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[[Image:Legend-birds-slab.jpg|thumb|right|270px|An ancient slab of the Legendary Birds and an Arcanine seen in ''[[EP002|Pokémon Emergency]]''. Ash identified the blue one as {{p|Ho-Oh}}, possibly by mistake.]] | [[Image:Legend-birds-slab.jpg|thumb|right|270px|An ancient slab of the Legendary Birds and an Arcanine seen in ''[[EP002|Pokémon Emergency]]''. Ash identified the blue one as {{p|Ho-Oh}}, possibly by mistake.]] | ||
There are three Legendary Birds, sometimes called Avians. As shown in the [[The Power of One|second movie]], should the three birds come in contact with one another, they will fight over territory, and, left unabated, their battles will ultimately cause the end of the world. They represent nature's balance and are tied to Lugia. One of each was seen in the [[Orange Archipelago|Orange Islands]]. | There are three Legendary Birds, sometimes called Avians. As shown in the [[The Power of One|second movie]], should the three birds come in contact with one another, they will fight over territory, and, left unabated, their battles will ultimately cause the end of the world. They represent nature's balance and are tied to Lugia. One of each was seen in the [[Orange Archipelago|Orange Islands]]. | ||
* {{p|Articuno}} is the Legendary Bird of {{t|Ice}}. It can be found on [[Seafoam Island]] in the Generation I games and their [[Generation III]] [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen|remakes]]. In addition to the one in the Orange Islands, a second one was seen in the [[Johto|Johto region]] in the episode ''[[EP189|Freeze Frame]]''. A third one was seen in the [[Kanto|Kanto region]], with [[Noland]] in ''[[AG135|First Battle! Battle Factory! (Part 1)]]'' and ''[[AG136|First Battle! Battle Factory! (Part 2)]]''. | * '''{{p|Articuno}}''' is the Legendary Bird of {{t|Ice}}. It can be found on [[Seafoam Island]] in the Generation I games and their [[Generation III]] [[Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen|remakes]]. In addition to the one in the Orange Islands, a second one was seen in the [[Johto|Johto region]] in the episode ''[[EP189|Freeze Frame]]''. A third one was seen in the [[Kanto|Kanto region]], with [[Noland]] in ''[[AG135|First Battle! Battle Factory! (Part 1)]]'' and ''[[AG136|First Battle! Battle Factory! (Part 2)]]''. | ||
* {{p|Zapdos}} is the Legendary Bird of [[Electric (type)|Thunder]]. It can be found at the [[Power Plant]] in the Generation I games and their Generation III remakes. In addition to the one in the Orange Islands, a second one was seen in the Johto region in the episode ''[[EP214|As Clear As Crystal]]''. | * '''{{p|Zapdos}}''' is the Legendary Bird of [[Electric (type)|Thunder]]. It can be found at the [[Power Plant]] in the Generation I games and their Generation III remakes. In addition to the one in the Orange Islands, a second one was seen in the Johto region in the episode ''[[EP214|As Clear As Crystal]]''. | ||
* {{p|Moltres}} is the Legendary Bird of {{t|Fire}}. It can be found on [[Victory Road (Kanto)|Victory Road]] in the Generation I games, and in the [[Sevii Islands]] in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen. The spirit of Moltres represents the [[Indigo League]] and its flame came alive in the episode ''[[EP074|All Fired Up]]''. | * '''{{p|Moltres}}''' is the Legendary Bird of {{t|Fire}}. It can be found on [[Victory Road (Kanto)|Victory Road]] in the Generation I games, and in the [[Sevii Islands]] in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen. The spirit of Moltres represents the [[Indigo League]] and its flame came alive in the episode ''[[EP074|All Fired Up]]''. | ||
===Mew and Mewtwo=== | ===Mew and Mewtwo=== | ||
* {{p|Mew}} is the {{t|Psychic}} feline Pokémon of ancient legend. It is not obtainable by normal means in any game; however, a [[Mew Glitch|glitch]] allows the player to battle and capture Mew in [[Generation I]]. The DNA of all Pokémon can be traced back to Mew, and thus it represents the origin of life. The bubbly Mew was first seen in the [[Mewtwo Strikes Back|first movie]]. Another is seen in the [[Mew and the Wave-Guiding Hero: Lucario|eighth movie]]. | * '''{{p|Mew}}''' is the {{t|Psychic}} feline Pokémon of ancient legend. It is not obtainable by normal means in any game; however, a [[Mew Glitch|glitch]] allows the player to battle and capture Mew in [[Generation I]]. The DNA of all Pokémon can be traced back to Mew, and thus it represents the origin of life. The bubbly Mew was first seen in the [[Mewtwo Strikes Back|first movie]]. Another is seen in the [[Mew and the Wave-Guiding Hero: Lucario|eighth movie]]. | ||
