Karrablast is the Clamping Pokémon introduced in Gen V. It’s a Bug-type Pokémon known for its power and speed.
About Karrablast
Karrablast’s National Pokédex number is 588.
| First appearance in anime | Pokémon the Series: Black & White |
| First appearance in game | Pokémon Black and White |
| Region | Unova |
| Evolution | Karrablast → Escavalier |
| 1st Evo Level | Trade Karrablast with Shelmet to evolve Karrablast into Escavalier |
| Pokedex Entry | Its strange physiology reacts to electrical energy in interesting ways. The presence of a Shelmet will cause this Pokémon to evolve. |
Karrablast Base stats
| HP | 50 |
| ATTACK | 75 |
| DEFENCE | 45 |
| SP. ATTACK | 40 |
| SP. DEFENCE | 45 |
| SPEED | 60 |
| TOTAL | 315 |
Karrablast Appearance
Karrablast stands 0.5 meters tall and looks like a bipedal beetle. It has a blue carapace and yellow belly with grey stripes. Its face, arms, and legs are grey. Karrablast has yellow eyes and a blue mark on its forehead.
Shiny Karrablast
Shiny Karrablast trades its blue shell and yellow belly for a teal shell and green belly. This dramatic palette swap makes it easy to spot Shiny Karrablast in Pokémon collections and battles.
Karrablast Behavior
Karrablast is an aggressive, but cowardly, bug Pokémon that inhabits lush forests and fields. It hides when threatened, but it will attack foes when it’s confident. Karrablast has a fierce rivalry with Shelmet, which is also its primary prey. It attacks foes by spitting acid and biting.
Karrablast Strengths and Weaknesses
Karrablast’s Bug typing gives it a good defense against Grass, Fighting, and Ground-type moves. However, Karrablast is weak to Fire, Flying, and Rock-type moves.
Best moveset (Karrablast)
It’s important to consider Karrablast’s Nature and Ability when preparing for competitive battling.
Karrablast Ability: No Guard
Karrablast Nature: Adamant
Karrablast Held Item: Choice Scarf
The following moveset, combined with good IVs, good EVs, a good Nature, and the right Ability, can make Karrablast a formidable battler.
| Drill Run | Megahorn |
| Knock Off | Poison Jab |
Note: This article is subjective and reflects the opinion of the writer.
How to catch Karrablast in Pokemon Go?
Players can catch Karrablast in Pokémon Go by encountering it in the wild, battling it in raid battles, finding it through special events, or hatching it from an egg.
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Trivia
- Karrablast and Shelmet are the only Pokémon that can only evolve via trade with a specific Pokemon.
- Karrablast’s design is inspired by ground beetles that feed on snails.
- Karrablast’s name originates from Carabidae, which is the Latin name for ground beetles, and blast.
FAQs
How do you evolve Karrablast?
Evolve Karrablast by trading it with Shelmet. Both Pokémon will evolve after the trade.
Does Karrablast eat Shelmet?
Karrablast has evolved specifically to prey on Shelmet. This contributes to the fierce rivalry between Karrablast and Shelmet.
Is Karrablast exclusive to Sword?
Karrablast and Shelmet are each available in both Sword and Shield.
Conclusion
Karrablast is a unique Pokémon thanks to its special evolution conditions and strong connection to Shelmet. Its evolved form Escavelier is popular thanks to its strong moves and high Attack. Add this aggressive Bug-type to your Pokédex today!
Let’s Go, Karrablast!
