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==Biology== | ==Biology== | ||
===Physiology=== | ===Physiology=== | ||
Skarmory are tall birds with long necks and long legs. They have red feathers under sheaths that cover their very sharp wings. Their skin and feathers are hard because they live and are raised in very harsh conditions. Their nests are usually found in thorn bushes, where continual scratching of their skin will eventually harden it into an iron-like state. Skarmory, like most {{ | Skarmory are tall birds with long necks and long legs. They have red feathers under sheaths that cover their very sharp wings. Their skin and feathers are hard because they live and are raised in very harsh conditions. Their nests are usually found in thorn bushes, where continual scratching of their skin will eventually harden it into an iron-like state. Skarmory, like most {{type|Steel}} Pokémon, are silver-gray except for their red feathers, yellow eyes, and metallic-blue neck, talons, and tail. Their feet both have three toes on them, two in front and one in back, and their tail has hooked ends. Skarmory also possesses a pointed, triangular crest on its head, and, although Skarmory are otherwise birdlike, several teeth in its lower jaw. Their wings are actually hollow, despite their appearance, allowing them to travel up to 190mph (300 km/h). | ||
These wings can also be moved in separate instances, as demonstrated in Black and White sprite. | These wings can also be moved in separate instances, as demonstrated in Black and White sprite. | ||
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[[File:Barry Skarmory.png|thumb|250px|Skarmory in the anime]] | [[File:Barry Skarmory.png|thumb|250px|Skarmory in the anime]] | ||
===Major appearances=== | ===Major appearances=== | ||
Skarmory made its anime debut in ''[[EP152|Hot Matches]]''. It belonged to a Trainer named [[Miki]], who was looking to battle any {{ | Skarmory made its anime debut in ''[[EP152|Hot Matches]]''. It belonged to a Trainer named [[Miki]], who was looking to battle any {{type|Fire}} Pokémon. She used it to battle [[Brock's Vulpix]] and [[Ash's Cyndaquil]]. | ||
{{MTR}} and {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} had their food stolen by a Skarmory in ''[[PK11|Camp Pikachu]]''. | {{MTR}} and {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} had their food stolen by a Skarmory in ''[[PK11|Camp Pikachu]]''. | ||
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[[Attila]] owned a Skarmory in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]''. | [[Attila]] owned a Skarmory in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]''. | ||
Skarmory was one of the {{ | Skarmory was one of the {{type|Steel}} Pokémon that were picking on a wild {{AP|Torkoal}} in ''[[AG058|All Torkoal, No Play]]''. | ||
Multiple Skarmory appeared in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' as part of the feuding armies. Three of them attacked [[Sir Aaron]] and his {{p|Pidgeot}}. | Multiple Skarmory appeared in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]'' as part of the feuding armies. Three of them attacked [[Sir Aaron]] and his {{p|Pidgeot}}. | ||
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* Skarmory can be seen as a parallel to {{p|Mantine}}. Both of them are {{type|Flying}} {{cat|Generation II Pokémon}}. Skarmory is exclusive to {{game3|Gold and Silver|Pokémon Silver|s}} and {{game3|HeartGold and SoulSilver|SoulSilver|s}}, while Mantine is exclusive to {{game3|Gold and Silver|Pokémon Gold|s}} and {{game3|HeartGold and SoulSilver|HeartGold|s}}. Furthermore, neither of the two had any evolutions in Gold and Silver. | * Skarmory can be seen as a parallel to {{p|Mantine}}. Both of them are {{type|Flying}} {{cat|Generation II Pokémon}}. Skarmory is exclusive to {{game3|Gold and Silver|Pokémon Silver|s}} and {{game3|HeartGold and SoulSilver|SoulSilver|s}}, while Mantine is exclusive to {{game3|Gold and Silver|Pokémon Gold|s}} and {{game3|HeartGold and SoulSilver|HeartGold|s}}. Furthermore, neither of the two had any evolutions in Gold and Silver. | ||
** They also have the exact same base stats, except that Mantine is oriented towards the [[Special move|special]] stats, while Skarmory is more based in the [[Physical move|physical]] stats. | ** They also have the exact same base stats, except that Mantine is oriented towards the [[Special move|special]] stats, while Skarmory is more based in the [[Physical move|physical]] stats. | ||
* Although Skarmory is part {{ | * Although Skarmory is part {{type|Steel}} and has a tail and claws, it cannot learn {{m|Iron Tail}} or {{m|Metal Claw}}. | ||
* Skarmory has kidnapped more Pokémon and people in the anime than any other Pokémon, with the possible exception of {{MTR}}. It has kidnapped [[Jessie's Wobbuffet]], {{an|May}}, an {{p|Azumarill}}, {{MTR}}, and in the Mystery Dungeon special it also kidnapped {{p|Diglett}}, {{p|Pichu}} and {{p|Pikachu}}. | * Skarmory has kidnapped more Pokémon and people in the anime than any other Pokémon, with the possible exception of {{MTR}}. It has kidnapped [[Jessie's Wobbuffet]], {{an|May}}, an {{p|Azumarill}}, {{MTR}}, and in the Mystery Dungeon special it also kidnapped {{p|Diglett}}, {{p|Pichu}} and {{p|Pikachu}}. | ||
* Skarmory is the only Pokémon to learn {{m|Steel Wing}} via level-up, and is one of only three Pokémon that get [[Same-type attack bonus|STAB]] from it. The other two are {{p|Scizor}} and {{p|Empoleon}}. | * Skarmory is the only Pokémon to learn {{m|Steel Wing}} via level-up, and is one of only three Pokémon that get [[Same-type attack bonus|STAB]] from it. The other two are {{p|Scizor}} and {{p|Empoleon}}. |
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Skarmory (Japanese: エアームド Airmd) is a dual-type Steel/Flying Pokémon.
