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Pocket Monsters Encyclopedia

Pokémon entries

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Pokemon		Entry
Introduction		It is said that Pocket Monsters (colloquially shortened to Pokémon) first appeared some 2 million years ago. The first systematic study of Pokémon was undertaken in the late 18th century by a French author, Baron Tajirin. At the time, only 30 species had been discovered. Nevertheless the detailed data and sketches left by Baron Tajirin became the foundations for study thereafter. From France, research into Pokémon spread throughout western Europe to include England, Germany, Spain, and Italy. In line with the incredible progress of transportation technology, the academic movement found a home in Japan at the end of the 19th century. Professor Nishinomori is said to be the father of Pokémon studies in our country. In 1899, he published the paper “An Observation on the Evolution of Pikachu.” It described how two Pokémon– which had been thought to be 2 entirely different creatures– were actually the same. One was simply the evolved form. As a result of this breakthrough, Pokémon research entered a new phase of discovery, earning Prof. Nishinomori worldwide recognition. Because of his paper, Japan came to be known as a leader in the study of Pokémon. Incidentally, 80 Pokémon species had been discovered by then. As of 1996, thanks to the investigative and research efforts of Prof. Oak, 150 species of Pokémon have been discovered. We are gradually gaining insights into their behavior, lifecycle, evolution, nature and so on. This guidebook examines the presently discovered 150 species of Pokémon by their habitats such as grasslands, mountains, and near bodies of water. The descriptive text for each Pokémon includes only facts known to date. It must also be noted that not all species of Pokémon have been discovered. We intend to continue with our research with the intention of publishing updated guides when new Pokémon are found.
Grasslands		Our country is home to many species of Pokémon. Up to now, an amazing 150 have been discovered. The largest number was found in grasslands. Being rich in food sources, it appears that grasslands represent an environment in which they can thrive. Many of the grassland-dwelling Pokémon are people-friendly and placid in nature.
	Growlithe	“#1. Growlithe: Friendly toward people with a loyal nature. Faced with an enemy, they bark and bite to drive their foe away. Cinnabar Island is famous as a home to many Fire-type Pokémon, with Growlithe being no exception. The island was once an active volcano, but is now dormant. Its unique ecosphere is thought to have strongly influenced its native Pokémon. Recent research revealed that this Pokémon’s evolution is dependent on a stone.”
	Ponyta	“#2. Ponyta: Their light body is supported by incredibly strong legs. They can clear Tokyo Tower in one jump. While this herbivore is peaceful, care must be taken when shoeing them – they can kick.”
	Rapidash	“#3. Rapidash: Ponyta’s evolution. They can run up to 240 kmh. They can keep pace with a Shinkansen bullet train while enveloping themselves in flames. They obey people dutifully.”
	Meowth	“#4. Meowth: Being nocturnal, they sleep through the day. At night, they prowl their territory with eyes aglow. They are a happily beneficial Pokémon that can earn their trainer pocket change using their Pay Day move.”
	Persian	“#5. Persian: Fickle and ferocious. Beware if they raise their tail straight. It’s a sure sign they are preparing to leap and bite. Due to their gorgeous coat, many women keep them as trophy pets.”
	Mankey	“#6. Mankey: Light on their feet and extremely volatile. They can fly into a rage and rampage uncontrollably. While they are usually in good spirits, their disposition can change instantly at the slightest provocation. Some researchers point to a calcium deficiency.”
	Primeape	“#7. Primeape: Mankey’s evolution. They are always enraged. They will give chase and will not stop however far one runs. It’s all over if you lock eyes with one.”
	Hitmonlee	“#8. Hitmonlee: Their legs can be freely extended and contracted. Kicks can be delivered to even faraway foes. They are surprisingly docile when they are not fighting. Also known as “The Demon of Kickboxing.”
	Hitmonchan	“#9. Hitmonchan: A Pokémon inhabited by the spirit of a pro boxer. They throw punches faster than a Shinkansen bullet train. Although their habitat is unknown, based on their behavior, they have been categorized as a grassland Pokémon, the same as Hitmonlee.”
	Rhyhorn	“#10. Rhyhorn: While they lack intelligence, they have plenty of power. Their ramming can shatter even building towers. They are not suited as house pets.”
	Rhydon	“#11. Rhydon: Evolving from Rhyhorn made this Pokémon stand on their hind legs. This process prompts development of their brain and intelligence. While evolution makes them easier to raise, they remain as rough as ever. Their horn can punch holes through even boulders.”
	Bulbasaur	“#12. Bulbasaur: They are born with a seed implanted on their back that grows large over time. Researchers have argued over six years on the issue of whether this Pokémon should be classified as an animal or a plant. The issue remains undecided.”
	Ivysaur	“#13. Ivysaur: Bulbasaur’s evolution. The plant on their back has grown to a bud. It absorbs nutrients and blooms as a large flower.”
	Venusaur	“#14. Venusaur: Ivysaur’s evolution. Their flower wafts a dreamily intoxicating aroma that pacifies those spoiling for a fight. It remains unclear as to what they eat to maintain their bulk of 2 meter height and 100 kilogram weight. Because they often rest unmoving in sunlit places, there is strong support for the hypothesis that they photosynthesize.”
	Sandshrew	“#15. Sandshrew: They dig and live in burrows. When threatened, they curl up to protect themselves. Besides grasslands, they also appear in mountainous environments.”
	Charmander	“#16. Charmander: Right from birth a flame burns at the end of their tail. They cannot survive if the flame were to go out. Smokers often keep them in the place of lighters.”
	Charmeleon	“#17. Charmeleon: Charmander’s evolution. They flail with their tail to mow down foes, and then shred enemies with their sharp claws. Their powerful tail can hoist five adults (approximately 300 kilograms).”
	Charizard	“#18. Charizard: Charmeleon’s evolution. Capable of flying up to 1,400 meters in altitude using their wings. (This figure was accepted as fact when droppings thought to be theirs were found mid-level on Mt. Fuji.) They breathe fire that can even melt boulders.”
	Sandslash	“#19. Sandslash: Sandshrew’s evolution. They scurry about quickly. They are adept at attacking using the pointed spines on their back and their sharp claws.”
	Nidoran♀	“#20. Nidoran♀: Although small, they have venomous needles with devastating power. The females have a smaller horn than the males. Their breeding period comes every year in spring. At the end of summer they lay two eggs that hatch in two weeks, one male and one female. Baby Nidoran are just 10 centimeters long.”
	Nidorina	“#21. Nidorina: Being female, they are placid in nature. They emit ultrasonic cries that can allure enemies. While they are the evolved form of Nidoran♀, they lose the ability to lay eggs upon evolution.”
