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[[File:Latias Latios.png|thumb|250px|Artwork of Latias and Latios]]
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[[File:ORAS Latios Latias Southern Island.png|thumb|250px|Artwork from {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}]]
[[File:ORAS Latios Latias Southern Island.png|thumb|250px|Artwork from {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}]]
'''Eon duo'''<ref>[[ Legendary and Mythical Guidebook: Deluxe Edition]]</ref> is a term for the [[Legendary group|Legendary duo]] that consists of the {{pkmn|category|Eon Pokémon}} {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Latios}}. They are also referred to as '''Lati@s''' (as the symbol "@" looks like an "a" inside an "o") or the '''Lati twins'''. Along with the other [[Hoenn]] Legendary Pokémon, they share the category '''Hoennian Legends'''<ref>[[Pokémon Ultra Sun & Pokémon Ultra Moon: The Official Alola Region Strategy Guide]]</ref>
'''Eon duo'''<ref>[[Legendary and Mythical Guidebook: Deluxe Edition]]</ref> is a term for the [[Legendary duo]] that consists of the {{pkmn|category|Eon Pokémon}} {{p|Latias}} and {{p|Latios}}. They are also referred to as '''Lati@s''' (as the symbol "@" looks like an "a" inside an "o") or the '''Lati twins'''.


The two Eon Pokémon share the same [[type]]s, {{t|Dragon}} and {{t|Psychic}}; [[category]], "Eon Pokémon"; and [[Ability]], {{A|Levitate}}.
The two Eon Pokémon share the same [[type]]s, {{t|Dragon}} and {{t|Psychic}}; [[category]], "Eon Pokémon"; and [[Ability]], {{a|Levitate}}.


==In the core series games==
==In the core series games==
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===Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire===
===Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire===
Latias{{sup/3|R}}/Latios{{sup/3|S}} will start {{pkmn2|roaming}} the [[Hoenn]] region after the {{player}} enters the [[Hall of Fame]]. The other Eon Pokémon can be found on [[Southern Island]], if the player has the [[Eon Ticket]] required to unlock it.
Latios{{sup/3|R}}/Latias{{sup/3|S}} will start {{pkmn2|roaming}} the [[Hoenn]] region after the {{player}} enters the [[Hall of Fame]]. The other Eon Pokémon can be found on [[Southern Island]], if the player has the [[Eon Ticket]] required to unlock it.


===Pokémon Emerald===
===Pokémon Emerald===
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===Pokémon Black 2 and White 2===
===Pokémon Black 2 and White 2===
Latias{{sup/5|B2}}/Latios{{sup/5|W2}} appear in the [[Dreamyard]] after the player enters the [[Hall of Fame]] for the first time.
Latios{{sup/5|B2}}/Latias{{sup/5|W2}} appear in the [[Dreamyard]] after the player enters the [[Hall of Fame]] for the first time.


===Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire===
===Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire===
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===Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon===
===Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon===
Latias and Latios may be found in the [[Ultra Space Wilds]] by following a blue Ultra Wormhole to the Cave World during the [[Ultra Warp Ride]] minigame. Latios can be found in Ultra Sun, while Latias can be found in Ultra Moon.
Latias{{sup/6|UM}} and Latios{{sup/6|US}} may be found in the [[Ultra Space Wilds]] by following a blue Ultra Wormhole to the Cave World during the [[Ultra Warp Ride]] minigame.


===Pokémon Sword and Shield===
===Pokémon Sword and Shield===
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==In the spin-off games==
==In the spin-off games==
===Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series===
{{spoilers}}
In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]], as well as their [[remake]], {{pkmn|Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX|Rescue Team DX}}, Latios and Latias are part of a post-game side quest. Latios is first seen flying past the player's [[Team Base]], having stolen [[TM]]s from the [[Kecleon Shop]]. The player's team follows Latios to [[Northern Range]] and defeats him. He reveals that had stolen the TMs to help save Latias from [[Pitfall Valley]]. The player and partner rescue Latias from Pitfall Valley with the [[Teleport Gem]], reuniting her and Latios. Out of gratitude, the two of them agree to join the player's team.
In [[Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon]], Latios and Latias are seen fleeing from something as the player comes to visit the [[Air Continent]] for the first time. However, before they can reach their destination, they get turned to stone and crash-land into [[Mystical Forest]], where the player and partner find their petrified bodies. During the post-game, they express their gratitude at having been brought back from being turned to stone and [[Connection Orb|connect]] with the player's team.
{{endspoilers}}
===Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs===
In {{g|Ranger: Guardian Signs}}, Latias or Latios can be called with a [[Ranger Sign]] once the player progresses far enough as either {{ra|Ben}} or {{ra|Summer}}.
In {{g|Ranger: Guardian Signs}}, Latias or Latios can be called with a [[Ranger Sign]] once the player progresses far enough as either {{ra|Ben}} or {{ra|Summer}}.
{{-}}
 
