Nincada
#290 in the Black 2 and White 2 Pokédex • Trainee Pokémon
Nincada
#290 in the Black 2 and White 2 Pokédex • Trainee Pokémon
Stats
Min
Max
HP
31
172
266
Attack
45
85
207
Defense
90
166
306
Sp. Atk
30
58
174
Sp. Def
30
58
174
Speed
40
76
196
Total
266
Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.
Normal
Shiny
Nincada
Trainee Pokémon
Growth
| Pokédexes | - |
|---|---|
| EV yield | 1 Def |
| Catch rate | 255 |
| Base Exp. | 53 |
Eggs
| Egg Groups | |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 (3,840 steps) |
Lore
Pokémon Black 2
It grows underground, sensing its surroundings using antennae instead of its virtually blind eyes.
Pokémon White 2
It grows underground, sensing its surroundings using antennae instead of its virtually blind eyes.
Evolution
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
Nincada #290 | Level 20 |  Ninjask #291 |
Nincada #290 | Shed |  Shedinja #292 |
Moves
| Class | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start | Scratch |  |  Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 | Hard, pointed, and sharp claws rake the target to inflict damage. |
| Start | Harden | |  Status | - | - | 30 | The user stiffens all the muscles in its body to raise its Defense stat. |
| 5 | Leech Life | | Physical | 20 | 100 | 15 | The user drains the target’s blood. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. |
| 9 | Sand Attack | | Status | - | 100 | 15 | Sand is hurled in the target’s face, reducing its accuracy. |
| 14 | Fury Swipes | | Physical | 18 | 80 | 15 | The target is raked with sharp claws or scythes for two to five times in quick succession. |
| 19 | Mind Reader | | Status | - | - | 5 | The user senses the target’s movements with its mind to ensure its next attack does not miss the target. |
| 25 | False Swipe | | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 | A restrained attack that prevents the target from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP. |
| 31 | Mud-Slap | |  Special | 20 | 100 | 10 | The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy. |
| 38 | Metal Claw |  | Physical | 50 | 95 | 35 | The target is raked with steel claws. It may also raise the user’s Attack stat. |
| 45 | Dig | | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 | The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons. |
Machines
| Class | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM01 | Hone Claws |  | Status | - | - | 15 | The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy. |
| TM06 | Toxic |  | Status | - | 90 | 10 | A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn. |
| TM10 | Hidden Power | | Special | 1 | 100 | 15 | A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it. |
| TM11 | Sunny Day |  | Status | - | - | 5 | The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves. |
| TM17 | Protect | | Status | - | - | 10 | It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession. |
| TM21 | Frustration | | Physical | - | 100 | 20 | A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer. |
| TM22 | Solar Beam |  | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 | A two-turn attack. The user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the second turn. |
| TM27 | Return | | Physical | - | 100 | 20 | A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer. |
| TM28 | Dig | | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 | The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons. |
| TM30 | Shadow Ball |  | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 | The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat. |
| TM32 | Double Team | | Status | - | - | 15 | By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness. |
| TM37 | Sandstorm |  | Status | - | - | 10 | A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types. |
| TM40 | Aerial Ace |  | Physical | 60 | - | 20 | The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. The attack lands without fail. |
| TM42 | Facade | | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis. |
| TM44 | Rest |  | Status | - | - | 5 | The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem. |
| TM48 | Round | | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 | The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage. |
| TM54 | False Swipe | | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 | A restrained attack that prevents the target from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP. |
| TM70 | Flash | | Status | - | 100 | 20 | The user flashes a bright light that cuts the target’s accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate caves. |
| TM76 | Struggle Bug | | Special | 30 | 100 | 20 | While resisting, the user attacks the opposing Pokémon. The targets’ Sp. Atk stat is reduced. |
| TM81 | X-Scissor | | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 | The user slashes at the target by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors. |
| TM87 | Swagger | | Status | - | 90 | 15 | The user enrages and confuses the target. However, it also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat. |
| TM90 | Substitute | | Status | - | - | 10 | The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy. |
| HM01 | Cut | | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 | The target is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees. |
Tutors
| Class | Description | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bug Bite | | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 | The user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect. |
| Giga Drain | | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 | A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. |
| Sleep Talk | | Status | - | - | 10 | While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows. |
| Snore | | Special | 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 | | Status | - | 100 | 10 | The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it. |
Breeding
| Class | Description | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bug Bite | | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 | The user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect. |
| Bug Buzz | | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | The user vibrates its wings to generate a damaging sound wave. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat. |
| Endure | | Status | - | - | 10 | The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession. |
| Feint Attack | | Physical | 60 | - | 20 | The user approaches the target disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. It hits without fail. |
| Final Gambit |  | Special | - | 100 | 5 | The user risks everything to attack its target. The user faints but does damage equal to the user’s HP. |
| Gust | | Special | 40 | 100 | 35 | A gust of wind is whipped up by wings and launched at the target to inflict damage. |
| Night Slash | | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 | The user slashes the target the instant an opportunity arises. Critical hits land more easily. |
| Silver Wind | | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 | The target is attacked with powdery scales blown by wind. It may also raise all the user’s stats. |
Traits
Compound Eyes
Ability Slot 1
The Pokémon’s accuracy is boosted.
Increases moves' accuracy to 1.3×.
Run Away(Hidden Ability)
Enables a sure getaway from wild Pokémon.
Ensures success fleeing from wild battles.
