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===Origin===
===Origin===
Metagross is similar to a {{wp|robot}}. It also appears to be based on a {{wp|super computer}}, given its mechanical structure and sheer intelligence, and a spider.
Metagross is similar to a {{wp|robot}}. It also appears to be based on a {{wp|super computer}}, given its mechanical structure and sheer intelligence, and a spider. It is also reminiscent of a UFO.


====Name origin====
====Name origin====
Metagross may be a combination of ''metal'' and ''cross'' (referring to its facial feature), ''{{wp|gross (unit)|gross}}'', (referring to its weight [1212 pounds]), or groß ''gross'' (German for ''large''). It is also reminiscent of a UFO.
Metagross may be a combination of ''metal'' and ''cross'' (referring to its facial feature), ''{{wp|gross (unit)|gross}}'', (referring to its weight [1212 pounds]), or groß ''gross'' (German for ''large'').


==In other languages==
==In other languages==

Revision as of 17:20, 13 April 2013

Metang #375: Metang
Pokémon
#377: Regirock Regirock
Metagross
メタグロス Metagross
#376
376Metagross.png
Art by Ken Sugimori from Ruby and Sapphire
Type
Steel Psychic
Category
Iron Leg Pokémon
Abilities
Clear Body Light Metal
Hidden Ability
Exp. at Lv. 100
1,250,000
Regional Pokédex numbers
Hoenn
#192
Unova
#264
Regional Browser numbers
Fiore
R-192
Oblivia
R-226 N-169
Height
5'03"
Imperial
1.6 m
Metric
Weight
1212.5 lbs.
Imperial
550.0 kg
Metric
Dex color
Blue
Catch rate
3 (0.4%)
Body style
Body11.png BodyUnknown.png
Blue-Striped
Footprint
 F376.png   F487O.png
Blue-Striped
Gender ratio
Gender unknown
Breeding
Mineral group 41 cycles
(10455 minimum steps)
EV yield
HP
0
Atk
0
Def
3
Sp.Atk
0
Sp.Def
0
Speed
0
Base Exp.: 210 Battle Exp.: 2101*

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

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

Biology

Physiology

Metagross has the appearance of a tremendous, quadrupedal tank-like Pokémon. Its turquoise-colored, discus-shaped main body appears to be its head, as it lies at the center point where its legs branch out to give the impression of a mechanized arachnid. Each leg could be viewed as the body of a former Beldum, and its head/body as the four collective heads of Beldum used to fuse into it. Metagross has a metallic cross adorning its face formed by its tusks crossing diagonally between its two red eyes, often viewed as the letter "X" by onlookers, and this cross-shape is arranged to resemble both metallic "eyebrows" and a metallic "mustache." This is said to represent Metagross's wise, computative nature.

In the same way that its pre-evolved form Metang is comprised by two Beldum, a still more basic evolution stage, so is Metagross formed by the joining of two Metang. This essentially means that four Beldum make up a Metagross (this could be compared to Magneton or Magnezone, both of which are comprised of 3 Magnemite). However, four Beldum come nowhere near to the size of a Metagross.

Gender differences

Metagross is a genderless species.

Special abilities

Metagross's intelligence is extraordinarily high: not only does it have four brains (one from each Beldum) but they are also connected by a highly complex neural network. Its developed cerebral powers are said to surpass even those of a supercomputer, similar to Alakazam. As a Psychic-type Pokémon, it can also use psychic abilities, including the ability to render its massive body airborne by telekinesis once it draws its legs together. Metagross's movepool isn't that much different than its predecessor, Metang. The only two moves that Metagross can learn that Metang lacks are Hammer Arm and Giga Impact.

Behavior

Possessing four brains, Metagross is an extremely wise Pokémon with unmatched intelligence. However, it is known to be a vicious predator-using its weight, it traps its prey under its body and devours them. Some are very aggressive and territorial of their homes and will not hesitate to attack intruders that trespass.

Habitat

This Pokémon lives in mountainous areas along with its evolutionary lines, but are even rarer than their pre-evolutions. It can easily live comfortably on very steep slopes by planting its legs into rock or ground. They can occasionally be found in Giant Chasm.

Diet

Main article: Pokémon food

Metagross is a brutal predator. When hunting, it pins its prey to the ground under its massive body. It then eats the helpless victim using its large mouth on its stomach.

In the anime

Metagross in the anime
Sugimori reference sheet for the anime

Major appearances

Metagross was first seen in Destiny Deoxys under the ownership of Rebecca.

Anabel's Metagross was seen in Talking a Good Game and Second Time's the Charm.