* {{p|Mewtwo}} is a genetically altered clone of Mew. It can be found in the [[Cerulean Cave]] in the Generation I games and their remakes. It was statistically the most powerful Pokémon until Generation II. It is also one of the most intelligent, and can communicate freely with humans using telepathy. It is the main character of the first movie, and the ''[[Mewtwo Returns]]'' special. It is portrayed as taking the cover of night and living amongst humans in big cities. | * '''{{p|Mewtwo}}''' is a genetically altered clone of Mew. It can be found in the [[Cerulean Cave]] in the Generation I games and their remakes. It was statistically the most powerful Pokémon until Generation II. It is also one of the most intelligent, and can communicate freely with humans using telepathy. It is the main character of the first movie, and the ''[[Mewtwo Returns]]'' special. It is portrayed as taking the cover of night and living amongst humans in big cities. | ||
== Generation II == | == Generation II == | ||
[[Generation II]] featured the advent of three new groups of legendary Pokémon. | [[Generation II]] featured the advent of three new groups of legendary Pokémon. | ||
===Legendary Beasts=== | ===Legendary Beasts=== | ||
The Legendary Beasts have variously been referred to as Legendary Dogs or Cats, but Beasts is the accepted neutral title. These speedy, powerful creatures were created by Ho-oh after the burning of [[Ecruteak Tower]]. Because they are unable to restrain their extreme power, they race headlong around the land. They can be found racing around the Johto region in the Generation II games. One can also be found roaming Kanto in Pokémon FireRed and in Pokémon LeafGreen, depending on the [[Starter Pokémon]] the user chooses at the beginning of the game. | The Legendary Beasts have variously been referred to as Legendary Dogs or Cats, but Beasts is the accepted neutral title. These speedy, powerful creatures were created by Ho-oh after the burning of [[Ecruteak Tower]]. Because they are unable to restrain their extreme power, they race headlong around the land. They can be found racing around the Johto region in the Generation II games. One can also be found roaming Kanto in Pokémon FireRed and in Pokémon LeafGreen, depending on the [[Starter Pokémon]] the user chooses at the beginning of the game. | ||
* {{p|Suicune}} is the embodiment of the North Wind. It is the Pokémon sought by [[Eusine]] in [[Pokémon Crystal]], and is released upon the completion of the [[Burned Tower]] storyline in the games. Ash encountered one at the beginning of the [[Johto]] story arc, in ''[[EP117|Don't Touch That 'Dile]]'', again in ''[[EP227|For Ho-oh the Bells Toll]]'', and made a brief appearance in the [[Pokémon 4Ever|fourth movie]]. | * '''{{p|Suicune}}''' is the embodiment of the North Wind. It is the Pokémon sought by [[Eusine]] in [[Pokémon Crystal]], and is released upon the completion of the [[Burned Tower]] storyline in the games. Ash encountered one at the beginning of the [[Johto]] story arc, in ''[[EP117|Don't Touch That 'Dile]]'', again in ''[[EP227|For Ho-oh the Bells Toll]]'', and made a brief appearance in the [[Pokémon 4Ever|fourth movie]]. | ||
* {{p|Entei}} is the embodiment of volcanoes. According to legend, one is born every time a new volcano appears. An Entei was seen in the Johto region, in the episode ''[[EP259|Entei at Your Own Risk]]''. A telepathic Entei was featured in the [[Spell of the Unown|third movie]], but it was only a manifestation of [[Molly Hale]]'s imagination, created by the {{p|Unown}}. | * '''{{p|Entei}}''' is the embodiment of volcanoes. According to legend, one is born every time a new volcano appears. An Entei was seen in the Johto region, in the episode ''[[EP259|Entei at Your Own Risk]]''. A telepathic Entei was featured in the [[Spell of the Unown|third movie]], but it was only a manifestation of [[Molly Hale]]'s imagination, created by the {{p|Unown}}. | ||
