mantyke
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Summary
Mantyke is a Water/Flying-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.
Type: Water / Flying
Abilities:
- Swift Swim: Doubles the Pokémon's Speed stat in rain.
- Water Absorb: Restores HP if hit by a Water-type move.
- Water Veil (Hidden Ability): Prevents the Pokémon from getting a burn.
Physical Characteristics:
- Mantyke resembles a small, manta ray with a flat, disc-like body.
- It has a blue top with a white underbelly, and a pair of large, black eyes.
- A distinctive pattern on its back includes two circular marks and a curved line, resembling a smiling face.
- Mantyke has wing-like fins and a long tail that helps it glide through the water.
Behavior and Habitat:
- Mantyke is known for its friendly and playful nature.
- It often swims near the ocean surface or coral reefs and is frequently seen leaping out of the water.
- Mantyke is fond of interacting with other Pokémon and humans, often seen swimming alongside divers.
- It is typically found in warm, tropical ocean regions.
In Battle:
- Mantyke exhibits strong defensive capabilities, particularly with high Special Defense.
- Notable moves include Bubble Beam, Air Slash, and Aqua Ring.
- It is effective against Ground and Fighting types due to its Flying type but is vulnerable to Electric and Rock moves.
- Mantyke benefits from using Rain Dance to activate its Swift Swim ability, enhancing its speed.
Evolution:
- Mantyke evolves into Mantine when leveled up with a Remoraid in the party.
- This evolution reflects the symbiotic relationship between Mantine and the remora fish, which Remoraid resembles.
Interesting Facts:
- Mantyke's design is inspired by the real-life manta ray, known for its graceful swimming.
- In the Pokémon world, the relationship between Mantyke and Remoraid mirrors real-world symbiotic relationships.
- Mantyke first appeared in the Pokémon Diamond and Pearl games, enriching the aquatic Pokémon roster with its unique dual-type.
- Known for its gentle disposition, Mantyke is often depicted in the anime as a friend to water-themed trainers and Pokémon alike.
Pokémon Sprites
Front Default
Back Default
Front Shiny
Back Shiny
Evolution Chain
Moves
Level Up
- Level 1: Tackle
- Level 1: Water Gun
- Level 1: Bubble
- Level 4: Supersonic
- Level 10: Bubble Beam
- Level 13: Headbutt
- Level 19: Agility
- Level 22: Wing Attack
- Level 28: Water Pulse
- Level 29: Roost
- Level 31: Take Down
- Level 36: Air Slash
- Level 37: Confuse Ray
- Level 40: Bounce
- Level 46: Aqua Ring
- Level 47: Double Edge
- Level 49: Hydro Pump
TM/HM
Breeding
Other
Flavor Text Entries
- Diamond: A friendly Pokémon that captures the subtle flows of seawater using its two antennae.
- Pearl: Scientists discovered that the distinctive patterns on its back differ by region.
- Platinum: People organize tours to see this Pokémon frolic and skim the tops of waves with REMORAID.
- Heartgold: When it swims close to the surface of the ocean, people aboard ships are able to observe the pattern on its back.
- Soulsilver: When it swims close to the surface of the ocean, people aboard ships are able to observe the pattern on its back.
- Black: People organize tours to see this Pokémon frolic and skim the tops of waves with Remoraid.
- White: People organize tours to see this Pokémon frolic and skim the tops of waves with Remoraid.
- Black-2: The pattern on its back varies by region. It often swims in a school of Remoraid.
- White-2: The pattern on its back varies by region. It often swims in a school of Remoraid.
- X: The pattern on its back varies by region. It often swims in a school of Remoraid.
- Y: When it swims close to the surface of the ocean, people aboard ships are able to observe the pattern on its back.
- Omega-Ruby: The pattern on its back varies by region. It often swims in a school of Remoraid.
- Alpha-Sapphire: When it swims close to the surface of the ocean, people aboard ships are able to observe the pattern on its back.
- Ultra-Sun: It’s highly friendly and easily tamed. Tours that take people swimming with Mantyke are a super-popular beach activity.
- Ultra-Moon: Mantyke are friendly toward people and will approach boats closely. The patterns on their backs differ depending on their habitat.
- Sword: Mantyke living in Galar seem to be somewhat sluggish. The colder waters of the seas in this region may be the cause.
- Shield: It swims along with a school of Remoraid, and they’ll all fight together to repel attackers.
- Legends-Arceus: Though ball-like in shape, this Pokémon is a proficient swimmer. I have discovered that if a Mantyke spends much time with schools of Remoraid, it will eventually achieve evolution.