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This article is about the species. For a specific instance of this species, seeKoraidon (disambiguation).

Koraidon Paradox Pokémon コライドン Koraidon #1007 Images on the Bulbagarden Archives
Type Fighting Dragon Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown	Ability Orichalcum Pulse Cacophony Cacophony Cacophony Hidden Ability Cacophony Hidden Ability Cacophony Cacophony
Gender ratio Gender unknown	Catch rate 3(1.6%)
Breeding Egg Group No Eggs Discovered Hatch time 50 cycles Egg not obtainable
Height 8'02" 2.5 m Koraidon 0'0" 0 m {{{form2}}} 0'0" 0 m {{{form3}}} 0'0" 0 m {{{form4}}} 0'0" 0 m {{{form5}}} 0'0" 0 m {{{form6}}} 0'0" 0 m {{{form7}}}	Weight 668.0 lbs. 303.0 kg Koraidon 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form2}}} 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form3}}} 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form4}}} 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form5}}} 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form6}}} 0 lbs. 0 kg {{{form7}}}
Mega Stone [[|]] [[|]]
Base experience yield Unknown Gen. IV Unknown IV 335	Leveling rate Slow
EV yield Total: 3 Koraidon 0 HP 3 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed
Shape	Footprint {{{form2}}}
Pokédex color   Red	Base friendship 0
External Links On Smogon Pokédex Artwork on Bulbagarden Archives

Koraidon (Japanese:コライドンKoraidon) is a dual-typeFighting/DragonLegendaryParadox Pokémon introduced inGeneration IX.

While it is not known toevolve into or from any other Pokémon, Koraidon is said to be either an ancient relative ofCyclizar or a version of it from a parallel timeline. It also has a futuristic counterpart,Miraidon.

Koraidon canchange forms as it traverses varying terrain and adapts to different situations.

• When it is at full strength and in abattle, it is in itsApex Build.
• Outside of a battle or when it has little power, it is in itsLimited Build.
• When it is sprinting on the land, it is in itsSprinting Build.
• When it is swimming in the water, it is in itsSwimming Build.
• When it is gliding in the sky, it is in itsGliding Build.

Koraidon is thegame mascot ofPokémon Scarlet, appearing on the game's box art in its Apex Build. In theScarlet Book, it is also known as the "Winged King" (Japanese:ツバサノオウTsubasano'ou). Koraidon and Miraidon are often collectively referred to as theParadox duo by fans.

Biology

Koraidon is a large,reptilianPokémon primarily covered in scarlet feathers with white accents on its cheeks, upper body, thighs, and tail. Its most notable feature is a tire-likegular sac on its throat, which inflates and deflates depending on its form. Koraidon's head has acrest of feathers and a pair of long, twisted, brow-plume-like tendrils. Additional feathers at the base of its tail transition from blue to purple and end in white tips, creating a striking appearance. Its eyes have yellow sclerae, orange irises, and brown pupils, with red plumes giving the impression of eyebrows. Koraidon's body is adorned with blue markings on its elbows and shoulders, as well as blue frills down its neck. From each shoulder, a curved, handlebar-like structure extends backward. It has webbed feet, each with four claws; the two central claws are sometimes held close together, making it appear as though there are only three. The gular sac and base of its tail share a grooved texture, but the sac is also lined with spikes.

The origins of Koraidon in the present day trace back to atime machine constructed byProfessor Sada, which brought two specimens toArea Zero a decade ago. These two individuals displayed contrasting temperaments:one was friendly and curious, while theother was aggressive and territorial. 200 years prior to the events ofPokémon Scarlet,Heath also encountered a Koraidon, as seen in theScarlet Book, though it is unclear how it arrived in Area Zero at the time. Koraidon bears a resemblance to the modern-dayCyclizar, though it is known to be far more ferocious and muscular. According toAI Sada, Koraidon is an ancient relative of Cyclizar, though a version of Professor Sada that appeared at theCrystal Pool instead suggests that Koraidon is an alternate timeline version of Cyclizar. It was formerly referred to as the "Winged King" in the Scarlet Book, with its current name coined by Professor Sada, potentially as a result of abootstrap paradox. Its ecology and other features remain a mystery. Though cautious aroundhumans, its curiosity sometimes leads it to play with them.

