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Pokemon Sun and Moon New Pokemon
This Pokemon Sun and Moon New Pokemon guide serves as a list of New Pokemon in Sun and Moon. Pokemon Sun and Moon Versions introduce the seventh generation of Pokemon in the Alola Region.
Note: This guide was published pre-release and features Pokemon revealed before the launch of the games. For a complete database of new 7th Generation Pokemon, check out our National Pokedex.
Pokemon Sun & Moon New Pokemon
Rowlet
Species: Grass Quill Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Overgrow
Bio: Rowlet is the Grass type starter Pokemon for Pokemon Sun and Moon. Rowlet is one of three Pokemon that the trainer will be able to choose as their first Pokemon. Rowlet appears to be inspired by a well-dressed owl.
Dartrix
Species: Blade Quill Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Overgrow
Bio: Dartrix is the Grass/Flying type starter evolution of Rowlet. It's the Stage 1 Pokemon that serves as a middle ground between a Starter Pokemon and it's final evolution. It was revealed in a trailer on October 4. Dartrix is inspired by a confident owl.
Litten
Species: Fire Cat Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Blaze
Bio: Litten is the Fire type starter Pokemon for Pokemon Sun and Moon. Litten is one of three Pokemon that the trainer will be able to choose as their first Pokemon. Litten is inspired by a fiesty cat.
Torracat
Species: Fire Cat Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Blaze
Bio: Torracat is the Fire type starter evolution of Litten. It's the Stage 1 Pokemon that serves as a middle ground between a Starter Pokemon and it's final evolution. It was revealed in a trailer on October 4. Torracat is inspired by a fiery cat.
Popplio
Species: Sea Lion Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Torrent
Bio: Popplio is the Water type starter Pokemon for Pokemon Sun and Moon. Popplio is one of three Pokemon that the trainer will be able to choose as their first Pokemon. Popplio is inspired by a playful seal.
Brionne
Species: Pop Star Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Torrent
Bio: Brionne is the Water type starter evolution of Popplio. It's the Stage 1 Pokemon that serves as a middle ground between a Starter Pokemon and it's final evolution. It was revealed in a trailer on October 4. Brionne is inspired by a joyous seal.
Pikipek
Species: Woodpecker Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Keen Eye; Skill Link
Bio: Pikipek is a Normal/Flying type Pokemon that can be found on the first route in Pokemon Sun and Moon. It is likely one of the first Pokemon a trainer will encounter and be able to capture. Pikipek was revealed along with Yungoos and Grubbin at E3 2016. Pikipek is inspired by a colorful woodpecker.
Yungoos
Species: Loitering Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Stakeout; Strong Jaw
Bio: Yungoos is a Normal type Pokemon that can be found on the first route in Pokemon Sun and Moon. It is likely one of the first Pokemon a trainer will encounter and be able to capture. It evolves into the new Pokemon Gumshoos. Yungoos was revealed along with Pikipek and Grubbin at E3 2016. Yungoos is inspired by a hungry mongoose.
Gumshoos
Species: Stakeout Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Stakeout; Strong Jaw
Bio: Gumshoos is a Normal type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. It evolves from the new Pokemon Yungoos. Gumshoos can have the ability Stakeout or Strong Jaw. Gumshoos is inspired by a large mongoose.
Grubbin
Species: Larva Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Swarm
Bio: Grubbin is a Bug type Pokemon that can be found on the first route in Pokemon Sun and Moon. It is likely one of the first Pokemon a trainer will encounter and be able to capture. Grubbin was revealed along with Yungoos and Pikipek at E3 2016. Grubbin is inspired by a juicy larval beetle.
Charjabug
Species: Battery Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Battery
Bio: Charjabug is a Bug/Electric type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer along with several other new Pokemon on July 1. Charjabug has the new ability Battery. Charjabug evolves from Grubbin. Charjabug is inspired by a battery-shaped insect.
Vikavolt
Species: Stag Beetle Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Levitate
Bio: Vikavolt is a Bug/Electric type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer along with several other new Pokemon on July 1. Vikavolt has the ability Levitate. Vikavolt evolves from Charjabug. Vikavolt is inspired by a Stag Beetle.
