shieldon

Shieldon is a Rock/Steel-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.

Type: Rock / Steel

Abilities:

• Sturdy: Prevents being knocked out in one hit, particularly by moves that would cause an instant KO.
• Soundproof (Hidden Ability): Grants immunity to all sound-based moves.

Physical Characteristics:

• Shieldon is a small, quadrupedal Pokémon resembling a ceratopsian dinosaur.
• It has a large, flat, gray shield-like face with prominent white markings and two small nostrils.
• Its body is primarily yellow with a gray underside and short, stumpy legs.
• The back of its head features a small crest, and it has a short, rounded tail.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Shieldon is known for its docile nature and spends much of its time polishing its face, which it uses for defense.
• It is primarily found in rocky terrains and ancient ruins, habitats that resemble its prehistoric origins.
• As a fossil Pokémon, Shieldon is often revived from fossils found in these areas.
• Historically, it lived in dense forests where it fed on leaves and vegetation.

In Battle:

• Shieldon excels in defense, capable of withstanding many attacks due to its high Defense and Special Defense stats.
• It is particularly strong against Normal, Flying, Psychic, Bug, Rock, Ice, Dragon, and Fairy-type moves, thanks to its dual typing.
• However, it is vulnerable to Fighting, Ground, and Water-type moves.
• Notable moves include Iron Defense, Ancient Power, and Metal Sound, which can bolster its defensive capabilities or weaken opponents.

Evolution:

• Shieldon evolves into Bastiodon starting at level 30.
• Bastiodon maintains the defensive prowess of Shieldon but with even greater tank-like qualities.

Interesting Facts:

• Shieldon is one of the fossil Pokémon that players can revive from the Armor Fossil.
• Its design is inspired by ceratopsian dinosaurs like Protoceratops, known for their shield-like facial structures.
• Shieldon's face is said to be so tough that it can withstand any blow, a trait that is emphasized in both its design and in-battle capabilities.

By understanding these aspects of Shieldon, trainers can better appreciate this ancient Pokémon and effectively utilize its defensive strengths in battle.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Diamond: A Pokémon that lived in jungles around 100 million years ago. Its facial hide is extremely hard.
• Pearl: It habitually polishes its face by rubbing it against tree trunks. It is weak to attacks from behind.
• Platinum: It is outstandingly armored. As a result, it can eat grass and berries without having to fight.
• Heartgold: It was generated from a fossil dug out of a layer of clay that was older than anyone knows. It has a sturdy face.
• Soulsilver: It was generated from a fossil dug out of a layer of clay that was older than anyone knows. It has a sturdy face.
• Black: It is outstandingly armored. As a result, it can eat grass and berries without having to fight.
• White: It is outstandingly armored. As a result, it can eat grass and berries without having to fight.
• Black-2: It is outstandingly armored. As a result, it can eat grass and berries without having to fight.
• White-2: It is outstandingly armored. As a result, it can eat grass and berries without having to fight.
• X: It habitually polishes its face by rubbing it against tree trunks. It is weak to attacks from behind.
• Y: It was generated from a fossil dug out of a layer of clay that was older than anyone knows. It has a sturdy face.
• Omega-Ruby: It habitually polishes its face by rubbing it against tree trunks. It is weak to attacks from behind.
• Alpha-Sapphire: It was generated from a fossil dug out of a layer of clay that was older than anyone knows. It has a sturdy face.
• Sun: Many fossils of this Pokémon have been found, but almost none have shown signs of damage to the face.
• Moon: This Pokémon lived in primeval jungles. Few enemies would have been willing to square off against its heavily armored face, so it’s thought.
• Ultra-Sun: A mild-mannered, herbivorous Pokémon, it used its face to dig up tree roots to eat. The skin on its face was plenty tough.
• Ultra-Moon: Although its fossils can be found in layers of primeval rock, nothing but its face has ever been discovered.
• Legends-Arceus: Much remains unknown about this Pokémon, as few have ever seen it. However, we know that it is calm and dislikes conflict, and it enjoys polishing its face against trees and rocks.

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