Abilities
The SHELLDER that is latched onto SLOWPOKE's tail is said to feed on the host's left over scraps.
Damage multipliers when attacked by each type
In-game descriptions of Slowbro Galar across different games
- Pokémon Red
- "The SHELLDER that is latched onto SLOWPOKE's tail is said to feed on the host's left over scraps."
- Pokémon Yellow
- "Lives lazily by the sea. If the SHELLDER on its tail comes off, it becomes a SLOWPOKE again."
- Pokémon Gold
- "If the tail-biting SHELLDER is thrown off in a harsh battle, it reverts to being an ordi nary SLOWPOKE."
- Pokémon Silver
- "Naturally dull to begin with, it lost its ability to feel pain due to SHELLDER's seeping poison."
- Pokémon Crystal
- "An attached SHELLDER won't let go because of the tasty flavor that oozes out of its tail."
- Pokémon Ruby
- "SLOWBRO’s tail has a SHELLDER firmly attached with a bite. As a result, the tail can’t be used for fishing anymore. This causes SLOWBRO to grudgingly swim and catch prey instead."
About Slowbro Galar
Slowbro Galar is the Hermit Crab Pokémon a Poison/Psychic type Pokémon. It has a base stat total of 490 with Quick Draw or Own Tempo as abilities.
What is Slowbro Galar weak to?
Slowbro Galar is a Poison/Psychic-type, so it takes super-effective damage from Ground, Ghost, Dark. It resists Fighting, Grass, Poison, Fairy.
How to counter Slowbro Galar
To counter Slowbro Galar in competitive play, bring Pokémon that can hit back with Ground or Ghost or Dark moves and can withstand its Poison/Psychic STAB attacks. Check the type-defense grid above for the full multiplier breakdown.
Using Slowbro Galar in competitive teams
Slowbro Galar can be added to Smogon or VGC teams across Gen 1–9 formats. Build a competitive team with Slowbro Galar on Metamons and get AI reads on your type coverage and threats before you queue.
