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Porygon2(JP) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a Normal-type Pokémon that made its first appearance in the second generation games Gold and Silver. It evolves from Porygon when traded (exposed in Pokémon Legends: Arceus) with an Up-Grade and can evolve into Porygon-Z when traded (exposed in Pokémon Legends: Arceus) with a Dubious Disc.
Physiology and Behaviour[]
Porygon2 is a rounded, pink, digital Pokémon that shows similarities to a drinking bird. It has a relatively flat bill and large, round eyes. Its legs are simple ovoid growths along its sides, and its tail widens towards the middle. Its bill, legs, tail, and underside are blue.
Porygon2's evolution from Porygon was the result of it being upgraded from the most cutting-edge technology available. It was upgraded to work in space for planetary devolvement reasons, although its inability to fly limits this ability. It is artificially intelligent and capable of learning new behaviors on its own, including information it does not need to know. It can also speak a strange language only other Porygon2 can understand. As a result, it will sometimes perform motions or abilities that are not in its programming. It is generally found in computers or in labs and other buildings working with people. In ancient Hisui, people were confused about Porygon2 and its evolutionary relatives due to them arriving through space-time distortions and being the product of far more advanced technology than what was available at the time. It can survive in a space vacuum, though cannot move very well in zero-gravity. In ancient Hisui, people were confused about Porygon2 and its evolutionary relatives due to them arriving through space-time distortions and being the product of far more advanced technology than what was available at the time.
Appearances[]
Main Pokémon games[]
Other Pokémon games[]
Super Smash Bros. series[]
In Super Smash Bros. Melee, it is a Poké Ball Pokémon. When summoned, it uses a powerful Tackle that send foes flying. It is harmless after it is finished.
Trophy descriptions[]
Super Smash Bros. Melee
- Representing the next step in technological progress, this Virtual Pokémon is a higher-powered version of the man-made Pokémon, Porygon. Compared to the sharp edges of its relative, Porygon2's body is extremely smooth and rounded. In battle, it utilizes a special move called Conversion 2 to alter its type.
In the anime[]
Porygon2's cameo in the intro of Pokémon the Movie: Kyurem vs. the Sword of Justice
Porygon2 made its unofficial anime debut in the English dub via stock art in the Johto PokéRap.
Porygon2's lone physical appearance was in Pokémon the Movie: Kyurem vs. the Sword of Justice's "World of Pokémon" opening, which featured every Pokémon from the first five generations revealed to that point.
Due to the Electric Soldier Porygon incident, Porygon2 has not appeared in an episode of the anime, and it is the only Generation II Pokémon not to appear. Along with its evolved form, Porygon-Z, it is also the only Pokémon prior to Generation VIII that is neither Legendary nor Mythical to not appear in an episode of the anime.
Porygon2 is the only member of its evolutionary family that has not received an anime voice, as Porygon's voice was heard in Electric Soldier Porygon and other media and Porygon-Z was given an anime voice for its appearance in PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure.
Origin and inspiration[]
Porygon2 seems to be based on a bird or paper crane that has been rendered using computer software. The head-tipping motion it displays in some games is reminiscent of a drinking bird toy. Its rounder body compared to Porygon may represent the concept of subdivision in 3D computer graphics. As an upgraded version of Porygon, it may also reference software versioning. The fact that it's lighter than its previous form my be based on optimization. Its Pokédex entries imply a connection to artificial intelligence and robotic spacecraft.
In-game information[]
Pokédex entries[]
| Title | Entry |
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| Second Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Gold | This upgraded version of Porygon is designed for space exploration. It can't fly, though. |
| Pokémon Silver | Further research enhanced its abilities. Sometimes, it may exhibit motions that were not programmed. |
| Pokémon Crystal | This manmade Pokémon evolved from the latest technology. It may have unprogrammed reactions. |
| Third Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Ruby | Porygon2 was created by humans using the power of science. The man-made Pokémon has been endowed with artificial intelligence that enables it to learn new gestures and emotions on its own. |
| Pokémon Sapphire | Porygon2 was created by humans using the power of science. The man-made Pokémon has been endowed with artificial intelligence that enables it to learn new gestures and emotions on its own. |
| Pokémon Emerald | It was created by humans using the power of science. It has been given artificial intelligence that enables it to learn new gestures and emotions on its own. |
| Pokémon FireRed | Further research enhanced its abilities. Sometimes, it may exhibit motions that were not programmed. |
| Pokémon LeafGreen | This upgraded version of Porygon is designed for space exploration. However, it can't even fly. |
| Fourth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Diamond | With planetary development software installed, it became capable of working in space. |
| Pokémon Pearl | With planetary development software installed, it became capable of working in space. |
| Pokémon Platinum | It was upgraded to enable the exploration of other planets. However, it failed to measure up. |
| Pokémon HeartGold | This upgraded version of Porygon is designed for space exploration. It can't fly, though. |
| Pokémon SoulSilver | Further research enhanced its abilities. Sometimes, it may exhibit motions that were not programmed. |
| Fifth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Black | It was upgraded to enable the exploration of other planets. However, it failed to measure up. |
| Pokémon White | It was upgraded to enable the exploration of other planets. However, it failed to measure up. |
| Pokémon Black 2 | It was upgraded to enable the exploration of other planets. However, it failed to measure up. |
| Pokémon White 2 | It was upgraded to enable the exploration of other planets. However, it failed to measure up. |
| Sixth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon X | Further research enhanced its abilities. Sometimes, it may exhibit motions that were not programmed. |
| Pokémon Y | With planetary development software installed, it became capable of working in space. |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby | Porygon2 was created by humans using the power of science. The man-made Pokémon has been endowed with artificial intelligence that enables it to learn new gestures and emotions on its own. |
| Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Porygon2 was created by humans using the power of science. The man-made Pokémon has been endowed with artificial intelligence that enables it to learn new gestures and emotions on its own. |
| Seventh Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Sun | For the purposes of planetary development, Porygon was updated with the most cutting-edge technology available. |
| Pokémon Moon | Porygon was updated to a new version in readiness for planetary development. But that dream remains unrealized as yet. |
Game locations[]
Main Series[]
Porygon2 does not appear wild in any main series Pokémon games. It can only be obtained by evolving a Porygon.
Evolution[]
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Base Stats[]
| HP | 85 |
| Attack | 80 |
| Defense | 90 |
| Sp. Attack | 105 |
| Sp. Defense | 95 |
| Speed | 60 |
| Total | 515 |
Moveset[]
Gallery[]
Sprites[]
Trivia[]
- Porygon2 is the only Pokémon with a numeral in its name.
- In the Second Pokémon Generation games, it is impossible to return a nicknamed Porygon2 to its species name, because numbers are not available for nicknames.
- Porygon2 is the only non-fully evolved Pokémon that:
- Evolves into and from another Pokémon by trading.
- Was introduced after the generation of its pre-evolved form.