boldore

Boldore is a Rock-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Rock

Abilities:

• Sturdy: Prevents being knocked out in one hit, even from full health.
• Weak Armor (Hidden Ability): Lowers Defense and raises Speed when hit by a physical move.

Physical Characteristics:

• Boldore is a boulder-like Pokémon with a rugged, rocky exterior.
• It predominantly sports a deep blue coloration with orange, crystal-like protrusions emerging from its body.
• The crystals are said to be a form of compressed energy.
• It has a squat, compact body with two strong legs and no visible arms, giving it a grounded and solid appearance.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Boldore is typically found in caves and mountainous regions, where it can blend with the rocky terrain.
• It is known to absorb solar energy, which it stores in its crystal-like formations.
• Its crystals glow brightly when it has accumulated enough energy, a sign of its power.
• It is often seen using its tough body to smash through obstacles in its path.

In Battle:

• Boldore is known for its robust defense and strong physical attacks.
• Its signature moves include Rock Slide and Power Gem, which take advantage of its Rock typing.
• It is effective against Flying, Bug, Fire, and Ice types, thanks to its Rock-based moves.
• However, it struggles against Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, and Steel types due to its weaknesses.

Evolution:

• Boldore evolves from Roggenrola starting at level 25.
• It evolves into Gigalith when traded, which enhances its power and size.

Interesting Facts:

• Boldore's energy crystals are said to be a valuable source of energy, often sought after by miners and researchers.
• It is known for its ability to detect underground water sources, making it a useful companion in dry, rocky areas.
• The energy within Boldore's crystals is sometimes harnessed to power machinery in its native regions.
• Boldore's design is inspired by geological formations and the concept of energy crystallization.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: When it overflows with power, the orange crystal on its body glows. It looks for underground water in caves.
• White: Because its energy was too great to be contained, the energy leaked and formed orange crystals.
• Black-2: When it is healthy, its core sticks out. Always facing the same way, it swiftly moves front to back and left to right.
• White-2: When it is healthy, its core sticks out. Always facing the same way, it swiftly moves front to back and left to right.
• X: Because its energy was too great to be contained, the energy leaked and formed orange crystals.
• Y: When it is healthy, its core sticks out. Always facing the same way, it swiftly moves front to back and left to right.
• Omega-Ruby: Because its energy was too great to be contained, the energy leaked and formed orange crystals.
• Alpha-Sapphire: When it is healthy, its core sticks out. Always facing the same way, it swiftly moves front to back and left to right.
• Sun: Its orange crystal is a mass of energy. Just one crystal fragment would provide enough fuel for a hundred dump trucks.
• Moon: It explores caves in search of underground water. It’s not comfortable around water, so this Pokémon takes great care in lapping it up.
• Ultra-Sun: The energy overflowing from its body has turned into orange crystals that are hard enough to smash diamonds.
• Ultra-Moon: Its orange crystals are lumps of powerful energy. They’re valuable, so Boldore is sometimes targeted for them.
• Sword: If you see its orange crystals start to glow, be wary. It’s about to fire off bursts of energy.
• Shield: It relies on sound in order to monitor what’s in its vicinity. When angered, it will attack without ever changing the direction it’s facing.

525 National

31 Original-Unova

69 Updated-Unova

41 Conquest-Gallery

121 Kalos-Coastal

99 Original-Alola

99 Original-Melemele

49 Original-Poni

121 Updated-Alola

121 Updated-Melemele

61 Updated-Poni

169 Galar

155 Isle-Of-Armor