Meet a Pokémon legend with free Arceus coloring pages for kids. This collection of 25 detailed pages allows Pokémon fans of all ages to celebrate this incredible character.
Arceus was introduced in the Gen 4 Pokémon games, Diamond and Pearl. It’s not a Pokémon like all others, though, as Arceus is special.
Arceus is said to be the creator of the Pokémon world and is also one of, if not the, strongest Pokémon in the series.
They are always a powerful force to be reckoned with, and they were the namesake of the popular Pokémon Legends: Arceus game from 2022.
This collection is a celebration of Arceus, featuring it in some incredible poses. You’ll also get to see other legendary Pokémon like Palkia.
There are also some interesting facts and statistics for you to discover as you work through the collection.
25 Free Arceus Coloring Pages To Print And Color
1. Arceus Changing Forms Coloring PDF
One of the most unique abilities of Arceus is that it can change forms, as we see in this scene. It can be paired with special plates that change its type, such as a flame plate, making it a fire-type. Which type will you choose for Arceus?
2. Arceus Changing Into Water Type
Using a water plate, Access transforms into a water-type Pokémon. You can use blue color highlights to show this, unless you wish to choose a different type.
3. Arceus Rearing
Arceus has a unique design that’s somewhat reminiscent of a horse crossed with a dragon. Here, we can see it rearing like a horse, and it looks majestic!
4. Arceus Facing Palkia
This dramatic scene shows Acreus facing off against Palkia, one of the Creation Trio Pokémon. It’s not just another Pokémon battle, though, as it has extra significance. Arceus created Palkia and the other two Creation Trio Pokémon while creating the universe, so it’s quite something to see them up against each other.
5. Arceus Floating Above Mountain Peaks
There’s something extraordinary about Arceus, and it makes sense given its significance to the Pokémon universe. That majesty and regality are captured beautifully here.
6. Arceus Floating In Divine Light
The divinity of Arceus is captured wonderfully here, and this pose just emphasises the power of this Pokémon. Arceus has the honor of not only being the master of the Creation Trio but also the Lake Guardians, making it the only Pokémon to head two legendary trios.
7. Arceus In A Battle Stance
Few Pokémon could take on Arceus in a battle, so I would hate to be the Pokémon taking it on in this scene!
8. Arceus In A Cosmic Background
Arceus is often associated with cosmic imagery, and you can portray that by using swirling colors like purple, pink, and blue in the background.
9. Arceus In A Heavenly Cloud Environment
There’s something heavenly about Arceus in this scene, and it makes sense given how important Arceus was to the creation of the Pokémon universe.
10. Arceus In A Temple With Ancient Symbols
There are so many myths and legends about Arceus, and you can sometimes find them written on the walls of ancient ruins. While it had appeared in previous games, Arceus finally got the spotlight in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. This made it the first Legendary Pokémon to be the mascot of a mainline game.
11. Arceus In Normal-Type Form
Here, you can see Arceus in its normal-type form. If you want to portray it in this type, you will keep Arceus white with some gold detailing.
12. Arceus At The Center Of A Galaxy
Arceus is so important to the Pokémon universe that it’s not unfeasible to suggest that it’s at the center of it all. That’s why it seems appropriate to see Arceus at the center of the galaxy as we do here.
13. Arceus Standing With Glowing Rings
When coloring the glowing rings around Arceus, you can use some bright paint, colored pens, or even some glitter to make them shine and glow!
14. Arceus Surrounded By Elemental Energy Rings
The elemental energy rings around Arceus look spectacular here, and they will look even more beautiful once you have added some bright and vibrant colors!
15. Arceus Surrounded By Mythical Energy Orbs Coloring Sheet
The mythical energy around Arceus is flowing, further suggesting its immense power. Did you know that the pronunciation of Arceus has varied over time? When first introduced, it was pronounced with a soft C sound, like Ar-see-us. In later iterations, it’s said with a hard C like Ar-kee-us.
16. Arceus Transforming Into Electric Type
With the right plate, Arceus can transform into an electric type, and that means you can add some yellow highlights to show this.
17. Arceus Transforming Into A Fire-Type
Things are heating up as Arceus is changing its form yet again, this time to a fire-type!
18. Arceus Using A Beam Of Light Attack
Arceus can harness the power of light to attack enemies, and you can portray that with the brightest colors and art tools you can find.
19. Arceus Using Judgment Attack
Arceus really is special, as it has its own signature move called Judgment. This move varies depending on the form that Arceus is in.
20. Arceus Using Power Against A Dark Sky
Using some dark colors for the background of this page will highlight the brightness of Arceus beautifully!
21. Arceus With Glowing Multicolored Aura
When coloring the aura around Arceus in this scene, I would recommend using as many colors as you can find!
22. Arceus With Sacred Plates
The sacred plates around Arceus have the power to change their type, and that means you can use multiple different colors for them.
23. Arceus With Symbols Around It
The symbols around Arceus will be quite a challenge to color, but it would be easier with some colored pens or pencils.
24. Arceus With Glowing Hooves
What a sight it is to see Arceus soaring through the sky! Which colors do you think would make this scene even more majestic?
25. Arceus With Time And Space Effects Coloring Page
Arceus has the ability to alter time and space itself, something you could witness firsthand in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. You could draw some different details from various eras of Pokémon to show this power. [block id=arceus-coloring-pages]Related to Arceus coloring pages:
After You Color Your Arceus Pages
- Draw one of the main protagonists from Pokémon Legends: Arceus alongside Arceus.
- Add the rest of the Creation Trio around Arceus, which would be Dialga, Palkia, and Giratina.
- Use some craft supplies like special paints, glitter glue, or stickers to add even more mystique to Arceus.