Passimian is a simian Pokémon known for its exceptional teamwork and combat skills, embodying the spirit of collaboration.
Type: Fighting
Abilities:
- Receiver: Passimian takes on the ability of its fallen ally in battle.
- Hidden Ability: Defiant - This ability boosts Passimian's Attack stat by two stages whenever its stats are lowered.
Physical Characteristics:
- Passimian resembles a rugby player, boasting a physique designed for endurance and strength.
- It features a helmet-like shell on its head for defense and to aid its throwing attacks.
- This Pokémon is primarily white and black, adorned with a unique crest on its head that resembles a rugby ball.
Behavior and Habitat:
- Passimian are known for their teamwork, living in troops of 20 to 30 individuals led by a single leader.
- They dwell in jungles and demonstrate behavior similar to a rugby team, coordinating to execute intricate strategies.
In Battle:
- Passimian can utilize its Receiver ability to capitalize on a teammate's fall, adopting their ability for the battle's duration.
- It is renowned for potent throwing attacks, using berries to strike opponents with exceptional force and accuracy.
Evolution:
- Passimian does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon.
Interesting Facts:
- The leader of a Passimian troop earns their role by being the one who can throw a berry the farthest.
- Passimian are intolerant of members who don't fully commit in battles; such Pokémon are swiftly expelled from the troop.
- In the Alola region, Passimian love participating in competitions where they throw berries dropped by Oranguru back and forth.