Steelix
Steelix is a Steel/Ground type Pokémon introduced in Generation 2.
Steelix has a Mega Evolution, available in Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire and Pokémon Go.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0208 |
|---|---|
| Type | Steel Ground |
| Species | Iron Snake Pokémon |
| Height | 9.2 m (30′02″) |
| Weight | 400.0 kg (881.8 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Rock Head 2. Sturdy Sheer Force (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0063 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0035 (Diamond/Pearl) 0035 (Platinum) 0063 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0072 (Black 2/White 2) 0054 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0179 (Sword/Shield) 0035 (Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl) 0119 (Legends: Arceus) 0198 (Legends: Z-A) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Defense |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 25 (3.3% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 179 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 25 (6,169–6,425 steps) |
Base stats
| 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 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0208 |
|---|---|
| Type | Steel Ground |
| Species | Iron Snake Pokémon |
| Height | 10.5 m (34′05″) |
| Weight | 740.0 kg (1631.4 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Sand Force |
| Local № | 0063 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0035 (Diamond/Pearl) 0035 (Platinum) 0063 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0072 (Black 2/White 2) 0054 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0179 (Sword/Shield) 0035 (Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl) 0119 (Legends: Arceus) 0198 (Legends: Z-A) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Defense |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 25 (3.3% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 214 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 25 (6,169–6,425 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 75 | 260 | 354 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 125 | 229 | 383 | |
| Defense | 230 | 418 | 614 | |
| Sp. Atk | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
| Sp. Def | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
| Speed | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
| Total | 610 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Steelix changes
- In Generations 2-4, Steelix has a base experience yield of 196.
- In Generations 2-7, Steelix has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Gold | Its body has been compressed deep under the ground. As a result, it is even harder than a diamond. |
|---|---|
| Silver | It is said that if an ONIX lives for over 100 years, its composition changes to become diamond-like. |
| Crystal | The many small metal particles that cover this POKéMON’s body reflect bright light well. |
| Ruby Sapphire |
STEELIX lives even further underground than ONIX. This POKéMON is known to dig towards the earth’s core. There are records of this POKéMON reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground. |
| FireRed | It is said that if an ONIX lives for over 100 years, its composition changes to become diamond-like. |
| LeafGreen | Its body has been compressed deep under the ground. As a result, it is even harder than diamond. |
| Emerald | STEELIX live even further underground than ONIX. This POKéMON is known to dig toward the earth’s core, reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground. |
| Diamond | Tempered underground under high pressure and heat, its body is harder than any metal. |
| Pearl | It chews its way through boulders with its sturdy jaws. Its eyes can see in the darkness underground. |
| Platinum | It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil. |
| HeartGold | Its body has been compressed deep under the ground. As a result, it is even harder than a diamond. |
| SoulSilver | It’s said that if an ONIX lives for 100 years, its composition becomes diamondlike as it evolves into a STEELIX. |
| Black White |
It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil. |
| Black 2 White 2 |
The iron it ingested with the soil it swallowed transformed its body and made it harder than diamonds. |
| X | Tempered underground under high pressure and heat, its body is harder than any metal. |
| Y | It chews its way through boulders with its sturdy jaws. Its eyes can see in the darkness underground. |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Steelix lives even further underground than Onix. This Pokémon is known to dig toward the earth’s core. There are records of this Pokémon reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground. |
| Sword | It is said that if an Onix lives for over 100 years, its composition changes to become diamond-like. |
| Shield | It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil. |
| Brilliant Diamond | Tempered underground under high pressure and heat, its body is harder than any metal. |
| Shining Pearl | It chews its way through boulders with its sturdy jaws. Its eyes can see in the darkness underground. |
| Legends: Arceus | This Pokémon evolved through use of a strange item. Its body is coated with steel powder and notably hard—not even diamond can leave so much as a scratch. |
Moves learned by Steelix
Moves learnt by level up
Steelix learns the following moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 1 | Harden | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Rock Throw | Rock | 50 | 90 | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 12 | Dragon Breath | Dragon | 60 | 100 | |
