Making its first appearance in the sixth generation of Pokemon, Xerneas is a legendary Pokemon that quickly grew on fans. As a Fairy type, Xerneas had an impressive moveset, along with high stats, they were an endgame Pokemon that many sought after.
About Xerneas
| First appearance in anime | In the Pokémon movie: ‘Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction!’ |
| First appearance in game | X and Y |
| Region | Hoenn |
| Evolution | Xerneas |
| Pokedex Entry | Legends say it can share eternal life. It slept for a thousand years in the form of a tree before its revival. When the horns on its head shine in seven different colors, it is said to be sharing everlasting life. |
Xerneas’ Base Stats
| HP | 126 |
| Attack | 131 |
| Defense | 95 |
| Sp. Attack | 131 |
| Ap. Defense | 98 |
| Speed | 99 |
Appearance of Xerneas
Xerneas is a quadrupedal Pokemon that most resembles a deer. Its most striking feature is its antlers, which can shine like a prism in several different colors. Its color palette is mostly black and blue, with yellow marking across its legs and chest.
Behavior of Xerneas
Xerneas is a representation of life itself, living mostly in the forests and having the ability of eternal life. When its antlers glow, it’s said that it is sharing its gift of eternal life with others. However this comes at a cost: if Xerneas expends too much of its energy, it retreats and transforms into a tree for one thousand years.
Strengths and Weaknesses
Xerneas has the unique situation of finding itself as the only Legendary Pokemon that’s a Fairy type. With that as the case, its high stats and Fairy moves make it an excellent contender against FIghting, Dark, and Dragon types. Even with excellent defense stats, be wary of Poison and Steel moves, as they can seriously pack a punch against Xerneas.
Shiny Xerneas
Finding a shiny Xerneas is a feat in itself, as finding a normal Xerneas is hard enough already. Shiny Xernas’ palette seems to be swapped, as its legs are now white and its body is light blue. One thing to note about Shiny Xerneas is that it’s missing its colored antlers, a dealbreaker for some shiny collectors.
Best Moveset for Xerneas
| Moonblast | Focus Blast |
| Aromatherapy | Thunder |
This moveset for Xerneas is about debuffing your opponent and making sure your team is in prime battling conditions. Moonblast has a fair chance to lower your opponent’s Special Attack, while Focus Blast lowers Special Blast Aromatherapy cures your team’s status effects, and Thunder has a small chance of paralyzing your opponent
How to Catch Xerneas in Pokemon Go
At the moment Xerneas is only available to catch in a Max Raid, so you won’t find them in the wild. It all comes down to being at the right place at the right time, find yourself in a Max Raid with Xerneas, defeat them and you’ll have a small chance of catching them, though as with all raids it’s never a guarantee.
Trivia
Xerneas is the only Fairy-type Legendary
Xerneas is the embodiment of life and creation
Xerneas makes an appearance in the Super Smash Bros series
Xerneas has the same stats as Yvetal
Xerneas is one of the tallest Fairy types
FAQs
Q. Can Xerneas die?
When Xerneas is low on power, they rest as a tree for one thousand years.
Q. Is Xerneas a legendary Pokemon?
Yes, Xerneas is a legendary Pokemon
Q.What is Xerneas weak against?
Xerneas is weak against Steel and Poison types.
Conclusion
A Legendary Pokemon with a legendary design, Xerneas is a Pokemon that is a fan favorite even two generations later. With great stats and a fair moveset, Xerneas can make for a great addition to any roster.
