appletun

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Appletun is a dual-type Grass/Dragon Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII.

Type: Grass/Dragon

Abilities:

Ripen: Doubles the effect of Berries.
Gluttony: Causes the Pokémon to eat a held Berry when its HP drops to half or less, which is earlier than usual.
Thick Fat (Hidden Ability): Reduces the damage taken from Ice- and Fire-type moves by 50%.

Physical Characteristics:

Appletun resembles a large, greenish apple pie with a pair of stubby legs and a tail.
Its body is covered with a crust-like shell that appears to be baked, with sweet syrup oozing from the top.
It has a pair of small, leaf-like wings emerging from its back and a large red apple on its head, split open to reveal its face.

Behavior and Habitat:

Appletun is known to be a peaceful and docile Pokémon that enjoys basking in the sun.
It inhabits grassy plains and orchards where apple trees are plentiful.
The sweet aroma it emits attracts children, who often enjoy playing around it.

In Battle:

Appletun is known for its defensive capabilities, with high HP and Special Defense stats.
It can use moves like Apple Acid and Giga Drain to deal damage while sustaining itself.
Strong against Water, Ground, and Rock types due to its Grass typing, but vulnerable to Ice, Flying, and Dragon types.
Relies on moves like Leech Seed and Recover to maintain its health during prolonged battles.

Evolution:

Appletun evolves from Applin when exposed to a Sweet Apple.
Applin also has an alternate evolution into Flapple when exposed to a Tart Apple, showcasing its unique branching evolution.

Interesting Facts:

The sweet aroma that Appletun emits is said to have a calming effect, making it popular among children and adults alike.
Its design is inspired by apple pie, which is reflected in its body structure and the sweet syrup-like substance it produces.
In the Galar region, a popular children's book features Appletun as a character, highlighting its cultural significance.
The syrup it produces is often used as a topping in Galar's culinary dishes, adding a unique flavor.

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Back Default

Front Shiny

Back Shiny

Applin - 840

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Flapple - 841

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Appletun - 842

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Dipplin - 1011

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Hydrapple - 1019

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Sword: Eating a sweet apple caused its evolution. A nectarous scent wafts from its body, luring in the bug Pokémon it preys on.
Shield: Its body is covered in sweet nectar, and the skin on its back is especially yummy. Children used to have it as a snack.