iron-moth

iron-moth

Attributes

  • Species: Iron-Moth
  • Base Experience: 285
  • Height: 12
  • Weight: 360
  • Is Default: True
  • Order: 988
  • Base Happiness: 0
  • Capture Rate: 30
  • Color: Yellow
  • Egg Groups: No-Eggs
  • Gender Rate: -1
  • Has No Gender Differences
  • Hatch Counter: 50
  • Habitat:
  • Is Baby: False
  • Is Legendary: False
  • Is Mythical: False
  • Shape: Bug-Wings

Stats

  • HP
    80
  • Attack
    70
  • Defense
    60
  • Special Attack
    140
  • Special Defense
    110
  • Speed
    110

Abilities

Held items

    None

Summary

Iron Moth is a Fire/Poison-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IX.

Type: Fire / Poison

Abilities:

  • Quark Drive: Boosts the Pokémon's most proficient stat on Electric Terrain or when holding Booster Energy.

Physical Characteristics:

  • Iron Moth resembles a futuristic robotic moth with a sleek, metallic body.
  • It has a predominantly silver and fiery orange coloration, with wings that emit a soft, glowing effect.
  • Its wings are large and angular, resembling solar panels, and it has a streamlined body designed for aerodynamic flight.

Behavior and Habitat:

  • Iron Moth is a Paradox Pokémon, believed to have originated from an alternate timeline or reality.
  • It is commonly found near volcanic regions or areas with intense geothermal activity, implying a preference for hot environments.
  • Known for its elusive nature, Iron Moth tends to avoid human interaction but is highly curious about technology and machinery.

In Battle:

  • Iron Moth is a powerful special attacker with high Speed, making it a formidable opponent in battle.
  • Notable moves include Fiery Dance, Sludge Wave, and Overheat, allowing it to deal significant damage to opponents.
  • It is strong against Grass, Bug, Ice, and Fairy types due to its Fire and Poison typing.
  • It is weak to Ground, Water, Psychic, and Rock types, which can exploit its dual type disadvantage.

Evolution:

  • Iron Moth does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon. It is a standalone Pokémon with no evolutionary line.

Interesting Facts:

  • Iron Moth is one of the Paradox Pokémon, a group of Pokémon that are theorized to be from different timelines or dimensions, adding a mysterious aspect to its lore.
  • Its design and name suggest a possible connection to Volcarona, a well-known Pokémon from previous generations, though its mechanical appearance sets it apart.
  • Iron Moth's unique combination of Fire and Poison types is rare, providing it with a distinctive niche in competitive battles.

Pokémon Sprites

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Front Default
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Front Shiny

Evolution Chain

Iron-Moth - 994
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Moves

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

Flavor Text Entries

  • Scarlet: This Pokémon resembles an unknown object described in a paranormal magazine as a UFO sent to observe humanity.
  • Violet: No records exist of this species being caught. Data is lacking, but the Pokémon’s traits match up with an object described in an old book.

Pokedex

  • 994 National
  • 386 Paldea