The 20 Best Legendary Pokémon of All Time

From the genetically engineered Mewtwo to the time-traveling Celebi and paradox legendaries of Paldea, the Pokémon franchise has introduced dozens of awe-inspiring legendary creatures. Which legendary Pokémon reigns supreme?

1. 1
   Zapdos

   A legendary Electric/Flying-type bird that lives within thunderclouds and absorbs lightning bolts to recharge its power.
   1000pts
2. 2
   Mewtwo

   A Psychic-type created through genetic engineering, Mewtwo is the most powerful Pokémon from Generation I and the franchise's ultimate villain.
   999pts
3. 3
   Suicune

   A legendary Water-type beast that purifies polluted water with its north wind and can freeze rain with a touch.
   930pts
4. 4
   Mew

   A mythical Psychic-type that contains the genes of all Pokémon and is rumored to be the ancestor of the entire species.
   891pts
5. 5
   Rayquaza

   A Dragon/Flying-type that dwells in the ozone layer and has the power to stop disasters caused by Kyogre and Groudon.
   891pts
6. 6
   Lunala

   A Psychic/Ghost-type moon deity from the Alola region that absorbs light and draws power from the moon.
   818pts
7. 7
   Xerneas

   A Fairy-type deity of life that can share eternal life with others and is the counterpart to Yveltal.
   734pts
8. 8
   Groudon

   A Ground-type super-ancient Pokémon that can expand the landmass and evaporate oceans with intense heat.
   636pts
9. 9
   Koraidon

   A paradox Dragon/Fighting-type legendary from ancient Paldea that serves as the player's companion in Pokémon Scarlet.
   636pts
10. 10
    Reshiram

    A Dragon/Fire-type legendary representing truth, capable of scorching the world, and the mascot of Pokémon White.
    636pts
11. 11
    Dialga

    A Steel/Dragon-type deity that controls the flow of time itself and is worshipped in the Sinnoh region.
    520pts
12. 12
    Ho-Oh

    A Fire/Flying-type phoenix legendary that can resurrect the dead and is said to appear only to those with pure hearts.
    520pts
13. 13
    Miraidon

    A paradox Electric/Dragon-type legendary from the far future of Paldea and the companion Pokémon in Pokémon Violet.
    382pts
14. 14
    Lugia

    A Psychic/Flying-type guardian of the seas, known for its majestic silver wings and starring role in Pokémon: The Movie 2000.
    382pts
15. 15
    Kyogre

    A Water-type super-ancient Pokémon that can expand the seas and cause torrential downpours across entire continents.
    382pts
16. 16
    Articuno

    A legendary Ice/Flying-type bird that rules over frozen mountain ranges and can freeze moisture in the air.
    382pts
17. 17
    Arceus

    The Normal-type 'God Pokémon' said to have created the entire Pokémon universe with its thousand arms.
    382pts
18. 18
    Palkia

    A Water/Dragon-type deity that rules over space and dimensions, counterpart to Dialga and protector of parallel worlds.
    382pts
19. 19
    Zekrom

    A Dragon/Electric-type legendary that represents ideals, can generate massive electricity, and serves as the mascot of Pokémon Black.
    0pts
20. 20
    Solgaleo

    A Psychic/Steel-type sun deity from the Alola region that acts as a guardian of Ultra Space portals.
    0pts

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