gastrodon

Gastrodon is a Water/Ground-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.

Type: Water / Ground

Abilities:

• Sticky Hold: Prevents the Pokémon from losing its held item.
• Storm Drain: Draws in all Water-type moves to boost Special Attack.
• Sand Force (Hidden Ability): Boosts the power of Rock, Ground, and Steel-type moves in a sandstorm.

Physical Characteristics:

• Gastrodon has two distinct forms: West Sea (pink and brown) and East Sea (blue and green).
• Both forms have a slug-like appearance with a soft, gelatinous body.
• They possess a pair of horn-like appendages on their head, which differ slightly in shape between the forms.
• Their body is covered with a slick, slimy mucus that allows them to move smoothly.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Gastrodon thrives in aquatic environments such as seas and oceans, as well as wetlands and marshes.
• Adapted to both land and water, they often stay near coastlines or shallow waters.
• Known for their laid-back and calm temperament, they are non-aggressive unless provoked.
• Gastrodon can regrow lost parts of their body, showcasing their remarkable regenerative capabilities.

In Battle:

• Gastrodon is a versatile tank with high HP and good Special Defense.
• Its dual Water/Ground typing grants it immunity to Electric-type moves and resistance to various other types.
• Notable moves include Earth Power, Scald, and Recover.
• Effective against Fire, Rock, and Electric types, but vulnerable to Grass-type moves due to a quadruple weakness.

Evolution:

• Gastrodon evolves from Shellos starting at level 30.
• Shellos also has two forms, matching the West Sea and East Sea forms of Gastrodon, which are determined by their geographic location.

Interesting Facts:

• The distinct forms of Gastrodon are based on their environment, similar to real-life regional variations in marine organisms.
• Gastrodon's form is determined by the region it evolves in, reflecting the geographical diversity seen in the Pokémon world.
• Its dual typing and ability to learn a wide range of moves make it a favorite for many trainers looking for a versatile and resilient Pokémon.
• Gastrodon's East and West Sea forms were inspired by differing oceanic conditions, with their designs reflecting the unique ecosystems of these areas.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Diamond: It has a pliable body without any bones. If any part of its body is torn off, it grows right back.
• Pearl: It apparently had a huge shell for protection in ancient times. It lives in shallow tidal pools.
• Platinum: Long ago, its entire back was shielded with a sturdy shell. There are traces of it left in its cells.
• Heartgold: When its natural enemy attacks, it oozes purple fluid and escapes.
• Soulsilver: When its natural enemy attacks, it oozes purple fluid and escapes.
• Black: Long ago, its entire back was shielded with a sturdy shell. There are traces of it left in its cells.
• White: Long ago, its entire back was shielded with a sturdy shell. There are traces of it left in its cells.
• Black-2: Long ago, its entire back was shielded with a sturdy shell. There are traces of it left in its cells.
• White-2: Long ago, its entire back was shielded with a sturdy shell. There are traces of it left in its cells.
• X: When its natural enemy attacks, it oozes purple fluid and escapes.
• Y: It apparently had a huge shell for protection in ancient times. It lives in shallow tidal pools.
• Omega-Ruby: When its natural enemy attacks, it oozes purple fluid and escapes.
• Alpha-Sapphire: It apparently had a huge shell for protection in ancient times. It lives in shallow tidal pools.
• Sun: It has strong regenerative capabilities. Even if parts of it are bitten off by fish Pokémon, it will return to normal within a few hours.
• Moon: Plankton, invisible to the naked eye, is its main food source. It comes onto the land periodically, but the reason for this is not known.
• Ultra-Sun: Long ago, it had a shell on its back. There’s now a vestigial plate on its back that’s hard but thin.
• Ultra-Moon: Their shape and color change, depending on their environment and diet. There are many of them at beaches where the waves are calm.
• Sword: Its search for food sometimes leads it onto land, where it leaves behind a sticky trail of slime as it passes through.
• Shield: The softness of its body helps disperse the force of impacts, so although its body is uncommonly squishy, it’s also surprisingly resilient.
• Legends-Arceus: Eats beach sand for nourishment. Should one Gastrodon encounter another of a different color, a fierce battle will inevitably ensue.

423 National

61 Original-Sinnoh

61 Extended-Sinnoh

261 Original-Alola

76 Original-Poni

342 Updated-Alola

89 Updated-Poni

231 Galar

83 Hisui

328 Paldea