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==Biology== | ==Biology== | ||
[[File:644Zekrom-Activated.png|thumb|left|200px|Zekrom in Overdrive mode]] | [[File:644Zekrom-Activated.png|thumb|left|200px|Zekrom in its {{form|Reshiram, Zekrom, and Kyurem|Overdrive mode}}]] | ||
Zekrom is a black, bipedal {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} resembling a dragon or dinosaur, with dark patches on various portions of its body. It has red sclerae, white irises, and black pupils, as well as a small horn-like protrusion on the tip of its snout. Its head sports a thundercloud-like crest tipped with light-blue coloration. There are six pairs of pointed teeth visible when its mouth is open, two in the upper jaw and four in the lower. At the base of its neck is a black, stud-like feature, and atop its shoulders are similar, larger features resembling armor padding. The bases of its wings also have such padding, and a fanned, splayed, seemingly webbed shape with a small "wing-spike" on one edge. The lower lengths of Zekrom's arms extenuate into splayed, seemingly webbed, somewhat baseball-mitt-like formations, with three-clawed, dark-colored hands on the undersides. The front portion of Zekrom's waist is black-colored, with its belly and thighs having thin striations down their length. Its knees are black, as are the foremost parts of its three-clawed feet and spiked heels. When its emotions surge, it enters {{form|Reshiram, Zekrom, and Kyurem|Overdrive mode}}, and its tail lights up with a blue light. | Zekrom is a black, bipedal {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} resembling a dragon or dinosaur, with dark patches on various portions of its body. It has red sclerae, white irises, and black pupils, as well as a small horn-like protrusion on the tip of its snout. Its head sports a thundercloud-like crest tipped with light-blue coloration. There are six pairs of pointed teeth visible when its mouth is open, two in the upper jaw and four in the lower. At the base of its neck is a black, stud-like feature, and atop its shoulders are similar, larger features resembling armor padding. The bases of its wings also have such padding, and a fanned, splayed, seemingly webbed shape with a small "wing-spike" on one edge. The lower lengths of Zekrom's arms extenuate into splayed, seemingly webbed, somewhat baseball-mitt-like formations, with three-clawed, dark-colored hands on the undersides. The front portion of Zekrom's waist is black-colored, with its belly and thighs having thin striations down their length. Its knees are black, as are the foremost parts of its three-clawed feet and spiked heels. When its emotions surge, it enters {{form|Reshiram, Zekrom, and Kyurem|Overdrive mode}}, and its tail lights up with a blue light. | ||
Zekrom's tail consists of a large, round, conical, and spiked formation, likened to an electricity generator, with a black inner portion and bands on the tip of the outside portion. This tail produces energy for its attacks and emits an anti-gravity field, allowing Zekrom to fly through the air with minimal effects from aerodynamic resistance and gravity. This tail generator is also activated when influenced by either {{ | Zekrom's tail consists of a large, round, conical, and spiked formation, likened to an electricity generator, with a black inner portion and bands on the tip of the outside portion. This tail produces energy for its attacks and emits an anti-gravity field, allowing Zekrom to fly through the air with minimal effects from aerodynamic resistance and gravity. This tail generator is also activated when influenced by either {{p|Reshiram}}'s [[signature move]]s, which in turn powers up Zekrom's. It can cause several thunderstorms in one area, and it normally hides in thunderclouds. It is said that Zekrom holds the power to destroy the world. Zekrom loves [[Zekrom Treat|Zekrom Treats]] made by [[Snacksworth]], who once encountered it in the past. | ||
