aipom
Generation II · #0190 — Long Tail Pokémon
Aipom, known as the Long Tail Pokémon, is a Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II that has captured the hearts of trainers and researchers alike with its distinctive tail-based physiology. With a National Pokédex number of 190, Aipom represents one of the most unique evolutionary lines in the Pokémon world, as it requires a special condition—learning the move Double Hit—to evolve into its final form, Ambipom. Standing at just 0.8 meters tall and weighing 11.5 kilograms, Aipom is a small, agile Pokémon that belies its potential through remarkable speed and surprising physical power. Its base stat total of 360 is distributed in favor of its Speed stat, which sits at an impressive 85, allowing Aipom to outmaneuver many opponents before they can react. The species boasts three distinct abilities: Run Away, which enables quick escapes from wild Pokémon encounters; Pickup, which allows it to collect items left behind in battle; and the hidden ability Skill Link, which maximizes the potential of multi-hit moves by ensuring they always hit their maximum number of times.
Base Stats
Height
0.8m
Weight
11.5kg
Category
Long Tail Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
purple
Shape
upright
Habitat
forest
Abilities
Ensures success fleeing from wild battles.
Picks up other Pokémon's used and Flung held items. May also pick up an item after battle.
Extends two-to-five-hit moves and triple kick to their full length every time.
Aipom Biology & Physical Characteristics
Aipom's most striking biological feature is undoubtedly its distinctive tail, which terminates in a three-fingered hand-like appendage that rivals its actual arms in dexterity and functionality. The Pokémon displays a vibrant purple coloration across its fur, while its face, inner ears, belly, feet, and the tip of its tail exhibit a contrasting beige hue. Its facial structure is particularly noteworthy, characterized by a disproportionately large head relative to its small body, round blue eyes that convey a characteristic mischievous expression, and a perpetual cheeky smile that suggests playfulness. Atop its head sits a distinctive cowlick that exhibits sexual dimorphism, being noticeably longer in female specimens than in males. The Pokémon's arms are remarkably underdeveloped, appearing as simple purple stubs that pale in comparison to the sophisticated manipulation capabilities of its tail. This anatomical specialization reveals a fascinating aspect of Aipom's biology: through evolutionary adaptation and constant use, its tail has become extraordinarily dexterous and powerful, capable of both heavy lifting and delicate fine motor tasks, while its actual hands have become progressively clumsier and less functional as a result of disuse.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Aipom Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Aipom exhibits a perfectly balanced gender ratio of 50% male and 50% female, making it equally likely to encounter either sex in the wild or to produce either gender when breeding. The species displays notable sexual dimorphism in the form of the cowlick atop its head, which extends considerably longer in female specimens compared to males, providing trainers with a visual method of determining their Aipom's gender at a glance. As a Pokémon belonging to the Field egg group, Aipom can breed with a diverse array of other Pokémon in the same egg group, offering breeders considerable flexibility in creating interesting offspring combinations and potentially obtaining moves through egg move inheritance that might otherwise be inaccessible. The breeding process for Aipom is relatively efficient, requiring 20 egg cycles to hatch (equivalent to approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps), making it a practical choice for breeders seeking relatively quick results without excessive walking required. With a base friendship value of 70, Aipom displays a moderate predisposition toward bonding with its trainer, suggesting that it is naturally somewhat friendly but requires consistent interaction and care to develop deep affection. Egg move inheritance becomes particularly valuable for Aipom, as it allows players to equip young specimens with moves not normally available through level-up, potentially accelerating the path to evolution by Double Hit.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm00
sword shield
tm01
yellow
tm01
gold silver
tm01
crystal
tm01
red blue
tm01
platinum
tm01
emerald
tm01
diamond pearl
tm01
firered leafgreen
tm01
ruby sapphire
tm01
xd
tm01
colosseum
tm01
heartgold soulsilver
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm01
blue japan
tm01
red green japan
tm01
sword shield
tm02
crystal
tm02
gold silver
tm03
crystal
+671 more TMs/HMs
Gender Differences
This Pokémon has visible differences between male and female forms.
