finneon
Generation IV · #0456 — Wing Fish Pokémon
Finneon is a Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV, classified as the Wing Fish Pokémon and assigned the National Pokédex number 456. This small, elegant aquatic creature has captivated trainers and researchers alike with its striking appearance and bioluminescent capabilities. Standing at only 0.4 meters tall and weighing a mere 7.0 kilograms, Finneon embodies delicate beauty despite its modest stature. The species has become particularly popular among divers and water enthusiasts, who frequently encounter them near coastal resorts where they gather in schools. With a base stat total of 330, Finneon demonstrates balanced attributes with particular emphasis on Speed (66) and Special Defense (61), making it a nimble and resilient early-game Water-type option for players beginning their journey through the Sinnoh region.
Base Stats
Height
0.4m
Weight
7.0kg
Category
Wing Fish Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
blue
Shape
fish
Abilities
Doubles Speed during rain.
Redirects single-target water moves to this Pokémon where possible. Absorbs Water moves, raising Special Attack one stage.
Prevents burns.
Finneon Biology & Physical Characteristics
Finneon possesses a distinctly elegant morphology characterized by an ellipsoid body with a striking color gradient—the lower half displays a light blue coloration while the upper half is predominantly black. Running across either side of its body is a distinctive pink stripe that extends the horizontal length of the creature, a feature that serves as far more than mere ornamentation. These pink markings, along with similar patterns adorning its tail fins, possess the remarkable ability to absorb and store solar energy throughout the day. The creature's most captivating feature is undoubtedly its pair of caudal fins that resemble gossamer butterfly wings, complete with delicate pink spots that shimmer with accumulated sunlight when darkness falls. Small blue pectoral fins and two black oval-shaped dorsal fins complete its anatomical profile, while its pink eyes convey an almost otherworldly intelligence. Sexual dimorphism is evident in Finneon populations, with female specimens displaying noticeably larger bottom lobes on their tail fins compared to males, a distinction that becomes increasingly apparent as the species matures.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Finneon Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Finneon maintains a perfectly balanced gender ratio of 50% male to 50% female, ensuring equal distribution of both sexes throughout wild populations and facilitating straightforward breeding mechanics for trainers seeking to produce offspring. The species belongs to the Water 2 egg group, a classification it shares with numerous other aquatic Pokémon, allowing it to breed with compatible partners from this group to potentially produce either Finneon eggs or, under specific circumstances involving appropriate breeding partners, other water-type offspring. The species exhibits base friendship value of 70 (in generations prior to Generation VIII, though this was later adjusted to 50), indicating a reasonably cooperative disposition that responds well to trainer care and bonding. Finneon follows a somewhat unusual growth rate classified as 'slow-then-very-fast,' meaning that experience gains are relatively modest during early levels but accelerate considerably as the creature matures, eventually reaching a standard experience progression curve. With an egg hatch counter of 20 cycles (equating to approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps of travel), breeding Finneon is a relatively quick endeavor for dedicated breeders seeking to produce optimal individuals. The visible tail fin sexual dimorphism suggests that gender-specific customization or team composition strategies could be employed by collectors seeking particular aesthetic presentations.
Held Items
Sprites
Held Items
rindo-berry
type-protection
Held: Consumed when struck by a super-effective Grass-type attack to halve the damage.
Cost: 80
rindo-berry
type-protection
Held: Consumed when struck by a super-effective Grass-type attack to halve the damage.
Cost: 80
rindo-berry
type-protection
Held: Consumed when struck by a super-effective Grass-type attack to halve the damage.
Cost: 80
rindo-berry
type-protection
Held: Consumed when struck by a super-effective Grass-type attack to halve the damage.
Cost: 80
rindo-berry
type-protection
Held: Consumed when struck by a super-effective Grass-type attack to halve the damage.
Cost: 80
rindo-berry
type-protection
Held: Consumed when struck by a super-effective Grass-type attack to halve the damage.
Cost: 80
rindo-berry
type-protection
Held: Consumed when struck by a super-effective Grass-type attack to halve the damage.
