Pawniard, Bisharp, and Kingambit Manual
Pawniard evolves into Bisharp at level 52; which evolves into Kingambit after defeating 3 other Bisharp leading groups of Pawniard (each holding a Leader's Crest), and then leveling up.
Category: Sharp Blade Pokémon
Weight: 22.5 lbs., 10.2 kg
Abilities: Defiant, Inner Focus, Pressure (Hidden Ability)
Gender Ratio: 50% male , 50% female
Temperament: Active, Agile, Alert, Attentive, Charming, Cheerful, Confident, Curious, Dignified, Diligent, Eager, Fearless, Independent, Intelligent, Keen, Loyal, Persistent, Patient, Proud, Responsive
Category: Sword Blade Pokémon
Weight: 154.3 lbs., 70 kg
Abilities: Defiant, Inner Focus, Pressure (Hidden Ability)
Gender Ratio: 50% male, 50% female
Temperament: Active, Agile, Alert, Attentive, Calm, Confident, Dominant, Dignified, Fearless, Independent, Intelligent, Keen, Loyal, Patient, Powerful, Protective, Proud, Quiet, Responsive, Serious
Category: Big Blade Pokémon
Weight: 264.6 lbs., 120 kg
Abilities: Defiant, Supreme Overlord, Pressure (Hidden Ability)
Gender Ratio: 50% male, 50% female
Temperament: Alert, Assertive, Attentive, Calm, Confident, Dominant, Dignified, Fearless, Independent, Intelligent, Keen, Loyal, Patient, Powerful, Protective, Proud, Refined, Responsive, Serious, Sturdy, Vocal
Pawniard, Bisharp, and Kingambit are Dark/Steel type Pokémon that are quite rare, and sought after by seasoned Trainers looking for a challenge. They are prized for their unique typing, Attack stat, intelligence, and property-guarding ability. Like ninja warriors, Pawniard and Bisharp are extremely agile and athletic in the way they move, and blend in well with dark surroundings. Bisharp are also capable of jumping to extreme heights, possibly 30 feet. While Kingambit are significantly heavier and have lost the agility of their pre-evolutions, they are sturdier and more able to take hits, as well as deal slightly heavier damage.
As Pawniard, they are attentive and persistent Pokémon that are constantly looking for something to do. Even though they are completely subordinate to their much stronger evolved forms, they are still independent thinkers who test boundaries and try to get their way. Thus they are difficult to train and need a Trainer who can be a confident and consistent “pack leader”, much like a Bisharp or Kingambit. However, Pawniard still train themselves constantly and love being in Pokémon battles, as their ultimate goal is to evolve in order to reach adulthood.
After evolving into Bisharp, they develop a calmer, quieter, and more stoic personality. They are also much more physically powerful. Bisharp is known as the “Meta Knight of Pokémon” due to its similarities to the iconic Kirby series character, in both its fighting prowess and behavior. They remain as independent thinkers that are not especially fond of having a boss, because they are naturally dominant over their pre-evolution, although their rare evolution Kingambit is dominant over them in turn. Bisharp are perfect as guard Pokémon, because they are naturally territorial, with great strength and weaponry that is enough to deter intruders. If they evolve once again into Kingambit, they trade their agility and fighting skill for increased bulk, making them more able to take damage, but only able to attack with brute force using the huge blade on their heads. Additionally, because Kingambit command entire armies of their pre-evolutions in the wild, they also give up Bisharp’s quietness and possess a deep, metallic amplified voice that makes them certainly not fit for apartment living.
In medieval Europe, Pawniard and Bisharp were kept by high-class knights, and were even knighted themselves. Like many others, these Pokemon were active both on the battlefield and as guards that protected castles. There was even a Bisharp general that led an entire legion of Pawniard during the war in Kalos that took place 300 years ago. However, Pawniard and Bisharp were actually the Pokémon of choice for more sinister knights who painted their armor black, in order to keep their coat of arms hidden so that the lord they served could not be determined. This has only added to these Pokémon’s reputation as mysterious and formidable creatures, even though many have served as noble protectors. Any Bisharp that managed to evolve into Kingambit were only allowed to be owned by royalty, just like Aegislash.
Because Pawniard, Bisharp, and Kingambit are listed as a potential danger to humans, they require an additional Pokémon license to legally own.
Has a very high Attack stat, and is good at getting critical hits
Resistant against 9 types (Dark, Steel, Ice, Grass, Normal, Flying, Dragon, Rock, Ghost), and immune to Psychic and Poison
Not a good fit for beginning Trainers
Takes a long time to evolve from Pawniard
May be highly destructive to property
Needs lots of exercise and enrichment
Headstrong personality, difficult to train
4x weakness against Fighting type, also weak against Ground and Fire
Learns no Special moves naturally, not a very diverse moveset
Pros and Cons of Kingambit
Has a very high Attack stat, and is good at getting critical hits
Has a very high Defense stat
Its signature move Kowtow Cleave never misses
Resistant against 9 types (Dark, Steel, Ice, Grass, Normal, Flying, Dragon, Rock, Ghost), and immune to Psychic and Poison
Not a good fit for beginning Trainers
Is difficult to evolve from Bisharp
May be highly destructive to property
Headstrong personality, difficult to train
4x weakness against Fighting type, also weak against Ground and Fire
Learns no Special moves naturally, not a very diverse moveset
Important Considerations for Owning Pawniard, Bisharp, and Kingambit
Providing enough exercise and mental stimulation: Pawniard and Bisharp are incredibly intelligent Pokémon that need plenty of exercise and behavioral enrichment. While Kingambit doesn’t need much exercise, it still needs as much mental stimulation as its pre-evolutions.
