List of Pokémon (261-280)
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At the core of the multi-billion dollar[1] Pokémon media franchise of various electronic games, ongoing anime, several manga series, collectible trading card games, and other media are 493 distinctive fictional species classified as the titular Pokémon. Created by Satoshi Tajiri, Pokémon is one of Nintendo's flagship game franchises, which has sold over 143 million copies worldwide as of 2007.[2] These creatures and entities reside throughout various locations of the fictional Pokémon universe and can be caught by humans designated as Pokémon Trainers often using devices called Poké Balls. These trainers use Pokémon for a variety of purposes, such as being pets and loyal companions and/or being pitted against other trained Pokémon in competitive Pokémon battles. Pokémon are potentially powerful and magical creatures that can employ a variety of talents such as generating fire or heat, martial arts, telekinesis, and so on. Through age and experience many of these species undergo a metamorphosis and transform into a similar but stronger specie in a process referred to as Pokémon evolution.
This is a selected listing of twenty of the Pokémon species, arranged as they are in the main game series' National Pokédex.
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[edit] Poochyena
| Number: 261 | Type: Dark | Evolves from: None | Evolves into: Mightyena |
Poochyena (ポチエナ Pochiena?, Pochyena in original Japanese language versions) is a dark-colored, dog-like hyena species of Pokémon common in the Hoenn region. It is an omnivore, able to eat almost anything, and it will attempt to take a bite out of anything that moves when it first sees it. This Pokémon is both aggressive and cowardly; it chases after prey until the victim becomes exhausted, but if the prey strikes back, Poochyena may turn tail and run away.
[edit] Mightyena
| Number: 262 | Type: Dark | Evolves from: Poochyena | Evolves into: None |
Mightyena (グラエナ? Guraena in original Japanese language versions) is the larger and stronger evolved form of Poochyena. It is a carnivore with characteristics of hyenas and wolves and a monochrome appearance. Mightyena inhabit wide grasslands in the Pokémon world. They live and hunt in packs, and never defy the orders of their leader, the alpha male of the pack; thanks to the leader’s experience in battle tactics, the pack defeats foes with perfectly coordinated teamwork. This unquestioning loyalty transfers over to when Mightyena are owned by Pokémon trainers, but the Mightyena will only obey the orders of a trainer it recognizes as possessing superior skill.
Mightyena are naturally quick to attack; they chase down their prey and nip until the target can no longer run. In the event that an individual Mightyena encounters a threatening foe, it gives obvious signals when it is preparing to attack; It starts to growl deeply and then flattens its body before biting savagely.
[edit] Zigzagoon
| Number: 263 | Type: Normal | Evolves from: None | Evolves into: Linoone |
Zigzagoon (ジグザグマ Jiguzaguma?, Ziguzaguma in original Japanese language versions) is a raccoon dog-like Pokémon and is one of the most common Pokémon species in the Hoenn region. Its distinctively jagged fur, evocative of zigzag patterns, is bristly enough for it to rub its back against the bark of trees to leave its territorial markings. It is a very curious species of Pokémon, investigating anything it happens to see, hence its tendency to restlessly wander everywhere in search of something (and in a generally zigzagging pattern). This Pokémon is not particularly powerful in the wild, so it may play dead to fool foes battling it.
[edit] Linoone
| Number: 264 | Type: Normal | Evolves from: Zigzagoon | Evolves into: None |
Linoone (マッスグマ? Massuguma in original Japanese language versions) is the evolved form of the common Zigzagoon. Its larger and longer appearance more closely resembles the Eurasian Badger, and its streamlined body structure allows it to run up to 60 miles per hour in a perfectly straight line. However, like Tauros, it is exceedingly difficult for it to negotiate a gently curving path, as it must stop completely before taking off in a different direction. This is in direct contrast with the freely wandering tendencies of its pre-evolution Zigzagoon.
Linoone preys on both land-dwelling and pond-dwelling wildlife. When hunting on land, it will charge toward its prey at top speed. When it spots potential prey underneath the surface of a pond, it quickly leaps in and catches it with its sharp claws.
[edit] Wurmple
| Number: 265 | Type: Bug | Evolves from: None | Evolves into: Silcoon and Cascoon |
Wurmple (ケムッソ? Kemusso in original Japanese language versions) is a larval Pokémon common in both the Hoenn region and the Sinnoh region. It can be considered the modern counterpart to earlier larval Pokémon species Caterpie and Weedle. A common target for avian Pokémon such as Swellow and Staravia, the generally weak Wurmple attempts to defend itself with the spikes on its tail and head which secrete poison, and it can spit slimy thread to slow down opponents. Otherwise, Wurmple feeds by peeling the bark off trees and feeds on the oozing sap. Its feet are tipped with suction pads that allow it to cling to glass without slipping. Wurmple can evolve into either Cascoon or Silcoon (Silcoon---Beautifly and Cascoon---Dustox) depending on what kind of trainer is training it.
