Generation IV also saw the debut of many interesting Pokemon designs.

For Sinnoh, that bird is Starly, a plucky little fellow who congregates in flocks for protection.

Piplup is amongthe cutest Pokemon, thanks to its large head, beady eyes, and pretty colors.

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Infernape draws inspiration from Sun Wukong from the Chinese epicJourney to the West, which also inspiredDragon Ball.

Bidoof’s popularity comes fromits goofy appearance and how useful it is.

While it usually appears as a Normal-pop in, Arceus can change its typing using legendary plates.

Staraptor flying in the Pokémon anime

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However, Cresselia has a counterpart, Darkrai, who appears on nights of the new moon.

Its status in the cosmology of Pokemon is also impressive, and it remains one of thestrongest legendary Pokemon.

The Sinnoh entry is Gible, an adorable shark-dragon who loves to bite everything.

A Luxray in battle in the Pokémon anime.

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This fierce jackal-like Pokemon can sense and manipulate Aura, an invisible energy that links all living things.

Finally, it’s a popular Pokemon in fighting games, such as theSuper Smash Bros.franchise.

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Piplup crossing a door in the Pokémon anime

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Infernape ready to fight in the Pokémon anime

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Bidoof smiling and looking up

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The Alpha Pokémon, Arceus, glowing and flying through the sky in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life

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Darkrai in a forest in the Pokémon anime.

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Giratina prepparing to fire a Dragon Pulse in the Pokémon anime.

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Cynthia’s Garchomp ready to fight in an open field in the Pokémon anime

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Lucario standing in battle in the Pokémon anime

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