Steelix • Gold/Silver/Crystal Pokédex
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Steelix
Steelix's Type
Steelix's Pokédex #s
- National #
- 208
- Galar #
- 179
- Armor #
- --
- Crown #
- --
- Sinnoh #
- 35
Steelix's Base Stats
- HP:
- 75
- Attack:
- 85
- Defense:
- 200
- Sp. Atk:
- 55
- Sp. Def:
- 65
- Speed:
- 30
- Total:
- 510
Misc. Info
- Height:
- 30'2" (9.2m)
- Weight:
- 881.8 lbs. (400 kg)
- Gender Ratio:
- Egg Groups:
- Mineral
- EXP At Lv. 100:
- 1,000,000
- Base EXP:
- 179
- Catch Rate:
- 25
- Base Happiness:
- 70
Steelix's Abilities
Here are what abilities Steelix can possibly have, along with their effects.
- Rock Head
- Prevents all recoil damage Steelix takes from moves that cause recoil damage.
- Sturdy
- If Steelix has full HP and would be knocked out by a single hit, it survives with 1 HP. Also protects against OHKO moves.
- Sheer Force
- Damaging moves that have a % chance of an extra effect occurring lose that effect, but do 30% more damage.
Weaknesses & Resistances
Below is a list of what Steelix's weakness and resistance is to various types.
- 2×
- ½
- ¼
- immune
Steelix's Evolution Line
Below you'll find a list of all Pokémon Steelix evolves from or into, along with its evolution method.
Steelix's Alternate Forms
Gender Differences
Male ♂
Female ♀
Steelix's Moves
Below is a list of all of the moves that Steelix 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.
Steelix's Detailed Stats
Below you'll find a more detailed table containing Steelix'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 Steelix's Nature.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Steelix 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 Steelix 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 | 260 | 290 | 324 | 354 | 75 |
| Attack | 175 | 205 | 239 | 269 | 85 |
| Defense | 405 | 435 | 469 | 499 | 200 |
| Sp. Atk | 115 | 145 | 179 | 209 | 55 |
| Sp. Def | 135 | 165 | 199 | 229 | 65 |
| Speed | 65 | 95 | 129 | 159 | 30 |
| Total | 510 | ||||
Where to Find Steelix
If you're looking for where to find Steelix, 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 Steelix in Pokémon Sword & Shield. (Currently this does not show most "strong" static encounters or Max Raid Battles.)
Special Ways to Get Steelix
Available in some Max Raid Dens in the Wild Area.
Getting Steelix By Evolution
Evolves from Onix when traded while holding a 
Metal Coat.
Metal Coat.Pokédex Entries for Steelix
Generation 2 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.