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The ninth generation (Generation IX) of thePokémon franchise features 120 titular species of creatures introduced to thecore video game series in theNintendo Switch gamesPokémon Scarlet andViolet. The first Pokémon of the generation were revealed on 27 February 2022 in aPokémon Presents livestream presentation.[1]Scarlet andViolet were released on 18 November 2022.[2]
Pokémon are a species of fictional creatures created for thePokémon media franchise. Developed byGame Freak and published byNintendo, the Japanese franchise began in 1996 with the video gamesPokémon Red andGreen for theGame Boy, which were later released in North America asPokémon Red andBlue in 1998.[3] In these games and their sequels, the player assumes the role of a Trainer whose goal is to capture and use the creatures' special abilities to combat other Pokémon. Some Pokémon can transform into stronger species through a process called evolution via various means, such as exposure to specific items.[4] Each Pokémon have one or two elemental types, which define its advantages and disadvantages when battling other Pokémon.[5] A major goal in each game is to complete the Pokédex, a comprehensive Pokémon encyclopedia, by capturing, evolving, and trading with other Trainers to obtain individuals from all Pokémon species.[4]
Pokémon Scarlet andViolet take place in Paldea, which is heavily based onSpain, as well as other areas in theIberian Peninsula,[6][7] with the game's DLC expansionsThe Teal Mask andThe Indigo Disk taking place in the Kitakami region[8] and the Blueberry Academy,[9] respectively. Kitakami is based on Japan,[8] while the Blueberry Academy is a school environment set in the Unova region, the main location of the 2010 gamesPokémon Black andWhite.[9][10]Scarlet and Violet also feature a special mechanic known as "Terastallization" which allow the player's Pokémon to change their types in battle.[11] The gamePokémon Legends: Z-A is set in the Kalos region, the main location of 2013 gamesPokémon X andY. It also saw the return of the "Mega Evolution" mechanic which was first introduced in those games; Mega Evolutions are powerful forms of Pokémon that can be used during Pokémon battles.[12]
| Name[nb 1] | Type(s) | Evolves from | Evolves into | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sprigatito Nyaoha (ニャオハ) (0906) | Grass | — | Floragato (#907) | Sprigatito is acat-like Pokémon.[13] Sprigatito has been a popular Pokémon since its debut,[14][15] as well as being nicknamed "Weed Cat" by fans when it was first revealed to the public,[16][17] and has attracted commentary in regards to its evolutionary line, primarily in regards to whether its evolutions would bebipedal orquadrupedal.[15][18] Floragato is Sprigatito's evolution. It is abipedal cat-like Pokémon.[19] Meowscarada is a bipedal, humanoid,lynx-like Pokémon and the evolution of Floragato.[20] Meowscarada has been a popular Pokémon since its debut,[21][22] with critics noting that its design helped make it an appealing Pokémon despite initial concern over Sprigatito becoming bipedal by fans.[23][24] | |
| Floragato Nyarōte (ニャローテ) (0907) | Grass | Sprigatito (#906) | Meowscarada (#908) | ||
| Meowscarada Masukānya (マスカーニャ) (0908) | Grass / Dark | Floragato (#907) | — | ||
| Fuecoco Hogēta (ホゲータ) (0909) | Fire | — | Crocalor (#910) | Fuecoco is acrocodile-like Pokémon.[13] The name "Fuecoco" stems from the Spanish words "fuego", meaning "fire", and "cocodrilo", meaning "crocodile".[25] Fuecoco has seen significant popularity and praise since its debut, primarily for its appealing design.[26][27] Polls conducted byInside Games found Fuecoco to be popular due to its vacant expression and cute appearance.[28][29] Crocalor is a larger, crocodile-like Pokémon that evolves from Fuecoco. It wears a burning nest with a large egg on its head, resembling a sombrero.[30] Skeledirge is a crocodile-like Pokémon that evolves from Crocalor. Its appearance seems to draw influence from the holiday known as theDay of the Dead, and its name comes from the words "skeleton" and "dirge". The egg that it had as a Crocalor has now hatched into a small bird made of fire, which rests on its nose and morphs into a stand microphone when Skeledirge uses its signature move "Torch Song".[30] | |
| Crocalor Achigēta (アチゲータ) (0910) | Fire | Fuecoco (#909) | Skeledirge (#911) | ||
| Skeledirge Raudobōn (ラウドボーン) (0911) | Fire / Ghost | Crocalor (#910) | — | ||
| Quaxly Kuwassu (クワッス) (0912) | Water | — | Quaxwell (#913) | Quaxly is aduck-like Pokémon.[13] It was described byInside Games as having numerous sailor-motifs in its design.[31] Quaxly's resemblance toDonald Duck became a briefinternet meme.[32][33] The gel secreted by its feathers repels water and grime.[34] Quaxwell is a duck-like Pokémon and an evolution of Quaxly.[35] Quaxwell evolves into Quaquaval, which also resembles a duck, with some additional apparent influence frompeacocks. Quaquaval is believed to take inspiration fromCarnival. Quaquaval is constantly dancing, which appears to be inspired by both Carnival and varioussamba dances. Its Fighting-type is believed to take inspiration fromcapoeira.[36] | |
| Quaxwell Werukamo (ウェルカモ) (0913) | Water | Quaxly (#912) | Quaquaval (#914) | ||
| Quaquaval Wēnibaru (ウェーニバル) (0914) | Water / Fighting | Quaxwell (#913) | — | ||
| Lechonk Guruton (グルトン) (0915) | Normal | — | Oinkologne (#914) | Lechonk is apig-like Pokémon. Lechonk's English name is a combination of "lechón", a Spanish pork dish, "oink", anonomatopoeia for the sound of a pig, and "chonk", which itself is derived from "chunk(y)", slang for a fat animal.[25] Oinkologne is acologne-themedhog-like Pokémon that evolves from Lechonk,[37] and has different appearances based on its gender.[38] | |
| Oinkologne Pafyūton (パフュートン) (0916) | Normal | Lechonk (#915) | — | ||
| Tarountula Tamanchura (タマンチュラ) (0917) | Bug | — | Spidops (#918) | Tarountula is atarantula-like Pokémon. It carries a ball on its back resembling a ball of yarn.[39] Spidops is aspider-like Pokémon and the evolution of Tarountula. It has eight legs, though it stands bipedally.[40][41] It traps other Pokémon inside of web traps for its own enjoyment.[40] | |
| Spidops Wanaidā (ワナイダー) (0918) | Bug | Tarountula (#917) | — | ||
| Nymble Mamebatta (マメバッタ) (0919) | Bug | — | Lokix (#920) | Nymble is a small,grasshopper-like Pokémon.[42] It evolves into Lokix, which more closely resembleslocusts in particular. Both Pokémon have six legs, with their rear legs kept folded up. Nymble can unfold its rear legs to jump far distances; meanwhile, Lokix can unfurl and stand on its rear legs to enter a battle stance known as Showdown Mode, in which is can deliver exceptionally powerful attacks, but will quickly tire itself out if it remains in this stance for too long.[43] Lokix appears to take inspiration from the titular heroes of theKamen Rider franchise,[44] with its tendency to use kick-based attacks seemingly being in reference to the "Rider Kick" finishing move used byKamen Rider protagonists.[42] | |
