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A [[Sub-Trope]] of [[Mon]] series and stories, a [['''Mon Machine]]''' is a magical or technological device that can interact with a [[Mon]] in a variety of different ways. Most frequently this is establishing the initial bond between the Mon and its owner/user. However, a Mon Machine can instead provide support or enhancement for an already-bonded creature. In rare cases, they can give their ''user'' one or more superpower(s) instead of the Mon -- and in these cases, this can result in [[All Your Powers Combined]] or even a [[Yin-Yang Bomb]].

* ''[[Pokémon]]'' has theits various types of Poké Balls, which are spherical capsules that Trainers use to capture and (usually) befriend wild Pokémon.

* Digivices, from theThe ''[[Digimon]]'' franchise, carrieshas various Digivices that carry the function of empowering a Tamer's Digimon partner through Digivolution.

** The Digivice 01, from ''[[Digimon Adventure]] V-tamer 01'', acts as an analyzer, can transmit data of food and medicinal herbs, and; whenwith two 'hits' each, they can have two Digimon DNA DigivolutionDigivolutions.

** Digivices, from ''[[Digimon Adventure]]'', takeDigivices draw from the emotional energy of their Tamers to makeDigivolve their respective partners to Digivolve. Higher stages of Digivolution can be accessed when workedused in unison with a Crest.; Otherthe functionsDigivices arecan a built-in clock and canalso track the signal of other Digivices. They can also, purify Digimon under the influence of the Black Gears' corruption. The device can also be used to, travel tobetween the Digital World and the real one, and come with a built-in clock.

** AThe D3, from ''[[Digimon Adventure]] 02'', was created in order to circumvent the Digimon Emperor's inhibition of Digivolution. The method of the bypass isby working in tandem with D-Terminals, which stores Digi-Eggs (or Digimentals) for Armor Evolutions. They are also capable of DNA Digivolution when used with another Tamer's D3., Theyand arecan also able to open a gateway called Digi-Ports to bypass the barrier created by the Crests.

** The D-Powers, fromof ''[[Digimon Tamers]]'', arewere created when a Blue Card swipes a card reader or given to Tamers by DigiGnomes. The tool can use Digi-Modify by havingswiping a card swiped from the Digimon card game in order to give their partners temporary customization. A D-Power can Digivolve a Digimon to Champion level from exposure to Calumon's power or a Digivolution Card.; Furtherfurther evolution is made by swiping a Blue Card to reach Ultimate, which can later fuse with their Digimon in order to reach Mega. It can also analyze nearby Digimon while also carrying a radar function.

** Fusion Loader (Xros Loader in the Japanese version), from ''[[Digimon Xros Wars|Digimon Fusion]]'', is a device that allows a human to DigiFuse Digimon. It takes two or more Digimon to Digifuse which takes the main Digimon into a new form like a body part or weapon. It can also store multiple units of Digimon and can use DigiMemories, which uses a move from a legendary digital monster.

*In the same vein as the anime, ''[[Pokémon]]'' video games use the Poké Balls for the same purpose., Althoughwith onedifferent oftypes theusually mainimpacting differencescatch isrates thatin thesome manner. The Luxury Ball raisesis yourparticularly noteworthy for raising the friendship level withof whateverthe you usedPokemon it onwas atused to catch a faster rate thancompared theto conventionalother Poké Balls.

** Capture Stylers (as pictured above,) from the ''Pokemon[[Pokémon Ranger]]'' spin-off, thatare used by Pokemon Rangers use to temporarily gain assistance from wild Pokemon toby guiding the Capture Disc. The Disc trails a beam that tames the wild Pokemon, either to clear an environmental obstacle or to lend its elemental power to help tame another Pokémon. It uses the Capture Disc that trails a beam to transmit friendship to tame a wild pokemon.

** A Key Stone and a Mega Stone, from ''X'' and ''Y'', are used together for Mega Evolution, which allows certain species of Pokémon to assume a stronger form when athe Mega Stone they are holding [[Power of Friendship|resonates with the Key Stone that their Trainer has]]. Most accessories that have the Key Stone embedded are a form of jewelry with the name 'Mega'. before it such as(e.g. Mega Ring, Mega Glove, Mega Charm, etc.)

