bisharp

Bisharp is a dual-type Dark/Steel Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Dark/Steel

Abilities:

• Defiant: Boosts the Attack stat by two stages whenever any stat is lowered by an opponent.
• Inner Focus (Hidden Ability): Prevents flinching.

Physical Characteristics:

• Bisharp is a humanoid Pokémon that resembles a medieval knight.
• It has a predominantly red and black body with a blade-like edge on its head, resembling a helmet crest.
• Its arms and torso are equipped with sharp, steel blades.
• Bisharp stands on two legs with pointed feet, adding to its menacing appearance.
• The eyes are yellow with a fierce look, and its face is covered by a mask-like structure.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Bisharp is often found in groups, leading a pack of Pawniard, its pre-evolution.
• It is highly territorial and protective of its group, often engaging in battles with rivals to maintain its leadership.
• It inhabits areas like caves, mountainous regions, and occasionally urban environments where it can lead its pack effectively.
• Known for its strategic mind and leadership skills, Bisharp commands its group with precision.

In Battle:

• Bisharp excels as a physical attacker with high Attack and Defense stats.
• Signature moves include Iron Head, Sucker Punch, and Night Slash, which take advantage of its dual typing.
• It is strong against Psychic, Ghost, and Fairy types but is weak against Fighting, Ground, and Fire types.
• Bisharp's Defiant ability makes it a formidable opponent against opponents using moves that lower its stats.

Evolution:

• Bisharp evolves from Pawniard starting at level 52.
• In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Bisharp can further evolve into Kingambit when it defeats three other Bisharp that are leading a group of Pawniard.

Interesting Facts:

• Bisharp's design is inspired by chess pieces, particularly the bishop, reflected in its strategic role and leadership over Pawniard.
• Its blade-covered body and knight-like appearance draw from medieval knights and samurai warriors.
• Bisharp is often depicted in the Pokémon series as a leader, showcasing its strategic prowess and combat skills.
• In competitive play, Bisharp is valued for its strong priority moves and ability to punish opponents for lowering its stats.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: It leads a group of Pawniard. It battles to become the boss, but will be driven from the group if it loses.
• White: Bisharp pursues prey in the company of a large group of Pawniard. Then Bisharp finishes off the prey.
• Black-2: This pitiless Pokémon commands a group of Pawniard to hound prey into immobility. It then moves in to finish the prey off.
• White-2: This pitiless Pokémon commands a group of Pawniard to hound prey into immobility. It then moves in to finish the prey off.
• X: This pitiless Pokémon commands a group of Pawniard to hound prey into immobility. It then moves in to finish the prey off.
• Y: Bisharp pursues prey in the company of a large group of Pawniard. Then Bisharp finishes off the prey.
• Omega-Ruby: This pitiless Pokémon commands a group of Pawniard to hound prey into immobility. It then moves in to finish the prey off.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Bisharp pursues prey in the company of a large group of Pawniard. Then Bisharp finishes off the prey.
• Ultra-Sun: No matter how strong the Bisharp, it’s said that if the blade on its head is chipped, it will retire from its position as the boss.
• Ultra-Moon: It leads a group of Pawniard. Bisharp doesn’t even change its expression when it deals the finishing blow to an opponent.
• Sword: It’s accompanied by a large retinue of Pawniard. Bisharp keeps a keen eye on its minions, ensuring none of them even think of double-crossing it.
• Shield: Violent conflicts erupt between Bisharp and Fraxure over places where sharpening stones can be found.

625 National

131 Original-Unova

224 Updated-Unova

159 Conquest-Gallery

49 Kalos-Mountain

338 Updated-Alola

159 Updated-Ulaula

247 Galar

30 Isle-Of-Armor

368 Paldea

187 Kitakami