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 Posted: Fri Nov 17, 2006 8:43 pm
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Posted: Sat May 12, 2007 11:36 am
 National Dex: #387 A small plant grows on it's head, similar to Bulbasaur and Chikorita. The plant will wilt when Turtwig is thirsty, so it usually lives near a water supply. Interesting Fact: 'Turtwig' comes from the english words 'Turtle' and 'Twig'
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:20 pm
#388 Grotle Interesting Fact: The name Grotle is a portmanteau of the words grove and turtle. The Japanese name Hayashigame is a combination of the Japanese words for forest (林, hayashi?) and turtle (亀, kame?). Pokedex Entry: Grotle lives alongside water in forests. During the daytime, it leaves the forests to let the trees on its shell take in sunlight. Its shell is also strengthened by soil. Very slow and gentle, they only battle when needed, and in battle they will fight valiantly for the trainer. These are Pokémon who come to eat the seeds which have already grown into trees. Its main colors are brown and green. It resembles a snapping turtle, Ankylosaurus or Stegosaurus. Owned By: Whysperwind, Dezaki
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:22 pm
#389 Torterra Interesting Fact: The name Torterra is a portmanteau of the words tortoise and terra. Its Japanese name Dodaitose is a portmanteau of the Japanese word for foundation (土台, dodai?) and the English word tortoise (トータス, tōtasu?). Pokedex Entry: Torterra possess a giant, flat-looking shell that resembles those of the ankylosaurs. The rim of the shell is white and above their heads is a diamond-shaped extension of the rim. Torterra carry on their shells an enormous tree with soil nearby and three mountain peaks on its back, giving the impression that one is looking at a landscape from a distance. Their bodies are bulky and seem to be too big for their shells. Their bulk no longer allows them to withdraw into their shells as easily as they could as Turtwig, though it gives a sufficient amount of protection from foes. Their main body colors are a dull green on their backs and heads with a brown underbelly and legs. Torterra have several vertical lines running across their backs, though they have fewer lines going across their bellies. They bear two large spikes that jut out of the sides of their heads, making it look somewhat like an Ankylosaurus. Torterra's eyes are intimidating, encircled by a black ring and bearing small red pupils. Their mouth is jagged and at the end of their snout is a dark brown beak, giving them the appearance of a snapping turtle. Their thick, tree trunk-like legs are massive and powerful in order to hold up their enormous, heavy bodies. They bear three toes on each of their legs and appear as if they are actually jagged stones. Their shell is the basis of their classification as the Continent Pokémon, befitting not only for their shell's appearance, but also for the size of Torterra's actual body. Despite their great size, these Pokémon are peaceful in nature and enjoy being with others of their own kind, preferring to bask in sunlight as they do not like to fight. When immobile, they look as if they are part of the ground upon which they rest, not as though they were a sleeping Pokémon. Because of this appearance, there are occasions when small Pokémon will gather and build nests on the shell of a stationary Torterra. When Torterra do move, they often move in herds in search of water. These herds give the impression of a moving forest. Torterra is the heaviest of all the final evolved starters, and the second tallest, coming in only behind Feraligatr. Owned By: No one yet
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:29 pm
#390 Chimchar Interesting Fact: The name Chimchar is a portmanteau of the English words chimpanzee and charcoal, while the Japanese name Hikozaru may be a portmanteau of the Japanese words for fire (火, hi), child (子, ko) and monkey (猿, saru). Pokedex Entry: Chimchar are based on chimpanzees. Being very agile, Chimchar are able to climb the rocky ledges of tall mountains, where they live. The flames on their rears are produced by burning gas in their stomachs. Chimchar also has a swirl-like symbol on the chest. The flames do not go out in the rain, and, unlike the tail flames of Charmander, those of Chimchar go out when they go to sleep. Despite being based on chimpanzees, Chimchar's "cry" is actually much more similar to that of a spider monkey. Owned By: Dragonfly395, Chilled Taco, Bloody_Hell_266, Pirate_of_an_artist, CrystaLiger, Freshy, WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS, PinkieKitty
