20 Fascinating Pokémon Facts Revealed

The world of Pokémon is filled with fascinating secrets and intriguing details that many enthusiasts might not be aware of. In this article, we delve into 20 captivating facts about Pokémon that will surely pique your interest.

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 were not 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, the adorable Pokémon with a spring for legs, has a unique feature. Its heart beats faster with each jump, and if it stops jumping, its heart will stop.

Anime or game?

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Many fans assume the anime came before the games, but the first Pokémon game was released a year before the anime in 1997. The anime was inspired by the game, and the designs of the Pokémon were slightly adjusted in subsequent games.

Popularity

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Pokémon games are incredibly popular worldwide. For instance, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire for the Nintendo 3DS sold over 10.5 million copies, while Pokémon X and Y sold 13.9 million, showcasing the franchise's enduring appeal.

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 emotions like anger and jealousy. Originally a discarded toy, it seeks revenge on those who threw it away, using the emotions it has gathered.

Pink delicacy

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Pokémon aren't just for battling; some are considered delicacies. In early games, Slowpoke tails were highly valued and considered a gourmet treat.

No deaths

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In the Pokémon universe, battles never result in death. Instead, they end when a Pokémon faints or a trainer surrenders.

Capumon

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Before becoming known as Pokémon, the franchise was initially called Capsule Monsters, or Capumon. The name was changed to Pocket Monsters, eventually shortened to Pokémon.

A fact about Drifloon

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Drifloon, a Ghost-type balloon Pokémon, is made from many souls. It seeks children to keep it company, often mistaken for a regular balloon. It avoids heavy children and runs away when played with too roughly.

Also read: The 15 Ugliest Pokémon

A fact about Cubone

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Cubone's mask is not a trophy but the skull of its deceased mother. It howls in sorrow during full moons, and its cries cause the skull to emit 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, its deceased personality takes over, and it often cries for ancient civilizations.

A bit about Satoshi Tajiri

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Satoshi Tajiri, the creator of Pokémon, was fascinated by bugs as a child. His passion for video games in the 70s led to the creation of Pokémon, where players could catch, befriend, and train these creatures.

Pokémon are intelligent beings

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Pokémon are not just creatures; they are intelligent beings capable of understanding human speech and communicating. Notable examples include Gastly, which can speak to humans, and Meowth from Team Rocket, the only one of its kind to speak human language.

Society and rituals

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Many Pokémon live in societies with rituals. Clefairy worship the moon and use Moon Stones for evolution, while Quagsire compete in a moon-related ritual. Bulbasaur has a complex society with a secret evolution ceremony.

The oldest sport

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Pokémon battles have been a sport for hundreds of years, as evidenced by ancient artifacts like the Winner’s Cup. This tradition may even predate the Olympics, influencing human culture significantly.

Arcanine and its legendary status

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Arcanine was initially intended to be a legendary Pokémon but never achieved that status in the games. The idea was tested in an animated episode but ultimately abandoned.

The rarest type

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Despite later introductions like Steel and Dark types, the Ice type remains the rarest, having been part of the original lineup.

Pokémon GO

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The rapid popularity of Pokémon GO led some businesses to restrict Pokémon hunting to paying customers, with signs indicating that only patrons could catch Pokémon on their premises.

A fact about Phantump

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Phantump is the spirit of a lost child reborn in a forest stump. It uses a human-like voice to lure adults deeper into the forest, causing them to get lost.

These 20 intriguing facts about Pokémon reveal the depth and richness of this beloved universe, showcasing both its joyful and somber elements.