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Linoone (Galarian Form) is a Dark/Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII.

Type: Dark / Normal

Abilities:

• Pickup: May pick up items after battle.
• Gluttony: Encourages the use of a held Berry earlier than usual.
• Quick Feet (Hidden Ability): Boosts the Speed stat if the Pokémon has a status condition.

Physical Characteristics:

• Linoone Galar is a sleek, badger-like Pokémon with a distinctly elongated body.
• Its fur is predominantly black and white, with a bold zigzag pattern running along its back.
• It has sharp red eyes and a pointed snout, giving it a fierce appearance.
• The claws on its front paws are long and sharp, ideal for digging and slashing.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Galarian Linoone is known for its reckless and aggressive behavior, often seen dashing at breakneck speeds.
• It inhabits the grassy plains and forests of the Galar region, frequently seen darting across roads and fields.
• This Pokémon is nocturnal and uses its speed to hunt prey and avoid predators.
• It is highly territorial and will fiercely defend its habitat.

In Battle:

• Galarian Linoone is prized for its speed and ability to deliver quick, powerful strikes.
• Notable moves include Night Slash, Belly Drum, and Extreme Speed, which capitalize on its speed and attack power.
• It is effective against Ghost and Psychic types due to its Dark typing but is vulnerable to Fighting-type moves.
• Often used in battle strategies that leverage its Gluttony ability with berries to maintain its offensive pressure.

Evolution:

• Galarian Linoone evolves from Galarian Zigzagoon starting at level 20.
• It evolves into Obstagoon when leveled up at night starting at level 35.

Interesting Facts:

• The Galarian form of Linoone is inspired by the punk rock culture of the United Kingdom, reflected in its rebellious nature.
• It is the only Pokémon known to evolve into Obstagoon.
• Galarian Linoone's evolution line is the first to introduce a third stage to a previously two-stage evolutionary line from a past generation.
• Its reckless behavior often leads it into high-speed collisions, which it seems to enjoy.

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.

264 National

13 Hoenn

13 Kalos-Central

13 Updated-Hoenn

32 Galar

72 Crown-Tundra