- Contents
- Type defenses
- Base stats
- Pokedex entries
- Evolution chart
- Moves learned
- Sprites
- Locations
- Q&A
Pokedex data
| National № | 422 |
|---|---|
| Type | Water |
| Species | Sea Slug Pokémon |
| Height | 1′0″ (0.30m) |
| Weight | 13.9 lbs (6.3 kg) |
| Abilities | Sticky Hold Storm Drain Sand Force (Dream World) |
| Local № | 060 (Diamond, Pearl) 060 (Platinum) |
| Japanese | Karanakushi |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Amorphous, Water 1 |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 21 (minimum 5,355 steps) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 HP |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 190 (24.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Happiness | 70 (normal) |
| Base EXP | 73 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Type defenses
Shellos stats
The base stats for Shellos are shown below left, with the possible range shown on the right for a level 100 Pokemon. Minimum/maximum values are based on hindering/beneficial nature, 0/252 EVs, 0/31 IVs.
| HP | 76 | 262 - 356 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 48 | 90 - 214 | |
| Defense | 48 | 90 - 214 | |
| Sp. Atk | 57 | 107 - 234 | |
| Sp. Def | 62 | 116 - 245 | |
| Speed | 34 | 65 - 183 | |
| Total | 325 |
Pokedex descriptions
| Diamond | Its colors and shapes differ from region to region. In the Sinnoh region, two types are confirmed. |
|---|---|
| Pearl | It lives along bodies of water. Its body shape has changed to suit its habitat. |
| Platinum Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Beware of pushing strongly on its squishy body, as it makes a mysterious purple fluid ooze out. |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Its shape and coloration vary, depending on its habitat. |
Evolution chart
Moves learnt by level up
Shellos learns the following moves at the levels specified:
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mud-Slap | Ground | Special | 20 | 100 |
| 2 | Mud Sport | Ground | Status | - | - |
| 4 | Harden | Normal | Status | - | - |
| 7 | Water Pulse | Water | Special | 60 | 100 |
| 11 | Mud Bomb | Ground | Special | 65 | 85 |
| 16 | Hidden Power | Normal | Special | - | 100 |
| 22 | Rain Dance | Water | Status | - | - |
| 29 | Body Slam | Normal | Physical | 85 | 100 |
| 37 | Muddy Water | Water | Special | 95 | 85 |
| 46 | Recover | Normal | Status | - | - |
Egg moves
Shellos learns the following moves via breeding.
See the Shellos egg moves page for details and compatible parents.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mist | Ice | Status | - | - |
| Counter | Fighting | Physical | - | 100 |
| Fissure | Ground | Physical | - | - |
| Sludge | Poison | Special | 65 | 100 |
| Amnesia | Psychic | Status | - | - |
| Curse | Ghost | Status | - | - |
| Mirror Coat | Psychic | Special | - | 100 |
| Stockpile | Normal | Status | - | - |
| Spit Up | Normal | Special | - | 100 |
| Swallow | Normal | Status | - | - |
| Memento | Dark | Status | - | 100 |
| Yawn | Normal | Status | - | - |
| Brine | Water | Special | 65 | 100 |
| Trump Card | Normal | Special | - | ∞ |
| Clear Smog | Poison | Special | 50 | - |
Shellos learns the following moves via breeding.
