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The Pokemon universe is one of the most complex fictional universes out there, which means that even those who absolutely love don&#39;t know all there is to know about it. For this list, we&#39;ll be amping up your Poke-knowledge with strange and specific little-known facts and trivia.

Did you know that in the beta versions of Pokemon Red &amp; Blue, Koffing and Weezing were named not after respiratory symptoms, but after New York and Los Angeles? Speaking of Pokemon associated with Team Rocket, did you know that Arbok has six different possible patterns on its scales, and that Meowth is the only Pokemon with more than one regional form? There&#39;s plenty more little-known Pokemon facts where that came from!

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A peek at the toys you kept safely stored on the highest shelf in the original packaging you never dared let yourself open—which ones are total garbage and which could pay off your student loans if only you hadn't tossed them the last time you moved.

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In the &#39;90s, most of us were busy hoarding Beanie Babies in hopes they would pay for our college education once they increased in value. That totally backfired, but <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/valuable-90s-collectibles/matthew-lavelle" target="_blank">another &#39;90s toy hidden in the depths of our childhood bedrooms</a> can actually be worth a boatload. Some rare Pok&eacute;mon cards can easily pay for your college loans.

The <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/pokemon-gifts/taeyura">Pok&eacute;mon Trading Card Game</a> is arguably one of the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/most-fun-card-games">most fun and original card games</a> of the last few decades. Throughout the years, Pok&eacute;mon has done its best to make these little pieces of paper extremely limited - and some efforts have resulted in outrageous prices nowadays.

The rarest&nbsp;cards were given to a select few master trainers who won tournaments, but you may actually have some of the most expensive Pok&eacute;mon cards in your regular collection. Factory errors also occurred, from the base set first edition misprint to free&nbsp;promotional movie cards that didn&#39;t come out as planned. These are among the rarest Pok&eacute;mon cards in the bunch.

On the trading circuit, Pok&eacute;mon cards receive a&nbsp;Professional Sports Authenticator&nbsp;(PSA) number. Number 10 is complete mint condition&nbsp;and will potentially&nbsp;increase the value of your Pok&eacute;mon cards by&nbsp;thousands. However, if your card&#39;s PSA falls below a 7, it dramatically decreases in value. In August 2019, for example, a <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2019/08/12/pokemon-cards-auction-charizard/" target="_blank">103-piece set</a> of Mint 10 condition cards including a first edition Charizard sold for $107,010 at auction. Each of the cards is considered rare, which proves&nbsp;their increasing value&nbsp;is unrelenting.&nbsp;

Do you have a <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/rare-tamagotchi-that-are-worth-money/jonathan-kantor" target="_blank">secret goldmine</a> hidden in your grade school backpack? There&#39;s only one way to find out. These are the Pok&eacute;mon cards that cost the most money.

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The Legendary birds are a set of three avian Pokemon that have been around since Gen 1. There&#39;s the Ice/Flying Pokemon Articuno, the&nbsp;Electric/Flying-type Zapdos, and the Fire/Flying-type Moltres. These three birds set the standard for the other Legendary Pokemon that would follow them - but even so, Pokemon fans don&#39;t necessarily know everything there is to know about them. This list is here to help.

What are some&nbsp;things you didn&#39;t know about the Legendary Birds? Moltres heals its injuries by diving into volcanoes and rolling around in magma, while Zapdos powers up by getting hit by lightning bolts. Though its Galarian form is known as the Cruel Pokemon, Articuno&#39;s Kanto form has been known to help lost people on the verge of freezing. Also, all three of them have been referred to as Titans.&nbsp;

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Goku and his fellow&nbsp;DBZ&nbsp;fighters are some of the most recognizable figures in animated television; their story has influenced just about every <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/shonen-protagonist-zodiac-signs/anna-lindwasser" target="_blank">shonen&nbsp;anime</a> that came after it.While DBZ is unarguably beloved, not every arc –&nbsp;here&nbsp;called a saga&nbsp;– is&nbsp;created equal.Is it important to prioritize gradually-paced character development, or does bombastic action encapsulate everything mesmerizing about Dragon Ball Z?&nbsp;Some sagas feature terrifying villains, badass fight scenes, and moving instances of personal growth, but others are a little lackluster.

