Drednaw Gmax is a Water/Rock-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII with the ability to Gigantamax.
Type: Water/Rock
Abilities:
- Strong Jaw: Boosts the power of biting moves by 50%
- Shell Armor: Protects the Pokémon from critical hits
- Hidden Ability - Swift Swim: Doubles the Pokémon's Speed stat in rain
Physical Characteristics:
- Gigantamax Drednaw resembles a massive, armored turtle with an enormous, jagged shell and a large, powerful jaw.
- The Gigantamax form features a more pronounced, towering shell with additional rocky protrusions and water-like waves emanating from its back.
- Its head is larger and more pronounced, with a menacing glare and sharp, serrated teeth.
Behavior and Habitat:
- Typically found in freshwater environments such as rivers and lakes.
- Known for its aggressive nature and territorial behavior.
- Despite its size, it can move swiftly in water and on land.
- It uses its powerful jaws to crush rocks and prey, showing its dominant presence in its habitat.
In Battle:
- Gigantamax Drednaw becomes a formidable physical attacker with increased durability.
- Its signature G-Max Move, G-Max Stonesurge, deals damage and scatters sharp rocks around the field, acting like the move Stealth Rock.
- Strong against Fire, Ice, Flying, and Bug types due to its Water/Rock typing.
- Vulnerable to Grass, Electric, Fighting, and Ground type moves.
Evolution:
- Evolves from Chewtle starting at level 22.
- Has no further evolutions, but can Gigantamax into Drednaw Gmax in battle under specific conditions.
Interesting Facts:
- Gigantamax Drednaw is known for its immense power and is said to be able to crush the ground with a single stomp.
- Due to its formidable appearance and power, it's often considered a symbol of strength in the Galar region.
- Gigantamaxing allows it to unleash its full potential, which is feared and respected by other Pokémon and trainers alike.
- Its design draws inspiration from snapping turtles and ancient armored creatures, emphasizing its rugged and powerful nature.