Starmie

Starmie (/ˈstɑːrmiː/; Japanese: スターミー, Hepburn: Sutāmī) is a Pokémon species in Nintendo and Game Freak's Pokémon media franchise, and the evolved form of Staryu. First introduced in the video games Pokémon Red and Blue, it was designed by Ken Sugimori, and has appeared in multiple games in the series, including Pokémon Go and the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

Resembling two overlapped starfish with a jewel in its center, Starmie is classified as a Water- and Psychic-type Pokémon. In the franchise's fictional universe, Starmie is believed to have arrived from outer space and can transmit radio waves. A Starmie has been owned by the Gym Leader Misty in both the games and Pokémon: The Series; the latter is voiced by Rikako Aikawa. An additional form of Starmie, referred as Mega Starmie, was introduced in the 2025 video game Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

Following its debut, Starmie received positive reception for its good stats and competitive abilities, going on to win multiple tournaments. The fight against Misty's Starmie also received discussion due to its function as an early game challenge. However, its Mega Evolution was more divisively received due to its design, becoming a meme within the Pokémon community.