Komala
Species: Drowsing Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Comatose
Bio: Komala is a Normal type Pokemon. It was revealed in an edition of Corocoro Magazine alongside Rockruff. Komala has the new ability Comatose. Komala is inspired by a sleepy koala.
Rockruff
Species: Puppy Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Keen Eye; Vital Spirit
Bio: Rockruff is a Rock type Pokemon. It was revealed in an edition of Corocoro Magazine alongside Komala. Rockruff can have the ability Keen Eye or Vital Spirit. Rockruff is inspired by a scruffy dog.
Solgaleo
Species: Sunne Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Full Metal Body
Bio: Solgaleo is the cover legendary of Pokemon Sun. It's a Psychic/Steel type Pokemon that will likely play a significant role in the story of the Sun version of the games. Solgaleo has the new ability Full Metal Body and is inspired by a radiating lion.
Lunala
Species: Moone Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Shadow Shield
Bio: Lunala is the cover legendary of Pokemon Moon. It's a Psychic/Ghost type Pokemon that will likely play a significant role in the story of the Moon version of the games. Lunala has the new ability Shadow Shield and is inspired by a spooky bat.
Bruxish
Species: Gnash Teeth Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Dazzling; Strong Jaw
Bio: Bruxish is a Water/Psychic type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer along with several other new Pokemon on July 1. Bruxish can have the ability Dazzling or Strong Jaw. Bruxish is inspired by a colorful fish.
Cutiefly
Species: Bee Fly Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Honey Gather; Shield Dust
Bio: Cutiefly is a Bug/Fairy type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer along with several other new Pokemon on July 1. Cutiefly can have the ability Honey Gather or Shield Dust. Cutiefly evolves into Ribombee Cutiefly is inspired by a cute bee.
Ribombee
Species: Bee Fly Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Honey Gather; Shield Dust
Bio: Ribombee is a Bug/Fairy type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer along with several other new Pokemon on October 14. Ribombee can have the ability Honey Gather or Shield Dust. Ribombee evoles from Cutiefly. Cutiefly is inspired by an elegant honey-gatherer.
Drampa
Species: Placid Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Berserk; Sap Sipper
Bio: Drampa is a Normal/Dragon type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer along with several other new Pokemon on July 1. Drampa can have the ability Berserk or Sap Sipper. Drampa is inspired by an Eastern dragon.
Tapu Koko
Species: Land Spirit Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Electric Surge
Bio: Tapu Koko is an Electric/Fairy type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer along with several other new Pokemon on July 1. Tapu Koko has the new ability Electric Surge. Tapu Koko is inspired by an electrifying insect.
Togedemaru
Species: Roly-Poly Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Iron Barbs; Lightning Rod
Bio: Togedemaru is an Electric/Steel type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer along with several other new Pokemon on July 1. Togedemaru can have the ability Iron Barbs or Lightning Rod. Togedemaru is inspired by a sparky mouse.
Magearna
Species: Artificial Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Soul-Heart
Bio: Magearna is an Steel/Fairy type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer along with several other new Pokemon on July 1. Magearna has the new ability Soul-Heart. Magearna is a mythical Pokemon and may be a legendary Pokemon as well. Magearna is inspired by a transforming Pokéball.
Salandit
Species: Toxic Lizard Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Corrosion
Bio: Salandit is an Poison/Fire type Pokemon. It was revealed during the Japan Expo in Paris on July 7. Salandit has the new ability Corrosion. Salandit is inspired by mischevious lizard.
Bounsweet
Species: Fruit Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Leaf Guard; Oblivious
Bio: Bounsweet is a Grass type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released July 19. Bounsweet can have the ability Leaf Guard or Oblivious. Bounsweet is inspired by a plump berry.
Steenee
Species: Fruit Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Leaf Guard; Oblivious
Bio: Steenee is a Grass type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released October 14. Steenee can have the ability Leaf Guard or Oblivious. It evolves from Bounsweet and evolves into Tsareena. Steenee is inspired by a fairy berry.
