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{{Nihongo|Lycanroc|ルガルガン|Rugarugan}} is a {{type|rock}}-type [[Pokémon]] introduced in [[Generation VII]]. It is the evolved form of [[Rockruff]].
  
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|tab1=Midday Form
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|tab2=Midnight Form
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|tab3=Dusk Form
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|name = Lycanroc
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|jname = ルガルガン Rugarugan
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|ndex = 745
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|ndexprev = Rockruff
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|ndexnext = Wishiwashi
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|evofrom = Rockruff
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|gen = Generation VII
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|dexalola ={{tt|104|Sun & Moon}}/{{tt|127|Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon}}
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|dexgalar ={{tt|158|The Isle of Armor}}
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|species = Wolf Pokémon
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|type = Rock
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|imheight = 2'07"
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|metheight = 0.8 m
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|imweight = 55.1 lbs.
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|metweight = 25.0 kg
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|ability = [[Keen Eye]]<br/>[[Sand Rush]]
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|dw =Steadfast
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|male =50
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|color =Brown
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|egg1 =Field
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|evo =[[File:744.png|link=Rockruff]][[File:745.png]]
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|body = 08
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|2-name = Lycanroc
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|2-jname = ルガルガン Rugarugan
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|2-ndex = 745Mn
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|2-ndexprev = Rockruff
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|2-evofrom = Rockruff
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|2-ndexnext = Wishiwashi
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|2-gen = Generation VII
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|2-dexalola={{tt|104|Sun & Moon}}/{{tt|127|Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon}}
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|2-dexgalar={{tt|158|The Isle of Armor}}
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|2-species = Wolf Pokémon
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|2-type = Rock
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|2-imheight = 3'07"
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|2-metheight = 1.1 m
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|2-imweight = 55.1 lbs.
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|2-metweight = 25.0 kg
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|2-ability = [[Keen Eye]]<br/>[[Vital Spirit]]
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|2-dw=No Guard
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|2-male=50
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|2-color = Red
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|2-egg1=Field
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|2-evo=[[File:744.png|link=Rockruff]][[File:745Mn.png]]
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|2-body = 06
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|3-name = Lycanroc
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|3-jname = ルガルガン Rugarugan
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|3-ndex = 745Du
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|3-ndexprev = Rockruff
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|3-evofrom = Rockruff
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|3-ndexnext = Wishiwashi
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|3-gen = Generation VII
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|3-dexalola={{tt|104|Sun & Moon}}/{{tt|127|Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon}}
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|3-dexgalar={{tt|158|The Isle of Armor}}
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|3-species = Wolf Pokémon
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|3-type = Rock
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|3-imheight = 2'07"
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|3-metheight = 0.8 m
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|3-imweight = 55.1 lbs.
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|3-metweight = 25.0 kg
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|3-ability = [[Tough Claws]]
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|3-color = Orange
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}}{{Nihongo|Lycanroc|ルガルガン|Rugarugan}} is a {{type|rock}}-type [[Pokémon]] introduced in [[Generation VII]]. It is the evolved form of [[Rockruff]].
   
 
==Biology==
  
==Biology==
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In its Midday Form, Lycanroc resembles a quadrupedal wolf, having brown fur with white markings around its paws, neck, and tail. It has a long bushy tail, pointed ears, and blue eyes, and the pebbles around its neck as a Rockruff have now grown into long, rocky spikes resembling the rays of a sun.
  
In its Midday Form, Lycanroc resembles a quadrupedal wolf, having brown fur with white markings around its paws, neck, and tail. It has a long bushy tail, pointed ears, and blue eyes, and the pebbles around its neck as a Rockruff have now grown into long, rocky spikes resembling the rays of a sun.
   
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In its Midnight Form, Lycanroc is a slouched bipedal wolf, with dark red fur and a thick mane that runs from its back to the top of its head. It has a short, stubby tail, folded ears and eyes that glow bright red with no visible iris or sclera. A fringe of black fur hangs over its face, and two pointed rocks emerge from either side of its waist.
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In its Midnight Form, Lycanroc is a slouched bipedal wolf, with dark red fur and a thick mane that runs from its back to the top of its head. It has a short, stubby tail, folded ears and eyes that glow bright red with no visible iris or sclera. A fringe of black fur hangs over its face, and two pointed rocks emerge from either side of its waist, which is similar to the extinct thylacine's stripes.
   
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In its Dusk Form, Lycanroc resembles the Midday form. It has orange fur, green eyes, and a mane that runs from its back to its head, which resembles the Midnight Form's mane. Whenever it attacks, its eyes can turn red to make it look like the Midnight Form.
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In its Dusk Form, Lycanroc resembles the Midday form. It has orange fur, green eyes, and a mane that runs from its back to its head, which resembles the Midnight Form's mane. Whenever it attacks, its eyes can turn red to make it look like the Midnight Form.
   
