Decidueye (Pokémon)
Decidueye (Japanese: ジュナイパー Junaiper) is a dual-type Grass/Ghost Pokémon introduced in Generation VII.
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It evolves from Dartrix starting at level 34. It is the final form of Rowlet.
In Hisui, Decidueye has a dual-type Grass/Fighting regional form. It evolves from Dartrix starting at level 36. It is the final form of Rowlet in the Hisui region.
Biology
Decidueye is a tall, avian Pokémon that resembles an owl. The upper portion of its face is dark green with a thin, orange mask-like marking encircling its eyes. Its eyes are reddish-orange and it has a hooked dark green beak. The feathers covering its wings and back are brown, while the rest of its body is primarily white. The three feathers at the tip of each wing are structured similar to fingers and have lighter tips. The backs of its wings and torso are dotted with many white spots, there are six on each wing. The inside of each wing has a line of upside-down, reddish-orange triangles across the top. It has long legs, feet with two toes facing forward and two backward, and short dark green talons. Its tail consists of three long, green leaves.
A leafy hood covers its head and shoulders, and partially covers its face. The hood is smoothly draped across the shoulders and back, but has uneven edges. Around the head, the hood forms many pointed projections that extend over its face. A single white feather with a red base extends from the top of its hood. In the center of its chest is a reddish-orange X shape formed by dead leaves with two thin green vines extending from it. Pulling on the vines closes the hood further over Decidueye's face and improves its focus.
While this Pokémon is cool and cautious by nature, it begins to panic if surprised. It can hide from opponents by masking its presence, allowing it to attack unaware foes.[1] It takes only a tenth of a second for it to pluck, aim, and fire an arrow quill from its wings. It is not only quick but also accurate, capable of striking targets over half a mile away. Decidueye is the only known Pokémon capable of learning the move Spirit Shackle and the corresponding Z-Move Sinister Arrow Raid.
Compared to Alolan Decidueye, Hisuian Decidueye has a smaller wing area and thicker legs. The plumes around its ankles are longer, and its feet are black with white talons. Its tail feathers are red. Its head and neck covering is also red, with orange and white accents, and together they resemble an ayaigasa.[2] Its wings appear to have more layers, and the rachises of its feathers are capable of storing air, allowing it to withstand the extreme cold of the Hisui region. Hisuian Decidueye is the only known Pokémon capable of learning the move Triple Arrows.
In the anime

Major appearances
A Decidueye appeared in League Offenders and Defenders!, under the ownership of Hau. It evolved from his Dartrix sometime prior to the events of the episode. Decidueye has since made further appearances in Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon.
Minor appearances
Decidueye debuted in Pushing the Fiery Envelope!, under the ownership of a Trainer participating in a Battle Royal. It was eventually defeated by the Masked Royal's Incineroar. It reappeared in A Young Royal Flame Ignites!, taking part in another Battle Royal.
In the manga

Pokémon Adventures
- Main article: Moon's Decidueye
Moon's Dartrix evolved into a Decidueye in the Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon chapter.
Pokémon Horizon
Mana's Rowlet eventually evolved into a Decidueye prior to The Legend Revelead.
Other appearances

Pokkén Tournament DX
Decidueye is a playable character in the Nintendo Switch version of Pokkén Tournament.
Game data
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SMUSUM | Hidden Ability Pokémon Bank Decidueye | Japanese, American, PAL, and Korean | 50 | March 8 to October 31, 2018 |
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HP: 78 |
138 - 185 | 266 - 360 | |
107 |
100 - 174 | 197 - 344 | |
75 |
72 - 139 | 139 - 273 | |
100 |
94 - 167 | 184 - 328 | |
100 |
94 - 167 | 184 - 328 | |
70 |
67 - 134 | 130 - 262 | |
Total: 530 |
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Hisuian Decidueye
Stat | Range | ||
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At Lv. 50 | At Lv. 100 | ||
HP: 88 |
148 - 195 | 286 - 380 | |
112 |
105 - 180 | 206 - 355 | |
80 |
76 - 145 | 148 - 284 | |
95 |
90 - 161 | 175 - 317 | |
95 |
90 - 161 | 175 - 317 | |
60 |
58 - 123 | 112 - 240 | |
Total: 530 |
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Learnset
Decidueye is available in Sword and Shield, while Hisuian Decidueye is available in Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
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![]() Level 17 → |
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Trivia
- Official confidential art featuring Decidueye, Incineroar, Primarina, and Mallow was leaked on the Internet on June 4, 2016. This leak happened 145 days before these Pokémon were officially revealed on October 27, 2016.[3] From the leaked material it is known that Decidueye's code name was "フクロウ 3", or "Owl 3" during development.
- Decidueye was originally considered for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, but director Masahiro Sakurai decided to go with Incineroar instead.[4]
- Decidueye is the only non-Mega-Evolved starter Pokémon that has its secondary type changed.
- Decidueye and its pre-evolutions are the only Grass-type Pokémon in the Flying Egg Group.
- Decidueye is the only Pokémon introduced in Generation VII to have a regional form.
Origin
Decidueye is based on an owl.[3] It is most similar to the pueo owl in particular, which is a common physical form of the aumakua, ancestral spirits in Hawaiian culture. This may account for its Ghost typing. Additionally, it has some traits similar to the common barn owl – which in some territories is also known as the "ghost owl" – and the extinct stilt-owl. In general, an association between the supernatural and owls was once a very common motif, as they were seen as both bearers of death and disturbed spirits throughout history. Decidueye also shares elements with an archer and common depictions of the English folk hero Robin Hood.
Hisuian Decidueye's earthy coloring and comparatively shorter wings seem to draw inspiration from primarily ground-dwelling burrowing owls and possibly from the color change deciduous tree leaves experience during autumn, signifying its growth. It also shows some similarities with secretarybirds. Its hat-like crown of feathers resembles a kasa, or traditional Japanese brimmed hats, perhaps the ayaigasa specifically worn by samurai archers for hunting or ceremonial purposes.[2] It may also be inspired by Cikap-kamuy, the Ainu god of owls and the land.
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