The Pokemon franchise has an incredible roster of creatures, many of them taking inspiration from various aspects of the real world. Some Pokemon designs are incredibly striking to fans, whether they are based on mythological figures or common animals on Earth, each one stands out for one reason or another. One archetype of Pokemon that draws interest are ones based on fossils, where these set of creatures that can only be revived when players find a fossil key item. These allow for unique prehistoric-themed Pokemon inspired by primitive wildlife.