Farfetch'd
Farfetch’d is a Normal/Flying-type Pokémon known for its leek stalk, which it uses like a weapon. Farfetch’d is characterized by its distinctive appearance, resembling a duck carrying a leek. It is often associated with its scarcity, making it a sought-after and elusive Pokémon in some regions of the Pokémon world.
Biology
Physical Characteristics
Farfetch’d is a bird-like Pokémon with distinct physical characteristics.
Farfetch’d has a stout, brown body with a noticeable plumage of feathers covering its torso. Its wings are not prominent for flying but have small claws at the tips, suggesting some utility other than flight. The leek stalk that Farfetch’d carries is not just for show; it is considered a symbol of honor and strength for this Pokémon. The leek is often depicted as a vital tool in battle, showcasing Farfetch’d’s resourcefulness.
Farfetch’d possesses a distinctive duck-like beak, emphasizing its avian nature. Its eyes have a focused and determined expression, reflecting its character as a proud and skilled Pokémon.
Farfetch’d stands on two legs, and while it is not exceptionally large, its proportions are well-suited for its unique combat style. The Pokémon’s size allows for agility and quick movements, advantageous in its potential battles.
Farfetch’d has webbed feet, suggesting an ability to navigate through bodies of water. This aligns with its habitat preferences, often found near water sources. While Farfetch’d isn’t primarily known for flying, its wings may serve other purposes, such as balance or subtle aerodynamic adjustments. These detailed characteristics collectively contribute to the charm and functionality of Farfetch’d in the Pokémon universe, making it a distinct and memorable species.
Galarian form
Galarian Farfetch’d exhibits a color palette dominated by muted earthy tones, with a predominantly brown body and darker plumage. The feathers around its head and neck form a distinctive hair-like structure, giving it a unique appearance. The leek that Galarian Farfetch’d carries undergoes a remarkable transformation upon evolution. It evolves into a massive leek stalk that resembles a lance, emphasizing Galarian Farfetch’d’s readiness for battle.
Galarian Farfetch’d maintains a medium size, retaining the agility and maneuverability seen in its Kantonian counterpart. The overall stature is compact but sturdy, contributing to its effectiveness in both offensive and defensive maneuvers.
Upon reaching the evolved form of Sirfetch’d, a distinct crest appears on its head, resembling a majestic knight’s helmet. This evolutionary feature reinforces the idea of Galarian Farfetch’d as a gallant and chivalrous warrior.
Galarian Farfetch’d, especially in its Sirfetch’d form, is often depicted in a ready-to-battle stance, showcasing its dedication to the art of combat. The massive leek lance is wielded with purpose, embodying its prowess in battle.
These detailed characteristics highlight the unique qualities of Galarian Farfetch’d and its evolution, Sirfetch’d, presenting a Pokémon that seamlessly blends elements of chivalry and martial skill.
Behaviour
Farfetch’d is known for its distinctive behavior, which includes several notable traits:
Farfetch’d is almost always seen carrying a leek, which has become a symbol of the Pokémon. The leek is not just for show; it is a critical component of Farfetch’d’s behavior and is sometimes used as a weapon. When threatened, Farfetch’d may use its leek as a weapon for self-defense. Despite its skittish nature, Farfetch’d can display surprising determination and courage when protecting itself or its territory.
In the wild, Farfetch’d is often depicted as a cautious and elusive Pokémon. Due to its delicious taste, Farfetch’d is a target for predators, and it has developed a keen sense of self-preservation. Wild Farfetch’d tends to be skittish and easily frightened, making it challenging to approach. This behavior aligns with its need to avoid potential threats and stay vigilant in its natural habitat.
When trained by Pokémon Trainers, Farfetch’d can form strong bonds. Trainers often appreciate Farfetch’d for its loyalty and the unique flavor that its leek adds to meals when properly prepared.
In battle, Farfetch’d is known for using its leek in a variety of ways, from slashing at opponents to performing precision attacks. Its resourcefulness with the leek is a testament to its adaptability and combat skills.
Galarian Farfetch’d often wears a stern and focused expression, underscoring its warrior-like demeanor. The evolution into Sirfetch’d, exclusive to Galarian Farfetch’d, symbolizes a significant advancement in both appearance and combat prowess. Galarian Farfetch’d, especially in its Sirfetch’d form, is often depicted in a ready-to-battle stance, showcasing its dedication to the art of combat. The massive leek lance is wielded with purpose, embodying its prowess in battle.
These behavioral characteristics showcase Farfetch’d as a Pokémon with a blend of caution, resourcefulness, and, in the case of Sirfetch’d, a commitment to a knightly code of conduct.
Evolution
Farfetch’d has two distinct evolutionary lines depending on the region: the Kantonian line and the Galarian line.
Kantonian Farfetch’d is a standalone Pokémon and does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon.
