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Updated: 05/10/2018.

==About Myself==

* I am only a fan of the primary canon of Pokémon games.

* I do not support or engage in Poké-shipping.

[Note: In the following section, lower numbers indicate higher preference for that enumerated item.]

* favorite Pokémon:  

** 2: Sceptile - Finally! Here comes a phenomenal Grass-type for speedy Offense.

** 3: Venasaur - Has a diverse movepool with exceptional Support moves.

==Modest Proposals & Musings: Changes to Pokémon Species & Movelists==

* {{p|Bulbasaur}} should only be a {{type|Grass}}.

* Now known as the ''Scale Armor Pokémon'', {{p|Sandshrew}} and {{p|Sandslash}} now have the abilities {{a|Shield Dust}} or {{a|Filter}}.

** Neither {{p|Sandshrew}} nor {{p|Sandslash}} can learn {{m|Earthquake}}, including via [[TM]]. {{p|Sandshrew}} and {{p|Sandslash}} should learn {{m|Rock Climb}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Earthquake}}. However, Alolan {{p|Sandslash}} can learn {{m|Earthquake}} via [[TM]].

** Alolan {{p|Sandslash}} and {{p|Sandshrew}} should learn {{m|Rollout}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Ice Ball}}.

** Alolan {{p|Sandshrew}} should learn {{m|Bulldoze}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Hail}} and {{m|Chip Away}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Blizzard}}.

* {{p|Clefairy}} should learn {{type|Fairy}} {{m|Dizzy Punch}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Body Slam}}.

* {{p|Zubat}}, {{p|Golbat}}, and {{p|Crobat}} now have the abilities ''Nocturnal'' – which prevents {{status|sleep}} in most cases and grants a STAB-boost for using {{t|Ghost}} or {{type|Dark}} attacks (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below) – or {{a|Infiltrator}}.

* {{p|Venomoth}} is now {{t|Bug}}/{{type|Fairy}} and renamed ''Lunamoth, the Lunar Moth Pokémon'' (or have a regional variant to that effect).

** ''Lunamoth'' {{p|Venomoth}} should learn {{m|Misty Terrain}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Tackle}}, {{m|Moonlight}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Leech Life}}, and {{m|Moonblast}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Psychic}}.

** ''Lunamoth'' learns {{m|Powder}} and {{m|Silver Wind}} as {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-moves in lieu of {{m|Gust}}. ''Lunamoth'' no longer learns {{m|Stun Spore}} and {{m|Poison Powder}} by level-up ({{m|Sleep Powder}} is retained).

** ''Lunamoth's'' ability is {{a|Levitate}}.

* {{p|Meowth}} now has the abilities {{a|Pickup}} or {{a|Moody}}. {{p|Persian}} now has the abilities {{a|Sand Rush}} (replacing Meowth's Pickup) or {{a|Defiant}} (replacing Meowth's Moody).

** By comparison, ''{{p|Slakoth}} + Lv 18 → {{p|Vigoroth}} + Lv 40 → {{p|Snorlax}}''

** {{p|Slaking}} is now {{type|Fighting}}. Its abilities are now {{a|Defiant}} or {{a|Anger Point}}, with {{a|Sap Sipper}} as its Hidden Ability.

* {{p|Poliwrath}} should be revamped as the ''Bullfrog Pokémon'', retaining its {{t|Water}}/{{type|Fighting}}.  

** {{p|Politoed}} should be revamped as ''Lefrog'', the {{t|Water}}/{{type|Grass}} ''Leaf Frog Pokémon''. {{p|Poliwhirl}} evolves into ''Lefrog'' using a [[Leaf Stone]].

* {{p|Ponyta}} and {{p|Rapidash}} learn {{m|Double Kick}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Tackle}} and {{m|Poison Jab}}, respectively, as well as {{m|Fire Spin}} by level-up instead of {{m|Flame Wheel}}, {{m|Reversal}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Take Down}}, and {{m|Jump Kick}} by level-up instead of {{m|Bounce}}. Furthermore, Rapidash picks up {{m|Blaze Kick}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move.

** Rapidash also learns {{m|Bounce}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Fury Attack}}. Rapidash no longer learns {{m|Fury Attack}}, {{m|Flame Wheel}}, or {{m|Poison Jab}} by level-up.

** Rapidash and Ponyta no longer learn {{m|Flame Wheel}} by level-up, only as an [[Egg Move]].

** Ponyta and Rapidash should both be taller, Ponyta reaching a [[List of Pokémon by height|height]] of 4'7" (1.4 m).

** {{p|Dodrio}} now has the abilities {{a|Run Away}} or {{a|Quick Feet}} (replacing Doduo's {{a|Early Bird}}).

** Boost Doduo's base HP (30) to 55. Boost Dodrio's base HP (60) to 70 and reduce its base Attack (110) to 100 for a base stat total of 460.

* A mean-spirited, even malicious Pokémon that seeks to harm (or at the very least play cruel pranks on) its targets and literally lurks in shadows, {{p|Gengar}} should be reclassified as {{t|Ghost}}/{{t|Dark}}. Gengar also picks up {{m|Dark Void}} as its final level-up move.

* {{p|Onix}} should swap its base Attack stat (45) for its base Speed stat (70). {{p|Steelix}} should trade 25 points from its base Special Attack stat to boost its base Speed stat (30) to 55.

** {{p|Drowzee}}, {{p|Hypno}}, and {{p|Munna}} now have the abilities {{a|Trace}} <del>or ''Nocturnal'' (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below)</del> <del>or {{a|Comatose}}</del> <del>or {{a|Telepathy}}</del> or {{a|Mummy}}.

** Munna can pick up {{m|Pain Split}} as an [[Egg Move]].

** <del>Boost Kingler's base Special Defense to at least 75 (+25) and reduce its base Speed to 70 (-5) for a base stat total of 495.</del>

** Boost Kingler's base Special Defense to at least 75 (+25), increase its base HP to 65 (+10), boost its Special Attack to 60 (+10), and reduce its base Speed to 65 (-10) for a base stat total of 510 (now same as Crawdaunt, see below).

* Using a [[Leaf Stone]], {{p|Tangela}} now evolves into {{p|Carnivine}}, which gains some defensive bulk in lieu of Tangrowth (Tangrowth is no more!)

** {{p|Carnivine}} is now {{t|Grass}}/{{t|Dark}}.

* {{p|Rhyhorn}}, {{p|Rhydon}}, and {{p|Rhyperior}} can no longer learn {{m|Surf}}.

** {{p|Rhyhorn}} can now learn {{m|Heat Crash}} through breeding as an [[Egg Move]].

** Tangela can learn {{m|Sucker Punch}} and ''Thorn Whip'' as [[Egg Move]]s.

** Tangela no longer learns {{m|Ancient Power}} by level-up.

** Lickitung joins the [[Dragon Egg Group]] and can learn {{m|Dragon Tail}} as an [[Egg Move]].

** Lickilicky is no more!

* {{p|Marowak}} is the male-only evolution of {{p|Cubone}}, whose mother ({{p|Kangaskhan}}) passes not long after raising it from infancy. Similarly, {{p|Kangaskhan}} is the female-only evolution of Cubone. Marowak generally live as solitary hunters (or in small packs of 2-4) whereas Kangaskhan live together in matriarchal herds (yes, think of real-world {{wp|Elephant|African elephants}}).

** Male Cubone still evolve into Marowak starting at level 28 but female Cubone evolve into Kangaskhan given high [[friendship]].

** Kangaskhan also picks up {{m|Fire Punch}} and {{m|Thunder Punch}} at level 1.

** Furthermore, Kangaskhan now learns {{m|Dragon Rush}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move.

** Kangaskhan no longer learns {{m|Dizzy Punch}} by level-up.

** Kangaskhan's abilities are now {{a|Scrappy}} or {{a|Iron Fist}}.

* {{p|Scyther}} should learn {{m|Aerial Ace}} by level-up instead of {{m|Wing Attack}}.

** {{p|Scizor}} now learns {{m|Vice Grip}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Metal Claw}} and re-learns {{m|Vice Grip}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move; {{m|Vice Grip}} is now considered {{t|Steel}}-type and has a 30% chance of lowering the target's {{stat|Defense}} stat by one stage after each use (see ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section).

* {{p|Tauros}} should be {{t|Fighting}} with abilities {{a|Sheer Force}} or {{a|Intimidate}}. {{a|Anger Point}} is its hidden ability.

** {{p|Tauros}} learns {{m|Double Kick}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Tackle}}, {{m|Vital Throw}} by level-up instead of {{m|Rest}}, {{m|Bulldoze}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Take Down}}, {{m|Iron Head}} by level-up instead of {{m|Zen Headbutt}}, and {{m|Head Smash}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Giga Impact}}. {{p|Tauros}} also picks up {{m|Counter}} at level 1.

* {{p|Flareon}} now has the ability {{a|Fur Coat}}. {{p|Jolteon}} now has the ability <del>{{a|Quick Feet}}</del> {{a|Static}}. {{p|Vaporeon}} now has the ability <del>''Dazzle'' (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below)</del> {{a|Wonder Skin}} <del>{{a|Water Veil}}</del>.

** {{p|Flareon}} should learn ''Scorched Earth'' by level-up in lieu of {{m|Scary Face}} and {{m|Eruption}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Lava Plume}}.

** {{p|Vaporeon}} should learn {{m|Scald}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Water Gun}}, ''Vapor Therapy'' by level-up instead of {{m|Acid Armor}}, and {{m|Mist}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Haze}}.

* {{p|Aerodactyl}} now has the abilities {{a|Aerilate}} or {{a|Strong Jaw}}/{{a|Intimidate}}. Aerodactyl should learn {{m|Crush Claw}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Take Down}}, {{m|Roost}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Iron Head}}, {{m|Dragon Claw}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Hyper Beam}}, and {{m|Sky Attack}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Giga Impact}}.

