What happened to Fairy type Pokémon?

The Fairy type Pokémon were not entirely discontinued, but their representation in the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) changed significantly with the introduction of the Sword & Shield expansion, where they are now grouped under the Psychic type instead. This change was part of a larger rebalancing effort in the game, affecting weakness and resistance mechanics, although the Fairy type still exists in the main series video games.

Introduction to the Fairy Type

History of the Fairy Type

The Fairy type was introduced in Generation VI of the Pokémon series, with the goal of balancing the Dragon type, which was considered overpowered at the time.

Impact of the Fairy Type Removal

Effects on the Pokémon TCG

The removal of the Fairy type from the Pokémon TCG has significant implications for players who have Fairy-type Pokémon in their decks, as these Pokémon are now considered Psychic-type and may have different weaknesses and resistances.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What was the purpose of introducing the Fairy type? The introduction of the Fairy type was aimed at making Dragon types less powerful by making them vulnerable to Fairy-type attacks.
2. Why did the Pokémon TCG stop supporting Fairy types? The Fairy type was discontinued in the Pokémon TCG as part of a larger game rebalancing effort, with Fairy-type Pokémon now being represented as Psychic-type.
3. Do Fairy-type Pokémon still exist in the main series? Yes, Fairy-type Pokémon still exist in the main series video games, but they are no longer supported in the Pokémon TCG.
4. Which Pokémon changed to Fairy type when it was introduced? Several Pokémon, including Ralts, Kirlia, Gardevoir, Azurill, Marill, Azumarill, Mime Jr., Igglybuff, Jigglypuff, Wigglytuff, Snubbull, Granbull, Altaria, and Audino, were changed to Fairy type when it was introduced in Generation VI.
5. Is Clefairy a Fairy-type Pokémon? Clefairy has always been a Fairy-type Pokémon, although the Fairy type was not officially introduced until Generation VI.
6. Does Ash own any Fairy-type Pokémon? Ash has owned a Fairy-type Pokémon, specifically Mimey, which is a Psychic/Fairy-type.
7. When did Ralts become a Fairy-type Pok��mon? Ralts, along with its evolutions Kirlia and Gardevoir, became Psychic/Fairy-type Pokémon with the introduction of the Fairy type in Generation VI.
8. Why is Audino not always a Fairy-type Pokémon? Audino is normally a Normal-type Pokémon but becomes a Normal/Fairy-type when it Mega Evolves.
9. Is Sylveon still a Fairy-type Pokémon? Yes, Sylveon is still a Fairy-type Pokémon and is often considered the mascot for the Fairy type.
10. Are there any Ghost/Normal-type Pokémon? Yes, Zorua and Zoroark from Pokémon Legends: Arceus are Normal/Ghost-type Pokémon.
11. What are some unused Pokémon types? Some unused Pokémon types include Ground/Fairy, Fire/Fairy, Normal/Steel, Bug/Dragon, Normal/Bug, and Ice/Poison.
12. Are all Fairy-type Pokémon female? No, not all Fairy-type Pokémon are female, although the Fairy type is often associated with feminine characteristics.
13. How many Fairy-type Pokémon exist? There are currently 77 different Pokémon that have the Fairy type, including unique forms and Mega Evolutions.
14. What is Ash’s Ghost-type Pokémon? Ash’s Ghost-type Pokémon is Gengar, which he caught during the Pokémon Journeys series.
15. Is there a Mega Fairy-type Pokémon? Yes, there are several Mega Fairy-type Pokémon, including Mega Gardevoir, Mega Altaria, Mega Mawile, and Mega Audino.