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'''Metagross''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''メタグロス''' ''Metagross'') is a dual-type {{2t|Steel|Psychic}} [[pseudo-legendary Pokémon]] introduced in [[Generation III]].
'''Metagross''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''メタグロス''' ''Metagross'') is a dual-type {{2t|Steel|Psychic}} [[pseudo-legendary Pokémon]] introduced in [[Generation III]].


It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Metang}} starting at [[level]] 45. It is the final form of {{p|Beldum}}. It can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into '''Mega Metagross''' using the [[Metagrossite]].
It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Metang}} starting at [[level]] 45. It is the final form of {{p|Beldum}}.
 
Metagross can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into '''Mega Metagross''' using the [[Metagrossite]].


==Biology==
==Biology==
Metagross is a massive, robotic Pokémon with a turquoise, disc-shaped body and four legs. The main body appears to serve as both head and body, and this Pokémon's overall construction gives it the appearance of a mechanized arachnid. It uses its heavy body to pin down its prey before consuming them with its large mouth. A large, metallic cross is situated in the center of its face. On either side of the cross, a red eye peers out from a space in Metagross's metallic armor. Its four legs are joined to the main body by ball-and-socket joints. While the upper portion of the legs is relatively thin, they are considerably thicker below the knee. Each leg has three short claws on the end and a flat, blunt protrusion extending over the knee. The legs can be tucked in, allowing Metagross to float in the air.
Metagross is a massive, robotic Pokémon with a turquoise, disc-shaped body and four legs. The main body appears to serve as both head and body, and this Pokémon's overall construction gives it the appearance of a mechanized arachnid. It uses its heavy body to pin down its prey before consuming them with its large mouth. A large, metallic cross is situated in the center of its face. On either side of the cross, a red eye peers out from a space in Metagross's metallic armor. Its four legs are joined to the main body by ball-and-socket joints. While the upper portion of the legs is relatively thin, they are considerably thicker below the knee. Each leg has three short claws on the end and a flat, blunt protrusion extending over the knee. The legs can be tucked in, allowing Metagross to float in the air.


As Mega Metagross, it constantly floats, and its legs become arms. It also gains four legs on the back of its head. The cross on its face turns pale gold, and it gains two small holes and a spike immediately below the cross, giving the impression of a goatee. Its multiple brains process information simultaneously, enabling it to calmly assess the tide of a battle and defeat its opponent with accuracy. Mega Metagross also uses the psychic power inside its body to launch powerful attacks. Its claws are hard as steel and can easily smash even large chunks of rocks.
As [[Mega Evolution|Mega]] Metagross, it constantly floats, and its legs become arms. It also gains four legs on the back of its head. The cross on its face turns pale gold, and it gains two small holes and a spike immediately below the cross, giving the impression of a goatee. Its multiple brains process information simultaneously, enabling it to calmly assess the tide of a battle and defeat its opponent with accuracy. Mega Metagross also uses the psychic power inside its body to launch powerful attacks. Its claws are hard as steel and can easily smash even large chunks of rocks.


Metagross is the result of two {{p|Metang}} fusing together. This gives Metagross four brains in total, all connected by a complex network of neurons. Because of these complex connections and the number of brains, this Pokémon is capable of performing complex calculations and is more intelligent than a supercomputer. It uses its intelligence to analyze its opponents during battle. This Pokémon can be found on {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Rough-terrain Pokémon|rough terrains}}. Mega Metagross achieves its form by linking up a Metagross, a Metang, and two {{p|Beldum}} together. During [[Mega Evolution]], Metagross becomes a ruthless Pokémon that will use any means to win in battle, being downright cruel at some points. If it knows it cannot win, Mega Metagross digs its claws into opponent and prepares to explode.
Metagross is the result of two {{p|Metang}} fusing together. This gives Metagross four brains in total, all connected by a complex network of neurons. Because of these complex connections and the number of brains, this Pokémon is capable of performing complex calculations and is more intelligent than a supercomputer. It uses its intelligence to analyze its opponents during battle. This Pokémon can be found on {{DL|List of Pokémon by habitat|Rough-terrain Pokémon|rough terrains}}. Mega Metagross achieves its form by linking up a Metagross, a Metang, and two {{p|Beldum}} together. During Mega Evolution, Metagross becomes a ruthless Pokémon that will use any means to win in battle, being downright cruel at some points. If it knows it cannot win, Mega Metagross digs its claws into opponent and prepares to explode.


==In the anime==
==In the anime==
===In the main series===
===In the main series===
[[File:Alain Metagross.png|thumb|left|250px|Metagross in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
[[File:Alain Metagross.png|thumb|left|250px|Metagross in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
[[File:Steven Shiny Metagross.png|thumb|220px|Shiny Metagross in the anime]]
[[File:Steven Shiny Metagross.png|thumb|250px|Shiny Metagross in the anime]]
[[File:Steven Shiny Mega Metagross.png|thumb|220px|Shiny Mega Metagross in the anime]]
[[File:Steven Shiny Mega Metagross.png|thumb|250px|Shiny Mega Metagross in the anime]]
[[File:Sugimori Metagross AG.jpg|thumb|left|220px|[[Ken Sugimori|Sugimori]] reference sheet for the anime]]
[[File:Sugimori Metagross AG.jpg|thumb|250px|[[Ken Sugimori|Sugimori]] reference sheet for the anime]]
====Major appearances====
====Major appearances====
=====[[Steven's Metagross]]=====
=====[[Steven's Metagross]]=====
A {{Shiny}} Metagross that can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] debuted in ''[[XYS02|Mega Evolution Special II]]'', under the ownership of {{Steven}}. It is his main battling Pokémon in the {{series|XY}}.
A {{Shiny}} Metagross that can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] debuted in ''[[XYS02|Mega Evolution Special II]]'', under the ownership of {{Steven}}. It is his main battling Pokémon in ''[[Pokémon the Series: XY]]''.


=====Other=====
=====Other=====
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Metagross made its main series debut in ''[[AG125|Like a Meowth to a Flame]]'', under the ownership of {{ho|Tyson}}. It reappeared in ''[[AG130|Choose It or Lose It!]]'' and ''[[AG131|At the End of the Fray]]'' during the [[Ever Grande Conference]].
Metagross made its main series debut in ''[[AG125|Like a Meowth to a Flame]]'', under the ownership of {{ho|Tyson}}. It reappeared in ''[[AG130|Choose It or Lose It!]]'' and ''[[AG131|At the End of the Fray]]'' during the [[Ever Grande Conference]].


A Metagross debuted in ''[[AG169|Talking a Good Game!]]'', under the ownership of {{FB|Salon Maiden|Anabel}}. It was used during a {{pkmn|battle}} against {{Ash}} in the {{OBP|Battle Tower|Generation III}}, where it easily defeated {{AP|Pikachu}}. It reappeared in ''[[AG170|Second Time's the Charm!]]'', where it was used during Ash's [[rematch]]. It defeated {{AP|Corphish}} before tying with {{AP|Tauros}}.
{{FB|Salon Maiden|Anabel}}'s Metagross first appeared in ''[[AG169|Talking a Good Game!]]''. It battled [[Ash's Pikachu]] in the {{OBP|Battle Tower|Generation III}}, and won easily. In ''[[AG170|Second Time's the Charm!]]'', it was used during Ash's [[rematch]]. It defeated {{AP|Corphish}} before tying with {{AP|Tauros}}.