	Nidoqueen	“#22. Nidoqueen: Their body is cloaked in stiff, needlelike scales that stand up when they become agitated. As they grow, they learn powerful moves like Mega Punch and Fire Blast. While they are thought to be the final evolution of Nidoran♀, it is said a special stone is needed to evolve.”
	Vulpix	“#23. Vulpix: They have six gorgeous tails that increase in number as they grow. They are thought to be related to foxes.”
	Nidoran♂	“#24. Nidoran♂: They flap their large ears like butterfly wings when straining to hear faraway sounds. They extend venomous needles when angered. In their breeding season, their horn glows in seven colors for wooing females. Apparently, the larger the horn, the more appealing to females.”
	Nidorino	“#25. Nidorino: They are easily angered. They flail with their well-developed horn to skewer even diamonds. While they are the evolved form of Nidoran♂, unlike Nidorina, they do not lose their breeding ability.”
	Nidoking	“#26. Nidoking: Their rock-hard hide and long claws are distinguishing characteristics. The horn is also venomous. Like Nidoqueen, they can learn powerful moves. They appear to shy away from fighting Nidoqueen.”
	Ninetales	“#27. Ninetales: Vulpix’s evolution. They are clad in a golden fur and have nine long tails. They are long-living Pokémon that are said to live for a thousand years. There is even a saying, “Ninetales, a thousand years, Blastoise, ten thousand years.”
	Exeggcute	“#28. Exeggcute: While they appear to be eggs of some sort, recent studies identified them to be creatures similar to plant seeds. While some researchers claim that they are the same as the plant growing out of Bulbasaur’s back, that theory is yet to be proven.”
	Exeggutor	“#29. Exeggutor: Also known as the walking tropical rainforest. Each of their fruits has a face with its own unique will. They are the evolved form of Exeggcute.”
	Cubone	“#30. Cubone: They wear the skull of their dead mother. They cry loudly when they feel lonely. It is said they got their onomatopoeic Japanese name of Karakara from the dry, clattering sound of their head striking the skull.”
	Marowak	“#31. Marowak: They learn the rare move Bonemerang. They are weak when they are small, but appear to gain a violent nature when they learn to use bones.”
	Chansey	“#32. Chansey: They lay several eggs a day. The eggs are nutritionally rich and fantastically delicious. They are peaceful and do not like to fight very much.”
	Tangela	“#33. Tangela: A Plant-type Pokémon covered in blue plant vines that hide their actual form. They try to entangle anyone approaching too closely. Many researchers have attempted to cut away all the vines in hopes of seeing what they hide, but all attempts ended in failure due to Tangela’s furious resistance.”
	Kangaskhan	“#34. Kangaskhan: The females place and raise their baby in a pouch on their belly. They are skilled at pummeling with Comet Punch.”
	Lickitung	“#35. Lickitung: At 2.5 meters, their tongue is twice as long as their height. The tongue is usually stowed in their mouth curled up like that of chameleons. When hunting or attacking, they can move their tongue as if it were an arm. A ravenous appetite and a lazy nature must have shaped this Pokémon’s evolution.”
	Scyther	“#36. Scyther: They lethally shred prey with their sharp scythes. They can fly on their wings, though only occasionally. They’re very rare with few captured specimens.”
	Electabuzz	“#37. Electabuzz: They love to feast on powerful electricity. They appear somewhat frequently at major power plants. Like Scyther, they are captured only rarely. Both Scyther and Electabuzz can distinguish colors. They have a natural affinity for the color red in particular.”
	Pinsir	“#38. Pinsir: The two long horns are powerful. Once they clamp tight on their prey, they won’t loosen until the victim is torn apart. They are extremely rare Pokémon with very few reported sightings. They appear to prefer the color green.”
	Tauros	“#39. Tauros: When ramming, they whip their body harshly with their three tails. They will not attack unless they are attacked first. They can be found in places like the Safari Zone.”
	Eevee	“#40. Eevee: A special Pokémon that can evolve into three different Pokémon species. They are difficult to categorize because so few have been caught. From their behavior, they were included among the Pokémon of grasslands.”
	Vaporeon	“#41. Vaporeon: An Eevee evolution. Their body’s cellular structure is close to that of water molecules. As a result, they can melt away invisibly in water. They can learn the move Surf for swimming across bodies of water.”
	Jolteon	“#42. Jolteon: When enraged or startled, all their body hair stands upright like needles that puncture their foes. They learn Electric-type moves like Thunder, Thunderbolt, and Thunder Wave. They are also an evolved form of Eevee.”
	Flareon	“#43. Flareon: They have a flame sac inside their body. They inhale deeply, and then blow flames of 1,700°C. This and the other two evolved forms of Eevee appear to have some connection with special stones.”
Mountains		"Here, we profile Pokémon that live in mountainous environments more than 1,000 meters above sea level. Many of these mountain-dwelling Pokémon exhibit evolutionary adaptations to their bodies both entirely and partially perhaps due to their harsh habitats. They may also appear in grasslands and even towns on occasion."
	Onix	“#44. Onix: They usually live submerged in soil. They burrow at 80kmh in search of prey. Like other Ground-type Pokémon, Onix is strong against Poison-type attacks. Conversely, they are vulnerable to Water-type attacks.”
	Diglett	‘#45. Diglett: They burrow through the ground close to the surface. They leave ridged trails of soil in their wake that betray their location. They may appear in the trail of an Onix. They are probably seeking Onix’s leftovers. They evolve into Dugtrio.”
	Dugtrio	“#46. Dugtrio: They burrow underground to hide themselves, and then strike the unsuspecting target from a different spot. Some researchers categorize Dugtrio, Dodrio, Exeggcute, and Exeggutor as one genre.”
	Geodude	“#47. Geodude: A docile Pokémon that does not harm people. That said, they can lose their temper if they are accidentally stepped on in caves, for example. They can be found while hiking on mountains. Being round and easy to hold, people toss them back and forth in Geodude fights.”
	Graveler	“#48. Graveler: Geodude’s evolution. When walking on sloped mountain trails, Graveler may come tumbling along. While their face wears a smile, their eyes never smile. It is very creepy to see them come rolling with that expression.”
	Golem	“#49. Golem: They tumble on sloped trails at twice the speed of a Graveler. They are probably Graveler’s evolution. They are encased in a hard shell composed of sheet rock-like slabs. They grow larger by shedding their shell once a year. With luck, people may find a Golem’s discarded shell on a mountain in summer.”
	Machop	“#50. Machop: Being entirely musclebound, they have the power to throw a hundred adult people despite their small, childlike stature.”
