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General | Location | Attacks | Stats | Egg Moves | 5th Gen Dex | 3rd Gen Dex | ![]() |
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| Name | Jp. Name | No. | Gender Ratio | Type | ||||||
| Cacnea | Sabonea サボネア |
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| Ability: Sand Veil | ||||||||||
| Sand Veil: Raises the Pokémon’s evasion during a sandstorm by one level. | ||||||||||
| Classification | Height | Weight | Capture Rate | Base Egg Steps | ||||||
| Cactus Pokémon | 1'04" | 113.1lbs | 190 | 5,120 | ||||||
| Experience Growth | Base Happiness | Effort Values Earned | Colour | Safari Zone Flee Rate | ||||||
| 1,059,860 Points Medium Slow |
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Green | 90 | ||||||
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| Wild Hold Item | Egg Groups | ||||
Sticky Barb - 5% |
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| Evolutionary Chain | |||
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| Flavour Text | |
| Diamond | By storing water in its body, this desert dweller can survive for 30 days without water. |
| Pearl | |
| Platinum | |
| HeartGold | It lives in arid locations. Its yellow flowers bloom once a year. |
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| Location (In-Depth Details) | |||
| Game | Location | ||
| Ruby | Route 111 (Desert) | ||
| Sapphire | Route 111 (Desert) | ||
| Emerald | Route 111 (Desert) | ||
| 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 | Route 228 | Details | |
| Pearl | Route 228 | Details | |
| Platinum | Route 228 | Details | |
| HeartGold | Safari Zone (With Blocks After Levelled Up) | Details | |
| SoulSilver | Safari Zone (With Blocks After Levelled Up) | Details | |
| Diamond/Pearl/Platinum/HeartGold/SoulSilver Level Up | |||||||||
| Level | Attack Name | Type | Cat. | Att. | Acc. | PP | Effect % | ||
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| — | Poison Sting | ![]() | ![]() | 15 | 100 | 35 | 30 | ||
| The foe is stabbed with a poisonous barb of some sort. It may also poison the target. | |||||||||
| — | Leer | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 100 | 30 | -- | ||
| The foe is given an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The target's Defense stat is reduced. | |||||||||
| 5 | Absorb | ![]() | ![]() | 20 | 100 | 25 | -- | ||
| A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. | |||||||||
| 9 | Growth | ![]() | ![]() | -- | -- | 40 | -- | ||
| The user's body is forced to grow all at once. It raises the Sp. Atk stat. | |||||||||
| 13 | Leech Seed | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 90 | 10 | -- | ||
| A seed is planted on the foe. It steals some HP from the foe to heal the user on every turn. | |||||||||
| 17 | Sand-attack | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 100 | 15 | -- | ||
| Sand is hurled in the foe's face, reducing its accuracy. | |||||||||
| 21 | Pin Missile | ![]() | ![]() | 14 | 85 | 20 | -- | ||
| Sharp pins are shot at the foe in rapid succession. They hit two to five times in a row. | |||||||||
| 25 | Ingrain | ![]() | ![]() | -- | -- | 20 | -- | ||
| The user lays roots that restore HP on every turn. Because it is rooted, it can't switch out. | |||||||||
| 29 | Faint Attack | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | -- | 20 | -- | ||
| The user draws up to the foe disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. It hits without fail. | |||||||||
| 33 | Spikes | ![]() | ![]() | -- | -- | 20 | -- | ||
| The user lays a trap of spikes at the foe's feet. The trap hurts foes that switch into battle. | |||||||||
| 37 | Sucker Punch | ![]() | ![]() | 80 | 100 | 5 | -- | ||
| This move enables the user to attack first. It fails if the foe is not readying an attack, however. | |||||||||
| 41 | Payback | ![]() | ![]() | 50 | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| If the user can use this attack after the foe attacks, its power is doubled. | |||||||||
| 45 | Needle Arm | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 100 | 15 | 30 | ||
| The user attacks by wildly swinging its thorny arms. It may also make the target flinch. | |||||||||
| 49 | Cotton Spore | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 85 | 40 | -- | ||
| The user releases cottonlike spores that cling to the foe, sharply reducing its Speed stat. | |||||||||
| 53 | Sandstorm | ![]() | ![]() | -- | -- | 10 | -- | ||
| A five-turn sand- storm is summoned to hurt all combatant types except Rock, Ground, and Steel. | |||||||||
| 57 | Destiny Bond | ![]() | ![]() | -- | -- | 5 | -- | ||
| When this move is used, if the user faints, the foe that landed the knockout hit also faints. | |||||||||
| TM & HM Attacks | |||||||||
| TM/HM # | Attack Name | Type | Cat. | Att. | Acc. | PP | Effect % | ||
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| TM01 | Focus Punch | ![]() |
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150 | 100 | 20 | -- | ||
| The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used. | |||||||||
| TM06 | Toxic | ![]() |
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-- | 85 | 10 | -- | ||
| A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn. | |||||||||
| TM09 | Bullet Seed | ![]() |
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10 | 100 | 30 | -- | ||
| The user forcefully shoots seeds at the foe. Two to five seeds are shot in rapid succession. | |||||||||
| 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. | |||||||||
| TM19 | Giga Drain | ![]() |
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60 | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. | |||||||||
| 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 tough fists, etc. 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 sand- storm is summoned to hurt all combatant types except Rock, Ground, and Steel. | |||||||||
| TM42 | Facade | ![]() |
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70 | 100 | 20 | -- | ||
| An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, paralyzed, or has a burn. | |||||||||
| TM43 | Secret Power | ![]() |
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70 | 100 | 20 | 30 | ||
| The user attacks with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user's environment. | |||||||||
| 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 foe becomes infatuated and less likely to attack. | |||||||||
| TM53 | Energy Ball | ![]() |
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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. | |||||||||
| TM56 | Fling | ![]() |
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?? | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| The user flings its held item at the foe to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item. | |||||||||
| TM58 | Endure | ![]() |