| Lokix Ekusureggu (エクスレッグ) (0920) | Bug / Dark | Nymble (#919) | — | ||
| Pawmi Pamo (パモ) (0921) | Electric | — | Pawmo (#922) | Pawmi, Pawmo, and Pawmot aremarmot-like Pokémon.[45] They highly resemblePikachu in terms of design, which is part of a recurring series design tradition.[46] Pawmi's cheeks contain weak electrical sacs that transfer static electricity to its palms.[45] Pawmi evolves into Pawmo, and then Pawmot.[46][47] | |
| Pawmo Pamotto (パモット) (0922) | Electric / Fighting | Pawmi (#921) | Pawmot (#923) | ||
| Pawmot Pāmotto (パーモット) (0923) | Electric / Fighting | Pawmo (#922) | — | ||
| Tandemaus Wakkanezumi (ワッカネズミ) (0924) | Normal | — | Maushold (#925) | Tandemaus and Maushold are a pair ofmouse-like Pokémon. Unlike most Pokémon, the pair are made up of multiple individuals, with Tandemaus consisting of a pair of Pokémon.[48][49] When Tandemaus evolves into Maushold, Maushold gains either one or two children, nicknamed "Family of Three" and "Family of Four", respectively. Maushold's Family of Three form is more rare than its Family of Four form.[50] They have been noted for their battling power, with Maushold's "Population Bomb" attack causing high damage in comparison to other attacks.[51][52][53] | |
| Maushold Ikkanezumi (イッカネズミ) (0925) | Normal | Tandemaus (#924) | — | ||
| Fidough Papimotchi (パピモッチ) (0926) | Fairy | — | Dachsbun (#927) | Fidough is adough-themeddog-like Pokémon. It is protected by chefs due to the valuableyeast it exhales.[54] Fidough can puff up their bodies to make themselves more intimidating to opponents.[55] Fidough was later made available in real life as a bread-based snack.[56] Dachsbun is apastry-themed dog-like Pokémon. It evolves from Fidough.[57] Its name comes from "dachshund" and "bun."[58] Fidough and Dachsbun were both designed by Mari Shimazaki, who is known for her work on theBayonetta series.[59] | |
| Dachsbun Bauttseru (バウッツェル) (0927) | Fairy | Fidough (#926) | — | ||
| Smoliv Minību (ミニーブ) (0928) | Grass / Normal | — | Dolliv (#929) | Smoliv is anolive-like Pokémon. The fruit on top of its head stores a bitter, yet nutritious oil, which Smoliv produces in its body. Its name comes from "small" and "olive".[60] Smoliv grew popular among fans due to its anxious personality andnaming.[60][61][62] Smoliv evolves into Dolliv, which then evolves into Arboliva. Arboliva, whose name comes from the Spanishárbol (tree) andoliva (olive), resembles an entire olive tree.[63] A significantly larger Arboliva appeared in thePokémon anime, where it was owned in the series' narrative by Lucius, a powerful trainer from the distant past.[64] | |
| Dolliv Orīnyo (オリーニョ) (0929) | Grass / Normal | Smoliv (#928) | Arboliva (#930) | ||
| Arboliva Orīva (オリーヴァ) (0930) | Grass / Normal | Dolliv (#929) | — | ||
| Squawkabilly Ikirinko (イキリンコ) (0931) | Normal / Flying | No evolution | Squawkabilly is aparrot-like Pokémon.[65] It comes with four different colors ofplummage: green, yellow, blue, and white, with each color having their own individual personality. Each color also has different in-battle "abilities", passive skills that provide benefits in battle.[66] Its name is a combination of the words "rockabilly" and "squawk".[58] Flocks of Squawkabilly are used by the "Flying Taxi" service in-game, which allows players tofast travel to locations they have visited, replacingCorviknight, which took on the role inPokémon SwordandShield.[67] | ||
| Nacli Kojio (コジオ) (0932) | Rock | — | Naclstack (#933) | Nacli, Naclstack, and Garganacl aresalt-like Pokémon. Their names are derived from "NaCl", the chemical formula forsodium chloride (table salt).[68] Nacli evolves into Naclstack, and then into Garganacl.[69] Asalt shaker based on Nacli was later produced.[68] | |
| Naclstack Jiozumu (ジオヅム) (0933) | Rock | Nacli (#932) | Garganacl (#934) | ||
| Garganacl Kyojiōn (キョジオーン) (0934) | Rock | Naclstack (#933) | — | ||
| Charcadet Karubō (カルボウ) (0935) | Fire | — | Armarouge (#936) Ceruledge (#937) | Charcadet is a small, humanoid Pokémon which appears to be based on bothcharcoal andsquires.[70] It can evolve into two other Pokémon, Armarouge and Ceruledge, which require special items only found inScarlet andViolet, respectively - the Auspicious Armor (found inScarlet) will evolve it into Armarouge, which specializes in ranged projectile attacks, while the Malicious Armor (found inViolet) will evolve it into Ceruledge, which specializes in close-range blade attacks.[71] | |
| Armarouge Guren'aruma (グレンアルマ) (0936) | Fire / Psychic | Charcadet (#935) | — | ||
| Ceruledge Sōbureizu (ソウブレイズ) (0937) | Fire / Ghost | Charcadet (#935) | — | ||
| Tadbulb Zupika (ズピカ) (0938) | Electric | — | Bellibolt (#939) | Tadbulb is atadpole-like Pokémon resembling alight bulb.[72] It evolves into Bellibolt, afrog-like Pokémon.[73] It is able to expand and contract its elastic body to generate electricity. It has two large round objects on the side of its head, which resemble eyes; its real eyes are located just above its mouth.[74] It was revealed prior to the release ofPokémon Scarlet andViolet during a mocklivestream for the fictional, in-universestreamer Iono.[75][76] | |
| Bellibolt Harabarī (ハラバリー) (0939) | Electric | Tadbulb (#938) | — | ||
| Wattrel Kaiden (カイデン) (0940) | Electric / Flying | — | Kilowattrel (#941) | Wattrel is a bird-like Pokémon which resembles astorm petrel. It evolves into Kilowattrel, which resembles afrigatebird.[30] | |
| Kilowattrel Taikaiden (タイカイデン) (0941) | Electric / Flying | Wattrel (#940) | — | ||
| Maschiff Orachifu (オラチフ) (0942) | Dark | — | Mabosstiff (#941) | Maschiff is a dog-like Pokémon[77] greatly resembling amastiff.[78] Maschiff evolves into Mabosstiff.[79]Arven, one of the major characters inPokémon ScarletandViolet, has a Mabosstiff as his partner Pokémon. It was injured prior to the games' events, and is slowly healed as the player and Arven collect Herba Mystica, special herbs guarded by massivebosses known as Titan Pokémon.[80] | |
| Mabosstiff Mafitifu (マフィティフ) (0943) | Dark | Maschiff (#942) | — | ||
| Shroodle Shirushurū (シルシュルー) (0944) | Poison / Normal | — | Grafaiai (#945) | Shroodle is a small, poisonousshrew-like Pokémon. It evolves into Grafaiai.[81] Grafaiai is agraffiti-themed Pokémon based on anaye-aye with some elements of theslow loris; it was teased prior to the release ofPokémon Scarlet andViolet through a series of cryptic photos resembling theOma forest on August 30, 2022.[82][83] | |
| Grafaiai Taginguru (タギングル) (0945) | Poison / Normal | Shroodle (#944) | — | ||
| Bramblin Anokusa (アノクサ) (0946) | Grass / Ghost | — | Brambleghast (#947) | Bramblin and Brambleghast are a pair of Pokémon based ontumbleweeds. Bramblin evolves into Brambleghast.[84][85] | |
| Brambleghast Anohoragusa (アノホラグサ) (0947) | Grass / Ghost | Bramblin (#946) | — | ||
