Rhyhorn (Pokémon)

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Rhyhorn サイホーン Sihorn #111
Art by Ken Sugimori from FireRed and LeafGreen
Type Ground Rock Unknown Unknown Blue-Striped Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown	Category Spikes Pokémon
Abilities Lightningrod or Rock Head Rock Head Blue-Striped ----- Reckless Hidden Ability
Exp. at Lv. 100 1,250,000
Regional Pokédex numbers Kanto #111 Johto #211 Hoenn #169 Sinnoh #186 Unova Not in any regional Pokédex
Regional Browser numbers Fiore R— Almia R-149 Oblivia
Height 3'03" Imperial 1.0 m Metric 3'03"/1.0 m Red-Striped 0'0"/0.0 m Blue-Striped 0'0"/0.0 m
Weight 253.5 lbs. Imperial 115.0 kg Metric 253.5 lbs./115.0 kg Red-Striped 0.0 lbs./0.0 kg Blue-Striped 0.0 lbs./0.0 kg
Dex color Gray	Catch rate 120 (15.7%)
Body style Blue-Striped	Footprint      Blue-Striped
Gender ratio Gender unknown Unknown 50% male, 50% female
Breeding Monster and Field groups 21 cycles (5355 minimum steps)
EV yield HP 0 Atk 0 Def 1 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 Base Exp.: 135 Battle Exp.: 1351*
External links On Smogon Pokédex: Generation I Generation II Generation III Generation IV Generation V Generation VI Generation VII Generation VIII Generation IX Artwork on Bulbagarden Archives

Rhyhorn (Japanese: サイホーン Sihorn) is a dual-type Ground/Rock Pokémon.

It evolves into Rhydon starting at level 42, which evolves into Rhyperior when traded holding a Protector.

Biology

Physiology

Rhyhorn is a small rhinoceros-like creature with a body consisting of gray, rocky plates. It has a ridge on its back, and visible fangs protruding from its upper jaw. Rhyhorn has four short legs with two claws. Its head is triangle-shaped with a single, short horn. Rhyhorn has small triangular openings on the sides of its head, which can be presumed to be ears.

Gender differences

A female has a shorter horn.

Special abilities

Rhyhorn's most well known method of attack is to charge straight into things. A charging Rhyhorn can knock a trailer flying. Rhyhorn can also use various Rock and Ground attacks. They can learn special attacks, but these types of attacks are not very strong when used by Rhyhorn. Rhyhorn are one of the few Pokémon capable of learning Megahorn.

Behavior

According to earlier entries in the Pokédex, Rhyhorn is actually brainless. This perception was, most likely, not meant to be taken literally. This conclusion of brainlessness was most likely derived from Rhyhorn’s exceedingly unintelligent methods of battle. Rhyhorn’s animal instinct is simply to charge at any enemy or barrier that threatens its well-being. The species is also perceived to have a very short memory, and is seemingly often confused by circumstances it directly influenced. It is popularly believed that they are only able to remember one thing at a time. Despite their severe setbacks in intelligence, they have been recorded as being surprisingly perceptive once captured.

Habitat

File:Roughterrain.gif

Rough-terrain Pokémon

Rhyhorn live in open plains and mountain ranges. They are often found in Kanto & the Battle Zone and occasionally in Sinnoh. They have also been imported to the Hoenn Safari Zone.

Diet

Main article: Pokémon food

Unknown.

In the anime

Rhyhorn in the anime

Major appearances

A Rhyhorn appeared in Bulbasaur's Mysterious Garden under the ownership of a Hiker. Ash's Bulbasaur defeated it in battle.

The first Pokémon that Ash and his friends saw at Pinkan Island in In the Pink was a Rhyhorn, which was pink in color. Although initially unaware of the trio, Ash rushed up to it and antagonized it. It then cornered the gang at a cliff-edge, and attempted to charge at them, who were saved by Togepi using Teleport via Metronome, causing Rhyhorn to charge over the cliff. It was then rescued by Ash and friends with the help of the resident Officer Jenny.

Minor appearances

Rhyhorn first debuted in The Flame Pokémon-athon!, entering a race with its Trainer. Rhyhorn jumped onto a stone but they sank, and Rhyhorn and its Trainer were eliminated from the race.

Rhyhorn appeared in the banned episode EP035. Ash attempted to capture it, but it got away.

A Rhyhorn appeared in A Chansey Operation, where it was one of the injured Pokémon brought to the clinic.

