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Skiddo, the Mount Pokemon. Grass Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon X and Y

Evolution Line: Skiddo -> Gogoat

“Thought to be one of the first Pokémon to live in harmony with humans, it has a placid disposition.” (X Pokedex Entry)

Rayquaza, the Sky High Pokemon. Dragon/Flying Type. Legendary Pokemon

Introduced In: Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire

Evolution Line: Single Stage

Other Forms: Mega Rayquaza

“Rayquaza lived for hundreds of millions of years in the earth's ozone layer, never descending to the ground. This Pokémon appears to feed on water and particles in the atmosphere.” (Ruby Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Rayquaza is the only Pokémon capable of Mega Evolving that does not require a Mega Stone to do so in the games.” (Bulbapedia)

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Scolipede, the Megapede Pokemon. Bug/Poison Type

Introduced In: Pokemon Black and White

Evolution Line: Venipede -> Whirlipede -> Scolipede

“With quick movements, it chases down its foes, attacking relentlessly with its horns until it prevails.” (Black Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Scolipede represents November in the Unova horoscope.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Partner: Gym Leader Roxie (in the Pokemon World Tournament)

Rapidash, the Fire Horse Pokemon. Fire Type

Introduced In: Pokemon Red and [Blue/Green]

Evolution Line: Ponyta -> Rapidash

“Very competitive, this Pokémon will chase anything that moves fast in the hopes of racing it.” (Red and Blue Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “In early English-language promotional material for Pokémon Red and Blue, it was revealed that Rapidash was to keep its romanized Japanese name "Gallop".” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Partner: Gym Leader Blaine

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Gumshoos, the Stakeout Pokemon. Normal Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon Sun and Moon

Evolution Line: Yungoos -> Gumshoos

“When it finds a trace of its prey, it patiently stakes out the location...but it's always snoozing by nightfall.” (Sun Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Of all Totem Pokémon that can be battled in Alola, Totem Gumshoos is one of the only two Totem Pokémon that is battled in only one game out of the two versions — in this case, Sun and Ultra Sun. The other is Totem Raticate.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Trainer: Trial Captain Ilima

Cinccino, the Scarf Pokemon. Normal Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon Black and White

Evolution Line: Minccino -> Cinccino

“Their white fur feels amazing to touch. Their fur repels dust and prevents static electricity from building up.” (White Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Cinccino is the only fully evolved Pokémon to appear first when the player starts a new game.” (Bulbapedia)

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Haxorus, the Axe Jaw Pokemon. Dragon Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon Black and White

Evolution Line: Axew -> Fraxure -> Haxorus

“Their sturdy tusks will stay sharp even if used to cut steel beams. These Pokémon are covered in hard armor.” (White Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Haxorus and Druddigon are the first fully evolved Dragon Type Pokémon to not have another type.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Partner: Champion Iris

Crocalor, the Fire Croc Pokemon. Fire Type. Starter Pokemon.

Introduced In: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Evolution Line: Fuecoco -> Crocalor -> Skeledirge

“The combination of Crocalor’s fire energy and overflowing vitality has caused an egg-shaped fireball to appear on the Pokémon’s head.” (Scarlet Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “In Generation IX, prior to the Version 2.0.1 update of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Crocalor was unable to learn Encore via TM, while its evolutionary relatives could.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Partner: Roy, in the Pokemon Horizons anime

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Diglett, the Mole Pokemon. Ground Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon Red and [Blue/Green]

Evolution Line: Diglett -> Dugtrio

“It prefers dark places. It spends most of its time underground, though it may pop up in caves.” (Yellow Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Diglett is listed in Pokémon Stadium as having Acid as a valid move, despite not being able to learn the move.” (Bulbapedia)

Mamoswine, the Twin Tusk Pokemon. Ice/Ground Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon Diamond and Pearl

Evolution Line: Swinub -> Piloswine -> Mamoswine

“A frozen one was dug up from soil dating back 10,000 years. It woke up to much amazement.” (Platinum Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “No other Pokémon has the same type combination as Mamoswine and its pre-evolved forms.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Partner: Dawn, from the Diamond and Pearl anime

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Purugly, the Tiger Cat Pokemon. Normal Type

Introduced In: Pokemon Diamond and Pearl

Evolution Line: Glameow -> Purugly

“It is a brazen brute that barges its way into another Pokémon's nest and claims it as its own.” (Diamond Pokedex Entry)

Notable Partner: Team Galactic Mars

Dragapult, the Stealth Pokemon. Dragon/Ghost type. Pseudo-Legendary Pokemon

Introduced In: Pokemon Sword and Shield

Evolution Line: Dreepy -> Drakloak -> Dragapult

“Apparently the Dreepy inside Dragapult's horns eagerly look forward to being launched out at Mach speeds.” (Shield Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Dragapult is the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that cannot learn Earthquake.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Partner: Champion Leon

