krokorok

Krokorok is a Ground/Dark-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Ground / Dark

Abilities:

• Intimidate: Lowers the opposing Pokémon's Attack stat when Krokorok enters the battle.
• Moxie: Boosts Krokorok's Attack stat after knocking out any Pokémon.
• Anger Point (Hidden Ability): Maxes Krokorok's Attack stat when it takes a critical hit.

Physical Characteristics:

• Resembles a bipedal crocodile
• Sandy brown body with darker brown stripes
• Long, pointed snout and sharp teeth
• Red eyes with black markings around them, giving a masked appearance
• Long tail with a dark brown band near the tip

Behavior and Habitat:

• Often found in arid, desert regions
• Lives in small packs led by a dominant individual
• Known for being opportunistic predators, waiting for the right moment to strike prey
• Extremely adaptable, can dig burrows to escape the heat of the day

In Battle:

• Balanced stats with a focus on physical attack
• Utilizes moves like Earthquake and Crunch to take advantage of its dual typing
• Strong against Psychic and Electric types due to its Dark and Ground typing
• Vulnerable to Fighting, Bug, Water, Ice, and Fairy-type moves

Evolution:

• Evolves from Sandile starting at level 29
• Evolves into Krookodile starting at level 40

Interesting Facts:

• Known for its cunning nature and ability to work in groups to outsmart prey
• Its dark markings and predatory behavior are inspired by real-world crocodiles
• Despite its fearsome reputation, it is known to show loyalty to those it respects
• In the Pokémon anime, Ash's Krokorok was a persistent rival, eventually joining his team after an intense battle

This summary provides a comprehensive look at Krokorok, highlighting its nature as a tactical predator and its role within the Pokémon world.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: They live in groups of a few individuals. Protective membranes shield their eyes from sandstorms.
• White: The special membrane covering its eyes can sense the heat of objects, so it can see its surroundings even in darkness.
• Black-2: Protected by thin membranes, their eyes can see even in the dead of night. They live in groups of a few individuals.
• White-2: Protected by thin membranes, their eyes can see even in the dead of night. They live in groups of a few individuals.
• X: They live in groups of a few individuals. Protective membranes shield their eyes from sandstorms.
• Y: The special membrane covering its eyes can sense the heat of objects, so it can see its surroundings even in darkness.
• Omega-Ruby: They live in groups of a few individuals. Protective membranes shield their eyes from sandstorms.
• Alpha-Sapphire: The special membrane covering its eyes can sense the heat of objects, so it can see its surroundings even in darkness.
• Sun: They move in groups of a few individuals. A female is often the leader of the group, and the males will gather food.
• Moon: Thanks to the special membrane covering its eyes, it can see its surroundings clearly, even in the middle of the night.
• Ultra-Sun: Krokorok really hates it when its body gets cold. On nights when the temperature drops, it digs deep into the desert sands.
• Ultra-Moon: It buries some of its prey in the sand to use as emergency meals when its hunts are unsuccessful.
• Sword: Krokorok has specialized eyes that enable it to see in the dark. This ability lets Krokorok hunt in the dead of night without getting lost.
• Shield: Although this Pokémon has specialized eyes that allow it to see in the dark, Krokorok won’t move much at night—the desert gets cold after sunset.

552 National

58 Original-Unova

100 Updated-Unova

67 Conquest-Gallery

44 Kalos-Coastal

233 Original-Alola

105 Original-Ulaula

302 Updated-Alola

123 Updated-Ulaula

177 Isle-Of-Armor

268 Paldea

28 Blueberry