Xerneas (Japanese: ゼルネアス Xerneas) is a Fairy-type Legendary Pokémon introduced in Generation VI.
While it is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon, Xerneas has two forms, which change depending on its status. When Xerneas is in a battle or a Pokémon Contest, it is in Active Mode and its horns are multicolor; otherwise, it is in Neutral Mode and its horns are cyan.
Along with Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie, and Yveltal, Xerneas was one of the first Generation VI Pokémon to be revealed to the public on January 8, 2013, as part of the Pokémon Direct broadcast.
Xerneas is the game mascot of Pokémon X, appearing on its boxart. Xerneas, Yveltal, and Zygarde are often collectively referred to as the Aura trio by fans.
Biology
Xerneas is a quadrupedal, stag-like Pokémon with four pairs of antlers. Its coloration varies slightly depending on whether it is in Active Mode or Neutral Mode. Regardless of mode, its main body is always black with a blue stripe down its back and a short, bushy tail. Starting at its knees there is a blade-like trim around each leg, which forms a point under each hoof. There is an upside-down, V-shaped marking on its chest in the same color as the trim on its legs. Its head and neck are blue, and there are two large, tufts that extend onto its chest and curve upward. Its first pair of antlers extends onto its head and curves around the underside of its eyes. The eyes are black with X-shaped pupils. There is a short marking on top of its snout and an upward curving horn on each side of its head in place of ears.
In Active Mode, its markings, antlers, and trim on its legs are pale gold. Its antlers have branches and bumps in many colors and there are multicolored spots on its back. Xerneas assumes this Mode during battle or when using its power. Xerneas is at full power when in Active Mode.
In Neutral Mode, its markings and antlers are instead pale blue and the embellishments on its antlers and spots on its back are a darker blue. Xerneas assumes Neutral Mode when not battling and traveling. This remains until it needs to use Active Mode.
Xerneas has the power to share eternal life. This occurs when the horns on its head shine in seven colors. Xerneas can use its life energy to create vast forests and restore life to them. It can infuse both humans and Pokémon with energy and vitality. Because of this, Xerneas is highly respected by the ancient people of Kalos for its role in giving life. Xerneas is also known to be able to speak through telepathy. According to legend, Xerneas is known to have rescued wounded Pokémon during an ancient war. Xerneas and Yveltal have the power to transform Evolution stones into Mega Stones as seen with the ultimate weapon's blast shot by AZ 3000 years ago. Both are in charge of taking care of the land in a delicate balance between life and death. Xerneas's power can also be used to power up machines such as the ultimate weapon. It can also absorb the energy around itself, sharply strenghtening itself as a result.
As seen in Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction, if it expends too much life energy, it transforms into a tree and sleeps for 1,000 years. Xerneas has the power to revive those who have been petrified by Yveltal. However, as seen in The Legend of X, Y, and Z!, it couldn't undo Aila's case for unknown reasons. It was also shown capable of calming Yveltal should it get enraged. In Sylveon Enchants, Xerneas was shown making plants grow by simply touching them.
Xerneas is the only known Pokémon capable of learning the move Geomancy. It is also the only known Pokémon that can have Fairy Aura as an Ability.
- Illumina Pokémon
A special Xerneas is worshipped in Lental for being one of the seven guardian Illumina Pokémon, in particular for saving the region from a meteorite 2000 years ago. It is also believed to be the originator of the Illumina phenomenon. It resides in the Aurus Island Illumina Spot.
Forms
Xerneas has two forms: Active Mode and Neutral Mode.
Game data
NPC appearances
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Spoilers end here.
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Pokédex entries
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation VI.
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Generation VI
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Kalos Mountain #148
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Hoenn #—
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X
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Legends say it can share eternal life. It slept for a thousand years in the form of a tree before its revival.
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Y
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When the horns on its head shine in seven colors, it is said to be sharing everlasting life.
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Omega Ruby
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Legends say it can share eternal life. It slept for a thousand years in the form of a tree before its revival.
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Alpha Sapphire
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When the horns on its head shine in seven colors, it is said to be sharing everlasting life.
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Game locations
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation VI.
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In side games
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation VI.
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In events
Held items
Stats
Base stats
Stat
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Range
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At Lv. 50
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At Lv. 100
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126
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186 - 233
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362 - 456
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131
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122 - 201
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240 - 397
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95
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90 - 161
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175 - 317
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131
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122 - 201
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240 - 397
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98
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92 - 165
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180 - 324
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99
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93 - 166
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182 - 326
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Total: 680
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Other Pokémon with this total
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- Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
- Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.