| Toedscool Nonokurage (ノノクラゲ) (0948) | Ground / Grass | — | Toedscruel (#949) | Toedscool and Toedscruel are a pair of Pokémon which resemblemushrooms, particularly of thewoodear variety. The pair greatly resemble the PokémonTentacool andTentacruel,[86] which debuted inPokémon RedandBlue,[87][88] but are different species entirely; it is believed that their similar appearance is the result ofconvergent evolution.[86] | |
| Toedscruel Rikukurage (リククラゲ) (0949) | Ground / Grass | Toedscool (#948) | — | ||
| Klawf Gakegani (ガケガニ) (0950) | Rock | No evolution | Klawf is acrab-like Pokémon that resembles thehorsehair crab.[89] It lives on cliffs, usually hanging upside down while waiting for prey, but it cannot hang for long before its blood begins to rush to its head. One particularly large Klawf acts as a "Titan Pokémon", a boss Pokémon in the game.[90] Klawf Sticks, made from ground up Klawf shells, are also food items in the game.[91] | ||
| Capsakid Kapusaiji (カプサイジ) (0951) | Grass | — | Scovillain (#952) | Capsakid are small plant Pokémon that evolve into Scovillain,[92] a two-headed Pokémon.[93] The two greatly resemblechili peppers.[91] Scovillain's name references thescoville scale, a scale used to measure the spiciness of chili peppers.[94] | |
| Scovillain Sukoviran (スコヴィラン) (0952) | Grass / Fire | Capsakid (#951) | — | ||
| Rellor Shigaroko (シガロコ) (0953) | Bug | — | Rabsca (#954) | Rellor and Rabsca arebeetle-like Pokémon, with Rellor resembling a dung beetle[95] and Rabsca a scarab.[96] Rellor evolves into Rabsca.[95] Rellor rolls a ball of mud, composed of dirt and psychic energy.[97] Rabsca's ball contains an infant.[98] | |
| Rabsca Berakasu (ベラカス) (0954) | Bug / Psychic | Rellor (#953) | — | ||
| Flittle Hirahina (ヒラヒナ) (0955) | Psychic | — | Espathra (#956) | Flittle is a small bird Pokémon that evolves into Espathra, anostrich-like Pokémon.[99] Espathra's name references bothCleopatra andESP.[100] | |
| Espathra Kuesupatora (クエスパトラ) (0956) | Psychic | Flittle (#955) | — | ||
| Tinkatink Kanuchan (カヌチャン) (0957) | Fairy / Steel | — | Tinkatuff (#958) | Tinkatink is a small, pink Pokémon which wields a handmade metal hammer. It evolves into Tinkatuff, which later evolves into Tinkaton; as these Pokémon evolve, their hammers are reinforced to become stronger and larger.[101][102] Tinkaton is said to have learned to upgrade its hammer with metals out of pure spite after being bullied by Steel-type Pokémon as Tinkatink and Tinkatuff,[103] and it is able to throw boulders with its hammer to knockCorviknight – a large, metallic bird-like Pokémon – out of the sky.[67] It has received a positive response from the community since its debut.[103][104][105] A Tinkatink is owned by one of the main characters, Dot, in the anime seriesPokémon Horizons: The Series.[106] | |
| Tinkatuff Nakanuchan (ナカヌチャン) (0958) | Fairy / Steel | Tinkatink (#957) | Tinkaton (#959) | ||
| Tinkaton Dekanuchan (デカヌチャン) (0959) | Fairy / Steel | Tinkatuff (#958) | — | ||
| Wiglett Umidiguda (ウミディグダ) (0960) | Water | — | Wugtrio (#961) | Wiglett is agarden eel-like Pokémon. It was revealed prior to the release ofPokémon Scarlet andViolet via a mockseminar that showcased wild Pokémon interacting with the world ofPokémonScarlet andViolet.[107] While bearing similarities to the PokémonDiglett, it is a different species, with their similarities likely a result ofconvergent evolution.[108] Wiglett has been commented on for itsphallic appearance by both fans and critics.[nb 2] Wugtrio is a garden eel-like Pokémon[114] that evolves from Wiglett.[115] | |
| Wugtrio Umitorio (ウミトリオ) (0961) | Water | Wiglett (#960) | — | ||
| Bombirdier Otoshidori (オトシドリ) (0962) | Flying / Dark | No evolution | Bombirdier arestork-like Pokémon with apron-like appendages on their torsos, with which they carry rocks to drop from above.[30] One particularly large Bombirdier acts as a "Titan Pokémon", a boss Pokémon in the game.[116] | ||
| Finizen Namiiruka (ナミイルカ) (0963) | Water | — | Palafin (#964) | Finizen is adolphin-like Pokémon that evolves into Palafin. Palafin has two forms. The first is identical to Finizen in appearance except for a heart shape on its stomach, called the "Zero Form". The second is the "Hero Form" which takes on a muscular, superhero-esque appearance.[117] | |
| Palafin Irukaman (イルカマン) (0964) | Water | Finizen (#963) | — | ||
| Varoom Buroron (ブロロン) (0965) | Steel / Poison | — | Revavroom (#966) | Varoom and Revavroom areengine-like Pokémon. Varoom evolves into Revavroom.[118]Yūsuke Kozaki designed both Varoom and Revavroom.[119] | |
| Revavroom Burororōmu (ブロロローム) (0966) | Steel / Poison | Varoom (#965) | — | ||
| Cyclizar Mototokage (モトトカゲ) (0967) | Dragon / Normal | No evolution | Cyclizar is abicycle-themedlizard-like Pokémon that was introduced inPokémon Scarlet andViolet. Cyclizar has allowed people in thePokémon universe to ride on its back since ancient times and depictions of this have been found in 10,000-year-old murals.[120] Koraidon and Miraidon, two Legendary Pokémon in the game, are relatives of the Pokémon which hail from the past and future, respectively.[121] | ||
| Orthworm Mimizuzu (ミミズズ) (0968) | Steel | No evolution | Orthworm is a species of Pokémon resembling a metallicearthworm. One particularly large Orthworm acts as a "Titan Pokémon", a boss Pokémon in the game.[122] | ||
| Glimmet Kirāme (キラーメ) (0969) | Rock / Poison | — | Glimmora (#970) | Glimmet and Glimmora are crystalline species of Pokémon. Their bodies are made of crystallized poisonous energy.[123] Glimmet evolves into Glimmora.[124] | |
| Glimmora Kirafuroru (キラフロル) (0970) | Rock / Poison | Glimmet (#969) | — | ||
| Greavard Bochi (ボチ) (0971) | Ghost | — | Houndstone (#972) | Greavard is a smallpuppy-like Pokémon introduced inPokémon Scarlet andViolet. It inadvertently absorbs the life force of people around it. It was revealed during afound footage stream by a member of the Ghost-Type Pokémon Club from Naranja Academy, the school the player goes to inPokémon Scarlet.[125] Houndstone is a Ghost-type Pokémon based on ahound, a type of dog. It is the evolved form of Greavard. It has a largetombstone on its head, replacing the candle in the head of Greavard.[126] | |
| Houndstone Hakadoggu (ハカドッグ) (0972) | Ghost | Greavard (#971) | — | ||
| Flamigo Karamingo (カラミンゴ) (0973) | Flying / Fighting | No evolution | Flamigo is a Pokémon that resembles aflamingo. Flamigo's design was criticized by fans for its "bland" design,[127] though it grew in popularity inPokémon's competitive scene due to its strength.[127] Flamigo also proved popular in thespeedrunning community forScarlet andViolet, in part due to its high stats and early obtainability in-game.[128][129][130] | ||
| Cetoddle Arukujira (アルクジラ) (0974) | Ice | — | Cetitan (#975) | Cetoddle is a terrestrial,whale-like Pokémon. Cetitan, its evolution,[131] is covered in a thick layer of blubber, with strong muscles to support its blubber-like body. It can gather ice energy to make the surrounding area very cold.[132]Yūsuke Kozaki designed both Cetoddle and Cetitan.[119] | |
| Cetitan Harukujira (ハルクジラ) (0975) | Ice | Cetoddle (#974) | — | ||
