One of *Pokémon Scarlet & Violet*'s most striking features is the introduction of Paradox Pokémon. While regional variants existed in previous generations, Paradox Pokémon take the concept further, presenting futuristic and ancient forms of familiar creatures. This guide covers everything you need to know about these unique Pokémon.
Every Paradox Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet
Paradox Pokémon are exclusively available in the post-game, after reaching Area Zero. *Pokémon Scarlet* features ancient variants, while *Pokémon Violet* showcases futuristic ones. Ancient Paradox Pokémon possess the Protosynthesis Ability, boosting their highest stat by 30% under Sunny Day. Future Paradox Pokémon have the Quark Drive Ability, providing the same 30% boost in Electric Terrain. These powerful Pokémon have quickly become valuable assets in competitive battles, making them exciting additions for both seasoned and new players.
Below are complete lists of each Paradox Pokémon, their types, and their original counterparts.
All Ancient Paradox Pokémon
| Pokémon | Type (Primary/Secondary) | Original Pokémon |
|---|---|---|
| Great Tusk | Ground / Fighting | Donphan |
| Scream Tail | Fairy / Psychic | Jigglypuff |
| Brute Bonnet | Grass / Dark | Amoonguss |
| Flutter Mane | Ghost / Fairy | Misdreavus |
| Slither Wing | Bug / Fighting | Volcarona |
| Sandy Shocks | Electric / Ground | Magneton |
| Roaring Moon | Dragon / Dark | Mega Salamence |
| Koraidon | Fighting / Dragon | Cyclizar |
| Walking Wake | Water / Dragon | Suicune |
| Iron Leaves | Grass / Psychic | Virizion |
| Iron Bundle | Ice / Water | Delibird |
All Future Paradox Pokémon
| Pokémon | Type (Primary/Secondary) | Original Pokémon |
|---|---|---|
| Iron Treads | Ground / Steel | Donphan |
| Iron Bundle | Ice / Water | Delibird |
| Iron Hands | Fighting / Electric | Hariyama |
| Iron Jugulis | Dark / Flying | Hydreigon |
| Iron Moth | Fire / Poison | Volcarona |
| Iron Thorns | Rock / Electric | Tyranitar |
| Iron Valiant | Fairy / Fighting | Gardevoir & Gallade |
| Miraidon | Electric / Dragon | Cyclizar |
| Iron Leaves | Grass / Psychic | Virizion |
| Iron Boulder | Rock / Psychic | Terrakion |
| Iron Crown | Steel / Psychic | Cobalion |
This concludes our comprehensive guide to Paradox Pokémon in *Pokémon Scarlet & Violet*!
