pokémon Adventures manga=== | ||
{{main|Legendary beasts (Adventures)#Raikou|Raikou (Adventures)}} | {{main|Legendary beasts (Adventures)#Raikou|Raikou (Adventures)}} | ||
Raikou appeared as a beam of light in ''[[PS117|Slugging It Out With Slugma]]''. Its first real appearance was in ''[[PS137|Really Raikou & Entirely Entei I]]'', where it along with Entei tests Falkner and were joined by Suicune in ''[[PS138|Really Raikou & Entirely Entei I]]'', talking about {{p|Ho-Oh}}. It was revealed in a flashback in ''[[PS141|Hello, Lickitung]]'', where it was awakened by {{adv|Yellow}} along with its two counterparts, and the three raced around [[Kanto]] and [[Johto]] looking for {{pkmn|Trainer}}s to help them defeat the [[Masked Man]] to free Ho-Oh and repay the debt of the latter for saving its life. Nearing the end of the chapter, Raikou eventually pairs up with [[Lt. Surge]] after encountering and escaping [[Falkner]], and later {{adv|Gold}}. Once Ho-Oh is freed and [[Pryce]], the true identity of the Masked Man, is defeated, it once again roams the lands of Johto with {{p|Suicune}} and {{p|Entei}}. | Raikou appeared as a beam of light in ''[[PS117|Slugging It Out With Slugma]]''. Its first real appearance was in ''[[PS137|Really Raikou & Entirely Entei I]]'', where it along with Entei tests Falkner and were joined by Suicune in ''[[PS138|Really Raikou & Entirely Entei I]]'', talking about {{p|Ho-Oh}}. It was revealed in a flashback in ''[[PS141|Hello, Lickitung]]'', where it was awakened by {{adv|Yellow}} along with its two counterparts, and the three raced around [[Kanto]] and [[Johto]] looking for {{pkmn|Trainer}}s to help them defeat the [[Masked Man]] to free Ho-Oh and repay the debt of the latter for saving its life. Nearing the end of the chapter, Raikou eventually pairs up with [[Lt. Surge]] after encountering and escaping [[Falkner]], and later {{adv|Gold}}. Once Ho-Oh is freed and [[Pryce]], the true identity of the Masked Man, is defeated, it once again roams the lands of Johto with {{p|Suicune}} and {{p|Entei}}. [[Anabel]] later {{pkmn2|caught|catches}} Raikou in the {{gdis|Battle Frontier|III}} saga. | ||
===In the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga=== | |||
A Raikou appeared in ''[[GB11|Gold and Black VS Team Rocket]]'' and ''[[GB12|The Legendary Pokémon]]''. | |||
===In the Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All manga=== | |||
A Raikou first appeared in [[GDZ58]]. | |||
===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga=== | |||
A Raikou appeared in ''[[PM088|Find the Legendary Pokémon!!]]''. | |||
==In the TCG== | ==In the TCG== | ||
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==Other appearances== | ==Other appearances== | ||
===[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]=== | |||
When released from a {{i|Poké Ball}}, Raikou releases a powerful {{m|Spark}} attack that electrocutes any opponents that get caught in it. Raikou is the only [[Legendary beasts|Legendary beast]] that does not return in [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]. | When released from a {{i|Poké Ball}}, Raikou releases a powerful {{m|Spark}} attack that electrocutes any opponents that get caught in it. Raikou is the only [[Legendary beasts|Legendary beast]] that does not return in [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]. | ||
====Trophy information==== | |||
''These Thunder Pokémon travel near and far, blasting out electrified whirlwinds. They carry storm clouds on their backs, so they can produce lightning regardless of the local weather; it's even said that they descended to the earth with via lightning bolts. Their extreme quickness lends itself to flight, so they're very hard to capture.'' | ''These Thunder Pokémon travel near and far, blasting out electrified whirlwinds. They carry storm clouds on their backs, so they can produce lightning regardless of the local weather; it's even said that they descended to the earth with via lightning bolts. Their extreme quickness lends itself to flight, so they're very hard to capture.'' | ||
===[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U|Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]=== | |||
Raikou appears as a trophy. | Raikou appears as a trophy. | ||
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'''NA:''' ''Was that a bolt of lightning flashing by, on the ground instead of the air? Then it could have been Raikou. A rumble of thunder in the distance, but not a cloud in the sky? Sounds like Raikou's roar to us. It is said that this wild Pokémon perished in the Johto region once, but Ho-Oh was so filled with sorrow at the loss that Raikou was resurrected.'' | '''NA:''' ''Was that a bolt of lightning flashing by, on the ground instead of the air? Then it could have been Raikou. A rumble of thunder in the distance, but not a cloud in the sky? Sounds like Raikou's roar to us. It is said that this wild Pokémon perished in the Johto region once, but Ho-Oh was so filled with sorrow at the loss that Raikou was resurrected.'' | ||
