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#28 Sandslash

Interesting Fact: The name Sandslash is a portmanteau of the words sand and slash. Its name in Japanese means "Sandstorm". Its name in the beta versions of the games was Sandstorm.
Pokedex Entry: Sandslash is a moderately large, bipedal porcupine or pangolin-like creature with hard yellow skin, lengthy claws, and a back loaded with an assemblage of large brown spikes. These spikes are hardened sections of Sandslash’s hide that grow to form a natural self-defense. Each spike remains on Sandslash for one year, after which it falls off and a new spike grows in its place. Many people have noted that Sandslash bears a resemblance to Sonic the Hedgehog.

Sandslash is a resilient creature that lives in desert areas, particularly areas close to dry forests. It is commonly seen either climbing up trees or digging into the dusty ground, both activities which it is suited for thanks to its claws. However, though its claws are strong, they are not indestructible; they occasionally snap when Sandslash digs at an incredibly fast pace. The claws will have started to grow back by the next day, though. The most notable behavior that Sandslash performs to cope with its environment is its method of curling up its body to become in essence a ball covered with large spikes, much like the hedgehog, armadillo, or pangolin . Sandslash rolls up so that the spikes shade its inner body from the sun and therefore prevent heatstroke that can result from the scorching heat that accompanies daytime in the desert.

Sandslash is a fully-armed predator when dealing with other Pokémon in the desert areas that form its natural environment. When attacked, Sandslash rolls up into its spherical guise and its spikes arrange to form its defense, after which the Pokémon will either roll away to escape or roll towards the opponent to attack. When trying to flee in this manner, Sandslash exerts specific force on the ground to kick up small-but-blinding dust clouds in its wake, hoping to discourage other Pokémon from following it. When attacking in this manner, though, Sandslash proves itself adept at making the opponent flinch with the spikes of its rolling body just before uncoiling itself and hacking with its claws. It prefers attacking from higher elevations when targeting prey.
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#30 Nidorina

#32 Nidoran ♂

Interesting Facts: Nidoran♂ (ニドラン♂, Nidoran♂?) is one of 493 fictional species of Pokémon in the Pokémon franchise. Prior to the introduction of genders in the Pokémon video games, this Pokémon, its evolutions, and the Nidoran♀ evolutionary family were the only Pokémon whose genders were made explicit. Male Nidoran have larger horns than the females.
The name Nidoran♂ follows the same conventions as those of the other Pokémon in the Nidoran family. "Nido" is the Japanese word for 'two times' or 'two degrees', which is indicative of the differences in the genders of the species. "Nido" is also the Nipponicized pronunciation of "needle", which Nidoran♂ are covered in. "Ran" may derive from pacarana, a South American type of rodent. It evoles into a Nidorino then into a Nidoking.
Poke'dex Entry: Nidoran♂ has a well-developed sense of hearing due to its large ears. Nidoran♂ can raise its ears to check surroundings, after which it would move them in many directions to detect danger.

Before the concept of Pokémon gender was introduced in Gold and Silver, Nidoran♀, Nidoran♂, and their evolutions were the only Pokémon that were identified by gender. The Nidoran are the only Pokémon prior to the release of Pokémon Diamond and Pearl to have gender-specific evolutions; for the purposes of the games, however, the two genders have always been treated as distinct species with separate Pokédex entries for both themselves and their evolved forms.

A Shiny Nidoran♂, and all of it's evolutions are blue, to show colors of the opposite gender.

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#45 Nidoking

Interesting Facts: The name Nidoking is likely derived from the pronunciation of needle, since the Pokémon are all covered in many needle-like barbs or spines, and king.

Poke'dex Entry: Nidoking is a large, powerful (like a large purple tank) creature armed for battle. Its horn, hard enough to pierce a diamond, contains secreted venom, making it a deadly stabbing tool upon prey and Pokémon battle opponents, and its thick tail packs enormously destructive power capable of toppling a metal transmission tower. It uses its tail to smash down its target, then constrict it to break its bones. Nidoking's steel-like hide adds to its powerful tackle, so once it goes on a rampage, there is no stopping this powerful Pokémon.

Nidoking is the masculine equivalent to Nidoqueen, and as such is more aggressive, stronger, and has a tougher array of spikes. That, along with its drastically different coloring, is therefore eligible for separate classification from Nidoqueen in the Pokedex.

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#36 Clefable

Interesting Facts: Clefable's name is a portmanteau of the words clef and fable. Its name in the beta versions of the games was Ariala. Clefable's Japanese name, Pixy, refers to the mythical pixie. The name Clefable refers to the species as a whole, as well as to individual specimens in the games, anime, manga, trading cards, and other media. It evoles from a Clefairy and a Cleffa.

Poke'dex Entry: Clefable’s appearance is rather similar to Clefairy’s. It is larger than its pre-evolved form, with prominent ears and a pair of jagged wings on its back. Its feet have two claws each. Clefable inhabit remote mountainous areas and generally any environment that has sufficiently little ambient noise. Clefable’s hearing is extremely sensitive - it is said that it can discern the sound of a pin falling 1,100 yards away, so it is averse to living in areas with sound pollution (compare with Whismur).

Clefable are also extremely timid, and rarely seen in the wild. They avoid all contact with outsiders. Even sensing the presence of others in the area (which is fairly easy thanks to their prodigious hearing) will cause it to run and hide immediately. They will, however, come into the open on quiet, moonlit nights to take a stroll on a lake.

