thundurus-therian

Thundurus Therian is an Electric/Flying-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Electric/Flying

Abilities:

• Volt Absorb: Restores HP when hit by an Electric-type move.

Physical Characteristics:

• Thundurus Therian Forme has a serpentine body with a blue coloration and cloud-like formations on its back and head.
• It features a long, snake-like tail with dark, angular spikes running down its length.
• Its eyes are yellow with dark blue sclera, and it has a fierce expression.
• A pair of sharp, white horns protrude from its head, adding to its intimidating appearance.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Thundurus, in its Incarnate Forme, is known to cause storms and travel across the skies, but in Therian Forme, it shows a more reserved yet powerful demeanor.
• It is often associated with thunderstorms and is believed to be a deity of lightning and storms in various regions.
• Thundurus is generally found in high-altitude areas or stormy regions where it can harness the power of the elements.

In Battle:

• Thundurus Therian is a versatile special attacker with high Special Attack and Speed stats.
• Known for its powerful Electric-type moves like Thunderbolt and Thunder, as well as Flying-type moves such as Hurricane.
• It can also learn moves like Grass Knot and Focus Blast to counter various types.
• Strong against Water and Flying-type Pokémon due to its Electric moves.
• Weak against Rock and Ice-type moves due to its Flying-type vulnerabilities.

Evolution:

• Thundurus does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon.
• It can transform between its Incarnate and Therian Formes with the use of the Reveal Glass.

Interesting Facts:

• Thundurus Therian and its counterparts, Tornadus and Landorus, are known as the Forces of Nature or the Kami Trio.
• It is based on the Fujin, the Japanese god of wind, and its Therian Forme resembles a dragon-like creature, possibly drawing inspiration from Eastern mythological beings.
• Thundurus Therian's entry into battle is often heralded by thunderclaps and lightning strikes, emphasizing its control over storms.
• It shares a special connection with Landorus and Tornadus, often depicted together in legends and mythologies within the Pokémon world.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: Countless charred remains mar the landscape of places through which Thundurus has passed.
• White: The spikes on its tail discharge immense bolts of lightning. It flies around the Unova region firing off lightning bolts.
• Black-2: As it flies around, it shoots lightning all over the place and causes forest fires. It is therefore disliked.
• White-2: As it flies around, it shoots lightning all over the place and causes forest fires. It is therefore disliked.
• X: The spikes on its tail discharge immense bolts of lightning. It flies around the Unova region firing off lightning bolts.
• Y: As it flies around, it shoots lightning all over the place and causes forest fires. It is therefore disliked.
• Omega-Ruby: The spikes on its tail discharge immense bolts of lightning. It flies around the Unova region firing off lightning bolts.
• Alpha-Sapphire: As it flies around, it shoots lightning all over the place and causes forest fires. It is therefore disliked.
• Legends-Arceus: They say this wielder of electricity has waged war with its nemesis, Tornadus, since time immemorial. The lightning bolts it hurls pierce the very earth and enrich the soil.

642 National

148 Original-Unova

199 Updated-Unova

232 Hisui