	Machoke	“#51. Machoke: Machop’s evolution. Their powerful body never tires. Diligent and hardworking, they help people with work such as transporting heavy cargo.”
	Machamp	“#52. Machamp: Their four, fully developed arms can throw a thousand punches in just two seconds. While they are thought to be Machoke’s evolution, no one has yet to witness their evolutionary process. In general, Pokémon evolve through growth. However, recent studies have concluded that Machamp and Golem have not evolved from growing.”
	Magmar	“#53. Magmar: A species found near a volcano’s crater. They breathe fire. Their body temperature is extremely high at 1,200 °C. This Pokémon is very hard to spot in the wild with only a few captured.”
	Snorlax	“#54. Snorlax: They are unsatisfied unless they eat 400 kilograms of food a day. As soon as they finish eating, they fall asleep. At 460 kilograms, they are the heaviest out of all the Pokémon discovered. While they usually live in mountains, they occasionally descend and appear in towns. They are gluttonous and will consume even moldy food without ever getting sick. It is said their ability to consume mold earned them the Japanese name of Kabigon.”
	Zubat	“#55. Zubat: They live in murky caves on mountains and similar environments. Because they live in perpetual darkness, their eyes retrogressed and disappeared. They emit ultrasonic cries for flitting around in darkness. Apparently, it is very rare for them to fly outside their caves.”
	Golbat	“#56. Golbat: Zubat’s evolution. They bite with their sharp fangs and suck 300 milliliters in one chomp.”
Shallow water		"Pokémon that live in, or near bodies of water, can be roughly split into two types. One type consists of Plant-type Pokémon that are vulnerable to Fire-type attacks. The other type are animals that live in shallow waters. The latter group have Water-type moves that make them strong against fire.”
	Squirtle	“#57. Squirtle: When it retracts its long neck into its shell, it squirts out water with vigorous force. Water-type moves of this sort are effective against Fire, Ground, and Rock-type Pokémon. It is unfortunate, but this Pokémon’s habitat is unknown.”
	Wartortle	“#58. Wartortle: Squirtle’s evolution. Their profile is cute when they are fighting. They are highly popular as pets. Their fur-covered tail is a symbol of longevity.”
	Blastoise	“#59. Blastoise: Wartortle’s evolution. They make their foe faint by squashing the victim with their heavy body. Their bulk makes quick movements impossible, but they have overwhelming power to compensate. When endangered, they can draw themselves into their shell. They are well protected thanks to their armor-like shell. They are capable and reliable Pokémon that learn such effective moves as Ice Beam and Surf.”
	Staryu	“#60. Staryu: They are commonly found on beaches. At night, their central core flashes brightly. They are gynandrous; they possess both male and female reproductive organs. If a part of their body is cut off, they regenerate the missing body parts. Their evolution appears to be linked to a special stone.”
	Starmie	“#61. Starmie: Little headway has been made in the research of Starmie. Because they are encountered in the sea, they have been classified as a Water’s-edge Pokémon. However, locally, it is suspected that they are alien creatures from their geometrical body.”
	Psyduck	“#62. Psyduck: They are always suffering from a headache. If their headache intensifies, they start using mysterious powers. They can learn a variety of moves including Strength, Surf, and Dig.”
	Golduck	“#63. Golduck: Psyduck’s evolution. Their hands are webbed, making them skilled swimmers. Their elegant form can be seen on lakes and similar settings. They can learn Hyper Beam, a move that has not been observed among Psyduck”
	Oddish	“#64. Oddish: Also known as Walkimendes. At night, they walk up to 300 meters on their two roots. Being plants, it was a mystery as to why they walked. It was finally determined by a recent study that it was for the survival of the species. They scatter their pollen as they walk.”
	Gloom	“#65. Gloom: Oddish’s evolution. Their pistil emits a horrifically foul stench that makes foes faint up to 2 kilometers away. A special stone appears to be involved in Gloom’s evolution.”
	Vileplume	“#66. Vileplume: From their world’s-largest petals, they scatter wicked plumes of pollen that induce allergic reactions. Other Pokémon can’t get near where Vileplume lives.”
	Krabby	“#67. Krabby: Found near the sea. When they fight, they raise their large pincers to intimidate their foe. However, they usually prefer to avoid fighting. If a pincer is torn off, it grows back.”
	Bellsprout	“#68. Bellsprout: Their bud has the appearance of a human face. Because of it, they are said to be a type of the legendary mandrake root. They feed mainly on small insects.”
	Weepinbell	“#69. Weepinbell: Bellsprout’s evolution. The leaves are cutters for shredding foes. They spit a liquid that dissolves anything. Unlike Bellsprout, they capture and eat fairly large bugs and birds. Their feeding is an exceedingly bizarre spectacle.”
	Victreebel	“#70. Victreebel: Thought to be Weepinbell’s evolution because of their many shared attributes. Prey are drawn with a honey-like aroma into Victreebel’s mouth where they are melted by a dissolving fluid. This Pokémon is omnivorous and will eat anything that fits in their mouth.”
	Kingler	“#71. Kingler: Krabby’s evolution. The hard pincers have 10,000- horsepower strength. However, they are also too large, making this Pokémon ponderous in motion. They may also be seen deep inside caves.”
	Slowpoke	“#72. Slowpoke: They are always vacant and “out to lunch.” It is impossible to determine what they are thinking. They live by the water’s edge where they deftly catch prey with their tail. Although they have enough smarts to fish that way, they exhibit no other behavior that would indicate any greater intelligence. They frequently swim undersea in search of prey, but are often mistakenly caught themselves. While some people become happily relaxed seeing a Slowpoke, others become irritated. Perhaps those people who become soothed lead hectic lives.”
	Slowbro	“#73. Slowbro: When Slowpoke went foraging in the sea, they were bitten on their tail by Shellder. This resulted in their evolution into Slowbro. It is unknown as to why they did not try to remove the Shellder. It is suspected that doing so would have required too much effort. While they can learn devastating physical attacks like Mega Punch and Mega Kick, they are naturally averse to fighting. Like Slowpoke, they appear to prefer zoning out.”
Forest		"To small creatures, a forest is a paradise overflowing with the bounties of nature like honey-laden flowers, fruits, and nuts. Many Bug- type and small animal-type Pokémon can be seen in forests where they avail themselves to the abundant food sources. However, the kinds of food available also make large Pokémon rare in forests."
	Caterpie	“#74. Caterpie: When they shed their green skin to grow, they wrap themselves in silk and transform into a cocoon. Out of all the Pokémon discovered to date, they are the fastest to evolve. The Tiny Bird Pokémon Pidgey is their archenemy. If Caterpie even sense the presence of Pidgey, they quickly burrow underground. Those too slow to hide fall prey to Pidgey. While a forest may appear peaceful, there are harsh rules that dictate the survival of the fittest.”