In the Pokémon anime, recurring female trainers May and Jessie each catch a Wurmple, and their rivalry is reflected in the differing forms the Wurmple evolve into; May's Wurmple becomes a Silcoon that will eventually evolve into a Beautifly, while Jessie's Wurmple becomes a Cascoon that will eventually evolve into a Dustox.
[edit] Silcoon
| Number: 266 | Type: Bug | Evolves from: Wurmple | Evolves into: Beautifly |
Silcoon (カラサリス Karasarisu?, Karasalis in original Japanese language versions) is a cocoon Pokémon form that Wurmple can take. It can be considered a modern counterpart to earlier cocoon Pokémon species Metapod and Kakuna, but it is definitely the physical counterpart to Cascoon, an alternative cocoon form that Wurmple can take instead at random. Silcoon is a semi-mobile ellipsoid ball of white silk where the eyes of the mutating Pokémon inside are visible looking out. It hangs on tree branches awaiting evolution into its Beautifly form, during which it conserves energy by moving as little as possible, feeding on rainwater that is collected by its silk outgrowths, and generally keeping a constant watch over its surroundings for threats.
In the Pokémon anime, trainer May 's Wurmple evolves into the Silcoon stage and then the Beautifly stage shortly after, as opposed to Jessie's Wurmple becoming a Cascoon and then a Dustox.
[edit] Beautifly
| Number: 267 | Type: Bug/Flying | Evolves from: Silcoon | Evolves into: None |
Beautifly (アゲハント Agehanto?, Agehunt in original Japanese language versions) is a butterfly Pokémon and one of two flying insect Pokémon forms that Wurmple can eventually take. It can be considered a modern counterpart to the earlier butterfly Pokémon species Butterfree, but it is definitely the physical counterpart to Dustox, the other form into which a Wurmple can eventually evolve. Beautifly is a very vain and colorful butterfly with a long, coiled, needle-like mouth not unlike the proboscis of a real butterfly, which it uses both for gathering pollen in the wild and, despite their gentle appearance, for aggressively attacking opponent Pokémon when angered. It is most active in the springtime, where it rides the spring winds as it flits around gathering pollen from flower-covered fields, or from potted flowers left on windowsills.
In the Pokémon anime, Beautifly becomes May's primary Pokémon for use in Pokémon contests early on, and Jessie's Dustox is established as its rival.
[edit] Cascoon
| Number: 268 | Type: Bug | Evolves from: Wurmple | Evolves into: Dustox |
Cascoon (マユルド Mayurudo?, Mayuld in original Japanese language versions) is a cocoon Pokémon form that Wurmple can take. It can be considered a modern counterpart to earlier cocoon Pokémon species Metapod and Kakuna, but it is definitely the physical counterpart to Silcoon, an alternative cocoon form that Wurmple can take instead at random. Cascoon is a semi-mobile ellipsoid ball of purple silk where the eyes of the mutating Pokémon inside are visible looking out. It hides away from predators in the wild using the more crafty method of covering its body with large, dead leaves. Its initially soft body hardens over time and begins to crack when it nears evolution into Dustox, and at this point it will do nothing in order to conserve its energy, even if it is attacked.
In the Pokémon anime, trainer Jessie 's Wurmple evolves into the Cascoon stage and then the Dustox stage shortly after, as opposed to May's Wurmple becoming a Silcoon and then a Beautifly.
[edit] Dustox
| Number: 269 | Type: Bug/Poison | Evolves from: Cascoon | Evolves into: None |
Dustox (ドクケイル Dokukeiru?, Dokucale in original Japanese language versions) is a moth-like Pokémon and one of two flying insect Pokémon forms that Wurmple can eventually evolve into, the other being Beautifly. Dustox's green wings are coated with a fine and powerfully toxic dust which it uses to defend itself and deter bird Pokémon that might attack it. It feeds on leaves on trees it seeks out with its radar-like antennae, and it is instinctively attracted to bright light like many real moths. Swarms of Dustox can end up attracted to the bright lights of major cities at night, and end up causing unintentional havoc with the trees of those cities.
In the Pokémon anime, Dustox becomes Jesse's primary Pokémon for use in Pokémon contests early on, and is often treated as a rival to May's Beautifly. Jessie often tries to cheat with her Dustox, however, they still seem to always lose to May's Beautifly.
