You Don't Have To Be A Pokemon Master To Pass This Quiz, But It Helps

Pokemon. It doesn't matter if you were a nineties kid who played every single game, collected every card and watched every episode of the anime or if you were more of a casual enjoyer of the series, everyone knows about this beloved franchise. There has been a lot of new frontiers for the series as the years went on, from movies to apps.

Do you think you know Pokemon well enough to pass this super fun quiz? It's time to put that to the test as you go through questions with varying difficulty until it's revealed that you're as knowledgeable as Ash or that you might need to do another watch through of the show.

Maybe go for a quick spin through one of the brand new games or shuffle a deck of the cards before you start this quiz, just to make sure you are brushed up and ready to prove to all of your friends that you aren't a Poke Master to be messed with!

When you're ready to collect those bragging rights like you do Pokemon in your Pokedex or badges before facing the Elite Four, sit down and pull that Pikachu into your lap as we get started!

Question 1

How many Pokemon were there in the first generation?

Though there is currently over 800 Pokemon and always counting as they haven't yet put an end to this great series, we only get a certain amount of them per generation. It's been so long now, can you remember how many we had in the first generation? Some people are purists and will only acknowledge these original few, Personally, I love that they keep giving us more Pokemon and eagerly await the new releases to add to my Pokedex. Let's go for over 9000!

Question 2

What town is Ash from in the anime?

We all have to start somewhere, and Ash is no exception. We see him begin his journey by packing up and leaving the town he grew up in (though he is only ten and has a lot of growing up to do yet!). Most kids his age would be scared to go anywhere new, especially without their mom or dad, but with Pikachu by his side, Ash is ready for whatever is out there for him beyond this tiny town.

Question 3

What group is always trying to steal Pikachu?

It seems like Ash can never catch a break when it comes to this pair. No matter what, they're always lurking in the background under orders from their mysterious boss to nab that rare and special Pokemon or some other equally dastardly scheme. Fortunately for Pikachu and Ash, they aren't the brightest and it usually ends up being easy to see through their plots and schemes. It's amazing how this pair haven't been replaced or reassigned to some easier missions.

Question 4

What will Eevee evolve into if it is happy in the daytime?

This Eeveeloution is well sought after and is a bit tricky to get to evolve correctly as the same actions at the wrong time can get your Eevee to evolve into the wrong Pokemon. When done correctly, this Pokemon is said to be extremely loyal and an excellent asset to your team. Though I think you will be happy with any evolution you get from that unique Pokemon. Make sure to take care of him as well as he cares for you.

Question 5

What Pokemon has a total of 4,294,967,295 possible spot patterns?

This cute and spotted Pokemon is known for having four spots on its body and one on the back of its head. These four spots can appear in any order on the body which leads to a lot of possible combinations! Head on down to the desert and try and catch two identical versions of this Pokemon but don't hold your breath as this is about the same task as trying to find two of the same snowflake. Treasure each and every one of these unique little guys!

Question 6

What Pokemon can you start with in Ruby/Sapphire?

With the starter Pokemon, you're probably very familiar with the normal combos of water, fire and grass. But do you remember each and every starter you can get in the games? This iconic trio was featured in Ruby/Sapphire and provided a great range of choices. Some people always go with the same type with every game so the names don't bother them much, but others carefully consider each starter and pick depending on which would be strongest. Or you could always pick the cutest!

Question 7

What is the only Pokemon that cannot learn a normal type move?

For most Pokemon, you know it's a safe bet that the new TM in your bag is going to be able to be taught to any of the Pokemon in your party. That is, until you try to use one of those trusty one size fits all moves on this little guy you'd never suspect. At least you will still be able to use it on any other Pokemon you have since this little quirk only happens with a single Pokemon.

Question 8

What Pokemon's species name is "Legendary Pokemon" despite not being a legendary?

This Pokemon is very unique for the fact that it is known as the "Legendary Pokemon" even though it is not a legendary at all. It often will say this in the Pokedex entries in both the show and the games and is an interesting mystery. In Pokemon Emergency there was even a stone carving shown of this Pokemon along with Moltres, Zapdos and Articuno. This is cleared up somewhat with the Ultra Moon Pokedex entry simply stating that they've been around for so long that there are many old stories about them.