In a [[Unova]]n myth about the twin heroes, Zekrom sided with the younger brother who sought ideals. Zekrom is said to be {{p|Reshiram}}'s equal in battle, meaning neither of the two dragons can truly defeat the other. Zekrom and Rehsiram are powerful enough to destroy the region they reside in. Zekrom can transform into the [[Dark Stone]] should its body get destroyed or by {{p|Kyurem}}'s tendril-like appendages. Zekrom can willingly transform itself back from said stone when awakened by a hero who believes in ideals. According to one myth, Zekrom uses its lightning to annihilate kingdoms of people who have lost the righteousness in their hearts | In a [[Unova]]n myth about the twin heroes, Zekrom sided with the younger brother who sought ideals. Zekrom is said to be {{p|Reshiram}}'s equal in battle, meaning neither of the two dragons can truly defeat the other. Zekrom and Rehsiram are powerful enough to destroy the region they reside in. Zekrom can transform into the [[Dark Stone]] should its body get destroyed or by {{p|Kyurem}}'s tendril-like appendages. Zekrom can willingly transform itself back from said stone when awakened by a hero who believes in ideals. According to one myth, Zekrom uses its lightning to annihilate kingdoms of people who have lost the righteousness in their hearts. | ||
Zekrom is the only known Pokémon capable of learning the move Bolt Strike by leveling up. | Zekrom is the [[signature move|only known Pokémon]] capable of learning the move {{m|Bolt Strike}} by leveling up. Additionaly Zekrom and {{form|Kyurem|Black}} {{p|Kyurem}} are the only known Pokémon capable of learning the move {{m|Fusion Bolt}} by leveling up. Reshiram and Black Kyurem are also the [[Signature Ability|only known Pokémon]] that can have {{a|Turboblaze}} as an [[Ability]]. | ||
==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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{{Spindata/GO|col=6|type=Dragon|ndex=644 | {{Spindata/GO | ||
|hatch=N/A | | col = 6 | ||
|buddy=20<!-- | | type = Dragon | ||
| ndex = 644 | |||
| hatch = N/A | |||
| buddy = 20<!-- | |||
|candy=Zekrom--> | |candy=Zekrom--> | ||
|evolution=N/A | | evolution = N/A | ||
|stamina=205 | | stamina = 205 | ||
|attack=275 | | attack = 275 | ||
|defense=211 | | defense = 211 | ||
|fast={{m|Dragon Breath}}, {{m|Charge Beam}} | | fast = {{m|Dragon Breath}}, {{m|Charge Beam}} | ||
|special={{m|Outrage}}, {{m|Wild Charge}}, {{m|Flash Cannon}}, {{m|Crunch}}, {{m|Fusion Bolt}}{{tt|†|From January 10, 2023 onward}} | | special = {{m|Outrage}}, {{m|Wild Charge}}, {{m|Flash Cannon}}, {{m|Crunch}}, {{m|Fusion Bolt}}{{tt|†|From January 10, 2023 onward}} | ||
}} | }} | ||
|} | |} | ||
===Evolution data=== | === Evolution data=== | ||
<div style="float:center; display:flex; flex-flow:row wrap;"> | <div style="float:center; display:flex; flex-flow:row wrap;"> | ||
{{Evobox-1 | {{Evobox-1 | ||
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===Main series=== | ===Main series=== | ||
[[File:Zekrom M14.png|thumb|250px|Zekrom in the {{pkmn|anime}}]] | [[File:Zekrom M14.png|thumb|250px|Zekrom in the {{pkmn|anime}}]] | ||
====Major appearances==== | ==== Major appearances==== | ||
=====[[Zekrom (M14)]]===== | =====[[Zekrom (M14)]]===== | ||
Zekrom appeared in [[M14|''White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'']]. In the former, it is controlled by {{Ash}}, while in the latter, it is controlled by [[Damon]]. Along with {{OBP|Reshiram|M14}}, Zekrom can [[Talking Pokémon|speak through telepathy]]. | Zekrom appeared in [[M14|''White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'']]. In the former, it is controlled by {{Ash}}, while in the latter, it is controlled by [[Damon]]. Along with {{OBP|Reshiram|M14}}, Zekrom can [[Talking Pokémon|speak through telepathy]]. | ||
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Its only known move is {{m|Thunder}}. | Its only known move is {{m|Thunder}}. | ||
====Minor appearances==== | ==== Minor appearances==== | ||
