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In the [[Pokémon world]], the word "{{wp|species}}" is not used exactly the same as in real-world biology, where it would refer to a group of organisms that can have fertile offspring (unlike the {{pkmn|breeding}} between different Pokémon species), and a real-life organism would not change between different species. With the currently [[List of Pokémon by National Pokédex number|{{numpkmn}} known species]] that inhabit the [[Pokémon world]], Pokémon take up many | In the [[Pokémon world]], the word "{{wp|species}}" is not used exactly the same as in real-world biology, where it would refer to a group of organisms that can have fertile offspring (unlike the {{pkmn|breeding}} between different Pokémon species), and a real-life organism would not change between different species. With the currently [[List of Pokémon by National Pokédex number|{{numpkmn}} known species]] that inhabit the [[Pokémon world]], Pokémon take up many [[shape]]s and [[Size and weight variation|size]]s, resembling animals and living creatures in the real world. However, they inherent several fantastic powers not demonstrated by most real animals, including the manipulation of elements/aspects of life, such as {{t|electric}}ity or {{t|fire}}, each having their own [[type]] and [[Pokémon category|categories]]. It's implied that there are more Pokémon always waiting to be discovered beyond the current count. | ||
While most Pokémon resemble animals and may behave like them, there are many that do not resemble animals at all, taking on other forms such as plants, inanimate objects, machines, human-like forms, or other more enigmatic and exotic appearances. Pokémon inhabit an extremely diverse range of habitats, ranging from the driest [[desert]]s to the lushest jungles, the deepest oceans to the highest {{cat|mountains}} and everything else in between, even [[Extraterrestrial Pokémon|outer space]] and other [[dimension]]s. Pokémon take up various ways of living in those places. There are many uses to spending time with Pokémon, some people take them in as pets, some study them, but, all Pokémon can be befriended and made into potential allies. A common symbol of partnership between human and Pokémon is often met by putting the creature into a [[Poké Ball]], in which all share the ability to shrink down small enough to fit into. Many people who raise Pokémon are called [[Pokémon Trainer]]s, people who dedicate their lives to Pokémon, participating in multiple activities involving the species. Not all Pokémon Trainers are seen as kind towards these creatures, and many [[villainous team|villainous organization]]s seek out to use Pokémon in malicious ways. | While most Pokémon resemble animals and may behave like them, there are many that do not resemble animals at all, taking on other forms such as plants, inanimate objects, machines, human-like forms, or other more enigmatic and exotic appearances. Pokémon inhabit an extremely diverse range of habitats, ranging from the driest [[desert]]s to the lushest jungles, the deepest oceans to the highest {{cat|mountains}} and everything else in between, even [[Extraterrestrial Pokémon|outer space]] and other [[dimension]]s. Pokémon take up various ways of living in those places. There are many uses to spending time with Pokémon, some people take them in as pets, some study them, but, all Pokémon can be befriended and made into potential allies. A common symbol of partnership between human and Pokémon is often met by putting the creature into a [[Poké Ball]], in which all share the ability to shrink down small enough to fit into. Many people who raise Pokémon are called [[Pokémon Trainer]]s, people who dedicate their lives to Pokémon, participating in multiple activities involving the species. Not all Pokémon Trainers are seen as kind towards these creatures, and many [[villainous team|villainous organization]]s seek out to use Pokémon in malicious ways. | ||
