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LegendaryGeneration V · #10023 — Boundary Pokémon
White Kyurem is the Dragon/Ice-type legendary Pokémon that represents one of the most powerful fusion forms available to the boundary Pokémon. This towering creature, standing at 3.6 meters tall and weighing 325 kilograms, emerged as the mascot of Pokémon White Version 2, gracing its boxart with an imposing presence that captivated fans worldwide. As a member of the Tao trio alongside Reshiram and Zekrom, White Kyurem embodies the concept of ideals—the driving force that compels trainers to pursue their dreams. With a formidable base stat total of 700, White Kyurem represents the ultimate expression of Kyurem's potential when merged with Reshiram through the Absofusion process using the DNA Splicers. This legendary Pokémon possesses an ethereal quality, its body seemingly frozen in place by the ultracold energies it generates internally, making it one of the most visually striking and thematically rich legendary Pokémon in the entire franchise.
Base Stats
Height
3.6m
Weight
325.0kg
Category
Boundary Pokémon
Gender
Genderless
Color
gray
Shape
upright
Abilities
Bypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent moves.
Kyurem-white Biology & Physical Characteristics
White Kyurem's biological composition is fundamentally defined by its mastery over ice and freezing temperatures. The Pokédex reveals that this legendary Pokémon can produce ultracold air and that its body has become frozen as a result of the powerful freezing energy it generates internally. In its base Kyurem form, this energy would leak out uncontrollably, but the fusion with Reshiram through Absofusion appears to stabilize and weaponize this inherent power. The process uses the DNA Splicers to merge Kyurem's dragon essence with Reshiram's truth-based nature, creating a harmonious balance that enhances Kyurem's Special Attack from 130 to an impressive 170 while also boosting its Special Defense from 90 to 100. At 3.6 meters in height, White Kyurem is notably taller than the base form, suggesting that the fusion augments its physical manifestation. The legendary Pokémon's genderless nature and lack of reproductive capacity place it among the franchise's most enigmatic creatures, existing outside the normal evolutionary and breeding paradigms that govern typical Pokémon life.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Kyurem-white Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
White Kyurem, like all forms of Kyurem, is classified as a genderless legendary Pokémon incapable of reproduction through normal breeding mechanisms. It belongs to the Undiscovered egg group, meaning it cannot breed with any partner Pokémon, nor can it be obtained through conventional egg hatching. This designation reflects its status as a legendary Pokémon existing outside the normal lifecycle that governs typical Pokémon populations. The breeding impossibility is thematically appropriate given Kyurem's role as a manifestation of philosophical concepts—ideals and truth are not biological entities that reproduce through conventional means, and neither can the Pokémon that embodies them. The genderless classification further emphasizes Kyurem's otherworldly nature and its function as a universal principle rather than an individual organism. Trainers seeking to add White Kyurem to their teams cannot rely on breeding chains or egg mechanics; instead, they must locate and capture the base Kyurem in the wild, then perform the Absofusion with Reshiram using the DNA Splicers. This limitation ensures that White Kyurem remains rare and valuable, maintaining its legendary prestige throughout multiple game generations. The base happiness value of zero underscores the distance between White Kyurem and ordinary Pokémon, requiring patient trainers to gradually build rapport through genuine connection and achievement rather than through conventional means.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
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black white
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black 2 white 2
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omega ruby alpha sapphire
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x y
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emerald
tm02
firered leafgreen
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ruby sapphire
tm02
black white
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heartgold soulsilver
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platinum
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colosseum
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diamond pearl
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black 2 white 2
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sun moon
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omega ruby alpha sapphire
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x y
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xd
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ultra sun ultra moon
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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ruby sapphire
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Kyurem-white Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
White Kyurem does not evolve in the traditional sense, nor does it possess a Mega Evolution form. Instead, it exists as a specialized form that Kyurem assumes through Absofusion, a unique fusion mechanic introduced in Generation V. When a trainer uses the DNA Splicers to merge the base Kyurem with Reshiram, the boundary Pokémon transforms into White Kyurem, a process that is both instantaneous and complete. This fusion grants White Kyurem access to two exclusive moves—Fusion Flare and Ice Burn—which leverage the combined power of both legendary Pokémon. Fusion Flare represents Reshiram's fiery nature, while Ice Burn showcases Kyurem's mastery of frozen energy, creating a devastating combination that covers both special attack capabilities. The Absofusion process also grants White Kyurem the ability Turboblaze, which bypasses the abilities of opposing Pokémon that might otherwise hinder or prevent moves from connecting, making it an invaluable tool in competitive scenarios where ability-based defenses would otherwise provide protection. Unlike traditional evolution or Mega Evolution, Absofusion is reversible—trainers can separate White Kyurem back into its component forms using the DNA Splicers, allowing for strategic flexibility depending on their current team composition and battle requirements.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Kyurem-white Behaviour and Natural Habitat
According to the mythology of the Unova region, White Kyurem exists in a state of perpetual waiting, searching for a hero worthy of completing its form by embodying the ideals necessary to unlock its full potential. This narrative, found in the Pokédex entries from Black 2 and White 2, suggests that White Kyurem is not merely a physical entity but a spiritual embodiment of aspiration and idealism. The Pokémon maintains an extraordinarily low base happiness of zero, reflecting its legendary status and the vast gulf between itself and ordinary creatures. Its freezing body produces ultracold air that permeates its surroundings, creating an environment where normal life struggles to exist. White Kyurem appears to dwell in isolation, perhaps in remote, frozen regions where its internal energies would not devastate inhabited territories. The association with truth and ideals implies that White Kyurem gravitates toward trainers and locations aligned with these philosophical concepts. Its connection to the Swords of Justice, as explored in the Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice narrative, suggests a complex role within the greater ecosystem of legendary Pokémon, positioning it as both guardian and harbinger of profound change.
