As a Legendary, Terrakion gets solid stats across the board, though it doesn't dominate any single category. Rock/Fighting from Gen 5 gives it a unique niche. Its typing leaves 7 weaknesses to cover, which limits where it can switch in safely.
Terrakion's spread isn't flashy. Attack leads, Sp. Atk trails, 5 stats clear the bar. Near-impossible to catch and worth 3 Attack EVs, on a slow 1.25M XP grind.
It has phenomenal power. It will mercilessly crush anyone or anything that bullies small Pokémon.
In Unovan legend, Terrakion battled against humans in an effort to protect other Pokémon.
Terrakion Weakness
FragileTerrakion's Rock/Fighting typing leaves it vulnerable to Water, Grass, Fighting, Ground, Psychic, Steel, and Fairy moves. 6 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that.
You can't breed Terrakion or evolve it into anything else. This Rock/Fighting legendary packs 580 stats and doesn't need a chain to be relevant.
How to Evolve
The game plan is straightforward: click Swords Dance, then sweep. Lum Berry and Justified support the setup turn. EVs go into max Attack and Speed so Terrakion hits hard once it's boosted.
Best Build
Best Terrakion Moveset
- Protect
- Rock Slide
- Sacred Sword
- Swords Dance
Recommended Teammates
Without TMs, Terrakion's movepool is bare bones. With them, you get coverage across 7 types on top of Close Combat and Focus Blast for STAB. The natural kit handles basics, but TMs are doing the real work.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Terrakion doesn't appear in Sword & Shield. Transfer it from Black, Black 2, or Ultra Sun to add it to your collection. Check the source games below for encounter details.
Terrakion is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
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At 580 BST, Terrakion is built different. We rank it B-Tier. As a Legendary Pokemon, the raw stats back up the reputation. Best used as a sweeper.
Terrakion doesn't evolve. As a Legendary Pokemon, it stands on its own without an evolutionary line. It's a Rock/Fighting type with 580 BST.
Justified raises Attack one stage upon taking damage from a dark move — that's the one you want on Terrakion. It's the only ability Terrakion has.
Terrakion fills the sweeper role. It's leaning toward the physical side (base 129 Attack). Base 108 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Terrakion appears in 9 games, including Black & White, Black 2 & White 2, and X & Y.
Terrakion has appeared in 9 games since Black & White, spanning 5 generations. As a Legendary, it's typically a one-per-save encounter tied to the story or post-game content.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBWDebut
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A