Tsareena
Species: Fruit Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Leaf Guard; Qqueenly Majesty
Bio: Tsareena is a Grass type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released October 14. tsareena can have the ability Leaf Guard or Queenly Majesty. The latter is an exclusive new ability that prevents the opponents from using priority moves. Bounsweet evolves into Steenee which evolves into Tsareena. Tsareena is inspired by a queenly fruit.
Stufful
Species: Flailing Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Fluffy; Klutz
Bio: Stufful is a Normal/Fighting type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 19. Stufful can have the abilities Fluffy or Klutz. It evolves into the new Pokemon Bewear. Stufful is inspired by a confused plush bear.
Bewear
Species: Strong Arm Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Fluffy; Klutz
Bio: Bewear is a Normal/Fighting type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released July 19. Bewear can have the new ability Fluffy or the returning ability Klutz. It evolves from the new Pokemon Stufful. Bewear is inspired by a welcoming bear.
Comfey
Species: Posy Picker Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Flower Veil; Triage
Bio: Comfey is a Fairy type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released July 19. Comfey can have the new ability Triage or the returning ability Flower Veil. Comfey is inspired by a ring of posies.
Mudbray
Species: Donkey Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Own Tempo; Stamina
Bio: Mudbray is a Ground type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. It evolves into the new Pokemon Mudsdale. Mudbray can have the ability Own Tempo or Stamina. Mudbray is inspired by a little donkey.
Mudsdale
Species: Draft Horse Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Own Tempo; Stamina
Bio: Mudsdale is a Ground type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released July 19. It evolves from the new Pokemon Mudbray. Mudsdale can have the new ability Stamina or the returning ability Own Tempo. Mudsdale is inspired by a noble stallion.
Mimikyu
Species: Disguise Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Own Tempo; Stamina
Bio: Mimikyu is a Ghost/Fairy type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released July 19. Mimikyu has the new ability Disguise that allows it to avoid damage and take on a different appearance. Mimikyu is inspired by a transforming doll.
Wimpod
Species: Turn Tail Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Wimp Out
Bio: Wimpod is a Bug/Water type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released July 19. Wimpod has the new ability Wimp Out. Wimpod is inspired by a frightened bug.
Fomantis
Species: Sickle Grass Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Leaf Guard
Bio: Fomantis is a Grass type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. It evolves into the new Pokemon Lurantis. Fomantis has the ability Leaf Guard. Fomantis is inspired by a thick foilage.
Lurantis
Species: Bloom Sickle Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Leaf Guard
Bio: Lurantis is a Grass type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. it evolves from the new Pokemon Fomantis. Lurantis has the ability Leaf Guard. Lurantis is inspired by a blooming foilage.
Minior
Species: Meteor Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Shields Down
Bio: Minior is a Rock/Flying type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. Minior has the new ability Shields Down that gives it extra Defense and protection from status conditions while it remains above half HP. Minior is inspired by a hardened meteor.
Oricorio (Baile Style)
Species: Dancing Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Dancer
Bio: Oricorio (Baile Style) is a Fire/Flying type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. It has four unique forms that are native to each island in Alola. Oricorio (Baile Style) has the new ability Dancer. Oricorio (Baile Style) is inspired by a dancing bird.
Oricorio (Pom-Pom Style)
Species: Dancing Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Dancer
Bio: Oricorio (Pom-Pom Style) is a Electric/Flying type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. It has four unique forms that are native to each island in Alola. Oricorio (Pom-Pom Style) has the new ability Dancer. Oricorio (Pom-Pom Style) is inspired by a dancing bird.
Oricorio (Pa'u Style)
Species: Dancing Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Dancer
Bio: Oricorio (Pa'u Style) is a Psychic/Flying type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. It has four unique forms that are native to each island in Alola. Oricorio (Pa'u Style) has the new ability Dancer. Oricorio (Pa'u Style) is inspired by a dancing bird.
Oricorio (Sensu Style)
Species: Dancing Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Dancer
Bio: Oricorio (Sensu Style) is a Ghost/Flying type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. It has four unique forms that are native to each island in Alola. Oricorio (Sensu Style) has the new ability Dancer. Oricorio (Sensu Style) is inspired by a dancing bird.