A Metagross appeared in ''[[DP051|Glory Blaze!]]'', under the ownership of a {{tc|Psychic}}. It was a participant of the [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]].
In ''[[DP051|Glory Blaze!]]'', a {{tc|Psychic}}'s Metagross competed in the [[Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition]].


A wild {{DL|List of alternately colored Pokémon in the anime|Metagross|Shiny}} Metagross appeared in ''[[DP117|Noodles! Roamin' Off!]]'', where it attacked {{TRT}}.
In ''[[DP117|Noodles! Roamin' Off!]]'', a wild {{DL|List of alternately colored Pokémon in the anime|Metagross|Shiny}} Metagross attacked {{TRT}}.


A wild Metagross appeared in ''[[DP158|Regaining the Home Advantage!]]'', where it battled nonstop with a {{p|Magnezone}}. These two Pokémon normally battled with each other on a regular basis until their "battle arena" (a deep crater) became filled with water. Since their crater was no longer usable, they took their battle to the streets of a nearby town, and continued fighting, causing much collateral damage.
In ''[[DP158|Regaining the Home Advantage!]]'', a wild Metagross battled nonstop with a {{p|Magnezone}}. These two Pokémon normally battled with each other on a regular basis until their "battle arena", a deep crater, became filled with water. Since their crater was no longer usable, they took their battle to the streets of a nearby town, causing a lot of collateral damage.


A Metagross appeared in ''[[XY127|Analysis Versus Passion!]]'', under the ownership of [[Alain]]. It was revealed to have evolved from his Metang prior to the events of the episode. It first appeared on a display screen, but together with his {{TP|Alain|Charizard}}, it had apparently knocked out the majority of the opponent's team. It later battled [[Ash's Pikachu]] in ''[[XY130|Finals Not for the Faint-Hearted!]]'' and lost.
In ''[[XY127|Analysis Versus Passion!]]'', [[Alain]]'s Metang was revealed to have evolved into a Metagross prior to the episode. It first appeared on a display screen, but together with his {{TP|Alain|Charizard}}, it had apparently knocked out the majority of the opponent's team. In ''[[XY130|Finals Not for the Faint-Hearted!]]'', it later battled Ash's Pikachu and lost.


====Minor appearances====
====Minor appearances====
A Metagross appeared in a flashback in ''[[AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!]]''.
A Metagross appeared in a flashback in ''[[AG190|Pace - The Final Frontier!]]''.


A Metagross appeared in ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]'' alongside a Beldum and Metang, all under the ownership of a [[Pokémon Baccer World Cup]] participant.
In ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]'', a Metang was on the Cianwood Greens Pokémon Baccer team with a {{p|Beldum}} and {{p|Metang}}, which competed in the [[Pokémon Baccer World Cup]]. It reappeared in ''[[M16|Genesect and the Legend Awakened]]''.


A Metagross that can Mega Evolve into Mega Metagross appeared in the ending segment of ''[[XYS02|Mega Evolution Special II]]''.
A Metagross that can Mega Evolve into Mega Metagross appeared in the ending segment of ''[[XYS02|Mega Evolution Special II]]''.


A {{pkmn|Trainer}}'s Metagross appeared in ''[[SM129|Battle Royal 151!]]'', where it competed in the [[Battle Royal]] preliminary round of the [[Manalo Conference]]. It was the last Pokémon to fall, losing to {{an|Kiawe}} and his {{TP|Kiawe|Turtonator}}.
In ''[[SM129|Battle Royal 151!]]'', a {{pkmn|Trainer}}'s Metagross competed in the [[Battle Royal]] preliminary round of the [[Manalo Conference]]. It was the last Pokémon to fall, losing to {{an|Kiawe}} and his {{TP|Kiawe|Turtonator}}.


A Trainer's Metagross appeared in [[SS007]], where it participated in the [[Battle Frontier Flute Cup]], only to be defeated by [[Houji]] and his {{p|Hariyama}}.
In ''[[JN007|Serving Up the Flute Cup!]]'', a Trainer's Metagross participated in the [[Battle Frontier Flute Cup]], only to be defeated by [[Hodge]] and his {{p|Hariyama}}.


====Pokédex entries====
====Pokédex entries====
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{{Animedexbody|DP051|Metagross|Dawn's Pokédex|Metagross, the Iron Leg Pokémon. With its four brains, it has an intelligence rivaling a supercomputer.}}
{{Animedexbody|DP051|Metagross|Dawn's Pokédex|Metagross, the Iron Leg Pokémon. With its four brains, it has an intelligence rivaling a supercomputer.}}
{{Animedexbody|DP158|Metagross|Dawn's Pokédex|Metagross, the Iron Leg Pokémon and the evolved form of {{p|Metang}}. Metagross has four legs and uses many powerful [[move]]s.}}
{{Animedexbody|DP158|Metagross|Dawn's Pokédex|Metagross, the Iron Leg Pokémon and the evolved form of {{p|Metang}}. Metagross has four legs and uses many powerful [[move]]s.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|''Diamond & Pearl''|Sinnoh}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Sinnoh}}


[[File:Team Plasma Klinklang Metagross B2W2 Trailer.png|thumb|220px|left|Metagross (rear right) in the [[Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer|Black 2 and White 2 Animated Trailer]]]]
[[File:Team Plasma Klinklang Metagross B2W2 Trailer.png|thumb|250px|left|Metagross (rear right) in the [[Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer|Black 2 and White 2 Animated Trailer]]]]
[[File:Steven Mega Metagross ORAS Trailer.png|thumb|220px|Mega Metagross in the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer]]]]
[[File:Steven Mega Metagross ORAS Trailer.png|thumb|250px|Mega Metagross in the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer]]]]


===In the Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 Animated Trailer===
===In the Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 Animated Trailer===
A Metagross appeared in the [[Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer]], under the ownership of a male {{tc|Team Plasma Grunt}}. It surrounded {{ga|Nate}}, [[Hugh]], and [[Cheren]] aboard the [[Plasma Frigate]].
In the [[Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer]], a male {{tc|Team Plasma Grunt}}'s Metagross surrounded {{ga|Nate}}, [[Hugh]], and [[Cheren]] aboard the [[Plasma Frigate]].


===In the Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer===
===In the Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer===
====[[Steven's Metagross]]====
====[[Steven's Metagross]]====
{{Steven}}'s Metagross briefly appeared in the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer]], where it was seen in its Mega Evolved form during a battle against {{ga|Brendan}}'s {{p|Sceptile}}.
In the [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer]], {{Steven}}'s Mega Metagross battled {{ga|Brendan}}'s {{p|Sceptile}}.


