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| name = Zorua and Zoroark |
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| image = [[File:Zorua and Zoroark.png|300px]] |
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| caption = Artwork by [[Ken Sugimori]] of Zorua (left) and Zoroark (right)<br>'''[[List of Pokémon|National Pokédex]]'''<br>[[Garbodor]] - '''Zorua''' (#570) - '''Zoroark''' (#571) - [[Minccino]] |
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| series = ''[[Pokémon (video game series)|Pokémon]]'' |
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| firstgame = [[Pokémon Black and White|''Pokémon Black'' and ''White'']] (2010) |
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| voiceactor = [[Eileen Stevens]] (Zorua, film)<br>[[Chiaki Takahashi (actress)|Chiaki Takahashi]] (Zorua, Luke's)<br>[[Romi Park]] (Zoroark) |
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| japanactor = [[Kurumi Mamiya]] (Zorua, film)<br>[[Chiaki Takahashi (actress)|Chiaki Takahashi]] (Zorua, Luke's)<br>[[Romi Park]] (Zoroark) |
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{{nihongo|'''Zorua'''|ゾロア|Zoroa}} and {{nihongo|'''Zoroark'''|ゾロアーク|Zoroāku}} are two fictional creatures, linked by [[Pokémon evolution|evolution]], in [[Nintendo]] and [[Game Freak]]'s ''[[Pokémon]]'' media franchise. They are two Dark-type Pokémon resembling [[fox]]es, debuting in the film ''[[Pokémon: Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''. Zorua and Zoroark were directly obtainable by attendees to the film in the games [[Pokémon Black and White|''Pokémon Black'' and ''White'']]. |
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Zorua and Zoroark were first shown in ''[[CoroCoro Comic]]'' and ''[[Pokémon Sunday]]''. As the first [[Pokémon#Generations|fifth-generation]] Pokémon to be introduced, the news of their introduction spread quickly. They have been well received by the video game press. |
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==Design and characteristics== |
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Zorua and Zoroark are two Pokémon species linked by [[Pokémon evolution|evolution]]. They are Dark-type, and resemble [[fox]]es with elements of [[kabuki]] and [[noh]] theatre makeup.<ref name="whosthat"/> They are recognized by the [[National Pokédex]] as the "Tricky Fox Pokémon" and "Illusion Fox Pokémon" respectively.<ref name="whatdoes"/><ref name="zoruaweb-en">{{cite web|url=http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/en-us/zorua/|title=Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version {{!}} Zorua|accessdate=December 7, 2010}}</ref><ref name="zoroarkweb-en">{{cite web|url=http://www.pokemonblackwhite.com/en-us/zoroark/|title=Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version {{!}} Zoroark|accessdate=December 7, 2010}}</ref> Zoroark is [[bipedal]], and has a long, thick mane which resembles a fox's tail at its termination. Zorua evolves into Zoroark at Level 30.<ref>{{cite web|title=Let's all analyze this new Pokemon's silhouette|url=http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/08/lets-all-analyze-this-new-pokemons-silhouette/|publisher=Joystiq|date=February 8, 2010|last=McElroy|first=Griffin|accessdate=October 8, 2010}}</ref> These Pokémon are able to take the appearances of different Pokémon at will using their "Illusion" [[Pokémon abilities|abilities]].<ref name="nab">{{cite web|title=Nab These Pokemon Now|url=http://www.1up.com/news/nab-pokemon|publisher=[[1UP.com]]|date=May 19, 2010|last=Gifford|first=Kevin|accessdate=October 5, 2010}}</ref> In the games, Illusion borrows the appearance of the last Pokémon in the player's party, and is deactivated when hit by a damaging attack. |
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===Zorua=== |
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Zorua frightens opponents by assuming their appearance. It seems to often take on the guise of a silent child.<ref name="zoruablack">{{pokédex|black|It changes into the forms of others to surprise them. Apparently, it often transforms into a silent child. }}</ref> It protects itself from danger by keeping its own true form hidden.<ref name="zoruawhite">{{pokédex|white|To protect themselves from danger, they hide their true identities by transforming into people and Pokémon.}}</ref> It might also trick opponents by changing its form to look like them, and use that opportunity to flee.<ref name="zoruablack2white2">{{pokédex|black2white2|It changes so it looks just like its foe, tricks it, and then uses that opportunity to flee. .}}</ref> |
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===Zoroark=== |