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Type effectiveness
Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:
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Learnset
Xerneas is available in Sword and Shield Version 1.3.0+.
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Xerneas
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Xerneas
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Xerneas
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Xerneas
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations
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- Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Xerneas in Generation VIII
- Moves marked with a double dagger (‡) can only be bred from a Pokémon who learned the move in an earlier generation.
- Moves marked with a superscript game abbreviation can only be bred onto Xerneas in that game.
- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Xerneas
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Xerneas
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Xerneas
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Xerneas
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Move Tutor moves from other generations
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By transfer from another generation
Generation VIII
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Other generations:
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VII - IX
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- Transferred Pokémon only retain these moves in Pokémon Sword and Shield
- A striped background indicates a generation in which the move can only be obtained via event or as a special move
- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Xerneas
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Xerneas
- × indicates a move that cannot be used in Sword and Shield
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see transfer-only moves for other generations
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Side game data
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Pokémon Rumble Rush
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Walking Speed: 1.64 seconds
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Base HP: 64
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Base Attack: 86
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Base Defense: 58
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Base Speed: 60
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Pokémon Battle Trozei
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Attack Power:
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★★★★★
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Power of Five
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Increases the damage dealt by matching five Pokémon.
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Form data
Xerneas has two forms: Neutral Mode and Active Mode. There is no gameplay difference between them; Xerneas appears in Active Mode in battles and Pokémon Contest Spectaculars, and appears in Neutral Mode in other situations, such as in cutscenes, the party and summary screens, the Pokémon Storage System, Pokémon-Amie, Pokémon Refresh, Pokémon Camp, and as a walking Pokémon. According to the Pokédex, Xerneas shares everlasting life while it is in Active Mode.
Xerneas's horns and some highlights in its fur are light blue in Neutral Mode and light gold in Active Mode. In Active Mode, the protrusions on its horns and the spots on its back light up in several different colors.
Evolution data
Sprites
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation VI.
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This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation IX.
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In animation
Main series
Major appearances
Xerneas debuted in Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction. It granted Diancie its Fairy Aura, which Diancie spent the entire movie looking for. Later, it calmed down the awakened Yveltal and restored everything that Yveltal petrified. As a result, Xerneas transformed into a tree.
Other
Xerneas made its main series debut as a silhouette in Foggy Pokémon Orienteering!. However, its antlers could clearly be seen. It reappeared in a flashback in Battling into the Hall of Fame!.
A Xerneas appeared in The Legend of X, Y, and Z! during a flashback, where Jan asked for its help after Yveltal caused trouble upon his kingdom, including turning Aila to stone. Though it restored much of the damage Yveltal inflicted, it could not revive Aila, and thus left.
Minor appearances
A silhouetted Xerneas appeared in a fantasy in Healing the Healer!.
GOTCHA!
A Xerneas briefly appeared as a silhouette in GOTCHA!.
Pokémon Evolutions
A Xerneas appeared in The Visionary, under the ownership of Calem. He used it during a battle against Lysandre, quickly defeating his Mega Gyarados.
In the manga
Xerneas in Active Mode in Pokémon Adventures
Movie adaptations
- Main article: Xerneas (M17)
Xerneas appears in the manga adaptation of the first Pokémon the Series: XY movie, Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction.
Let's Play the Pokémon Card Game XY!
Manabu used a Xerneas in Let's Play the Pokémon Card Game XY!.
Pocket Monsters XY: The Legend of the Pokémon Dragon King
A Xerneas appeared in LDK1.
Pokémon Adventures
- Main article: Xerxer
Xerneas debuted in An X-cuse to Come Out and Play, alongside Yveltal. The two faced each other in a battle, which caused chaos and destruction in Vaniville Town. The two eventually stopped fighting and returned to their dormant tree and cocoon states, which were sought after by Team Flare to power the ultimate weapon. Later Xerneas awakened and took back most of the energy that had been absorbed from it. Afterwards, it was befriended and caught by Y, who nicknamed it Xerxer. When Malva arrived and revealed that she had captured Yveltal, the two nearly clashed again before Xerosic stopped them, stating that Lysandre ordered a ceasefire, as the powers of the two would cause an endless war. Xerxer agreed with this and escaped carrying Y and her friends. During the final battle against Team Flare, Xerxer and Yveltal clashed again, and eventually chose to return to their dormant states in order to prevent Lysandre from using Zygarde to his own deeds.
