linoone

Linoone is a Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III.

Type: Normal

Abilities:

• Pickup: May pick up items after battles.
• Gluttony (Hidden Ability): Allows the Pokémon to consume a held Berry when its HP is below 50%.

Physical Characteristics:

• Linoone is a long, sleek Pokémon resembling a ferret or badger.
• It has a primarily white body with brown stripes running from its eyes down its back to its tail.
• Its face is pointed with small, round eyes and a black nose.
• It has short legs and a bushy tail.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Linoone prefers open plains and can often be seen in grasslands.
• Known for its extreme speed, it can run at over 60 miles per hour.
• It tends to run in straight lines and has difficulty turning, which can sometimes lead to accidents.
• Linoone is often found foraging for food, using its keen sense of smell to locate berries and other items.

In Battle:

• Linoone is known for its speed, making it a fast physical attacker.
• Notable moves include Belly Drum, Extreme Speed, and Play Rough.
• It can be quite effective against Ghost-type Pokémon with moves like Shadow Claw.
• Linoone is vulnerable to Fighting-type moves due to its Normal typing.

Evolution:

• Evolves from Zigzagoon at level 20.
• In the Galar region, Zigzagoon evolves into Galarian Linoone, which can further evolve into Obstagoon when leveled up at night starting at level 35.

Interesting Facts:

• Linoone's name is derived from "line" and "raccoon," reflecting its streamlined shape and speedy nature.
• It is known for its unique ability to pick up items, making it useful for finding rare or hidden items during adventures.
• In the wild, Linoone is often seen chasing its prey in a straight line, a behavior emblematic of its linear design and name.

Overall, Linoone is a swift and agile Pokémon valued for its speed and item-finding abilities in the Pokémon world.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Ruby: LINOONE always runs full speed and only in straight lines. If facing an obstacle, it makes a right-angle turn to evade it.This Pokémon is very challenged by gently curving roads.
• Sapphire: When hunting, LINOONE will make a beeline straight for the prey at a full run. While this Pokémon is capable oftopping 60 mph, it has to come to a screeching halt before it can turn.
• Emerald: It is exceedingly fast if it only has to run in a straight line. When it spots pond- dwelling prey underwater, it quickly leaps in and catches it with its sharp claws.
• Firered: When running in a straight line, it can top 60 miles per hour. However, it has a tough time with curved roads.
• Leafgreen: When running in a straight line, it can top 60 miles per hour. However, it has a tough time with curved roads.
• Diamond: It charges prey at speeds over 60 mph. However, because it can only run straight, it often fails.
• Pearl: It charges prey at speeds over 60 mph. However, because it can only run straight, it often fails.
• Platinum: It charges prey at speeds over 60 mph. However, because it can only run straight, it often fails.
• Heartgold: When running in a straight line, it can easily top 60 miles an hour. It has a tough time with curved roads.
• Soulsilver: When running in a straight line, it can easily top 60 miles an hour. It has a tough time with curved roads.
• Black: It charges prey at speeds over 60 mph. However, because it can only run straight, it often fails.
• White: It charges prey at speeds over 60 mph. However, because it can only run straight, it often fails.
• Black-2: It charges prey at speeds over 60 mph. However, because it can only run straight, it often fails.
• White-2: It charges prey at speeds over 60 mph. However, because it can only run straight, it often fails.
• X: When running in a straight line, it can easily top 60 miles an hour. It has a tough time with curved roads.
• Y: It charges prey at speeds over 60 mph. However, because it can only run straight, it often fails.
• Omega-Ruby: Linoone always runs full speed and only in straight lines. If facing an obstacle, it makes a right-angle turn to evade it. This Pokémon is very challenged by gently curving roads.
• Alpha-Sapphire: When hunting, Linoone will make a beeline straight for the prey at a full run. While this Pokémon is capable of topping 60 mph, it has to come to a screeching halt before it can turn.
• Sword: Its fur is strong and supple. Shaving brushes made with shed Linoone hairs are highly prized.
• Shield: It uses its explosive speed and razor-sharp claws to bring down prey. Running along winding paths is not its strong suit.