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Zoroark protects its [[pack (canine)|pack]] by deluding opponents. Unity among the group is strong.<ref name="zoroarkblack">{{pokédex|black|Bonds between these Pokémon are very strong. It protects the safety of its pack by tricking its opponents.}}</ref> It has the power to delude many people at one time. It protects its [[:Category:Shelters built or used by animals|den]] by displaying an illusory landscape.<ref name="zoroarkwhite">{{pokédex|white|Each has the ability to fool a large group of people simultaneously. They protect their lair with illusory scenery.}}</ref> Stories in the Pokémon world say about people who tried to catch Zoroark were trapped in an illusion and punished.<ref name="zoroarkblack2white2">{{pokédex|black2white2|Stories say those who tried to catch Zoroark were trapped in an illusion and punished.}}</ref> |
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==Appearances== |
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[[File:Pokemonmovie13poster.jpg|thumb|left|150px|Zorua and Zoroark as seen in ''Pokémon: Zoroark: Master of Illusions''.]] |
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===In the video games=== |
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Zorua and Zoroark can be both obtainable through normal gameplay, although, not directly obtainable without the involvement of promotional events in Black and White version, it can be either obtained from events linked with promotional event (see below) or by trading through PGL. In the sequel ''Black 2'' and ''White 2'', N's Zorua can be obtained directly as a gift from Rood of the Seven Sages. |
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Zoroark is also one of the Pokémon used by [[Pokémon crime syndicates#N|N]] in the player's final battle against him in Black and White. |
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Zorua and Zoroark are boss Pokémon in ''[[Pokémon Rumble Blast]]'' in Cobalion's Castle in the area 3-3 Firebreathing Mountain. They are also NPCs in ''[[PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond]]''. |
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Zorua and Zoroark are obtainable through normal gameplay in [[Pokémon X and Y|''Pokémon X'' and ''Y'']]. |
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Zoroark also appears in ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]'' as a [[Poké Ball]] Pokémon, using Fury Swipes on opponents if it comes into contact with them. |
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====Events==== |
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Attendees to the Japanese film ''[[Pokémon: Zoroark: Master of Illusions|Phantom Ruler: Zoroark]]'' who owned a copy of [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl|''Pokémon Diamond'', ''Pearl'']], ''[[Pokémon Platinum|Platinum]]'', [[Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver|''HeartGold'', or ''SoulSilver'']] were able to directly download a [[Celebi (Pokémon)|Celebi]] to their game. If the attendees to ''Phantom Ruler: Zoroark'' bought a pre-order ticket, they could obtain a [[Shiny Pokémon|shiny]] [[Entei]], [[Raikou]], or [[Suicune]].<ref name="gamesradarscans">{{cite web|title=Pokemon Black and White starters revealed, plus tons of info leaked via CoroCoro scans|url=http://www.gamesradar.com/ds/pokemon-black-white/news/pokemon-black-and-white-starters-revealed-plus-tons-of-info-leaked-via-corocoro-scans/a-20100512102914942069/g-201004091000657031|publisher=[[GamesRadar]]|date=May 12, 2010|last=Gudmundson|first=Carolyn|accessdate=October 5, 2010}}</ref> They can be transferred to [[Pokémon Black and White|''Black'' or ''White'']] to instigate two events, allowing the player to encounter Zorua and Zoroark.<ref name="gamesradarscans"/> A feature in the games called the Relocator is used exclusively to transfer these event Pokémon to ''Black'' and ''White''. The Relocator can be used early on in the game once the player tells a certain phrase to a man in Castelia City. The event Celebi can be taken to another building in Castelia City to encounter Zorua, whilst the Legendary Beasts Entei, Suicune and Raikou can be taken to Lostlorn Forest to instigate an encounter with Zoroark. |
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Zoroark was also directly obtainable in Japanese version directly through Wi-Fi for a limited period of time, as a part of the campaign of TV Programme ''Pokémon Smash!''<ref name="ZoroarkWifi">{{cite web|title=特別な技「バークアウト」を覚えた「ポケスマ!のゾロアーク」をプレゼント!!|url=http://www.pokemon-sp.jp/news-sp/2011/01/0109_01.html|publisher=Pokémon|date=Jan 9, 2011}}</ref> |
