togedemaru

Attributes

Togedemaru is an Electric/Steel-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VII.

Type: Electric/Steel

Abilities:

Iron Barbs: Inflicts damage on contact with attackers.
Lightning Rod (Hidden Ability): Draws in all Electric-type moves to boost Special Attack.

Physical Characteristics:

Togedemaru is a small, round Pokémon resembling a hedgehog or porcupine.
Its body is primarily gray with a white belly and features a yellow marking on its back that resembles a lightning bolt.
It has small, triangular ears with black insides, and its cheeks have yellow circles.
Togedemaru's back is covered in sharp spikes that it can raise when threatened.

Behavior and Habitat:

Togedemaru is known to live in areas with high altitudes, often found near power lines or electric sources.
It uses its spikes to attract and gather electricity, storing it as a defense mechanism.
This Pokémon is social and can often be seen forming groups to protect themselves from predators.
Togedemaru is playful and energetic, making it popular among trainers who appreciate its lively nature.

In Battle:

Togedemaru is a versatile battler, often used as a support Pokémon in doubles due to its ability to redirect Electric-type moves with Lightning Rod.
It is effective against Water and Flying types, thanks to its Electric attacks.
Its signature moves include Zing Zap, a physical Electric-type attack that can cause flinching, and Iron Head, a Steel-type move with similar flinch potential.
Togedemaru's dual typing makes it resistant to a variety of moves but leaves it vulnerable to Ground-type attacks.

Evolution:

Togedemaru does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon, making it a standalone species.

Interesting Facts:

Togedemaru's design and abilities are inspired by a hedgehog's ability to roll into a ball as a defensive measure.
It is sometimes referred to as the "Roly-Poly Pokémon" due to its round shape and rolling behavior.
Togedemaru made its anime debut in the Alola region, where it is often seen accompanying trainers on their journeys.
Its name is derived from the Japanese words "togemaru" (to roll up) and "maru" (round), highlighting its spherical appearance and defensive capabilities.

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Sun: The spiny fur on its back is normally at rest. When this Pokémon becomes agitated, its fur stands on end and stabs into its attackers.
Moon: The long hairs on its back act as lightning rods. The bolts of lightning it attracts are stored as energy in its electric sac.
Ultra-Sun: When it’s surprised or agitated, the 14 fur spikes on its back will stand up involuntarily.
Ultra-Moon: Its capacity to produce electricity is somewhat limited, so it gets charged up by letting lightning strike it!
Sword: With the long hairs on its back, this Pokémon takes in electricity from other electric Pokémon. It stores what it absorbs in an electric sac.
Shield: When it’s in trouble, it curls up into a ball, makes its fur spikes stand on end, and then discharges electricity indiscriminately.