'''Gliscor''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''グライオン''' ''Glion'') is a dual-type {{2t|Ground|Flying}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation IV]].
'''Gliscor''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''グライオン''' ''Glion'') is a dual-type {{2t|Ground|Flying}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation IV]].
It [[Evolution|evolve]]s from {{p|Gligar}} when [[level]]ed up while holding a [[Razor Fang]] during the [[Time#Time-based evolutions|night]].
It [[Evolution|evolve]]s from {{p|Gligar}} when [[level]]ed up while holding a [[Razor Fang]] during the [[Time-based Evolution|night]].
(Specifics may differ in past games. Refer to [[#Evolution data|Game data→Evolution data]] for these details.)
(Specifics may differ in past games. Refer to [[#Evolution data|Game data→Evolution data]] for these details.)
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===Evolution data===
===Evolution data===
Gliscor [[Evolution|evolve]]s from {{p|Gligar}} when [[level]]ed up while holding a [[Razor Fang]] during the [[Time#Time-based evolutions|night]]. In {{g|Legends: Arceus}}, Gliscor evolves from Gligar when exposed to a Razor Fang during the night.
Gliscor [[Evolution|evolve]]s from {{p|Gligar}} when [[level]]ed up while holding a [[Razor Fang]] during the [[Time-based Evolution|night]]. In {{g|Legends: Arceus}}, Gliscor evolves from Gligar when exposed to a Razor Fang during the night.
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==In the anime==
==In the anime==
[[File:Bertha Gliscor.png|thumb|250px|Gliscor in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
[[File:Bertha Gliscor.png|thumb|250px|Gliscor in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
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==In the manga==
==In the manga==
[[File:Blake Glisott.png|thumb|150px|Gliscor in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
[[File:Blake Glisott.png|thumb|150px|Gliscor in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===Darkrai Mission Story: Pokémon Ranger Vatonage - the Comic===
===Pokémon Ranger: The Comic – Shadows of Almia===
A Gliscor appeared in [[PRV4]] as one of the Pokémon [[Kincaid]] controlled.
A Gliscor appeared in [[PRV4]] as one of the Pokémon [[Kincaid]] controlled.
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* Gliscor, along with {{p|Electivire}}, {{p|Magmortar}}, and {{p|Tangrowth}}, were the only {{cat|Generation IV Pokémon}} that explicitly required the use of a [[Generation III]] game in order to be available until the release of {{game|Platinum}}. In this case, {{p|Gligar}} were only available through [[dual-slot mode]] with {{game|Emerald}}.
* Gliscor, along with {{p|Electivire}}, {{p|Magmortar}}, and {{p|Tangrowth}}, were the only {{cat|Generation IV Pokémon}} that explicitly required the use of a [[Generation III]] game in order to be available until the release of {{game|Platinum}}. In this case, {{p|Gligar}} were only available through [[dual-slot mode]] with {{game|Emerald}}.
* Gliscor can be seen as a parallel to {{p|Weavile}}. Both were introduced in [[Generation IV]], both of them are dual-types, have the same base stat total, have {{stat|Special Attack}} as their lowest stat, have double weaknesses (Gliscor to Ice, Weavile to Fighting), evolve from Pokémon that were introduced in [[Generation II]], and do so by leveling up at night while holding items that contain the word "razor" ({{p|Gligar}} evolves with [[Razor Fang]], whereas {{p|Sneasel}} evolves with [[Razor Claw]]).
* Gliscor can be seen as a parallel to {{p|Weavile}}. Both were introduced in [[Generation IV]], both of them are dual-types, have the same base stat total, have {{stat|Special Attack}} as their lowest stat, have double weaknesses (Gliscor to Ice, Weavile to Fighting), evolve from Pokémon that were introduced in [[Generation II]], and do so by leveling up at night while holding items that contain the word "razor" ({{p|Gligar}} evolves with [[Razor Fang]], whereas {{p|Sneasel}} evolves with [[Razor Claw]]).
* In [[Generation IX]], Gliscor is unable to learn {{m|Scale Shot}} via [[TM]], while its pre-evolution can.
Gliscor is a large, mainly blue-purple vampire bat-like Pokémon, partially clad in an insect-like carapace. Its legs have two toes and a slightly darker circular coloration on the underside, and its tail has two barbs, giving its tail the resemblance of a vampire's fangs. Its arms are red with thin striations and are completely detached from its black wings, and each is ended with large pincers. Its ears have discernible, red, chambered ear insides, and its eyes are yellow. It has six visible fangs in its mouth, and its waist, like its arms, is red and striated. Gliscor's body resembles an open mouth, with the pointed protrusions coming from its upper torso resembling fangs, further illustrating its vampiric qualities. It has a tendency to hang upside down from trees while watching its prey.
Gliscor feeds on the blood of other Pokémon species; grabbing prey using its tail, then biting their necks with its long, sharp fangs. It is even said to take pride once its prey is fully drained of blood. As shown in Riding the Winds of Change!, Gliscor, along with its unevolved form Gligar, can emit a sort of sound wave in order to detect obstacles and fly around them, similar to echolocation. Its legs appear to be not suitable for walking, so it can only perform short hops when on the ground. Gliscor hangs upside down while sleeping, much like other bat-like Pokémon, and it is nocturnal. It is capable of soundless flight; however, its wings cannot be flapped to the same extent that other Pokémon's wings can. Like Jumpluff and Wingull, Gliscor uses winds and updrafts to glide from place to place. When there is no wind, Gliscor climbs to the top of tall trees using its sharp raptorial claws and then glides from place to place. This practice is similar to flying squirrels. Gliscor is highly resistant against poisonous substances. It is extremely rare, but sometimes it is found in thick pine forests, swamps, and even alpine regions.
It glides soundlessly on pitch-black wings and sinks sharp fangs into the throat of its prey. It takes on a look of satisfaction once it has entirely drained its prey of blood.
Gliscor was hanging upside down from the rocks by its tail, searching the area around it. When it’s hunting prey, it glides through the air without making a sound.
Gliscor, the Fang Scorp Pokémon, and the evolved form of Gligar. It watches its prey as it hangs from trees by its tail and attacks from above when it sees the chance.
Gliscor is lighter than its pre-evolution, weighing in at only 93.7 lbs. (42.5 kg), while Gligar is 142.9 lbs. (64.8 kg). This is despite nearly doubling in size during evolution, from 3'07" (1.1 m) to 6'07" (2.0 m).
Gliscor can be seen as a parallel to Weavile. Both were introduced in Generation IV, both of them are dual-types, have the same base stat total, have Special Attack as their lowest stat, have double weaknesses (Gliscor to Ice, Weavile to Fighting), evolve from Pokémon that were introduced in Generation II, and do so by leveling up at night while holding items that contain the word "razor" (Gligar evolves with Razor Fang, whereas Sneasel evolves with Razor Claw).
Origin
Gliscor appears to be based on a combination of gargoyles, scorpions, and vampires, which in turn share traits with bats. It may also be based on the scorpionfly. Additionally, it shares features with the amikiri, a yokai with lobster or scorpion claws and the ability to fly.
Name origin
Gliscor and Glion may be combinations of glide and scorpion.
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