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title: 'Top 20 Most Breathtaking Legendary Pokémon Moments'
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# Top 20 Most Breathtaking Legendary Pokémon Moments

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## Summary

This video from WatchMojo counts down the top 20 most breathtaking moments involving legendary Pokémon in the anime and movies. It covers a range of iconic scenes, from captures and battles to emotional character arcs, highlighting the impact these powerful creatures have had on the franchise.

### Key Points

- **Goh Captures Suicune** [00:28] — Goh catches Suicune with a single Poké Ball, leaving Ash and viewers speechless. The moment is notable because Suicune chooses Goh as its trainer, emphasizing trust over domination.
- **Darkrai vs. Palkia and Dialga** [01:28] — In 'The Rise of Darkrai', Darkrai is initially seen as a villain but is revealed as the true hero, throwing itself between the attacks of Dialga and Palkia to save Alamos Town.
- **Yveltal's Devastating Power** [02:55] — Yveltal's debut in 'Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction' is immediate and brutal, petrifying everything with Oblivion Wing, creating a bleak atmosphere until Xerneas arrives.
- **Roy Captures Black Rayquaza** [04:13] — Roy earns Black Rayquaza's respect through a hard-fought battle, and the capture is based on mutual respect. Rayquaza immediately resumes its mission, showing it can't be contained.
- **Dahara City Battle** [05:30] — In 'Hoopa and the Clash of Ages', Hoopa Unbound summons multiple legendaries like Lugia, Rayquaza, and Latios for an all-out war in Dahara City, showcasing massive scale and spectacle.
- **Lugia vs. the Legendary Birds** [06:42] — In 'Pokémon 2000', Lugia charges into a three-on-one fight against Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres to restore balance, demonstrating its role as the Guardian of the Seas.
- **Ash Battles Tapu Koko** [07:57] — Ash's final battle in Alola against Tapu Koko features a spectacular Z-Move clash with Pikachu's 10 Million Volt Thunderbolt, culminating in Ash becoming the region's first champion.
- **Zygarde's Complete Form** [09:07] — Squishy and Z2 transform into Zygarde's 100% form, paying off an arc about trusting humanity, and using Core Enforcer to end Team Flare's crisis.
- **Mew vs. Mewtwo** [10:26] — The clash in 'The First Movie' is an ideological battle between creation and ambition, with Mew's playful spirit against Mewtwo's anger, culminating in Ash stepping between them.
- **Deoxys vs. Rayquaza** [11:41] — Rayquaza's point-blank Hyper Beam becomes the iconic image of its rivalry with Deoxys, a uniquely aggressive and intense sequence in 'Destiny Deoxys'.
- **Nebby's Evolution** [12:39] — Ash finds and cares for Cosmog, nicknamed Nebby, which evolves into Cosmoem and finally Solgaleo, reflecting Ash's own growth and connection to a legendary.
- **Entei vs. Charizard** [13:43] — In 'Spell of the Unown', Entei, created by Unown, battles Ash's Charizard. The fight nearly ends with Charizard's death before Molly intervenes.
- **Arceus' Fury** [14:56] — Arceus, betrayed by humans, awakens to seek vengeance. Dialga, Palkia, and Giratina are easily defeated, showing Arceus's godlike power.
- **Tobias's OP Victory** [16:17] — Tobias defeats Ash in the Sinnoh League using Darkrai and Latios, showcasing the overwhelming advantage of using legendary Pokémon in battles.
- **Terapagos Joins Liko** [17:26] — Liko's pendant is revealed to be Terapagos, which chooses to be captured by her, a rare event for a main character, based on their unbreakable bond.
- **Charizard Dominates Articuno** [18:41] — Ash's Charizard defeats Nolan's Articuno in the Battle Frontier, overcoming a type disadvantage with a Seismic Toss, proving its strength.
- **Groudon vs. Kyogre** [19:58] — The ancient rivalry between Groudon and Kyogre is reignited, with Team Aqua and Magma controlling them via orbs. The legendaries are freed and part as equals.
- **Latias Kisses Ash** [21:01] — In 'Pokémon Heroes', Latias, disguised as Bianca, gives Ash a goodbye kiss, leaving it ambiguous whether it was really Latias or Bianca.
- **Mewtwo's Awakening** [22:13] — Mewtwo, cloned from Mew, destroys the lab in a fit of rage, showcasing its immense psychic power and setting up its revenge plot.
- **Ho-Oh's Hopeful Encounter** [23:34] — Ash's first glimpse of Ho-Oh after his battle with the Spearow symbolizes hope and the vast unknown of the Pokémon world, with Ho-Oh seeing potential in Ash.

### Conclusion

The video celebrates the most memorable legendary Pokémon moments, highlighting their power, emotional depth, and impact on the franchise's storytelling.