===Pokkén Tournament===
In [[Pokkén Tournament]], Latios appears as a Support Pokémon in all versions of the game alongside {{p|Yveltal}}.
 
===Pokémon Masters EX===
Both Latias and Latios appear in [[Pokémon Masters EX]], forming [[sync pair]]s with the following Trainers:
 
{{PairDex/h|Dragon}}
{{PairDex|113|May|trainerlink=May (Masters)#Latias|trainerimg=May Anniversary 2022|sygna=Anniversary 2022|0380|Latias|gender=female|mega=Latiasite|form=[[Mega Evolution|Mega Latias]]|Psychic|Ice|Tech|exrole=Field|6|Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout}}
{{PairDex|018|Brendan|trainerlink=Brendan (Masters)#Latios|trainerimg=Brendan Sygna|sygna=[[Sygna suit|Sygna Suit]]|0381|Latios|pokemonlink=Latios (Pokémon)|gender=male|mega=Latiosite|form=[[Mega Evolution|Mega Latios]]|Dragon|Fairy|Support|6|Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout}}
|}


==In the anime==
==In the anime==
===Main series===
===Main series===
[[File:Eon duo anime.png|thumb|250px|Latios and Latias in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
[[File:Eon duo anime.png|thumb|250px|Latios and Latias in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
====Pokémon Heroes: Latios & Latias====
[[File:Hoopa Mega Latias.png|thumb|250px|Mega Latias in the anime]]
:''See also: [[Latias (M05)]] and [[Latios (M05)]]''
[[File:Hoopa Mega Latios.png|thumb|left|250px|Mega Latios in the anime]]
Latias and Latios debuted in ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes: Latios & Latias]]'', where they serve as the guardians of [[Alto Mare]] and protectors of the [[Soul Dew]]. Latias also displayed the ability to shape-shift into humans such as Alto Mare resident {{OBP|Bianca|M05}}. They were targeted by thieves {{OBP|Annie|M05}} and [[Oakley]], who desired possession of the Soul Dew. Latios was eventually captured by them, forcing Latias to enlist the assistance of {{Ash}}, who she seemed to have a crush on. Though they were able to rescue Latios and thwart Annie and Oakley's plans, the villainous pair's actions still endangered all of Alto Mare, forcing Latios to sacrifice himself and turn into the new Soul Dew, just like his father did in the past.
====[[Pokémon movie]]s====
{{main|Latios (M05)}}
{{main|Latias (M05)}}
Latias and Latios debuted in ''[[M05|Pokémon Heroes: Latios & Latias]]'', where they serve as the guardians of [[Alto Mare]] and protectors of the [[Soul Dew]]. Latias also displayed the ability to shape-shift into humans such as Alto Mare resident {{OBP|Bianca|M05}}. They were targeted by thieves {{OBP|Annie|M05}} and [[Oakley]], who desired possession of the Soul Dew. Latios was eventually captured by them, forcing Latias to enlist the assistance of {{Ash}}, who she seemed to have become very fond of in a short amount of time. Though they were able to rescue Latios and thwart Annie and Oakley's plans, the villainous pair's actions still endangered all of Alto Mare, forcing Latios to sacrifice himself and turn into the new Soul Dew.