Alolan Sandshrew
Species: Mouse Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Snow Cloak
Bio: Alolan Sandshrew is an Ice/Steel type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. It is the new Alolan form of the Generation 1 Pokemon Sandshrew. Alolan Sandshrew has the ability Snow Cloak.
Alolan Sandslash
Species: Mouse Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Snow Cloak
Bio: Alolan Sandslash is an Ice/Steel type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. It is the new Alolan form of the Generation 1 Pokemon Sandslash. Alolan Sandslash has the ability Snow Cloak.
Alolan Vulpix
Species: Fox Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Snow Cloak
Bio: Alolan Vulpix is an Ice type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. It is the new Alolan form of the Generation 1 Pokemon Vulpix. Alolan Vulpix has the ability Snow Cloak.
Alolan Ninetales
Species: Fox Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Snow Cloak
Bio: Alolan Ninetales is an Ice type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. It is the new Alolan form of the Generation 1 Pokemon Ninetales. Alolan Ninetales has the ability Snow Cloak.
Alolan Exeggutor
Species: Coconut Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Frisk
Bio: Alolan Exeggutor is a Grass/Dragon type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 1. It is the new Alolan form of the Generation 1 Pokemon Exeggutor. Alolan Exeggutor has the ability Frisk.
Morelull
Species: Illuminating Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Illuminate; Effect Spore
Bio: Morelull is a Grass/Fairy type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 11. Morelull can have the abilities Illuminate or Effect Spore. Morelull is inspired by a colorful mushroom.
Pyukumuku
Species: Sea Cucumber Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Innards Out
Bio: Pyukumuku is a Water type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 11. Pyukumuku has the new ability Innards Out that deals damage to the opponent after it has fainted. Pyukumuku is inspired by a sea cucumber.
Wishiwashi
Species: Small Fry Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Schooling
Bio: Wishiwashi is a Water type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 11. Wishiwashi has the new ability Schooling that allows it to change into it's School Form and become more powerful. Wishiwashi is inspired by a school of fish.
Alolan Marowak
Species: Bone Keeper Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Cursed Body; Lightning Rod
Bio: Alolan Marowak is a Fire/Ghost type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 11. Alolan Marowak can have the abilities Cursed Body or Lighting Rod. Alolan Marowak is an alternate form of the Generation 1 Pokemon Marowak.
Alolan Meowth
Species: Scratch Cat Pokemon
Type: 
Ability: Pickup; Technician
Bio: Alolan Meowth is a Dark type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 11. Alolan Meowth can have the abilities Pickup or Technician. Alolan Meowth is an alternate form of the Generation 1 Pokemon Meowth.
Alolan Raichu
Species: Mouse Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Surge Surfer
Bio: Alolan Raichu is an Electric/Psychic type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 11. Alolan Raichu has the new ability Surge Surfer which doubles it's speed in Electric Terrains. Alolan Raichu is an alternate form of the Generation 1 Pokemon Raichu.
Crabrawler
Species: Boxing Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Hyper Cutter; Iron Fist
Bio: Crabrawler is a Fighting type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 19. Crabrawler can have the abilities Hyper Cutter or Iron Fist. Crabrawler is inspired by a boxing crab.
Sandygast
Species: Sand Heap Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Water Compaction
Bio: Sandygast is a Ghost/Ground type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 19. Sandygast has the new ability Water Compaction that raises its Defense stat by 2 when hit with a Water type move. It evolves into the new Pokemon Palossand. Sandygast is inspired by an animate sand pile.
Palossand
Species: Sand Castle Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Water Compaction
Bio: Palossand is a Ghost/Ground type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer released August 19. Palossand has the new ability Water Compaction that raises its Defense stat by 2 when hit with a Water type move. It evolves from the new Pokemon Sandygast. Palossand is inspired by an animate sand castle.
Turtonator
Species: Blast Turtle Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Shell Armor
Bio: Turtonator is a Fire/Dragon type Pokemon. It was revealed during Gamescom 2016. Turtonator has the ability Shell Armor. It is the only Pokemon that can learn the move new Shell Trap that traps a Pokemon if it physicall attacks Turtonator. Turtonator is inspired by an explosive turtle.
