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Ludicolo(JP) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a Water/Grass type Pokémon that was introduced in the Third generation. It is the final form of Lotad.

Physiology and Behavior[]

Appearances[]

Main Pokémon games[]

Other Pokémon games[]

Super Smash Bros. series[]

Trophy descriptions[]

In the anime[]

In Once in a Mawile, Brock's Lombre evolved into a Ludicolo.

Origin and inspiration[]

Ludicolo seems to be based on a lily pad and the kappa. The colors and shape of its body are similar to various fruits such as a gourd, pineapple, or papaya. It also resembles a stereotypical Mexican folk dancer or mariachi performer with its sombrero-shaped head, poncho-like body hair, and dancing movements.

In-game information[]

Pokédex entries[]

Title Entry
Third Pokémon generation
Pokémon Ruby Ludicolo begins dancing as soon as it hears cheerful, festive music. This Pokémon is said to appear when it hears the singing of children on hiking outings.
Pokémon Sapphire Upon hearing an upbeat and cheerful rhythm, the cells in Ludicolo's body become very energetic and active. Even in battle, this Pokémon will exhibit an amazing amount of power.
Pokémon Emerald When it hears festive music, all the cells in its body become stimulated, and it begins moving in rhythm. It does not quail even when it faces a tough opponent.
Pokémon FireRed The rhythm of bright, festive music activates Ludicolo's cells, making it more powerful.
Pokémon LeafGreen The rhythm of bright, festive music activates Ludicolo's cells, making it more powerful.
Fourth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Diamond If it hears festive music, all its muscles fill with energy. It can't help breaking out into a dance.
Pokémon Pearl If it hears festive music, all its muscles fill with energy. It can't help breaking out into a dance.
Pokémon Platinum If it hears festive music, all its muscles fill with energy. It can't help breaking out into a dance.
Pokémon HeartGold If it hears festive music, it begins moving in rhythm in order to amplify its power.
Pokémon SoulSilver If it hears festive music, it begins moving in rhythm in order to amplify its power.
Fifth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Black If it hears festive music, all its muscles fill with energy. It can't help breaking out into a dance.
Pokémon White If it hears festive music, all its muscles fill with energy. It can't help breaking out into a dance.
Pokémon Black 2 If it hears festive music, all its muscles fill with energy. It can't help breaking out into a dance.
Pokémon White 2 If it hears festive music, all its muscles fill with energy. It can't help breaking out into a dance.
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X If it hears festive music, all its muscles fill with energy. It can't help breaking out into a dance.
Pokémon Y The rhythm of bright, festive music activates Ludicolo's cells, making it more powerful.
Pokémon Omega Ruby Ludicolo begins dancing as soon as it hears cheerful, festive music. This Pokémon is said to appear when it hears the singing of children on hiking outings.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Upon hearing an upbeat and cheerful rhythm, the cells in Ludicolo’s body become very energetic and active. Even in battle, this Pokémon will exhibit an amazing amount of power.
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sword The rhythm of bright, festive music activates Ludicolo's cells, making it more powerful.
Pokémon Shield If it hears festive music, it begins moving in rhythm in order to amplify its power.
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond If it hears festive music, all its muscles fill with energy. It can't help breaking out into a dance.
Pokémon Shining Pearl If it hears festive music, all its muscles fill with energy. It can't help breaking out into a dance.
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet There are structures throughout its whole body that produce energy when hit by sound waves with a cheerful rhythm.
Pokémon Violet Dancing with an upbeat rhythm energizes and emboldens it, letting it face any foe without fear.

Game locations[]

In the main games, Ludicolo is only available by evolving Lombre with a Water Stone.

Title Location(s)
Pokémon Shield
Dappled Grove
Bridge Field, Dappled Grove, Stony Wilderness (Max Raid Battle)
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet
Tera Raid Battles (5★, 6★)
Pokémon Violet
Tera Raid Battles (5★, 6★)

Evolution[]

Lotad
Reach level 14.
Lombre
Use Water Stone.
Ludicolo
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Base Stats[]

Base Stats
HP 80
Attack 70
Defense 70
Sp. Attack 90
Sp. Defense 100
Speed 70
Total 480

Moveset[]

Main article: Ludicolo/moveset

Gallery[]

Sprites[]

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Black White
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