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:''Not to be confused with [[gigantic Pokémon]]''.
:''Not to be confused with [[gigantic Pokémon]]''.
:''If you were looking for the temporary Pokémon tranformation state introduced in Generation VIII, see [[Dynamax]].
'''Giant Pokémon''' are a recurring theme in the [[Pokémon world]]. In the broadest sense, they are Pokémon who are much larger than is typical for their [[Pokémon (species)|species]].
:''If you were looking for the variation of Dynamax, see [[Gigantamax]]''.
:''If you were looking for the variation of alpha Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII, see [[Alpha Pokémon]].
'''Giant Pokémon''', while rarely playing a large part in terms of plot, are nonetheless a recurring theme in the [[Pokémon anime]] and games. There are several episodes that have a plot revolving around unusually large {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}, such to the point that it seems to be a rather common mutation for Pokémon to go through. All [[Totem Pokémon]] shown in the anime are giant Pokémon.


Pokémon at [[Pokémon Land]] in ''[[EP017|Island of the Giant Pokémon]]'' are not listed here, despite the episode name, because these were robots created for the amusement park and not organic in any biological way.
Pokémon who are giant may be part of subgroups, such as [[Totem Pokémon]],  [[Alpha Pokémon]], [[noble Pokémon]], or [[Titan Pokémon]].
 
Pokémon that become giant temporarily may do so through processes such as [[Dynamax]] or [[Gigantamax]].
 
Note that this page is primarily concerned with large organic Pokémon. Giant artificial structures or robots made in the shape of Pokémon, such as [[Team Rocket's mechas]] or the robots at [[Pokémon Land]] in ''[[EP017|Island of the Giant Pokémon]]'', are therefore not listed here.


==In the anime==
==In the anime==
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In {{LGPE}}, Pokémon have size variations; Pokémon that are size L and XL are larger than average, though these size differences are not visible.
In {{LGPE}}, Pokémon have size variations; Pokémon that are size L and XL are larger than average, though these size differences are not visible.


In {{g|Sword and Shield}}, a phenomenon known as [[Dynamax]] can make a Pokémon temporarily grow to giant size, upgrading its moves into [[Max Move]]s in the process.
In {{g|Sword and Shield}}, a phenomenon known as [[Dynamax]] can make a Pokémon temporarily grow to giant size, upgrading its moves into [[Max Move]]s in the process. Some Pokémon can undergo a related process called [[Giganamax]], which additionally changes their appearance.


In {{g|Legends: Arceus}}, there is a variation of Pokémon known as [[alpha Pokémon]]. These Pokémon are known to be larger, stronger, and more aggressive than normal Pokémon and have red eyes. The [[noble Pokémon]] (particularly {{p|Avalugg}}) and {{hi|Ride Pokémon}} that the player encounters as part of the game's story are also bigger than other Pokémon of their kin. Additionally, all Pokémon come in various sizes, with some being dramatically larger than others of their species.
In {{g|Legends: Arceus}}, there is a variation of Pokémon known as [[alpha Pokémon]]. These Pokémon are known to be larger, stronger, and more aggressive than normal Pokémon and have red eyes. The [[noble Pokémon]] (particularly {{p|Avalugg}}) and {{hi|Ride Pokémon}} that the player encounters as part of the game's story are also bigger than other Pokémon of their kin. Additionally, all Pokémon come in various sizes, with some being dramatically larger than others of their species.
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In {{g|GO}}, [[Raid Battle|Raid Bosses]] are giant Pokémon with stats that are higher than that of regular Pokémon. Once defeated, they will shrink down to normal size and can be captured. Also, as in recent core series games, Pokémon vary in size; Pokémon that are size L, XL, and XXL are larger than average for their species.
In {{g|GO}}, [[Raid Battle|Raid Bosses]] are giant Pokémon with stats that are higher than that of regular Pokémon. Once defeated, they will shrink down to normal size and can be captured. Also, as in recent core series games, Pokémon vary in size; Pokémon that are size L, XL, and XXL are larger than average for their species.
====Mystery Dungeon series====
In the {{g|Mystery Dungeon series}} prior to {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity}}, each species of Pokémon is assigned a fixed [[body size]] from 0 to 4. When taking a team into a dungeon, the combined body size of the Pokémon in the team may not exceed a certain amount (at most of any dungeon, 6). Note that certain dungeons may restrict this further, and may also restrict the sheer number of Pokémon allowed in the dungeon.
In {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity}}, the body size system was revised: each Pokémon species is either of standard size (occupying 1 tile), or is a [[gigantic Pokémon]] (occupying 4 tiles). Gigantic Pokémon have the additional trait of longer reach with their attacks, and some moves will have completely-different effects when used by a gigantic Pokémon.
In {{g|Super Mystery Dungeon}} and {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX}}, gigantic Pokémon became recruitable, with the same traits as they had in Gates to Infinity. However, only up to one Gigantic Pokémon may be included in a team when entering a dungeon.


==In the manga==
==In the manga==
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* [[Gigantamax]]
* [[Gigantamax]]
* [[Alpha Pokémon]]
* [[Alpha Pokémon]]
* [[Noble Pokémon]]
* [[Titan Pokémon]]
* [[Titan Pokémon]]


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