====Hoopa and the Clash of Ages====
A Latias and Latios capable of [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]] both appeared in ''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]'', being summoned alongside a {{Shiny}} {{p|Rayquaza}} by {{an|Hoopa}} to protect it from the shadow {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Hoopa|Hoopa Unbound}}. The trio protected Hoopa from the shadow Hoopa and its reinforcements, [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}, Primal {{p|Kyogre}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Giratina}}, and {{p|Kyurem}}, in [[Dahara City]]. Eventually, the {{pkmn|battle}} ended after the shadow Hoopa was sealed in a [[Prison Bottle]], and Latias and Latios departed for their home.
A Latias and Latios capable of [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]] both appeared in ''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]'', being summoned alongside a {{Shiny}} {{p|Rayquaza}} by {{an|Hoopa}} to protect it from the shadow {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Hoopa|Hoopa Unbound}}. The trio protected Hoopa from the shadow Hoopa and its reinforcements, [[Primal Reversion|Primal]] {{p|Groudon}}, Primal {{p|Kyogre}}, {{p|Dialga}}, {{p|Palkia}}, {{p|Giratina}}, and {{p|Kyurem}}, in [[Dahara City]]. Eventually, the {{pkmn|battle}} ended after the shadow Hoopa was sealed in a [[Prison Bottle]], and Latias and Latios departed for their home.


====Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl====
====''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]''====
[[File:Hoopa Mega Latias.png|thumb|left|200px|Mega Latias in the anime]]
Latias and Latios have been shown to be owned by [[Pokémon Trainer]]s in the anime, despite them being [[Legendary Pokémon]].
[[File:Hoopa Mega Latios.png|thumb|200px|Mega Latios in the anime]]
 
In ''Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl'', Latias and Latios have been shown to be owned by [[Pokémon Trainer]]s in the anime, despite them being [[Legendary Pokémon]]. A Latios owned by {{si|Tobias}} was used in ''[[DP189|The Semi-Final Frontier!]]'', during the semifinals of the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. He was used in his {{pkmn|battle}} against {{Ash}}, where he defeated {{AP|Sceptile}} and {{AP|Swellow}}. He was then was defeated by {{AP|Pikachu}}, who was knocked out at the same time.
A Latios owned by {{si|Tobias}} was used in ''[[DP189|The Semi-Final Frontier!]]'', during the semifinals of the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]]. He was used in his {{pkmn|battle}} against {{Ash}}, where he defeated {{AP|Sceptile}} and {{AP|Swellow}}. He was then was defeated by {{AP|Pikachu}}, who was knocked out at the same time.


In addition, a Latias appeared in [[DPS02]], under the ownership of a [[Nurse Joy]] from the [[Pokémon Inspection Agency]]. She was used against [[Forrest]]'s {{p|Rhyperior}} in a {{pkmn|battle}} to test Forrest's capabilities as the potential {{FB|Gym|Leader}} of the [[Pewter Gym]], and won.
In addition, a Latias appeared in [[DPS02]], under the ownership of a [[Nurse Joy]] from the [[Pokémon Inspection Agency]]. She was used against [[Forrest]]'s {{p|Rhyperior}} in a {{pkmn|battle}} to test Forrest's capabilities as the potential {{FB|Gym|Leader}} of the [[Pewter Gym]], and won.
{{-}}
{{-}}


====Pokémon Journeys: The Series====
[[File:Latias anime.png|thumb|left|250px|Latias in ''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]'']]
:''See also: [[Latias (anime)]]''
[[File:Latios anime.png|thumb|250px|Latios in ''Pokémon Journeys: The Series'']]
A Latias appereared in ''[[JN137|The Road Most Traveled!]]'', where Ash encountered an injured Latias and helped her to recover, even saving her from being captured by {{TRT}}. At the end of the episode, she started to secretly follow Ash. In ''[[JN145|Rocket Revengers!]]'', she revealed herself to him and showed him a vision of a Latios in danger. After Latios had been saved in the [[JN146|next episode]], Latias bid Ash farewell and journeyed to Alto Mare with Latios.
====''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''====
{{-}}
{{main|Latias (anime)}}
A Latias appereared in ''[[JN137|The Road Most Traveled!]]'', where Ash encountered an injured Latias and helped her to recover, even saving her from being captured by {{TRT}}. At the end of the episode, she started to secretly follow Ash. In ''[[JN145|Rocket Revengers!]]'', she revealed herself to him and showed him a vision of a Latios in danger. After Latios had been saved in the [[JN146|next episode]], Latias bid Ash farewell and journeyed to Alto Mare with Latios. While flying around Alto Mare the duo pass the Latias from [[M05]].


===Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer===
===Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer===
A Mega Latias and Latios appeared in the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer]], under the ownership of {{ga|May}} and {{ga|Brendan}}, respectively. They were seen [[soaring in the sky]] with their Trainers.
A Mega Latias and Latios appeared in the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer]], under the ownership of {{ga|May}} and {{ga|Brendan}}, respectively. They were seen [[soaring in the sky]] with their Trainers.
{{-}}


==In the manga==
==In the manga==
[[File:Eon duo Adventures.png|thumb|220px|Latias and Latios in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
[[File:Eon duo Adventures.png|thumb|150px|Latias and Latios in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===Pokémon Adventures===
===Pokémon Adventures===
{{main|Eon duo (Adventures)}}
{{main|Eon duo (Adventures)}}
Latias and Latios have prominent roles in the {{MangaArc2|Emerald}} and {{MangaArc2|Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire}} arcs of the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga.
Latias and Latios have prominent roles in multiple arcs of the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga. They are long-time friends of {{adv|Emerald}} and can {{pkmn2|talking|talk}} telepathically.
 
===={{MangaArc|Emerald}}====
Latios and Latias appear frequently throughout the arc to support Emerald and his friends at the {{gdis|Battle Frontier|III}}. Latias uses her ability to disguise herself as a human to aid Emerald at various points, including during his [[Battle Pike]] challenge. During the climax of the arc, they also partake in the final confrontation against the villainous [[Guile Hideout]].
 
===={{MangaArc|Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire}}====
The duo reappears in this arc, though this time, Latios receives more focus than Latias. Having unlocked the ability to [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]], Latios helps {{adv|Ruby}} to traverse across Hoenn by [[soaring in the sky]]. He and Latias also briefly fight against {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Groudon}} and {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Kyogre}} when they are reawakened.
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==Related articles==
==See also==
* {{p|Latias}}
* {{p|Latias}}
* {{p|Latios}}
* {{p|Latios}}
==References==
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{{Legendary groups}}
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[[Category:Fanon terminology]]
[[Category:Legendary Pokémon|*]]
[[Category:Groups of Legendary and Mythical Pokémon]]


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[[fr:Duo éon]]

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Get it? Because the name is unknown. The subject of this article has no official name.
The name currently in use is a fan designator; see below for more information.
Artwork of Latias and Latios

Eon duo[1] is a term for the Legendary duo that consists of the Eon Pokémon Latias and Latios. They are also referred to as Lati@s (as the symbol "@" looks like an "a" inside an "o") or the Lati twins.

The two Eon Pokémon share the same types, Dragon and Psychic; category, "Eon Pokémon"; and Ability, Levitate.

In the core series games

Latias

380Latias.png
Latias
 Dragon  Psychic 
Levitate
HP Atk Def SpA SpD Spe
80 80 90 110 130 110
Main article: Latias (Pokémon)

Latias, the female Eon Pokémon, can be found without a special event item in Pokémon Sapphire, Emerald (depending on the player's choice), HeartGold, White 2, Alpha Sapphire, and Ultra Moon.

Latias's stats lean towards Defense, and it can augment its high Special Defense with its signature move, Mist Ball, which weakens the foe's Special Attack 50% of the time.

Latios

381Latios.png
Latios
 Dragon  Psychic 
Levitate
HP Atk Def SpA SpD Spe
80 90 80 130 110 110
Main article: Latios (Pokémon)

Latios, the male Eon Pokémon, can be found without a special event item in Pokémon Ruby, Emerald (depending on the player's choice), SoulSilver, Black 2, Omega Ruby, and Ultra Sun.

Latios has higher offensive stats, and can augment its high Special Attack with its signature move, Luster Purge, which has a 50% chance of lowering the target's Special Defense.

Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire

LatiosR/LatiasS will start roaming the Hoenn region after the player enters the Hall of Fame. The other Eon Pokémon can be found on Southern Island, if the player has the Eon Ticket required to unlock it.

Pokémon Emerald

Latias and Latios will start roaming the Hoenn region after the player enters the Hall of Fame. The player chooses which Eon Pokémon to appear based on their answer to their mom's question, with "Red" resulting in Latias appearing, and "Blue" resulting in Latios appearing. Like the previous two games, the other Eon Pokémon can be found on Southern Island, if the player has the Eon Ticket required to unlock it.

Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver

Latias and Latios can be obtained in the Kanto region after unlocking it. After talking to Steven in Vermilion City, LatiasHG/LatiosSS will start roaming Kanto. The player can also encounter LatiosHG/LatiasSS in Pewter City after obtaining the Enigma Stone.

Pokémon Black 2 and White 2

LatiosB2/LatiasW2 appear in the Dreamyard after the player enters the Hall of Fame for the first time.

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

LatiasAS/LatiosOR are obtained on Southern Island after beating a member of Team AquaAS/Team MagmaOR. The other Eon Pokémon can also be encountered on Southern Island as well after the player obtains the Eon Ticket and talks to Norman.

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

Latias and Latios may be found in the Ultra Space Wilds by following a blue Ultra Wormhole to the Cave World during the Ultra Warp Ride minigame.

Pokémon Sword and Shield

In The Crown Tundra, Latias and Latios be found at Max Lair during Dynamax Adventures. Latios can be found in Sword, while Latias can be found in Shield; however, the player can get the other Legendary by participating in other players' Dynamax Adventures.

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

Latias and Latios can be encountered by inserting the Soul Slate in the Soul Room at Ramanas Park after capturing the legendary giants. Two separate Soul Slates are needed to encounter both members.

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

In The Indigo Disk, Latias and Latios can be obtained via snacks from Snacksworth. Latias can be encountered in South Province (Area Four) after obtaining the Latias Treat, and Latios can be encountered in North Province (Area Two) after obtaining the Latios Treat. In Pokémon Violet, the player obtains the Latias Treat by completing 10 solo quests and the Latios Treat by completing 1 group quest. In Pokémon Scarlet, the player obtains the Latios Treat by completing 10 solo quests and the Latias Treat by completing 1 group quest.

Similar movesets

Lv. 380Latias.png
Latias
 Dragon  Psychic 
381Latios.png
Latios
 Dragon  Psychic 
1 Stored Power
Charm Dragon Dance
5 Helping Hand
10 Recover
15 Confusion
20 Tailwind
25 Dragon Breath
30 Wish Ally Switch
35 Mist Ball Luster Purge
40 Zen Headbutt
45 Dragon Pulse
50 Heal Pulse
55 Reflect Type Simple Beam
60 Psychic
65 Guard Split Power Split
70 Healing Wish Memento
75 Psycho Shift
Moves in bold are STAB. Moves in italics do no damage.


Similar base stats

Pokémon 380Latias.png
Latias
381Latios.png
Latios
HP
80
80
Attack
80
90
Defense
90
80
Sp. Attack
110
130
Sp. Defense
130
110
Speed
110
110
Total 600 600


Mega

Pokémon 380Latias-Mega.png
Latias
381Latios-Mega.png
Latios
HP
80
80
Attack
100
130
Defense
120
100
Sp. Attack
140
160
Sp. Defense
150
120
Speed
110
110
Total 700 700


In the spin-off games

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series

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In Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team, as well as their remake, Rescue Team DX, Latios and Latias are part of a post-game side quest. Latios is first seen flying past the player's Team Base, having stolen TMs from the Kecleon Shop. The player's team follows Latios to Northern Range and defeats him. He reveals that had stolen the TMs to help save Latias from Pitfall Valley. The player and partner rescue Latias from Pitfall Valley with the Teleport Gem, reuniting her and Latios. Out of gratitude, the two of them agree to join the player's team.

In Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon, Latios and Latias are seen fleeing from something as the player comes to visit the Air Continent for the first time. However, before they can reach their destination, they get turned to stone and crash-land into Mystical Forest, where the player and partner find their petrified bodies. During the post-game, they express their gratitude at having been brought back from being turned to stone and connect with the player's team.

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Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs

In Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs, Latias or Latios can be called with a Ranger Sign once the player progresses far enough as either Ben or Summer.

Pokkén Tournament

In Pokkén Tournament, Latios appears as a Support Pokémon in all versions of the game alongside Yveltal.

