terrakion

Terrakion is a Rock/Fighting-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Rock / Fighting

Abilities:

• Justified: Increases Attack by one stage when hit by a Dark-type move

Physical Characteristics:

• Terrakion is a large, quadrupedal Pokémon resembling a bull or an ox
• Its body is mostly taupe with gray bands wrapping around its legs
• Possesses a large, muscular build with a short tail
• Features a prominent pair of sharp, white horns that curve forward
• Has a spiky mane and a fierce expression that conveys its strength and determination

Behavior and Habitat:

• Known for its courageous and protective nature, often defending other Pokémon
• Resides in mountainous regions and caves, symbolizing its rock-type affinity
• Part of the Swords of Justice, a group of Legendary Pokémon that protect other Pokémon from human harm
• It is said to have aided in protecting Pokémon habitats from human destruction by using its immense strength

In Battle:

• Terrakion is a powerful physical attacker with high Attack and Speed stats
• Signature moves include Sacred Sword and Stone Edge, providing coverage against a variety of types
• Particularly effective against Normal, Flying, Poison, Bug, Rock, Steel, Ice, and Dark types
• Vulnerable to Water, Grass, Psychic, Ground, Steel, and Fairy type moves
• Often used in competitive battles for its ability to sweep teams with its high offensive stats and coverage

Evolution:

• Terrakion does not evolve and does not have any pre-evolutions

Interesting Facts:

• Terrakion is part of the Swords of Justice quartet, which includes Cobalion, Virizion, and Keldeo
• Based on the concept of the Three Musketeers, with Terrakion representing Porthos, the strong and robust musketeer
• Its design and lore might be inspired by the Taurus constellation, given its bull-like appearance
• In the Pokémon games, Terrakion is often found in post-game content as a Legendary Pokémon encounter

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: This Pokémon came to the defense of Pokémon that had lost their homes in a war among humans.
• White: Its charge is strong enough to break through a giant castle wall in one blow. This Pokémon is spoken of in legends.
• Black-2: Spoken of in legend, this Pokémon used its phenomenal power to destroy a castle in its effort to protect Pokémon.
• White-2: Spoken of in legend, this Pokémon used its phenomenal power to destroy a castle in its effort to protect Pokémon.
• X: Its charge is strong enough to break through a giant castle wall in one blow. This Pokémon is spoken of in legends.
• Y: Spoken of in legend, this Pokémon used its phenomenal power to destroy a castle in its effort to protect Pokémon.
• Omega-Ruby: Its charge is strong enough to break through a giant castle wall in one blow. This Pokémon is spoken of in legends.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Spoken of in legend, this Pokémon used its phenomenal power to destroy a castle in its effort to protect Pokémon.
• Sword: It has phenomenal power. It will mercilessly crush anyone or anything that bullies small Pokémon.
• Shield: In Unovan legend, Terrakion battled against humans in an effort to protect other Pokémon.