## Transcript

The beast of the sea has been tamed. The fate of the world could not have been in better hands. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we're looking at the moments when legendary Pokémon absolutely took our breath away.
Number 20
Go Catch a Suicune Healing the Healer Love it or hate it this was one of the boldest swings Pokemon ever took Seeing Go catch a legendary Pokemon with a single Pokeball
was enough to leave Ben and Ash completely speechless What stops the moment from feeling like pure shock value though
is everything that follows Sweet Toon doesn't suddenly become a loyal partner or abandon its duty to protect nature Instead, it has to decide whether Goh is someone worthy of trust How'd you do it?
You'll feel better soon That choice ultimately makes the capture feel less like someone claiming a legendary, and more like a legendary choosing its trainer. Controversial? Absolutely. Memorable? Without question.
Number 19. Darkrai vs. Palkia and Dialga. Pokemon, The Rise of Darkrai. Darkrai spends most of the movie being treated like the villain. but the finale reveals it was the true hero all along.
As Dialga and Parthia's clash threatens to erase Alamo's town from existence, the outmatched mythical Pokemon refuses to back down.
Still relatively early into the series, fans got a taste of just how massive legendary Pokemon battles can get, as the town is completely at the mercy of its outcome. Despite facing two godlike opponents,
Darkrai throws itself between their devastating attacks, buying Ash and Dawn just enough time to play the discs and stop the battle. Even with a single appearance, this dark light wind spans hearts by portraying just the kind
of grit, determination and belief that the series is about.
Number 18, Evil Pearl Kills Everything. Pokemon the Movie, Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction. Evil Pearl's debut wastes absolutely no time establishing what kind of force has been unleashed.
There's no dramatic stage or prolonged build-up, just an immediate reminder that this legendary embodies destruction itself. Every Oblivion Wing leaves another victim petrified, and the fact that heroes, villains, and innocent
Pokemon all suffer the same fate makes the threat feel completely indiscriminate, even as his usual determination amounts to little against an opponent this overwhelming.
Tell me what's wrong For a franchise that rarely flirts With outright hopelessness Watching the cast gradually realize They can't stop Evil Toll Gives the entire sequence an unusually bleak atmosphere
Until Xenia's finally arrives to restore the balance No, Pikachu Number 17 Capturing Black Rayquaza Destiny of the Black Rayquaza
Roy always dreamed of earning Black Rayquaza's respect, but when the moment finally arrived, victory wasn't enough. Their battle pushes Roy, Skeledooge, and all to their absolute limits,
with every strategy and comeback feeling like a test of whether they'd truly grown since their first encounter.
After finally bringing the legendary down, Roy doesn't rush for capture. Instead, he quietly presents a Pokeball and rakes. Rayquaza's silent nod of approval says more than any words ever could.
The catch feels earned because it's built on mutual respect rather than domination, tapping off one of Pokemon Horizon's longest-running character arcs. Even after being caught, Rayquaza immediately resumes its mission, proving that some legendary
Pokemon can never truly be contained.
Number 16, Tahara City Battle. Pokemon the Movie, Hoopa, and the Clash of Ages. This wasn't just a legendary Pokemon battle, it was an all-out war.
Once Hooper Unbound starts pulling legendary after legendary for its rings, Dahara City becomes the backdrop for an incredible free-for-all featuring Lugia, Rayquaza, Latios, Latias, and several others.
The sheer scale is what makes the sequence so exhilarating, with attacks flying in every direction as reality itself begins to buckle under the strain. Even Rayquaza massive tornado barrier can keep the destruction contained forever construction can take forever
It's the kind of spectacle only a Pokemon movie could deliver, throwing an entire roster of fan favorite legendaries onto the battlefield at once without ever slowing the pace.
Number 15. Lugia vs. the Legendary. Pokemon the Movie 2000. Sometimes, a legendary has to remind everyone why it's a legendary.
As the elemental titans Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres spiral into an uncontrollable battle, Lugia arrives to do what no one else can and restore order.
The Great Guardian. The Guardian of the Seas finds itself hopelessly outnumbered, yet still charges headfirst into a three-on-one fight, weaving between devastating elemental attacks or refusing to back down.
With everything on the line, Lugia is battling to preserve the balance of the world itself. combined with its unforgettable theme
and the movie's massive sense of scale it was among the first instances where Pokemon fans realized that in this universe anything can be possible
Number 14, Ash battles Tapu Koko at full power, from Z to shining Z. Tapu Koko had challenged Ash ever since he first arrived in Alola, making this long-awaited rematch the perfect way to close out the series.
Even after an intense battle, the island guardian refuses to settle for anything less than both sides fighting at full strength, summoning the other Tapus to restore their Z power and revealing the mythical guardian of Alola.