| Veluza Migarūsa (ミガルーサ) (0976) | Water / Psychic | No evolution | Veluza is a fish Pokémon resembling ahake.[133] Veluza sheds flesh off its body, which is eaten by humans in-universe.[134] | ||
| Dondozo Heirassha (ヘイラッシャ) (0977) | Water | No evolution | Dondozo and Tatsugiri are a pair of Pokémon biologically unassociated with each other, but have asymbiotic relationship.[135] Tatsugiri resemblessushi, while Dondozo resembles acatfish.[136] Tatsugiri has three different forms, each with different color schemes.[135] A pair of them acted as "Titan Pokémon", special boss opponents in thePokémon Scarlet andViolet's story.[137] Dondozo and Tatsugiri were both designed by James Turner, who had previously worked as a character designer for thePokémon franchise.[135] | ||
| Tatsugiri Sharitatsu (シャリタツ) (0978) | Dragon / Water | No evolution | |||
| Annihilape Konoyozaru (コノヨザル) (0979) | Fighting / Ghost | Primeape (#057) | — | Annihilape is the evolution ofPrimeape, a simian Pokémon which first appeared inPokémon RedandBlue. Annihilape came to be when the anger built up by Primeape grew to a capacity that its body couldn't contain, causing a complete overflow of power and the consequent evolution into Annihilape.[138] | |
| Clodsire Doō (ドオー) (0980) | Poison / Ground | Wooper (#194) | — | Clodsire is the evolution ofWooper's Paldean regional variant.[139] It greatly resembles theIberian ribbed newt, and mimics the newt's method of attack as it extends its ribs from its body.[140] | |
| Farigiraf Rikikirin (リキキリン) (0981) | Normal / Psychic | Girafarig (#203) | — | Farigiraf is agiraffe-esque Pokémon introduced inPokémon Scarlet andViolet that evolves fromGirafarig,[141] which was introduced inPokémon GoldandSilver.[142] Girafarig's tail synced with its mind as it evolved, and the two work in tandem to enhance its psychic power.[141] Like Girafarig, Farigiraf's name is apalindrome, meaning it can be read the same backwards as it can forwards.[100] | |
| Dudunsparce Nokokotchi (ノココッチ) (0982) | Normal | Dunsparce (#206) | — | Dudunsparce is an evolution ofDunsparce, atsuchinoko-inspired Pokémon introduced inPokémon GoldandSilver.[143][144] It gains an additional body segment, but other Dudunsparce, known as the "Three Segment Form", have an additional body segment that is more rare than standard Dudunsparce.[145] | |
| Kingambit Dodogezan (ドドゲザン) (0983) | Dark / Steel | Bisharp (#625) | — | Kingambit is an evolution of the PokémonBisharp, resembling ashogun.[146] | |
| Great Tusk Idainakiba (イダイナキバ) (0984) | Ground / Fighting | No evolution | Great Tusk, Scream Tail, Brute Bonnet, Flutter Mane, Slither Wing, and Sandy Shocks are Paradox Pokémon – Pokémon which hail from different time periods than normal Pokémon – which appear inPokémon Scarlet andViolet. They hail from the distant past, and are sometimes dubbed "Ancient Pokémon".[147] They are first mentioned in-game in special magazines known as "Occulture" which give additional rumor-based information on the species.[121] The Paradox Pokémon are stated to hail from alternative realities in theDLC expansion for the game,The Indigo Disk.[121] Great Tusk is an ancient Paradox Pokémon based on the PokémonDonphan,[121] anelephantine Pokémon.[148] It appears as a "Titan Pokémon", a special boss opponent in-game.[149] Scream Tail is an ancient Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonJigglypuff,[121] aballoon-like Pokémon known for its singing voice.[150] Brute Bonnet is an ancient Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonAmoonguss,[121] amushroom-like Pokémon.[151] Flutter Mane is an ancient Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonMisdreavus,[121] a ghost-like Pokémon.[152] Slither Wing is an ancient Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonVolcarona,[121] amoth-like Pokémon.[153] Sandy Shocks is an ancient Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonMagneton,[121] a trio of a Pokémon namedMagnemite, which resemblemagnets.[154] | ||
| Scream Tail Sakebushippo (サケブシッポ) (0985) | Fairy / Psychic | No evolution | |||
| Brute Bonnet Araburutake (アラブルタケ) (0986) | Grass / Dark | No evolution | |||
| Flutter Mane Habatakukami (ハバタクカミ) (0987) | Ghost / Fairy | No evolution | |||
| Slither Wing Chiohauhane (チヲハウハネ) (0988) | Bug / Fighting | No evolution | |||
| Sandy Shocks Sunanokegawa (スナノケガワ) (0989) | Electric / Ground | No evolution | |||
| Iron Treads Tetsunowadachi (テツノワダチ) (0990) | Ground / Steel | No evolution | Iron Treads, Iron Bundle, Iron Hands, Iron Jugulis, Iron Moth, and Iron Thorns are Paradox Pokémon – Pokémon which hail from different time periods than normal Pokémon – which appear inPokémon Scarlet andViolet. They hail from the distant future, and are sometimes dubbed "Future Pokémon".[147] They are first mentioned in-game in special magazines known as "Occulture" which give additional rumor-based information on the species.[121] The Paradox Pokémon are stated to hail from alternative realities in theDLC expansion for the game,The Indigo Disk.[121] Iron Treads is a futuristic Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonDonphan,[121] an elephantine Pokémon.[148] Iron Treads acts as a "Titan Pokémon", a special boss opponent in-game.[149] Iron Bundle is a futuristic Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonDelibird,[121] a bird-like Pokémon which resemblesSanta Claus.[155] Iron Hands is a futuristic Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonHariyama,[121] a Pokémon resembling asumo wrestler.[156] Iron Jugulis is a futuristic Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonHydreigon,[121] a Pokémon resembling ahydra.[44] Iron Moth is a futuristic Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonVolcarona,[121] a moth-like Pokémon.[153] Iron Thorns is a futuristic Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonTyranitar,[121] aGodzilla-resembling Pokémon.[44] Specifically, it may be a reference toMechagodzilla,[44] the robotic counterpart ofGodzilla. | ||
| Iron Bundle Tetsunotsutsumi (テツノツツミ) (0991) | Ice / Water | No evolution | |||
| Iron Hands Tetsunokaina (テツノカイナ) (0992) | Fighting / Electric | No evolution | |||
| Iron Jugulis Tetsunokoube (テツノコウベ) (0993) | Dark / Flying | No evolution | |||
| Iron Moth Tetsunodokuga (テツノドクガ) (0994) | Fire / Poison | No evolution | |||
| Iron Thorns Tetsunoibara (テツノイバラ) (0995) | Rock / Electric | No evolution | |||
| Frigibax Sebie (セビエ) (0996) | Dragon / Ice | — | Arctibax (#997) | Frigibax is a small dragon-like Pokémon. It evolves into Arctibax, which evolves into Baxcalibur.[157] Baxcalibur is a large ice dragon Pokémon resembling aSpinosaurus and akaiju, and belongs to the fanmade category known as "pseudo-legendary Pokémon",[158] characterizing typically Dragon-type Pokémon with a three-stage evolution line and a high base stat total.[159] | |
| Arctibax Segōru (セゴール) (0997) | Dragon / Ice | Frigibax (#996) | Baxcalibur (#998) | ||
| Baxcalibur Segureibu (セグレイブ) (0998) | Dragon / Ice | Arctibax (#997) | Mega Evolution | ||
