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Iron Plate

Description

A hold item that increases the Base Power of all Steel-type moves by 20%. When held by a Pokemon with the Multitype ability, the holder's type will change to Steel.

Competitive Use

In a tier where Dragon-type attacks are slung around by nearly everything, Steel Arceus stands out as the sturdiest Steel-type in the game. It can take hits from nearly anything with its enormous set of resistances, including a valuable resistance to Dragon-type moves, and is an excellent wall and stallbreaker thanks to its resistance to Stealth Rock and immunity to Toxic. It is generally used as a Calm Mind sweeper and shuffler with Roar, but it can also use a decent Swords Dance set or take on a supporting role.

Iron Plate is also useful for Scizor, as it boosts the power of Bullet Punch, its main sweeping attack, without the recoil damage of Life Orb. This affords the Steel / Bug type Pokemon a solid power boost while still being able to switch in many times if needed, as well as enabling it to bluff a Choice Band set against less observant opponents.

Location

Abyssal Ruins, 1F.