baxcalibur
Generation IX · #0998 — Ice Dragon Pokémon
Baxcalibur is a dual-type Dragon/Ice Pokémon introduced in Generation IX, ranking as National Pokédex entry #998. This imposing Ice Dragon Pokémon represents the final evolutionary stage of the Frigibax line, achievable when Arctibax reaches level 54. Standing at an impressive 2.1 meters tall and weighing 210 kilograms, Baxcalibur commands respect as a pseudo-legendary Pokémon with a base stat total of 600. Its signature move, Glaive Rush, is a devastating attack that only this species can naturally learn, exemplifying its unique position within the Pokédex. With a catch rate of merely 10, Baxcalibur ranks among the rarest Pokémon to encounter in the wild, reflecting its powerful nature and advanced evolutionary stage. The species exhibits a slow growth rate and maintains a balanced gender ratio of 50% male to 50% female, making it equally viable for trainers regardless of preference.
Base Stats
Height
2.1m
Weight
210.0kg
Category
Ice Dragon Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
gray
Shape
upright
Abilities
Raises Attack when hit by a Fire-type move. Cannot be burned.
Heals for 1/16 max HP after each turn during hail. Protects against hail damage.
Baxcalibur Biology & Physical Characteristics
Baxcalibur's appearance is a striking fusion of draconic ferocity and glacial majesty, featuring a predominantly navy blue body that evokes a theropod dinosaur in stature and posture. Its most distinctive feature is the black, ice-coated sail running along its back, which bears an uncanny resemblance to the blade of an ancient axe or polearm—a design choice that heavily influences both its name and combat strategy. The Pokémon's body is adorned with hexagonal ice patches concentrated around its chest area, kneecaps, and beneath its tail, while its feet display squarish polygonal light blue patches that suggest a natural affinity for frozen terrain. Its facial structure is particularly dramatic, featuring what appears to be an icy mask crowned with sharp ice spikes protruding upward from its snout and downward-pointing icicles from its chin, with only its piercing yellow eyes exposed. The creature possesses long, muscular arms and legs equipped with three razor-sharp white claws on both hands and feet, along with three distinctive red quills protruding from each wrist that provide both aesthetic impact and likely serve as sensory organs. Its respiratory system is adapted for cryogenic exhalation, allowing Baxcalibur to spew frigid air from its mouth with such intensity that it can instantaneously freeze even liquid-hot lava, a feat unmatched by most Ice-type Pokémon.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Baxcalibur Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Baxcalibur maintains a perfectly balanced gender ratio of 50% male and 50% female, ensuring equal representation and breeding opportunities regardless of player preference or breeding strategy. The species belongs to the Dragon and Mineral egg groups, a combination that reflects its draconic nature while acknowledging the crystalline, ice-based composition of its body structure. With a base friendship value of 50, Baxcalibur exhibits neutral disposition toward trainers upon initial capture, requiring effort and care to develop stronger bonds—a characteristic that emphasizes the species' inherent wildness and untamed nature. The egg hatch counter of 40 cycles translates to approximately 10,024 to 10,280 steps required to hatch a Frigibax egg, placing it among moderately lengthy incubation periods that reflect the species' slow growth rate and powerful ultimate form. Breeding two compatible Pokémon from these egg groups can produce Frigibax offspring, making Baxcalibur accessible to competitive players and collectors who prioritize controlled stat distribution and nature selection. The combination of Dragon and Mineral egg groups opens diverse breeding possibilities, allowing cross-breeding with various powerful Pokémon to create optimal competitive specimens with carefully selected inherent attributes and moves.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
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emerald
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firered leafgreen
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ruby sapphire
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black white
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heartgold soulsilver
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platinum
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colosseum
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diamond pearl
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black 2 white 2
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sun moon
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omega ruby alpha sapphire
