genesect

genesect

Attributes

  • Species: Genesect
  • Base Experience: 270
  • Height: 15
  • Weight: 825
  • Is Default: True
  • Order: 779
  • Base Happiness: 0
  • Capture Rate: 3
  • Color: Purple
  • Egg Groups: No-Eggs
  • Gender Rate: -1
  • Has No Gender Differences
  • Hatch Counter: 120
  • Habitat:
  • Is Baby: False
  • Is Legendary: False
  • Is Mythical: True
  • Shape: Humanoid

Stats

  • HP
    71
  • Attack
    120
  • Defense
    95
  • Special Attack
    120
  • Special Defense
    95
  • Speed
    99

Abilities

Held items

    None

Summary

Genesect is a Bug/Steel-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Bug/Steel

Abilities:

  • Download: Adjusts its Attack or Special Attack stat based on the opponent's weaker defensive stat.

Physical Characteristics:

  • Genesect is an insectoid Pokémon with a metallic body.
  • It has a streamlined, purple exoskeleton with sharp, angular features.
  • Its head is large and flat, equipped with a singular, glowing red eye.
  • A powerful cannon is mounted on its back, which can be modified with different Drive items to change its signature move's type.
  • It has two large claws on its forelimbs and two small claws on its hind limbs.

Behavior and Habitat:

  • Genesect was originally an ancient insect Pokémon revived and modified by Team Plasma.
  • As a result of its artificial origins, it doesn't have a natural habitat.
  • It is often depicted as a solitary creature due to its unique status.
  • In the wild, it is rarely found and often seen as a mythical or legendary figure.

In Battle:

  • Genesect is a versatile and powerful Pokémon, known for its balanced stats and ability to adapt using its Download ability.
  • Its signature move, Techno Blast, can change type depending on the Drive it holds (Burn, Douse, Shock, or Chill).
  • Common moves include Bug Buzz, Iron Head, Flamethrower, and Ice Beam.
  • Strong against Grass and Fairy types, but vulnerable to Fire-type moves.
  • Often used as a pivot Pokémon, thanks to its U-turn move which allows it to switch out while dealing damage.

Evolution:

  • Genesect does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon.

Interesting Facts:

  • Genesect's design is inspired by a prehistoric insect, combined with modern weaponry due to its cannon and technological enhancements.
  • It was first introduced in the Pokémon Black and White games, where it played a significant role in the storyline related to Team Plasma.
  • Genesect is featured in the movie "Pokémon the Movie: Genesect and the Legend Awakened," where it showcases its power and unique abilities.
  • The different Drives (Burn, Douse, Shock, Chill) it can use to modify Techno Blast are exclusive items that can only be used by Genesect.

Pokémon Sprites

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Front Default
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Back Default
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Front Shiny
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Back Shiny

Evolution Chain

Genesect - 649
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Flavor Text Entries

  • Black: Over 300 million years ago, it was feared as the strongest of hunters. It has been modified by Team Plasma.
  • White: This ancient bug Pokémon was altered by Team Plasma. They upgraded the cannon on its back.
  • Black-2: This Pokémon existed 300 million years ago. Team Plasma altered it and attached a cannon to its back.
  • White-2: This Pokémon existed 300 million years ago. Team Plasma altered it and attached a cannon to its back.
  • X: This ancient bug Pokémon was altered by Team Plasma. They upgraded the cannon on its back.
  • Y: This Pokémon existed 300 million years ago. Team Plasma altered it and attached a cannon to its back.
  • Omega-Ruby: This ancient bug Pokémon was altered by Team Plasma. They upgraded the cannon on its back.
  • Alpha-Sapphire: This Pokémon existed 300 million years ago. Team Plasma altered it and attached a cannon to its back.

Cards

Genesect
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Created by Masakazu Fukuda for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect-EX
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Created by Eske Yoshinob for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect-EX
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Created by 5ban Graphics for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect
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Created by Ayaka Yoshida for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect
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Created by 5ban Graphics for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect
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Created by 5ban Graphics for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect
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Created by 5ban Graphics for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect
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Created by Anesaki Dynamic for the Unknown Set set.

Shining Genesect
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Created by Hitoshi Ariga for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect-GX
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Created by Yoshinobu Saito for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect-GX
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Created by Yoshinobu Saito for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect-GX
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Created by Yoshinobu Saito for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect
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Created by Kazumasa Yasukuni for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect
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Created by Kawayoo for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect V
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Created by Planeta Tsuji for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect V
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Created by Planeta Tsuji for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect V
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Created by Akira Komayama for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect-EX
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Created by Eske Yoshinob for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect-EX
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Created by Ryo Ueda for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect
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Created by Planeta for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect
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Created by Ken Sugimori for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect ex
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Created by 5ban Graphics for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect ex
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Created by 5ban Graphics for the Unknown Set set.

Genesect ex
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Created by Kantaro for the Unknown Set set.