Geodeback vs Nimbi
Which is better by the numbers
Geodeback has the higher base stat total: 580 against 518 for Nimbi, a gap of 62 (12% more).
Geodeback wins 5 of the 7 base stats and Nimbi wins 2.
The biggest gap is Break: Geodeback has 102 and Nimbi has 43, 137.2% more.
Base stats side by side
| Stat | Geodeback | Nimbi | Gap | Higher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 99 | 80 | 19 | Geodeback |
| Attack | 81 | 76 | 5 | Geodeback |
| Magic Attack | 85 | 76 | 9 | Geodeback |
| Defense | 89 | 68 | 21 | Geodeback |
| Magic Defense | 54 | 82 | 28 | Nimbi |
| EP Regen | 70 | 93 | 23 | Nimbi |
| Break | 102 | 43 | 59 | Geodeback |
| Total | 580 | 518 | 62 | Geodeback |
Where they rank
By base stat total, Geodeback places #141 and Nimbi places #180 of all 227 Aniimo.
| Rank by base stat total | Geodeback | Nimbi |
|---|---|---|
| All Aniimo | #141 of 227 | #180 of 227 |
| Final forms only | Not a final form | Not a final form |
| Within its element | #19 of 34 Rock | #29 of 41 Wind |
Type match-up
Geodeback's own element deals neutral ×1 damage to Nimbi.
Nimbi's own element deals neutral ×1 damage to Geodeback.
| Attacker | Defender | Damage | Effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geodeback (Rock) | Nimbi (Wind) | ×1 | Neutral |
| Nimbi (Wind) | Geodeback (Rock) | ×1 | Neutral |
Each pairing of one element against one element is listed on its own, with the game's own multipliers. An attack uses the element of its skill, so the skill check below is the fuller picture.
Skill coverage
Geodeback has 5 skills on record and Nimbi has 6.
Geodeback's strongest damaging skill is Earth Spikes: Rock, might 68.
None of Geodeback's 2 damaging skills hits Nimbi's Wind for more than ×1.
Nimbi's strongest damaging skill is Cloud Orb: Wind, might 30.
None of Nimbi's 2 damaging skills hits Geodeback's Rock for more than ×1.
Where to find them
Find Geodeback in Nimbus Field in Breezy Plains and The Lost Islets.
Find Nimbi in Nimbus Field, The Argent Strait in Breezy Plains and The Lost Islets.
Both spawn in Breezy Plains and The Lost Islets, and both show up in Nimbus Field.
Evolution lines
- Geodeback evolves from Pebbling (Aniimo level 38)
- Geodeback evolves into Minespine (Defeat the Alpha Minespine; Aniimo level 48)
- Nimbi evolves into Dreaple (Aniimo level 21; A long night has passed: Rest with the Pathfinder from night to day; Learn passive talent [Melody of Slumber])
- Nimbi evolves into Turbo (Defeat the Alpha Turbo; Aniimo level 21)
Shiny and dark rates
| Rate | Geodeback | Nimbi |
|---|---|---|
| Shiny rate | 1 in 20,000 (0.005%) | 1 in 20,000 (0.005%) |
| Dark rate | 1 in 3,000 (0.033%) | 1 in 3,000 (0.033%) |
From the game's shiny_rate and dark_rate fields.
Body and movement
| Game value | Geodeback | Nimbi |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 0.7 | 0.54 |
| Height | 1.4 | 1.2 |
| Can fly | No | Yes |
| Can glide | No | Yes |
| Walk speed | 1.5 | 1.2 |
| Run speed | 4.7 | 4.2 |
Raw numbers from the game files. The game does not state their units.
Homeland work
Geodeback and Nimbi share no homeland work.
| Work | Geodeback | Nimbi |
|---|---|---|
| Carry | Level 1 | No |
| Earth | Level 2 | No |
| Leisure | No | Level 1 |
| Wind | No | Level 1 |