Pokémon Masters EX

Both Latias and Latios appear in Pokémon Masters EX, forming sync pairs with the following Trainers:

Dex Trainer NDex Pokémon Type Weakness Role EX role Base potential Availability
#113 VSMay Anniversary 2022 Masters.png Anniversary 2022
May
#0380 MastersIcon0380.png Latias
Bag Latiasite Sprite.png Mega Latias
Psychic
PsychicIC Masters.png
Ice
IceIC Masters.png
Masters Tech.png Masters Field.png ★★★★★☆EX Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout
#018 VSBrendan Sygna Masters.png Sygna Suit
Brendan
#0381 MastersIcon0381.png Latios
Bag Latiosite Sprite.png Mega Latios
Dragon
DragonIC Masters.png
Fairy
FairyIC Masters.png
Masters Support.png ★★★★★☆EX Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout

In the anime

Main series

Latios and Latias in the anime
Mega Latias in the anime
Mega Latios in the anime

Pokémon movies

Main article: Latios (M05)
Main article: Latias (M05)

Latias and Latios debuted in Pokémon Heroes: Latios & Latias, where they serve as the guardians of Alto Mare and protectors of the Soul Dew. Latias also displayed the ability to shape-shift into humans such as Alto Mare resident Bianca. They were targeted by thieves Annie and Oakley, who desired possession of the Soul Dew. Latios was eventually captured by them, forcing Latias to enlist the assistance of Ash, who she seemed to have become very fond of in a short amount of time. Though they were able to rescue Latios and thwart Annie and Oakley's plans, the villainous pair's actions still endangered all of Alto Mare, forcing Latios to sacrifice himself and turn into the new Soul Dew.

A Latias and Latios capable of Mega Evolving both appeared in Hoopa and the Clash of Ages, being summoned alongside a Shiny Rayquaza by Hoopa to protect it from the shadow Hoopa Unbound. The trio protected Hoopa from the shadow Hoopa and its reinforcements, Primal Groudon, Primal Kyogre, Dialga, Palkia, Giratina, and Kyurem, in Dahara City. Eventually, the battle ended after the shadow Hoopa was sealed in a Prison Bottle, and Latias and Latios departed for their home.

Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl

Latias and Latios have been shown to be owned by Pokémon Trainers in the anime, despite them being Legendary Pokémon.

A Latios owned by Tobias was used in The Semi-Final Frontier!, during the semifinals of the Lily of the Valley Conference. He was used in his battle against Ash, where he defeated Sceptile and Swellow. He was then was defeated by Pikachu, who was knocked out at the same time.

In addition, a Latias appeared in DPS02, under the ownership of a Nurse Joy from the Pokémon Inspection Agency. She was used against Forrest's Rhyperior in a battle to test Forrest's capabilities as the potential Leader of the Pewter Gym, and won.

Latios in Pokémon Journeys: The Series

Pokémon Journeys: The Series

Main article: Latias (anime)

A Latias appereared in The Road Most Traveled!, where Ash encountered an injured Latias and helped her to recover, even saving her from being captured by Team Rocket. At the end of the episode, she started to secretly follow Ash. In Rocket Revengers!, she revealed herself to him and showed him a vision of a Latios in danger. After Latios had been saved in the next episode, Latias bid Ash farewell and journeyed to Alto Mare with Latios. While flying around Alto Mare the duo pass the Latias from M05.

Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer

A Mega Latias and Latios appeared in the Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer, under the ownership of May and Brendan, respectively. They were seen soaring in the sky with their Trainers.

In the manga

Latias and Latios in Pokémon Adventures

Pokémon Adventures

Main article: Eon duo (Adventures)

Latias and Latios have prominent roles in multiple arcs of the Pokémon Adventures manga. They are long-time friends of Emerald and can talk telepathically.

Emerald arc

Latios and Latias appear frequently throughout the arc to support Emerald and his friends at the Battle Frontier. Latias uses her ability to disguise herself as a human to aid Emerald at various points, including during his Battle Pike challenge. During the climax of the arc, they also partake in the final confrontation against the villainous Guile Hideout.

Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire arc

The duo reappears in this arc, though this time, Latios receives more focus than Latias. Having unlocked the ability to Mega Evolve, Latios helps Ruby to traverse across Hoenn by soaring in the sky. He and Latias also briefly fight against Groudon and Kyogre when they are reawakened.

In the TCG

This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring the Latias and Latios in the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

Latias and Latios
Cards listed with a blue background are only legal to use in the current Expanded format.
Cards listed with a green background are legal to use in both the current Standard and Expanded formats.
Card Type English
Expansion
Rarity # Japanese
Expansion
Rarity #
Latias and Latios Colorless       J Promotional cards   002/J
 


See also

References

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