Aipom Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Aipom's evolution into Ambipom represents one of the most distinctive evolutionary pathways in the Pokémon world, differing significantly from traditional level-based or item-triggered evolutions. Rather than evolving through standard leveling or the use of evolutionary stones, Aipom must learn the move Double Hit while leveling up, at which point it undergoes a dramatic transformation into Ambipom. This evolution mechanics represents the Pokémon's development from a single-tailed specialist into a dual-tailed master, symbolizing a fundamental shift in the creature's physical capabilities and fighting style. Upon evolution, Aipom gains access to its second tail, which it develops alongside enhanced musculature and a more balanced stat distribution that emphasizes its offensive capabilities. The evolution from Aipom to Ambipom is not merely a cosmetic change but represents a significant power increase, with Ambipom gaining substantially in attack power, special attack, and special defense, transforming it from a speedy scout into a genuine combatant capable of delivering substantial damage. This unique evolution requirement ensures that trainers who wish to obtain Ambipom must actively engage with Aipom's moveset and combat mechanics, creating a meaningful progression experience that rewards strategic thinking and deliberate training methodologies.
Where to Find
johto route 44
johto
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johto route 45
johto
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johto route 29
johto
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johto route 30
johto
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johto route 31
johto
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johto route 32
johto
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johto route 33
johto
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johto route 42
johto
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johto route 43
johto
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johto route 46
johto
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azalea town
johto
+6 more
hoenn safari zone
hoenn
hoenn altering cave
hoenn
+9 more
kanto altering cave
kanto
+21 more
poni plains
alola
Aipom Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Aipom is a thoroughly arboreal Pokémon that makes its home in the lofty treetops of tropical, temperate, and even boreal forests across various regions, demonstrating remarkable adaptability to diverse climates. The species exhibits exceptional acrobatic abilities, swinging gracefully from branch to branch with remarkable agility and precision, employing its powerful tail as both a balancing tool and a grappling implement during these aerial maneuvers. Notably, Aipom has developed a unique sleeping behavior wherein it wraps its tail securely around a tree branch to anchor itself, preventing dangerous falls during slumber—a behavioral adaptation that speaks to the crucial role its tail plays in survival. In the Alola region, Bounsweet has been identified as Aipom's preferred food source, indicating that the Pokémon's diet consists primarily of vegetation and fruits found in its arboreal environment. The species displays a generally sociable and mischievous temperament, characteristics reflected in its expressive facial features and its inclination to use the Pickup ability, which suggests a natural curiosity and tendency to collect and examine objects in its surroundings. Aipom's speed and agility, combined with its intelligence, allow it to forage efficiently and escape potential threats, making it well-suited to life among the highest branches where few predators can follow.
Pokedex Entries
Its tail is so powerful that it can use it to grab a tree branch and hold itself up in the air.
It lives atop tall trees. When leap ing from branch to branch, it deftly uses its tail for balance.
It uses its tail to hang on to tree branches. It uses its momentum to swing from one branch to another.
AIPOM’s tail ends in a hand-like appendage that can be cleverly manipulated. However, because the POKéMON uses its tail so much, its real hands have become rather clumsy.
Its tail ends with a dexterous, handlike appendage. However, because it uses the tail so much, AIPOM’s real hands have become rather clumsy.
It lives atop tall trees. When leaping from branch to branch, it deftly uses its tail for balance.
Its tail is so powerful that it can use it to grab a tree branch and hold itself up in the air.
It uses its tail to pluck fruits that are out of reach. Its tail is more adept than its real hands.
It lives atop giant trees. It wraps its tail around a branch so it won’t fall off while asleep.
It lives high among the treetops. It can use its tail as freely and cleverly as its hands.
Its tail is so powerful that it can use it to grab a tree branch and hold itself up in the air.
It lives atop tall trees. When leaping from branch to branch, it deftly uses its tail for balance.