** AThe Z-Ring from ''Sun'' and ''Moon'' allows TrainerTrainers and their Pokemon to gather Z-Power toand use [[Limit Break|Z-Moves]]. The bracelet is made by refindingrefining a Sparkling Stone, and the user can slot in a Z-Crystal along with others is not in use. It's also capable of inducing Mega Evolution when a [[Applied Phlebotinum|Key Stone]] is inserted, much like a Mega Ring.

* The Legatus, from ''[[Astral Chain]]'', is the device that connects a Neuron Officer, which is ana officermember inof an elite police task force, and a Legion, which is a Chimera that has been turned into a living weapon. It works by mentally links them to fight together in unison by binding them with a chain composed of energy. Neuron Officers generally use the Legion to ward off extradimensional threats caused by the Chimeras in addition to regular policing. And it's said that having a strong bond with your Legion makes it more obedient...or less likely to kill you out of revenge.

* A COMP from ''[[Shin Megami Tensei]]'' carries the Demon Summoning Program designed by Stephen. The portable computer allows the protagonist to communicate with, contract, and summon demons.

** COMPs (short for Communication Players) from ''[[Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor]]'', which bears a resemblance to a Nintendo DS (or Nintendo 3DS in the remake). Advertised as a gaming console where web browsing, email, and international online gaming is possible. Thanks to the Demon Summoning Program developed by the protagonist's cousin is used to survive the Tokyo Lockdown. It also carries the secondary program called the Harmonizer which make attacks from Human effective against demons while decreasing damage. When first initiated, a demon will emerge with strength equal to the user. Demons can be obtained through an online auction by using Macca. If the power of the COMP runs out or broken, then the demon contract is nulled, and the Harmonizer off leaves a vulnerability to the monsters.

** The [[Adaptive Armor|DEMONICA]] (short for DEMOuntable Next Integrated Capability Armor), from ''[[Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey]]'', is a form of adaptive [[Power Armor]] that's been installedequipped with the Demon Summoning Program. The armor's aptitude bases on the user's personality and improves performance through combat. It is made to survive the environment of the Schwarwelt and carries different functions such as detecting invisible enemies and doors. While also being able to do what other devices in the series can do, it can also use Sub-Apps. These are programs with different functions such as changing awards from battle, summoned demon's skill growth, and can detect different map details.

*** Hunter-VG is the next form of technology that has upgraded features where it can store EM Wave Beings known as WizardWizards. It has the same features from the other devices in the series except for how Wizards can be used. There is a function called a Wizard Slot that can take in a Wizard Adapter to install a [[Mon|Wizard]] into the machine. Wizards can be used to Pulse-In devices or the Wave World while also being able to combat viruses. Other EM Wave beings can also become Wizards once they are installed with the data. It also carries the feature of Transcoding, which allows the user to Wave Change by saying their Transcode and codename.

* Kinship Stones, from ''[[Monster Hunter]] Stories'', allow Riders to connect with monsters. They bond with a monster when they are an egg and hatch when the Rider wishes to bond with one. Monsters that are bonded to Riders are stronger than the more wild members of their species.

** The CosmolinCosmolink, from ''Spectrobes: Origins'', are used wherein the Kaio Systems a Spectrobes Master needs to use with a bond another person to power. It functions much like the Prizmod, but the 'co-master' can also interact with the Spectrobes. It also has a weapon module for the two people to uses such as swords, axes, lances, and blasters.

* Battleclaws, from ''[[BattleClaw]]'', are energy grappling claws used in a sport called... [[Exactly What It Says on the Tin|Battleclaw]]. They are used to capture creatures based on the Wu Xing elements called Jinlins., Whenand combiningcan combine two of them into a dual -elemental monster to battlerbattle other Battleclaw players.

* Duel Gauntlets, from ''[[Kaijudo (animation)|Kaijudo: Rise of the Duel Masters]]'', are gauntlets used by Duel Masters. They channel mana from the user can be eitherto summon a Creature or cast a spell.

* Blasters ,from ''[[Slugterra]]'', are gun-like machines that can launch Slugs. It uses the energy from Slugs, and when it launches them at 100 mph, it can transform into a more powerful version of itself.

* Amulet, from ''[[Huntik: Secrets & Seekers]]'', arehas mediumsamulets, thatwhich contain Titans and come in the form of jewelry. A Seeker can summon a Titan once they have bonded with it. Depending on the personality of the Seeker, they can be summoned easily or longer based on the bond made between the two.