A wild Shiny Metagross appeared in Noodles: Roamin' Off where it attacked Team Rocket.

A wild Metagross appeared in Regaining the Home Advantage!, where it battled non-stop 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. Because their crater was no longer usable, they took their battle to the streets of a nearby town, and continued fighting, causing much collateral damage.

Minor appearances

Shiny Metagross in the anime

Metagross's anime debut was in Like a Meowth to a Flame as one of Tyson's Pokémon.

A Metagross also appeared in Glory Blaze! belonging to a Psychic.

Another Metagross appeared in Zoroark: Master of Illusions under the ownership of a Pokémon Baccer.

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.

In the manga

Art of Steven and his Metagross

In the Pokémon Adventures manga

Steven in Pokémon Adventures owns a Metagross. It's his flight Pokémon, carrying 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.

Tucker also mentioned of having a Metagross which has yet to be seen.

In the Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure! manga

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

In the TCG

Main article: Metagross (TCG)

In the TFG

One Metagross figure has been released.

Other appearances

Super Smash Bros. Brawl

File:SSBB Metagross.png
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."

Game data

Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III.
Generation I
Red {{{redbluedex}}}
Blue
Yellow {{{yellowdex}}}
Stadium {{{stadiumdex}}}
Generation II
Gold {{{golddex}}}
Silver {{{silverdex}}}
Crystal {{{crystaldex}}}
Stadium 2 Unknown
Generation III
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
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
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
X Unknown
Y Unknown


Game locations

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III.
Generation I
Red Blue
None Trade
Blue (Japan)
None Trade
Yellow
None Trade
Generation II
Gold Silver
None Trade
Crystal
None Trade
Generation III
Ruby Sapphire
None Evolve Metang
Emerald
None Evolve Metang
FireRed LeafGreen
None Trade
Colosseum
One Realgam Tower (Shadow)
XD
None Trade
Generation IV
Diamond Pearl
None Evolve Metang
Platinum
None Evolve Metang
HeartGold SoulSilver
None Evolve Metang
Pal Park
Mountain
Pokéwalker
None
Generation V
Black White
Rare Giant Chasm (rustling grass)
Black 2 White 2
Rare Giant Chasm (rustling grass)
Dream World
None
Generation VI
X Y
None Trade



In side games

Game Location
Pokémon Pinball:
Ruby & Sapphire
Evolve from Metang
Pokémon Trozei! Phobosphere
Trozei Battle
Mr. Who's Den
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Red/Blue Rescue Team
Evolve from Metang
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Explorers of Time/Darkness
Aegis Cave (Rock Chamber)
Pokémon Ranger Go-Rock Squad Base
Pokémon Ranger:
Shadows of Almia
Evolve from Metang
Pokémon Ranger:
Guardian Signs
Rand's House
Thunder Temple
Light Temple
Pokémon Rumble Blast Factory: World Axle - B2F
PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure Cavern Zone
Pokémon Conquest Evolve Metang

In events

Games Event Language Location Level Distribution period
JR Kyushu Train Station Metagross Japanese Japan 50 April 23 to May 6, 2012
Strongest Class Single Battle Metagross Japanese Japan 100 September 15 to October 28, 2012
Strongest Class Pokémon Gift Metagross Korean South Korea 100 February 24 to May 5, 2013

Pokémon Global Link promotions

Games Event Language Location Level Distribution period
Global Link Metagross English PGL 45 ???
Global Link Metagross English PGL 45 ???
Global Link Metagross French PGL 45 ???
Global Link Metagross French PGL 45 ???
Global Link Metagross German PGL 45 ???
Global Link Metagross German PGL 45 ???
Global Link Metagross Italian PGL 45 ???
Global Link Metagross Italian PGL 45 ???
Global Link Metagross Spanish PGL 45 ???
Global Link Metagross Spanish PGL 45 ???

Held items

Game Held Item(s)
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%)

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.

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 V, this Pokémon is:
Damaged
normally by:
Normal ½×
Fighting
Flying ½×
Poison
Ground
Rock ½×
Bug
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire
Water
Grass ½×
Electric
Psychic ¼×
Ice ½×
Dragon ½×
Dark
None
Weak to:
Normal ½×
Fighting
Flying ½×
Poison
Ground
Rock ½×
Bug
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire
Water
Grass ½×
Electric
Psychic ¼×
Ice ½×
Dragon ½×
Dark
None
Immune to:
Normal ½×
Fighting
Flying ½×
Poison
Ground
Rock ½×
Bug
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire
Water
Grass ½×
Electric
Psychic ¼×
Ice ½×
Dragon ½×
Dark
None
Resistant to:
Normal ½×
Fighting
Flying ½×
Poison
Ground
Rock ½×
Bug
Ghost
Steel ½×
Fire
Water
Grass ½×
Electric
Psychic ¼×
Ice ½×
Dragon ½×
Dark
None
Notes:

