#464 Rhyperior

#464 Rhyperior

groundrock
Height2.4 m(7'10")
Weight282.8 kg(623.5 lbs)
Gender♂ 50%♀ 50%
Gen 4

Rhyperior's Detailed Stats

Lv
StatBaseLv
EVsIVsTotal
HP 115
371
Attack 140
316
Defense 130
296
Sp. Atk 55
146
Sp. Def 55
146
Speed 40
116
0/508
1391
Type Effectiveness
4xdamage
watergrass
2xdamage
icefightinggroundsteel
1xdamage
psychicbugghostdragondarkfairy
0.5xdamage
normalfireflyingrock
0.25xdamage
poison
0xdamage
electric

Rhyperior Abilities

Lightning Rod

Redirects single-target Electric moves to this Pokémon where possible. Absorbs Electric moves, raising Special Attack one stage.

Solid Rock

Decreases damage taken from super-effective moves by 1/4.

RecklessHidden

Strengthens recoil moves to 1.2× their power.

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Rhyperior Moves

Category
Type
Move▲Type▲Cat.▲Pow▲Acc▲Method▲Description
Tacklenormalphysical40100Level 1A physical attack in which the user charges and slams into the target with its whole body.
Tail Whipnormalstatus–100Level 1The user wags its tail cutely, making opposing Pokémon less wary. This lowers their Defense stats.
Hammer Armfightingphysical10090Level 1The user swings its strong, heavy fist at the target to inflict damage. This also lowers the user's Speed stat.
Smack Downrockphysical50100Level 1The user throws a stone or similar projectile to attack the target. If the target is in the air, it will be knocked down to the ground.
Bulldozegroundphysical60100Level 1The user strikes everything around it by stomping down on the ground. This lowers the Speed stats of those hit.
Horn Attacknormalphysical65100Level 15The target is jabbed with a sharply pointed horn to inflict damage.
Scary Facenormalstatus–100Level 20The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly lower its Speed stat.
Stompnormalphysical65100Level 25The user attacks by stomping on the target with a big foot. This may also make the target flinch.
Rock Blastrockphysical2590Level 30The user attacks by hurling hard rocks at the target. This move hits two to five times in a row.
Drill Rungroundphysical8095Level 35The user crashes into the target while rotating its body like a drill. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.
Take Downnormalphysical9085Level 40A reckless full-body charge attack for slamming into the target. This also damages the user a little.
Earthquakegroundphysical100100Level 47The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it.
Stone Edgerockphysical10080Level 54The user stabs the target with sharpened stones. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.
Megahornbugphysical12085Level 61Using its tough and impressive horn, the user rams into the target with no letup.
Horn Drillnormalphysical–30Level 68The user stabs the target with a horn that rotates like a drill. The target faints instantly if this attack hits.
Rock Wreckerrockphysical15090Level 75The user launches a huge boulder at the target to attack. The user can't move on the next turn.
Avalancheicephysical60100TMThis move's power is doubled if the target has inflicted damage on the user in the same turn.
Blizzardicespecial11070TMA howling blizzard is summoned to strike opposing Pokémon. This may also leave the opposing Pokémon frozen.
Body Pressfightingphysical80100TMThe user attacks by slamming its body into the target. The higher the user's Defense stat, the greater the damage this move deals.
Body Slamnormalphysical85100TMThe user attacks by dropping onto the target with its full body weight. This may also leave the target with paralysis.
Breaking Swipedragonphysical60100TMThe user swings its tough tail wildly and attacks opposing Pokémon. This also lowers their Attack stats.
Brick Breakfightingphysical75100TMThe user attacks with a swift chop. This move can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.
Crunchdarkphysical80100TMThe user crunches up the target with sharp fangs. This may also lower the target's Defense stat.
Diggroundphysical80100TMThe user burrows into the ground on the first turn, then attacks on the next turn.
Double Edgenormalphysical120100TMA reckless life-risking tackle in which the user rushes the target. This also damages the user quite a lot.
Dragon Pulsedragonspecial85100TMThe target is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user's gaping mouth.
Dragon Taildragonphysical6090TMThe target is knocked away, and a different Pokémon is dragged out. In the wild, this ends a battle against a single Pokémon.
Earth Powergroundspecial90100TMThe user makes the ground under the target erupt with power. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
Endeavornormalphysical–100TMThe user inflicts damage by cutting down the target's HP to roughly equal the user's HP.
Endurenormalstatus––TMThe user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. This move's chance of failing rises if used in succession.
Facadenormalphysical70100TMThis move's power is doubled if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Fire Blastfirespecial11085TMThe target is attacked with an intense blast of all-consuming fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.
Fire Fangfirephysical6595TMThe user bites with flame-cloaked fangs. This may also make the target flinch or leave it with a burn.
Fire Punchfirephysical75100TMThe target is attacked with a fiery punch. This may also leave the target with a burn.
Flamethrowerfirespecial90100TMThe target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.
Flash Cannonsteelspecial80100TMThe user gathers all its light energy and releases it at once. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
Flingdarkphysical–100TMThe user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move's power and effects depend on the item.
Focus Blastfightingspecial12070TMThe user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. This may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat.
Focus Punchfightingphysical150100TMThe user focuses its mind before launching a punch. This move fails if the user is hit before using the move.
Giga Impactnormalphysical15090TMThe user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can't move on the next turn.
Heat Crashfirephysical–100TMThe user slams into the target with its flame-covered body. The more the user outweighs the target, the greater the move's power.