See the Shellos egg moves page for details and compatible parents.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Counter | Fighting | Physical | - | 100 |
| Fissure | Ground | Physical | - | - |
| Sludge | Poison | Special | 65 | 100 |
| Amnesia | Psychic | Status | - | - |
| Curse | Ghost | Status | - | - |
| Mirror Coat | Psychic | Special | - | 100 |
| Stockpile | Normal | Status | - | - |
| Spit Up | Normal | Special | - | 100 |
| Swallow | Normal | Status | - | - |
| Memento | Dark | Status | - | 100 |
| Yawn | Normal | Status | - | - |
| Trump Card | Normal | Special | - | ∞ |
Move Tutor moves
Shellos can be taught these attacks from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snore | Normal | Special | 40 | 100 |
| Icy Wind | Ice | Special | 55 | 95 |
| Sleep Talk | Normal | Status | - | - |
| Pain Split | Normal | Status | - | - |
| Earth Power | Ground | Special | 90 | 100 |
Shellos can be taught these attacks from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headbutt | Normal | Physical | 70 | 100 |
| String Shot | Bug | Status | - | 95 |
| Snore | Normal | Special | 40 | 100 |
| Icy Wind | Ice | Special | 55 | 95 |
| Pain Split | Normal | Status | - | - |
| AncientPower | Rock | Special | 60 | 100 |
| Dive | Water | Physical | 80 | 100 |
| Earth Power | Ground | Special | 90 | 100 |
Moves learnt by HM
Moves learnt by TM
Shellos is compatible with these Technical Machines:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Toxic | Poison | Status | - | 90 |
| 7 | Hail | Ice | Status | - | - |
| 10 | Hidden Power | Normal | Special | - | 100 |
| 13 | Ice Beam | Ice | Special | 95 | 100 |
| 14 | Blizzard | Ice | Special | 120 | 70 |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | Status | - | - |
| 18 | Rain Dance | Water | Status | - | - |
| 21 | Frustration | Normal | Physical | - | 100 |
| 27 | Return | Normal | Physical | - | 100 |
| 32 | Double Team | Normal | Status | - | - |
| 42 | Facade | Normal | Physical | 70 | 100 |
| 44 | Rest | Psychic | Status | - | - |
| 45 | Attract | Normal | Status | - | 100 |
| 48 | Round | Normal | Special | 60 | 100 |
| 55 | Scald | Water | Special | 80 | 100 |
| 87 | Swagger | Normal | Status | - | 90 |
| 90 | Substitute | Normal | Status | - | - |
Shellos is compatible with these Technical Machines:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Water Pulse | Water | Special | 60 | 100 |
| 6 | Toxic | Poison | Status | - | 90 |
| 7 | Hail | Ice | Status | - | - |
| 10 | Hidden Power | Normal | Special | - | 100 |
| 13 | Ice Beam | Ice | Special | 95 | 100 |
| 14 | Blizzard | Ice | Special | 120 | 70 |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | Status | - | - |
| 18 | Rain Dance | Water | Status | - | - |
| 21 | Frustration | Normal | Physical | - | 100 |
| 27 | Return | Normal | Physical | - | 100 |
| 32 | Double Team | Normal | Status | - | - |
| 42 | Facade | Normal | Physical | 70 | 100 |
| 43 | Secret Power | Normal | Physical | 70 | 100 |
| 44 | Rest | Psychic | Status | - | - |
| 45 | Attract | Normal | Status | - | 100 |
| 55 | Brine | Water | Special | 65 | 100 |
| 58 | Endure | Normal | Status | - | - |
| 78 | Captivate | Normal | Status | - | 100 |
| 82 | Sleep Talk | Normal | Status | - | - |
| 83 | Natural Gift | Normal | Physical | - | 100 |
| 87 | Swagger | Normal | Status | - | 90 |
| 90 | Substitute | Normal | Status | - | - |
Shellos sprites
NORMAL
East form
Black/White
NORMAL
West form
Black/White
SHINY
East form
Black/White
SHINY
West form
Black/White
NORMAL
East form
HG/SS
NORMAL
West form
HG/SS
SHINY
East form
HG/SS
SHINY
West form
HG/SS
East form
Black/White
NORMALWest form
Black/White
SHINYEast form
Black/White
SHINYWest form
Black/White
NORMALEast form
HG/SS
NORMALWest form
HG/SS
SHINYEast form
HG/SS
SHINYWest form
HG/SS
Where to find Shellos
| Pearl Diamond |
Route 205, 213, 218, 221, 224, Fuego Ironworks, Valley Windworks |
|---|---|
| Platinum | Route 205, 212, 213, 218, Canalave City, Fuego Ironworks, Pastoria City, Valley Windworks |
Pokeathlon stats
| Speed | ★ ★ ★ |
|---|---|
| Power | ★ ★ ★ ★ |
| Skill | ★ ★ ★ |
| Stamina | ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ |
| Jump | ★ ★ |
★ Minimum ★ Base stat ★ Maximum
Answers to Shellos questions
- When Pokemon Evolve, Does their Hidden Power Type Change?
- Where in pokemon platinum can I check my pokemons hidden power's type?
- If you hacked to get a Shellos/Gastrodon in Mt. Coronet, what form would it be in?
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