A Zekrom appeared in a fantasy in ''[[BW123|Farewell, Unova! Setting Sail for New Adventures!]]''. | A Zekrom appeared in a fantasy in ''[[BW123|Farewell, Unova! Setting Sail for New Adventures!]]''. | ||
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In ''[[JN046|Getting More Than You Battled For!]]'', a Zekrom was pulled out of one of {{p|Hoopa}}'s rings. | In ''[[JN046|Getting More Than You Battled For!]]'', a Zekrom was pulled out of one of {{p|Hoopa}}'s rings. | ||
===Pokémon Generations=== | === Pokémon Generations=== | ||
[[File:Hilbert Zekrom PG.png|thumb|250px|Zekrom in [[Pokémon Generations]]]] | [[File:Hilbert Zekrom PG.png|thumb|250px|Zekrom in [[Pokémon Generations]]]] | ||
A Zekrom briefly appeared at the end of ''[[PG15|The King Returns]]'', under the ownership of {{ga|Hilbert}}. | A Zekrom briefly appeared at the end of ''[[PG15|The King Returns]]'', under the ownership of {{ga|Hilbert}}. | ||
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A Zekrom appeared in ''[[FAT2|The King's Identity...!!]]'', under the ownership of [[N]]. | A Zekrom appeared in ''[[FAT2|The King's Identity...!!]]'', under the ownership of [[N]]. | ||
===Pokémon Adventures=== | === Pokémon Adventures=== | ||
{{main|Tao trio (Adventures)}} | {{main|Tao trio (Adventures)}} | ||
Zekrom debuted in an image while the [[Shadow Triad]] plot to steal the Dark Stone from [[Clay]]. {{adv|N}} awakened it from the stone and it is currently with him. It first appeared in ''[[PS474|Defeating Stoutland]]''. | Zekrom debuted in an image while the [[Shadow Triad]] plot to steal the Dark Stone from [[Clay]]. {{adv|N}} awakened it from the stone and it is currently with him. It first appeared in ''[[PS474|Defeating Stoutland]]''. | ||
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[[N]] befriended a Zekrom atop [[Dragonspiral Tower]] and used it to enforce his ideal of turning [[Unova]] into a country where only Pokémon reside. | [[N]] befriended a Zekrom atop [[Dragonspiral Tower]] and used it to enforce his ideal of turning [[Unova]] into a country where only Pokémon reside. | ||
===Pokémon RéBURST=== | ===Pokémon RéBURST === | ||
[[Ryouga]] uses a Burst Heart with a Zekrom inside of it to [[Burst]], allowing him to use the abilities that the Pokémon possesses. | [[Ryouga]] uses a Burst Heart with a Zekrom inside of it to [[Burst]], allowing him to use the abilities that the Pokémon possesses. | ||
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Zekrom also appears as a trophy in the 3DS game. | Zekrom also appears as a trophy in the 3DS game. | ||
====Trophy information==== | ====Trophy information ==== | ||
''Zekrom's jet-black body contrasts sharply with the pure white of Reshiram, but the two do have some similarities: both are Legendary Pokémon said to have world-destroying powers. Zekrom's tail acts as a generator that can scorch the world with lightning, but it is said to assist those who wish to build an ideal world.'' | ''Zekrom's jet-black body contrasts sharply with the pure white of Reshiram, but the two do have some similarities: both are Legendary Pokémon said to have world-destroying powers. Zekrom's tail acts as a generator that can scorch the world with lightning, but it is said to assist those who wish to build an ideal world.'' | ||
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[[File:Zekrom Yellow Battle Chess.png|thumb|Zekrom in Pokémon Battle Chess]] | [[File:Zekrom Yellow Battle Chess.png|thumb|Zekrom in Pokémon Battle Chess]] | ||
* In games prior to [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]], Zekrom has a catch rate of 45. This is likely due to it being a required capture during the storyline of [[Pokémon Black and White]]. | * In games prior to [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]], Zekrom has a catch rate of 45. This is likely due to it being a required capture during the storyline of [[Pokémon Black and White]]. | ||
