The universe of Pocket Monsters is vast, brimming with secrets and fascinating details that many may not be aware of. In this article, we delve into 20 intriguing Pokémon facts that will surprise and enlighten fans of this beloved franchise.

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 weren't the first Pokémon created. The creators revealed that Rhydon was the very first character ever designed, setting the stage for the expansive world of Pokémon.

A fact about Spoink

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Spoink, with its adorable yet peculiar appearance, features a spring instead of legs. Interestingly, when Spoink jumps, its heart beats faster due to the impact. If it stops jumping, its heart would cease to beat.

Anime or game? Popularity

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Many believe the Pokémon anime came first, but the games actually debuted a year earlier in 1996. The anime, released in 1997, was based on the game, leading to slight design adjustments in subsequent game releases to match the anime's look.

Popularity

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Pokémon games are globally renowned for their popularity. For instance, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire for Nintendo 3DS, released in 2014, sold 10.5 million copies worldwide, while the previous title, Pokémon X and Y, sold 13.9 million copies in 2012. These games are typically released in pairs, each featuring different sets of Pokémon.

A Pokémon that changes gender

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Azurill, a unique Pokémon, has the ability to change gender upon evolution. Specifically, a female Azurill has a 33% chance of evolving into a male, showcasing the intriguing biological dynamics within the Pokémon world.

An interesting fact about Banette

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Banette, a Ghost-type Pokémon, absorbs emotions like anger, jealousy, and resentment. Originally a discarded soft toy, it harbors a vengeful spirit, seeking to punish the one who abandoned it by using the emotions it has gathered.

Pink delicacy

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While many view Pokémon solely as battle companions, they also serve other purposes. In the early games, Slowpoke tails were considered a valuable delicacy, highlighting a lesser-known aspect of Pokémon utilization.

No deaths

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In the Pokémon universe, battles never result in death. Instead, they end when a Pokémon faints or its trainer surrenders, maintaining a family-friendly narrative throughout the series.

Capumon

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Before settling on "Pokémon," the franchise was initially named "Capsule Monsters" or "Capumon," reflecting the concept of creatures being stored in capsules, which later evolved into the more familiar "Pocket Monsters."

A fact about Drifloon

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Drifloon, a Ghost-type balloon Pokémon, is composed of multiple souls that cause its body to expand. It seeks children for company, sometimes mistakenly taken as an ordinary balloon, but prefers not to carry heavy kids 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, never revealing its face. During full moons, Cubone howls in sorrow, reminded of its mother, and its cries resonate through the skull, producing a mournful sound.

A fact about Yamask

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Yamask, another Ghost-type Pokémon, was once human and retains memories of its past life. When it dons its mask, the spirit of its former self takes over, and it mourns the lost times of ancient civilizations.

A bit about Satoshi Tajiri

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Satoshi Tajiri, the creator of Pokémon, was inspired by his childhood love for collecting insects. This passion evolved into the concept of Pokémon—creatures that could be caught, befriended, and trained for battles, reflecting his youthful fascination with the natural world.

Pokémon are intelligent beings

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Pokémon are not just creatures of battle; they possess intelligence and can understand human speech. Notable examples include Gastly, which can speak human language to share ancient legends, and Meowth from Team Rocket, the only one of its kind capable of human speech, showcasing their remarkable cognitive abilities.

Society and rituals

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Pokémon societies are rich with rituals. Clefairy worship the moon and use Moon Stones for evolution, while Quagsire engage in a moon-related competition. Bulbasaur's society has a complex hierarchy and a legendary evolution ceremony, illustrating the depth of their social structures.

The oldest sport

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Pokémon battles have been a sport for centuries, as evidenced by historical artifacts like the Winner's Cup, suggesting that these competitions may have inspired real-world events like the Olympics, deeply rooted in the culture influenced by Pokémon.

Arcanine and its legendary status

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Arcanine was initially considered for a legendary status within the Pokémon series, even featured in an animated episode. However, this idea was eventually dropped, and Arcanine did not become a legendary Pokémon in the games.

The rarest type

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Despite newer types like Steel and Dark, the Ice type remains the rarest among all Pokémon, a surprising fact given its presence since the franchise's inception.

Pokémon GO

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The rapid rise of Pokémon GO led to unique business strategies, with some U.S. establishments restricting Pokémon catching to paying customers only, showcasing the game's impact on real-world interactions.

A fact about Phantump

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Phantump originates from the spirit of a lost child that possesses a tree stump, reborn as a Pokémon. It uses its human-like voice to lure adults into the forest, causing them to become lost among the trees.

These 20 fascinating facts about Pokémon reveal the depth and complexity of this beloved universe. From the eerie origins of certain Pokémon to the cultural impact of the franchise, these insights offer a deeper appreciation for the world of Pocket Monsters.