Steelix
Steelix is a Steel/Ground type Pokémon introduced in Generation 2.
Steelix has a Mega Evolution, available in Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire and Pokémon Go.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0208 | 
|---|---|
| Type | Steel Ground | 
| Species | Iron Snake Pokémon | 
| Height | 9.2 m (30′02″) | 
| Weight | 400.0 kg (881.8 lbs) | 
| Abilities | 1. Rock Head 2. Sturdy Sheer Force (hidden ability) | 
| Local № | 0063 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0035 (Diamond/Pearl) 0035 (Platinum) 0063 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0072 (Black 2/White 2) 0054 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0179 (Sword/Shield) 0035 (Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl) 0119 (Legends: Arceus) | 
Training
| EV yield | 2 Defense | 
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 25 (3.3% with PokéBall, full HP) | 
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) | 
| Base Exp. | 179 | 
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast | 
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Mineral | 
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female | 
| Egg cycles | 25 (6,169–6,425 steps) | 
Base stats
| HP | 75 | 260 | 354 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Defense | 200 | 364 | 548 | |
| Sp. Atk | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
| Sp. Def | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Speed | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
| Total | 510 | Min | Max | 
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0208 | 
|---|---|
| Type | Steel Ground | 
| Species | Iron Snake Pokémon | 
| Height | 10.5 m (34′05″) | 
| Weight | 740.0 kg (1631.4 lbs) | 
| Abilities | 1. Sand Force | 
| Local № | 0063 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0035 (Diamond/Pearl) 0035 (Platinum) 0063 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0072 (Black 2/White 2) 0054 (X/Y — Coastal Kalos) 0179 (Sword/Shield) 0035 (Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl) 0119 (Legends: Arceus) | 
Training
| EV yield | 2 Defense | 
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 25 (3.3% with PokéBall, full HP) | 
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) | 
| Base Exp. | 214 | 
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast | 
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Mineral | 
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female | 
| Egg cycles | 25 (6,169–6,425 steps) | 
Base stats
| HP | 75 | 260 | 354 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 125 | 229 | 383 | |
| Defense | 230 | 418 | 614 | |
| Sp. Atk | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
| Sp. Def | 95 | 175 | 317 | |
| Speed | 30 | 58 | 174 | |
| Total | 610 | Min | Max | 
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Steelix changes
- In Generations 2-4, Steelix has a base experience yield of 196.
- In Generations 2-7, Steelix has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Gold | Its body has been compressed deep under the ground. As a result, it is even harder than a diamond. | 
|---|---|
| Silver | It is said that if an ONIX lives for over 100 years, its composition changes to become diamond-like. | 
| Crystal | The many small metal particles that cover this POKéMON’s body reflect bright light well. | 
| Ruby Sapphire | STEELIX lives even further underground than ONIX. This POKéMON is known to dig towards the earth’s core. There are records of this POKéMON reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground. | 
| FireRed | It is said that if an ONIX lives for over 100 years, its composition changes to become diamond-like. | 
| LeafGreen | Its body has been compressed deep under the ground. As a result, it is even harder than diamond. | 
| Emerald | STEELIX live even further underground than ONIX. This POKéMON is known to dig toward the earth’s core, reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground. | 
| Diamond | Tempered underground under high pressure and heat, its body is harder than any metal. | 
| Pearl | It chews its way through boulders with its sturdy jaws. Its eyes can see in the darkness underground. | 
| Platinum | It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil. | 
| HeartGold | Its body has been compressed deep under the ground. As a result, it is even harder than a diamond. | 
| SoulSilver | It’s said that if an ONIX lives for 100 years, its composition becomes diamondlike as it evolves into a STEELIX. | 
| Black White | It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil. | 
| Black 2 White 2 | The iron it ingested with the soil it swallowed transformed its body and made it harder than diamonds. | 
| X | Tempered underground under high pressure and heat, its body is harder than any metal. | 
| Y | It chews its way through boulders with its sturdy jaws. Its eyes can see in the darkness underground. | 
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire | Steelix lives even further underground than Onix. This Pokémon is known to dig toward the earth’s core. There are records of this Pokémon reaching a depth of over six-tenths of a mile underground. | 
| Sword | It is said that if an Onix lives for over 100 years, its composition changes to become diamond-like. | 
| Shield | It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil. | 
| Brilliant Diamond | Tempered underground under high pressure and heat, its body is harder than any metal. | 
| Shining Pearl | It chews its way through boulders with its sturdy jaws. Its eyes can see in the darkness underground. | 
| Legends: Arceus | This Pokémon evolved through use of a strange item. Its body is coated with steel powder and notably hard—not even diamond can leave so much as a scratch. | 
Moves learned by Steelix
- In other generations
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
Moves learnt by level up
Steelix learns the following moves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl at the levels specified.
| Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bind | Normal |  | 15 | 85 | 
| 1 | Crunch | Dark |  | 80 | 100 | 
| 1 | Fire Fang | Fire |  | 65 | 95 | 
| 1 | Harden | Normal |  | — | — | 
| 1 | Ice Fang | Ice |  | 65 | 95 | 
| 1 | Rock Polish | Rock |  | — | — | 
| 1 | Rock Throw | Rock |  | 50 | 90 | 
| 1 | Tackle | Normal |  | 40 | 100 | 
| 1 | Thunder Fang | Electric |  | 65 | 95 | 
| 4 | Smack Down | Rock |  | 50 | 100 | 
| 8 | Autotomize | Steel |  | — | — | 
| 12 | Dragon Breath | Dragon |  | 60 | 100 | 
| 16 | Curse | Ghost |  | — | — | 
| 20 | Rock Slide | Rock |  | 75 | 90 | 
| 24 | Screech | Normal |  | — | 85 | 
| 28 | Sand Tomb | Ground |  | 35 | 85 | 
| 32 | Stealth Rock | Rock |  | — | — | 
| 36 | Slam | Normal |  | 80 | 75 | 
| 40 | Sandstorm | Rock |  | — | — | 
| 44 | Dig | Ground |  | 80 | 100 | 
| 48 | Iron Tail | Steel |  | 100 | 75 | 
| 52 | Stone Edge | Rock |  | 100 | 80 | 
| 56 | Double-Edge | Normal |  | 120 | 100 | 
| 60 | Magnet Rise | Electric |  | — | — | 
Egg moves
Steelix learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Steelix gen 8 learnset page.
Moves learnt by TM
Steelix is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl:
| TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 | Roar | Normal |  | — | — | 
| 11 | Sunny Day | Fire |  | — | — | 
| 12 | Taunt | Dark |  | — | 100 | 
| 15 | Hyper Beam | Normal |  | 150 | 90 | 
| 17 | Protect | Normal |  | — | — | 
| 23 | Iron Tail | Steel |  | 100 | 75 | 
| 26 | Earthquake | Ground |  | 100 | 100 | 
| 28 | Dig | Ground |  | 80 | 100 | 
| 32 | Double Team | Normal |  | — | — | 
| 37 | Sandstorm | Rock |  | — | — | 
| 39 | Rock Tomb | Rock |  | 60 | 95 | 
| 41 | Torment | Dark |  | — | 100 | 
| 42 | Facade | Normal |  | 70 | 100 | 
| 44 | Rest | Psychic |  | — | — | 
| 45 | Attract | Normal |  | — | 100 | 
| 58 | Endure | Normal |  | — | — | 
| 59 | Dragon Pulse | Dragon |  | 85 | 100 | 
| 64 | Explosion | Normal |  | 250 | 100 | 
| 66 | Payback | Dark |  | 50 | 100 | 
| 68 | Giga Impact | Normal |  | 150 | 90 | 
| 69 | Rock Polish | Rock |  | — | — | 
| 71 | Stone Edge | Rock |  | 100 | 80 | 
| 74 | Gyro Ball | Steel |  | — | 100 | 
| 76 | Stealth Rock | Rock |  | — | — | 
| 77 | Psych Up | Normal |  | — | — | 
| 79 | Dark Pulse | Dark |  | 80 | 100 | 
| 80 | Rock Slide | Rock |  | 75 | 90 | 
| 82 | Sleep Talk | Normal |  | — | — | 
| 83 | Bulldoze | Ground |  | 60 | 100 | 
| 87 | Swagger | Normal |  | — | 85 | 
| 90 | Substitute | Normal |  | — | — | 
| 91 | Flash Cannon | Steel |  | 80 | 100 | 
| 93 | Cut | Normal |  | 50 | 95 | 
| 96 | Strength | Normal |  | 80 | 100 | 
| 98 | Rock Smash | Fighting |  | 40 | 100 | 
| 100 | Rock Climb | Normal |  | 90 | 85 | 
Moves learnt by level up
Steelix learns the following moves in Pokémon Legends: Arceus at the levels specified.
