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Magneton(JP) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a dual-type Electric/Steel Pokémon that made its first appearance in the first generation games Red and Blue. It evolves from Magnemite at level 30 and into Magnezone when leveled up in a special magnetic field. It appears to be distantly related to the Paradox Pokémon Sandy Shocks.
Physiology and Behaviour[]
Magneton is a robot-like Pokémon, the result of three Magnemite becoming linked together by a strong magnetic force, although a single Magnemite can evolve by itself when there are no other Magnemite in the vicinity. Each individual Magnemite has a gray spherical body with a single eye, and a gray and red-and-blue tipped horseshoe magnet on each side. The topmost Magnemite has three Phillips head screws on its body, while the others appear to have only two. The three Magnemite that Magneton consists of can be linked in several ways. Magneton is most commonly seen as one Magnemite on top, and two Magnemite linked by the screws on the bottom, forming a triangle. In some cases, commonly seen in 3D games such as Pokémon Snap, the Magnemite will not be connected at all, remain in a triangular formation at rest, and are able to freely move within each other's vicinity to form other patterns. In this case, all three Magnemite have three screws. The magnetic forces that hold the three Magnemite together are powerful enough to dry up all moisture and raise the temperature by 3.6°F (2°C) within a radius of 3,300 feet (1,000 meters). It can also be disruptive to electronic devices and induce earaches. It uses powerful radio waves to help it study the surrounding area.
Magneton's anti-gravitational powers enable it to fly through the air. Being composed of three Magnemite, it is about three times as powerful electrically, though not three times as intelligent. Even though Magneton is a mechanical creature, it still has the need to eat. As seen in the anime, food for Magneton consists of electrical currents. It is usually found in rough terrain, often near power plants. When sunspots flare up, Magneton tends to appear more often, presumably due to the changes in the sun's magnetic field. When rain clouds form, it also gathers in high areas prone to lightning strikes. Additionally, Sandy Shocks bears a strong resemblance to Magneton. It is believed to be an ancient Magneton that was alive 10,000 years ago.
Appearances[]
Main Pokémon games[]
Other Pokémon games[]
Super Smash Bros. series[]
Trophy descriptions[]
In the anime[]
In Pokkén Tournament[]
Magneton can be used as an assist in Pokkén Tournament.
Origin and inspiration[]
In-game information[]
Pokédex entries[]
| Title | Entry |
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| First Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Red and Blue | Formed by several Magnemites linked together. They frequently appear when sunspots flare up. |
| Pokémon Yellow | Generates strange radio signals. It raises the temperature by 3.6F degrees within 3,300 feet. |
| Pokémon Stadium | Formed by Magnemite that link together when the number of black spots on the sun increases. Fires high-voltage power, etc. |
| Second Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Gold | Three Magnemite are linked by a strong magnetic force. Earaches will occur if you get too close. |
| Pokémon Silver | The Magnemite are united by a magnetism so powerful, it dries all moisture in its vicinities. |
| Pokémon Crystal | When many Magneton gather together, the resulting magnetic storm disrupts radio waves. |
| Third Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Ruby | Magneton emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to mechanical devices. As a result, large cities sound sirens to warn citizens of large-scale outbreaks of this Pokémon. |
| Pokémon Sapphire | Magneton emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to electronics and precision instruments. Because of this, it is said that some towns warn people to keep this Pokémon inside a Poké Ball. |
| Pokémon Emerald | It is actually three Magnemite linked by magnetism. It generates powerful radio waves that raise temperatures by 3.6 degrees F within a 3,300-foot radius. |
| Pokémon FireRed | A linked cluster formed of several Magnemite. It discharges powerful magnetic waves at high voltage. |
| Pokémon LeafGreen | Formed by several Magnemite linked together. They frequently appear when sunspots flare up. |
| Fourth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Diamond | It is actually three Magnemite linked by magnetism. A group can set off a magnetic storm. |