===In the Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer===
===In the Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer===
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===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
{{main|Steven's Metagross}}
{{main|Steven's Metagross}}
{{Steven}} owns a Metagross, who first appeared in ''[[PS191|Blowing Past Nosepass II]]''. It's his flight Pokémon, carrying him from place to place with its levitation abilities. He also owns a {{p|Metang}} and many {{p|Beldum}}, which, along with his Metagross, help dig out and find rare stones in caves. In the {{chap|Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire}}, it was revealed to have gained the ability to Mega Evolve into Mega Metagross with Steven's Mega Stickpin.
{{Steven}} owns a Metagross, who first appeared in ''[[PS191|Blowing Past Nosepass II]]''. It carries him from place to place with its levitation abilities. He also owns a {{p|Metang}} and many {{p|Beldum}}, which, along with his Metagross, help dig out and find rare stones in caves. In the {{chap|Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire}}, it was revealed to have gained the ability to Mega Evolve into Mega Metagross with Steven's Mega Stickpin.


{{adv|Emerald}} borrowed a Metagross caught by {{adv|Crystal}} for use in the [[Battle Dome]] final against {{FB|Dome Ace|Tucker}}, which Emerald ultimately lost. Tucker himself also mentioned having a Metagross which has yet to be seen.
{{adv|Emerald}} borrowed a Metagross caught by {{adv|Crystal}} for use in the [[Battle Dome]] final against {{FB|Dome Ace|Tucker}}, which Emerald ultimately lost. Tucker himself also mentioned having a Metagross which has yet to be seen.
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'''NA''': ''A hulking Steel/Psychic Pokémon, Metagross weighs in at around 1,212.5 lb. Even Snorlax isn't that heavy! It uses Earthquake by stomping its powerful legs on the ground, sending nearby fighters flying and burying those who come too close. You'll be safe in the air, so use careful timing to stay that way.''
'''NA''': ''A hulking Steel/Psychic Pokémon, Metagross weighs in at around 1,212.5 lb. Even Snorlax isn't that heavy! It uses Earthquake by stomping its powerful legs on the ground, sending nearby fighters flying and burying those who come too close. You'll be safe in the air, so use careful timing to stay that way.''


'''PAL''': ''A Steel- and Psychic-type Pokémon known as the Iron Leg Pokémon. At 550kg in weight, it's heavier than your average Snorlax. When its Earthquake hits, you'd better hope you’re far away (or at least in mid-air), because the tremors can launch anybody on the ground. And watch out for its legs! They can stomp you right into the ground!''
'''PAL''': ''A Steel- and Psychic-type Pokémon known as the Iron Leg Pokémon. At 550kg in weight, it's heavier than your average Snorlax. When its Earthquake hits, you'd better hope you're far away (or at least in mid-air), because the tremors can launch anybody on the ground. And watch out for its legs! They can stomp you right into the ground!''


===[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]===
===[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]===
Metagross returns once again as a Poké Ball summon, functioning the same as in ''Brawl'' and ''for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U''.
Metagross returns once again as a Poké Ball summon, functioning the same as in ''Brawl'' and ''for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U''. Metagross also appears as a {{sbw|Spirit}}.


==Game data==
==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
===Pokédex entries===
====Metagross====
{{Dex/Header|type=Steel|type2=Psychic}}
{{Dex/Header|type=Steel|type2=Psychic}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=III}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=III}}
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{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Sun|entry=It boasts not only psychic powers but also fantastic strength. It grabs its prey with its four legs and holds them in place with its claws.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Sun|entry=It boasts not only psychic powers but also fantastic strength. It grabs its prey with its four legs and holds them in place with its claws.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Moon|entry=It analyzes its opponents with more accuracy than a supercomputer, which enables it to calmly back them into a corner.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Moon|entry=It analyzes its opponents with more accuracy than a supercomputer, which enables it to calmly back them into a corner.}}
|}
{{Dex/Form|[[Mega Evolution|Mega]] Metagross}}
|}
{{Dex/Gen|gen=VIII|reg1=Galar}}
{{Dex/NE|[[Generation VIII]]}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Footer}}
 
====Mega Metagross====
{{Dex/Header|type=Steel|type2=Psychic}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=VI}}
{{Dex/Gen/2|gen=VI|reg1=Kalos|reg2=Hoenn|num2=201}}
{{Dex/NE|[[Generation VI]]}}
|}
|}
{{Dex/Gen/3|gen=VII|reg1=Alola|num1=216|label1={{gameabbrev7|SM}}:|reg2=Alola|num2=280|label2={{gameabbrev7|USUM}}:|reg3=Kanto}}
{{Dex/NE|[[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]]‎}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=This form results from one Metagross, one Metang, and two Beldum linking up.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=This form results from one Metagross, one Metang, and two Beldum linking up.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=Mega Evolution stimulated its brain. It emerged as a ruthless Pokémon that will clutch at any means of ensuring its victories.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=Mega Evolution stimulated its brain. It emerged as a ruthless Pokémon that will clutch at any means of ensuring its victories.}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VIII}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VIII}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Sword|v2=Shield|area=Unobtainable}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Sword|v2=Shield|area=Unobtainable}}
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{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Distortion Land#Electromagnetic Plant|Distortion Land: Electromagnetic Plant]] <small>(Back Boss)</small>}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Distortion Land#Electromagnetic Plant|Distortion Land: Electromagnetic Plant]] <small>(Back Boss)</small>}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Picross|color={{skill color light}}|area=[[Pokémon Picross Stages#Area 15|Area 15: Stage 07]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Picross|color={{skill color light}}|area=[[Pokémon Picross Stages#Area 15|Area 15: Stage 07]]}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Masters|color={{orange color}}|area=Poké Fair [[Sync pair|Sync Pair]] Scout ([[Steven]]'s)}}
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===Learnset===
===Learnset===
====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
{{Learnlist/MoveNA|Metagross|Steel|Psychic|3}}
{{learnlist/levelh/7|Metagross|Steel|Psychic|3}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Hammer Arm|Fighting|Physical|100|90|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Confusion|Psychic|Special|50|100|25||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Metal Claw|Steel|Physical|50|95|35||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Magnet Rise|Electric|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|1|Take Down|Normal|Physical|90|85|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|{{tt|Evo.|Learned upon evolving}}|Hammer Arm|Fighting|Physical|100|90|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|23|Pursuit|Dark|Physical|40|100|20}}
{{learnlist/level7|26|Bullet Punch|Steel|Physical|40|100|30||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|29|Miracle Eye|Psychic|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|40}}
{{learnlist/level7|32|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|35|Scary Face|Normal|Status|&mdash;|100|10}}
{{learnlist/level7|38|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|41|Agility|Psychic|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|30}}
{{learnlist/level7|44|Meteor Mash|Steel|Physical|90|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/level7|52|Iron Defense|Steel|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|15}}
{{learnlist/level7|60|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/levelf/7|Metagross|Steel|Psychic|3}}
 
