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'''Keldeo''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ケルディオ''' ''Keldeo'') is a dual-type {{2t|Water|Fighting}} [[ Mythical Pokémon]] introduced in [[Generation V]].
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'''Keldeo''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ケルディオ''' ''Keldeo'') is a dual-type {{2t|Water|Fighting}} [[legendary Pokémon]].


While it is not known to [[Evolution|evolve]] into or from any Pokémon, it has a [[Form differences#Keldeo|second form]], which is activated by triggering an event in the [[Pledge Grove]], where {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Virizion}}, and {{p|Terrakion}} teach it {{m|Secret Sword}}, and it changes its form permanently as long as it knows Secret Sword. Its original form, '''Ordinary Form''', will then become '''Resolute Form'''.
While it is not known to [[Evolution|evolve]] into or from any Pokémon, Keldeo has a second [[#Form data|form]]. When it knows the move {{m|Secret Sword}}, it changes from its original form, '''Ordinary Form''', to its '''Resolute Form'''.


Keldeo was {{n|Keldeo to be revealed in upcoming CoroCoro|leaked}} on a photo of a page from [[CoroCoro]] magazine on February 13, 2012, and it was officially revealed on [http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/02/120215_g01.html?a001=news February 15, 2012]. Its Resolute Form was officially revealed June 13, 2012.
(Specifics may differ in past games. Refer to [[#Form data|Game data&rarr;Form data]] for these details.)


Along with {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, and {{p|Virizion}}, Keldeo is a member of the [[Swords of Justice]].
Keldeo was {{n|Keldeo to be revealed in upcoming CoroCoro|leaked}} on a photo of a page from [[CoroCoro]] magazine on February 13, 2012, and it was officially revealed on [http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2012/02/120215_g01.html?a001=news February 15, 2012]. Its Resolute Form was officially revealed on June 13, 2012, and debuted in {{B2W2}}.
 
Along with {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, and {{p|Virizion}}, Keldeo is a member of the [[Swords of Justice]]. In the {{pkmn|anime}}, they are also associated with {{p|Kyurem}}.


==Biology==
==Biology==
===Physiology===
Keldeo is a quadrupedal, colt-like {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} with a cream-colored body. It has a short, rounded snout with large nostrils and blue eyes. It has a large, feathery red mane, long, dark blue, ridged eyebrow-like protrusions, and a single cream-colored horn that curves slightly. The back of its head, as well as its neck, is covered with fluffy, light blue fur. Keldeo has blue hooves placed backwards, which are capable of ejecting water. Its tail is light blue with white spots and resembles an elaborate feather in a cap.
Keldeo is pony-like, with a large, feathery red mane, long, dark blue, ridged eyebrow-like features, and a single cream-colored horn that is slightly curved. The back of its head, as well as its neck, has light blue-and-white-spotted coloration with spiky edges at the lower portion. Its body is cream-colored, with blue hooves. Its blue-and-white-spotted, lifted and feathery tail is comparable to an elaborate feather in a cap.


====Gender differences====
Long ago, a fire started in the [[Moor of Icirrus]] because of a war among people. In this fire, Keldeo was separated from its parents, but together, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, and {{p|Virizion}} took care of Keldeo. They acted as its parents, and they taught it knowledge and moves for survival. Keldeo eventually grew and even surpassed the three Pokémon. One day, Keldeo took off from the forest with no one knowing why. When the four met again, they taught Keldeo the move {{m|Secret Sword}}. Keldeo was trained by the other members of the [[Swords of Justice]].
Keldeo is a genderless species.


===Special abilities===
Keldeo tends to cross the world and often appears at beautiful watersides. Keldeo also travels in order to further improve itself through training. It can walk across the water by ejecting water from its hooves.
Keldeo has the ability to cross water by ejecting water from its hooves. It also changes into its Resolute Form when taught {{m|Secret Sword}} in [[Pledge Grove]].


===Behavior===
In [[Generation V]], {{m|Sacred Sword}} was one of its [[signature move]]s. Keldeo is the [[signature move|only known Pokémon]] capable of learning the move {{m|Secret Sword}}.
Keldeo tends to run about the entire world, running on the surface of seas and rivers.


===Habitat===
===Forms===
Keldeo appears at beautiful watersides.
Keldeo has two forms: Ordinary Form and Resolute Form.


===Diet===
Upon learning the move {{m|Secret Sword}}, Keldeo transforms from its Ordinary Form into its Resolute Form. The dark blue protrusions on its head become shorter and lighter in color, now resembling ears. Its horn becomes dark blue and grows larger and ridged. On the side of its head are three feathers colored aqua blue, green, and orange.
{{main|Pokémon food}}


==History==
Keldeo is at its full power when in Resolute Form. It is thought that when Keldeo becomes resolute, its body fills with power and it becomes swifter. Keldeo's jumping capabilities become fast to the point where it is hard to follow. The horn on its forehead is filled with hidden power. The horn can change into a sword that can cut through anything. It is said Keldeo must endure harsh battles in order for the forehead horn to develop, which then awakens its true power.
Long ago, a fire started in the [[Moor of Icirrus]] because of a war among people. In this fire, Keldeo was separated from its parents, but together, {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, and {{p|Virizion}} took care of Keldeo. They acted as its parents, and they taught it knowledge and moves for survival. Keldeo eventually grew and even surpassed the three Pokémon. One day, Keldeo took off from the forest with no one knowing why.
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When the three meet again, they teach Keldeo the move {{m|Secret Sword}}.
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| {{color|000|Ordinary Form}}
==In the anime==
| {{color|000|Resolute Form}}
[[File:Keldeo anime.png|thumb|250px|Keldeo in the anime]]
|-
===Major appearances===
| style="{{roundy|96px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{water color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:0647Keldeo.png|100px]]
====[[Keldeo (M15)]]====
| style="{{roundy|96px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{water color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:0647Keldeo-Resolute.png|100px]]
{{mov|Keldeo|Keldeo|15}} made its debut in the [[M15|fifteenth]] [[Pokémon movie]], being one of its stars along with {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Virizion}} and {{mov|Kyurem|Kyurem|15}}. In the film, it was training to learn how to use {{m|Sacred Sword}} so it could become one of the Sacred Swordsmen, but arrogantly picked a fight with Kyurem before it had learned the move. Keldeo becomes terrified and flees during the middle of the fight, but is pursued relentlessly by Kyurem, who is determined to finish their battle. Along with Cobalion, Terrakion, Virizion, and Kyurem, Keldeo can [[Talking Pokémon|speak through telepathy]].
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===Minor appearances===
 
==In the manga==
[[File:Keldeo PMBW.png|thumb|Keldeo in Pocket Monsters BW]]
===In the Pocket Monsters BW manga===
A Keldeo appears in {{OBP|Pocket Monsters BW|Kosaku Anakubo}}.
 