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Ivysaur, the Seed Pokemon. Grass/Poison Type. Starter Pokemon

Introduced In: Pokemon Red and [Blue/Green]

Evolution Line: Bulbasaur -> Ivysaur -> Venusaur

“The bulb on its back grows by drawing energy. It gives off an aroma when it is ready to bloom.” (Yellow Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Ivysaur is the only second stage form of a dual-type Grass/Poison Pokémon that does not require an Evolution stone to reach its final form.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Partner: Shauna, in the X and Y anime

Brute Bonnet, the Paradox Pokemon. Grass/Dark Type. Past Paradox Pokemon

Introduced In: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Evolution Line: Single Stage

“It bears a slight resemblance to a Pokémon described in a dubious magazine as a cross between a dinosaur and a mushroom.” (Violet Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Brute Bonnet and the Toedscool line continue the trend of odd-numbered generations introducing Pokémon that appear to be based on fungi, with the Paras, Shroomish, Foongus, and Morelull lines before them.” (Bulbapedia)

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Glalie, the Face Pokemon. Ice Type

Introduced In: Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire

Evolution Line: Snorunt -> Glalie or Froslass

“Glalie has a body made of rock, which it hardens with an armor of ice. This Pokémon has the ability to freeze moisture in the atmosphere into any shape it desires.” (Ruby Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Glalie shares all of its base stats with Phione.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Partner: Elite Four Glacia

Sylveon, the Intertwining Pokemon. Fairy Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon X and Y

Evolution Line: Eevee -> Vaporeon, Jolteon, Flareon, Espeon, Umbreon, Leafeon, Glaceon, or Sylveon

“It wraps its ribbonlike feelers around the arm of its beloved Trainer and walks with [them].” (Y Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Sylveon weighs the least out of all the Eeveelutions.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Partner: Serena, in the X and Y anime

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Naclstack, the Rock Salt Pokemon. Rock Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Evolution Line: Nacli -> Naclstack -> Garganacl

“It compresses rock salt inside its body and shoots out hardened salt pellets with enough force to perforate an iron sheet.” (Scarlet Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Due to a duplicated entry in the spawner data in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Naclstack effectively has twice its programmed spawn weight; making the Pokémon more common than intended.” (Bulbapedia)

Cherrim (Sunshine Form), the Blossom Pokemon. Grass Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon Diamond and Pearl

Evolution Line: Cherubi -> Cherrim

“It is docile as a bud, but turns cheerful when it blooms. It folds back into a bud if sunlight wanes.” (Pearl Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “In Version 1.0.1 of Legends: Arceus, a glitch made wild Cherrim in Sunshine Form uncatchable. This was later fixed in Version 1.0.2.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Partners: Gym Leader Gardenia

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Clawitzer, the Howitzer Pokemon. Water Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon X and Y

Evolution Line: Clauncher -> Clawitzer

“Their enormous claws launch cannonballs of water powerful enough to pierce tanker hulls.” (X Pokedex Entry)

Notable Partner: Elite Four Siebold

Spectrier, the Swift Horse Pokemon. Ghost Type. Legendary Pokemon.

Introduced In: Pokemon Sword and Shield’s Crown Tundra DLC

Evolution Line: Single Stage

“It probes its surroundings with all its senses save one—it doesn't use its sense of sight. Spectrier's kicks are said to separate soul from body.” (Sword Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Spectrier is the only pure Ghost-type Pokémon to not have an evolutionary relative.” (Bulbapedia)

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Unfezant ♂, the Proud Pokemon. Normal/Flying Type

Introduced In: Pokemon Black and White

Evolution Line: Pidove -> Tranquill -> Unfezant (Unfezant’s form depends on gender)

“Males have plumage on their heads. They will never let themselves feel close to anyone other than their Trainers.” (White Pokedex Entry)

Notable Trainer: Gym Leader Skyla

Kabutops, the Shellfish Pokemon. Rock/Water Type. Fossil Pokemon

Introduced In: Pokemon Red and [Blue/Green]

Evolution Line: Kabuto -> Kabutops

“In the water, it tucks in its limbs to become more compact, then it wiggles its shell to swim fast.” (Gold Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Kabutops has a scientific name, Kabutops maximus, which was stated in Fossil Fools. The only other Pokémon with a known scientific name is Oddish, with Oddium Wanderus. The name Kabutops maximus does have real meaning; when translated, it means "the largest kabuto-face", referring to the size and shape of Kabutops's head.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Trainer: Gym Leader Brock, in the Kanto portion of the Johto games

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Spinarak, the String Spit Pokemon. Bug/Poison Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon Gold and Silver

Evolution Line: Spinarak -> Ariados

“It lies still in the same pose for days in its web, waiting for its unsuspecting prey to wander close.” (Gold Pokedex Entry)

Gholdengo, the Coin Entity Pokemon. Steel/Ghost Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Evolution Line: Gimmighoul -> Gholdengo

“Its body seems to be made up of 1,000 coins. This Pokémon gets along well with others and is quick to make friends with anybody.” (Scarlet Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: Gholdengo is National Pokedex entry #1000.

