Xerneas is a Fairy-type Legendary Pokémon introduced in Generation VI.
Type: Fairy
Abilities:
- Fairy Aura: Powers up each Pokémon's Fairy-type moves.
- Xerneas does not have a hidden ability.
Physical Characteristics:
- Xerneas is a majestic, deer-like Pokémon.
- It has a dark blue body with highlights of black and gold.
- Its antlers are unique, being multicolored and resembling branches of a tree, which glow in seven colors.
- The antlers can spread out like a fan and shimmer with a radiant light.
- Its eyes are blue with X-shaped pupils, and it has four pairs of antlers that contribute to its regal appearance.
Behavior and Habitat:
- Xerneas is known to reside deep within forests, often in secluded, natural areas.
- It is said that it grants eternal life and can share its infinite energy.
- Legends say it has the power to revive forests and vegetation.
- When its life comes to an end, Xerneas releases all of its life energy and transforms into a tree to sleep for a thousand years.
In Battle:
- Xerneas is a powerful special attacker with strong defenses.
- Known for its signature move, Geomancy, which sharply raises its Special Attack, Special Defense, and Speed after a charge turn.
- Other notable moves include Moonblast, Dazzling Gleam, and Horn Leech.
- It is particularly strong against Dragon, Dark, and Fighting types but vulnerable to Poison and Steel types.
- Xerneas can be a formidable opponent due to its versatile movepool and powerful Fairy Aura ability.
Evolution:
- Xerneas is a standalone Pokémon and does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon.
Interesting Facts:
- Xerneas is one of the Legendary Pokémon that represents life.
- It is part of the Aura Trio, along with Yveltal and Zygarde.
- In the Pokémon X storyline, Xerneas is a central figure, believed to have the power to control life itself.
- Its design is inspired by the Eikþyrnir, a stag in Norse mythology, which stands on Valhalla and eats from the branches of the tree Læraðr.
- Xerneas's appearance in its Neutral Mode is thought to represent a dormant state, while its Active Mode is when it is using its powers.