| Gimmighoul Korekurē (コレクレー) (0999) | Ghost | — | Gholdengo (#1000) | Gimmighoul is a small Pokémon that hides intreasure chests. It has two forms: the chest form and a "Roaming Form" which leaves the chest and wanders by itself carrying a single coin. The Roaming Form can only be obtained viaPokémon Go.[160] Prior to its reveal, a special website was made, depicting Gimmighoul's chest, which eventually opened up following Gimmighoul's reveal, serving as an information hub for information related to the Pokémon. Gimmighoul also appeared inGo prior to its announcement, where, following an in-game event, it followed players around the map.[161] Gimmighoul evolves into Gholdengo when it is leveled up after a total of 999 Gimmighoul Coins are gathered by the player. Gholdengo is a golden-bodied Pokémon that often travels by summoning a golden board that it surfs on.[162] | |
| Gholdengo Sāfugō (サーフゴー) (1000) | Steel / Ghost | Gimmighoul (#999) | — | ||
| Wo-Chien Chionjen (チオンジェン) (1001) | Dark / Grass | No evolution | Wo-Chien, Chien-Pao, Ting-Lu, and Chi-Yu are a group of fourLegendary Pokémon which appear inPokémon Scarlet andViolet. The four were trapped in shrines due to their rampage and destruction,[163] requiring the player to seek out "stakes" that keep the shrine sealed in order for the player to encounter the four.[164] Wo-Chien is asnail-like Pokémon composed of a moss-like substance, with a "shell" of numerous wooden tablets on its back. In the game's lore, the tablets are said to contain the misdeeds of the Paldean King from a thousand years ago, with the writer's grudge causing Wo-Chien to be given life. It can drain the life force of plants, leading to areas surrounding it becoming barren of life.[163] Chien-Pao is asnow leopard-like Pokémon composed of snow and ice which has the broken halves of a sword acting as fangs. In the game's lore, the hatred of those slain by the sword caused Chien-Pao to be given life. It can control snow and plays on top ofavalanches it causes.[163] Ting-Lu is adeer ormoose-like Pokémon composed of rock, with ajade-likevessel adorned on top of its head. In the game's lore, it's said that the fear humanity harbored for millennia was what caused Ting-Lu to be given life. It is strong enough to createfissures 160-feet deep.[163] Chi-Yu is agoldfish-like Pokémon composed of fire. It hasbeads adorned around its eyes. In the game's lore, the beads are said to be filled with the envy of those who wanted to have them. Chi-Yu's body is capable of producing flames hot enough to melt rock.[163] | ||
| Chien-Pao Paojian (パオジアン) (1002) | Dark / Ice | No evolution | |||
| Ting-Lu Dinrū (ディンルー) (1003) | Dark / Ground | No evolution | |||
| Chi-Yu Īyui (イーユイ) (1004) | Dark / Fire | No evolution | |||
| Roaring Moon Todorokutsuki (トドロクツキ) (1005) | Dragon / Dark | No evolution | Roaring Moon and Iron Valiant are Paradox Pokémon – Pokémon which hail from different time periods than normal Pokémon – which appear inPokémon Scarlet andViolet. Roaring Moon hails from the distant past, while Iron Valiant hails from the distant future.[147] They are stated to hail from alternative realities in theDLC expansion for the game,The Indigo Disk.[121] Roaring Moon is an ancient Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonSalamence, a draconic Pokémon. It notably appears similar to Salamence'sMega Evolved form.[165] Iron Valiant is a futuristic Paradox Pokémon resembling the Pokémon Gallade andGardevoir, a pair of humanoid Pokémon.[166] | ||
| Iron Valiant Tetsunobujin (テツノブジン) (1006) | Fairy / Fighting | No evolution | |||
| Koraidon Koraidon (コライドン) (1007) | Fighting / Dragon | No evolution | Koraidon and Miraidon are Legendary Pokémon that serve as the mascots ofPokémon Scarlet andPokémon Violet, respectively.[167] They are Paradox Pokémon, with Koraidon hailing from the past and Miraidon from the future. They both resemble Cyclizar.[121] A specific Koraidon or Miraidon, depending on the player's version, serves as a major supporting character in-game. It is in a weakened state,[168] and serves as the player's mount.[169] It regains power throughout the game, and after defeating the games' final boss, the player will gain the ability to use the respective Pokémon in battle.[168] Koraidon and Miraidon have additional forms, which are used for riding, gliding, and swimming.[169] Another specific Koraidon or Miraidon, depending on the version, serves as an antagonist. It is aggressive, having defeated the player's Koraidon or Miraidon in a territorial struggle before the events of the games.[170] It is eventually used in the final battle by the Professor's AI duplicates,[170] and can be captured after defeating them.[168] Their names hail from "Korai" and "Mirai", which mean past and future in Japanese, with the -don suffix being a reference todinosaurs.[169] Koraidon and Miraidon's character development and growth throughout the story ofScarlet andViolet has been praised.[171] | ||
| Miraidon Miraidon (ミライドン) (1008) | Electric / Dragon | No evolution | |||
| Walking Wake Uneruminamo (ウネルミナモ) (1009) | Water / Dragon | No evolution | Walking Wake and Iron Leaves are Paradox Pokémon – Pokémon which hail from different time periods than normal Pokémon – which appear inPokémon Scarlet andViolet. Walking Wake hails from the distant past, while Iron Leaves hails from the distant future.[147] They are stated to hail from alternative realities in theDLC expansion for the game,The Indigo Disk.[121] The pair were first announced as part of an event where players could battle one of the pair in special Teraraid battles depending on their version of the game. The event was later rerun multiple times.[172] Walking Wake is an ancient Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonSuicune,[173] a Legendary Pokémon which first appeared inPokémon GoldandSilver.[174] Iron Leaves is a futuristic Paradox Pokémon which resemblesVirizion,[173] a Legendary Pokémon which first appeared inPokémon BlackandWhite.[175] | ||
| Iron Leaves Tetsunoisaha (テツノイサハ) (1010) | Grass / Psychic | No evolution | |||
| Dipplin Kamitchu (カミッチュ) (1011) | Grass / Dragon | Applin (#840) | Hydrapple (#1019) | Dipplin consists of two worm-like Pokémon inhabiting a large syrupy apple resembling acandy apple, which debuted in "The Teal Mask" DLC inPokémon Scarlet andViolet.[176] It evolves fromApplin, a worm-like Pokémon that inhabits an apple, which debuted inPokémon SwordandShield.[177][178] Dipplin evolves into Hydrapple.[176] | |
| Poltchageist Chadesu (チャデス) (1012) | Grass / Ghost | — | Sinistcha (#1013) | Poltchageist is amatcha-like Pokémon that debuted in "The Teal Mask" DLC inPokémon Scarlet andViolet. It was announced on August 22, 2023, through a trailer entailing a ghost story. According to Poltchageist's tale, it was created by a shunned tea master due to the master's strict lessons, with Poltchageist being created shortly after his death. Poltchageist uses its matcha to suck the life force of its victims.[179][180] It bears similarities toSinistea, which debuted inPokémon SwordandShield, but is a different species without biological association to Sinistea, their similarities likely a result ofconvergent evolution. It evolves into Sinistcha, which bears similarities toPolteageist, Sinistea's evolution.[181] | |