 
===Characteristics===
  
===Characteristics===
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Lycanroc is the evolved form of Rockruff. As Rockruff nears evolution, it becomes more aggressive and prone to howling loudly. It then runs away and disappears, only returning once it has evolved.
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As Rockruff nears [[evolution]], it becomes more aggressive and prone to howling loudly. It then runs away and disappears, only returning to its trainer once it has evolved.
   
 
===Behavior===
  
===Behavior===
 
====Midday form====
  
====Midday form====
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The midday form of Lycanroc tend to live in mountains. They are solitary hunters and avoid making packs at to prevent disputes. However, they are fiercely loyal to a trainer that had accepted them during their rambunctious time as a Rockruff.
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The midday form of Lycanroc tend to live in mountains. They are solitary hunters and avoid making packs as to prevent disputes. However, they are fiercely loyal to a trainer that had accepted them during their rambunctious time as a Rockruff.
   
 
====Midnight form====
  
====Midnight form====
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==Evolution==
  
==Evolution==
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Lycanroc is the evolved form of Rockruff, at level 25. Rockruff evolves into a different form of Lycanroc depending on the version of the game. If it evolves in Pokémon Sun, it will become the Midday Form; whereas if it evolves in Pokémon Moon, it will become the Midnight Form. In Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, only Rockruff who has the event-exclusive ability [[Own Tempo]] will evolve into the Dusk Form during 17:00 to 17:59.
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Lycanroc is the evolved form of Rockruff, at level 25. Rockruff evolves into a different form of Lycanroc depending on the time of day. If it evolves in the daytime, it will become the Midday Form; whereas if it evolves in the nighttime, it will become the Midnight Form. In the Evening Twilight time, only Rockruff who has the event-exclusive ability [[Own Tempo]] will evolve into the Dusk Form during 17:00 to 17:59.
   
 
==Game info==
  
==Game info==
 
===Locations===
  
===Locations===
 
{{Game Locations
  
{{Game Locations
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|type= rock
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|type = rock
 
|sunmoon=[[Vast Poni Canyon]], evolve [[Rockruff]] at a certain time
  
|sunmoon=[[Vast Poni Canyon]], evolve [[Rockruff]] at a certain time
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|smrarity=Uncommon}}
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|smrarity=Uncommon
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|swordshield = Transfer from [[Pokémon HOME]] (Midnight/Dusk Form), [[Challenge Road]] (Lycanroc Midday), Five-Star Max Raid (Dusk Form), evolve [[Rockruff]] at a certain time
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|swshrarity = Common (Midday Form), Rare (Dusk Form)}}
   
 
===Pokédex entries===
  
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|type = Rock
  
|type = Rock
 
|gen = VII
  
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|sun = '''Midday Form''': Its quick movements confuse its enemies. Well equipped with claws and fangs, it also uses the sharp rocks in its mane as weapons.<br>'''Midnight Form''': The more intimidating the opponent it faces, the more this Pokémon’s blood boils. It will attack with no regard for its own safety.
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|sun = '''Midday Form''': Its quick movements confuse its enemies. Well equipped with claws and fangs, it also uses the sharp rocks in its mane as weapons.<br/>'''Midnight Form''': The more intimidating the opponent it faces, the more this Pokémon’s blood boils. It will attack with no regard for its own safety.
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|moon = '''Midday Form''': When properly raised from a young age, it will become a trustworthy partner that will absolutely never betray its Trainer.<br>'''Midnight Form''': It goads its enemies into attacking, withstands the hits, and in return, delivers a headbutt, crushing their bones with its rocky mane.
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|moon = '''Midday Form''': When properly raised from a young age, it will become a trustworthy partner that will absolutely never betray its Trainer.<br/>'''Midnight Form''': It goads its enemies into attacking, withstands the hits, and in return, delivers a headbutt, crushing their bones with its rocky mane.
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|us='''Midday Form''': The rocks in its mane are sharper than a knife. Fragments that break off are treasured as good luck charms.<br>'''Midnight Form''': They live alone without forming packs. They will only listen to orders from Trainers who can draw out their true power.<br>'''Dusk Form''': This strange form is the result of its evolving at dusk. It's very rare in Alola.
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|us='''Midday Form''': The rocks in its mane are sharper than a knife. Fragments that break off are treasured as good luck charms.<br/>'''Midnight Form''': They live alone without forming packs. They will only listen to orders from Trainers who can draw out their true power.<br/>'''Dusk Form''': This strange form is the result of its evolving at dusk. It's very rare in Alola.
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|um='''Midday Form''': The sharp rocks in its mane can cut like knives. Lycanroc wears its prey down by degrees before finishing them off.<br>'''Midnight Form''': It has no problem ignoring orders it doesn’t like. It doesn’t seem to mind getting hurt at all - as long as it can finish off its opponent.<br>'''Dusk Form''': Bathed in the setting sun of evening, Lycanroc has undergone a special kind of evolution. An intense fighting spirit underlies its calmness.}}
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|um='''Midday Form''': The sharp rocks in its mane can cut like knives. Lycanroc wears its prey down by degrees before finishing them off.<br/>'''Midnight Form''': It has no problem ignoring orders it doesn’t like. It doesn’t seem to mind getting hurt at all - as long as it can finish off its opponent.<br/>'''Dusk Form''': Bathed in the setting sun of evening, Lycanroc has undergone a special kind of evolution. An intense fighting spirit underlies its calmness.
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|sword='''Midday Form''': This Lycanroc is calm and cautious. The rocks jutting from its mane are razor sharp.<br/>'''Midnight Form''': This form of Lycanroc is reckless. It charges headlong at its opponents, attacking without any care about what injuries it might receive.<br/>'''Dusk Form''': This form of Lycanroc is normally calm and quiet. Once a battle begins, however, this Pokémon displays a ferocious fighting spirit.
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|shield='''Midday Form''': With swift movements, this Pokémon gradually backs its prey into a corner. Lycanroc's fangs are always aimed toward opponents' weak spots.<br/>'''Midnight Form''': It's invigorated by powerful opponents–the stronger the better. A full-force headbutt from one of these Lycanroc can shatter giant boulders.<br/>'''Dusk Form''': These Pokémon have both calm and ferocious qualities. Their temperamental nature makes them a difficult species to raise.
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===Stats===
  