	Metapod	“#75. Metapod: Caterpie’s evolution. While they are encased in a hard shell, the inside is tender, making them vulnerable to harsh attacks. Worse, being mid-metamorphosis, they are challenged to move quickly.”
	Butterfree	“#76. Butterfree: A week to ten days after evolving, Metapod undergo another evolutionary step and metamorphose into Butterfree. Their wings are covered in water-repellent, powder-like scales that enable them to fly even on rainy days.”
	Weedle	“#77. Weedle: Common in not only forests but also grasslands. There is a small, sharp poison stinger of around 5 centimeters length on the top of their head. When faced with a foe, they wiggle the stinger for intimidation. They favor food like gingko leaves.”
	Kakuna	“#78. Kakuna: A temporary evolutionary form taken while readying the mature form. In their previous guise as Weedle, they are said to eat many leaves in preparation for assuming this pupal form. They are almost incapable of moving.”
	Beedrill	“#79.Beedrill: Kakuna’s evolution. They may appear in swarms. They buzz around at dizzying speed and jab repeatedly with the venomous stinger on their tail. When they grow and learn Twineedle, they become untouchable.”
	Rattata	“#80. Rattata: Their fangs are long, sharp, and continually grow throughout their life. They gnaw on hard objects to keep the ever-growing fangs workably short. They feast on nuts like walnuts and acorns. They also like processed food like cheese and milk.”
	Paras	“#81. Paras: Growing from the bug’s back are mushrooms called tochukaso. The mushrooms grow in step with the Pokémon. They live under fallen trees in forests. When they grow to a certain size, they move to grasslands and marshes.”
	Parasect	“#82. Parasect: They scatter toxic spores from the mushroom’s cap. In China, the spores are apparently used as ingredients of herbal medicine. Being Paras’ evolution, Parasect was included among the Pokémon of forests. However, they are almost impossible to find in forests.”
	Venomoth	“#83. Venomoth: The wings are covered in powdery, toxic scales. With every flap of their wings, they scatter the scales in clouds. They are said to live in the Safari Zone. However, they are difficult to find due to their small population. Their larval and pupal stages are shrouded in mystery.”
	Raticate	“#84. Raticate: Rattata’s evolution. Their rear feet have three toes with small webs in between for swimming across rivers. In addition to nuts (naturally), they also feed on fish.”
	Pikachu	“#85. Pikachu: They live in forests where they feed mainly on nuts. They are few in number and challenging to find. There are small electricity-storing pouches on each side of their cheeks that are discharged when endangered. Smart and charming with an affectionate nature, they are the most popular Pokémon among researchers. Pikachu evolve into Raichu, but many trainers prevent evolution because they don’t want their Pokémon to change appearance.”
	Raichu	“#86. Raichu: Their electric strikes can reach 100,000 volts. Unwittingly touching them can cause even Indian elephants to faint. This Pokémon can learn all Electric-type moves. There have been no reports of Raichu sightings in forests.”
	Venonat	“#87. Venonat: Their eyes serve as radars that let them stay active in darkness. The eyes also emit beams of light. They have been confirmed to be a Bug type. They appear to have the potential for evolution, but it remains a mystery.”
	Ekans	“#88. Ekans: They flick their tongue about to sense danger in their surroundings. This carnivore swallows all food whole with almost no chewing. They love the eggs of Pidgey and Spearow. Rattata are also preyed upon occasionally. If they swallow a Rattata, they can go without food again for a month. They grow by shedding repeatedly. In the winter, they hibernate in the warm soil of forests. In the summer, they are also common sights in grasslands.”
	Arbok	“#89. Arbok: Ekans’ evolution. Consequently, this Pokémon is also a venomous serpent. The markings on their belly have the appearance of a frightening face. Timid foes flee at the sight of such a “face.” They are skilled at using Glare that induces paralysis in their foe. If you encounter an Arbok on a path, you should avert your gaze. They are mortal enemies of Raticate. The two Pokémon fight viciously like a viper and a mongoose.”
Seas		"The sea-dwelling Pokémon retain attributes from ancient times. They do so because the underwater environments have not undergone major changes. The seas are also more amenable to life than on land, so there was little need for marine Pokémon to evolve. With some exceptions, there are no highly intelligent Pokémon in the seas."
	Gyarados	“#90. Gyarados: Extremely vicious and violent. They completely incinerate all matter with Hyper Beam fired from their mouth. They apparently live on the seafloor and in deep water. As a result, they are rarely seen. The most recent specimen was a corpse washed up on shore 35 years ago. They are omnivorous with fangs capable of crushing boulders. Their steel-hard scales can be fashioned into jewelry like rings. Such accessories command astonishing prices.”
	Goldeen	“#91. Goldeen: The dorsal and ventral fins are built up like muscles. They help propel this Pokémon through water at a speed of 5 knots. Having little intelligence, they are known to unwittingly swim into a Gyarados’ mouth where they become an easy meal.”
	Seaking	“#92. Seaking: Goldeen’s evolution. Using their drill-like horn, they hollow out boulders to make their nest. They swim up rivers to spawn every year.”
	Tentacool	“#93. Tentacool: From their crystal-clear eyes, they emit mysterious rays of light. They feed on plankton. Ninety-nine percent of their body is composed of water.”
	Tentacruel	“#94. Tentacruel: The eighty tentacles move about freely to ensnare prey like small fish. The tentacles also have venomous needles that induce poisoning and full-body paralysis. For those qualities, they are called “gangsters of the sea.”
	Seel	“#95. Seel: The light blue-haired hide is thick and tough. They remain active even in intense cold of -40 °C. They live in sea caves and the like. During the day, they often drift in the sea, probably searching for food.”
	Dewgong	“#96. Dewgong: Seel’s evolution. They are cloaked entirely in pure-white hair. Their blubber reaches an incredible thickness of 30 centimeters. They are highly resistant to cold. In fact, they become more active when the temperature is falling.”
	Lapras	“#97. Lapras: Intelligent enough to understand human speech. Being placid in nature, they prefer to ferry people across water on their back rather than fight. Needless to say, they are skilled at using the move Surf. They can also learn a diverse mix of moves like Mist, Confuse Ray, and Hydro Pump. Little headway has been made in their study due to their small population. Some claim the turtle ridden by the folklore hero Taro Urashima was actually a Lapras.”
	Shellder	“#98. Shellder: Encased within a shell that is harder than diamond. The body inside, however, is surprisingly tender. They are good with the move Clamp which squeezes the victim between the shell halves.”
