linoone-galar #10175
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linoone-galar
Generation III · #10175 — Rushing Pokémon
Galarian Linoone is a Dark/Normal-type regional variant of the classic Linoone, introduced in Generation VIII through Pokémon Sword and Shield. Distinguished from its Hoennian counterpart by its darker coloration and sinister disposition, this Galar form represents a fascinating example of how regional environmental pressures can reshape a species' characteristics. With the same National Pokédex number of 264, Galarian Linoone maintains the rushing speed that defines the evolutionary line while adopting a more predatory, cunning nature befitting its Dark-type classification. This form is unique in the Linoone family as it serves as an intermediate stage in a three-stage evolution line, evolving into the formidable Obstagoon when leveled up at night starting at level 35, making it the only Linoone form capable of further evolution.
Base Stats
Height
0.5m
Weight
32.5kg
Category
Rushing Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
white
Shape
quadruped
Habitat
grassland
Abilities
Picks up other Pokémon's used and Flung held items. May also pick up an item after battle.
Makes the Pokémon eat any held Berry triggered by low HP below 1/2 its max HP.
Increases Speed to 1.5× with a major status ailment.
Linoone-galar Biology & Physical Characteristics
Galarian Linoone shares the compact, slender physique of its Hoennian relative, maintaining the same modest height of 0.5 meters and weight of 32.5 kilograms. However, its coloration tells a different story—where the original Linoone displays tan fur with brown stripes, the Galarian form presents a predominantly dark palette, reflecting its adoption of Dark-type characteristics. The distinctive long stripe running the length of its body remains, but appears more prominent against its darker coat, ending in an arrowhead shape on its forehead. Its facial features are sharpened and more angular, with the characteristic sharp, elongated claws becoming more pronounced and menacing. The long stripe patterns on its bushy tail and cheeks persist, but the overall effect is one of greater intensity and predatory focus. Its base stat distribution remains identical to the original Linoone with a total of 420 points, maintaining an exceptional Speed stat of 100 while keeping modest Attack (70), Defense (61), and Special Defense (61) values.
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Training
Breeding
Linoone-galar Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Galarian Linoone maintains a perfectly balanced gender ratio, with 50% of individuals being male and 50% being female, allowing for relatively straightforward breeding across the species. As members of the Field egg group, Galarian Linoone can breed with a wide variety of compatible Pokémon, making them valuable for producing offspring with specific movesets and abilities. The species boasts a base happiness of 70, indicating a generally cooperative disposition despite their Dark-type nature, and they hatch from eggs that require 15 cycles to develop—equivalent to approximately 3,599 to 3,855 steps. The capture rate of 90 makes wild Galarian Linoone relatively easy to catch compared to more elusive species, facilitating their use in breeding programs. Their medium-fast growth rate ensures that trainers can develop their Galarian Linoone relatively quickly through standard leveling, making them accessible for competitive teams and casual playthroughs alike.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm01
black white
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black 2 white 2
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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ultra sun ultra moon
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omega ruby alpha sapphire
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sun moon
tm01
x y
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crystal
tm02
gold silver
tm02
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm07
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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sword shield
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red blue
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yellow
tm08
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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sword shield
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yellow
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red green japan
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linoone-galar's Evolution Chain
Linoone-galar Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Galarian Linoone represents a crucial stepping stone in an evolutionary line unique to the Galar region. Evolving from Galarian Zigzagoon at level 20, it exists as an intermediate form before undergoing its final transformation into Obstagoon when leveled up at night starting at level 35. This nocturnal evolution requirement adds a temporal dimension to the evolutionary process, contrasting sharply with the original Linoone, which has no further evolution. The transition from Linoone to Obstagoon marks a dramatic shift, with Obstagoon adopting a more aggressive, striped appearance that emphasizes the Dark/Normal-type nature developed through the Galarian variant line. This evolutionary pathway allows trainers to harness Linoone's speed and intermediate stats as a stepping stone toward the considerably more powerful and versatile Obstagoon, which boasts higher Attack and Special Attack statistics and access to a broader movepool suited to competitive play.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Linoone-galar Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Galarian Linoone exhibits behavioral patterns far more aggressive and ruthless than its Hoennian counterpart, embodying the harsher, more competitive nature of the Galar region itself. Rather than the somewhat clumsy pursuits of the original form, Galarian Linoone employs explosive speed combined with razor-sharp claws as a refined hunting strategy, though its linear movement limitation persists—it still struggles with winding paths and curved roads. This variant demonstrates superior predatory instincts, quickly identifying and pursuing prey with calculated efficiency. The species maintains its characteristic inability to navigate curved routes effectively, often finding itself forced to make abrupt right-angle turns to evade obstacles rather than following natural, flowing paths. In its native Galarian habitats, Galarian Linoone has adapted to more urban and temperate environments compared to the tropical regions where the original form thrives, developing the cunning and adaptability characteristic of Dark-type Pokémon.
