Articuno
Articuno is an Ice/Flying type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1.
Articuno has a Galarian Form, introduced in the Crown Tundra Expansion Pass to Pokémon Sword/Shield.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0144 |
|---|---|
| Type | Ice Flying |
| Species | Freeze Pokémon |
| Height | 1.7 m (5′07″) |
| Weight | 55.4 kg (122.1 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Pressure Snow Cloak (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0144 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0235 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0144 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0240 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0151 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0144 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0202 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
| EV yield | 3 Sp. Def |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 3 (0.4% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 35 (lower than normal) |
| Base Exp. | 290 |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Undiscovered |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 80 (20,304–20,560 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 90 | 290 | 384 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Defense | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Sp. Atk | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
| Sp. Def | 125 | 229 | 383 | |
| Speed | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Total | 580 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0144 |
|---|---|
| Type | Psychic Flying |
| Species | Cruel Pokémon |
| Height | 1.7 m (5′07″) |
| Weight | 50.9 kg (112.2 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Competitive |
| Local № | 0144 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0235 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0144 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0240 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0151 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0144 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0202 (The Crown Tundra) |
Training
| EV yield | 3 Sp. Atk |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 3 (0.4% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 35 (lower than normal) |
| Base Exp. | 290 |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Undiscovered |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 120 (30,584–30,840 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 90 | 290 | 384 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Defense | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Sp. Atk | 125 | 229 | 383 | |
| Sp. Def | 100 | 184 | 328 | |
| Speed | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
| Total | 580 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
- Articuno does not evolve.
Articuno changes
- In Generation 1, Articuno has a base Special stat of 125.
- In Generations 1-4, Articuno has a base experience yield of 215.
- In Generations 5-7, Articuno has a base experience yield of 261.
- In Generation 2, Articuno has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
Articuno
| Red Blue |
A legendary bird POKéMON that is said to appear to doomed people who are lost in icy mountains. |
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| Yellow | A legendary bird POKéMON. It freezes water that is contained in winter air and makes it snow. |
| Gold | The magnificent, seemingly translucent wings of this legendary bird POKéMON are said to be made of ice. |
| Silver | One of the legendary bird POKéMON, it chills moisture in the atmosphere to create snow while flying. |
| Crystal | Legendary bird POKéMON. As it flies through the sky, it cools the air, causing snow to fall. |
| Ruby Sapphire Emerald |
ARTICUNO is a legendary bird POKéMON that can control ice. The flapping of its wings chills the air. As a result, it is said that when this POKéMON flies, snow will fall. |
| FireRed | One of the legendary bird POKéMON. With its long tail trailing behind, its flying form is magnificent. |
| LeafGreen | A legendary bird POKéMON that is said to appear to doomed people who are lost in icy mountains. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
A legendary bird Pokémon. It can create blizzards by freezing moisture in the air. |
| HeartGold | The magnificent, seemingly translucent wings of this legendary bird Pokémon are said to be made of ice. |
| SoulSilver | One of the legendary bird Pokémon, it chills moisture in the atmosphere to create snow while flying. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
A legendary bird Pokémon. It can create blizzards by freezing moisture in the air. |
| X | A legendary bird Pokémon. It can create blizzards by freezing moisture in the air. |
| Y | A legendary bird Pokémon that is said to appear to doomed people who are lost in icy mountains. |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Articuno is a legendary bird Pokémon that can control ice. The flapping of its wings chills the air. As a result, it is said that when this Pokémon flies, snow will fall. |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
A legendary bird Pokémon. It freezes water that is contained in winter air and makes it snow. |
| Sword | It’s said that this Pokémon’s beautiful blue wings are made of ice. Articuno flies over snowy mountains, its long tail fluttering along behind it. |
| Shield | This Pokémon can control ice at will. Articuno is said to live in snowy mountains riddled with permafrost. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
This legendary bird Pokémon can create blizzards by freezing moisture in the air. |
Galarian Articuno
| Sword | Its feather-like blades are composed of psychic energy and can shear through thick iron sheets as if they were paper. |
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| Shield | Known as Articuno, this Pokémon fires beams that can immobilize opponents as if they had been frozen solid. |