Koraidon is theonly known Pokémon capable of learning themoveCollision Course. It is also theonly known Pokémon that can haveOrichalcum Pulse as anAbility.

Forms

Koraidon has five forms: Apex Build, Limited Build, Sprinting Build, Swimming Build, and Gliding Build. In all of its travel forms, Koraidon's tail stays tucked in, displaying a pattern similar to that found on its gular sac.

Apex Build

Limited Build

Sprinting Build

Swimming Build

Gliding Build

Apex Build

In its Apex Build, Koraidon shifts to a bipedal stance and adopts a poised, battle-ready posture. The feathers on its head and rear unfold and stand upright, forming a crest that resembles awar bonnet. The gular sac on its throat inflates, displaying a red, gear-like pattern, while the base of its tail becomes more robust. Koraidon's claws spread apart, revealing the white membranes between its toes. According toArven, this is Koraidon's true form.

Aware of its formidable strength, Apex Build Koraidon exudes confidence and rarely feels threatened. Its power surges underharsh sunlight due to anancient energy coursing through its body. Duringbattle, Koraidon willunfurl its wings and crash into its targets with explosive force. It leverages its immense strength and array of natural weapons to overpower opponents, including powerful jaws, sharp claws, and a sturdy tail. Its legs possess extraordinary strength, allowing it to leap over 65 feet into the air and use the momentum from its falls for devastating kicks and body slams.^[1] It is said to have the power to shatter the ground with its fists alone.

Limited Build

In its Limited Build, Koraidon adopts a quadrupedal stance. The feathers on its head and rear are folded and closed, and the gular sac retracts, exposing a tire-like protrusion. The webbing between its claws is not visible, as its central claws stay close together. Koraidon typically takes on this form when weakened or not engaging in s battle.

Sprinting Build

In its Sprinting Build, Koraidon tucks its tail, causing it to resemble a motorcycle. It runs on all fours, allowing it to reach high speeds and climb steep cliffs.^[2]

Swimming Build

In its Swimming Build, the gular sac inflates, enabling Koraidon to float on water. It propels itself through rivers, lakes, and oceans by paddling with its webbed feet.^[2]

Gliding Build

In its Gliding Build, the tendrils on Koraidon's head unfurl into wings, allowing it to glide or even fly through the sky.^[2][3]

Game data

NPC appearances

• Pokémon Scarlet: AKoraidon is a major character in the game, accompanying theplayer throughout their journey. Another more aggressiveKoraidon is also a major character, playing an antagonistic role.

Pokédex entries

Koraidon in thePaldea Pokédex

Game locations

In side games

In events

Stats

Base stats

Type effectiveness

Learnset

Koraidon is available inPokémon Scarlet and Violet.