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List of the best Water Pokemon, ranked by Pokemon Masters like you. This greatest Water Pokemon list includes monsters from every generation, so you can vote on everything from Blastoise to Swampert. Not every Pokemon included below is a pure Water type, as some are half water or secondary water types. Water Pokemon are traditionally very popular, as they are strong both offensively and defensively.&nbsp;If you want to know, &quot;What is the best Water Pokemon?&quot; or &quot;What are the top <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/cutest-water-pokemon/akansha-kakkad?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Water type Pokemon</a>?&quot; then you're in the right place. You can see other lists of the greatest Water Pokemon on other sites, but this is the only list that you can actually vote on and make your voice heard. If a Pokemon you love is missing, then feel free to add it at the bottom so it's included.&nbsp;

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List of <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-paranormal-reality-psychic-shows/ranker-tv?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">the best Psychic</a> Pokemon, ranked by Pokemon masters like you. This greatest Psychic type Pokemon list includes monsters from all generations, so you can vote on everything from Alakazam to Metagross. Not all of these Pokemon are pure Psychic type, as some are half while others are secondary. Psychic Pokemon have been fairly popular since generation 1, as they are powerful offensively with great speed and special attack. However defensively they are very weak, so you really have to know how to utilize them.If you want to know, &quot;What is the best Psychic Pokemon?&quot; or &quot;What is the greatest Psychic type Pokemon?&quot; then this list will answer your questions. If you feel a particular Pokemon is missing from this list, then add it at the bottom to see if other people will vote on it as well.

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One of the strongest Pokemon from the original 151 Pokedex roster, Dragonite stands out as one of the strongest Pokemon that has ever been created. As a Dragon/<a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/every-gen-1-flying-pokemon-red-and-blue/ranker-pokemon?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Flying type Pokemon</a>, Dragonite has access to a variety of powerful end game moves that many trainers rely on to achieve victory in their battles. In addition, Dragonite can also learn a variety of movesets outside of its type and is able to learn some of the strongest moves in the history of Pokemon games.Iconic moves such as Ice Beam and Thunder Punch are great powerful moves that not only do a lot of damage, but they also useful status effects that can give Dragonite an extra edge in battle. Meanwhile moves like Roost and Dragon Dance are great moves that buffs Dragonites stats and keep it alive long enough and stands out as super useful and handy in both end game battles and competitive. Which Dragonite moves do you think is the best?Vote up the best Dragonite moves and be sure to check out the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-dragonite-nicknames/ranker-pokemon">best Dragonite nicknames</a>!&nbsp;

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One of the strongest Pokemon from Gen 3, Slaking is the final evolved form of Slakoth and is the one strongest Pokemon of its generation. Despite its status as a lazy <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-normal-pokemon/ranker-pokemon?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">Normal type Pokemon</a>, Slaking has access to a variety of powerful end game moves that many trainers rely on to achieve victory in their battles. In addition, Slaking can also learn a variety of movesets outside of its type and is able to learn some of the strongest moves in the history of Pokemon games.Slaking's signature moves such as Slack Off and Yawn are great as their abilities as non-damaging type moves are really durable can be used even for end game battles. Meanwhile moves like Hammer Arm and Fire Punch are great for their reliable combat ability and damage output. Which Slaking move do you think is the best?Vote up the best Slaking moves and be sure to check out the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-generation-3-pokemon/ranker-pokemon">best Pokemon from Gen 3</a>!

