Dragonite

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Dragonite (original: 快龙)
Alias(es)	Formerly Dratini and Dragonair; informally called “Fatty”
Species/Race	Dragonite; a pseudo-legendary Pokémon
Type	Dragon / Flying
Gender	Male
Ability	Multiscale
Affiliation	Jing He’s team; formerly lived in the Dragon Sanctuary
Occupation/Role	Jing He’s primary Dragon-type battler, aerial mount, and “Dragon Knight” partner with Tinkaton
Status	Active 814
First Appearance	As Dratini: 150; as Dragonite: 330

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Dratini	150	The youngest child of the Dragon Sanctuary’s guardian Dragonite. Already knew an unusually broad move pool, including Water Cannon, Thunderbolt, Icy Wind, and Extreme Speed.
Dragonair	206	Evolved after accumulated Dragon-type energy, training resources, and its bond with Jing He. Demonstrated aerial movement and Dragon Dance immediately after evolving.
Dragonite	330	Evolved while refusing to yield during a progress test against its father. Learned Outrage and, with Jing He’s Aura support, combined it with Extreme Speed to draw against the sanctuary guardian.
Dragon Ascent user	690	Applied Rayquaza’s teachings and the Dragon Ascent scroll to defeat Regidrago inside the Split-Decision Ruins.
Terastallization — Tera Dragon	758	Used Tera Dragon against Hassaku’s Baxcalibur, reducing the danger of its Ice-type attacks and contributing to Dragonite’s victory despite its usual quadruple Ice weakness.
Mega Dragonite	794	Mega Evolved during Jing He’s Masters Tournament match against Geeta. The form does not require a Mega Stone and was regarded as possessing Legendary-level strength.

Background

Dragonite was born as a Dratini in Blackthorn City’s Dragon Sanctuary, where its father served as the sanctuary’s guardian. It idolized its father as an invincible protector and developed an intense desire to become strong enough to challenge him. Even as a Dratini, it was strong-willed enough to face the rampaging Red Gyarados without fear. 150

After observing Jing He and his team, Dratini chose to challenge Ice Vulpix and was successfully captured by Jing He. Jing He planned to train it as a dual attacker, taking advantage of its broad movepool rather than limiting it to physical attacks. 152 153

Dratini evolved into Dragonair on a beach after becoming troubled by the idea that it was Jing He’s weakest and least useful partner. Its evolution was unusually brilliant due to its accumulated power and deep bond with Jing He; as Dragonair, it could fly and perform Dragon Dance in the air. 206

Upon returning to the Dragon Sanctuary, Dragonair underwent the sanctuary’s traditional progress test against its father. Refusing to accept defeat, it evolved into Dragonite and fought beside Jing He. The guardian ultimately recognized its growth, gifted it a Dragon Fang, and encouraged it to leave the sanctuary to continue its journey. 330 331

Appearance

Dragonite is a large, upright Dragon/Flying-type Pokémon with orange-yellow scales, a rounded belly, short arms, and small back wings. It grew notably larger after evolving, eventually standing close to three meters tall. 330 507

• Broad, sturdy build with a notably round belly.
• Orange-yellow scales that are described as shiny in battle. 570
• Small wings that nevertheless support highly agile, high-speed flight.
• Usually wears protective flying gear when carrying Jing He or passengers. 385 507

Mega Dragonite

Mega Dragonite retains Dragonite’s general body shape but takes on features resembling Dragonair. 794

• Develops a pair of enormous white wings on its head.
• Gains a slimmer tail ending in a crystal orb.
• Its tail orb is associated with controlling weather and airflow.
• Its enlarged head wings greatly improve its aerial speed and maneuverability. 794 795

Personality

Dragonite has been determined to become strong since its Dratini days. It is particularly competitive against other Dragon-type Pokémon and is reluctant to lose to them regardless of type disadvantages or the opponent’s status. 150 427 505

Although battle-driven, it trusts Jing He completely. This trust allows it to respond to commands while using Outrage—normally a state that restricts a Pokémon’s actions—and to fight through confusion or loss of control with Jing He’s Aura support. 330 427 505

It also loves flying and needs to make regular flights to feel satisfied. Its appetite became exceptionally large after evolving, and it has expressed concern about gaining weight. 331 790

Abilities & Skills

Multiscale

Dragonite’s Multiscale greatly reduces damage while it is at full health, allowing it to withstand attacks that would otherwise be devastating. 331 505

• Blocked much of Shauntal’s Haxorus’s Dragon Claw while at full health. 505
• Is lost once Dragonite takes damage; Sableye’s Fake Out broke the effect at the start of their battle. 716
• Enables Dragonite to safely establish Dragon Dance or absorb an opening attack before retaliating.