Byleveling up

ByTM

Generation IX Other generations: None

TM   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP  TM001 TM001 Take Down Normal Physical 09090 085}}85% 20 TM004 TM004 Agility Psychic Status 0000— 00—}}—% 30 TM005 TM005 Mud-Slap Ground Special 02020 100}}100% 10 TM006 TM006 Scary Face Normal Status 0000— 100}}100% 10 TM007 TM007 Protect Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TM008 TM008 Fire Fang Fire Physical 06565 095}}95% 15 TM009 TM009 Thunder Fang Electric Physical 06565 095}}95% 15 TM010 TM010 Ice Fang Ice Physical 06565 095}}95% 15 TM012 TM012 Low Kick Fighting Physical 0000— 100}}100% 20 TM014 TM014 Acrobatics Flying Physical 05555 100}}100% 15 TM024 TM024 Fire Spin Fire Special 03535 085}}85% 15 TM025 TM025 Facade Normal Physical 07070 100}}100% 20 TM028 TM028 Bulldoze Ground Physical 06060 100}}100% 20 TM030 TM030 Snarl Dark Special 05555 095}}95% 15 TM035 TM035 Mud Shot Ground Special 05555 095}}95% 15 TM038 TM038 Flame Charge Fire Physical 05050 100}}100% 20 TM039 TM039 Low Sweep Fighting Physical 06565 100}}100% 20 TM044 TM044 Dragon Tail Dragon Physical 06060 090}}90% 10 TM047 TM047 Endure Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TM049 TM049 Sunny Day Fire Status 0000— 00—}}—% 5 TM055 TM055 Dig Ground Physical 08080 100}}100% 10 TM058 TM058 Brick Break Fighting Physical 07575 100}}100% 15 TM059 TM059 Zen Headbutt Psychic Physical 08080 090}}90% 15 TM060 TM060 U-turn Bug Physical 07070 100}}100% 20 TM061 TM061 Shadow Claw Ghost Physical 07070 100}}100% 15 TM064 TM064 Bulk Up Fighting Status 0000— 00—}}—% 20 TM066 TM066 Body Slam Normal Physical 08585 100}}100% 15 TM070 TM070 Sleep Talk Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TM073 TM073 Drain Punch Fighting Physical 07575 100}}100% 10 TM078 TM078 Dragon Claw Dragon Physical 08080 100}}100% 15 TM084 TM084 Stomping Tantrum Ground Physical 07575 100}}100% 10 TM085 TM085 Rest Psychic Status 0000— 00—}}—% 5 TM087 TM087 Taunt Dark Status 0000— 100}}100% 20 TM088 TM088 Swords Dance Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 20 TM089 TM089 Body Press Fighting Physical 08080 100}}100% 10 TM099 TM099 Iron Head Steel Physical 08080 100}}100% 15 TM103 TM103 Substitute Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 10 TM108 TM108 Crunch Dark Physical 08080 100}}100% 15 TM115 TM115 Dragon Pulse Dragon Special 08585 100}}100% 10 TM118 TM118 Heat Wave Fire Special 09595 090}}90% 10 TM121 TM121 Heavy Slam Steel Physical 0000— 100}}100% 10 TM125 TM125 Flamethrower Fire Special 09090 100}}100% 15 TM130 TM130 Helping Hand Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 20 TM134 TM134 Reversal Fighting Physical 0000— 100}}100% 15 TM141 TM141 Fire Blast Fire Special 110110 085}}85% 5 TM147 TM147 Wild Charge Electric Physical 09090 100}}100% 15 TM152 TM152 Giga Impact Normal Physical 150150 090}}90% 5 TM156 TM156 Outrage Dragon Physical 120120 100}}100% 10 TM157 TM157 Overheat Fire Special 130130 090}}90% 5 TM158 TM158 Focus Blast Fighting Special 120120 070}}70% 5 TM163 TM163 Hyper Beam Normal Special 150150 090}}90% 5 TM165 TM165 Flare Blitz Fire Physical 120120 100}}100% 15 TM167 TM167 Close Combat Fighting Physical 120120 100}}100% 5 TM168 TM168 Solar Beam Grass Special 120120 100}}100% 10 TM169 TM169 Draco Meteor Dragon Special 130130 090}}90% 5 TM171 TM171 Tera Blast Normal Special 08080 100}}100% 10 TM172 TM172 Roar Normal Status 0000— 00—}}—% 20 TM189 TM189 Heat Crash Fire Physical 0000— 100}}100% 10 TM191 TM191 Uproar Normal Special 09090 100}}100% 10 TM192 TM192 Focus Punch Fighting Physical 150150 100}}100% 20 TM197 TM197 Dual Wingbeat Flying Physical 04040 090}}90% 10 TM200 TM200 Scale Shot Dragon Physical 02525 090}}90% 20 TM204 TM204 Double-Edge Normal Physical 120120 100}}100% 15 TM207 TM207 Temper Flare Fire Physical 07575 100}}100% 10 TM220 TM220 Meteor Beam Rock Special 120120 090}}90% 10 TM222 TM222 Breaking Swipe Dragon Physical 06060 100}}100% 15 TM226 TM226 Dragon Cheer Dragon Status 0000— 00—}}—% 15

