gliscor
Generation IV · #0472 — Fang Scorpion Pokémon
Gliscor, the Fang Scorpion Pokémon, is a dual-type Ground/Flying Pokémon introduced in Generation IV that represents the evolved form of Gligar. As National Pokédex entry #472, Gliscor stands at an impressive 2.0 meters tall and weighs 42.5 kilograms, making it a formidable presence in both the wild and competitive battle environments. With a base stat total of 510, Gliscor excels particularly in defense with a base stat of 125, paired with respectable attack and speed statistics of 95 each, creating a well-rounded physical attacker with excellent durability. This Pokémon's capabilities are further enhanced by its three available abilities: Hyper Cutter, which prevents its Attack stat from being lowered by opponents; Sand Veil, which increases evasion during sandstorms; and its hidden ability Poison Heal, which transforms poison damage into health recovery of one-eighth of its maximum HP each turn.
Base Stats
Height
2.0m
Weight
42.5kg
Category
Fang Scorpion Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
purple
Shape
wings
Abilities
Prevents Attack from being lowered by other Pokémon.
Increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.
Heals for 1/8 max HP after each turn when poisoned in place of damage.
Gliscor Biology & Physical Characteristics
Gliscor is a large, predominantly blue-purple Pokémon that bears a striking resemblance to a vampire bat combined with an insectoid scorpion, embodying characteristics of both arachnids and chiropterans. Its body structure is remarkably distinctive, featuring a form that resembles an open mouth with pointed protrusions from its upper torso that resemble fangs, further emphasizing its predatory and vampiric nature. The Pokémon possesses red, striated arms that are completely detached from its black wings, each arm ending in large, menacing pincers that it uses to manipulate and capture prey. Its two-toed legs display a darker circular coloration on the underside, while its iconic tail terminates in two barbs that evoke the appearance of a vampire's fangs, making Gliscor's entire morphology a masterpiece of predatory design. The creature's most notable feature is its elongated, sharp fangs and the distinctive red, chambered insides of its ears that contrast with its yellow eyes, giving it a perpetually alert and hungry appearance.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Gliscor Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Gliscor exhibits a balanced gender ratio of 50 percent male and 50 percent female, ensuring equal distribution across populations. The Pokémon belongs to the Bug egg group, which is somewhat unexpected given its Ground/Flying typing and predatory nature, yet this classification establishes breeding compatibility with a diverse range of Pokémon that share this egg group designation. Breeding two Gliscor or a Gliscor with compatible Bug-group Pokémon will produce Gligar offspring, continuing the evolutionary line. The base friendship value for Gliscor is 70, indicating moderate friendliness that can be increased through positive interactions and care. With a hatch counter of 20 cycles, corresponding to approximately 4,884 to 5,140 steps, Gliscor eggs require a moderate amount of effort to hatch compared to other Pokémon species. The breeding mechanics allow trainers to pass down specific movesets and individual values through strategic breeding, enabling the creation of optimized competitive individuals. The medium-slow experience growth rate means that Gliscor requires patient training to reach higher levels, though the investment in training is rewarded with its excellent stat distribution.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
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black white
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black 2 white 2
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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omega ruby alpha sapphire
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x y
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crystal
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gold silver
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yellow
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red blue
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blue japan
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red green japan
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yellow
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gold silver
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red blue
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crystal
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emerald
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firered leafgreen
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diamond pearl
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gliscor's Evolution Chain
Gliscor Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Gliscor evolves from Gligar through a specific and somewhat unusual method that sets it apart from most other Pokémon evolutions. The evolution requires that Gligar be leveled up while holding a Razor Fang during nighttime conditions, creating an atmospheric and thematically appropriate evolution scenario that reflects Gliscor's nocturnal vampire bat nature. This evolution mechanism was introduced in Generation IV and has remained consistent through subsequent generations, emphasizing the importance of timing and held items in Pokémon development. The transformation from Gligar to Gliscor represents a significant power increase, particularly in defensive capabilities, with the defense stat increasing substantially while maintaining strong physical attacking power. The evolution is not merely a size increase but a complete morphological transformation that grants Gliscor its distinctive vampire bat characteristics, enhanced flight capabilities, and the ability to learn more advanced moves that take advantage of its improved stats. Unlike many evolved Pokémon forms, Gliscor has not received a Mega Evolution form, meaning its stats and capabilities have remained consistent since its introduction, though it has remained competitively viable throughout multiple generations.