===Stats===
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====Leveling====
  
====Leveling====
 
=====Midday Form=====
  
=====Midday Form=====
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{{Movessettop|type=Rock|gen=VII}}
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{{Movessettop|type =Rock|gen =VII}}
 
{{Movessetmid|1{{tt|*|Can be learned upon evolving}}|'''[[Accelerock]]'''|40|100|20|Rock|Physical}}
  
{{Movessetmid|1{{tt|*|Can be learned upon evolving}}|'''[[Accelerock]]'''|40|100|20|Rock|Physical}}
 
{{Movessetmid|1|[[Quick Guard]]|-|-|15|Fighting|Status}}
  
{{Movessetmid|1|[[Quick Guard]]|-|-|15|Fighting|Status}}
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{{Movessetmid|45|[[Rock Climb]]|90|85|20|Normal|Physical}}
  
{{Movessetmid|45|[[Rock Climb]]|90|85|20|Normal|Physical}}
 
{{Movessetmid|48|'''[[Stone Edge]]'''|100|80|5|Rock|Physical}}
  
{{Movessetmid|48|'''[[Stone Edge]]'''|100|80|5|Rock|Physical}}
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{{Movessetend|type=Rock}}
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{{Movessetend|type =Rock}}
   
 
=====Midnight Form=====
  
=====Midnight Form=====
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{{Movessettop|type=Rock|gen=VII}}
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{{Movessettop|type =Rock|gen =VII}}
 
{{Movessetmid|1{{tt|*|Can be learned upon evolving}}|[[Counter]]|-|100|20|Fighting|Physical}}
  
{{Movessetmid|1{{tt|*|Can be learned upon evolving}}|[[Counter]]|-|100|20|Fighting|Physical}}
 
{{Movessetmid|1|[[Reversal]]|-|100|10|Fighting|Physical}}
  
{{Movessetmid|1|[[Reversal]]|-|100|10|Fighting|Physical}}
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{{Movessetmid|45|[[Rock Climb]]|90|85|20|Normal|Physical}}
  
{{Movessetmid|45|[[Rock Climb]]|90|85|20|Normal|Physical}}
 
{{Movessetmid|48|'''[[Stone Edge]]'''|100|80|5|Rock|Physical}}
  
{{Movessetmid|48|'''[[Stone Edge]]'''|100|80|5|Rock|Physical}}
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{{Movessetend|type=Rock}}
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{{Movessetend|type =Rock}}
   
 
=====Dusk Form=====
  
=====Dusk Form=====
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{{Movessettop|type=Rock|gen=VII}}
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{{Movessettop|type =Rock|gen =VII}}
 
{{Movessetmid|1{{tt|*|Can be learned upon evolving}}|[[Thrash]]|120|100|10|Normal|Physical}}
  
{{Movessetmid|1{{tt|*|Can be learned upon evolving}}|[[Thrash]]|120|100|10|Normal|Physical}}
 
{{Movessetmid|1|'''[[Accelerock]]'''|40|100|20|Rock|Physical}}
  
{{Movessetmid|1|'''[[Accelerock]]'''|40|100|20|Rock|Physical}}
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{{Movessetmid|45|[[Rock Climb]]|90|85|20|Normal|Physical}}
  
