Bastiodon (Pokémon)

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Bastiodon (Japanese: トリデプス Torideps) is a dual-type Fossil introduced in Generation IV.
It evolves from starting at level 30.
==Biology==
Bastiodon is a which appears to be a cross between a ceratopsian such as and a . 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 . 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 , as evidenced by their fossils frequently being found together, possibly from fighting each other to the death.
===Evolution===
Bastiodon evolves from .
(For specifics on this Pokémon's Evolution in the games, refer to Game data→Evolution data.)
==Game data==
===Pokédex entries===
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===Held Items===
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===Stats===
====Base stats====
====Pokéathlon stats====
===Type effectiveness===
===Learnset===
Bastiodon is available in Version 3.0.0+.
====By leveling up====
====By TM====
====By ====
====By a prior Evolution====
===Side game data===
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===Evolution data===
===Sprites===
==In animation==
===Main series===
====Major appearances====
=====Byron's Bastiodon=====
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 before an outcome could be determined. In Dealing With Defensive Types!, it was used in a Gym against . It was sent out against and managed to defeat him, but it then lost to .
====Minor appearances====
A Bastiodon appeared in In the Palms of our Hands!, as one of the Pokémon living on Faraway Island.
====Pokédex entries====
===GOTCHA!===
====Byron's Bastiodon====
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===
In High-tailing It from Haunter, '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 , Bastiodon appears alongside Byron. He used it during his training sessions with Hareta in Challenge! The Fortress Of Steel!!.
A 's Bastiodon appeared in Charon Must Be Stopped!.
==In the TCG==
==Trivia==
* The wall of the castle in Courtyard Colosseum resembles a Bastiodon's head.
===Origin===
Bastiodon is likely based on a n . Its protective growth resembles a castle wall or fortress. Its head resembles that of . The spike through its nose is reminiscent of the 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 and -don (common suffix in dinosaur names derived from the Ancient Greek word for tooth). It may also allude to the , a French fortress that was built in the 14th century.
Torideps may be a combination of 砦 toride (fortress) and or -ops (common suffix in dinosaur names derived from the Ancient Greek word for face).
==In other languages==
==Related articles==
* Don
* Byron's Bastiodon
* Fossil
==External links==
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