Galarian Ponyta is a Pokémon Shield exclusive

Ponyta apparently absorbs life energy and stores it in her glistening mane

Well the Pokémon Company released new details on the “Unicorn Horn Pokémon” Fans spotted its glistening mane multiple times during the 24-hour stream. The developer also confirmed that Galarian Ponyta is a Shield exclusive — it’s certainly not going to be easy to choose between Sirfetch’d, a Sword exclusive, and this pastel masterpiece.

Two abilities listed for Galarian Ponyta are “Pastel Veil” and “Run Away,” which explains why she was so secretive on screen. The Pokémon Company described Pastel Veil as an ability that “prevents the Pokémon and its allies from becoming poisoned.” Pastel Veil can also cure poisoned Pokémon from its ailment when it joins a battle.