What Pokémon do you think/know are descended from tyrunt and tyrantrum? I’ve heard people say tyranitar, but is this myth?

It is indeed a myth, I’m afraid. Tyranitar is actually more of a dragon-like pokémon, and thus, it’s more related to pokémon such as charizard, haxorus, and so on.

However, believe it or not, tyrantrum and all other dinosaur-like pokémon are actually ancestors of avians. It’s a long and complicated subject, actually, but suffice to say, the archen line serves as a sort of “missing link” in the evolutionary family tree between ancient dinosaurs and modern-day bird-like pokémon. So to answer your question in the simplest way possible, according to both fossil records and DNA evidence, the closest living relative of tyrantrum is not tyranitar but rather … torchic.

But more broadly, pretty much every bird-like pokémon is descended from dinosaur-like pokémon such as tyrantrum. Perhaps not entirely directly, but nonetheless.

Also, as an aside, it’s important to note that aerodactyl is not related to either of these (dinosaurs or birds). Rather, it occupies another genus altogether, which it shares with … no known species of pokémon, actually. It’s quite fascinating.

I have a Tyrantrum who is not aggressive (actually very sweet and loving) but he is extremely excitable. We can normally deal with this but soon there’s going to be a new baby in the family and I would like to know how to safely introduce him to it?

As your tyrantrum is not aggressive, it would actually be easy to introduce your child to him (or at least easier than it would be to introduce a baby to an aggressive tyrantrum).

First and foremost, though, keep in mind that it’s extremely important to exercise discipline. Always keep your tyrantrum’s poké ball handy, and recall him whenever it seems that he’s getting too excited around your child. Additionally, never allow your tyrantrum to be anywhere near your baby without your supervision. And of course, be sure that your tyrantrum is well trained and can follow simple commands such as “heel” and “drop it.” Even if he’s sweet and loving, if he isn’t extremely well-trained, that may make introductions difficult.

It would help at this stage, before the baby officially arrives home, to train your tyrantrum in a way that prepares him for the new arrival. Getting him used to the sound of a baby crying, for example, or getting him used to all the sounds a baby would make would cut down on the likelihood that he panics when hearing them for the first time from your baby. You can do this by playing with the toys you intend on giving your child, playing videos of a baby crying, and so forth. If you’re the mother’s partner, it may also help to bring home things that smell like the baby (hats, socks, or so forth) prior to the mother’s and baby’s release from the hospital to ensure that the transition goes smoothly for your tyrantrum.

When introducing your baby, be sure that the event is calm. Hold the baby (or have the mother hold them) and let your tyrantrum investigate first by sniffing or observing the baby. When it’s clear that your pokémon isn’t about to grab them, only then is it safe to put the baby down. Continue allowing your tyrantrum to investigate the baby under your supervision.

Parties might put your tyrantrum on edge or wind him up prior to the introduction of your baby, so try to avoid throwing a celebration for your new arrival for the next few days, even if you want to. Try not to disrupt any routines you’ve already established with your tyrantrum (always feed him on time, exercise him, and give him affection). By sticking to routine, you can establish the idea that your tyrantrum isn’t being replaced by the baby. Doing this will decrease feelings of jealousy in your pokémon and avoid any instance in which he acts out in an attempt to gain affection.

In short, it will require some patience on your part, but it’s important to exercise care and discipline while emphasizing your tyrantrum’s continued importance in your life. Once your child is older and your tyrantrum is more used to them, you can include your tyrantrum in your child’s life (by, for example, allowing your child to play with him directly) to reinforce their bond. If you succeed in that, your tyrantrum may grow into your child’s foremost companion.

I wish you the best of luck, anonymous, and congratulations on your baby.

Tyrunt and Tyrantrum

Tyrunt
The Royal Heir Pokémon
Type: Rock/Dragon
Official Registration #: 696
Entry: This ancient, diminutive pokémon possessed a large and strong set of jaws, which it used to snap at whatever was directly in front of it before discerning what it could be. It was also known for its explosive temper; if anything occurred that it disliked, it would throw a tantrum and destroy anything within its reach. In that sense, tyrunt are essentially the embodiment of the comments areas of certain social media websites that shall not be named here.

Tyrantrum
The Despot Pokémon
Type: Rock/Dragon
Official Registration #: 697
Entry: The evolved form of tyrunt, during the day and by battle experience. Its oversized jaw was strong enough to shred through metal, and that, combined with the sheer size and strength of the rest of its body, meant that very little could stand up to tyrantrum’s power. As a result, tyrantrum spent millions of years dominating the landscape until its rule was finally challenged by the only opponent that could surpass its power: a meteor that brought on one of the most significant mass-extinctions in our planet’s history.