The title says it all. I will be posting a different Pokedex entry for every Pokemon I see, in National Dex line order (Bulba/Ivy/Venusaur as #1,#2,#3, but Onix and Steelix will be adjacent). I'll start with Bulbasaur... tomorrow.
POKEDEX ENTRY #001
BULBASAUR
General Physiology
Bulbasaur are small, quadruped Pokemon that are half plant, half animal, growing approximately 16 to 18 inches prior to evolution. They possess both amphibian and reptilian characteristics, having rough, warty skin, large red eyes, small fangs, and three claws on each foot.
They have large onion-like bulbs on their backs, which start developing immediately after hatching. The bulb shares a mutualistic symbiotic relationship with the animal, giving the Pokemon a free source of energy during the day and supplying it with moves such as Leech Seed and Razor Leaf. In return, Bulbasaur must supply the bulb with nutrients so it can grow. A pair of prehensile vines also grow from the base of the bulb, at the plant/animal junction.
Earlier, it was thought that the bulb on Bulbasaur's back was a separate entity from the Pokemon, but further observation and genetic testing proved that the two are genetically identical, and therefore the same organism.
It was also thought that Bulbasaur was entirely part plant and entirely part animal, with no crossover. This claim has been refuted as well, as active chloroplasts have been found in the skin, and low concentrations of nerves connecting to the brain have been found in the vines.
Bulbasaur's skin contains not only active chloroplasts, but also phycoerythrocyanin, giving Bulbasaur a blue-green hue. There are patches on the skin with higher concentrations of the pigment, making the skin darker. A small, exceedingly rare group of individuals lack the phycoerythrocyanin gene, giving their skin a much greener color. These "shiny" individuals are highly sought after, and some trainers will do anything to get them.
Habitat
Bulbasaur are found most commonly in Kanto and Johto, with small populations found in remote parts of Hoenn. Bulbasaur commonly live in areas with many grass Pokemon, such as grasslands, temperate forests, and along riverbanks and lake shores. They appear to prefer sunny, humid areas with lots of life and vegetation. Bulbasaur are not tied down to one specific location, and have been tracked wandering over 100 miles from its hatching place. One Bulbasaur can have multiple burrows.
Diet
Bulbasaur require very little outside nutrition, as the chloroplasts and the nutrition inside the bulb provide most of a Bulbasaur's energy. Bulbasaur do, however, require vitamins not obtained through photosynthesis, so they are well known to eat bugs and surrounding foliage. They have a high resistance to poison and toxins, being part Poison-type and being poisonous themselves. They also have a slight preference for sugary and starchy foods.
Social Structure
Bulbasaur are social animals, and live in clans of six to ten individuals, usually watched over by a Ivysaur or Venusaur. Venusaur are usually referred to as the patriarch of the clan, but Bulbasaur can drift off to other clans, or break away entirely and form new clans.
The members of a clan do not protect or look out for each other much, apart from defending clan members from lethal attacks and sharing food in rough times. In other words, if a Trainer tries to capture a Bulbasaur, the other Bulbasaur will not interfere.
Once every year, a large group of Bulbasaur will gather at a predetermined location, usually a forest clearing or meadow, and evolve synchronously. This ceremony is usually overseen by several elder Venusaur, most likely to protect the Bulbasaur during evolution and acclimation.
Mating
Bulbasaur do not commonly breed outside of captivity; although this has been recorded, this job is done by their older evolutions. Bulbasaur have both plant and animal gametes, able to reproduce by spreading pollen to the female, and by more conventional methods. Research has yet to conclude whether the method of genetic transfer has anything to do with how the Bulbasaur inherit traits.
Eggs are concealed in thickets of trees and near bodies of water. Any Saurs in the location will defend the egg, as if it were their own. When hatched, the baby is cared for by the clan as a whole, and parents rarely usurp this power of the clan to raise young.