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x y
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xd
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ultra sun ultra moon
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yellow
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red blue
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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blue japan
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red green japan
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
+403 more TMs/HMs
baxcalibur's Evolution Chain
Baxcalibur Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
The evolutionary lineage of Baxcalibur begins with Frigibax at the base stage, which evolves into Arctibax upon reaching level 35, before finally achieving its ultimate form as Baxcalibur at level 54. This three-stage evolution demonstrates a progressive refinement of its ice-forged design, with each stage adding layers of complexity and power to the species' overall framework. Beyond standard evolution, Baxcalibur possesses the capability to Mega Evolve into Mega Baxcalibur using the Baxcalibrite, a Mega Stone that unlocks tremendous potential introduced in the Mega Dimension DLC for Pokémon Legends: Z-A. The Mega Evolution dramatically enhances Baxcalibur's physical presence, increasing its weight to 315 kilograms and boosting its overall stats to a combined total of 700, with particularly notable enhancements to its Attack stat which rises to 175. Mega Baxcalibur's ability changes to Cacophony in certain iterations, further differentiating it from its base form and providing strategic advantages in specific competitive scenarios. This Mega Evolution further solidifies Baxcalibur's status as a formidable pseudo-legendary, positioning it among the elite of Generation IX's most powerful Pokémon.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Baxcalibur Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Baxcalibur exhibits aggressive and acrobatic combat tactics that distinguish it from other Dragon-type Pokémon, as documented in Pokédex entries from both Pokémon Scarlet and Violet versions. The species employs an unconventional battle strategy by launching itself upside-down, supporting itself with its head and forelimbs while simultaneously spewing frigid air to propel itself toward opponents with its dorsal blade leading the charge. This maneuver showcases both the physical prowess indicated by its exceptional Attack stat of 145 and the tactical intelligence required to execute such a complex offensive pattern. Once engaged with an opponent, Baxcalibur utilizes its icy, cold breath to immobilize foes before delivering devastating blows with its tail or the lethal blade-like structure along its back. The Pokémon's habitat preference naturally gravitates toward cold, mountainous regions where snow and ice provide both camouflage and suitable environmental conditions for its cryogenic abilities. Its thermal-exchange ability grants it a unique advantage in volcanic or geothermally active areas, as it becomes stronger when struck by Fire-type moves, converting thermal damage into increased offensive capability rather than suffering diminishment.
Pokedex Entries
This Pokémon blasts cryogenic air out from its mouth. This air can instantly freeze even liquid-hot lava.
It launches itself into battle by flipping upside down and spewing frigid air from its mouth. It finishes opponents off with its dorsal blade.
Baxcalibur Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Baxcalibur is a masterful portmanteau combining multiple conceptual elements that perfectly encapsulate the Pokémon's essential nature and combat style. The first syllable 'Bax' derives from 'battle axe,' directly referencing the weapon-like dorsal sail that serves as both its most iconic physical feature and its primary offensive tool in combat scenarios. The second portion 'calibur' alludes to 'Excalibur,' the legendary sword of King Arthur, elevating Baxcalibur to a status of mythic warrior quality despite its lack of legendary classification. This etymology emphasizes the Pokémon's role as a legendary warrior-class creature that wields its body itself as an instrument of combat. The Japanese name セグレイブ (Seglaive) combines 'segment' with 'glaive' (a medieval polearm weapon), further reinforcing the weapon-centric design philosophy while adding a layer of segmented, armor-like construction to its conceptual framework. This dual naming approach across regions demonstrates a deliberate design intention to present Baxcalibur as a weaponized entity—a living blade and ice warrior merged into singular, devastating form. The design draws inspiration from both theropod dinosaurs and medieval weaponry, creating a unique aesthetic that bridges prehistoric predator with ancient warfare.