==In the TCG==
{{main|Keldeo (TCG)}}


==Game data==
==Game data==
===NPC appearance===
{{spoilers}}
* [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity]]: {{mdc|Keldeo|gti}} is an important character in the storyline. He was once a friend of {{mdc|Virizion|gti}}, and a [[Magnagate]] savant. He was imprisoned in [[Glacier Palace]], and there he wrote a letter to Virizion, telling her that they weren't friends anymore. This letter caused Virizion to stop believing in friends. After being rescued by {{mdc|Umbreon and Espeon|gti}}, he apologizes to Virizion for writing the letter. He joins the player's team after the player returns to the human world.
{{endspoilers}}


===Pokédex entries===
===Pokédex entries===
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{{Dex/NE|[[Generation VII]]}}
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{{Dex/Gen/3|gen=VIII|reg1=Galar|reg2=Sinnoh|reg3=Hisui}}
{{Dex/NE|[[Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl|Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl]], and [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus|Legends: Arceus]]}}
{{Dex/Form|Ordinary Form}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sword|t=FFF|entry={{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, and {{p|Virizion}} taught this Pokémon how to fight. It dashes across the world, seeking more opportunities to further its training.{{tt|*|Pokédex entry only found in Pokémon HOME}}}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Shield|t=FFF|entry=They say that Keldeo must survive harsh battles and fully develop the horn on its forehead before this Pokémon's true power will awaken.{{tt|*|Pokédex entry only found in Pokémon HOME}}}}
{{Dex/Form|Resolute Form}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sword|t=FFF|entry=Keldeo has strengthened its resolve for battle, filling its body with power and changing its form.{{tt|*|Pokédex entry only found in Pokémon HOME}}}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Shield|t=FFF|entry=The power that lay hidden in its body now covers its horn, turning it into a sword that can slice through anything.{{tt|*|Pokédex entry only found in Pokémon HOME}}}}
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{{Dex/Gen/3|gen=IX|reg1=Paldea|reg2=Kitakami|reg3=Blueberry}}
{{Dex/NE|[[Generation IX]]}}
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===Game locations===
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====In side games====
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====In events====
====In events====
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{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev5|BWB2W2}}|Shokotan Keldeo|Japanese|Japan and Taiwan|15|June 23 to October 20, 2012|link=List of local Japanese event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Shokotan Keldeo}}
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{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev5|BWB2W2}}|Sacred Swordsman Keldeo|Korean|South Korea|15|December 11, 2012 to January 6, 2013|link=List of local Korean event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Sacred Swordsman Keldeo}}
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{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev5|B2W2}}|Winter 2013 Keldeo|English|Wi-Fi|50|January 25 to February 12, 2013|link=List of Wi-Fi English event Pokémon distributions in Generation V#Winter 2013 Keldeo}}
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{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|ORAS}}|Pokémon Scrap Keldeo|Japanese region|Online|15|December 1, 2014 to May 15, 2015|link=List of Japanese region serial code event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Keldeo}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|ORAS}}|Strategy Guide Keldeo|Korean region|Online|15|February 25, 2015 to January 31, 2016|link=List of Korean region serial code event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Strategy Guide Keldeo}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|XYORAS}}|Pokémon 20th Anniversary Keldeo|American region|Online|100|October 1 to 24, 2016|link=List of American region Nintendo Network event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Keldeo}}
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===Held items===
===Held items===
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===Stats===
===Stats===
====Base stats====
====Base stats====
{{BaseStats|
{{BaseStats
type=Water|
|type=Water
type2=Fighting |
|type2=Fighting
HP=    91 |
|HP=    91
Attack= 72 |
|Attack= 72
Defense=90 |
|Defense=90
SpAtk= 129 |
|SpAtk= 129
SpDef=  90 |
|SpDef=  90
Speed= 108 }}
|Speed= 108}}


===Type effectiveness===
===Type effectiveness===
{{Type effectiveness|
{{TypeEffectiveness
type1=Water|
|type1=Water
type2=Fighting|
|type2=Fighting
Normal=  100 |
|Normal=  100
Fighting=100 |
|Fighting=100
Flying=  200 |
|Flying=  200
Poison=  100 |
|Poison=  100
Ground=  100 |
|Ground=  100
Rock=    50 |
|Rock=    50
Bug=      50 |
|Bug=      50
Ghost=  100 |
|Ghost=  100
Steel=    50 |
|Steel=    50
 
|Fire=    50
Fire=    50 |
|Water=    50
Water=    50 |
|Grass=  200
Grass=  200 |
|Electric=200
Electric=200 |
|Psychic= 200
Psychic= 200 |
|Ice=      50
Ice=      50 |
|Dragon=  100
Dragon=  100 |
|Dark=    50
Dark=    50 |
|Fairy=  200
}}
}}


===Learnset===
===Learnset===
Keldeo is available in {{pkmn|Scarlet and Violet}} Version 3.0.0+.
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
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{{learnlist/level5|Start|Aqua Jet|Water|Physical|40|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level9|1|Aqua Jet|Water|Physical|40|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|Start|Leer|Normal|Status|&mdash;|100|30}}
{{learnlist/level9|1|Leer|Normal|Status||100|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|7|Double Kick|Fighting|Physical|30|100|30||'''}}
{{learnlist/level9|1|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|13|BubbleBeam|Water|Special|65|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level9|1|Work Up|Normal|Status|—|—|30}}
{{learnlist/level5|19|Take Down|Normal|Physical|90|85|20}}
{{learnlist/level9|1|Secret Sword|Fighting|Special|85|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|25|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|20}}
{{learnlist/level9|7|Bubble Beam|Water|Special|65|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|31|Retaliate|Normal|Physical|70|100|5}}
{{learnlist/level9|14|Quick Guard|Fighting|Status|||15}}
{{learnlist/level5|37|Aqua Tail|Water|Physical|90|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level9|21|Double Kick|Fighting|Physical|30|100|30||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|43|Sacred Sword|Fighting|Physical|90|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/level9|28|Retaliate|Normal|Physical|70|100|5}}
{{learnlist/level5|49|Swords Dance|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|30}}
{{learnlist/level9|35|Aqua Tail|Water|Physical|90|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|55|Quick Guard|Fighting|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|15}}
{{learnlist/level9|42|Take Down|Normal|Physical|90|85|20}}
{{learnlist/level5|61|Work Up|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|30}}
{{learnlist/level9|49|Sacred Sword|Fighting|Physical|90|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level5|67|Hydro Pump|Water|Special|120|80|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/level9|56|Swords Dance|Normal|Status|||20}}
{{learnlist/level5|73|Close Combat|Fighting|Physical|120|100|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/level9|63|Hydro Pump|Water|Special|110|80|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelf|Keldeo|Water|Fighting|5|5}}
{{learnlist/level9|70|Close Combat|Fighting|Physical|120|100|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelf/9|Keldeo|Water|Fighting|5}}


====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
====By [[TM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh|Keldeo|Water|Fighting|5|5}}
{{learnlist/tmh/9|Keldeo|Water|Fighting|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM04|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM001|Take Down|Normal|Physical|90|85|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM05|Roar|Normal|Status|&mdash;|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM007|Protect|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|&mdash;|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM011|Water Pulse|Water|Special|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM07|Hail|Ice|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM012|Low Kick|Fighting|Physical||100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|&mdash;|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM020|Trailblaze|Grass|Physical|50|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM12|Taunt|Dark|Status|&mdash;|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM022|Chilling Water|Water|Special|50|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM025|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM027|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM032|Swift|Normal|Special|60|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM20|Safeguard|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|25}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM034|Icy Wind|Ice|Special|55|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|&mdash;|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM047|Endure|Normal|Status|||10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|&mdash;|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM049|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM050|Rain Dance|Water|Status|||5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM33|Reflect|Psychic|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM053|Smart Strike|Steel|Physical|70||10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|&mdash;|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM057|False Swipe|Normal|Physical|40|100|40}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM058|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM065|Air Slash|Flying|Special|75|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM070|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|||10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM52|Focus Blast|Fighting|Special|120|70|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM074|Reflect|Psychic|Status|||20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM54|False Swipe|Normal|Physical|40|100|40}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM083|Poison Jab|Poison|Physical|80|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM55|Scald|Water|Special|80|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM085|Rest|Psychic|Status|—|—|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM67|Retaliate|Normal|Physical|70|100|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM087|Taunt|Dark|Status|—|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM088|Swords Dance|Normal|Status|||20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM71|Stone Edge|Rock|Physical|100|80|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM103|Substitute|Normal|Status|||10}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM75|Swords Dance|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|30}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM105|X-Scissor|Bug|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM110|Liquidation|Water|Physical|85|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM81|X-Scissor|Bug|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM112|Aura Sphere|Fighting|Special|80||20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM83|Work Up|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|30}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM123|Surf|Water|Special|90|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM84|Poison Jab|Poison|Physical|80|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM129|Calm Mind|Psychic|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|&mdash;|90|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM130|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM132|Baton Pass|Normal|Status|—|—|40}}
{{learnlist/tm5|TM94|Rock Smash|Fighting|Physical|40|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM134|Reversal|Fighting|Physical||100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM01|Cut|Normal|Physical|50|95|30}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM142|Hydro Pump|Water|Special|110|80|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM03|Surf|Water|Special|95|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM150|Stone Edge|Rock|Physical|100|80|5}}
{{learnlist/tm5|HM04|Strength|Normal|Physical|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM152|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tmf|Keldeo|Water|Fighting|5|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM158|Focus Blast|Fighting|Special|120|70|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM163|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM167|Close Combat|Fighting|Physical|120|100|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM171|Tera Blast|Normal|Special|80|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM172|Roar|Normal|Status|||20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM184|Vacuum Wave|Fighting|Special|40|100|30||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM196|Flip Turn|Water|Physical|60|100|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM202|Pain Split|Normal|Status|—|—|20}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM203|Psych Up|Normal|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM204|Double-Edge|Normal|Physical|120|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM209|Muddy Water|Water|Special|90|85|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM213|Coaching|Fighting|Status|—|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tm9|TM229|Upper Hand|Fighting|Physical|65|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmf/9|Keldeo|Water|Fighting|5}}


