All Legendary Pokémon
Defining a Legend: What Are Legendary Pokémon?
In the world of Pokémon, the term 'Legendary' signifies more than just rarity; it denotes a creature of immense power, often with a unique role in the world's creation, history, or balance. These Pokémon stand apart from all others. They cannot be bred, are typically found in unique, hard-to-reach locations, and possess base stats that dwarf most other species. A prime example is Mewtwo, a Pokémon engineered by humans in an attempt to create the world's most powerful life form. Its overwhelming psychic abilities and compelling backstory have cemented its status as one of the most iconic Legendaries since the very first generation.
- Legendary Pokémon are exceptionally rare and powerful creatures, often central to the lore and mythology of their respective regions.
- They typically cannot be bred and are usually encountered only once per game, making them highly sought-after by trainers.
- From the genetically engineered Mewtwo to the cosmic dragon Eternatus, their power levels are among the highest in the entire series.
- Pokémon
- Eternatus
- Type
- Poison, Dragon
- Total stats
- 690
- Pokémon
- Mewtwo
- Type
- Psychic
- Total stats
- 680
- Pokémon
- Lugia
- Type
- Psychic, Flying
- Total stats
- 680
- Pokémon
- Ho-Oh
- Type
- Fire, Flying
- Total stats
- 680
- Pokémon
- Rayquaza
- Type
- Dragon, Flying
- Total stats
- 680
| Pokémon | Type | Total stats |
|---|---|---|
| Eternatus | Poison, Dragon | 690 |
| Mewtwo | Psychic | 680 |
| Lugia | Psychic, Flying | 680 |
| Ho-Oh | Fire, Flying | 680 |
| Rayquaza | Dragon, Flying | 680 |
Legendary Pokémon: Base Stat Comparison
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A Pantheon of Powerhouses
The ranks of Legendary Pokémon are filled with awe-inspiring beings. The Johto region introduced us to the Tower Duo: Lugia, the guardian of the seas, and Ho-Oh, the guardian of the skies, each commanding incredible power over their respective elements. From Hoenn came Rayquaza, a sky-dwelling dragon so mighty it could end the cataclysmic conflict between Kyogre and Groudon. More recently, the Galar region revealed Eternatus, an alien Pokémon whose energy is the very source of the Dynamax phenomenon. Its Eternamax form possesses the highest base stat total of any Pokémon ever recorded. Curious how these titans stack up against each other? Our embedded StatRadar widget provides a quick visual comparison of their core strengths.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the strongest Legendary Pokémon?
While 'strongest' can depend on strategy and typing, Pokémon with the highest Base Stat Total (BST) are often considered top contenders. Eternatus, in its unobtainable Eternamax form, holds the record for the highest BST ever. Among playable Pokémon, Arceus, Mega Rayquaza, and the two Mega forms of Mewtwo boast some of the highest stats in the game, making them formidable forces in any battle.