	Cloyster	“#99. Cloyster: Said to be Shellder’s evolution. The shell is extremely durable. Even a direct hit from a napalm bomb can’t destroy it. The shell opens only when attacking. Their Spike Cannon– which repeatedly stabs the foe with spikes– is devastating.”
	Poliwag	“#100. Poliwag: The slick black skin is thin and damp. A portion of their internal organs can be seen as a spiral. They can be categorized as relatives of tadpoles.”
	Poliwhirl	“#101. Poliwhirl: Poliwag’s evolution. While tadpoles grow into frogs, Poliwag remained in tadpole form and grew muscular to end up as Poliwhirl. While their legs are well developed for life on land, they appear to prefer life in water.”
	Poliwrath	“#102. Poliwrath: They are strong swimmers capable of multiple styles including the crawl and butterfly. Even Olympic swimmers are no match for their speed. However, it appears their muscles developed specifically for swimming as they are not fast at running. While they are thought to be Poliwhirl’s evolution, they remain in tadpole form. It remains to be seen if they will evolve further into frog form. Further research is awaited.”
	Horsea	“#103. Horsea: They keep balance using their spirally coiled tail. When they sense danger, they may spit black ink. Every spring, the females each lay several thousand eggs on seaweed, but most end up as Goldeen bait. Rare among Pokémon, the males raise the young.”
	Seadra	“#104. Seadra: Horsea’s evolution. Their nature turns vicious from evolving. Carelessly trying to touch them can result in punctures from the spikes growing all over their body. The intense pain can cause fainting.”
	Magikarp	“#105. Magikarp: Virtually hopeless in terms of power and speed. If anything were to happen, they immediately use Splash and flop about. They are the world’s weakest and most pathetic Pokémon. However, the most recent studies made an incredible discovery – dragon cells were found in Magikarp’s body. Anticipation runs high for deeper studies.”
Skies		"Because flying Pokémon must spot their food from up high, their eyesight is acutely developed. Many are good, doting parents. They fly to forests, grasslands, and the seas to capture bugs and fish that they deliver to their beloved chicks awaiting their return in nests on trees."
	Pidgey	“#106. Pidgey: They do not like to fight. If surrounded, they scatter sand to blind their foes and make their getaway. They hide among trees and tall grass when feeding on small bugs and the like. While they feast on Caterpie and Weedle, they oddly ignore Venonat.”
	Pidgeotto	“#107. Pidgeotto: Pidgey’s evolution. They dive from an altitude of 800 meters to capture prey. The claws on their feet are powerfully developed. They have no trouble carrying an Exeggcute– their prey– weighing 25 kilograms to their nest 100 kilometers away.”
	Pidgeot	“#108. Pidgeot: They fly around at Mach-2 speed at 1,200 meters altitude. If they encounter a foe while on the ground, they spread their gorgeous wings for intimidation. Their search for food leads them to even the seas where they make easy prey of meaninglessly splashing Magikarp. It goes without saying that they are the evolution of Pidgeotto."
	Spearow	“#109. Spearow: Compared with Pidgey, they are much more aggressive. They mainly search for prey among tall grass where they can be seen busily flitting about. While they have little power, they learn the rare Mirror Move.”
	Fearow	“# 110. Fearow: Spearow’s evolution. They can soar high all day long on their broad wings. Their powerful beaks let them swallow prey like a Rattata whole.”
	Magnemite	“#111. Magnemite: They move around while levitating. The units on their sides radiate energy like electromagnetic waves. Although they are fundamentally different from the other Pokémon of the skies profiled here, they have been included here for the time being because there is nowhere else to group them. Further research is awaited.”
	Magneton	“#112. Magneton: Magnemite’s evolution. What keeps this Pokémon levitating is unknown for now. Formed by multiple Magnemite linked together, they discharge intense magnetic rays and high-voltage power.”
	Doduo	“#113. Doduo: A two-headed Pokémon discovered three years ago. They are probably a mutation. They appear to dislike flying. They seem to be much better at running based on their 100 kmh speed. In the near future, it is feared their wings will devolve and rob them of their ability to fly.”
	Dodrio	“#114. Dodrio: Doduo’s evolution. A rare species that is hardly ever found. Their three heads express the emotions joy, sadness, and anger. Some historians have sworn that in ancient times there was a religion that thrived deep in Central and South America which revered Dodrio as their symbol.”
	Farfetch’d	“#115. Farfetch’d: They always carry a plant stalk for crafting their nest when walking. A recent study also revealed the stalk to be food for emergencies. Several years ago, the mass media reported on the deliciousness of cooking Farfetch’d with their stalk. This news spread nationwide, resulting in a massive decline in their population.”
Urban		"It is sad to say, but the Pokémon that live in urban settings are strongly affected by effluents from factories, sewage, and other pollutants. In general, there are many filthy Pokémon but they are guilty of nothing. Instead, we should be thankful to them– they serve as mirrors that reflect how our way of life affects the world around us.”
	Grimer	“#116. Grimer: X-rays from the moon transformed toxic sludge into Grimer. They love to eat filthy things. When first discovered, their appearances were limited to empty lots behind factories and so on. However, they have become progressively bolder in the places they appear.”
	Muk	“#117. Muk: They usually keep themselves hidden by mingling with soil. Contact results in a severe poisoning. Analysis of their cells revealed the presence of substances that are inconceivable in living things. They are thought to be Grimer’s evolution.”
	Porygon	“#118. Porygon: In 1995, Silph Co., which undertakes R&D into Pokémon and related products, successfully applied state-of-the-art technology to create this manmade Pokémon. While they are exceedingly rare, they somehow came to be offered as prizes by the Game Corner. Investigations by the authorities are ongoing in the matter. Their findings are eagerly awaited.”
	Koffing	“#119. Koffing: The thin-skinned, balloon-like body is filled with a powerfully toxic gas. Getting too close to this foul-smelling Pokémon makes eyes flood with tears. First discovered in a munitions factory, their habitat has been growing in recent years.”
	Weezing	“#120. Weezing: While very rare, mutations can result in Koffing twins that are joined together. The lab is developing a medicine for bleaching the toxicity out of Weezing.”
	Voltorb	“#121. Voltorb: A completely enigmatic creature. They generate an unpleasant buzzing noise. While many live in power plants, etc., they appear to have spread to towns in recent years by traveling on power lines. They possess Electric-type moves. They are reckless and prone to exploding without warning.”
	Electrode	“#122. Electrode: Voltorb’s evolution. Because they explode at the slightest provocation, they are feared with the nickname “Bomb Ball.””