====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh|Keldeo|Water|Fighting|5|5}}
{{learnlist/breedh/9|Keldeo|Water|Fighting|5}}
{{learnlist/breed5null}}
{{learnlist/breed9null}}
{{learnlist/breedf|Keldeo|Water|Fighting|5|5}}
{{learnlist/breedf/9|Keldeo|Water|Fighting|5}}


====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
===Side game data===
{{learnlist/tutorh|Keldeo|Water|Fighting|5|5}}
====Ordinary Form====
{{learnlist/tutor5|Aqua Tail|Water|Physical|90|90|10||'''|no|yes}}
{{Spindata/Head|type=Water|type2=Fighting}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Bounce|Flying|Physical|85|85|5|||no|yes}}
{{Spindata/PSMD|col=6|type=Water|ndex=647
{{learnlist/tutor5|Covet|Normal|Physical|60|100|40|||no|yes}}
|coset=3
{{learnlist/tutor5|Endeavor|Normal|Physical|&mdash;|100|5|||no|yes}}
|conto={{p|Virizion}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Helping Hand|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|20|||no|yes}}
|recruitment=Rescue
{{learnlist/tutor5|Icy Wind|Ice|Special|55|95|15|||no|yes}}
|P1=Adventures are simply exciting! I get to see all kinds of stuff!
{{learnlist/tutor5|Last Resort|Normal|Physical|140|100|5|||no|yes}}
|P2=This may be troubling, but it's not the time for whining! Let's give it our all!
{{learnlist/tutor5|Secret Sword|Fighting|Special|85|100|10|{{tt|*|Fateful encounter only}}|'''|yes|yes}}
}}
{{learnlist/tutor5|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|10|||no|yes}}
|-
{{learnlist/tutor5|Snore|Normal|Special|40|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{Spindata/RumbleRush|col=6|type=Water|ndex=647
{{learnlist/tutor5|Superpower|Fighting|Physical|120|100|5||'''|no|yes}}
|walk=1.11
{{learnlist/tutorf|Keldeo|Water|Fighting|5|5}}
|hp=58
|attack=83
|defense=57
|speed=70
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Battle Trozei|col=3|type=Water|ndex=647
|power=3
|skill=Power of Six
|skilldesc=Increases the damage dealt by matching six Pokémon.
}}
{{Spindata/Shuffle|col=3|type=Water|ndex=647|num=168
|min=60
|max=105
|raisemaxlevel=5
|skill=Block Smash
|skilldesc=Clears one unbreakable-block disruption without fail.
|swapper=Flash Mob
}}
|-
{{Spindata/GO|col=6|type=Water|ndex=647
|hatch=N/A
|buddy=20<!--
|candy=Keldeo-->
|evolution=N/A
|stamina=209
|attack=260
|defense=192
|fast={{m|Poison Jab}}, {{m|Low Kick}}
|special={{m|Aqua Jet}}, {{m|Close Combat}}, {{m|Hydro Pump}}, {{m|X-Scissor}}, {{m|Sacred Sword}}
}}
|}
 
====Resolute Form====
{{Spindata/Head|type=Water|type2=Fighting}}
{{Spindata/PSMD|col=6|type=Water|ndex=647R
|coset=3
|conto={{p|Virizion}}
|recruitment=Rescue
|P1=Adventures are simply exciting! I get to see all kinds of stuff!
|P2=This may be troubling, but it's not the time for whining! Let's give it our all!
}}
|-
{{Spindata/RumbleRush|col=6|type=Water|ndex=647R
|walk=1.11
|hp=58
|attack=83
|defense=57
|speed=70
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Shuffle|type=Water|ndex=647R|stype=Fighting|num=168
|min=60
|max=135
|raisemaxlevel=20
|skill=Power of 4+
|skilldesc=Deals even more damage when you make a match of four.
|swapper=Cross Attack+
}}
|-
{{Spindata/GO|col=6|type=Water|ndex=647R
|hatch=N/A
|buddy=20<!--
|candy=Keldeo-->
|evolution=N/A
|stamina=209
|attack=260
|defense=192
|fast={{m|Poison Jab}}, {{m|Low Kick}}
|special={{m|Aqua Jet}}, {{m|Close Combat}}, {{m|Hydro Pump}}, {{m|X-Scissor}}, {{m|Sacred Sword}}
}}
|}
 
===Form data===
Keldeo has two interchangeable forms: Ordinary Form and Resolute Form. These forms are mostly cosmetic. The Resolute Form was introduced in {{B2W2}}.
 
If Keldeo is taught {{m|Secret Sword}}, it will change into its Resolute Form. If it forgets Secret Sword, it returns to its Ordinary Form. Keldeo knowing Secret Sword in {{game|Black and White|s}} remain in its Ordinary Form when [[trade]]d or [[transfer]]red to later games, though in {{g|Sword and Shield}}, an Ordinary Form Keldeo that knows Secret Sword will change to Resolute Form if it is in the [[party]] at the end of a {{pkmn|battle}}, or upon learning or forgetting any [[move]] other than Secret Sword.


===Side game data===
In addition, Resolute Form Keldeo knowing Secret Sword in {{B2W2}} cannot be traded to Pokémon Black and White as there is no data for the form in those games. In order to be transferred to Pokémon Black and White, Keldeo must forget Secret Sword.


===Evolution===
{{Evobox/Formes
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===Evolution data===
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===Sprites===
===Sprites===
{{Sprite|
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{{Spritebox/Footer|647|Keldeo}}
 
==In the anime==
[[File:Keldeo anime.png|thumb|left|250px|Ordinary Form Keldeo in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
[[File:Keldeo M15 Resolute.png|thumb|250px|Resolute Form Keldeo in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
===Main series===
====Major appearances====
=====[[Keldeo (M15)]]=====
Keldeo debuted in ''[[M15|Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice]]''. In the {{pkmn|movie}}, it was training in order to learn how to use {{m|Sacred Sword}} so it could become one of the {{OBP|Swords of Justice|M15}}. Along with the other [[Legendary Pokémon]] present in the movie, Keldeo can [[Talking Pokémon|speak through telepathy]].
 
====Minor appearances====
 
===GOTCHA!===
A Keldeo briefly appeared in its Ordinary Form as a silhouette in [[GOTCHA!]].
 
==In the manga==
[[File:PS519.png|thumb|200px|Keldeo in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
[[File:Blake Kelden Resolute.png|thumb|200px|Resolute Form Keldeo in Pokémon Adventures]]
===Movie adaptations===
{{main|Keldeo (M15)}}
Keldeo appeared in {{ma|Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice}}.
 
===Pocket Monsters B2 W2 ~ A New Legend ~===
A Keldeo appeared in [[ANL1]].
 
===Pocket Monsters BW===
A Keldeo appeared in [[PMBW30]].
 