In Human Culture
Bulbasaur have a very friendly disposition toward humans, and are perfectly content wandering with a Trainer on his/her travels. They are also easy to care for, as they require less food than the average Pokemon and can easily forage. They are the most popular starter among new Trainers, according to Professor Oak.
NEXT: IVYSAUR
Wow, if you are gonna write so much about every single Pokémon, I bet you will get bored after a couple or more. But otherwise it's cool.
POKEDEX ENTRY #002
IVYSAUR
General Physiology
Ivysaur, like its pre-evolution Bulbasaur, is a nocturnal (see "Diet") quadruped Pokemon that displays reptilian, amphibian, and plant-like characteristics. They have rough, warty skin, three claws on each foot, and large eyes with red irises and black pupils. Ivysaur can measure from 24 to 42 inches in its lifespan.
Ivysaur, like Bulbasaur, has a large plant growing on its back. However, with Ivysaur, the plant has sprouted into a large, fragrant bud. This bud supposedly attracts Pokemon, like the move Sweet Scent. Because Ivysaur's plant has sprouted, it is much more effective at spreading pollen and powders, which can be very useful in battling techniques. When Ivysaur is close to evolution, the bud will swell, absorb more nutrients, and give off more fragrant aromas.
Ivysaur's new bulb allows it to use more complex moves using spores, such as Poison Powder, Stun Spore, etc. These spores are released by the bulb as a waste product, and are adapted into use as a weapon.
Ivysaur's skin contains not only active chloroplasts, but also phycoerythrocyanin, which is used by cyanobacteria to give themselves a blue-green color. Ivysaur shares this trait with the other members of its evolutionary line. An extremely rare line of Ivysaur lack the phycoerythrocyanin gene, giving its skin a much greener color, and somehow giving its bulb a striking yellow color. Scientists are baffled as to how this works; there is no phycoerythrocyanin in the bud in the first place. The leading theory is that the presence of phycoerythrocyanin masks a much more recessive, bilirubin pigment gene in the base of the bud.
Habitat
Ivysaur can be found in areas with less water than where Bulbasaur are found, such as large grasslands and foothills of mountains. They can also be found among their bretheren, in temperate forests as well as tropical and along bodies of water. Ivysaur wander more than 300 miles from their nesting place, with the record being one tracked from Route 1 all the way to Veilstone City to the north. One Ivysaur will have multiple burrows.
Diet
Ivysaur eat more than Bulbasaur, requiring special nutrients for the bulb on its back. Its primary source of food is the sun, so strangely, Ivysaur are mostly nocturnal. During the day, they lie in the sun and absorb light energy. During nighttime, they awaken and forage for whatever bugs and berries they can find.
Social Structure
Ivysaur are markedly more solitary than their siblings, often traveling in groups of three or four. According to Professor Elm, Ivysaur behave like Pokemon Trainers. They are always happy to help out any clans they come across on their journeys, though very rarely do they settle down and head a clan, and they never join clans already headed by a Saur. In very rare cases, mature Ivysaur have been known to start clans.
Mating
When an Ivysaur spots a viable Ivysaur of the opposite sex, he/she emits a Sweet Scent from his/her bulb. When the other Ivysaur emits a Sweet Scent in return, the pair begin mating. The pair stay together protecting their egg until they can find a Bulbasaur clan, then they bequeath the egg to the clan and leave each other. Only Ivysaur within a clan do not abandon their mates.
In Human Culture
Ivysaur are great additions to any Trainer's team. They rather enjoy traveling with Trainers, and some even attack Trainers in hopes of being caught. Although some Trainers dismiss Ivysaur as being "weak" due to its popularity among inexperienced Trainers, it is this Professor's opinion that a well-trained Ivysaur can be as good a battler as any other Pokemon.
NEXT: VENUSAUR
This is an interesting topic and could be used as and article or something (pressumably weekly) in the LP:Reboot (i hope you have read about it).
That's a good idea! I'll have Venusaur out to you guys sometime during the weekend.
Well this is nice... good luck with the rest.
