Magneton (Japanese: レアコイル Rarecoil) is a dual-type Electric/Steel Pokémon and formerly, in Generation I, a pure Electric-type Pokémon.
It evolves from Magnemite starting at level 30 and evolves into Magnezone when leveled up in either Mt. Coronet, Chargestone Cave, or on Kalos Route 13.
Biology
Magneton is the result of three Magnemite being linked together by a strong magnetic force, although a single Magnemite can evolve by itself when no other Magnemite are in the vicinity. The three Magnemite that Magneton consists of can be linked several ways. Magneton is most commonly seen as one Magnemite on top, and two Magnemite linked via body on the bottom, forming a triangle. However, in some cases, commonly seen in 3D Pokémon games, the Magnemite will not be connected at all, remaining in a triangular formation at rest, and being able to freely move within each other's vicinity to form other patterns. The magnetic forces that holds the three Magnemite together is powerful enough to dry up all moisture and raise the temperature 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit in the vicinity. It can also be disruptive to electronic devices.
Even though Magneton is a mechanical creature, it still has the need to eat. As seen in the anime, food for Magneton consists of electrical currents. It is usually found in rough terrain, often near power plants. When sunspots flare up, Magneton tends to appear more often, presumably due to the changes in the sun's magnetic field. It has been shown in the manga that it possesses the ability to form its electricity into both platforms and barriers. Despite its modern, artificial appearance, carvings depicting Magneton have been discovered at the Ruins of Alph, indicating it has existed for at least 1,500 years.
In the anime
Shiny Magneton in the anime
Major appearances
Magneton first appeared in Sparks Fly for Magnemite. They, along with Magnemite, saved Ash and company from a Grimer attack.
A Magnemite that belonged to Ethan in Get Along, Little Pokémon evolved into a Magneton to save Ash and his Pikachu from Team Rocket.
Several Magneton attacked a Pokémon Center in The Poké Spokesman, but the Poké Spokesman was able to calm them down and stop the attack.
A group of Magnemite and a Magneton appeared as security guards in Current Events. Ash was attacked by the Magnemite, but when Ash retaliated with his Chikorita, a Magneton showed up and attacked.
Jackson used a Shiny Magneton against Ash during the Silver Conference in Tie One On!. It proved to be very strong, knocking out two of Ash's team members.
Wattson used a Magneton in his brief Gym Battle with Ash in Watt's with Wattson?. Several wild Magneton appeared later in the episode.
In All Torkoal, No Play!, Magneton was one of the Steel-type Pokémon in Steel Valley picking on a wild Torkoal.
An army of Magnemite and Magneton appeared in Giratina and the Sky Warrior under the ownership of the main villain, Zero.
Clemont owns a Magneton that appeared in XY009. It stays at the Lumiose City Gym. This Magneton was shown to be able to separate itself into 3 Magnemite in order to dodge attacks.
Minor appearances
A Magneton appeared in Mewtwo Strikes Back.
Magneton also appeared in The Power of One.
A Magneton belonging to an unnamed Trainer appeared in a Hall of Fame photograph in Hello, Pummelo!.
Several Magneton were among the Electric Pokémon that were lured by the "Miracle Crystal" that Attila and Hun were using in The Legend of Thunder!.
A Magnemite appeared in the opening of Lucario and the Mystery of Mew.
A group of Magneton appeared in Saving the World From Ruins! among the numerous other Steel types on Iron Island.
Pokédex entries
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Entry
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EP101
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Magneton
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Ash's Pokédex
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Magneton, the Magnet Pokémon. The evolved form of Magnemite. Its heavy gravitational power allow it to float, and it can emit powerful magnetic and electric fields.
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In the manga
In the Pokémon Adventures manga
Magneton makes a cameo aboard the S.S. Anne in Danger: High Voltorb as one of Lt. Surge's Pokémon ready to attack Red. However, it debuts in the next round, Buzz Off, Electabuzz!, when some of them torture Red with Thunderbolt. Lt. Surge has a squad of Magneton, capable of using electromagnetism to create a tetrahedral aura. This aura is able to ferry people as well as attack and trap anything within, as seen in Volumes 3, 7, 10, and 12.
Another Magneton is shown as a member of Wattson's team, as well as two in Jasmine's.
Cyrus was briefly shown with a Magneton before it evolved into a Magnezone in Mt. Coronet.
In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga
A Magneton participated in a baseball match in Fierce Competition at the Pokémon Baseball Tournament!.
In the TCG
- Main article: Magneton (TCG)
Game data
Pokédex entries
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
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Generation I
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Red
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Formed by several Magnemite linked together. They frequently appear when sunspots flare up.
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Blue
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Yellow
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Generates strange radio signals. It raises the temperature by 3.6F degrees within 3,300 feet.
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Stadium
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Formed by Magnemite that link together when the number of black spots on the sun increases. Fires high-voltage power, etc.
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Generation II
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Gold
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Three Magnemite are linked by a strong magnetic force. Earaches will occur if you get too close.
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Silver
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The Magnemite are united by a magnetism so powerful, it dries all moisture in its vicinities.
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Crystal
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When many Magneton gather together, the resulting magnetic storm disrupts radio waves.
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Stadium 2
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Three Magnemite are linked by a strong magnetic force. Earaches will occur if you get too close.
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Generation III
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Ruby
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Magneton emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to mechanical devices. As a result, large cities sound sirens to warn citizens of large-scale outbreaks of this Pokémon.
