The Pokémon of July 8th, 2025 is…
#246 Larvitar
“Larvitar (Japanese: ヨーギラス Yogiras) is a dual-type Rock/Ground Pokémon introduced in Generation II.
It evolves into Pupitar starting at level 30, which evolves into Tyranitar starting at level 55.
Larvitar is a small, green reptilian Pokémon with rocky skin. It has a blunt spike on top of its head, a short, rounded snout, and triangular, black markings below and on the upper corners of its red eyes. Red scales cover its diamond-shaped belly, and there are several small diamond-shaped holes in its body. Its short arms lack fingers, while its feet have a single toenail each. It has a tail with a conical center surrounded by a ring of plate-like scales, causing it to resemble a tunnel-boring machine.
Larvitar is born deep underground, far from its parent. It emerges to the surface and grows by consuming soil, and it will enter its pupal stage upon eating an entire mountain’s worth of earth. This pupal stage is an Evolution called Pupitar. Larvitar usually lives in mountains, hills, and caves. It adapts poorly to bright lights. As mentioned in Pokémon Sleep, it is possible to find a Larvitar holding a half-eaten clump of earth while it sleeps. It is believed this is due to Larvitar falling asleep after filling its belly.”-Bulbapedia.
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Great choice with Larvitar as Pokémon is such a classic its evolution line from rock-eating Larvitar to Pupitar and then Tyranitar really captures that epic growth story And its rock/ground typing and underground origins make it one of the more memorable Gen II additions
If you’re a Larvitar fan or just enjoy expanding your collection, you might enjoy browsing Japanese TCG booster boxes and singles especially vintage Neo Discovery cards featuring Larvitar. I recently came across a great resource that specializes in Japanese booster boxes: https://japanesetcgboosterbox.com/
They’ve got solid inventory and are perfect for picking up older packs or singles while you wait for your next in-game find.
Thanks for sharing the spotlight on Larvitar definitely a highlight of the day!
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