Meltan Evolution
Meltan Abilities
Prevents Steel opponents from fleeing or switching out.
Meltan Moves
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Meltan Sprites
It melts particles of iron and other metals found in the subsoil, so it can absorb them into its body of molten steel.
It dissolves and eats metal. Circulating liquid metal within its body is how it generates energy.
They live as a group, but when the time comes, one strong Meltan will absorb all the others and evolve.
Meltan's Japanese name is Meltan (メルタン). Here are all the official names for Meltan across different languages:
Meltan Breeding
How to Get Meltan
Meltan is not catchable in the wild – it is typically obtained through gifts, events, or in-game trades. Here is how to obtain Meltan in every game where it is available:
About Meltan
Meltan is a Steel-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 7. With a Base Stat Total (BST) of 300, Meltan is classified as a Hex Nut Pokémon and is part of the Meltan evolution line.
In competitive play, Meltan is placed in the Untiered tier where it holds a 0% usage rate. Its key abilities are Magnet Pull, which allow it to function as a versatile team member. Meltan is weak to Fire, Fighting, Ground-type moves, so trainers should plan around these vulnerabilities.
Meltan can learn 20 moves across Level-up, TM, Tutor, and Egg methods. Its most popular competitive moves include . Standing at 0.2m tall and weighing 8kg, Meltan has been a fan favorite since its debut in the Alola region games.