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General | Location | Attacks | Stats | Egg Moves | SpinOff Dex |
| Gen IX Dex | Gen VIII Dex | Gen VII Dex | Gen VI Dex | Gen V Dex |
| Gen IV Dex | Gen III Dex |
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| Name | Other Names | No. | Gender Ratio | Type | ||||||||||||||||||
| Cacnea |
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| Abilities: Sand Veil - Water Absorb (Hidden Ability) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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Sand Veil: Raises the Pokémon’s evasion during a sandstorm by one level. Hidden Ability (Available): Water Absorb: The Pokémon heals up to 1/4 of it’s maximum Hit Points when hit with Water-type moves. |
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| Classification | Height | Weight | Capture Rate | Base Egg Steps | ||||||||||||||||||
| Cactus Pokémon | 1’04” 0.4m |
113.1lbs 51.3kg |
190 | 5,120 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Experience Growth | Base Happiness | Effort Values Earned | Flee Flag | Entree Forest Level | ||||||||||||||||||
| 1,059,860 Points Medium Slow |
35 | 1 Sp. Attack Point(s) |
11 | Level 10 | ||||||||||||||||||
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| *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 | ||||
 Sticky Barb - 5% |
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| Evolutionary Chain | |||
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| Locations | ||
| Black | None. PokéTransfer or Dream World | |
| White | None. PokéTransfer or Dream World | |
| Black 2 | Breed Cacnea | |
| White 2 | Breed Cacnea | |
| Dream World | Rugged Mountain - Beginning | Details |
| Trainer Locations | Details | |
| Flavor Text | ||
| Black | By storing water in its body, this desert dweller can survive for 30 days without water. | |
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| Black 2 | ||
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| Black/White/Black 2/White 2 Level Up | |||||||||
| Level | Attack Name | Type | Cat. | Att. | Acc. | PP | Effect % | ||
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| — | Poison Sting |  |
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15 | 100 | 35 | 30 | ||
| The user stabs the target with a poisonous stinger. This may also poison the target. | |||||||||
| — | Leer |  |
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-- | 100 | 30 | -- | ||
| The opposing team gains an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The opposing team's Defense stats are reduced. | |||||||||
| 5 | Absorb | |
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20 | 100 | 25 | -- | ||
| A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. | |||||||||
| 9 | Growth | |
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-- | -- | 40 | -- | ||
| The user's body grows all at once, raising the Attack and Sp. Atk stats. | |||||||||
| 13 | Leech Seed | |
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-- | 90 | 10 | -- | ||
| A seed is planted on the target. It steals some HP from the target every turn. | |||||||||
| 17 | Sand-attack |  |
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-- | 100 | 15 | -- | ||
| Sand is hurled in the target's face, reducing its accuracy. | |||||||||
| 21 | Pin Missile |  |
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14 | 85 | 20 | -- | ||
| Sharp spikes are shot at the target in rapid succession. They hit two to five times in a row. | |||||||||
| 25 | Ingrain | |
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-- | -- | 20 | -- | ||
| The user lays roots that restore its HP on every turn. Because it is rooted, it can't switch out. | |||||||||
| 29 | Faint Attack |  |
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60 | -- | 20 | -- | ||
| The user approaches the target disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. It hits without fail. | |||||||||
| 33 | Spikes | |
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-- | -- | 20 | -- | ||
| The user lays a trap of spikes at the opposing team's feet. The trap hurts Pokémon that switch into battle. | |||||||||
| 37 | Sucker Punch | |
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80 | 100 | 5 | -- | ||
| This move enables the user to attack first. It fails if the target is not readying an attack, however. | |||||||||
| 41 | Payback | |
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50 | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| If the user moves after the target, this attack's power will be doubled. | |||||||||
| 45 | Needle Arm | |
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60 | 100 | 15 | -- | ||
| The user attacks by wildly swinging its thorny arms. It may also make the target flinch. | |||||||||
| 49 | Cotton Spore | |
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-- | 100 | 40 | -- | ||