'''PAL:''' ''If you see a bolt of lightning flash across the ground instead of from the sky, you may have just caught a glimpse of Raikou. And if you hear a peal of thunder that lasts longer than it should, that may be Raikou's roar. It's said that this wild yet majestic Pokémon once perished in the Johto region, but Ho-Oh, filled with sorrow, resurrected it.'' | '''PAL:''' ''If you see a bolt of lightning flash across the ground instead of from the sky, you may have just caught a glimpse of Raikou. And if you hear a peal of thunder that lasts longer than it should, that may be Raikou's roar. It's said that this wild yet majestic Pokémon once perished in the Johto region, but Ho-Oh, filled with sorrow, resurrected it.'' | ||
===[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]=== | |||
Raikou appears as a {{sbw|Spirit}} alongside {{p|Entei}} and {{p|Suicune}}. | |||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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{{Availability/Entry1|v=Ultra Sun|area=[[Ultra Space Wilds]] ({{DL|Ultra Space Wilds|Rocky World}}) ([[List of in-game event Pokémon in Generation VII#Raikou|Only one]])}} | {{Availability/Entry1|v=Ultra Sun|area=[[Ultra Space Wilds]] ({{DL|Ultra Space Wilds|Rocky World}}) ([[List of in-game event Pokémon in Generation VII#Raikou|Only one]])}} | ||
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Ultra Moon|area=[[Trade]]}} | {{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Ultra Moon|area=[[Trade]]}} | ||
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{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Dark Land#Royal Armory|Dark Land: Royal Armory]] <small>(Special Boss)</small>}} | {{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Dark Land#Royal Armory|Dark Land: Royal Armory]] <small>(Special Boss)</small>}} | ||
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Picross|color={{skill color light}}|area=[[Pokémon Picross Stages#Area 20|Area 20: Stage 06]]}} | {{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Picross|color={{skill color light}}|area=[[Pokémon Picross Stages#Area 20|Area 20: Stage 06]]}} | ||
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===Learnset=== | ===Learnset=== | ||
{{Learnlist/MoveNA|Raikou|Electric|Electric|2}} | |||
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|candy=Raikou | |candy=Raikou | ||
|evolution=N/A | |evolution=N/A | ||
|stamina= | |stamina=207 | ||
|attack=241 | |attack=241 | ||
|defense= | |defense=195 | ||
|fast={{m|Thunder Shock}}, {{m|Volt Switch}} | |fast={{m|Thunder Shock}}, {{m|Volt Switch}} | ||
|special={{m|Thunder}}, {{m|Thunderbolt}}, {{m|Wild Charge}}, {{m|Shadow Ball}}{{tt|*|From | |special={{m|Thunder}}, {{m|Thunderbolt}}, {{m|Wild Charge}}, {{m|Shadow Ball}}{{tt|*|From February 1, 2019 onward}}, {{m|Frustration}}{{tt|‡|As Shadow Pokémon}}, {{m|Return}}{{tt|‡|As Purified Pokémon}} | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
[[File:Raikou dex entry LoT.png|thumb|230px|Raikou in {{jo|Jimmy}}'s Pokédex]] | |||
* Raikou, along with {{p|Entei}} and {{p|Suicune}}, was designed by [[Muneo Saitō]].<ref>http://kai-you.net/article/5034</ref> | * Raikou, along with {{p|Entei}} and {{p|Suicune}}, was designed by [[Muneo Saitō]].<ref>http://kai-you.net/article/5034</ref> | ||
* Raikou is the only Pokémon in the anime whose image on the anime [[Pokédex]] was of stylized art rather than [[Ken Sugimori]]'s official artwork. | * Raikou is the only Pokémon in the anime whose image on the anime [[Pokédex]] was of stylized art rather than [[Ken Sugimori]]'s official artwork. | ||
* Raikou's [[Effort values|effort value]] [[List of Pokémon by effort value yield|yield]] of 1 Special Attack and 2 Speed is unique. | * Raikou's [[Effort values|effort value]] [[List of Pokémon by effort value yield|yield]] of 1 Special Attack and 2 Speed is unique. | ||
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===Origin=== | ===Origin=== | ||
Raikou may be particularly based on the | Raikou may be particularly based on the thunder and lightning gods of most cultures surrounding the world, mostly the 雷獣 ''{{wp|raijū}}'' (lit. thunder beast), a thunder demon of Japanese lore and is said to be Raijin's companion. It is said to be a creature that could take the form of a {{wp|tiger}}, {{wp|monkey}}, blue {{wp|wolf}} wrapped in lightning, and many other animals. Raikou is specifically based on its tiger form, while the Pokémon {{p|Manectric}} is based on its wolf form. Raikou is also based on dogs. | ||
