Pokémon Scarlet and Violet will take place in the Paldea region, which features the ninth generation of Pokémon. There are multiple Pokémon unique to this region and multiple returning ones from previous games. A handful of these Pokémon has exclusive regional forms. They’re similar to previous forms, with distinct differences and unique typings. Some of them may also evolve into different Pokémon. This guide covers all Paldea regional Pokémon forms in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
All Paldean Pokémon forms in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
Paldean Wooper
Paldean Wooper is vastly different from its traditional form. Wooper originally appeared in the Johto region as a Water-type, and you would evolve it into Quagsire. For Scarlet and Violet, the Paldean Wooper is a Poison and Ground-type with a much more tragic story. It will evolve into a unique evolution, Clodsire.
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Paldean Tauros
Tauros will also receive a Paldean form, and it will have a Paldean evolution. The type of evolution it has will vary depending on the type of version you bought. The Paldean Tauros will be a Fighting-type Pokémon. It has a vastly different appearance from its regular form. Similar to Paldean Wooper, it has much of the same body type but a unique color to its overall shape. In addition, it does have an evolution, which is brand new.
Paldean Primeape
The Paldean Primeape will be a Ghost and Fighting-type Pokémon and will have a vastly different appearance than its previous form from the Kanto region. Although it looks slightly the same as its regular form, much of it has changed, and the Paldean Primeape could be a must-have for your Pokémon team.