Cost: 80
rindo-berry
type-protection
Held: Consumed when struck by a super-effective Grass-type attack to halve the damage.
Cost: 80
rindo-berry
type-protection
Held: Consumed when struck by a super-effective Grass-type attack to halve the damage.
Cost: 80
TMs & HMs
tm03
ruby sapphire
tm03
platinum
tm03
firered leafgreen
tm03
heartgold soulsilver
tm03
diamond pearl
tm03
emerald
tm03
xd
tm03
colosseum
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm06
yellow
tm06
gold silver
tm06
red blue
tm06
crystal
tm06
emerald
tm06
firered leafgreen
tm06
diamond pearl
tm06
platinum
tm06
ruby sapphire
tm06
colosseum
+559 more TMs/HMs
Gender Differences
This Pokémon has visible differences between male and female forms.
Finneon Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Finneon undergoes a singular evolutionary transformation into Lumineon upon reaching level 31, a transition that represents a significant upgrade in overall capability and power. This evolution is straightforward and predetermined, requiring no special items, trading mechanics, or environmental conditions—merely the accumulation of experience and advancement through standard leveling. The evolution from Finneon to Lumineon maintains the Water-type classification while substantially improving base stats across nearly all categories. Where Finneon serves as an accessible early-game water companion with balanced but modest statistics, Lumineon becomes a respectable mid-stage Water-type with notably enhanced Special Attack and Speed stats, transforming the evolutionary line into a more viable mid-game option. The visual transformation accompanying this evolution is equally dramatic, as Finneon's elegant but diminutive frame evolves into a larger, more powerful creature that fully embodies the grace suggested by its pre-evolved form. Trainers who invest in developing their Finneon will find that the investment yields considerable returns once evolution occurs, though Finneon itself remains a charming and capable Pokémon throughout the early stages of gameplay.
Where to Find
iron island
sinnoh
+6 more
sinnoh sea route 220
sinnoh
+4 more
sinnoh route 221
sinnoh
+4 more
sinnoh route 219
sinnoh
+4 more
valley windworks
sinnoh
+6 more
canalave city
sinnoh
+6 more
sinnoh route 218
sinnoh
+6 more
sinnoh route 205
sinnoh
+6 more
fuego ironworks
sinnoh
+6 more
unova route 18
unova
+5 more
unova route 17
unova
+11 more
p2 laboratory
unova
+9 more
unova route 4
unova
+1 more
virbank city
unova
+1 more
virbank complex
unova
+1 more
melemele sea
alola
+1 more
kalae bay
alola
+1 more
alola route 15
alola
+1 more
brooklet hill
alola
+1 more
alola route 7
alola
+1 more
+5 more locations in other games
Finneon Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Finneon exhibits a fascinating daily behavioral cycle that reflects its relationship with sunlight and bioluminescence. During daylight hours, these creatures swim near the water's surface in organized schools, positioning themselves to absorb maximum solar radiation through their specialized pink striping and tail patterns. As evening approaches and darkness descends, Finneon retreats to deeper waters where their accumulated solar energy transforms into vivid, glowing displays. According to Pokédex documentation from multiple generations, this luminescence serves dual purposes—functioning as a sophisticated form of camouflage while simultaneously attracting potential prey that becomes mesmerized by the beautiful light show. The species frequently travels alongside their evolved form, Lumineon, and occasionally in mixed schools with other aquatic Pokémon. Finneon has become particularly abundant near resort areas and coastal settlements, as the artificial feeding provided by human populations has conditioned these Pokémon to congregate in these locations. Their natural predator, Wingull, takes advantage of Finneon's jumping ability—the species frequently breaches the water's surface with powerful tail fin propulsions, only to find themselves vulnerable to aerial predation during these acrobatic displays.
Pokedex Entries
After long exposure to sunlight, the patterns on its tail fins shine vividly when darkness arrives.
The way its two tail fins flutter while it swims has earned it the nickname “BEAUTIFLY of the Sea.”