In terms of physical build, Raikou may be based on the ''{{wp|Smilodon | In terms of physical build, Raikou may be based on the ''{{wp|Smilodon}}'', a well-known but extinct species of wildcat often referred to as a saber-toothed tiger. Its color and pattern scheme are reminiscent of that of a {{wp|Bengal tiger}}. The stripes that decorate Raikou's body also can be compared to zigzagging thunderbolts and perhaps even scars from claws. The white ruff around Raikou's face is akin to the {{wp|Siberian tiger}}'s thick fur around its neck. In the anime, Raikou is shown to be very agile, swift, stealthy, and a powerful attacker, just like a tiger. The gray "plate" on its forehead may be similar to Entei's head ornament, being either a helmet or crown that signifies courage and power. | ||
The flowing purple | The flowing purple cloud on its back is likely meant to invoke the image of a {{wp|cumulonimbus cloud}}, the cloud type most often associated with thunderstorms. | ||
====Name origin==== | ====Name origin==== | ||
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|hi=रायकू ''Raikou''|himeaning=Transcription of English name | |hi=रायकू ''Raikou''|himeaning=Transcription of English name | ||
|ru=Райку ''Rayku''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name | |ru=Райку ''Rayku''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name | ||
|th=ไรโค ''Raikou''|thmeaning=Transcription of Japanese name | |||
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* [[Legendary beasts (Adventures)#Raikou|Raikou (Adventures)]] | * [[Legendary beasts (Adventures)#Raikou|Raikou (Adventures)]] | ||
* [[Legendary beasts (Super Mystery Dungeon)]] | * [[Legendary beasts (Super Mystery Dungeon)]] | ||
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Raikou (Japanese: ライコウ Raikou) is an Electric-type Legendary Pokémon introduced in Generation II.
It is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon.
Along with Entei and Suicune, it is one of the Legendary beasts resurrected by Ho-Oh after the burning of the Brass Tower. Of the three Legendary beasts, Raikou is said to represent the lightning strike which ignited the fire that consumed the Brass Tower.
Biology
Raikou is a quadruped, yellow, tiger-like Pokémon with black stripes and a white underside. It has a thin, light blue tail with sharp angles and a spark-shaped formation at the end. Most of its face consists of thick, white fur and shorter yellow fur around its red eyes. Raikou's muzzle is a light blue "X" and it has a black faceplate with two bumps that cover its forehead, nose, and ears. Raikou has two long fangs that make its appearance similar to the saber-toothed cat. Its large claws each converge to form a single point and never retract. Extra fur hangs off its body in front of its thighs. Raikou has a mane across its back that resembles dull purple rain clouds and allows it to shoot bolts of lighting.
As seen in the anime, Raikou is able to fly by creating storm clouds. It is shown to be distrustful of humans, though it may form some friendship with those who help it. Raikou tends to appear during thunderstorms and when other Electric-type Pokémon are in danger. Raikou races across grasslands while barking cries that sound like thunder.
In the anime
In the main series
Raikou in the anime
Shiny Raikou in the anime
Major appearances
Raikou (The Legend of Thunder!)
In The Legend of Thunder!, Team Rocket members Attila and Hun attempted to capture a Raikou but failed.
Raikou (M13)
A Shiny Raikou appeared alongside the other members of its trio in Zoroark: Master of Illusions.
Other
A Raikou appeared at the end of Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs (Part 2).
Minor appearances
In Houndoom's Special Delivery, Togepi and a Houndoom spotted a Raikou before it disappeared.
A Raikou appeared in a flashback in For Ho-Oh the Bells Toll!.
A Raikou appeared in the opening sequence of Lucario and the Mystery of Mew.
A Raikou appeared in the opening sequence of Arceus and the Jewel of Life.
In Three Sides to Every Story!, Dawn's Piplup's dream featured a Raikou.
In I Choose You!, Ash, Verity, and Sorrel saw a Raikou as they approached Mount Tensei, but it disappeared before they could get a better look.
Pokédex entries
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In Pokémon Generations
Raikou in Pokémon Generations
A wild Raikou appeared in Ecruteak City in The Reawakening, during a flashback about the creation of the legendary beasts.
