doublade

Doublade is a Steel/Ghost-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VI.

Type: Steel/Ghost

Abilities:

• No Guard: Ensures attacks by or against Doublade never miss.
• Hidden Ability - None

Physical Characteristics:

• Doublade is composed of two sword-like entities connected by a purple, cloth-like material.
• Each sword has an elaborate, ornate handguard resembling a cross and a single eye in the center.
• The blades are sharp and metallic silver, with intricate designs etched into them.
• The cloth is believed to control the swords and is often seen waving or wrapping around their opponents.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Doublade is typically found in ancient castles or abandoned areas where the presence of spirits is high.
• It is known to be highly loyal to its trainer, using its dual blades to protect them.
• Doublade communicates and operates by synchronizing the movements of its two swords, demonstrating a high level of coordination.
• It is often considered a guardian, watching over treasures or areas with significant historical value.

In Battle:

• Doublade is a formidable defensive Pokémon with high physical defense stats, making it a resilient opponent in battle.
• Known for moves like Sacred Sword, Shadow Sneak, and Iron Head.
• It is particularly strong against Fairy and Psychic types due to its Steel and Ghost typing.
• Vulnerable to Fire, Dark, Ground, and Ghost-type moves.
• Its ability, No Guard, allows it to use moves like Dynamic Punch and Iron Head with perfect accuracy.

Evolution:

• Doublade evolves from Honedge at level 35.
• Evolves into Aegislash when exposed to a Dusk Stone.

Interesting Facts:

• Doublade is inspired by the concept of cursed swords in folklore, embodying the idea of spirits inhabiting inanimate objects.
• The synchronization of its swords symbolizes the importance of harmony and balance, often likened to dual-wielding techniques in swordsmanship.
• Doublade's name is a combination of "double" and "blade," reflecting its dual sword form and ghostly nature.
• Its evolution line explores themes of knights and armaments, with Aegislash being the ultimate form, representing a complete set of armor and weaponry.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• X: When Honedge evolves, it divides into two swords, which cooperate via telepathy to coordinate attacks and slash their enemies to ribbons.
• Y: The complex attack patterns of its two swords are unstoppable, even for an opponent greatly accomplished at swordplay.
• Omega-Ruby: When Honedge evolves, it divides into two swords, which cooperate via telepathy to coordinate attacks and slash their enemies to ribbons.
• Alpha-Sapphire: The complex attack patterns of its two swords are unstoppable, even for an opponent greatly accomplished at swordplay.
• Sword: Honedge evolves into twins. The two blades rub together to emit a metallic sound that unnerves opponents.
• Shield: The two swords employ a strategy of rapidly alternating between offense and defense to bring down their prey.