* {{p|Raikou}} is the embodiment of thunder. Raikou was seen in the Johto region, in the ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'' special. | * '''{{p|Raikou}}''' is the embodiment of thunder. Raikou was seen in the Johto region, in the ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'' special. | ||
===Lugia and Ho-Oh=== | ===Lugia and Ho-Oh=== | ||
These two additional birds of legend are thought to be closely related, although they are also polar opposites. Ho-Oh is based on the Chinese phoenix, or [[wp:Fènghuáng|Fènghuáng]] and Lugia on the [[wp:Halcyon|Halcyon]]. | These two additional birds of legend are thought to be closely related, although they are also polar opposites. Ho-Oh is based on the Chinese phoenix, or [[wp:Fènghuáng|Fènghuáng]] and Lugia on the [[wp:Halcyon|Halcyon]]. | ||
* {{p|Ho-Oh}} is the Guardian of the Skies. This Pokémon is represented by rainbows and the color gold. It is said to glow in seven colors and see into the future. Ho-Oh lived in [[Tin Tower]] in ancient times. But when Tin Tower was burned down as a result of a war, it created Raikou, Entei, and Suicune, and all four disappeared. It resides at the top of the Tin Tower in the Generation II games. In Pokémon FireRed, LeafGreen, and [[Pokémon Emerald|Emerald]], Ho-Oh is found on [[Navel Rock]]. To reach Naval Rock, one must have a {{i|Mysticticket}}. Ho-Oh is often seen at the beginning of a new journey, which happened to Ash twice. The spirit of Ho-Oh represents the [[Johto League]]. | * '''{{p|Ho-Oh}}''' is the Guardian of the Skies. This Pokémon is represented by rainbows and the color gold. It is said to glow in seven colors and see into the future. Ho-Oh lived in [[Tin Tower]] in ancient times. But when Tin Tower was burned down as a result of a war, it created Raikou, Entei, and Suicune, and all four disappeared. It resides at the top of the Tin Tower in the Generation II games. In Pokémon FireRed, LeafGreen, and [[Pokémon Emerald|Emerald]], Ho-Oh is found on [[Navel Rock]]. To reach Naval Rock, one must have a {{i|Mysticticket}}. Ho-Oh is often seen at the beginning of a new journey, which happened to Ash twice. The spirit of Ho-Oh represents the [[Johto League]]. | ||
* {{p|Lugia}} is the Guardian of the Sea. It is represented by the color silver. Lugia can be found in [[Whirl Islands]] in the Generation II games. In Pokémon FireRed, LeafGreen, and Emerald, Lugia is found on Navel Rock Island. Lugia protects the balance of nature, and is the only creature that can pacify the battling Legendary Birds. One was seen in the second movie. Two more, a mother and a child, were seen near [[Silver Rock Isle]] at the beginning of the [[Master Quest|Whirl Cup]] arc of the anime. A fourth resides in the [[Orre]] region in [[Pokémon XD]]. | * '''{{p|Lugia}}''' is the Guardian of the Sea. It is represented by the color silver. Lugia can be found in [[Whirl Islands]] in the Generation II games. In Pokémon FireRed, LeafGreen, and Emerald, Lugia is found on Navel Rock Island. Lugia protects the balance of nature, and is the only creature that can pacify the battling Legendary Birds. One was seen in the second movie. Two more, a mother and a child, were seen near [[Silver Rock Isle]] at the beginning of the [[Master Quest|Whirl Cup]] arc of the anime. A fourth resides in the [[Orre]] region in [[Pokémon XD]]. | ||
===Celebi=== | ===Celebi=== | ||
Although it has no relation to Mew, Celebi was dubbed the "New Mew" because of its similar size, shape, stats, and [[National Dex]] number. Because of this, it is commonly listed with Mew (and also {{p|Jirachi}}) in lists of legendary Pokémon. | Although it has no relation to Mew, Celebi was dubbed the "New Mew" because of its similar size, shape, stats, and [[National Dex]] number. Because of this, it is commonly listed with Mew (and also {{p|Jirachi}}) in lists of legendary Pokémon. | ||