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From turtles to toads, the cutest Water Pok&eacute;mon draw from real life animals - and then turn the cuteness dial to the max. Here we've compiled the cutest of the cutest for you to vote on.&nbsp;Of course, first gen Pok&eacute;mon like Squirtle and Psyduck have to be included but there's plenty of newer pok&eacute;mon that have adorable designs. Gen V starter Oshawott starts as a lovable sea otter before eventually becoming a formidable samurai Pok&eacute;mon. Meanwhile, crybaby Sobble is also very cutesy before it evolves, with big eyes and a timid disposition.What Water type Pok&eacute;mon do you think are the cutest? Vote up your favorites!

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Every generation of Pok&eacute;mon usually spawns a Pikachu knockoff like Dedenne, Morpeko, or Togedemaru, and with good reason. Pikachu is among the cutest Electric Pok&eacute;mon as well as cutest Pok&eacute;mon overall and many of these are winks at the flagship original.On this list, we've compiled the cutest Electric Pokemon across all generations of the game and beloved series. From baby Pok&eacute;mon like Pichu and Elekid to little lion Shinx and electric sheep Mareep, the Pok&eacute;mon on this list are all shockingly adorable.What Electric type Pok&eacute;mon do you think are the cutest? Vote up your favorites!

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The 20 Cutest Electric Pokemon, Ranked By Fans

If you&#39;re looking for the best&nbsp;Pok&eacute;mon toys for kids and collectors alike, then you&#39;ve just hit the motherload. Here you&#39;ll find a list of&nbsp;Pok&eacute;mon toys suitable for kids of all ages. Whether you&#39;re looking for a birthday or holiday gift for your favorite child or are an avid collector looking to shamelessly shop for yourself, we&#39;ve got you covered. You&#39;ll find all your favorite characters stylized in everything from figurines and action figures to plushes, building sets, replica Pokedex toys, and more.&nbsp;

Be sure to help your favorite Pok&eacute;mon toys climb to the top of the list by voting up your favorites! Now&#39;s your chance to help other Pok&eacute;mon fans around the world search out the <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/cool-toys-that-exist-now/jacob-shelton?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">best toys ever</a> inspired by the epic anime series.&nbsp;

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If Pokemon were real, we'd all be having fun with our pocket monster friends all the time. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. With all of their fantastic abilities, the possibilities for Pokemon pets are endless. Want a cat that gives you endless spare change? Catch a Meowth. Need a personal bodyguard? Hitmonlee is at your service. Take a look at these Pokemon pet possibilities and vote up your favorites. When you're a Pokemon master, these cuddly creatures work for you!

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Pangs of nostalgia are particularly poignant in Pok&eacute;mon's Alola region - and not only because the creators reintroduced&nbsp;some of the original 150&nbsp;Pok&eacute;mon nearly 20 years after their debut.&nbsp;Sun and Moon&nbsp;seemingly aim&nbsp;to bring back adult players by depicting Hawaii <a href="https://waypoint.vice.com/en_us/article/ypqany/pokemon-sun-and-moon-is-a-tourists-version-of-hawaii" target="_blank">through the lens</a> of a 1990s Japanese tourist. For a fair share of Japanese millennials, the games conjure memories of carefree childhood vacations and playing Pok&eacute;mon for the first time -&nbsp;and developers probably intended for this to happen.Hawaii and Japan shared a close link back&nbsp;in the 1990s. The&nbsp;Pok&eacute;mon&nbsp;Company&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/pictures-of-the-japanese-pokepark/crystal-brackett" target="_blank">released its original Red and Blue</a> versions in 1998, which&nbsp;became a cultural institution shortly afterward. During this time, Hawaii became one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations, seeing <a href="https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2016/03/12/business/japanese-tourists-longing-hawaii-still-worth-banking/#.W5LSKpNKj-Z" target="_blank">2.2 million Japanese visitors a year</a>. Because of this, the inspiration for <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/pokemon-sun-and-moon-fan-theories/joedonley" target="_blank">Pok&eacute;mon&nbsp;Sun and </a><a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/pokemon-sun-and-moon-fan-theories/joedonley" target="_blank">Moon</a>, which bring&nbsp;back many original characters, likely stems from the state's real-life history. From the feral cats threatening Hawaiian wildlife to the government-funded sewage treatment plants, these stories likely inspired the land of&nbsp;Alola.

