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Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (BDSP)

Armor Fossil Effect and How to Get

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Armor Fossil is one of the Fossils found in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl (BDSP). See the effects of Armor Fossil as well as how to find and get it.

Armor Fossil Effect

Armor Fossil ImageArmor Fossil
Effect A fossil from a prehistoric Pokemon that lived on the land. It appears to be part of a collar.

Revives Shieldon

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The Armor Fossil will revive Shieldon if given to the man at the front desk in the Oreburgh Mining Museum.
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How to Get Armor Fossil

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Pokemon BDSP Grand Underground Digging

Armor Fossil is obtainable by digging in the Grand Underground. Use your pickaxe first to confirm the item before completely digging it out with your sledgehammer. The chances of getting them is relatively low, so be patient when it comes to digging!

Appearance Rate BD: Not Available
SP: Common

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Treasure Description
Armor Fossil The Armor Fossil comes in an inverted a 't' shape. Try mining with a hammer to easily unearth the item once you spot a part of it.

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Helix Fossil Old Amber Root Fossil
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