{{Movessetmid|45|[[Rock Climb]]|90|85|20|Normal|Physical}}
 
{{Movessetmid|48|'''[[Stone Edge]]'''|100|80|5|Rock|Physical}}
  
{{Movessetmid|48|'''[[Stone Edge]]'''|100|80|5|Rock|Physical}}
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{{Movessetend|type=Rock}}
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{{Movessetend|type =Rock}}
   
 
====TM====
  
====TM====
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{{Movestmtop|type=Rock|gen=VII}}
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{{Movestmtop|type =Rock|gen =VII}}
 
{{Movestmmid|TM05|[[Roar]]|—|—|20|Normal|Status}}
  
{{Movestmmid|TM05|[[Roar]]|—|—|20|Normal|Status}}
 
{{Movestmmid|TM06|[[Toxic]]|—|90|10|Poison|Status}}
  
{{Movestmmid|TM06|[[Toxic]]|—|90|10|Poison|Status}}
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{{Movestmmid|TM27|[[Return]]|—|100|20|Normal|Physical}}
  
{{Movestmmid|TM27|[[Return]]|—|100|20|Normal|Physical}}
 
{{Movestmmid|TM31|[[Brick Break]]|75|100|15|Fighting|Physical}}
  
{{Movestmmid|TM31|[[Brick Break]]|75|100|15|Fighting|Physical}}
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{{Movestmmid|TM32|[[Double Team]]|—|—|15|Normal|Status}}
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{{Movestmmid|TM32|[[Double Team (move)|Double Team]]|—|—|15|Normal|Status}}
 
{{Movestmmid|TM39|'''[[Rock Tomb]]'''|60|95|15|Rock|Physical}}
  
{{Movestmmid|TM39|'''[[Rock Tomb]]'''|60|95|15|Rock|Physical}}
 
{{Movestmmid|TM42|[[Facade]]|70|100|20|Normal|Physical}}
  
{{Movestmmid|TM42|[[Facade]]|70|100|20|Normal|Physical}}
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{{Movestmmid|TM95|[[Snarl]]|55|95|15|Dark|Special}}
  
{{Movestmmid|TM95|[[Snarl]]|55|95|15|Dark|Special}}
 
{{Movestmmid|TM100|[[Confide]]|—|—|20|Normal|Status}}
  
{{Movestmmid|TM100|[[Confide]]|—|—|20|Normal|Status}}
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{{Movessetend|type=Rock}}
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{{Movessetend|type =Rock}}
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====Breeding====
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{{Noegg|Rock|Rockruff}}
   
 
====Tutoring====
  
====Tutoring====
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{{Movestutortop|type=Rock|gen=VII}}
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{{Movestutortop|type =Rock|gen =VII}}
 
{{Movestutormid|USUM|[[Covet]]|60|100|25|Normal|Physical}}
  
{{Movestutormid|USUM|[[Covet]]|60|100|25|Normal|Physical}}
 
{{Movestutormid|USUM|[[Drill Run]]|80|95|10|Ground|Physical}}
  
{{Movestutormid|USUM|[[Drill Run]]|80|95|10|Ground|Physical}}
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{{Movestutormid|USUM|[[Stomping Tantrum]]|75|100|10|Ground|Physical}}
  
{{Movestutormid|USUM|[[Stomping Tantrum]]|75|100|10|Ground|Physical}}
 
{{Movestutormid|USUM|[[Zen Headbutt]]|80|90|15|Psychic|Physical}}
  
{{Movestutormid|USUM|[[Zen Headbutt]]|80|90|15|Psychic|Physical}}
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{{Movessetend|type=Rock}}
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{{Movessetend|type =Rock}}
   
 
===Sprites===
  
===Sprites===
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|smspr = Lycanroc Midday SM.gif
  
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|smsprs = Lycanroc Midday Shiny SM.gif
  
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745C.gif {{!}} Dusk Form
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|[[File:Lycanroc Midnight SM.gif]]<br/>Midnight form
  
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|[[File:Lycanroc Midnight Shiny SM.gif]]<br/>Midnight form; shiny
  
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==Appearances==
  
==Appearances==
 
===Anime===
  
===Anime===
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<gallery type="slideshow">
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SM037 19.png|thumb|All three forms of Lycanroc.
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Ash Lycanroc.png|Ash's Lycanroc.
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</gallery>
 
{{main|Ash's Lycanroc}}
  
{{main|Ash's Lycanroc}}
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Ash's Rockruff evolves into a '''Dusk Form''' Lycanroc in [[SM037: Rising from the Ruins!|Rising from the Ruins!]], where it was with a Midday and Midnight forms of Lycanroc.
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*[[Lycanroc (Midday; SM015)]]
  
*[[Lycanroc (Midday; SM015)]]
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*[[Lycanroc (Midnight; SM015)]]
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*[[Lycanroc (Midnight; SM015)]]
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*[[Olivia's Lycanroc (anime)|Olivia's Lycanroc]]
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*[[Olivia's Lycanroc (anime)|Olivia's Lycanroc]]
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*[[Gladion's Lycanroc]]
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*[[Gladion's Lycanroc (anime)|Gladion's Lycanroc]]
 
*[[Cross' Lycanroc]]
  
*[[Cross' Lycanroc]]
   
 
==Trivia==
  
==Trivia==
 
*It was teased early on that Rockruff's evolution was to be unique and had a "certain secret". It was later revealed by leaks to be based on a werewolf, which was confirmed in the CoroCoro magazine.
  
