Magnemite seems to be based on a magnet. It may also be based on the objectification of electromagnetism, one of the four fundamental interactions of nature.
Magnemite may be a play on magnetite. It may also be a combination of magnet or magnetite and mite, referring to its small size.
Coil is literally coil, perhaps referring to the fact that a coil with electric current generates a magnetic field.
No: 081
English Name: Magnemite
Japanese Name: Koiru
Generation: 1
Type: Electric, Steel
Species: Magnet Pokémon
Abilities: Magnet Pull, Sturdy, Analytic (hidden ability)
Evolution: Magnemite > Magneton > Magnezone
Magnemite is a seemingly robotic life form that has a gray, spherical metal body with horseshoe magnets on each side and a single, large eye. It has three Phillips head screws on its body: two near the bottom of its body, and the other on top of its head and looks similar to an antenna. The two bottom screws serve no noticeable purpose, although they may be its feet as the Pokédex identifies a footprint similar to that of the screw’s head. Even though Magnemite and its evolved forms are mechanical creatures, the anime has shown that it has emotions and a way of reproducing. It has even exhibited the need to eat, although its main form of nutrients is electrical currents. It is commonly found in locations such as power plants or caves with a strong magnetic field. Despite its modern, artificial appearance, Magnemite has been depicted in carvings discovered at the Ruins of Alph, and has been present in AZ’s retelling of the Kalos war, indicating it has existed for at least 3,000 years.
The magnetic units on Magnemite’s body create electromagnetic waves that allow it to defy gravity and can potentially disrupt electrical equipment. Magnemite is not known to be unnecessarily aggressive, but may approach Trainers with little notice. It can be attracted to anything emitting electricity or a magnetic field, including gadgets such as a Pokétch. It has even been shown to be attracted to electric Pokémon producing such fields. In the care of a Trainer, it can be a devoted fighter. However, it has been demonstrated that it may be deterred unless a strong bond is formed with its Trainer. If a wild Magnemite is approached, it may simply flee on rare occasions, as Magnemite do not care for interaction. However, if attacked, it will start retaliation with non-damaging moves.
POKEDEX ENTRIES
Pokemon Red: Uses anti-gravity to stay suspended. Appears without warning and uses Thunder Wave and similar moves.
Pokemon Blue: Uses anti-gravity to stay suspended. Appears without warning and uses Thunder Wave and similar moves.
Pokemon Yellow: It is born with the ability to defy gravity. It floats in air on powerful electromagnetic waves.
Pokemon Stadium: Appears as if out of nowhere. It floats using anti-gravity and discharges electricity from two side-mounted units.
Pokemon Gold: It is attracted by electromagnetic waves. It may approach trainers if they are using their Pokégear.
Pokemon Silver: The units at the sides of its body generate anti-gravity energy to keep it aloft in the air.
Pokemon Crystal: The electricity emitted by the units on each side of its body cause it to become a strong magnet.
Pokemon Stadium 2: It is attracted by electromagnetic waves. It may approach trainers if they are using their Pokégear.
Pokemon Ruby: Magnemite attaches itself to power lines to feed on electricity. If your house has a power outage, check your circuit breakers. You may find a large number of this Pokémon clinging to the breaker box.
Pokemon Sapphire: Magnemite floats in the air by emitting electromagnetic waves from the units at its sides. These waves block gravity. This Pokémon becomes incapable of flight if its internal electrical supply is depleted.
Pokemon Emerald: The units at its sides are extremely powerful magnets. They generate enough magnetism to draw in iron objects from over 300 feet away.
Pokemon FireRed: It moves while constantly hovering. It discharges Thunder Wave and so on from the units at its sides.
Pokemon LeafGreen: Uses antigravity to stay suspended. Appears without warning and uses Thunder Wave and similar moves.
Pokemon Diamond: The units at its sides generate electromagnetic waves that keep it airborne. It feeds on electricity.
Pokemon Pearl: The units at its sides generate electromagnetic waves that keep it airborne. It feeds on electricity.
Pokemon Platinum: The faster the units at its sides rotate, the greater the magnetic force they generate.
Pokemon HeartGold: It is attracted by electromagnetic waves. It may approach trainers if they are using their Pokégear.
Pokemon SoulSilver: The units at the sides of its body generate antigravity energy to keep it aloft in the air.
Pokemon Black: The faster the units at its sides rotate, the greater the magnetic force they generate.
Pokemon White: The faster the units at its sides rotate, the greater the magnetic force they generate.
Pokemon Black 2: The electromagnetic waves emitted by the units at the sides of its head expel antigravity, which allows it to float.
pokemon White 2: The electromagnetic waves emitted by the units at the sides of its head expel antigravity, which allows it to float.
Pokemon X: The units at the sides of its body generate antigravity energy to keep it aloft in the air.
Pokemon Y: It moves while constantly hovering. It discharges Thunder Wave and so on from the units at its sides.
Pokemon Omega Ruby: Magnemite attaches itself to power lines to feed on electricity. If your house has a power outage, check your circuit breakers. You may find a large number of this Pokémon clinging to the breaker box.
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire: Magnemite floats in the air by emitting electromagnetic waves from the units at its sides. These waves block gravity. This Pokémon becomes incapable of flight if its internal electrical supply is depleted.
Pokemon SUN: They gather in places where electricity is available. They can be found clinging to the steel towers used to support power lines.
Pokemon MOON: It sends out electromagnetic waves, which let it float through the air. Touching it while it’s eating electricity will give you a full-body shock.
