prinplup

Prinplup is a Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.

Type: Water

Abilities:

• Torrent: Powers up Water-type moves when the Pokémon's HP is low.
• Defiant (Hidden Ability): Boosts the Pokémon's Attack stat sharply when its stats are lowered.

Physical Characteristics:

• Medium-sized, penguin-like Pokémon
• Predominantly blue with white underparts
• Possesses a distinctive yellow crest on its head
• Has two stubby wings and a short tail
• Features a beak and sharp claws on its flipper-like feet

Behavior and Habitat:

• Commonly found in icy regions and near cold bodies of water
• Known to be solitary and prefers to live alone
• Displays pride and a sense of superiority over other Pokémon
• Often seen polishing its feathers to maintain its appearance

In Battle:

• Balanced between Attack and Special Attack
• Signature moves: Bubble Beam, Metal Claw, Aqua Jet
• Strong against Fire, Ground, and Rock types
• Weak against Electric and Grass types
• Benefits from strategy involving its Torrent ability, boosting Water moves when health is critical

Evolution:

• Evolves from Piplup starting at level 16
• Evolves into Empoleon starting at level 36

Interesting Facts:

• The middle evolutionary stage of the Piplup line
• Name may derive from "prince" and "plumage," reflecting its regal appearance
• Known for its prideful nature, it's often depicted as a leader among its peers
• In the Pokémon anime, Dawn's Piplup evolves into Prinplup, showcasing its growth in battle skills and determination

Prinplup stands out as a proud and independent Pokémon, often seen as a symbol of elegance and power among Water-types. Its evolution into the formidable Empoleon further emphasizes its regal and commanding presence.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Diamond: It lives alone, away from others. Apparently, every one of them believes it is the most important.
• Pearl: Its wings deliver wicked blows that snap even the thickest of trees. It searches for prey in icy seas.
• Platinum: Because every PRINPLUP considers itself to be the most important, they can never form a group.
• Heartgold: It lives a solitary life. Its wings deliver wicked blows that can snap even the thickest of trees.
• Soulsilver: It lives a solitary life. Its wings deliver wicked blows that can snap even the thickest of trees.
• Black: Because every Prinplup considers itself to be the most important, they can never form a group.
• White: Because every Prinplup considers itself to be the most important, they can never form a group.
• Black-2: Because every Prinplup considers itself to be the most important, they can never form a group.
• White-2: Because every Prinplup considers itself to be the most important, they can never form a group.
• X: It lives alone, away from others. Apparently, every one of them believes it is the most important.
• Y: It lives a solitary life. Its wings deliver wicked blows that can snap even the thickest of trees.
• Omega-Ruby: It lives alone, away from others. Apparently, every one of them believes it is the most important.
• Alpha-Sapphire: It lives a solitary life. Its wings deliver wicked blows that can snap even the thickest of trees.
• Legends-Arceus: It swims gracefully through the frigid sea and sings with a voice like the roaring tide. It has powerful, sturdy wings and dignity to match.