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Encyclopedia > Articuno
Articuno

National Pokédex
Snorlax - Articuno (#144) - Zapdos

Johto Pokédex
Blastoise - Articuno (#235) - Zapdos
Japanese name Freezer
Evolves from None
Evolves into None
Generation First
Species Freeze Pokémon
Type Ice / Flying
Height 5 ft 7 in (1.7 m)
Weight 122.1 lb (55.4 kg)
Ability Pressure

Articuno (フリーザー Furīzā?, Freezer in original Japanese language versions) is one of the 493 fictional species of Pokémon creatures from the multi-billion-dollar[1] Pokémon media franchise – a collection of video games, anime, manga, books, trading cards and other media created by Satoshi Tajiri. Its main purpose in the games, as with all other Pokémon, is to battle both "wild" Pokémon, untamed creatures encountered while the player passes through various environments, and "tamed" Pokémon that are owned by Pokémon trainers. From Pokémon. ... This is a complete list of Pokémon which appear in the National Pokédex as of Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. ... Snorlax Kabigon in original Japanese language versions) are one of the 493 fictional species of Pokémon creatures from the multi-billion-dollar[1] Pokémon media franchise – a collection of video games, anime, manga, books, trading cards and other media created by Satoshi Tajiri. ... Zapdos , Thunder in original Japanese language versions) is a fictional character in the Pokémon franchise. ... This article or section does not cite any references or sources. ... Blastoise , Kamex in original Japanese language versions) is one of the 493 fictional species of Pokémon creatures from the multi-billion-dollar[1] Pokémon media franchise – a collection of video games, anime, manga, books, trading cards and other media created by Satoshi Tajiri. ... Zapdos , Thunder in original Japanese language versions) is a fictional character in the Pokémon franchise. ... A series of screenshots depicting Abra evolving into Kadabra In the fictional Pokémon universe, evolution ) is a change in form of a Pokémon, usually accompanied by an increase in statistic values. ... The official Pokémon logo. ... The official Pokémon logo. ... In physics and chemistry, freezing is the process whereby a liquid turns to a solid. ... // Pokémon types are special attributes, based partly on, and expanded from, the Classical elements, which determine the strengths and weaknesses of different Pokémon species. ... // Pokémon types are special attributes, based partly on, and expanded from, the Classical elements, which determine the strengths and weaknesses of different Pokémon species. ... // Pokémon types are special attributes, based partly on, and expanded from, the Classical elements, which determine the strengths and weaknesses of different Pokémon species. ... A foot (plural: feet or foot;[1] symbol or abbreviation: ft or, sometimes, ′ – a prime) is a unit of length, in a number of different systems, including English units, Imperial units, and United States customary units. ... IN or in may stand for: India ISO country code Indiana state code Indium In symbol for the chemical element Intelligent network a telecommunications architecture Car designation for Ingolstadt Inch In Nomine Look up IN in Wiktionary, the free dictionary This is a disambiguation page — a navigational aid which lists... The metre or meter is a measure of length. ... The pound (abbreviations: lb or, sometimes in the United States, #) is a unit of mass in a number of different systems, including various systems of units of mass that formed part of English units, Imperial units, and United States customary units. ... The U.S. National Prototype Kilogram, which currently serves as the primary standard for measuring mass in the U.S. It was assigned to the United States in 1889 and is periodically recertified and traceable to the primary international standard, The Kilogram, held at the Bureau International des Poids et... The Pokémon series of role-playing video games features many different concepts and items. ... Japanese  ) is a language spoken by over 130 million people, in Japan and Japanese emigrant communities around the world. ... This is a complete list of Pokémon which appear in the National Pokédex as of Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. ... The official Pokémon logo. ... A media franchise is an intellectual property involving the characters, setting, and trademarks of an original work of media (usually a work of fiction), such as a film, a work of literature, a television program, or a video game. ... Namcos Pac-Man was a hit, and became a universal phenomenon. ... The main cast of the anime Cowboy Bebop (1998) (L to R: Spike Spiegel, Jet Black, Ed Tivrusky, Faye Valentine, and Ein the dog) For the oleo-resin, see Animé (oleo-resin). ... Manga )   (pl. ... A book is a set or collection of written, printed, illustrated, or blank sheets, made of paper, parchment, or other material, usually fastened together to hinge at one side, and rots your brain. ... Various trading cards A trading card (or collectible card) is a small card which is intended for trading and collecting. ... Satoshi Tajiri , born on August 28, 1965) is a Japanese electronic game designer and the creator of Pocket Monsters, better known as Pokémon. ... The player characters, Red (male) and Leaf (female), of FireRed and LeafGreen. ...


