067. EEVEE (#133)
There is no doubt Eevee is an iconic legend in Pokémon lore. It has become the face of a game, and the most populous species in the Pokédex, courtesy of its EIGHT "Eeveelutions"! More on that momentarily. :sorcerer:
Eevee is a Normal-type from Gen. I's Blue/Red/Yellow games, known as the "Evolution Pokémon". In Gen. I, it can evolve into Vaporeon with the Water Stone; Jolteon with the Thunder Stone; and Flareon with the Fire Stone. In Gen. II, it will evolve into Espeon, when leveled-up with high friendship during the day; or Umbreon, when leveled-up with high friendship during nighttime. Beginning with Gen. IV, it can evolve into Leafeon, with either the Leaf Stone or when leveling-up near a Moss Rock; or Glaceon, with either an Ice Stone or leveling-up near an Ice Rock. Finally, starting in Gen. VI, it may evolve into Sylveon when leveling-up with a Fairy-type move, plus two levels of affection. I often wonder if more Eeveelutions will follow.... :detective:
Now, if you want to capture one, you're out of luck. But not really. Because you'll get one for free! You'll receive one in the Kanto region via a random person in Celadon Mansion in Celadon City. Or in Johto, you'll get one from Bill in Goldenrod City. Neat-o, eh?!
It is an utter cutie, but I think it's come far enough. It's not really boring or plain, but it just gets outshined by many more interesting types remaining. However, its placement doesn't detract one iota from its status. Congrats on a marvelous Top 70 finish! SAVING: ARTICUNO, because it is a majestic icon.