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Generation VIII · #0874 — Big Rock Pokémon
Stonjourner is a Rock-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII, standing as the Big Rock Pokémon with National Pokédex number 874. This imposing creature measures 2.5 meters in height and weighs a staggering 520 kilograms, making it one of the more physically substantial Rock-type Pokémon. Despite its static appearance, Stonjourner possesses a unique ability called Power Spot, which powers up the moves of nearby Pokémon—a trait that makes it the only known Pokémon capable of naturally having this ability. With a base stat total of 470, Stonjourner excels in physical defense and attack, boasting 135 defense and 125 attack respectively, though its special statistics are notably diminished at only 20 points each. The Pokémon does not evolve into or from any other species, making it a standalone creature in its evolutionary line.
Base Stats
Height
2.5m
Weight
520.0kg
Category
Big Rock Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
gray
Shape
legs
Abilities
Just being next to the Pokémon powers up moves.
Stonjourner Biology & Physical Characteristics
Stonjourner's body is constructed entirely of rock, resembling the ancient monument of Stonehenge in both form and purpose. Its towering frame consists of a gray rectangular body adorned with dark gray spots, crowned with two smaller rectangular stones that give the appearance of a hat perched atop its head. The creature's arms are remarkably distinctive, composed of three chained square rocks that alternate between gray and dark gray coloration, creating a segmented, almost mechanical appearance. Its most striking features are its two enormous legs, each weighing over 200 kilograms, that resemble the standing stones found at Turffield. These legs are primarily gray with brown lower halves, each decorated with a pair of gray crosses. Intriguingly, the elemental composition of the rocks forming Stonjourner's body has been found to match bedrock from a land far away from its native habitat, suggesting a mysterious origin or migration pattern that remains unexplained by modern Pokémon science.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Stonjourner Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Stonjourner has an equal gender ratio of 50% male and 50% female, allowing for standard breeding mechanics in the Mineral Egg Group. When bred, Stonjourner eggs require 25 cycles to hatch, translating to approximately 6,169 to 6,425 steps, placing it among Pokémon with moderate hatching timeframes. Offspring hatched from Stonjourner eggs will emerge with a base happiness value of 50, indicating a neutral disposition that trainers must work to improve through positive interactions and care. The Mineral Egg Group classification reflects Stonjourner's rocky composition and ties it to other stone-based Pokémon that share similar biological origins. Breeding Stonjourner may yield offspring with egg moves such as Ancient Power and Curse, moves not typically learned through level-up or technical machines, providing breeding enthusiasts with specialized movepool options for competitive training or strategic team building.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
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sword shield
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crystal
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gold silver
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red blue
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yellow
tm05
red green japan
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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blue japan
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lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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red blue
tm08
yellow
tm08
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
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sword shield
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gold silver
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yellow
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red green japan
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blue japan
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red blue
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crystal
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Stonjourner Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Stonjourner does not evolve into or from any other Pokémon, making it a complete and independent species within the Pokédex. The creature arrives fully formed in its final state, with no branching evolutionary paths, alternate forms, or Mega Evolutions available to trainers. This singular design philosophy emphasizes Stonjourner's role as a monolithic, unchanging monument—much like the ancient stone structures it resembles. While other Rock-type Pokémon may undergo transformations or possess multiple developmental stages, Stonjourner stands alone as a finished product, suggesting that the Pokémon has achieved its perfect form through unknown means, possibly related to the mysterious elemental composition of its body and the enigmatic origins of its rocky structure.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Stonjourner Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Stonjourner is a creature of remarkable behavioral patterns and contemplative nature. The Pokémon typically inhabits grasslands, where it spends much of its time standing motionless while watching the sun's descent from zenith to horizon—a meditative practice that forms the core of its daily existence. Despite this peaceful demeanor, Stonjourner possesses a hidden dynamic side; occasionally, it will unleash sudden bursts of speed to perform remarkable feats with its powerful legs, showcasing a talent for delivering dynamic kicks that belies its generally sedentary appearance. Most peculiar among its behaviors is an annual phenomenon that occurs on a specific date and time each year: groups of Stonjourner gather from seemingly nowhere to form an evenly spaced ring or circle, with no known explanation for this assembly. Theories abound regarding the purpose of these gatherings—some suggest connections to solar positions, earth's energy patterns, or other cosmic factors—yet the true meaning behind this synchronized congregation remains one of Pokémon's greatest unsolved mysteries.
Pokedex Entries
Generation VIII
It stands in grasslands, watching the sun’s descent from zenith to horizon. This Pokémon has a talent for delivering dynamic kicks.
Once a year, on a specific date and at a specific time, they gather out of nowhere and form up in a circle.