* Zekrom was first revealed simultaneously alongside {{p|Reshiram}} on both the official English and Japanese [[Pokémon]] websites on May 28, 2010. This makes them the first two {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} simultaneously revealed worldwide. | *Zekrom was first revealed simultaneously alongside {{p|Reshiram}} on both the official English and Japanese [[Pokémon]] websites on May 28, 2010. This makes them the first two {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} simultaneously revealed worldwide. | ||
* On May 31, 2010, two weeks prior to the official revelation of Zekrom's [[type]], [[Shōko Nakagawa]] spoke about her love of {{type|Electric}} Pokémon on her blog and mentioned that because of that, she wanted to get a Zekrom. This statement was then quickly removed.{{fact}} | *On May 31, 2010, two weeks prior to the official revelation of Zekrom's [[type]], [[Shōko Nakagawa]] spoke about her love of {{type|Electric}} Pokémon on her blog and mentioned that because of that, she wanted to get a Zekrom. This statement was then quickly removed.{{fact}} | ||
* Zekrom has the highest base {{stat|Attack}} and base stat total of all {{type|Electric}} Pokémon. | *Zekrom has the highest base {{stat|Attack}} and base stat total of all {{type|Electric}} Pokémon. | ||
* Zekrom is the [[List of Pokémon by weight|heaviest]] Pokémon introduced in Generation V. | *Zekrom is the [[List of Pokémon by weight|heaviest]] Pokémon introduced in Generation V. | ||
* Zekrom, as well as Reshiram, made an appearance alongside {{p|Pikachu}} and a {{i|Poké Ball}} in 2010's {{wp|Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade}}. | *Zekrom, as well as Reshiram, made an appearance alongside {{p|Pikachu}} and a {{i|Poké Ball}} in 2010's {{wp|Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade}}. | ||
* In the Generation V games, Zekrom, Reshiram, and Kyurem use different variations of the same battle theme. In Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, and [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]], however, Zekrom's version (featuring electric sound effects) is used for all three Pokémon. | * In the Generation V games, Zekrom, Reshiram, and Kyurem use different variations of the same battle theme. In Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, and [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]], however, Zekrom's version (featuring electric sound effects) is used for all three Pokémon. | ||
** This is not the case for {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}, however, as those games do have each of the trio using their own variants of their battle themes. | **This is not the case for {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}, however, as those games do have each of the trio using their own variants of their battle themes. | ||
* Zekrom appears in {{DL|Pokémon Battle Chess|Pokémon Battle Chess BW Version}}. Alongside Reshiram, the player must lose a specific number of pieces (three in Zekrom's case) to use it, and it takes four spaces on the board. | *Zekrom appears in {{DL|Pokémon Battle Chess|Pokémon Battle Chess BW Version}}. Alongside Reshiram, the player must lose a specific number of pieces (three in Zekrom's case) to use it, and it takes four spaces on the board. | ||
* The initial design drafts for what would become Zekrom and its counterpart Reshiram were done by [[Keiko Moritsugu]],<ref name=Moritsugu>[https://imgur.com/a/cgf0g14 Archive of deleted tweet by Keiko Moritsugu, explaining which Generation V Pokémon she had designed]</ref> while their final designs were created by [[Ken Sugimori]].<ref name=1up>''How Pokemon Get Made'', 1up.com ([https://web.archive.org/web/20130510123211/http://www.1up.com/news/how-pokemon-get-made Archive])</ref> | *The initial design drafts for what would become Zekrom and its counterpart Reshiram were done by [[Keiko Moritsugu]],<ref name="Moritsugu">[https://imgur.com/a/cgf0g14 Archive of deleted tweet by Keiko Moritsugu, explaining which Generation V Pokémon she had designed]</ref> while their final designs were created by [[Ken Sugimori]].<ref name="1up">''How Pokemon Get Made'', 1up.com ([https://web.archive.org/web/20130510123211/http://www.1up.com/news/how-pokemon-get-made Archive])</ref> | ||
