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Nuzleaf may be based on a sprouting {{wp|acorn}} as well as the ''{{wp|tengu}}'' - Japanese {{wp|yokai}} that have long noses, supernatural powers, and enjoy playing cruel tricks on people. Its tendency to cause fear in others by playing a grass flute is reminiscent of {{wp|Pan (god)|Pan}}, the Greek god of nature known for playing reed pipes and shouting loudly to cause panic if awoken from his nap. Its wooden, humanoid body | Nuzleaf may be based on a sprouting {{wp|acorn}} as well as the ''{{wp|tengu}}'' - Japanese {{wp|yokai}} that have long noses, use their supernatural powers to protect forests, and enjoy playing cruel tricks on people. Its tendency to cause fear in others by playing a grass flute is reminiscent of {{wp|Pan (god)|Pan}}, the Greek god of nature known for playing reed pipes and shouting loudly to cause panic if awoken from his nap. Its wooden, humanoid body and long nose are also reminiscent of {{wp|Pinocchio}}. | ||
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