Description
Type: Water / Fighting
Ability: Reckless / Intimidate
Hidden Ability: Pure Power
Species: Blade Pokemon
Pokedex Entry:
-It is a predator in the ocean that is no stranger to engaging battles with rivals. Endless battles turned its beak durable and its tail impenetrable.
- Valiade and Griezaber are sworn enemies in the sea. It is known to battle swiftly by using its beak as a blade and its tail as a shield when fighting simultaneously
Evolution:
Valiade does not evolve
Origin:
Valiade is inspired by the Needlefish which are commonly found in the Philippine Sea. Needlefishes are carnivorous fishes that swim in shallow waters. It is also inspired by the Fighting Fish.
The sword and overall origins of Valiade is inspired by Ancient Filipino civilizations who fought against Spaniards. The famous battle between Lapu-Lapu, (the Philippines' very first hero), and Ferdinand Magellan sparked the resistance of the Filipinos against colonization.
Valiade name is a combination of the words "Valiant" and "Blade".