Articuno is one of the three winged mirages along with Zapdos and Moltres. The name "Articuno" originates from the word "Arctic", because it is an ice-type, and from the Spanish word "uno", meaning "one", because it is numerically the first of the three winged mirages. Its Japanese name is 'Freezer' spelled phonetically. Legendary Pokémon ), sometimes known as legendaries or mirage Pokémon ), are characters in the Pokémon franchise. ... Zapdos , Thunder in original Japanese language versions) is a fictional character in the Pokémon franchise. ... Moltres , Fire in original Japanese language versions) is a fictional character in the Pokémon franchise. ... The official Pokémon logo. ... Phonetics (from the Greek word phone = sound/voice) is the study of speech sounds (voice). ...


This Pokémon's appearance is based on the Arabic Anka myth[citation needed], which is that of a giant Arctic bird. The bird is similar to the phoenix as it is known to resurrect itself and appear to doomed people in the mountains.

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Biological characteristics

Articuno is the avian embodiment of freezing cold. It appears to be a large bird with blue plumage, white talons, a bluish-white-feathered chest, a three feathered crest adorning its head, and an elegant, sparkling beautiful long tail. The crest and tail are slightly darker in colour compared to its body and its beak and legs are almost lilac-blue. Its eyes are red.


Articuno can create and manipulate ice freely. Its translucent wings are imbued with the essence of frigidity, and the flapping of its wings chills the air, causing the conversion of water particles in the air into snow or ice. Therefore, it is believed that when this Pokémon flies overhead, snow will fall. To be able to freeze water with heat producing movement proves that Articuno is one of the coldest Pokémon in existence and appears to be able to control its body temperature as it does not freeze the air while idle. It is believed by many that Articuno resides within the confines of icy mountains, because those who have seen it were often doomed explorers scaling such mountains, and therefore it is believed Articuno makes it a point to appear before them and save them, since it is not a malevolent creature.


Articuno may have been somewhat based on the real-life Resplendent Quetzal with a similar long tail and crest, and also the Anka, a mythical bird similar to the Phoenix that has powers associated with ice. Binomial name Pharomachrus mocinno (De la Llave, 1832) Ref: ITIS 553589 For other uses, see Resplendent Quetzal (disambiguation). ... The phoenix from the Aberdeen Bestiary. ...


In the video games

Articuno is available in the Red and Blue versions (and their enhanced remakes) and Yellow, alongside the other two, Zapdos and Moltres. It is located in the Seafoam Islands. As with most any other Legendary Pokémon, Articuno is unique, and the player has only one chance to capture it. Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue are the first two installments of the Pokémon series of role-playing video games, released for the Game Boy in Japan in 1996 and they are two of the best-selling video games of all time. ... This article does not adequately cite its references or sources. ... Pokémon Yellow: Special Pikachu Edition is the fourth game in the Pokémon video game series in Japan, and the third in North America and Europe. ... Zapdos , Thunder in original Japanese language versions) is a fictional character in the Pokémon franchise. ... Moltres , Fire in original Japanese language versions) is a fictional character in the Pokémon franchise. ...


In Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen, Articuno is found at the lowest level of the Seafoam Islands Cave. It is surrounded by strong water rapids and can be reached only when the player, using the HM move Strength pushes and drops round boulders into black potholes. The boulders, on falling, block the flowing water, which then becomes safe to swim in. Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen are games in the world famous Pokémon video game series. ...


It is also a Shadow Pokémon owned by Grand Master Greevil in Pokémon XD. It is hard to catch because it is legendary, and it is owned by Greevil, the Cipher boss. Articuno also appears as both a boss and a playable character in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon. Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team ) and Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team ) are a matched pair of Pokémon games for the Game Boy Advance and Nintendo DS, respectively. ...