* {{p|Celebi}} is the only Pokémon that can control time. It is the star of the fourth movie and was obtainable in the Japanese version of Pokémon Crystal via the now-discontinued [[Mobile System GB]] service. Celebi, when obtainable, is found at the [[Forest Shrine]] in [[Ilex Forest]] by bringing the [[GS Ball]] to the shrine. | * '''{{p|Celebi}}''' is the only Pokémon that can control time. It is the star of the fourth movie and was obtainable in the Japanese version of Pokémon Crystal via the now-discontinued [[Mobile System GB]] service. Celebi, when obtainable, is found at the [[Forest Shrine]] in [[Ilex Forest]] by bringing the [[GS Ball]] to the shrine. | ||
== Generation III== | == Generation III== | ||
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===The Regis=== | ===The Regis=== | ||
The legendary [[wp:Golem|Golem]]-like beasts were featured in the eighth movie as the protectors of the Tree of World's Beginning, but the true story of their history remains a mystery. | The legendary [[wp:Golem|Golem]]-like beasts were featured in the eighth movie as the protectors of the Tree of World's Beginning, but the true story of their history remains a mystery. | ||
* {{p|Regirock}} is found in the [[Desert Ruins]] in the [[Generation III]] games when the required puzzle is solved. | * '''{{p|Regirock}}''' is found in the [[Desert Ruins]] in the [[Generation III]] games when the required puzzle is solved. | ||
* {{p|Regice}} is found in the [[Island Cave]] in the Generation III games after solving a puzzle. | * '''{{p|Regice}}''' is found in the [[Island Cave]] in the Generation III games after solving a puzzle. | ||
* {{p|Registeel}} is found in the [[Ancient Tomb]] in the Generation III games, and, like the other two Regis, a puzzle must be solved before you reach it. | * '''{{p|Registeel}}''' is found in the [[Ancient Tomb]] in the Generation III games, and, like the other two Regis, a puzzle must be solved before you reach it. | ||
===Latias and Latios=== | ===Latias and Latios=== | ||
Latios and Latias (sometimes referred to, collectively, as [[Lati@s]]) are twin {{t|Dragon}}s (one male, one female) featured in the [[Pokémon Heroes|fifth movie]]. Both can take the shape of humans. According to legend, they guard the water city of [[Alto Mare]], and are revered as gods. They have a strong connection with the {{i|Soul Dew}}. | Latios and Latias (sometimes referred to, collectively, as [[Lati@s]]) are twin {{t|Dragon}}s (one male, one female) featured in the [[Pokémon Heroes|fifth movie]]. Both can take the shape of humans. According to legend, they guard the water city of [[Alto Mare]], and are revered as gods. They have a strong connection with the {{i|Soul Dew}}. | ||
* {{p|Latias}} is found in the wild after defeating the Elite Four in [[Pokémon Sapphire]]. It changes routes whenever you do, and is considered as rare as the Legendary Beasts in Generation II. It can also be obtained in [[Pokémon Ruby]] by using the {{i|Eon Ticket}} obtained from [[Nintendo Power]]. | * '''{{p|Latias}}''' is found in the wild after defeating the Elite Four in [[Pokémon Sapphire]]. It changes routes whenever you do, and is considered as rare as the Legendary Beasts in Generation II. It can also be obtained in [[Pokémon Ruby]] by using the {{i|Eon Ticket}} obtained from [[Nintendo Power]]. | ||
* {{p|Latios}} is found in the wild after defeating the Elite Four in [[Pokémon Ruby]]. It is considered as rare as the Legendary Beasts in Generation II. It can also be obtained in [[Pokémon Sapphire]] by using the Eon Ticket obtained from Nintendo Power. | * '''{{p|Latios}}''' is found in the wild after defeating the Elite Four in [[Pokémon Ruby]]. It is considered as rare as the Legendary Beasts in Generation II. It can also be obtained in [[Pokémon Sapphire]] by using the Eon Ticket obtained from Nintendo Power. | ||
===Weather-related legendary Pokémon=== | ===Weather-related legendary Pokémon=== | ||
[[Image:GenIII_Battle.jpg|frame|left|A depiction of the cataclysmic battle between Groudon, Kyogre and Rayquaza]] | [[Image:GenIII_Battle.jpg|frame|left|A depiction of the cataclysmic battle between Groudon, Kyogre and Rayquaza]] | ||
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They are based on the [[wp:behemoth|behemoth]], [[wp:leviathan|leviathan]], and [[wp:ziz|ziz]] of Hebrew legend. | They are based on the [[wp:behemoth|behemoth]], [[wp:leviathan|leviathan]], and [[wp:ziz|ziz]] of Hebrew legend. | ||