Learnset

By leveling up

Generation V
Other generations:
III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
BW B2W2 Move Type Cat. Power Accuracy PP
000Start 000Start Magnet Rise Electric Status 0000 —}}—% 10
000Start 000Start Take Down Normal Physical 09090 085}}85% 20
000Start 000Start Metal Claw Steel Physical 05050 095}}95% 35
000Start 000Start Confusion Psychic Special 05050 100}}100% 25
02020 02020 Confusion Psychic Special 05050 100}}100% 25
02020 02020 Metal Claw Steel Physical 05050 095}}95% 35
02828 02323 Pursuit Dark Physical 04040 100}}100% 20
N/AN/A 02626 Miracle Eye Psychic Status 0000 —}}—% 40
06262 02929 Zen Headbutt Psychic Physical 08080 090}}90% 15
03232 03232 Bullet Punch Steel Physical 04040 100}}100% 30
02424 03535 Scary Face Normal Status 0000 100}}100% 10
04444 03838 Agility Psychic Status 0000 —}}—% 30
03636 04141 Psychic Psychic Special 09090 100}}100% 10
05353 04444 Meteor Mash Steel Physical 100100 085}}85% 10
04545 04545 Hammer Arm Fighting Physical 100100 090}}90% 10
04040 05353 Iron Defense Steel Status 0000 —}}—% 15
07171 06262 Hyper Beam Normal Special 150150 090}}90% 5
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Metagross
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Metagross
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations

By TM/HM

Generation V
Other generations:
III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
 TM   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
Bag TM Dark Sprite.png TM01 Hone Claws Dark Status 0000 —}}—% 15
Bag TM Psychic Sprite.png TM03 Psyshock Psychic Special 08080 100}}100% 10
Bag TM Poison Sprite.png TM06 Toxic Poison Status 0000 090}}90% 10
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM10 Hidden Power Normal Special 0000 100}}100% 15
Bag TM Fire Sprite.png TM11 Sunny Day Fire Status 0000 —}}—% 5
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM15 Hyper Beam Normal Special 150150 090}}90% 5
Bag TM Psychic Sprite.png TM16 Light Screen Psychic Status 0000 —}}—% 30
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM17 Protect Normal Status 0000 —}}—% 10
Bag TM Water Sprite.png TM18 Rain Dance Water Status 0000 —}}—% 5
Bag TM Psychic Sprite.png TM19 Telekinesis Psychic Status 0000 —}}—% 15
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM21 Frustration Normal Physical 0000 100}}100% 20
Bag TM Ground Sprite.png TM26 Earthquake Ground Physical 100100 100}}100% 10
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM27 Return Normal Physical 0000 100}}100% 20
Bag TM Psychic Sprite.png TM29 Psychic Psychic Special 09090 100}}100% 10
Bag TM Ghost Sprite.png TM30 Shadow Ball Ghost Special 08080 100}}100% 15
Bag TM Fighting Sprite.png TM31 Brick Break Fighting Physical 07575 100}}100% 15
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM32 Double Team Normal Status 0000 —}}—% 15
Bag TM Psychic Sprite.png TM33 Reflect Psychic Status 0000 —}}—% 20
Bag TM Poison Sprite.png TM36 Sludge Bomb Poison Special 09090 100}}100% 10
Bag TM Rock Sprite.png TM37 Sandstorm Rock Status 0000 —}}—% 10
Bag TM Rock Sprite.png TM39 Rock Tomb Rock Physical 05050 080}}80% 10
Bag TM Flying Sprite.png TM40 Aerial Ace Flying Physical 06060 —}}—% 20
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM42 Facade Normal Physical 07070 100}}100% 20
Bag TM Psychic Sprite.png TM44 Rest Psychic Status 0000 —}}—% 10
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM48 Round Normal Special 06060 100}}100% 15
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM64 Explosion Normal Physical 250250 100}}100% 5
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM68 Giga Impact Normal Physical 150150 090}}90% 5
Bag TM Rock Sprite.png TM69 Rock Polish Rock Status 0000 —}}—% 20
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM70 Flash Normal Status 0000 100}}100% 20
Bag TM Steel Sprite.png TM74 Gyro Ball Steel Physical 0000 100}}100% 5
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM77 Psych Up Normal Status 0000 —}}—% 10
Bag TM Ground Sprite.png TM78 Bulldoze Ground Physical 06060 100}}100% 20
Bag TM Rock Sprite.png TM80 Rock Slide Rock Physical 07575 090}}90% 10
Bag TM Grass Sprite.png TM86 Grass Knot Grass Special 0000 100}}100% 20
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM87 Swagger Normal Status 0000 090}}90% 15
Bag TM Normal Sprite.png TM90 Substitute Normal Status 0000 —}}—% 10
Bag TM Steel Sprite.png TM91 Flash Cannon Steel Special 08080 100}}100% 10
Bag TM Fighting Sprite.png TM94 Rock Smash Fighting Physical 04040 100}}100% 15
Bag HM Normal Sprite.png HM01 Cut Normal Physical 05050 095}}95% 30
Bag HM Normal Sprite.png HM04 Strength Normal Physical 08080 100}}100% 15
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Metagross
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Metagross
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations

