Solrock (Japanese : ソルロック Solrock ) is a dual-type Rock /Psychic Pokémon introduced in Generation III .
It is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon, but it is considered to be a counterpart of Lunatone .
Biology
Solrock is a primarily orange, spherical Pokémon . It has eight yellow, rocky spines extending from the sides of its body; and multiple small, yellow stony bumps running vertically along its center. On its back are dual rocky mounds, situated to the sides of the mid-line. Its large eyes consist of thick, semicircular yellow eyelids through which black sclerae and red pupils can be seen. A black ring with six extensions surrounds each eye.
Solrock relies on solar energy, which it absorbs in groups during daylight. While it is always expressionless, it is able to sense the emotions and thoughts of others. It spins its body to produce intense heat and a blinding light. It is able to stay silent while floating in the air and can be found in caves . It is believed Solrock originated from space, specifically the sun.
Game data
NPC appearances
Pokédex entries
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III.
Generation III
Hoenn #126
Kanto #—
Ruby
Solrock is a new species of Pok émon that is said to have fallen from space. It floats in air and moves silently. In battle, this Pok émon releases intensely bright light.
Sapphire
Sunlight is the source of Solrock 's power. It is said to possess the ability to read the emotions of others. This Pok émon gives off intense heat while rotating its body.
Emerald
Solar energy is the source of this Pok émon 's power. On sunny days, groups of Solrock line up facing the sun and absorb its light.
FireRed
It absorbs solar energy during the day. Always expressionless, it can sense what its foe is thinking.
LeafGreen
Generation V
Unova B2 W2 : #215
Black
A new Pokémon species, rumored to be from the sun. It gives off light while spinning.
White
Black 2
Solar energy is the source of its power, so it is strong during the daytime. When it spins, its body shines.
White 2
Generation VI
Kalos Coastal #013
Hoenn #131
X
Solar energy is the source of its power, so it is strong during the daytime. When it spins, its body shines.
Y
It absorbs solar energy during the day. Always expressionless, it can sense what its foe is thinking.
Omega Ruby
Solrock is a new species of Pokémon that is said to have fallen from space. It floats in air and moves silently. In battle, this Pokémon releases intensely bright light.
Alpha Sapphire
Sunlight is the source of Solrock's power. It is said to possess the ability to read the emotions of others. This Pokémon gives off intense heat while rotating its body.
Generation VIII
Galar #363
Sinnoh #—
Hisui #—
This Pokémon has no Pokédex entries in Legends: Arceus .
Sword
When it rotates itself, it gives off light similar to the sun, thus blinding its foes.
Shield
Solar energy is the source of its power, so it is strong during the daytime. When it spins, its body shines.
Brilliant Diamond
This new Pokémon species is rumored to be an avatar of the sun. The Pokémon gives off light while spinning.
Shining Pearl
Game locations
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III.
In side games
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III.
In events
Held items
Stats
Base stats
Generations III-VI
Stat
Range
At Lv. 50
At Lv. 100
70
130 - 177
250 - 344
95
90 - 161
175 - 317
85
81 - 150
157 - 295
55
54 - 117
103 - 229
65
63 - 128
121 - 251
70
67 - 134
130 - 262
Total:
440
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 .
Generation VII onward
Stat
Range
At Lv. 50
At Lv. 100
90
150 - 197
290 - 384
95
90 - 161
175 - 317
85
81 - 150
157 - 295
55
54 - 117
103 - 229
65
63 - 128
121 - 251
70
67 - 134
130 - 262
Total:
460
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
Type effectiveness
Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:
Learnset
Solrock is available in Sword and Shield and Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl .
Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Solrock
Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Solrock
Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations
Sw Sh
Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Solrock
Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Solrock
Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations
BD SP
Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Solrock
Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Solrock
Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations
Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Solrock in Generation VIII
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 Solrock in that game.
Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Solrock
Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Solrock
Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations
Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Solrock
Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Solrock
Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Move Tutor moves from other generations
By transfer from another generation
Transferred Pokémon only retain these moves in Pokémon Sword and Shield
A striped background indicates a generation in which the move can only be obtained via event or as a special move
Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Solrock
Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Solrock
× indicates a move that cannot be used in Sword and Shield
Click on the generation numbers at the top to see transfer-only moves for other generations
Side game data
Pokémon Ranger
Group:
Poké Assist:
Field move:
None
Loops: 6
Min. exp.: 30
Max. exp.: 65
Browser entry R-169
Solrock seemingly wobbles in midair. Its whole body flashes to impede capture.
Pokémon Rumble Rush
Walking Speed: 1.67 seconds
Base HP: 57
Base Attack: 77
Base Defense: 54
Base Speed: 60
Evolution data
Sprites
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation III.