Question 9

What is the only legendary Pokemon that can be male or female?

For many legendary Pokemon you aren't going to have a lot of luck at the daycare if you drop them off and expect an egg when you return. That is because most of them you will find that they are genderless and unable to breed. Sometimes you will find that rare legendary that while it does have a gender, you're going to be dealing with exactly what you expect as they have a set gender that cannot change. Not the case for this one! This Pokemon is the only one who can either be a male or a female.

Question 10

What were the first legendaries to have a gender?

As the generations went on they did everything they could to break the mold and create new and unique things to the series that we had never seen before. One major change was the legendaries in this game weren't the genderless creatures they were in the past. This double trouble team were male and female and forever changed what we expected from legendaries. Don't try and reset your battle with them in hopes of getting them in the gender you prefer. These guys are set with what they have and don't change.

Question 11

What was the first legendary Pokemon to be seen in the anime (not including the intro)?

When it comes to legendaries, we don't expect to see these rare creatures until well into the series as they are often mysterious and requires a long journey to find out where they even are, let alone the time to travel there. That's not the case in the anime as we actually see a legendary Pokemon within the first episode (outside of the intro that shows us lots of Pokemon). Let's hope you were keeping your eyes peeled for this question!

Question 12

What is the only professor to not greet the player at the start of the games?

One thing that the games all have in common is the fact that you will be greeted at the start of the game by a kindly older gentleman known as a Pokemon Professor who's there to help you get started for your journey. That is, except for this scatterbrained fellow. He means well and of course will still send you off with your first Pokemon, but he sometimes gets too wrapped up in his own work and becomes oblivious of his surroundings.

Question 13

What is the tallest Pokemon?

Weight isn't the only thing you have to think about with Pokemon when they can stand several feet above you. You had better hope you're not a tiny trainer if you come across this huge Pokemon. Though even the tallest of trainers are going to be amazed by all 47 feet of this giant. Luckily for you it will still fit in the standard sized Pokeballs. Just be careful where you let this big guy out as his size alone can cause damage.

Question 14

What skull does Cubone wear?

This Pokemon has a sad if not somewhat dark past. It's pretty evident when you first see this Pokemon and the skull it wears on its head and face like a mask. It fits almost perfectly on the Pokemon's head and definitely makes it unique as Pokemon are not known to wear things. It picked up the skull from a fallen Pokemon but do you know what the skull is from? You might see this Pokemon differently after learning where it came from.

Question 15

What is the only dual typed starter?

We all know the drill when we go to pick out your first Pokemon. The Professor will be kind enough to let you choose from one of three cute little guys that are as ready to start your adventure as you are. Though the specific Pokemon changes depending on what region you start in, you can always count on the grass, water and fire options being there. What you might not know though is that one of your trusted favorites is actually the first and only starters that has a second type other than one of the usual.

Question 16

What is the least common Pokemon type?

While we're talking about the most common of Pokemon it's important not to forget about hose types that aren't so common. These guys clock in with only 46 Pokemon, making them only 5.7% of all Pokemon. Don't let the limited numbers fool you though. These guys are very loved and sought after for their amazing power. With any luck they'll give these poor guys a little more love and add some new ones next generation to get them out of last place.

Question 17

What is the first bird Pokemon not to evolve on the Pokedex?

Everyone loves the sweet bird Pokemon. They usually end up being some of the first Pokemon you see in your adventure, which means that it's likely that they were also one of the first Pokemon that you caught. Like a lot of these first few Pokemon that you pick up, they usually have an evolution or two so you can have some powerful Pokemon on your team and in your Pokedex. That's not the case for this guy as he's the first bird to appear in the Pokedex that does not evolve.

Question 18

What was the first Pokemon created?

This Pokemon holds a special place in Pokemon history for being the first Pokemon created when they were starting up what ended up being a beloved global empire. I wonder if they knew just how important what they were starting was going to be while working on this first little guy. He's also not something to mess with and packs some impressive power. Make sure that you've got this historic Pokemon in your Pokedex! In the first generation, it will have an index number of 001.

Question 19

What is the only game where you meet your father?

Another recurring (though sad) theme in Pokemon is the fact that you are a fatherless child going on this epic adventure. In some of the games the fate of your father is talked about which may give you some peace of mind at least knowing where he is, while some other games don't even mention the fact that he's not around. Things are very different in this game though where not only do you know what's going on with your dad but actually get to meet him and have a battle with him.

