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Paras

Paras

#46 in the Black 2 and White 2 Pokédex • Mushroom Pokémon

Paras

#46 in the Black 2 and White 2 Pokédex • Mushroom Pokémon

Stats

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

35

180

274

Attack

70

130

262

Defense

55

103

229

Sp. Atk

45

85

207

Sp. Def

55

103

229

Speed

25

49

163

Total

285

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.

Vileplume

Parasect

Paras normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Paras sprite

Shiny

Paras

Mushroom Pokémon

#46
BugGrass

Height

0.3 m (1'00")

Weight

5.4 kg (11.9 lbs)

Abilities

Effect SporeDry SkinDamp(Hidden Ability)

It's Super Effective

Damage multipliers Paras takes from each attacking type, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance.

Weak to

Fire

Flying

Ice

Poison

Bug

Rock

Resists

Grass

0.25×

Ground

0.25×

Water

0.5×

Electric

0.5×

Fighting

0.5×

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
-
EV yield
1 Atk
Catch rate
190
Base Exp.
57

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg Groups
BugGrass
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
20 (5,120 steps)

Lore

Version-specific Pokédex entries for this Pokémon.
Pokémon Black 2 box art

Pokémon Black 2

Mushrooms named tochukaso grow on its back. They grow along with the host Paras.

Pokémon White 2 box art

Pokémon White 2

Mushrooms named tochukaso grow on its back. They grow along with the host Paras.

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Paras

Paras

#46

Level 24

Parasect

Parasect

#47

Held Items

Items this Pokémon may hold when encountered in the wild.
Balm MushroomBalm Mushroom
Black 2
1%
White 2
1%
Black 2
5%
White 2
5%
Black 2
50%
White 2
50%

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartScratchNormalPhysical4010035

Hard, pointed, and sharp claws rake the target to inflict damage.

6Poison PowderPoisonStatus-7535

The user scatters a cloud of poisonous dust on the target. It may poison the target.

6Stun SporeGrassStatus-7530

The user scatters a cloud of paralyzing powder. It may leave the target with paralysis.

11Leech LifeBugPhysical2010015

The user drains the target’s blood. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

17Fury CutterBugPhysical209520

The target is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.

22SporeGrassStatus-10015

The user scatters bursts of spores that induce sleep.

27SlashNormalPhysical7010020

The target is attacked with a slash of claws or blades. Critical hits land more easily.

33GrowthNormalStatus--40

The user’s body grows all at once, raising the Attack and Sp. Atk stats.

38Giga DrainGrassSpecial7510010

A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

43AromatherapyGrassStatus--5

The user releases a soothing scent that heals all status problems affecting the user’s party.

49Rage PowderBugStatus--20

The user scatters a cloud of irritating powder to draw attention to itself. Opponents aim only at the user.

54X-ScissorBugPhysical8010015

The user slashes at the target by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2.
Class
Description
TM01Hone ClawsDarkStatus--15

The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM09VenoshockPoisonSpecial6510010

The user drenches the target in a special poisonous liquid. Its power is doubled if the target is poisoned.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial110015

A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM11Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.

TM16Light ScreenPsychicStatus--30

A wondrous wall of light is put up to suppress damage from special attacks for five turns.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM22Solar BeamGrassSpecial12010010

A two-turn attack. The user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the second turn.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM28DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM36Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. It may also poison the target.

TM40Aerial AceFlyingPhysical60-20

The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. The attack lands without fail.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--5

The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical4010010

The user attacks and steals the target’s held item simultaneously. It can’t steal if the user holds an item.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.

TM53Energy BallGrassSpecial8010010

The user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM54False SwipeNormalPhysical4010040

A restrained attack that prevents the target from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.

TM70FlashNormalStatus-10020

The user flashes a bright light that cuts the target’s accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate caves.

TM75Swords DanceNormalStatus--30

A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. It sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.

TM76Struggle BugBugSpecial3010020

While resisting, the user attacks the opposing Pokémon. The targets’ Sp. Atk stat is reduced.

TM81X-ScissorBugPhysical8010015

The user slashes at the target by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.

TM86Grass KnotGrassSpecial-10020

The user snares the target with grass and trips it. The heavier the target, the greater the damage.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages and confuses the target. However, it also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

TM94Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user attacks with a punch that can shatter a rock. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

HM01CutNormalPhysical509530

The target is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
After YouNormalStatus--15

The user helps the target and makes it use its move right after the user.

Bug BiteBugPhysical6010020

The user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect.

Giga DrainGrassSpecial7510010

A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

Knock OffDarkPhysical2010020

The user slaps down the target’s held item, preventing that item from being used in the battle.

Seed BombGrassPhysical8010015

The user slams a barrage of hard-shelled seeds down on the target from above.

Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

SnoreNormalSpecial4010015

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

SynthesisGrassStatus--5

The user restores its own HP. The amount of HP regained varies with the weather.

Worry SeedGrassStatus-10010

A seed that causes worry is planted on the target. It prevents sleep by making its Ability Insomnia.

Breeding

Moves this Pokémon can inherit through breeding or similar methods.
Class
Description
AgilityPsychicStatus--30

The user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. It sharply boosts the Speed stat.

Bug BiteBugPhysical6010020

The user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect.

CounterFightingPhysical-10020

A retaliation move that counters any physical attack, inflicting double the damage taken.

Cross PoisonPoisonPhysical7010020

A slashing attack with a poisonous blade that may also leave the target poisoned. Critical hits land more easily.

EndureNormalStatus--10

The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

FlailNormalPhysical-10015

The user flails about aimlessly to attack. It becomes more powerful the less HP the user has.

Leech SeedGrassStatus-9010

A seed is planted on the target. It steals some HP from the target every turn.

Metal ClawSteelPhysical509535

The target is raked with steel claws. It may also raise the user’s Attack stat.

Natural GiftNormalPhysical-10015

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.

PsybeamPsychicSpecial6510020

The target is attacked with a peculiar ray. It may also cause confusion.

PursuitDarkPhysical4010020

An attack move that inflicts double damage if used on a target that is switching out of battle.

ScreechNormalStatus-8540

An earsplitting screech harshly reduces the target’s Defense stat.

Sweet ScentNormalStatus-10020

A sweet scent that lowers the opposing team’s evasiveness. It also lures wild Pokémon if used in grass, etc.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Effect Spore

Ability Slot 1

Contact may poison or cause paralysis or sleep.

Has a 30% chance of inflcting either paralysis, poison, or sleep on attacking Pokémon on contact.

Dry Skin

Ability Slot 2

Reduces HP if it is hot. Water restores HP.

Causes 1/8 max HP in damage each turn during strong sunlight, but heals for 1/8 max HP during rain. Increases damage from Fire moves to 1.25×, but absorbs Water moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.

Damp(Hidden Ability)

Prevents the use of self-destructing moves.

Prevents Self-Destruct, Explosion, and Aftermath from working while the Pokémon is in battle.

#45

Vileplume

#47

Parasect

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