* {{p|Kyogre}} is the beast who has the power to bring expand the sea by bringing forth constant rain. It is found in the [[Cave of Origin]] in [[Pokémon Sapphire]], and [[Marine Cave]] in Emerald. It is the object of [[Team Aqua]]'s reverence. | * '''{{p|Kyogre}}''' is the beast who has the power to bring expand the sea by bringing forth constant rain. It is found in the [[Cave of Origin]] in [[Pokémon Sapphire]], and [[Marine Cave]] in Emerald. It is the object of [[Team Aqua]]'s reverence. | ||
* {{p|Groudon}} is the beast who has the power to expand the land by scattering rain clouds and making water evaporate with light and heat. Is found in the Cave of Origin in [[Pokémon Ruby]], and [[Terra Cave]] in Emerald. It is the object of [[Team Magma]]'s reverence. | * '''{{p|Groudon}}''' is the beast who has the power to expand the land by scattering rain clouds and making water evaporate with light and heat. Is found in the Cave of Origin in [[Pokémon Ruby]], and [[Terra Cave]] in Emerald. It is the object of [[Team Magma]]'s reverence. | ||
* {{p|Rayquaza}} is the legendary dragon found in the [[Sky Pillar]] in the Generation III games. It is the protector of the skies. It was seen in the [[Destiny Deoxys|seventh movie]]. | * '''{{p|Rayquaza}}''' is the legendary dragon found in the [[Sky Pillar]] in the Generation III games. It is the protector of the skies. It was seen in the [[Destiny Deoxys|seventh movie]]. | ||
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===Other legendary Pokémon=== | ===Other legendary Pokémon=== | ||
* {{p|Jirachi}} is the legendary wish-granting Pokémon who was available from [[Pokémon Colosseum]]'s bonus disk in North America and available within [[Pokémon Channel]] in the UK, Europe and Australia (PAL Encoded Regions). It is likened to Mew and Celebi. Jirachi is the star of the [[Jirachi Wishmaker|sixth movie]]. | * '''{{p|Jirachi}}''' is the legendary wish-granting Pokémon who was available from [[Pokémon Colosseum]]'s bonus disk in North America and available within [[Pokémon Channel]] in the UK, Europe and Australia (PAL Encoded Regions). It is likened to Mew and Celebi. Jirachi is the star of the [[Jirachi Wishmaker|sixth movie]]. | ||
* {{p|Deoxys}} is a Pokémon with strange alien and virus-like characteristics. It changes its form depending on the game version in which it is found. The {{i|Aurora Ticket}} used to obtain Deoxys has been given out in North America at the New York [[Pokémon Center (store)|Pokémon Center]] and 2004's [[Pokémon Rocks America]] events. Two different Deoxys were featured in the seventh movie. | * '''{{p|Deoxys}}''' is a Pokémon with strange alien and virus-like characteristics. It changes its form depending on the game version in which it is found. The {{i|Aurora Ticket}} used to obtain Deoxys has been given out in North America at the New York [[Pokémon Center (store)|Pokémon Center]] and 2004's [[Pokémon Rocks America]] events. Two different Deoxys were featured in the seventh movie. | ||
==Pokémon with legendary characteristics== | ==Pokémon with legendary characteristics== | ||
* {{p|Arcanine}}'s species classification is ''Legendary''. | * {{p|Arcanine}}'s species classification is ''Legendary''. | ||
* {{p|Unown}} are an mysterious species of Pokémon based on the English alphabet. [[Professor Oak]] referred to them as Legendary, probably because they were featured heavily in ancient myths and legends. | * '''{{p|Unown}}''' are an mysterious species of Pokémon based on the English alphabet. [[Professor Oak]] referred to them as Legendary, probably because they were featured heavily in ancient myths and legends. | ||
* {{p|Lucario}} and its master [[Aaron]] were forever revered because of their help pacifying an ancient battle, as seen in the eighth movie. | * '''{{p|Lucario}}''' and its master [[Aaron]] were forever revered because of their help pacifying an ancient battle, as seen in the eighth movie. | ||
* Ancient Pokémon, such as {{p|Aerodactyl}}, {{p|Kabuto}} and {{p|Omanyte}} are extinct and therefore are among myth. | * Ancient Pokémon, such as '''{{p|Aerodactyl}}''', '''{{p|Kabuto}}''' and '''{{p|Omanyte}}''' are extinct and therefore are among myth. | ||
=Myths and legends involving legendary Pokémon= | =Myths and legends involving legendary Pokémon= | ||