runerigus

runerigus

Attributes

  • Species: Runerigus
  • Base Experience: 169
  • Height: 16
  • Weight: 666
  • Is Default: True
  • Order: 1051
  • Base Happiness: 50
  • Capture Rate: 90
  • Color: Gray
  • Egg Groups: Mineral , Indeterminate
  • Gender Rate: 4
  • Has No Gender Differences
  • Hatch Counter: 25
  • Habitat:
  • Is Baby: False
  • Is Legendary: False
  • Is Mythical: False
  • Shape: Blob

Stats

  • HP
    58
  • Attack
    95
  • Defense
    145
  • Special Attack
    50
  • Special Defense
    105
  • Speed
    30

Abilities

Held items

    None

Summary

Runerigus is a Ground/Ghost-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII.

Type: Ground / Ghost

Abilities:

  • Wandering Spirit: When an opponent makes contact with Runerigus, this ability swaps their Ability with Runerigus's Wandering Spirit.

Physical Characteristics:

  • Runerigus resembles a large, fragmented stone tablet with a dark, spectral form that holds the pieces together.
  • The stone pieces form an eerie, ancient pattern that resembles a snake or serpent.
  • Its appearance is reminiscent of a runestone, with mysterious runic inscriptions on its surface.
  • It has a red, ghostly aura that seems to animate and control the stone fragments.

Behavior and Habitat:

  • Runerigus is typically found in ancient ruins and historical sites, often in areas with a rich cultural past.
  • It is a solitary Pokémon, believed to be the result of a Yamask that absorbs dark energy from a painting or other ancient artifact.
  • Known for its mysterious presence, it guards ancient secrets and curses those who disturb its resting place.

In Battle:

  • Runerigus is a defensive powerhouse, boasting high Defense and decent Special Defense.
  • It excels in using moves like Earthquake and Shadow Claw, benefiting from its dual typing.
  • Its ability, Wandering Spirit, can be strategically used to disrupt opponents by swapping abilities.
  • It is resistant to Bug, Rock, and Poison type moves, but vulnerable to Water, Grass, Ice, and Dark type moves.

Evolution:

  • Runerigus evolves from Galarian Yamask when it takes at least 49 HP in damage without fainting and then is brought to the Dusty Bowl in the Wild Area of Galar.

Interesting Facts:

  • Runerigus is based on the concept of ancient runestones and cursed artifacts, tying into its Ghost typing and eerie presence.
  • Its transformation from Galarian Yamask into Runerigus is unique, involving specific damage conditions and a particular location, reflecting its lore-rich background.
  • The inscriptions and patterns on Runerigus are said to tell a story, hinting at the Pokémon's origins and the curses it holds.
  • Unlike its Unovan counterpart, Cofagrigus, which resembles a sarcophagus, Runerigus's design emphasizes the historical and mystical elements of ancient ruins.

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

Yamask - 562
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Cofagrigus - 563
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Min. Lvl 34

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Runerigus - 867
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Moves

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

Flavor Text Entries

  • Sword: A powerful curse was woven into an ancient painting. After absorbing the spirit of a Yamask, the painting began to move.
  • Shield: Never touch its shadowlike body, or you’ll be shown the horrific memories behind the picture carved into it.

Pokedex

  • 867 National
  • 328 Galar

    • Cards

    Galarian Runerigus
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    Created by Tokiya for the Unknown Set set.

    Galarian Runerigus
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    Created by Shin Nagasawa for the Unknown Set set.

    Galarian Runerigus
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    Created by Keiichiro Ito for the Unknown Set set.