However, not all Pokemon are capable of evolution, and they remain the same, no matter their level. This does not mean that they are weaker than their evolved peers, and there are plenty of non-evolving Pokemon who are an asset to any team they are on. In every generation, there are plenty of Pokemon that do not evolve, but are still worth catching.
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Generation One
The Kanto region is the one that started it all, and its roster of 151 Pokemon are still some of the most beloved creatures in the Pokemon franchise. Over the years, the number of non-evolving Pokemon from the first generation has decreased, due to these Pokemon receiving evolutions in later generations. This includes Pokemon like Onyx, Mr. Mime, Jynx, and Snorlax, to name a few. However, a fair amount of non-evolving Pokemon remain. They are:
Farfetch’d Kangaskhan Pinsir Tauros Lapras Ditto Aerodactyl Articuno Zapdos Moltres Mewtwo Mew
Generation Two
Pokemon Gold and Silver were released in 1999, and it features the Johto region which is filled with new Pokemon to catch and train. The generation is notable for introducing an internal clock, and for allowing Pokemon to hold items. It also introduced the Steel-type and Dark-type, which balanced the game a little better and paved the way for a host of interesting Pokemon to enter the franchise, including Umbreon, Steelix, and Houndour. The following Generation 2 Pokemon do not evolve:
Unown Girafarig Dunsparce Qwilfish Shuckle Heracross Corsola Delibird Skarmory Smeargle Miltank Raikou Entei Suicune Lugia Ho-Oh Celebi
Generation Three
Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire were released in 2002, and it introduced 135 new Pokemon to the franchise. It featured the cute starters Torchic, Treecko, and Mudkip, and while the gameplay remains mostly similar, it does feature Hoenn region and its many small islands that make frequent water travel necessary. Plenty of Pokemon from this region do not evolve, and they are:
Sableye Mawile Plusle Minun Volbeat Illumise Torkoal Spinda Zangoose Seviper Lunatone Solrock Castform Kecleon Tropius Absol Relicanth Luvdisc Regirock Regice Registeel Latias Latios Kyogre Groudon Rayquaza Jirachi Deoxys
Generation Four
Generation 4 is set in Sinnoh, which is based on the Japanese island Hokkaido. Like the previous generation, it has a day/night cycle. However, this time around, the day is split into five periods: Morning, day, afternoon, evening, and night. Pokemon Diamond and Pearl feature Pokemon Contests where players can enter their Pokemon in a competition that features different stages, including a Visual Stage, a Dance Competition stage, and an Acting Competition.
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There are 107 new Pokemon introduced in Diamond and Pearl, and some of these Pokemon do not evolve. This includes:
Pachirisu Chatot Spiritomb Carnivine Rotom Uxie Mesprit Azelf Dialga Palkia Heatran Regigigas Giratina Cresselia Phione Manaphy Darkrai Shaymin Arceus
Generation Five
The fifth generation of Pokemon, marked by Pokemon Black and White as well as the sequels Black 2 and White 2, takes players to the Unova region which is based on New York City. As such, players can expect tall buildings and lots of urban areas. Among Pokemon fans, Pokemon from this region are often accused of featuring lower-quality designs and less creativity than previous generations. However, there are still enough new Pokemon for everyone to find at least one critter they adore. The Unova Pokemon that do not have evolutions include:
Victini Audino Throh Sawk Basculin Maractus Sigilyph Emolga Alomomola Cryogonal Stunfisk Druddigon Bouffalant Heatmor Durant Cobalion Terrakion Virizion Tornadus Thundurus Reshiram Zekrom Landorus Kyurem Keldeo Meloetta Genesect
Generation Six
Pokemon X and Y are notable for their introduction of Mega Evolutions. Some of the Pokemon that players catch as they explore the Kalos region, which is based on France, can interact with special Mega Stones that allow them to enter a special form that grants them greater power. Through Mega Evolutions, a few old Pokemon received some new forms, and players suddenly had a reason to use them again. There are a few Kalos Pokemon that do not evolve, and they are:
Furfrou Hawlucha Dedenne Carbink Kelfki Xerneas Yveltal Diancie Hoopa Volcanion
Generation Seven
The seventh generation is the last Pokemon generation to release on the Nintendo 3DS. It takes a radical shift from prior games by ditching the chibi art style for characters with more realistic proportions. The generation also does away with gym battles and instead has players competing in trials. Players also get to explore the sunny Alola region which features a laid-back society and Pokemon that take on Alolan forms. Some of the Pokemon of Generation 7 do not evolve, and they are:
Oricorio Wishiwashi Comfey Oranguru Passimian Pyukumuku Minior Komala Turtonator Togedemaru Mimikyu Bruxish Drampa Dhelmise Tapu Koko Tapu Lele Tapu Bulu Tapu Fini Nihilego Buzzswole Pheromosa Xurkitree Celesteela Kartana Guzzlord Necrozma Magearna Marshadow Stakataka Blacephalon Zeraora
Generation Eight
The latest Pokemon generation is Generation 8, and it was released on the Nintendo Switch in 2019. Pokemon Sword and Shield are set in the Galar region, and the games introduce 89 new Pokemon, with seven new Pokemon added in 2022’s Pokemon Legends: Arceus. Like prior generations, Generation 8 features Pokemon that do not evolve, and they are:
Cramorant Falinks Pincurchin Stonjourner Eiscue Indeedee Morpeko Dracozolt Arctozolt Dracovish Arctovish Duraludon Zacian Zamazenta Eternatus Zarude Regieleki Regidrago Glastrier Spectrier Calyrex Enamorus
With Generation 9, which will feature Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, plenty more Pokemon will be revealed for players to catch. The starter Pokemon have been revealed already, and judging by the way they already break previous Pokemon starter patterns, it seems like there will be plenty of new surprises introduced to the Pokemon series.
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