Bastiodon, card #20 from the 2009 Pokémon Platinum set. This Stage 2 Metal-type Pokémon evolves from Shieldon and features unique defensive abilities.
2009 • Pokémon • Platinum
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The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
The core identity of the card within the set.
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Bastiodon
Game
Pokémon
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Rare
Kagemaru Himeno
Card Stock
English
130
Metal
Stage 2
56
Shieldon
Fire +30
Psychic -20
4
411
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Ability: Metal Trait
As long as Bastiodon has a Pokémon Tool attached to it, remove 1 damage counter from Bastiodon between turns.
Attack: Iron Defense (30)
Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all effects of an attack, including damage, done to Bastiodon during your opponent's next turn.
Attack: Iron Tackle (80)
Bastiodon does 30 damage to itself.
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