Their strong temperament: Pawniard, Bisharp, and Kingambit are not easily trained, and require an experienced Trainer who can take charge.
Late evolution: Pawniard does not evolve into Bisharp until level 52, and a Bisharp must defeat 3 wild Bisharp that lead groups of Pawniard and are holding a Leader's Crest to evolve into Kingambit.
Maintenance: Pawniard, Bisharp, and Kingambit need stones to regularly keep their blades sharp.
Destructive behavior: Pawniard, Bisharp, and Kingambit are likely to demolish home property and dig holes, especially if they are bored.
Pawniard, Bisharp, and Kingambit are somewhat high-maintenance Pokémon because they fastidiously look after the condition of their blades, and must have whetstones to sharpen them on. For safety reasons, simply allow the Pokémon to do this itself. You must also provide pieces of wood or other items for it to test the sharpness.
Most of Pawniard, Bisharp, and Kingambit’s natural diet is meat. Their regular food should be supplemented with some fruits and vegetables, and raw meat such as Tauros or Unfezant meat at least a few times a week. Pawniard tend to eat a lot, due to them evolving at a late level and thus requiring lots of energy. Pawniard eats 1.5-2 pounds of food per day, Bisharp eats 5-6 pounds, and Kingambit eats 7-8 pounds.
Enrichment is an extremely critical part of owning Pawniard, Bisharp, and Kingambit as they need frequent stimulation. A favorite activity that Trainers do with these Pokémon is allow them to exercise their cutting abilities on newspapers or pieces of wood. This is similar to their natural behavior of cutting branches and weeds to test the sharpness of their blades. Another great activity to do with Bisharp or Kingambit is trimming trees and bushes as landscaping. Pawniard absolutely love taking time destroying cardboard boxes that are larger than they are, and those keep them occupied. During the process, they use their blades to cling to the box in the same fashion that they capture their more natural prey. It takes much less time for a Bisharp or Kingambit to demolish cardboard, but it still works.
Recall training is also an excellent form of enrichment for any Pokémon. Use a whistle or call the Pokémon’s name, and have treats or a toy ready so that the Pokémon is motivated to come to you. When using this for play, do it while hiding out of view of your Pokémon so that it has to find you, like hide-and-seek. Bisharp and Kingambit use a recall command with Pawniard in the wild, so this is much like a natural behavior.
“Blades comprise this Pokémon's entire body. If battling dulls the blades, it sharpens them on stones by the river.”
“They fight at Bisharp’s command. They cling to their prey and inflict damage by sinking their blades into it.”
“Ignoring their injuries, groups attack by sinking the blades that cover their bodies into their prey.”
“After shredding its prey, it sharpens its blades on a stone by the river. Each Pawniard has its own favorite sharpening stone.”
“It follows Bisharp's orders to a tee when it attacks enemies. After slashing an opponent, Pawniard clangs both of its blades together.”
“It uses river stones to maintain the cutting edges of the blades covering its body. These sharpened blades allow it to bring down opponents.”
“A pack of these Pokémon forms to serve a Bisharp boss. Each Pawniard trains diligently, dreaming of one day taking the lead.”
“Pawniard will fearlessly challenge even powerful foes. In a pinch, it will cling to opponents and pierce them with the blades all over its body.”
“Any chips in its blades would prove fatal for it. After each battle, it diligently maintains its blades using its favorite sharpening stone.”
“It leads a group of Pawniard. It battles to become the boss, but will be driven from the group if it loses.”
“Bisharp pursues prey in the company of a large group of Pawniard. Then Bisharp finishes off the prey.”
“This pitiless Pokémon commands a group of Pawniard to hound prey into immobility. It then moves in to finish the prey off.”
“No matter how strong the Bisharp, it's said that if the blade on its head is chipped, it will retire from its position as the boss.”
“It leads a group of Pawniard. Bisharp doesn't even change its expression when it deals the finishing blow to an opponent.”
“It's accompanied by a large retinue of Pawniard. Bisharp keeps a keen eye on its minions, ensuring none of them even think of double-crossing it.”
“Violent conflicts erupt between Bisharp and Fraxure over places where sharpening stones can be found.”
“This Pokémon commands a group of several Pawniard. Groups that are defeated in territorial disputes are absorbed by the winning side.”
“Bisharp mercilessly cuts its opponents to pieces with the sharp blades covering its body. It will do anything to win.”
“Only a Bisharp that stands above all others in its vast army can evolve into Kingambit.”
“Though it commands a massive army in battle, it's not skilled at devising complex strategies. It just uses brute strength to keep pushing.”
