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Steelix

#0208 in the National Pokédex • Iron Snake Pokémon

#0208 in the National Pokédex • Iron Snake Pokémon

Stats

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

75

260

354

Attack

85

157

295

Defense

200

364

548

Sp. Atk

55

103

229

Sp. Def

65

121

251

Speed

30

58

174

Total

510

Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.

Gligar

Snubbull

Steelix normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Steelix sprite

Shiny

Steelix

Iron Snake Pokémon

#0208
SteelGround

Height

9.2 m (30'02")

Weight

400 kg (881.8 lbs)

Abilities

Rock HeadSturdySheer ForceHidden

It's Super Effective

Damage multipliers Steelix takes from each attacking type, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance.

Weak to

Fire

Water

Fighting

Ground

Resists

Electric

Poison

Rock

0.25×

Normal

0.5×

Flying

0.5×

Psychic

0.5×

Bug

0.5×

Dragon

0.5×

Steel

0.5×

Fairy

0.5×

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Onix

Onix

#0095

Metal CoatTrade holding Metal Coat
Steelix

Steelix

#0208

Steelix

Steelix

#0208

Mega Evolution

Mega Steelix

Mega Steelix

#0208

Family

Mega Evolutions of Steelix, with their types and base stats.
Mega Steelix

Mega Steelix

SteelGround

HP

75

Atk

125

Def

230

SpA

55

SpD

95

Spe

30

Sand Force

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartTackleNormalPhysical4010035

A full-body charge attack.

StartScreechNormalStatus-8540

Sharply reduces the foe's DEFENSE.

StartMud SportGroundStatus--15

Covers the user in mud to raise electrical resistance.

StartThunder FangElectricPhysical659515

The user bites with electrified fangs. It may also make the foe flinch or become paralyzed.

StartIce FangIcePhysical659515

The user bites with cold-infused fangs. It may also make the foe flinch or freeze.

StartFire FangFirePhysical659515

The user bites with flame-cloaked fangs. It may also make the foe flinch or sustain a burn.

10BindNormalPhysical158520

Binds the target for 2-5 turns.

14Rock ThrowRockPhysical509015

Drops rocks on the enemy.

22Smack DownRockPhysical5010015

The user throws a stone or projectile to attack an opponent. A flying Pokémon will fall to the ground when hit.

23HardenNormalStatus--30

Raises the user's DEFENSE.

27RageNormalPhysical2010020

Raises ATTACK if the user is hit.

28Sand TombGroundPhysical358515

Traps and hurts the foe in quicksand for 2 to 5 turns.

30Rock PolishRockStatus--20

The user polishes its body to reduce drag. It can sharply raise the Speed stat.

30AutotomizeSteelStatus--15

The user sheds part of its body to make itself lighter and sharply raise its Speed stat.

36SandstormRockStatus--10

Inflicts damage every turn.

40SlamNormalPhysical807520

Slams the foe with a tail, vine, etc.

49CrunchDarkPhysical8010015

An attack that may lower SPCL.DEF.

49Stone EdgeRockPhysical100805

The user stabs the foe with a sharpened stone. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

57Double-EdgeNormalPhysical12010015

A tackle that also hurts the user.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines.
Class
Description
0CutNormalPhysical509530

Cuts using claws, scythes, etc.

0HeadbuttNormalPhysical7010015

An attack that may make foe flinch.

0RoarNormalStatus--20

Scares wild foes to end battle.

0Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

1st turn: Attack 2nd turn: Rest

0StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

A powerful physi­ cal attack.

0EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

Tough but useless vs. flying foes.

0DigGroundPhysical8010010

1st turn: Burrow 2nd turn: Attack

0ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

A poison move with increasing damage.

0Double TeamNormalStatus--15

Heightens evasive­ ness.

0Defense CurlNormalStatus--40

Heightens the user's DEFENSE.

0RestPsychicStatus--10

Sleep for 2 turns to fully recover.

0SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

An attack useable only while asleep.

0CurseGhostStatus--10

Works differently for ghost-types.

0ProtectNormalStatus--10

Foils attack that turn. It may fail.

0Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

Reduces the foe's accuracy.

0EndureNormalStatus--10

Always leaves at least 1HP.

0RolloutRockPhysical309020

Attacks 5 turns with rising power.

0SwaggerNormalStatus-8515

Causes confusion and raises ATTACK.

0AttractNormalStatus-10015

Makes the opposite gender infatuated.

0Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

Randomly attacks while asleep.

0ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

An attack that is based on loyalty.

0FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

An attack based on lack of loyalty.

0Dragon BreathDragonSpecial6010020

A strong breath attack.

0Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

An attack that may reduce DEFENSE.

0Hidden PowerNormalSpecial6010015

The power varies with the POKéMON.

0Sunny DayFireStatus--5

Boosts fire-type moves for 5 turns.

0Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

An attack that may lower DEFENSE.

0TormentDarkStatus-10015

Torments the foe and stops successive use of a move.

0FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

Boosts ATTACK when burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.

0TauntDarkStatus-10020

Taunts the foe into only using attack moves.

0Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

An attack with effects that vary by location.

0Rock TombRockPhysical609515

Stops the foe from moving with rocks and cuts SPEED.

0Psych UpNormalStatus--10

Copies the foe's stat changes.

0Gyro BallSteelPhysical-1005

The user tackles the foe with a high-speed spin. The slower the user, the greater the damage.

0Natural GiftNormalPhysical-10015

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.

0PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

If the user can use this attack after the foe attacks, its power is doubled.

0Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

The user releases a horrible aura imbued with dark thoughts. It may also make the target flinch.

0Dragon PulseDragonSpecial8510010

The foe is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user’s gaping mouth.

0Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the foe using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.

0Flash CannonSteelSpecial8010010

The user gathers all its light energy and releases it at once. It may also lower the foe’s Sp. Def stat.

0Rock ClimbNormalPhysical908520

A charging attack that may also leave the foe confused. It can also be used to scale rocky walls.

0CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe is charmed into sharply lowering its Sp. Atk stat.

0Stealth RockRockStatus--20

The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the foe. The trap hurts foes that switch into battle.

0RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.

0BulldozeGroundPhysical6010020

The user stomps down on the ground and attacks everything in the area. Hit Pokémon’s Speed stat is reduced.

0Dragon TailDragonPhysical609010

The user knocks away the target and drags out another Pokémon in its party. In the wild, the battle ends.

0Nature PowerNormalStatus--20

The type of attack varies depending on the location.

0ConfideNormalStatus--20

The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat.

0Brutal SwingDarkPhysical6010020

The user swings its body around violently to inflict damage on everything in its vicinity.

0Scary FaceNormalStatus-10010

Sharply reduces the foe's SPEED.

0Iron DefenseSteelStatus--15

Hardens the body’s surface to sharply raise DEFENSE.

0Dragon DanceDragonStatus--20

A mystical dance that ups ATTACK and SPEED.

0Rock BlastRockPhysical259010

Hurls boulders at the foe 2 to 5 times in a row.

0Heavy SlamSteelPhysical-10010

The user slams into the target with its heavy body. The more the user outweighs the target, the greater its damage.

0Drill RunGroundPhysical809510

The user crashes into its target while rotating its body like a drill. Critical hits land more easily.

0High HorsepowerGroundPhysical959510

The user fiercely attacks the target using its entire body.

0Psychic FangsPsychicPhysical8510010

The user bites the target with its psychic capabilities. This can also destroy Light Screen and Reflect.

0Body PressFightingPhysical8010010

The user attacks by slamming its body into the target. The higher the user’s Defense, the more damage it can inflict on the target.

0Breaking SwipeDragonPhysical6010015

The user swings its tough tail wildly and attacks opposing Pokémon. This also lowers their Attack stats.

Games

Games where Steelix appears, in release order. Each link opens that game's Pokédex page.

Gold & Silver

1999

Steelix in Gold & Silver
Shiny Steelix in Gold & Silver

Steelix

Crystal

2000

Black & White

2010

Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire

2014

Pokémon GO

2016

Sword & Shield

2019

Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl

2021

#0207

Gligar

#0209

Snubbull

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