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Kommo-o(JP) is a species of Pokémon of the series of the same name. It is a Dragon/Fighting Pseudo-legendary Pokémon introduced in the seventh generation in Pokémon Sun and Moon. It evolves from Hakamo-o starting at level 45.

Physiology and Behavior[]

Kommo-o is a bipedal, reptilian Pokémon covered in scaly armor. Most of its body is gray with some lighter gray areas as well as yellow and red markings. It has a rounded, beak-ish snout and small eyes nearly hidden under its head armor. On the tip of its snout is a patch of pale gray and both the upper and lower jaws have a small, tooth-like spike on each side. The top of its head is covered by an elaborate arrangement of scales. At the front of the headdress is an oval scale, which is yellow with a red heart-shape at the base. On either side of the front scale is a chain of four circular scales; the first three scales are red with yellow trim and the last scale is solid yellow. Three additional chains of plain yellow scales extend from the back of the headdress. Running down the front of its long neck is a line of overlapping scales: one solid gray at the top, three larger gray ones with yellow rims, and one solid yellow scale at the bottom. A thick yellow stripe with a rounded projection in the center runs across its chest. Covering its shoulders are tufts of spiky, white feathers with small, gray scales overlapping them. Four overlapping scales cover the tops of its arms: three are gray with yellow edges and the scales that cover its hands are red with yellow edges.

Kommo-o has four scaly chains, all of which consist of four scales, extending from just behind its shoulders. The two foremost chains are made of overlapping scales and have a solid gray scale at the top followed by three scales with yellow edges. The other two chains consist of only solid gray scales and do not appear to overlap. The lower halves of its legs are dark gray and there is a pale gray marking across each knee. Its hands have four yellow claws, while the feet have only three. A long line of slightly raised, pale gray scales runs down the center of its back to about halfway up its tapering tail. Near the tip of its tail are three sets of loose scales that increase in size near the tip. Each set is made up of four separate scales that encircle the tail; the two lower sets are solid yellow, while the set nearest the tip have gray centers. The very tip of its tail is pale gray.

Kommo-o, having completed its harsh training, returns to its birthplace to protect Jangmo-o. However, it only watches over them from a distance. The power of this Pokémon's uppercut is enough to send foes flying, so simply raising its arms can generate enough force to change its surroundings. According to legend, Kommo-o's glittering scales are meant to drive away a great darkness. The reason it seeks strong opponents is also said to be a quest for power to defeat the darkness. Its scales function as both offensive weapons and defensive shields. Because it does not wish to fight weak foes, it clangs its scales together when it senses someone approaching. Weak or cowardly opponents will panic at this sound and flee immediately.

While the anime showed that Kommo-o is capable of bipedal locomotion, the core series games since Generation VIII show that it vastly prefers to walk and run around by knuckle-walking.

A special Kommo-o in Alola serves as the Totem Pokémon for the Vast Poni Canyon's Island challenge. This Kommo-o possesses an energy that originates from Ultra Wormholes, which takes the form of a golden, flaring aura. This energy is called Z-Power.

Appearances[]

Origin[]

Kommo-o appears to be based on a theropod dinosaur with some traits from ankylosaurs. It may also be based on a monk. Kommo-o's tail bears resemblance to a khakkhara (monk staff), and it is even used in a similar fashion. The fact that it uses its scales to produce sound may also reference cymbals and castanets. Kommo-o also bears a striking resemblance to a pangolin. Additionally, Kommo-o may also be partly based on the Mo'o, a type of shapeshifting Hawaiian Dragon, as well as the Komodo dragon. It's snout bears resemblance to hatchets.

Kommo-o may be a combination of commotion (in reference to the noises produced by its scales) and mo'o (Hawaiian for lizard or dragon). It may also incorporate combat, commander, and komodo as in the Komodo dragon.

In-game Information[]

Pokédex Entries[]

Title Entry
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sun When it spots enemies, it threatens them by jingling the scales on its tail. Weak opponents will crack and flee in panic.
Pokémon Moon Its rigid scales function as offense and defense. In the past, its scales were processed and used to make weapons and other commodities.
Pokémon Ultra Sun When it howls after finishing off its prey, the metallic sounds of its celebrating comrades can be heard from all around.
Pokémon Ultra Moon It battles valiantly with its fists, which are armored in steel scales. Kommo-o specializes in uppercuts.
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sword It clatters its tail scales to unnerve opponents. This Pokémon will battle only those who stand steadfast in the face of this display.
Pokémon Shield Certain ruins have paintings of ancient warriors wearing armor made of Kommo-o scales.
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet It lets its arm hang, and then "quick as a flash" swings upward to land its specialty punch and send the opponent flying high into the sky.
Pokémon Violet It bashes its scales to test its opponents' mettle. The sound of struck Kommo-o scales frightens weaker foes and sends them running.


Game Locations[]

Title Location(s)
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sun
Vast Poni Canyon (S.O.S. Battles)
Pokémon Moon
Vast Poni Canyon (S.O.S. Battles)
Pokémon Ultra Sun
Vast Poni Canyon (S.O.S. Battles)
Pokémon Ultra Moon
Vast Poni Canyon (S.O.S. Battles)
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sword
Dusty Bowl (Wanderer)
Pokémon Shield
Trade
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet
Tera Raid Battles (5★, 6★)
Pokémon Violet
Tera Raid Battles (5★, 6★)

Evolution[]

Jangmo-o
Reach level 35
Hakamo-o
Reach level 45
Kommo-o
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Stats[]

Base Stats
HP 75
Attack 110
Defense 125
Sp. Attack 100
Sp. Defense 105
Speed 85
Total 600


Moveset[]

Main article: Kommo-o/moveset

Gallery[]

Renders[]

Renders
Sun Moon
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Sword Shield
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Scarlet Violet
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Trivia[]

  • Kommo-o has the lowest base HP of all Pseudo-legendary Pokémon, with 75.
  • Kommo-o is the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon with an exclusive Z-Move, Clangorous Soulblaze.
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