Tapu Fini

Tapu Fini
Tapu Bulu
788
Cosmog
Ability	Misty Surge Telepathy (Hidden)
First game	Pokémon Sun and Moon
Creator	Game Freak

Tapu Fini<sup>(JPJapanese: カプ・レヒレ

Romaji: Kapu-Rehire)</sup> is a Pokémon species of the series of the same name. It is a Water / Fairy Legendary Pokémon introduced in the seventh generation in Pokémon Sun and Moon. It is one of the Guardian deities and the guardian deity of Poni Island.

Physiology & Behavior

Tapu Fini is a vaguely swordfish-like Legendary Pokémon. Tapu Fini has a black body shaped similarly to a mermaid or fish. It has light blue eyes, white eyelids, and a light blue, fin-like marking around the outer corner of each eye. It has a white T-shaped marking on its forehead and a small, white V-shape on its chest. Around its shoulders are segmented purple rings and its long thin arms have webbed hands with three fingers. Each finger is tipped with a purple claw. On the front of its lower body is a light blue, fin-like projection with three spikes. It also has light blue fins on top of its head that resemble long, flowing hair.

Tapu Fini's main body resides inside a violet shell that resembles a swordfish head when closed. The top half of the shell has a fin with light blue webbing on top and a thin, pointed spine on the front. On each side of the top shell are two C-shaped markings facing each other to form a rough circle. One marking is white and one is light blue, but both are outlined in black. These markings form the "eye" of the swordfish. Along the edges of both shell halves are a series of white triangles with black outlines.

As the guardian of Poni Island, Tapu Fini can freely manipulate water and gains energy from ocean currents. To avoid harm to itself in battle, it shrouds its surroundings in a mysterious fog that sends its opponents into a self-destructive trance. The guardian also unleashes this fog as a test for those who seek the special water it can create, which is said to purify anything it touches. Many humans have attempted this trial, including those with ill intent; disgusted by this history, Tapu Fini does not care much for humans. Despite this, it is willing to help those who prove themselves worthy.

Origin

Tapu Fini's appearance when it closes its shell resembles a swordfish or a marlin. Its overall design is also similar to a tiki statue. When its shell is open, it resembles a mermaid or a siren. The hinged shell itself is similar to many bivalves. It may also be inspired by Kanaloa, one of the four major Hawaiian gods and god of the ocean. Kanaloa's association with the underworld may inspire the Ruins of Hope, Tapu Fini's shrine, said to be where "life ends its journey" and is called the Ruins of the Other Side in Japanese.

In-game Information

Pokédex Entries

Title	Entry
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sun	The dense fog it creates brings the downfall and destruction of its confused enemies. Ocean currents are the source of its energy.
Pokémon Moon	The guardian deity of Poni, it can control water. People say it can create pure water that will wash away any uncleanness.
Pokémon Ultra Sun	This guardian deity of Poni Island manipulates water. Because it lives deep within a thick fog, it came to be both feared and revered.
Pokémon Ultra Moon	Although it's called a guardian deity, terrible calamities sometimes befall those who recklessly approach Tapu Fini.

Game Locations

Title	Location(s)
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sun	Ruins of Hope (after becoming Champion)
Pokémon Moon	Ruins of Hope (after becoming Champion)
Pokémon Ultra Sun	Ruins of Hope (after becoming Champion)
Pokémon Ultra Moon	Ruins of Hope (after becoming Champion)
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sword	Max Lair (Dynamax Adventure)
Pokémon Shield	Max Lair (Dynamax Adventure)

Stats

Base Stats
HP	70
Attack	75
Defense	115
Sp. Attack	95
Sp. Defense	130
Speed	85
Total	570

Gallery

Renders
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