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Bastiodon is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is Rock / Steel type Fossil Pokémon that was introduced in the fourth generation. It evolves from Shieldon starting at level 30.
Physiology and Behavior
Bastiodon is a Pokémon which appears to be a cross between a ceratopsian such as Chasmosaurus and a bulldozer. Its dark gray, square head resembles a castle wall, complete with four cream-yellow, window-like spots with a black outline, three dark gray spikes on the top, and two larger gray spikes in the upper corners. Bastiodon's triangular nose extends from the middle of its shield-like head down over its lips and appears to be pierced by a gray, horizontal spike. Four spikes jut downward and four large, blunt tusks protrude upward from its dark gray lower jaw. Bastiodon's cream-yellow eyes are partially obscured by the nasal spike and spaced-out tusks. Its thick, cream-yellow body is further protected by a gray ridge and dark gray plates on its back, jagged growths on its legs, and a plated tail.
It is from roughly 100 million years ago. Bastiodon are known to live in herds. Despite its rough, intimidating appearance, Bastiodon is a docile, caring Pokémon that feeds on grass and Berries. Its shield-like face is as tough as a diamond and capable of repelling any attack. When multiple Bastiodon line up side by side, their faces form a wall that nothing can break through; this was how they protected their young. In stark contrast to its impenetrable frontal defense, it is helpless when attacked from behind. Because its facial bones are so hard, they were initially mistaken for its spine by researchers who found its fossils. Bastiodon has lived in the same habitats as Rampardos, as evidenced by their fossils frequently being found together, possibly from fighting each other to the death.
Appearances
Main Pokémon games
Bastiodon is the signature Pokémon of Canalave City gym leader, Byron.
Other Pokémon games
In the anime
Like in the games, Bastiodon is the signature Pokémon of Canalave City gym leader, Byron.
In the manga
Origin
Bastiodon is likely based on a ceratopsian dinosaur. Its protective growth resembles a castle wall or fortress. Its head resembles that of Chasmosaurus. The spike through its nose is reminiscent of the nose bones from various indigenous tribes. It also appears to be based on the ultimate shield/immovable object, as opposed to its counterpart, Rampardos, which appears to be based on the ultimate spear/unstoppable force.
In-game information
Pokédex Entries
| Title | Entry |
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| Fourth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Diamond | Any frontal attack is repulsed. It is a docile Pokémon that feeds on grass and berries.. |
| Pokémon Pearl | When attacked, they form a wall with their shield like faces to protect their young. |
| Pokémon Platinum | When they lined up side by side, no foe could break through. They shielded their young in that way. |
| Pokémon HeartGold | When attacked, they form a wall. Their rock-hard faces serve to protect them from the attacks. |
| Pokémon SoulSilver | When attacked, they form a wall. Their rock-hard faces serve to protect them from the attacks. |
| Fifth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Black | When they lined up side by side, no foe could break through. They shielded their young in that way. |
| Pokémon White | When they lined up side by side, no foe could break through. They shielded their young in that way. |
| Pokémon Black 2 | When they lined up side by side, no foe could break through. They shielded their young in that way. |
| Pokémon White 2 | When they lined up side by side, no foe could break through. They shielded their young in that way. |
| Sixth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon X | When they lined up side by side, no foe could break through. They shielded their young in that way. |
| Pokémon Y | Any frontal attack is repulsed. It is a docile Pokémon that feeds on grass and berries.. |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby | When they lined up side by side, no foe could break through. They shielded their young in that way. |
| Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Any frontal attack is repulsed. It is a docile Pokémon that feeds on grass and berries.. |
| Seventh Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Sun | While it can guard against any sort of attack from the front, it is left without recourse when attacked from behind. |
| Pokémon Moon | It lived in the same environments as Rampardos. Their fossils have been found together—seemingly from after they'd fought to the finish. |
| Pokémon Ultra Sun | The bones of its face are huge and hard, so they were mistaken for its spine until after this Pokémon was successfully restored. |
| Pokémon Ultra Moon | This Pokémon is from roughly 100 million years ago. Its terrifyingly tough face is harder than steel. |
| Eighth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond | Any frontal attack is repulsed. It is a docile Pokémon that feeds on grass and berries. |
| Pokémon Shining Pearl | When attacked, they form a wall with their shield-like faces to protect their young. |
| Pokémon Legends: Arceus | Its face is sturdy—as strong as diamond—and this hardness offers a very stable defense. Much about this species is still unknown, such as its natural habitat. |
| Ninth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Scarlet | While it can guard against any sort of attack from the front, it is left without recourse when attacked from behind. |
| Pokémon Violet | Bastiodon live in herds. When assaulted by enemies, they line up side by side and use their hard faces to block attacks. |
Game Locations
In the main games, Bastiodon can only be obtained by evolving Shieldon.
Evolution
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Base Stats
| HP | 60 |
| Attack | 52 |
| Defense | 168 |
| Sp. Attack | 47 |
| Sp. Defense | 138 |
| Speed | 30 |
| Total | 495 |
Movesets
Gallery
Sprites
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Trivia
- The wall of the castle in Courtyard Colosseum in Pokémon Battle Revolution resembles a Bastiodon's head.
- Byron's Bastiodon is the only appearance of its species in the main anime.
- Bastiodon is the only Pokémon in the anime to have used the move Metal Burst.
| Fossil Pokémon | |
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| Generation I | Omanyte • Omastar • Kabuto • Kabutops • Aerodactyl |
| Generation III | Lileep • Cradily • Anorith • Armaldo |
| Generation IV | Cranidos • Rampardos • Shieldon • Bastiodon |
| Generation V | Tirtouga • Carracosta • Archen • Archeops |
| Generation VI | Tyrunt • Tyrantrum • Amaura • Aurorus |
| Generation VIII | Dracozolt • Arctozolt • Dracovish • Arctovish |