Mythical Pokémon Guide
Discover the rarest and most mysterious Pokémon in the world
✨ What are Mythical Pokémon?
Mythical Pokémon are a special group of rare Pokémon that are typically obtained through special events or distributions rather than normal gameplay. As of Generation IX, there are 23 Mythical Pokémon in total.
These extraordinary creatures are shrouded in mystery and legend, often playing pivotal roles in the Pokémon world's mythology. Unlike regular Pokémon, they're not usually found in the wild and require special circumstances to obtain.
🔑 Key Characteristics
Universal Traits
- •Most are genderless (except Heatran, Cresselia, and others)
- •Cannot evolve (Meltan → Melmetal is the only exception)
- •Cannot breed (except Manaphy can produce Phione)
- •Appear at the end of regional Pokédexes
Special Features
- •Usually have base stat totals of 600
- •Often star in Pokémon movies
- •Tied to special in-game events or lore
- •Psychic is the most common type
⚖️ Mythical vs. Legendary Pokémon
Mythical Pokémon
- Obtained through special events
- Not required for Pokédex completion
- Cannot be used in Battle facilities
- Smaller group (23 total)
Legendary Pokémon
- Found during normal gameplay
- Often required for story completion
- Can be used in some Battle facilities
- Larger group (60+ total)
📋 All Mythical Pokémon by Generation
23
Total Mythical
9
Generations
Psychic
Most Common Type
600
Avg Base Stats
Mew
The ancestor of all Pokémon, said to possess the genetic composition of all Pokémon.
Celebi
The time travel Pokémon that can travel across time.
Jirachi
The wish Pokémon that awakens once every thousand years.
Deoxys
A DNA Pokémon that came from space, with multiple forms.
Manaphy
Prince of the sea, can breed to produce Phione.
Phione
Sea drifter Pokémon, offspring of Manaphy.
Darkrai
The pitch-black Pokémon that causes nightmares.
Shaymin
The gratitude Pokémon with Land and Sky forms.
Arceus
The Alpha Pokémon, said to have created the universe.
Victini
The victory Pokémon that brings victory to trainers.
Keldeo
The colt Pokémon, member of the Swords of Justice.
Meloetta
The melody Pokémon with Aria and Pirouette forms.
Genesect
Ancient Pokémon modified by Team Plasma.
Diancie
The jewel Pokémon, a mutation of Carbink.
Hoopa
The mischief Pokémon with Confined and Unbound forms.
Volcanion
The steam Pokémon with a unique type combination.
Magearna
Artificial Pokémon created 500 years ago.
Marshadow
The gloomdweller Pokémon that hides in shadows.
Zeraora
The thunderclap Pokémon with incredible speed.
Meltan
The hex nut Pokémon, first Mythical that evolves.
Melmetal
Evolution of Meltan, revived after 3,000 years.
Zarude
The rogue monkey Pokémon that lives in packs.
Pecharunt
The subjugation Pokémon with toxic abilities.
🎁 How to Obtain Mythical Pokémon
Mystery Gift
Distributed through special codes or wireless events at specific locations or times.
Special Games
Some Mythical Pokémon are rewards for playing specific Pokémon spin-off games.
Movie Events
Often distributed during theatrical releases of Pokémon movies.
Retail Promotions
Available through partnerships with stores or purchasing specific products.
Pokémon GO
Some can be obtained through special research tasks in Pokémon GO.
DLC Content
Recent games include Mythical Pokémon in downloadable content expansions.
💡 Interesting Facts
First Mythical
Mew was the first Mythical Pokémon, introduced in Generation I.
Only Evolving Mythical
Meltan is the only Mythical Pokémon that can evolve (into Melmetal).
Breeding Exception
Manaphy is the only Mythical that can breed, producing Phione eggs.
Most Common Type
Psychic is the most common type among Mythical Pokémon.
Missing Types
No Ground, Ice, or Dragon-type Mythical Pokémon exist (excluding Arceus forms).
Base Stats
Most Mythical Pokémon have a base stat total of exactly 600.