| Sinistcha Yabasocha (ヤバソチャ) (1013) | Grass / Ghost | Poltchageist (#1012) | — | ||
| Okidogi Iineinu (イイネイヌ) (1014) | Poison / Fighting | No evolution | Okidogi, Munkidori, and Fezandipiti are a trio of Legendary Pokémon. The three appear to reference the legend ofMomotarō, as the three resemble the animals in the tale: Okidogi is adog, Munkidori amonkey, and Fezandipiti apheasant. In the region of Kitakami, the three are worshipped as "defenders" and dubbed the "Loyal Three" which protected them from the "ogre" Ogerpon. It is later revealed via a plot twist that the three were the attackers, and not Ogerpon. Pecharunt is stated to have bound them via a spell to obey it, and it ordered the three to steal Ogerpon's masks to satiate the desires of its foster parents. Ogerpon retaliated, killing the three.[8] During the plot ofThe Teal Mask DLC forPokémon Scarlet andViolet, they must be defeated by the player to get Ogerpon's masks back.[182] | ||
| Munkidori Mashimashira (マシマシラ) (1015) | Poison / Psychic | No evolution | |||
| Fezandipiti Kichikigisu (キチキギス) (1016) | Poison / Fairy | No evolution | |||
| Ogerpon Ōgapon (オーガポン) (1017) | Grass | No evolution | Ogerpon is amask-wearing Legendary Pokémon that debuted in "The Teal Mask" DLC inPokémon Scarlet andViolet. It appears to be based on theoni in the legend ofMomotarō. Ogerpon has multiple masks, which were made for it and its human friend by a kind mask maker in the distant past in order to disguise their appearances from the hostile people of Kitakami. The Loyal Three and Pecharunt sought to obtain the masks, but after they killed Ogerpon's friend while he was defending Ogerpon, Ogerpon killed them in retaliation. The battle led to Ogerpon being shunned as an evil being by the people of Kitakami.[8] Ogerpon is idolized by the young boy Kieran, and the player's capture of Ogerpon angers Kieran to a point that he grows distant from them and his sister, Carmine.[183] When Terastallized, Ogerpon can adopt a unique form depending on the Mask it holds.[184] | ||
| Grass / Water | Wellspring Ogerpon is the form Ogerpon takes while holding one of its masks, the Wellspring Mask. This changes Ogerpon's typing, and further changes its form when Terastallized.[184] | ||||
| Grass / Fire | Hearthflame Ogerpon is the form Ogerpon takes while holding one of its masks, the Hearthflame Mask. This changes Ogerpon's typing, and further changes its form when Terastallized.[184] | ||||
| Grass / Rock | Cornerstone Ogerpon is the form Ogerpon takes while holding one of its masks, the Cornerstone Mask. This changes Ogerpon's typing, and further changes its form when Terastallized.[184] | ||||
| Archaludon Burijurasu (ブリジュラス) (1018) | Steel / Dragon | Duraludon (#884) | — | Archaludon is abridge-like dragon Pokémon that debuted inThe Indigo Disk DLC expansion inPokémon Scarlet andViolet.[185][186] It is the evolution ofDuraludon, a Pokémon introduced inPokémon SwordandShield.[187] | |
| Hydrapple Kamitsuorochi (カミツオロチ) (1019) | Grass / Dragon | Dipplin (#1012) | — | Hydrapple is the evolution of Dipplin, which was released as part ofThe Indigo Disk DLC expansion inPokémon Scarlet andViolet. It is composed of seven individual serpentine Pokémon called "syrpents" inhabiting a large syrupy apple.[188][189] | |
| Gouging Fire Ugatsuhomura (ウガツホムラ) (1020) | Fire / Dragon | No evolution | Gouging Fire, Raging Bolt, Iron Boulder, and Iron Crown are Paradox Pokémon – Pokémon which hail from different time periods than normal Pokémon – which appear inPokémon Scarlet andViolet. Gouging Fire and Raging Bolt hail from the distant past, while Iron Boulder and Iron Crown hail from the distant future.[147] They are stated to hail from alternative realities in theDLC expansion for the game,The Indigo Disk.[121] Gouging Fire and Raging Bolt are ancient Paradox Pokémon resembling the PokémonEntei andRaikou,[173][190] Legendary Pokémon which first appeared inPokémon GoldandSilver.[174] Iron Boulder and Iron Crown are futuristic Paradox Pokémon which resemble Terrakion and Cobalion,[191][173] Legendary Pokémon which first appeared inPokémon BlackandWhite.[175] | ||
| Raging Bolt Takeruraiko (タケルライコ) (1021) | Electric / Dragon | No evolution | |||
| Iron Boulder Tetsunoiwao (テツノイワオ) (1022) | Rock / Psychic | No evolution | |||
| Iron Crown Tetsunokashira (テツノカシラ) (1023) | Steel / Psychic | No evolution | |||
| Terapagos Terapagosu (テラパゴス) (1024) | Normal | No evolution | Terapagos is aturtle-like Legendary Pokémon that debuted in "The Indigo Disk" DLC inPokémon Scarlet and Violet. It is believed in-universe to have a special tie to the Terastal phenomenon, and can manipulate Terastal energy in-battle.[192] It appears in three forms: a smaller "Normal Form", an in-battle "Terastal Form",[193] and a more powerful form it uses when Terastallized known as the "Stellar Form". When encountered and caught, it unlocks a new Tera Type called "Stellar".[194] A Terapagos appears in the anime seriesPokémon Horizons: The Series, where it plays a major role.[195] | ||
| Pecharunt Momowarou (モモワロウ) (1025) | Poison / Ghost | No evolution | Pecharunt is apeach-like Mythical Pokémon that debuted in a special, timed exclusive eventPokémon Scarlet andViolet.[196] Pecharunt is based on the legend ofMomotarō, with Pecharunt's purple peach-like appearance being based on the titular character. Pecharunt, like Momotarō, was raised from a peach by two elderly people. Pecharunt highly enjoyed their praise, and it fed them some of itsmochi, which corrupted the elderly people and made them greedy. They had Pecharunt retrieve things for their desires, eventually leading to Pecharunt being told to steal Ogerpon's masks. Pecharunt went on a journey, recruiting Okidogi, Munkidori, and Fezandipiti in the process, eventually arriving in Kitakami. While stealing the masks, they accidentally killed Ogerpon's friend, leading to Ogerpon attacking in retaliation. While its companions were killed, Pecharunt was sent into dormancy by the attack.[8] It reawakens during the events of the story, using its mochi to mind control the people of Kitakami to do its bidding before being captured by the player.[196] | ||
| Name[nb 1] | Type(s) | Evolves from | Evolves into | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tauros Kentarosu (ケンタロス) (0128) | Fighting | No evolution | This form of Tauros is known as "Combat Breed" Paldean Tauros.[197] It and its other forms are believed to be inspired by bullfighting and theOsborne bull, a popular form of iconography depicting a bull.[30] James Turner designed all three forms of Paldean Tauros.[198] | ||
| Fighting / Fire | This form of Tauros is known as "Blaze Breed" Paldean Tauros, and is only able to be captured inPokémon Scarlet. It gains an additional "Fire" typing.[197] | ||||
