20 interesting facts about Pokémon

The universe of Pocket Monsters is vast and filled with secrets and fascinating details that many fans might not know. In this article, we delve into 20 intriguing facts about Pokémon that will surprise and enlighten you.

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

Image: youtube.com

Contrary to popular belief, Pikachu and Bulbasaur were not the first Pokémon created. The honor goes to Rhydon, as revealed by the creators themselves.

A fact about Spoink

Image: shacknews.com

Spoink, with its adorable yet peculiar appearance, uses a spring instead of legs. Interestingly, Spoink's heart beats faster when it jumps, and if it stops, its heart will cease to beat.

Anime or game? Popularity

Image: garagemca.org

Many fans assume the anime came before the games, but the Pokémon anime debuted in 1997, a year after the first game. The anime was inspired by the game, leading to slight design adjustments in subsequent game releases.

Popularity

Image: netflix.com

Pokémon games are among the world's bestsellers. For instance, Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire sold 10.5 million copies, while Pokémon X and Y sold 13.9 million. These titles are often released in pairs, featuring different sets of creatures.

A Pokémon that changes gender

Image: pokemon.fandom.com

Azurill is unique in its ability to change gender. A female Azurill has a 33% chance of evolving into a male.

An interesting fact about Banette

Image: ohmyfacts.com

Banette, a Ghost-type Pokémon, absorbs emotions like anger and jealousy. This Pokémon, originally a discarded toy, seeks revenge on those who abandoned it, fueled by the emotions it collects.

Pink delicacy

Image: last.fm

While Pokémon are primarily known for battling, some are also considered delicacies. In early games, Slowpoke tails were highly valued and seen as a luxury food item.

No deaths

Image: youtube.com

In the Pokémon universe, battles never result in death. They end when a Pokémon faints or its trainer forfeits.

Capumon

Image: youtube.com

The original name considered for Pokémon was "Capsule Monsters," or Capumon, before settling on the now-iconic "Pokémon."

A fact about Drifloon

Image: trakt.tv

Drifloon, a Ghost-type balloon Pokémon, is made of many souls. It seeks the company of children, sometimes leading them astray, but avoids heavy ones due to its light nature.

A fact about Cubone

Image: youtube.com

Cubone's eerie backstory involves wearing the skull of its deceased mother as a mask. It howls in sorrow during full moons, reminded of its mother, and its cries create a mournful sound through the vibrating skull.

A fact about Yamask

Image: imgur.com

Yamask, another Ghost-type Pokémon, was once human and remembers its past life. When wearing its mask, its former personality takes control, and it mourns the lost times of ancient civilizations.

A bit about Satoshi Tajiri

Image: vk.com

Satoshi Tajiri, the creator of Pokémon, was a young naturalist fascinated by insects. His passion for collecting bugs and fireflies inspired the concept of Pokémon, which he developed into a video game in the 1970s.

Pokémon are intelligent beings

Image: youtube.com

Pokémon are highly intelligent, capable of understanding human speech and communicating with each other. Notably, Gastly and Meowth from Team Rocket can speak human languages, showcasing their unique abilities.

Society and rituals

Image: hotellano.es

Pokémon societies often engage in rituals with religious significance. For example, Clefairy worship the moon and use Moon Stones for evolution, while Quagsire perform moon-related competitions that influence human beliefs.

The oldest sport

Image: youtube.com

Pokémon tournaments have been a part of human civilization for hundreds of years, as evidenced by artifacts like the ancient Winner's Cup, suggesting a long-standing tradition that may have inspired modern competitions.

Arcanine and its legendary status

Image: youtube.com

Arcanine was initially considered for a legendary status in the Pokémon series. Although this idea was tested in an animated episode, it never became a legendary Pokémon in the games.

The rarest type

Image: pokemonfanon.fandom.com

Contrary to expectations, the rarest Pokémon type is not a newer addition like Steel or Dark, but the original Ice type.

Pokémon GO

Image: youtube.com

The popularity of Pokémon GO led to businesses, such as restaurants in the U.S., using signs to limit Pokémon catching to paying customers only.

A fact about Phantump

Image: hartbaby.org

Phantump is born when a lost child's spirit possesses a stump in the forest. It uses its human-like voice to lure adults deeper into the woods, causing them to lose their way.

These 20 fascinating facts about Pokémon reveal the depth and complexity of this beloved universe, showcasing both its joyful and somber aspects.