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Zapdos Galar is a Fighting/Flying-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII.

Type: Fighting / Flying

Abilities:

• Defiant: Boosts the Pokémon's Attack stat sharply when its stats are lowered.
• Hidden Ability - Inner Focus: Protects the Pokémon from flinching.

Physical Characteristics:

• Zapdos Galar has a striking appearance with predominantly orange plumage and black, jagged wings.
• It has strong, muscular legs designed for powerful kicks, and its talons are sharp and formidable.
• Unlike its Kantonian counterpart, this Zapdos does not have the same electric attributes and instead takes on a more avian raptor-like appearance, emphasizing its Fighting type.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Zapdos Galar is known to inhabit the rugged, mountainous regions of the Galar region, particularly areas with challenging terrain that test its physical prowess.
• It is a solitary creature, often seen patrolling its territory with an authoritative presence.
• Known for its speed and agility, it uses its powerful legs to launch high into the sky and descend rapidly upon its prey.

In Battle:

• Zapdos Galar is a formidable physical attacker, utilizing its high Attack stat to overwhelm opponents.
• Signature move: Thunderous Kick, which not only deals damage but also lowers the target's Defense, making it more vulnerable to subsequent attacks.
• Strong against Bug, Fighting, and Grass types due to its dual typing, but needs to be cautious of Electric, Ice, and Psychic moves.
• Often utilized in battle for its ability to lower opponent stats and capitalize on its own Attack boosts.

Evolution:

• Zapdos Galar does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon, similar to its Kantonian form.
• It is one of the regional variants of the Legendary Bird Pokémon, exclusive to the Crown Tundra expansion of Pokémon Sword and Shield.

Interesting Facts:

• Zapdos Galar is inspired by the concept of a flightless bird, drawing parallels to a roadrunner or ostrich in its appearance and style of movement.
• It diverges greatly from the Electric-themed Zapdos of Kanto, showcasing the diverse adaptability of Legendary Pokémon.
• Its design and abilities emphasize speed and combat prowess, making it a fascinating specimen among the Legendary birds of the Pokémon world.

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• Red: A legendary bird Pokémon that is said to appearfrom clouds while dropping enormous lightning bolts.
• Blue: A legendary bird Pokémon that is said to appearfrom clouds while dropping enormous lightning bolts.
• Yellow: This legendary bird Pokémon is said to appearwhen the sky turns dark and lightning showers down.
• Gold: This legendary bird Pokémon causes savagethunderstorms by flapping its glit­ tering wings.
• Silver: This legendary bird Pokémon is said to appearonly when a thun­ dercloud parts into two halves.
• Crystal: Legendary bird Pokémon. They say lightning causedby the flapping of its wings causes summer storms.
• Ruby: ZAPDOS is a legendary bird Pokémon that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds.The Pokémon gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts.
• Sapphire: ZAPDOS is a legendary bird Pokémon that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds.The Pokémon gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts.
• Emerald: ZAPDOS is a legendary bird Pokémon that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds. It gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts.
• Firered: One of the legendary bird Pokémon. While it is flying, it makes crackling and snapping sounds.
• Leafgreen: A legendary bird Pokémon that is said to appear from clouds while dropping enormous lightning bolts.
• Diamond: A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.
• Pearl: A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.
• Platinum: A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.
• Heartgold: This legendary bird Pokémon causes savage thunderstorms by flapping its glittering wings.
• Soulsilver: This legendary bird Pokémon is said to appear only when a thundercloud parts into two halves.
• Black: A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.
• White: A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.
• Black-2: A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.
• White-2: A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.
• X: A legendary bird Pokémon that is said to appear from clouds while dropping enormous lightning bolts.
• Y: A legendary Pokémon that is said to live in thunderclouds. It freely controls lightning bolts.
• Omega-Ruby: Zapdos is a legendary bird Pokémon that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds. The Pokémon gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Zapdos is a legendary bird Pokémon that has the ability to control electricity. It usually lives in thunderclouds. The Pokémon gains power if it is stricken by lightning bolts.
• Lets-Go-Pikachu: This legendary bird Pokémon is said to appear when the sky turns dark and lightning showers down.
• Lets-Go-Eevee: This legendary bird Pokémon is said to appear when the sky turns dark and lightning showers down.
• Sword: This Pokémon has complete control over electricity. There are tales of Zapdos nesting in the dark depths of pitch-black thunderclouds.
• Shield: Zapdos is a legendary bird Pokémon. It’s said that when Zapdos rubs its feathers together, lightning will fall immediately after.

145 National

145 Kanto

236 Original-Johto

241 Updated-Johto

152 Kalos-Coastal

145 Letsgo-Kanto

203 Crown-Tundra