Bold indicates a move that getsSTAB when used by Koraidon Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution or an alternate form of Koraidon

Bybreeding

Side game data

Form data

Koraidon can switch between five forms: Apex Build, Limited Build, Sprinting Build, Swimming Build, and Gliding Build.

The Apex Build is the only form of Koraidon that can be used in abattle. Koraidon assumes its Limited Build when it is not battling or has been weakened. The Sprinting, Swimming, and Gliding Builds are used for traveling in the land, water, or air, respectively.

Only Koraidon's Apex Build is recognized as a form in thePokédex. However, its Limited Build is fully usable in battle whenhacked intoPokémon Scarlet and Violet, albeit with various glitches and oddities, and has an unusedPokédex entry. It shares these traits withMiraidon. Koraidon's other forms are 11'6" / 3.5 m tall, which is the same height as Ultimate Mode Miraidon and taller than Apex Build Koraidon.^[4]

Apex Build

Limited Build

Sprinting Build

Swimming Build

Gliding Build

Evolution data

Unevolved Koraidon  Fighting  Dragon

Sprites

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IX.
Cross-Generation HOME

For other sprites and images, please seeKoraidon images on the Bulbagarden Archives.

In animation

Main series

An Apex Build Koraidon debuted in its apost-episode segment that aired withJN137, where it was found byTeam Rocket inPaldea.

Biri-Biri

A Koraidon appeared in the music video forBiri-Biri, under the ownership ofAnna.

In the TCG

Main article:Koraidon (TCG)

Trivia

• Koraidon andMiraidon are the onlyParadox Pokémon:
  • Whose names follow regularPokémon naming conventions.
    • To not have different names between languages.
  • To each have their own uniqueAbilities.
• Of all Pokémon, Koraidon and Miraidon have the highest number of forms that are obtainable in some capacity yet unusable inbattles, as they each use three forms solely for travel and are obtained in their fourth low power forms, yet can only be used in battle in their high power forms.
  • Rotom has five forms that are unusable in battle (Pokédex,Phone,Bike,Rotomi,Drone), but Rotomi and Drone Rotom are completely unobtainable.
• The builds of Koraidon in Japanese and Korean useSino-Japanese andSino-Korean words respectively, showing tradition and the past, while the modes ofMiraidon in the same languages use borrowed words from English, showing modernity.
• Despite being able to swim and fly with the player on its back, Koraidon cannot learnSurf orFly. It shares this trait with its counterpartMiraidon.
• Koraidon is the subject of theHonda Koraidon Project, which seeks to recreate the Pokémon as a mobile model.

Origin

Koraidon may be based on an amalgamation of various lizards, dinosaurs, and vague depictions of European fantasy dragons. It notably resembles theanole and the generaSitana andSarada—the latter two are collectively known as fan-throated lizards. It also has traits from other lizard species, namely the frills of theiguana, the feet of thegecko, and the prehensile tail of thechameleon. It also bears some resemblance to the basilisk, a creature from medieval European mythology particularly popular in the Iberian Peninsula.

Koraidon's feathers may be a reference tofeathered dinosaurs, while its bipedal stance in its Apex Build is reminiscent of older depictions oftheropod dinosaurs. Furthermore, its signature move ofCollision Course alludes to the asteroid that caused theCretaceous-Paleogene extinction event, which eliminated most dinosaur species on Earth. Its head shape, its posture in its Apex Build and its alternate name, "Winged King", may be a reference to theTyrannosaurus, colloquially known as the "King of the Dinosaurs" due to itstype species,T. rex, being named with the Latin word for "king": the wordTyrannosaurus itself is Greek for "King Lizard." As they're displayed mostly on the head and in the waist area, the colorful feathers might be reference to ancient cultures in general, as opposed to Miraidon's futuristic look. Ancient civilizations (notably Central and South American) and tribes often used bird feathers as ornaments and symbol of status. Koraidon's twisted tendrils also resemble the brow-plumes on theKing of Saxony bird-of-paradise.