[edit] Lotad
| Number: 270 | Type: Water/Grass | Evolves from: None | Evolves into: Lombre |
Lotad (ハスボー Hasubō?, Hassboh in original Japanese language versions) is both an aquatic and a land-dwelling Pokémon, found in the Hoenn region, with a lilypad growing on its back. This species lives in groups at ponds, with their bodies submerged while suspended at the surface by their buoyant leaves, as a measure of hiding from predators. When on dry land, Lotad scuttles towards other ponds because its leaf is too heavy to support, in contrast to Lotad's ancient ancestors which were one primarily land-dwelling Pokémon. Lotad and its evolved forms have mouths resembling duck bills, which may be a pun on the duckweed.
In the Pokémon anime, a Lotad becomes one of the Pokémon in trainer Brock's possession in the third-generation Hoenn story arc in a development considered ironic because previously Brock primarily used Pokémon of the Rock and Ground types. His Lotad eventually evolved into Lombre, and then Ludicolo.
[edit] Lombre
| Number: 271 | Type: Water/Grass | Evolves from: Lotad | Evolves into: Ludicolo |
Lombre (ハスブレロ Hasuburero?, Hasubrero in original Japanese language versions) is the larger evolved form of Lotad. Lombre is a nocturnal Pokémon found in the Hoenn region, whose lilypad, carried over from its Lotad stage, is now attached to its head like a hat. Lombre's entire body is covered by a slippery, slimy film. It feels horribly unpleasant to be touched by this Pokémon's hands. It feeds on aquatic moss that grows in the riverbed. It is also a mischief-maker: When a Lombre spots anglers, it will tug on their fishing lines from beneath the surface and enjoy their consternation. It also takes great delight in popping out of rivers and startling people.
In the Pokémon anime, the Lotad in trainer Brock's possession during the third-generation Hoenn story arc evolves into a Lombre over time, and later on into a Ludicolo. As a Lombre, Brock's is quirky and dense.
[edit] Ludicolo
| Number: 272 | Type: Water/Grass | Evolves from: Lombre | Evolves into: None |
Ludicolo (ルンパッパ? Runpapa in original Japanese language versions) is the final evolved form of the Lotad species line. Ludicolo is a large, bipedal creature with a duck-like mouth on its body which looks like a pineapple, and the lilypad on its head carried over from its previous stages of Pokémon evolution resembles a sombrero hat, and pancho-colored ploomage. Ludicolo can derive much energy and vitality from cheerful and upbeat music. Upon hearing such music, for example during festivities or mountain hiking expeditions, Ludicolo is driven into the open and starts dancing rhythmically. The principle behind this phenomenon is that the melodious sound waves are supposed to stimulate Ludicolo's cells into making it more powerful.
In the Pokémon anime, the Lombre in trainer Brock's possession during the third-generation Hoenn story arc evolves into a Ludicolo. Like many of the Ludicolo species, Brock's Ludicolo is very cheerful and is frequently seen dancing joyfully around.
[edit] Seedot
| Number: 273 | Type: Grass | Evolves from: None | Evolves into: Nuzleaf |
Seedot (タネボー Tanebō?, Taneboh in original Japanese language versions) is an acorn-like Pokémon found in the Hoenn region. It feeds by using the top of its head to attach itself to a tree branch and then proceed to suck moisture and nutrients from it. In this state, when still, it is seemingly impossible to distinguish it from a real acorn. It apparently appreciates this fact because it enjoys startling Pidgey foraging in the area by suddenly moving. When Seedot finishes feeding, its body becomes heavy enough that it drops to the ground with a clear thump.
[edit] Nuzleaf
| Number: 274 | Type: Grass/Dark | Evolves from: Seedot | Evolves into: Shiftry |
Nuzleaf (コノハナ? Konohana in original Japanese language versions) is the larger evolved form of Seedot. Nuzleaf is a forest-dwelling Pokémon that is skilled at climbing trees, though they occasionally venture out of the forest to startle people. They live in holes bored in large trees. Its long and pointed nose is its weak point, and it loses power if the nose is gripped. For this reason, it dislikes having its long nose pinched. Nuzleaf will sometimes pull out the leaf on its head and make a flute with it. The sound of Nuzleaf's flute strikes fear and uncertainty in the hearts of people lost in a forest. This is a reference to Pan, the Greek god of the forest.