*It was teased early on that Rockruff's evolution was to be unique and had a "certain secret". It was later revealed by leaks to be based on a werewolf, which was confirmed in the CoroCoro magazine.
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*Rockruff's split evolution follows two common trends of small quadrupedal canine Pokémon: some, such as [[Growlithe]] and Vulpix evolve in more "adult" but still animal-like quadrupedal forms, while others like Fennekin and Zorua become bipedal and anthropomorphic upon evolving. The Midday and Dusk forms follows the former, while the Midnight form follows the latter.
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*Rockruff's split evolution follows two common trends of small quadrupedal canine Pokémon: some, such as [[Growlithe]] and [[Vulpix]] evolve in more "adult" but still animal-like quadrupedal forms, while others like [[Fennekin]] and [[Zorua]] become bipedal and anthropomorphic upon evolving. The Midday and Dusk forms follows the former, while the Midnight form follows the latter.
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*Lycanroc and its pre-evolution, [[Rockruff]], are the only {{type|rock}}-type Pokémon that can't learn [[Sandstorm]].
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*Lycanroc and its pre-evolution, [[Rockruff]], are the only {{type|rock}}-type Pokémon that can't learn [[Sandstorm]].
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*Lycanroc 's Dusk form bears resemblance to "Tiger (Tiger of the Wind)" from "Monster Ranchers".
 
   
 
===Origin===
  
===Origin===
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Alternatively, Midday and Dusk Lycanroc may be based on the "voluntary" werewolf (a version that changes from man to wolf at will and keeps control of its mind) while Midnight Lycanroc may be based on the "involuntary" werewolf (a version that turns into a monstrous man-wolf hybrid on a full moon and becomes a vicious rampaging beast).
  
Alternatively, Midday and Dusk Lycanroc may be based on the "voluntary" werewolf (a version that changes from man to wolf at will and keeps control of its mind) while Midnight Lycanroc may be based on the "involuntary" werewolf (a version that turns into a monstrous man-wolf hybrid on a full moon and becomes a vicious rampaging beast).
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Lycanroc may also be based on the extinct Japanese wolf or the ezo wolf. The Midday form's persistent nature when it hunts and the small rocks on Midnight form's waist are similar to the extinct thylacine/Tasmanian tiger. Tasmanian tiger is a wolflike marsupial which has stripes on its lean back and is known for its persistent, shy, yet brutal nature. Also, the Dusk form bears resemblance to "Tiger (Tiger of the Wind)" from "Monster Ranchers".
   
 
===Etymology===
  
===Etymology===
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745Lycanroc-Midday SM anime.png|Midday Form
  
745Lycanroc-Midday SM anime.png|Midday Form
 
745Lycanroc Midday Dream.png
  
745Lycanroc Midday Dream.png
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745Lycanroc Midday Pokémon HOME.png
 
lycanroc concept.PNG|Midday form
  
lycanroc concept.PNG|Midday form
 
lycanroc concept 2.PNG|Midday form 2
  
lycanroc concept 2.PNG|Midday form 2
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745Lycanroc-Midnight SM anime.png|Midnight Form
  
745Lycanroc-Midnight SM anime.png|Midnight Form
 
745Lycanroc Midnight Dream.png
  
745Lycanroc Midnight Dream.png
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745Lycanroc Midnight Pokémon HOME.png
 
lycanroc concept 3.PNG|Midnight form
  
lycanroc concept 3.PNG|Midnight form
 
lycanroc concept 4.PNG|Midnight form 2
  
lycanroc concept 4.PNG|Midnight form 2
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745Lycanroc-Dusk SM anime 3.png
 
745Lycanroc Dusk Dream.png
  
745Lycanroc Dusk Dream.png
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745Lycanroc Dusk Pokémon HOME.png
 
Dusk Lycanroc Z-move Art.png
  
Dusk Lycanroc Z-move Art.png
 
LycanrocDuskSprite.png
  
LycanrocDuskSprite.png
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</gallery>
  
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[[Category:Pokémon with multiple formes]]
  
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[[Category:Mammal Pokémon]]

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Template:PokéBoxPanelLycanroc (Japanese: ルガルガン, Hepburn: Rugarugan) is a rock-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VII. It is the evolved form of Rockruff.

