Absol are a fictional species of Pokémon in the Pokémon franchise that were first introduced in the video games Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire. Absol are Pokémon that can predict natural disasters, and due to their attempts at warning humans of said disasters, have been erroneously labeled as doom-bringers. Since its introduction, the Absol species has been well received by critics and fans, with most of the praise being toward its design.
