Pupitar is a dual-type Rock/Ground Pokémon and is the middle stage in the evolutionary line between Larvitar and Tyranitar. Known for its hard, protective shell, Pupitar serves as the cocoon-like phase of its development where it undergoes significant changes before evolving into its final form.
Type: Rock/Ground
Abilities: - Shed Skin: Pupitar's primary ability, Shed Skin, gives it a 1-in-3 chance of healing from any major status condition (such as sleep, poison, or paralysis) at the end of each turn, which can make it more resilient and harder to incapacitate in battles.
Hidden Ability (optional): - Unnerve: Its hidden ability Unnerve prevents opposing Pokémon from eating their held Berries, which can be strategic in preventing an opponent from healing or gaining specific advantages during battle.
Evolution Line: - Pre-evolution: Pupitar evolves from Larv