Wobbuffet

Wobbuffet (/ˈwɑːbəfɛt/), known in Japan as Sonans (Japanese: ソーナンス), is a Pokémon species in Nintendo and Game Freak's Pokémon media franchise, and the evolved form of Wynaut. First introduced in the 1999 video games Pokémon Gold and Silver, it has since appeared in multiple games including Pokémon Go and the Pokémon Trading Card Game, as well as different pieces of merchandise. Wobbuffet is a major recurring character in the Pokémon TV series, belonging to the Team Rocket member Jessie, and has become the official fourth member of the group.

Classified as a Psychic-type Pokémon, featuring a blue body with a black tail. It is a primarily reactive Pokémon, able to do damage only in reaction to being attacked. It also prevents other Pokémon from fleeing battle due to an ability, which has resulted in their use in competitive Pokémon play becoming contentious. Its design is said to be based on a okiagari-koboshi doll, and its Japanese name is based on the rakugo comedian Sanpei Hayashiya I's catchphrase, "sō nansu, okusan". It has been generally well received, with praise given to its efficacy in combat and design. Its TV series appearance was particularly praised, with critics attributing its popularity to this appearance.