Moves learned by Articuno
Moves learnt by level up
Articuno does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Articuno does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Articuno cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Articuno learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| 1 | Gust | Flying | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Mist | Ice | — | — | |
| 5 | Powder Snow | Ice | 40 | 100 | |
| 10 | Reflect | Psychic | — | — | |
| 15 | Ice Shard | Ice | 40 | 100 | |
| 20 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 25 | Ancient Power | Rock | 60 | 100 | |
| 30 | Tailwind | Flying | — | — | |
| 35 | Freeze-Dry | Ice | 70 | 100 | |
| 40 | Roost | Flying | — | — | |
| 45 | Ice Beam | Ice | 90 | 100 | |
| 50 | Snowscape | Ice | — | — | |
| 55 | Hurricane | Flying | 110 | 70 | |
| 60 | Haze | Ice | — | — | |
| 65 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 | |
| 70 | Sheer Cold | Ice | — | 30 |
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gust | Flying | 40 | 100 | |
| 5 | Confusion | Psychic | 50 | 100 | |
| 10 | Reflect | Psychic | — | — | |
| 15 | Hypnosis | Psychic | — | 60 | |
| 20 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 25 | Ancient Power | Rock | 60 | 100 | |
| 30 | Tailwind | Flying | — | — | |
| 35 | Psycho Cut | Psychic | 70 | 100 | |
| 40 | Recover | Normal | — | — | |
| 45 | Freezing Glare | Psychic | 90 | 100 | |
| 50 | Dream Eater | Psychic | 100 | 100 | |
| 55 | Hurricane | Flying | 110 | 70 | |
| 60 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
| 65 | Future Sight | Psychic | 120 | 100 | |
| 70 | Trick Room | Psychic | — | — |
Egg moves
Articuno does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Articuno is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 04 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 07 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 11 | Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 | |
| 25 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 27 | Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | ∞ | |
| 32 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 34 | Icy Wind | Ice | 55 | 95 | |
| 40 | Air Cutter | Flying | 60 | 95 | |
| 46 | Avalanche | Ice | 60 | 100 | |
| 47 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 49 | Sunny Day | Fire | — | — | |
| 50 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 51 | Sandstorm | Rock | — | — | |
| 52 | Snowscape | Ice | — | — | |
| 60 | U-turn | Bug | 70 | 100 | |
| 65 | Air Slash | Flying | 75 | 95 | |
| 70 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 74 | Reflect | Psychic | — | — | |
| 75 | Light Screen | Psychic | — | — | |
| 85 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 97 | Fly | Flying | 90 | 95 | |
| 103 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 113 | Tailwind | Flying | — | — | |
| 124 | Ice Spinner | Ice | 80 | 100 | |
| 130 | Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| 135 | Ice Beam | Ice | 90 | 100 | |
| 143 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 | |
| 152 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 160 | Hurricane | Flying | 110 | 70 | |
| 163 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 164 | Brave Bird | Flying | 120 | 100 | |
| 171 | Tera Blast | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 172 | Roar | Normal | — | — | |
| 174 | Haze | Ice | — | — | |
| 187 | Icicle Spear | Ice | 25 | 100 | |
| 193 | Weather Ball | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 197 | Dual Wingbeat | Flying | 40 | 90 | |
| 204 | Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
| 212 | Triple Axel | Ice | 20 | 90 | |
| 216 | Feather Dance | Flying | — | 100 |
Articuno sprites
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Where to find Articuno
| Red Blue Yellow |
Seafoam Islands |
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| Gold Silver Crystal |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ruby Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Seafoam Islands |
| Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Platinum | Roaming Sinnoh |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Seafoam Islands |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y |
Sea Spirit's Den, Roaming Kalos |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Ultra Space Wilds |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Seafoam Islands |
| Sword Shield Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Articuno questions
- What is a good moveset for Articuno?
- What is a good moveset for Galarian Articuno?
- What is the best ball to use when catching Articuno, Moltres and Zapdos?
- If articuno, moltres and zapdos are related to winter, spring and summer, where's the autumn bird?
- What are the movesets of Platinum's 3 roaming legendary birds?
- I have started with a Froakie so will I find a Articuno,Zapdos or Moltres after become the champion?
- Where do I find the bird trio on Pearl and Platinum(without Wi-Fi)?
- How many times do I have to encounter Articuno before going to Sea Spirit's Den?
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Other languages
| English | Articuno |
|---|---|
| Japanese | フリーザー (Freezer) |
| German | Arktos |
| French | Artikodin |
| Italian | Articuno |
| Spanish | Articuno |
| Korean | 프리져 (peurijyeo) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 急冻鸟 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 急凍鳥 |
| English |
Freeze Pokémon Cruel Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | れいとうポケモン れいこくポケモン |
| German | Eis-Pokémon Gefühlskälte-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Glaciaire Pokémon Implacable |
| Italian | Pokémon Gelo Pokémon Sanguefreddo |
| Spanish | Pokémon Congelar Pokémon Calculador |
| Korean | 냉동포켓몬 냉혹포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 冰冻宝可梦 冷酷宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 冰凍寶可夢 冷酷寶可夢 |
Name origin
- arctic
- icy region around the North Pole
- uno
- Spanish for ‘one’