	Gastly	“#123. Gastly: A life form composed of a diffuse, gaseous matter. Even an Indian elephant would fall in two seconds if enveloped in their gas. Many mysteries surround this Pokémon. Some theories claim they are photochemical smog come to life while others claim they are extra-dimensional beings. The answer remains unknown. For the time being, our study group adopted the former theory and included them among the Pokémon of towns.”
	Haunter	“#124. Haunter: Gastly’s evolution. They learn moves like Dream Eater and Psychic. It is said that if you feel as though you are being watched in a dark place with no one else around, there is a Haunter lurking.”
	Gengar	”#125. Gengar: Thought to be Haunter’s evolution from the moves they learn and their physical attributes, but the hypothesis is yet to be proven. They are said to emerge from darkness to kill people who become lost on mountains. There are shrines honoring Gengar on several mountains.”
Enigmatic		"Precognition, telekinesis, X-ray vision, and on and on, there are paranormal phenomena that sadly defy explanation using the scientific knowledge we have now. And, in the world of Pokémon that we study and analyze, there are paranormal Pokémon that possess otherworldly powers. They remain yet-unsolved enigmas. Here we share what we have learned so far."
	Abra	“#126. Abra: They sleep for 16 hours a day. However, even asleep they use a variety of extrasensory powers. They are rarely encountered due to their small population. Moreover, they will Teleport instantly if threatened. As a result, they often escape before they could be captured in a rare encounter. They evolve into Kadabra.”
	Kadabra	“#127. Kadabra: ‘As a psychic boy awoke one morning, he found himself transformed in his bed into a Kadabra.’ The crowning of the Kadabra-themed short story ‘The Transformation’ as the 2nd Pokémon Literary Award winner is still fresh in our memory. If Pikachu is the Pokémon idol, Kadabra can be considered a favorite among those in the know.”
	Alakazam	“#128. Alakazam: Disdainful of physical attacks, they adeptly wield extrasensory powers to defeat their foes. While they are believed to be Kadabra’s evolution, no one has proven it conclusively. In battle, Alakazam remain expressionless throughout.”
	Clefairy	“#129. Clefairy: Popular as pets for their adorable appearance. They are surprisingly well liked by not only people but even by their fellow Pokémon. However, they are also few. They have only been captured in the caves of Mt. Moon. Clefairy is best at using the move Metronome which triggers a random move from many choices. Occasionally, they startle themselves by losing a powerful move that doesn’t suit their cute appearance.”
	Clefable	“#130. Clefable: Neither Clefairy nor Clefable like squabbling. Perhaps that explains why their hearing is so superbly developed. They can even discern the sound of a pin dropping 1 kilometer away. They immediately flee if they hear danger approaching.”
	Ditto	“#131. Ditto: They transform into other life forms by rearranging their body’s cellular structure. They learn almost no moves of their own. Ditto can be considered one of the most enigmatic Pokémon ever.”
	Mr. Mime	“#132. Mr. Mime: They use advanced moves like Confusion, Light Screen, Meditate, and Substitute. Being skilled mimes, they are masters at convincingly tricking people. It is said the walls they mime turn real. Their fingertips end in suction pads with which they apparently climb the walls they create. Little headway has been made in their study owing to the scarcity of specimens.”
	Jigglypuff	“#133. Jigglypuff: With their round and huge eyes they draw the attention of their foes. They then sing a comfortably soothing tune that lulls their foes to sleep. Belying their adorable appearance, they can learn a diverse array of moves. If they become displeased, they inflate themselves like a balloon.”
	Wigglytuff	“#134. Wigglytuff: The finely dense and supple fur is dreamily gorgeous. It is also a luxury item. While they share many moves with Jigglypuff, they additionally learn Hyper Beam.”
	Drowzee	“#135. Drowzee: The descendant of the legendary creature, Baku, which is said to have eaten dreams. Drowzee is famous as the first Pokémon to use a move combo – Hypnosis followed by Dream Eater. They are gluttonous herbivores. From their four stomachs, they repeatedly bring up eaten food and rechew it to feed. They are not popular among women due to their appearance. They also have a habit of muttering under their breath to themselves.”
	Hypno	“#136. Hypno: Drowzee’s evolution. They carry around a pendulum-like object. They are skilled at using Psychic. In towns where Hypno appear, child disappearances mysteriously surge.”
	Jynx	“#137. Jynx: An extremely rare Pokémon. They become volcanically enraged if any attempt is made to remove the clothlike shroud around their waist. That reaction informs us they have a sense of shame. While they speak in a humanlike manner, their language is indecipherable. Linguistic research is ongoing.”
Extinct		"Pokémon are said to have appeared around two million years ago. Since then, they adapted to the world’s changing environments and evolved in many ways. What did these ancient Pokémon look like? Using recently discovered fossils, their likenesses have been reconstructed."
	Aerodactyl	“#138. Aerodactyl: The progenitor of birds. They stood 1.8 meters tall. They flew on broad wings while emitting high-pitched cries. From the skull’s structure, it is evident their brain was relatively large. Some biologists claim they communicated by crying. Judging by their stiff fangs they were undoubtedly carnivorous. They must have caught small creatures with their large claws and preyed on them. A very recent discovery of their fossilized droppings attests to this theory.”
	Omanyte	“#139. Omanyte: A creature somewhere between sea snails and squids that lived in ancient seas. They swam by waving their ten feet. They fed on plankton and small fish.”
	Omastar	“#140. Omastar: Thought to be Omanyte’s evolution. They grew to around 1 meter height. They preyed on fish up to around 50 centimeters. They hunted by grabbing and clinging to prey with their dexterously developed tentacles and biting at the same time.”
	Kabuto	“#141. Kabuto: Said to be the ancestor of both hermit crabs and of turtles. They kept themselves sheltered in their tough shell. They appear to have disliked fighting. They are thought to have been good swimmers, although not especially fast. Just recently, a Kabuto fossil was found in a mountain cave 1,000 meters above sea level. Its discovery revealed that the area had once been submerged under the sea.”
	Kabutops	“#142. Kabutops: Thought to be Kabuto’s evolution. They swam expertly underwater where they hunted. They captured prey with their sharp scythe arms and drained the prey of their body fluids. Evolution apparently flipped their nature from timid to aggressive. The relationship between Kabuto and Kabutops can be likened to that of mogwai and gremlins. The one and only Kabutops’ fossil was discovered six years ago in a soil horizon approximately two million years old. They are therefore considered the oldest of all Pokémon.”
Legendary		"Many Pokémon appear in the worlds of myths and legends. The most famous must be 'The Phoenix.' Previously, there had been few believing in the existence of such Legendary Pokémon. Since the discovery of Dratini, however, the non-believers are dwindling. Now, an endless stream of researchers embarks on expeditions convinced that the legends live."