* {{p|Dratini}} gains the second ability {{a|Cloud Nine}}. {{p|Dragonair}} now has the abilities {{a|Marvel Scale}} or {{a|Cloud Nine}}, rather than Shed Skin. {{p|Dragonite}} now has the abilities {{a|Marvel Scale}} or {{a|Cloud Nine}}, rather than Inner Focus.

* {{p|Articuno}}'s ability is now {{a|Snow Warning}}, rather than Pressure. {{p|Zapdos}}' ability is now {{a|Drizzle}}, rather than Pressure. {{p|Moltres}}' ability is now {{a|Drought}}, rather than Pressure. {{p|Lugia}}'s ability is now {{a|Air Lock}}, rather than Pressure.

* {{p|Typhlosion}} should learn ''Scorched Earth'' and {{m|Dig}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Gyro Ball}} and {{m|Gyro Ball}}, <del>{{m|Snarl}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Swift}},</del> {{m|Incinerate}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Flame Charge}}, {{m|Earth Power}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Rollout}}, and {{m|Reversal}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Double-Edge}}. Typhlosion also picks up {{m|Snarl}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move.

** Typhlosion no longer learns {{m|Swift}} by level-up.

** {{p|Cyndaquil}} can pick up ''Dust Devil'' and {{m|Rototiller}} as [[Egg Move]]s.

* {{p|Furret}} is now {{t|Ground}}-type. Furret should learn {{m|Body Slam}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Slam}}, ''Sand Pit'' by level-up in lieu of {{m|Amnesia}}, {{m|Shore Up}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Rest}}, and {{m|Play Rough}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Hyper Voice}}. {{p|Furret}} also picks up {{m|Rototiller}} and {{m|Spikes}} at level 1.

** Furret should also learn {{m|Dig}} and {{m|Mud-Slap}} an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move in lieu of {{m|Agility}}.

** {{p|Sentret}} also picks up ''Dust Devil'' and [[Spikes]] as [[Egg Move]]s.

* <del>Nocturnal hunter {{p|Noctowl}} should be {{t|Dark}}/{{t|Flying}} or have the ability ''Nocturnal'' conferring STAB-damage for using {{type|Dark}} (and {{type|Ghost}}) moves.</del>

** Noctowl should pick up {{m|Night Slash}} and {{m|Hone Claws}} as {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-moves. Noctowl should also learn {{m|Moonlight}} at level 1 and {{m|Quash}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Dream Eater}} (see ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section). Furthermore, Noctowl picks up {{m|Throat Chop}} as its final level-up move.

** Noctowl and {{p|Hoothoot}} no longer learn {{m|Dream Eater}} by level-up.  

** Noctowl should be smaller, reaching a [[List of Pokémon by height|height]] no greater than 4'.

** Ledian also learns {{m|Tailwind}} and {{m|Baton Pass}} at level 1.

** <del>{{p|Ledian}} and {{p|Ariados}} are arguably counterparts to one another, sharing a 390 base stat total. But they are both in dire need of a boost, perhaps increasing their base stat total to 420 (on par with {{p|Mightyena}})?</del>

** Swap {{p|Ledian}}'s base Attack stat (35) for its base Special Attack stat (55) to make it more physically-oriented. Then boost its new base Attack stat (55) to 80 (+25), increase Defense stat to 60 (+10), increase base HP to 80 (+25), reduce Special Defense stat to 90 (-20), and reduce Speed stat to 80 (-5) for a base stat total of 425.

* Boost {{p|Ariados}}' Speed to 75 (+35), increase its Special Defense to 70 (+10), and decrease its Defense to 60 (-10) for a base stat total of 425.

* {{p|Azumarill}} picks up {{m|Ice Ball}} at level 1. {{p|Marill}} and {{p|Azumarill}} learn {{m|Ice Shard}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Double-Edge}} and {{m|Mist}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Superpower}}. Azumarill picks up {{m|Dive}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move.

** {{p|Marill}} can pick up {{m|Icy Wind}} and {{m|Ice Punch}} as [[Egg Move]]s.

** Boost Azumarill's base Attack to 75 (+25), increase Special Attack to 85 (+35), and boost Special Defense to 90 (+10) for a base stat total of 480.

** Azurill is no more!

** Aipom can pick up {{m|Bullet Seed}}, <del>{{m|Uproar}},</del> {{m|Force Palm}}, {{m|Drain Punch}}, {{m|Mach Punch}}, and {{m|Dynamic Punch}} as [[Egg Move]]s.

** Reduce Aipom's base Special Defense (55) to 45, Special Attack (40) to 30, and base Speed (85) to 70 for a base stat total of 325.

* {{p|Yanma}} and {{p|Yanmega}} learn {{m|Vacuum Wave}} by level-up instead of {{m|Quick Attack}} and {{m|Razor Wind}} by level-up instead of {{m|Air Slash}} (see ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section). Furthermore, Yanmega should learn {{m|Tailwind}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move.

** Yanma should also learn {{m|Pluck}} by level-up instead of {{m|Hypnosis}} (Yanmega retains {{m|Bug Bite}} at level 1 and {{m|Tailwind}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Wing Attack}}.

* {{p|Misdreavus}} and {{p|Mismagius}} learn ''Entrancing Song'' at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Disarming Voice}} by level-up instead of {{m|Psywave}}, and {{m|Punishment}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Payback}}.

** {{p|Mismagius}} learns {{m|Will-O-Wisp}} by level-up instead of {{m|Mystical Fire}}.

* {{p|Forretress}} is now {{t|Bug}}/{{t|Rock}}. {{p|Forretress}} should learn {{m|Rock Polish}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Autotomize}}, {{m|Accelerock}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Payback}}, {{m|Rock Tomb}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Magnet Rise}} (See ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section), and {{m|Head Smash}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Zap Cannon}}. Furthermore, Forretress learns {{m|Rapid Spin}} in lieu of {{m|Mirror Shot}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move.

** Forretress' ability is now {{a|Rock Head}} to avoid recoil damage from {{m|Double-Edge}} or {{m|Head Smash}}.

** Forretress picks up {{m|Sticky Web}} at level 1. Forretress no longer learns {{m|Mirror Shot}} by level-up.

** {{p|Pineco}} learns {{m|Struggle Bug}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Tackle}}.

* Considering its {{wp|Tsuchinoko|serpentine physiology}} (especially when seen as an elaboration on the mythical ‘plumed serpent’ motif) <del>and the scarcity of {{type|Dragon}} Pokémon</del>, {{p|Dunsparce}} should be reclassified as a {{type|Dragon}}.

** {{p|Dunsparce}} picks up {{m|Rototiller}} at level 1.

* Considering {{p|Granbull}}'s brute strength, Granbull should also be considered a {{type|Fighting}}.

** {{p|Granbull}} now has a choice between the abilities <del>{{a|Intimidate}}</del> {{a|Strong Jaw}} or {{a|Sheer Force}} (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below).

* {{p|Ursaring}} now has the abilities {{a|Guts}} or {{a|Intimidate}} (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below). {{p|Teddiursa}} now has the abilities {{a|Frisk}} or {{a|Sap Sipper}} (''Herbivorous'').

** Ursaring should learn {{m|Bulldoze}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Hammer Arm}}, {{m|Bulk Up}} by level-up instead of {{m|Play Nice}}, and {{m|Crunch}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Scary Face}}. Ursaring also picks up {{m|Snarl}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move. Teddiursa should learn {{m|Yawn}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Charm}}.

** Furthermore, both Teddiursa and Ursaring should learn {{m|Bide}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Fake Tears}}, {{m|Odor Sleuth}} by level-up instead of {{m|Feint Attack}}, and {{m|Natural Gift}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Sweet Scent}}. Teddiursa and Ursaring no longer learn {{m|Fling}} by level-up.

** <del>Instead of {{m|Sweet Scent}} by level-up, Teddiursa should learn {{m|Yawn}} while {{p|Ursaring}} learns {{m|Crunch}}.</del>

** Boost {{p|Slugma}}'s base Special Defense (40) to 60 and {{p|Magcargo}}'s base Special Defense (80) to 100.

** Mantine should learn {{m|Aqua Jet}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Bubble}}, {{m|Whirlpool}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Confuse Ray}}, {{m|Acrobatics}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Take Down}} (see note for Acrobatics under ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section below), and picks up {{m|Surf}} as its final level-up move. Mantine no longer learns {{m|Psybeam}}, {{m|Bullet Seed}}, or {{m|Signal Beam}} by level-up.

** Boost Mantine's base Attack (40) to 80, reduce its base Special Defense (140) to 110 and base Special Attack (80) to 70, retaining a base stat total of 485.  

** {{p|Skarmory}} no longer learns {{m|Night Slash}} by level-up, but can pick it up as an [[Egg Move]].

* {{p|Houndour}} and {{p|Houndoom}} now have the abilities {{a|Flash Fire}} or {{a|Intimidate}}.

** {{p|Houndoom}} also learns {{m|Poison Fang}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move.

** {{p|Donphan}} learns {{m|Vital Throw}} in lieu of {{m|Fury Attack}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move.

** Donphan learns {{m|Wide Guard}} at level 1.

* {{p|Stantler}} now has the abilities {{a|Quick Feet}} or {{a|Sap Sipper}} (''Herbivorous'').

** Stantler should learn {{m|Quick Attack}} by level-up instead of {{m|Tackle}}, {{m|Horn Attack}} by level-up instead of {{m|Astonish}}, {{m|Double Kick}} by level-up instead of {{m|Astonish}}, {{m|Glare}} by level-up instead of {{m|Hypnosis}}, {{m|Feint Attack}} by level-up instead of {{m|Confuse Ray}}, {{m|Natural Gift}} by level-up instead of {{m|Calm Mind}}, {{m|U-turn}} by level-up instead of {{m|Role Play}}, {{m|Megahorn}} by level-up instead of {{m|Imprison}}, and {{m|Thrash}} by level-up instead of {{m|Captivate}}.

** Stantler also picks up {{m|Follow Me}} at level 1.  

* {{p|Smeargle}} now has the abilities {{a|Trace}} or {{a|Technician}}.

