Forms and transformations

Mega Pokémon and Mega Evolution

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Mega Evolution temporarily changes a Pokémon’s form. The sections show each form’s introduction wave, not every game where it appears. Activation and duration depend on the game.

In the earlier core games, Mega Evolution lasts until fainting or the battle ends; Legends: Z-A uses a limited Mega Power period. GO instead uses Mega Energy and an eight-hour transformation outside its permitted battles. These rules do not make the transformed body a separately stored Pokémon.

X and Y

Pokémon: 28

X and Y introduced Mega Evolution. A Key Stone and the matching held Mega Stone enable compatible Pokémon to transform in battle.

Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

Pokémon: 20

Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire added these forms. Rayquaza is the special case: Dragon Ascent replaces the usual matching Mega Stone requirement.

Legends: Z-A

Pokémon: 26

Legends: Z-A added this wave. Fill Mega Power and activate the transformation; its duration is limited, so timing matters.

Mega Dimension

Pokémon: 22

Mega Dimension introduced these additional forms. Their matching stones and unlock routes are specific to the expansion’s progression and rewards.

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