prinplup

prinplup

Attributes

  • Species: Prinplup
  • Base Experience: 142
  • Height: 8
  • Weight: 230
  • Is Default: True
  • Order: 525
  • Base Happiness: 70
  • Capture Rate: 45
  • Color: Blue
  • Egg Groups: Water1 , Ground
  • Gender Rate: 1
  • Has No Gender Differences
  • Hatch Counter: 20
  • Habitat:
  • Is Baby: False
  • Is Legendary: False
  • Is Mythical: False
  • Shape: Upright

Stats

  • HP
    64
  • Attack
    66
  • Defense
    68
  • Special Attack
    81
  • Special Defense
    76
  • Speed
    50

Abilities

Held items

    None

Summary

Prinplup is a Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.

Type: Water

Abilities:

  • Torrent: Powers up Water-type moves when the Pokémon's HP is low.
  • Defiant (Hidden Ability): Boosts the Pokémon's Attack stat sharply when its stats are lowered.

Physical Characteristics:

  • Medium-sized, penguin-like Pokémon
  • Predominantly blue with white underparts
  • Possesses a distinctive yellow crest on its head
  • Has two stubby wings and a short tail
  • Features a beak and sharp claws on its flipper-like feet

Behavior and Habitat:

  • Commonly found in icy regions and near cold bodies of water
  • Known to be solitary and prefers to live alone
  • Displays pride and a sense of superiority over other Pokémon
  • Often seen polishing its feathers to maintain its appearance

In Battle:

  • Balanced between Attack and Special Attack
  • Signature moves: Bubble Beam, Metal Claw, Aqua Jet
  • Strong against Fire, Ground, and Rock types
  • Weak against Electric and Grass types
  • Benefits from strategy involving its Torrent ability, boosting Water moves when health is critical

Evolution:

  • Evolves from Piplup starting at level 16
  • Evolves into Empoleon starting at level 36

Interesting Facts:

  • The middle evolutionary stage of the Piplup line
  • Name may derive from "prince" and "plumage," reflecting its regal appearance
  • Known for its prideful nature, it's often depicted as a leader among its peers
  • In the Pokémon anime, Dawn's Piplup evolves into Prinplup, showcasing its growth in battle skills and determination

Prinplup stands out as a proud and independent Pokémon, often seen as a symbol of elegance and power among Water-types. Its evolution into the formidable Empoleon further emphasizes its regal and commanding presence.

Pokémon Sprites

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Front Default
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Back Default
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Front Shiny
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Back Shiny

Evolution Chain

Piplup - 393
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Prinplup - 394
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Min. Lvl 16

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Empoleon - 395
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Min. Lvl 36

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Flavor Text Entries

  • Diamond: It lives alone, away from others. Apparently, every one of them believes it is the most important.
  • Pearl: Its wings deliver wicked blows that snap even the thickest of trees. It searches for prey in icy seas.
  • Platinum: Because every PRINPLUP considers itself to be the most important, they can never form a group.
  • Heartgold: It lives a solitary life. Its wings deliver wicked blows that can snap even the thickest of trees.
  • Soulsilver: It lives a solitary life. Its wings deliver wicked blows that can snap even the thickest of trees.
  • Black: Because every Prinplup considers itself to be the most important, they can never form a group.
  • White: Because every Prinplup considers itself to be the most important, they can never form a group.
  • Black-2: Because every Prinplup considers itself to be the most important, they can never form a group.
  • White-2: Because every Prinplup considers itself to be the most important, they can never form a group.
  • X: It lives alone, away from others. Apparently, every one of them believes it is the most important.
  • Y: It lives a solitary life. Its wings deliver wicked blows that can snap even the thickest of trees.
  • Omega-Ruby: It lives alone, away from others. Apparently, every one of them believes it is the most important.
  • Alpha-Sapphire: It lives a solitary life. Its wings deliver wicked blows that can snap even the thickest of trees.
  • Legends-Arceus: It swims gracefully through the frigid sea and sings with a voice like the roaring tide. It has powerful, sturdy wings and dignity to match.