
Metagross is the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon whose English name is the same as its Japanese name.Metagross is the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon whose first stage of evolution, Beldum, cannot be caught in the wild in its debut generation (one is received from Steven Stone instead).Metagross is the only gender unknown pseudo-legendary Pokémon.Metagross has several unique attributes amongst pseudo-legendary Pokémon:.Stats-wise, like Tyranitar, Metagross focuses on power and durability, utilizing the most defensive type, Steel, to complement its very high Attack and Defense, and relatively low Speed. Additionally, it is the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that cannot learn any Dragon-type moves. This is possibly due to how it does not appear to be based on an animal rather, it is a robotic life form. Metagross has a large number of characteristics that differ from the other pseudo-legendary Pokémon. Salamence is the shortest pseudo-legendary Pokémon, at 4'11" (1.5 m).Its stats are high in Attack, Special Attack, and Speed, while comparatively low in both Defense stats.

However, Tyranitar was used by Blue in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions, but only in his rematch.Īlthough it is the same type as Dragonite, Salamence differentiates itself by being entirely focused on offensive prowess. Tyranitar is the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that is not the main Pokémon of a major boss at the end of the game it was introduced in.When a sandstorm is raging, Mega Tyranitar's Special Defense becomes the highest of all pseudo-legendary Pokémon.Mega Tyranitar has the highest base Defense of all pseudo-legendary Pokémon, with 150.It has the Sand Stream Ability to always conjure up a sandstorm, which takes advantage of its Rock type to further increase its high Special Defense. With a focus on power and durability, Tyranitar sacrifices Speed in exchange for tremendous bulk and Attack power. It has a traditionally high Attack and above average stats otherwise. The following shows the pseudo-legendary Pokémon by the generation of their introduction, as well as their types, and the Pokémon they evolve from.īase stat comparison when Mega Evolved Pokémonīeing the first pseudo-legendary Pokémon, Dragonite has straightforward and well-rounded stats. There are nine Pokémon considered to be pseudo-legendary Pokémon. 3.5 Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer.3.4 Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 Animated Trailer.2.2.1 Base stat comparison when Mega Evolved.