Learnable Moves
Baxcalibur can learn 53 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| avalanche | ice | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| bite | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| blizzard | ice | Special | 110 | 70 | 5 |
| body press | fighting | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| breaking swipe | dragon | Physical | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| crunch | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| draco meteor | dragon | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 |
| dragon breath | dragon | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| dragon cheer | dragon | Status | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| dragon claw | dragon | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| dragon dance | dragon | Status | — | — | 20 |
| dragon pulse | dragon | Special | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| dragon tail | dragon | Physical | 60 | 90 | 10 |
| earthquake | ground | Physical | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| false swipe | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| focus energy | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| glaive rush | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| high horsepower | ground | Physical | 95 | 95 | 10 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| ice beam | ice | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| ice fang | ice | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| ice shard | ice | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| icicle crash | ice | Physical | 85 | 90 | 10 |
| icicle spear | ice | Physical | 25 | 100 | 30 |
| icy wind | ice | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| leer | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| outrage | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| scale shot | dragon | Physical | 25 | 90 | 20 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snowscape | ice | Status | 0 | — | 10 |
| stomping tantrum | ground | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| swords dance | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thunder fang | electric | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| zen headbutt | psychic | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 |
Baxcalibur Competitive Battle Guide
Baxcalibur stands as a formidable competitive force in Generation IX metagames, capitalizing on its exceptional Attack stat of 145 paired with respectable bulk provided by its 115 HP and dual defensive typing. Its Dragon/Ice typing grants resistance to Grass and Flying-type attacks while providing immunity to powder moves and providing neutrality against many common competitive threats, though it does carry a vulnerability to Fire, Rock, Fighting, and Steel-type moves. The thermal-exchange ability proves invaluable in team compositions that anticipate Fire-type opposition, converting what would ordinarily be catastrophic damage into a +1 Attack boost that enables Baxcalibur to turn the tide of battle dramatically. Its speed stat of 87 places it in a middling tier that requires careful speed control through nature selection or external support, but its massive damage output through moves like Glaive Rush, Outrage, and Earthquake compensates for its moderate velocity. Mega Baxcalibur's enhanced stats, particularly the elevated 175 Attack, transform the species into a sweeping powerhouse capable of decimating entire teams with proper support, though its continued speed stat limitations necessitate strategic use of priority moves or setup opportunities. Players must carefully consider whether standard Baxcalibur's thermal-exchange synergies or Mega Baxcalibur's raw offensive power better suits their team composition and metagame context.
Commonly Asked Questions About Baxcalibur
What type is Baxcalibur?
Baxcalibur is a dragon and ice type Pokemon.
What does Baxcalibur evolve from?
Baxcalibur evolved from arctibax that evolved from frigibax.
What are Baxcalibur's weaknesses?
Baxcalibur is weak to fighting, rock, steel, dragon and fairy type moves.
Baxcalibur Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Baxcalibur has carved a significant niche within Generation IX's cultural landscape as one of the generation's most visually striking and mechanically compelling pseudo-legendary Pokémon. The species represents a departure from traditional ice-type design aesthetics, eschewing the ethereal, crystalline beauty often associated with the typing in favor of aggressive weaponization and combat-oriented form language. Its signature move Glaive Rush became an immediate point of fascination within competitive communities, generating discussion about balanced movepool distribution and the creative design choices that differentiate pseudo-legendaries. The introduction of Mega Evolution capability through the Legends: Z-A DLC has sustained long-term interest in the species among competitive players and lore enthusiasts alike, positioning Baxcalibur as a centerpiece for future competitive seasons. Fan communities have embraced Baxcalibur's warrior aesthetic, incorporating it into team themes centered around weapon-inspired Pokémon and combat-themed narratives. The species has become particularly beloved among players who appreciate the intersection of prehistoric predator design with medieval weaponry, creating a unique cultural position that bridges multiple design traditions and aesthetic preferences.
Where to Find Baxcalibur in Every Pokémon Game
Baxcalibur makes its primary appearance in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, where it can be encountered as a wild Pokémon or obtained through evolving Arctibax at level 54 within the Paldea region. The species receives local Pokédex number 0390 in these games, reflecting its availability and integration into the regional Pokédex structure. Its extreme rarity is emphasized by a catch rate of only 10, necessitating high-quality Poké Balls, status condition application, or significant damage reduction to successfully capture wild specimens. Baxcalibur's evolutionary line can be bred from compatible pairs within the Dragon and Mineral egg groups, allowing players to obtain multiple specimens with desired natures and individual values for competitive optimization. The species became accessible to Pokémon Legends: Z-A players as local Pokédex number 0034 within that game's region, where Mega Evolution capabilities are fully integrated and Baxcalibrite becomes acquirable through standard gameplay progression. Trading between compatible games and utilization of Pokémon HOME enable players across different regions and game versions to obtain Baxcalibur regardless of which titles they actively play, ensuring accessibility to competitive and casual players alike despite its naturally low encounter rates in standard gameplay.