===Pokémon Adventures===
{{main|Kelden}}
{{main|Swords of Justice (Adventures)}}
Keldeo debuted at the [[Pledge Grove]], where it waited for Cobalion, Terrakion, and Virizion to arrive and teach it {{m|Sacred Sword}}. After acquiring the [[move]], Keldeo follows its mentors to where they would confront the [[Shadow Triad]] who tried to capture the trio earlier, which was near the [[P2 Laboratory]]. There, the Shadow Triad are locked in combat with [[Cilan]], [[Chili]], and [[Cress]], the Striaton Gym Leaders. It first appeared in ''[[PS515|The Shadow Triad]]''.
 
In the {{MangaArc|Black 2 & White 2}}, it was recruited by {{adv|Blake}} and nicknamed Kelden.
{{-}}
 
==In the TCG==
{{main|Keldeo (TCG)}}
==Other appearances==
[[File:Keldeo SSB4.png|thumb|left|240px|Keldeo in [[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U|Super Smash Bros. for 3DS.]]]]
[[File:Keldeo Secret Sword SSB4.png|thumb|240px|Keldeo using {{m|Secret Sword}} in [[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U|Super Smash Bros. for 3DS.]]]]
===[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U]]===
Resolute Form Keldeo appears as a {{i|Poké Ball}} summon in both the 3DS and Wii U versions of the game. It slashes opponents with {{m|Secret Sword}}.
 
[[File:Keldeo 3DS trophy SSB4.png|thumb|150px|Keldeo trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. for 3DS'']]
Keldeo also appears in Resolute Form as a trophy in both versions of the game.
 
====Trophy information====
'''NA''': ''This Water/Fighting-type Pokémon is a lot like a multicolored unicorn. In its Resolute Form, its horn will grow longer and its vision is keener. It is this Form that appears on the battlefields of Smash Bros. Be wary of its Secret Sword attack—Keldeo's charge will send anyone hit flying. ''
 
'''PAL''': ''The Mythical Pokémon Keldeo looks a lot like a multicoloured unicorn. In its Resolute Form, its horn grows longer and its vision improves. It can also use Secret Sword in that Form, and that's what it will do in this game. If Keldeo starts charging after you, watch out - that huge horn will send you flying!''
 
===[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]===
Keldeo returns as a Pokémon summoned from the Poké Ball, retaining its behavior from the previous game. Keldeo also appears as a {{sbw|Spirit}} in both its {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Keldeo|Ordinary and Resolute Forms}}.
{{-}}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
[[File:Keldeo event art.png|thumb|220px|Keldeo in its Ordinary Form]]
[[File:Keldeo event art.png|thumb|220px|Keldeo in its Ordinary Form]]
* As the fourth member of the [[Swords of Justice]], it shares several traits with them, but is somewhat different in a number of ways:
* As the fourth member of the [[Swords of Justice]], Keldeo shares several traits with them, but is somewhat different in a number of ways:
** Unlike the others, Keldeo is unable to learn {{m|Quick Attack}}. Instead, it is capable of learning {{m|Aqua Jet}}, a [[move variations|variation]] of Quick Attack.
** Unlike the others, Keldeo can't learn {{m|Quick Attack}}. Instead, it can learn {{m|Aqua Jet}}, a [[move variations|variation]] of Quick Attack.
** The moves that Keldeo learns by level have higher base powers than the moves learned by the other Swords of Justice.
** The moves that Keldeo learns by level have higher base powers than the moves learned by the other Swords of Justice.
** Keldeo learns {{m|Sacred Sword}} one level later than the other three.
** Prior to [[Generation VIII]], Keldeo learned {{m|Sacred Sword}} at a higher level than the others.
** Keldeo is not listed near the other three in [[National Pokédex]] order.
** It distributes {{EV}}s for three different stats ({{stat|Special Attack}}, {{stat|Special Defense}}, and {{stat|Speed}}) as opposed to a single stat.
** Its legs seem to be stylized after animal legs and hooves, unlike the others, which seem to have boots.
** Its legs seem to be stylized after animal legs and hooves, unlike the others, which seem to have boots.
* Keldeo has the highest {{stat|Special Attack}} of all {{type|Fighting}} Pokémon.
** Keldeo isn't listed near the other three in [[National Pokédex]] order.
* Keldeo, along with {{p|Meloetta}}, are the only {{pkmn2|event}}-exclusive [[legendary Pokémon]] to learn their [[signature move]]s from an external source.
** Keldeo's name doesn't end with -ion.
* Keldeo has the lowest base stat total of all event-exclusive legendary Pokémon, excluding {{p|Phione}}, whose legendary status is disputed.
** Keldeo is a Mythical Pokémon, and not a Legendary.
* Its trait of running across water mirrors {{p|Suicune}}, another quadrupedal {{type|Water}} legendary Pokémon.
** Keldeo does not have a [[Paradox Pokémon]] counterpart.
* Despite Keldeo not being legitimately available in {{g|Black and White}}, the Legendary Pokémon battle theme and the Swords of Justice intro play when Keldeo is battled in-game via [[cheating]].
* Keldeo, along with {{p|Meloetta}}, are the only [[Mythical Pokémon]] to learn their [[signature move]]s from an external source.
* Keldeo shares its trait of running across water with {{p|Suicune}}, another quadrupedal {{type|Water}} Pokémon.
* Keldeo is the lightest and smallest of the Swords of Justice.
* Keldeo's {{stat|Attack}} and {{stat|Special Attack}} stats are the reverse of {{p|Terrakion}}'s, while their other stats are identical.


===Origin===
===Origin===
Keldeo is most likely based on the legend of the {{wp|kelpie}}, a supernatural water horse that sometimes appeared as a lost pony. Keldeo is also likely based on the {{wp|Qilin|kirin}} also referred to as the "Chinese {{wp|unicorn}}" which are often depicted with a single backwards curving horn and posses the ability to walk on water. Keldeo also draw inspiration by the character of {{wp|d'Artagnan}} from the novel ''{{wp|The Three Musketeers}}''. Like d'Artagnan, it is the latest and youngest addition to the group. Keldeo's tail also resembles d'Artagnan's trademark feathered cap.
Keldeo is most likely based on the {{wp|Scotland|Scottish}} legend of the {{wp|kelpie}}, a supernatural water horse that sometimes appeared as a lost pony. This is evidenced by the fact that Keldeo appears in the [[Crown Tundra]], an area based on Scotland. Keldeo is also likely based on the {{wp|Qilin|kirin}}, also referred to as the "Chinese {{wp|unicorn}}", which are often depicted with a single backward curving horn and the ability to walk on water.
 
Story-wise, as the rest of the [[Swords of Justice]] draw inspiration from the main characters of ''{{wp|The Three Musketeers}}'', Keldeo may draw inspiration from the character of {{wp|d'Artagnan}} from the novel. Like d'Artagnan, Keldeo is the latest and youngest addition to the group. Keldeo's tail also resembles d'Artagnan's trademark feathered cap.
 
The three feathers on Resolute Form Keldeo's head may symbolize its three companions and teachers: blue for {{p|Cobalion}}, yellow for {{p|Terrakion}}, and green for {{p|Virizion}}.


====Name origin====
====Name origin====
Keldeo may be derived from ''kelda'' ({{wp|Old Norse}} for ''spring/fountain'') or may be a combination of ''{{wp|kelpie}}'', (a water horse from Celtic folklore) and ''{{wp|rodeo}}'' (a sport involving skills with horses, cows, and other livestock).
Keldeo may be a combination of ''{{wp|kelpie}}'' (a water horse from Celtic folklore), ''kelda'' ({{wp|Old Norse}} for well or spring), and ''{{wp|rodeo}}'' (a sport involving skills with horses, cows, and other livestock). It may also involve ''dio'' (Italian for god).