Question 20

Which three Eeveeloutions have the same footprints?

It's no secret that Eevee tends to be peoples favorite Pokemon if they aren't partial to Pikachu. It's easy to see why when this unique dude can evolve into eight possible evolutions depending on the conditions. These evolutions share a common look with the little Eevee but it's usually easy to tell them apart as they all look very different depending on how they were evolved. One thing that doesn't change for three of these little guys is their footprints. Do you know what set of three has identical footprints?

Question 21

What type of Pokemon does Misty hate?

When you're a Pokemon master and trying to catch em all, it stands to reason that you would be a lover of all Pokemon. That doesn't ring true for everyone though which is observed with Misty in the anime whenever she comes across this particular type of Pokemon. It's easy to understand though as we all have certain things that bother us. Do you have any Pokemon that you wish weren't around? Maybe they won't make too many of them next generation, Misty!

Question 22

What was the first game you could play as a female?

This sister game of one of the original two that usually get released involves lots of new updates and changes to the game including hat many regard as one of the best changes they had. The ability to finally choose your gender and play the game as either a boy or a girl. This new game also allowed mobile linking. and had a variety of aesthetic changes from the earlier games. It also is the first game to feature the Battle Tower.

Question 23

What type has there never been a gym of?

When it comes to gyms, they're usually known for the type of Pokemon that the gym leader specializes in. They normally will decorate their gym to match this specialty and have the other trainers that you battle before them also be masters of that type. Though this type isn't so common to begin with, we have had Elite Four members who use this type as their specialty. Not so for the gyms as we've yet to see anyone step up to the plate as a master of this type.

Question 24

What type has there never been a legendary of?

Legendaries are what it's all about. They tend to be what the main plot is about and we all can't wait to get to these big beasts and not only defeat them in battle, but to catch them and add them to your team and have a unique and special Pokemon who can wreck havoc like no others can. You better hope that you don't specialize in this specific type of Pokemon because you aren't going to find a legendary to join you.

Question 25

What Pokemon can learn the least amount of attacks?

The classic amount of moves you usually see a Pokemon with is four and it can often be a challenge trying to figure out what move you are going to delete in favor of teaching your Pokemon a new move. You won't have that issue with this Pokemon as you won't even get to the four move max as it can only learn one move total. That probably won't do in a big battle in a gym, but it might just do in a pinch.

Question 26

What is the only water type starter who cannot learn Water Gun?

When it comes to first evolution water Pokemon, you're probably familiar with the move Water Gun. It's an old one, but a good one that is usually a go to attack for random battles and grass encounters alike. The 40 power combined with the 100% accuracy is hard to beat in a low level battle, especially if you are facing a fire foe. You might have not even noticed that one of the classic water starters cannot learn this move at all.

Question 27

What two Pokemom share the same color in both shiny and not shiny versions?

Shines are very unique Pokemon for the fact that they change colors (sometimes even drastically) from their normal color scheme. Some Pokemon that while normally would look similar when it came to their hue suddenly look totally different. That's not the case for these two Pokemon. They share the same color whether or not they're their usual one or if they're that rare instance of a shiny. Some people think this means that these guys are connected in ways we don't know about yet.

Question 28

What is the first Pokemon Ash catches on his own?

This Pokemon ends up being very crucial to the plot of the anime as well as developing Ash as both a trainer and an adult. He stays with him for quite a while and the adventures they go through together make this Pokemon very special to the series. Perhaps you share something in common with Ash and this was also one of your first catches in the game. Did you have as much as of a bond with yours as Ash did with his?

Question 29

Before Gold/Silver, what Pokemon was refered to as "Pokemon X"?

Long before Pokemon Gold/Silver we actually had a couple introductions to this iconic Pokemon. Mysteriously referred to as "Pokemon X" by Professor Namba in the anime, lots of people were excited to know what this true identify of this Pokemon would be. It was also referred to by its code name "XD001" in Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness long before it was revealed. It definitely lived up to the hype and became a major plot point as legendaries always end up doing.

Question 30

Who steals Misty's bike in the anime?

The first time we meet Misty in the anime, she's the unfortunate victim of the theft of her bicycle. The thief is being chased by a flock of wild Pokemon and they claim that they will return their bike sometime without stopping so much to get her name. The bike ends up not returning back to Misty, but luckily for us, it's not the last time we see her. Something tells me that it ends up all being okay in the end.

Question 31

What was the first Pokemon to be copyrighted?

Pokemon has been an iconic series since the nineties and it might come as a confusing and surprising fact that they didn't file for copyrights right away for their well known characters. Once they got started though, they've been a lot better about making sure they are under that protective copyright. It wasn't until right before the turn of the century that this little guy was copyrighted though. Definitely a good move to avoid knockoffs and copies from occurring more than they already do.

Question 32

What is the most common Pokemon type?

When it comes to the different types of Pokemon, they definitely aren't shy about releasing new ones as we frequently will see a new type along with new Pokemon when new generations drop. That doesn't mean that the creators don't go back to old favorites when they're creating new Pokemon. That can definitely be seen when you look at this type of Pokemon that has an impressive 133, making up 16.5% of all total Pokemon. Let's hope they have some more next generation.

Question 33

Aside from Pikachu, what Pokemon stayed on Ash's team the longest?

Ash's team can be pretty unpredictable from one episode to the next. Between Team Rocket, trading and catching new Pokemon, things are always changing. We all know we can count on Ash keeping his trusted Pikachu by his side, but there was actually another Pokemon that Ash kept on his team for longer than any of his other Pokemon. It also happens to be the first Pokemon that two main characters owned. Seeing as how cute they are, it's hard to blame them.

Question 34

What ia the heaviest Pokemon?

Pokemon sizes can be confusing. Sometimes Pokemon that you think are small enough for you to carry around with ease are actually bigger and taller than you are (or any purse you could possibly fit them in). The same goes for Pokemon that you thought would be massive beasts that turn out to be smaller and cuter than you ever thought possible. Some Pokemon you undoubtedly know are huge though and this one is no exception, clocking in at over 2,000 pounds.

Question 35

What Pokemon with no hands can learn Sucker Punch?

Sucker Punch is a great move with an attack power of 80 and an increased priority of +1 which can be used as either a starting move to get the first hit or an ender to put a quick end to a game before your opponent has a chance to strike. That's all well and good if you have a nice strong fist to pack that punch. That isn't the case for this Pokemon though as he doesn't have a fist in sight. That doesn't stop him from using this move though. Somehow...

Question 36

What region is Pikachu native to?

This well known Pokemon is known to travel in groups which can be troublesome since just a few of them together can cause lightning storms. They live in forested areas and can be found searching for berries that they then roast using their electricity that it stores in its cheeks. You can often locate Pikachu's by the presence of burnt patches of grass. They have also been observed eating and destroying electrical equipment, so keep your computers and cell phones away from them!

Question 37

Other than Deoxys, what Pokemon has been confirmed to be from space?

Pokemon are plentiful and tend to be unique to a particular region most of the time. Trainers search the globe far and wide to find every single one of these to add to their Pokedex. One place where the average trainer isn't thinking about finding Pokemon would probably be outer space. There aren't many that are confirmed to have actually been from there but these rare guys exist and are few and far between, If you have one, make sure to treasure your own little alien.

Question 38

What is the only move all Pokemon can use?

With how unique each and every type of Pokemon is, it's rare to find something that is common from a Caterpie to Mewtwo. This particular move is able to be used by all Pokemon though you might not have seen it very often unless you were in a pinch. Though it deals damage and has 100% accuracy, it will deliver a recoil of 1/2 of whatever damage you did to your opponent. It's definitely not an ideal move but it might just get you out of a tight spot.

Question 39

What was Ash's starter Pokemon going to be before being changed to Pikachu?

It's hard to think that the classic Pikachu that we have all grown to know and love was almost not meant to be and replaced with a different Pokemon entirely. It makes you think how different the series would be if this little guy was following Ash around instead of the yellow electric mouse Pokemon that has become a symbol. I like to think it would still be as possible with this new mascot for Pokemon to be the household name it is.

Question 40

What Pokemon can learn Ice Punch despite having no arms?

This is a great move that does a killer 75 damage and even has a 10% chance of freezing the opponent. One would think that you would actually need to have arms and hands to deal a punch capable of freezing another Pokemon, but that's where you'd be wrong. It's not stopping this Pokemon, so watch out for sneaky attacks because they usually come from the Pokemon you would never expect it from. On the other hand, it's a great surprise move they won't expect.

Question 41

What is the only Eeveeloution to not have been owned by a main or recurring character?

Everyone loves an Eevee. If it isn't their cute appearance, it's the fact that they're so versatile and you are able to evolve them to match whatever you need on your team or specialize in. Because of all that, it's hard to believe that there's been any of these evolutions that have been left out of the main or recurring cast. There's just one missing from the full set and it might surprise you. I know that I would love to have him with me.

Question 42

What is the only non legendary Pokemon to play the legendary music when encountered?

This one is a head scratcher for anyone who encountered this little guy in the games. There would have been familiar music that played upon that encounter which may have been a little confusing considering that the music was reserved for the very special legendary Pokemon and this is not one of them. Was this just a mistake? Perhaps they wanted it to be special but didn't bother making new music for him? Or maybe he even will be revealed to be legendary in the future,

Question 43

What is the only Pokemon that can devolve?

This unique Pokemon has a very strange way of evolving which also allows it to do something no other Pokemon can do which is go backwards after it has already finished its evolution. Though not really a positive thing if you're trying to train your Pokemon to be stronger and fully evolved, it looks like it might be as an easy of as a fix as just simply evolving it in the first place. Keep an eye out for this devolving Pokemon!

Question 44

What Pokemon is female only?

Don't hold your breath if you're seeking a male version of this Pokemon. They're only available as a female no matter how hard you hunt or how many eggs you try to hatch. You should be good to go with just the female anyway, just put them in the daycare with a Ditto or any of the other compatible parent Pokemon and you will have as many of these female Pokemon as your heart desires. Which is hard to resist when they're so cute!

Question 45

What Pokemon has an IQ of 5,000?

This Pokemon is said to have a brain smarter than a super computer and frequently calculates the foes weaknesses as well as many other things to give it an edge in battle. It never forgets anything that it learns which is what makes this Pokemon so smart. It's said to memorize everything in the world which makes it continue to grow brain cells and have an ever growing brain. It also can be seen closing its eyes in order to focus and get even stronger.

Question 46

How many Pokemon types are there?

With an ever growing list of Pokemon it isn't hard to imagine why they continue to make new Pokemon types. The different types creates some awesome new ways to battle with weaknesses, strengths and moves. No matter what type you look at, there's tons of them and you're sure to find at least one Pokemon in each type that works for you. Some trainers (especially gym leaders) specialize in a certain type and you will only see them with that particular one.

Question 47

Who is the first Pokemon you see in the games?

Starting up the very first Pokemon game must have been an amazing experience for kids in the nineties. As soon as you turned the game on, there would be a little opener that showed two Pokemon fighting. One of them is apparent on screen quickly, though you might not know its name for quite a while until it turns up in the game. Did you end up getting this Pokemon in the same game it's shown front and center in the intro?

Question 48

In Pokemon Red/Blue, what move can't Lickitung learn?

Likitung is one of the old classics when it comes to Pokemon. Standing in at a short 3'11, you wouldn't expect much from this Pokemon until he uncurled his massive 6'6 tongue! That long tongue is covered in a sticky and smelly saliva that will cause an uncomfortable tingling sensation and rash, so stay away from it. This may prove difficult since Likitung uses its huge tongue to lick new things as it will memorize things by its texture and taste.

Question 49

What was the first Pokemon to have its own unique battle music in-game?

Like the one we talked about in the last question, this encounter was a little different from a normal Pokemon encounter. This was the first time that the music changed at all and we were introduced to Pokemon having their own unique battle music. It must have been very special for those players encountering this for the first time. Hopefully we get even more new features and mechanics as they continue to release new generations. Who knows what could be next?

Question 50

What is the most common first letter in English Pokemon names?

When it comes to Pokemon, it can be difficult to know all of them off the top of your head, especially as every region unveils more of them and even more names to memorize? Did you ever take it to the next level and really think about the most common instances when it comes to all of these names? You may have noticed a theme with the fact that there was so many Pokemon with this letter starting it off.

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