Outrage Control

Dragonite can use Outrage without fully surrendering its mind to berserk rage when supported by Jing He’s Aura and their mutual trust. 330

• Combined Outrage with Extreme Speed against the sanctuary guardian Dragonite. 330
• Used Extreme Speed during Outrage to defeat Tobias’s Latios in a clash against Draco Meteor. 427
• Used Air Cutter and Dragon Rush while in an Outrage state against Shauntal’s Haxorus. 505
• Double Outrage is substantially harder to control and nearly caused it to go berserk. 442
• Outrage places a significant physical burden on Dragonite and cannot be used carelessly. 331

Aerial Mobility

Dragonite specializes in explosive aerial movement, combining Dragon Dance, Agility, and Extreme Speed to overwhelm opponents or evade attacks. 330

• Used Dragon Dance to raise its speed and power before striking with Extreme Speed.
• Its speed-focused Extreme Speed can trade speed for greater impact force. 330
• Won the Fortree Flying Race with Jing He aboard, earning the Feather Badge and a TM for Roost. 387
• Received flight training from Rayquaza, improving its speed and eventually laying the foundation for Dragon Ascent. 466 663

Dragon Ascent

Dragonite learned an abridged form of Rayquaza’s Dragon Ascent through Rayquaza’s teachings, a Dragon Ascent scroll, and the power it gained from Rayquaza-related items. 663 683

• Used Dragon Ascent repeatedly against Regidrago inside the collapsing Split-Decision Ruins. 690
• Its Dragon Ascent dramatically increases its offensive ceiling even without activating Outrage. 712
• Requires dangerous close-range diving attacks and was developed from Rayquaza’s far more advanced technique.

Move Coverage

Jing He trained Dragonite as a dual attacker with both physical and special techniques. 153

• Dragon-type: Dragon Rush, Dragon Pulse, Dragon Cheer, Outrage, and Dragon Ascent. 331 690 793
• Speed and physical: Extreme Speed, Aqua Tail, Ice Punch, and Dragon Dance. 330 369 800
• Special and elemental: Water Cannon, Thunderbolt, Icy Wind, Air Cutter, Hurricane, Blizzard, Thunder, and Aura Sphere. 150 279 793 794
• Its broad coverage lets it threaten targets that would normally resist Dragonite’s standard Dragon- and Flying-type attacks. 794

Mega Evolution

Dragonite can Mega Evolve despite no Mega Stone being known for its species. Its transformation was made possible by its connection to Rayquaza, including a fragment of Rayquaza’s grass-green orb and its acquired Dragon Ascent traits. 790 794

• Mega Evolution is activated through Jing He’s Key Stone and Aura connection. 790 794
• The form was powerful enough for observers to identify it as Legendary-level. 794
• Mega Dragonite defeated Geeta’s Terastallized Bisharp and helped secure Jing He’s 6–1 victory. 795

Equipment / Items

• Luxury Ball — Dragonite’s regular Poké Ball. 570
• Dragon Fang — Given by its father after Dragonite’s evolution and sanctuary trial. 331
• Protective flying gear — Purchased for the Flying Race and modified by Tinkaton and Charcadet for safer, easier installation. 385
• Dragon Ascent scroll — A Rayquaza-related inheritance that supported its development of Dragon Ascent. 663 683
• Fragment of Rayquaza’s grass-green orb — Swallowed by Dragonite; strengthened its connection to Mega Evolution. 790

Relationships

• Jing He — Trainer and closest partner. Jing He’s Aura, confidence, and commands allow Dragonite to maintain clarity during Outrage and fight beyond normal limits. 330 427 505
• Sanctuary Dragonite — Father and former guardian of the Dragon Sanctuary. Tested Dragonite’s growth, taught it aspects of Outrage control, gave it a Dragon Fang, and sent it out to explore the world. 150 330 331
• Rayquaza — Flight mentor and source of Dragonite’s Dragon Ascent and Mega Evolution potential. Rayquaza provided guidance, an orb fragment, and confirmation that Dragonite could Mega Evolve. 466 790
• Tinkaton — Teammate and “Dragon Knight” partner. Tinkaton modified Dragonite’s flying gear, and the two are considered a particularly dangerous combination against Dragon-types. 385 442
• Latios — Respected Dragon-type opponent. Dragonite fought Latios without fear and defeated it by combining Outrage with Extreme Speed. 427
• Gengar — Teammate that encouraged Dragonite’s evolution and frequently supports Jing He’s plans alongside it. 330 331

Story Role / Major Arcs

Arc / Event	Dragonite’s Role
Dragon Sanctuary	Began as the guardian Dragonite’s youngest Dratini child, then chose Jing He as its trainer after challenging Ice Vulpix. 150 152
Evolutions	Evolved into Dragonair through its bond with Jing He, then into Dragonite during its father’s progress test. 206 330
Tobias battle	Defeated Tobias’s Latios by meeting Draco Meteor with Outrage and Extreme Speed. 427
Twinleaf Academy lesson	Demonstrated its abnormal Outrage control against Shauntal’s Haxorus, using Air Cutter and Dragon Rush while enraged. 505
Split-Decision Ruins	Fought and defeated Regidrago, awakening its effective use of Dragon Ascent. 690
Masters Tournament	Overcame Hassaku’s Ice-type Baxcalibur through Tera Dragon, then revealed Mega Dragonite against Geeta and defeated her Bisharp. 758 794 795

Trivia

• Dragonite’s initial Pokédex entry listed its condition as “Excellent,” with the note that it would be “Overnourished” if the display allowed it. 150
• It had unusually poor luck as a Dratini, but later became known for extraordinary battle luck. 206 800
• Dragonite is normally quadruple weak to Ice-type attacks, yet still volunteered to battle Hassaku’s Baxcalibur and won after Terastallizing into a Dragon type. 758
• It is considered one of the most comfortable flying Pokémon for Jing He to ride. 331