SteelixParadox Rift #125 Pokémon Card

Steelix, the Iron Snake Pokémon, is a Steel/Ground type introduced in Generation II, evolving from Onix when traded holding a Metal Coat. Its immense size and rock-hard, metallic body make it a formidable presence. Steelix is known for its incredible durability and strength, capable of burrowing deep underground at high speeds. Its diet consists primarily of soil, which it consumes to accumulate iron internally, a process believed to be responsible for its body's transformation into a dense, metallic composition. Steelix typically inhabits mountainous and cavernous regions, where its powerful jaws and body can carve through solid rock. In the games, it is often a defensive powerhouse, while in the anime, it has appeared in various strong trainer teams, notably Brock's. Its unique evolutionary method and imposing appearance contribute to its strong cultural significance as a symbol of resilience and power.