Larvesta and Volcarona

Larvesta
The Torch Pokémon
Type: Bug/Fire
Official Registration #: 636
Entry: This rare larval pokémon possesses a great affinity for the fire type. It is most comfortable in deserts and at the base of volcanoes, it spews fire from its flame-colored horns, and it wraps itself in a cocoon of pure fire upon evolution. In fact, larvesta has such a strong affinity for fire that it was once said among the native Unovan population that its entire kind was born from the sun and flung to Earth and that the solar surface is still covered in similar larva-like fire creatures … which, in this author’s opinion, says a number of disconcerting things about the Unovan concept of the sun.

Volcarona
The Sun Pokémon
Type: Bug/Fire
Official Registration #: 637
Entry: The evolved form of larvesta, by battle experience. Volcarona emits flames from its brightly colored, bioluminescent wings, and even the slightest flap of these sends a dazzling rain of embers towards the ground. Although not a legendary-level pokémon, volcarona is said to be the embodiment of the sun. The reason why is because, supposedly, centuries ago, when Unova was covered with volcanic ash, a swarm of volcarona appeared and served as a replacement for the sun itself. This is a great story, of course, especially given the fact that, as mentioned in a previous entry, Unova isn’t a volcanic region.

Unova Legendaries, Part VI

Tornadus
The Cyclone Pokémon
Type: Flying
Official Registration #: 641
Entry: According to Unovan culture, Tornadus is the embodiment of severe winds. As such, this djinn-like pokémon is noted for flying through the air at speeds of over 250 miles per hour and creating hurricane-level winds wherever it goes. As a flying-type legendary, it is also gifted with powerful wind-based attacks, which it fires from its tail and which are capable of leveling a house in seconds. Given the fact that the author has just described a pokémon as being capable of generating powerful gusts of wind capable of destroying a house from its tail, he will now pause and allow his readers to get every remark they are most likely thinking about Tornadus out of their systems.

Thundurus
The Bolt Strike Pokémon
Type: Electric/Flying
Official Registration #: 642
Entry: According to Unovan culture, Thundurus is the embodiment of severe thunderstorms. As such, this djinn-like pokémon is noted for flying through the air at high speeds and striking the earth wherever it goes with powerful bolts of lightning. These random attacks have been known to cause intense forest fires throughout the region that devastate not only pokémon habitats but also human settlements. For this reason, although Thundurus is still respected as a legendary, it does not maintain a favorable reputation. On the other hand, it is said that a pokémon of equal strength may be sufficient enough to stop a rampaging Thundurus in its tracks, so in other words, there are times when only Mew can prevent forest fires.

Landorus
The Abundance Pokémon
Type: Ground/Flying
Official Registration #: 645
Entry: According to Unovan culture, Landorus is the embodiment of bounty and fertility. The actual reason why is because it apparently has the ability to bless the land and grant its inhabitants a good harvest, but given the fact that this bare-chested djinn fertilizes the soil by shooting energy from its tail, the author is just going to stop right here and allow readers to get every remark they are most likely thinking about Landorus out of their systems.

Unova Legendaries, Part V

Genesect
The Paleozoic Pokémon
Type: Bug/Steel
Official Registration #: 649
Entry: This insectoid pokémon had once been an apex predator in the dense forests of Unova during the, appropriately enough, Paleozoic era. Eons later, however, reports have surfaced that it had been resurrected from a fossil and modified to possess both steel armor and modern weaponry by Team Plasma … because nothing says “I care about pokémon freedom and welfare” like forcibly resurrecting one and welding a cannon to its back.

Unova Legendaries, Part IV

Meloetta
The Melody Pokémon
Type: Normal/Psychic
Official Registration #: 648
Entry: A humanoid legendary pokémon said to be the muse of song and dance. According to Unovan lore, Meloetta possessed the ability to influence the moods of human beings with her song and dance. She was capable of quelling the rage of the most bloodthirsty conquerors, as well as inciting the most peaceful priests and farmers into violent uprisings, all through the power of her songs. Other strange and mystical beings capable of doing the same thing: Kesha.

Unova Legendaries, Part III

Keldeo
The Colt Pokémon
Type: Water/Fighting
Official Registration #: 647
Entry: According to legends, Keldeo is known for two things: first, its ability to run across the surface of oceans and rivers by using its ability to emit jets of water from its hooves, and second, its desire to join the Swords of Justice. It wanders across the globe and battles using its highly acrobatic style in order to someday prove itself to the other three members of the legendary group. In that sense, Keldeo may be seen as a metaphor for pokémon training, including and especially regarding its journey to prove itself to figures who are questionable role models at best. And yes, this author is in fact referring to certain members of the Pokémon League who shall remain nameless but whose names rhyme with “Balder,” “Brimsley,” and “Hauntal.”

Unova Legendaries, Part II

Cobalion
The Iron Will Pokémon
Type: Steel/Fighting
Official Registration #: 638
Entry: Said to be the most charismatic member of the legendary group known as the Swords of Justice. Long ago, when Unova was engulfed in war, this goat-like legendary appeared to do battle against mankind and protect pokémon from human violence. Some say Cobalion had the right idea, and there are times when, quite frankly, this author can’t argue with that.