====By [[TM]]/[[HM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/7|Metagross|Steel|Psychic|3}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM03|Psyshock|Psychic|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM06|Toxic|Poison|Status|&mdash;|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM10|Hidden Power|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM11|Sunny Day|Fire|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM15|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM16|Light Screen|Psychic|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|30}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM17|Protect|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM18|Rain Dance|Water|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM21|Frustration|Normal|Physical|&mdash;|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM26|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM27|Return|Normal|Physical|&mdash;|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM29|Psychic|Psychic|Special|90|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM30|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Special|80|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM31|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM32|Double Team|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM33|Reflect|Psychic|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM36|Sludge Bomb|Poison|Special|90|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM37|Sandstorm|Rock|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM39|Rock Tomb|Rock|Physical|60|95|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM40|Aerial Ace|Flying|Physical|60|&mdash;|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM42|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM44|Rest|Psychic|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM48|Round|Normal|Special|60|100|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM64|Explosion|Normal|Physical|250|100|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM68|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|90|5}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM69|Rock Polish|Rock|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM74|Gyro Ball|Steel|Physical|&mdash;|100|5||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM77|Psych Up|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM78|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM80|Rock Slide|Rock|Physical|75|90|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM86|Grass Knot|Grass|Special|&mdash;|100|20}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM87|Swagger|Normal|Status|&mdash;|85|15}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM88|Sleep Talk|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM90|Substitute|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|10}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM91|Flash Cannon|Steel|Special|80|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tm7|TM100|Confide|Normal|Status|&mdash;|&mdash;|20}}
{{learnlist/tmf/7|Metagross|Steel|Psychic|3}}
 
====By {{pkmn|breeding}}====
{{learnlist/breedh/7|Metagross|Steel|Psychic|3}}
{{learnlist/breed7null}}
{{learnlist/breedf/7|Metagross|Steel|Psychic|3}}
 
====By [[Move Tutor|tutoring]]====
{{learnlist/tutorh/7|Metagross|Steel|Psychic|3}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Ally Switch|Psychic|Status|—|—|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Block|Normal|Status|—|—|5|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Gravity|Psychic|Status|—|—|5|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Ice Punch|Ice|Physical|75|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Icy Wind|Ice|Special|55|95|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Iron Defense|Steel|Status|—|—|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Iron Head|Steel|Physical|80|100|15||'''|no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Laser Focus|Normal|Status|—|—|30|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Magnet Rise|Electric|Status|—|—|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Signal Beam|Bug|Special|75|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Snore|Normal|Special|50|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Stealth Rock|Rock|Status|—|—|20|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Stomping Tantrum|Ground|Physical|75|100|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Telekinesis|Psychic|Status|—|—|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Thunder Punch|Electric|Physical|75|100|15|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Trick|Psychic|Status|—|100|10|||no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutor7|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|90|15||'''|no|yes}}
{{learnlist/tutorf/7|Metagross|Steel|Psychic|3}}
 
====By a prior [[evolution]]====
{{Learnlist/prevoh/7|Metagross|Steel|Psychic|3}}
{{learnlist/event7|{{DL|List of local event Pokémon distributions in Generation VII|Suwoong Cheong's Metagross}}|Iron Head|Steel|Physical|80|100|15|{{sup/7|SM}}|'''}}
{{learnlist/event7|{{DL|List of local event Pokémon distributions in Generation VII|Suwoong Cheong's Metagross}}|Ice Punch|Ice|Physical|75|100|15|{{sup/7|SM}}}}
{{learnlist/event7|{{DL|List of local event Pokémon distributions in Generation VII|Suwoong Cheong's Metagross}}|Stomping Tantrum|Ground|Physical|75|100|10|{{sup/7|SM}}}}
{{Learnlist/prevof/7|Metagross|Steel|Psychic|3}}


===Side game data===
===Side game data===
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|defense=228
|fast={{m|Bullet Punch}}, {{m|Zen Headbutt}}
|fast={{m|Bullet Punch}}, {{m|Zen Headbutt}}
|special={{m|Psychic}}, {{m|Flash Cannon}}, {{m|Earthquake}}
|special={{m|Psychic}}, {{m|Flash Cannon}}, {{m|Earthquake}}, {{m|Meteor Mash}}{{tt|†|Event-exclusive from Beldum Community Day}}, {{m|Frustration}}{{tt|‡|As Shadow Pokémon}}, {{m|Return}}{{tt|‡|As Purified Pokémon}}
:{{m|Meteor Mash}}{{tt|*|If evolved during Beldum Community Day}}
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|sprite2=376Metagross-Mega
|type1-1=Steel
|type1-2=Steel
|type2-1=Psychic
|type2-2=Psychic
|forme2=Mega Metagross
|forme2=Mega Metagross
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* Due to the way damage is calculated for {{m|Grass Knot}} and {{m|Low Kick}}, Metagross will take the same amount of damage from these moves with or without its {{DL|Ability|Hidden Ability}}, {{a|Light Metal}}.
* Due to the way damage is calculated for {{m|Grass Knot}} and {{m|Low Kick}}, Metagross will take the same amount of damage from these [[move]]s with or without its {{DL|Ability|Hidden Ability}}, {{a|Light Metal}}.
* Metagross's number in the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number (Generation III)|Hoenn Pokédex]] in [[Generation III]] and the [[List of Pokémon by Fiore Browser number|Fiore Browser]] are the same: 192.
* Metagross's number in the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number (Generation III)|Hoenn Pokédex]] in [[Generation III]] and the [[List of Pokémon by Fiore Browser number|Fiore Browser]] are the same: 192.
* Despite being a genderless species, Metagross is referred to as a male in [[PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure]].
* Despite being a genderless species, Metagross is referred to as a male in [[PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure]].
* Metagross is the only [[pseudo-legendary Pokémon]] that does not share a type with another pseudo-legendary.
* Metagross is the only [[pseudo-legendary Pokémon]] that:
** Metagross is the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that is not resistant to {{t|Fire}} or weak to {{t|Fairy}}.
** Does not share a type with another pseudo-legendary.
** Metagross is the only genderless pseudo-legendary.
** Is not resistant to {{t|Fire}} or weak to {{t|Fairy}}.
* Metagross is tied with {{p|Salamence}} for the highest base {{stat|Attack}} stat of all [[pseudo-legendary Pokémon]].
** Is genderless.
* Metagross has the highest base {{stat|Defense}} stat of all [[pseudo-legendary Pokémon]].
* Metagross is tied with {{p|Salamence}} for the highest base {{stat|Attack}} stat of all pseudo-legendary Pokémon.
* Metagross has the highest base {{stat|Defense}} stat of all pseudo-legendary Pokémon.
* Metang and its pre-evolved forms all share both their standard and hidden Abilities with {{p|Registeel}}.


===Origin===
===Origin===
Metagross is similar to a {{wp|robot}}. It also appears to be based on a {{wp|supercomputer}}, given its mechanical structure and sheer intelligence, and a {{wp|spider}}. It is also reminiscent of a {{wp|Unidentified flying object|UFO}} and a {{wp|Lander (spacecraft)|lander}}.
Metagross is similar to a {{wp|robot}}. It also appears to be based on a {{wp|supercomputer}}, given its mechanical structure and sheer intelligence, and a {{wp|spider}}. Additionally, it is reminiscent of a {{wp|Unidentified flying object|UFO}} and a {{wp|Lander (spacecraft)|lander}}.


