Alex "Raoom" Sukhanov It's hard to imagine how many avid collectors the franchise has spawned. Cards, figurines, stickers, posters. Remember those posters with various cute animals that covered the entire wall? Over time, the number of creatures has grown, but today we'll talk about the most interesting type.
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Ice Pokémon are considered the rarest both in the games and in the anime series. Obtaining them is difficult, so for any trainer, such a fighter becomes a source of pride. At one time, the cold element was the strongest. Only in newer generations did more formidable weapons appear.
We won’t list all Ice type Pokémon, as that would make for a small book. Instead, we will tell you about the 20 best representatives.
Cryogonal
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Many may not like the character's appearance, but it perfectly reflects the essence of the hero. Unlike most of counterparts, Cryogonal has good physical defense, which is why it looks like a crystalline shield floating above the ground.
Levitation is also a useful feature, as any ground-related moves will not affect the creature. As a result, the crystalline warrior can stand up for itself, being invulnerable to ground attacks, and can also spin rapidly, dispersing any obstacles in its way.
Galarian Darmanitan
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A powerful, furious mix of a gorilla + a snowman can surprise those who find monster cute. This form is not only found in the ice element. Each of these creatures has an ultimate ability — Gorilla Tactics. The tactic is simple — don't think, just do. Using only one move, they deal 50% more damage.
Add to that the fact that this is a Zen Charm Pokémon and you get another 50% damage. If you need to flatten someone to the ground, call on Galarian Darmanitan.
Glalie
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This flying thing can bring creepy thoughts. It doesn't just look like a screaming head for no reason. If you delve into the lore of the franchise, you can find a legend about how the monster appeared. A researcher got lost in the mountains and was then buried under snow. He knew he would die, and all his despair, pain, anger were absorbed by the ice boulder, that is, Glalie.
Reality turned out to be much duller, as it's just the evolutionary path of another creature. The boulder didn't stand out with remarkable skills until the fourth generation, but now it has become one of the best fighters in the arena.
Beartic
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A hybrid of a polar bear + a horse? An icy... beard? Yes, the character's design has already sparked numerous discussions. This strange bear might not be called beautiful, but there's something majestic, powerful about it.
Regardless of appearance, Beartic was added in Generation V, which means the hero has excellent damage stats, high speed, good evasion, making the character a valuable companion in battles.
Abomasnow
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In the snowy, wild regions of Sinnoh dwell ancient, terrifying creatures that summon severe snowstorms, hail. Those who love bad weather call them Abomasnow, combining two types — Ice, Grass.
On the battlefield, a fighter also uses blizzards and hail, so tangling with it is dangerous. Considering the mega-evolved form, warrior becomes one of the strongest attackers, so seize the excellent opportunity.
Alolan Sandslash
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Finally, we've reached a Pokémon with an amazing design! The feature of the beast's adaptation to habitat thrills fans. The icy version of Sandslash was no exception. However, it combines two types — Ice/Steel. This lethal mix turns a beautiful creature into a killing machine.
The claws inflict bleeding and frostbite upon impact. Alolan Sandslash is an excellent all-around weapon in a trainer's hands, possessing incredible speed, good defense, high damage.
Avalugg
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Imagine you're sailing on a ship through a cold ocean, in silence. Then an iceberg attacks you! This probably happens off-screen in the games and anime series, as Avalugg really looks like a living frozen mountain and often uses camouflage.
It's not in the list for design but for incredible defense. It's rare to find such a sturdy Ice type Pokémon. In the end, the cold titan can do a lot of terrifying things while soaking up damage.
Frost Rotom
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This is... a refrigerator. Seriously, what's with the designs in Gen V? Okay, the living electrical appliance might look strange, but it has excellent characteristics. By the way, did you notice that only Frost Rotom has a sad face? Apparently, something inside has gone bad...
In reality, the Electric/Ice type Pokémon is a very strong attacker. Moreover, the hero has access to excellent abilities like Blizzard, Thunderbolt.
Alolan Ninetales
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Rightfully the most beautiful on the list! Don’t believe it? The plethora of fan arts on the internet splendidly proves our point. Even in the lore of the fictional world, the inhabitants of the Alolan region regarded Ninetales as a deity.