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To promote the North American release of ''Black'' and ''White'', players were able to download the shiny Entei, Raikou, and Suicune from [[GameStop]] stores during various weeks in January and February 2011.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.pokemongoldsilver.com/us/#/news/trio/|title=Pokémon {{!}} HeartGold & SoulSilver|accessdate=2010-12-21}}</ref> Celebi was available for download from GameStop stores during February 21 to March 6, 2011.{{Citation needed|date=June 2011}} |
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===In the anime=== |
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{{expand section|date=February 2011}} |
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Zorua and Zoroark play prominent roles in the film ''[[Pokémon: Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''. Zoroark, tricked by Grings Kodai, attacks Crown City while transformed as [[Raikou]], [[Entei]], and [[Suicune]] after Zoroark is shown a projection of an abused Zorua. Little does Zoroark know, Zorua is safe and sound with Ash and his friends. As Zoroark attacks the city as she was ordered to, Grings sends out lies to the people of Crown City about Zoroark saying that she is evil and has gained control over the legendary beasts. |
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A female Zorua appears from the episode "Movie Time! Zorua in "The Legend of the Pokémon Knight!"" to "Club Battle Finale: A Hero's Outcome!" as the Pokémon for a film-maker named Luke. She reappears again with Luke in "An Epic Defense Force!" |
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A Zoroark owned by Nurse Joy appears in an episode of the anime. When Zoroark was a Zorua, it was injured and Nurse Joy helped it. It used illusions to scare tourists until it was reunited with Nurse Joy at the end of the episode. |
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==Cultural impact== |
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===Exposition=== |
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Zorua's and Zoroark's silhouettes were shown in on ''[[Pokémon Sunday]]''. The Pokémon's full bodies were first shown in the February 2010 issue of ''[[CoroCoro Comic]]''. They were the first Pokémon introduced from the [[Pokémon#Generations|fifth generation]] and from ''Phantom Ruler: Zoroark''. News quickly circulated online that the total number of Pokémon had risen to 495.<ref>{{cite web|title=Who's that new Pokemon?! It's Zoroark!|url=http://www.destructoid.com/who-s-that-new-pokemon-it-s-zoroark--163217.phtml|publisher=[[Destructoid]]|date=February 10, 2010|last=Aziz|first=Hamza|accessdate=October 8, 2010}}</ref> |
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===Critical reception=== |
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The characters have been generally well received by the video game press. [[Joystiq]] staff writer JC Fletcher called Zorua "smaller and cuter, but evil" compared to Zoroark. He also expressed pleasure that Zoroark was not a [[Sonic Unleashed|werehog]] creature as some fans had speculated.<ref name="whosthat">{{cite web|title=Who's that Pokemon? It's Zoroark!|url=http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/10/whos-that-pokemon-its-zoroark/|publisher=Joystiq|date=February 10, 2010|last=Fletcher|first=JC|accessdate=October 3, 2010}}</ref> [[IGN]] writer Jack DeVries also identified Zorua as small and cute, and speculated that the pair would not be [[legendary Pokémon]], but would probably serve as antagonists in ''Phantom Ruler: Zoroark''.<ref>{{cite web|title=New Pokemon Revealed|url=http://ds.ign.com/articles/106/1068409p1.html|publisher=IGN|date=February 10, 2010|last=DeVries|first=Jack|accessdate=October 4, 2010}}</ref> Staff of [[Kotaku]] called Zorua "adorable" and "small, fluffy, and thoroughly evil, much like a [[Pekingese]]."<ref>{{cite web|title=Pokémon's Fifth Generation Begins With Zoroark|url=http://kotaku.com/5468599/pokemons-fifth-generation-begins-with-zoroark|publisher=Kotaku|accessdate=October 5, 2010}}</ref> They also compared Zoroark's hairstyle to those of [[Gary Glitter]], [[Kishidan]]'s lead singer [[DJ OZMA|Show Ayanocozey]], and [[Angelina Jolie]].<ref>{{cite web|title=This Pokemon Is Somehow Strangely Familar [sic]|url=http://kotaku.com/5472628/this-pokemon-is-somehow-strangely-familar|publisher=Kotaku|accessdate=October 5, 2010}}</ref> Shortly after the Pokémon's introduction, ''[[Official Nintendo Magazine]]'' writer Thomas East remarked that Zorua "looks quite cute" but that Zoroark's appearance is more menacing: "[i]f Zorua is described as an angry fox what does that make Zoroark?"<ref name="whatdoes">{{cite web|title=Who's That Pokémon?