Audino-Mega is the Mega Evolution of Audino, achievable through the use of a Mega Stone known as Audinite.
Type: Normal / Fairy
Abilities:
- Healer: May heal an ally's status conditions at the end of each turn, beneficial in double battles.
- Mega Ability: Healer remains its ability upon Mega Evolution, enhancing its support capabilities during battles.
Physical Characteristics:
- A pink, bipedal creature with a cream-colored belly and additional details in its Mega Evolution form.
- Long, ribbon-like feelers that extend from its ears, contributing to its enhanced auditory abilities.
- Larger, elaborate ears and a more pronounced bushy tail when in Mega Evolution form, adding to its majestic appearance.
Behavior and Habitat:
- Known for its nurturing and healing tendency, often seen caring for injured Pokémon and soothing their pain.
- Commonly found in urban settings, particularly near healthcare facilities such as Pokémon Centers, hospitals, or nursing homes, emphasizing its supportive role.
In Battle:
- Possesses exceptional special defense, serving as a formidable wall against special attackers due to its increased bulk.
- High HP stat allows it to effectively utilize healing moves and support its team with status-inflicting abilities like Wish or Toxic.
Evolution:
- Audino can Mega Evolve into Mega Audino using the Audinite, enhancing its abilities and physical form for a strategic advantage in battles.
Interesting Facts:
- Audino-Mega is uniquely the only Pokémon from the fifth generation to possess the Normal/Fairy typing.
- Introduced in Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, showcasing its enhanced form in these games.
- Upon Mega Evolution, its sense of hearing is amplified tenfold, allowing Audino-Mega to detect the faintest heartbeats and assess the health of other Pokémon with remarkable precision.