It lives high among the treetops. It can use its tail as freely and cleverly as its hands.
It lives high among the treetops. It can use its tail as freely and cleverly as its hands.
It lives atop tall trees. When leaping from branch to branch, it deftly uses its tail for balance.
Its tail is so powerful that it can use it to grab a tree branch and hold itself up in the air.
Aipom’s tail ends in a hand-like appendage that can be cleverly manipulated. However, because the Pokémon uses its tail so much, its real hands have become rather clumsy.
As it did more and more with its tail, its hands became clumsy. It makes its nest high in the treetops.
It searches for prey from the tops of trees. When it spots its favorite food, Bounsweet, Aipom gets excited and pounces.
This treetop dweller possesses a tail as dexterous as a hand. Ancient writings describe this Pokémon as a one-armed oddity.
Aipom Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Aipom is derived from the combination of 'Ai' (相, meaning mutual or reciprocal in Japanese) and 'Pom' (ポム), a playful suffix used in Japanese Pokémon naming conventions. In its original Japanese designation, Eipam (エイパム), the etymology becomes somewhat more obscure, though it likely draws from similar phonetic inspirations. The design itself is fundamentally inspired by primates, particularly monkeys and apes, as evidenced by its simian facial structure, body proportions, and arboreal lifestyle. However, Aipom's most distinctive design feature—the hand-like appendage terminating its tail—represents a creative departure from conventional primate anatomy, instead drawing inspiration from certain legendary creatures and artistic imaginings of fantastical beings with prehensile tail-hands. The color palette of purple and beige creates a visually striking contrast that makes Aipom immediately recognizable while also providing practical camouflage within tropical foliage where purples and earth tones blend naturally. The disproportionately large head relative to the body creates an endearing, youthful appearance that emphasizes Aipom's position as a pre-evolution rather than a fully-developed Pokémon, while the perpetual smile and round eyes convey a sense of playfulness and intelligence that aligns with the species' mischievous personality traits.
Learnable Moves
Aipom can learn 84 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| agility | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| astonish | ghost | Physical | 30 | 100 | 15 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| baton pass | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| beat up | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| bounce | flying | Physical | 85 | 85 | 5 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| counter | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| covet | normal | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| defense curl | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| detect | fighting | Status | — | — | 5 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double slap | normal | Physical | 15 | 85 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| dream eater | psychic | Special | 100 | 100 | 15 |
| dynamic punch | fighting | Physical | 100 | 50 | 5 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fire punch | fire | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| focus punch | fighting | Physical | 150 | 100 | 20 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fury cutter | bug | Physical | 40 | 95 | 20 |
| fury swipes | normal | Physical | 18 | 80 | 15 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| ice punch | ice | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| knock off | dark | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| last resort | normal | Physical | 140 | 100 | 5 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| mega kick | normal | Physical | 120 | 75 | 5 |
| mega punch | normal | Physical | 80 | 85 | 20 |
| metronome | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| mimic | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| mud shot | ground | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| mud slap | ground | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| nasty plot | dark | Status | — | — | 20 |
| nightmare | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| pursuit | dark | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| quick attack | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| revenge | fighting | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| sand attack | ground | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| scratch | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| screech | normal | Status | — | 85 | 40 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| seed bomb | grass | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| seismic toss | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| shadow ball | ghost | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| shock wave | electric | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| slam | normal | Physical | 80 | 75 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snatch | dark | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| solar beam | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| spite | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| switcheroo | dark | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| tail whip | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| thunder | electric | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| thunder punch | electric | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| thunder wave | electric | Status | — | 90 | 20 |
| thunderbolt | electric | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| tickle | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| water pulse | water | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| zap cannon | electric | Special | 120 | 50 | 5 |
Aipom Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battles, Aipom occupies a specialized niche as a glass cannon setup Pokémon, leveraging its exceptional base Speed stat of 85 to outmaneuver threats before they can strike. Its Attack stat of 70 is moderately respectable, allowing it to deal meaningful damage with physical moves, while its Special Attack of 40 is notably weak, effectively eliminating special moves from Aipom's competitive arsenal in most competitive formats. The hidden ability Skill Link provides Aipom with a significant offensive advantage when equipped with multi-hit moves such as Tail Slap, Fury Swipes, or Water Shuriken, as Skill Link guarantees these moves will always strike five times rather than the standard 2-5 times, effectively multiplying Aipom's damage output when utilizing such strategies. However, Aipom's defensive capabilities are decidedly mediocre, with both Defense and Special Defense sitting at 55 and HP at a mere 55, meaning it cannot tolerate significant hits and must rely on its Speed advantage to act first and eliminate threats before they can retaliate. In lower tiers and casual play, Aipom can function as a physical sweeper using moves like Close Combat, Earthquake, and Fake Out, the latter providing valuable priority status that allows it to control battle momentum and potentially secure knockouts on weakened opponents. Most competitive players view Aipom as a stepping stone toward obtaining Ambipom, which provides superior stats and significantly enhanced offensive potential, making the pre-evolution primarily valuable for breeders and trainers working toward that final evolution.
