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Pupitar

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Pupitar

#293 in the Black 2 and White 2 Pokédex • Hard Shell Pokémon

Pokédex entries

Pokémon Black 2

This pupa flies around wildly by venting with great force the gas pressurized inside its body.

Pokémon White 2

This pupa flies around wildly by venting with great force the gas pressurized inside its body.

Details

Types

RockGround

Category

Hard Shell Pokémon

Abilities

Height

1.2 m (3'11")

Weight

152 kg (335.1 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0247

Pokédex

#293

Stats

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

Min

Max

HP

70

250

344

Attack

84

155

293

Defense

70

130

262

Sp. Atk

65

121

251

Sp. Def

70

130

262

Speed

51

96

221

Total

410

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.

It's Super Effective

Type-only matchups for Pupitar, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Updated Unova #293
EV yield
2 Atk
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
144

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
40

Evolution

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

Larvitar

#292

Level 30

Pupitar

Pupitar

#293

Pupitar

Pupitar

#293

Level 55

Tyranitar

Tyranitar

#294

Encounters

Known encounter locations for this Pokémon in this game.
Black 2
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Route 15

Walking in dark grass6310%

-

Route 15

Walking in dark grass654%

-

Route 15

Walking in dark grass651%

-

Route 15

Walking in tall grass or a cave5510%

-

Route 15

Walking in tall grass or a cave574%

-

Route 15

Walking in tall grass or a cave571%

-

White 2
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Route 15

Walking in dark grass6310%

-

Route 15

Walking in dark grass654%

-

Route 15

Walking in dark grass651%

-

Route 15

Walking in tall grass or a cave5510%

-

Route 15

Walking in tall grass or a cave574%

-

Route 15

Walking in tall grass or a cave571%

-

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartLeerNormalStatus-10030

The user gains an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The opposing team’s Defense stats are reduced.

StartBiteDarkPhysical6010025

The target is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. It may make the target flinch.

StartScreechNormalStatus-8540

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

StartSandstormRockStatus--10

A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types.

5SandstormRockStatus--10

A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types.

10ScreechNormalStatus-8540

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

14Chip AwayNormalPhysical7010020

Looking for an opening, the user strikes continually. The target’s stat changes don’t affect this attack’s damage.

19Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the opposing team to inflict damage. It may also make the targets flinch.

23Scary FaceNormalStatus-10010

The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly reduce its Speed stat.

28ThrashNormalPhysical12010010

The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. It then becomes confused, however.

34Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

The user releases a horrible aura imbued with dark thoughts. It may also make the target flinch.

41PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

If the user moves after the target, this attack’s power will be doubled.

47CrunchDarkPhysical8010015

The user crunches up the target with sharp fangs. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

54EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that strikes those around it.

60Stone EdgeRockPhysical100805

The user stabs the foe with sharpened stones from below. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

67Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2.
Class
Description
TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

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

TM10Hidden Power

Varies

Special30–7010015

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.

TM12TauntDarkStatus-10020

The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

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

TM18Rain DanceWaterStatus--5

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM23Smack DownRockPhysical5010015

The user throws a stone or projectile to attack an opponent. A flying Pokémon will fall to the ground when hit.

TM26EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that strikes those around it.

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.

TM37SandstormRockStatus--10

A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types.

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical508010

Boulders are hurled at the target. It also lowers the target’s Speed by preventing its movement.

TM41TormentDarkStatus-10015

The user torments and enrages the target, making it incapable of using the same move twice in a row.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

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

TM44RestPsychicStatus--10

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.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

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

TM66PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

If the user moves after the target, this attack’s power will be doubled.

TM67RetaliateNormalPhysical701005

The user gets revenge for a fainted ally. If an ally fainted in the previous turn, this attack’s damage increases.

TM69Rock PolishRockStatus--20

The user polishes its body to reduce drag. It can sharply raise the Speed stat.

TM71Stone EdgeRockPhysical100805

The user stabs the foe with sharpened stones from below. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

TM78BulldozeGroundPhysical6010020

The user stomps down on the ground and attacks everything in the area. Hit Pokémon’s Speed stat is reduced.

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the opposing team to inflict damage. It may also make the targets flinch.

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.

TM95SnarlDarkSpecial559515

The user yells as if it is ranting about something, making the targets’ Sp. Atk stat decrease.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

The user releases a horrible aura imbued with dark thoughts. It may also make the target flinch.

Earth PowerGroundSpecial9010010

The user makes the ground under the target erupt with power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

Iron DefenseSteelStatus--15

The user hardens its body’s surface like iron, sharply raising its Defense stat.

Iron HeadSteelPhysical8010015

The user slams the target with its steel-hard head. It may also make the target flinch.

Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

OutrageDragonPhysical12010010

The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. It then becomes confused, however.

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.

SpiteGhostStatus-10010

The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it.

Stealth RockRockStatus--20

The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the opponent’s team. The trap hurts opponents that switch into battle.

SuperpowerFightingPhysical1201005

The user attacks the target with great power. However, it also lowers the user’s Attack and Defense.

UproarNormalSpecial9010010

The user attacks in an uproar for three turns. Over that time, no one can fall asleep.

Learn these before evolving. The source column identifies the original method and level where applicable.
Class
AcquisitionDescription
Ancient PowerRockSpecial601005

Prior evolution: egg

The user attacks with a prehistoric power. It may also raise all the user’s stats at once.

AssuranceDarkPhysical5010010

Prior evolution: egg

If the target has already taken some damage in the same turn, this attack’s power is doubled.

CurseGhostStatus--10

Prior evolution: egg

A move that works differently for the Ghost type than for all other types.

Dragon DanceDragonStatus--20

Prior evolution: egg

The user vigorously performs a mystic, powerful dance that boosts its Attack and Speed stats.

Focus EnergyNormalStatus--30

Prior evolution: egg

The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that critical hits land more easily.

PursuitDarkPhysical4010020

Prior evolution: egg

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

StompNormalPhysical6510020

Prior evolution: egg

The target is stomped with a big foot. It may also make the target flinch.

These moves require the labeled trade, transfer or historical gift route. Individual options do not establish that every combination is legal.
Class
AcquisitionDescription
Body SlamNormalPhysical8510015

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target is charmed into harshly lowering its Sp. Atk stat.

Double-EdgeNormalPhysical12010015

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

A reckless, life-risking tackle. It also damages the user by a fairly large amount, however.

EndureNormalStatus--10

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

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

HeadbuttNormalPhysical7010015

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging straight into the target. It may also make the target flinch.

MimicNormalStatus--10

Generation III → Pal Park → Generation IV → PokéTransfer

The user copies the target’s last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out.

Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

Natural Gift

Varies

Physical-10015

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

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

Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

PokéTransfer from Generation IV

The user attacks the target with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Shed Skin

Ability Slot 1

The Pokémon may heal its own status problems.

Has a 33% chance of curing any major status ailment after each turn.

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