Umbreon is a Dark-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II. Known as the Moonlight Pokémon, it evolves from Eevee when leveled up with high friendship during the night. Umbreon's evolution is the result of Eevee being exposed to the moon's aura, which altered its genetic structure. This nocturnal Pokémon has a sleek, black body with four slender legs and crimson eyes. Its most distinctive feature is the set of luminous yellow rings on its body, which glow when it becomes excited or when exposed to the moon's aura.
Umbreon is an excellent hunter, using its well-developed eyes to spot prey even in complete darkness. Its black fur allows it to blend seamlessly into the night, making it a formidable predator. When hunting, Umbreon's rings emit a dim yet ominous glow as it lunges for its prey's throat. As a defensive mechanism, Umbreon can spray poisonous sweat from its pores when agitated or threatened.
Pokédex Data
- Category: Moonlight Pokémon
- Type: Dark
- Height: 3'3" (1.0 m)
- Weight: 59.5 lbs (27.0 kg)
- Abilities: Synchronize (standard), Inner Focus (hidden)
Breeding
- Gender Ratio: 87.5% male, 12.5% female
- Egg Groups: Field
- Hatch Time: 9,180 steps
Pokédex Entries Across Versions
- Gold: When agitated, this Pokémon protects itself by spraying poisonous sweat from its pores.
- Silver: When darkness falls, the rings on the body begin to glow, striking fear in the hearts of anyone nearby.
- Crystal: On the night of a full moon, or when it gets excited, the ring patterns on its body glow yellow.
- Sword: When this Pokémon becomes angry, its pores secrete a poisonous sweat, which it sprays at its opponent's eyes.
- Shield: On the night of a full moon, or when it gets excited, the ring patterns on its body glow yellow.
Evolutions
Eevee → Umbreon (level up with high friendship during the night)
Habits and Additions Across Generations
- Generation II: Introduced as one of two new Eeveelutions alongside Espeon.
- Generation IV: Gained access to the move Moonlight, fitting its theme as a Moonlight Pokémon.
- Generation VI: Received a slight base stat increase, boosting its Special Defense.
- Generation VII: In Pokémon Sleep, Umbreon is noted to be difficult to find while it sleeps during the night, emphasizing its nocturnal nature.
- Generation VIII: Gained access to new moves like Lash Out, further enhancing its Dark-type movepool.