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** According to Moritsugu, Zekrom's final design is mostly similar to her draft, while Reshiram's final design ended up being significantly different from her draft.<ref name=Moritsugu/> | **According to Moritsugu, Zekrom's final design is mostly similar to her draft, while Reshiram's final design ended up being significantly different from her draft.<ref name="Moritsugu" /> | ||
** According to [[Junichi Masuda]], Zekrom's design was originally supposed to have four hands.<ref name=Bisafans>(February 10, 2011). [https://www.bisafans.de/spiele/editionen/schwarz-weiss/gamefreak.php Interview with Game Freak in London] by Bisafans (Page 1) (German)</ref> | **According to [[Junichi Masuda]], Zekrom's design was originally supposed to have four hands.<ref name="Bisafans">(February 10, 2011). [https://www.bisafans.de/spiele/editionen/schwarz-weiss/gamefreak.php Interview with Game Freak in London] by Bisafans (Page 1) (German)</ref> | ||
** Zekrom is Ken Sugimori's favorite Pokémon from Pokémon Black and White.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20141011000532/http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/24213/what-is-ken-sugimoris-favourite-pokmon/ What is Ken Sugimori's favourite Pokémon?] (archived)</ref> | **Zekrom is Ken Sugimori's favorite Pokémon from Pokémon Black and White.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20141011000532/http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/24213/what-is-ken-sugimoris-favourite-pokmon/ What is Ken Sugimori's favourite Pokémon?] (archived)</ref> | ||
===Origin=== | ===Origin=== | ||
Zekrom and its counterpart {{p|Reshiram}} are based on the concept of {{wp|yin and yang}} in {{wp|Taoism}}, directly referenced by Zekrom's Japanese [[Pokémon category|category name]]: こくいんポケモン Black Yin Pokémon. Zekrom's design was made to be tough and masculine, to contrast Reshiram's light, airy, graceful, and feminine design.<ref name=1up/><ref name=Bisafans/> Its masculine design, however, contrasts the traditionally feminine characterization of yin in Taoism. Its tail, the center point of its design, is based on an electric {{wp|turbine}}.<ref name=1up/> | Zekrom and its counterpart {{p|Reshiram}} are based on the concept of {{wp|yin and yang}} in {{wp|Taoism}}, directly referenced by Zekrom's Japanese [[Pokémon category|category name]]: こくいんポケモン Black Yin Pokémon. Zekrom's design was made to be tough and masculine, to contrast Reshiram's light, airy, graceful, and feminine design.<ref name="1up" /><ref name="Bisafans" /> Its masculine design, however, contrasts the traditionally feminine characterization of yin in Taoism. Its tail, the center point of its design, is based on an electric {{wp|turbine}}.<ref name="1up" /> | ||
Zekrom in its Dark Stone form may take inspiration from the Jewish concepts of {{wp|Urim and Thummim}} (possibly translated as “light and perfection”). In pop culture, they are commonly depicted as a white and black stone. Its association with ideals would align with the idea of perfection. | Zekrom in its Dark Stone form may take inspiration from the Jewish concepts of {{wp|Urim and Thummim}} (possibly translated as “light and perfection”). In pop culture, they are commonly depicted as a white and black stone. Its association with ideals would align with the idea of perfection. | ||
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==Related articles== | ==Related articles== | ||
* [[Zekrom (M14)]] | *[[Zekrom (M14)]] | ||
* [[Tao trio]] | *[[Tao trio]] | ||
* [[Tao trio (Adventures)]] | *[[Tao trio (Adventures)]] | ||
* [[Legendary Pokémon]] | *[[Legendary Pokémon]] | ||
* [[Pokémon fusion]] | *[[Pokémon fusion]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||