Terrakion
The Cavern Pokémon
Type: Rock/Fighting
Official Registration #: 639
Entry: Said to be the brawniest member of the Swords of Justice, capable of toppling castle walls with a single blow. Long ago, when Unova was engulfed in war, this legendary is said to have protected pokémon that had lost their homes to human violence … by destroying entire settlements, villages, fortresses, and other establishments of human civilization. Terrakion then went on to become a symbol of the Unovan military philosophy, because if there are two things no other institution can do better than the Unovan military, it’s seeking out the least productive methods of solving problems and missing the point entirely. (On that note, the author would like to announce his acquisition of several ground-types to Lt. Surge, former officer of the Unovan Army.)

Virizion
The Grassland Pokémon
Type: Grass/Fighting
Official Registration #: 640
Entry: Said to be the swiftest member of the Swords of Justice, whose battle style consists of confounding opponents with ultra-swift moves. Long ago, when Unova was engulfed in war, this legendary is said to have focused completely on protecting its pokémon friends, rather than going after humans or human settlements directly. Because of this interest in the well-being of its own kind and its focus on actual strategy, certain pokémon experts wonder if it is a native to Unova at all.

Unova Legends, Part I

Victini
The Victory Pokémon
Type: Psychic/Fire
Official Registration #: 494
Entry: According to Unovan lore, Victini is the legendary of luck and victory and thus has the ability to grant both power and fortune to whomever trains it. It is said that if sent into any battle, no matter the odds, Victini and its allies will always come out victorious. Unless, of course, Victini comes up against Kyogre, Manaphy, a mega slowbro, most ground-types, most other water-types, the slightest affront to Unovan sensibilities, and—despite its native region’s history as a former colony—British cuisine, slang, general culture, and roundabouts.

Trubbish and Garbodor

Trubbish
The Trash Bag Pokémon
Type: Poison
Official Registration #: 568
Entry:
(1): A small, trash-like pokémon native to Unova. The combination of garbage bags and industrial waste caused the chemical reaction that created this Pokémon. They have a tendency to follow those who litter, as the garbage thrown out by such humans may then be added to the trubbish’s body as sustenance.
(2): Synonym for an Unovan conservative.

Garbodor
The Trash Heap Pokémon
Type: Poison
Official Registration #: 569
Entry:
(1): The evolved form of trubbish, by battle experience. Consuming garbage makes new kinds of poison gases and liquids inside their bodies. They have the ability to shoot these gases and liquids from either their mouth or the pipes within their hands, and as a result, they will frequently attempt to pin a target to the ground with either their bodies or their other hands in order to deliver a devastating toxic blow from either orifice.
(2): Synonym for [NAME OF SPECIFIC UNOVAN PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE DELETED—PLEASE STOP TRYING TO GET US SUED, BILL]

Woobat and Swoobat

Woobat
The Bat Pokémon
Type: Psychic/Flying
Official Registration #: 527
Entry: A small, bat-like pokémon native to certain cave systems in Unova and Kalos. Blind from birth, woobat use ultrasonic waves to navigate until they find solid surfaces. There, they rest by latching onto the surface with a powerful form of suction generated by their heart-shaped nostrils. This suction is so strong that it can leave a heart-shaped mark behind, but this mark is said to be a symbol of good fortune to the Unovans. To the rest of the world, these are called “hickeys” or “love bites,” and they’re only of moderate importance.

Swoobat
The Courting Pokémon
Type: Psychic/Flying
Official Registration #: 528
Entry: The evolved form of woobat, as a result of a heightened sense of happiness. Swoobat use their ability to generate ultrasonic waves in their courtship rituals, usually as a means to woo potential mates. Studies have shown that anyone caught within these waves experience sudden bouts of euphoria and generally positive mood shifts. Studies have also shown that slight changes in the frequency of these waves can smash concrete, so either “positive mood shifts” is a euphemism on the part of the pokédex or trainers interested in raising swoobat should take extra precaution during mating season. The author will allow his readers to decide.

Zorua and Zoroark

Zorua
The Tricky Fox Pokémon
Type: Dark
Official Registration #: 570
Entry: This fox-like pokémon is most famous for its signature defense mechanism. When in the vicinity of anything it perceives as a potential threat, it instantly transforms into people or other pokémon in order to confuse said threat long enough for it to get away. It has been known to favor the form of a silent child when near humans. Should anyone wonder how this could be considered much of a defense mechanism, imagine walking through a forest when all of a sudden, a child appears right beside you and stares at you silently.

Zoroark
The Illusion Fox Pokémon
Type: Dark
Official Registration #: 571
Entry: The evolved form of zorua, by battle experience. Zoroark are considered masters of disguise, capable of transforming into anything to confuse large groups of people simultaneously. While many of these illusions are highly complex, there have also been instances in which all a zoroark did to confuse its victim was don a pair of glasses and some human clothes. Young trainers from Pallet Town and their friends are, apparently, particularly susceptible to these tactics.