Hey, I’m Zathong and this guide is about Cloyster in Pokémon. Learn more about Cloyster’s type, abilities, weaknesses, evolution, name and location.
| Type | Water I Ice |
| Height | 4′ 11″ |
| Weight | 292.1 lbs |
| Abilities | Shell Armor: A hard shell protects the Pokémon from critical hits. Skill Link: Maximizes the number of times multistrike moves hit. |
| Gender | ♂ ♀ |
Versions:
- Its shell is extremely hard. It cannot be shattered, even with a bomb. The shell opens only when it is attacking.
- Once it slams its shell shut, it is impossible to open, even by those with superior strength.
Cloyster Name in Japanese and Languages others
| Languages | Name |
|---|---|
| English, Spanish, Italian | Cloyster |
| Japanese | パルシェン (Parshen) |
| German | Austos |
| French | Crustabri |
| Origin | clam: marine creature oyster: marine creature cloister: to confine or seclude oneself |
Cloyster Weaknesses
| Weaknesses |
|---|
| Grass |
| Electric |
| Fighting |
| Rock |
Cloyster Evolution
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Water I Ice
Cloyster changes
- In Generation 3, Cloyster does not have the Skill Link ability.
- In Generation 1, Cloyster has a base Special stat of 85.
- In Generations 1-4, Cloyster has a base experience yield of 203.
- In Generations 2-7, Cloyster has a base Friendship value of 70.
Cloyster where to find for…
| Red Blue Yellow | Evolve Shellder |
| Gold Silver Crystal | Evolve Shellder |
| Ruby Sapphire | Trade/migrate from another game |
| FireRed | Evolve Shellder |
| LeafGreen Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum HeartGold SoulSilver | Evolve Shellder |
| Black White | Route 13, Undella Bay, Undella Town |
| Black 2 White 2 | Route 13, Undella Town, Humilau City, Seaside Cave |
| X | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Y | Route 8 |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon | Evolve Shellder |
| Let’s Go Pikachu Let’s Go Eevee | Seafoam Islands |
| Sword Shield | Giant’s Seat, Courageous Cavern, Loop Lagoon |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl | Evolve Shellder |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
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