Heavy Slamsteelphysical–100TMThe user slams into the target with its heavy body. The more the user outweighs the target, the greater the move's power.
Helping Handnormalstatus––TMThe user assists an ally by boosting the power of that ally's attack.
High Horsepowergroundphysical9595TMThe user fiercely attacks the target using its entire body.
Hydro Pumpwaterspecial11080TMThe target is blasted by a huge volume of water launched under great pressure.
Hyper Beamnormalspecial15090TMThe target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can't move on the next turn.
Ice Beamicespecial90100TMThe target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. This may also leave the target frozen.
Ice Fangicephysical6595TMThe user bites with cold-infused fangs. This may also make the target flinch or leave it frozen.
Ice Punchicephysical75100TMThe target is attacked with an icy punch. This may also leave the target frozen.
Icy Windicespecial5595TMThe user attacks with a gust of chilled air. This also lowers opposing Pokémon's Speed stats.
Iron Defensesteelstatus––TMThe user hardens its body's surface like iron, sharply boosting its Defense stat.
Iron Headsteelphysical80100TMThe user slams the target with its steel-hard head. This may also make the target flinch.
Metal Clawsteelphysical5095TMThe target is raked with steel claws. This may also boost the user's Attack stat.
Meteor Beamrockspecial12090TMThe user gathers energy from space and boosts its Sp. Atk stat on the first turn, then attacks on the next turn.
Mud Shotgroundspecial5595TMThe user attacks by hurling a blob of mud at the target. This also lowers the target's Speed stat.
Mud Slapgroundspecial20100TMThe user hurls mud in the target's face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.
Outragedragonphysical120100TMThe user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. The user then becomes confused.
Poison Jabpoisonphysical80100TMThe target is stabbed with a tentacle, an arm, or the like steeped in poison. This may also poison the target.
Protectnormalstatus––TMThis move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Rain Dancewaterstatus––TMThe user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type attacks. The rain also lowers the power of Fire-type attacks.
Restpsychicstatus––TMThe user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user's HP and cures any status conditions.
Reversalfightingphysical–100TMAn all-out attack that becomes more powerful the less HP the user has.
Roarnormalstatus––TMThe target is scared off, and a different Pokémon is dragged out. In the wild, this ends a battle against a single Pokémon.
Rock Sliderockphysical7590TMLarge boulders are hurled at opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.
Rock Tombrockphysical6095TMThe user hurls boulders at the target to inflict damage. This also lowers the target's Speed stat by cutting off its movement.
Sandstormrockstatus––TMA five-turn sandstorm is summoned to damage all Pokémon except Rock, Ground, and Steel types. The sandstorm also boosts the Sp. Def stats of Rock types.
Scorching Sandsgroundspecial70100TMThe user throws scorching sand at the target to attack. This may also leave the target with a burn.
Shadow Clawghostphysical70100TMThe user attacks by slashing the target with a sharp claw made from shadows. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.
Sleep Talknormalstatus––TMThe user randomly uses one of the moves it knows. This move can only be used while the user is asleep.
Smart Strikesteelphysical70–TMThe user stabs the target with a sharp horn. This attack never misses.
Stealth Rockrockstatus––TMThe user lays a trap of levitating stones around the opposing team. The trap damages opposing Pokémon that switch into battle.
Stomping Tantrumgroundphysical75100TMDriven by frustration, the user attacks the target. This move's power is doubled if the user's previous move failed.
Substitutenormalstatus––TMThe user creates a substitute for itself using some of its own HP. The substitute serves as the user's decoy.
Sunny Dayfirestatus––TMThe user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type attacks. The sunlight also lowers the power of Water-type attacks.
Supercell Slamelectricphysical10095TMThe user electrifies its body and drops onto the target to inflict damage. If this move misses, the user takes damage instead.
Surfwaterspecial90100TMThe user attacks everything around it by swamping its surroundings with a giant wave.
Swords Dancenormalstatus––TMA frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. This sharply boosts the user's Attack stat.
Temper Flarefirephysical75100TMSpurred by desperation, the user attacks the target. This move's power is doubled if the user's previous move failed.
Tera Blastnormalspecial80100TMIf the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.
Thiefdarkphysical60100TMThe user attacks and steals the target's held item simultaneously. The user can't steal anything if it already holds an item.
Thunderelectricspecial11070TMA wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.
Thunder Fangelectricphysical6595TMThe user bites with electrified fangs. This may also make the target flinch or leave it with paralysis.
Thunder Punchelectricphysical75100TMThe target is attacked with an electrified punch. This may also leave the target with paralysis.
Thunderboltelectricspecial90100TMThe user attacks the target with a strong electric blast. This may also leave the target with paralysis.
Uproarnormalspecial90100TMThe user attacks in an uproar for three turns. During that time, no Pokémon can fall asleep.
Counterfightingphysical–100EggA retaliatory attack that counters any physical move, inflicting double the damage taken.
Curseghoststatus––EggA move that has different effects depending on whether the user is a Ghost type or not.
Dragon Rushdragonphysical10075EggThe user tackles the target while exhibiting overwhelming menace. This may also make the target flinch.
Guard Splitpsychicstatus––EggThe user employs its psychic power to average its Defense and Sp. Def stats with those of the target.
Metal Burststeelphysical–100EggThe user retaliates with much greater force against the opponent that last inflicted damage on it.
Rock Polishrockstatus––EggThe user polishes its body to reduce drag. This sharply boosts the user's Speed stat.