|url=http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/article.php?id=15209|publisher=''[[Official Nintendo Magazine]]''|date=February 11, 2010|last=East|first=Thomas|accessdate=October 12, 2010}}</ref> East later commented that Zoroark's transformation ability could make it "one of the coolest Pokémon ever".<ref>{{cite web|title=Pokémon Black and White: Zoroark's ability revealed|url=http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/article.php?id=17148|publisher=''Official Nintendo Magazine''|date=May 13, 2010|last=East|first=Thomas|accessdate=October 12, 2010}}</ref> ''[[Game Informer]]''{{'}}s Jeff Marchiafava stated "Zorua is another example of the original form being cooler than the evolved form".<ref name="GI30POKE">{{cite web|url=http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2011/02/10/analyzing-the-new-pok-233-mon.aspx |title=Analyzing The New Pokémon - Features - www.GameInformer.com |publisher=''[[Game Informer]]'' |author=Jeff Marchiafava |date=February 10, 2011 |accessdate=2011-02-12}}</ref> In a poll by [[Official Nintendo Magazine]], Zoroark was voted as one of the best Pokémon from ''Black'' and ''White''. Editor Thomas East stated that "We remember the reaction to Zoroark being (mostly) positive and it's good to see that it still remains popular to this day".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/25375/best-pokemon-black-and-white-pokemon/ |title=Best Pokemon Black and White Pokemon |publisher=[[Official Nintendo Magazine]] |author=Thomas East |date= 7 Apr 2011 |accessdate=2011-04-11}}</ref> |
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===Merchandising=== |
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Zorua- and Zoroark-designed [[stuffed toy|plush doll]]s have been manufactured as part of the ''Diamond'' and ''Pearl'' line.<ref>{{cite web|title=Pokemon Diamond and Pearl Pokedoll Plush Doll Zorua 8|url=http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0034G4JG8|publisher=[[Amazon.com]]|accessdate=October 10, 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Pokemon Diamond and Pearl Pokedoll Plush Doll Zoroark 12|url=http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0034G4JH2|publisher=Amazon.com|accessdate=October 10, 2010}}</ref> Other Zoroark merchandise includes [[action figure]]s,<ref>{{cite web|title=Zoroark (MC-064) - Pokemon Monster Collection ~2" Figure (Japanese Imported) - Nintendo (205214)|url=http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003RYDQ2K|publisher=Amazon.com|accessdate=October 10, 2010}}</ref> [[keychain]]s,<ref>{{cite web|title=Pokemon Diamond & Pearl 2010 Keychain - 3" Zoroark|url=http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XFRNCM|publisher=Amazon.com|accessdate=October 10, 2010}}</ref> and [[wristwatch]]es.<ref>{{cite web|title=Pokemon 2010 Wrist Watch - Zoroark (Ver. A)|url=http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003YIKPA0|publisher=Amazon.com|accessdate=October 10, 2010}}</ref> A [[lunch box]] promoting ''Phantom Ruler: Zoroark'' features Zoroark and other film characters such as [[Ash Ketchum]] and [[Pikachu]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Pokemon 2010 Movie Lunch Box - Zoroark, Entei, Suicune, Raikou, and Suicune|url=http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0041EU7XG|publisher=Amazon.com|accessdate=October 10, 2010}}</ref> |
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==References== |
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==External links== |
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{{Portal|Pokémon}} |
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*[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Zorua_(Pok%C3%A9mon) Zorua] at [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net Bulbapedia] |
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*[http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Zoroark_(Pok%C3%A9mon) Zoroark] at [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net Bulbapedia] |
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{{Pokémon directory}} |
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[[Category:Animated duos]] |
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[[Category:Shapeshifter characters in video games]] |
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[[Category:Fictional foxes]] |
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[[Category:Film characters]] |
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[[Category:Pokémon species]] |
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[[Category:Video game characters introduced in 2010]] |
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