==In other languages==
==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=water|type2=fighting
{{Other languages|type=water|type2=fighting
|ja=ケルディオ ''Keldeo''|jameaning=From ''{{wp|kelpie}}'' and possibly ''rodeo''
|ja=ケルディオ ''Keldeo''|jameaning=From ''{{wp|kelpie}}'', ''{{tt|kelda|Old Norse for well}}'', ''rodeo'', and possibly ''{{tt|dio|Italian for god}}''
|fr=Keldeo|frmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|fr=Keldeo|frmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|es=Keldeo|esmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|es=Keldeo|esmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|de=Keldeo|demeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|de=Keldeo|demeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|it=Keldeo|itmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|it=Keldeo|itmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|ko=케르디오 ''Kereudio''|komeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name
|ko=케르디오 ''Keldeo''|komeaning=Transcription of Japanese name
|zh_cmn=凱路迪歐 / 凯路迪欧 ''Kǎilùdí'ōu''|zh_cmnmeaning=Transliteration of Japanese name
|zh_cmn=凱路迪歐 / 凯路迪欧 ''Kǎilùdí'ōu''|zh_cmnmeaning=Transcription of Japanese name
|zh_yue=凱路迪歐 ''Hóilouhdihk'āu''|zh_yuemeaning=Mandarin-based transcription of Japanese name
|hi=केल्डियो ''Keldeo''|himeaning=Transcription of English/Japanese name
|ru=Кельдио ''Kel'dio''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name
|th=เคลดิโอ ''Khledio''|thmeaning=Transcription of Japanese name
}}
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''Ordinary Form''
{{langtable
|color={{water color}}|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|ja=いつものすがた ''{{tt|Itsumono Sugata|Usual Form}}''
|zh_yue=平常的樣子 ''{{tt|Pìhngsèuhng-dīk Yeuhngjí|Usual Form}}''
|zh_cmn=平常的樣子 / 平常的样子 ''{{tt|Píngcháng-de Yàngzi|Usual Form}}''
|de=Standardform
|fr=Aspect Normal
|hi=ऑडिर्नरी फ़ॉर्म ''Ordinary Form''
|it=Forma Normale
|ko=평상시 모습 ''{{tt|Pyeongsangsi Moseup|Usual Form}}''
|pt_br=Forma Comum
|es=Forma Habitual
|th=ฟอร์มปกติ ''Fom Pokti''
|tr=Sıradan Formu
}}
</div>
<div style="display:inline-block">
''Resolute Form''
{{langtable
|color={{water color}}|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|ja=かくごのすがた ''{{tt|Kakugo no Sugata|Resolution Form}}''
|zh_yue=覺悟的樣子 ''{{tt|Gokngh-dīk Yeuhngjí|Enlightened Form}}''
|zh_cmn=覺悟的樣子 / 觉悟的样子 ''{{tt|Juéwù-de Yàngzi|Enlightened Form}}''
|de=Resolutform
|fi=Resolute Forme
|fr=Aspect Décidé
|hi=रेज़लूट फ़ॉर्म ''Resolute Form''
|it=Forma Risoluta
|ko=각오의 모습 ''{{tt|Gag-o-ui Moseup|Resolution Form}}''
|pl=Rezolutna Forma
|pt_br=Forma Resoluta
|es=Forma Brío
|th=ฟอร์มแน่วแน่ ''Fom Naeonae''
|tr=Kararlı Formu
|vi=Dạng Giác Ngộ
}}
</div>
{{-}}


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==Related articles==
* [[Kelden]]
* [[Keldeo (M15)]]
* [[Keldeo (Gates to Infinity)]]
* [[Swords of Justice]]
* [[Swords of Justice (Adventures)]]
* [[List of Pokémon with form differences]]
* [[Mythical Pokémon]]


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For Pokémon GO information on this species, see the game's section.
0646MS.png #0646: Kyurem
Pokémon
#0648: Meloetta 0648MS.png
This article is about the species. For a specific instance of this species, see Keldeo (disambiguation).
Keldeo
Colt Pokémon
ケルディオ
Keldeo
#0647
Ordinary Form
Ordinary Form
Resolute Form
Resolute Form



Images on the Bulbagarden Archives
Type
Water Fighting
Unknown Unknown
Resolute Form
Unknown Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Ability
Justified Cacophony
Resolute Form
Cacophony
Cacophony
Hidden Ability
Cacophony
Hidden Ability
Cacophony
Resolute Form
Cacophony
Gender ratio
Gender unknown
Catch rate
3 (1.6%)
Breeding
Egg Group
No Eggs Discovered
Hatch time
80 cycles
Egg not obtainable
Height
4'07" 1.4 m
Ordinary Form
0'0" 0 m
Resolute Form
0'0" 0 m
{{{form3}}}
0'0" 0 m
{{{form4}}}
Weight
106.9 lbs. 48.5 kg
Ordinary Form
0 lbs. 0 kg
Resolute Form
0 lbs. 0 kg
{{{form3}}}
0 lbs. 0 kg
{{{form4}}}
Mega Stone
[[|]] [[|]]
Base experience yield
Unknown
Gen. IV
Unknown
IV
261
Leveling rate
Slow
EV yield
Total: 3
Ordinary Form
0
HP
0
Atk
0
Def
3
Sp.Atk
0
Sp.Def
0
Speed
Resolute Form
0
HP
0
Atk
0
Def
0
Sp.Atk
0
Sp.Def
0
Speed
0
HP
0
Atk
0
Def
0
Sp.Atk
0
Sp.Def
0
Speed
0
HP
0
Atk
0
Def
0
Sp.Atk
0
Sp.Def
0
Speed
Shape
Body08.png
Footprint
F0647.png F000.png
Resolute Form
Pokédex color
Yellow
Base friendship
35
External Links

Keldeo (Japanese: ケルディオ Keldeo) is a dual-type Water/Fighting Mythical Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

While it is not known to evolve into or from any Pokémon, Keldeo has a second form. When it knows the move Secret Sword, it changes from its original form, Ordinary Form, to its Resolute Form.

(Specifics may differ in past games. Refer to Game data→Form data for these details.)

Keldeo was leaked on a photo of a page from CoroCoro magazine on February 13, 2012, and it was officially revealed on February 15, 2012. Its Resolute Form was officially revealed on June 13, 2012, and debuted in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2.

Along with Cobalion, Terrakion, and Virizion, Keldeo is a member of the Swords of Justice. In the anime, they are also associated with Kyurem.

Biology

Keldeo is a quadrupedal, colt-like Pokémon with a cream-colored body. It has a short, rounded snout with large nostrils and blue eyes. It has a large, feathery red mane, long, dark blue, ridged eyebrow-like protrusions, and a single cream-colored horn that curves slightly. The back of its head, as well as its neck, is covered with fluffy, light blue fur. Keldeo has blue hooves placed backwards, which are capable of ejecting water. Its tail is light blue with white spots and resembles an elaborate feather in a cap.

Long ago, a fire started in the Moor of Icirrus because of a war among people. In this fire, Keldeo was separated from its parents, but together, Cobalion, Terrakion, and Virizion took care of Keldeo. They acted as its parents, and they taught it knowledge and moves for survival. Keldeo eventually grew and even surpassed the three Pokémon. One day, Keldeo took off from the forest with no one knowing why. When the four met again, they taught Keldeo the move Secret Sword. Keldeo was trained by the other members of the Swords of Justice.

Keldeo tends to cross the world and often appears at beautiful watersides. Keldeo also travels in order to further improve itself through training. It can walk across the water by ejecting water from its hooves.

In Generation V, Sacred Sword was one of its signature moves. Keldeo is the only known Pokémon capable of learning the move Secret Sword.

Forms

Keldeo has two forms: Ordinary Form and Resolute Form.

Upon learning the move Secret Sword, Keldeo transforms from its Ordinary Form into its Resolute Form. The dark blue protrusions on its head become shorter and lighter in color, now resembling ears. Its horn becomes dark blue and grows larger and ridged. On the side of its head are three feathers colored aqua blue, green, and orange.

Keldeo is at its full power when in Resolute Form. It is thought that when Keldeo becomes resolute, its body fills with power and it becomes swifter. Keldeo's jumping capabilities become fast to the point where it is hard to follow. The horn on its forehead is filled with hidden power. The horn can change into a sword that can cut through anything. It is said Keldeo must endure harsh battles in order for the forehead horn to develop, which then awakens its true power.