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Sapphire
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Magneton emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to electronics and precision instruments. Because of this, it is said that some towns warn people to keep this Pokémon inside a Poké Ball.
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Emerald
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It is actually three Magnemite linked by magnetism. It generates powerful radio waves that raise temperatures by 3.6 degrees F within a 3,300-foot radius.
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FireRed
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A linked cluster formed of several Magnemite. It discharges powerful magnetic waves at high voltage.
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LeafGreen
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Formed by several Magnemite linked together. They frequently appear when sunspots flare up.
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Generation IV
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Diamond
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It is actually three Magnemite linked by magnetism. A group can set off a magnetic storm.
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Pearl
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Platinum
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Many mysteriously appear when more sunspots dot the sun. They stop TV sets from displaying properly.
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HeartGold
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Three Magnemite are linked by a strong magnetic force. Earaches will occur if you get too close.
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SoulSilver
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The Magnemite are united by a magnetism so powerful, it dries all moisture in its vicinity.
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Generation V
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Black
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Many mysteriously appear when more sunspots dot the sun. They stop TV sets from displaying properly.
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White
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Black 2
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The stronger electromagnetic waves from the three linked Magnemite are enough to dry out surrounding moisture.
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White 2
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Generation VI
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X
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A link cluster formed of several Magnemite. It discharges powerful magnetic waves at high voltage.
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Y
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Generates strange radio signals. It raises the temperature by 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit within 3,300 feet.
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Game locations
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
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In side games
Held items
Stats
Base stats
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Range
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At Lv. 50
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At Lv. 100
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50
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110 - 157
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210 - 304
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60
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58 - 123
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112 - 240
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95
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90 - 161
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175 - 317
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120
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112 - 189
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220 - 372
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70
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67 - 134
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130 - 262
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70
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67 - 134
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130 - 262
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Total: 465
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Other Pokémon with this total
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- Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
- Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.
- This Pokémon's Special base stat in Generation I was 120.
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Pokéathlon stats
Type effectiveness
Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:
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Learnset
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Magneton
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Magneton
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations
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This Pokémon learns no moves by breeding.
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- Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Magneton in Generation V
- Moves marked with a double dagger (‡) can only be bred from a Pokémon who learned the move in an earlier generation.
- Moves marked with a superscript game abbreviation can only be bred onto Magneton in that game.
- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Magneton
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Magneton
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations
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Side game data
Evolution
Sprites
Trivia
- In the Pokémon Red and Blue beta, Magneton is originally known as "Recoil".
- Magneton, along with its pre-evolution Magnemite, were pure Electric-type Pokémon in Generation I, but became dual-type Electric/Steel in Generation II. This makes them the first Pokémon to ever change typing, and the only ones to do so until Generation V when Rotom's formes were given additional typing.
- Although it is said that Magneton is made up of three Magnemite, there is contradictory evidence seen in various forms of media.
- In the only anime episode to date showing a Magnemite evolution, Get Along, Little Pokémon, when Ethan's Magnemite #6 evolves into Magneton, it "creates" two Magnemite during evolution, instead of combining with two real Magnemite. Similarly, in the main series games, when Magnemite reaches level 30, it evolves without the aid of two additional Magnemite. This is unlike Mantyke which requires a Remoraid to evolve.
- In Pokémon Snap, a Magneton is clearly shown to be created by three Magnemite. Also, when two Magnemite get stuck together halfway through evolution in the original Mystery Dungeon games, they mention how three Magnemite must come together to evolve.
- Although Magneton is supposed to be formed from three Magnemite, it weighs approximately 10 times more (132.3 lbs, or 60 kg) than a Magnemite does (13.2 lbs, or 6 kg).
- Magneton and its evolutionary line have eleven resistances and one immunity, making them the most resistant Pokémon ever (as no other type combination has the same or higher amount of resistances and/or immunities, regarding abilities). With the addition of Magnet Rise, which makes them immune to Ground-type attacks for five turns, their only double weakness is negated.
- Magneton and its pre-evolution Magnemite are two of few Pokémon that had their cry changed slightly in Generation III. This was due to Generation III utilizing a better sound effects game engine and newer game system.
- Magneton has been used by more rival characters than any other Pokémon, being used by three: Blue, Silver, and Wally.
Origin
Magneton is a cluster of three Magnemite which in turn seems to be based on the objectification of electromagnetism, one of the four fundamental interactions of nature. They are likely linked through strong electromagnetic force.
Name origin
Magneton may be a reference to magneton, a unit of magnetic movement, or a magnetron forms the core of a microwave oven.
Rarecoil may be a reference to rare-earth magnets.
In other languages
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Title
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Meaning
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Japanese
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レアコイル Rarecoil
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From rare and coil
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French
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Magneton
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Same as English name
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Spanish
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Magneton
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Same as English name
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German
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Magneton
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Same as English name
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Italian
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Magneton
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Same as English name
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Korean
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레어코일 Reeokoil
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Transliteration of Japanese name
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Mandarin Chinese
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三合一磁怪 Sānhéyīcíguài
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Literally "Three-in-one magnetic monster"
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Cantonese Chinese
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三合一磁怪 Sāamhahpyātchìhgwaai
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Literally "Three-in-one magnetic monster"
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More languages
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Thai
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แรคอยล์ Rarecoil
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Same as Japanese name
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External links
Notes
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This Pokémon article is part of Project Pokédex, a Bulbapedia project that aims to write comprehensive articles on each Pokémon species, as well as Pokémon groups and forms.
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