Which monsters will the regional Pokémon of the 3rd generation appear in Pokémon GO? Together with you, we want to speculate. What do you think, which monsters will only appear in certain regions at first?
We are already looking forward to information from Niantic about the release of the 3rd generation in Pokémon GO. So far, the first signs have been found, such as a name list in the game’s code.
To prepare for the new monsters, many trainers are already wondering which special Pokémon of the third generation could be. We are also asking ourselves this question and presenting a few special monsters that could be in our shortlist as regional and special Pokémon.
3rd Generation – Possible Regional Pokémon
Regional Pokémon are monsters that can usually only appear in the wild in certain locations around the world. From the first generation, for example, Tauros or Kangaskhan, which you can normally find in North America and Australia. Through special events like the Safari Event in Oberhausen, Kangaskhan is now even available in Germany.
When Niantic released the second generation of Pokémon in Pokémon GO, they also added two more regional Pokémon to the game: Farfetch’d and Heracross.
You can find all regional Pokémon and their catching areas here
So we assume that Niantic will also release further regional Pokémon in Pokémon GO in the third generation. What they could be is still not certain. Nevertheless, a few monsters from the 3rd generation fit well into the schema when you take a closer look at their Pokédex entries.
Update: The special location-dependent monsters are now known: These are the regional Pokémon of the 3rd generation in Pokémon GO
But what about evolutions?
It has been mentioned that Camerupt and Shuppet are evolutions and therefore would not qualify as regional Pokémon. However, Pantimos (from the fourth generation) is also an evolution of the baby Pokémon Mime Jr.
How the evolution possibilities affect regional Pokémon is still not 100% certain and is being discussed in the community.
Absol
Absol belongs to the type Dark. The Pokémon is associated with natural disasters as it can predict them. We hope that Absol does not appear in this context in the game, but rather is particularly rare and is native to a mountainous region.
Perhaps it can also be found in areas that have survived a natural disaster.
- In the Pokédex entry of the Sapphire version it says: “It lives on a barren, rugged mountain. This Pokémon rarely ventures down into the valley.”
- In Pokémon Sun, it is written about Absol: “Due to superstition, Absol was once hated as a harbinger of doom and was driven into the deepest mountains.”
Camerupt
Camerupt is a Fire and Ground Pokémon that carries a volcano on its body. The Pokédex entries reveal that it shoots scorching hot magma from its humps when the monster becomes angry.
We suspect Camerupt in regions with (inactive!) volcanoes.
- In Pokémon FireRed, Camerupt is described as: When it gets angry, it rains liquid lava from the humps on its back. It lives in the craters of volcanoes.
Flunkifer
Flunkifer belongs to the type Steel and Fairy and seems unassuming at first glance. However, its jaws are transformed steel horns that can crush iron easily. Flunkifer hides in caves among rubble, making it rare to encounter.
We are still uncertain if this particular habitat is sufficient for it to only appear in certain regions. What do you think?
Luvdisc
Luvdisc belongs to the type Water and is a heart-shaped discus fish (hence the name). According to various Pokédex entries, it can be found in the shallow waters of the tropics.
Will Corasonn have company from this romantic fish?
- In Pokémon Emerald, it is stated: Luvdisc builds its nest in the arms of Corasonn. A tradition says that one gives a Luvdisc as a sign of love.
- The Pokédex from Omega Ruby writes about Luvdisc: Luvdisc lives in the shallow waters of the tropics. This heart-shaped Pokémon owes its name to the fact that it swam behind lovers it had observed in the waves of the ocean.
Tropius
Tropius belongs to the type Grass and Flying as it can use the leaves on its back for flying.
Like Luvdisc, Tropius also lives in the tropics and could therefore become one of the regional Pokémon of the third generation in Pokémon GO.
- In Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen it says: Tropius lives in tropical jungles. The fruit cluster around its neck is delicious. The fruits grow twice a year.
- In the Pokédex of AlphaSapphire it states: Children from the southern tropics eat the fruits that hang from Tropius’s neck as a snack.
Zangoose
Zangoose has a humanoid build and belongs to the type Dark and Ghost. The wild Zangoose live deep inside dark caves and hide there.
Similar to Flunkifer, we are not sure if this is enough of an argument for it to be a regional Pokémon. Nevertheless, Zangoose is special.
- In Pokémon Ruby, it says: Zangoose leads a quiet, reclusive life deep inside a cave. However, it is still very feared, as it is said to steal the souls of people when its eyes shine frighteningly in the dark.
- The Pokédex of the Emerald version writes: With its sharp claws, it digs branches in caves to search for food – rare gemstones. Zangoose lurks in the darkness and is rarely seen.
Special Pokémon of the 3rd Generation
In the 3rd generation of Pokémon, very special monsters also appeared that can change their form, similar to Ditto. They could take a special place in Pokémon GO.
This, however, is still just speculation, as Niantic has not announced anything in this regard yet. Nevertheless, we want to introduce you to the monsters so that you know what might be coming your way.
Castform
Castform actually belongs to the type Normal, but changes its type and form depending on the weather. A cute Pokémon that should not be missing for trainers looking for adorable Pokémon.
It has a normal form, a rain form when it rains, a snow form during hail and snow, and a sun form when it is sunny.
- In Pokémon Ruby it says: Castform’s appearance changes with the weather. This Pokémon has acquired the ability to utilize the powerful force of nature to protect its tiny body.
- The Pokédex from Pokémon Sun reveals: It changes its appearance depending on the weather. Its cells apparently respond to temperature and humidity fluctuations.
Kecleon
Kecleon belongs to the type Normal and can adapt its appearance. Depending on the need, it can change the color of its body. However, the pattern on its belly always remains the same.
Another shapeshifter Pokémon that could make it to Pokémon GO? It is possible.
- In Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen it says: It adapts its body color to the surrounding environment. When it is happy or sad, it also changes its color.
- Pokémon Emerald addresses its weaknesses: Kecleon can adapt its body color to the surrounding color. If it gets scared, its original color returns.
Ninjask
Ninjask belongs to the type Bug and Ghost and has very special properties. It is suspected that the crescent moon above its head could represent a halo, indicating that the Pokémon is “dead”.
- In Pokémon Ruby it says: Ninjask’s hard body does not move at all. It seems to be just an empty shell. This Pokémon is said to steal the soul of anyone who dares to look inside its hollow body from behind.
- Pokémon Sapphire writes: Ninjask is a very special Pokémon. It suddenly appears in a Pokéball after a Nincada evolves. This Pokémon is completely motionless and does not even breathe.
- In SoulSilver, the special appearance of the monster is described: It does not breathe, its shell is hollow, and its wings remain still. Nevertheless, it hovers in the air.
These are our speculations for the special monsters of the third generation. Once again, we would like to point out that these are our opinions and have not been confirmed by Niantic.
What do you think, which Pokémon from the 3rd generation will become regional monsters?