| Fighting / Water | This form of Tauros is known as "Aqua Breed" Paldean Tauros, and is only able to be captured inPokémon Violet. It gains an additional "Water" typing.[197] | ||||
| Wooper Upā (ウパー) (0194) | Poison / Ground | — | Clodsire (#980) | Wooper is based on anaxolotl.[199] Unlike itscounterpart from Johto, it is a Poison and Ground-type.[200] Paldean Wooper was praised for its cute design,[201][202] being affectionately nicknamed "Pooper" by fans.[202] | |
| Name[nb 1] | Type(s) | Evolves from | Evolves into | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Raichu Raichū (ライチュウ) (0026) | Electric | Raichu (#026) | — | MegaRaichu X and Y are the Mega Evolved forms of Raichu, a Pokémon who first appeared in the 1996 gamesPokémon Red andBlue.[203]Similar toCharizard andMewtwo, Raichu received two Mega Evolutions in the form of Mega Raichu X and Mega Raichu Y.[204] Both forms resemble their respective letter. Mega Raichu X gains a second tail, and the electromagnetism of both allows it to float in the air. Mega Raichu Y has gained additional electrical power, which it uses to unleash instantaneous power. It has gained a combative temperament as a result.[205] | |
| Mega Clefable Pikushī (ピクシー) (0036) | Fairy / Flying | Clefable (#0036) | — | MegaClefable is the Mega Evolved form of Clefable, a Pokémon that debuted in the 1996 gamesPokémon Red andBlue. Mega Clefable gains large pink wings made ofmoonlight, though it does not use them to fly, instead levitating.[206] | |
| Mega Victreebel Utsubotto (ウツボット) (0071) | Grass / Poison | Victreebel (#071) | — | MegaVictreebel is theMega Evolved form of Victreebel, a Pokémon that debuted in the 1996 gamesPokémon Red andBlue. Mega Victreebel has so much acid within its body that it uses its vine to constrict its throat and stop the acid from overflowing from its mouth.[207] | |
| Mega Starmie Sutāmī (スターミー) (0121) | Water / Psychic | Starmie (#0121) | — | MegaStarmie is the Mega Evolved form of Starmie,[208] a Pokémon that debuted in the 1996 gamesPokémon Red andBlue.[209] Mega Starmie looks identical to base Starmie, but gains two human-like legs which it can use to run around.[210] | |
| Mega Dragonite Kairyū (カイリュー) (0149) | Dragon / Flying | Dragonite (#149) | — | MegaDragonite is the Mega Evolved form of Dragonite, a Pokémon that debuted in the 1996 gamesPokémon Red andBlue. Unlike regular Dragonite, Mega Dragonite incorporates several design aspects similar toDragonair, a Pokémon which evolves into Dragonite. These aspects include wings on Dragonite's head and a pearl on its tail.[211] | |
| Mega Meganium Meganium (メガニウム) (0154) | Grass / Fairy | Meganium (#154) | — | MegaMeganium is the Mega Evolved form of Meganium, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 1999 gamesPokémon Gold andSilver. Several more flowers sprout from Mega Meganium's neck.[206] | |
| Mega Feraligatr Ōdairu (オーダイル) (0160) | Water / Dragon | Feraligatr (#160) | — | MegaFeraligatr is the Mega Evolved form of Feraligatr, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 1999 gamesPokémon Gold andSilver. Mega Feraligatr gains a large red helmet that closes down on its spiked arms.[212] These combine to form a more powerful set of jaws.[206] | |
| Mega Skarmory Eāmudo (エアームド) (0227) | Steel / Flying | Skarmory (#227) | — | MegaSkarmory is the Mega Evolved form of Skarmory, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 1999 gamesPokémon Gold andSilver. Mega Skarmory becomes gold and gains a more "fierce demeanor".[206] | |
| Mega Chimecho Chirīn (チリーン) (0358) | Psychic / Steel | Chimecho (#358) | — | MegaChimecho is the Mega Evolved form of Chimecho, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2002 gamesPokémon Ruby andSapphire. Mega Chimecho six smaller copies of itself appear, and when it makes sound, the copies resonate with Mega Chimecho and power up its attacks.[213] | |
| Mega Froslass Yukimenoko (ユキメノコ) (0478) | Ice / Ghost | Froslass (#478) | — | MegaFroslass is the Mega Evolved form of Froslass, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2006 gamesPokémon Diamond andPearl. Mega Froslass grows significantly taller, resembling an "ice maiden wearing akimono."[206] | |
| Mega Emboar Enbuō (エンブオー) (0500) | Fire / Fighting | Emboar (#500) | — | MegaEmboar is the Mega Evolved form of Emboar, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2010 gamesPokémon Black andWhite. Mega Emboar's hair is now in the shape of a crown, and it wields a spear made of fire.[212] Its appearance is inspired byZhang Fei and overall resembles a warrior of theThree Kingdoms.[206] | |
| Mega Excadrill Doryūzu (ドリュウズ) (0530) | Ground / Steel | Excadrill (#530) | — | MegaExcadrill is the Mega Evolved form of Excadrill, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2010 gamesPokémon Black andWhite. Mega Excadrill's drill-like appendages grow significantly larger, and can combine together to form a much larger drill.[206] | |
| Mega Scolipede Pendorā (ペンドラー) (0545) | Bug / Poison | Scolipede (#545) | — | MegaScolipede is the Mega Evolved form of Scolipede, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2010 gamesPokémon Black andWhite. Mega Scolipede gains a layer of armor, with its antennae becoming larger and more venomous.[206] | |
| Mega Scrafty Zuruzukin (ズルズキン) (0560) | Dark / Fighting | Scrafty (#560) | — | MegaScrafty is the Mega Evolved form of Scrafty,[206] a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2010 gamesPokémon Black andWhite.[214] Scrafty gains white cloth around its body, which is stated to be its own shed skin.[206] | |
| Mega Eelektross Shibirudon (シビルドン) (0604) | Electric | Eelektross (#604) | — | MegaEelektross is the Mega Evolved form of Eelektross, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2010 gamesPokémon Black andWhite. Mega Eelektross gains two new fish-like appendages called "falseEelektrik" made out ofmucus.[206] | |
| Mega Chandelure Shandera (シャンデラ) (0609) | Ghost / Fire | Chandelure (#609) | — | MegaChandelure is the Mega Evolved form of Chandelure, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2010 gamesPokémon Black andWhite. Mega Chandelure resembles a more extravagantchandelier. One of its two eyes links directly to the afterlife, and Mega Chandelure can draw in hatred to convert into power.[206] | |
| Mega Chesnaught Burigaron (ブリガロン) (0652) | Grass / Fighting | Chesnaught (#652) | — | MegaChesnaught is the Mega Evolved form of Chesnaught, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2013 gamesPokémon X andY. Mega Chesnaught gains a more regal look, including gaining a cape. It has large shoulder pauldrons it can detach and attack enemies with.[215] | |
| Mega Delphox Mafokushī (マフォクシー) (0655) | Fire / Psychic | Delphox (#655) | — | MegaDelphox is the Mega Evolved form of Delphox, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2013 gamesPokémon X andY. Mega Delphox gains three flaming broomsticks it uses as weapons,[215] including one that it rides around on.[206] | |
