Rusted Shield

Rusted Shield is a unique hold item in the Pokémon series, specifically linked to the Galar region's Legendary Pokémon, Zamazenta. When held by Zamazenta, this item transforms it from its Hero of Many Battles form into its Crowned Shield form. In this enhanced form, Zamazenta gains the Steel typing in addition to its primary Fighting type and receives a significant boost in its base stats, most notably its Defense.

The item allows Zamazenta to automatically learn the signature move Behemoth Bash, a powerful Steel-type move that deals double damage to Dynamaxed targets. This move highlights Zamazenta’s role as one of the game's protectors against Dynamax threats.

Rusted Shield is an item deeply embedded in the lore of the Galar region. It's counterpart, the Rusted Sword, is similarly associated with Zacian, Zamazenta's counterpart. Together, these items allude to the legendary heroes who fought off the great calamity known as the

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