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Many Pokémon are able to [[evolution|evolve]] from or into other Pokémon species, a process that typically makes them larger and stronger, and more closely resembles growth and development or metamorphosis rather than {{wp|evolution|evolution in the real world}}. Evolution can be seen as a form of maturity in certain species, but not all. Most Pokémon by nature, are known to take on a form of competition called a [[Pokémon battle]], these battles can be known for sport among human-owned Pokémon, or as a form of survival and protection between one another. In these battles, many know several techniques, called [[move]]s, that they can use within the fight or elsewhere, either to defend themselves or their Trainer, or to perform a task. Beyond their normal [[type]]d attributes and moves, many Pokémon posses other traits that can be triggered or used passively. These traits are called [[abilities]], in which a Pokémon may activate once certain conditions are met. Other functionality some Pokémon may have, similar to that of evolution, are a change in appearances called a [[form]]. Some Pokémon may be able to change their form, while some may have one as a distinction between others of the same species. In the games, each Pokémon has a distinct voice associated with each individual species or form known as a [[cry]], while in the anime, most Pokémon are known only to say their name. | Many Pokémon are able to [[evolution|evolve]] from or into other Pokémon species, a process that typically makes them larger and stronger, and more closely resembles growth and development or metamorphosis rather than {{wp|evolution|evolution in the real world}}. Evolution can be seen as a form of maturity in certain species, but not all. Most Pokémon by nature, are known to take on a form of competition called a [[Pokémon battle]], these battles can be known for sport among human-owned Pokémon, or as a form of survival and protection between one another. In these battles, many know several techniques, called [[move]]s, that they can use within the fight or elsewhere, either to defend themselves or their Trainer, or to perform a task. Beyond their normal [[type]]d attributes and moves, many Pokémon posses other traits that can be triggered or used passively. These traits are called [[abilities]], in which a Pokémon may activate once certain conditions are met. Other functionality some Pokémon may have, similar to that of evolution, are a change in appearances called a [[form]]. Some Pokémon may be able to change their form, while some may have one as a distinction between others of the same species. In the games, each Pokémon has a distinct voice associated with each individual species or form known as a [[cry]], while in the anime, most Pokémon are known only to say their name. | ||
There are many forms of food that Pokémon may eat, including one another as prey, however, Pokémon Trainers may offer different types of treats and natural items such as [[berries]] to their Pokémon. Many Pokémon are known to reproduce by laying {{pkmn|egg}}s, however it's usually unknown how these eggs are formed and where they may come from. | There are many forms of food that Pokémon may eat, including one another as prey, however, Pokémon Trainers may offer different types of treats and natural items such as [[berries]] to their Pokémon. Many Pokémon are known to reproduce by laying {{pkmn|egg}}s, however it's usually unknown how these eggs are formed and where they may come from. There is also many [[Artificial Pokémon|man-made]] and human-influenced Pokémon that are created by other means, such as {{p|Mewtwo}}, {{p|Porygon}} or {{p|Trubbish}}. There is multiple categories and variations that Pokémon may fall under as well, describing certain groups and relationships one may have with another, examples including: [[Legendary Pokémon]], [[Mythical Pokémon]], [[Paradox Pokémon]], [[Ultra Beast]]s and [[Fossil|Fossil Pokémon]]. Pokémon who have been affected by malice are known as [[Shadow Pokémon]]. | ||
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Pokémon have been, from the very beginning of the franchise, are spoken of as friends and partners to the [[human]]s of the [[Pokémon world]], helping them with various tasks from constructing buildings to exploration. Many people in the Pokémon world take Pokémon with them on a {{pkmn|journey}} to gather [[Badge]]s and compete in the various [[Pokémon League]]s as {{pkmn|Trainer}}s, using them in battles against Pokémon both owned by other Trainers and found in the {{pkmn2|wild}}. In the [[Alola]] [[region]], Pokémon and Trainers instead take on trials in the [[island challenge]] on their journey. In addition, there are many different {{cat|Pokémon competitions|tournaments}} in which Trainers can compete together with their Pokémon, such as [[Pokémon Contest]]s and the [[Pokéathlon]]. | Pokémon have been, from the very beginning of the franchise, are spoken of as friends and partners to the [[human]]s of the [[Pokémon world]], helping them with various tasks from constructing buildings to exploration. Many people in the Pokémon world take Pokémon with them on a {{pkmn|journey}} to gather [[Badge]]s and compete in the various [[Pokémon League]]s as {{pkmn|Trainer}}s, using them in battles against Pokémon both owned by other Trainers and found in the {{pkmn2|wild}}. In the [[Alola]] [[region]], Pokémon and Trainers instead take on trials in the [[island challenge]] on their journey. In addition, there are many different {{cat|Pokémon competitions|tournaments}} in which Trainers can compete together with their Pokémon, such as [[Pokémon Contest]]s and the [[Pokéathlon]]. | ||
