Research Notes - Roggenrola
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These Pokémon are very odd, even for an inorganic species. They don’t possess conventional facial features (at least in earlier forms), and they dwell deep in the earth where little other life can survive. Perhaps most amazingly, Gigalith have essentially developed photosynthesis despite not even being organic life forms; the process is of course drastically different, but it is interesting nonetheless. The radioactive cores within these Pokémon are also subject to intense research. Little to no radiation is emitted from their bodies, so they do a spectacular job of containing such immense energy within themselves; scientists wish to copy this containment in artificial structures.

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Diet

Scientists aren’t quite sure what Roggenrola or Boldore eat, but most speculate that they feed on rocks and minerals (though they aren’t sure how they are taken in). Gigalith use their crystals to absorb sunlight and convert it to energy in their radioactive cores.

Care

Roggenrola require immense pressure in order to survive; while there are specialty chambers on the market that can replicate such pressure, trainers may find it easiest to simply let them burrow underground, where they are most comfortable. Once Roggenrola evolve, they become much easier to care for. Boldore must cool their cores down in water periodically, while Gigalith need to bask in sunlight to create energy, but they otherwise require practically no care at all.

Caution

Roggenrola are skittish creatures that will usually hear travelers approaching well before they can be seen, so they will quickly hide away before being spotted. Boldore will similarly scuttle away from confrontation, though they may charge at attackers with their bodies if they are cornered. Gigalith are usually peaceful, even when attacked, as their sturdy bodies will protect them from nearly anything. They can fire energy beams from their mouths to defend themselves, however.