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'''Mimikyu''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ミミッキュ''' ''Mimikkyu'') is a dual-type {{2t|Ghost|Fairy}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation VII]].
'''Mimikyu''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ミミッキュ''' ''Mimikkyu'') is a dual-type {{2t|Ghost|Fairy}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation VII]].


While it is not known to [[Evolution|evolve]] into or from any other Pokémon, Mimikyu {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Mimikyu|changes appearance}} when hit by an attack.
While it is not known to [[Evolution|evolve]] into or from any other Pokémon, Mimikyu changes [[#Form data|forms]], from '''Disguised Form''' into '''Busted Form''', when it is hit by an attack.


==Biology==
==Biology==
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A lonely Pokémon, Mimikyu is always covered by its disguise. It is unknown what Mimikyu's true appearance looks like. Since this Pokémon is weakened by sunlight, it is rumored that the veil is used for protection. It is believed that seeing its true form will cause a mysterious illness or even a painful death. Because of this, Mimikyu will become agitated and violently stop anyone from attempting to look underneath its rag. Mimikyu's disguise is modeled after Pikachu because of the popularity of Pikachu-styled merchandise, thinking that its disguise would allow it to make friends with people.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160917171041/http://www.pokemon-sunmoon.com/en-us/pokemon/mimikyu/ Pokémon Sun and Moon site | Mimikyu]</ref> Unfortunately, this attempt makes its disguise look more creepy. Until recent times, Mimikyu was initially thought by humans to be just a ghost wearing a cloth. Mimikyu is capable of floating in the air.
A lonely Pokémon, Mimikyu is always covered by its disguise. It is unknown what Mimikyu's true appearance looks like. Since this Pokémon is weakened by sunlight, it is rumored that the veil is used for protection. It is believed that seeing its true form will cause a mysterious illness or even a painful death. Because of this, Mimikyu will become agitated and violently stop anyone from attempting to look underneath its rag. Mimikyu's disguise is modeled after Pikachu because of the popularity of Pikachu-styled merchandise, thinking that its disguise would allow it to make friends with people.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160917171041/http://www.pokemon-sunmoon.com/en-us/pokemon/mimikyu/ Pokémon Sun and Moon site | Mimikyu]</ref> Unfortunately, this attempt makes its disguise look more creepy. Until recent times, Mimikyu was initially thought by humans to be just a ghost wearing a cloth. Mimikyu is capable of floating in the air.
The rag it wears allows Mimikyu to avoid attacks. Mimikyu will keep up its disguise, even if rag is broken. However, if its rag is damaged or its neck is broken, it will spend all night patching it in front of a mirror as if its life depends on it. Repairing the rag correctly is often difficult for Mimikyu, so it cries a lot on the inside. It then seeks revenge on the one that damaged it, fearing that its true identity could have been exposed. Unforgiving, Mimikyu will take down the culprit to the point of costing its life in the process. Mimikyu will never forget the person who damaged its rag for as long as it is still alive.


Mimikyu is the [[Signature move|only known Pokémon]] capable of using the [[Z-Move]] {{m|Let's Snuggle Forever}}.
Mimikyu is the [[Signature move|only known Pokémon]] capable of using the [[Z-Move]] {{m|Let's Snuggle Forever}}.
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===Forms===
===Forms===
Mimikyu has two forms: A Disguised Form and a Busted Form, the latter occurring once Mimikyu is hit.
Mimikyu has two forms: Disguised Form and Busted Form.
 
Mimikyu changes into its Busted Form when it is hit by an attack and its neck breaks, causing it to slump over and no longer convincingly resemble a Pikachu. Ordinarily, the rag it wears allows Mimikyu to avoid attacks. Mimikyu will attempt to keep up its disguise, even if its rag is broken. However, if its rag does get damaged or its neck gets broken, it will spend all night patching it in front of a mirror as if its life depends on it. Repairing the rag correctly is often difficult for Mimikyu, so it cries a lot on the inside. It then seeks revenge on the one that damaged it, fearing that its true identity could have been exposed. Unforgiving, Mimikyu will take down the culprit at the risk of costing its own life in the process. Mimikyu will never forget the person who damaged its rag for as long as it is still alive.  


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===Form data===
===Form data===
Mimikyu has two interchangeable forms: Disguised Form and Busted Form. It will always be in its Disguised Form outside of {{pkmn|battle}}. Mimikyu starts battles in its Disguised Form. When it is hit by a damaging [[move]], its [[Ability]] {{a|Disguise}} reduces the damage it takes from it: in [[Generation VII]], it takes no damage from it at all, and in [[Generation VIII]] onward, it nullifies the attack's damage but then loses 1/8 of its maximum {{stat|HP}}. Afterwards, its disguise slumps to the side and it changes into Busted Form. While in Busted Form, it can be damaged normally. Mimikyu will stay in Busted Form until either it [[fainted|faint]]s or the battle ends.
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* According to an official piece of merchandise, Mimikyu's height does not count the head of the disguise, only the body.<ref>[https://twitter.com/PokeshopperVGC/status/956854089907924993 @PokeshopperVGC on Twitter]</ref>
* According to an official piece of merchandise, Mimikyu's height does not count the head of the disguise, only the body.<ref>[https://twitter.com/PokeshopperVGC/status/956854089907924993 @PokeshopperVGC on Twitter]</ref>
* In the [[Pokémon of the Year]] poll held by The Pokémon Company in 2020, Mimikyu was voted the most popular [[Generation VII]] Pokémon, receiving 99,077 votes. It was also the third-most popular Pokémon overall.
* In the [[Pokémon of the Year]] poll held by The Pokémon Company in 2020, Mimikyu was voted the most popular [[Generation VII]] Pokémon, receiving 99,077 votes. It was also the third-most popular Pokémon overall.
* In [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]], it is the only Pokémon that can be obtained in both versions as an obtainable {{pkmn2|Totem}}-sized Pokémon.
* In {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}, it is the only Pokémon that can be obtained in both versions as an obtainable {{pkmn2|Totem}}-sized Pokémon.
* Due to a [[Rollout storage glitch|glitch]], if Mimikyu is hit by {{m|Rollout}} or {{m|Ice Ball}}, the [[damage]] multiplier for these moves can also be applied to other [[move]]s. Mimikyu shares this trait with {{p|Eiscue}}. This glitch was patched out in Version 1.3.1 of {{g|Sword and Shield}}.
* Due to a [[Rollout storage glitch|glitch]], if Mimikyu is hit by {{m|Rollout}} or {{m|Ice Ball}}, the [[damage]] multiplier for these moves can also be applied to other [[move]]s. Mimikyu shares this trait with {{p|Eiscue}}. This glitch was patched out in Version 1.3.1 of {{g|Sword and Shield}}.


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