====Name origin====
====Name origin====
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|hi=मेटाग्रस ''Metagross''|himeaning=Transliteration of English name
|ru=Метагросс ''Metagross''|rumeaning=Same as English name
|ru=Метагросс ''Metagross''|rumeaning=Same as English name
|th=เมทากรอส ''Metagross''|thmeaning=Transcription of trademarked Japanese name
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For Pokémon GO information on this species, see the game's section.
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This article is about the species. For a specific instance of this species, see Metagross (disambiguation).
Metagross
Iron Leg Pokémon 		メタグロス
Metagross
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Metagross
Metagross
Mega Metagross
Mega Metagross



Images on the Bulbagarden Archives
Type
Steel Psychic
Unknown Unknown
Mega Metagross
Unknown Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Abilities
Clear Body
Metagross 		Cacophony
Mega Metagross 		Cacophony
 Light Metal
Hidden Ability 		Cacophony
Hidden Ability
Tough Claws
Mega Metagross 		Cacophony
Gender ratio
Gender unknown
Catch rate
3 (1.6%)
Breeding
Egg Group
Mineral
Hatch time
40 cycles
Height
5'03" 1.6 m
Metagross
8'02" 2.5 m
Mega Metagross
0'0" 0 m
{{{form3}}}
0'0" 0 m
{{{form4}}}
Weight
1212.5 lbs. 550.0 kg
Metagross
2078.7 lbs. 942.9 kg
Mega Metagross
0 lbs. 0 kg
{{{form3}}}
0 lbs. 0 kg
{{{form4}}}
Mega Stone
Metagrossite [[|]]
Base experience yield
210
Gen. III-IV 		Unknown
IV 		270
V+
Leveling rate
Slow
EV yield
Total: 3
Metagross
0
HP 		0
Atk 		3
Def 		0
Sp.Atk 		0
Sp.Def 		0
Speed
Mega Metagross
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Speed
Shape
Body11.png
Footprint
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Mega Metagross
Pokédex color
  Blue
Base friendship
35
External Links

Metagross (Japanese: メタグロス Metagross) is a dual-type Steel/Psychic pseudo-legendary Pokémon introduced in Generation III.

It evolves from Metang starting at level 45. It is the final form of Beldum.

Metagross can Mega Evolve into Mega Metagross using the Metagrossite.

Biology

Metagross is a massive, robotic Pokémon with a turquoise, disc-shaped body and four legs. The main body appears to serve as both head and body, and this Pokémon's overall construction gives it the appearance of a mechanized arachnid. It uses its heavy body to pin down its prey before consuming them with its large mouth. A large, metallic cross is situated in the center of its face. On either side of the cross, a red eye peers out from a space in Metagross's metallic armor. Its four legs are joined to the main body by ball-and-socket joints. While the upper portion of the legs is relatively thin, they are considerably thicker below the knee. Each leg has three short claws on the end and a flat, blunt protrusion extending over the knee. The legs can be tucked in, allowing Metagross to float in the air.

As Mega Metagross, it constantly floats, and its legs become arms. It also gains four legs on the back of its head. The cross on its face turns pale gold, and it gains two small holes and a spike immediately below the cross, giving the impression of a goatee. Its multiple brains process information simultaneously, enabling it to calmly assess the tide of a battle and defeat its opponent with accuracy. Mega Metagross also uses the psychic power inside its body to launch powerful attacks. Its claws are hard as steel and can easily smash even large chunks of rocks.

Metagross is the result of two Metang fusing together. This gives Metagross four brains in total, all connected by a complex network of neurons. Because of these complex connections and the number of brains, this Pokémon is capable of performing complex calculations and is more intelligent than a supercomputer. It uses its intelligence to analyze its opponents during battle. This Pokémon can be found on rough terrains. Mega Metagross achieves its form by linking up a Metagross, a Metang, and two Beldum together. During Mega Evolution, Metagross becomes a ruthless Pokémon that will use any means to win in battle, being downright cruel at some points. If it knows it cannot win, Mega Metagross digs its claws into opponent and prepares to explode.

In the anime

In the main series

Metagross in the anime
Shiny Metagross in the anime
Shiny Mega Metagross in the anime
Sugimori reference sheet for the anime

Major appearances

Steven's Metagross

A Shiny Metagross that can Mega Evolve debuted in Mega Evolution Special II, under the ownership of Steven. It is his main battling Pokémon in Pokémon the Series: XY.

Other

Metagross debuted in Destiny Deoxys, under the ownership of Rebecca. It was her main battling Pokémon.

Metagross made its main series debut in Like a Meowth to a Flame, under the ownership of Tyson. It reappeared in Choose It or Lose It! and At the End of the Fray during the Ever Grande Conference.

Anabel's Metagross first appeared in Talking a Good Game!. It battled Ash's Pikachu in the Battle Tower, and won easily. In Second Time's the Charm!, it was used during Ash's rematch. It defeated Corphish before tying with Tauros.

In Glory Blaze!, a Psychic's Metagross competed in the Hearthome City Tag Battle Competition.

In Noodles! Roamin' Off!, a wild Shiny Metagross attacked Team Rocket.

In Regaining the Home Advantage!, a wild Metagross battled nonstop with a Magnezone. These two Pokémon normally battled with each other on a regular basis until their "battle arena", a deep crater, became filled with water. Since their crater was no longer usable, they took their battle to the streets of a nearby town, causing a lot of collateral damage.

In Analysis Versus Passion!, Alain's Metang was revealed to have evolved into a Metagross prior to the episode. It first appeared on a display screen, but together with his Charizard, it had apparently knocked out the majority of the opponent's team. In Finals Not for the Faint-Hearted!, it later battled Ash's Pikachu and lost.

Minor appearances

A Metagross appeared in a flashback in Pace - The Final Frontier!.

In Zoroark: Master of Illusions, a Metang was on the Cianwood Greens Pokémon Baccer team with a Beldum and Metang, which competed in the Pokémon Baccer World Cup. It reappeared in Genesect and the Legend Awakened.

A Metagross that can Mega Evolve into Mega Metagross appeared in the ending segment of Mega Evolution Special II.

In Battle Royal 151!, a Trainer's Metagross competed in the Battle Royal preliminary round of the Manalo Conference. It was the last Pokémon to fall, losing to Kiawe and his Turtonator.

In Serving Up the Flute Cup!, a Trainer's Metagross participated in the Battle Frontier Flute Cup, only to be defeated by Hodge and his Hariyama.