In the TCG
- Main article: Xerneas (TCG)
Other appearances
Xerneas trophy in Super Smash Bros. for 3DS
Xerneas appears as a Poké Ball Pokémon. In the 3DS version, it is unlocked after playing Target Blast at least once, while in the Wii U version, it is unlocked by breaking at least 200 blocks in a solo game of Trophy Rush as Pikachu. When released, it uses Geomancy to energize nearby fighters, giving their attacks stronger knockback for a time or giving them stronger defenses.
Xerneas also appears as a trophy in both versions of the game.
Trophy information
NA:The horns on Xerneas's head give this Fairy-type Pokémon the power to bestow eternal life. It emanates energy with a move called Geomancy that causes all the fighters to glow. As pretty as it is, this makes everyone more easily launchable. Know when to take advantage and when to lay low.
PAL: The horns on Xerneas's head give this Pokémon the power to bestow eternal life. When summoned in a match, energy will emanate from it and make all fighters glow. Pretty it may be, but this Geomancy move makes everyone much easier to launch. Knowing that, will you take advantage of the situation, or try to stay out of the way?
Xerneas returns as a Poké Ball summon, but it seems to only affect the summoner, who is turned golden. It also appears as a Spirit.
Trivia
- Xerneas has the same stat distribution as Yveltal.
- Xerneas is the only single-type Legendary Pokémon introduced in Generation VI (not counting Primal Kyogre).
- Xerneas, along with Yveltal, was designed by Ken Sugimori and Yusuke Ohmura. The initial designs for the two Legendary Pokémon were started by Sugimori, but he encountered "artist's block". For the first time, he handed the work over to another designer, Ohmura, who furthered the designs, after which Sugimori returned to finish them.[1]
- Xerneas is the only game mascot whose signature move is a status move.
- When a Shiny Xerneas is obtained by event, its model on the Mystery Gift screen is incomplete. It appears in its Active Mode, except the multicolored additions to its horns are either missing or the same blue color as on its neck.
- Xerneas is tied with Galarian Weezing as the tallest Fairy-type Pokémon.
- Xerneas's Neutral Mode has no special animations that play in the Hoenn Pokédex; however, it plays Active Mode's attack animations if tapped in the summary screen.
- In Pokémon Camp, Xerneas will not play with the Poké Toy when the player shakes it and will react negatively to it instead. Xerneas is the only Pokémon with this trait.
- Xerneas, along with Yveltal, are the only game mascots who are unobtainable in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
Origin
Xerneas was designed so that its silhouette resembles the letter X,[2] and by extension possibly the saltire symbol in heraldry or the X mark. Appearance-wise, Xerneas resembles a cervid, more specifically the extinct species Eucladoceros.
Xerneas may also be based on Eikþyrnir and the four stags Dáinn, Dvalinn, Duneyrr and Duraþrór of Norse mythology. Eikþyrnir resides in Valhalla eating the foliage of Læraðr with glowing horns that drip with dew. According to the Poetic Edda, the four stags resided in the trunk of the World Tree, Yggdrasil, and ate its branches and fresh shoots. Alternatively, Xerneas may be based on Cernunnos of Celtic mythology, a life-giving deity known as the "horned god" and associated with antlers.
Name origin
Xerneas begins with the letter X. It may be derived from cervus (Latin for deer), Cernunnos (a horned Celtic god), Ceryneian Hind, and アース āsu (earth).
In other languages
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Title
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Meaning
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Japanese
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ゼルネアス Xerneas
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From X, cervus, Cernunnos, Ceryneian Hind, and earth
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French
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Xerneas
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Same as English/Japanese name
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Spanish
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Xerneas
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Same as English/Japanese name
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German
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Xerneas
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Same as English/Japanese name
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Italian
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Xerneas
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Same as English/Japanese name
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Korean
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제르네아스 Xerneas
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Same as English name
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Mandarin Chinese
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哲爾尼亞斯 / 哲尔尼亚斯 Zhé'ěrníyǎsī / Zhé'ěrníyàsī
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Transcription of Japanese name
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Cantonese Chinese
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哲爾尼亞斯 Jityíhnèihasī
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Mandarin-based transcription of Japanese name
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More languages
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Hindi
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ज़र्नियस Xerneas
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Transcription of English name
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Russian
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Зирнис Zirnis
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Transcription of English name
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Thai
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เซอเนียส Soeniat
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Transcription of Japanese name
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Related articles
References
External links
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