About Gastrodon
Gastrodon (Pokédex #0423) is a Water/Ground-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 4. It is officially classified as the Sea Slug Pokémon. It has a pliable body without any bones. If any part of its body is torn off, it grows right back.
As a Water/Ground-type POKEMON, Gastrodon has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It has a 4× weakness to Grass — these moves deal quadruple damage and should always be avoided in battle. Conversely, Gastrodon is completely immune to Electric — these moves deal zero damage regardless of power. It resists Fire, Poison, Rock, Steel moves, taking only half damage from them.
Gastrodon's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 475 (solid). Full distribution: HP 111 · ATK 83 · DEF 68 · SP.ATK 92 · SP.DEF 82 · SPD 39. Its standout stat is HP (111), which makes it best suited for bulk and endurance roles. Its abilities are Sticky hold, Storm drain, Sand force, with Sand force as its hidden ability.
Gastrodon stands 0.9 m (35") tall and weighs 29.9 kg (65.9 lbs). Capture rate: 75/255 (moderate to catch). Growth rate: Medium. Egg groups: Water1, Indeterminate.
Gastrodon is part of the Shellos → Gastrodon evolution line (2-stage). Gastrodon is the final evolved form — the strongest stage of this line.
Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Shellos. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.