Pokédex entries

Episode Pokémon Source Entry
DP051 Metagross Dawn's Pokédex Metagross, the Iron Leg Pokémon. With its four brains, it has an intelligence rivaling a supercomputer.
DP158 Metagross Dawn's Pokédex Metagross, the Iron Leg Pokémon and the evolved form of Metang. Metagross has four legs and uses many powerful moves.
Metagross (rear right) in the Black 2 and White 2 Animated Trailer
Mega Metagross in the Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer

In the Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 Animated Trailer

In the Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer, a male Team Plasma Grunt's Metagross surrounded Nate, Hugh, and Cheren aboard the Plasma Frigate.

In the Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer

Steven's Metagross

In the Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer, Steven's Mega Metagross battled Brendan's Sceptile.

In the Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer

Steven's Metagross in the Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer

Steven's Metagross

Steven's Metagross appeared in the Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer. Alongside Cynthia's Garchomp and Lance's Dragonite, it battled Cheren's Stoutland, Misty's Starmie, and Korrina's Lucario. At the behest of its Trainer, Metagross used Metal Claw on the opposing Pokémon, but they managed to defend themselves with their own attacks.

In the manga

Metagross in Pokémon Adventures
Mega Metagross in Pokémon Adventures

In the Pocket Monsters Platinum: Aim to Be Battle King!! manga

A Metagross appeared in PBK8.

In the Pokémon Adventures manga

Main article: Steven's Metagross

Steven owns a Metagross, who first appeared in Blowing Past Nosepass II. It carries him from place to place with its levitation abilities. He also owns a Metang and many Beldum, which, along with his Metagross, help dig out and find rare stones in caves. In the Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire arc, it was revealed to have gained the ability to Mega Evolve into Mega Metagross with Steven's Mega Stickpin.

Emerald borrowed a Metagross caught by Crystal for use in the Battle Dome final against Tucker, which Emerald ultimately lost. Tucker himself also mentioned having a Metagross which has yet to be seen.

In the Pokémon Battrio: Aim to be Battrio Master! manga

Ryū battled a Metagross with his Mamoswine in ABM14.

In the Pokémon Colosseum Snatchers manga

Nascour of Pokémon Colosseum Snatchers was shown to have a Metagross.

In the Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure! manga

Koya has a Metagross, which first appeared in A New Battle Begins!.

In the Pokémon + Nobunaga's Ambition ~ Ranse's Color Picture Scroll ~ manga

A Metagross appeared in The Scarlet Scroll: Kunoichi's Situation, under the ownership of Kanetsugu.

A Metagross appeared in The Black Scroll: Nobunaga's Ambition, under the ownership of Tadakatsu.

In the TCG

Main article: Metagross (TCG)

In the TFG

One Metagross figure has been released.

Other appearances

Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Metagross in Super Smash Bros Brawl

Upon its release from its Poké Ball, it will stay in one place and repeatedly use Earthquake. Anyone caught underneath the Pokémon will be buried into the ground and thus unable to move for a few moments, until Metagross uses its attack and all the hit characters are blasted upwards.

Metagross was featured as one of the Pokémon released from a Poké Ball in the demo of Super Smash Bros. Brawl at Jumpfesta; however, it hovered above the stage before attacking, unlike in the actual game.

Trophy information

"An Iron Leg Pokémon. When two Beldum combine, they evolve into Metang. In the same way, Metagross is the result of two Metang combining. It's said to have the intelligence to match a supercomputer. Though it weighs 1,212.5 pounds, it is somehow able to fold up its legs and float."

Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U

Metagross in Super Smash Bros. for 3DS.

Metagross reappears as a Poké Ball summon in these games, working the same as in Brawl.

Trophy information

NA: A hulking Steel/Psychic Pokémon, Metagross weighs in at around 1,212.5 lb. Even Snorlax isn't that heavy! It uses Earthquake by stomping its powerful legs on the ground, sending nearby fighters flying and burying those who come too close. You'll be safe in the air, so use careful timing to stay that way.

PAL: A Steel- and Psychic-type Pokémon known as the Iron Leg Pokémon. At 550kg in weight, it's heavier than your average Snorlax. When its Earthquake hits, you'd better hope you're far away (or at least in mid-air), because the tremors can launch anybody on the ground. And watch out for its legs! They can stomp you right into the ground!

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Metagross returns once again as a Poké Ball summon, functioning the same as in Brawl and for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U. Metagross also appears as a Spirit.

Game data

Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III.
Generation III Hoenn
#192 		Kanto
#—
Ruby Metagross has four brains in total. Combined, the four brains can breeze through difficult calculations faster than a supercomputer. This Pokémon can float in the air by tucking in its four legs.
Sapphire Metagross is the result of two Metang achieving fusion. When hunting, this Pokémon pins the prey to the ground under its massive body. It then eats the helpless victim using the large mouth on its stomach.
Emerald Metagross has four brains that are joined by a complex neural network. As a result of integration, this Pokémon is smarter than a supercomputer.
FireRed It is formed by two Metang fusing. Its four brains are said to be superior to a supercomputer.
LeafGreen
Generation IV Sinnoh
#— 		Johto
#—
Diamond Metang combined to form it. With four brains, it has the intelligence of a supercomputer.
Pearl
Platinum
HeartGold It folds its four legs when flying. Its four brains are said to be superior to a supercomputer.
SoulSilver
Generation V Unova
B2W2: #264
Black Metang combined to form it. With four brains, it has the intelligence of a supercomputer.
White
Black 2 With four linked brains, it's more intelligent than a supercomputer, and it uses calculations to analyze foes.
White 2
Generation VI Kalos
#— 		Hoenn
#201
X With four linked brains, it's more intelligent than a supercomputer, and it uses calculations to analyze foes.
Y Metang combined to form it. With four brains, it has the intelligence of a supercomputer.
Omega Ruby Metagross has four brains in total. Combined, the four brains can breeze through difficult calculations faster than a supercomputer. This Pokémon can float in the air by tucking in its four legs.
Alpha Sapphire Metagross is the result of two Metang achieving fusion. When hunting, this Pokémon pins the prey to the ground under its massive body. It then eats the helpless victim using the large mouth on its stomach.
Generation VII Alola
SM: #216 		Alola
USUM: #280 		Kanto
#—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!‎.
Sun It firmly pins its prey using its four claws and large body. Then the teeth in the mouth on its stomach chew the prey to bits.
Moon A linkage of two Metang, this Pokémon can perform any calculation in a flash by utilizing parallel processing in its four brains.
Ultra Sun It boasts not only psychic powers but also fantastic strength. It grabs its prey with its four legs and holds them in place with its claws.
Ultra Moon It analyzes its opponents with more accuracy than a supercomputer, which enables it to calmly back them into a corner.
Mega Metagross
Sun This form results from one Metagross, one Metang, and two Beldum linking up.
Moon Mega Evolution stimulated its brain. It emerged as a ruthless Pokémon that will clutch at any means of ensuring its victories.
Ultra Sun Its intellect surpasses its previous level, resulting in battles so cruel, they'll make you want to cover your eyes.
Ultra Moon When it knows it can't win, it digs the claws on its legs into its opponent and starts the countdown to a big explosion.
Generation VIII
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Generation VIII.


