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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 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]]. | 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. Additionally, many plant-like Pokémon and {{p|Heliolisk}} are able to photosynthesize. 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 | Across the nine [[generation]]s of {{pkmn|games}}, Pokémon are found in multiple ways including: encountering them in [[tall grass]] or out in the open, finding them in [[cave]]s or {{cat|ruins}}, going [[fishing]] for them, {{m|surf}}ing on water, using [[field move]]s or [[item]]s on certain objects, [[gift Pokémon|gifted]] by an [[Non-player character|NPC]] or [[In-game trade|traded]] with an NPC or another player. These are often joined by several more ways in which to encounter Pokémon, such as: obtaining and hatching {{pkmn|Egg}}s, using the [[Poké Radar]], participating in [[Raid Battle]]s, being [[ambush encounter|ambushed]], or attracting them with [[Lure]]s, {{m|Sweet Scent}} 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=== | ===History=== | ||