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, after it is revived from an Armor Fossil.

Biology
Bastiodon appears to be a cross between a  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. Despite its rough, intimidating appearance, Bastiodon is actually a docile, caring Pokémon that feeds on grass and Berries. Its steel-hard, shield-like face is capable of repelling any attack. When multiple Bastiodon line up, 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 vulnerable from behind. It seems to have lived in the same habitats as, as evidenced by their fossils often being found together.

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 before an outcome could be determined. Bastiodon reappeared in Dealing With Defensive Types!, where it was used in a Gym against. It battled and managed to defeat it, but it then lost to.

In the Phantom Thief Pokémon 7 manga
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 didn't actually battle him.

In the Pokémon Adventures manga
's Shieldon, nicknamed "," evolved into a Bastiodon fighting several opponents at the Galactic Veilstone Building in High-tailing It from Haunter. Already a sturdy Pokémon prior to evolving, this solidified his strong defenses even more.

In the 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!!.

An Officer's Bastiodon appeared in Charon Must Be Stopped!.

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Trivia

 * The wall of the castle in Courtyard Colosseum resembles a Bastiodon's head.
 * Bastiodon has the highest base and  stats and the highest single base stat of all Fossil Pokémon.

Origin
Bastiodon is based on a n. Its protective growth resembles a castle wall. Its head resembles that of . The spike through its nose is reminiscent of the from various indigenous tribes.

Name origin
Bastiodon is a combination of ' or the ' and don (from δόντι dónti, Greek for tooth; a suffix in various dinosaur names).

Torideps is a combination of 砦 toride (fortress) and .

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