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Trevenant, the Elder Tree Pokémon, is a Ghost/Grass type introduced in Generation VI. It evolves from Phantump when traded, embodying the spirits of children lost in the forest. According to Pokédex entries, Trevenant controls trees in the forest using its roots as a nervous system, and it is known to be kind to the Pokémon that reside within its domain. Its eerie appearance, with a single red eye and gnarled, shadowy wood, belies a protective nature. Trevenant often appears in dense, ancient forests, acting as a guardian against those who would harm the natural ecosystem. In the games, it's a formidable opponent with good defensive stats and access to status-inflicting moves. In the anime, it often features in episodes highlighting forest preservation or mysterious occurrences. Its unique typing provides interesting matchups, being strong against Water, Ground, and Rock types, but weak to Fire, Flying, Ice, Ghost, and Dark types. Its cultural significance lies in its connection to folklore about haunted forests and the spirits of nature.