Articuno also appears in Pokémon Snap, in the Cave level. Playing the Pokeflute near a pair of slumbering Jynx causes them to chant a spell to hatch an egg containing Articuno. Articuno circles the cavern before flying out above the player. If players threw Pester Balls at a Zubat earlier in the level to free a Pikachu it is holding, Pikachu will be riding on Articuno's back as it exits the cave and they fly off. Pokémon Snap ) is a video game developed by HAL Laboratory and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64. ... Jynx , Rougela in original Japanese language versions) is a character in the Pokémon franchise, originally introduced in Pokémon Red and Blue. ... Zubat ) is one of 493 fictional species of Pokémon in the Pokémon franchise. ... Pikachu ) are one of the 493 fictional species of Pokémon creatures from the multi-billion-dollar[1] Pokémon media franchise—a collection of video games, anime, manga, books, trading cards, and other media created by Satoshi Tajiri. ...


In the Super Smash Bros. series

Articuno makes a cameo appearance in Super Smash Bros. Melee as one of the Pokémon in the Pokéball item. When it comes out, it will freeze anyone close to it using Sheer Cold and fly away. It is also available as a Super Smash Bros. Melee trophy. It is one of the Pokémon in the Legendary Pokémon event. Super Smash Bros. ... In the fictional world of the Pokémon video games and anime television series, a Poké Ball (known as Monster Ball or Monsuta-bo-ru in Japan) is a spherical device used by Pokémon Trainers to capture new Pokémon and store them when they are not in use. ...


In the Pokémon manga

In Pokémon Adventures in Chapter 25, Articuno appeared as a winged mirage of ice to the hero, Red. Red and his Pokémon teammates went in search for this winged mirage, Articuno. Gyarados was now a new member of Red's Pokémon (original trainer: Misty), but was stopped by the evil hands of Team Rocket, Red and his Pokémon partners had to defeat Team Rocket and manage to save this legendary Articuno in a fight before they plan to steal her from him, their plan backfired as Gyarados accidentally broke the ice, causing Articuno to break free in the iceberg to save both Red and Gyarados from Team Rocket's Muk finishing them, but it was frozen by its ice beam attack. In the end, Red and his teammates thought they had failed to save the legendary Articuno and become their new partner. (in this comic, Gyarados falls in love with the legendary Pokémon, Articuno). This article or section is incomplete and may require expansion and/or cleanup. ... The official Pokémon logo. ... The official Pokémon logo. ... Gyarados ) is a fictional sea monster in the Pokémon series of games. ... Muk , Betbeton) is a fictional character from the Pokémon franchise. ...


In Chapter 26, Articuno as a legendary had turned to dark side in the hands of Team Rocket's three henchmen, Koga the Ninja, as well as the other two winged mirages: Zapdos for LT. Surge (perfect match for his electric Pokémon) and Moltres for Sabrina (immortal soul and mind of inferno) to challenge Red, Blue and Green. In the end, the trio successfully defeated the combined three evil winged mirages. The three winged mirages are finally freed from the evil hands of Team Rocket, Red (main protagonist) takes his last look at the beautiful winged mirage, he learnt about the beauty of this legendary Articuno as it flies off. It turned out to be a female-like legendary Pokemon. The official Pokémon logo. ... The official Pokémon logo. ... The official Pokémon logo. ... The official Pokémon logo. ...


In Chapter 179, Articuno appears again to be Green's Pokémon protagonist as well as the other two, as the trio of winged mirages and their human mistress, Articuno once again help Red and his partners to save the day from destruction of Ho-Oh and Lugia's attack, as he rides on her back as they flew off, Green face off against Pryce's two of his best henchmen, Will and Karen (Elite Four leaders) as well as new two legendary giant-sized Pokémon, Lugia and Ho-Oh, the evil duo try to defeat them, but failed as many Pokémon came to rescue as they attacked both legendary Pokémon so that they could release from the evil control,. In the end, Green summons back her three Legendary Pokémon as Red gave her back her Pokémon, Blastoise and his friend/rival Blue for Charizard. The official Pokémon logo. ... Ho-Oh , Houou in original Japanese language versions) is one of the 493 fictional species of Pokémon creatures from the Pokémon media franchise. ... Lugia )[2] is one of the 493 fictional species from the Japanese Pokémon media franchise. ... Lugia )[2] is one of the 493 fictional species from the Japanese Pokémon media franchise. ... Ho-Oh , Houou in original Japanese language versions) is one of the 493 fictional species of Pokémon creatures from the Pokémon media franchise. ...


In Chapter 180, Articuno makes a cameo appearance (cut comic scene) in the ending chapter, like Green's winged mirages traded her Pokémon data to Crystal as she does the same, like Red's Articuno for Crystal's Suicune, Green's Moltres for Silver's Entei and Blue's Zapdos for Gold's Raikou (not really trading in the trading centre). Although Articuno was also appears as a guest appearance along with the other two winged mirages, she could make another appearance in Ruby & Sapphire. The official Pokémon logo. ... The official Pokémon logo. ...


