teraiden

Teraiden is a fictional character from the *Pokémon* franchise, specifically appearing in the *Pokémon Legends: Arceus* game, released in 2022. As a legendary Pokémon, Teraiden is a hybrid of two existing Pokémon species: Togekiss and Deoxys. Its design blends the fairy and flying traits of Togekiss with the speed and psychic abilities of Deoxys, creating a sleek, agile creature with a predominantly white and blue color scheme. Teraiden’s appearance features a streamlined body, elongated limbs, and a crest resembling Deoxys’ signature headgear, while its wings and tail evoke Togekiss’ iconic design.

Teraiden is one of the few Pokémon in the franchise to be introduced through a Tera Raid Battle, a special in-game event where players can capture rare Pokémon. It was first encountered in the *Pokémon Legends: Arceus* expansion, *Pokémon Scarlet and Violet*, via the *Pokémon Home* app, where it was available as a Tera Raid Pokémon. Its introduction was notable for being the first time a hybrid Pokémon was officially featured in the series, expanding the lore of how Pokémon evolve and adapt.

In gameplay, Teraiden is a dual-type Fairy/Flying Pokémon with high Speed and Special Attack stats, making it well-suited for competitive battles. Its signature move, *Tera Blast*, allows it to switch its typing to Psychic during battle, leveraging its Deoxys heritage. Teraiden’s role in the franchise is primarily symbolic, representing the fusion of different Pokémon traits and the dynamic nature of the *Pokémon* universe.

While Teraiden has not appeared in other mainline *Pokémon* games or media, its design and lore have sparked discussions among fans about the potential for more hybrid Pokémon in future entries. Its brief but impactful appearance has solidified its place as a unique and memorable addition to the *Pokémon* legendaries.