The universe of Pokémon is filled with fascinating secrets and intriguing details that many enthusiasts might not be fully aware of. In this article, we delve into 20 surprising facts about Pokémon that are sure to captivate fans and newcomers alike.
Table of Contents
- The first Pokémon wasn’t Pikachu
- A fact about Spoink
- Anime or game? Popularity
- A Pokémon that changes gender
- An interesting fact about Banette
- Pink delicacy
- No deaths
- Capumon
- A fact about Drifloon
- A fact about Cubone
- A fact about Yamask
- A bit about Satoshi Tajiri
- Pokémon are intelligent beings
- Society and rituals
- The oldest sport
- Arcanine and its legendary status
- The rarest type
- Pokémon GO
- A fact about Phantump
The first Pokémon wasn’t Pikachu
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Contrary to popular belief, Pikachu or Bulbasaur weren't the first Pokémon created. The honor goes to Rhydon, as revealed by the game's creators.
A fact about Spoink
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Spoink, with its unique spring-like legs, has a fascinating trait: its heart beats faster with each jump due to the impact. If Spoink ever stops jumping, its heart would stop as well.
Anime or game?
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Many fans assume the anime came before the game, but the Pokémon anime actually premiered in 1997, a year after the first game's release in 1996. The anime influenced subsequent game designs.
Popularity
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Pokémon games are incredibly popular worldwide. For instance, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire sold 10.5 million copies in 2014, while Pokémon X and Y sold 13.9 million in 2012. These titles are often released in pairs with different Pokémon sets.
A Pokémon that changes gender
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Azurill is unique in that it can change its gender upon evolution. A female Azurill has a 33% chance of evolving into a male.
An interesting fact about Banette
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Banette, a Ghost-type Pokémon, absorbs negative emotions like anger and jealousy. It's a discarded toy seeking revenge on the person who threw it away, using the emotions it has gathered.
Pink delicacy
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While Pokémon are known for battling, they also serve other purposes. In the early games, Slowpoke tails were considered a gourmet delicacy and fetched a high price.
No deaths
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In the Pokémon world, battles don't result in death. Fights end when a Pokémon faints or a trainer surrenders, ensuring no permanent harm comes to the creatures.
Capumon
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Before being known as Pokémon, these creatures were originally called Capumon, derived from Capsule Monsters. The name was later changed to Pocket Monsters, or Pokémon.
A fact about Drifloon
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Drifloon, a Ghost-type balloon Pokémon, is made from many souls and seeks children for company. It's known to abduct kids who mistake it for a regular balloon, though it avoids heavy children and flees if handled roughly.
Also read: The 15 Ugliest Pokémon
A fact about Cubone
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Cubone's eerie backstory involves wearing its mother's skull as a mask. It's said to howl in sorrow during a full moon, reminiscing about its mother, and its cries cause the skull to vibrate, emitting a mournful sound.
A fact about Yamask
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Yamask, another Ghost-type, was once human and retains memories of its past life. When wearing its mask, it regains its former personality and often cries while reminiscing about ancient times.
A bit about Satoshi Tajiri
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Satoshi Tajiri, the creator of Pokémon, was inspired by his childhood interest in bugs. He later moved to Tokyo in the 70s, where he became passionate about video games, leading to the creation of Pokémon.
Pokémon are intelligent beings
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Pokémon are not just battle companions; they possess intelligence and can understand human speech. Notable examples include Gastly, which can speak human language and narrate legends, and Meowth from Team Rocket, the only Meowth capable of speaking fluently.
Society and rituals
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Pokémon often form societies with complex rituals. Clefairy worship the moon and use Moon Stones for evolution, while Quagsire engage in a full moon ritual, throwing objects toward the moon. Bulbasaur has a secretive evolution ceremony in a "Mystery Garden."
The oldest sport
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Pokémon battles have been a tradition for centuries, as evidenced by the ancient Winner’s Cup displayed in a museum. This suggests that Pokémon competitions might have inspired real-life sports like the Olympics.
Arcanine and its legendary status
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Arcanine was initially considered for a legendary status in the Pokémon series. Although tested in an animated episode, it never became a legendary Pokémon in the games.
The rarest type
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Surprisingly, the rarest Pokémon type is Ice, despite being one of the original types introduced in the series.
Pokémon GO
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The popularity of Pokémon GO led to businesses capitalizing on the trend. Some U.S. establishments displayed signs allowing only paying customers to catch Pokémon on their premises.
A fact about Phantump
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Phantump originates from the spirit of a lost child who died in the forest, possessing a tree stump. It uses its human-like voice to lure adults deeper into the woods, causing them to get lost.
These 20 intriguing facts about Pokémon showcase the depth and complexity of the Pokémon universe, highlighting both the joyful and somber aspects of these beloved creatures.
