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palafin-zero

Attributes

  • Species: Palafin
  • Base Experience: 160
  • Height: 13
  • Weight: 602
  • Is Default: True
  • Order: 934
  • Base Happiness: 50
  • Capture Rate: 45
  • Color: Blue
  • Egg Groups: Ground , Water2
  • Gender Rate: 4
  • Has No Gender Differences
  • Hatch Counter: 40
  • Habitat:
  • Is Baby: False
  • Is Legendary: False
  • Is Mythical: False
  • Shape: Fish

Stats

  • HP
    100
  • Attack
    70
  • Defense
    72
  • Special Attack
    53
  • Special Defense
    62
  • Speed
    100

Abilities

Held items

    None

Summary

Palafin Zero is a Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IX.

Type: Water

Abilities:

  • Zero to Hero: This unique ability allows Palafin to switch forms during battle. When it switches out and returns, it transforms into its Hero Form, boosting its stats significantly.

Physical Characteristics:

  • Palafin Zero Form resembles a small, blue dolphin with a streamlined body ideal for swimming.
  • It has a smooth, aquatic appearance with a dorsal fin and flippers.
  • The Hero Form, achieved in battle, is more humanoid and muscular, with a heroic stance and enhanced physical features that signify its increased power.

Behavior and Habitat:

  • Palafin is typically found in coastal regions and open seas, thriving in marine environments.
  • Known for its playful nature, it often engages in acrobatics and swimming races with other sea creatures.
  • Despite its playful demeanor, Palafin is fiercely protective of its friends and will transform to defend them.

In Battle:

  • Palafin Zero Form is relatively modest in terms of stats, relying on its ability to transform.
  • Its Hero Form boasts significantly higher attack power, making it a formidable physical attacker.
  • Notable moves include Jet Punch, Wave Crash, and Aqua Tail, which take advantage of its enhanced physical prowess.
  • It excels against Fire, Ground, and Rock types but is vulnerable to Electric and Grass types.

Evolution:

  • Palafin evolves from Finizen starting at level 38 when leveled up in a Union Circle, a setting specific to the multiplayer aspect of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.

Interesting Facts:

  • Palafin's transformation into its Hero Form is reminiscent of superhero transformations, adding a unique flair to its battle strategy.
  • Its design and theme may be inspired by the concept of dolphins as intelligent and altruistic animals.
  • Palafin is a rare example of a Pokémon whose battle effectiveness is heavily reliant on its ability to switch forms during combat.

Pokémon Sprites

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Front Default
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Front Shiny

Evolution Chain

Finizen - 963
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Palafin - 964
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Min. Lvl 38

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Moves

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

Flavor Text Entries

  • Scarlet: This Pokémon changes its appearance if it hears its allies calling for help. Palafin will never show anybody its moment of transformation.
  • Violet: Its physical capabilities are no different than a Finizen’s, but when its allies are in danger, it transforms and powers itself up.

Pokedex

  • 964 National
  • 292 Paldea