In the Galar region, Farfetch’d evolves into Sirfetch’d through a specific battle-related condition. To trigger the evolution, Galarian Farfetch’d must land three critical hits in a single battle. Once this condition is met, Galarian Farfetch’d evolves into Sirfetch’d. Sirfetch’d is the evolved form of Galarian Farfetch’d. This evolution is exclusive to the Galarian form and is not applicable to the Kantonian variant.
Farfetch’d has distinct evolutionary lines for its Kantonian and Galarian forms. The evolution conditions and resulting Pokémon differ between the two regional variants. The Kantonian Farfetch’d evolves through a trade, a common method for many Pokémon in the Kanto region. Galarian Farfetch’d, on the other hand, evolves through a battle-related condition, emphasizing its warrior-like characteristics.
The evolution of Farfetch’d into Sirfetch’d is specific to the region in which the Pokémon is found—Kanto for Kantonian Farfetch’d and Galar for Galarian Farfetch’d. These distinct evolutionary paths contribute to the diversity and uniqueness of Farfetch’d and Sirfetch’d across different Pokémon regions.
Appearances
Anime Main Appearances
Goh’s Farfetch’d
In “Dreams Are Made of These!”, catching a Farfetch’d proved challenging for Goh. The Pokémon deflected Goh’s Poké Ball twice before being successfully caught on the third attempt.
Ash’s Farfetch’d
In the episode “Toughing It Out!”, Ash captured a Galarian Farfetch’d in Wyndon, and later, in “Beyond Chivalry… Aiming to be a Leek Master!”, it evolved into Sirfetch’d during a battle against Rinto.
Other appearences
- “So Near, Yet So Farfetch’d” (Keith’s Farfetch’d helped steal Pokémon.)
- “A Way Off Day Off” (Multiple Farfetch’d were residents of a deserted island.)
- “A Farfetch’d Tale” (Sylvester was seen using Farfetch’d’s Cut for making Charcoal.)
- “Putting the Air Back in Aerodactyl!” (Crystal summoned seven Farfetch’d by whistling.)
- “Smells Like Team Spirit!” (Holly used Farfetch’d in during a Tag Battle, but it was knocked out.)
- “To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!” (Wilkinson participated in a Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament with his Farfetch’d.)
- “Pathways to Performance Partnering!” (Nini revealed her Farfetch’d for Pokémon Showcases with her Smoochum.)
Anime Minor Appearances
In ”Pikachu’s Vacation”, a Farfetch’d was at the Pokémon Theme Park. It also appeared in the credits of ”Pikachu’s Rescue Adventure”, ”Tricks of the Trade”, ”Lucario and the Mystery of Mew”, ”A Rivalry to Gible On!”, ”A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle!”, ”A Jolting Switcheroo!”, ”Heroes – Friends and Faux Alike!”, ”Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction”, ”Dreaming a Performer’s Dream!” and ”I Choose You!”.
In ”Trade, Borrow, and Steal!”, a Gentleman traded his Farfetch’d, nicknamed Dux, for a Spearow nicknamed Speary. Additionally, two Farfetch’d appeared in a flashback in ”Enter Pikachu!”, and a Farfetch’d featured in ”Heroes Unite!”.
Multiple Farfetch’d appeared in the espiodes:
- ”Giratina and the Sky Warrior”
- ”Three Jynx and a Baby!” (five of them lived in a lake)
- ”Second Time’s the Charm!” (five of them)
- ”Destination: Coronation!” (six of them umped out of a bush near the Cerise Laboratory)
A Coordinator’s Farfetch’d participated in the Silver Town Pokémon Contest in the episode ” Weekend Warrior” and in the episode ”Thinning the Hoard!”.
A Trainer’s Farfetch’d appeared also in the following epsodes:
- ”A Battle by Any Other Name!” (participated in the Poké Puff Contest)
- ”Forming a More Perfect Union!”
- ”Take My Thief! Please!”
Manga Appearances
Pokémon Adventures
Farfetch’d debuted at the Indigo Plateau in ”Just a Spearow Carrier”. In ”Extricated from Exeggutor”, a wild Farfetch’d saved by Yellow later found its nest with her help. In ”You Ain’t Nothin’ but a Houndour”, a Farfetch’d in Azalea Town fell victim to the Masked Man’s onslaught. Bill used a Farfetch’d as transport in ”A Flaaffy Kerfuffle”, and it helped him escape Staryu. In ”The Last Battle XIII”, a Farfetch’d participated in the fight in Ilex Forest.
Emerald used a Farfetch’d in his Battle Factory challenge in” Pinsir Me, I Must Be Dreaming”. The Battle Factory rented a Farfetch’d, stolen by Guile Hideout in ”Skirting Around Surskit I”. A Farfetch’d appeared in ”Out-Odding Oddish” under a Pokéathlon participant’s ownership. Finally, Henry’s Sirfetch’d, Lancelot, was caught as a Galarian Farfetch’d, revealed in a flashback in ”Ooh Shiny!! Legendary Equipment”.