It's awesome! Maybe the island guardians are letting us have some of their power! Ash answers with Pikachu's 10 million volt thunderbolt, creating one of anime's most spectacular Z-move clashes.
More importantly, it feels like the culmination of everything Ash learned throughout his island challenge. Alright, here we go! Let's go!
By overcoming Alola's Guardian at its absolute strongest, Ash proves he truly earned his place as the region's first champion.
Number 13, Zygarde's Complete Form, forming a more perfect union. After watching countless trainers and Pokemon refuse to give up against impossible odds, Quishi and Digu finally reach the same conclusion.
This world is worth protecting. Their transformation into Zygarde's complete form pays off an arc built around learning to trust humanity.
Towering over Teamplan's giant rock, the 100% form immediately shifts the tide of battle with blistering speed and overwhelming strength before unleashing the devastating Core Enforcer
to end the crisis once and for all. After building out to this moment the entire series, Pokemon pulled it off just as fans imagined.
It's a spectacular debut, made even better by the emotional journey that gives Zygarde every reason to finally stand alongside Ash and his allies. Bonnie, I only did what you have done for me all along.
It is I who should thank you. Number 12, Mew vs. Mewtwo, Pokemon the First Movie. For many fans, this still feels like the Avengers Endgame moment of the Pokemon series.
Long before movies became known for giant spectacles, Mew and Mewtwo delivered a clash that felt almost mythical. So Mewtwo was cloned from Mew, Ika, Zah.
Representing creation and scientific ambition, the two psychic types trade devastating attacks while effortlessly overwhelming everyone around them. But the real impact comes from what the battle means.
Mew fights with a playful spirit, while Mewtwo is driven by anger and a desperate need to prove its existence has value.
Every exchange reflects that ideological conflict just as much as their incredible power. By the time Ash steps between them, the fight has grown into something far bigger than two
legendary Pokemon settling its score. And it's time to bring the war to a...
Number 11. Deoxys vs Rayquaza. Pokemon Destiny Deoxys. Every great rivalry has a signature moment, and Rayquaza's point-blank Hyper Beam became the image of its battle with Deoxys. The attack lands with such force
that Deoxys is completely engulfed by the blast.
Even by legendary Pokemon standards, these sequence skills are unusually aggressive, giving their conflict a level of intensity rarely seen in the anime. Combined with the film's dynamic animation and explosive visuals,
the attack has become inseparable from Rayquaza itself. Mention Death to the Deoxys to long-time fans, and this is often the first scene that comes to mind Another Pokemon crossing into its territory has obviously threatened it Number 10 Nebby potential Oh I off
Oh, that's you. In the forest, Ash and Pikachu find a sleeping Cosmog, a light infantile legendary Pokemon left behind by the four guardian deities.
Ash promised in a dream to take care of Cosmog and he keeps his promise by taking Cosmog with him. The little cloud is nicknamed Nebby and eventually evolves into Cosmom under Ash's care.
Oh, he got smaller! He's like a cocoon or a chrysalis! So what just happened? He was a big, big bear, unable to determine who was who! When in a crisis, Ash appears before the four deities and they perform a ritual to unlock Nebby's full power.
as it evolves into Silcaleo, the cosmic lion legendary of Alola. Nevi was one of Ash's strongest connections to a legendary, and in a way it reflects his own growth, starting out small before finding its full potential as a powerhouse.
Number 9. Enda vs Charizard Created by a flock of unknown, Entei acts as the protector of a lonely little girl named Molly.
Unfortunately, its methods of making her happy are extremely misguided, like kidnapping Ash's mother, Delia. Of course, trying to confront Entei head-on is insane, but thankfully, an old friend arrives to give Ash a hand, his Charizard.
The two fire types are neck and neck, throwing fiery blasts back and forth from the air and the land.
The clash ends with Charizard pinned down by Entei, the volcano Pokemon ready to snap its opponent's neck. Thankfully, Molly rushes in to stop the fighting, but it makes us shudder to think how close to death Charizard was that day.
Number 8. Arceus' Fury You shall be brought to justice! Thousands of years ago, Arceus, the godlike Pokemon, was betrayed by humans, and vowed
vengeance when it next awakened. Eventually, it made good on its promise, its awakening triggering the events of the Rise of Darkrai and Giratina and the Sky Warrior.
Thus, during its rampage, Dialga, Palkia, and Giratina arrived to try and cool Arceus' Fury. Unfortunately even three mythical dragons are no match for the might of a god.
They throw everything they have at it and yet it barely even reacts, instead tossing the three dragons around with almost no effort. Thankfully the trio manages to buy our heroes time to fix everything, even though they'll be school in the morning
after a legendary beatdown.
Number 7, Tobias's OP victory. Star Rock Ice Beam, let's go! It's our ice beam and ice beam collision! Let's be honest, a few of us have tried to win the Pokemon League with a legendary at least once.