The line running down its side can store sunlight. It shines vividly at night.
Swimming and fluttering its two tail fins, it looks like a BEAUTIFLY. At night, the patterns on its tail fins softly shine.
The line running down its side can store sunlight. It shines vividly at night.
The line running down its side can store sunlight. It shines vividly at night.
The line running down its side can store sunlight. It shines vividly at night.
After long exposure to sunlight, the patterns on its tail fins shine vividly when darkness arrives.
The line running down its side can store sunlight. It shines vividly at night.
After long exposure to sunlight, the patterns on its tail fins shine vividly when darkness arrives.
It absorbs sunlight with the pink areas of its skin, which then shine. This appears to be a form of camouflage.
When night falls, their pink patterns begin to shine. They’re popular with divers, so there are resorts that feed them to keep them close.
Its double tail fins propel its energetic jumps. When it breaks the surface of the sea, Wingull swoop down to grab it on the fly.
It lures in prey with its shining tail fins. It stays near the surface during the day and moves to the depths when night falls.
What a gorgeous sight this Pokémon is as it swims with its long, pink-painted caudal fins fluttering behind it. Finneon's beautiful appearance has led to its nickname: ”finery fish.”
Finneon Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The nomenclature of Finneon reflects thoughtful linguistic construction rooted in its primary characteristics. The English name derives from a combination of 'fin' and 'aeon,' suggesting both the creature's prominent tail fin appendages and the timeless, eternal quality of its bioluminescent displays. The Japanese name, Keikouo, similarly combines kanji elements referring to luminescence and light with characters suggesting its aquatic nature. This naming philosophy perfectly encapsulates Finneon's defining feature—the pink stripes and tail spots capable of storing and emitting light. The evolutionary line's design philosophy appears heavily influenced by real-world marine organisms, particularly delicate fish species that possess bioluminescent or iridescent capabilities as survival mechanisms. The resemblance to butterfly wings noted in multiple Pokédex entries and popular culture references creates a poetic parallel between aerial and aquatic grace, suggesting that Finneon represents the underwater equivalent of the beloved butterfly aesthetic in Pokémon design. The gender-based tail fin dimorphism adds another layer of naturalistic design, mirroring genuine biological sexual dimorphism found in numerous fish species, grounding Finneon in zoological realism despite its fantastical properties.
Learnable Moves
Finneon can learn 74 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| acrobatics | flying | Physical | 55 | 100 | 15 |
| agility | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| air cutter | flying | Special | 60 | 95 | 25 |
| air slash | flying | Special | 75 | 95 | 15 |
| alluring voice | fairy | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| aqua ring | water | Status | — | — | 20 |
| aqua tail | water | Physical | 90 | 90 | 10 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| aurora beam | ice | Special | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| blizzard | ice | Special | 110 | 70 | 5 |
| bounce | flying | Physical | 85 | 85 | 5 |
| brine | water | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 |
| bubble | water | Special | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| captivate | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| charm | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| chilling water | water | Special | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| confuse ray | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| dazzling gleam | fairy | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| defog | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| dive | water | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| flail | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| flash | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| flip turn | water | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| gust | flying | Special | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| hail | ice | Status | — | — | 10 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hydro pump | water | Special | 110 | 80 | 5 |
| ice beam | ice | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| icy wind | ice | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| natural gift | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| nature power | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| ominous wind | ghost | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| pound | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psybeam | psychic | Special | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| psych up | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| roost | flying | Status | — | — | 5 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| scald | water | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| signal beam | bug | Special | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| silver wind | bug | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| soak | water | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| splash | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| surf | water | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| sweet kiss | fairy | Status | — | 75 | 10 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| tailwind | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| tickle | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| twister | dragon | Special | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| u turn | bug | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| water gun | water | Special | 40 | 100 | 25 |