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-- | -- | 10 | -- | ||
| The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession. | |||||||||
| TM60 | Drain Punch | ![]() |
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60 | 100 | 5 | -- | ||
| An energy-draining punch. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. | |||||||||
| TM66 | Payback | ![]() |
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50 | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| If the user can use this attack after the foe attacks, its power is doubled. | |||||||||
| TM70 | Flash | ![]() |
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-- | 100 | 20 | -- | ||
| The user flashes a light that cuts the foe'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. | |||||||||
| TM78 | Captivate | ![]() |
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-- | 100 | 20 | -- | ||
| If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe is charmed into sharply lowering its Sp. Atk stat. | |||||||||
| TM79 | Dark Pulse | ![]() |
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80 | 100 | 15 | 20 | ||
| The user releases a horrible aura imbued with dark thoughts. It may also make the target flinch. | |||||||||
| TM82 | Sleep Talk | ![]() |
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-- | -- | 10 | -- | ||
| While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows. | |||||||||
| TM83 | Natural Gift | ![]() |
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?? | 100 | 15 | -- | ||
| The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power. | |||||||||
| TM84 | Poison Jab | ![]() |
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80 | 100 | 20 | 30 | ||
| The foe is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. It may also poison the foe. | |||||||||
| TM86 | Grass Knot | ![]() |
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?? | 100 | 20 | -- | ||
| The user snares the foe with grass and trips it. The heavier the foe, the greater the damage. | |||||||||
| TM87 | Swagger | ![]() |
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-- | 90 | 15 | -- | ||
| The user enrages the foe into confusion. However, it also sharply raises the foe'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 foe is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees. | |||||||||
| Platinum/HeartGold/SoulSilver Move Tutor Attacks | ||||||||
| Attack Name | Type | Cat. | Att. | Acc. | PP | Effect % | ||
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| Fury Cutter | ![]() |
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10 | 95 | 20 | -- | ||
| The foe is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession. | ||||||||
| Sucker Punch | ![]() |
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80 | 100 | 5 | -- | ||
| This move enables the user to attack first. It fails if the foe is not readying an attack, however. | ||||||||
| Thunderpunch | ![]() |
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75 | 100 | 15 | 10 | ||
| The foe is punched with an electrified fist. It may leave the target with paralysis. | ||||||||
| Snore | ![]() |
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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. | ||||||||
| Spite | ![]() |
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-- | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| The user looses its grudge on the move last used by the foe by cutting 4 PP from it. | ||||||||
| Synthesis | ![]() |
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-- | -- | 5 | -- | ||
| The user restores its own HP. The amount of HP regained varies with the weather. | ||||||||
| Mud-slap | ![]() |
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20 | 100 | 10 | 100 | ||
| The user hurls mud in the foe's face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy. | ||||||||
| Seed Bomb | ![]() |
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80 | 100 | 15 | -- | ||
| The user slams a barrage of hard- shelled seeds down on the foe from above. | ||||||||
| HeartGold/SoulSilver Move Tutor Attacks | ||||||||
| Attack Name | Type | Cat. | Att. | Acc. | PP | Effect % | ||
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| Worry Seed | ![]() |
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-- | 100 | 10 | -- | ||
| A seed that causes worry is planted on the foe. It prevents sleep by making its ability Insomnia. | ||||||||
| Role Play | ![]() |
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-- | -- | 10 | -- | ||
| The user mimics the foe completely, copying the foe's natural ability. | ||||||||
| Low Kick | ![]() |
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?? | 100 | 20 | -- | ||
| A powerful low kick that makes the foe fall over. It inflicts greater damage on heavier foes. | ||||||||
| Headbutt | ![]() |
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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 Name | Type | Cat. | Att. | Acc. | PP | Effect % | ||
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| Grasswhistle | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 55 | 15 | -- | Details | |
| The user plays a pleasant melody that lulls the foe into a deep sleep. | ||||||||
| Acid | ![]() | ![]() | 40 | 100 | 30 | 10 | Details | |
| The foe is attacked with a spray of harsh acid. It may also lower the target's Sp. Def stat. | ||||||||
| Teeter Dance | ![]() | ![]() | -- | 100 | 20 | -- | Details | |
| The user performs a wobbly dance that confuses all the Pokémon in battle. | ||||||||
| Dynamicpunch | ![]() | ![]() | 100 | 50 | 5 | 100 | Details | |
| The foe is punched with the user's full, concentrated power. It confuses the foe if it hits. | ||||||||
| Counter | ![]() | ![]() | ?? | 100 | 20 | -- | Details | |
| A retaliation move that counters any physical attack, inflicting double the damage taken. | ||||||||
| Low Kick | ![]() | ![]() | ?? | 100 | 20 | -- | Details | |
| A powerful low kick that makes the foe fall over. It inflicts greater damage on heavier foes. | ||||||||
| Smellingsalt | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 100 | 10 | -- | Details | |
| This attack inflicts double damage on a paralyzed foe. It also cures the foe's paralysis, however. | ||||||||
| Magical Leaf | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | -- | 20 | -- | Details | |
| The user scatters curious leaves that chase the foe. This attack will not miss. | ||||||||
| Seed Bomb | ![]() | ![]() | 80 | 100 | 15 | -- | Details | |
| The user slams a barrage of hard- shelled seeds down on the foe from above. | ||||||||
| Nasty Plot - HGSS Only | ![]() | ![]() | -- | -- | 20 | -- | Details | |
| The user stimulates its brain by thinking bad thoughts. It sharply raises the user's Sp. Atk. | ||||||||
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| 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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