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===Origin=== | ===Origin=== | ||
Like its pre-evolved forms, Swampert | Like its pre-evolved forms, Swampert appears to be based on the {{wp|Necturus|mudpuppy}}, {{wp|axolotl}}, {{wp|mudskipper}}, or the {{wp|Gilled lungfish|gilled African lungfish}}. Swampert's portrayal in the anime suggests that it could also be based on common depictions of a {{wp|List of swamp monsters|swamp monster}}—a fictional, frequently antagonistic creature imagined to live in swamps and often has some physical humanoid traits. The fins on its head and tail resemble {{wp|Japanese war fan}}s, also known as ''tessen''. Its stance is reminiscent of {{wp|rikishi|sumo wrestler}}s. | ||
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