Tyranitar is a powerful Rock/Dark-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 2. This pseudo-legendary creature is known for its immense strength and intimidating presence. Standing at 6'7" (2m) tall and weighing 445.3 lbs (202 kg), Tyranitar is a formidable opponent in battle. Its body is covered in a green, armor-like hide that provides excellent protection against attacks. Tyranitar's appearance is reminiscent of a bipedal dinosaur, with notable features including two pairs of pointed teeth and various spikes protruding from its body.
In the wild, Tyranitar is known for its destructive nature. It can cause earthquakes and topple mountains, often forcing cartographers to redraw maps after its rampages. This Pokémon wanders through mountainous regions, constantly seeking worthy opponents to challenge. Tyranitar's power is so great that it can even change the surrounding landscape with its mere presence.
Tyranitar possesses the ability "Sand Stream," which summons a sandstorm when it enters battle. This ability synergizes well with its Rock-type characteristics and can provide a strategic advantage in combat. In Generation 6, Tyranitar gained the ability to Mega Evolve, further enhancing its already impressive combat capabilities.
Pokédex Data
- Category: Armor Pokémon
- Type: Rock/Dark
- Abilities: Sand Stream (Normal), Unnerve (Hidden)
- Catch Rate: 45
- Gender Ratio: 50% Male, 50% Female
Breeding
- Egg Groups: Monster
- Hatch Time: 10,024-10,280 steps
Pokédex Entries Across Versions
- Gold: Its body can't be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
- Ruby/Sapphire: Tyranitar is so overwhelmingly powerful, it can bring down a whole mountain to make its nest. This Pokémon wanders about in mountains seeking new opponents to fight.
- Sword: Its body can't be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.
- Shield: The quakes caused when it walks make even great mountains crumble and change the surrounding terrain.
Evolutions
Tyranitar is the final evolution in its line:
Larvitar (Level 30) → Pupitar (Level 55) → Tyranitar
Habits and Additions Across Generations
- In Generation 6, Tyranitar gained the ability to Mega Evolve using Tyranitarite.
- Generation 7 introduced Tyranitar's Z-Move, Continental Crush, when holding Rockium Z.
- In Generation 8, Tyranitar gained access to new moves like Body Press and Breaking Swipe.
- Generation 9 introduced a Paradox Pokémon called Iron Thorns, which is said to be a future relative of Tyranitar.