Ash gets a sample of this as he faces a trainer named Tobias in the Dino League. Right out of the gate, Tobias sends out a Darkrai to decimate most of Ash's team, only to finally be slain by Sceptile.
Darkrai is unable to battle! But just when you think the rest of the match will be smooth sailing, surprise! Tobias brings out a Lapios that obliterates the last of Ash's lineup, with only Pikachu able to hold his own.
In the end, Tobias is crowned the champion, having squashed Ash with two legendaries, which makes us wonder what other Pokemon he had up his sleeve.
Number 6. Pogogo When she was a child, Liko was given a mysterious pendant by her grandmother,
but it turns out to be more than just a pretty gem. In reality, the heirloom is the dormant form of Theravagos, an ancient Pokemon previously belonging to Lico's great-great grandparents, Lucius and Rastal.
This one looks like Terabagos here. Terabagos? The face is what gives it away. Well, a curious little Terrapin, it took a liking to Lico and did everything it could to protect it.
Eventually, Lico offered Terabagos a chance to be captured, Then it happily jumped at said chance, ending the nickname, Hagogo, in honor of its previous trainers. It's a rarity for a main character in the anime to capture a legendary only made possible by an unbreakable bond.
We're gonna be friends forever, Hagogo! Number 5, Charizard dominates Articuno
Articuno, counter with Ice Beam! Ash journey through the battle frontier has officially begun and his first match hits him against Nolan of the Battle Factory
The frontier brain had befriended an Articuno, the legendary Icebird, and sent it out as Ash's opponent. But our hero came prepared as well, with the almighty Charizard in his corner.
Despite its tight disadvantage, Articuno puts Charizard through the ringer with its speed and agility. The match is too close for comfort, but one good seismic toss is all Charizard needs to secure victory for its trainer.
Only a few can square up with a Legendary and come out on top, but we expect nothing less from one of Ash's most iconic Pokémon. him on. Our Deku-Dos are able to battle.
Therefore, our victor is Ash from Pallet Town. Oh, that's very nice. Number four, Elemental Throwdown.
In ancient times, Grotan and Kyogre clashed in a never-ending rivalry. Years later, Ash and friends find themselves caught in the middle of these titans conflict thanks to the meddling from team aqua and magma. Both teams are controlling
their respective legendaries with the red and blue orbs and pikachu is possessed by the blue orb forcing it to assist rowden in the scuffle. After Groudon lands a devastating blow, the Orbs leave their host,
bring the Pokemon from their control, and Kyogre rescues Ash and Pikachu from drowning. Despite their ancient past, both legendaries part as equals, finally free of the orbs that made them puppets for Aqua and Mad Max 3.
Number 3, Bianca Kisses Ash. What do you think you're doing? We're just trying to prevent a fashion disaster. Well, this is no way to do it.
During his adventure in Altamare, Ash meets the brother and sister legendaries Lazios and Lazias. Throughout the film, Lazios is particularly friendly with Ash, and is shown to be able to shapeshift into a copy of her human friend, Bianca.
In the final scene, what looks like Bianca comes to say goodbye to Ash, and gives him a goodbye kiss.
Many have wondered whether it was really Bianca or Latias in his human disguise. It's pretty ambiguous, but given that this girl was seen without the real Bianca's white beret, it's safe to assume that Ash got a literal legendary kiss.
Apparently, Ash has a way with Latias, as he befriends another later in the show. Number 2 Mewtwo's Awakening
Using DNA from the mythical Mew a group of teen rocket scientists
successfully cloned one of the world's most powerful psychic Pokemon Mewtwo However, Mewtwo became frustrated over not knowing its true destiny and how these humans viewed it as just an experiment.
It lashed out its psychic powers on full display as it devastated the lab with a near-force and flick of the wrist. In the end, the lab was reduced to a burning crater, with all the scientists lost in the destruction.
This massacre was merely a prelude to Mewtwo's ultimate revenge plot until its rage could be quelled. Behold my powers. I am the strongest Pokemon in the world. Stronger even than you.
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Number 1. Ho-Oh's Hopeful Encounters Well, we beat him. Hmm? After a fierce battle with a flock of Spiro, Ash and Pikachu have finally settled their differences and become friends.
At that moment, Ash sees an enormous, majestic, big Pokemon flying in the sky. We know it now as the legendary Ho-Oh, but no data on the bird could be found at the time,
confirming just how vast and unknown the Pokemon world is. Ho-Oh still watches us. No, it watches our entire world. 300 years of watching?
Yes, it is clearly written in the legend of Ho-Oh. Additionally, legends claim that Ho-Oh abandoned humanity due to its many sins. It's appearing for Ash must mean that it sees potential in the young trainer that he has yet to find himself.
And this wouldn't be the last time that Ash encountered this majestic titan. Oh, look at that! It's home!
Are there any other legendary Pokemon moments that come to mind? Let us know in those comments below. © BF-WATCH TV 2021