Pokémon Scarlet and Violet take place in the Paldea region, a new world full of wonder and exciting discoveries. This includes new Pokémon, like the crab-PokémonKlawf. This may leave you wondering about Klawf and its role in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.

What is Klawf in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, explained

Klawfis a new Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. It is based on acrabbut does not carry the water type you might expect. Instead, it is arock-type Pokémon. Klawf is considered an ambush Pokémon with an average height of 4'3" and 174.2 lbs. It also has spinning eyes that remove any blindspot Klawf might have.

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Klawf can have either theShell ArmororAnger Shell ability. Shell Armor is a returning ability that prevents critical hits, while Anger Shell is a brand new ability introduced in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. This ability activates when Klawf drops below half health and will reduce its defensive stats while boosting its offensive and speed stats.

Klawf is also seen as aTitan Pokémonin the Seek Your Treasure trailer onThe Pokémon CompanyYouTube. This is part of a mission with Arven, an upperclassman and cook. The protagonist is seen battling the Titan Klawf alongside Arven.

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