A Rhyhorn owned by Corey was one of the Pokémon that was captured and cloned by Mewtwo in Mewtwo Strikes Back. The Rhyhorn clone was seen again in Mewtwo Returns, having by this point bred a baby Rhyhorn with the clone of Fergus's Nidoqueen.

Multiple Rhyhorn were among the Pokémon seen at Professor Oak's Laboratory in Showdown at the Po-ké Corral and The Rivalry Revival.

Rhyhorn also appeared in The Power of One.

Two Rhyhorn were seen at Professor Oak's Laboratory in A Tent Situation.

A Rhyhorn was seen in the wild in The Legend of Thunder!.

Multiple Rhyhorn also appeared in Celebi: Voice of the Forest, Pokémon Heroes and Destiny Deoxys.

Jon Dickson's Rhyhorn defeated Harrison's Houndoom and knocked Harrison out of the Silver Conference in Johto Photo Finish.

A Rhyhorn that belonged to Noland was seen in Numero Uno Articuno.

Multiple Rhyhorn appeared in Lucario and the Mystery of Mew as part of the feuding armies.

A Rhyhorn charged at Ash's Donphan after it had angered it by accident in Odd Pokémon Out.

A Rhyhorn was amongst the group of Pokémon used to attack Dawn, Brock, Officer Jenny, and Solana in Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Part Two.

A Rhyhorn appeared in Camping It Up!.

Multiple Rhyhorn were caught by the Pokémon Pinchers in Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs (Part One).

A Rhyhorn appeared in the opening scenes of Giratina and the Sky Warrior and Zoroark: Master of Illusions.

Pokédex entries

Episode Pokémon Source Entry EP035 Rhyhorn Ash's Pokédex Rhyhorn. Spikes Pokémon. With hard shell protection, its Tackle is very powerful. Original series entries continue below.

Episode Pokémon Source Entry EP088 Rhyhorn Ash's Pokédex Rhyhorn, the Spike Pokémon. Rhyhorn is known for its physical power and its considerable offensive and defensive skills.

In the manga

File:Rhyhorn Horn Attack Adventures.png

Giovanni's Rhyhorn, as seen in Pokémon Adventures

In the Pokémon Adventures manga

Rhyhorn debuts in the Red, Green & Blue arc in Raging Rhydon as Koga's Pokémon. After getting defeated by Red's Pikachu, Pika, it's forced to evolve with a mysterious injection, and knocks out Misty with its increased power.

In Volume 3, another Rhyhorn is seen in possession of Giovanni, and is one of his main fighters, who knocked out Red's Aerodactyl with a simple Tail Whip. He also later uses it in the battle with Lance to generate a sandstorm by crushing rocks.

In the Pokémon Zensho manga

Shigeru has a Rhyhorn which he caught in the Safari Zone.

In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga

Drake's Rhyhorn was only seen in a flashback. It is currently unknown whether or not he still has it.

In the TCG

Main article: Rhyhorn (TCG)

Game data

Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
Generation I Red Its massive bones are 1000 times harder than human bones. It can easily knock a trailer flying. Blue Yellow A Pokémon with a one-track mind. Once it charges, it won't stop running until it falls asleep. Stadium Its bones are 1,000 times harder than human bones. Using its durability and strength, it can destroy tall buildings.
Generation II Gold It is inept at turning because of its four short legs. It can only charge and run in one direction. Silver It doesn't care if there is anything in its way. It just charges and destroys all obstacles. Crystal It can remember only one thing at a time. Once it starts rushing, it forgets why it started. Stadium 2 It is inept at turning because of its four short legs. It can only charge and run in one direction.
Generation III Ruby Rhyhorn runs in a straight line, smashing everything in its path. It is not bothered even if it rushes headlong into a block of steel. This Pokémon may feel some pain from the collision the next day, however. Sapphire Rhyhorn's brain is very small. It is so dense, while on a run it forgets why it started running in the first place. It apparently remembers sometimes if it demolishes something. Emerald Once it starts running, it doesn't stop. Its tiny brain makes it so stupid that it can't remember why it started running in the first place. FireRed Strong, but not too bright, this Pokémon can shatter even a skyscraper with its charging tackles. LeafGreen Its massive bones are 1000 times harder than human bones. It can easily knock a trailer flying.
Generation IV Diamond Its body is clad in a thick hide, and its tackles topple buildings. Unfortunately, it is not smart. Pearl {{{pearldex}}} Platinum Its powerful tackles can destroy anything. However, it is too slow witted to help people work. HeartGold It is inept at turning because of its four short legs. It can only charge and run in one direction. SoulSilver It doesn't care if there is anything in its way. It just charges and destroys all obstacles.
Generation V Black Its powerful tackles can destroy anything. However, it is too slow witted to help people work. White {{{whitedex}}} Black 2 なんでも　たいあたりで　こわせる　ちからもちだが　あたまが　わるいので　ひとのしごとを　てつだうのは　むり。 White 2 {{{white2dex}}}
Generation VI X Unknown Y Unknown