Move Tutor moves
Steelix can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Legends: Arceus from move tutors:
| Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Tail | Water |  | 90 | 90 | 
| Bulldoze | Ground |  | 60 | 100 | 
| Dark Pulse | Dark |  | 80 | 100 | 
| Earth Power | Ground |  | 90 | 100 | 
| Fire Fang | Fire |  | 65 | 95 | 
| Flash Cannon | Steel |  | 80 | 100 | 
| Giga Impact | Normal |  | 150 | 90 | 
| High Horsepower | Ground |  | 95 | 95 | 
| Hyper Beam | Normal |  | 150 | 90 | 
| Ice Ball | Ice |  | 30 | 90 | 
| Ice Fang | Ice |  | 65 | 95 | 
| Iron Head | Steel |  | 80 | 100 | 
| Iron Tail | Steel |  | 100 | 75 | 
| Power Shift | Normal |  | — | — | 
| Rest | Psychic |  | — | — | 
| Rock Slide | Rock |  | 75 | 90 | 
| Rock Smash | Fighting |  | 40 | 100 | 
| Stealth Rock | Rock |  | — | — | 
| Steel Beam | Steel |  | 140 | 95 | 
| Stone Edge | Rock |  | 100 | 80 | 
| Thunder Fang | Electric |  | 65 | 95 | 
- In other generations
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
Steelix sprites
| Type | Generation 2 | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal |   |   |   |   |   | — |   | — | 
| Shiny |   |   |   |   |   | — | — | — | 
- See all Steelix sprites
Where to find Steelix
| Gold Silver Crystal | Evolve Onix | 
|---|---|
| Ruby Sapphire | Trade/migrate from another game | 
| FireRed LeafGreen | Evolve Onix | 
| Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game | 
| Diamond Pearl | Iron Island, Snowpoint Temple, Victory Road | 
| Platinum | Iron Island, Victory Road | 
| HeartGold SoulSilver | Cliff Cave, Mt. Silver, Olivine City | 
| Black White | Evolve Onix | 
| Black 2 White 2 | Twist Mountain, Clay Tunnel, Underground Ruins | 
| X Y | Cyllage City | 
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire | Evolve Onix | 
| Sun Moon | Trade/migrate from another game | 
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon | Evolve Onix | 
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee | Not available in this game | 
| Sword Shield | Evolve Onix | 
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl | Iron Island, Snowpoint Temple, Victory Road | 
| Legends: Arceus | Celestica Trail | 
| Scarlet Violet | Location data not yet available | 
Answers to Steelix questions
Other languages
| English | Steelix | 
|---|---|
| Japanese | ハガネール (Haganeil) | 
| German | Stahlos | 
| French | Steelix | 
| Italian | Steelix | 
| Spanish | Steelix | 
| Korean | 강철톤 (gangcheolton) | 
| Chinese (Simplified) | 大钢蛇 | 
| Chinese (Traditional) | 大鋼蛇 | 
| English | Iron Snake Pokémon | 
|---|---|
| Japanese | てつへびポケモン | 
| German | Stahlboa-Pokémon | 
| French | Pokémon Serpenfer | 
| Italian | Pokémon Ferroserpe | 
| Spanish | Pokémon Serpiente Férrea | 
| Korean | 철뱀포켓몬 | 
| Chinese (Simplified) | 铁蛇宝可梦 | 
| Chinese (Traditional) | 鐵蛇寶可夢 | 
Name origin
- steel
- a metal alloy
- onyx
- a type of rock; Onix is Steelix’s prevolution

 
 