Biology

Physiology

In its Midday Form, Lycanroc resembles a quadrupedal wolf, having brown fur with white markings around its paws, neck, and tail. It has a long bushy tail, pointed ears, and blue eyes, and the pebbles around its neck as a Rockruff have now grown into long, rocky spikes resembling the rays of a sun.

In its Midnight Form, Lycanroc is a slouched bipedal wolf, with dark red fur and a thick mane that runs from its back to the top of its head. It has a short, stubby tail, folded ears and eyes that glow bright red with no visible iris or sclera. A fringe of black fur hangs over its face, and two pointed rocks emerge from either side of its waist, which is similar to the extinct thylacine's stripes.

In its Dusk Form, Lycanroc resembles the Midday form. It has orange fur, green eyes, and a mane that runs from its back to its head, which resembles the Midnight Form's mane. Whenever it attacks, its eyes can turn red to make it look like the Midnight Form.

Characteristics

As Rockruff nears evolution, it becomes more aggressive and prone to howling loudly. It then runs away and disappears, only returning to its trainer once it has evolved.

Behavior

Midday form

The midday form of Lycanroc tend to live in mountains. They are solitary hunters and avoid making packs as to prevent disputes. However, they are fiercely loyal to a trainer that had accepted them during their rambunctious time as a Rockruff.

Midnight form

The midnight form of Lycanroc prefers to let its enemy get the first hit before delivering a devastating counterattack. They are predisposed to violence and easy to get excited by a worthy opponent, signified with their glowing eyes. They will not accept trainers that they feel are poor battlers or give questionable orders.

Dusk form

The dusk form of Lycanroc are usually cool, calm and collected, and very loyal to the trainers they deeply trusted, as well as containing a powerful fighting spirit. When a battle gets heated, they choose to attack directly or use counterattacks that inflict double damages on their opponents. Overall, the dusk form of Lycanroc has a mixed personality, with traits from both the Midday and Midnight forms.

Evolution

Lycanroc is the evolved form of Rockruff, at level 25. Rockruff evolves into a different form of Lycanroc depending on the time of day. If it evolves in the daytime, it will become the Midday Form; whereas if it evolves in the nighttime, it will become the Midnight Form. In the Evening Twilight time, only Rockruff who has the event-exclusive ability Own Tempo will evolve into the Dusk Form during 17:00 to 17:59.

Game info

Locations

Locations
Version(s) Area(s) Rarity
Sun and Moon Vast Poni Canyon, evolve Rockruff at a certain time Uncommon
Sword and Shield Transfer from Pokémon HOME (Midnight/Dusk Form), Challenge Road (Lycanroc Midday), Five-Star Max Raid (Dusk Form), evolve Rockruff at a certain time Common (Midday Form), Rare (Dusk Form)

Pokédex entries

  • Sun

    Midday Form: Its quick movements confuse its enemies. Well equipped with claws and fangs, it also uses the sharp rocks in its mane as weapons.
    Midnight Form: The more intimidating the opponent it faces, the more this Pokémon’s blood boils. It will attack with no regard for its own safety.

  • Moon

    Midday Form: When properly raised from a young age, it will become a trustworthy partner that will absolutely never betray its Trainer.
    Midnight Form: It goads its enemies into attacking, withstands the hits, and in return, delivers a headbutt, crushing their bones with its rocky mane.

  • Ultra Sun

    Midday Form: The rocks in its mane are sharper than a knife. Fragments that break off are treasured as good luck charms.
    Midnight Form: They live alone without forming packs. They will only listen to orders from Trainers who can draw out their true power.
    Dusk Form: This strange form is the result of its evolving at dusk. It's very rare in Alola.

  • Ultra Moon

    Midday Form: The sharp rocks in its mane can cut like knives. Lycanroc wears its prey down by degrees before finishing them off.
    Midnight Form: It has no problem ignoring orders it doesn’t like. It doesn’t seem to mind getting hurt at all - as long as it can finish off its opponent.
    Dusk Form: Bathed in the setting sun of evening, Lycanroc has undergone a special kind of evolution. An intense fighting spirit underlies its calmness.

  • Sword

    Midday Form: This Lycanroc is calm and cautious. The rocks jutting from its mane are razor sharp.
    Midnight Form: This form of Lycanroc is reckless. It charges headlong at its opponents, attacking without any care about what injuries it might receive.
    Dusk Form: This form of Lycanroc is normally calm and quiet. Once a battle begins, however, this Pokémon displays a ferocious fighting spirit.