| The user releases cotton-like spores that cling to the target, harshly reducing its Speed stat. | |||||||||
| 53 | Sandstorm |  |
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-- | -- | 10 | -- | ||
| A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types. | |||||||||
| 57 | Destiny Bond |  |
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-- | -- | 5 | -- | ||
| When this move is used, if the user faints, the Pokémon that landed the knockout hit also faints. | |||||||||
| TM & HM Attacks | |||||||||
| TM/HM # | Attack Name | Type | Cat. | Att. | Acc. | PP | Effect % | ||
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| TM06 | Toxic | |
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-- | 90 | 10 | -- | ||
| A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn. | |||||||||
| TM09 | Venoshock | |
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65 | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| The user drenches the target in a special poisonous liquid. Its power is doubled if the target is poisoned. | |||||||||
| TM10 | Hidden Power | |
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?? | 100 | 15 | -- | ||
| A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it. | |||||||||
| TM11 | Sunny Day |  |
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-- | -- | 5 | -- | ||
| The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves. | |||||||||
| TM17 | Protect | |
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-- | -- | 10 | -- | ||
| It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession. | |||||||||
| TM21 | Frustration | |
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?? | 100 | 20 | -- | ||
| A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer. | |||||||||
| TM22 | Solarbeam | |
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120 | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| A two-turn attack. The user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the second turn. | |||||||||
| TM27 | Return | |
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?? | 100 | 20 | -- | ||
| A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer. | |||||||||
| TM31 | Brick Break |  |
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75 | 100 | 15 | -- | ||
| The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect. | |||||||||
| TM32 | Double Team | |
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-- | -- | 15 | -- | ||
| By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness. | |||||||||
| TM37 | Sandstorm | |
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-- | -- | 10 | -- | ||
| A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types. | |||||||||
| TM42 | Facade | |
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70 | 100 | 20 | -- | ||
| An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis. | |||||||||
| TM44 | Rest |  |
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-- | -- | 10 | -- | ||
| The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user's HP and heals any status problem. | |||||||||
| TM45 | Attract | |
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-- | 100 | 15 | -- | ||
| If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack. | |||||||||
| TM48 | Round | |
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60 | 100 | 15 | -- | ||
| The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage. | |||||||||
| TM53 | Energy Ball | |
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80 | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| The user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. It may also lower the target's Sp. Def. | |||||||||
| TM56 | Fling | |
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?? | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| The user flings its held item at the target to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item. | |||||||||
| TM66 | Payback | |
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50 | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| If the user moves after the target, this attack's power will be doubled. | |||||||||
| TM70 | Flash | |
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-- | 100 | 20 | -- | ||
| The user flashes a bright light that cuts the target's accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate caves. | |||||||||
| TM75 | Swords Dance | |
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-- | -- | 30 | -- | ||
| A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. It sharply raises the user's Attack stat. | |||||||||
| TM84 | Poison Jab | |
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80 | 100 | 20 | 30 | ||
| The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the target. | |||||||||
| TM86 | Grass Knot | |
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?? | 100 | 20 | -- | ||
