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Bastiodon (Japanese: トリデプス Torideps) is a dual-type Rock/Steel Fossil Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.
It evolves from Shieldon starting at level 30.
Biology
Bastiodon is a Pokémon which appears to be a cross between a ceratopsian such as Chasmosaurus and a bulldozer. Its dark gray, square head resembles a castle wall, complete with four cream-yellow, window-like spots with a black outline, three dark gray spikes on the top, and two larger gray spikes in the upper corners. Bastiodon's triangular nose extends from the middle of its shield-like head down over its lips and appears to be pierced by a gray, horizontal spike. Four spikes jut downward and four large, blunt tusks protrude upward from its dark gray lower jaw. Bastiodon's cream-yellow eyes are partially obscured by the nasal spike and spaced-out tusks. Its thick, cream-yellow body is further protected by a gray ridge and dark gray plates on its back, jagged growths on its legs, and a plated tail.
It is from roughly 100 million years ago. Bastiodon are known to live in herds. Despite its rough, intimidating appearance, Bastiodon is a docile, caring Pokémon that feeds on grass and Berries. Its shield-like face is as tough as a diamond and capable of repelling any attack. When multiple Bastiodon line up side by side, their faces form a wall that nothing can break through; this was how they protected their young. In stark contrast to its impenetrable frontal defense, it is helpless when attacked from behind. Because its facial bones are so hard, they were initially mistaken for its spine by researchers who found its fossils. Bastiodon has lived in the same habitats as Rampardos, as evidenced by their fossils frequently being found together, possibly from fighting each other to the death.
Evolution
Bastiodon evolves from Shieldon.
(For specifics on this Pokémon's Evolution in the games, refer to Game data→Evolution data.)
Game data
Pokédex entries
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
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Generation IV
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Sinnoh #039
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Johto #—
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Diamond
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Any frontal attack is repulsed. It is a docile Pokémon that feeds on grass and berries.
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Pearl
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When attacked, they form a wall with their shieldlike faces to protect their young.
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Platinum
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When they lined up side by side, no foe could break through. They shielded their young in that way.
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HeartGold
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When attacked, they form a wall. Their rock-hard faces serve to protect them from the attacks.
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SoulSilver
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Generation V
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Black
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When they lined up side by side, no foe could break through. They shielded their young in that way.
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White
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Black 2
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When they lined up side by side, no foe could break through. They shielded their young in that way.
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White 2
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Generation VI
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Kalos #—
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Hoenn #—
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X
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When they lined up side by side, no foe could break through. They shielded their young in that way.
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Y
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Any frontal attack is repulsed. It is a docile Pokémon that feeds on grass and berries.
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Omega Ruby
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When they lined up side by side, no foe could break through. They shielded their young in that way.
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Alpha Sapphire
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Any frontal attack is repulsed. It is a docile Pokémon that feeds on grass and berries.
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Generation VII
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Alola S M : #191
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Alola US UM : #238
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Kanto #—
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This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!.
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Sun
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While it can guard against any sort of attack from the front, it is left without recourse when attacked from behind.
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Moon
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It lived in the same environments as Rampardos. Their fossils have been found together—seemingly from after they'd fought to the finish.
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Ultra Sun
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The bones of its face are huge and hard, so they were mistaken for its spine until after this Pokémon was successfully restored.
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Ultra Moon
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This Pokémon is from roughly 100 million years ago. Its terrifyingly tough face is harder than steel.
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Generation VIII
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Galar #—
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Sinnoh #039
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Hisui #211
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This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Sword and Shield.
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Brilliant Diamond
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Any frontal attack is repulsed. It is a docile Pokémon that feeds on grass and berries.
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Shining Pearl
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When attacked, they form a wall with their shield-like faces to protect their young.
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Legends: Arceus
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Its face is sturdy—as strong as diamond—and this hardness offers a very stable defense. Much about this species is still unknown, such as its natural habitat.
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Generation IX
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Paldea #—
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Kitakami #—
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Blueberry #110
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Scarlet
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While it can guard against any sort of attack from the front, it is left without recourse when attacked from behind.
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Violet
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Bastiodon live in herds. When assaulted by enemies, they line up side by side and use their hard faces to block attacks.
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Game locations
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
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In side games
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
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Generation VIII
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This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation VIII side games.
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Held Items
Stats
Base stats
Stat
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Range
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At Lv. 50
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At Lv. 100
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60
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120 - 167
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230 - 324
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52
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51 - 114
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98 - 223
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168
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155 - 242
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306 - 478
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47
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46 - 108
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89 - 212
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138
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128 - 209
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252 - 412
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30
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31 - 90
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58 - 174
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Total: 495
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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.
