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| Cloyster's most predominant appearance is under [[Lorelei]], during the [[Elite Four]] saga of [[Pokémon Adventures]], first used against {{adv|Yellow}} in conjunction with her {{p|Dewgong}}. Later, in the battle on [[Cerise Island]], it kept the voodoo dolls of {{adv|Green}} and [[Sabrina]] (which kept their arms bound by an ice cuff) safely out of reach while Lorelei {{pkmn|battle}}d them. Although it initially seemed that with Green out cold, Sabrina stood little chance, she feigned attacking repeatedly and slowly sapped Cloyster's strength using {{m|Mega Drain}}, eventually fainting it. Lorelei realized this, and quickly took back the dolls. | | ===Lorelei's Cloyster=== |
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| | First seen against {{adv|Yellow}} in conjunction with her {{p|Dewgong}}. Later, in the battle on [[Cerise Island]], it kept the voodoo dolls of {{adv|Green}} and [[Sabrina]] (which kept their arms bound by an ice cuff) safely out of reach while Lorelei {{pkmn|battle}}d them. Although it initially seemed that with Green out cold, Sabrina stood little chance, she feigned attacking repeatedly and slowly sapped Cloyster's strength using {{m|Mega Drain}}, eventually fainting it. Lorelei realized this, and quickly took back the dolls. |
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| Cloyster reappeared again in Lorelei's attempt to defend [[Quest Island|Seven Island]]. It is then remarked that Cloyster is the strongest fighter Lorelei has in her arsenal due to the tough shell it possesses, said to withstand the damage of a Napalm Bomb. However, though they fought valiantly and pushed [[Sird]] to her limits, ultimately the insidious villain won by having her {{p|Starmie}} {{m|camouflage}} itself and attack where they couldn't defend. | | Cloyster reappeared again in Lorelei's attempt to defend [[Quest Island|Seven Island]]. It is then remarked that Cloyster is the strongest fighter Lorelei has in her arsenal due to the tough shell it possesses, said to withstand the damage of a Napalm Bomb. However, though they fought valiantly and pushed [[Sird]] to her limits, ultimately the insidious villain won by having her {{p|Starmie}} {{m|camouflage}} itself and attack where they couldn't defend. |
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| The boss of Team Rocket, [[Giovanni]], is shown in several rounds using Cloyster. He used it to freeze two {{p|Magmar}} after having a chat with {{adv|Red}}. Then, when Red came to beat him, he used it to freeze [[Poli]]. | | The boss of Team Rocket, [[Giovanni]], is shown in several rounds using Cloyster. He used it to freeze two {{p|Magmar}} after having a chat with {{adv|Red}}. Then, when Red came to beat him, he used it to freeze [[Poli]]. |
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Revision as of 15:10, 14 November 2010
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Height
4'11"
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1.5 m
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4'11"/1.5 m
Red-Striped
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0'0"/0.0 m
Blue-Striped
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0'0"/0.0 m
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Weight
292.1 lbs.
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132.5 kg
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292.1 lbs./132.5 kg
Red-Striped
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0.0 lbs./0.0 kg
Blue-Striped
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0.0 lbs./0.0 kg
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EV yield
HP
0
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Atk
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Def
2
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Sp.Atk
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Speed
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| Base Exp.: 203
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Battle Exp.: 2031*
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Cloyster (Japanese: パルシェン Parshen) is a dual-type Water/Ice Pokémon.
It evolves from Shellder when exposed to a Water Stone.
Biology
Physiology
Cloyster has a spiky shell, six of which are long and conical, resembling turrets, which is used to protect its soft insides from foes. Cloyster has an an inner, gray-colored layer inside its purple shell. Its "head" and face resemble a black pearl, and there is a jutting, horn-like white spike above its "head".
Gender differences
None.
Special abilities
Cloyster has strong defenses and moderate offenses, both thanks to its sturdy shell. It fights by clamping its shell tightly shut while launching spikes from its shell to strike opponents.
Behavior
Cloyster is a clever and sneaky Pokémon, viciously rushing at prey shooting with spikes. It fights roughly because of the hostile nature of its habitat and the protection of its shell, allowing it to withstand physical blows easily. Cloyster swims by means of propulsion, doing so by first swallowing water, then jetting it out toward the rear. Cloyster may also shoot spikes from its shell using the same system.
Habitat
Cloyster lives deep under the sea, usually on the seabed or amongst coral and rocks. Its range is basically the same as Shellder's.
Diet
- Main article: Pokémon food
In the anime
Major Appearances
Lorelei used a Cloyster against Ash in The Mandarin Island Miss Match.
A Cloyster appeared in Staging a Heroes Welcome under the ownership of Kyle.
Minor Appearances
Misty battled against a Cloyster in The Bridge Bike Gang.
Giovanni's Cloyster first appeared in The Battle of the Badge.
Ash also battled one during the Indigo League in Fire and Ice.
A Cloyster appeared in Poké Ball Peril.
Mateo owned a Cloyster in The Crystal Onix.
Butch used a Cloyster during his and Cassidy's attempt to capture Moltres in The Search for the Legend.