Pokedex Entries
Generation V
It generates a powerful, freezing energy inside itself, but its body became frozen when the energy leaked out.
This legendary ice Pokémon waits for a hero to fill in the missing parts of its body with truth or ideals.
It can produce ultracold air. Its body is frozen.
Generation VI
This legendary ice Pokémon waits for a hero to fill in the missing parts of its body with truth or ideals.
It generates a powerful, freezing energy inside itself, but its body became frozen when the energy leaked out.
This legendary ice Pokémon waits for a hero to fill in the missing parts of its body with truth or ideals.
It generates a powerful, freezing energy inside itself, but its body became frozen when the energy leaked out.
Generation VIII
Dwelling within it is a power even greater than that of Reshiram or Zekrom, but the extreme cold keeps that power bound.
It appears that this Pokémon uses its powers over ice to freeze its own body in order to stabilize its cellular structure.
Kyurem-white Name Origin & Design Inspiration
White Kyurem's design aesthetic represents a dramatic departure from its base form, emphasizing majesty, purity, and elemental mastery. The Pokémon's coloration—predominantly white with icy accents—reflects its Dragon/Ice typing and the freezing energies that comprise its fundamental nature. Its name, Kyurem (キュレム), derives from the Japanese concept of void or emptiness, which aligns perfectly with the mythology that describes it as incomplete and waiting for completion. The 'white' designation distinguishes it from Black Kyurem and emphasizes the light, truth, and ideals associated with its Reshiram fusion. The creature's design incorporates sharp, crystalline features that suggest both its frozen composition and its legendary status, with a form that appears more refined and complete than the base Kyurem. White Kyurem's appearance as the mascot of Pokémon White Version 2 was deliberate, as the white color symbolized the ideal of truth and clarity central to that game's narrative. The English and Japanese designs maintained consistency in their emphasis on frost-formed crystalline structures and an overall aesthetic suggesting a being composed of perpetually frozen matter. This design philosophy extends to its size increase to 3.6 meters, making White Kyurem appear grander and more imposing than the base form's 3.0-meter height.
Learnable Moves
Kyurem-white can learn 87 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| ancient power | rock | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 |
| avalanche | ice | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| blizzard | ice | Special | 110 | 70 | 5 |
| body press | fighting | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| breaking swipe | dragon | Physical | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| brutal swing | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| draco meteor | dragon | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 |
| dragon breath | dragon | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| dragon cheer | dragon | Status | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| dragon claw | dragon | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| dragon dance | dragon | Status | — | — | 20 |
| dragon pulse | dragon | Special | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| dragon rage | dragon | Special | — | 100 | 10 |
| dragon tail | dragon | Physical | 60 | 90 | 10 |
| dual wingbeat | flying | Physical | 40 | 90 | 10 |
| earth power | ground | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| echoed voice | normal | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| flash cannon | steel | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| fly | flying | Physical | 90 | 95 | 15 |
| focus blast | fighting | Special | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| freeze dry | ice | Special | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fusion flare | fire | Special | 100 | 100 | 5 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| hail | ice | Status | — | — | 10 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hone claws | dark | Status | — | — | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| hyper voice | normal | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| ice beam | ice | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| ice burn | ice | Special | 140 | 90 | 5 |
| ice fang | ice | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| icicle spear | ice | Physical | 25 | 100 | 30 |
| icy wind | ice | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| imprison | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| laser focus | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| light screen | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| noble roar | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| outrage | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psychic | psychic | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| reflect | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| roar | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| roost | flying | Status | — | — | 5 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| scale shot | dragon | Physical | 25 | 90 | 20 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| shadow ball | ghost | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| sheer cold | ice | Special | — | 30 | 5 |
| signal beam | bug | Special | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| slash | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| snowscape | ice | Status | 0 | — | 10 |
