20 interesting facts about Pokémon

The world of Pokémon is filled with fascinating secrets and intriguing details that many fans might not know about. 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 wasn't the first Pokémon created. The honor goes to Rhydon, the Ground/Rock-type Pokémon, which was the very first character designed by the creators.

A fact about Spoink

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Spoink, the adorable Psychic-type Pokémon, is unique with its spring-like legs. Interestingly, Spoink's heart beats faster when it jumps, and if it stops bouncing, its heart will cease to beat.

Anime or game?

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Many fans first encountered Pokémon through the anime, which debuted in 1997. However, the first Pokémon game was released a year earlier in 1996, and the anime was based on the game. The designs of Pokémon in the anime slightly differed, influencing the subsequent game iterations.

Popularity

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Pokémon games are incredibly popular worldwide. For instance, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire for the Nintendo 3DS, released in 2014, sold 10.5 million copies, while Pokémon X and Y, released in 2012, sold 13.9 million. These games are often released in pairs, each featuring different sets of Pokémon.

A Pokémon that changes gender

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Azurill, the Normal/Fairy-type Pokémon, has a unique ability to change gender upon evolution. There's a 33% chance that a female Azurill will evolve into a male Pokémon.

An interesting fact about Banette

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Banette, a Ghost-type Pokémon, absorbs negative emotions like anger and jealousy. It was originally a discarded toy that became obsessed with revenge, seeking the one who abandoned it.

Pink delicacy

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While many think of Pokémon solely as battle companions, some are considered delicacies. In the early games, Slowpoke tails were highly valued and seen as a pink delicacy.

No deaths

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In the Pokémon universe, battles never result in death. Pokémon battles end when a Pokémon becomes unconscious or a trainer surrenders, ensuring no fatalities.

Capumon

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Before settling on Pokémon, the creators initially considered the name "Capumon," derived from Capsule Monsters. The shift to "Pocket Monsters" and eventually "Pokémon" was a significant rebranding.

A fact about Drifloon

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Drifloon, a Ghost/Flying-type Pokémon, is made from souls and expands as it collects more. It seeks children for company, sometimes mistaken for a balloon, but avoids heavy ones due to its light nature.

A fact about Cubone

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Cubone's backstory is haunting. It wears the skull of its deceased mother as a mask, and during a full moon, it howls in sorrow, reminded of her.

A fact about Yamask

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Yamask, another Ghost-type, was once human and can recall its past life. When wearing its mask, its former personality takes control, and it mourns its lost civilization.

A bit about Satoshi Tajiri

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Satoshi Tajiri, the creator of Pokémon, was inspired by his childhood passion for collecting bugs. In the 70s, he transitioned his love for nature into video games, leading to the creation of Pokémon.

Pokémon are intelligent beings

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Pokémon are highly intelligent, capable of understanding human speech and communicating with each other. Notable examples include Gastly, who can speak human language to share legends, and Meowth from Team Rocket, the only one of its kind to speak human language 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 moon-related competitions. Bulbasaur's society has a mysterious evolution ceremony in the "Mystery Garden."

The oldest sport

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Pokémon battles have been a sport for centuries, as evidenced by ancient artifacts like the Winner's Cup. This tradition may have inspired real-world competitions, possibly existing for thousands of years.

Arcanine and its legendary status

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Arcanine was initially considered for a legendary status in the Pokémon series, even featured in an animated episode. However, this idea was eventually dropped for the game.

The rarest type

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Despite newer types like Steel and Dark, the rarest Pokémon type is the original Ice type, which has fewer representatives compared to others.

Pokémon GO

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The rapid popularity of Pokémon GO led businesses to capitalize on the trend. Some U.S. establishments placed signs allowing only paying customers to catch Pokémon on their premises.

A fact about Phantump

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Phantump is born from the spirit of a lost child in the forest, possessing a 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 highlight the depth and richness of this beloved universe. From the heartwarming to the haunting, these details showcase the complexity and charm of the Pokémon world.