Ninetales Alola is an Ice/Fairy-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VII.
Type: Ice / Fairy
Abilities:
- Snow Cloak: Boosts evasion in a hailstorm.
- Hidden Ability - Snow Warning: Summons a hailstorm when entering battle.
Physical Characteristics:
- Ninetales Alola is a fox-like Pokémon with a majestic and elegant appearance.
- It has a sleek, icy blue-white fur that glistens with an ethereal glow.
- The Pokémon is adorned with nine long, flowing tails that fan out behind it, each tipped with a frosty white hue.
- Its eyes are a striking light blue, reminiscent of clear ice.
Behavior and Habitat:
- Ninetales Alola is often found in snowy, mountainous regions, most notably on Mount Lanakila in the Alola region.
- It is a highly intelligent and mystical creature, known for its calm and composed demeanor.
- This Pokémon is protective of its habitat and will use its icy powers to defend its territory from threats.
- Ninetales Alola is said to live for a thousand years, and legends suggest it can lay a curse on anyone who harms it.
In Battle:
- Ninetales Alola excels as a support Pokémon in battle, often utilizing its Snow Warning ability to set up hailstorm conditions.
- Notable moves include Aurora Veil, which halves damage from physical and special attacks for five turns if hail is active, and Blizzard, which has perfect accuracy in hail.
- It is strong against Dragon, Flying, and Grass types due to its dual Ice/Fairy typing.
- It is weak against Steel, Rock, and Poison types, requiring careful strategy to avoid these threats.
Evolution:
- Ninetales Alola evolves from Alolan Vulpix when exposed to an Ice Stone.
- Alolan Vulpix is the regional variant of the original Vulpix found in the Alola region.
Interesting Facts:
- Ninetales Alola is a regional variant of the original Ninetales, adapted to the snowy environments of the Alola region.
- The transformation from the original Fire-type to an Ice/Fairy-type is a significant adaptation, showcasing the variant’s unique connection to its habitat.
- It is inspired by the kitsune of Japanese folklore, mythical foxes known for their wisdom and magical abilities.
- In the Pokémon Sun and Moon games, Ninetales Alola's presence is a symbol of the region's diversity and the influence of environmental factors on Pokémon evolution.