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Steelix is a combination of ''steel'' and '' | Steelix is a combination of ''steel'' and ''onyx''. It may also refer to ''helix'' (with regards to its serpentine body). | ||
Haganeil may be a combination of 鋼 ''hagane'' (steel) and ''nail'' or ''tail''. | Haganeil may be a combination of 鋼 ''hagane'' (steel) and ''nail'' or ''tail''. | ||