Commonly Asked Questions About Aipom
What type is Aipom?
Aipom is a normal type Pokemon.
What does Aipom evolve into?
Aipom evolves into ambipom.
What are Aipom's weaknesses?
Aipom is weak to fighting type moves.
Where can I find Aipom?
Aipom can be found in johto route 44 (johto), johto route 45 (johto) and johto route 29 (johto) and 12 other locations.
Aipom Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Aipom achieved notable prominence in Pokémon animation through its memorable appearance as Ash's companion during the Diamond and Pearl series, where Aipom demonstrated remarkable personality and became a fan favorite through its mischievous antics and loyal friendship with Ash. The Pokémon's association with Ash elevated its profile significantly within the anime community, introducing countless viewers to the species and establishing Aipom as a recognizable and beloved character in Pokémon popular culture. Its distinctive tail-hand design has made it a popular choice for merchandise, artwork, and fan creations, with the unique appendage providing artists and designers with compelling visual elements that differentiate Aipom from other Pokémon species. The species has maintained consistent representation across multiple Pokémon generations and media adaptations, including appearances in trading card games, spin-off games, and various Pokémon movies and television specials, testifying to its enduring appeal. The mechanics of its evolution—requiring the move Double Hit rather than simple leveling—has made Aipom something of a notable case study in Pokémon game design, with players and theorists frequently discussing and appreciating this innovative approach to evolution mechanics. Furthermore, Aipom's design has inspired discussions about evolutionary biology and adaptation, with the tail-focused specialization serving as an interesting thought experiment in how Pokémon might develop specialized limbs and lose conventional functionality through evolutionary pressure.
Where to Find Aipom in Every Pokémon Game
Aipom's availability has varied significantly throughout the different Pokémon games and generations, reflecting shifting game design decisions and regional Pokédex inclusions across the franchise's history. In Generation II games (Gold, Silver, and Crystal), Aipom received a local Pokédex number of 122, making it accessible relatively early in the player's journey and establishing it as a mainstay of the Johto region. In subsequent generations, Aipom has appeared in Diamond and Pearl under local number 63, HeartGold and SoulSilver as a returning favorite, and various later generations including Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl where it maintains accessibility. The Alola region in Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon features Aipom under local Pokédex number 368, integrating it into the Alolan ecosystem where Bounsweet serves as its dietary staple. In more recent titles including Legends: Arceus and Sword and Shield, Aipom continues to appear, though its availability may be restricted to specific routes or require particular game versions. The capture rate of 45 makes Aipom moderately difficult to catch compared to common Pokémon, requiring decent Poké Balls and potentially some effort, particularly when encountered at full health. Aipom's relatively consistent appearance across generations ensures that dedicated trainers can typically obtain specimens for breeding and competitive purposes, though the specific methods and availability windows vary between games and may require consulting generation-specific Pokédex guides for precise location data.