Pokedex Entries
Generation III
LINOONE always runs full speed and only in straight lines. If facing an obstacle, it makes a right-angle turn to evade it. This POKéMON is very challenged by gently curving roads.
When hunting, LINOONE will make a beeline straight for the prey at a full run. While this POKéMON is capable of topping 60 mph, it has to come to a screeching halt before it can turn.
It is exceedingly fast if it only has to run in a straight line. When it spots pond- dwelling prey underwater, it quickly leaps in and catches it with its sharp claws.
When running in a straight line, it can top 60 miles per hour. However, it has a tough time with curved roads.
Generation IV
It charges prey at speeds over 60 mph. However, because it can only run straight, it often fails.
When running in a straight line, it can easily top 60 miles an hour. It has a tough time with curved roads.
Generation V
It charges prey at speeds over 60 mph. However, because it can only run straight, it often fails.
It charges prey at speeds over 60 mph. However, because it can only run straight, it often fails.
Generation VI
When running in a straight line, it can easily top 60 miles an hour. It has a tough time with curved roads.
It charges prey at speeds over 60 mph. However, because it can only run straight, it often fails.
Linoone always runs full speed and only in straight lines. If facing an obstacle, it makes a right-angle turn to evade it. This Pokémon is very challenged by gently curving roads.
When hunting, Linoone will make a beeline straight for the prey at a full run. While this Pokémon is capable of topping 60 mph, it has to come to a screeching halt before it can turn.
Generation VIII
Its fur is strong and supple. Shaving brushes made with shed Linoone hairs are highly prized.
It uses its explosive speed and razor-sharp claws to bring down prey. Running along winding paths is not its strong suit.
Linoone-galar Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Galarian Linoone derives from the original "Linoone," which itself is a combination of "line" and "raccoon," emphasizing the distinctive stripe patterns and general morphology that recall the masked mammal. The regional designation acknowledges its origin in the Galar region, inspired by the United Kingdom, which influenced the design philosophy of the entire Generation VIII. The Galarian form's darker aesthetic reflects the grittier, more industrialized nature of Galar compared to the tropical, carefree setting of Hoenn. In Japanese, the species is called Massuguma (マッスグマ), combining "massugu" (まっすぐ, meaning "straight") with an onomatopoetic component, perfectly capturing the Pokémon's defining characteristic of moving only in straight lines. The evolutionary line's progression toward Obstagoon, with its badger-inspired design, suggests an interesting ecological adaptation where Galarian Zigzagoon and Linoone represent a transitional form between the nimble original Linoone and the more robust, nocturnal Obstagoon.
