Cloyster • Generation IV Pokédex
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Cloyster
Cloyster's Type
Cloyster's Pokédex #s
- National #
- 91
- Galar #
- 151
- Armor #
- 132
- Crown #
- --
Cloyster's Base Stats
- HP:
- 50
- Attack:
- 95
- Defense:
- 180
- Sp. Atk:
- 85
- Sp. Def:
- 45
- Speed:
- 70
- Total:
- 525
Misc. Info
- Height:
- 4'11" (1.5m)
- Weight:
- 292.1 lbs. (132.5 kg)
- Gender Ratio:
- Egg Groups:
- Water 3
- EXP At Lv. 100:
- 1,250,000
- EV Yield:
- 2 Defense
- Base EXP:
- 184
- Catch Rate:
- 60
- Base Happiness:
- 70
Cloyster's Abilities
Here are what abilities Cloyster can possibly have, along with their effects.
- Shell Armor
- Damaging moves targeting Cloyster cannot inflict critical hits.
- Skill Link
- Cloyster's moves that hit two to five times are guaranteed to hit five times.
- Overcoat
- Cloyster does not take damage from weather.
Weaknesses & Resistances
Below is a list of what Cloyster's weakness and resistance is to various types.
- 2×
- ½
- ¼
Cloyster's Moves
Below is a list of all of the moves that Cloyster can learn, along with what level it learns the move, the TM or TR number, and what egg moves it can learn, if any. Hover over a move (desktop/laptop) or click the ? button next to the move (mobile/tablet) to find out more about the move.
Cloyster's Detailed Stats
Below you'll find a more detailed table containing Cloyster's calculated stats, which are the stats that you actually see displayed in game. These are affected by a variety of things, such as level, Effort Values (EVs), Individual Values (IVs), and Cloyster's Nature.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Cloyster is level 100: its stats with 0 EVs, 252+ (max) EVs, 0 IVs, and 31 (max) IVs. Nature is not shown by default, so its maximum is 10% higher than shown here, and minium 10% lower.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Cloyster is level 100: its stats with 0 EVs, 252+ (max) EVs, 0 IVs, and 31 (max) IVs. Nature is not shown by default, so its maximum is 10% higher than shown here, and minium 10% lower.
| Stats at level 100 |
0 EVs | 252+ EVs | Base Stat | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min | Max | Min | Max | ||
| HP | 210 | 241 | 273 | 304 | 50 |
| Attack | 195 | 226 | 258 | 289 | 95 |
| Defense | 365 | 396 | 428 | 459 | 180 |
| Sp. Atk | 175 | 206 | 238 | 269 | 85 |
| Sp. Def | 95 | 126 | 158 | 189 | 45 |
| Speed | 145 | 176 | 208 | 239 | 70 |
| Total | 525 | ||||
Where to Find Cloyster
If you're looking for where to find Cloyster, you'll find the various methods listed down below, along with any notes or special locations. This should help you figure out how to get Cloyster in Pokémon Sword & Shield. (Currently this does not show most "strong" static encounters or Max Raid Battles.)
Cloyster in the Wild
Giant's Seat
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Courageous Cavern
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| 10% |
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Loop Lagoon
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| 10% |
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Getting Cloyster By Evolution
Evolves from Shellder by using a 
Water Stone on it.
Water Stone on it.Pokédex Entries for Cloyster
Generation 4 Pokédex Entries
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
It fights by keeping its shell tightly shut for protection and by shooting spikes to repel foes.
HeartGold
Once it slams its shell shut, it is impossible to open, even by those with superior strength.
SoulSilver
CLOYSTER that live in seas with harsh tidal currents grow large, sharp spikes on their shells.
Generation 3 Pokédex Entries
Ruby
Sapphire
CLOYSTER is capable of swimming in the sea. It does so by swallowing water, then jetting it out toward the rear. This POKéMON shoots spikes from its shell using the same system.
Emerald
It swims in the sea by swallowing water, then jetting it out toward the rear. The CLOYSTER shoots spikes from its shell using the same system.
FireRed
Its shell is extremely hard. It cannot be shattered, even with a bomb. The shell opens only when it is attacking.
LeafGreen
When attacked, it launches its horns in quick volleys. Its innards have never been seen.
Generation 2 Pokédex Entries
Gold
Once it slams its shell shut, it is impossible to open, even by those with superior strength.
Silver
CLOYSTER that live in seas with harsh tidal currents grow large, sharp spikes on their shells.
Crystal
Even a missile can't break the spikes it uses to stab opponents. They're even harder than its shell.
Generation 1 Pokédex Entries
Red
Blue
When attacked, it launches its horns in quick volleys. Its innards have never been seen.
Yellow
For protection, it uses its harder-than-diamonds shell. It also shoots spikes from the shell.