  • Shield

    Midday Form: With swift movements, this Pokémon gradually backs its prey into a corner. Lycanroc's fangs are always aimed toward opponents' weak spots.
    Midnight Form: It's invigorated by powerful opponents–the stronger the better. A full-force headbutt from one of these Lycanroc can shatter giant boulders.
    Dusk Form: These Pokémon have both calm and ferocious qualities. Their temperamental nature makes them a difficult species to raise.


Stats

Stats
HP
75
Attack
115
Defense
65
Sp. Atk
1
Sp. Def
1
Speed
112
Total
369

Stats
HP
85
Attack
115
Defense
75
Sp. Atk
1
Sp. Def
1
Speed
82
Total
359

Stats
HP
75
Attack
117
Defense
65
Sp. Atk
1
Sp. Def
1
Speed
110
Total
369

Learnset

Leveling

Midday Form
LevelingGeneration VII
Level Move Power Accuracy PP Type Cat.
1* Accelerock 40 100% 20 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
1 Quick Guard - -% 15 Type Fighting HOME Fighting Status
1 Quick Attack 40 100% 30 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
1 Tackle 40 100% 35 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
1 Leer - 100% 30 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
1 Sand Attack - 100% 15 Type Ground HOME Ground Status
1 Bite 60 100% 25 Type Dark HOME Dark Physical
4 Sand Attack - 100% 15 Type Ground HOME Ground Status
7 Bite 60 100% 25 Type Dark HOME Dark Physical
12 Howl - -% 40 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
15 Rock Throw 50 90% 15 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
18 Odor Sleuth - -% 40 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
23 Rock Tomb 60 95% 15 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
26 Roar - -% 20 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
29 Stealth Rock - -% 20 Type Rock HOME Rock Status
34 Rock Slide 75 90% 10 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
37 Scary Face - 100% 10 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
40 Crunch 80 100% 15 Type Dark HOME Dark Physical
45 Rock Climb 90 85% 20 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
48 Stone Edge 100 80% 5 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
Bold indicates this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.
Italic indicates an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.
Midnight Form
LevelingGeneration VII
Level Move Power Accuracy PP Type Cat.
1* Counter - 100% 20 Type Fighting HOME Fighting Physical
1 Reversal - 100% 10 Type Fighting HOME Fighting Physical
1 Taunt - 100% 20 Type Dark HOME Dark Status
1 Tackle 40 100% 35 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
1 Leer - 100% 30 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
1 Sand Attack - 100% 15 Type Ground HOME Ground Status
1 Bite 60 100% 25 Type Dark HOME Dark Physical
4 Sand Attack - 100% 15 Type Ground HOME Ground Status
7 Bite 60 100% 25 Type Dark HOME Dark Physical
12 Howl - -% 40 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
15 Rock Throw 50 90% 15 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
18 Odor Sleuth - -% 40 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
23 Rock Tomb 60 95% 15 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
26 Roar - -% 20 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
29 Stealth Rock - -% 20 Type Rock HOME Rock Status
34 Rock Slide 75 90% 10 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
37 Scary Face - 100% 10 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
40 Crunch 80 100% 15 Type Dark HOME Dark Physical
45 Rock Climb 90 85% 20 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
48 Stone Edge 100 80% 5 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
Bold indicates this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.
Italic indicates an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.
Dusk Form
LevelingGeneration VII
Level Move Power Accuracy PP Type Cat.
1* Thrash 120 100% 10 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
1 Accelerock 40 100% 20 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
1 Bite 60 100% 25 Type Dark HOME Dark Physical
1 Counter - 100% 20 Type Fighting HOME Fighting Physical
1 Leer - 100% 30 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
1 Sand Attack - 100% 15 Type Ground HOME Ground Status
1 Tackle 40 100% 35 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
1 Thrash 120 100% 10 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
4 Sand Attack - 100% 15 Type Ground HOME Ground Status
7 Bite 60 100% 25 Type Dark HOME Dark Physical
12 Howl - -% 40 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
15 Rock Throw 50 90% 15 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
18 Odor Sleuth - -% 40 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
23 Rock Tomb 60 95% 15 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
26 Roar - -% 20 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
29 Stealth Rock - -% 20 Type Rock HOME Rock Status
34 Rock Slide 75 90% 10 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
37 Scary Face - 100% 10 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
40 Crunch 80 100% 15 Type Dark HOME Dark Physical
45 Rock Climb 90 85% 20 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
48 Stone Edge 100 80% 5 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
Bold indicates this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.
Italic indicates an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.

