About Shellder
Shellder (Pokédex #0090) is a Water-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 1. It is officially classified as the Bivalve Pokémon. Its hard shell repels any kind of attack. It is vulnerable only when its shell is open.
As a Water-type POKEMON, Shellder has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It takes double damage from Electric, Grass moves. It resists Fire, Water, Ice, Steel moves, taking only half damage from them.
Shellder's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 305 (moderate). Full distribution: HP 30 · ATK 65 · DEF 100 · SP.ATK 45 · SP.DEF 25 · SPD 40. Its standout stat is DEF (100), which makes it best suited for physical defense roles. Its abilities are Shell armor, Skill link, Overcoat, with Overcoat as its hidden ability.
Shellder stands 0.3 m (12") tall and weighs 4.0 kg (8.8 lbs). It is typically found in Sea environments. Capture rate: 190/255 (easy to catch). Growth rate: Slow. Egg groups: Water3.
Shellder is part of the Shellder → Cloyster evolution line (2-stage). Shellder is the base form and can evolve into Cloyster via water stone.
Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Cloyster. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.