| Mega Greninja Gekkōga (ゲッコウガ) (0658) | Water / Dark | Greninja (#658) | — | MegaGreninja is the Mega Evolved form of Greninja, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2013 gamesPokémon X andY. Mega Greninja hangs upside down on a shuriken made of its own mucus, and uses its tongue to trap opponents.[215] | |
| Mega Pyroar Kaenjishi (カエンジシ) (0668) | Fire / Normal | Pyroar (#668) | — | MegaPyroar is the Mega Evolved form of Pyroar, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2013 gamesPokémon X andY. Mega Pyroar's mane grows significantly larger when it Mega Evolves.[206] | |
| Mega Floette Furaette (フラエッテ) (0670) | Fairy | Floette (#670) | — | MegaFloette is the Mega Evolved form of Floette, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2013 gamesPokémon X andY. Regular Floette cannot Mega Evolve, with only a special Floette owned by the character AZ being capable of Mega Evolution.[216] | |
| Mega Malamar Karamanero (カラマネロ) (0687) | Dark / Psychic | Malamar (#687) | — | MegaMalamar is the Mega Evolved form of Malamar, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2013 gamesPokémon X andY. Mega Malamar has a significantly larger brain, which grants it stronger hypnotic abilities.[217] These abilities let Malamar rewrite people's personalities and memories, changing them into completely different people if it wishes.[218] | |
| Mega Barbaracle Gamenodesu (ガメノデス) (0689) | Rock / Fighting | Barbaracle (#689) | — | MegaBarbaracle is the Mega Evolved form of Barbaracle, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2013 gamesPokémon X andY. It gains substantially more arms and becomes more visually intimidating.[206] | |
| Mega Dragalge Doramidoro (ドラミドロ) (0691) | Poison / Dragon | Dragalge (#691) | — | MegaDragalge is the Mega Evolved form of Dragalge, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2013 gamesPokémon X andY. Mega Dragalge's head protrusions grow much longer, and it gains bulbs on its head resembling antlers.[219] | |
| Mega Hawlucha Ruchaburu (ルチャブル) (0701) | Fighting / Flying | Hawlucha (#701) | — | MegaHawlucha is the Mega Evolved form of Hawlucha, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2013 gamesPokémon X andY. Mega Hawlucha has a golden cape and chest piece. It uses its muscles to tank hits from its opponents. The Mega Evolution was revealed in a short film on August 28, 2025 showing of a matchup between it and aMachamp.[220] | |
| Mega Zygarde Jigarude (ジガルデ) (0718) | Dragon / Ground | Zygarde (#718) | — | MegaZygarde is the Mega Evolved form of Zygarde, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2013 gamesPokémon X andY. Zygarde can only Mega Evolve in its "Complete Forme". Mega Zygarde's body changes, gaining a massive cannon above its head. When it Mega Evolves, it gains the special move "Nihil Light", which it can only use while Mega Evolved.[206][221] | |
| Mega Drampa Jijīron (ジジーロン) (0780) | Normal / Dragon | Drampa (#780) | — | MegaDrampa is the Mega Evolved form of Drampa, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2016 gamesPokémon Sun andMoon. Mega Drampa's body changes to resemble a thundercloud, and gains the ability to manipulate the atmosphere. The Mega Evolution allows Mega Drampa to regain its youth, granting it more power.[206] | |
| Mega Zeraora Zeraora (ゼラオラ) (0807) | Electric | Zeraora (#807) | — | MegaZeraora is the Mega Evolved form of Zeraora, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2017 gamesPokémon Ultra Sun andUltraMoon. Its color scheme changes from primarily yellow to primarily black,[222] with protrusions on its body that concentrate electric energy and emit a blue light. The electric energy in its body is the equivalent of ten bolts of lightning.[223] | |
| Mega Falinks Tairētsu (タイレーツ) (0870) | Fighting | Falinks (#870) | — | MegaFalinks is the Mega Evolved form of Falinks, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2019 gamesPokémon SwordandShield. The six members of Mega Falinks work together to attain a form resembling a bipedal swordsman.[206] | |
| Mega Baxcalibur Segureibu (セグレイブ) (0998) | Ice / Dragon | Baxcalibur (#998) | — | MegaBaxcalibur is the Mega Evolved form of Baxcalibur, a Pokémon which first appeared in the 2022 gamesPokémon Scarlet andViolet. The blade on Baxcalibur's back has grown substantially larger, allowing it to cleave through nearly anything in its path.[213] | |
The designs of many of the Pokémon have received criticism sinceScarlet andViolet's release. Some fans of the series responded negatively to many designs from the games when the games were leaked prior to release.[224] Stacey Henley, writing forTheGamer, criticized the designs of the Pokémon in the game. Though she found several of the designs to be of a high standard, such as Skeledirge, Dachsbun, Pawmot, and Finizen, she felt that the majority of the designs in the game were not up to the standard of other entries in the series.[225] Ben Sledge, also writing forTheGamer, additionally criticized the generation's Legendary Pokémon designs as being uninspired or unappealing, stating that "They're barely even creatures, they're just animals with weird colour palettes."[226]
Joe Parlock ofTheGamer praised the sleek designs of the starters and the designs of several other Pokémon, including Smoliv, Fidough, Koraidon, and Miraidon. He described the individuality of the designs and how each of the designs helped build Paldea's culture, stating that it was "the most holistic approach to Pokémon design we've seen in decades."[227] In a discussion amongNintendo Life staff about the best designs in the generation, the group highlighted many Pokémon, including Glimmora, Tandemaus, and Charcadet. Writer Kate Gray praised the "weirder" designs of generation IX, including Tandemaus and several species based around the concept ofconvergent evolution, while writer Alan Hagues thought that many of the middle and final evolutions had appealing designs, and that the generation overall had simple yet strong art design.[228] Numerous individual designs have had their designs positively highlighted by critics, such as Grafaiai,[229] Greavard,[125][230] Quaquaval,[231][232] Fidough,[54][233][234] and Lechonk.[235][236][237] Several designs have also been described as being popular with theLGBTQ+ community, such as Quaquaval.[238][239] Dod Seitz ofTheGamer additionally described the queer positivity of designs such as Quaquaval and Maushold, also expressing how Iron Valiant served as a positive example of anandrogynous ornon-binary character design.[240]
Ana Diaz, writing forPolygon, believed that many species, most notably Flamigo, Palafin, and Maushold, had unique and powerful traits in gameplay. She hoped that they would allow for a more fun competitive environment for players.[241] Several Pokémon, such as Annihilape,[242] Palafin,[243] Flutter Mane,[243][244] Iron Bundle,[243] and Houndstone,[243][244] ended up being particularly powerful in popular fan-run competitive formats. This led to them being banned from standard competitive formats, with their use only being allowed in more restricted ones.[243]
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