* {{p|Hitmontop}} now has the abilities {{a|Quick Feet}} or {{a|Own Tempo}} (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below).

** Sneasel now evolves into Absol if [[level]]ed up while holding a [[Razor Claw]] at [[Time#Night|night]].

* {{p|Raikou}}'s ability is now {{a|Lightning Rod}}, rather than Pressure. {{p|Entei}}'s ability is now {{a|White Smoke}}, rather than Pressure. {{p|Suicune}}'s ability is now {{a|Delta Stream}}, rather than Pressure.

** {{p|Raikou}} also picks up {{m|Ion Deluge}} at level 1 (see ''Changes to Pokémon Moves section'' below).

* {{p|Lugia}}'s ability is now {{a|Air Lock}}, rather than Pressure.

* [[Mega]] {{p|Blaziken}} now has the ability {{a|Stamina}} in lieu of {{a|Speed Boost}}.

** <del>[[Mega]] {{p|Swampert}} has the ability {{a|Regenerator}} in lieu of {{a|Swift Swim}}.</del>

* {{p|Linoone}} the ''Rushing Pokémon'' should learn both {{m|Agility}} and {{m|Pursuit}} at level 1, then again as {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-moves. Linoone should also learn {{m|Follow Me}} by level-up instead of {{m|Bestow}}, {{m|Pluck}} instead of {{m|Double-Edge}}, {{m|Extreme Speed}} by level-up instead of {{m|Rest}}, and {{m|Spikes}} by level-up instead of {{m|Play Rough}}. Furthermore, Linoone learns {{m|Stockpile}}, {{m|Swallow}}, and {{m|Spit Up}} in lieu of {{m|Fling}}.

** Linoone now has the abilities {{a|Quick Feet}} or {{a|Fur Coat}}.

** {{p|Zigzagoon}} picks up {{m|Bullet Seed}} and {{m|Smelling Salts}} as [[Egg Move]]s.

** Mightyena should learn {{m|Dig}} at level 1 and again as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move.

** Mightyena no longer learns {{m|Crunch}} at level 1.

* {{p|Ludicolo}} now learns {{m|Teeter Dance}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move. {{p|Ludicolo}} also learns {{m|Grass Knot}} and {{m|Water Pulse}} at level 1.

** {{p|Lotad}} and {{p|Lombre}} also learn {{m|Soak}} at level 1.

** {{p|Shiftry}} also learns {{m|Punishment}} at level 1 and picks up {{m|Doom Desire}} as its final level-up move. (See ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section below.)

** Reduce Shitry's base HP (90) to 80 for a base stat total of 470.

** {{p|Surskit}} should learn {{m|Aqua Ring}} by level-up instead of {{m|Haze}}.

* Now known as the ''Mega Kick Pokémon'', {{p|Breloom}}'s {{type|Fighting}} movepool is now focused around delivering powerful kicks, rather than {{cat|punching moves}}.

** Breloom should also pick up {{m|Low Sweep}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move in lieu of {{m|Mach Punch}}.

** {{p|Ninjask}} should learn {{m|U-turn}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Mind Reader}}, {{m|Lock-On}} by level-up instead of {{m|Fury Swipes}}, and {{m|Screech}} by level-up instead of {{m|Absorb}}. Ninjask also picks up {{m|Aerial Ace}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move in lieu of {{m|Screech}}.

** Reduce Ninjask's base Speed (160) to 145 to boost its base Defense (45) to 60.

** {{p|Shedinja}} should learn {{m|Destiny Bond}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Scratch}}, {{m|Giga Drain}} by level-up instead of {{m|Mind Reader}}, and {{m|Mind Reader}} OR {{m|Miracle Eye}} by level-up instead of {{m|Fury Swipes}}, as well as picking up {{m|Strength Sap}} plus {{m|Extrasensory}} as its final level-up moves.

** Shedinja cannot learn {{m|Will-O-Wisp}} by any means, including [[TM61]].

** Boost ''Inari's'' Special Attack to 90 (+35) and Special Defense to 90 (+35) for a base stat total of 450.

* {{p|Gardevoir}} should be Female-only and {{p|Kirlia}} would have major gender differences.

<table><tr><th> </th><th>TYPE</th><th>CAT</th><th>CANDELA</th><th>ILLUMISE</th><th> </th></tr><tr><td>Flash</td><td>Normal</td><td>Status</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Helping Hand</td><td>Normal</td><td>Status</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Tackle</td><td>Normal</td><td>Physical</td><td>1</td><td>-</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Pound</td><td>Normal</td><td>Physical</td><td>-</td><td>1</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Vacuum Wave</td><td>Flying</td><td>Physical</td><td>9</td><td>9</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Confuse Ray</td><td>Ghost</td><td>Status</td><td>12</td><td>12</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Flame Charge</td><td>Fire</td><td>Physical</td><td>15</td><td>-</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Charge Beam</td><td>Electric</td><td>Special</td><td>-</td><td>15</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Double Team</td><td>Normal</td><td>Status</td><td>19</td><td>19</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Signal Beam</td><td>Bug</td><td>Special</td><td>22</td><td>22</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Will-O-Wisp</td><td>Fire</td><td>Status</td><td>26</td><td>-</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Thunder Wave</td><td>Electric</td><td>Status</td><td>-</td><td>26</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Tail Glow</td><td>Bug</td><td>Status</td><td>29</td><td>29</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Lunge</td><td>Bug</td><td>Physical</td><td>33</td><td>-</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Bug Buzz</td><td>Bug</td><td>Special</td><td>-</td><td>33</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Moonlight</td><td>Fairy</td><td>Status</td><td>36</td><td>36</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>U-Turn</td><td>Bug</td><td>Physical</td><td>40</td><td>-</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Volt Switch</td><td>Electric</td><td>Special</td><td>-</td><td>40</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Play Rough</td><td>Fairy</td><td>Physical</td><td>47</td><td>-</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Dazzling Gleam</td><td>Fairy</td><td>Special</td><td>-</td><td>47</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Flare Blitz</td><td>Fire</td><td>Physical</td><td>57</td><td>-</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Electro Ball</td><td>Electric</td><td>Special</td><td>-</td><td>57</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>(or Discharge)</td><td> </td><td> </td><td> </td><td> </td><td> </td></tr></table>

** {{p|Roselia}} no longer learns {{m|Poison Sting}} or {{m|Petal Dance}} by level-up. {{p|Roselia}} can also pick up {{m|Needle Arm}} and {{m|Facade}} as [[Egg Move]]s.

* {{p|Roserade}} should learn {{m|Poison Jab}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Venom Drench}}, {{m|Quiver Dance}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Weather Ball}}, {{m|Twineedle}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Poison Sting}}, {{m|Facade}} or {{m|Dazzling Gleam}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Mega Drain}}, and {{m|Toxic Spikes}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Grassy Terrain}}.

** {{p|Roserade}} now has the abilities {{a|Skill Link}} or {{a|Poison Point}} (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below).

** Roserade should be more evenly balanced across Attack and Special Attack. Adjust its base Attack to 100 (+30), base Special Attack to 100 (-25), and Special Defense to 95 (-10) for a base stat total of 510.

** {{p|Sharpedo}} should also learn {{m|Thunder Wave}} at level 1, {{m|Eerie Impulse}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Taunt}}, and picks up {{m|Dive}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move in lieu of {{m|Slash}}. {{p|Sharpedo}} also picks up {{m|Thrash}} as its final level-up move.

** {{p|Carvanha}} and {{p|Sharpedo}} no longer learn {{m|Ice Fang}} or {{m|Poison Fang}} by level-up.

** Numel no longer learns any {{type|Fire}} moves except for {{m|Overheat}}. Numel should learn {{m|Stomp}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Tackle}}, {{m|Sand Attack}} by level-up instead of {{m|Ember}}, ''Dust Devil'' by level-up instead of {{m|Flame Burst}}, {{m|Overheat}} by level-up instead of {{m|Lava Plume}}, {{m|Bulldoze}} by level-up instead of {{m|Earthquake}}, and {{m|Sandstorm}} by level-up instead of {{m|Flamethrower}}.

** Numel can pick up {{m|Hydro Pump}} and ''Fog Call'' as [[Egg Move]]s.

** {{p|Camerupt}}'s ability is {{a|Storm Drain}}.

** {{p|Camerupt}} should retain its movelist except for learning {{m|Water Spout}} by level-up instead of {{m|Eruption}}, {{m|Overheat}} by level-up instead of {{m|Lava Plume}}, {{m|Water Pulse}} by level-up instead of {{m|Focus Energy}}, {{m|Stomp}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Tackle}}, and picking up ''Vapor Therapy'' as its final level-up move. Camerupt should also pick up {{m|Scald}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move alongside {{m|Rock Slide}}.

** {{p|Typhlosion}} – not the revamped {{type|Fire}}/{{type|Water}} {{p|Camerupt}} – is now the mascot for [[Team Magma]].

* [[Mega]] {{p|Aggron}} has the ability {{a|Solid Rock}} in lieu of {{a|Filter}}.

** {{p|Medicham}} and {{p|Meditite}} should learn {{m|Rolling Kick}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Confusion}} as well as picking up the now-{{type|Fighting}} {{m|Rock Climb}} and the now-{{type|Ghost}} {{m|Aura Sphere}} as their final level-up moves.

** {{p|Medicham}} should learn {{m|Acrobatics}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Hidden Power}} (see note for Acrobatics under ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section below).

* {{p|Mawile}} now learns {{m|Disarming Voice}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Fairy Wind}}. Mawile also picks up the now-{{type|Fairy}} {{m|Doom Desire}} as its final level-up move. (See ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section below.)

