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Shiftry

Shiftry

#275 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Wicked Pokémon

Shiftry

#275 in the HeartGold & SoulSilver Pokédex • Wicked Pokémon

Stats

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

Min

Max

HP

90

290

384

Attack

100

184

328

Defense

60

112

240

Sp. Atk

90

166

306

Sp. Def

60

112

240

Speed

80

148

284

Total

480

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.

Nuzleaf

Taillow

Shiftry normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Shiftry sprite

Shiny

Shiftry

Wicked Pokémon

#275
GrassDark

Height

1.3 m (4'03")

Weight

59.6 kg (131.4 lbs)

Abilities

ChlorophyllEarly Bird

It's Super Effective

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

Weak to

Bug

Fire

Ice

Fighting

Poison

Flying

Resists

Psychic

Water

0.5×

Electric

0.5×

Grass

0.5×

Ground

0.5×

Ghost

0.5×

Dark

0.5×

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
-
EV yield
3 Atk
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
216

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg Groups
FieldGrass
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
15 (3,840 steps)

Lore

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

HeartGold

It lives quietly in the deep forest. It is said to create chilly winter winds with the fans it holds.

Pokémon SoulSilver box art

SoulSilver

It lives quietly in the deep forest. It is said to create chilly winter winds with the fans it holds.

Evolution

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

Seedot

#273

Level 14

Nuzleaf

Nuzleaf

#274

Nuzleaf

Nuzleaf

#274

Leaf StoneUse Leaf Stone
Shiftry

Shiftry

#275

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartWhirlwindNormalStatus-10020

The foe is blown away, to be replaced by another Pokémon in its party. In the wild, the battle ends.

StartRazor LeafGrassPhysical559525

Sharp-edged leaves are launched to slash at the foe. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

StartFeint AttackDarkPhysical60-20

The user draws up to the foe disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. It hits without fail.

StartNasty PlotDarkStatus--20

The user stimulates its brain by thinking bad thoughts. It sharply raises the user’s Sp. Atk.

49Leaf 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
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.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The foe 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.

TM19Giga DrainGrassSpecial6010010

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

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.

TM30Shadow BallGhostSpecial8010015

The user hurls a shadowy blob at the foe. It may also lower the foe’s Sp. Def stat.

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.

TM41TormentDarkStatus-10015

The user torments and enrages the foe, 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, 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.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical4010010

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

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM53Energy BallGrassSpecial8010010

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

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.

TM62Silver WindBugSpecial601005

The foe is attacked with powdery scales blown by wind. It may also raise all the user’s stats.

TM63EmbargoDarkStatus-10015

It prevents the foe from using its held item. Its Trainer is also prevented from using items on it.

TM64ExplosionNormalPhysical2501005

The user explodes to inflict damage on all Pokémon in battle. The user faints upon using this move.

TM66PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

If the user can use this attack after the foe attacks, its power is doubled.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the foe using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.

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.

TM77Psych UpNormalStatus--10

The user hypnotizes itself into copying any stat change made by the foe.

TM78CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

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

TM79Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

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

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
Air CutterFlyingSpecial559525

The user launches razorlike wind to slash the foe. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

BounceFlyingPhysical85855

The user bounces up high, then drops on the foe on the second turn. It may also paralyze the foe.

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.

Icy WindIceSpecial559515

The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. It also lowers the target’s Speed stat.

Knock OffDarkPhysical2010020

The user slaps down the foe’s held item, preventing the item from being used during the battle.

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.

Ominous WindGhostSpecial601005

The user creates a gust of repulsive wind. It may also raise all the user’s stats at once.

RolloutRockPhysical309020

The user continually rolls into the foe over five turns. It becomes stronger each time it hits.

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.

SpiteGhostStatus-10010

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

Sucker PunchDarkPhysical801005

This move enables the user to attack first. It fails if the foe is not readying an attack, however.

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.

TailwindFlyingStatus--30

The user whips up a turbulent whirlwind that ups the Speed of all party Pokémon for three turns.

TwisterDragonSpecial4010020

The user whips up a vicious tornado to tear at the foe. It may also make the foe flinch.

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.

Chlorophyll

Ability Slot 1

Boosts the Pokémon’s Speed in sunshine.

Doubles Speed during strong sunlight.

Early Bird

Ability Slot 2

The Pokémon awakens quickly from sleep.

Makes sleep pass twice as quickly.

#274

Nuzleaf

#276

Taillow

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