How to Get Armorite Ore
What is Armorite Ore?
Armorite Ore is a rare item used to allow Pokemon to learn new moves from the Isle of Armor move tutor or exchanged for Watts. It can also be used to reset your Pokemon’s effort values (EVs).
Armorite Ore can only be obtained in the Isle of Armor DLC.
How to Access the Isle of Armor DLC
Where to Find Armorite Ore
Shiny Loot in Wild Areas
Armorite Ores are found as shiny items while exploring the Isle of Armor wild area.
Isle of Armor Main Story
You are also given five Armorite Ores in the Isle of Armor dojo when you progress through the DLC’s main story.
Max Raid Battles
Armorite Ores can also be received as rewards by clearing Max Raid Battles. For a greater chance of obtaining them, it is recommended to particiapte in Zeraora Raid Battles which are only available until June 28.
Digging Ma
Two NPCs called Digging Pa and Digging Ma can be found in the Isle of Armor. While talking to Digging Pa lets you pay him Armorite Ore to dig up Watts, speaking to Digging Ma allows you to spend Armorite Ores to dig up more Armorite Ores. Note that when Digging Ma’s shovel breaks, you will not get anything, likening her service to a gamble of Armorite Ores.
Digging Pa and Ma are found in separate locations. You can spot Digging Pa near the entrance of Warm Up Tunnel while Digging Ma constantly moves around the island.
Isle of Armor Tutor Moves
Armorite Ores can be used to learn new moves from the Isle of Armor Move Tutor. Each move costs only 1 Armorite Ore.
| Name | Type | Effects |
|---|---|---|
| Terrain Pulse | Normal | The user utilizes the power of the terrain to attack. This move’s type and power changes depending on the terrain when used. |
| Burning Jealousy | Fire | The user attacks with energy from jealousy. This leaves all opposing Pokemon that have had their stats boosted during the turn with a burn. |
| Flip Turn | Water | After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokemon in waiting |
| Rising Voltage | Electric | The user attacks with electric voltage rising from the ground. This move’s power doubles when the target is on Electric Terrain. |
| Grassy Glide | Grass | Gliding on the ground, the user attacks the target. This moves always goes first on Grassy Terrain. |
| Triple Axel | Ice | A consecutive three-kick attack that becomes more powerful with each successful hit. |
| Coaching | Fighting | The user properly coaches its ally Pokemon, boosting their Attack and Defense stats. |
| Corrosive Gas | Poison | The user surrounds everything around it with highly acidic gas and melts away items they hold. |
| Scorching Sands | Ground | The user throws scorching sand at the the target to attack. This may also leave the target with a burn. |
| Dual Wingbeat | Flying | The user slams the target with its wings. The target is hit twice in a row. |
| Expanding Force | Psychic | The user attacks the target with its psychic power. This move’s power goes up and damages all opposing Pokemon on Psychic terrain. |
| Skitter Smack | Bug | The user skitters behind the target to attack. This also lowers the target’s special attack. |
| Meteor Beam | Rock | In this two-turn attack, the user gathers space power and boosts its special attack stat, then attacks the target on the next turn. |
| Poltergeist | Ghost | The user attacks the target by controlling the target’s item. The move fails if the target does not have an item. |
| Scale Shot | Dragon | The user attacks by shooting scales two to five times in a row. This move boosts the user’s speed stat but lowers its defense stat. |
| Lash Out | Dark | The user lashes out to vent its frustration at the target. If its stats were lowered during the turn, the power of this move is doubled. |
| Steel Roller | Steel | The user attacks while destroying the terrain. This move fails when the ground hasn’t turned into a terrain. |
| Misty Explosion | Fairy | The user attacks everything around it and faints upon using this move. This move’s power is increased on Misty Terrain. |
Pokemon EV Reset
An NPC on an island in the Workout Sea east of the Master Dojo will offer to reset your Pokemon’s effort values (EVs) for 10 Armorite Ores. This is useful if you need to reallocate EV on any of your Pokemon.
Pokemon Sword and Shield Recommended Article List
| ▼Pokemon Sword and Shield Recommended Articles | ||
|---|---|---|
| Expansion Pass | All Diglett Locations | Gen 8 Starters |
| Galar Dex | Pokemon Battles | Walkthroughs |
| Beginner Guides | Strategy Guides | Game Database |
| Strategy Guides | Post-Game | TM Locations |
| TR List | Evolution Stones | Evolution Methods |
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