Ordinary Form Resolute Form
0647Keldeo.png 0647Keldeo-Resolute.png

Game data

NPC appearance

201
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201
  • Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity: Keldeo is an important character in the storyline. He was once a friend of Virizion, and a Magnagate savant. He was imprisoned in Glacier Palace, and there he wrote a letter to Virizion, telling her that they weren't friends anymore. This letter caused Virizion to stop believing in friends. After being rescued by Umbreon and Espeon, he apologizes to Virizion for writing the letter. He joins the player's team after the player returns to the human world.
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Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation V.
Generation V Unova
 B  W : #153
Unova
 B2  W2 : #298
Black By blasting water from its hooves, it can glide across water. It excels at using leg moves while battling.
White It crosses the world, running over the surfaces of oceans and rivers. It appears at scenic waterfronts.
Black 2 When it is resolute, its body fills with power and it becomes swifter. Its jumps are then too fast to follow.
White 2
Generation VI Kalos
#—
Hoenn
#—
X It crosses the world, running over the surfaces of oceans and rivers. It appears at scenic waterfronts.
Y When it is resolute, its body fills with power and it becomes swifter. Its jumps are then too fast to follow.
Omega Ruby It crosses the world, running over the surfaces of oceans and rivers. It appears at scenic waterfronts.
Alpha Sapphire When it is resolute, its body fills with power and it becomes swifter. Its jumps are then too fast to follow.
Generation VII Alola
#—
Kanto
#—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation VII.
Generation VIII Galar
#—
Sinnoh
#—
Hisui
#—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl, and Legends: Arceus.
Ordinary Form
Sword Cobalion, Terrakion, and Virizion taught this Pokémon how to fight. It dashes across the world, seeking more opportunities to further its training.*
Shield They say that Keldeo must survive harsh battles and fully develop the horn on its forehead before this Pokémon's true power will awaken.*
Resolute Form
Sword Keldeo has strengthened its resolve for battle, filling its body with power and changing its form.*
Shield The power that lay hidden in its body now covers its horn, turning it into a sword that can slice through anything.*
Generation IX Paldea
#—
Kitakami
#—
Blueberry
#—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation IX.


Game locations

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation V.
Generation V
Black White
Event
Black 2 White 2
Event
Generation VI
X Y
Event
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire
Event
Generation VII
Sun Moon
Pokémon Bank
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon
Pokémon Bank
Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee
Unobtainable
Generation VIII
Sword Shield
TradeVersion 1.3.0+
Expansion Pass
Ballimere Lake (Only one) (Resolute Form)
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl
Unobtainable
Legends: Arceus
Unobtainable
Generation IX
Scarlet Violet
Pokémon HOMEVersion 3.0.0+


In side games

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation V.
Generation V
MD GTI
Automatically recruited after clearing the main story
Rumble U
Sealed Door: The Place to Return To (Reward; Ordinary Form)
Dream Gate: Wet and Wild Battle (Boss; Resolute Forme)
Generation VI
Battle Trozei
Sacred Plains: Stage 1 (Ordinary Form)
Rumble World
Distortion Land: Outermost Snowfield (Special Boss)(Resolute Forme from 12:00 to 1:00 AM/PM, otherwise Ordinary Form)
Super MD
Complete Virizion's Connection Orb mission
Picross
Area 11: Stage 08 (As a Mythical Pokémon) (Resolute Forme)
Generation VII
Rumble Rush
Buzzwole SeaFinal
Generation VIII
This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation VIII side games.
Cross-Generation
Shuffle
Event: Keldeo Rears Its Head (Ordinary Form)
Event: Keldeo Rears Its Head (Again) (Ordinary Form)
Event: Keldeo Appears (Ordinary Form)
Event: Great Daily Pokémon (First release; Ordinary Form)
Event: Take on Escalation Battles (Resolute Forme)
Masters EX
Seasonal sync pair scout: Diantha (Special Costume) & Keldeo (Resolute Forme)


In events

Games Event Language/Region Location Level Distribution period
BWB2W2 Shokotan Keldeo Japanese Japan and Taiwan 15 June 23 to October 20, 2012
BW Summer 2012 Keldeo English Europe, the Americas, Australia, and South Africa 15 August 27, 2012 to January 31, 2013
BW Summer 2012 Keldeo French Europe, the Americas, and Australia 15 August 27, 2012 to January 31, 2013
BW Summer 2012 Keldeo German Europe, the Americas, and Australia 15 August 27, 2012 to January 31, 2013
BW Summer 2012 Keldeo Italian Europe, the Americas, and Australia 15 August 27, 2012 to January 31, 2013
BW Summer 2012 Keldeo Spanish Europe, the Americas, and Australia 15 August 27, 2012 to January 31, 2013
BWB2W2 Sacred Swordsman Keldeo Korean South Korea 15 December 11, 2012 to January 6, 2013
B2W2 Winter 2013 Keldeo French Wi-Fi 50 January 16 to February 12, 2013
B2W2 Winter 2013 Keldeo English Wi-Fi 50 January 25 to February 12, 2013
B2W2 Winter 2013 Keldeo German Wi-Fi 50 January 25 to February 12, 2013
B2W2 Winter 2013 Keldeo Italian Wi-Fi 50 January 25 to February 12, 2013
B2W2 Winter 2013 Keldeo Spanish Wi-Fi 50 January 25 to February 12, 2013
ORAS Pokémon Scrap Keldeo Japanese region Online 15 December 1, 2014 to May 15, 2015
ORAS Strategy Guide Keldeo Korean region Online 15 February 25, 2015 to January 31, 2016
XYORAS Pokémon 20th Anniversary Keldeo American region Online 100 October 1 to 24, 2016
XYORAS Pokémon 20th Anniversary Keldeo PAL region Online 100 October 1 to 24, 2016

Held items

Game Held Item(s)
Events* PP Max PP Max (100%)

Stats

Base stats

Stat Range
At Lv. 50 At Lv. 100
91
151 - 198 292 - 386
72
69 - 136 134 - 267
90
85 - 156 166 - 306
129
120 - 199 236 - 392
90
85 - 156 166 - 306
108
101 - 176 198 - 346
Total:
580
Other Pokémon with this total
  • Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
  • Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.

Type effectiveness

Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:
Damaged
normally by:
Normal
Fighting
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock ½×
Bug ½×
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire ½×
Water ½×
Grass
Electric
Psychic
Ice ½×
Dragon
Dark ½×
Fairy
None
Weak to:
Normal
Fighting
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock ½×
Bug ½×
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire ½×
Water ½×
Grass
Electric
Psychic
Ice ½×
Dragon
Dark ½×
Fairy
None
Immune to:
Normal
Fighting
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock ½×
Bug ½×
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire ½×
Water ½×
Grass
Electric
Psychic
Ice ½×
Dragon
Dark ½×
Fairy
None
Resistant to:
Normal
Fighting
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock ½×
Bug ½×
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire ½×
Water ½×
Grass
Electric
Psychic
Ice ½×
Dragon
Dark ½×
Fairy
None

Learnset

Keldeo is available in Scarlet and Violet Version 3.0.0+.

