Shellder in Pokémon X & Y
#90 in the X and Y Pokédex • Bivalve Pokémon
Shellder in the National PokédexPokédex entries
Pokémon X
Its hard shell repels any kind of attack. It is vulnerable only when its shell is open.
Pokémon Y
Clamping on to an opponent reveals its vulnerable parts, so it uses this move only as a last resort.
Pokémon details
Type

Category
Height
Weight
National Pokédex
Shellder in Other Games
National Dex pageMin
Max
HP
30
170
264
Attack
65
121
251
Defense
100
184
328
Sp. Atk
45
85
207
Sp. Def
25
49
163
Speed
40
76
196
Total
305
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.
| Pokédexes | Coastal Kalos #36 |
|---|---|
| EV yield | 1 Def |
| Catch rate | 190 |
| Base Exp. | 61 |
| Egg groups | |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 |
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
![]() Shellder #90 | Use Water Stone | ![]() Cloyster #91 |
Shell Armor
Ability Slot 1
Protects the Pokémon from critical hits.
Protects against critical hits.
Skill Link
Ability Slot 2
Increases the number of times multi-strike moves hit.
Extends two-to-five-hit moves and Triple Kick to their full length every time.
Overcoat(Hidden Ability)
Protects the Pokémon from things like sand, hail, and powder.
Protects against sandstorm and hail damage, powder moves and Effect Spore.
























































