Pokémon Headcanons: Sableye

Please stop giving your Sableye glass imitation gems. They know, and they will make you aware by screeching until you take the offending object away.

A lot of Trainers forget Druddigon’s skin is sandpapery and rough.

They quickly learn after getting some rather blood-covered hands the first time they give their new friend a pet.

Few people are prepared for dragon-types’ more…infamous…capabilities.

Pokémon Headcanons: Gengar

Gengar are very fond of toys, and bath toys are a good way to prevent them protesting when they need a wash. Generally popular toys for Gengar are building blocks, colouring books, and rubber Ducklett, but many individuals have their own favourite toys.

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Pokémon Headcanons: Trapinch

Trapinch has many fascinating features, but most interesting are the star-shaped patterns in its eyes. The exact function they serve is a very hot debate - scientists are split between whether it protects their eyes from sun glare or whether it allows them to see underground.

Pokémon Headcanons: Buzzwole

Although only recently discovered, scientists have made many breakthroughs relating to Buzzwole. A recent discovery suggests they have a highly complex language based on what resembles posing and flexing, suggesting they may be more intelligent than previously thought.

Pokémon Headcanons: Drowzee and Munna

Around the time of exams, many universities and schools host “dream therapy” sessions to help insomniac students - Munna puts them to sleep, and Drowzee ensures the sleep is restful. These sessions are very popular in Unova and Alola.

Pokémon Headcanons: Turtonator

A lot of people think Turtonator isn’t very clever due to its silly appearance, but in actual fact, they’re generally very smart - because they frequently can’t best opponents one-on-one, they have to resort to trickery to get opponents to fall into the traps they set.

Don't we all? They're unfortunately exclusive to Alola, and I hear the trans-dimensional shipping fees are pretty costly...

Pokémon Headcanons: Pyukumuku

Pyukumuku are very fond of people, but their slimy bodies have generally made them unpopular with both Trainers and tourists. However, a new line of Pyukumuku stress balls have caused a surge in popularity of the species, but pamphlets have had to be made warning people that they should not squeeze wild Pyukumuku.

Pokémon Headcanons: Mega Evolution

Retaining control of the energy from Mega Evolution requires ongoing extreme focus from both Trainer and Pokémon. Alolan Trainers sometimes fail to realise this and attempt to use Mega Stones like Z-Crystals - this causes the Mega Pokémon to overload on the energy from the Mega Evolution and they thusly revert to their most primal instincts, often lashing out at friend and foe alike.

Pokémon Headcanons: Espurr

Espurr are born in litters, but the parents quickly separate them before their psychic powers awaken. As such, it's not uncommon to hear the wails of hungry baby Espurr coming from several directions while out and about, and you'll often see the parents rapidly scurrying between their many dens.

Pokémon Headcanons: Greninja

Greninja enjoy social contact with humans and other Greninja, although outwardly they may maintain their aloof appearance. As they become more comfortable with their Trainer, they will often display more affectionate behaviours, like hugs and - much to the dismay of many a Trainer - licking.

Pokémon Headcanons: Cyndaquil

Although they don't mean any harm, young Cyndaquil will flare up when frightened or excited. Additionally, as a species Cyndaquil are inclined to have a nervous disposition - this often leads to property damage when rearing a litter of Cyndaquil.

Pokémon Headcanons: Aron

Aron’s capability - and, in fact, dietary requirement - to eat iron and steel makes them able to ravage buildings overnight. Insurance companies will refuse to cover damage to metal structures if there’s an Aron den nearby, especially after severe damage to a suspension bridge caused when the construction awoke hibernating Aron.

Pokémon Headcanons: Pyukumuku

Pyukumuku are very fond of people, but their slimy bodies have generally made them unpopular with both Trainers and tourists. However, a new line of Pyukumuku stress balls have caused a surge in popularity of the species, but pamphlets have had to be made warning people that they should not squeeze wild Pyukumuku.

Pokémon Headcanons: Whirl Islands

Johto's Whirl Islands have become very popular as a tourist hotspot due to their scenic, rugged coasts. However, the islands have had to install signs notifying tourists that the caves are an ancient religious site and to show respect by not taking anything or leaving rubbish at the request of Ecruteak's Religious Preservation board.

Pokémon Headcanons: Cleffa

Most Cleffa aren't old enough to travel very far on their own. They sometimes recruit the help of bigger Pokémon - or sometimes people - to help them climb up mountains to gaze at the stars. A Kantohian fairytale says that if you hear crying in the distance, it's a lonely Cleffa that wants to go back to its home beyond the stars.