Card 199Scarlet Violet Promos #199 Pokémon Card

Zarude is a formidable Dark/Grass-type Mythical Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII, specifically in the Galar region. Known as the "Rogue Monkey Pokémon," Zarude is characterized by its aggressive nature and its ability to swing through dense forests with incredible speed and agility. Its signature move, Jungle Healing, allows it to restore its own HP and that of its allies by wrapping itself in vines. Zarude does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon, making it a standalone legendary creature. In the games, Zarude plays a central role in the movie "Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle," where it adopts and raises a human child named Koko, showcasing a surprising softer side beneath its rough exterior. Its dual typing gives it unique advantages and disadvantages in battle, being weak to Fire, Ice, Flying, Poison, Fairy, and Fighting types, while resisting Water, Electric, Grass, Ground, and Dark attacks. Zarude’s design, featuring a powerful, monkey-like physique adorned with thorny vines, reflects its close connection to the jungle environment and its wild, untamed spirit.