** Instead of a boost to its base Defense stat, [[Mega]] {{p|Mawile}} gets a boost (+40) for its base Special Attack.

* <del>{{p|Trapinch}} and {{p|Vibrava}} should both be {{t|Ground}}/{{t|Bug}}.</del>

* <del>{{p|Trapinch}} is now {{t|Bug}}/{{type|Ground}}. {{p|Vibrava}} is now {{t|Bug}}/{{type|Flying}} and has the ability {{a|Sand Force}}. {{p|Flygon}} is now {{t|Dragon}}/{{type|Flying}} and has the ability {{a|Sand Force}}.</del>

** {{p|Vibrava}} now evolves into {{p|Flygon}} while [[trade]]d holding a [[Dragon Scale]].

* {{p|Seviper}} should trade 25 points from its base Special Attack stat (100) to boost its base Special Defense stat (60) to 85, making it more defensively formidable.

** Seviper should gain {{a|Infiltrator}} as a second ability.

* {{p|Cacnea}} and {{p|Cacturne}} should learn ''Dust Devil'' by level-up in lieu of {{m|Cotton Spore}} and {{m|Punishment}} in lieu of {{m|Destiny Bond}}.

** Considering that {{p|Cacnea}} and {{p|Cacturne}} are based on {{wp|Cactus|desert plants known for their high water-retention ability}}, {{p|Cacnea}} and {{p|Cacturne}} would have access to the ability {{a|Storm Drain}} as well.

* {{p|Swablu}} now has the abilities {{a|Natural Cure}} or {{a|Serene Grace}}. {{p|Altaria}} now has the abilities {{a|Cloud Nine}} or {{a|Serene Grace}}.  

* {{p|Zangoose}} can learn {{m|Cut}} but not {{m|Strength}}.

** Shuppet can pick up {{m|Will-O-Wisp}} and {{m|Icy Wind}} as [[Egg Move]]s.

* {{p|Chingling}} and {{p|Chimecho}} are both {{t|Ghost}}-type, retaining the ability {{a|Levitate}}. Both gain a second ability in {{a|Shadow Tag}}.

** Chingling and Chimecho no longer learn {{m|Growl}} or {{m|Wrap}}.

** Chimecho also learns {{m|Pluck}} and {{m|Roost}} at level 1.

* {{p|Glalie}} should be Male-only and have the abilities {{a|Ice Body}} or {{a|Solid Rock}}. {{p|Froslass}} should be Female-only.

** {{p|Glalie}} is now {{t|Ice}}/{{type|Rock}}.

** Jirachi no longer learns {{m|Confusion}} by level-up.

** {{m|Lucky Chant}}, {{m|Sweet Kiss}}, {{m|Doom Desire}}, and {{m|Swift}} are all now {{type|Fairy}} moves (see ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section below).

* {{p|Infernape}} is now known as the ''Golden Monkey Pokémon'' and should learn the now-{{type|Steel}} move {{m|Clanging Scales}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Punishment}} and {{m|Close Combat}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Fire Spin}}. Infernape should also pick up {{m|Meteor Mash}} and {{m|Detect}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Flare Blitz}}.

** {{m|Brick Break}} should also be added to Infernape's level-up movelist.

** {{p|Chimchar}} also picks up {{m|Covet}} and {{m|Play Rough}} as [[Egg Move]]s.

** {{p|Staraptor}} should learn {{m|Pursuit}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Tackle}} as well as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move.

** {{p|Starly}} and {{p|Staravia}} should learn {{m|Peck}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Tackle}}.

** {{p|Braviary}} now has the abilities {{a|Keen Eye}} or {{a|Defiant}} to better contrast its fighting style from Staraptor.

** Kricketot and Kricketune learn {{m|Belly Drum}} at level 1 instead of {{m|Growl}}.

** Kricketot should learn {{m|Steamroller}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Struggle Bug}}.

** Boost Kricketune's base Special Attack to 85 (+30) and reduce its Attack to 75 (-10) for a base stat total of 404.

* {{p|Shinx}}, {{p|Luxio}}, and {{p|Luxray}} now have the abilities {{a|Infiltrator}} or {{a|Compound Eyes}}. {{p|Shinx}}, {{p|Luxio}}, and {{p|Luxray}} now have the hidden ability {{a|Intimidate}}, rather than Guts.

** Luxray also learns {{m|Parabolic Charge}} at level 1.

* {{p|Glameow}} has the abilities {{a|Limber}} or {{a|Fur Coat}}. {{p|Purugly}} has the abilities {{a|Thick Fat}} or {{a|Fur Coat}}.

** Rampardos also picks up {{m|Wild Charge}} and {{m|Flame Charge}} at level 1.

** Cranidos and Rampardos no longer learn {{m|Screech}} or {{m|Zen Headbutt}} by level-up.

** Cranidos and Rampardos gain a second ability in {{a|Rock Head}} to avoid recoil damage from {{m|Double-Edge}} or {{m|Head Smash}}.

** Cranidos and Rampardos learn {{m|Wild Charge}} and {{m|Flame Charge}} by [[TM]] if lieu of {{m|Thunderbolt}}, {{m|Thunder}}, {{m|Flamethrower}}, and {{m|Fire Blast}}.

* {{p|Shieldon}} and {{p|Bastiodon}} should learn {{m|Rock Tomb}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Taunt}} (see ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section), {{m|Bulldoze}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Take Down}}, and {{m|Stealth Rock}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Endure}}.

** {{p|Shieldon}} and {{p|Bastiodon}} now have the abilities {{a|Solid Rock}} or {{a|Sap Sipper}} (''Herbivorous'').

* Male {{p|Burmy}} evolve into a {{t|Bug}}/{{type|Fire}} {{p|Mothim}} during [[Time#Time-based evolutions|day]] or a {{t|Bug}}/{{type|Ice}} {{p|Mothim}} at [[Time#Time-based evolutions|night]]. Each form receives a slightly different movelist to reflect their updated typing.

** {{t|Bug}}/{{type|Fire}} Mothim should learn {{m|Ember}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Hidden Power}}, {{m|Will-O-Wisp}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Confusion}}, {{m|Fire Spin}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Poison Powder}}, {{m|Morning Sun}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Psybeam}}, {{m|Silver Wind}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Camouflage}}, and <del>{{m|Fiery Dance}} (or {{m|Flame Burst}})</del> ''Wicked Flame'' by level-up in lieu of {{m|Psychic}}.

** Mothim's (both forms) abilities are now {{a|Levitate}} or {{a|Shield Dust}}.

** Swap Mothim's (both forms) base Special Defense stat (50) for its base Attack stat (94).

<table><tr><th> </th><th>TYPE</th><th>CAT</th><th>MOTHIM (day)</th><th>MOTHIM (night)</th></tr><tr><td>Quiver Dance</td><td>Bug</td><td>Status</td><td>1</td><td>1</td></tr><tr><td>Gust</td><td>Flying</td><td>Special</td><td>1</td><td>1</td></tr><tr><td>Protect</td><td>Normal</td><td>Status</td><td>1</td><td>1</td></tr><tr><td>Gust (Evo)</td><td>Flying</td><td>Special</td><td>Evo</td><td>Evo</td></tr><tr><td>Ember</td><td>Fire</td><td>Special</td><td>14</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>Icy Wind</td><td>Ice</td><td>Special</td><td>-</td><td>14</td></tr><tr><td>Silver Wind</td><td>Bug</td><td>Status</td><td>20</td><td>20</td></tr><tr><td>Will-O-Wisp</td><td>Fire</td><td>Status</td><td>23</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>Mist</td><td>Ice</td><td>Status</td><td>-</td><td>23</td></tr><tr><td>Pluck</td><td>Flying</td><td>Status</td><td>26</td><td>26</td></tr><tr><td>Fire Spin</td><td>Fire</td><td>Special</td><td>29</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>Ice Shard</td><td>Ice</td><td>Physical</td><td>-</td><td>29</td></tr><tr><td>Morning Sun</td><td>Normal</td><td>Status</td><td>32</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>Moonlight</td><td>Fairy</td><td>Status</td><td>-</td><td>32</td></tr><tr><td>Wicked Flame</td><td>Fire</td><td>Special</td><td>38</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>Aurora Beam</td><td>Ice</td><td>Special</td><td>-</td><td>38</td></tr><tr><td>U-Turn</td><td>Bug</td><td>Physical</td><td>41</td><td>41</td></tr><tr><td>Quiver Dance</td><td>Bug</td><td>Status</td><td>47</td><td>47</td></tr><tr><td>Solar Beam</td><td>Grass</td><td>Special</td><td>50</td><td>-</td></tr><tr><td>Moonblast</td><td>Fairy</td><td>Special</td><td>-</td><td>50</td></tr></table>

* {{p|Cherrim}} <del>(both forms)</del> is now {{t|Grass}}/{{t|Fairy}} <del>while in its "Sunshine Form"</del>. Cherrim no longer has an "Overcast Form"; it appears in its "Sunshine Form" by default.

* {{p|Glameow}} now has the abilities {{a|Contrary}} or {{a|Limber}} (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below). {{p|Purugly}} now has the abilities {{a|Contrary}} or {{a|Fur Coat}}.

* {{p|Hippopotas}} and {{p|Hippowdon}} gain a second ability in {{a|Arena Trap}}.

* {{p|Lucario}} should learn {{m|Shadow Claw}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Metal Claw}}, {{m|Spirit Shackle}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Dragon Pulse}}, and {{m|Phantom Force}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Extreme Speed}}. Lucario now learns {{m|Destiny Bond}} at level 1.

** {{p|Riolu}} now has the abilities {{a|Synchronize}} or {{a|Vital Spirit}} (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below). {{p|Lucario}} now has the abilities <del>{{a|Justified}}</del> {{a|Synchronize}} or {{a|Soul-Heart}}.

** {{p|Croagunk}} and {{p|Toxicroak}} should learn {{m|Karate Chop}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Mud-Slap}}, {{m|Mud-Slap}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Feint Attack}}, {{m|Jump Kick}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Mud Bomb}}, <del>{{m|Smelling Salts}}</del> {{m|Toxic Spikes}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Sludge Bomb}}, {{m|Venom Drench}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Belch}}, and {{m|Cross Poison}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Flatter}}. Toxicroak and Croagunk also pick up {{m|Acid Armor}} at level 1 as well as {{m|Mega Kick}} as their final level-up move.