The companion definitely should be in your collection! It’s not just about the design, but also about characteristics. This beauty boasts high speed, evasion and can summon a storm thanks to Snow Warning ability.
Aurorus
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An Ice/Rock dinosaur from older generations. Why a dinosaur? Because Aurorus genuinely resembles an ancient lizard. The first generations were distinguished by their unique aesthetic.
Don’t be fooled by cute appearance. In reality, it’s very aggressive, possesses powerful attacks. It can also summon Blizzard.
Cloyster
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A true veteran of the franchise, this monster, resembling a sea mine, appeared in the very first generation. Cloyster combines the power of ice, water, so it has excellent skill combinations. For example, the rapid multiple strikes of Icicle Spear can drive an opponent to psychosis. Literally.
Coolest feature is undoubtedly Shell Smash. Using it, the trainer can shift the fighter's power into either defense or attack.
Mamoswine
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See the mammoth? They don’t just look alike: you're looking at a living fossil. The evolution of this behemoth starts with the cute, fluffy creature Swinub.
Unlike its predecessor, Mamoswine isn’t cute at all and can trample anyone into the ground. It combines two protective elements, which is a great advantage. The hero can use powerful moves like Earthquake, Ice Shard.
Mr. Rime
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Yes, you’re right — this is a direct reference to Charlie Chaplin. It’s not hard to guess that the Pokémon appeared in later editions. The warrior has Psychic type roots. Add ice to such abilities. It turns out to be a formidable opponent. Mr. Rime excels in attack due to incredible speed, the unusual combination of two kinds.
Froslass
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Have you lost your way in a cold blizzard and are seeking shelter? A very hospitable ghost will meet the guest and lead them home. Perhaps, Froslass might even offer a cup of hot tea or serve dinner. After the caring encounter, it will surely eat the traveler or freeze them, thus turning them into a creepy statue for collection. Such are the manners in the Sinnoh region.
Trainers who have managed to catch the "friendly" monster will be thrilled. The combination of Ice/Ghost type offers advantages. For example, the ultimate ability Icy Wind.
Regice
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Everyone who watched the series was shocked when they first saw the frosty golem. The powerful, shining titan expressed no emotions and was intimidating in appearance. However, Ice Pokémon like frozen giant are not only impressive in the cartoon.
Regice has the highest defense among type counterparts. It withstands colossal damage like a tank and can protect itself from negative effects that lower stats. Ultimately, this hero can inflict damage on anyone without the risk of immediate death.
Glaceon
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One of the community's most beloved and widespread pets, obtained through the evolution of Eevee. In the cartoon, Glaceon became so popular with viewers that it quickly became a fan favorite.
In the games, this creature often falls into the trainer's hands in the early stages. The fighter is considered one of the best for beginners.
Lapras
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A true icon of the Pokémon world. Along with Pikachu, Lapras became a symbol of the franchise and remains so to this day. The graceful creature has a sad story, as kin were actively hunted. However, the character was so beloved by fans that the series' writers relented: the hunting ceased, the magical creatures became much more numerous.
Articuno
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So begins the trio of leaders. Legendary Articuno, which became one of the hallmarks of Pokémon: The Movie 2000, opens this list. The majestic ice bird stunned viewers with design, power.
In the games, it's also an ultimate character capable of bringing victory to the trainer. Like other flying heroes, the bird exerts high pressure on the enemy, reducing their speed. At the same time, Articuno has high defense and the ability to freeze the opponent.
Kyurem
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The mysterious dragon can turn anything into ice. It’s still unknown where it came from. Some believe the warrior is an alien from another world. Others are convinced that the creature was born on Earth.
Kyurem possesses monstrous strength and the ability to freeze the enemy. However, every trainer should remember that the dragon fully unfolds potential only when merged with Zekrom or Reshiram.
Weavile
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It may be surprising that the strongest Ice Pokémon are not the legendary Lapras or Articuno. By characteristics, the modest and not so popular Weavile became the most powerful fighter. The unprecedented strength resulted from the fusion of Dark/Ice types. The two most powerful elements in one creature did their job.
Despite not having the best defense, this critter can almost destroy any fighter in a fair fight, as it possesses phenomenal movement speed, very strong attack.
Which ice Pokémon is your favorite? We look forward to all answers in the comments.
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