By breeding

Generation V
Other generations:
III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
 Father   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
This Pokémon learns no moves by breeding.
  • Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Metagross 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 Metagross in that game.
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Metagross
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Metagross
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations

By tutoring

Generation V
Other generations:
III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
 Game   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
B W B2 W2 Block Normal Status —% 5
B W B2 W2 Gravity Psychic Status —% 5
B W B2 W2 Ice Punch Ice Physical 75 100% 15
B W B2 W2 Icy Wind Ice Special 55 95% 15
B W B2 W2 Iron Defense Steel Status —% 15
B W B2 W2 Iron Head Steel Physical 80 100% 15
B W B2 W2 Magnet Rise Electric Status —% 10
B W B2 W2 Signal Beam Bug Special 75 100% 15
B W B2 W2 Sleep Talk Normal Status —% 10
B W B2 W2 Snore Normal Special 40 100% 15
B W B2 W2 Stealth Rock Rock Status —% 20
B W B2 W2 ThunderPunch Electric Physical 75 100% 15
B W B2 W2 Trick Psychic Status 100% 10
B W B2 W2 Zen Headbutt Psychic Physical 80 90% 15
  • A black abbreviation in a colored box indicates that Metagross can be tutored the move in that game
  • A colored abbreviation in a white box indicates that Metagross cannot be tutored the move in that game
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Metagross
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Metagross
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Move Tutor moves from other generations

By a prior evolution

Generation V
Other generations:
III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
 Stage   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
Beldum (Pokémon)/Generation V learnset Iron HeadBW Steel Physical 80 100% 15
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Metagross
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Metagross
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see moves from other generations

By events

Generation V
Other generations:
III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
 Event   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP 
JR Kyushu Train StationLv.50 Meteor Mash Steel Physical 100 85% 10
European language Global Link Double-Edge Normal Physical 120 100% 15
  • A superscript level indicates that Metagross can learn this move normally in Generation V at that level
  • Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Metagross
  • Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Metagross
  • Click on the generation numbers at the top to see event moves from other generations

Side game data

Pokémon Pinball
 N/A 
Not available
Pokémon Pinball RS
 PinRS376.png 
Acquisition: Evolve
Pokémon Trozei!
 Trozeiani376.png 
Rarity: Rare
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team
File:MDP RT 376.png 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!
Partner phrases
51%-100% HP <name>, my HP is between 51% and 100%.
26%-50% HP <name>, my HP is between 26% and 50%.
1%-25% HP <name>, my HP is between 1% and 25%.
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  
Metagross fires a calamitous beam. Its power is overwhelming.
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia
Group:  Normal  Poké Assist: None Field move: None
Browser entry  
This Pokémon does not have a browser entry.
Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs
Group: Poké Assist: Field move:
 Steel  Present
Steel Assist.png
( Steel )
Past
Normal Assist.png
( Normal )
Present
Crush 1 field move.png
(Crush ×1)
Past
Crush 1 field move.png
(Crush ×1)
Browser entry  
It protects itself with psychic orbs and launches powerful beams.
N/A Not
Available
Defense
Speed
N/A Not
Available
Defense
Speed
Attack ●●●●●
Defense ●●●●●
Speed ●●●
Attack Not
Available
Defense
Speed
Attack Not
Available
Defense
Speed
Attack Not
Available
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.
PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond
None.png Strong: {{{Park2strong}}} Weak: {{{Park2weak}}}
PokéPark Pad entry:
This Pokémon has no PokéPark Pad entry.
PCP376.png HP: ★★★ Move: Meteor Mash
Attack: ★★★★★ Ability 1: Clear Body
Defense: ★★★★★ Ability 2: Bodyguard
Speed: ★★★ Ability 3: Thrust
Evolves from Metang when its Defense is 128 or higher
Range: 3 Perfect Links: Nobutsuna, Tadakatsu, and Yoshiteru