It is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon.
Biology
Physiology
Skarmory are tall birds with long necks and long legs. They have red feathers under sheaths that cover their very sharp wings. Their skin and feathers are hard because they live and are raised in very harsh conditions. Their nests are usually found in thorn bushes, where continual scratching of their skin will eventually harden it into an iron-like state. Skarmory, like most Steel-type Pokémon, are silver-gray except for their red feathers, yellow eyes, and metallic-blue neck, talons, and tail. Their feet both have three toes on them, two in front and one in back, and their tail has hooked ends. Skarmory also possesses a pointed, triangular crest on its head, and, although Skarmory are otherwise birdlike, several teeth in its lower jaw. Their wings are actually hollow, despite their appearance, allowing them to travel up to 190mph (300 km/h). These wings can also be moved in separate instances, as demonstrated in Black and White sprite.
Gender differences
None.
Special abilities
Despite being covered in extremely durable armor, they are also surprisingly swift in flight, and its feathers are sharp enough to be used as swords and knives.
Behavior
Skarmory are highly territorial and will attack anyone who threatens them. They also choose to build their nests out of sharp brambles. Skarmory's steel wings become tattered and bashed in from repeated battles, but once a year the battered wings grow back completely, restoring the cutting edges to a pristine state.
Habitat
Skarmory like to live in tough terrain, often near volcanic areas in Hoenn and Sinnoh and mountains in Johto. There have also been sightings of this Pokémon in the deserts of Orre. They always build their nests in thorns and brambles. This ensures their offspring's safety, as no other Pokémon can get near and their offspring's skin will be scratched until it is hard like its parents'.
Diet
- Main article: Pokémon food
In the anime
Major appearances
Skarmory made its anime debut in Hot Matches. It belonged to a Trainer named Miki, who was looking to battle any Fire-type Pokémon. She used it to battle Brock's Vulpix and Ash's Cyndaquil.
Meowth and Wobbuffet had their food stolen by a Skarmory in Camp Pikachu.
A Skarmory kidnapped May and dumped her in a Forbidden Forest in Grass Hysteria.
Winona's Skarmory was in Who's Flying Now?. She was letting people take rides on it during the Feather Festival.
A Skarmory kidnapped an Azumarill in Pikachu's Summer Festival. It later battled May's Combusken.
In Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Go-Getters out of the Gate!, a Skarmory kidnapped Pikachu and Pichu. Team Go-Getters battled it and eventually managed to save the two electric rodents. After the battle, the Skarmory claims to have no memory of the event, although why it is has not been known. Charmander guessed that, "Maybe Skarmory bumped its head."
Barry owns a Skarmory, which he used in his battle against Paul in Casting a Paul on Barry! at the Lily of the Valley Conference. It was able to use Spikes, but was easily defeated by Paul's Magmortar.
Minor appearances
Attila owned a Skarmory in The Legend of Thunder!.
Skarmory was one of the Steel-type Pokémon that were picking on a wild Torkoal in All Torkoal, No Play.
Multiple Skarmory appeared in Lucario and the Mystery of Mew as part of the feuding armies. Three of them attacked Sir Aaron and his Pidgeot.
May's Squirtle defeated a Skarmory during the Mulberry Contest in Going for Choke.
Several Skarmory appeared in Steeling Peace of Mind! and Saving the World From Ruins!.
Taylor's Skarmory appeared in Pursuing a Lofty Goal! as one of the participants of the PokéRinger competition.
Several Skarmory appeared in Pillars of Friendship, under the command of J's henchmen.
A Skarmory appeared in the opening scenes of Zoroark: Master of Illusions.
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In the manga
In the Pokémon Adventures manga
Gold helped Falkner capture a Skarmory. Falkner then passed the Gym Leader test using it, becoming the new Gym Leader of Violet City.
Winona is later seen with a Skarmory, which she uses to battle Team Aqua.
Carr uses a Skarmory to escape from Team Rocket's airship in the FireRed & LeafGreen arc.
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In the TCG
- Main article: Skarmory (TCG)
In the TFG
One Skarmory figure has been released.
Other appearances
Super Smash Bros. Brawl
In the Pokémon Stadium 2, a Skarmory can be seen flying on the Flying Terrain. Other guest Pokémon found in the Flying Terrain include a Drifloon and a Hoppip drifting in the distance.
