Galarian Pokémon in Pokémon Sword and Shield have adapted to the environment of Galar and look different than the same species might look when found in another region

The Pokémon Company International and Nintendo revealed details today about the regional forms of Pokémon found in the highly anticipated upcoming video games, Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. New Pokémon Evolutions and information about the rivals that Trainers will face were also revealed. Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield launch November 15, 2019, exclusively on the … Continue reading Galarian Pokémon in Pokémon Sword and Shield have adapted to the environment of Galar and look different than the same species might look when found in another region

Official recap of all the Pokémon Sword and Shield news from today, August 7

GALARIAN FORM POKÉMON REVEALED IN POKÉMON SWORD AND POKÉMON SHIELD. New Pokémon Evolutions and Rivals Also Announced. ​​ The Pokémon Company International and Nintendo revealed details today about the regional forms of Pokémon found in the highly anticipated upcoming video games, Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. New Pokémon Evolutions and information about the rivals that … Continue reading Official recap of all the Pokémon Sword and Shield news from today, August 7

Bouffalant, #626 – Bash Buffalo Pokémon

They charge wildly and headbutt everything. Their headbutts have enough destructive force to derail a train. Their fluffy fur absorbs damage, even if they strike foes with a fierce headbutt. Type: Normal Category: Bash Buffalo Ability: Reckless, which powers up moves that have recoil damage. Or Sap Sipper, which boosts the Attack stat if hit by a Grass-type … Continue reading Bouffalant, #626 – Bash Buffalo Pokémon

Mienshao, #620 – Martial Arts Pokémon

It wields the fur on its arms like a whip. Its arm attacks come with such rapidity that they cannot even be seen. Using the long fur on its arms like whips, it launches into combo attacks that, once started, no one can stop. Type: Fighting Category: Martial Arts Ability: Inner Focus, which protects the Pokemon from … Continue reading Mienshao, #620 – Martial Arts Pokémon

Mienfoo, #619 – Martial Arts Pokémon

It takes pride in the speed at which it can use moves. What it loses in power, it makes up for in quantity. In fights, they dominate with onslaughts of flowing, continuous attacks. With their sharp claws, they cut enemies. Type: Fighting Category: Martial Arts Ability: Inner Focus, which protects the Pokemon from flinching. Or Regenerator, which … Continue reading Mienfoo, #619 – Martial Arts Pokémon

Basculin, #550 – Hostile Pokémon

Red- and blue-striped Basculin are very violent and always fighting. They are also remarkably tasty. Red and blue Basculin usually do not get along, but sometimes members of one school mingle with the other's school. Type: Water Category: Hostile Ability (Red-Striped Form): Reckless, which powers up moves that have recoil damage. Or Adaptability, which powers up … Continue reading Basculin, #550 – Hostile Pokémon

Emboar, #500 – Mega Fire Pig Pokémon

It can throw a fire punch by setting its fists on fire with its fiery chin. It cares deeply about its friends. It has mastered fast and powerful fighting moves. It grows a beard of fire. Type: Fire/Fighting Category: Mega Fire Pig Ability: Blaze, which powers up Fire-type moves when the Pokemon is in trouble. Hidden … Continue reading Emboar, #500 – Mega Fire Pig Pokémon

Rhyperior, #464 – Drill Pokémon

From holes in its palms, it fires out Geodude. Its carapace can withstand volcanic eruptions. It puts rocks in holes in its palms and uses its muscles to shoot them. Geodude are shot at rare times. Type: Ground/Rock Category: Drill Ability: Lightning Rod, which draws in all Electric-type moves to boost its Sp. Atk stat. Or … Continue reading Rhyperior, #464 – Drill Pokémon