| The user snares the target with grass and trips it. The heavier the target, the greater the damage. | |||||||||
| TM87 | Swagger | |
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-- | 90 | 15 | -- | ||
| The user enrages and confuses the target. However, it also sharply raises the target's Attack stat. | |||||||||
| TM90 | Substitute | |
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-- | -- | 10 | -- | ||
| The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user's decoy. | |||||||||
| HM01 | Cut | |
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50 | 95 | 30 | -- | ||
| The target is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees. | |||||||||
| Egg Moves (Details) | ||||||||
| Attack Name | Type | Cat. | Att. | Acc. | PP | Effect % | ||
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| Grasswhistle | |
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-- | 55 | 15 | -- | Details | |
| The user plays a pleasant melody that lulls the target into a deep sleep. | ||||||||
| Acid | |
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40 | 100 | 30 | -- | Details | |
| The opposing team is attacked with a spray of harsh acid. The acid may also lower the targets' Sp. Def stats. | ||||||||
| Teeter Dance | |
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-- | 100 | 20 | -- | Details | |
| The user performs a wobbly dance that confuses the Pokémon around it. | ||||||||
| Dynamicpunch | |
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100 | 50 | 5 | 100 | Details | |
| The user punches the target with full, concentrated power. It confuses the target if it hits. | ||||||||
| Counter | |
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?? | 100 | 20 | -- | Details | |
| A retaliation move that counters any physical attack, inflicting double the damage taken. | ||||||||
| Low Kick | |
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?? | 100 | 20 | -- | Details | |
| A powerful low kick that makes the target fall over. It inflicts greater damage on heavier targets. | ||||||||
| Smellingsalt | |
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60 | 100 | 10 | -- | Details | |
| This attack inflicts double damage on a target with paralysis. It also cures the target's paralysis, however. | ||||||||
| Magical Leaf | |
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60 | -- | 20 | -- | Details | |
| The user scatters curious leaves that chase the target. This attack will not miss. | ||||||||
| Seed Bomb | |
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80 | 100 | 15 | -- | Details | |
| The user slams a barrage of hard-shelled seeds down on the target from above. | ||||||||
| Nasty Plot | |
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-- | -- | 20 | -- | Details | |
| The user stimulates its brain by thinking bad thoughts. It sharply raises the user's Sp. Atk. | ||||||||
| Disable | |
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-- | 100 | 20 | -- | Details | |
| For four turns, this move prevents the target from using the move it last used. | ||||||||
| Block | |
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-- | -- | 5 | -- | Details | |
| The user blocks the target's way with arms spread wide to prevent escape. | ||||||||
| Worry Seed | |
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-- | 100 | 10 | -- | Details | |
| A seed that causes worry is planted on the target. It prevents sleep by making its Ability Insomnia. | ||||||||
| Switcheroo | |
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-- | 100 | 10 | -- | Details | |
| The user trades held items with the target faster than the eye can follow. | ||||||||
| Black 2/White 2 Move Tutor Attacks | ||||||||
| Attack Name | Type | Cat. | Att. | Acc. | PP | Effect % | ||
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| Block |  | | -- | -- | 5 | -- | ||
| The user blocks the target's way with arms spread wide to prevent escape. | ||||||||
| Dark Pulse |  | | 80 | 100 | 15 | -- | ||
| The user releases a horrible aura imbued with dark thoughts. It may also make the target flinch. | ||||||||
| Drain Punch |  | | 75 | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| An energy-draining punch. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. | ||||||||
| Giga Drain |  | | 75 | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. | ||||||||
| Low Kick | | | ?? | 100 | 20 | -- | ||
| A powerful low kick that makes the target fall over. It inflicts greater damage on heavier targets. | ||||||||
| Role Play |  | | -- | -- | 10 | -- | ||
| The user mimics the target completely, copying the target's natural Ability. | ||||||||
| Seed Bomb | | | 80 | 100 | 15 | -- | ||
| The user slams a barrage of hard-shelled seeds down on the target from above. | ||||||||
| Sleep Talk | | | -- | -- | 10 | -- | ||
| While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows. | ||||||||