Game locations

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
Generation I Red Blue Rare Safari Zone Blue (Japan) None Trade Yellow Rare Safari Zone, Cerulean Cave
Generation II Gold Silver Rare Victory Road Crystal Uncommon Victory Road
Generation III Ruby Sapphire Common Safari Zone Emerald Common Safari Zone FireRed LeafGreen Uncommon Safari Zone Colosseum None Trade XD None Trade
Generation IV Diamond Pearl Rare Route 227, Stark Mountain Platinum Uncommon Route 214, Route 227, Victory Road, Stark Mountain HeartGold SoulSilver Rare Victory Road, Safari Zone Pal Park Mountain Pokéwalker Volcano Path
Generation V Black White Unknown White Forest (White only) Black 2 White 2 None Trade Dream World Rugged Mountain
Generation VI X Y None Trade

In side games

Game	Location
Pokémon Pinball	Safari Zone
Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire	Safari Zone (Ruby Field)
Pokémon Trozei!	Phobos Walker Endless Level 39 Pair Trozei Mr. Who's Den
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Red/Blue Rescue Team	Frosty Grotto (1F-4F) Buried Relic (61F-73F) Wish Cave (58F-61F) Southern Cavern (31F-39F) Joyous Tower (58F-61F)
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Explorers of Time/Darkness	Northern Desert (8F-15F) Shimmer Hill (1F-17F)
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia	Volcano Cave
Pokémon Rumble	Rocky Cave
Pokémon Rumble Blast	Desert: Sunny Seashore

Stats

Base stats

Stat		Range
		At Lv. 50	At Lv. 100
HP: 80		140 - 187	270 - 364
Attack: 85		81 - 150	157 - 295
Defense: 95		90 - 161	175 - 317
Sp. Atk: 30		31 - 90	58 - 174
Sp. Def: 30		31 - 90	58 - 174
Speed: 25		27 - 84	49 - 163
Total: 345	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. This Pokémon's Special base stat in Generation I was 30.

Pokéathlon stats

Speed 2/5 ★★☆☆☆	Power 3/5 ★★★☆☆
Skill 1/2 ★☆	Stamina 3/4 ★★★☆
Jump 2/2 ★★	Total 11/18 ★★☆

Type effectiveness

Under normal battle conditions in Generation V, this Pokémon is:

Damaged normally by: Normal ½× Fighting 2× Flying ½× Poison ¼× Ground 2× Rock ½× Bug 1× Ghost 1× Steel 2× Fire ½× Water 4× Grass 4× Electric 0× Psychic 1× Ice 2× Dragon 1× Dark 1× None

Weak to: Normal ½× Fighting 2× Flying ½× Poison ¼× Ground 2× Rock ½× Bug 1× Ghost 1× Steel 2× Fire ½× Water 4× Grass 4× Electric 0× Psychic 1× Ice 2× Dragon 1× Dark 1× None

Immune to: Normal ½× Fighting 2× Flying ½× Poison ¼× Ground 2× Rock ½× Bug 1× Ghost 1× Steel 2× Fire ½× Water 4× Grass 4× Electric 0× Psychic 1× Ice 2× Dragon 1× Dark 1× None

Resistant to: Normal ½× Fighting 2× Flying ½× Poison ¼× Ground 2× Rock ½× Bug 1× Ghost 1× Steel 2× Fire ½× Water 4× Grass 4× Electric 0× Psychic 1× Ice 2× Dragon 1× Dark 1× None

Learnset

By leveling up

Generation V Other generations: I - II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX

Level   Move   Type   Cat.   Pwr.   Acc.   PP  00Start Horn Attack Normal Physical 06565 100100% 25 00Start Tail Whip Normal Status 0000— 100100% 30 088 Stomp Normal Physical 06565 100100% 20 1212 Fury Attack Normal Physical 01515 08585% 20 1919 Scary Face Normal Status 0000— 100100% 10 2323 Rock Blast Rock Physical 02525 09090% 10 3030 Bulldoze Ground Physical 06060 100100% 20 3434 Chip Away Normal Physical 07070 100100% 20 4141 Take Down Normal Physical 09090 08585% 20 4545 Drill Run Ground Physical 08080 09595% 10 5252 Stone Edge Rock Physical 100100 08080% 5 5656 Earthquake Ground Physical 100100 100100% 10 6363 Horn Drill Normal Physical 0000— ——% 5 6767 Megahorn Bug Physical 120120 08585% 10

Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Rhyhorn Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Rhyhorn Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations

By TM/HM

Generation V Other generations: I - II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
TM		Move	Type	Cat.	Pwr.	Acc.	PP
	TM05	Roar	Normal	Status	0000—	100}}100%	20
	TM06	Toxic	Poison	Status	0000—	090}}90%	10
	TM10	Hidden Power	Normal	Special	0000—	100}}100%	15
	TM11	Sunny Day	Fire	Status	0000—	—}}—%	5
	TM13	Ice Beam	Ice	Special	09595	100}}100%	10
	TM14	Blizzard	Ice	Special	120120	070}}70%	5
	TM17	Protect	Normal	Status	0000—	—}}—%	10
	TM18	Rain Dance	Water	Status	0000—	—}}—%	5
	TM21	Frustration	Normal	Physical	0000—	100}}100%	20
	TM24	Thunderbolt	Electric	Special	09595	100}}100%	15
	TM25	Thunder	Electric	Special	120120	070}}70%	10
	TM26	Earthquake	Ground	Physical	100100	100}}100%	10
	TM27	Return	Normal	Physical	0000—	100}}100%	20
	TM28	Dig	Ground	Physical	08080	100}}100%	10
	TM32	Double Team	Normal	Status	0000—	—}}—%	15
	TM35	Flamethrower	Fire	Special	09595	100}}100%	15
	TM37	Sandstorm	Rock	Status	0000—	—}}—%	10
	TM38	Fire Blast	Fire	Special	120120	085}}85%	5
	TM39	Rock Tomb	Rock	Physical	05050	080}}80%	10
	TM42	Facade	Normal	Physical	07070	100}}100%	20
	TM44	Rest	Psychic	Status	0000—	—}}—%	10
	TM45	Attract	Normal	Status	0000—	100}}100%	15
	TM46	Thief	Dark	Physical	04040	100}}100%	10
	TM48	Round	Normal	Special	06060	100}}100%	15
	TM59	Incinerate	Fire	Special	03030	100}}100%	15
	TM66	Payback	Dark	Physical	05050	100}}100%	10
	TM69	Rock Polish	Rock	Status	0000—	—}}—%	20
	TM71	Stone Edge	Rock	Physical	100100	080}}80%	5
	TM75	Swords Dance	Normal	Status	0000—	—}}—%	30
	TM78	Bulldoze	Ground	Physical	06060	100}}100%	20
	TM80	Rock Slide	Rock	Physical	07575	090}}90%	10
	TM84	Poison Jab	Poison	Physical	08080	100}}100%	20
	TM87	Swagger	Normal	Status	0000—	090}}90%	15
	TM90	Substitute	Normal	Status	0000—	—}}—%	10
	TM94	Rock Smash	Fighting	Physical	04040	100}}100%	15
	HM04	Strength	Normal	Physical	08080	100}}100%	15
Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Rhyhorn Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Rhyhorn Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations

By breeding

Generation V Other generations: II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
Father	Move	Type	Cat.	Pwr.	Acc.	PP
	Counter	Fighting	Physical	—	100%	20
	Crunch	Dark	Physical	80	100%	15
	Crush Claw	Normal	Physical	75	95%	10
	Curse	Ghost	Status	—	—%	10
	Dragon Rush	Dragon	Physical	100	75%	10
	Fire Fang	Fire	Physical	65	95%	15
	Ice Fang	Ice	Physical	65	95%	15
	Iron Tail	Steel	Physical	100	75%	15
	Magnitude	Ground	Physical	—	100%	30
	Reversal	Fighting	Physical	—	100%	15
	Rock Climb	Normal	Physical	90	85%	20
	Skull Bash	Normal	Physical	100	100%	15
	Thunder Fang	Electric	Physical	65	95%	15
Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Rhyhorn in Generation V 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 Rhyhorn in that game. Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Rhyhorn Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Rhyhorn Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations

By tutoring

Generation V Other generations: II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
Game				Move	Type	Cat.	Pwr.	Acc.	PP
This Pokémon learns no moves by tutoring.
A black abbreviation in a colored box indicates that Rhyhorn can be tutored the move in that game A colored abbreviation in a white box indicates that Rhyhorn cannot be tutored the move in that game Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Rhyhorn Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Rhyhorn Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Move Tutor moves from other generations