By leveling up

Generation IX
Other generations:
V - VI - VII - VIII
 Level   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP
011 Aqua Jet Water Physical 04040 100100% 20
011 Leer Normal Status 0000 100100% 30
011 Helping Hand Normal Status 0000 00——% 20
011 Work Up Normal Status 0000 00——% 30
011 Secret Sword Fighting Special 08585 100100% 10
077 Bubble Beam Water Special 06565 100100% 20
1414 Quick Guard Fighting Status 0000 00——% 15
2121 Double Kick Fighting Physical 03030 100100% 30
2828 Retaliate Normal Physical 07070 100100% 5
3535 Aqua Tail Water Physical 09090 09090% 10
4242 Take Down Normal Physical 09090 08585% 20
4949 Sacred Sword Fighting Physical 09090 100100% 15
5656 Swords Dance Normal Status 0000 00——% 20
6363 Hydro Pump Water Special 110110 08080% 5
7070 Close Combat Fighting Physical 120120 100100% 5
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Keldeo
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Keldeo
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations

By TM

Generation IX
Other generations:
V - VI - VII - VIII
   TM   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
TM001Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM001 Take Down Normal Physical 09090 085}}85% 20
TM007Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM007 Protect Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 10
TM011Bag TM Water SV Sprite.png TM011 Water Pulse Water Special 06060 100}}100% 20
TM012Bag TM Fighting SV Sprite.png TM012 Low Kick Fighting Physical 0000 100}}100% 20
TM020Bag TM Grass SV Sprite.png TM020 Trailblaze Grass Physical 05050 100}}100% 20
TM022Bag TM Water SV Sprite.png TM022 Chilling Water Water Special 05050 100}}100% 20
TM025Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM025 Facade Normal Physical 07070 100}}100% 20
TM027Bag TM Flying SV Sprite.png TM027 Aerial Ace Flying Physical 06060 00—}}—% 20
TM032Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM032 Swift Normal Special 06060 00—}}—% 20
TM034Bag TM Ice SV Sprite.png TM034 Icy Wind Ice Special 05555 095}}95% 15
TM047Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM047 Endure Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 10
TM049Bag TM Fire SV Sprite.png TM049 Sunny Day Fire Status 0000 00—}}—% 5
TM050Bag TM Water SV Sprite.png TM050 Rain Dance Water Status 0000 00—}}—% 5
TM053Bag TM Steel SV Sprite.png TM053 Smart Strike Steel Physical 07070 00—}}—% 10
TM057Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM057 False Swipe Normal Physical 04040 100}}100% 40
TM058Bag TM Fighting SV Sprite.png TM058 Brick Break Fighting Physical 07575 100}}100% 15
TM065Bag TM Flying SV Sprite.png TM065 Air Slash Flying Special 07575 095}}95% 15
TM070Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM070 Sleep Talk Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 10
TM074Bag TM Psychic SV Sprite.png TM074 Reflect Psychic Status 0000 00—}}—% 20
TM083Bag TM Poison SV Sprite.png TM083 Poison Jab Poison Physical 08080 100}}100% 20
TM085Bag TM Psychic SV Sprite.png TM085 Rest Psychic Status 0000 00—}}—% 5
TM087Bag TM Dark SV Sprite.png TM087 Taunt Dark Status 0000 100}}100% 20
TM088Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM088 Swords Dance Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 20
TM103Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM103 Substitute Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 10
TM105Bag TM Bug SV Sprite.png TM105 X-Scissor Bug Physical 08080 100}}100% 15
TM110Bag TM Water SV Sprite.png TM110 Liquidation Water Physical 08585 100}}100% 10
TM112Bag TM Fighting SV Sprite.png TM112 Aura Sphere Fighting Special 08080 00—}}—% 20
TM123Bag TM Water SV Sprite.png TM123 Surf Water Special 09090 100}}100% 15
TM129Bag TM Psychic SV Sprite.png TM129 Calm Mind Psychic Status 0000 00—}}—% 20
TM130Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM130 Helping Hand Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 20
TM132Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM132 Baton Pass Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 40
TM134Bag TM Fighting SV Sprite.png TM134 Reversal Fighting Physical 0000 100}}100% 15
TM142Bag TM Water SV Sprite.png TM142 Hydro Pump Water Special 110110 080}}80% 5
TM150Bag TM Rock SV Sprite.png TM150 Stone Edge Rock Physical 100100 080}}80% 5
TM152Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM152 Giga Impact Normal Physical 150150 090}}90% 5
TM158Bag TM Fighting SV Sprite.png TM158 Focus Blast Fighting Special 120120 070}}70% 5
TM163Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM163 Hyper Beam Normal Special 150150 090}}90% 5
TM167Bag TM Fighting SV Sprite.png TM167 Close Combat Fighting Physical 120120 100}}100% 5
TM171Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM171 Tera Blast Normal Special 08080 100}}100% 10
TM172Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM172 Roar Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 20
TM184Bag TM Fighting SV Sprite.png TM184 Vacuum Wave Fighting Special 04040 100}}100% 30
TM196Bag TM Water SV Sprite.png TM196 Flip Turn Water Physical 06060 100}}100% 20
TM202Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM202 Pain Split Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 20
TM203Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM203 Psych Up Normal Status 0000 00—}}—% 10
TM204Bag TM Normal SV Sprite.png TM204 Double-Edge Normal Physical 120120 100}}100% 15
TM209Bag TM Water SV Sprite.png TM209 Muddy Water Water Special 09090 085}}85% 10
TM213Bag TM Fighting SV Sprite.png TM213 Coaching Fighting Status 0000 00—}}—% 10
TM229Bag TM Fighting SV Sprite.png TM229 Upper Hand Fighting Physical 06565 100}}100% 15
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Keldeo
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution or an alternate form of Keldeo
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations

By breeding

Generation IX
Other generations:
V - VI - VII - VIII
 Parent   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
This Pokémon learns no moves by breeding.
  • Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Keldeo
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Keldeo
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Keldeo
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations

Side game data

Ordinary Form

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon
MDP 3DS 647.png

Body size: Standard (1 tile)
How to Recruit: Rescue
Connected to: Virizion
Connection Orb Set: 3

Phrases
Normal Adventures are simply exciting! I get to see all kinds of stuff!
Low HP (< 50%) This may be troubling, but it's not the time for whining! Let's give it our all!
Pokémon Rumble Rush
Rush647Body.png Walking Speed: 1.11 seconds Base HP: 58
Base Attack: 83 Base Defense: 57 Base Speed: 70
Pokémon Battle Trozei
Water
Attack Power: ★★★★★

BT647.png

Power of Six
Increases the damage dealt by matching six Pokémon.
Pokémon Shuffle
None Shuffle.png
Water
None Shuffle.png Attack Power: 60 - 105 Raise Max Level.png 5

#168
Shuffle647.png

Block Smash
Clears one unbreakable-block disruption without fail.
Skill Swapper.png Swappable Skill(s): Flash Mob


Pokémon GO
GO647.png Base HP: 209 Base Attack: 260 Base Defense: 192
Egg Distance: N/A Buddy Distance: 20 km Evolution Requirement: N/A
Fast Attacks: Poison Jab, Low Kick
Charged Attacks: Aqua Jet, Close Combat, Hydro Pump, X-Scissor, Sacred Sword

Resolute Form

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon
MDP 3DS 647R.png

Body size: Standard (1 tile)
How to Recruit: Rescue
Connected to: Virizion
Connection Orb Set: 3

Phrases
Normal Adventures are simply exciting! I get to see all kinds of stuff!
Low HP (< 50%) This may be troubling, but it's not the time for whining! Let's give it our all!
Pokémon Rumble Rush
Rush647RBody.png Walking Speed: 1.11 seconds Base HP: 58
Base Attack: 83 Base Defense: 57 Base Speed: 70
Pokémon Shuffle
None Shuffle.png
Fighting
None Shuffle.png Attack Power: 60 - 135 Raise Max Level.png 20

#168
Shuffle647R.png

Power of 4+
Deals even more damage when you make a match of four.
Skill Swapper.png Swappable Skill(s): Cross Attack+


Pokémon GO
GO647R.png Base HP: 209 Base Attack: 260 Base Defense: 192
Egg Distance: N/A Buddy Distance: 20 km Evolution Requirement: N/A
Fast Attacks: Poison Jab, Low Kick
Charged Attacks: Aqua Jet, Close Combat, Hydro Pump, X-Scissor, Sacred Sword

Form data

Keldeo has two interchangeable forms: Ordinary Form and Resolute Form. These forms are mostly cosmetic. The Resolute Form was introduced in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2.

