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Grovyle

Grovyle

#253 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Wood Gecko Pokémon

Grovyle

#253 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Wood Gecko Pokémon

Stats

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

Min

Max

HP

50

210

304

Attack

65

121

251

Defense

45

85

207

Sp. Atk

85

157

295

Sp. Def

65

121

251

Speed

95

175

317

Total

405

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.

Treecko

Sceptile

Grovyle normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Grovyle sprite

Shiny

Grovyle

Wood Gecko Pokémon

#253
Grass

Height

0.9 m (2'11")

Weight

21.6 kg (47.6 lbs)

Abilities

Overgrow

It's Super Effective

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

Weak to

Fire

Ice

Poison

Flying

Bug

Resists

Water

0.5×

Electric

0.5×

Grass

0.5×

Ground

0.5×

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
-
EV yield
2 Spe
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
142

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg Groups
MonsterDragon
Gender
87.5% male
12.5% female
Egg cycles
20 (5,120 steps)

Lore

Version-specific Pokédex entries for this Pokémon.
Pokémon HeartGold box art

HeartGold

It leaps from tree branch to tree branch quite swiftly. It shows astounding agility.

Pokémon SoulSilver box art

SoulSilver

It leaps from tree branch to tree branch quite swiftly. It shows astounding agility.

Evolution

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

Treecko

#252

Level 16

Grovyle

Grovyle

#253

Grovyle

Grovyle

#253

Level 36

Sceptile

Sceptile

#254

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartPoundNormalPhysical4010035

The foe is physically pounded with a long tail or a foreleg, etc.

StartLeerNormalStatus-10030

The foe is given an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The target’s Defense stat is reduced.

StartAbsorbGrassSpecial2010025

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

StartQuick AttackNormalPhysical4010030

The user lunges at the foe at a speed that makes it almost invisible. It is sure to strike first.

6AbsorbGrassSpecial2010025

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

11Quick AttackNormalPhysical4010030

The user lunges at the foe at a speed that makes it almost invisible. It is sure to strike first.

16Fury CutterBugPhysical109520

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

17PursuitDarkPhysical4010020

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

23ScreechNormalStatus-8540

An earsplitting screech is emitted to sharply reduce the foe’s Defense stat.

29Leaf BladeGrassPhysical9010015

The foe is slashed with a sharp leaf. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

35AgilityPsychicStatus--30

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

41SlamNormalPhysical807520

The foe is slammed with a long tail, vines, etc., to inflict damage.

47DetectFightingStatus--5

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

53False SwipeNormalPhysical4010040

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

59Leaf StormGrassSpecial140905

A storm of sharp leaves is whipped up. The attack’s recoil sharply reduces the user’s Sp. Atk stat.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver.
Class
Description
TM01Focus PunchFightingPhysical15010020

The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-8510

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

TM09Bullet SeedGrassPhysical1010030

The user forcefully shoots seeds at the foe. Two to five seeds are shot in rapid succession.

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.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

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

TM19Giga DrainGrassSpecial6010010

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

TM20SafeguardNormalStatus--25

The user creates a protective field that prevents status problems for five turns.

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.

TM23Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

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

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 tough fists, etc. 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.

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical508010

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

TM40Aerial AceFlyingPhysical60-20

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

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, paralyzed, or has a burn.

TM43Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

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

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 foe becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM53Energy BallGrassSpecial8010010

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

TM54False SwipeNormalPhysical4010040

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

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the foe to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.

TM58EndureNormalStatus--10

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

TM60Drain PunchFightingPhysical601005

An energy-draining punch. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

TM70FlashNormalStatus-10020

The user flashes a light that cuts the foe’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.

TM78CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

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

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the foe to inflict damage. It may also make the target flinch.

TM81X-ScissorBugPhysical8010015

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

TM82Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

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

TM83Natural GiftNormalPhysical-10015

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

TM86Grass KnotGrassSpecial-10020

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

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages the foe into confusion. However, it also sharply raises the foe’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.

HM01CutNormalPhysical509530

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

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

The foe is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move boulders.

HM06Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user hits with a punch that may lower the target’s Defense. It can also smash cracked boulders.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
EndeavorNormalPhysical-1005

An attack move that cuts down the foe’s HP to equal the user’s HP.

Fury CutterBugPhysical109520

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

HeadbuttNormalPhysical7010015

The user attacks with its head. It may make the foe flinch. To find Pokémon, hit trees.

Low KickFightingPhysical-10020

A powerful low kick that makes the foe fall over. It inflicts greater damage on heavier foes.

Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

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

Seed BombGrassPhysical8010015

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

SnoreNormalSpecial4010015

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

SwiftNormalSpecial60-20

Star-shaped rays are shot at the foe. This attack never misses.

SynthesisGrassStatus--5

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

Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

The foe is punched with an electrified fist. It may leave the target with paralysis.

Worry SeedGrassStatus-10010

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

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Overgrow

Ability Slot 1

Powers up Grass-type moves in a pinch.

Strengthens Grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

#252

Treecko

#254

Sceptile

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