Clefable’s wings are probably not fit for real flight, but they allow it to move in a skipping, bouncy manner as if it was walking on the moon’s surface. They can even walk across the water’s surface this way, so when it takes the aforementioned stroll on the lake, it literally takes a stroll on the lake. Clefable’s wings, its hovering walk, its timidity and elusiveness have led them to be categorized as a type of fairy in the Pokémon world

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#38 Ninetales

Interesting Facts: Ninetales is inspired by a Japanese fox spirit, the kitsune. As a kitsune grows older, it gains more tails; the kyūbi-no-kitsune is a fox demon with nine tails, the most a kitsune can get (except for Inari, who is sometimes depicted as a ten-tailed kitsune). So, too, is Ninetales the most experienced fox Pokémon. Much like a kitsune, Ninetales is very clever and sinister. Also like the kitsune, when Vulpix evolves into a Ninetales, Vulpix's red fur turns pale yellow. If the Vulpix is shiny (gold), it will turn silver.

The name Ninetales is a reference to Ninetales' nine tails. The name is also a reference to a Chinese myth of a nine-tailed fox spirit who serves under Nuwa, and the Japanese. Ninetales' Japanese name, Kyukon, is probably a portmanteau of the Japanese word for nine (九, kyū?) and kon, which comes from kon kon, an onomatopoeia describing the bark of a fox. In the beta, it was known as Nine Tales.

Poke'dex Entry: Ninetales is very intelligent, but vengeful; Ninetales have been recorded going to extreme lengths to enact complicated revenge on those that offend or harm them, like putting a 1,000 year curse on anyone who pulls on its tails. They (as well as Vulpix) have good senses of smell, hearing, and sight. A Ninetales is believed to have 9 hidden abilities, which would be one for each of its nine tails that it has. They are Pokémon who have an extremely good sense of justice, along with being quite strong and long-living; however, their logic which is quite good becomes twisted quite easily.

Ninetales is the second longest-lived of all Pokémon (Rayquaza being the longest living and possibly rock types).

Its signature attacks derive from two flame sacs located in the neck, which project from two ports on the back of the mouth. Although its flame is not as hot as other species (such as the Flareon), it can project flame for a longer period of time than most species (with the notable exception of the Charizard). If these flame sacs are punctured, the Pokémon suffers a fate similar to liver failure if not quickly treated.

Ninetales, as a species, have a weak point when it comes to the young; in the Pokémon universe, tales of Ninetales helping children (and their parents, if present) out of blazing buildings or through harsh winter climates are common. They also perform the same courtesy for baby Pokémon. However, they do not raise Pokémon of other species, nor humans, any more often than a normal animal.

According to legend, nine noble saints were united and reincarnated into this Pokémon. Some legends claim that each of its nine tails has its own unique type of special power. They are attributed with many mystical powers: laying curses, mind control, the ability to control fire, invisibility, and more. However, these reports are only mentioned sporadically, if at all.

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#40 Wigglytuff

Interesting Facts: The name, Wigglytuff is a portmanteau of wiggly and tuff, which could be a deliberate misspelling of tough or tuft. It evoles from a Jigglypuff and a Igglybuff

Poke'dex Entry: Wigglytuff is a relatively large pink balloon-like creature with a white underbelly, large blue saucer-like eyes, a pair of large pink ears like a rabbit, and a twisty tuft of pink hair on its forehead. In fact, it's remarkably similar to its pre-evolved form, Jigglypuff, except the ears have grown longer and it now maintains an "oval" shape. Wigglytuff's eyes are always covered by a thin layer of tears, so that if any dust gets into Wigglytuff’s eyes, it is quickly washed away.

Wigglytuff’s body is soft and full of elasticity, like rubber, allowing the Pokémon to breathe in air heavily to inflate itself to large sizes. This it does particularly when it is angered or threatened, and it inflates itself steadily and seemingly without end to both intimidate the offender and prepare itself to battle it. Since it is adept at attacking with a Body Slam, the opponent would do well not to be complacent. However, once inflated, Wigglytuff can easily find itself bouncing like a balloon, limiting its ability to battle. It also inflates to a monstrously large size to scare away attackers.

Wigglytuff has a layer of supple fur on its body fine enough that it cannot be seen unless very up close. The fur has become a popular aspect of Wigglytuff on its own; it has been described as exquisitely pleasant and the ultimate in luxuriousness. People who have felt Wigglytuff’s fur have had a hard time stopping feeling it because it feels so heavenly. In fact, some people attest that sleeping next to a Wigglytuff is simply divine. Even the Pokémon find the fur irresistible; If two Wigglytuff are to snuggle together, they will not want to be separated.

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#42 Golbat

Interesting Facts: The name Golbat may derive from the words goal and bat. It can also be accepted as a reference to the villain Golden Bat of the tokusatsu Jinzo Ningen Kikaider series, or the actual species Golden Bat (Mimon bennettii).

Golbat appear to be large, blue bats whose heads constitute their full bodies, have two tiny legs, two small eyes and huge, gaping black mouths with fangs.

Poke'dex Entry: Golbat is a fierce nocturnal Pokémon, residing in the darkness of caves, and is most active in the pitch black of night, especially if the moon is in its new phase. It is widely known and despised for its feeding behavior: Sucking fresh blood from living things in large quantities. Once it has found a living target, it attacks in a stealthy manner, often striking without warning from behind, to harshly bite down on its prey with its four sharp fangs strong enough to puncture the hide of any animal-like Pokémon, however strong the hide might be. It then proceeds to drink ten ounces of blood instantly. Golbat enjoys blood so much that it does not want to stop, even though a lot of blood will weigh it down enough so that, if it is able to even fly afterwards, it flies clumsily.

Surprisingly, after each attack and feeding sequence, Golbat’s own blood type changes into that of its victim. Once it strikes, it will not stop draining energy from the victim even if it gets too heavy to fly.[3] The female's fangs are smaller than the male's.


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