If Keldeo is taught Secret Sword, it will change into its Resolute Form. If it forgets Secret Sword, it returns to its Ordinary Form. Keldeo knowing Secret Sword in Pokémon Black and White remain in its Ordinary Form when traded or transferred to later games, though in Pokémon Sword and Shield, an Ordinary Form Keldeo that knows Secret Sword will change to Resolute Form if it is in the party at the end of a battle, or upon learning or forgetting any move other than Secret Sword.

In addition, Resolute Form Keldeo knowing Secret Sword in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 cannot be traded to Pokémon Black and White as there is no data for the form in those games. In order to be transferred to Pokémon Black and White, Keldeo must forget Secret Sword.

Evolution data

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This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation V.
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In the anime

Ordinary Form Keldeo in the anime
Resolute Form Keldeo in the anime

Main series

Major appearances

Keldeo (M15)

Keldeo debuted in Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice. In the movie, it was training in order to learn how to use Sacred Sword so it could become one of the Swords of Justice. Along with the other Legendary Pokémon present in the movie, Keldeo can speak through telepathy.

Minor appearances

GOTCHA!

A Keldeo briefly appeared in its Ordinary Form as a silhouette in GOTCHA!.

In the manga

Resolute Form Keldeo in Pokémon Adventures

Movie adaptations

Main article: Keldeo (M15)

Keldeo appeared in Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice.

Pocket Monsters B2 W2 ~ A New Legend ~

A Keldeo appeared in ANL1.

Pocket Monsters BW

A Keldeo appeared in PMBW30.

Pokémon Adventures

Main article: Kelden
Main article: Swords of Justice (Adventures)

Keldeo debuted at the Pledge Grove, where it waited for Cobalion, Terrakion, and Virizion to arrive and teach it Sacred Sword. After acquiring the move, Keldeo follows its mentors to where they would confront the Shadow Triad who tried to capture the trio earlier, which was near the P2 Laboratory. There, the Shadow Triad are locked in combat with Cilan, Chili, and Cress, the Striaton Gym Leaders. It first appeared in The Shadow Triad.

In the Black 2 & White 2 arc, it was recruited by Blake and nicknamed Kelden.

In the TCG

Main article: Keldeo (TCG)

Other appearances

Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U

Resolute Form Keldeo appears as a Poké Ball summon in both the 3DS and Wii U versions of the game. It slashes opponents with Secret Sword.

Keldeo trophy in Super Smash Bros. for 3DS

Keldeo also appears in Resolute Form as a trophy in both versions of the game.

Trophy information

NA: This Water/Fighting-type Pokémon is a lot like a multicolored unicorn. In its Resolute Form, its horn will grow longer and its vision is keener. It is this Form that appears on the battlefields of Smash Bros. Be wary of its Secret Sword attack—Keldeo's charge will send anyone hit flying.

PAL: The Mythical Pokémon Keldeo looks a lot like a multicoloured unicorn. In its Resolute Form, its horn grows longer and its vision improves. It can also use Secret Sword in that Form, and that's what it will do in this game. If Keldeo starts charging after you, watch out - that huge horn will send you flying!

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Keldeo returns as a Pokémon summoned from the Poké Ball, retaining its behavior from the previous game. Keldeo also appears as a Spirit in both its Ordinary and Resolute Forms.

Trivia

Keldeo in its Ordinary Form
  • As the fourth member of the Swords of Justice, Keldeo shares several traits with them, but is somewhat different in a number of ways:
    • Unlike the others, Keldeo can't learn Quick Attack. Instead, it can learn Aqua Jet, a variation of Quick Attack.
    • The moves that Keldeo learns by level have higher base powers than the moves learned by the other Swords of Justice.
    • Prior to Generation VIII, Keldeo learned Sacred Sword at a higher level than the others.
    • Its legs seem to be stylized after animal legs and hooves, unlike the others, which seem to have boots.
    • Keldeo isn't listed near the other three in National Pokédex order.
    • Keldeo's name doesn't end with -ion.
    • Keldeo is a Mythical Pokémon, and not a Legendary.
    • Keldeo does not have a Paradox Pokémon counterpart.
  • Keldeo, along with Meloetta, are the only Mythical Pokémon to learn their signature moves from an external source.
  • Keldeo shares its trait of running across water with Suicune, another quadrupedal Water-type Pokémon.
  • Keldeo is the lightest and smallest of the Swords of Justice.
  • Keldeo's Attack and Special Attack stats are the reverse of Terrakion's, while their other stats are identical.

Origin

Keldeo is most likely based on the Scottish legend of the kelpie, a supernatural water horse that sometimes appeared as a lost pony. This is evidenced by the fact that Keldeo appears in the Crown Tundra, an area based on Scotland. Keldeo is also likely based on the kirin, also referred to as the "Chinese unicorn", which are often depicted with a single backward curving horn and the ability to walk on water.

Story-wise, as the rest of the Swords of Justice draw inspiration from the main characters of The Three Musketeers, Keldeo may draw inspiration from the character of d'Artagnan from the novel. Like d'Artagnan, Keldeo is the latest and youngest addition to the group. Keldeo's tail also resembles d'Artagnan's trademark feathered cap.

The three feathers on Resolute Form Keldeo's head may symbolize its three companions and teachers: blue for Cobalion, yellow for Terrakion, and green for Virizion.

Name origin

Keldeo may be a combination of kelpie (a water horse from Celtic folklore), kelda (Old Norse for well or spring), and rodeo (a sport involving skills with horses, cows, and other livestock). It may also involve dio (Italian for god).

In other languages

Language Title Meaning
Japan Flag.png Japanese ケルディオ Keldeo From kelpie, kelda, rodeo, and possibly dio
France Flag.png French Keldeo Same as English/Japanese name
Spain Flag.png Spanish Keldeo Same as English/Japanese name
Germany Flag.png German Keldeo Same as English/Japanese name
Italy Flag.png Italian Keldeo Same as English/Japanese name
South Korea Flag.png Korean 케르디오 Keldeo Transcription of Japanese name
China and Taiwan Flags.png Mandarin Chinese 凱路迪歐 / 凯路迪欧 Kǎilùdí'ōu Transcription of Japanese name
Hong Kong Flag.png Cantonese Chinese 凱路迪歐 Hóilouhdihk'āu Mandarin-based transcription of Japanese name


Ordinary Form

Language Title
Japan Flag.png Japanese いつものすがた Itsumono Sugata
Chinese Cantonese 平常的樣子 Pìhngsèuhng-dīk Yeuhngjí
Mandarin 平常的樣子 / 平常的样子 Píngcháng-de Yàngzi
France Flag.png French Aspect Normal
Germany Flag.png German Standardform
India Flag.png Hindi ऑडिर्नरी फ़ॉर्म Ordinary Form
Italy Flag.png Italian Forma Normale
South Korea Flag.png Korean 평상시 모습 Pyeongsangsi Moseup
Brazil Flag.png Brazilian Portuguese Forma Comum
Spain Flag.png Spanish Forma Habitual
Thailand Flag.png Thai ฟอร์มปกติ Fom Pokti
Turkey Flag.png Turkish Sıradan Formu

Resolute Form

Language Title
Japan Flag.png Japanese かくごのすがた Kakugo no Sugata
Chinese Cantonese 覺悟的樣子 Gokngh-dīk Yeuhngjí
Mandarin 覺悟的樣子 / 觉悟的样子 Juéwù-de Yàngzi
Finland Flag.png Finnish Resolute Forme
France Flag.png French Aspect Décidé
Germany Flag.png German Resolutform
India Flag.png Hindi रेज़लूट फ़ॉर्म Resolute Form
Italy Flag.png Italian Forma Risoluta
South Korea Flag.png Korean 각오의 모습 Gag-o-ui Moseup
Poland Flag.png Polish Rezolutna Forma
Brazil Flag.png Brazilian Portuguese Forma Resoluta
Spain Flag.png Spanish Forma Brío
Thailand Flag.png Thai ฟอร์มแน่วแน่ Fom Naeonae
Turkey Flag.png Turkish Kararlı Formu
Vietnam Flag.png Vietnamese Dạng Giác Ngộ


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