Farfetch’d also appeared in the following Pokémon manga:
Pocket Monsters DP – in the twenty-ninth chapter of the Pocket Monsters DP manga, PMDP29.
Pocket Monsters HeartGold & SoulSilver Go! Go! Pokéathlon – in this manga a Farfetch’d appeared.
Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys – in the episode ”For Pikachu’s Sake!! The Search For The Missing Farfetch’d”.
Pokémon Gotta Catch ‘Em All – in the episodes ”A Farfetch’d Fencing Match!” (Ryoma, a rival of Shu, owns a Farfetch’d) and ”Catch the Poliwag!” (in a background collage).
Pokémon Journeys: The Series – in the episode ”Solitary and Menacing!” (Galarian Farfetch’d owned by Ash made its first appearence and later evolved into Sirfetch’d).
Pokémon Pocket Monsters – in the episode ”Fierce Competition at the Pokémon Baseball Tournament!” (participated in a baseball match).
Game data
Stats
Location
| Game version | Location |
|---|---|
| Pokémon Red and Pokémon Blue | Vermilion City (Trade) |
| Pokémon Yellow | Routes 12 and 13 |
| Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver | Routes 38 and 39 |
| Pokémon Crystal | Route 43 |
| Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire | Trade |
| Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen | Vermilion City (Trade) |
| Pokémon Emerald | Trade |
| Pokémon Colosseum | Trade |
| Pokémon XD | Citadark Isle |
| Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl | Route 221 |
| Pokémon Platinum | Route 221 |
| Pokémon HeartGold and Pokémon SoulSilver | Routes 38, 39, 47, and 48, Safari Zone |
| Pokémon Black and Pokémon White | Route 1 |
| Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2 | Route 1 |
| Pokémon X and Pokémon Y | Route 22, Santalune City (Trade) |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Trade |
| Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon | Pokémon Bank |
| Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon | Pokémon Bank |
| Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! And Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee! | Routes 12 and 13 |
| Pokémon Sword | TradeVersion 1.2.0+ (Kantonian Form) |
| Route 5, Giant's Mirror, Dusty Bowl, North Lake Miloch, Stony Wilderness (Galarian Form) | Trade |
| Pokémon Shield | Trade, Wild Area News |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl | Route 221, Grand Underground - Spacious Cave, Grassland Cave, Fountainspring Cave, Sunlit Cavern (Kantonian Form) |
| Legends Arceus | Unobtainable |
| Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | Unobtainable |
Farfetch'd's origin name
English: Farfetch’d – The English name “Farfetch’d” is a play on the phrase “far-fetched,” which means unlikely or improbable. This name reflects the rarity and uniqueness of Farfetch’d, as well as its association with the idea of something that is hard to come by.
Japanese: Kamonegi (カモネギ) – The Japanese name “Kamonegi” is a combination of “kamo” (鴨), meaning duck, and “negi” (葱), meaning green onion or scallion. This name alludes to the visual appearance of Farfetch’d carrying a leek, which is reminiscent of a duck carrying a green onion.
French: Canarticho – The French name “Canarticho” combines “canard” (duck) and “artichaut” (artichoke). While it doesn’t directly reference the leek like the Japanese name, it maintains the duck theme.
German: Porenta – The German name “Porenta” has no direct connection to the duck and leek motif. It’s a unique name used in the German Pokémon series.
Spanish: Patoaventuras – The Spanish name “Patoaventuras” blends “pato” (duck) with “aventuras” (adventures). This name doesn’t focus on the leek aspect but emphasizes the duck element.
Italian: Faraon – The Italian name “Faraon” is likely derived from “farfetch’d,” maintaining a similar sound without a direct translation of the English meaning.
Korean: Apmuri (압무리) – The Korean name “Apmuri” is used for Farfetch’d. While the transliteration doesn’t provide a direct interpretation, it’s the designated name in the Korean Pokémon series.
Chinese (Simplified): Yābù (鸭嘴) – The Simplified Chinese name “Yābù” combines “yā” (鸭), meaning duck, with “zuǐ” (嘴), meaning beak. This name refers to the duck-like appearance of Farfetch’d.
Chinese (Traditional): Yāzuǐ (鴨嘴) – The Traditional Chinese name “Yāzuǐ” also uses “yā” (鴨) for duck and “zuǐ” (嘴) for beak. This maintains consistency with the theme of Farfetch’d resembling a duck.
Farfetch’d’s English name plays on the term “far-fetched,” highlighting its rarity. In other languages, the names often revolve around the duck theme and, in some cases, incorporate elements related to the leek or emphasize adventurous aspects. The names contribute to the cultural and linguistic diversity of Pokémon across regions.