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Pokéathlon stats
Type effectiveness
Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:
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Learnset
Bastiodon is available in Scarlet and Violet Version 3.0.0+.
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Bastiodon
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Bastiodon
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Bastiodon
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution or an alternate form of Bastiodon
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations
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- Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Bastiodon
- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Bastiodon
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Bastiodon
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Bastiodon
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Bastiodon
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see moves from other generations
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Side game data
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Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs
Group:
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Poké Assist: (present)
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Field move: (present)
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(Tackle ×4)
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Poké Assist: (past)
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Field move: (past)
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(Tackle ×1)
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Browser entry R-179/N-100
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It attacks by making iron balls fall.
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Pokémon Rumble Rush
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Walking Speed: 1.11 seconds
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Base HP: 51
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Base Attack: 77
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Base Defense: 67
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Base Speed: 60
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Evolution data
Sprites
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation IV.
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In animation
Main series
Major appearances
Bastiodon debuted in Ancient Family Matters!, under the ownership of Byron. It was used to battle Roark's Rampardos, but the battle was interrupted by Team Rocket before an outcome could be determined. In Dealing With Defensive Types!, it was used in a Gym battle against Ash. It was sent out against Chimchar and managed to defeat him, but it then lost to Gliscor.
Minor appearances
A Bastiodon appeared in In the Palms of our Hands!, as one of the Pokémon living on Faraway Island.
Pokédex entries
Episode
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Pokémon
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Source
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Entry
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DP107
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Bastiodon
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Dawn's Pokédex
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Bastiodon, the Shield Pokémon and the evolved form of Shieldon. Its massively powerful shield-like face can deflect even the strongest of attacks.
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GOTCHA!
A Bastiodon briefly appeared in GOTCHA!, under the ownership of Byron.
In the manga
Phantom Thief Pokémon 7
Bastiodon made a minor appearance in Phantom Thief Pokémon 7 under the ownership of Mako. The reporter used the large Shield Pokémon to block the titular thief's progress but did not battle him.
Pokémon Adventures
- Main article: Don
In High-tailing It from Haunter, Diamond's Shieldon, nicknamed "Don", evolved into a Bastiodon fighting several opponents at the Galactic Veilstone Building. Already a sturdy Pokémon before evolving, this solidified his strong defenses even more.
Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure!
Like in the games, Bastiodon appears alongside Byron. He used it during his training sessions with Hareta in Challenge! The Fortress Of Steel!!.
A Police Officer's Bastiodon appeared in Charon Must Be Stopped!.
In the TCG
- Main article: Bastiodon (TCG)
Trivia
Origin
Bastiodon is likely based on a ceratopsian dinosaur. Its protective growth resembles a castle wall or fortress. Its head resembles that of Chasmosaurus. The spike through its nose is reminiscent of the nose bones from various indigenous tribes. It also appears to be based on the ultimate shield/immovable object, as opposed to its counterpart, Rampardos, which appears to be based on the ultimate spear/unstoppable force.
Name origin
Bastiodon may be a combination of bastion and -don (common suffix in dinosaur names derived from the Ancient Greek word for tooth). It may also allude to the Bastille, a French fortress that was built in the 14th century.
Torideps may be a combination of 砦 toride (fortress) and Triceratops or -ops (common suffix in dinosaur names derived from the Ancient Greek word for face).
In other languages
Language
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Title
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Meaning
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Japanese
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トリデプス Torideps
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From 砦 toride and Triceratops or -ops
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French
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Bastiodon
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Same as English name
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Spanish
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Bastiodon
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Same as English name
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German
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Bollterus
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From Bollwerk and Schilterus
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Italian
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Bastiodon
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Same as English name
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Korean
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바리톱스 Baritops
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From barrier or barricade and 트리케라톱스 Triceratops
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Mandarin Chinese
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護城龍 / 护城龙 Hùchénglóng
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From 護 / 护 hù, 城 chéng, and 龍 / 龙 lóng
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Cantonese Chinese
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護城龍 Wuhsèhnglùhng
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From 護 wuh, 城 sèhng, and 龍 lùhng
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More languages
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Hindi
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किलाटॉप्स Kilatops
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From क़िला kila and タテトプス Tatetops
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Thai
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โทริเด็ปส์ Thoridep
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Transcription of Japanese name
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Related articles
External links
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