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:30 pm
#391 Monferno Interesting Fact: The name Monferno is a portmanteau of the words monkey and inferno. The Japanese name Moukazaru is a portmanteau of the Japanese words for roaring flames (猛火, mōka) and monkey (猿, saru). Pokedex Entry: Much of Monferno's hair is a bright orange color. Monferno now has a tail, unlike its previous form Chimchar. Its tail is similar to those of Charmander, Charmeleon, Charizard and Magmar due to the flames at the tips. This flame is often used as a weapon. When threatened, Monferno increases the size of its flame in order to appear larger than it really is, which is useful in scaring off attacking foes. It has white hair around its neck and gold arm bands. The blue-and-red markings on its face are similar to those of a Mandrill, an animal on which Monferno may be based. Owned By: No one yet
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:31 pm
#392 Infernape Interesting Fact: The name Infernape is a portmanteau of the words inferno and ape. The Japanese name Goukazaru is a portmanteau of the Japanese words for hell-fire (業火, gōka) and monkey (猿, saru). Pokedex Entry:Infernape's body is a brownish-red color and it has a large flame on its head; this flame burns throughout Infernape's entire life. The tail flame it had as a Monferno has disappeared, and Infernape wears a gold chest ring in place of a chest plate. It also has gold shoulder pads, knee pads and wrist bands. The blue and red markings it had on its forehead as a Monferno have now changed to a deep blood-red color. Its hands, feet, and inner ears are blue. It uses its hands and feet to pull off special fighting attacks. Infernape uses a unique fighting style that utilizes all of its limbs. It is most competitive when it comes to speed. It is the shortest in height of the fully-evolved main series starter Pokémon to date, being only 3 feet and 11 inches tall, although this can be due to the fact that it is always standing in a crouching position. It is mainly based on the Sun Wukong or otherwise known as Monkey King; also his name seems to represent this, as the Japanese interpretation of his name is Son Goku. Infernape also may be a bit based on Hanuman the Monkey God of Hindu mythology. Owned By: No one yet
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:37 pm
#393 Piplup Interesting Fact: The name Piplup may be a pun on the onomatopoeia plop, the sound of something hitting water, and plump. Its name may also be a reference toward the character Pip from Charles Dickens's Great Expectations or the onomatopoeia peep peep, the sound young chicks make. Its Japanese name Pochama is a portmanteau of the Japanese words referring to splashing in water (ぽちゃぽちゃ, pochapocha) and children from wealthy or upper classes (おぼっちゃま, obotchama). This refers to its stuck-up attitude, and the fact that it is a Water-type Pokémon that splashes and plays in water. The name Piplup refers to the species as a whole, as well as individual specimens in the games, anime and manga. Pokedex Entry:Characterized as penguins, Piplup have a layer of fine down covering their bodies that protects them from frigid waters as well as hot temperatures. Piplup have a dark to normal blue collar on its neck with two white buttons placed on its belly. Despite their cute appearance, Piplup are very proud Pokémon that dislike receiving food from their trainers. They are based upon emperor penguin chicks when first hatched. Owned By: Androgynous Dusk, crystalfox_11, demon ninja 14, ms_fantasy_girl, Darkness_Chii, ` m e r a n i i, Mystikvision, KaibaCorp CEO
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:42 pm
#394 Prinplup Interesting Fact: The name Prinplup is a portmanteau of the words prince and plup, which may be a portmanteau of the words plump and plop, an onomatopoeia for something hitting water. Its Japanese name Pottaishi is a portmanteau of the Japanese words referring to splashing in water (ぽちゃぽちゃ, pochapocha?) and crown prince (皇太子, kōtaishi?). Pokedex Entry:In appearance, Prinplup resembles a Fiordland Penguin. The particular blue coloration of its body makes it appear to be wearing a coat; the white circular patterns on its belly resemble buttons(Now four). It also has a distinct dual crest on its head resembling a tiara or a crown. In addition to its royal appearance, each colony appears to be founded by a single individual, as each one considers itself to be the most important one. Prinplup's most effective weapons are its flippers, which are strong enough to snap a tree in two. A single strike could be deadly. Owned By: No one yet
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:43 pm