| water pulse | water | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| waterfall | water | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| whirlpool | water | Special | 35 | 85 | 15 |
Finneon Competitive Battle Guide
Within competitive Pokémon battling contexts, Finneon occupies a niche position as a utility-oriented special wall despite its modest base stat total of 330. The species' primary competitive advantage lies in its ability selection, with both standard abilities offering distinct strategic benefits. Swift Swim doubles Finneon's Speed during rain weather conditions, potentially transforming it from a relatively slow creature into a moderately paced threat when weather support is present—this ability shines in rain-based team constructions relying on weather offense strategies. Conversely, Storm Drain provides defensive utility by redirecting single-target Water moves and granting a Special Attack boost with each absorption, making Finneon an excellent switch-in against Water-type threats and rain-based opponents. The hidden ability Water Veil prevents burns, offering a specialized defensive niche against Scald-reliant physical walls and burn-heavy strategies. Finneon's defensive typing as a pure Water-type grants resistance to Fire, Water, Ice, and Steel moves while only succumbing to Electric and Grass-type attacks, providing reasonable defensive coverage despite its modest Special Defense stat of 61. However, its low offensive presence—with Attack and Special Attack both sitting at a meager 49—severely limits its ability to contribute offensively, relegating Finneon primarily to support and defensive roles. In competitive environments, Finneon typically functions as a team building block during early-game play or as a weather-dependent speed controller in specialized rain teams, but generally becomes overshadowed by superior options at higher competitive tiers.
Commonly Asked Questions About Finneon
What type is Finneon?
Finneon is a water type Pokemon.
What does Finneon evolve into?
Finneon evolves into lumineon.
What are Finneon's weaknesses?
Finneon is weak to grass and electric type moves.
Where can I find Finneon?
Finneon can be found in iron island (sinnoh), sinnoh sea route 220 (sinnoh) and sinnoh route 221 (sinnoh) and 22 other locations.
Finneon Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Finneon has achieved notable cultural resonance within Pokémon communities and wider gaming culture, particularly regarding aesthetic appreciation and design philosophy. The species frequently appears in fan art, merchandise, and community discussions celebrating graceful and beautiful Water-type Pokémon, often favorably compared to other elegant aquatic designs. The 'Beautifly of the Sea' nickname, explicitly referenced in multiple Pokédex entries, has become deeply embedded in fan nomenclature, with many trainers and content creators using this epithet when discussing Finneon. The creature's bioluminescent mechanics have inspired creative interpretations in fan fiction and comic works, exploring the scientific and narrative implications of its light-storing biology. Finneon's appearance in competitive Pokémon trading card game releases has secured its position in the TCG community, where it appears in various set editions and promotional materials. The species' popularity among casual trainers and water-type enthusiasts remains consistent across multiple game generations, with consistent availability in modern titles ensuring new generations of players encounter and potentially embrace Finneon as a team member. Additionally, Finneon's design aesthetic has influenced subsequent water-type designs in later generations, demonstrating its lasting impact on the franchise's visual direction and player expectations for elegant aquatic Pokémon.
Where to Find Finneon in Every Pokémon Game
Finneon's distribution across Pokémon games has remained relatively consistent since its introduction in Generation IV, with the species being readily available in most mainline titles released subsequent to Diamond and Pearl. In the original Generation IV games (Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum), Finneon can be encountered in the Sinnoh region as Pokédex number 134 in the regional listing, appearing in various water-based routes and bodies of water throughout the region. The species has maintained availability in subsequent generations including HeartGold and SoulSilver, the Black and White series, and most modern iterations including the Alola region entries (Sun and Moon), Galar region (Sword and Shield—The Indigo Disk DLC), and Paldea region (Scarlet and Violet). With a capture rate of 190 and base happiness of 70, Finneon is relatively easy to capture and quickly bonds with trainers, requiring minimal specialized equipment or complex catching strategies. The species' Water 2 egg group classification and standard breeding mechanics mean that players can reliably produce Finneon offspring if they wish to train multiples or soft-reset for optimal natures and individual values. The high availability and approachable catching mechanics have made Finneon an accessible first Water-type option for new players, contributing significantly to its prevalence as an early-team member in trainer rosters across multiple game versions and player demographics.