TM

TMs, TRs, and HMs Generation VII
TM/HM/TR Move Power Accuracy PP Type Cat.
TM05 Roar — —% 20 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
TM06 Toxic — 90% 10 Type Poison HOME Poison Status
TM08 Bulk Up — —% 20 Type Fighting HOME Fighting Status
TM10 Hidden Power 60 100% 15 Type Normal HOME Normal Special
TM12 Taunt — 100% 20 Type Dark HOME Dark Status
TM17 Protect — —% 10 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
TM21 Frustration — 100% 20 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
TM27 Return — 100% 20 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
TM31 Brick Break 75 100% 15 Type Fighting HOME Fighting Physical
TM32 Double Team — —% 15 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
TM39 Rock Tomb 60 95% 15 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
TM42 Facade 70 100% 20 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
TM44 Rest — —% 10 Type Psychic HOME Psychic Status
TM45 Attract — 100% 15 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
TM48 Round 60 100% 15 Type Normal HOME Normal Special
TM49 Echoed Voice 40 100% 15 Type Normal HOME Normal Special
TM69 Rock Polish — —% 20 Type Rock HOME Rock Status
TM71 Stone Edge 100 80% 5 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
TM75 Swords Dance — —% 20 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
TM80 Rock Slide 75 90% 10 Type Rock HOME Rock Physical
TM87 Swagger — 85% 15 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
TM88 Sleep Talk — —% 10 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
TM90 Substitute — —% 10 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
TM95 Snarl 55 95% 15 Type Dark HOME Dark Special
TM100 Confide — —% 20 Type Normal HOME Normal Status
Bold indicates this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.
Italic indicates an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.

Breeding

To see the Egg Moves that Lycanroc can learn, refer to Rockruff.


Tutoring

Tutoring Generation VII
Move Power Accuracy PP Type Cat.
Covet USUM 60 100% 25 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
Drill Run USUM 80 95% 10 Type Ground HOME Ground Physical
Earth Power USUM 90 100% 10 Type Ground HOME Ground Special
Endeavor USUM — 100% 5 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
Hyper Voice USUM 90 100% 10 Type Normal HOME Normal Special
Iron Defense USUM — —% 15 Type Steel HOME Steel Status
Iron Head USUM 80 100% 15 Type Steel HOME Steel Physical
Iron Tail USUM 100 75% 15 Type Steel HOME Steel Physical
Last Resort USUM 140 100% 5 Type Normal HOME Normal Physical
Snore USUM 50 100% 15 Type Normal HOME Normal Special
Stealth Rock USUM — —% 20 Type Rock HOME Rock Status
Stomping Tantrum USUM 75 100% 10 Type Ground HOME Ground Physical
Zen Headbutt USUM 80 90% 15 Type Psychic HOME Psychic Physical
Bold indicates this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.
Italic indicates an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move.

Sprites

    Appearances

    Anime

    Main article: Ash's Lycanroc

    Ash's Rockruff evolves into a Dusk Form Lycanroc in Rising from the Ruins!, where it was with a Midday and Midnight forms of Lycanroc.

    Trivia

    • It was teased early on that Rockruff's evolution was to be unique and had a "certain secret". It was later revealed by leaks to be based on a werewolf, which was confirmed in the CoroCoro magazine.
    • Rockruff's split evolution follows two common trends of small quadrupedal canine Pokémon: some, such as Growlithe and Vulpix evolve in more "adult" but still animal-like quadrupedal forms, while others like Fennekin and Zorua become bipedal and anthropomorphic upon evolving. The Midday and Dusk forms follows the former, while the Midnight form follows the latter.
    • Lycanroc and its pre-evolution, Rockruff, are the only rock-type Pokémon that can't learn Sandstorm.

    Origin

    Midday and Dusk form Lycanroc is based on a grey wolf, with elements of a fox or a dingo while Midnight form Lycanroc is based on a werewolf, with its red eyes, bared teeth and folded ears resembling a stereotypical "mad dog".

    Alternatively, Midday and Dusk Lycanroc may be based on the "voluntary" werewolf (a version that changes from man to wolf at will and keeps control of its mind) while Midnight Lycanroc may be based on the "involuntary" werewolf (a version that turns into a monstrous man-wolf hybrid on a full moon and becomes a vicious rampaging beast).

    Lycanroc may also be based on the extinct Japanese wolf or the ezo wolf. The Midday form's persistent nature when it hunts and the small rocks on Midnight form's waist are similar to the extinct thylacine/Tasmanian tiger. Tasmanian tiger is a wolflike marsupial which has stripes on its lean back and is known for its persistent, shy, yet brutal nature. Also, the Dusk form bears resemblance to "Tiger (Tiger of the Wind)" from "Monster Ranchers".

    Etymology

    Lycanroc is a combination of the words "Lycan" (from the Greek Lykos, meaning wolf) and Rock due to its typing. Lycan may also refer to the modern use of the word "Lycanthropy" (the technical term for the affliction of being a werewolf) due to how Rockruff evolves. The majestic, noble appearance of the Midday and Dusk form in stark contrast to the Midnight form's sinister look may be a reference to wolves equally both being portrayed as benevolent as well as malevolent in culture.

    Gallery

    Midday Form

    Midnight Form

    Dusk Form

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