Where to Find
unova route 11
unova
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unova route 15
unova
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unova route 23
unova
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Gliscor Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Gliscor exhibits highly specialized predatory behavior that reflects its position as an apex aerial hunter. It has a distinctive habit of hanging inverted from tree branches while observing potential prey, using this vantage point to assess targets before executing swift aerial attacks. According to Pokédex entries across multiple generations, Gliscor employs remarkable hunting techniques: it uses its lengthy tail to snatch prey from below, then delivers fatal bites using its elongated fangs to the throat or neck of its victims, reportedly taking pride in completely draining prey of blood. The creature's hunting prowess is enhanced by its nearly silent flight, allowing it to approach targets without detection, while its remarkable aeronautical abilities enable it to catch even faint breezes and theoretically circle the globe without flapping its wings even once. Gliscor's echolocation capabilities, similar to those of bats, allow it to detect and navigate around obstacles during flight, making it a supremely adapted nocturnal aerial predator. The Pokémon feeds primarily on the blood of other Pokémon species, a behavior that establishes it as a unique and somewhat macabre presence in Pokémon ecosystems.
Pokedex Entries
It observes prey while hanging inverted from branches. When the chance presents itself, it swoops!
If it succeeds in catching even a faint breeze properly, it can circle the globe without flapping once.
Its flight is soundless. It uses its lengthy tail to carry off its prey... Then its elongated fangs do the rest.
If it succeeds in catching even a faint breeze properly, it can circle the globe without flapping once.
It dances silently through the sky. When it approaches prey, it can land a critical hit in an instant.
It observes prey while hanging inverted from branches. When the chance presents itself, it swoops!
Its flight is soundless. It uses its lengthy tail to carry off its prey... Then its elongated fangs do the rest.
It observes prey while hanging inverted from branches. When the chance presents itself, it swoops!
Its flight is soundless. It uses its lengthy tail to carry off its prey... Then its elongated fangs do the rest.
It glides soundlessly on pitch-black wings and sinks sharp fangs into the throat of its prey. It takes on a look of satisfaction once it has entirely drained its prey of blood.
Gliscor Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Gliscor is a portmanteau derived from "glide" and "scissor," reflecting the Pokémon's dual nature as an aerial creature capable of precise, scissor-like movements through the air. The Japanese name "Glion" similarly evokes concepts of gliding motion and agile aerial maneuvering. The design itself draws inspiration from multiple real-world animals, most prominently the vampire bat with its predatory nature and nocturnal habits, combined with elements of scorpions evident in its tail barbs and general arthropodal structure. The Pokémon's color scheme of blue-purple with red accents creates a striking visual that distinguishes it from its pre-evolution while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic lineage. The Fang Scorpion classification perfectly encapsulates Gliscor's dual characteristics, emphasizing both its prominent teeth and scorpion-like tail structure. Every aspect of Gliscor's design, from its menacing pincers to its distinctive barbed tail and vampiric features, serves to establish it as an apex predator whose appearance communicates danger and sophistication in equal measure.
Learnable Moves
Gliscor can learn 110 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| acrobatics | flying | Physical | 55 | 100 | 15 |
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| agility | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| aqua tail | water | Physical | 90 | 90 | 10 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| baton pass | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| breaking swipe | dragon | Physical | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| brutal swing | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| bug bite | bug | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| captivate | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| counter | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| crabhammer | water | Physical | 100 | 90 | 10 |
| cross poison | poison | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| crunch | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| dark pulse | dark | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| defog | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| dual wingbeat | flying | Physical | 40 | 90 | 10 |
| earth power | ground | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| earthquake | ground | Physical | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| false swipe | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| feint | normal | Physical | 30 | 100 | 10 |
| feint attack | dark | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| fire fang | fire | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fury cutter | bug | Physical | 40 | 95 | 20 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| guillotine | normal | Physical | — | 30 | 5 |
| gunk shot | poison | Physical | 120 | 80 | 5 |
| harden | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| high horsepower | ground | Physical | 95 | 95 | 10 |
| hone claws | dark | Status | — | — | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| ice fang | ice | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| knock off | dark | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| lunge | bug | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| metal claw | steel | Physical | 50 | 95 | 35 |
| mud bomb | ground | Special | 65 | 85 | 10 |
| mud shot | ground | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| mud slap | ground | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| natural gift | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| night slash | dark | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| pin missile | bug | Physical | 25 | 95 | 20 |
| poison jab | poison | Physical | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| poison sting | poison | Physical | 15 | 100 | 35 |
