#254 Sceptile
General Location Attacks Stats Egg Moves 5th Gen Dex 3rd Gen Dex Spin Off Dex DP Entry
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Name Jp. Name No. Gender Ratio Type
Sceptile Jukain
ジュカイン
National: #254
Male :87.5%
Female :12.5%
Ability: Overgrow
Overgrow: When HP is below 1/3rd, Grass’s power increases to 1.5 times.
Classification Height Weight Capture Rate Base Egg Steps
Forest Pokémon 5'07" 115.1lbs 45 5,120
Experience Growth Base Happiness Effort Values Earned Colour Safari Zone Flee Rate
1,059,860 Points
Medium Slow
70 3 Speed Point(s)
Green 0
Damage Taken
*1 *2 *0.5 *0.5 *0.5 *2 *1 *2 *0.5 *2 *1 *2 *1 *1 *1 *1 *1
Wild Hold Item Egg Groups
No Hold Item
Monster
Dragon
Evolutionary Chain
Flavour Text
Diamond The leaves that grow on its arms can slice down thick trees. It is without peer in jungle combat.
Pearl
Platinum
HeartGold It agilely leaps about the jungle and uses the sharp leaves on its arms to strike its prey.
SoulSilver

Location
Game Location
Ruby Evolve Grovyle
Sapphire Evolve Grovyle
Emerald Evolve Grovyle
FireRed Trade from Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald
LeafGreen Trade from Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald
Colosseum Trade from Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald
XD Trade from Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald
Diamond Transfer from GBA via Pal Park
Pearl Transfer from GBA via Pal Park
Platinum None - Pal Park from 3rd Gen
HeartGold Evolve Grovyle
SoulSilver Evolve Grovyle

Diamond/Pearl/Platinum/HeartGold/SoulSilver Level Up
LevelAttack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Night Slash7010015--
The user slashes the foe the instant an opportunity arises. It has a high critical-hit ratio.
Pound4010035--
The foe is physically pounded with a long tail or a foreleg, etc.
Leer--10030--
The foe is given an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The target's Defense stat is reduced.
Absorb2010025--
A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
Quick Attack4010030--
The user lunges at the foe at a speed that makes it almost invisible. It is sure to strike first.
6Absorb2010025--
A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
11Quick Attack4010030--
The user lunges at the foe at a speed that makes it almost invisible. It is sure to strike first.
16X-scissor8010015--
The user slashes at the foe by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
17Pursuit4010020--
An attack move that inflicts double damage if used on a foe that is switching out of battle.
23Screech--8540--
An earsplitting screech is emitted to sharply reduce the foe's Defense stat.
29Leaf Blade9010015--
The foe is slashed with a sharp leaf. It has a high critical-hit ratio.
35Agility----30--
The user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. It sharply boosts the Speed stat.
43Slam807520--
The foe is slammed with a long tail, vines, etc., to inflict damage.
51Detect----5--
It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
59False Swipe4010040--
A restrained attack that prevents the foe from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
67Leaf Storm140905100
A storm of sharp leaves is whipped up. The attack's recoil sharply reduces the user's Sp. Atk stat.

TM & HM Attacks
TM/HM #Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
TM01 Focus Punch 150 100 20 --
The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used.
TM02 Dragon Claw 80 100 15 --
The user slashes the foe with huge, sharp claws.
TM05 Roar -- 100 20 --
The foe is scared off, to be replaced by another Pokémon in its party. In the wild, the battle ends.
TM06 Toxic -- 85 10 --
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.
TM09 Bullet Seed 10 100 30 --
The user forcefully shoots seeds at the foe. Two to five seeds are shot in rapid succession.
TM10 Hidden Power ?? 100 15 --
A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.
TM11 Sunny Day -- -- 5 --
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.
TM15 Hyper Beam 150 90 5 --
The foe is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.
TM17 Protect -- -- 10 --
It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
TM19 Giga Drain 60 100 10 --
A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
TM20 Safeguard -- -- 25 --
The user creates a protective field that prevents status problems for five turns.
TM21 Frustration ?? 100 20 --
A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.
TM22 Solarbeam 120 100 10 --
A two-turn attack. The user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the second turn.
TM23 Iron Tail 100 75 15 30
The foe is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target's Defense stat.
TM26 Earthquake 100 100 10 --
The user sets off an earthquake that hits all the Pokémon in the battle.
TM27 Return ?? 100 20 --
A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.
TM28 Dig 80 100 10 --
The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.
TM31 Brick Break 75 100 15 --
The user attacks with tough fists, etc. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.
TM32 Double Team -- -- 15 --
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.
TM39 Rock Tomb 50 80 10 100
Boulders are hurled at the foe. It also lowers the foe's Speed by preventing its movement.
TM40 Aerial Ace 60 -- 20 --
The user confounds the foe with speed, then slashes. The attack lands without fail.
TM42 Facade 70 100 20 --
An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, paralyzed, or has a burn.
TM43 Secret Power 70 100 20 30
The user attacks with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user's environment.
TM44 Rest -- -- 10 --
The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user's HP and heals any status problem.
TM45 Attract -- 100 15 --
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
TM52 Focus Blast 120 70 5 10
The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. It may also lower the target's Sp. Def.
TM53 Energy Ball 80 100 10 10
The user draws power from nature and fires it at the foe. It may also lower the target's Sp. Def.
TM54 False Swipe 40 100 40 --
A restrained attack that prevents the foe from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
TM56 Fling ?? 100 10 --
The user flings its held item at the foe to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.
TM58 Endure -- -- 10 --
The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
TM59 Dragon Pulse 90 100 10 --
The foe is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user's gaping mouth.
TM60 Drain Punch 60 100 5 --
An energy-draining punch. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
TM68 Giga Impact 150 90 5 --
The user charges at the foe using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.
TM70 Flash -- 100 20 --
The user flashes a light that cuts the foe's accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate caves.
TM75 Swords Dance -- -- 30 --
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. It sharply raises the user's Attack stat.
TM78 Captivate -- 100 20 --
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe is charmed into sharply lowering its Sp. Atk stat.
TM80 Rock Slide 75 90 10 30
Large boulders are hurled at the foe to inflict damage. It may also make the target flinch.
TM81 X-scissor 80 100 15 --
The user slashes at the foe by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
TM82 Sleep Talk -- -- 10 --
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.
TM83 Natural Gift ?? 100 15 --
The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.
TM86 Grass Knot ?? 100 20 --
The user snares the foe with grass and trips it. The heavier the foe, the greater the damage.
TM87 Swagger -- 90 15 --
The user enrages the foe into confusion. However, it also sharply raises the foe's Attack stat.
TM90 Substitute -- -- 10 --
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user's decoy.
HM01 Cut 50 95 30 --
The foe is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees.
HM04 Strength 80 100 15 --
The foe is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move boulders.
HM06 Rock Smash 40 100 15 50
The user hits with a punch that may lower the target's Defense. It can also smash cracked boulders.
HM08 Rock Climb 90 85 20 20
A charging attack that may also leave the foe confused. It can also be used to scale rocky walls.
Move Tutor Attacks
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Frenzy Plant150905--
The foe is slammed with an enormous tree. The user can't move on the next turn.