** Toxicroak should also pick up {{m|Facade}} at level 1 as well as learning {{m|Assurance}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Revenge}}.

** Croagunk also picks up {{m|Belch}} and {{m|Cross Poison}} as [[Egg Move]]s.

* {{p|Dialga}} is now {{t|Psychic}}/{{type|Steel}} and its [[signature move]] {{m|Roar of Time}} should be {{type|Psychic}}.

* {{p|Palkia}} is now {{t|Psychic}}/{{type|Dragon}} and its [[signature move]] {{m|Spacial Rend}} should be {{type|Psychic}}.

* {{p|Victini}} should be {{t|Fire}}/{{type|Flying}} <del>or have ability {{a|Levitate}}</del>. Victini should also learn {{m|Helping Hand}} at level 1, {{m|Vacuum Wave}} by level-up instead of {{m|Quick Attack}}, {{m|Pluck}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Confusion}}, <del>{{m|Assist}}</del>{{m|Defog}} by level-up instead of {{m|Headbutt}}, {{m|Baton Pass}} by level-up instead of {{m|Zen Headbutt}}, {{m|Acrobatics}}/{{m|Aerial Ace}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Double-Edge}}, and {{m|Sacred Fire}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Overheat}}.

* {{p|Samurott}} should be {{t|Water}}/{{type|Fighting}}. Samurott should learn {{m|Sacred Sword}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Encore}}, {{m|Waterfall}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Aqua Tail}}, {{m|Reversal}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Retaliate}}, and {{m|X-Scissor}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Swords Dance}}.

** Samurott learns {{m|Retaliate}} and {{m|Counter}} at level 1.

* {{p|Samurott}} should swap its base Attack stat (100) for its base Special Attack stat (108).

* {{p|Snivy}}, {{p|Servine}}, and {{p|Serperior}} all learn {{m|Vine Whip}} and {{m|Growth}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Tackle}}. {{p|Snivy}}, {{p|Servine}}, and {{p|Serperior}} all learn {{m|Grass Whistle}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Leer}}, {{m|Shore Up}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Mega Drain}}, {{m|Endeavor}} or {{m|Grass Knot}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Slam}}, and {{m|Power Whip}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Giga Drain}}. {{p|Serperior}} learns {{m|Facade}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move.

** {{p|Serperior}} also learns {{m|Rototiller}} at level 1 as well as {{m|Spikes}} or {{m|Toxic Spikes}} at level 1.

** Serperior also picks up ''Thorn Whip'' as its final level-up move.

* {{p|Patrat}} and {{p|Watchog}} should learn {{m|Pound}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Tackle}} , {{m|Dig}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Bide}}, {{m|Glare}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Hypnosis}}, and ''Dust Devil'' by level-up instead of {{m|Slam}}.

** {{p|Watchog}} also learns {{m|Low Sweep}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Low Kick}} and {{m|Signal Beam}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Nasty Plot}}.

* {{p|Purrloin}} now has the abilities {{a|Cute Charm}} or {{a|Frisk}}. {{p|Liepard}} now has the abilities {{a|Infiltrator}} (replacing Purrloin's Cute Charm) or {{a|Frisk}}.

* {{p|Swoobat}} and {{p|Woobat}} should be {{t|Fairy}}/{{t|Flying}}.

** {{m|Sweet Kiss}} and {{m|Heart Stamp}} are now {{type|Fairy}} moves (see ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section below).

* {{p|Minccino}} and {{p|Cinccino}} are now both {{type|Ice}}. {{p|Minccino}} has the ability {{a|Pickup}}. {{p|Cinccino}} has the ability {{a|Fur Coat}}.

** {{p|Cottonee}} now evolves into {{p|Whimsicott}} leveling up while knowing {{m|Whirlwind}}. Whimsicott's movelist is replaced by Cottonee's movelist.

** Cottonee and Whimsicott should learn {{m|Razor Leaf}} at level 1 by level-up in lieu of {{m|Absorb}}, {{m|Gust}} at level 1 by level-up instead of {{m|Fairy Wind}}, {{m|Whirlwind}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Poison Powder}}, and {{m|Leaf Storm}} by level-up instead of {{m|Energy Ball}}.

** Furthermore, Whimsicott learns {{m|Gust}} and {{m|Covet}} at level 1 and re-learns both as {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-moves.

** Cottonee picks up ''Dust Devil'' as an [[Egg Move]] through breeding with the {{p|Cacnea}} evolutionary line

* Instead of heaps of trash, {{p|Trubbish}} and {{p|Garbodor}} should be redesigned as {{wp|cockroach}}-like {{t|Bug}}/{{type|Poison}} Pokémon.

* {{p|Darumaka}} and {{p|Darmanitan}} are now both {{t|Fire}}/{{type|Fairy}} and their movepools should be updated to reflect their new typing.

** '''{{p|Darmanitan}} ''Zen Mode'' now constitutes a [[List of Pokémon with branched evolutions|branch evolution]], a separate {{t|Fire}}/{{type|Psychic}} Pokémon named ''Zendaruma''.''' ''Zendaruma's'' abilities are <del>{{a|Own Tempo}}</del> {{a|Synchronize}} or {{a|Soul-Heart}}.

** Furthermore, Cofagrigus learns {{m|Rock Tomb}} in lieu of {{m|Scary Face}} (see ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section).

** {{p|Yamask}} can learn {{m|Strength Sap}} as an [[Egg Move]] through the {{p|Litwick}} evolutionary line.

** Elgyem and Beheeyem now learn {{m|Confuse Ray}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Growl}}, {{m|Covet}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Headbutt}}, {{m|Force Palm}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Hidden Power}}, {{m|Signal Beam}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Zen Headbutt}}, {{m|Extrasensory}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Psychic}}, and {{m|Cosmic Power}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Calm Mind}}. Elgyem and Beheeyem also pick up {{m|Stored Power}} as their final level-up move.

** Beheeyem also learns {{m|Strength Sap}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Recover}}.

** Furthermore, Beheeyem picks up {{m|Energy Ball}} at level 1 and {{m|Block}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move.

* {{p|Litwick}} and {{p|Lampent}} now learns {{m|Strength Sap}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Astonish}}. {{p|Chandelure}} also learns {{m|Strength Sap}} at level 1.

* {{p|Druddigon}} should learn {{m|Bite}} and {{m|Stealth Rock}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Scratch}} and {{m|Leer}}, {{m|Smack Down}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Revenge}}, {{m|Rock Slide}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Night Slash}}, {{m|Bulldoze}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Rock Climb}}, and {{m|Head Smash}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Superpower}}.

* {{p|Golett}} and {{p|Golurk}} learn {{m|Bullet Punch}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Pound}}, ''Dust Devil'' by level-up instead of {{m|Mud-Slap}}, and {{m|Bulldoze}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Stomping Tantrum}}. {{p|Golett}} and {{p|Golurk}} now have the abilities {{a|Iron Fist}} or {{a|Water Compaction}}.

** {{p|Golett}} and {{p|Golurk}} no longer learn {{m|Earthquake}} by level-up, only via [[TM]].

* {{p|Archen}} and {{p|Archeops}} now have the abilities {{a|Technician}} or {{a|Quick Feet}}. {{a|Infiltrator}} is their hidden ability.

* {{p|Haxorus}} now has the abilities {{a|Mold Breaker}} or {{a|Hyper Cutter}}. {{a|Intimidate}} is its hidden ability.

** {{p|Mandibuzz}} no longer learns {{m|Mirror Move}} or {{m|Tailwind}} by level-up.

* {{p|Zweilous}} picks up {{m|Poison Fang}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move. {{p|Hydreigon}} picks up {{m|Venoshock}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move as well as {{m|Toxic Spikes}} or {{m|Toxic}} at level 1.

* {{p|Litleo}} and {{p|Pyroar}} now have the abilities <del>{{a|Moxie}}</del> {{a|Intimidate}} or {{a|Sheer Force}} (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below). {{p|Pyroar}} (both versions) are reclassified as {{t|Fire}}/{{t|Fighting}}.

** {{p|Litleo}} and {{p|Pyroar}} should learn {{m|Snarl}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Headbutt}}. {{p|Litleo}} and {{p|Pyroar}} both learn {{m|Detect}} at level 1.

** Pyroar also picks up {{m|Outrage}} as its final level-up move.

** <del>Boost {{p|Pyroar}}'s base Attack (68) to 110 and reduce its base Special Attack (109) to 100 for a base stat total of 540.</del>

** Boost {{p|Pyroar}}'s base Attack (68) to 110 as well as reducing its base Special Attack (109) to 100 and Speed (106) to 86 for a base stat total of 520.  

* {{p|Helioptile}} and {{p|Heliolisk}} now have the abilities {{a|Lightning Rod}} or {{a|Solar Power}} (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below).

** Heliolisk picks up {{m|Solar Beam}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move.

* {{p|Carbink}} and {{p|Diancie}} both learn {{m|Geomancy}} at level 1 as well.

** {{p|Carbink}} picks up ''Lava Bomb'' as an [[Egg Move]].

* {{p|Phantump}} and {{p|Trevenant}} should learn {{m|Hypnosis}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Will-O-Wisp}}.

** {{p|Phantump}} and {{p|Trevenant}} cannot learn {{m|Will-O-Wisp}} by any means, including [[TM61]].

** Xerneas no longer learns {{m|Take Down}} or {{m|Outrage}} by level-up.

* <del>{{p|Incineroar}} learns {{m|Sucker Punch}} by level-up instead of {{m|Fury Swipes}}.</del>

** {{p|Incineroar}} also picks up {{m|Parting Shot}} as its final level-up move and learns {{m|Throat Chop}} as an {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-move in lieu of {{m|Darkest Lariat}}. (Darkest Lariat is no more!)

