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Garbodor is a Poison-type Pokémon shaped like a pile of garbage, embodying the issues of waste and environmental pollution.

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♻️ Garbodor is the Trash Heap Pokémon, known for its connection to pollution and waste.
🌍 It was introduced in Generation V and is the evolution of Trubbish.
🗑️ Garbodor is a Poison-type Pokémon, allowing it to use a variety of toxic moves.
💨 It can expel toxic gas, which it uses to defend itself and deter foes.
⚗️ Garbodor's design is based on garbage, embodying the concept of environmental waste.
🧪 It has the ability 'Stench' which may cause opponents to flinch in battle.
🦠 Garbodor can also have the ability 'Filters', which reduces damage from special attacks.
💪 Its maximum base stats culminate in a total of 475, making it a decent Pokémon for battles.
🦄 The shiny version of Garbodor features a different color palette, being mostly green.
🌟 Garbodor has appeared in various Pokémon media, including the anime and trading card games.
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Overview
Garbodor is a Pokémon that looks like a giant pile of trash! 🗑

️ It was introduced in the fifth generation of Pokémon games, specifically in Pokémon Black and White, released in 2010. Garbodor is a Poison-type Pokémon, which means it can release toxins that are harmful. It's known for being a bit stinkier than most Pokémon! 🌬

️ Garbodor is the evolved form of Trubbish, another Pokémon that looks like a bag of rubbish. When Trubbish eats enough garbage, it evolves into Garbodor at level 36!
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Biology
Garbodor is a large, green Pokémon that resembles a trash bag filled with junk. It stands about 1.7 meters (or 5 feet 7 inches) tall and weighs around 107.3 kilograms (or 236 pounds). Garbodor has various pieces of litter sticking out of its body, like bottles, cans, and more! 🥤🎨 It has two arms that look like they made of garbage, with three fingers each. Fun fact! Garbodor is known to possess toxic sludge that can harm other creatures. It uses this power to defend itself or create a smelly cloud! 🦠

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Fun Facts
Did you know that Garbodor is inspired by real-life waste? ♻

️ Its design highlights the importance of recycling and keeping the environment clean! Garbodor has made appearances in various Pokémon spin-offs and even movies! Garbodor can take its trash-can charm international, since it can be found in Pokémon games from all around the world! 🌍

It also once appeared in a Pokémon musical, showcasing how versatile and fun Garbodor can be! Whether you love it or find it stinky, Garbodor is an unforgettable Pokémon! 😊

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Cultural Impact
Garbodor has become a recognizable Pokémon since its creation. 🎨

People often relate it to environmental themes, like pollution and recycling! Pokémon fans create art, merchandise, and fan fiction featuring Garbodor. In some communities, people use Garbodor to raise awareness about keeping the environment clean! In the Pokémon animated series, Garbodor has made appearances too. It’s also featured in Pokémon trading card games, making it a beloved character in the Pokémon universe! 📚

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Competitive Play
In competitive Pokémon battles, Garbodor can be a surprising opponent! ⚔

️ Trainers use Garbodor as a "stall" Pokémon because of its ability to poison the opponent while absorbing damage. Its hidden ability, "Aftermath," damages an opposing Pokémon when Garbodor faints. Players often set up hazards using Toxic Spikes and force opponents to switch out. Garbodor's decent defenses and move sets make it a fun choice for strategic plays! 🕹

️ Knowing how to use Garbodor effectively can change the outcome of a battle!
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Strategies and Tips
If you want to use Garbodor in battles, here are some tips! First, try using Toxic Spikes to poison your opponents. 💥

Balance your moves by having both attack and defense! Garbodor has access to moves like Sludge Bomb and Gunk Shot for powerful poison attacks. Remember that Garbodor works well with teammates that can cover its weaknesses. It doesn't like Psychic and Ground-type moves! 🌀

Lastly, always pay attention to the opponent’s strategy, and adapt your approach as needed to win!
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Habitat and Behavior
Garbodor lives in places where trash piles up, like city dumps and landfills. 🏙

️ In the Pokémon world, you'll often find it rummaging through trash for food, which is what they love to eat! Despite its stinky appearance, Garbodor isn't always mean. Sometimes, it helps clean up areas by swallowing garbage! Garbodor is known to throw its toxic sludge at enemies if it feels threatened. In battles, they can be quite tricky! They often hide behind their mess and surprise their opponents. 🎭

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Role in the Pokémon Games
Garbodor plays a significant role in various Pokémon games starting from Pokémon Black and White. 🚀

Players can catch, train, and battle with Garbodor in these games. It can learn several powerful moves like Toxic Spikes, which puts poison on the opponent’s side, making the battle more difficult for them! In Pokémon Sword and Shield, Garbodor also got a special Galarian form that looks even more colorful! 🌈

Players like to use Garbodor for its unique moves and strong defenses, making it a popular choice in battles!
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Evolution and Classification
Garbodor is classified as the "Trash Heap" Pokémon! It evolves from Trubbish, which is a small, rubbish-filled bag. Trubbish evolves into Garbodor at level 36. Pokémon are categorized into different classes called "types," such as Water, Fire, and Electric. Garbodor is a Poison-type. There are many other Pokémon with similar toxic abilities, including Muk and Weezing, which are from earlier generations. Together, they create a unique group of Pokémon known for their waste-related themes! 🔄

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