Some elements of Koraidon's design may be based on parts of off-road motorcycles (such aschoppers or dirt bikes built for off-road or natural terrains). This is shown by its brow plumes and shoulders which are similar to handlebars (especially longer ones known as "ape hangers"), and the protrusion on its chest together with its tail resemble rubber tires, the latter especially when curled. Koraidon may have conceptually been influenced bycave paintings, as indicated by the ancient past motifs as well as its red color scheme; the oldest known cave painting is a red hand stencil found in thecaves of Maltravieso in Spain, one of the inspirations of the Paldea region.

Additionally, due to its color scheme and its status as aParadox Pokémon andgame mascot ofPokémon Scarlet, it could be based on infrared, a color that exists beyond the human visible light spectrum. Even though it can't be seen, it still exists, much like the confusing and contradictory origins of the Paradox Pokémon. Building on to this, it could be based on the concept ofredshifting, which is the phenomenon of things that move away from the observer (i.e things that have already gone by, in the past) appear reddish in color, which would make Koraidon a redshifted version of the green Cyclizar.

Name origin

Koraidon may be a combination of 古来korai or 古代kodai (ancient), ライドraido (ride), anddragon,don (Spanish for lord), or-don (common suffix in dinosaur names derived from the Ancient Greek word for tooth).

Its alternate name, Winged King, is literallywinged king.

Tsubasano'ou, its alternate name in Japanese, can be taken literally as 翼の王tsubasa no ō (winged king).

In theArea Zero journals,Professor Sada mentions having named Koraidon. Due to abootstrap paradox involving a version of Professor Sadatime traveling from the past, it is possible that the player inPokémon Scarlet may be responsible for indirectly coining Koraidon's name.

In other languages

Language Title Meaning Japanese コライドンKoraidon From古来korai or古代kodai,ride,dragon,don, and-don French Koraidon Same as English/Japanese name Spanish Koraidon Same as English/Japanese name German Koraidon Same as English/Japanese name Italian Koraidon Same as English/Japanese name Korean 코라이돈Koraidon Transcription of Japanese name Mandarin Chinese 故勒頓 / 故勒顿Gùlèdùn From故gù and the transcription of the Japanese name Cantonese Chinese 故勒頓Gulaahkdeuhn From故gu and the transcription of the Japanese name

More languages Hindi कोराईडॉनKoraidon Transcription of English/Japanese name Thai โคไรดอนKhoraidon Transcription of Japanese name

Winged King

Language Title Meaning Japanese ツバサノオウTsubasano'ou From翼の王tsubasa no ō French Ailes-Royales Fromaile androyal Spanish Reyalado Fromrey andalado German Schwingenkönig FromSchwinge andKönig Italian Realato Fromre andalato Korean 날개의왕Nalgaeuiwang From날개의왕nalgaeui wang Mandarin Chinese 翼大王Yìdàwáng From翼yì and大王dàwáng Cantonese Chinese 翼大王Yihkdaaihwòhng From翼yihk and大王daaihwòhng

More languages Brazilian Portuguese Rei Alado Fromrei andalado Thai ราชาแห่งปีกRashahangpeek Fromราชา Rasha,แห่ง hang andปีก peek

Related articles

• Koraidon (game)
• Terastal phenomenon
• Paradox Pokémon
• Legendary Pokémon
• Scarlet Book
• Paradox duo

References

External links

AncientParadox Pokémon

FutureParadox Pokémon

Legendary Pokémon

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See also:Mythical Pokémon

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