Greavard (Japanese: ボチ, Hepburn: Bochi) (GREE-verd[1]) is a Ghost-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IX.
Biology[]
Physiology[]
Greavard is a small canine-like Pokémon with a shaggy light-gray coat. Its coat covers its eyes as well as droops down to its pawed feet. The ends of the coat, as well as its tail, is tipped with white. Greavard also sports a large under-bite with sharp teeth and a large tongue, alongside a black nose and whisker spots. Atop its head is a white candle-like formation with a black wick and a purple flame similar to Litwick. The inside of Greavard's mouth as well as the tongue itself are red in coloration.
Behavior[]
Greavard rarely move and usually rest underground with only the candle-like formation on their head sticking up from the ground, creating an eerie glow in the surrounding area. When something draws near, one leaps out of the ground and lets loose a ghastly cry that can startle others, though it doesn't do so with ill intent. Greavard are also very friendly and affectionate Pokémon that are often lonely, leading to them getting easily excited when given the slightest of attention. Of all the Pokémon residing in the Paldea region, Greavard is known to be especially easy to befriend with People and Pokémon.
It is said that dog Pokémon that never get to interact with humans died in the wild would be reborn as Greavard.
Natural abilities[]
It is known to slowly and unwittingly drain the life energy of those around it. It often follows others due to its friendly personality, accidentally draining their life force along the way.
Because of this, Greavard is completely unaware of its ability even though they mean no harm, and it is recommended not to play with them for long periods of time. Trainers are strongly advised to keep their distances for the best if they value their life, and it is recommended to limit their playtime with Greavard.
Greavard also has strong jaws that are capable of crushing and shattering bones, a single bite from it can be grievous.
Evolution[]
Greavard evolves into Houndstone at level 30 during nighttime.
Game Info[]
Locations[]
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| Version(s) | Area(s) | Rarity |
Pokédex entries[]
- Scarlet
It is said that a dog Pokémon that died in the wild without ever interacting with a human was reborn as this Pokémon.
- Violet
This friendly Pokémon doesn't like being alone. Pay it even the slightest bit of attention, and it will follow you forever.
Stats[]
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| Total | 290
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Learnset[]
Leveling[]
| Generation IX | ||||||
| Level | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| 1 | Tackle | 
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Physical | 40 | 100% | 35 |
| 1 | Growl |
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Status | - | 100% | 40 |
| 3 | Lick | 
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Physical | 30 | 100% | 30 |
| 6 | Tail Whip |
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Status | - | 100% | 30 |
| 6 | Bite | 
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Physical | 60 | 100% | 25 |
| 9 | Roar |
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Status | - | -% | 20 |
| 12 | Headbutt |
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Physical | 70 | 100% | 15 |
| 16 | Dig | 
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Physical | 80 | 100% | 10 |
| 24 | Rest | 
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Status | - | -% | 5 |
| 28 | Crunch |
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Physical | 80 | 100% | 15 |
| 32 | Play Rough | 
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Physical | 90 | 90% | 10 |
| 37 | Helping Hand |
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Status | - | -% | 20 |
| 41 | Phantom Force |
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Physical | 90 | 100% | 10 |
| 46 | Charm |
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Status | - | 100% | 20 |
| 52 | Double-Edge |
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Physical | 120 | 100% | 15 |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
TM[]
Breeding[]
| Generation IX | |||||
| Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| Ally Switch |
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Status | - | -% | 15 |
| Parent Candidates: | |||||
| Destiny Bond |
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Status | - | -% | 5 |
| Parent Candidates: | |||||
| Disable |
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Status | - | 100% | 20 |
| Parent Candidates: | |||||
| Howl |
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Status | - | -% | 40 |
| Parent Candidates: | |||||
| Memento |
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Status | - | 100% | 10 |
| Parent Candidates: | |||||
| Shadow Sneak |
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Physical | 40 | 100% | 30 |
| Parent Candidates: | |||||
| Yawn |
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Status | - | -% | 10 |
| Parent Candidates: | |||||
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. * indicates this move requires chain breeding. ◊ indicates the father must learn this move in a previous generation. ♈ indicates the father must learn this move via TM. | |||||
Tutoring[]
| Generation IX | ||||||
| Games | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
| Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. | ||||||
Trivia[]
- Unlike Litwick that drains life energy purposely, Greavard does it by accident even though they mean no harm and are completely unaware of it.
- Kazuyuki Kurashima is the designer of Greavard, as revealed on December 18, 2022. [2]
Origin[]
Greavard appears to be based on the Briard dog breed, which have similarly long coats which cover their eyes to protect them from sunlight and snow blindness. It may also generally take inspiration from other sheep dog breeds such as the Catalan Sheepdog. The candle on its head also bears some resemblance to a topknot, a hairstyle typically worn by long-haired toy dog breeds, such as Shih-Tzus and Yorkshire Terriers.
Its tendency to dig underground and rest may be based on the digging behavior exhibited by dogs while it emerging from the ground may reference depictions of the undead rising from their graves. The candle atop its head which sticks up when it digs underground may be based on a grave candle, which is lit in memoriam of the dead.
Greavard's candle and dog-like appearance may be a reference to the process of rendering animal fat into tallow, which was historically used to make candles and leaves behind a solid material called greaves that is often used as dog food.
Greavard may also be based on the cadejo, a dog-spirit/ghost in Central American and Mexican folklore. Its ability to drain the life of those around it are references to dog owners getting tired after playing with them.
Greavard coming out of the ground may be inspired by the Yōkai, Inugami. It could also be based on the Hanna-Barbera character: Muttley.
Etymology[]
Greavard may come from "greaves" (a solid material derived from tallow, which can be used for both candles and dog food), "grieve" and "Briard". It may also incorporate "graveyard", a resting place for the deceased.
In Other Languages[]
Japanese: ボチ (Bochi) may derive from the term for graveyard (墓地) and the dog name (ポチ Pochi). It may also be derived from the Japanese term for lonely, correlating to Greavard always being lonely due to fear towards its unintentional life-draining powers.
Gallery[]
References[]
- ^ Silvestri, Cris (2024). Pokémon Super Duper Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook [Book]. p. 233. Scholastic. ISBN 978-1-339-02801-9.
- ^ https://twitter.com/el_aleph87/status/1604178224019185664?s=61&t=zNOrrZmsvoCHMEeFQmmDag
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