Type: Null
Species: Synthetic Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Battle Armor
Bio: Type: Null is a Normal type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer on September 6. Type: Null has the ability Battle Armor. Type: Null does not occur naturally and was created by humans (like Mewtwo. Type: Null is inspired by an armor-bearing deer.
Silvally
Species: Synthetic Pokemon
Type:
Ability: RKS System
Bio: Silvally is a Normal type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer on September 14. Silvally has the ability Battle Armor. Silvally does not occur naturally and was created by humans (like Mewtwo. It evolves from Type: Null. Silvally is inspired by a typeless beast.
Jangmo-o
Species: Scaly Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Bulletproof; Soundproof
Bio: Jangmo-o is a Dragon type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer on September 6. Jangmo-o can have the ability Bulletproof or Soundproof. Jangmo-o is inspired by a stout dragon.
Hakamo-o
Species: Scaly Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Bulletproof; Soundproof
Bio: Hakamo-o is a Dragon/Fighting type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer on October 14. Hakamo-o can have the ability Bulletproof or Soundproof. Hakamo-o is inspired by a fighting dragon.
Kommo-o
Species: Scaly Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Bulletproof; Soundproof
Bio: Kommo-o is a Dragon/Fighting type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer on October 14. Kommo-o can have the ability Bulletproof or Soundproof. Kommo-o is inspired by an armored dragon.
Alolan Rattata
Species: Mouse Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Gluttony; Hustle
Bio: Alolan Rattata is a Dark/Normal type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer on September 6. Alolan Rattata can have the ability Gluttony or Hustle. Alolan Rattata is an alternate form of the Generation 1 Pokemon Rattata. It evolves into Alolan Raticate.
Alolan Raticate
Species: Mouse Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Gluttony; Hustle
Bio: Alolan Raticate is a Dark/Normal type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer on September 6. Alolan Raticate can have the ability Gluttony or Hustle. Alolan Raticate is an alternate form of the Generation 1 Pokemon Raticate. It evolves from Alolan Rattata.
Passimian
Species: Teamwork Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Receiver
Bio: Passimian is a Fighting type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer on September 20. Passimian has the new ability Receiver that allows it to inherit the ability of a fallen ally. Passimian is exclusive to Pokemon Sun version. It is inspired by a crafty chimp.
Oranguru
Species: Sage Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Inner Focus; Telepathy
Bio: Oranguru is a Normal/Psychic type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer on September 20. Oranguru can have the ability Inner Focus or Telepathy. It has the exclusive new move Instruct that allows an ally Pokemon to use the save move twice in one turn. Oranguru is exclusive to Pokemon Moon version. It is inspired by a wise orangutan.
Lycanroc
Species: Wolf Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Keen Eye; Sand Rush (Midday); Vital Spirit (Midnight)
Bio: Lycanroc is a Rock type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer on September 20. Lycanroc has two different forms: Midday Form is exclusive to Pokemon Sun and Midnight Form is exclusive to Pokemon Moon. Lycanroc can have the ability Keen Eye or Sand Rush (Midday) or Vital Spirit (Midnight). Midday form can learn the move Accelerock and Midnight form can learn the move Counter. It is inspired by a shape-shifting werewolf.
Ash-Greninja
Species: Ninja Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Battle Bond
Bio: Ash-Greninja is a Water/Dark type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer on October 6. It has the unique new ability Battle Bond that transforms Greninja into Ash-Greninja and KOs the opponent's Pokemon. Ash-Greninja is an alternate form of the Generation 6 Pokemon Greninja. It is inspired by an aqua ninja.
Alolan Grimer
Species: Sludge Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Poison Touch; Gluttony
Bio: Alolan Grimer is a Poison/Dark type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer on October 14. It can have the abilities Poison Touch or Gluttony. Alolan Grimer is an alternate form of the Generation 1 Pokemon Grimer. It evolves into Alolan Muk.
Alolan Muk
Species: Sludge Pokemon
Type:
Ability: Poison Touch; Gluttony
Bio: Alolan Muk is a Poison/Dark type Pokemon. It was revealed in a trailer on October 14. It can have the abilities Poison Touch or Gluttony. Alolan Muk is an alternate form of the Generation 1 Pokemon Muk. It evolves from Alolan Grimer.
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