In Magical Pokémon Journey, a female Articuno is also featured as a friendly legendary Pokémon like the original character in the other game version, it appears as a female challenger as she wears an apron to challenge Pikachu, Jigglypuff and Clefairy in her challenge by eating 50 snowcones, but loses the contest, so she doesn't grant them any wish to free Hazel, Almond and Squirtle. Although Articuno changes her mind and decides to free them instead, at the end of this comic, she takes them all home by having them sit on her back safely and puts them off as she flies away to say "goodbye". To meet Wikipedias quality standards and the Pokémon Collaborative Projects article style, this Pokémon-related article or section may require cleanup. ... A full length apron An apron is an outer protective garment that covers primarily the front of the body. ... Pikachu ) are one of the 493 fictional species of Pokémon creatures from the multi-billion-dollar[1] Pokémon media franchise—a collection of video games, anime, manga, books, trading cards, and other media created by Satoshi Tajiri. ... Jigglypuff Purin in original Japanese language versions) are one of the 493 fictional species of Pokémon creatures from the multi-billion-dollar[1] Pokémon media franchise – a collection of video games, anime, manga, books, trading cards and other media created by Satoshi Tajiri. ... Clefairy Pippi in original Japanese language versions) are one of the 493 fictional species of Pokémon creatures from the multi-billion-dollar[1] Pokémon media franchise – a collection of video games, anime, manga, books, trading cards and other media created by Satoshi Tajiri. ... This article is about the tree; for other meanings of hazel, see Hazel (disambiguation). ... Binomial name (Mill. ... Squirtle Zenigame in original Japanese language versions) is one of the 493 fictional species of Pokémon creatures from the multi-billion-dollar[1] Pokémon media franchise – a collection of video games, anime, manga, books, trading cards and other media created by Satoshi Tajiri. ...


In the Pokémon anime

Articuno first appeared in Pokémon: The Movie 2000 together with the other two winged mirages. Lawrence III created a battle between them, and Ash Ketchum had to team up with Lugia to stop this madness. He was the only one not captured. The official Pokémon logo. ... In the Pokémon anime, Lawrence III (or Lawrence the Third) is a young man who collects Pokémon. ... Ash Ketchum, known as Satoshi ) in Japan, is the protagonist of the anime Pokémon. ... Lugia )[2] is one of the 493 fictional species from the Japanese Pokémon media franchise. ...


Articuno also was the focus of a three-part saga of episodes, "Moving Pictures", "Spring Fever" and "Freeze Frame", where Todd (Snap) joined up with Ash and friends to try to get a picture of the winged mirage Pokémon. It culimated in Articuno's appearance in the episode "Freeze Frame", when it saved Ash and friends from a blizzard. The official Pokémon logo. ...


Articuno also is a wild befriended Pokémon used by the Battle Frontier Brain at the Battle Factory named Noland. This Articuno was befriended and sometimes is used in playtimes and battles, such as his battle against Ash and his Charizard but unfortunately it's playtime for Max and Pikachu as they ride along with Articuno in Noland's plane. They knew that Articuno is a Legendary Pokémon. Still, they accepted the challenge.In the ending of "The Symbol Life", a seismic toss from Ash's Charizard causes a large cloud of dust. When the dust clears, Charizard appears to be defeated. However, Articuno falls over and Charizard is able to get back up. Ash is then declared the winner. Both congratulate their Pokémon Charizard and Articuno for their effort. Noland says goodbye to Articuno as it flies off into the sunset. Later, Ash says goodbye as Charizard leaves as well. With the Knowledge Symbol won, Ash and friends move on to the next area. Charizard , Lizardon in original Japanese language versions) is one of the 493 fictional species of Pokémon creatures from the Pokémon media franchise. ... Battle Frontier Hoenn Frontier Brains Noland is a character in the Pokémon video game series. ...

Articuno battling Ash's Charizard in episode 413: "The Symbol Life" in the anime.