| poison tail | poison | Physical | 50 | 100 | 25 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psychic fangs | psychic | Physical | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| quick attack | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 30 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| rock polish | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| roost | flying | Status | — | — | 5 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| sand attack | ground | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| sand tomb | ground | Physical | 35 | 85 | 15 |
| sandstorm | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| scale shot | dragon | Physical | 25 | 90 | 20 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| screech | normal | Status | — | 85 | 40 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| skitter smack | bug | Physical | 70 | 90 | 10 |
| sky attack | flying | Physical | 140 | 90 | 5 |
| sky uppercut | fighting | Physical | 85 | 90 | 15 |
| slash | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sludge bomb | poison | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| spikes | ground | Status | — | — | 20 |
| stealth rock | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| steel wing | steel | Physical | 70 | 90 | 25 |
| stone edge | rock | Physical | 100 | 80 | 5 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| struggle bug | bug | Special | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| swords dance | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| tailwind | flying | Status | — | — | 15 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| throat chop | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| thunder fang | electric | Physical | 65 | 95 | 15 |
| torment | dark | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| toxic spikes | poison | Status | — | — | 20 |
| u turn | bug | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| venoshock | poison | Special | 65 | 100 | 10 |
| wing attack | flying | Physical | 60 | 100 | 35 |
| x scissor | bug | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
Gliscor Competitive Battle Guide
Gliscor has established itself as a formidable presence in competitive Pokémon battling across multiple generations, earning respect as both an offensive threat and a defensive wall. Its exceptional base defense stat of 125 combined with reasonable HP of 75 creates a physically bulky profile that allows it to absorb physical attacks effectively, while its base attack of 95 ensures it remains an offensive force rather than a purely defensive Pokémon. The creature's base speed of 95 grants it decent offensive and defensive capabilities in turn order, though it rarely outspeeds faster threats without additional speed investment. Gliscor's hidden ability Poison Heal is particularly valuable in competitive environments, transforming status conditions that would normally cripple other Pokémon into health recovery, making it surprisingly difficult to remove from the battlefield through conventional status strategies. Its Ground/Flying typing provides useful resistances and immunities, including an immunity to electric-type attacks through its Ground typing, though it does suffer from a significant weakness to Water-type moves due to its quadruple weakness. The move pool available to Gliscor is extensive and well-suited to its physical attacking profile, featuring powerful STAB moves like Earthquake and Stone Edge alongside useful coverage options. However, its abysmal Special Attack base stat of 45 makes physical moves vastly superior, requiring trainers to focus exclusively on physical attack training and move selection.
Commonly Asked Questions About Gliscor
What type is Gliscor?
Gliscor is a ground and flying type Pokemon.
What does Gliscor evolve from?
Gliscor evolved from gligar.
What are Gliscor's weaknesses?
Gliscor is weak to water, electric and ice type moves.
Where can I find Gliscor?
Gliscor can be found in unova route 11 (unova), unova route 15 (unova) and unova route 23 (unova).
Gliscor Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Gliscor has achieved notable recognition within Pokémon media and fan communities despite not being among the most iconic legendary or popular species. The Pokémon gained significant exposure through the anime series, particularly through Ash's Gliscor, which he captured as a Gligar and evolved during a critical battle, creating memorable moments in the show's narrative arc. The vampire bat-scorpion hybrid design has resonated with fans who appreciate darker, more sinister Pokémon aesthetics, establishing Gliscor as a creature of particular interest to those who favor predatory and nocturnal-themed Pokémon. In competitive battling communities, Gliscor has maintained a steady following due to its consistent viability across multiple competitive formats and generations, though it has never achieved the tier-S status of truly dominant species. The distinctive design and unique hidden ability mechanism have made Gliscor a subject of discussion among Pokémon mechanics enthusiasts and competitive strategists. Trading card game representations of Gliscor have been released throughout the TCG's history, though it has not achieved the collectibility status of first-generation or pseudo-legendary Pokémon. The creature represents a successful example of Generation IV's design philosophy, creating novel and interesting Pokémon that expand upon existing families rather than creating entirely new concepts.
Where to Find Gliscor in Every Pokémon Game
Gliscor's availability has varied significantly across different Pokémon games and generations, reflecting its status as a Generation IV introduction that gradually became integrated into various regional Pokédexes. In Diamond and Pearl, Gliscor required evolution from Gligar, making it available only after completing specific evolution conditions. Subsequent games including Platinum expanded Gliscor's accessibility, with local Pokédex numbers varying by region and generation, including appearances in Black 2/White 2, X/Y's Mountain Kalos region, and Legends: Arceus. The evolution requirement of a Razor Fang held item during nighttime means that availability depends not only on finding Gligar but also on obtaining the specific evolution stone, which may be purchased, found through gameplay, or transferred from other games. In more recent generations like Scarlet and Violet, Gliscor has appeared in various locations and wild encounters, with specific availability depending on regional variant and in-game conditions. The capture rate of 30 indicates that Gliscor is moderately challenging to capture when encountered in the wild, requiring appropriate Pokéball types and preparation. Transfer capabilities through Pokémon Home have expanded availability options significantly for competitive and collector players, allowing Gliscor to be brought forward from older game generations into current titles, ensuring that dedicated trainers and battlers can always access this valuable Pokémon regardless of which generation they are currently playing.