kingambit

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Kingambit is a Dark/Steel-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IX.

Type: Dark/Steel

Abilities:

Defiant: Boosts the Attack stat by two stages whenever a stat is lowered.
Supreme Overlord (Hidden Ability): Increases the power of Kingambit’s attacks for each fainted party member.

Physical Characteristics:

Kingambit resembles a humanoid samurai with a helmet that has a sharp, blade-like crest.
It has a robust, armored body with a dark color palette, accented by metallic gray and red highlights.
Its long, flowing cape appears to be made of razor-sharp blades.
It wields two large, blade-like appendages that extend from its arms, emphasizing its battle-ready stance.

Behavior and Habitat:

Kingambit often assumes a leadership role among groups of Bisharp and Pawniard, overseeing their activities.
Prefers to inhabit rugged terrains and areas with high vantage points, where it can survey its domain.
It exhibits a strong sense of honor and discipline, often engaging in battles to establish dominance and maintain order.
Known for its strategic mind and ability to command underlings effectively.

In Battle:

Kingambit is a powerful physical attacker, utilizing its high Attack stat and diverse movepool.
Signature moves include Iron Head, Kowtow Cleave, and Sucker Punch, allowing it to strike hard and fast.
Strong against Fairy, Ice, and Rock types due to its Steel typing.
Vulnerable to Fighting and Ground types, requiring careful strategy to mitigate these weaknesses.

Evolution:

Evolves from Bisharp when it levels up while holding a Leader's Crest, after defeating three other Bisharp that are also holding a Leader's Crest, in a battle.
Bisharp, in turn, evolves from Pawniard starting at level 52.

Interesting Facts:

Kingambit’s design is inspired by samurai warriors and Japanese feudal lords, reflecting its regal and commanding presence.
Its Hidden Ability, Supreme Overlord, plays into its thematic role as a leader, gaining strength as its allies fall in battle.
Kingambit's name is a play on "king" and "gambit," referencing its strategic prowess and status in battle.
Known for its strategic prowess, Kingambit makes a formidable opponent in competitive play, often utilized in high-level strategies.

Front Default

Front Shiny

Pawniard - 624

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Bisharp - 625

Min. Lvl 52

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Kingambit - 983

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Scarlet: Only a Bisharp that stands above all others in its vast army can evolve into Kingambit.
Violet: Though it commands a massive army in battle, it’s not skilled at devising complex strategies. It just uses brute strength to keep pushing.