ferrothorn

Ferrothorn is a dual-type Grass/Steel Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Grass/Steel

Abilities:

• Iron Barbs: Deals damage when the opponent makes contact with Ferrothorn.
• Anticipation (Hidden Ability): Alerts Ferrothorn if the opponent has a super-effective move.

Physical Characteristics:

• Ferrothorn has a spherical body covered with green, metallic armor plates.
• It has three spiky appendages that resemble vines with club-like endings, used for movement and combat.
• The body is adorned with small, thorn-like protrusions, contributing to its defensive capabilities.
• Its eyes are red with a fierce expression, and it has a central core that is gray in color.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Ferrothorn is typically found in cave systems and rugged terrains.
• It often attaches itself to cave ceilings or rocky walls, using its spiky appendages for stability and to ambush prey.
• Known for being territorial, it uses its Iron Barbs to deter potential threats or competitors.
• It is not social and prefers solitude or the company of its pre-evolution, Ferroseed.

In Battle:

• Ferrothorn is renowned for its defensive prowess, boasting high Defense and Special Defense stats.
• It is commonly used as a tank or wall in battle, absorbing hits while dealing consistent damage with moves like Gyro Ball and Power Whip.
• Ferrothorn's typing grants it resistance to numerous types, although it is particularly vulnerable to Fire and Fighting-type moves.
• It often employs strategies involving entry hazards like Stealth Rock and Spikes to control the battlefield.

Evolution:

• Ferrothorn evolves from Ferroseed starting at level 40.

Interesting Facts:

• Ferrothorn's design is likely inspired by durian fruit and medieval flails, combining organic and metallic elements.
• Its unique Grass/Steel typing gives it a total of 10 type resistances, making it one of the most defensively versatile Pokémon.
• It is a popular choice in competitive play due to its ability to disrupt opponents' strategies effectively.
• In the Pokémon anime, Ferrothorn has appeared in various battles, showcasing its strength and resilience.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: It fights by swinging around its three spiky feelers. A hit from these steel spikes can reduce a boulder to rubble.
• White: They attach themselves to cave ceilings, firing steel spikes at targets passing beneath them.
• Black-2: By swinging around its three spiky feelers and shooting spikes, it can obliterate an opponent.
• White-2: By swinging around its three spiky feelers and shooting spikes, it can obliterate an opponent.
• X: By swinging around its three spiky feelers and shooting spikes, it can obliterate an opponent.
• Y: They attach themselves to cave ceilings, firing steel spikes at targets passing beneath them.
• Omega-Ruby: By swinging around its three spiky feelers and shooting spikes, it can obliterate an opponent.
• Alpha-Sapphire: They attach themselves to cave ceilings, firing steel spikes at targets passing beneath them.
• Sword: This Pokémon scrapes its spikes across rocks, and then uses the tips of its feelers to absorb the nutrients it finds within the stone.
• Shield: Its spikes are harder than steel. This Pokémon crawls across rock walls by stabbing the spikes on its feelers into the stone.