Platinum/HeartGold/SoulSilver Move Tutor Attacks
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Fury Cutter 10 95 20 --
The foe is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.
Thunderpunch 75 100 15 10
The foe is punched with an electrified fist. It may leave the target with paralysis.
Snore 40 100 15 30
An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the foe flinch.
Swift 60 -- 20 --
Star-shaped rays are shot at the foe. This attack never misses.
Synthesis -- -- 5 --
The user restores its own HP. The amount of HP regained varies with the weather.
Endeavor ?? 100 5 --
An attack move that cuts down the foe's HP to equal the user's HP.
Mud-slap 20 100 10 100
The user hurls mud in the foe's face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.
Outrage 120 100 15 --
The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. However, it then becomes confused.
Seed Bomb 80 100 15 --
The user slams a barrage of hard- shelled seeds down on the foe from above.

HeartGold/SoulSilver Move Tutor Attacks
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Worry Seed -- 100 10 --
A seed that causes worry is planted on the foe. It prevents sleep by making its ability Insomnia.
Low Kick ?? 100 20 --
A powerful low kick that makes the foe fall over. It inflicts greater damage on heavier foes.
Headbutt 70 100 15 30
The user attacks with its head. It may make the foe flinch. To find Pokémon, hit trees.

Egg Moves (Details)
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %  
Crunch801001520Details
The user crunches up the foe with sharp fangs. It may also lower the target's Defense stat.
Mud Sport----15--Details
The user covers itself with mud. It weakens Electric- type moves while the user is in the battle.
Endeavor??1005--Details
An attack move that cuts down the foe's HP to equal the user's HP.
Leech Seed--9010--Details
A seed is planted on the foe. It steals some HP from the foe to heal the user on every turn.
Dragonbreath601002030Details
The user exhales a mighty gust that inflicts damage. It may also paralyze the target.
Crush Claw75951050Details
The user slashes the foe with hard and sharp claws. It may also lower the target's Defense.
Worry Seed--10010--Details
A seed that causes worry is planted on the foe. It prevents sleep by making its ability Insomnia.
Double Kick3010030--Details
The foe is quickly kicked twice in succession using both feet.
Grasswhistle--5515--Details
The user plays a pleasant melody that lulls the foe into a deep sleep.
Synthesis----5--Details
The user restores its own HP. The amount of HP regained varies with the weather.
Magical Leaf60--20--Details
The user scatters curious leaves that chase the foe. This attack will not miss.
Leaf Storm140905100Details
A storm of sharp leaves is whipped up. The attack's recoil sharply reduces the user's Sp. Atk stat.
Razor Wind - HGSS Only8010010--Details
A two-turn attack. Blades of wind hit the foe on the second turn. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

Pre-Evolution Moves
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect % Means
Fury Cutter109520--
Lv. 16
The foe is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.
Mega Drain4010015--
Lv. 26
A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

3rd Gen Only Moves
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect % Means
Fury Cutter109520--
RSE
FRLG
Lv16
Lv16
The foe is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.

Base/Max Pokéathlon Stats
SpeedPowerSkillStaminaJump

Stats
  HP Attack Defense Sp. Attack Sp. Defense Speed
Base Stats 70 85 65 105 85 120
Max Stats
Hindering Nature
Lv. 50 130 - 177 81 - 123 63 - 105 99 - 141 81 - 123 112 - 154
Lv. 100 250 - 344 157 - 242 121 - 206 193 - 278 157 - 242 220 - 305
Max Stats
Neutral Nature
Lv. 50 130 - 177 90 - 137 70 - 117 110 - 157 90 - 137 125 - 172
Lv. 100 250 - 344 175 - 269 135 - 229 215 - 309 175 - 269 245 - 339
Max Stats
Beneficial Nature
Lv. 50 130 - 177 99 - 150 77 - 128 121 - 172 99 - 150 137 - 189
Lv. 100 250 - 344 192 - 295 148 - 251 236 - 339 192 - 295 269 - 372

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