#395 Empoleon Interesting Fact: The English name Empoleon is a portmanteau of the word emperor, referring to the species of Emperor penguins, and the name Napoleon, referring to Napoleon Bonaparte. Empoleon's Japanese name, Emperte, similarly, is a portmanteau of the word emperor and the name Bonaparte. Pokedex Entry:Empoleon resembles both the Royal Penguin and the Emperor Penguin, but more so the latter. It has metallic edges on its wings and three claws underneath. The appearance of its body gives the impression that it is wearing a tuxedo. On its head, Empoleon has three distinct horns resembling a trident, a symbol associated with the Greek god of the sea, Poseidon. The length of the three horns extending from the beak symbolize an Empoleon's strength; generally, the longer the horns are, the stronger the Pokémon is. Empoleon can swim at the speed of a jet boat, and the tips of its wings are so sharp that it is said they can destroy entire slabs of drift ice. Owned By: No one yet
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:44 pm
#396 Starly Interesting Fact:Starly's name is a contracted form of starling (compare to Pidgey). The Japanese name Mukkuru is a portmanteau of the Japanese words for White-cheeked Starling (椋鳥, mukudori) and an onomatopoeic word describing a bird's call (クルクル, kurukuru). Pokedex Entry:Starly resembles a starling, hence its classification as the Gray Starling or White-cheeked Starling, Sturnus cineraceus. Much like real starlings, these Pokémon live in noisy flocks with numerous members in each. However, it becomes less prominent when one is alone. On top of Starly's head is a small feather tuft that would grow into a large crest when it reaches its final evolution. The female's forehead coloring is smaller than that of the male. This is the Sinnoh version of Pidgey, Hoothoot, and Taillow. Owned By: Tasdel
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:45 pm
#397 Staravia Interesting Fact: The name Staravia derives from the English words starling and avian. Staravia's Japanese name, Mukubird, is a portmanteau of the Japanese word for White-cheeked Starling (椋鳥, mukudori) and the English word bird. Pokedex Entry: Staravia resembles a White-cheeked Starling. Its most prominent feature is the curled crest on its head, similar to that of a lapwing. It has a black and orange colored beak like a quail. You can make out an "M" in the center of his chest, resembling the first letter of its Japanese name. The forehead markings of female Staravia are smaller than those of the male. Owned By: No one yet
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:46 pm
#398 Staraptor Interesting Fact: The name Staraptor is a portmanteau of the words starling and raptor. Its Japanese name is a portmanteau of the Japanese word for the white-cheeked starling (椋鳥, mukudori), and the English word hawk. Pokedex Entry: Staraptor resembles a cross between a large gray and white starling and a hawk. It also somewhat resembles a horned owl. Its most prominent feature is its long downward crest which looks like a much larger head to terrify enemies. You can make out an "M" in the center of his chest, resembling the first letter of its Japanese name. It has a sharper-shaped head and more robust build than its predecessors. The circle on a Staraptor's forehead is smaller in females of the species. Owned By: No one yet
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:47 pm
#399 Bidoof Interesting Fact: The name Bidoof is likely a portmanteau of beaver and doofus. Its Japanese name Bippa is a portmanteau of the words beaver and overbite (出っ歯, deppa). Pokedex Entry: It is called the Plump Mouse Pokémon because of its round cheeks and tail, which give it cute appeal. It has a sweet expression, but, despite its appearance, it is quick to move. Owned By: Dezaki
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:48 pm
#400 Bibarel Interesting Fact: The name Bibarel is a portmanteau of the words beaver and barrel, due to its plumpness. Bibarel could also be an americanization of Bibaru which is the Japanese pronunciation of Beaver. Bibarel's Japanese name, Beadull is derived from beaver, referring to the animal it is based on, and 樽 (taru), meaning barrel, and possibly dull, as well. Pokedex Entry: Bibarel resembles a beaver with a plump brown body and a thick, flat tail. On this tail are wave-like patterns in a lighter tan color, similar to its small underbelly. The fur on its face sticks out in round balls. Male Bibarel "masks" are bone-shaped, while female Bibarel "masks" lack the lower half, as seen in the picture. Owned By: No one yet
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