Galarian Forms

Explore the fascinating Galarian Forms of Pokémon in Sword and Shield! See which familiar faces have new types, abilities, and even evolutions in the Galar region.

Hey there! So, you're diving into Pokémon Sword and Shield, huh? Awesome! One of the cool new things they added are these things called Galarian Forms. Basically, some Pokémon you might already know have gotten a bit of a makeover when they show up in the Galar region. They can have totally different types, abilities, and sometimes even evolve into something new!

It's pretty neat because it gives familiar Pokémon a fresh twist. You might think you know a Pokémon inside and out, but then BAM! It shows up in Galar with a whole new set of tricks.

Let's check out some of the Pokémon that have these special Galarian Forms:

• Zigzagoon, Linoone: These guys are now Dark/Normal type and can have abilities like Pickup, Gluttony, or Quick Feet.
• Meowth: This classic Pokémon is now a Steel type with abilities like Pickup, Tough Claws, or Unnerve.
• Farfetch’d: Get ready for a Fighting-type Farfetch’d! It comes with Steadfast or Scrappy.
• Stunfisk: This one's a Ground/Steel type with the Mimicry ability.
• Corsola: A Ghost-type Corsola! Its abilities are Weak Armor or Cursed Body.
• Weezing: Weezing is now Poison/Fairy and has Levitate, Neutralizing Gas, or Misty Terrain.
• Yamask: This Ghost Pokémon is now a Ground/Ghost type with the Wandering Spirit ability.
• Ponyta: You'll find a Psychic-type Ponyta here, with abilities like Run Away, Pastel Veil, or Anticipation.
• Rapidash: Its Galarian evolution is Psychic/Fairy and has Run Away, Pastel Veil, or Anticipation.
• Mr. Mime: This one's an Ice/Psychic type with Vital Spirit, Screen Cleaner, or Ice Body.
• Darumaka: Now an Ice-type Pokémon, it can have Hustle or Inner Focus.
• Darmanitan: Its Galarian form is also Ice-type, boasting Gorilla Tactics or Zen Mode.
• Slowpoke: The iconic Slowpoke is here with Psychic typing and abilities like Gluttony, Own Tempo, or Regenerator.

But wait, there's more! Some of these Galarian Forms can even evolve into brand new Pokémon that you won't find anywhere else. It's like getting a whole new set of Pokémon to discover!

Here are the Galarian Evolutions you can find:

• Obstagoon: This is what Galarian Linoone evolves into. It's a Dark/Normal type with abilities like Reckless, Guts, or Defiant.
• Perrserker: Galarian Meowth evolves into this Steel-type Pokémon, which has Battle Armor, Tough Claws, or Steely Spirit.
• Sirfetch’d: Galarian Farfetch’d evolves into this Fighting-type Pokémon, keeping Steadfast or Scrappy.
• Cursola: Galarian Corsola evolves into this Ghost-type Pokémon with Weak Armor or Perish Body.
• Runerigus: This is the evolution of Galarian Yamask, a Ground/Ghost type with the Wandering Spirit ability.
• Mr. Rime: Galarian Mr. Mime evolves into this Ice/Psychic type, featuring Tangled Feet, Screen Cleaner, or Ice Body.

Keep an eye out for these unique forms as you travel through Galar – they can really shake up your team dynamics!