Evolving Duraludon: From Skyscraper to Siege Engine
So, you’ve got yourself a Duraludon, the Steel/Dragon-type Alloy Pokémon, and you’re itching to evolve it into the formidable Archaludon. You’ve come to the right place! The answer, as of the latest Pokémon installments, Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet and its expansion The Indigo Disk, is that Duraludon evolves into Archaludon by leveling up while holding the item Metal Alloy.
That’s the core of it. Find yourself a Metal Alloy, give it to your Duraludon to hold, and level it up by one level.
Delving Deeper: The Specifics of Duraludon’s Evolution
While the core evolution requirement is straightforward, let’s break down the process for aspiring Archaludon trainers:
- Acquire a Metal Alloy: This is the key item. In The Indigo Disk, the Metal Alloy can be purchased at the School Store in the Terarium. You’ll need to have progressed to the point where this item is available for purchase. Metal Alloy becomes available as a store purchase upon upgrading the Terarium Club Room via contributing BP (Battle Points) to it.
- Give the Metal Alloy to Duraludon: Once you have the Metal Alloy, navigate to your Bag, select the item, and choose “Give to Pokémon.” Select your Duraludon to equip it with the Metal Alloy.
- Level Up Duraludon: Now comes the final step. Participate in battles with Duraludon holding the Metal Alloy until it gains a level. You can battle wild Pokémon, challenge trainers, or use a Rare Candy. As soon as Duraludon levels up, it will begin the evolution process into Archaludon.
And there you have it! Your sleek, modern skyscraper-inspired Duraludon will transform into the powerful, fortress-like Archaludon. Congratulations!
A Closer Look at Archaludon
Archaludon maintains the Steel/Dragon-type of its pre-evolution, a relatively rare and powerful combination shared only with Dialga before its arrival. This typing offers considerable resistances but also important weaknesses to consider when teambuilding.
Archaludon’s abilities such as Stamina and Sturdy make it a potentially formidable addition to competitive teams. Stamina boosts Defense when hit by an attack, making it increasingly bulky. Sturdy guarantees Archaludon will survive a one-hit KO move with at least 1 HP, providing valuable strategic opportunities.
Archaludon’s design is unique, resembling a fortified building or a siege engine. Its presence adds further complexity to Pokémon battles and team composition strategies.
FAQs: Answering Your Burning Duraludon Evolution Questions
Let’s address some frequently asked questions to ensure you’re fully equipped to evolve your Duraludon:
H3 What is the Metal Alloy item used for?
The Metal Alloy is a specific evolution item used exclusively to evolve Duraludon into Archaludon. Without it, Duraludon cannot evolve.
H3 Where can I find the Metal Alloy?
In The Indigo Disk DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the Metal Alloy can be purchased at the School Store in the Terarium.
H3 Does Duraludon have any other evolutions besides Archaludon?
No. As of the current generation of Pokémon games, Archaludon is the only known evolution of Duraludon.
H3 What level does Duraludon evolve at?
Duraludon evolves into Archaludon upon leveling up any level while holding a Metal Alloy. There is no specific level requirement beyond simply leveling up while the item is held.
H3 Can Duraludon evolve in Pokémon Sword and Shield?
No. Archaludon and the Metal Alloy were introduced in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet‘s The Indigo Disk DLC. Therefore, Duraludon cannot evolve in Pokémon Sword and Shield.
H3 What are Archaludon’s abilities?
Archaludon can have the abilities Stamina or Sturdy. The hidden ability is Stalwart.
H3 What type is Archaludon?
Archaludon maintains the Steel/Dragon-type of Duraludon.
H3 Is Archaludon a Legendary Pokémon?
No, Archaludon is not a Legendary Pokémon. It is a regular, albeit powerful, evolution of Duraludon.
H3 Is Duraludon rare in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet?
Duraludon can be found within the Terarium in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s Indigo Disk DLC. While not exceedingly rare, you may need to explore different areas within the Terarium to encounter one.
H3 What are Archaludon’s weaknesses?
As a Steel/Dragon-type, Archaludon is weak to Fighting, Ground and Fire-type attacks. It is especially vulnerable to Fighting-type attacks, receiving 4x damage.
H3 What are Archaludon’s strengths?
Archaludon boasts numerous resistances, including Normal, Grass, Electric, Poison, Flying, Psychic, Bug, Steel, and Water-type attacks. It is also immune to Dragon-type attacks.
H3 Does Archaludon have a Gigantamax form?
Duraludon has a Gigantamax form in Pokémon Sword and Shield. However, Archaludon does not have a Gigantamax form, nor is Gigantamaxing present in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
H3 What are some good moves for Archaludon?
Some effective moves for Archaludon include Flash Cannon (Steel-type), Draco Meteor (Dragon-type), Body Press (Fighting-type, utilizes Defense stat which is boosted by Stamina), and Earthquake (Ground-type).
H3 Can I breed Duraludon or Archaludon?
Yes, you can breed Duraludon and Archaludon to produce more Duraludon. The parent holding an Everstone will pass down their nature to the offspring.
H3 Does Archaludon’s evolution method relate to learning?
While the immediate act of evolving Duraludon doesn’t directly involve in-game education, the underlying game design – figuring out the evolution method, experimenting with items, understanding type matchups – fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills. These are core tenets explored by the Games Learning Society, which researches how video games can be used to enhance learning across various disciplines. More information about their groundbreaking work can be found at GamesLearningSociety.org.
Hopefully, this detailed guide has answered all your questions about evolving Duraludon into Archaludon! Now go forth and conquer the Pokémon world with your powerful, evolved skyscraper-turned-fortress. Good luck, trainer!