* Now known as the ''Astrigent Pokémon'', {{p|Tsareena}} is now {{t|Grass}}/{{type|Fighting}}.

** {{p|Tsareena}} should learn {{m|Detect}}/{{m|Protect}} by level-up instead of {{m|Splash}}, {{m|Play Rough}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Punishment}}, {{m|Rolling Kick}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Stomp}}, {{m|Triple Kick}} by level-up instead of {{m|High Jump Kick}} (see ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section below), and {{m|Mega Kick}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Leaf Storm}}.

** {{p|Steenee}} now evolves into Tsareena leveling up while knowing {{m|Rolling Kick}} (Steenee and Tsareena no longer learn {{m|Stomp}} by level-up).

** {{p|Bounsweet}}, {{p|Steenee}}, and Tsareena all learn {{m|Sweet Kiss}} in lieu of {{m|Teeter Dance}}.

* {{p|Minior}} also has a second ability in {{a|Solid Rock}} which prevents a form change into Core form by individual Minior with this ability. Minior gains {{a|Reckless}} or {{a|Rock Head}} as its hidden ability.

** Minior no longer learns {{m|Defense Curl}}, {{m|Tackle}}, or {{m|Confuse Ray}}.

* {{p|Pyukumuku}} now has the abilities {{a|Liquid Ooze}} or {{a|Aftermath}} (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below).

* {{p|Drampa}} is now {{t|Dragon}}/{{type|Flying}}.  

* {{p|Kommo-o}} is now {{t|Dragon}}/{{type|Steel}} and its [[signature move]] {{m|Clanging Scales}} should be {{type|Steel}}.

** {{p|Cosmog}} and {{p|Cosmoem}} should both have the ability {{a|Pure Power}} (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below).

* {{p|Solgaleo}} is now {{t|Psychic}}/{{type|Fire}} and has the ability {{a|White Smoke}}.

* {{p|Lunala}} is now {{t|Psychic}}/{{type|Fairy}} and has the ability ''Nocturnal'' (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below).

* {{p|Nihilego}} is now {{t|Psychic}}/{{type|Dark}} and gains the second ability {{a|Clear Body}}. {{p|Nihilego}} should learn {{m|Acid Armor}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Power Gem}}.

* {{p|Buzzwole}} gains the second ability <del>{{a|Huge Power}}</del> {{a|Regenerator}}.

* {{p|Guzzlord}} is now {{t|Psychic}}/{{type|Dark}} and gains the second ability {{a|Intimidate}}. {{p|Guzzlord}} should learn {{m|Spit Up}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Dragon Rage}}, {{m|Psychic Fangs}} by level-up instead of {{m|Steamroller}}, {{m|Trick Room}} by level-up instead of {{m|Thrash}}, and {{m|Spacial Rend}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Dragon Rush}}.

* {{p|Necrozma}} is now {{t|Psychic}}/{{type|Electric}} and has the ability {{a|Filter}} in lieu of {{a|Prism Armor}}. ({{a|Prism Armor}} is no more!)

* {{p|Stakataka}} is now {{t|Rock}}/{{type|Psychic}} and gains the second ability <del>{{a|Solid Rock}}</del> {{a|Mold Breaker}}.

* {{p|Blacephalon}} is now {{t|Fairy}}/{{type|Fire}} and gains the second ability {{a|Aftermath}} (see ''Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities'' section below).

* ''Should {{p|Heatran}} and {{p|Kyurem}} be retconned as an [[Ultra Beast]]???''

'''Other Regional Variants'''

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* Both [[Nidoran]] variants have the ability {{a|Cheek Pouch}}. {{p|Nidorino}}- and {{p|Nidorina}}-variant have the ability {{a|Rough Skin}}. {{p|Nidoking}}- and {{p|Nidoqueen}}-variant have the ability <del>{{a|Poison Point}}</del> {{a|Heatproof}}.

* {{p|Koffing}} and {{p|Weezing}}-variant have the ability {{a|Levitate}}.

* {{p|Hoothoot}} and {{p|Noctowl}}-variant have the abilities <del>{{a|Snow Cloak}}</del> {{a|Slush Rush}} or {{a|Keen Eye}} ({{wp|Snowy owl|snowy owls}} are almost exclusively diurnal hunters).

* {{p|Yanma}} and {{p|Yanmega}}-variant have the ability {{a|Levitate}}.

* {{p|Mawile}}-variant has the abilities {{a|Cute Charm}} or {{a|Hyper Cutter}}. ''Gorgonna'' has the abilities ''Dazzle'' or <del>{{a|Pressure}}</del> {{a|Hyper Cutter}}.

==Changes to Pokémon Moves==

* '''{{m|Slash}} and {{m|Clanging Scales}} should be {{type|Steel}}.'''

* {{m|Vacuum Wave}} should be {{type|Flying}}.

* '''{{m|Focus Energy}} should be {{type|Fighting}} and take on Bulk Up's (former) effects: raises the user's {{stat|Attack}} stat and {{stat|Defense}} stat by one stage each.'''

** Furthermore, {{m|Focus Punch}} and {{m|Focus Blast}} can be used as a single-turn attack immediately after using Focus Energy.

* Reduce the accuracy of all {{type|Fighting}} moves with a base accuracy of 100% or 95% to 90% – EXCEPT for {{m|Mach Punch}}, {{m|Focus Punch}}, {{m|Focus Blast}}, {{m|Counter}}, and {{m|Close Combat}} (those moves retain a base accuracy of 100%).

* If it hits, as a secondary effect {{m|Submission}} prevents the target from attacking during its next turn. If the user moves before the target, the target will <del>also</del> instead forfeit its move during the same turn.

* {{m|Mega Kick}} should be {{type|Fighting}} with its base accuracy boosted to 85%.

* The base power of {{m|Triple Kick}} should '''double''' with each successive strike: 15 the first strike, 30 the second strike, and 60 the third strike for a ''cumulative'' 105 base power. (Each of Triple Kick's strikes has a separate accuracy check. If any strike fails, the move ends.)

* {{m|Mud Bomb}} is no more! All prior instances of Mud Bomb become {{m|Mud Shot}}. Also, the accuracy of {{m|Mud Shot}} is decreased to 90%.

* '''{{m|Echoed Voice}} should be renamed ''Crescendo''.'''

** {{m|Dizzy Punch}} is now available via [[TM48]], replacing {{m|Round}}. Dizzy Punch now has a '''50% chance''' of {{status|Confusion|confusing}} the target.

* '''{{m|Swift}} should also be {{type|Fairy}}.'''

** {{m|Fairy Wind}} is no more! All prior instances of {{m|Fairy Wind}} become {{m|Swift}}. Furthermore, all non-{{type|Fairy}} Pokémon – except for {{p|Uxie}}, {{p|Mesprit}}, {{p|Azelf}}, and {{p|Minior}} – have the original move {{m|Swift}} removed from their respective movelists.

* {{m|Lucky Chant}} prevents opponents from landing critical hits on the user's party for five turns. As an additional effect, damage from super-effective moves against {{type|Fairy}} Pokémon in battle is reduced to normal damage (×1) while this move is in effect.

* {{m|Fairy Lock}} prevents all Pokémon on the field from switching out or fleeing during their next turn ({{type|Ghost}} Pokémon are unaffected). As an additional effect, {{type|Poison}} moves only inflict normal damage (×1) against {{type|Fairy}} Pokémon in battle while this move is in effect.  

** <del>Furthermore, {{m|Charm}} can end/undo the effects of {{m|Curse}} and {{m|Curse}} can end/undo the effects of {{m|Charm}} – in-battle message will read "Eevee's Charm removed (the target's) Curse" (???)</del>

* {{m|Flame Wheel}} and {{m|Steamroller}} become the {{type|Fire}} and {{type|Bug}} variations, respectively, of {{m|Rollout}}/{{m|Ice Ball}}. {{m|Flame Wheel}} and {{m|Steamroller}} retain their individual secondary effects.

** All four moves now have a base power of 40 and will continue for up to three consecutive turns (reduced from five turns) until reaching a base power of 120 (doubled to 240 under effects of {{m|Defense Curl}}).

** All four moves can receive a boost from {{m|Defense Curl}}.

* '''{{m|Muddy Water}} is now {{type|Ground}}''' and becomes a damage-dealing variation of {{m|Mud Sport}} – ie, in addition to inflicting damage on all adjacent opponents, this move reduces the base power of {{type|Electric}} moves by 50% on both sides in battle for five turns (even if the user switches out). Also, the accuracy of {{m|Muddy Water}} is increased to 90%.

* <del>{{m|Sky Attack}} is no more! All prior instances of this move become {{m|Fly}}.</del>

* The initial 'charging turn' of {{m|Sky Attack}} becomes a {{cat|Moves with a semi-invulnerable turn|semi-invulnerable turn}} similar to {{m|Fly}}. In effect, Sky Attack is now a stronger version of Fly.

* As an additional effect, the moves {{m|Lock-On}} and {{m|Mind Reader}} allow the user to bypass an opponent's {{m|Substitute}} to attack the target directly during the following turn. Furthermore, {{m|Lock-On}} and {{m|Mind Reader}} allow the user's next move to hit the target during the {{cat|Moves with a semi-invulnerable turn|semi-invulnerable turn}} of {{m|Fly}}/{{m|Sky Attack}}, {{m|Sky Drop}}, {{m|Bounce}}, {{m|Dig}}, {{m|Dive}}, {{m|Phantom Force}}, or {{m|Shadow Force}}

* As an additional effect, the moves {{m|Odor Sleuth}}, {{m|Foresight}}, and {{m|Miracle Eye}} will cause the target's {{m|Substitute}} to fade immediately.

** turn 2, in-battle message: ''A wave comes crashing in! [user] used Surf.''

** Surf can be executed immediately if ''Tidal Surge'' [[terrain]] is in effect.

* {{m|Force Palm}} <del>now inflicts damage as a special move using the user's {{stat|Attack}} base stat</del> is now a [[special move|special]] {{type|Fighting}} attack but is also grants STAB-boost if the user is {{type|Psychic}} (this STAB-boost is not stackable, ie a dual {{t|Fighting}}/{{type|Psychic}} will not get a double STAB-boost). That said, Force Palm retains its secondary effect: 30% chance of {{status|Paralysis|paralyzing}} the target.

