tapu-koko

Tapu Koko is an Electric/Fairy-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VII.

Type: Electric / Fairy

Abilities:

• Electric Surge: Activates Electric Terrain upon entering the battle, boosting the power of Electric-type moves and preventing Pokémon from falling asleep.
• Telepathy (Hidden Ability): Prevents damage from allies' moves during double battles.

Physical Characteristics:

• Tapu Koko is a guardian deity of the Alola region, resembling a bird with a humanoid shape.
• It has a striking yellow and orange color scheme with black accent markings.
• Its body is encased in a shell-like structure that resembles a rooster's face when closed.
• It has sharp, curved claws and a long tail, adding to its bird-like appearance.
• Tapu Koko's eyes are small and glowing, contributing to its mystical presence.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Tapu Koko is known to be curious and playful, often observing humans from a distance.
• It resides in the Melemele Island region of Alola, often associated with sacred places like Ruins of Conflict.
• Despite its mischievous nature, it is protective of its territory and will intervene to help those it deems worthy.
• The Pokémon's behavior is unpredictable, sometimes aiding trainers while other times merely observing battles.

In Battle:

• Tapu Koko is a versatile and speedy attacker, excelling in hit-and-run tactics.
• Signature moves include Nature's Madness, which halves the target's HP, and Dazzling Gleam, a powerful Fairy-type attack.
• It is strong against Water, Flying, and Dragon types, but vulnerable to Poison and Ground types.
• Its Electric Surge ability can significantly enhance its Electric-type moves, making it a formidable opponent in battle.

Evolution:

• Tapu Koko does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon. It is one of the four guardian deities of the Alola region.

Interesting Facts:

• Tapu Koko is considered a deity in Alola and is one of the four Tapu Pokémon, each protecting a different island.
• It is known for its incredible speed and ability to summon Electric Terrain, which is unique to its species.
• Tapu Koko has a strong connection to the Z-Move "Guardian of Alola," which deals massive damage to opponents.
• In the Pokémon anime, Tapu Koko takes a particular interest in Ash and his Pikachu, offering him a Z-Ring to encourage him to compete in the Alola trials.

This comprehensive summary provides an overview of Tapu Koko, highlighting its unique attributes and significance within the Pokémon world.

Level Up

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Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Sun: This guardian deity of Melemele is brimming with curiosity. It summons thunderclouds and stores their lightning inside its body.
• Moon: It confuses its enemies by flying too quickly for the eye to follow. It has a hair-trigger temper but forgets what made it angry an instant later.
• Ultra-Sun: Although it’s called a guardian deity, if a person or Pokémon puts it in a bad mood, it will become a malevolent deity and attack.
• Ultra-Moon: The lightning-wielding guardian deity of Melemele, Tapu Koko is brimming with curiosity and appears before people from time to time.

785 National

285 Original-Alola

120 Original-Melemele

383 Updated-Alola

150 Updated-Melemele