Card 111Scarlet Violet Promos #111 Pokémon Card

Pawniard is a dual-type Steel/Dark Pokémon introduced in Generation V (Black and White). Known as the Sharp Blade Pokémon, its entire body is comprised of blades, which it uses for both offense and defense. These blades are not just for show; Pawniard is depicted as a fierce and disciplined fighter. When its blades become dull from battle, it sharpens them on stones found by rivers, showcasing its diligent and practical nature. Pawniard typically lives in groups, led by a Bisharp, and these packs often hunt together. Their habitat usually includes forests and mountainous regions where they can find suitable sharpening stones and prey. In the Pokémon games, Pawniard is often encountered as an early-game Steel/Dark type, providing a unique type combination with resistances to many common attacking types. In the anime, Pawniard often appears as a loyal and determined partner to trainers, emphasizing its sharp intellect and fighting spirit. Its evolution, Bisharp, and later Kingambit, are popular competitive Pokémon, giving Pawniard a significant role in the evolutionary chain. The design of Pawniard, with its helmet-like head and sharp limbs, draws inspiration from chess pawns and samurai armor, giving it a distinct and memorable appearance that resonates with fans.