[edit] Shiftry
| Number: 275 | Type: Grass/Dark | Evolves from: Nuzleaf | Evolves into: None |
Shiftry (ダーテング Dātengu?, Dirtengu in original Japanese language versions) is the final evolved form of the Seedot species line. Shiftry's appearance is based on the Tengu of Japanese mythology, with a long nose, white hair, feet resembling Geta sandals, and large fan-like hands being elements based on how Tengu are commonly portrayed. It is a mysterious entity in the Pokémon world said to arrive by the chilly winds of Winter, and it is said to be a fearsome guardian of the deep forests it holds sway over from its homes on the tops of toweringly tall trees in dark forests. Its hand fans, which are larger on males than on females, are capable of whipping 100-mph gusts of wind, and it possesses a degree of Extra-sensory perception, able to read its foe’s mind and take preemptive actions most other Pokémon would be unable to do in time.
[edit] Taillow
| Number: 276 | Type: Normal/Flying | Evolves from: None | Evolves into: Swellow |
Taillow (スバメ? Subame in original Japanese language versions) is a common bird Pokémon species found in the Hoenn region. Its Japanese name comes from tsubame (swallow). It is a migratory bird that dislikes cold seasons. It migrates to other lands in search of warmth, flying over 180 miles a day on some occasions. It will courageously stand their ground against foes, taking on Pokémon like Skarmory with an equal footing. This gutsy Pokémon will remain defiant even after a loss. This however is in stark contrast to when it becomes hungry; it cries loudly. As a result of its relative youth, it sometimes becomes lonely and cries at night. It feeds on Wurmple that live in forests.
In the Pokémon anime, main trainer Ash Ketchum caught one and used it throughout the third-generation story arc, during which it evolved into a Swellow.
[edit] Swellow
| Number: 277 | Type: Normal/Flying | Evolves from: Taillow | Evolves into: None |
Swellow (オオスバメ Ōsubame?, Ohsubame in original Japanese language versions) is the larger and stronger evolved form of the Taillow Pokémon species found in the Hoenn region. It lives as a migratory bird of prey; it constantly flies towards warmer climates in a migratory fashion, and the moment it spots its prey, Swellow dives down at a steep angle and snatches the hapless victim tightly with its talons. It never misses its targets in this respect. Swellow is quite fastidious with its own body, especially its wings. When it is not cleaning its wings and tail feathers regularly, two Swellow are gathered together and unhesitantly take it upon themselves to clean each other’s wings. A Swellow's tail feathers indicate that the individual is healthy if the feathers are standing at attention.
In the Pokémon anime, main trainer Ash Ketchum owned a Swellow, and he used it prominently throughout his journey in Hoenn.
[edit] Wingull
| Number: 278 | Type: Water/Flying | Evolves from: None | Evolves into: Pelipper |
Wingull (キャモメ Kyamome?, Camome in original Japanese language versions) is a common seagull-like Pokémon species found in the Hoenn region. A common annoyance to those surfing from place to place, it shows up on every water route. It has the habit of carrying prey and valuables in its beak, and has been known to hide them in all sorts of locations. Wingull rides the winds and flies as if it were skating across the sky.
[edit] Pelipper
| Number: 279 | Type: Water/Flying | Evolves from: Wingull | Evolves into: None |
Pelipper (ペリッパー Perippā?) is the larger and stronger evolved form of the Wingull Pokémon species found in the Hoenn region. This uniquely proportioned pelican is usually found by or over oceans or other large bodies of water. It builds its nest on high cliffs facing the sea, and is able to rest on top of waves to regain energy. Pelipper skims the tops of waves while it hunts for its prey, which are typically fish Pokémon. When Pelipper spots its prey, it dips its large beak into the water and scoops it up. It then proceeds to swallow it whole. Pelipper also carries the eggs of its Wingull offspring inside its beak before and after they hatch. This provides the offspring with protection and, after they hatch, nourishment from the hunted food.
[edit] Ralts
| Number: 280 | Type: Psychic | Evolves from: None | Evolves into: Kirlia |
Ralts (ラルトス Rarutosu?) is a basic Pokémon found in the Hoenn region. Its red eyes are often obscured by its green "hair", and its body is somewhat like a white dress. It very rarely appears before humans, and when it does, the person's emotions are a key factor in deciding whether it will come closer or run away. Its ability to sense emotions, or empathy, is linked to the horns on its head, and Ralts tends to mirror the emotions of its trainer. Its method of getting around is hopping on its legs or using its psychic abilities to teleport to its desired location.
In the Pokémon anime, Max befriends a Ralts, and promised to take it on adventures with him once he becomes old enough to be a Pokémon Trainer.
[edit] References
- ^ Pokémon Franchise Approaches 150 Million Games Sold. PR Newswire.
- ^ David (2005). Nintendo reveal sales figures. Australia's PAL Gaming Network.
[edit] External links
- Bulbapedia - The Pokémon encyclopedia
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