Game locations

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III.
Generation III
Ruby Sapphire
Evolve Metang
Emerald
Evolve Metang
FireRed LeafGreen
Evolve event Metang
Colosseum
Realgam Tower (Shadow)
XD
Trade
Generation IV
Diamond Pearl
Evolve Metang
Platinum
Evolve Metang
HeartGold SoulSilver
Evolve Metang
Pal Park
Mountain
Generation V
Black White
Giant Chasm (rustling grass)
Black 2 White 2
Giant Chasm (rustling grass)
Generation VI
X Y
Evolve Metang
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire
Evolve Metang
Generation VII
Sun Moon
Evolve Metang
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon
Evolve Metang
Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee
Unobtainable
Generation VIII
Sword Shield
Unobtainable


In side games

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III.
Generation III
Pinball: R&S
Evolve Metang
Trozei!
Phobosphere, Trozei Battle, Mr. Who's Den
MD Red MD Blue
Evolve Metang
Ranger
Go-Rock Squad Base
Generation IV
MD Time MD Darkness
Evolve Metang
MD Sky
Evolve Metang
MD Blazing MD Stormy
Wonder Mail codes
PokéPark Wii
Cavern Zone
Ranger: GS
Rand's House, Thunder Temple, Light Temple
Generation V
Rumble Blast
Factory: World Axle - B2F
Conquest
Evolve Metang
Rumble U
Toy Collection: A Very Chaotic Battle!, Challenge Battle: Open Entry Battle Royale
Generation VI
Battle Trozei
Pitch-Black Cavern: Stage 6
Shuffle
Graucus Hall: Stage 470
Event: Metagross Appears (Shiny)
Rumble World
Distortion Land: Electromagnetic Plant (Back Boss)
Picross
Area 15: Stage 07
Generation VII
Masters
Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout (Steven's)


In events

Games Event Language Location Level Distribution period
BW JR Kyushu Train Station Metagross Japanese Japan 50 April 23 to May 6, 2012
B2W2 Strongest Class Single Battle Metagross Japanese Japan 100 September 15 to October 28, 2012
B2W2 Strongest Class Pokémon Gift Metagross Korean South Korea 100 February 24 to May 5, 2013
BWB2W2 Video Game Championships 2013 Metagross English Europe and the United States 45 May 12 to July 7, 2013
BWB2W2 Video Game Championships 2013 Metagross French Europe and the United States 45 May 12 to July 7, 2013
BWB2W2 Video Game Championships 2013 Metagross German Europe and the United States 45 May 12 to July 7, 2013
BWB2W2 Video Game Championships 2013 Metagross Italian Europe and the United States 45 May 12 to July 7, 2013
BWB2W2 Video Game Championships 2013 Metagross Spanish Europe and the United States 45 May 12 to July 7, 2013
BWB2W2 Pokémon Game Show Steven's Metagross Japanese Japan 58 August 17 to 18, 2013
SMUSUM Suwoong Cheong's Metagross Korean South Korea 50 September 15 to 26, 2018

Pokémon Global Link promotions

Games Event Language Location Level Distribution period
BW Global Link Metagross English PGL 45 May 30 to July 25, 2013
B2W2 Global Link Metagross English PGL 45 May 30 to July 25, 2013
BW Global Link Metagross French PGL 45 May 30 to July 25, 2013
B2W2 Global Link Metagross French PGL 45 May 30 to July 25, 2013
BW Global Link Metagross German PGL 45 May 30 to July 25, 2013
B2W2 Global Link Metagross German PGL 45 May 30 to July 25, 2013
BW Global Link Metagross Italian PGL 45 May 30 to July 25, 2013
B2W2 Global Link Metagross Italian PGL 45 May 30 to July 25, 2013
BW Global Link Metagross Spanish PGL 45 May 30 to July 25, 2013
B2W2 Global Link Metagross Spanish PGL 45 May 30 to July 25, 2013

Held items

Game Held Item(s)
Emerald* Metal Coat Metal Coat (5%)
Colosseum Metal Coat Metal Coat (100%)
Ranch Occa Berry Occa Berry (100%)
Black White Metal Coat Metal Coat (5%)
Black 2 White 2 Metal Coat Metal Coat (5%)
Events* Choice Band Choice Band (100%) Lum Berry Lum Berry (100%)
Sitrus Berry Sitrus Berry (100%)

Stats

Base stats

Stat Range
At Lv. 50 At Lv. 100
80
140 - 187 270 - 364
135
126 - 205 247 - 405
130
121 - 200 238 - 394
95
90 - 161 175 - 317
90
85 - 156 166 - 306
70
67 - 134 130 - 262
Total:
600
 Other Pokémon with this total
  • 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.
Mega Metagross
Stat Range
At Lv. 50 At Lv. 100
80
140 - 187 270 - 364
145
135 - 216 265 - 427
150
139 - 222 274 - 438
105
99 - 172 193 - 339
110
103 - 178 202 - 350
110
103 - 178 202 - 350
Total:
700
 Other Pokémon with this total
  • 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.

Pokéathlon stats

Speed
1/2 ★☆
Power
4/5 ★★★★☆
Skill
4/4 ★★★★
Stamina
4/5 ★★★★☆
Jump
2/2 ★★
Total
15/18 ★★★


Type effectiveness

Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:
Damaged
normally by:
Normal ½×
Fighting 1×
Flying ½×
Poison 0×
Ground 2×
Rock ½×
Bug 1×
Ghost 2×
Steel ½×
Fire 2×
Water 1×
Grass ½×
Electric 1×
Psychic ¼×
Ice ½×
Dragon ½×
Dark 2×
Fairy ½×
None
Weak to:
Normal ½×
Fighting 1×
Flying ½×
Poison 0×
Ground 2×
Rock ½×
Bug 1×
Ghost 2×
Steel ½×
Fire 2×
Water 1×
Grass ½×
Electric 1×
Psychic ¼×
Ice ½×
Dragon ½×
Dark 2×
Fairy ½×
None
Immune to:
Normal ½×
Fighting 1×
Flying ½×
Poison 0×
Ground 2×
Rock ½×
Bug 1×
Ghost 2×
Steel ½×
Fire 2×
Water 1×
Grass ½×
Electric 1×
Psychic ¼×
Ice ½×
Dragon ½×
Dark 2×
Fairy ½×
None
Resistant to:
Normal ½×
Fighting 1×
Flying ½×
Poison 0×
Ground 2×
Rock ½×
Bug 1×
Ghost 2×
Steel ½×
Fire 2×
Water 1×
Grass ½×
Electric 1×
Psychic ¼×
Ice ½×
Dragon ½×
Dark 2×
Fairy ½×
None
Notes:

Learnset

Generation IX
Other generations:
III - IV - V - VI - VII - VIII - IX
This Pokémon is unavailable within Generation VIII.
Click on the generation numbers above to see Metagross's learnsets from other generations.


