Murkrow is based on a crow, more specifically the Carrion Crow. Its crest resembles that of the Black Hawk-Eagle. Its crest can also be taken to resemble a pointed hat, and its tail the bristles of a broom, giving it a resemblance to a witch in flight. In regards to its Generation IV evolution, it can also be taken to resemble a gang member under a head Honchkrow. Its ability to mimic voices is referencing crows’ and ravens’ ability to imitate other sounds.
Murkrow is a combination of murky or murder (a group of crows) and crow.
Yamikarasu is a combination of 闇 yami (dark) and 烏 karasu (crow).
No: 198
English Name: Murkrow
Japanese Name: Yamikarasu
Generation: 2
Type: Dark, Flying
Species: Darkness Pokémon
Abilities: Insomnia, Super Luck, Prankster (hidden ability)
Evolution: Murkrow > Honchkrow
Murkrow is an avian Pokémon with black feathers. Its crooked, yellow beak and the three, feathery tufts on its head resemble a witch’s nose and hat respectively. The feathery crest is smaller on the female than on the male. It has semi-circular, red eyes with white sclerae and pupils and a spiky collar of feathers around its neck. The shaggy feathers on its tail resemble the end of a broom, and there is a thin, red band at the base of the tail. Its yellow feet have four toes, three facing forward and one backward.
Murkrow has a fondness for anything sparkly, and it will steal things such as jewelry to bring it back to its nest. Its fondness for shiny objects go as far as fighting with other Pokémon that enjoy shiny objects, such as Meowth and Persian, to gain their stashes. Whenever it is chased, it loses the attacker by leading it down dark mountain trails, and sometimes it does this to travelers as a mean spirited prank. Superstition regards Murkrow as Pokémon of ominous things to come, and of great misfortune if one is seen at night. It is possible to train a Murkrow to repeat words, as seen under Team Rocket’s ownership. Murkrow usually lives in forests or swamps.
POKEDEX ENTRIES
Pokemon Gold: Feared and loathed by many, it is believed to bring misfortune to all those who see it at night.
Pokemon Silver: It is said that when chased, it lures its attacker onto dark mountain trails where the foe will get lost.
Pokemon Crystal: It hides any shiny object it finds in a secret location. Murkrow and Meowth loot one another’s stashes.
Pokemon Stadium 2: Feared and loathed by many, it is believed to bring misfortune to all those who see it at night.
Pokemon Ruby: Murkrow was feared and loathed as the alleged bearer of ill fortune. This Pokémon shows strong interest in anything that sparkles or glitters. It will even try to steal rings from women.
Pokemon Sapphire: Murkrow was feared and loathed as the alleged bearer of ill fortune. This Pokémon shows strong interest in anything that sparkles or glitters. It will even try to steal rings from women.
Pokemon Emerald: Murkrow were feared as the alleged bearers of ill fortune. It shows strong interest in anything that sparkles. It will even try to steal rings from women.
Pokemon FireRed: It is said that when chased, it lures its attacker onto dark mountain trails where the foe will get lost.
Pokemon LeafGreen: Feared and loathed by many, it is believed to bring misfortune to all those who see it at night.
Pokemon Diamond: It is believed that seeing this Pokémon at night will bring about ominous occurrences.
Pokemon Pearl: It appears near travelers to lure them into deep forests. It is said to carry misfortune.
Pokemon Platinum: If spotted, it will lure an unwary person into chasing it, then lose the pursuer on mountain trails.
Pokemon HeartGold: Feared and loathed by many, it is believed to bring misfortune to all those who see it at night.
Pokemon SoulSilver: It is said that when chased, it lures its attacker onto dark mountain trails where the foe will get lost.
Pokemon Black: If spotted, it will lure an unwary person into chasing it, then lose the pursuer on mountain trails.
Pokemon White: If spotted, it will lure an unwary person into chasing it, then lose the pursuer on mountain trails.
Pokemon Black 2: If spotted, it will lure an unwary person into chasing it then lose the pursuer on mountain trails.
pokemon White 2: If spotted, it will lure an unwary person into chasing it then lose the pursuer on mountain trails.
Pokemon X: It hides any shiny object it finds in a secret location. Murkrow and Meowth loot one another’s stashes.
Pokemon Y: Feared and loathed by many, it is believed to bring misfortune to all those who see it at night.
Pokemon Omega Ruby: Murkrow was feared and loathed as the alleged bearer of ill fortune. This Pokémon shows strong interest in anything that sparkles or glitters. It will even try to steal rings from women.
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire: Murkrow was feared and loathed as the alleged bearer of ill fortune. This Pokémon shows strong interest in anything that sparkles or glitters. It will even try to steal rings from women.
Pokemon SUN: They awaken at dusk and take wing in the twilight, leading to the expression, “Get home before the Murkrow fly.”
Pokemon MOON: Seen as a symbol of bad luck, it’s generally disliked. Yet it gives presents—objects that sparkle or shine—to Trainers it’s close to.