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Mega Diancie, the Jewel Pokemon. Rock/Fairy Type. Mythical Pokemon.

Introduced In: Pokemon X and Y (as was regular Diancie)

Evolution Line: Single Stage

“It can instantly create many diamonds by compressing the carbon in the air between its hands.” (Y Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Mega Diancie's Defense and Special Defense decrease is the largest single stat decrease of all Mega Evolutions, at 40 points.” (Bulbapedia)

Urshifu (Single Strike), the Wushu Pokemon. Fighting/Dark Type. Legendary Pokemon.

Introduced In: Pokemon Sword and Shield Isle of Armor DLC

Evolution Line: Kubfu -> Urshifu (Single Strike) or Urshifu (Rapid Strike)

“This form of Urshifu is a strong believer in the one-hit KO. Its strategy is to leap in close to foes and land a devastating blow with a hardened fist.” (Sword Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Urshifu is the only Legendary Pokémon that has a Gigantamax form, and consequently the only Legendary Pokémon that can use a G-Max Move.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Trainer: Former Champion Mustard (if the player character chooses Urshifu (Rapid Strike)).

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Sandslash, the Mouse Pokemon. Ground Type

Introduced In: Pokemon Red and [Blue/Green]

Evolution Line: Sandshrew -> Sandslash

“It is skilled at slashing enemies with its claws. If broken, they start to grow back in a day.” (Yellow Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “In the Pokémon Red and Blue beta, Sandslash's original name was "Sandstorm".” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Partner: Gym Leader Clay (in Pokemon Black 2 and White 2)

Sableye, the Darkness Pokemon. Dark/Ghost Type

Introduced In: Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire

Evolution Line: Single Stage

“Sableye digs the ground with sharpened claws to find rocks that it eats. Substances in the eaten rocks crystallize and rise up to the Pokémon's body surface.” (Sapphire Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Prior to the introduction of the Fairy type in Generation VI, Sableye (along with Spiritomb) had no weaknesses under normal conditions.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Partner: Elite Four Phoebe

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Alolan Diglett, the Mole Pokemon. Ground/Steel Type. Regional Variant.

Introduced In: Pokemon Sun and Moon (Diglett was introduced in Pokemon Red and [Blue/Green])

Evolution Line: Alolan Diglett -> Alolan Dugtrio

“Its head sports an altered form of whiskers made of metal. When in communication with its comrades, its whiskers wobble to and fro.” (Sun Pokedex Entry)

Sneasel, the Sharp Claw Pokemon. Dark/Ice Type

Introduced In: Pokemon Gold and Silver

Evolution Line: Sneasel -> Weavile

“Vicious in nature, it drives Pidgey from their nests and feasts on the eggs that are left behind.” (Silver Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “Sneasel is the only Pokémon with a Hisuian form to have its original form available in any capacity in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.” (Bulbapedia)

Notable Trainer: Silver

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Landorus (Incarnate), the Abundance Pokemon. Ground/Flying Type. Legendary Pokemon.

Introduced In: Pokemon Black and White

Evolution Line: Single Stage

“Lands visited by Landorus grant such bountiful crops that it has been hailed as "The Guardian of the Fields."” (Black Pokedex Entry)

Furret, the Long Body Pokemon. Normal Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon Gold and Silver

Evolution Line: Sentret -> Furret

“It makes a nest to suit its long and skinny body. The nest is impossible for other Pokémon to enter.” (Gold Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: A fan started a stream in May 2019 of Furret walking on an escalator in a continuous, unending loop, claiming the stream would not end until Diamond and Pearl remakes came out. Despite the stream being restarted twice, and the stream trading youtube channel hosts, Furret did indeed walk on an escalator up until the release of Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl in November 2021. The original user who started the stream was ‘Anoyth’ and the user who got Furret to the finish line was ‘11Pixels’. (A GameRant article written about the stream was consulted here as reference. A link to the article is in the comments)

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Porygon2, the Virtual Pokemon. Normal Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon Gold and Silver

Evolution Line: Porygon -> Porygon2 -> Porygon-Z

“This upgraded version of Porygon is designed for space exploration. It can't fly, though.” (Gold Pokedex Entry)

Fun Fact: “In the Generation II games, it is impossible to return a nicknamed Porygon2 to its species name, because numbers are not available for nicknames.” (Bulbapedia)

Pincurchin, the Sea Urchin Pokemon. Electric Type.

Introduced In: Pokemon Sword and Shield

Evolution Line: Single Stage

“It feeds on seaweed, using its teeth to scrape it off rocks. Electric current flows from the tips of its spines.” (Sword Pokedex Entry)

Notable Partner: Hop