sawk

Sawk is a Fighting-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Fighting

Abilities:

• Sturdy: Prevents one-hit knockouts, allowing Sawk to endure attacks that would otherwise faint it from full health.
• Inner Focus: Prevents flinching, ensuring that Sawk can execute its moves without interruption.
• Mold Breaker (Hidden Ability): Allows Sawk to use moves without being affected by the opponent's abilities, such as Levitate or Sturdy.

Physical Characteristics:

• Sawk resembles a humanoid, blue-skinned martial artist.
• It has a lean, muscular build with a pronounced brow and a determined expression.
• Its attire consists of a light blue karate gi and a black belt, reflecting its fighting prowess.
• Sawk has three fingers on each hand and two toes on each foot, designed to optimize its fighting techniques.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Prefers mountainous regions and secluded areas where it can train without distractions.
• Known for its dedication to perfecting its martial arts skills, often seen practicing its moves in solitude.
• Forms a strong sense of discipline and focus, rarely seen engaging in activities unrelated to its training.
• Bonds closely with trainers who share its passion for strength and discipline.

In Battle:

• Sawk is a physical powerhouse, excelling in Attack and utilizing its impressive speed.
• Notable moves include Close Combat, Karate Chop, and Brick Break, all of which capitalize on its Fighting type.
• Strong against Normal, Rock, Steel, Ice, and Dark types due to its Fighting type moves.
• Vulnerable to Flying, Psychic, and Fairy types, which can exploit its weaknesses.

Evolution:

• Sawk does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon, remaining in its singular form throughout its life cycle.

Interesting Facts:

• Sawk is often compared to Throh, another Fighting-type Pokémon, as they both embody different martial arts disciplines.
• Known for its intense training regimens, Sawk can throw punches that are said to split the sea or crush boulders.
• Its design is influenced by traditional martial artists, including the color scheme that reflects the blue belts in martial arts.
• A frequently seen companion of martial artists in the Pokémon world, highlighting its role as a dedicated fighter.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: The sound of Sawk punching boulders and trees can be heard all the way from the mountains where they train.
• White: Tying their belts gets them pumped and makes their punches more destructive. Disturbing their training angers them.
• Black-2: Desiring the strongest karate chop, they seclude themselves in mountains and train without sleeping.
• White-2: Desiring the strongest karate chop, they seclude themselves in mountains and train without sleeping.
• X: Desiring the strongest karate chop, they seclude themselves in mountains and train without sleeping.
• Y: Tying their belts gets them pumped and makes their punches more destructive. Disturbing their training angers them.
• Omega-Ruby: Desiring the strongest karate chop, they seclude themselves in mountains and train without sleeping.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Tying their belts gets them pumped and makes their punches more destructive. Disturbing their training angers them.
• Sword: If you see a Sawk training in the mountains in its single-minded pursuit of strength, it’s best to quietly pass by.
• Shield: The karate chops of a Sawk that’s trained itself to the limit can cleave the ocean itself.