The fourth Pokémon generation has received a lot of love from The Pokémon Company this year with the announcement of Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl, and Legends Arceus. Many fans have a strong attachment to this generation because of the memorable in-game events and new evolutions for previous generation Pokémon.
The Sinnoh Region introduced new Pokémon many people love using in their competitive teams today. As with every generation, fans learned of the dangerous powers the fourth generation's Pokémon had in store for them.
10 Garchomp Can Fly Faster Than A Jet & Can Become Deadlier After Mega Evolving
Considering how long the Pokémon franchise has lasted, it makes sense for fans to forget some things about it on occasion. Whether fans forget the Pokémon that aren't legendaries or how to complete a puzzle in the title, many will not remember every detail each game offers.
10 Most Iconic Gen 4 Pokémon, Ranked
However, generation four fans will remember why Garchomp is a dragon type worth fearing. Garchomp can fly faster than a jet, can eat entire flocks of prey whole, and can fight strong Pokémon like Salamence whenever it wants. Not only that, but its mega evolution form gives Garchomp an immense power boost, allowing it to slice the ground to bits.
9 Hippowdon Can Produce Sand Tornados From Its Body & Utilize Deadly Ground-Type Pokémon Attacks
As with many Pokémon who have real-life animal counterparts, Hippowdon is a hippotamus that'll leave many people quaking in fear of its power. Along with its access to Pokémon attacks like Earthquake, Fissure, and others, Hippowdon's jaws can crush automobiles to pieces. These Pokémon adore showing their teeth to creatures as a way of intimidating and warning them.
Further, Hippowdon can also produce sand tornados through the holes on its back that'll leave a devastating impact on its foes. Although it lacks speed compared to most deadly Pokémon, if someone were to get attacked by a Hippowdon, then it'd be all over for them.
8 Electivire Has Deadly Electric Powers That'll Send Enemies To Their Doom
Pikachu might be the most recognizable Pokémon to many fans, but Electivire's abilities and strengths rival it on the danger meter. As a Pokémon capable of producing 20,000 volts through the tip of its tail, Electivire has one of the best electrical outputs, unlike others of the same type.
Furthermore, Electivire's ability "Motor Drive" allows the creature to become more agile when attacked with electricity. Although it can be reckless when battling foes, Electivire helped Gary win a victory over Ash despite quitting his Pokémon trainer status.
7 Abomasnow Can Create Blizzards & Has Access To One-Hit Knockout Pokémon Attacks Like Sheer Cold
Despite not being a generation four Pokémon everyone forgets about, Abomasnow isn't an iconic Pokémon either. Regardless of its appeal to the fanbase, Abomasnow can be a deadly Pokémon to interact with and is a dangerous one worth avoiding. It's a Pokémon that loves staying in snowy areas and can tamper with its natural environment.
Abomasnow's known for creating vast snowstorms to shield itself from other Pokémon and can cause whiteouts to occur for citizens that live near them. These abilities aside, Abomasnow can also utilize its strong arms to bat away foes. If it needed to, Abomasnow also has access to the move Sheer Cold, a one-hit KO move that'll leave anyone feeling defeated.
6 Heatran Doesn't Like Others' Company & Will Cause Volcanic Eruptions If Someone Steals Its Magma Stone
Heatran is a Pokémon that would wreak havoc in the real world if someone were to tamper with its surroundings or belongings. Heatran's known for being extremely territorial and doesn't love those who tamper with its Magma Stone.
If it were to lose its stone, Heatran would go on an endless tirade, causing volcanos to erupt. Heatran also has strong claws that dwindle in comparison to its fiery nature.
5 Regigigas Is A Pokémon That Can Control The Regi Trio & Fight Legendary Pokémon Like Giratina
Regigigas may not be a powerful Pokémon to many fans based on its appearance, but its control over Regirock, Reisteel, and Regice makes it a formidable opponent for anyone. Not only can Regigigas manipulate the members of the Regi Trio, but Regigigas can withstand abnormal hot and cold temperatures.
Regigigas's signature move, "Crush Grip," allows it to crush anything in its path, and the Pokémon can access its laser beams to cover for its slow speed. Furthermore, Regigigas can stand toe-to-toe with other legendary Pokémon of the region like Giratina, as shown in the Pokémon film Giratina and The Sky Warrior.
4 Darkrai Will Give People Endless Nightmares & Feed Off Their Horrid Dreams
Many love its edgy vibe while others feel like he's a Pokémon that belongs in a horror movie. It wouldn't change the fact that Darkrai is a menacing Pokémon that loves torturing people physically and psychologically.
In the Pokémon world, Darkrai loves to tamper with Pokémon and humans; dreams, making them experience endless nightmares. Darkrai uses these opportunities to feed off the horrid nightmares its victims are experiencing. It's a creature attracted to darkness and one that will bring spookiness to anyone it wishes.
3 The Lake Guardians May Look Adorable But Posessess Powers Capable Of Erasing People's Memories & Emotions
Memories are tools people utilize to complete assignments and to bank on whenever they're feeling down. Despite Arceus creating the Lake Guardians to control Palkia and Dialga, the Lake Guardians can erase people's memories. However, the lake guardians Mesprit, Uxie, and Azelf, can be deadly by themselves.
Mesprit's known for teaching people the meaning of sorrow and will wipe away a person's emotions upon contact. Uxie is prone to attack anyone that dares to threaten its friends by creating illusions that could scare many people. As for Azelf, it can manipulate and take control of anyone it wishes, wiping away any willpower that person may have.
2 The Creation Trio Are Pokémon That Are Violent With Magical Powers That Revolve Around Time & Space
When contemplating about the legendary Pokémon that can destroy the world, many fans will consider Palkia, Dialga, and Giratina as prime candidates because of the mythical powers they have at their disposal. Whether a trio or separately, these three legendary beasts will have a field day destroying anything and everything.
Palkia can travel and warp space to its liking, while Dialga can stop, distort, and speed up time whenever it wishes. Also, if Dialga dies, it'll bring time itself along with its demise. Giratina was a Pokémon Arceus banned from the Pokémon world because of its violent nature and prevent it from wreaking havoc across the universe.
1 Arceus Is The Creator Of The Pokémon Universe & Can Easily Destroy Everything It Created
As the Pokémon that created the entire Pokémon universe, many people will understand why Arceus can be the most dangerous Pokémon to come from this generation. Although Arceus created deities meant to keep Palkia and Dialga in check, it can go on a rampage if someone were to anger or betray its trust.
As shown in Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life, Arceus possesses plates for every Pokémon type that allows it to absorb the attacks of moves with that respective type. Arceus also has god-like feats that grant this mythical beast powers to create and destroy life and halt time without any issues.