Trophy Information
"An Armor Bird Pokémon with a steel-hard body and wings. It flies at speeds up to 186 miles per hour and slices enemies with sharp steel wings that grow dull over time. It grows new wings once a year, which regain their original sharpness. It's said that people used to use fallen wings for swords and knives. It can fly so quickly and freely because it has light, hollow bones."
Game data
NPC appearances
- Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Skarmory resides at the top of Mt. Steel where it does not like being disturbed. Skarmory holds a Diglett captive and attacks the player. After being defeated, it flies away and doesn't return. However, the player can have a Skarmory join their team after beating the game in the following dungeons: Western Cave 40F-49F; Wish Cave 18F-19F.
- Pokémon Ranger: Skarmory is Elita's partner Pokémon. The player also sees it at the Grassland Challenge.
Pokédex entries
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Game locations
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In side games
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Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire |
Volcano (Ruby Field) |
Pokémon Trozei! | Secret Storage 5 Trozei Battle Mr. Who's Den |
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Red/Blue Rescue Team |
Western Cave (40F-49F) Wish Cave (18F-19F) |
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Explorers of Time/Darkness |
Sky Stairway (1F-49F) |
Pokémon Ranger | Kisara Plains |
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia |
Chroma Highlands |
Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs |
Sky Thunder Temple |
Pokémon Rumble Blast | Factory: Sunny Seashore Tower: All* |
Held items
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Colosseum | Sharp Beak (100%) | ||
FireRed | LeafGreen | Sharp Beak (5%) |
Stats
Base stats
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HP: 65
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125 - 172 | 240 - 334 | |
80
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76 - 145 | 148 - 284 | |
140
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130 - 211 | 256 - 416 | |
40
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40 - 101 | 76 - 196 | |
70
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67 - 134 | 130 - 262 | |
70
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67 - 134 | 130 - 262 | |
Total: 465
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Type effectiveness
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Learnset
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By TM/HM
By breeding
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Assurance | Dark | Physical | 50 | 100% | 10 | |||||
Brave Bird | Flying | Physical | 120 | 100% | 15 | |||||
Curse* | Ghost | Status | — | —% | 10 | |||||
Drill Peck | Flying | Physical | 80 | 100% | 20 | |||||
Endure‡ | Normal | Status | — | —% | 10 | |||||
Guard Swap | Psychic | Status | — | —% | 10 | |||||
Pursuit | Dark | Physical | 40 | 100% | 20 | |||||
Sky Attack | Flying | Physical | 140 | 90% | 5 | |||||
Stealth Rock‡ | Rock | Status | — | —% | 20 | |||||
Whirlwind | Normal | Status | — | 100% | 20 | |||||
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By tutoring
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Dream World-only moves
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Dream World | Drill Peck | Flying | Physical | 80 | 100% | 20 | ||||
Dream World | Roost | Flying | Status | — | —% | 10 | ||||
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Side game data
Pokémon Pinball
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Evolution
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Sprites
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I | Red | Blue | Yellow | Red (Ja) | Green | Back | |
This Pokémon did not appear during Generation I. | |||||||
II | Gold | Silver | Crystal | Back | |||
III | Ruby | Sapphire | Emerald | FireRed | LeafGreen | Back | |
IV | Diamond | Pearl | Platinum | HeartGold | SoulSilver | Back | |
V | Black | White | Black 2 | White 2 | Back | ||
Trivia
- No other Pokémon has the same type combination as Skarmory.
- Skarmory can be seen as a parallel to Mantine. Both of them are Flying-type Generation II Pokémon. Skarmory is exclusive to Pokémon Silver and SoulSilver, while Mantine is exclusive to Pokémon Gold and HeartGold. Furthermore, neither of the two had any evolutions in Gold and Silver.
- Although Skarmory is part Steel-type and has a tail and claws, it cannot learn Iron Tail or Metal Claw.
- Skarmory has kidnapped more Pokémon and people in the anime than any other Pokémon, with the possible exception of Meowth. It has kidnapped Jessie's Wobbuffet, May, an Azumarill, Meowth, and in the Mystery Dungeon special it also kidnapped Diglett, Pichu and Pikachu.
- Skarmory is the only Pokémon to learn Steel Wing via level-up, and is one of only three Pokémon that get STAB from it. The other two are Scizor and Empoleon.
- Skarmory has the highest base Defense of all Flying-type Pokémon.
Origin
Skarmory has much in common with the Andean Condor and also shares characteristics of pteranodons, and cranes, birds which are held in high esteem in Japan. It is also similar to many mythologic, metallic birds such as the Stymphalian Birds, the Gagana, and the Alicanto. Skarmory is also believed to be based on an armored knight.
Name origin
Skarmory is a combination of sky and armory or armor. It may also include scar, given how its sharp body could easily wound its prey and even leave them with scars; scar may also refer to Skarmory's own skin, being cut repeatedly in brambles when it is young and building up the harder, callused or scar-like tissue which makes up its steely hide as an adult.
Airmd may be based on air or a pun on armed or armored.
In other languages
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