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{{p|Marill}}, its evolutionary relatives, and {{p|Mimikyu}} are also sometimes included in this group by the fandom, although none of these are Electric types. Mimikyu is sometimes featured in official artwork showcasing the "Pikachu clone" Pokémon. Marill was often incorrectly referred to as "Pikablu" by fans and on the [[Pokémon the First Movie Trading Cards|Topps trading cards for the first movie]] prior to the release of {{game|Gold and Silver|s}}. | {{p|Marill}}, its evolutionary relatives, and {{p|Mimikyu}} are also sometimes included in this group by the fandom, although none of these are Electric types. Mimikyu is sometimes featured in official artwork showcasing the "Pikachu clone" Pokémon. Marill was often incorrectly referred to as "Pikablu" by fans and on the [[Pokémon the First Movie Trading Cards|Topps trading cards for the first movie]] prior to the release of {{game|Gold and Silver|s}}. | ||
In | In {{g|X and Y}}, the [[Options/Battle BGs|"Stickers" battle menu background]] features all the members of the group that existed at the time. This is the only time that the group has ever been acknowledged directly in the {{pkmn|games}}. | ||
Character designer [[Ken Sugimori]] acknowledged the concept of the recurring "electric rodents" theme in an interview published in Volume 201 of the ''Nintendo Dream'' magazine.<ref>''Nintendo Dream'' Vol. 201, January 2011 ([http://lavacutcontent.com/ken-sugimori-nintendo-dream-3/ Translation by Dr. Lava])</ref> | Character designer [[Ken Sugimori]] acknowledged the concept of the recurring "electric rodents" theme in an interview published in Volume 201 of the ''Nintendo Dream'' magazine.<ref>''Nintendo Dream'' Vol. 201, January 2011 ([http://lavacutcontent.com/ken-sugimori-nintendo-dream-3/ Translation by Dr. Lava])</ref> | ||
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* {{p|Ogerpon}} | * {{p|Ogerpon}} | ||
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A list in the data since | A list in the data since {{g|Sun and Moon}}, named "sublegend" in the game code, grouped the [[Ultra Beast]]s with all of the sub-Legendary Pokémon, despite them not being Legendary Pokémon. This grouping continued until {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}, in which Ultra Beasts are no longer grouped under this "sublegend" list. | ||
Legendary Pokémon that are not sub-Legendary Pokémon are officially known as [[Special Pokémon]]. | Legendary Pokémon that are not sub-Legendary Pokémon are officially known as [[Special Pokémon]]. | ||
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** [[Noble Pokémon]], Origin Forme {{p|Dialga}}/{{p|Palkia}}, and {{ga|Arceus}} are encountered during the story of Pokémon Legends: Arceus and need to be quelled through throwing balms (while optional, periodic battling makes this easier). This acts similar to a traditional RPG boss fight. | ** [[Noble Pokémon]], Origin Forme {{p|Dialga}}/{{p|Palkia}}, and {{ga|Arceus}} are encountered during the story of Pokémon Legends: Arceus and need to be quelled through throwing balms (while optional, periodic battling makes this easier). This acts similar to a traditional RPG boss fight. | ||
* Side games | * Side games | ||
** Pregymleader [[Justy]]: Justy is the leader of the [[Prestige Precept Center|Pre Gym]] in | ** Pregymleader [[Justy]]: Justy is the leader of the [[Prestige Precept Center|Pre Gym]] in {{g|Colosseum}} and {{Pokémon XD}}. | ||
** {{tc|Area Leader}}s and {{tc|Mt BtlMaster}}: these are the heads of different [[Mt. Battle]] areas in | ** {{tc|Area Leader}}s and {{tc|Mt BtlMaster}}: these are the heads of different [[Mt. Battle]] areas in {{g|Colosseum}} and {{Pokémon XD}}. | ||
** {{tc|Colosseum Leader}}s, {{tc|Colosseum Master}}s, and the [[Mysterial|Pokétopia Master]]: these are the heads of {{OBP|Colosseum|Pokétopia}}s in | ** {{tc|Colosseum Leader}}s, {{tc|Colosseum Master}}s, and the [[Mysterial|Pokétopia Master]]: these are the heads of {{OBP|Colosseum|Pokétopia}}s in {{g|Battle Revolution}}. | ||
* Spin-offs | * Spin-offs | ||
