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Necrozma could be based off the concept of prisms and light refraction. Given the first part of its name (“necro”), […]

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Due to its habit of eating almost anything but not excreting anything out, Guzzlord may be based off a black […]

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Kartana may be based on origami and samurai. In particular, it bears a distinct resemblance to noshi, a ceremonial origami […]

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Celesteela is likely based on Princess Kaguya from The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter: its body resembles bamboo shoots, its […]

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Xurkitree appears to be based on a humanoid structure of sparking electrical wires and power lines. It also shares some […]

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Pheromosa may be based on an American cockroach that has molted, which causes it to be white in color. It […]

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Nihilego may be inspired by a jellyfish, especially Aurelia aurita. It may also draw inspiration from Myxozoa, a class of […]

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Lunala appears to be based on a bat with a moon motif. In particular it might reference the two known […]

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Cosmog may be based on a molecular cloud, a type of nebula where star formation occurs. Cosmog may be a […]

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Solgaleo is based on a lion with a sun motif, a fairly common motif in many Western and Middle-Eastern cultures. […]

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Tapu Fini’s appearance when it closes its shell resembles a swordfish or a marlin. When its shell is open, Tapu […]

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Tapu Lele appears to be based on a butterfly emerging from its chrysalis. It may also be inspired by Kāne, […]

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Tapu Bulu, with and without its shell closed, appears to be based on a bull. It may also be inspired […]

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Kommo-o appears to be based on a theropod dinosaur with some traits from ankylosaurs. Kommo-o may be a combination of […]

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Tapu Koko’s mask appears to be a stylized rooster. Its design is similar to a totem pole. It may also […]