The Paradox Duo: Koraidon and Miraidon
Leading the charge for Generation 9 are the cover stars of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: Koraidon and Miraidon. More than just powerful creatures, they serve as the player's main mode of transportation throughout Paldea. They are unique in that they are Paradox Pokémon, with Koraidon being an ancient relative of Cyclizar and Miraidon its futuristic counterpart. In battle, they are forces to be reckoned with. Koraidon's ability, Orichalcum Pulse, immediately summons harsh sunlight upon entry, boosting its Attack. Conversely, Miraidon's Hadron Engine sets up Electric Terrain, powering up its Special Attack. Their dual roles as partners and powerhouses make them some of the most integrated Legendaries in any Pokémon game.
- Generation 9 introduces two main 'box art' Legendaries, Koraidon and Miraidon, who are Paradox Pokémon from the ancient past and distant future, respectively.
- The 'Treasures of Ruin' is a quartet of Dark-type Legendaries (Wo-Chien, Chien-Pao, Ting-Lu, and Chi-Yu) with powerful abilities that lower the stats of all other Pokémon on the field.
- These new Legendaries have significantly shaped the competitive metagame with their powerful, field-altering abilities and impressive stat distributions.
- Pokémon
- Koraidon
- Type
- Fighting, Dragon
- Total stats
- 670
- Pokémon
- Miraidon
- Type
- Electric, Dragon
- Total stats
- 670
- Pokémon
- Wo-Chien
- Type
- Dark, Grass
- Total stats
- 570
- Pokémon
- Chien-Pao
- Type
- Dark, Ice
- Total stats
- 570
- Pokémon
- Ting-Lu
- Type
- Dark, Ground
- Total stats
- 570
| Pokémon | Type | Total stats |
|---|---|---|
| Koraidon | Fighting, Dragon | 670 |
| Miraidon | Electric, Dragon | 670 |
| Wo-Chien | Dark, Grass | 570 |
| Chien-Pao | Dark, Ice | 570 |
| Ting-Lu | Dark, Ground | 570 |
Legendary Stat Radars
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The Treasures of Ruin: A Calamitous Quartet
Deep within Paldea lie four mysterious Pokémon known as the Treasures of Ruin, sealed away long ago due to the calamity they caused. This fearsome group includes Wo-Chien, the embodiment of grudges written on wooden tablets; Chien-Pao, a sentient sword of hatred; and Ting-Lu, a ritual vessel filled with fear. Alongside Chi-Yu, they each possess a unique 'Vessel of Ruin' ability that passively weakens all other Pokémon on the field by lowering a specific stat. For instance, Wo-Chien's Tablets of Ruin lowers the Attack of others, while Chien-Pao's Sword of Ruin reduces their Defense, and Ting-Lu's Vessel of Ruin cuts their Special Attack. These field-wide debuffs make them incredibly influential in any battle they join.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are Koraidon and Miraidon related to Cyclizar?
Yes, they are considered Paradox forms of Cyclizar. Koraidon is its ancient ancestor from the distant past, while Miraidon is its descendant from the far future.
What makes the Treasures of Ruin so powerful in competitive battles?
Their main strength comes from their unique abilities—Tablets of Ruin, Sword of Ruin, and Vessel of Ruin, for example. Each ability lowers a key stat for every other Pokémon on the field, giving their team an immediate and significant advantage from the moment they switch in.