Summary
- Game Freak introduced Mega Evolutions in Pokemon X and Y, including powerful versions like Mega Mewtwo X.
- Ultra Beasts like Nihilego and Pheromosa have unique stats and abilities, making them formidable opponents in battles.
- Kartana's high Attack stat of 181 makes it a strong offensive Pokemon, while Guzzlord boasts the highest Health stat of 223.
Game developer Game Freak has introduced numerous new gameplay mechanics throughout the Pokemon franchise. For instance, in the Pokemon X and Y generation, Mega Evolutions were introduced, evolving fan-favorite Pokemon into more powerful versions, such as Mega Mewtwo X, which has the highest attack stat of any Pokemon.
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Pokemon Sun and Moon and their sequels, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, introduced Ultra Beasts to Generation 7 of the Pokemon games. Ultra Beasts are extraterrestrial Pokemon living in ultra space that enter the Alola region through wormholes. Ultra Bests are exceptionally powerful pocket monsters and have a high stat range. Most Ultra Beasts have the same combined stats of 570, apart from Poipole, which totals 420. Regardless, some Ultra Beasts are simply better than others in their specialized stats.
7 Nihilego
Highest Special Defense Stat (131)
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HP |
109 |
|---|---|
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Attack |
53 |
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Defense |
47 |
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Special Attack |
127 |
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Special Defense |
131 |
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Speed |
103 |
Nihilego, the parasite Pokemon, is an Ultra Beast with a unique Rock and Poison typing. Nihilego is a jellyfish-like creature, and is known to feed off of both Pokemon and people. While seemingly harmless at first glance, it poses a significant threat in combat. Players can capture it at various locations.
Nihilego has a varied moveset due to its typing, learning moves such as Mirror Coat at level 60, and Head Smash at level 70. A particularly beefy Pokemon, it has the highest Special Defense of its Ultra-Beast counterparts, with a Special Defense stat of 131.
6 Pheromosa
Highest Speed Stat (151)
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HP |
71 |
|---|---|
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Attack |
137 |
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Defense |
37 |
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Special Attack |
137 |
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Special Defense |
37 |
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Speed |
151 |
The Ultra Beast with the highest Speed (151), Pheromosa is known to run at an extreme pace. A bug with the Fighting typing, it can learn powerful moves such as High Jump kick at level 70. While not the best defensive Pokemon, with a very low base Defense of 37, it has a strong Attack and Special Attack of 137, making it one of the more offensive Ultra Beasts players will encounter.
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Pheromosa clocks in at a base Speed stat of 151, placing it in the top three quickest Pokemon ever, and making it easily the fastest Ultra Beast.
5 Kartana
Highest Attack Stat (181)
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HP |
59 |
|---|---|
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Attack |
181 |
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Defense |
131 |
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Special Attack |
59 |
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Special Defense |
31 |
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Speed |
109 |
Kartana, the drawn sword Pokemon, is a katana-inspired Ultra Beast with unique Grass and Steel typing. According to its Pokedex entry, Kartana can easily cut steel, making it a formidable offensive opponent with a staggering 181 Attack stat.
This Ultra Beast also has a high Defense stat, making it great at countering other defensive moves. Nevertheless, it lacks special stats, making it susceptible to special moves such as Flamethrower.
4 Xurkitree
Highest Special Attack Stat (173)
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HP |
83 |
|---|---|
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Attack |
89 |
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Defense |
71 |
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Special Attack |
173 |
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Special Defense |
71 |
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Speed |
83 |
Resembling a plug and electricity wires, Xurkitree stands out among its peers due to its base Special Attack of 173. Xurkitree comes in at number six on the list of highest special attack Pokemon, underneath legendary Pokemon such as Mewtwo Y, Rayquaza, and Kygore.
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This Ultra Beast can learn moves such as Zap Cannon and Thunderbolt. Aside from its Special Attack, Xurkitree is mediocre in all other stats, with numerous weaknesses, making it a bit of a one-trick pony.
3 Guzzlord
Highest Health Stat (223)
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HP |
223 |
|---|---|
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Attack |
101 |
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Defense |
53 |
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Special Attack |
97 |
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Special Defense |
53 |
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Speed |
43 |
Guzzlord is one of the most popular Ultra Beasts. Weighing an impressive 888 kilograms with a Health stat of 223, Guzzlord is the Pokemon v ersion of a walking tank. A guzzler by nature, this Ultra Beast consumes everything it can get its hands on and has a varied moveset, learning abilities such as Dragon Rush.
Guzzlord has the fourth-highest Health out of all Pokemon, but surprisingly comes in second place as the heaviest Ultra Beast, with Celesteela hitting the scales at a shocking 999 kilograms.
2 Stakataka
Highest Defense Stat (211)
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HP |
61 |
|---|---|
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Attack |
131 |
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Defense |
211 |
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Special Attack |
53 |
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Special Defense |
101 |
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Speed |
13 |
While not an attacking powerhouse, Stakataka, also known as the rampart Pokemon, is a literal fortification with a Defense stat of 211. Stakataka is a Rock and Steel-type, learning moves such as Stealth Rock at level 65 and Double Edge at level 70.
Despite its rock steady defense, this Ultra Beast has a poor Health stat of just 61 and a timid Speed stat of 13. While lacking in the speed department, this Ultra Beast has one of the coolest-looking shiny variations: a bright gold color.
1 Celesteela
Heaviest Ultra Beast (999 kg)
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HP |
97 |
|---|---|
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Attack |
101 |
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Defense |
103 |
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Special Attack |
107 |
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Special Defense |
101 |
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Speed |
61 |
While having the same overall stats as most of its Ultra Beast counterparts, Celesteela is the most balanced, with most stats sitting above 100. Celesteela has a high Attack stat of 101, a Defense stat of 103, and a Special Attack and Defense of 107 and 103, respectively.
This Ultra Beast does not lack in the health department either, with an HP of 97. While Celesteela has impressive stats, it is also the heaviest Pokemon ever, but that's not surprising considering it resembles a space rocket.
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