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Lunatone(JP) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a Rock/Psychic type Pokémon introduced in the third generation that does not evolve. Lunatone is often seen as a counterpart to Solrock, who represents the sun.

Physiology and Behavior[]

Lunatone is a cream-colored, rock Pokémon with a crescent moon shape. In the center of the crescent is a pointed, beak-like structure. It has deep-set, red eyes, which can cause paralyzing fear or induce sleep.

It lives in caves and becomes active under a full moon. The moon increases its power, and its health is tied to the lunar phases. Using its psychic powers, Lunatone floats through the air. It was first discovered at the site of a meteor crash. There's a theory that Lunatone may have originated from outer space.

Appearances[]

Pokémon Trozei!: Lunatone is the symbol of the Phobos Battalion.

Origin[]

Lunatone seems to be based on a crescent moon, as well as a meteorite. It might also pull from depictions of the Man in the Moon, a figure imagined from the patterns on the moon's surface, especially those of the crescent moon.

Lunatone may be a combination of luna (Latin for moon) and stone.

In-game Information[]

Pokédex Entries[]

Title Entry
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby Lunatone was discovered at a location where a meteoroid fell. As a result, some people theorize that this Pokémon came from space. However, no one has been able to prove this theory so far.
Pokémon Sapphire Lunatone becomes active around the time of the full moon. Instead of walking, it moves by floating in midair using telekinesis. The Pokémon's intimidating red eyes cause all those who see it to become transfixed with fear.
Pokémon Emerald It becomes very active on the night of a full moon. This Pokémon was first discovered 40 years ago at the site of a meteor strike.
Pokémon FireRed Its health ebbs and flows with the lunar cycle. It brims with power when exposed to the light of the full moon.
Pokémon LeafGreen Its health ebbs and flows with the lunar cycle. It brims with power when exposed to the light of the full moon.
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond Because it turns active on nights of the full moon, it is said to have some link to the lunar phases.
Pokémon Pearl Because it turns active on nights of the full moon, it is said to have some link to the lunar phases.
Pokémon Platinum Because it turns active on nights of the full moon, it is said to have some link to the lunar phases.
Pokémon HeartGold It was discovered at the site of a meteor strike 40 years ago. Its stare can lull its foes to sleep.
Pokémon SoulSilver It was discovered at the site of a meteor strike 40 years ago. Its stare can lull its foes to sleep.
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black Because it turns active on nights of the full moon, it is said to have some link to the lunar phases.
Pokémon White Because it turns active on nights of the full moon, it is said to have some link to the lunar phases.
Pokémon Black 2 The phase of the moon apparently has some effect on its power. It's active on the night of a full moon.
Pokémon White 2 The phase of the moon apparently has some effect on its power. It's active on the night of a full moon.
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X Because it turns active on nights of the full moon, it is said to have some link to the lunar phases.
Pokémon Y It was discovered at the site of a meteor strike 40 years ago. Its stare can lull its foes to sleep.
Pokémon Omega Ruby Lunatone was discovered at a location where a meteoroid fell. As a result, some people theorize that this Pokémon came from space. However, no one has been able to prove this theory so far.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Lunatone becomes active around the time of the full moon. Instead of walking, it moves by floating in midair using telekinesis. The Pokémon's intimidating red eyes cause all those who see it to become transfixed with fear.
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sword The phase of the moon apparently has some effect on its power. It's active on the night of a full moon.
Pokémon Shield It was discovered at the site of a meteor strike 40 years ago. Its stare can lull its foes to sleep.
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond Because it turns active on nights of the full moon, it is said to have some link to the lunar phases.
Pokémon Shining Pearl Because it turns active on nights of the full moon, it is said to have some link to the lunar phases.


Game Locations[]

Title Location(s)
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby
trade
Pokémon Sapphire
Meteor Falls
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond
Lake Verity, Lake Acuity, Lake Valor, Mt. Coronet, Sendoff Spring, Turnback Cave (Sapphire)
Pokémon Pearl
Lake Verity, Lake Acuity, Lake Valor, Mt. Coronet, Sendoff Spring, Turnback Cave (Sapphire)
Pokémon Platinum
Lake Verity, Lake Acuity, Lake Valor, Mt. Coronet, Sendoff Spring, Turnback Cave (Sapphire)
Pokémon HeartGold
Safari Zone
Pokémon SoulSilver
Safari Zone
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black
Route 13, Giant Chasm
Pokémon White
Route 13, Giant Chasm
Pokémon Black 2
Routes 13 and 22, Giant Chasm
Pokémon White 2
Routes 13 and 22, Giant Chasm
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X
Glittering Cave
Pokémon Y
Glittering Cave
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
Meteor Falls


Base Stats[]

Gen III-VI[]

Base Stats
HP 70
Attack 55
Defense 65
Sp. Attack 95
Sp. Defense 85
Speed 70
Total 440

Gen VII+[]

Base Stats
HP 90
Attack 55
Defense 65
Sp. Attack 95
Sp. Defense 85
Speed 70
Total 460


Moveset[]

Main article: Lunatone/moveset

Gallery[]

Sprites[]

Sprites
Ruby Sapphire
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Emerald
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Platinum
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Heart Soul
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Black White
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Black 2 White 2
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X Y
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Sword Shield
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Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl
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Trivia[]

  • In the "Items" section of the DP Official Guide Book, Lunatone's name is misspelled as "Lunastone".
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