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Steelix Mega is a dual-type Steel/Ground Pokémon introduced in Generation II, with its Mega Evolution debuting in Generation VI.

Type: Steel/Ground

Abilities:

• Sand Force: Boosts the power of Rock, Ground, and Steel-type moves by 30% during a sandstorm.

Physical Characteristics:

• Steelix Mega is an enormous, serpentine Pokémon resembling a giant, metallic snake.
• Its body consists of numerous grey, steel-like segments, each adorned with crystalline spikes jutting out.
• Its eyes are fierce and intimidating, and its jaw is capable of crushing rock and soil.
• When it Mega Evolves, its body becomes more segmented, and it develops sharp, crystalline structures that resemble a drill on its jaw and tail.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Steelix Mega typically resides in underground tunnels and caves.
• It is known to burrow deep beneath the surface, creating intricate tunnel systems.
• Despite its intimidating appearance, Steelix Mega is often found to be a loyal and protective Pokémon, forming strong bonds with its trainers.
• It can withstand extreme pressures and temperatures found deep underground.

In Battle:

• Steelix Mega is a formidable defensive Pokémon, boasting incredibly high Defense stats.
• It is known for moves such as Iron Tail, Earthquake, and Heavy Slam, which take advantage of its massive weight and Steel typing.
• Its Sand Force ability makes it particularly dangerous in a sandstorm, enhancing its offensive capabilities.
• Steelix Mega is strong against Fairy, Psychic, Rock, Electric, and Poison types but is vulnerable to Water, Fire, Fighting, and Ground types.

Evolution:

• Steelix evolves from Onix when traded while holding a Metal Coat.
• Steelix can Mega Evolve into Steelix Mega using the Steelixite.

Interesting Facts:

• Steelix Mega's high Defense stat is one of the highest among all Pokémon, making it extremely difficult to take down with physical moves.
• The crystalline spikes on its body during Mega Evolution are said to be the result of pressure and heat as it burrows deep underground.
• In the Pokémon anime, Steelix Mega has been showcased as a powerful opponent, often used by experienced trainers.
• The transformation to Mega Steelix emphasizes its connection to the mineral-rich environments it inhabits, symbolizing strength and resilience.

Level Up

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• Black: It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil.
• Gold: Its body has been compressed deep under the ground.As a result, it is even harder than a diamond.
• Silver: It is said that if an ONIX lives for over 100 years,its composition changes to become diamond-like.
• Crystal: The many small metal particles that cover thisPokémon's body reflect bright light well.
• Ruby: STEELIX lives even further underground than ONIX. This Pokémon is known to dig towards the earth’s core.There are records of this Pokémon reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground.
• Sapphire: STEELIX lives even further underground than ONIX. This Pokémon is known to dig towards the earth’s core.There are records of this Pokémon reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground.
• Emerald: STEELIX live even further underground than ONIX. This Pokémon is known to dig toward the earth’s core, reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground.
• Firered: It is said that if an ONIX lives for over 100 years, its composition changes to become diamond-like.
• Leafgreen: Its body has been compressed deep under the ground. As a result, it is even harder than diamond.
• Diamond: Tempered underground under high pressure and heat, its body is harder than any metal.
• Pearl: It chews its way through boulders with its sturdy jaws. Its eyes can see in the darkness underground.
• Platinum: It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil.
• Heartgold: Its body has been compressed deep under the ground. As a result, it is even harder than a diamond.
• Soulsilver: It’s said that if an ONIX lives for 100 years, its composition becomes diamondlike as it evolves into a STEELIX.
• White: It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil.
• Black-2: The iron it ingested with the soil it swallowed transformed its body and made it harder than diamonds.
• White-2: The iron it ingested with the soil it swallowed transformed its body and made it harder than diamonds.
• X: Tempered underground under high pressure and heat, its body is harder than any metal.
• Y: It chews its way through boulders with its sturdy jaws. Its eyes can see in the darkness underground.
• Omega-Ruby: Steelix lives even further underground than Onix. This Pokémon is known to dig toward the earth’s core. There are records of this Pokémon reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Steelix lives even further underground than Onix. This Pokémon is known to dig toward the earth’s core. There are records of this Pokémon reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground.
• Sword: It is said that if an Onix lives for over 100 years, its composition changes to become diamond-like.
• Shield: It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil.
• Legends-Arceus: This Pokémon evolved through use of a strange item. Its body is coated with steel powder and notably hard—not even diamond can leave so much as a scratch.

208 National

63 Original-Johto

35 Original-Sinnoh

35 Extended-Sinnoh

63 Updated-Johto

72 Updated-Unova

176 Conquest-Gallery

54 Kalos-Coastal

179 Galar

119 Hisui