Stats & Training
Metang's spread favors physical bulk over offense. Defense leads the defensive side, Speed eats the cost. Yields 2 Defense EVs per defeat. Slow 1.25M XP grind to level.
Two Beldum have become stuck together via their own magnetic forces. With two brains, the resulting Metang has doubled psychic powers.
Using magnetic forces to stay aloft, this Pokémon flies at high speeds, weaving through harsh mountain terrain in pursuit of prey.
Metang Weakness
Metang's Steel/Psychic typing leaves it vulnerable to Fire, Ground, Ghost, and Dark. It shrugs off Poison-type attacks completely. 9 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ground, Ghost, Dark |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Normal, Grass, Ice, Flying, Rock, Dragon, Steel, Fairy |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Psychic |
| 0x (Immune) | Poison |
In Sword & Shield, Zarude's Close Combat hits Metang for 48-56%. Krookodile's Earthquake also KOs at 110-130%.
 Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Metang View Volcarona builds →Psychic13-15% | ||
 Zarude DarkGrass | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLeafguard ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Metang View Zarude builds →U Turn28-33% Close Combat48-56% | ||
 Krookodile GroundDark | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityIntimidate ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Metang View Krookodile builds →Earthquake 2x110-130%KO Knock Off 2x72-85% | ||
 Charizard Fire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySolarpower ItemChoice Specs NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Metang View Charizard builds →Air Slash41-48% Flamethrower 2x198-233%KO Overheat 2x285-336%KO Heat Wave 2x209-246%KO | ||
 Shedinja BugGhost | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityWonderguard ItemFocus Sash NatureNaive Moves View Shedinja builds →
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Sword & Shield Evolution
Metang is the middle stage between Beldum and Metagross. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, takes forever to hatch with no compatible partners via one egg group. So far, HP got the biggest boost (+20 from Beldum). The final form adds another 180 stats on top. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Metang is genderless — breed with Ditto to produce Beldum eggs. Part of the Mineral egg group.
Ditto onlySword & Shield Metang Best Moveset
Best Build
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Moves
Without TMs, Metang's movepool is bare bones. With them, you get coverage across 9 types on top of Steel Roller and Psychic for STAB. The natural kit handles basics, but TMs are doing the real work.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Metang in Sword & Shield
You're catching Beldum first, not Metang. Beldum appears at solid rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 2-stage line with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Metang in Sword & Shield
To get Metang, start by catching Beldum through walking encounters at Lv. 60-65. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch BeldumSnowslide SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice100%PostSandstormSnowslide SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice100%PostRainingSnowslide SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice100%PostThunderstormSnowslide SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice100%PostSandstormSnowslide SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice100%PostRainingSnowslide SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice100%PostThunderstormSnowslide SlopeSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Ice33%PostHeavy FogSnowslide SlopeShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Ice33%PostHeavy FogSnowslide SlopeShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostNormal WeatherSnowslide SlopeShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostSnowstormSnowslide SlopeSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostSnowingSnowslide SlopeSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostOvercastSnowslide SlopeSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostNormal WeatherSnowslide SlopeSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostSnowstormSnowslide SlopeShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostSnowingSnowslide SlopeShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Ice25%PostOvercastSnowslide SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice24%PostNormal WeatherSnowslide SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice24%PostHeavy FogSnowslide SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice24%PostOvercastSnowslide SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice24%PostNormal WeatherSnowslide SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice24%PostIntense SunSnowslide SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice24%PostHeavy FogSnowslide SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice24%PostIntense SunSnowslide SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice24%PostOvercastSnowslide SlopeSwordGrass Lv.60-65 Ice20%PostIntense SunSnowslide SlopeShieldGrass Lv.60-65 Ice20%PostIntense SunSnowslide SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice19%PostSnowstormSnowslide SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice19%PostSnowingSnowslide SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice19%PostSnowingSnowslide SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice14%PostSnowstorm
Step 2Metang ✓
Metang Guide
In Sword & Shield, Metang isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Metagross to unlock its full potential. At 420 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
In Sword & Shield, watch for Charizard (Fire), Rhydon (Ground), and Misdreavus (Ghost) when using Metang. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Dark-type attackers are also a problem.
Clear Body prevents stats from being lowered by other Pokémon. That's the one you want on Metang. Light Metal is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses.
In Sword & Shield, Metang fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 75 Attack. Base 50 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Game Availability
Metang first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and has been available in 16 games across 8 generations. Obtainable through catching or hatching as a base form in most titles where it appears.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RSDebut
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves