by Isabella Mar 13,2025
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet introduced Paradox Pokémon, a captivating twist on regional variants. Instead of simple regional variations, Paradox Pokémon present futuristic and ancient forms of existing Pokémon, adding a new layer of depth to the game. This guide covers everything you need to know about these unique creatures.
Paradox Pokémon are unlocked after completing the main storyline and venturing into Area Zero. Pokémon Scarlet features ancient Paradox Pokémon, while Pokémon Violet showcases their futuristic counterparts. Ancient Paradox Pokémon possess the Protosynthesis Ability, boosting their highest stat by 30% under Sunny Day. Future Paradox Pokémon have the Quark Drive Ability, providing a similar 30% boost to their highest stat in Electric Terrain. Their unique abilities and powerful stats have made them highly sought after in competitive battles, making them valuable additions for both seasoned and new players alike. Below is a complete list detailing each Paradox Pokémon, its type(s), and its original counterpart.
| 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 Bundle | Ice / Water | Delibird |
| 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 Leaves | Grass / Psychic | Virizion |
| Iron Boulder | Rock / Psychic | Terrakion |
| Iron Crown | Steel / Psychic | Cobalion |
This completes the list of all Paradox Pokémon in *Pokémon Scarlet & Violet*!
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