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Starmie appears to be a stylized {{wp|starfish}}. Given its ties to outer space, it may also be a pun on a literal star. | Starmie appears to be a stylized {{wp|starfish}}. Given its ties to outer space, it may also be a pun on a literal {{wp|star}}. | ||
Starmie's gem being cut evokes the idea of some form of jewelry. Notably, the eight {{wp|facet}}s prominently witnessed upon Starmie's gemstone (adjacent to the center facet) would be called the star facets, were it a real jewel. | Starmie's gem being cut evokes the idea of some form of jewelry. Notably, the eight {{wp|facet}}s prominently witnessed upon Starmie's gemstone (adjacent to the center facet) would be called the star facets, were it a real jewel. |
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