Stonjourner Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Stonjourner is a portmanteau of 'stone' and 'sojourner,' reflecting the Pokémon's role as a wandering traveler made of rock. In Japanese, it is known as Ishihenjiun (イシヘンジン), with 'ishi' meaning stone and the remainder referencing Stonehenge, the ancient megalithic monument in England. This nomenclature perfectly encapsulates the creature's design philosophy—Stonjourner is quite literally a Stonehenge monument given life and mobility. The design draws heavily from the iconic English landmark, translating its mystical significance and geometric precision into a living Pokémon form. The rectangular body, the hat-like stones atop its head, and the massive pillar-like legs all echo the monumental architecture of Stonehenge, while the mysterious annual gatherings of multiple Stonjourner suggest a connection to the real structure's rumored ceremonial or astronomical purposes. This design choice grounds Stonjourner in real-world mythology and architecture, elevating it beyond a simple rock creature to become a mystical guardian of ancient mysteries.
Learnable Moves
Stonjourner can learn 55 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ancient power | rock | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 |
| assurance | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| block | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| body press | fighting | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| brutal swing | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| earth power | ground | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| earthquake | ground | Physical | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| gravity | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| hard press | steel | Physical | 0 | 100 | 10 |
| heat crash | fire | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| heavy slam | steel | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| high horsepower | ground | Physical | 95 | 95 | 10 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| imprison | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| iron defense | steel | Status | — | — | 15 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| low sweep | fighting | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| mega kick | normal | Physical | 120 | 75 | 5 |
| meteor beam | rock | Special | 120 | 90 | 10 |
| power gem | rock | Special | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psych up | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rock blast | rock | Physical | 25 | 90 | 10 |
| rock polish | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock throw | rock | Physical | 50 | 90 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| sand tomb | ground | Physical | 35 | 85 | 15 |
| sandstorm | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| self destruct | normal | Physical | 200 | 100 | 5 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| smack down | rock | Physical | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| stealth rock | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| stomp | normal | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| stomping tantrum | ground | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| stone edge | rock | Physical | 100 | 80 | 5 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| superpower | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| wide guard | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| wonder room | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
Stonjourner Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive play, Stonjourner serves as a specialized defensive wall with surprising offensive capability. Its exceptional Defense stat of 135 allows it to withstand sustained physical attacks, while its 125 Attack stat provides respectable offensive presence for a defensive-oriented Pokémon. The Power Spot ability, though seemingly limited to supporting allies, offers strategic utility in double and triple battles by augmenting the moves of nearby teammates. Stonjourner's movepool includes essential competitive tools such as Stealth Rock for entry hazard setup, Wide Guard for team protection, Heavy Slam for coverage against lighter threats, and Stone Edge for reliable Rock-type STAB damage with 100 base power. Its ability to learn Gravity, Body Slam, and Mega Kick provides additional versatility, though the severely limited Special Attack stat of 20 means Stonjourner must rely entirely on physical moves for offensive pressure. The slow growth rate and base Speed of 70 require careful team construction to ensure Stonjourner can move before faster opponents, often necessitating usage in slower, defensive-oriented team structures that capitalize on its defensive bulk and support capabilities.
Commonly Asked Questions About Stonjourner
What type is Stonjourner?
Stonjourner is a rock type Pokemon.
What does Stonjourner evolve from?
Stonjourner does not evolve.
What are Stonjourner's weaknesses?
Stonjourner is weak to fighting, ground, steel, water and grass type moves.
Stonjourner Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Stonjourner has become a fascinating subject within Pokémon fandom due to its mysterious design and unexplained behaviors, particularly the annual gathering phenomenon described in Pokédex entries. Fan communities have extensively theorized about the significance of these gatherings, generating countless creative interpretations involving astronomical alignments, energy ley lines, and ritualistic purposes reminiscent of real-world Stonehenge mythology. The Pokémon's connection to real-world archaeology and mysticism has elevated it beyond typical Rock-type status, inspiring discussions about the intersection of Pokémon lore and human history. Content creators and artists have been drawn to Stonjourner's monolithic aesthetic, producing elaborate fan art depicting the mysterious gatherings and exploring the implications of sentient stone monuments existing within the Pokémon world. The creature's contemplative nature—standing for hours watching sunsets—has also resonated with players seeking Pokémon with deeper philosophical dimensions, establishing Stonjourner as a symbol of patience, timelessness, and connection to natural cycles.
Where to Find Stonjourner in Every Pokémon Game
Stonjourner's availability has expanded significantly across Pokémon generations since its introduction in Generation VIII. In Pokémon Sword and Shield, it was exclusive to the Sword version, appearing in various wild locations and being obtainable through normal gameplay progression. In the Isle of Armor DLC, Stonjourner could be encountered in specific areas, while the Crown Tundra expansion featured it as a distinct Pokédex entry with expanded availability. In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, Stonjourner became more universally accessible, with National Pokédex number 0319 and increased wild encounter frequency in appropriate grassy habitats. The Pokémon has also appeared in special distribution events through Poké Portal News, occasionally offering players additional opportunities to obtain this rare specimen. Notably, Stonjourner has not appeared in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl, or Legends: Arceus, limiting access in those specific titles. Despite its regional variations and generation-specific appearances, trainers seeking Stonjourner have multiple viable paths to acquisition across modern mainline titles, making it achievable for dedicated collectors and competitive players alike.