| steel wing | steel | Physical | 70 | 90 | 25 |
| stone edge | rock | Physical | 100 | 80 | 5 |
| 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 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| weather ball | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| zen headbutt | psychic | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 |
Kyurem-white Competitive Battle Guide
White Kyurem stands as a formidable presence in competitive Pokémon battles, distinguished primarily by its exceptional Special Attack stat of 170—the highest among all its form variants and substantially elevated from the base Kyurem's 130. This dramatic increase makes White Kyurem a devastating special attacker, capable of unleashing powerful ice and dragon-type moves with devastating efficiency. The movepool available to White Kyurem, enhanced by the exclusive Fusion Flare and Ice Burn learned through Absofusion, creates a unique offensive arsenal that few Pokémon can replicate. Fusion Flare combines Reshiram's fire-type heritage with massive special attack power, bypassing water-type advantages that would normally counter ice-type Pokémon, while Ice Burn channels Kyurem's frozen mastery into a move of comparable power. The ability Turboblaze grants White Kyurem the invaluable advantage of bypassing opponent abilities that might otherwise prevent moves from landing, such as Water Absorb or Storm Drain, making it an excellent choice against defensively-oriented teams. With a respectable Special Defense of 100 and reasonable bulk in other defensive stats, White Kyurem achieves a balanced survivability profile that allows it to function as both an offensive sweeper and a more durable special attacker. However, its comparatively low Attack stat of 120 and modest Speed of 95 mean that White Kyurem functions best when utilized in scenarios where its special attack prowess can be maximized through strategic team support, weather assistance, or stat-boosting moves that accelerate its already impressive special damage output.
Commonly Asked Questions About Kyurem-white
What type is Kyurem-white?
Kyurem-white is a dragon and ice type Pokemon.
What does Kyurem-white evolve into?
Kyurem-white does not evolve.
What are Kyurem-white's weaknesses?
Kyurem-white is weak to fighting, rock, steel, dragon and fairy type moves.
Kyurem-white Cultural Impact & Franchise History
White Kyurem's cultural significance within the Pokémon franchise cannot be overstated, as it served as the primary legendary mascot for Pokémon White Version 2, one of the most commercially successful and narratively acclaimed entries in the main series. The choice to feature White Kyurem on the boxart of White Version 2 positioned it as the visual embodiment of the game's thematic exploration of ideals and truth, resonating with players who sought to embody these philosophical principles within their gameplay. The legendary Pokémon's association with the Tao trio—Kyurem, Reshiram, and Zekrom—established it as a central figure in Unova region mythology, explored extensively through the games' narrative and expanded through animated features such as Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice. This film introduced White Kyurem to a broader audience beyond game players, cementing its place in the collective consciousness of Pokémon fans worldwide. The Absofusion mechanic itself became culturally significant, representing an innovative approach to legendary Pokémon interactions that transcended typical evolution paradigms. Competitive players have embraced White Kyurem as a legitimate threat in tournament-level play, earning respect for its devastating special attack capabilities and unique move pool. In collectible card game iterations and merchandise, White Kyurem has received extensive representation, from rare holographic cards commanding premium prices to figurines and plush toys that celebrate its majestic design, ensuring its continued relevance within fan communities.
Where to Find Kyurem-white in Every Pokémon Game
White Kyurem is not available as a wild encounter or direct capture in most Pokémon games. Instead, trainers must obtain the base Kyurem through specific in-game circumstances—typically by capturing it in a legendary encounter within games such as Pokémon Black, White, Black 2, or White 2—and then use the DNA Splicers item to perform Absofusion with Reshiram. This mechanic ensures that acquiring White Kyurem requires significant progress through the narrative and possession of both key legendary Pokémon and the specialized DNA Splicers. In Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 specifically, Kyurem can be encountered and captured within the Giant Chasm, a legendary Pokémon location exclusive to these titles, with White Kyurem becoming available once the Absofusion is performed with Reshiram. Later generations have maintained Kyurem's legendary status, making it available only through specific events, in-game encounters, or transfer from previous generations via the Pokémon Bank and subsequent storage systems. White Kyurem has appeared in various special distributions and events throughout the franchise's history, occasionally distributed with the DNA Splicers pre-fused, allowing trainers immediate access to this powerful form without performing the fusion themselves. The extreme rarity of natural encounters and the requirement for specific items mean that White Kyurem remains a highly sought-after addition to both casual and competitive collections, maintaining its legendary mystique and desirability across multiple game generations and ensuring that trainers who successfully obtain this powerful creature feel genuine achievement.