In the manga
Raikou in Pokémon Adventures
In the movie adaptations
- Main article: Raikou (M13)
Raikou appeared in the manga adaptation of the fourth and final Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl movie, Zoroark: Master of Illusions.
In the Pocket Monsters HGSS manga
A Raikou appeared in PMHGSS04 and PMHGSS05.
In the Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure manga
A Raikou appeared in JBA3.
In the Pokémon Adventures manga
- Main article: Raikou (Adventures)
Raikou appeared as a beam of light in Slugging It Out With Slugma. Its first real appearance was in Really Raikou & Entirely Entei I, where it along with Entei tests Falkner and were joined by Suicune in Really Raikou & Entirely Entei I, talking about Ho-Oh. It was revealed in a flashback in Hello, Lickitung, where it was awakened by Yellow along with its two counterparts, and the three raced around Kanto and Johto looking for Trainers to help them defeat the Masked Man to free Ho-Oh and repay the debt of the latter for saving its life. Nearing the end of the chapter, Raikou eventually pairs up with Lt. Surge after encountering and escaping Falkner, and later Gold. Once Ho-Oh is freed and Pryce, the true identity of the Masked Man, is defeated, it once again roams the lands of Johto with Suicune and Entei. Anabel later catches Raikou in the Battle Frontier saga.
In the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga
A Raikou appeared in Gold and Black VS Team Rocket and The Legendary Pokémon.
In the Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All manga
A Raikou first appeared in GDZ58.
In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga
A Raikou appeared in Find the Legendary Pokémon!!.
In the TCG
- Main article: Raikou (TCG)
Other appearances
Super Smash Bros. Melee
When released from a Poké Ball, Raikou releases a powerful Spark attack that electrocutes any opponents that get caught in it. Raikou is the only Legendary beast that does not return in Super Smash Bros. Brawl.
Trophy information
These Thunder Pokémon travel near and far, blasting out electrified whirlwinds. They carry storm clouds on their backs, so they can produce lightning regardless of the local weather; it's even said that they descended to the earth with via lightning bolts. Their extreme quickness lends itself to flight, so they're very hard to capture.
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Raikou appears as a trophy.
Trophy information
NA: Was that a bolt of lightning flashing by, on the ground instead of the air? Then it could have been Raikou. A rumble of thunder in the distance, but not a cloud in the sky? Sounds like Raikou's roar to us. It is said that this wild Pokémon perished in the Johto region once, but Ho-Oh was so filled with sorrow at the loss that Raikou was resurrected.
PAL: If you see a bolt of lightning flash across the ground instead of from the sky, you may have just caught a glimpse of Raikou. And if you hear a peal of thunder that lasts longer than it should, that may be Raikou's roar. It's said that this wild yet majestic Pokémon once perished in the Johto region, but Ho-Oh, filled with sorrow, resurrected it.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Raikou appears as a Spirit alongside Entei and Suicune.
Game data
NPC appearances
- Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Raikou first appears alongside Suicune up on Revelation Mountain where they confronted Krookodile believing he turned Entei to stone but discovered Nuzleaf was responsible and was turned to stone. Raikou later helped the player and partner escape from the Voidlands.
