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Baby Pokémon is the subject of this guide, with the key mechanics, exceptions and practical details collected in one place. Baby Pokémon are the earliest forms of certain evolutionary families. Familiar examples include Pichu, Cleffa, Igglybuff, Togepi, Smoochum, Elekid, Magby, Azurill, Wynaut, Budew, Chingling, Bonsly, Mime Jr., Happiny, Munchlax, Riolu and Mantyke. Many Baby Pokémon…

Ultra Beasts is the subject of this guide, with the key mechanics, exceptions and practical details collected in one place. Ultra Beasts are mysterious Pokémon-like creatures associated with Ultra Space and Ultra Wormholes, introduced during the Alola era. They include creatures such as Nihilego, Buzzwole, Pheromosa, Xurkitree, Celesteela, Kartana and Guzzlord. Pokémon Ultra Sun and…

Paradox Pokémon is the subject of this guide, with the key mechanics, exceptions and practical details collected in one place. Paradox Pokémon are unusual Pokémon introduced in Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet and tied to Area Zero. Scarlet is associated primarily with Ancient Pokémon, while Violet is associated primarily with Future Pokémon. Paradox Pokémon resemble…

Mythical Pokémon is the subject of this guide, with the key mechanics, exceptions and practical details collected in one place. Mythical Pokémon are a special classification of rare Pokémon. Historically, many were introduced through limited distributions, Mystery Gifts or special events rather than ordinary story encounters. Mew, Celebi, Jirachi, Deoxys, Manaphy, Darkrai, Shaymin, Arceus, Victini…

Fossil Pokémon is the subject of this guide, with the key mechanics, exceptions and practical details collected in one place. Fossil Pokémon are ancient species commonly obtained by reviving fossil items. Classic examples include Omanyte, Kabuto, Aerodactyl, Lileep, Anorith, Cranidos, Shieldon, Tirtouga, Archen, Tyrunt and Amaura. The exact fossil item, revival location and availability depend…

Legendary Pokémon is the subject of this guide, with the key mechanics, exceptions and practical details collected in one place. Legendary Pokémon are rare, significant Pokémon that are usually connected to a game's world, story or special encounters. Examples span the series from Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres and Mewtwo to Lugia, Rayquaza, Dialga, Zacian, Koraidon and…

Trade Evolution Pokémon is the subject of this guide, with the key mechanics, exceptions and practical details collected in one place. Trade Evolution Pokémon evolve through trading or through a trade-related requirement. The mechanic dates back to the earliest Pokémon games and includes famous families such as Kadabra to Alakazam, Machoke to Machamp, Graveler to…

Legendary vs Mythical Pokémon is the subject of this guide, with the key mechanics, exceptions and practical details collected in one place. Legendary and Mythical Pokémon are both special groups, but they are not interchangeable labels. Legendary Pokémon are usually encountered through a game's story, exploration or special encounters, while Mythical Pokémon have historically been…

Pokémon Forms is the subject of this guide, with the key mechanics, exceptions and practical details collected in one place. Pokémon forms are alternate appearances or states used by many species across the series. A form can change appearance, type, Ability, stats, moves or other characteristics depending on the Pokémon and game. Regional forms such…