How Pokémon's Alola Region Mirrors Hawaii And Its History

The first Pok&eacute;mon&nbsp;games -&nbsp;Red&nbsp;and&nbsp;Green -&nbsp;were introduced in Japan on February 27, 1996, immediately taking the world by storm. With a roster of 151 pocket monsters, the franchise started with a steep, but manageable, learning curve.&nbsp;When Generation II came around, the Pok&eacute;dex&nbsp;had 100 new entries; an impressive addition, but still not overwhelming. Another 100+ were added in Generation III, and again in Generation IV. Fast-forward to&nbsp;two decades after the world met Pikachu, and there are&nbsp;over 800 Pok&eacute;mon across seven generations.Fans of the gaming franchise number in the hundreds of millions, and they prove their loyalty by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/pokemon-fan-theories/brandon-michaels" target="_blank">crafting fan theories</a> and creating&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/pokemon-anatomy-fan-art/ashley-reign" target="_blank">Pok&eacute;mon art</a>. Yet even the most die-hard among them might not fully grasp the complete history of the Pok&eacute;mon&nbsp;Universe, which is extensive (and <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/funny-pokemon-logic-that-makes-no-sense/stephen-reyes" target="_blank">not always logical</a>).&nbsp;Between all of the games, <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-pokemon-movies/ranker-anime" target="_blank">movies</a>, and the TV show, the Pok&eacute;mon&nbsp;Universe has slowly but surely filled out its entire history, from the creation of the universe to contemporary Pok&eacute;mon training.&nbsp;

An Abridged History Of The Entire Pok&eacute;mon Universe

A Simple Explanation Of The History Of The Pokémon Universe

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Let’s face it,&nbsp;rodents tend to get a bad rap. As the unofficial bottom-dwellers of the Pok&eacute;verse, rodent Pok&eacute;mon are often dismissed as being ineffectual, weak, or even lame. But when you take a deep dive, you’ll soon realize that some of the coolest Pok&eacute;mon are, in fact, rodents. You got Marill, Nioran, and, of course, the one and only Pikachu.These ground-type Pok&eacute;mon are super effective against fire and electric types. In fact, ground Pok&eacute;mon are often considered some of the strongest in the game. Do you have a favorite rodent Pok&eacute;mon you like to use?This list includes rodent Pok&eacute;mon from Generation 1 up to Generation 8, so take a look and vote the best ones up to the top. Don’t see your favorite rodent? Add them to the list.

The Best Rodent Pokémon, Ranked

The 30+ Best Rodent Pokemon, Ranked By Gamers

Sure, when most people think of snake Pok&eacute;mon, the first character they picture is probably Ekans, but there are&nbsp;more snake- and serpent-like Pok&eacute;mon than you might think. From water types to grass types to even flying and rock types, these sneaky snake-inspired Pok&eacute;mon may look harmless, but one wrong move and your opponent could be mincemeat.&nbsp;While these slithering snakes and serpents may not be as popular as some Pok&eacute;mon, they often possess awesome powers that&nbsp;help them overpower the&nbsp;competition. From Gyarados’s awesome Hydro Pump&nbsp;ability to Dragonair's powerful Hyper Beam, this list features all the best snake Pok&eacute;mon from every generation. We even included Onix, whose body is definitely pretty snake-like.Vote up your favorite snake and serpent Pok&eacute;mon to see which character slithers their way to the tippy top.

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The 18 Best Snake Pokémon, Ranked

The 18 Best Snake Pokémon Of All Time, Ranked By Gamers

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