| 16 | Curse | Ghost | — | — | |
| 20 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| 22 | Breaking Swipe | Dragon | 60 | 100 | |
| 24 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 28 | Sand Tomb | Ground | 35 | 85 | |
| 32 | Stealth Rock | Rock | — | — | |
| 36 | Heavy Slam | Steel | — | 100 | |
| 44 | Dig | Ground | 80 | 100 | |
| 52 | Stone Edge | Rock | 100 | 80 | |
| 56 | Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
| 62 | Head Smash | Rock | 150 | 80 |
Egg moves
Steelix does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Move Tutor moves
Steelix can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Legends: Z-A from move tutors (details):
Moves learnt by TM
Steelix is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Legends: Z-A:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Fire Fang | Fire | 65 | 95 | |
| 15 | Ice Fang | Ice | 65 | 95 | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 21 | Thunder Fang | Electric | 65 | 95 | |
| 33 | Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | |
| 35 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 36 | Rock Tomb | Rock | 60 | 95 | |
| 44 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 48 | Self-Destruct | Normal | 200 | 100 | |
| 52 | Earth Power | Ground | 90 | 100 | |
| 55 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 58 | Iron Head | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
| 69 | Earthquake | Ground | 100 | 100 | |
| 75 | Dragon Pulse | Dragon | 85 | 100 | |
| 80 | Iron Defense | Steel | — | — | |
| 84 | Flash Cannon | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
| 85 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 90 | Dark Pulse | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 95 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 110 | Rock Blast | Rock | 25 | 90 |
Moves learnt by level up
Steelix learns the following moves in Pokémon Legends: Arceus at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rollout | Rock | 30 | 90 | |
| 6 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 11 | Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 | |
| 18 | Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| 25 | Stealth Rock | Rock | — | — | |
| 34 | High Horsepower | Ground | 95 | 95 | |
| 43 | Iron Tail | Steel | 100 | 75 |
Move Tutor moves
Steelix can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Legends: Arceus from move tutors:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Tail | Water | 90 | 90 | |
| Bulldoze | Ground | 60 | 100 | |
| Dark Pulse | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| Earth Power | Ground | 90 | 100 | |
| Fire Fang | Fire | 65 | 95 | |
| Flash Cannon | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
| Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| High Horsepower | Ground | 95 | 95 | |
| Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| Ice Ball | Ice | 30 | 90 | |
| Ice Fang | Ice | 65 | 95 | |
| Iron Head | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
| Iron Tail | Steel | 100 | 75 | |
| Power Shift | Normal | — | — | |
| Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| Rock Slide | Rock | 75 | 90 | |
| Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 | |
| Stealth Rock | Rock | — | — | |
| Steel Beam | Steel | 140 | 95 | |
| Stone Edge | Rock | 100 | 80 | |
| Thunder Fang | Electric | 65 | 95 |
Steelix sprites
| Type | Generation 2 | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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| Shiny |
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Where to find Steelix
| Gold Silver Crystal |
Evolve Onix |
|---|---|
| Ruby Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Evolve Onix |
| Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl |
Iron Island, Snowpoint Temple, Victory Road |
| Platinum | Iron Island, Victory Road |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Cliff Cave, Mt. Silver, Olivine City |
| Black White |
Evolve Onix |
| Black 2 White 2 |
Twist Mountain, Clay Tunnel, Underground Ruins |
| X Y |
Cyllage City |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Onix |
| Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Evolve Onix |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Evolve Onix |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Iron Island, Snowpoint Temple, Victory Road |
| Legends: Arceus | Celestica Trail |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Steelix questions
- What is a good moveset for Steelix?
- When Pokemon Evolve, Does their Hidden Power Type Change?
- Is Scizor better than Steelix?
- Head Smash or Stone Edge for Steelix?
- Rock polish or trick room steelix?
- How can Steelix learn curse?
- Does Explosion get priority?
- Steelix is immune to Life Orb?
- What value does STAB give the 1.5x multiplier to?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Steelix |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ハガネール (Haganeil) |
| German | Stahlos |
| French | Steelix |
| Italian | Steelix |
| Spanish | Steelix |
| Korean | 강철톤 (gangcheolton) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 大钢蛇 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 大鋼蛇 |
| English |
Iron Snake Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | てつへびポケモン |
| German | Stahlboa-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Serpenfer |
| Italian | Pokémon Ferroserpe |
| Spanish | Pokémon Serpiente Férrea |
| Korean | 철뱀포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 铁蛇宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 鐵蛇寶可夢 |
Name origin
- steel
- a metal alloy
- onyx
- a type of rock; Onix is Steelix’s prevolution

