Mega Evolution (Japanese: メガシンカ Mega Evolution) is a state of evolution that occurs in certain Pokémon who are fully-evolved. Mega Evolution is seen as the form of which a Pokémon takes at its highest limit of power due to the connection and bond between itself and its Trainer. Unlike normal evolution, however, Mega Evolution isn't a permanent state and reverts either once a Pokémon has fainted or when the Pokémon no longer needs the extra Power.
Mega Evolution has only so far been seen occuring in Hoenn and Kalos.
Mega Evolving[]
In order to Mega Evolve, both Pokémon and Trainers must be present and have a strong bond with each other. The Pokémon must also be holding the appropriate Mega Stone and its Trainer must have a Key Stone. However, there are exceptions to this, the only known case being Rayquaza, whom Mega Evolves after swallowing the Meteorite which acts as its Mega Stone.
Key Stones[]
A Key Stone is an item that must be owned to inhibit Mega Evolution. These Key Stones are vital in allowing a Trainer to Mega Evolve their Pokémon. All Key Stones are the same, but many Trainers hold their Key Stones in different accessories. It was said that there are only a limited number of Key Stones, however, this has never been discovered as tale or fiction.
Mega Stones[]
A Mega Stone is an item which is held by the Pokémon in order to inhibit Mega Evolution. Each Pokémon has their own corresponding Mega Stone unique to their species. It's not known just how many Mega Stones there are in the world.
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- Mega Stones in Lexi's possession
- Lopunnite: Found by Lexi in an old book owned by AZ in the Parfum Palace Library in Kalos. Professor Sycamore was unable to detect who the stone was for, and so Lexi kept it for safe keeping. It was later discovered to be a stone to Mega Evolve Lopunny in Hoenn by Steven outside Fortree City. (Acquired in XY014)
- Houndoominite: Found by Lexi and Professor Sycamore on Muraille Coast. After receiving readings from his researchers, Sycamore looked for the stone and eventually found it, giving it to Lexi to use in the future. (Acquired in XY022)
- Lucarionite: Given to Lexi by Professor Sycamore. Sycamore, who had been searching for Stones, had found only this and gave it to Lexi to test with Lucario, later given to keep. (Acquired in XY034)
- Alakazite: Given to Lexi From Professor Sycamore. The Alakazite was given to Tierno from Trevor who received it unknowingly from his father. It was then handed to Professor Sycamore following Tierno's death, which was then handed to Lexi. (Acquired in XY081)
- Scizorite: Given to Lexi by Shauna from Professor Sycamore. The Scizorite was found and given to Trevor from his father. It was then handed to Professor Sycamore following Trevor's admittance to the mental asylum, which was then handed to Shauna, and then given to Lexi when Shauna gave up ownership of Scizor to her. (Acquired in XY081)
- Gardevoirite: Given to Lexi along with Ralts from Diantha. The Stone was given to her by Korrina's grandfather Gurkinn after becoming Champion. (Acquired in XY100)
- Sablenite: Found by Steven and given to Lexi along with Sableye. Steven discovered the stone had moulded alongside a Sableye in its Egg, and gave the Pokémon to Lexi, and therefore the stone. (Acquired in RS014)
- Manectite: Found by Lexi in Sea Mauville alongside the Devon Parts. Captain Stern identified the Stone for her in Slateport City. (Acquired in RS017)
- Absolite: Found by Lexi in Fiery Path. The Stone was identified by Steven, which led to her capturing an Absol. (Acquired in RS030)
- Swampertite: Found by Steven and given to Lexi. After seeing Lexi's Swampert, he recognized the bond and handed her the stone to Mega Evolve him. (Acquired in RS051)
- Mawilite: Given to Lexi by the elders at Mt. Pyre. The elders gave it to Lexi to help her against Team Aqua. (Acquired in RS054)
- [[[Charizardite X]]: Given to Lexi by Shauna when she handed Charizard back to Lexi. (Aqcuired in RS077)
- Latiasite: Given to Lexi by Latios to protect its sister.
- Sharpedonite
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Mega Trainers[]
There are several titles for people who can Mega Evolve their Pokémon or are related to Mega Evolution. They are as follows:
- Mega Destined: Those who are destined to Mega Evolve their Pokémon but have yet to possess the ability to. Those who are Mega Destined can only be determined by Mega Masters who can determine the strength of the Trainer and realize the potential within them and their Pokémon. There are many who never know they are Mega Destined because of this.
- Mega Successor: A Mega Trainer who's ability to Mega Evolve their Pokémon is passed down from an ancestor usually destined to become a Mega Master.
- Mega Trainer or Mega Wielder: A person whom is able to Mega Evolve their Pokémon but hasn't mastered Mega Evolution. They have no ties to any Mega Masters and have learnt of their ability independently.
- Mega Apprentice: A Mega Trainer who has been personally selected by a Mega Master to be trained by.
- Mega Master: Those who are a Master at Mega Evolution. Not all people who can Mega Evolve their Pokémon can or will become Mega Masters.
- Mega Philosopher: Those who are unable to Mega Evolve but have studied Mega Evolution thoroughly.
Notable Mega Trainers[]
- Lexi is a Mega Apprentice who can Mega Evolve many of her Pokémon. She wears a Mega Ring.
- Steven is a Mega Master who can Mega Evolve his Metagross. He is also one of the people heavily researching Mega Evolution. He wears a Mega Stickpin.
- Professor Sycamore is a Mega Philosopher. He studied about Mega Evolution in Kalos for most of his adult life.
- Korrina is a Mega Master who can Mega Evolve her Lucario. Korrina was the Mega Successor to Gurrkinn, and is an ancestor to the first person to ever Mega Evolve his Pokémon. She wears a Mega Glove. She became a Mega Master following Gurrkin's death.
- Diantha is a Mega Trainer who can Mega Evolve her Gardevoir. She wears a Mega Charm.
- Lisia is a Mega Trainer who can Mega Evolve her Altaria. She wears a Mega Tiara.
- Zinnia is a Mega Apprentice who can Mega Evolve her Salamence. She wears a Mega Anklet.
- Wally is a Mega Trainer who can Mega Evolve his Gallade. He wears a Mega Pendant.
- Lysandre is a man who can artificially Mega Evolve his Gyarados. He wears a Mega Suit which was mechanically made to induce Mega Evolution, making Lysandre not a true Mega Trainer unlike others.
- Captain Stern is a Mega Philosopher. He began studying Mega Evolution after working with Mr. Stone and his son Steven.
- Archie is a man who can artificially Mega Evolve his Sharpedo. He wears a Mega Anchor, a man-made invention using Devon Corporation technology.
- Maxie is a man who can artificially Mega Evolve his Camerupt. He wears a Mega Glasses, a man-made invention using Devon Corporation technology.
- Calem is a Mega Destined, discovered by Korrina. Despite originally not being fit to be a Mega Trainer, his growth during his journey resulted in his abilities being uncovered.
- Shauna is a Mega Destined, discovered by Korrina. Similar to Calem, her abilities were not discovered until she went on her journey and grew as a Trainer.
Primal Reversion[]
Primal Reversion (Japanese: ゲンシカイキ Primal Regression) is a state of evolution similar to Mega Evolution that occurs in Kyogre and Groudon. Primal Reversion is different in that not only is a Mega Stone not needed, but the Pokémon are in fact reverting to their original state in the Primal age. However, it still isn't a permanent state and reverts either once a Pokémon has fainted or once the power surge is no longer necessary.
Pokémon capable of Primal Reversion[]
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