Across the nine [[generation]]s of {{pkmn|games}}, Pokémon are typically found | Across the nine [[generation]]s of {{pkmn|games}}, Pokémon are typically found multiple ways including: encountering them in [[tall grass]] or out int he open, finding them in [[cave]]s or {{cat|ruins}}, going [[fishing]] for them, {{m|surf}}ing on water, or [[In-game trade|trading]] with an [[Non-player character|NPC]]. These are often joined by several more ways in which to encounter Pokémon, such as: {{m|headbutt}}ing trees, obtaining and hatching {{pkmn|Egg}}s, using the [[Poké Radar]], attracting them in with [[Lure]]s or [[Honey]]. Multiple games allow for the player to encounter multiple Pokémon at once through [[double battle]]s or in [[horde encounter]]s, while some may be called upon by another in [[SOS Battle]]s. | ||
===History=== | |||
Pokémon have existed since ancient times. It's said that {{p|Arceus}}, is known to be the first Pokémon in existence, while {{p|Mew}} is known to be a common a ancestor among all naturally born Pokémon. Pokémon in the dinosauric past have since [[fossil|fossilized]] and gone extinct, but many can still be revived in the modern day. | |||
Along time ago, according to [[Sinnoh myths|myths]] found in the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]], Pokémon were once considered to be the same as people, being respected and ate food at the same table. Beyond this however, there also became a time where Pokémon and humans were considered vastly different and lived separate lives. As shown in {{g|Legends: Arceus}}, the Sinnoh region, originally named [[Hisui]], Pokémon were feared as monsters and villages were often built to hide and defend from Pokémon. Despite this, some cultures saw Pokémon as friends and partners and would live with Pokémon, including within the [[Diamond Clan|Diamond]] and [[Pearl Clan]]s or in other regions such as [[Alola]]. At this time, other regions, such as [[Kanto]] have also found ways to tame [[wild Pokémon]]. | |||
Many civilizations built religion and cultures based on beliefs around Pokémon, framing some as all-powerful gods and deities, other seen as sacred and noble. Many times, these Pokémon are [[Legendary Pokémon|Legendary]] or [[Mythical Pokémon|Mythical]]. The people of Hisui, the [[Celestica people]], worshiped a god known as "Almighty Sinnoh", a Pokémon named {{ga|Arceus}} who they believed had created everything, as well as {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} who they believed controlled time and space respectively. The [[Draconid people]] in [[Hoenn]] worshiped a Pokémon known as {{p|Rayquaza}}, referred to as the Dragon Lord, after it had saved the world from the destruction of the world caused by [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}}. In Alola, and still done in the modern day, festivals and parties are given out to the [[guardian deities]], four Pokémon who are known to protect the island that they inhabit. While typically these praised Pokémon are in [[Legendary groups]], many are not, including [[noble Pokémon|noble]] and [[Totem Pokémon]], who still actively take part in a region's culture and identity. Normal everyday Pokémon such as {{p|Bronzor}} were considered sacred. | |||
As more research has developed on Pokémon, people eventually began to trust them and work along side them. A Pokémon Trainer is a common position for humans, who seek to train Pokémon and better understand them, being a primary focus of the core-series. A [[Pokédex]] is often used to record information on Pokémon, giving the owner better understanding of a Pokémon's ecology. Pokémon are also still used in fields beyond just training and studying, they can be seen as a use of travel in the form of [[Ride Pokémon]], or as form of help by clearing trees or solving puzzles by using [[field move]]s. | |||
Many games also focus on the origins many Pokémon may have and where they come from. | |||
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