The complete Pokemon RBY pokedex, part 8

Pokémon Name: Magnemite
Type: Electric/Steel
Classification: Magnet Pokemon
Pokédex Number: 081
Ability: Magnet Pull and Sturdy
Dream World ability: Analytic
Useful Attacks: Spark
Location Found:
Diamond/Pearl: Swarms in Fuego Ironworks
Platinum: Route 222, Fuego Ironworks
HG/SS: Routes 11, 38, 39, Safari Zone (Wasteland, Peak); Pokewalker - Suburban Area
Black: Trade, Poke Transfer
White: White Forest (resident required: Marie)

With a high special attack stat and several moves that take advantage of said stat, Magnemite and its follower Magneton are excellent Electric types to consider. A further evolution introduced later in the series enhances these assets even more. One interesting move, Magnet Bomb, can’t miss its intended target.

Evolution: To Magneton at 30

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