This Pokémon is unavailable in Generation IX.
In animation
Main series
Solrock in Pokémon the Series: XY
Major appearances
In It's Still Rocket Roll to Me! and Solid as a Solrock , Tate owns a Solrock, which battled alongside Liza's Lunatone against Ash's Pikachu and Swellow during a Gym battle . It was eventually defeated due to Ash's use of Thunder Armor .
Other
Solrock made its animated series debut in Take the Lombre Home . A group of people blamed a wild Solrock for a drought in their village, when it was actually Team Rocket stealing their water. Solrock redeemed its reputation when it helped to get rid of Team Rocket.
In Pace - The Final Frontier! , Brandon used a Solrock in a battle against Ash at the Battle Pyramid . Solrock battled Squirtle and won before going up against Bulbasaur , which ultimately ended in a tie.
In Hoopa and the Clash of Ages , Baraz used a Solrock to light up dark places.
In A Performance Pop Quiz! , Lily 's Solrock competed in the Anistar City Showcase . In A Dancing Debut! , it competed in the Couriway Town Showcase.
Minor appearances
Solrock debuted in the opening sequence of Jirachi: Wish Maker , under the ownership of a Trainer . It was used alongside a Manectric in a Double Battle against Brendan .
A Coordinator 's Solrock appeared in Deceit and Assist .
A Coordinator's Solrock appeared in Settling a Not-So-Old Score! .
In Dawn's Early Night! , a Coordinator 's Solrock competed alongside a Lunatone for the Double Performance required during the Hearthome Contest .
In PK19 , a Solrock allowed Pikachu and his friends to gain entry into an ice building.
A Solrock appeared in the opening sequence of Zoroark: Master of Illusions .
In Chasing Memories, Creating Dreams! , a Trainer's Solrock watched Professor Kukui 's announcement of the Manalo Stadium 's completion.
In Thank You, Alola! The Journey Continues! , a Trainer's Solrock was on the plane Ash and Pikachu were taking to leave Alola .
In The Mew from Here! , a Solrock was seen on Faraway Island .
Pokédex entries
Episode
Pokémon
Source
Entry
AG063
Solrock
Ash's Pokédex
Solrock, the Meteorite Pokémon. Solrock has the ability to read its opponents' minds. It attacks by rotating quickly, while giving off intense heat.
Pokémon Generations
Solrock in Pokémon Generations
A soldier's Solrock appeared in The Redemption , during a fantasy of a story from the past. It was one of the many Pokémon fighting in the great war of Kalos 3,000 years previously.
GOTCHA!
A Solrock briefly appeared in GOTCHA! , under the ownership of Tate .
In the manga
Solrock in Pokémon Adventures
Pokémon Adventures
Main article: Tate's Solrock
As in the games , one of Tate 's main Pokémon is a Solrock that the twins use in conjunction with Lunatone in Double Battles . It first appeared in I'm Always Grumpig First Thing in the Morning II .
A Solrock appeared in a fantasy in Double Trouble with Dialga and Palkia IV .
Pokédex entries
Manga
Chapter
Entry
Pokémon Adventures
PS228
The sunlight is its source of energy. It is said to be able to read the opponents mind. It gives off heat by spinning its body.
Pokémon Ruby-Sapphire
A Solrock appeared in Death Match Between Summer And Winter! .
In the TCG
Main article: Solrock (TCG)
Trivia
Solrock shares its category with its counterpart Lunatone . They are both known as the Meteorite Pokémon.
Solrock and Lunatone have nearly identical base stats , with only the physical and special stats switched.
Origin
Solrock seems to be based on the Sun , as well as a meteorite . Its squinted eyes may allude to the difficulty of looking directly at the Sun. They also resemble the slits in traditional sunlight-blocking snow goggles . Solrock's shiny coloration might be a reference to red dwarf stars.
Name origin
Solrock is a combination of solar and rock .[ 1]
In other languages
Language
Title
Meaning
Japanese
ソルロック Solrock
From sol and rock
French
Solaroc
From solaire and roc
Spanish
Solrock
Same as English/Japanese name
German
Sonnfel
From Sonne and Fels
Italian
Solrock
Same as English/Japanese name
Korean
솔록 Solrock
Transcription of Japanese name
Mandarin Chinese
太陽岩 / 太阳岩 Tàiyángyán
From 太陽 / 太阳 tàiyáng and 岩 yán
Cantonese Chinese
太陽岩 Taaiyèuhngngàahm
From 太陽 taaiyèuhng and 岩 ngàahm
More languages
Hindi
सूरविरॉक Soorvirock
From सूरज sooraj , रवि ravi and rock
Thai
โซลร็อก Sonrok
Transcription of Japanese name
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References
External links
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