Shelmet

Shelmet (Pokédex #0616) is a Bug-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 5. It is officially classified as the Snail Pokémon. When attacked, it defends itself by closing the lid of its shell. It can spit a sticky, poisonous liquid.

As a Bug-type POKEMON, Shelmet has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It takes double damage from Fire, Flying, Rock moves. It resists Grass, Fighting, Ground moves, taking only half damage from them.

Shelmet's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 305 (moderate). Full distribution: HP 50 · ATK 40 · DEF 85 · SP.ATK 40 · SP.DEF 65 · SPD 25. Its standout stat is DEF (85), which makes it best suited for physical defense roles. Its abilities are Hydration, Shell armor, Overcoat, with Overcoat as its hidden ability.

Shelmet stands 0.4 m (16") tall and weighs 7.7 kg (17.0 lbs). Capture rate: 200/255 (very easy to catch). Growth rate: Medium. Egg groups: Bug.

Shelmet is part of the Shelmet → Accelgor evolution line (2-stage). Shelmet is the base form and can evolve into Accelgor via Trade.

Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Accelgor. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.