Rhyperior Sprites

Normal
Rhyperior Gen IV Normal sprite
Shiny
Rhyperior Gen IV Shiny sprite
Back
Rhyperior Gen IV Back sprite
Back Shiny
Rhyperior Gen IV Back Shiny sprite
Pokedex Entries
Diamond

It puts rocks in holes in its palms and uses its muscles to shoot them. GEODUDE are shot at rare times.

Platinum

It can launch a rock held in its hand like a missile by tightening then expanding muscles instantly.

HeartGold

From holes in its palms, it fires out GEODUDE. Its carapace can withstand volcanic eruptions.

X

From holes in its palms, it fires out Geodude. Its carapace can withstand volcanic eruptions.

Y

It puts rocks in holes in its palms and uses its muscles to shoot them. Geodude are shot at rare times.

In Other Languages

Rhyperior's Japanese name is Dosydon (ドサイドン). Here are all the official names for Rhyperior across different languages:

JapaneseドサイドンDosydon
Korean거대코뿌리
Chinese (Traditional)超甲狂犀
FrenchRhinastoc
GermanRihornior
SpanishRhyperior
ItalianRhyperior
Chinese (Simplified)超甲狂犀

Rhyperior Breeding

Species
Drill Pokémon
Egg Groups
MonsterGround
Hatch Time5,120 steps(20 cycles)
Gender DifferencesNone
Misc Data
Catch Rate30
Base Friendship70
Growth RateSlow
Base Experience241

How to Get Rhyperior

Rhyperior is not catchable in the wild – it is typically obtained through gifts, events, or in-game trades. Here is how to obtain Rhyperior in every game where it is available:

Regional Pokedex Numbers
Sinnoh (Platinum) #188Kalos Coastal #52Hoenn (ORAS) #178Galar #266Isle of Armor #185Hisui #122Blueberry #7
FAQ

About Rhyperior

Rhyperior is a Ground/Rock-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 4. With a Base Stat Total (BST) of 535, Rhyperior is classified as a Drill Pokémon and is part of the Rhyhorn → Rhydon → Rhyperior evolution line.

In competitive play, Rhyperior is placed in the NU tier where it holds a 8.5% usage rate. Its key abilities are Lightning Rod and Solid Rock and Reckless, which allow it to function as a versatile team member. Rhyperior is weak to Water, Grass, Ice, Fighting, Ground, Steel-type moves, so trainers should plan around these vulnerabilities.

Rhyperior can learn 128 moves across Level-up, TM, Tutor, and Egg methods. Its most popular competitive moves include Earthquake, Stone Edge, Temper Flare, Ice Punch. Standing at 2.4m tall and weighing 282.8kg, Rhyperior has been a fan favorite since its debut in the Sinnoh region games.