Solrock is a primarily orange, sphericalPokémon. It has eight yellow, rocky spines extending from the sides of its body; and multiple small, yellow stony bumps running vertically along its center. On its back are dual rocky mounds, situated to the sides of the mid-line. Its large eyes consist of thick, semicircular yellow eyelids through which black sclerae and red pupils can be seen. A black ring with six extensions surrounds each eye.
Solrock relies on solar energy, which it absorbs in groups during daylight. While it is always expressionless, it is able to sense the emotions and thoughts of others. It spins its body to produce intense heat and a blinding light. It is able to stay silent while floating in the air and can be found incaves. It is believed Solrock originated from space, specifically the sun.
Solrock is a new species ofPokémon that is said to have fallen from space. It floats in air and moves silently. In battle, thisPokémon releases intensely bright light.
Sunlight is the source ofSolrock's power. It is said to possess the ability to read the emotions of others. ThisPokémon gives off intense heat while rotating its body.
Solrock is a new species of Pokémon that is said to have fallen from space. It floats in air and moves silently. In battle, this Pokémon releases intensely bright light.
Sunlight is the source of Solrock's power. It is said to possess the ability to read the emotions of others. This Pokémon gives off intense heat while rotating its body.
Solrock made its animated series debut inTake the Lombre Home. A group of people blamed awild Solrock for a drought in their village, when it was actuallyTeam Rocket stealing their water. Solrock redeemed its reputation when it helped to get rid of Team Rocket.
A soldier's Solrock appeared inThe Redemption, during a fantasy of a story from the past. It was one of the many Pokémon fighting in the great war ofKalos 3,000 years previously.
Solrock shares itscategory with its counterpartLunatone. They are both known as the Meteorite Pokémon.
Solrock and Lunatone have nearly identicalbase stats, with only the physical and special stats switched.
Origin
Solrock seems to be based on theSun, as well as ameteorite. Its squinted eyes may allude to the difficulty of looking directly at the Sun. They also resemble the slits in traditional sunlight-blockingsnow goggles. Solrock's shiny coloration might be a reference tored dwarf stars.
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