**The | **The {{g|Mystery Dungeon series}} has various boss characters at different points in the story: | ||
*** {{DL|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|Bosses|Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team → Bosses}} | *** {{DL|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|Bosses|Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team → Bosses}} | ||
*** {{DL|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|Bosses|Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness → Bosses}} | *** {{DL|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|Bosses|Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness → Bosses}} | ||
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* '''XY''': {{g|X and Y}} | * '''XY''': {{g|X and Y}} | ||
* '''ORAS''': {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} | * '''ORAS''': {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} | ||
* '''SMUSUM''': | * '''SMUSUM''': {{game4|SMUSUM}}. Can be split respectively into '''SM''' for Sun and Moon, and '''USUM''' or '''USM''' for Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon. Sometimes '''SuMo''' is seen for Sun and Moon only. | ||
* '''LGPE''': {{LGPE}}. Sometimes '''LPE''' or '''LPLE'''. | * '''LGPE''': {{LGPE}}. Sometimes '''LPE''' or '''LPLE'''. | ||
* '''SwSh''': {{g|Sword and Shield}}. Capitalization can vary between '''SwSh''' and '''SWSH'''. Sometimes '''SS'''. | * '''SwSh''': {{g|Sword and Shield}}. Capitalization can vary between '''SwSh''' and '''SWSH'''. Sometimes '''SS'''. | ||
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A term used within parts of the fandom to refer to a Pokémon in a Trainer's party that is used for navigational support through the use of [[field move]]s—generally those taught by [[HM|Hidden Machines]]. HM mules will typically have three or four move slots occupied with field moves, allowing smooth passage through caves, across oceans, or past other obstacles at the expense of their battling capabilities. | A term used within parts of the fandom to refer to a Pokémon in a Trainer's party that is used for navigational support through the use of [[field move]]s—generally those taught by [[HM|Hidden Machines]]. HM mules will typically have three or four move slots occupied with field moves, allowing smooth passage through caves, across oceans, or past other obstacles at the expense of their battling capabilities. | ||
With the retirement of HMs and field moves from [[Generation VII]] onward, HM mules are no longer necessary. In Generation VII, the functions of HMs are replaced by [[Poké Ride]]s{{sup/7|SMUSUM}} and [[Secret Technique]]s{{sup/7|PE}}. In | With the retirement of HMs and field moves from [[Generation VII]] onward, HM mules are no longer necessary. In Generation VII, the functions of HMs are replaced by [[Poké Ride]]s{{sup/7|SMUSUM}} and [[Secret Technique]]s{{sup/7|PE}}. In {{g|Sword and Shield}}, the [[Rotom Bike]]'s Water Mode replaces {{m|Surf}} and the [[Flying Taxi]] replaces {{m|Fly}}. In {{g|Legends: Arceus}}, various {{hi|ride Pokémon}} provide similar functions, allowing the player to traverse through [[Hisui]] faster, swim through water, climb steep cliffs, and glide through the air. The [[Arc Phone]]'s map allows players to warp between locations, replacing Fly. | ||
HM mules are often referred to as '''HM slaves'''. An equivalent term used within the Japanese fandom is '''{{tt|秘伝要員|ひでんよういん}}''', with {{tt|秘伝|ひでん}} being from {{tt|秘伝マシン|ひでんマシン}} ''Hidden Machine'' followed by {{tt|要員|よういん}} ''personnel''. | HM mules are often referred to as '''HM slaves'''. An equivalent term used within the Japanese fandom is '''{{tt|秘伝要員|ひでんよういん}}''', with {{tt|秘伝|ひでん}} being from {{tt|秘伝マシン|ひでんマシン}} ''Hidden Machine'' followed by {{tt|要員|よういん}} ''personnel''. | ||