It is unclear whether all of these appearances are by a single, unique Articuno (as in the games, animes and in the movies where each Legendary Pokémon is one of a kind), or if those in the TV series are offspring, relatives or descendants of "the" Articuno of legend, depicted in the second movie. It may just be that Articuno as a species whether it is a hero, anti-hero or a villain, along with Zapdos and Moltres, are so rare and isolated that they are considered legendary. It is suggested in the episode "Freeze Frame" by Nurse Joy that many other Articuno apart from the one seen in this episode probably have nests in other cold locations with high altitudes. Articuno does appear significantly larger in the movie, but depictions of Pokémon size are sometimes inconsistent (for example, Ash's Charizard can appear twice as tall as Ash one episode, and be nearly eye level the next, which is exactly the same height as Articuno.) Image File history File links ScreenshotPokemonEpi413. ... Image File history File links ScreenshotPokemonEpi413. ... Charizard , Lizardon in original Japanese language versions) is one of the 493 fictional species of Pokémon creatures from the Pokémon media franchise. ... Legendary Pokémon ), sometimes known as legendaries or mirage Pokémon ), are characters in the Pokémon franchise. ... Heroine (female hero) redirects here. ... In literature and film, an anti-hero is a central or supporting character that has some of the personality flaws and ultimate fortune traditionally assigned to villains but nonetheless also have enough heroic qualities or intentions to gain the sympathy of readers or viewers. ... For other uses of the term, see Villain (disambiguation). ... Zapdos , Thunder in original Japanese language versions) is a fictional character in the Pokémon franchise. ... Moltres , Fire in original Japanese language versions) is a fictional character in the Pokémon franchise. ...


In the Pokémon Trading Card Game

In the Pokémon Trading Card Game, there are four mainstream versions of Articuno: This article is about the card game. ...

  • Fossil
  • Skyridge
  • EX Firered & Leafgreen (as Articuno EX, a secret hidden card - 113/112)
  • EX Team Rocket Returns (as Rocket's Articuno EX, as a pure Dark type)

In addition, there were two promotional Articuno cards in the game's history. One was handed out alongside Zapdos and Moltres promo cards at showings of Pokémon: The Movie 2000.


References

Publications
  • Barbo, Maria. The Official Pokémon Handbook. Scholastic Publishing, 1999. ISBN 0-439-15404-9.
  • Loe, Casey, ed. Pokémon Special Pikachu Edition Official Perfect Guide. Sunnydale, CA: Empire 21 Publishing, 1999. ISBN 1-930206-15-1.
  • Nintendo Power. Official Nintendo Pokémon FireRed & Pokémon LeafGreen Player’s Guide. Nintendo of America Inc., August 2004. ISBN 1-930206-50-X
  • Mylonas, Eric. Pokémon Pokédex Collector’s Edition: Prima’s Official Pokémon Guide. Prima Games, September 21, 2004. ISBN 0-7615-4761-4
  • Nintendo Power. Official Nintendo Pokémon Emerald Version Player’s Guide. Nintendo of America Inc., April 2005. ISBN 1-930206-58-5

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External links

  • Official Pokémon website
  • Bulbapedia (a Pokémon-centric Wiki) ’s article about Articuno as a species
  • Pokémon Dungeon Pokédex entry, full of statistics analysis
  • PsyPoke - Articuno Pokédex entry and Usage Overview
  • Smogon.com - Articuno Tactical Data
  • WikiKnowledge.net’s entry for Articuno Previously hosted by Wikibooks
Legendary Pokémon
v  d  e
Kanto
(Red/Blue/Yellow/FireRed/LeafGreen)
ArticunoZapdosMoltresMewtwoMew
Johto
(Gold/Silver/Crystal)
RaikouEnteiSuicuneLugiaHo-OhCelebi
Hoenn
(Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald)
RegirockRegiceRegisteelLatiasLatiosKyogreGroudonRayquazaJirachiDeoxys
Sinnoh
(Diamond/Pearl)
UxieMespritAzelfDialgaPalkiaHeatranRegigigasGiratinaCresseliaManaphyDarkraiShayminArceus

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The gang leader states that he would not let him interfere with their plan to capture Articuno, and it is only then that the boy sees a huge block of ice next to the him with the silhouette of a giant bird inside.
The gang leader explains that the legendary Articuno has very acute senses and freezes itself everytime it detects the presence of enemies, but adds that it would not thwart their work as they plan to snag the bird away together with the ice.
The boy recognizes the look as the one it had during their first encounter near Mt. Moon and realizes the pokemon must be suffering from a traumatic syndrome that reminds it of the horrifying experience in the TR lab everytime it encounters members of the evil organization.
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