Here’s Which Fighting-Type Pokémon You Should Train Based on Your Zodiac Sign
When it comes to battling Pokémon, which fighting-type monster is the one for you?
Rather than sorting through dozens of fighting Pokémon to find your match, why not let your horoscope do the heavy lifting? Keep reading to find out which fighting-type Pokémon you should train based on your zodiac sign.
Aries (March 21 – April 19): Pancham
Aries are punchy and bold, and they'll find their perfect Pokémon partners in the equally daring Pancham. Aries can't stand dull moments, and they don't mind stirring the pot and causing a little drama from time to time. Pancham can totally relate, and its mischief-making nature will make the two lifelong friends.
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Taurus (April 20 – May 20): Hitmonchan
Reliable yet stubborn Taurus will find their match in the hard-working and strong-hearted Hitmonchan. You can always depend on a Taurus to get the job done, just like you can always count on a Hitmonchan to give it their all and never give up. Hitmonchan can also be just as headstrong as Taurus—but if both are on the same side of an issue, there won't be any problems.
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Gemini (May 21 – June 20): Gallade
Geminis are friendly and witty, but their minds can often be quite divided. Sometimes they can be extremely social, while other times they'd prefer to spend some quiet time alone. The dual psychic and fighting-type Pokémon Gallade can relate. In battle, it divides its time between physical and psychic offense, never settling down in any one area.
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Cancer (June 21 – July 22): Bewear
Cancers are the softies of the zodiac, so it follows that their Pokémon bestie would be big, cuddly and sympathetic. That Pokémon is Bewear, a friendly and colossal stuffed bear who loves to hug. Cancer will love having a lovable pal to vent to—but they'll have to teach Bewear to be gentle with its bear hugs.
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Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22): Hawlucha
Leos are born stars who love to be the center of attention, so they'll love pairing up with Hawlucha, a Pokémon who's as much a performer as it is a fighter. Hawlucha may be small, but its agility allows it to keep up with even the strongest Pokémon in a wrestling arena. They fight in a flashy style that's sure to put a smile on any Leo's face.
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Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22): Hitmonlee
Virgos are perfectionists who like to be in control of a situation, and with Hitmonlee as their partner, they'll never have to worry about that. Hitmonlee is known for always remaining balanced and steady no matter what life throws at it, which is exactly what Virgo needs to be at ease at all times.
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Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22): Meditite
Libras are keepers of the peace, valuing harmony and rest, so they'll get along swimmingly with the calm and collected Meditite. Meditite has both fighting and psychic types, but it manages to keep them in perfect balance through strong concentration and meditation. Together, Libra and Meditite can navigate confidently through even the toughest situation.
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Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21): Croagunk
Scorpios are known for being quite charming despite their independent and distrustful natures. It takes time and effort to earn their friendship, and they don't take that friendship lightly. Croagunk is in the same boat. It can be mysterious and funny, but doesn't make always make friends straight away. Kindred spirits will make Scorpio and Craogunk a fast match.
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Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21): Makuhita
Those born under the sign of Sagittarius are known for their optimism and love for challenges, as is the pudgy fighting Pokémon, Makuhita. Makuhita will be up for any adventures Sagittarius puts them on and won't complain, even when the journey gets hard and tedious. The two will motivate and inspire one another until the end.
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Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19): Machoke
Capricorns pride themselves on their ambition and discipline, so they require a Pokémon sidekick who'll be able to keep up. The diligent Machoke is just that Pokémon, as it's willing to work as hard physically as Capricorn is mentally. Together, these two will become an unstoppable force.
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Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18): Mienshao
Those born under the sign of Aquarius are known for their open-mindedness and curiosity, so they'll love learning all there is to know from the martial arts-practicing Mienshao. This Pokémon focuses on its mind, body and spirit to become a more whole being, and Aquarius will love soaking in this knowledge and applying it to their own life.
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Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20): Riolu
Pisces are imaginative, artistic and all about self-expression, much like the aura Pokémon, Riolu. Riolu is able to read and interpret the emotions of others, seeing them as visible waves. It can also use these waves to communicate with both people and Pokémon. Together, Pisces and Riolu could create beautiful art that conveys feeling in a way that's never been seen before.
(Pokémon the Series: Diamond & Pearl via The Pokémon Company)
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