Lycanroc Midnight is a Rock-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VII.
Type: Rock
Abilities:
- Keen Eye: Prevents other Pokémon from lowering this Pokémon’s accuracy.
- Vital Spirit: Prevents the Pokémon from falling asleep.
- No Guard (Hidden Ability): Ensures that all moves used by or against this Pokémon will never miss.
Physical Characteristics:
- Lycanroc Midnight has a lupine appearance with a distinctly menacing and rugged look.
- It stands on two legs, unlike its Midday counterpart, giving it a more intimidating presence.
- Its fur is primarily red with white and black accents, including a prominent black mane that resembles a mohawk.
- Its eyes are a piercing blue, adding to its fierce demeanor.
Behavior and Habitat:
- Lycanroc Midnight prefers mountainous and rocky terrains where it can easily blend with its surroundings.
- Known for its aggressive and fearless nature, it often challenges opponents larger than itself.
- Despite its fearsome appearance, it is known to form strong, protective bonds with its trainers.
In Battle:
- Lycanroc Midnight is a physical attacker with a focus on high Attack stats.
- Known for its signature move, Counter, which allows it to retaliate with double the power if hit by a physical attack.
- It also learns moves like Stone Edge and Sucker Punch, making it versatile against different types.
- Strong against Fire, Flying, Ice, and Bug types, but weak against Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, and Steel types.
Evolution:
- Evolves from Rockruff starting at level 25 during the night in Pokémon Sun, Ultra Sun, and Sword.
- Notably, the form it evolves into depends on the time of day and the version of the game, with Midnight form occurring at night.
Interesting Facts:
- Lycanroc Midnight is one of three forms of Lycanroc, alongside Midday and Dusk, each with different abilities and characteristics.
- This form is based on a werewolf, reflecting its nocturnal evolution conditions and aggressive nature.
- In the Pokémon anime, Gladion, a rival of Ash, owns a Lycanroc Midnight, showcasing its formidable battle skills and loyalty.