A Cloyster made a cameo in Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea.
A Cloyster can be seen in To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!
Pokédex entries
In the manga
Lorelei's Cloyster
- Main article: Lorelei's Cloyster
First seen against Yellow in conjunction with her Dewgong. Later, in the battle on Cerise Island, it kept the voodoo dolls of Green and Sabrina (which kept their arms bound by an ice cuff) safely out of reach while Lorelei battled them. Although it initially seemed that with Green out cold, Sabrina stood little chance, she feigned attacking repeatedly and slowly sapped Cloyster's strength using Mega Drain, eventually fainting it. Lorelei realized this, and quickly took back the dolls.
Cloyster reappeared again in Lorelei's attempt to defend Seven Island. It is then remarked that Cloyster is the strongest fighter Lorelei has in her arsenal due to the tough shell it possesses, said to withstand the damage of a Napalm Bomb. However, though they fought valiantly and pushed Sird to her limits, ultimately the insidious villain won by having her Starmie camouflage itself and attack where they couldn't defend.
Other
The boss of Team Rocket, Giovanni, is shown in several rounds using Cloyster. He used it to freeze two Magmar after having a chat with Red. Then, when Red came to beat him, he used it to freeze Poli.
In the Pokémon Adventures manga, Cloyster is drawn by Mato as having a blue marking like a jewel on its head, beneath the spike. The official art by Ken Sugimori, however, does not. This is likely because the white circle seen on Cloyster's head in most early sprites was interpreted by Mato as a jewel, but was actually intended just to be glare. Satoshi Yamamoto. who took over starting at Volume 10, did not make the same error.
In the TCG
- Main article: Cloyster (TCG)
Game data
NPC appearances
- Pokémon Pinball: A Cloyster appears on the Blue Table, when the pinball can be shot into the Cloyster, Catch'em Mode is activated allowing for the capture of a Pokémon.
Pokédex entries
| This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
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When attacked, it launches its horns in quick volleys. Its innards have never been seen.
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| Yellow
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For protection, it uses its harder-than-diamonds shell. It also shoots spikes from the shell.
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Its shell is so hard, it can even withstand a bomb. No one has ever seen what is inside its shell.
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Once it slams its shell shut, it is impossible to open, even by those with superior strength.
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Cloyster that live in seas with harsh tidal currents grow large, sharp spikes on their shells.
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Even a missile can't break the spikes it uses to stab opponents. They're even harder than its shell.
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Once it slams its shell shut, it is impossible to open, even by those with superior strength.
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Cloyster is capable of swimming in the sea. It does so by swallowing water, then jetting it out toward the rear. This Pokémon shoots spikes from its shell using the same system.
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{{{sapphiredex}}}
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It swims in the sea by swallowing water, then jetting it out toward the rear. The Cloyster shoots spikes from its shell using the same system.
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| FireRed
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Its shell is extremely hard. It cannot be shattered, even with a bomb. The shell opens only when it is attacking.
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When attacked, it launches its horns in quick volleys. Its innards have never been seen.
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It fights by keeping its shell tightly shut for protection and by shooting spikes to repel foes.
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Once it slams its shell shut, it is impossible to open, even by those with superior strength.
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Cloyster that live in seas with harsh tidal currents grow large, sharp spikes on their shells.
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カラを しっかりと とじて みを まもりながら トゲを とばして てきを げきたいする せんぽう。
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{{{whitedex}}}
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{{{black2dex}}}
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| White 2
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{{{white2dex}}}
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Game locations
| This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
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In side games
Stats
Base stats
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At Lv. 100
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110 - 157
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166 - 255
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328 - 504
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85
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81 - 150
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157 - 295
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45 - 106
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85 - 207
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70
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130 - 262
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Total: 525
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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.
- This Pokémon's Special base stat in Generation I was 85.
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Pokéathlon stats
Type effectiveness
| Under normal battle conditions in Generation V, this Pokémon is:
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Learnset
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Cloyster
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Cloyster
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations
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- A black abbreviation in a colored box indicates that Cloyster can be tutored the move in that game
- A colored abbreviation in a white box indicates that Cloyster cannot be tutored the move in that game
- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Cloyster
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Cloyster
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Move Tutor moves from other generations
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TCG-only moves
Side game data
Evolution
Sprites
Trivia
Origin
It appears to be based on a bivalve, more specifically the genus spondylus, with a black pearl as its head.
Name origin
Cloyster's name may be a combination of cloister, to seclude or shelter oneself, and oyster. It could also be a portmanteau of clam and oyster. Its Japanese name may be a combination of パール pearl and シェル shell.
In other languages
- German: Austos - From Auster (oyster).
- French: Crustabri - From crustacé (crustacean) and abri (shelter).
- Korean: 파르셀 Pareusel
- Chinese (Taiwan): 鐵甲貝 Tiě Jiǎ Bèi - "Iron armored shell"
External links
Notes
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This Pokémon article is part of Project Pokédex, a Bulbapedia project that aims to write comprehensive articles on each Pokémon species, as well as Pokémon groups and forms.
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For other sprites and images, please see Cloyster images on Bulbagarden Archives.