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In events
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| GSC | Gotta Catch 'Em All Station! Raikou | English | United States | 40
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November 22 to 29, 2001; December 7 to 20, 2001; June 22 to 28, 2002; July 5 to 11, 2002; November 15 to 21, 2002 |
| RSEFRLG | Journey Across America Raikou | English | United States | 70 | February 25 to July 23, 2006 |
| RSEFRLG | Top 10 Distribution Raikou | English | United Kingdom | 70 | June 10, 2006; October 14 to November 19, 2006 |
| RSEFRLG | Top 10 Distribution Raikou | Italian | Italy | 70 | June 23 to 25, 2006 |
| RSEFRLG | Top 10 Distribution Raikou | Spanish | Spain | 70 | June 27 to August 27, 2006 |
| RSEFRLG | Party of the Decade Raikou | English | United States | 70 | August 8, 2006 |
| RSEFRLG | Top 10 Distribution Raikou | German | Germany | 70 | September 24 to November 5, 2006 |
| RSEFRLG | Top 10 Distribution Raikou | French | France | 70 | September 26, 2006 |
| DPPtHGSS | Crown Raikou | Japanese | Japan | 30
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June 18 to August 31, 2010 |
| DPPtHGSS | Shinsegae Raikou | Korean | South Korea | 30
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September 11 to October 24, 2010 |
| DPPtHGSS | Crown City Raikou | Korean | South Korea | 30
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December 16, 2010 to January 9, 2011 |
| DPPtHGSS | GameStop Raikou | English | North America | 30
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January 3 to 9, 2011 |
| DPPtHGSS | Winter 2011 Raikou | English | Wi-Fi | 30
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February 7 to 13, 2011 |
| DPPtHGSS | Winter 2011 Raikou | French | Wi-Fi | 30
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February 7 to 13, 2011 |
| DPPtHGSS | Winter 2011 Raikou | German | Wi-Fi | 30
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February 7 to 13, 2011 |
| DPPtHGSS | Winter 2011 Raikou | Italian | Wi-Fi | 30
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February 7 to 13, 2011 |
| DPPtHGSS | Winter 2011 Raikou | Spanish | Wi-Fi | 30
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February 7 to 13, 2011 |
| M | Legendary Pokémon Celebration Raikou | American region | Online | 60 | April 2 to July 23, 2018 |
| UM | Legendary Pokémon Celebration Raikou | American region | Online | 100 | April 2 to July 23, 2018 |
| M | Legendary Pokémon Celebration Raikou | PAL region | Nintendo Network | 60 | April 4 to 25, 2018 |
| UM | Legendary Pokémon Celebration Raikou | PAL region | Nintendo Network | 100 | April 4 to 25, 2018 |
| M | Legendary Pokémon Celebration Raikou | Taiwanese region | Nintendo Network | 60 | April 4 to 25, 2018 |
| UM | Legendary Pokémon Celebration Raikou | Taiwanese region | Nintendo Network | 100 | April 4 to 25, 2018 |
| UM | Korean League Season 1 Raikou | Korean | South Korea | 100 | December 22 to 23, 2018 |
Held items
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| Events* |  Micle Berry (100%)
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 Gold Bottle Cap (100%)
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Stats
Base stats
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HP: 90
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150 - 197 | 290 - 384 | |
85
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81 - 150 | 157 - 295 | |
75
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72 - 139 | 139 - 273 | |
115
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108 - 183 | 211 - 361 | |
100
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94 - 167 | 184 - 328 | |
115
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108 - 183 | 211 - 361 | |
Total: 580
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For other sprites and images, please see Raikou images on the Bulbagarden Archives.
Trivia
Raikou in Jimmy's Pokédex
- Raikou, along with Entei and Suicune, was designed by Muneo Saitō.[1]
- Raikou is the only Pokémon in the anime whose image on the anime Pokédex was of stylized art rather than Ken Sugimori's official artwork.
- Raikou's effort value yield of 1 Special Attack and 2 Speed is unique.
- Raikou's number in the National Pokédex and the Johto Pokédex is the same: 243.
Origin
Raikou may be particularly based on the thunder and lightning gods of most cultures surrounding the world, mostly the 雷獣 raijū (lit. thunder beast), a thunder demon of Japanese lore and is said to be Raijin's companion. It is said to be a creature that could take the form of a tiger, monkey, blue wolf wrapped in lightning, and many other animals. Raikou is specifically based on its tiger form, while the Pokémon Manectric is based on its wolf form. Raikou is also based on dogs.
In terms of physical build, Raikou may be based on the Smilodon, a well-known but extinct species of wildcat often referred to as a saber-toothed tiger. Its color and pattern scheme are reminiscent of that of a Bengal tiger. The stripes that decorate Raikou's body also can be compared to zigzagging thunderbolts and perhaps even scars from claws. The white ruff around Raikou's face is akin to the Siberian tiger's thick fur around its neck. In the anime, Raikou is shown to be very agile, swift, stealthy, and a powerful attacker, just like a tiger. The gray "plate" on its forehead may be similar to Entei's head ornament, being either a helmet or crown that signifies courage and power. The flowing purple cloud on its back is likely meant to invoke the image of a cumulonimbus cloud, the cloud type most often associated with thunderstorms.
Name origin
Raikou could be taken to mean 雷光 raikou (lightning), which is also the inspiration for the name of raijū, or it may be a combination of 雷 rai (thunder) and 皇 kō (emperor). It may also derive from 雷公 raikō (thunder duke), the on'yomi reading of Lei Gong, a Taoist/Daoist deity.
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Related articles
- Legendary beasts
- Raikou (The Legend of Thunder!)
- Legendary beasts (M13)
- Raikou (Adventures)
- Legendary beasts (Super Mystery Dungeon)
- Legendary Pokémon
- Myths and legends involving Legendary Pokémon
Notes
External links
See also: Mythical Pokémon
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