Evolution

Beldum
Unevolved
Beldum
 Steel  Psychic 
Rare Candy
Level 20


Metang
First evolution
Metang
 Steel  Psychic 
Rare Candy
Level 45


Metagross
Second evolution
Metagross
 Steel  Psychic 


Sprites

Gen Game
I Red Blue Yellow Red (Ja) Green Back
This Pokémon did not appear during Generation I.
II Gold Silver Crystal   Back
This Pokémon did not appear during Generation II.
III Ruby Sapphire Emerald FireRed LeafGreen Back
Spr 3r 376.png Spr 3e 376.png Spr 3f 376.png Spr b 3r 376.png
Spr 3r 376 s.png Spr 3e 376 s.png Spr 3f 376 s.png Spr b 3r 376 s.png
IV Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver Back
Spr 4d 376.png Spr 4p 376.png Spr 4h 376.png Spr b 4d 376.png
Spr 4d 376 s.png Spr 4p 376 s.png Spr 4h 376 s.png Spr b 4d 376 s.png
V Black White Black 2 White 2 Back
Spr 5b 376.png Spr 5b2 376.png Spr b 5b 376.png
Spr 5b 376 s.png Spr 5b2 376 s.png Spr b 5b 376 s.png
Metagross For other sprites and images, please see Metagross images on Bulbagarden Archives.

Trivia

  • Metagross's number in the Hoenn Pokédex and the Fiore Browser are the same: 192.
  • Metagross has the highest:
    • Base stat total of all non-legendary Psychic types and Steel types.
    • Attack stat of all Steel types (tied with Excadrill and Escavalier) and non-legendary Psychic types.
    • Weight of all non-legendary Pokémon.
    • Ratio of Weight to Height of all Pokémon at 345.8 kg/m.
  • Metagross and its evolutionary relatives are the only non-legendary Pokémon with a catch rate of 3.
  • Metagross is the only pseudo-legendary Pokémon that:
    • Is genderless.
    • Keeps it Japanese name in English.
    • Doesn't share at least one of its types with another pseudo-legendary Pokémon.
  • Despite being a genderless species, Metagross is referred to as a male in PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure.
  • In Pokémon Ranger, Metagross requires the second most loops of all Pokémon to be captured, with 30 loops required. Only Psyduck requires more loops.

Origin

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

Name origin

Metagross may be a combination of metal and cross (referring to its facial feature), gross, (referring to its weight [1212 pounds]), 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 [1212 pounds]) or groß gross (German for large)
France Flag.png French Metalosse From metal 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 Same as Japanese name
China and Taiwan Flags.png Mandarin Chinese 巨金怪 Jù Jīn Guài Literally "Giant gold monster".
Hong Kong Flag.png Cantonese Chinese


Notes

Games: Super Smash Bros.Super Smash Bros. MeleeSuper Smash Bros. Brawl
Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii USuper Smash Bros. Ultimate
Characters: PikachuJigglypuffMewtwoPichu
Pokémon Trainer (SquirtleIvysaurCharizard) • LucarioGreninjaIncineroar
Stages: Saffron CityPokémon StadiumPoké FloatsPokémon Stadium 2Spear Pillar
Prism TowerUnova Pokémon LeagueKalos Pokémon League
Poké Ball and Master Ball: AbomasnowAbraAlolan ExeggutorAlolan RaichuAlolan VulpixArceusArticunoBeedrill
BellossomBewearBlastoiseBonslyCelebiChanseyCharizardChespinChikoritaClefairy
CyndaquilDarkraiDedenneDeoxysDittoEeveeElectrodeEnteiFennekin
FletchlingGardevoirGenesectGiratinaGogoatGoldeenGroudonGulpinHitmonlee
Ho-OhInkayJirachiKeldeoKoffingKyogreKyuremLatias and Latios
LugiaLunalaManaphyMarillMarshadowMeloettaMeowthMewMetagrossMimikyu
MoltresMunchlaxOnixOshawottPalkiaPiplupPorygon2PyukumukuRaikouScizorSnivy
SnorlaxSolgaleoSpewpaStaryuStarmieSuicuneSwirlixTapu KokoTogedemaruTogepi
TorchicUnownVenusaurVictiniVulpixWeavileWeezingWobbuffetXerneasZapdosZoroark
Collectables: Trophies (MeleeBrawlfor Nintendo 3DS/Wii U)
Stickers
Spirits
Misc: The Subspace EmissaryMy MusicFinal SmashPokémon ChangeBrawl cameos


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