	Articuno	“#143. Articuno: They fly among wintry mountains with their long, flowing tails streaming in their wake. Folklore has it that those seeing an Articuno in flight become so enraptured by its beauty they die rooted to the spot.”
	Zapdos	“#144. Zapdos: Said to fly with what sounds like the buzzing and snapping of sparking electricity. As the divine bird presiding over the heavens, Zapdos spend thousands of years above the clouds. Perhaps lightning is their way of showing anger.”
	Moltres	“#145. Moltres: “The Phoenix” – the famous legend of a bird whose fresh blood confers immortality when drunk – is said to be modeled after Moltres. If this Pokémon were to exist, their fiery wings will surely bedazzle all those that witness them.”
	Arcanine	“#146. Arcanine: A legendary Pokémon that appears in Chinese folklore. Sanctified paper chits imprinted with an Arcanine illustration are considered beneficial for keeping evil at bay.”
	Dratini	“#147. Dratini: Legendary Pokémon live! A Safari Zone visitor just happened to catch a Dratini in the park’s pond. The lucky angler became an overnight sensation with news of the discovery exploding globally. This fortuitous accident convinced many that all legendary Pokémon exist without any doubt. It ignited a massive wave of Pokémon expeditions. Even when young, Dratini reach a length of nearly 2 meters. They grow by repeatedly shedding.”
	Dragonair	“#148. Dragonair: They live in the seas and lakes. They can freely summon rain and snow. Though they have no wings, they are said to fly high in the sky.”
	Dragonite	“#149. Dragonite: In spite of their bulky physique, they can orbit the earth in around sixteen hours. They are said to represent the god of destruction.”
	Mewtwo	“#150. Mewtwo: There is an urban legend of a mad scientist whose tenacious recombination of Pokémon DNA resulted in a horrifically brutal creature. Could such a frightening Pokémon really exist?”

Oak and Bill's lectures

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Professor Oak
ポケモン・ジャーナル 春の号 本稿は某月某日、タマムシ大学携帯獣研究グループの主催による講演会場において、オーキド博士らが 「ポケットモンスターとヒトの共存」というテーマで語ったテープを改題し、いくつかの最新情報を追加して 再録したものである。 十 携帯獣概論/Dr.オーキド "ポケモン学” の始まりと私が彼らと出会った経緯 今日引きれいだいている皆 生命の進化	Pokemon Journal Spring issue This article is a retitle of the tape that Dr. Okido and others talked about on the theme of "Coexistence of Pokemon and Humans" at a lecture venue hosted by the Tamamushi University Mobile Animal Research Group on a certain day, and added some latest information. This is a re-recorded version. 10 Mobile Beast Introduction / Dr. Orchid The beginning of "Pokémonology" and how I met them Everyone I picked up today Evolution of Life
I expect all of you gathered here must have a strong interest in the creatures known as Pokemon, and some of you might even have some of your very own. I’ve bred many specimens in my laboratory for research… ...and I’ve also got a Pikachu living with me who plays a big part in my day-to-day life! When I’m really focused on my research, sometimes I forget to pay my electric bill and the power gets cut off — at which point Pikachu’s electric discharge abilities are truly invaluable! HEHEHE...ahem… “Well, leaving that aside for the time being, allow me to start off by telling you how I became involved with Pokemon.” “Before joining this field of study, I was researching simple biology. ‘How have living things evolved? Where did humans come from?’ Biology has unraveled the answers to these questions via the theory of evolution. … … … You there, what was that? … … Ah, ‘If the theory of evolution holds true, then everything must be determined by Darwin’s Law of Natural Selection?’ … … ... Well, you certainly know a lot for someone so young. I used to believe that too actually.” “However, when you study the process of evolution, it becomes clear how different strains of life have evolved divergently — which makes the mysteries of new life emerging even more mysterious…. In my opinion, nothing exemplifies this more than Pokemon.” “Unraveling the mysteries of Pokemon would unravel the mystery of the evolution of life itself, and by extension, might even result in us discovering the origins of humanity. This is the primary reason why I’ve devoted myself to Pokemonology.” “Now the field of Pokemonology is older than you might expect, a continuation of the studies of countless past researchers who held the same grand academic pursuits as we do in the present. However, I’m proud to say our institute is the first in the world to classify all 150 Pokemon identified thus far by species, ecology, preferences, and evolution!! … ahem.” “There are lots of people in this word who think of Pokemon as simple pets, or fearsome beasts, but these perspectives hold great misunderstandings. First of all, Pokemon aren’t a single genus called ‘Pokemon.’ And I want everyone to remember that! So then, what are they? They’re all Pokemon... but not. … … Ah, young lady, you just laughed at that. So allow me to explain. Pokemon are all connected, but they’re not all the same. What I mean is, Pokemon aren’t all one species in a single genus. Pokemon is a general term for a wide variety of inexplicable creatures that have evolved divergently.” “However, while Pokemon are split into a few different genera, they do share some common characteristics. A prime example is their ability to be stored in capsules…. While SOME Pokemon demonstrate extreme violence when active... when they become physically weakened... hypnotized... etc, Lets instead put the emphasis on ‘some’ and sort of gloss over ‘extreme violence’ as if its just another part of the sentence, more contemplative. Then lets also linger on the end of weakened and hypnotized. “Physically weakened… hypnotized… etcetera.” As if trying to think of the next word while still saying the previous… eventually just saying ‘etcetera’ after not being able to think of another example. their brutal nature recedes, and they can be forced into a small capsule — and I’ve brought one here to show you — known as a Poke Ball.” “It was in 1925 that the father of Pokemonology in our country, Professor Nishinomori, experimented with extracting the angry energy from a Primeape. However, at this point in time the then-retired professor’s years had caught up with him, and he made a mistake in dosage when administering drugs, which weakened his precious Primeape. Doing so must have triggered the Primeape’s survival instincts, as it fit itself snugly inside the Professor’s glasses case, curled up like a fetus. Various methods of capturing Pokemon were best experimented with around this same time, ...so this Primeape incident encouraged further research on capture capsules.” “And after many revisions, these capsules became the easy-to-use and high capture-rate ‘Poke Balls’ you can find in modern-day shops.” “Pokemon live side-by-side with humans in the modern era. It sure is nice having Pokemon as pets instead of cats or dogs. It’s also nice having a Pikachu to power my house. (haha) Pokemon have other practical applications as well, like how Ivysaur’s Cut ability is often used in forest development! It’s these unique abilities that make Pokemon different from ordinary animals. A wide variety of these sorts of abilities exist, some of which are learned naturally, while others are learned from technical machines developed by researchers.” “...But how exactly did Pokemon come to possess these unique abilities? ...unfortunately, this is something our research has yet to uncover… ...But I do dare say... that at some point in their 2 million years of existence... in order to coexist along-side humans... they gained the power to store these abilities in their cells and DNA….” “...Thank you.”