** This move is now eligible for a boost from the ability {{a|Mega Launcher}} but is also blocked by the ability {{a|Bulletproof}}.

* '''{{m|Incinerate}} is renamed ''Wicked Flame'', which now only hits any adjacent target (one at a time) and renders their held item un-usable unless the target switches out; however, any {{Berries}} held by the target are destroyed and cannot be cannot be recovered using {{m|Recycle}}, {{a|Pickup}}, or {{a|Harvest}}. As an additional effect, this move also grants STAB-boost if the user is {{type|Dark}} or {{type|Ghost}} (this STAB-boost is not stackable, ie a dual {{t|Fire}}/{{type|Dark}} will not get a double STAB-boost).'''

** As long as no Pokémon on the user's side of the field has reduced stats or suffers from {{status|sleep}} or {{status|paralysis}}, using {{m|Smelling Salts}} (again) raises the accuracy of the user and all allies one level.

* "Razing the target with mystical multi-colored flames of great intensity", {{m|Sacred Fire}} now inflicts super-effective damage against {{type|Ghost}} and {{type|Dark}} targets as additional effects. Furthermore, this move can hit targets during the {{cat|Moves with a semi-invulnerable turn|semi-invulnerable turn}} of {{m|Phantom Force}} or {{m|Shadow Force}} and if it does, it will have its power doubled against said target.

* "Slamming the target with a fire-proof tendrils to even snuff out fires", {{m|Frenzy Plant}} also inflicts super-effective damage against {{type|Fire}} targets as an additional effect. Furthermore, this move can hit targets during the {{cat|Moves with a semi-invulnerable turn|semi-invulnerable turn}} of {{m|Dig}} and if it does, it will have its power doubled against said target.

* "Razing the target with a powerful explosion", {{m|Blast Burn}} also inflicts super-effective damage against {{type|Water}} targets as an additional effect. Furthermore, this move can hit targets during the {{cat|Moves with a semi-invulnerable turn|semi-invulnerable turn}} of {{m|Fly}}/{{m|Sky Attack}}, {{m|Sky Drop}}, or {{m|Bounce}} and if it does, it will have its power doubled against said target.

* {{m|Hydro Cannon}} is renamed ''Storm Surge''. "Crashing a giant wave onto a target with the force to uproot trees", ''Storm Surge'' also inflicts super-effective damage against {{type|Grass}} targets. Furthermore, this move can hit targets during the {{cat|Moves with a semi-invulnerable turn|semi-invulnerable turn}} of {{m|Dive}}, and if it does, it will have its power doubled for that Pokémon.

* {{m|Poison Powder}}, {{m|Stun Spore}}, {{m|Sleep Powder}}, and {{m|Spore}} should be all be able to afflict {{t|Grass}}-type targets.

* {{m|Rock Tomb}} should be the {{type|Rock}} counterpart of {{m|Metal Burst}}.

* {{m|Eruption}} is now a ''Physical'' move and serves as the {{type|Fire}} counterpart of <del>{{m|Reversal}} and {{m|Flail}}</del> {{m|U-turn}}.

* {{m|Acrobatics}} is now the {{type|Flying}} counterpart of {{m|Knock Off}}.

* {{m|Tri Attack}} now has a '''30%''' chance of {{status|Paralysis|paralyzing}}, {{status|Freeze|freezing}}, or {{status|burn}}ing the target.

* {{m|Dark Pulse}} should be the {{type|Dark}} counterpart of {{m|Tri Attack}}, including secondary effects: '''30%''' chance of {{status|Paralysis|paralyzing}}, {{status|Freeze|freezing}}, or {{status|burn}}ing the target.

* <del>Now {{m|Overheat}} only affects all adjacent ''foes''.</del>

* Now {{m|Discharge}} and {{m|Parabolic Charge}} only affect all adjacent ''foes''.

* Now the type of {{m|Multi-Attack}} depends on the type of [[Memory]] OR [[Plate]] held by the user, being Normal-type if no Memory or Plate is held.  

==Updated TMs==

==Changes to Battle Mechanics & Abilities==

* The ability to learn {{m|Sunny Day}}, {{m|Rain Dance}}, {{m|Toxic}}, or {{m|Earthquake}} via TM should be ''much'' more limited.

* While {{m|Rain Dance}} or [[rain]] is in effect, the base damage of {{type|Water}} AND {{type|Electric}} moves will be increased by 50%.

* {{type|Electric}} is now super-effective against {{type|Steel}}.

* {{type|Fighting}} is no longer super-effective against {{type|Steel}} or {{type|Ice}}, inflicting only normal-damage (×1) against either type.

* {{type|Fairy}} and {{type|Ghost}} inflict normal-damage (×1) against each other.

* {{type|Ground}} no longer resists {{type|Poison}} and is no longer super-effective against {{type|Poison}} either.

* STAB is reduced from a ×1.5 multiplier to a ×1.33 multiplier.

* Type-order now matters: whether a type first or second affects resistance (but not STAB). For a given Pokémon, the type listed ''first'' reduces damages from a weaker-type by two-thirds (×0.33) while the type listed ''second'' reduces damages from a weaker-type by a third (×0.66). An attack that is weak against ''both'' of the target's types inflicts 1 HP in damage. (The in-battle text will read "Attack inflicted negligible damage.")

* {{a|Sheer Force}} is now the {{type|Fighting}} equivalent of {{a|Aerilate}}, {{a|Pixilate}}, etc: Sheer Force causes all Normal-type moves used by the Pokémon to become Fighting-type and receive a 30% base power boost in addition to all other modifiers, such as STAB.

* {{a|Steelworker}} is now now a {{type|Steel}} variation (not equivalent) of {{a|Aerilate}}, {{a|Pixilate}}, etc: Steelworker causes all Normal-type moves used by the Pokémon to become Steel-type and receive a 30% base power boost in addition to all other modifiers, such as STAB. Moves that are already Steel-type also receive a 30% base power boost regardless of the user's type (not stackable if STAB already applies for user).

* {{a|Magnet Pull}} prevents {{type|Steel}} foes from [[Escape|fleeing]] (including {{m|Teleport}}) or [[Recall|switching out]] as long as the user remains in battle. As an additional effect, this ability redirects all {{type|Steel}} moves used by foes to target the Pokémon with this Ability: if the move is a [[physical move]], the Pokémon with this Ability absorbs the attack and its {{stat|Defense}} is raised one stage; if the move is a [[special move]], the Pokémon with this Ability absorbs the attack and its {{stat|Special Attack}} is raised one stage.

* {{a|Wonder Guard}} now allows a Pokémon with this ability (namely {{p|Shedinja}}) to automatically copy the max HP of an opponent for the remainder of the battle (HP will only reset after end of battle). Upon joining a double/triple/etc battle, the Pokémon with this ability copies the higher HP of adjacent opponents. {{a|Wonder Guard}} also retains its original effect: a Pokémon with this ability is immune to damage from attacks that are not [[super effective]].

** {{m|Rock Wrecker}}, {{m|Gyro Ball}}, and {{m|Ice Ball}} are no longer considered {{cat|ball and bomb moves}}, but now {{m|Fire Blast}}, {{m|Explosion}}, {{m|Self-Destruct}}, {{m|Mud Shot}}, ''Sure Shot'', {{m|Air Slash}}, and {{m|Razor Wind}} are included.

** {{m|Thunderbolt}}, {{m|Charge Beam}}, {{m|Discharge}}, {{m|Parabolic Charge}}, {{m|Hydro Pump}}, ''Wicked Flame'', <del>{{m|Sacred Fire}},</del> {{m|Hydro Cannon}}, {{m|Frenzy Plant}}, {{m|Blast Burn}}, {{m|Signal Beam}}, {{m|Flash Cannon}}, and {{m|Dazzling Gleam}} are now considered {{cat|aura and pulse moves}} as well.

* The effects of {{a|Limber}} and {{a|Steadfast}} are combined into a single ability, an ''improved'' Limber. All prior instances of Steadfast become Limber.

* The effects of {{a|Own Tempo}} and {{a|Inner Focus}} are combined into a single ability, an ''improved'' Own Tempo.

* The in-battle and overworld effects of {{a|Poison Point}} and {{a|Poison Touch}} are combined into a single ability, an ''improved'' Poison Point.

* NEW ABILITY: ''Nocturnal'' replaces {{a|Insomnia}} – ie, all prior instances of Insomnia become ''Nocturnal''. ''Nocturnal'' prevents the Pokémon with this ability from being afflicted by {{status|sleep}} by an opponent's moves, including {{m|Yawn}}; however, this Pokémon may still use {{m|Rest}}, unlike Pokémon with the ability {{a|Vital Spirit}}. Pokémon with ''Nocturnal'' also receive a STAB-boost for using {{t|Ghost}} or {{type|Dark}} attacks, regardless of the user's own type.

* NEW WEATHER TYPE: ''Thunderstorm'', a variation of [[rain]]. During a thunderstorm, each turn there is a 12.5% (⅛) chance that any Pokémon in battle may be struck by {{m|Thunderbolt}} from the environment; {{type|Steel}} Pokémon on the field will have a 25% (¼) chance of being struck. Pokémon on the field with ability {{a|Lightning Rod}} will attract {{m|Thunderbolt}} every time (multiple Pokémon on the field with this ability will share the probability of getting struck among themselves).

* The {{type|Psychic}}-type is known now as ''Physic'', alluding to the ability to manipulate physical forces as well as physical space and time.

'''Up for Grabs'''

** ''Lunamoth'' {{p|Venomoth}} should learn {{m|Misty Terrain}} at level 1 in lieu of {{m|Tackle}}, {{m|Moonlight}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Leech Life}}, and {{m|Moonblast}} by level-up in lieu of {{m|Psychic}}.

