keldeo-resolute

Keldeo Resolute is a Water/Fighting-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Water/Fighting

Abilities:

• Justified: Increases Attack by one stage when hit by a Dark-type move

Physical Characteristics:

• Keldeo Resolute is a quadrupedal, colt-like Pokémon with a bright orange mane resembling a plume.
• It has a long, blue tail flowing like a wave, and blue hooves, signifying its connection to water.
• Its eyes are large and expressive, and it has a white, horn-like protrusion on its forehead that extends and becomes sharper in its Resolute Form.
• The body is mostly cream-colored with blue on the lower legs and a red feather-like growth on its shoulder.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Keldeo is known to inhabit secluded areas, such as quiet forests and serene water bodies.
• It is part of the Swords of Justice, a group of legendary Pokémon, and is known for its strong sense of justice.
• Keldeo is a highly skilled swimmer and is often seen practicing its water-based abilities in preparation for battles.

In Battle:

• Keldeo Resolute is a versatile special attacker with access to powerful Water and Fighting-type moves.
• Signature move: Secret Sword, which targets the opponent's Defense stat but utilizes Keldeo’s Special Attack.
• Often used with moves like Hydro Pump and Scald for Water-type damage, and Calm Mind to boost its Special Attack and Special Defense.
• Strong against Rock, Ground, and Fire types due to its Water typing, and effective against Dark, Ice, Normal, Rock, and Steel types with its Fighting abilities.
• Vulnerable to Electric, Fairy, Flying, Grass, and Psychic moves.

Evolution:

• Keldeo does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon. It can change into its Resolute Form upon learning the move Secret Sword.

Interesting Facts:

• Keldeo is inspired by the legend of the kelpie, a water spirit from Celtic folklore.
• Its Resolute Form represents its mastery of the move Secret Sword, a testament to its growth and training under the guidance of the other Swords of Justice: Cobalion, Terrakion, and Virizion.
• In the Pokémon movies, Keldeo is portrayed as a determined and brave Pokémon that strives to prove itself worthy of joining the ranks of the Swords of Justice.
• Keldeo's design and its association with water and justice symbolize purity, bravery, and the spirit of adventure.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: By blasting water from its hooves, it can glide across water. It excels at using leg moves while battling.
• White: It crosses the world, running over the surfaces of oceans and rivers. It appears at scenic waterfronts.
• Black-2: When it is resolute, its body fills with power and it becomes swifter. Its jumps are then too fast to follow.
• White-2: When it is resolute, its body fills with power and it becomes swifter. Its jumps are then too fast to follow.
• X: It crosses the world, running over the surfaces of oceans and rivers. It appears at scenic waterfronts.
• Y: When it is resolute, its body fills with power and it becomes swifter. Its jumps are then too fast to follow.
• Omega-Ruby: It crosses the world, running over the surfaces of oceans and rivers. It appears at scenic waterfronts.
• Alpha-Sapphire: When it is resolute, its body fills with power and it becomes swifter. Its jumps are then too fast to follow.
• Sword: Cobalion, Terrakion, and Virizion taught this Pokémon how to fight. It dashes across the world, seeking more opportunities to further its training.
• Shield: They say that Keldeo must survive harsh battles and fully develop the horn on its forehead before this Pokémon’s true power will awaken.

647 National

153 Original-Unova

298 Updated-Unova