| Pokémon Pearl | It is actually three Magnemite linked by magnetism. A group can set off a magnetic storm. |
| Pokémon Platinum | Many mysteriously appear when more sunspots dot the sun. They stop TV sets from displaying properly. |
| Pokémon HeartGold | Three Magnemite are linked by a strong magnetic force. Earaches will occur if you get too close. |
| Pokémon SoulSilver | The Magnemite are united by a magnetism so powerful, it dries all moisture in its vicinity. |
| Fifth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Black | Many mysteriously appear when more sunspots dot the sun. They stop TV sets from displaying properly. |
| Pokémon White | Many mysteriously appear when more sunspots dot the sun. They stop TV sets from displaying properly. |
| Pokémon Black 2 | The stronger electromagnetic waves from the three linked Magnemite are enough to dry out surrounding moisture. |
| Pokémon White 2 | The stronger electromagnetic waves from the three linked Magnemite are enough to dry out surrounding moisture. |
| Sixth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon X | A link cluster formed of several Magnemite. It discharges powerful magnetic waves at high voltage. |
| Pokémon Y | Generates strange radio signals. It raises the temperature by 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit within 3,300 feet. |
| Pokémon Omega Ruby | Magneton emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to mechanical devices. As a result, large cities sound sirens to warn citizens of large-scale outbreaks of this Pokémon. |
| Pokémon Alpha Sapphire | Magneton emits a powerful magnetic force that is fatal to electronics and precision instruments. Because of this, it is said that some towns warn people to keep this Pokémon inside a Poké Ball. |
| Seventh Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Sun | When three Magnemite link together, their brains also become one. They do not become three times more intelligent. |
| Pokémon Moon | It has about three times the electrical power of Magnemite. For some reason, outbreaks of this Pokémon happen when lots of sunspots appear. |
| Pokémon Ultra Sun | Delicate equipment can malfunction in areas inhabited by Magneton, which send out mysterious electrical signals. |
| Pokémon Ultra Moon | When rain clouds form, many Magneton gather in high places to wait for lightning to strike. |
| Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu |
Generates strange radio signals. It raises the temperature by 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit within 3,300 feet. |
| Pokémon Let's Go Eevee |
Generates strange radio signals. It raises the temperature by 3.6 degrees Fahrenheit within 3,300 feet. |
| Eighth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Sword | This Pokémon is three Magnemite that have linked together. Magneton sends out powerful radio waves to study its surroundings. |
| Pokémon Shield | This Pokémon is constantly putting out a powerful magnetic force. Most computers go haywire when a Magneton approaches. |
| Pokémon Brilliant Diamond | A Magneton is actually three Magnemite linked by magnetism. A group of these Pokémon can set off a magnetic storm. |
| Pokémon Shining Pearl | A Magneton is actually three Magnemite linked by magnetism. A group of these Pokémon can set off a magnetic storm. |
| Pokémon Legends: Arceus | Three Magnemite gathered to evolve into this Pokémon. The source of much vexation on my part, as its powerful magnetism destroys my research equipment. |
| Ninth Pokémon generation | |
| Pokémon Scarlet | Three Magnemite are linked by a strong magnetic force. Earaches will occur if you get too close. |
| Pokémon Violet | They're formed by several Magnemite linked together. They frequently appear when sunspots flare up. |
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Evolution[]
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Base Stats[]
| HP | 50 |
| Attack | 60 |
| Defense | 95 |
| Sp. Attack | 120 |
| Sp. Defense | 70 |
| Speed | 70 |
| Total | 465 |
Moveset[]
Gallery[]
Sprites[]
See also[]
Trivia[]
- In the Pokémon Red and Blue beta, Magneton was originally known as Recoil.
- Magneton and its pre-evolved form were the first Pokémon to ever change types with the progress of generations.
- Magneton is the only Pokémon to share its weight with any of its Paradox relative species, weighing the same as Sandy Shocks.
- It is also the only Pokémon with an ancient relative that is not heavier than its present-day relative.