| Snore | | | 40 | 100 | 15 | -- | ||
| An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch. | ||||||||
| Spite |  | | -- | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it. | ||||||||
| Synthesis | | | -- | -- | 5 | -- | ||
| The user restores its own HP. The amount of HP regained varies with the weather. | ||||||||
| Thunderpunch |  | | 75 | 100 | 15 | 10 | ||
| The target is punched with an electrified fist. It may also leave the target with paralysis. | ||||||||
| Worry Seed | | | -- | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| A seed that causes worry is planted on the target. It prevents sleep by making its Ability Insomnia. | ||||||||
| Special Moves | ||||||||
| Attack Name | Type | Cat. | Att. | Acc. | PP | Effect % | ||
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| Thunderpunch |  | | 75 | 100 | 15 | 10 | ||
| The target is punched with an electrified fist. It may also leave the target with paralysis. | Dream World | |||||||
| Gen III & IV Only Moves (Details) | |||||||||
| Attack Name | Type | Cat. | Att. | Acc. | PP | Effect % | Method | ||
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| Focus Punch | |
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150 | 100 | 20 | -- | Gen IV TM01 | ||
| The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used. | |||||||||
| Bullet Seed | |
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25 | 100 | 30 | -- | Gen IV TM09 | ||
| The user forcefully shoots seeds at the target. Two to five seeds are shot in rapid succession. | |||||||||
| Secret Power | |
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70 | 100 | 20 | 30 | Gen IV TM43 | ||
| The user attacks the target with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user's environment. | |||||||||
| Endure | |
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-- | -- | 10 | -- | Gen IV TM58 | ||
| The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession. | |||||||||
| Captivate | |
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-- | 100 | 20 | -- | Gen IV TM78 | ||
| If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target is charmed into harshly lowering its Sp. Atk stat. | |||||||||
| Natural Gift | |
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?? | 100 | 15 | -- | Gen IV TM83 | ||
| The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power. | |||||||||
| Fury Cutter | |
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20 | 95 | 20 | -- | Move Tutor - PtHGSS | ||
| The target is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession. | |||||||||
| Mud-slap | |
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20 | 100 | 10 | -- | Move Tutor - PtHGSS | ||
| The user hurls mud in the target's face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy. | |||||||||
| Headbutt | |
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70 | 100 | 15 | -- | Move Tutor - HGSS | ||
| The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging straight into the target. It may also make the target flinch. | |||||||||
| Mega Punch | |
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80 | 85 | 20 | -- | Move Tutor - FRLG | ||
| The target is slugged by a punch thrown with muscle-packed power. | |||||||||
| Body Slam | |
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85 | 100 | 15 | 30 | Move Tutor - FRLG | ||
| The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. It may also leave the target with paralysis. | |||||||||
| Double-edge | |
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120 | 100 | 15 | -- | Move Tutor - FRLG | ||
| A reckless, life-risking tackle. It also damages the user by a fairly large amount, however. | |||||||||
| Seismic Toss | |
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?? | 100 | 20 | -- | Move Tutor - FRLG | ||
| The target is thrown using the power of gravity. It inflicts damage equal to the user's level. | |||||||||
| Mimic | |
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-- | -- | 10 | -- | Move Tutor - FRLG | ||
| The user copies the target's last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out. | |||||||||
| Stats | |||||||
| HP | Attack | Defense | Sp. Attack | Sp. Defense | Speed | ||
| Base Stats | 50 | 85 | 40 | 85 | 40 | 35 | |
| Max Stats Hindering Nature |
Lv. 50 | 110 - 157 | 81 - 123 | 40 - 82 | 81 - 123 | 40 - 82 | 36 - 78 |
| Lv. 100 | 210 - 304 | 157 - 242 | 76 - 161 | 157 - 242 | 76 - 161 | 67 - 152 | |
| Max Stats Neutral Nature |
Lv. 50 | 110 - 157 | 90 - 137 | 45 - 92 | 90 - 137 | 45 - 92 | 40 - 87 |
| Lv. 100 | 210 - 304 | 175 - 269 | 85 - 179 | 175 - 269 | 85 - 179 | 75 - 169 | |
| Max Stats Beneficial Nature |
Lv. 50 | 110 - 157 | 99 - 150 | 49 - 101 | 99 - 150 | 49 - 101 | 44 - 95 |
| Lv. 100 | 210 - 304 | 192 - 295 | 93 - 196 | 192 - 295 | 93 - 196 | 82 - 185 | |
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