5 most popular Fairy-Type Pokemon

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Fairy-Type Pokemon were introduced to the game in generation 6 and have been quite popular since. These characters have an incredible immunity to the strong Dragon-Type characters. It is this immunity to the strong Dragon-Type characters, which makes them unique.

There are several such Pokemons—some more popular than others for reasons like design, moves, stats, and accessibility. Fairy-Type Pokemon's fan reception is reminiscent of the time new types of Gameboy (gold and silver) colors were introduced.

5 most popular Fairy-Type Pokemon

#5 - Sylveon

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The ever-popular Eeveeloution Sylveon is widely enjoyed for its flowing ribbons and bright pink overalls. Sylveon featured prominently in the Pokemon X and Y anime and some movies. This pink Pokemon is also popular for its shiny form. Sylveon is strong in competitive play. This makes the Pokemon useful and adorable. Sylveon has a high special attack stat that makes foes wary of this Fairy-Type.

#4 - Tapu Koko

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Tapu Koko is the island guardian and an incredibly popular Pokemon in the community. From being a reoccurring character in the anime to being incredibly strong in competitive play, Koko has a way of building a special bond with most trainers. This Pokemon boasts of high speed and a special attack stat. Koko was used often in VGC tournaments.

Being a popular Legendary character, this Pokemon was also featured in many promotional items. Koko is the first Alolan Diety introduced in the 7th generation anime. The color scheme and quirky movement of this character made it an instant fan-favorite.

#3 - Whimsicott

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Whimsicott is a wigged wonder of the Pokemon world. This Pokemon is actually bald under that massive cover of what looks like hair. The hair is actually cotton the Pokemon accumulated as a Cottonee. The hair of this Pokemon became a running gag in the anime. Whimsicott's popularity had dwindled. But recently, fans have been noticing this Pokemon and it even made an appearance in VGC 2020 and 2021. The statistics of this Fairy-Type Pokemon has skyrocketed.

#2 - Clefairy

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Clefairy was created to be a mascot of the Pokemon series. But this Pokemon became incredibly popular with fans and players. This Fairy-Type has become a meme and a cultural phenomenon since its introduction to the Pokemon universe. Its cuteness also helps add to its popularity. Most trainers feel lucky to come across one.

#1 - Gardevoir

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Gardevoir is the most popular Fairy-Type Pokemon. It is also a strong character. Highly coveted in every franchise, Gardevoir has a strong deck in TCG and has more than once been to the finals of the VGC World Championship.

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