Side game data

Pokémon Pinball RS
PinRS376.png
Acquisition: Evolve
Pokémon Trozei!
Trozeiani376.png
Rarity: Rare
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team
Body size: 2
Recruit rate: Evolve
Friend Area: Magnetic Quarry
Phrases
51%-100% HP There is nothing to fear, for I have merged with others!
26%-50% HP This is disheartening... My HP has been reduced by half...
1%-25% HP The situation is dire... My body is close to disintegration...
Level up I've leveled up! My merged power grows stronger still!
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Explorers of Time, Explorers of Darkness, and Explorers of Sky
MDP E 376.png Body size: 1
Recruit rate: -10%
IQ group: E
Pokémon Ranger
Group:
Steel
Poké Assist: Psychic PA.png
Psychic
Field move: Crush fm.pngCrush fm.pngCrush fm.png
(Crush ×3)
Loops: 30 Min. exp.: 326 Max. exp.: 396
Browser entry R-192
Metagross fires a calamitous beam. Its power is overwhelming.
Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs
Group:
Steel
Poké Assist:
(present) 		Steel Assist.png
Steel
Field move:
(present) 		Crush 1 field move.png
(Crush ×1)
Poké Assist:
(past) 		Normal Assist.png
Normal
Field move:
(past) 		Crush 1 field move.png
(Crush ×1)
Browser entry R-226/N-169
It protects itself with psychic orbs and launches powerful beams.
Pokémon Rumble Blast
Attack ●●●●●
Defense ●●●●●
Speed ●●●
PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure
PPW376.png PokéPark Pad entry:
Metagross was drawn to the fun-loving atmosphere of the PokéPark. He loves to play, especially at Bastiodon's Block Barrage.
Pokémon Conquest
PCP376.png HP: ★★★ Move: Meteor Mash
Attack: ★★★★★ Ability 1: Clear Body
Ability 2: Bodyguard
Ability 3: Thrust
Defense: ★★★★★
Speed: ★★★
Evolves from Metang when its Attack is 110 or higher
Range: 3 Perfect Links: Nobutsuna, Tadakatsu, and Yoshiteru
Pokémon Battle Trozei
Steel
Attack Power: ★★★★★

BT376.png

Pokémon Shuffle
Metagrossite Shuffle.png
Steel
None Shuffle.png Attack Power: 80 - 130 Raise Max Level.png 10

#641
Shuffle376.png
Shuffle376M.png

Cross Attack
Increases damage when making a + shaped match.
Skill Swapper.png Swappable Skill(s): Cross Attack+
Mega Effects Mega Speedup.png 8
Erases all Pokémon in an X-shaped pattern.
Pokémon Shuffle
Metagrossite Shuffle.png
Steel
None Shuffle.png Attack Power: 80 - 130 Raise Max Level.png 10

#641
Shuffle376S.png
Shuffle376SM.png

Hammering Streak
Increases damage when it is triggered in a row.
Mega Effects Mega Speedup.png 18
Clears one kind of Pokémon with the same type as Mega Metagross (max 10).
Pokémon GO
GO376.png Base HP: 190 Base Attack: 257 Base Defense: 228
Egg Distance: N/A Buddy Distance: 5 km Evolution Requirement: N/A
Fast Attacks: Bullet Punch, Zen Headbutt
Charged Attacks: Psychic, Flash Cannon, Earthquake, Meteor Mash†, Frustration‡, Return‡

Evolution

374Beldum.png
Unevolved
Beldum
 Steel  Psychic 
Rare Candy
Level 20
→
375Metang.png
First evolution
Metang
 Steel  Psychic 
Rare Candy
Level 45
→
376Metagross.png
Second evolution
Metagross
 Steel  Psychic 


Forms

Mega Evolution

Default
Metagross
Metagross
Metagross
 Steel  Psychic 

Metagrossite
Metagrossite


↔

Held Metagrossite
Metagross
Mega Metagross
Metagross
 Steel  Psychic 

Sprites

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III.
Generation III
Ruby Sapphire Emerald FireRed LeafGreen
Spr 3r 376.png Spr b 3r 376.png Spr 3e 376.png Spr b 3e 376.png Spr 3f 376.png Spr b 3f 376.png
Spr 3r 376 s.png Spr b 3r 376 s.png Spr 3e 376 s.png Spr b 3e 376 s.png Spr 3f 376 s.png Spr b 3f 376 s.png
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Generation IV
Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver
Spr 4d 376.png Spr b 4d 376.png Spr 4p 376.png Spr b 4p 376.png Spr 4h 376.png Spr b 4h 376.png
Spr 4d 376 s.png Spr b 4d 376 s.png Spr 4p 376 s.png Spr b 4p 376 s.png Spr 4h 376 s.png Spr b 4h 376 s.png
Front Back Front Back Front Back
Generation V
Black White Black 2 White 2
Spr 5b 376.png Spr b 5b 376.png Spr 5b2 376.png Spr b 5b2 376.png
Spr 5b 376 s.png Spr b 5b 376 s.png Spr 5b2 376 s.png Spr b 5b2 376 s.png
Front Back Front Back
Generation VI
X Y Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire
Spr 6x 376.png
Spr b 6x 376.png
Spr 6o 376.png
Spr b 6o 376.png
Spr 6o 376M.png
Spr b 6o 376M.png
Spr 6x 376 s.png
Spr b 6x 376 s.png
Spr 6o 376 s.png
Spr b 6o 376 s.png
Front Back
Spr 6o 376M s.png
Spr b 6o 376M s.png
Front Back
Generation VII
Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon
Spr 7s 376.png
Spr b 7s 376.png
Spr 7s 376.png
Spr b 7s 376.png
Spr 7s 376M.png
Spr b 7s 376M.png
Spr 7s 376M.png
Spr b 7s 376M.png
Spr 7s 376 s.png
Spr b 7s 376 s.png
Spr 7s 376 s.png
Spr b 7s 376 s.png
Spr 7s 376M s.png
Spr b 7s 376M s.png
Spr 7s 376M s.png
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Front Back Front Back
376MS.png For other sprites and images, please see Metagross images on the Bulbagarden Archives.


Trivia

Origin

Metagross is similar to a robot. It also appears to be based on a supercomputer, given its mechanical structure and sheer intelligence, and a spider. Additionally, it is reminiscent of a UFO and a lander.

Name origin

Metagross may be a combination of metal and cross (referring to its facial feature), gross (referring to its weight of 1212 lbs., as a gross is 12×12), or groß gross (German for large).

In other languages

Language Title Meaning
Japan Flag.png Japanese メタグロス Metagross From metal and cross or gross (referring to its weight of 1212 lbs.) or groß gross (German for large)
France Flag.png French Métalosse From métal and colosse
Spain Flag.png Spanish Metagross Same as English/Japanese name
Germany Flag.png German Metagross Same as English/Japanese name
Italy Flag.png Italian Metagross Same as English/Japanese name
South Korea Flag.png Korean 메타그로스 Metagross Transliteration of Japanese name
China and Taiwan Flags.png Mandarin Chinese 巨金怪 Jù Jīn Guài Literally "Giant gold monster" or "giant metal monster".
Hong Kong Flag.png Cantonese Chinese


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