Bill
BILL: “So, can I talk now? Okay, my name is Bill. Umm, I don’t really like being called a Pokemon maniac, so please refer to me as a Pokemon analyst.” “Professor Oak just touched on a lot of difficult topics… but it’s all nonsense if you ask me. Academics are quick to classify and research, but they’re not practical — or should I say, they lack experience in the field. You’ll never truly understand Pokemon unless you’re constantly walking around with them and challenging trainers whenever they cross your path.” “There are two main ways to have fun with Pokemon. One is to collect them. There are 150 species currently identified, and the goal of any first-rate trainer is to collect them all. But catching them all by yourself sounds hard, right? Maybe you think if you’re adventuring alone, you’ll hit your limit at around 130? That’s why it’s very important to trade with someone. Maybe someone like Professor Oak doesn’t have any friends, but if you’re serious about collecting Pokemon, find at least 3 other Pokemon friends. That means you can’t just lock yourself up in a laboratory, you have to travel the world.” “When you find Pokemon, your Pokedex records their data. If you just see Pokemon in battle but don’t catch them, only their name and appearance will be recorded. But you can’t really call that collecting. When you actually possess a Pokemon, a capsule mark will appear next to their name. You want marks for all of them. In short, you want to fully record every Pokemon in your Pokedex.” “Especially starting out, you can only choose one from Bulbasaur, Squirtle, or Charmander, and the only way to get the other ones is by trading with friends. Furthermore, the Pokemon that appear differ between Red Version and Green Version, so there’s lots more reasons to trade.” “There’s also the Legendary Bird Pokemon! They’re incredibly hard to catch, but if you use the Master Ball with 100% catch rate, you’ll get them for sure. However, you can only get one of those. That’s why my friends and I decided among ourselves which of the Legendary Pokemon we’d try to catch, then traded to get our hands on the others.” “The other way to have fun with Pokemon is battling. If you don’t battle, you’re not using Pokemon’s full potential. So what’s the secret to defeating other trainers? Well, I’ll tell you.” “People who lack experience tend to just attack immediately. Indeed, if your opponent’s weak, that might be enough to win — but usually a first-rate trainer like me doesn’t start off with an attack. In the first turn of battle, I’ll use an ability like Sand Attack to reduce my opponent’s chance of a successful hit, or Swords Dance to boost my attack power, followed by a move like Fly to finish the battle with a single blow.” “And don’t forget to take Pokemon types into account. After all, you won’t get very far using Ember if your opponent’s also using a Fire-type. That’s right, when talking about types, a move like Blizzard is convenient for freezing your opponent, but you shouldn’t follow it up with an attack like Ember. That would melt the ice. These are the kinds of tips you wouldn’t know without real experience battling. It’s not something you’ll learn in a laboratory. Someone like Professor Oak named the Fire-type move Ninetales learns ‘Fire Blast Burning’ or something like that, but me and my Pokemon friends in Kyoto just say ‘Fire Blast.’ I guess you could say I changed the name. Calling it ‘Pyre’ might’ve been good too.” ... Wait, uhhh what was I talking about? Oh yeah, Pokemon types. You have to pay attention to the types of both your Pokemon, and your opponent’s Pokemon when deciding what moves to use. Let’s use Fire, Water, and Grass as a basic example. These 3 types have a rock, paper, scissors like relationship that you shouldn’t forget.” “So everything I’ve said about battles so far is important of course, but if the Pokemon you take into battle are weak, you’re not gonna win. Pokemon grow slowly through constant battling, but they can’t reach their full potential just through battling. If you want to make a Pokemon stronger, an effective method is doping — and by that I mean giving them special Pokemon vitamins. You can buy them at the Celadon Department Store, but they’re pretty expensive, so it’s impossible to give them to every single Pokemon. So you should only dope a single talented Pokemon. That’s how you raise the strongest Pokemon possible.” Oh, and one last thing. Did you all know you can gain more experience raising a Pokemon you obtained through trading, compared to one you caught and raised all by yourself? When raising a Pokemon is slow and frustrating, trading it to someone to help raise, then trading it back once it’s gotten strong enough is something master trainers do all the time. But you should only do this with someone you trust. I know people who had their beloved Pokemon stolen when the person they traded with suddenly ran off.” “Huh, are we almost out of time? Then let me briefly talk about popular Pokemon. Which ones do you all like? Yes, you over there. Heh heh, so you like Pikachu? Hmm, it is cute isn’t it? It’s the most popular with men and women alike. Not just that its name and appearance are cute, but its ability Flash is very useful in caves. I carried one with me for a while, but not so much anymore.” “Ah, you in the back raising your hand, what do you like? Clefable? That’s a good one, another super popular Pokemon. Maybe because it can learn a wide variety of moves like Blizzard, Body Slam, Thunderbolt, and Bubble Beam.” “Oh you, yeah you jumping out of your seat, no need to stand up. So, what do you like? Wow, Beedrill huh? ‘Can’t get enough of that Twineedle attack.’ I hear that a lot from bug-lovers. It’s also recommended by game companies apparently.” “Alright, you in the third row, in the yellow jacket. Yeah, you with the glasses, you look like you have something to say… What was that? Ah, Magikarp. No need to be embarrassed, sure it’s weak and doesn’t receive much experience, but it does become Gyarados when it evolves. Once it learns Dragon Rage at level 25 it’s pretty much unstoppable. So yeah, you’re not the only one who likes Magikarp.” “Okay then, now’s a good time to wrap things up. It seems there’s a variety of favorite Pokemon in the audience. If winning battles is what’s most important to you, then it’s fine to pick one based solely on its strength — but it’s also fun to pick one just because you think it looks cute or you like the sound it makes. Picking the Pokemon you like best and making a team that no one else has is a great way to have fun in this world. You could make a Flying team with Pidgeotto, Dodrio, and Fearow — or a cute team with Clefairy, Pikachu, and Jigglypuff. Personally, I recently put together a monstrously powerful team of Zapdos, Moltres, Articuno, Mewtwo, and Gyarados.” “I may have gone on a little long, but I’ve covered everything I wanted to talk about. If you see me again somewhere, let’s have a battle, and make sure to give your all……..” (ring, ring, ring, ring, ring) “Hm? Is someone’s phone ringing? No? Ah, that’s my beeper. Let me see…” “Pokemon #151 has been found” “Wha, what is this? It can’t be! Okay everyone, I gotta go!!”