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Aegislash (JP) is a species of Pokémon in the series of the same name. It is a dual-type Steel-type/Ghost-type Pokémon that made its first appearance in the sixth generation games, X and Y. It evolves from Doublade with a Dusk Stone.

Physiology and Behaviour[]

Aegislash is a Pokémon whose body resembles a golden sword. The edge of the steel blade is white and somewhat serrated near the tip. Where the blade meets the hilt is a single, purple eye with a white slit pupil surrounded by black space. The handle forms a thick, striated spike. Two cloth-like arms emerge from the sides of the hilt. Each arm is primarily black and transitions to a pale purple with a slight swirl pattern at the tip. The sash-like arms split into four tassels at the tips. It always carries an ornate shield in at least one of its arms. The shield is gold and has three brown rings surrounded by black in the middle. It also has a brown rim with three lines radiating toward the center.

Aegislash is capable of changing its stance in the middle of battle using its Ability Stance Change, depending on what moves are used. It carries out offensive moves in its Blade Forme. In this form, it carries its shield in its left arm and exposes its blade, which it uses to slash its opponents. Defensive moves are performed in its Shield Forme. In this form, it holds its shield up in front of its blade with both of its arms crossed behind the shield. In this form, the centers of the rings on its shield are white. Its Shield Forme can block and decrease any attack. It accomplishes this through a combination of its steel body and a force field made from its spectral power. The Blade Forms can use the strength and weight of its blade to cut through any opponents.

Aegislash possess incredible spectral powers, enabling it to manipulate people and Pokémon alike. It is also able to detect the innate qualities of leadership; legend has it that whoever it recognizes as a worthy leader is destined to become king. In fact, this Pokémon has attended and served generations of kings. However, an Aegislash was rumored to have drained the life of one king, causing his kingdom to fall alongside him.

Aegislash is the only known Pokémon that can learn King's Shield.

Appearances[]

Main Pokémon games[]

Other Pokémon games[]

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: An Aegislash in Noe Town has the name Gilbrand, a reference to a shield and sword.

Pokkén Tournament DX: Aegislash is a playable DLC character. It was released on January 21st, 2018 in the Battle Pack.

In the anime[]

It makes its first appearance in the movie, Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction, owned by Argus Steel.

Aegislash made its main series debut in Valuable Experience for All!, under the ownership of Sawyer. It was revealed to have evolved from his Doublade sometime before the episode.

An Aegislash appeared in Searching for Chivalry!, under the ownership of Wikstrom. It reappeared in a flashback in Beyond Chivalry… Aiming to be a Leek Master!.

In the Manga[]

In the Pokémon Adventures manga, Celosia uses one. It is used several times to possess people for Team Flare's needs.

Origin and inspiration[]

Name Origin[]

Aegislash is a combination of Aegis, the shield of Zeus, and the word slash.

In-game information[]

Pokédex entries[]

Title Entry
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X Generations of kings were attended by these Pokémon, which used their spectral power to manipulate and control people and Pokémon.
Pokémon Y Apparently, it can detect the innate qualities of leadership. According to legend, whoever it recognizes is destined to become king.
Pokémon Omega Ruby Generations of kings were attended by these Pokémon, which used their spectral power to manipulate and control people and Pokémon.
Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Apparently, it can detect the innate qualities of leadership. According to legend, whoever it recognizes is destined to become king.
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sword In this defensive stance, Aegislash uses its steel body and a force field of spectral power to reduce the damage of any attack. (Shield)
In this defensive stance, Aegislash uses its steel body and a force field of spectral power to reduce the damage of any attack. (Blade)
Pokémon Shield This stance is dedicated to offense. It can cleave any opponent with the strength and weight of its steel blade. (Shield)
Once upon a time, a king with an Aegislash reigned over the land. His Pokémon eventually drained him of life, and his kingdom fell with him. (Blade)


Game locations[]

Title Location(s)
Sixth Pokémon generation
Pokémon X
Evolve Doublade
Pokémon Y
Evolve Doublade
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sun
Evolve Doublade
Pokémon Moon
Evolve Doublade
Pokémon Ultra Sun
Evolve Doublade
Pokémon Ultra Moon
Evolve Doublade
Eighth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sword
Watchtower Ruins (Max Raid Battle)
Pokémon Shield
Watchtower Ruins (Max Raid Battle)


Evolution[]

Honedge
Reach level 35.
Doublade
Use Dusk Stone Dusk Stone.
Aegislash
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Base Stats[]

Shield Forme[]

Gen 6[]
Base Stats
HP 60
Attack 50
Defense 150
Sp. Attack 50
Sp. Defense 150
Speed 60
Total 520


Gen 8[]
Base Stats
HP 60
Attack 50
Defense 140
Sp. Attack 50
Sp. Defense 140
Speed 60
Total 500


Blade Forme[]

Gen 6[]
Base Stats
HP 60
Attack 150
Defense 50
Sp. Attack 150
Sp. Defense 50
Speed 60
Total 520


Gen 8[]
Base Stats
HP 60
Attack 140
Defense 50
Sp. Attack 140
Sp. Defense 50
Speed 60
Total 520


Moveset[]

Main article: Aegislash/moveset

Gallery[]

Renders[]

Renders
X Y
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Sword Shield
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Renders
X Y
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Sword Shield
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Trivia[]

  • Aegislash is the only Pokkén fighter without any moves exclusive to the duel phase.
  • Aegislash is the first Pokémon to have its base stat total lowered, and the only one before Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
  • Shield Forme Aegislash has the highest base Special Defense stat of all Ghost-type Pokémon.
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