by Olivia Mar 19,2025
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet introduced Paradox Pokémon, a fascinating twist on regional variants. Unlike simple regional forms, Paradox Pokémon offer futuristic and ancient versions of familiar creatures, significantly expanding the game's roster. Let's delve into these unique additions.
These unique Pokémon are unlocked after completing the main storyline and venturing into Area Zero. Pokémon Scarlet features ancient Paradox Pokémon, while Pokémon Violet boasts their futuristic counterparts. Ancient Paradox Pokémon possess the Protosynthesis Ability, boosting their highest stat by 30% under Sunny Day. Futuristic Paradox Pokémon, on the other hand, utilize the Quark Drive Ability, providing the same 30% stat boost in Electric Terrain. Their unique abilities and powerful stats have made them highly sought-after in competitive battling, adding depth and excitement for both seasoned and new players alike.
Below, you'll find a complete list of each Paradox Pokémon, their types, and the original Pokémon they're based on.
| Pokémon | Type (Primary/Secondary) | Original Pokémon |
|---|---|---|
| Great Tusk | Ground / Fighting | Donphan |
| Scream Tail | Fairy / Psychic | Jigglypuff |
| Brute Bonnet | Grass / Dark | Amoonguss |
| Flutter Mane | Ghost / Fairy | Misdreavus |
| Slither Wing | Bug / Fighting | Volcarona |
| Sandy Shocks | Electric / Ground | Magneton |
| Roaring Moon | Dragon / Dark | Mega Salamence |
| Koraidon | Fighting / Dragon | Cyclizar |
| Walking Wake | Water / Dragon | Suicune |
| Iron Leaves | Grass / Psychic | Virizion |
| Iron Crown | Steel / Psychic | Cobalion |
| Pokémon | Type (Primary/Secondary) | Original Pokémon |
|---|---|---|
| Iron Treads | Ground / Steel | Donphan |
| Iron Bundle | Ice / Water | Delibird |
| Iron Hands | Fighting / Electric | Hariyama |
| Iron Jugulis | Dark / Flying | Hydreigon |
| Iron Moth | Fire / Poison | Volcarona |
| Iron Thorns | Rock / Electric | Tyranitar |
| Iron Valiant | Fairy / Fighting | Gardevoir & Gallade |
| Miraidon | Electric / Dragon | Cyclizar |
| Iron Boulder | Rock / Psychic | Terrakion |
This concludes our overview of every Paradox Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet!
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