Barbaracle Mega is a dual Water/Rock-type Pokémon and the Mega Evolution of Barbaracle.
Type: Water / Rock
Abilities:
- Tough Claws: Boosts the power of moves that make direct contact
- (Concept) Some depictions keep Barbaracle’s usual abilities prior to Mega evolution
Physical Characteristics:
- Bulkier, jagged rock plates with coral-like spikes
- Central “hand-head” becomes larger with pronounced horn-like ridges
- Additional barnacle arms sprout from shoulders and forearms
- Orange limb bands darken; palms’ eyes glow when powered up
Behavior and Habitat:
- Clings to cliff faces in storm-battered coastal zones
- Highly territorial; coordinates with its own limbs like a small colony
- Uses multiple arms to harry foes and control battlefield positioning
- Remains active during rough tides and heavy surf
In Battle:
- Physical attacker with strong setup options
- Signature moves: Shell Smash, Stone Edge, Liquidation
- Strong against Fire, Ice, and Flying types
- Weak against Grass, Electric, Fighting, and Ground types
Evolution:
- Evolves from Binacle at level 39 (into Barbaracle)
- Mega Evolves into Barbaracle Mega when holding a Mega Stone (e.g., “Barbaracite”)
Interesting Facts:
- Theme emphasizes many limbs acting in concert—like a living reef
- The “hand-head” directs the other arms, enabling multi-angle strikes
- Design draws inspiration from barnacles, coral, and storm-swept rock formations