Pokémon Legends: Arceus sends trainers back in time to the “long-gone era of Sinnoh.” A player’s quest? Completing the region’s first Pokédex. But, of course, a Pokédex without new Arceus Pokémon forms to identify wouldn’t be much fun. But luckily, The Pokémon Company has revealed there are plenty of never-before-seen Pokémon to find in the Arceus’ Hisui region. In addition, the panel shared that “the land of Hisui will eventually come to be known as the Sinnoh region.” Arceus’ new regional forms and evolutions are sure to delight fans.
Fresh Pokémon are very often the highlight of new games and regions. (After all, “Catch ’em all” is the catchphrase of the series!) And Pokémon Legends: Arceus is no different in this respect. Players are itching to meet these creatures, whether they come as regional variants or as newly discovered Pokémon.
Here’s everything we know about new Arceus Pokémon including the most recent updates about Arceus’ Noble Pokémon. Please note, we have not included a discussion of the Legendary Pokémon Arceus in this write-up.
Arceus’ Noble Pokémon
Pokémon Legends: Arceus has introduced players to the concept of “Noble Pokémon.”
Who Are Noble Pokémon In Pokémon Legends: Arceus?
Arceus’ Noble Pokémon are Hisuian Pokémon who have been “blessed with a mysterious power.” A new trailer introduced players to the Hisui region wardens who protect special Pokémon. While some Pokémon assist the people of the region, other Pokémon known as nobles are particularly powerful.
Noble Pokémon appear to be the most special Arceus Pokémon of all. The wardens honor them, keep them safe, and leave them offerings. But in Pokémon Legends: Arceus something has begun to negatively affect even these special Pokémon.
Kleavor (New Pokémon Legends: Arceus Noble Pokémon)
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Arceus’ Kleavor is a new evolution of Scyther. Special minerals found in Hisui region cause Scyther to evolve into this regional variant. Parts of this Pokémon’s body have actually turned into stone. When Kleavor fights some of the stone gets chipped away. However, this chipping actually makes the Pokémon more deadly because it increases their slicing power. The people who live in the region of Hisui “once used pieces of stone that had fallen from Kleavor to craft tools.”
Kleavor attacks with its arms. These are arms are axe-like and deadly. They deal massive damage even to tough foes. Kleavor also marks its territory with its arms. It slashes symbols into tree trunks to claim its land. Sometimes, it even chops down trees to make its mark.
Kleavor is a part of the ‘Axe’ category of Pokémon and is a Bug/Rock-type. Its height is 5’11,” and it usually weighs about 196.2lbs. For now, it seems as far as evolution goes, Kleavor will evolve from a regular Scyther.
In Arceus, players will meet Kleavor as one of the Noble Pokémon of the region.
New Arceus Pokémon Evolutions
Two new Pokémon discovered in the Hisuian region were introduced during the panel. These Pokémon are Wyrdeer and Basculegion.
Wyrdeer (New Pokémon Legends: Arceus evolution of Stantler)
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Arceus’ Wyrdeer evolves from a Stantler who has survived in the harsh environment of the Hisui region. The Wyrdeer has strong ties with the people of the land, and it has always been treated with great respect. Cloth made with any fur it sheds from its beard, tail, and legs is highly prized. It is used especially to create warm winter clothing.
In a fight, Wyrdeer releases psychic energy from the black orbs at the base of its antlers. The powerful energy can distort space. Wyrdeer also uses its antlers defensively, searching out safe paths and keeping young Stantler safe.
Wyrdeer is a part of the ‘Big Horn’ category of Pokémon and is a Normal/Psychic-type. Its height is 5’11,” and it usually weighs about 209.7lbs. For now, it seems as far as evolution goes, Wyrdeer will evolve from a regular Stantler.
Truly, a most noble creature.
Basculegion (New Pokémon Legends: Arceus evolution of Basculin)
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Basculin that live in the Hisui region can become Basculegion… If other Basculin that died in their school during the journey upstream were to possess them. (What can we say, Pokémon can be dark!)
Basculegion gains power from these souls, allowing it to swim for great distances and with much power. These souls will fight with Basculegion if attacked; however, they seem to have wills of their own. When Basculegion enters into a battle, it becomes enraged. It then attacks non-stop until it emerges the victor.
Basculegion is a part of the ‘Big Fish’ category of Pokémon and is a Water/Ghost-type. Its height is 9’10,” and it usually weighs about 242.5lbs. As far as evolution goes, at least, when it comes to gameplay, it seems like Basculegion will evolve from a normal Basculin. There are currently two types of Basculin, however. There is a red-striped form and blue-striped form. Given the color scheme on Basculegion, it looks like it is the evolution of the red-striped Basculin. Whether a possible blue-striped form of Basculegion will also be available is unknown. Additionally, given Basculegion’s dark backstory, players wonder if it is a special evolution of Basculin.
We wouldn’t want to make this fish mad.
New Arceus Regional Variants
Regional forms are forms of Pokémon that adapt to a specific region. These new Pokémon Legends: Arceus regional forms provide excellent spins on some of your favorite Pokémon. In total, Arceus’ Hisui region has two new regional variants… so far. They are the Hisuian Braviary and the Hisuian Growlithe.
Hisuian Braviary
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The Hisuian form of Braviary is a majestic one. When Rufflet is able to survive in the tough conditions of the Hisuian region, they transform into this creature with great wings.
The Hisuian Braviary visits Hisui in the winter from somewhere farther north. Unlike previous Braviary forms, it forgoes a flock to live a solitary life. It is also larger than some of its counterparts.
Hisuian Braviary’s screeches are sometimes embued with psychic powers. And its eerie calls can even generate shockwaves. Once it weakens its prey, it uses sharp talons to tear it apart.
The Hisuian Braviary is a part of the ‘Battle Cry’ category of Pokémon and is a Psychic/Flying-type. Its height is 5’7,” and it usually weighs about 95.7lbs. For now, it seems like this Arceus regional form of Braviary will evolve from a regular Rufflet.
Rumor has it this Pokémon can also “use its psychic power to sharpen its sixth sense and enter a trance that boosts its physical abilities.”
Hisuian Growlithe
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The Hisuian form of Growlithe is one adorable pup. Though cute, this creature can be very territorial. It always works with a partner to guard its land, but it is not accustomed to being around people.
Hisuian Growlithe has incredibly soft fur, softer than previous forms of the Pokémon. This fur is a great advantage because it’s an excellent insulator. This adaptation allows it to stay lively even in the region’s chilly weather.
The horn on this Growlithe’s head is rock but is also very fragile. So the Hisuian Growlithe only uses it sparingly when it will have the best effect.
The Hisuian Growlithe is a part of the ‘Scout’ category of Pokémon and is a Fire/Rock-type. Its height is 2’7,” and it usually weighs about 50lbs. So far, there has been no announcement of a new regional form of Arcanine, Growlithe’s evolution. However, it seems likely we will see a Hisuian Arcanine in Arceus. Prior base-regional forms have functioned in this way, such as the Galarian Ponyta.
While building trust with a Hisuian Growlithe takes time, we imagine their loyalty is unparalleled once gained.
Arceus’ New Pokémon & Game Release Information
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With so many new Pokémon to look forward to, players should be very excited for Pokémon Legends: Arceus to release on January 28, 2022. You can pre-order the game now. And who knows, there may even be more new Arceus Pokémon to discover!
Originally published on August 18, 2021, and most recently updated on September 28, 2021.
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