Dream World-only moves

Generation V Other generations: I - II - III - IV - VI - VII - VIII - IX
Event	Move	Type	Cat.	Pwr.	Acc.	PP
Dream World	Counter	Fighting	Physical	—	100%	20
Dream World	Double-Edge	Normal	Physical	120	100%	15
A superscript level indicates that Rhyhorn can learn this move normally in Generation V at that level Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Rhyhorn Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Rhyhorn Click on the generation numbers at the top to see event moves from other generations

Side game data

Pokémon Pinball     Acquisition: Catch		Pokémon Pinball RS     Acquisition: Catch		Pokémon Trozei!    Rarity: Common
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team File:MDP RT 111.png Body size: 1 Recruit rate: 7.7% Friend Area: Safari Phrases 51%-100% HP I'm kinda very hard. 26%-50% HP My HP went down to half... 1%-25% HP Can't keep going... No power to fight... Level up I did it. Leveled up! Partner phrases 51%-100% HP <name>, my HP is between 51% and 100%. 26%-50% HP <name>, my HP is between 26% and 50%. 1%-25% HP <name>, my HP is between 1% and 25%. Level up I did it. Leveled up!
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Explorers of Time, Explorers of Darkness, and Explorers of Sky Body size: 1 Recruit rate: 6.4% IQ group: E
Pokémon Ranger Group:  Normal  Poké Assist: None Field move: None Loops: 0 Min. exp.: 0 Max. exp.: 0 Browser entry   This Pokémon does not have a browser entry.
Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia Group:  Ground  Poké Assist: ( Ground ) Field move: (Tackle ×2) Browser entry   It opens up fissures in the ground to attack.
Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs Group: Poké Assist: Field move:  Normal  None Past ( Normal ) None Past (Electrify ×1) Browser entry   This Pokémon does not have a browser entry.
Pokémon Rumble N/A Not Available Defense Speed N/A Not Available Defense Speed			Pokémon Rumble Blast N/A Not Available Defense Speed N/A Not Available Defense Speed N/A Not Available Defense Speed N/A Not Available Defense Speed
PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure PokéPark Pad entry: This Pokémon has no PokéPark Pad entry.
PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond Strong: {{{Park2strong}}} Weak: {{{Park2weak}}} PokéPark Pad entry: This Pokémon has no PokéPark Pad entry.
Pokémon Conquest HP: Move: {{{ConquestMove}}} Attack: Ability 1: {{{ConquestAbility1}}} Defense: Ability 2: {{{ConquestAbility2}}} Speed: Ability 3: {{{ConquestAbility3}}} Does not evolve. Range: 0 Perfect Links: {{{ConquestLink}}}

Evolution

Unevolved Rhyhorn  Ground  Rock

Level 42 →

First Evolution Rhydon  Ground  Rock

Trade holding Protector →

Second Evolution Rhyperior  Ground  Rock

Sprites

Gen	Game
I	Red	Blue	Yellow		Red (Ja)	Green	Back
II	Gold	Silver	Crystal				Back
III	Ruby	Sapphire	Emerald		FireRed	LeafGreen	Back
IV	Diamond	Pearl	Platinum		HeartGold	SoulSilver	Back
V	Black	White	Black 2	White 2			Back

For other sprites and images, please see Rhyhorn images on Bulbagarden Archives.

Trivia

• Since they are included in the Sinnoh Pokédex in Pokémon Platinum, Rhyhorn and Rhydon have appeared in every Japan-centric Regional Pokédex.
• In the games, Rhyhorn has the exact same cry as Charizard.
• Rhyhorn's evolution line are the only Pokémon with the Rock/Ground combination to have Ground as its primary type.

Origin

Its design appears to be inspired by an Indian rhinoceros, with similar plated armor, and an Uintatherium from whom it may have taken its flat head and horn, with elements of a triceratops.

Name origin

Rhyhorn may be a combination of rhinoceros and horn. Rhy may also derive from the igneous rock called rhyolite, alluding to its Ground/Rock typing.

Sihorn is a combination of 犀 sai (rhinoceros) and horn.

In other languages

Language Title Meaning Japanese サイホーン Sihorn From 犀 sai and horn French Rhinocorne Combination of rhinocéros and corne Spanish Rhyhorn Same as English name German Rihorn Similar to English name Italian Rhyhorn Same as English name Korean 뿔카노 Ppulkano Mandarin Chinese 鐵甲犀牛 / 铁甲犀牛 Tiějiǎxīniú Means "Armored rhinoceros" Cantonese Chinese 鐵甲犀牛 Titgaapsāingàuh Means "Armored rhinoceros"

More languages

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