Learnable Moves
Linoone-galar can learn 63 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| assurance | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| baby doll eyes | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| blizzard | ice | Special | 110 | 70 | 5 |
| body press | fighting | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| counter | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fake tears | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| fury swipes | normal | Physical | 18 | 80 | 15 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| grass knot | grass | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| gunk shot | poison | Physical | 120 | 80 | 5 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| 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 |
| icy wind | ice | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| lash out | dark | Physical | 75 | 100 | 5 |
| leer | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| lick | ghost | Physical | 30 | 100 | 30 |
| mud shot | ground | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| night slash | dark | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| pin missile | bug | Physical | 25 | 95 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| retaliate | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| sand attack | ground | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| screech | normal | Status | — | 85 | 40 |
| seed bomb | grass | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow ball | ghost | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snarl | dark | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| stomping tantrum | ground | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| surf | water | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| switcheroo | dark | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| throat chop | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| thunder | electric | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| thunder wave | electric | Status | — | 90 | 20 |
| thunderbolt | electric | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| trick | psychic | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| whirlpool | water | Special | 35 | 85 | 15 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
Linoone-galar Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon environments, Galarian Linoone occupies a unique niche as a fast special wall with limited offensive presence, making it an unconventional choice for most battle formats. Its exceptional Speed stat of 100 allows it to outpace numerous threats in both casual and tournament play, though its Attack stat of only 70 significantly limits its physical damage output despite access to reasonably powerful physical moves. The Dark-type addition to its Normal typing grants valuable resistances, particularly against Ghost and Dark-type moves, while providing immunity to Ghost-type attacks entirely—a benefit that the original Normal-type Linoone lacks. Its three available abilities—Pickup, Gluttony, and the hidden ability Quick Feet—offer different strategic possibilities, with Quick Feet particularly valuable for outspeeding opponents when afflicted with status conditions, potentially boosting Speed to 1.5 times its already impressive base value. Galarian Linoone's primary competitive viability, however, lies in its role as a Pokémon Sword and Shield playthrough partner, where its type coverage and Speed make it more practical than the original form; in higher-tier competitive play, trainers typically prefer to invest resources in its evolved form, Obstagoon, which offers superior stat distribution and movepool diversity.
Commonly Asked Questions About Linoone-galar
What type is Linoone-galar?
Linoone-galar is a dark and normal type Pokemon.
What does Linoone-galar evolve into?
Linoone-galar does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Linoone-galar's weaknesses?
Linoone-galar is weak to fighting, bug and fairy type moves.
Linoone-galar Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Galarian Linoone emerged as a symbol of Generation VIII's regional variant philosophy, demonstrating how environmental adaptation could fundamentally reshape familiar Pokémon species. The Dark/Normal typing immediately captured the imagination of the competitive community and casual players alike, representing a more aggressive interpretation of the beloved Rushing Pokémon line. Its introduction in Pokémon Sword and Shield coincided with the broader representation of the Galar region's inspired-by-Britain aesthetic, and the species' evolution into Obstagoon—modeled after badgers and drawing visual inspiration from street punk culture—made the entire line particularly memorable to players exploring the new region. The Galarian form's appearance in promotional materials and official artwork established it as an iconic example of how type changes could alter a Pokémon's perceived personality and role, even when maintaining identical base stats to the original. Within the fan community, Galarian Linoone sparked considerable discussion about regional variants as a design concept, and its three-stage evolutionary line made it a natural favorite for trainers who wanted to experience the complete Galar-exclusive evolution sequence.
Where to Find Linoone-galar in Every Pokémon Game
Galarian Linoone is native exclusively to the Galar region and its expansions, appearing in Pokémon Sword and Shield as well as the Crown Tundra DLC, where it holds Pokédex number 0032 in Sword and Shield's regional listing and 0072 in the Crown Tundra section. Players can encounter Galarian Zigzagoon in various grass-type encounters throughout Galar, allowing them to catch and raise one themselves before it evolves into Linoone at level 20. The species cannot be transferred to or obtained in earlier generation games, making it exclusive to Generation VIII and beyond. Its availability in both Sword and Shield versions ensures accessibility regardless of which game version a player owns, and the inclusion in Crown Tundra expanded its availability across additional routes and encounter zones. Trainers seeking Galarian Linoone in later games such as Scarlet and Violet would need to rely on transfer methods or breeding if the species was made available in those titles, though specific availability in those games would require consultation of their respective Pokédex databases. The species' presence in the Wild Area and various route encounters made it a relatively straightforward Pokémon for players to obtain early in their journey through Galar.