Luvdisc (ラブカス,
Rabukasu?,
Lovecus in original
Japanese language versions) is one of the 493
fictional species of Pokémon from the
Pokémon Franchise – a series of
video games,
anime,
manga,
books,
trading cards and other media created by
Satoshi Tajiri.
Luvdisc was introduced in the third generation. The purpose of Luvdisc in the games, anime and manga, as with all other Pokémon, is to battle both wild Pokémon, untamed creatures encountered while the player passes through various environments, and tamed Pokémon owned by Pokémon trainers. Its name is a combination of
love and
discus.
Luvdisc resembles a small pink fish-like creature resembling a valentine, making it a symbol of love and romance. It is said that any couple meeting this Pokémon is promised a loving relationship that never ends. Also supporting its love-oriented image is its habit of following loving couples swimming in the ocean. It is based on a
discus fish.
Luvdisc lives on masses in shallow seas in the tropics. Luvdisc nests in both coral reefs and the branches of the coral-like
Corsola Pokémon. During the spawning season, countless Luvdisc congregate at coral reefs, turning the waters pink.
Luvdisc are said to shoot water at other luvdisc to show a sign of love.
It is a long held custom to give a Luvdisc to someone to express feelings of love.