* Umbreon was the first and only pure {{type2|Dark}} until the introduction of {{p|Poochyena}}, {{p|Mightyena}}, and {{p|Absol}} in [[Generation III]].
* Umbreon was the first and only pure {{type2|Dark}} until the introduction of {{p|Poochyena}}, {{p|Mightyena}}, and {{p|Absol}} in [[Generation III]].
* Umbreon is not obtainable in {{2v|FireRed|LeafGreen}} due to lack of a time system. In order to be obtained and added to the [[Pokédex]] in these versions, an Eevee must be traded to {{3v|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}}, evolved and then traded back.
* Umbreon is not obtainable in {{2v|FireRed|LeafGreen}} due to lack of a time system. In order to be obtained and added to the [[Pokédex]] in these versions, an Eevee must be traded to {{3v|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}}, evolved and then traded back.
* Umbreon is the first {{type2|Dark}} Pokémon in [[National Pokédex]] order, and the last Pokémon in National Pokédex order to not share a type with a Pokémon of a lower number.
* By [[National Pokédex]] order, Umbreon is the first {{type2|Dark}} Pokémon, and the last Pokémon to not share a type with a Pokémon of a lower number.
* Umbreon is the only non-{{type2|Psychic}} Pokémon with the ability {{a|Synchronize}}.
* Umbreon is the only non-{{type2|Psychic}} Pokémon with the ability {{a|Synchronize}}.
* Umbreon is one of two Pokémon than can be obtained via more than one evolution method in the main series of games. The other one is Umbreon's counterpart, {{p|Espeon}}.
* Umbreon is one of two Pokémon than can be obtained via more than one evolution method in the main series of games. The other one is Umbreon's counterpart, {{p|Espeon}}.
Umbreon is the Pokémon that Eevee evolves into when it has gained a complete trust of its trainer at night. It has a black body with a pair of crimson eyes and yellow bands on its ears and tail. Umbreon's forehead and legs have yellow rings on them.
Gender differences
None.
Special abilities
Umbreon can spray a poisonous sweat whenever it gets agitated. As a Template:Type2 Pokémon, Umbreon can learn several moves with various disruptive effects, such as Taunt or Snatch. Despite its appearance, Umbreon is a Pokémon of strong endurance. Since Umbreon is a fully evolved Pokémon, it can learn Hyper Beam and Giga Impact.
Behavior
Umbreon stalks prey silently at night. As it awaits its victims' approach, the yellow rings on its body begin to glow.
Habitat
Umbreon tend to be found in dark areas such as thick forests, but are most commonly found under the care of people.
Umbreon evolved as a result of exposure to the moon's waves. It hides silently in darkness and waits for its foes to make a move. The rings on its body glow when it leaps to attack.
Umbreon evolved as a result of exposure to the moon's waves. It hides silently in darkness and waits for its foes to make a move. The rings on its body glow when it leaps to attack.
Umbreon evolved from exposure to the moon's energy pulses. It lurks in darkness and waits for its foes to move. The rings on its body glow when it leaps to attack.
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Umbreon is one of two Pokémon than can be obtained via more than one evolution method in the main series of games. The other one is Umbreon's counterpart, Espeon.
Origin
Its physical traits are similar to foxes. It also bears a resemblance to a jackal, and may be based off of Anubis, the Egyptian god of the underworld.
Name origin
Umbreon's name is derived from umbra, Latin for shadow and ghost. Eon was Eevee's prototype name, the Pokémon from which Umbreon evolves.
Its Japanese name may simply refer to the color of its coat.
In other languages
German: Nachtara - From Nacht (night). Ends with -a like every Eeveelution in German.
French: Noctali - From nocturne (nocturnal). Ends with -li like every Eeveelution in French.
This Pokémon article is part of Project Pokédex, a Bulbapedia project that aims to write comprehensive articles on each Pokémon species, as well as Pokémon groups and forms.
For other sprites and images, please see Umbreon images on Bulbagarden Archives.