** ''Lunamoth'' learns {{m|Powder}} and {{m|Silver Wind}} as {{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}-moves in lieu of {{m|Gust}}. ''Lunamoth'' no longer learns {{m|Stun Spore}} and {{m|Poison Powder}} by level-up ({{m|Sleep Powder}} is retained).

* {{p|Gligar}} and {{p|Gliscor}} should both be {{t|Poison}}/{{type|Flying}}.

* {{p|Snubbull}} should be {{type|Normal}} (NOT {{type|Fairy}}); {{p|Granbull}} should be {{type|Fighting}}.

* {{p|Masquerain}} is now {{t|Fairy}}/{{type|Water}} and has the ability {{a|Levitate}}.

* {{p|Trapinch}} is now {{t|Bug}}/{{type|Ground}}. {{p|Vibrava}} is now {{t|Bug}}/{{type|Flying}} and has the ability {{a|Sand Force}}.

* {{type|Poison}} is no longer super-effective against {{type|Fairy}}. In fact, the reverse now holds: {{type|Fairy}} is super-effective against {{type|Poison}}.

* {{type|Ghost}} is no longer super-effective against {{type|Psychic}}. In fact, the reverse now holds: {{type|Psychic}} is super-effective against {{type|Ghost}}.

==Changes to Evolution Mechanics==

* {{p|Dedenne}} is now the baby-stage of {{p|Pikachu}} (Pichu is no more!)

* Male ''Nidodons'' evolve into ''Nidorex'' (male) leveling up while knowing {{m|Poison Jab}}. Female ''Nidodons'' evolve into ''Nidorex'' (male) leveling up while knowing {{m|Poison Fang}}.

** Male ''Nidodons'' learn {{m|Poison Jab}} at a much earlier level, ideally before Lv 40. Female ''Nidodons'' learn {{m|Poison Fang}} at a much earlier level, ideally before Lv 40.

* {{p|Poliwhirl}} + [[Leaf Stone]] → ''Lefrog'' (revamped {{t|Water}}/{{type|Grass}} {{p|Politoed}})

* {{p|Marowak}} is the male-only evolution of {{p|Cubone}}, whose mother ({{p|Kangaskhan}}) passes not long after raising it from infancy. Similarly, {{p|Kangaskhan}} is the female-only evolution of Cubone. Marowak generally live as solitary hunters (or in small packs of 2-4) whereas Kangaskhan live together in matriarchal herds (yes, think of real-world {{wp|Elephant|African elephants}}).

** Male Cubone still evolve into Marowak starting at level 28 but female Cubone evolve into Kangaskhan given high [[friendship]].

* {{p|Munna}} is now the baby-stage of {{p|Drowzee}} (Musharna is no more!)

** Munna evolves into Drowzee at level 26. Drowzee evolves into Hypno using a [[Dusk Stone]].

* Using a [[Leaf Stone]], {{p|Tangela}} now evolves into {{p|Carnivine}}, which gains some defensive bulk in lieu of Tangrowth (Tangrowth is no more!)

* Lickilicky is no more!

* ''{{p|Slakoth}} + Lv 18 → {{p|Vigoroth}} + Lv 40 → {{p|Snorlax}}''

* Azurill is no more!

* {{p|Cherrim}} is now {{t|Grass}}/{{t|Fairy}}. Cherrim no longer has an "Overcast Form"; it appears in its "Sunshine Form" by default.

** Cherrim now [[Evolution|evolves]] from Cherubi when leveled up with high [[friendship]] at [[Time#Time-based evolutions|night]].

* {{p|Cottonee}} now evolves into {{p|Whimsicott}} leveling up while knowing {{m|Whirlwind}}.

* <del>{{p|Minccino}} + (no more [[Shiny Stone]]) [[Dawn Stone]] → {{p|Cinccino}}</del>

** {{p|Darumaka}} + [[Moon Stone]] → ''Zendaruma''

* {{p|Floette}} + <del>[[Shiny Stone]]</del> [[Dawn Stone]] → {{p|Florges}}

==Revamped Type Chart According to AceTrainerAlvaro==

{{rdex|053|053|Persian|1|Normal}}

{{rdex|054|054|Psyduck|1|Water}}

{{rdex|118|118|Goldeen|1|Water}}

{{rdex|119|119|Seaking|1|Water}}

{{rdex|078|572|Minccino|1|Ice}}

{{rdex|079|573|Cinccino|1|Ice}}

{{rdex|080|080|Slowbro|2|Water|Psychic}}

{{rdex|082|199|Slowking|2|Water|Psychic}}

{{rdex|072|072|Tentacool|2|Poison|Water}}

{{rdex|073|073|Tentacruel|2|Poison|Water}}

{{rdex|145|236|Tyrogue|1|Fighting}}

{{rdex|148|237|Hitmontop|1|Fighting}}

{{rdex|135|135|Jolteon|1|Electric}}

{{rdex|136|136|Flareon|1|Fire}}

{{rdex|170|471|Glaceon|1|Ice}}

{{rdex|188|196|Espeon|1|Psychic}}

{{rdex|189|197|Umbreon|1|Dark}}

{{rdex|138|138|Omanyte|2|Water|Rock}}

{{rdex|139|139|Omastar|2|Water|Rock}}

{{rdex|082|433|Chingling|1|Ghost}}

{{rdex|151|358|Chimecho|1|Ghost}}

{{rdex|093|204|Pineco|1|Bug}}

{{rdex|094|205|Forretress|2|Bug|Rock}}

{{rdex|171|361|Snorunt|1|Ice}}

{{rdex|172|362|Glalie|2|Ice|Rock}}

{{rdex|121|333|Swablu|2|Normal|Flying}}

{{rdex|122|334|Altaria|2|Dragon|Flying}}

{{rdex|006|257|Blaziken|2|Fire|Fighting}}

{{rdex|007|258|Mudkip|1|Water}}

{{rdex|010|261|Poochyena|1|Ground}}

{{rdex|011|262|Mightyena|2|Dark|Ground}}

{{rdex|001|387|Turtwig|1|Grass}}

{{rdex|002|388|Grotle|1|Grass}}

{{rdex|004|390|Chimchar|1|Fire}}

{{rdex|005|391|Monferno|2|Fire|Fighting}}

{{rdex|152|359|Absol|2|Dark|Ice}}

{{rdex||037A|Vulpix|1|Ice}}

{{rdex|119|613|Cubchoo|1|Ice}}

{{rdex|120|614|Beartic|2|Ice|Water}}

{{rdex|094|588|Karrablast|1|Bug}}

{{rdex|095|589|Escavalier|2|Bug|Steel}}

{{rdex|096|590|Foongus|2|Grass|Poison}}

{{rdex|097|591|Amoonguss|2|Grass|Poison}}

{{rdex|079Mo|712|Bergmite|1|Ice}}

{{rdex|080Mo|713|Avalugg|2|Ice|Water}}

{{rdex|219|200|Misdreavus|1|Ghost}}

{{rdex|073|429|Mismagius|1|Ghost}}

{{rdex|299|799|Guzzlord|2|Psychic|Dark}}

{{rdex|300|800|Necrozma|2|Psychic|Electric}}

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* In addition to reshuffled or updated Gym Leaders, several changes have happened to the layout & names of cities across the rebooted Johto:

** [[Cherrygrove City]] has replaced the location of [[New Bark Town]] at the foot of [[Tohjo Falls]], becoming the player's new hometown. Cherrygrove City now boasts an observation deck built onto a hill at the city's northernmost point, similar to (the former) [[Aspertia City]]. Looking through a pair of binoculars there, the player alludes to a [[Mt. Silver|a distance snowy mountain in the distance]].

** The land occupied by the former Cherrygrove City has become the ''Berry Collective'', an extenson of [[Johto Route 29|Route 29]] where the [[Berry]]-growing enthusiasts work and reside alongside a large garden similar to the Berry Master's garden located on [[Hoenn Route 123]]. The ''Berry Collective'' house is also a rest stop for trainers to heal their teams.

** [[Johto Route 30|Route 30]], [[Johto Route 31|Route 31]], and [[Johto Route 46|Route 46]] have become part of a rugged canyon (named Fennel Canyon) with fewer trees & more boulders and cliffs, as well as places to use {{m|Rock Smash}} to break rocks or {{m|Rock Climb}} to scale slopes. You cannot fully navigate [[Johto Route 30|Route 30]] or [[Johto Route 31|Route 31]] during your first approach.

** B) each island will feature wild Pokémon from a different region: [[Hoenn]], [[Sinnoh]], [[Kalos]], or [[Alola]].

* Weather conditions – usually [[harsh sunlight]] or [[rain]] – vary across across many Johto and Kanto routes.

** [[Johto Route 37|Route 37]] and [[Johto Route 42|Route 42]] in particular have a 50% chance of fog during each visit. [[Johto Route 37|Route 37]] will always be foggy during your first visit as a sort of introduction to [[Ecruteak City]].

** [[Johto Route 38|Route 38]] and [[Johto Route 39|Route 39]] in particular have a 25% chance each of experiencing rain, thunderstorms, fog, or clear weather during each visit.

=== Sinnoh (Unova is no more) ===

** [[Floaroma Town]] is no more. Instead, [[Valley Windworks]] takes its place, with a larger field of wind turbine towers taking up the remaining space.

** [[Flint]] and Roxie are members of the same punk rock band. That goes for [[Volkner]] as well, who while no longer a Gym Leader, still makes a cameo appearance.

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* Rather than award a TM or Z-Crystal for defeating him, [[Blue]] will offer to teach any of your starter Pokémon the moves {{m|Frenzy Plant}}, {{m|Blast Burn}}, or {{m|Hydro Cannon}} as often as you'd like. (See notes for Frenzy Plant, Blast Burn, and Hydro Cannon under ''Changes to Pokémon Moves'' section.)

** [[Firium Z]] will be located at the pit of ''Cinnabar {{wp|Caldera}}''.

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