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Cacturne

#125 in the Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Pokédex • Scarecrow Pokémon

Omega Ruby

During the daytime, Cacturne remains unmoving so that it does not lose any moisture to the harsh desert sun. This Pokémon becomes active at night when the temperature drops.

Alpha Sapphire

If a traveler is going through a desert in the thick of night, Cacturne will follow in a ragtag group. The Pokémon are biding their time, waiting for the traveler to tire and become incapable of moving.

Pokédexes

New Hoenn #125

Egg Group

GrassHuman-Like

Steps to Hatch

5,120

Effort Values Yielded

1 Atk, 1 SpA

Gender Ratio

50% male / 50% female

Capture Rate

60

Base Experience

166
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Cacnea

Cacnea

#124

Level 32

Cacturne

Cacturne

#125

Cacnea

Swablu

Cacturne normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Cacturne sprite

Shiny

Cacturne

Scarecrow Pokémon

#125
GrassDark

Height

1.3 m

Weight

77.4 kg

Base XP

166

Abilities

Sand VeilWater Absorb

HP

70

Attack

115

Defense

60

Sp. Atk

115

Sp. Def

60

Speed

55

Total

475

Type Chart

Weaknesses

Takes 4× from

Bug

Takes 2× from

FireIceFightingPoisonFlyingFairy

Resistances

Takes 0× from

Psychic

Takes 0.5× from

WaterElectricGrassGroundGhostDark
Sticky BarbSticky Barb
Alpha Sapphire: 5%
Omega Ruby: 5%
Class
Description
StartPoison StingPoisonPhysical1510035

The user stabs the target with a poisonous stinger. This may also poison the target.

StartLeerNormalStatus-10030

The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating leer that lowers the Defense stat.

StartAbsorbGrassSpecial2010025

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

StartGrowthNormalStatus--20

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

StartDestiny BondGhostStatus--5

When this move is used, if the user faints, the Pokémon that landed the knockout hit also faints.

StartRevengeFightingPhysical6010010

An attack move that inflicts double the damage if the user has been hurt by the opponent in the same turn.

4AbsorbGrassSpecial2010025

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

7GrowthNormalStatus--20

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

10Leech SeedGrassStatus-9010

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

13Sand AttackGroundStatus-10015

Sand is hurled in the target’s face, reducing the target’s accuracy.

16Needle ArmGrassPhysical6010015

The user attacks by wildly swinging its thorny arms. This may also make the target flinch.

19Feint AttackDarkPhysical60-20

The user approaches the target disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. This attack never misses.

22IngrainGrassStatus--20

The user lays roots that restore its HP on every turn. Because it is rooted, it can’t switch out.

26PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

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

30SpikesGroundStatus--20

The user lays a trap of spikes at the opposing team’s feet. The trap hurts Pokémon that switch into battle.

32Spiky ShieldGrassStatus--10

In addition to protecting the user from attacks, this move also damages any attacker who makes direct contact.

35Sucker PunchDarkPhysical801005

This move enables the user to attack first. This move fails if the target is not readying an attack.

38Pin MissileBugPhysical259520

Sharp spikes are shot at the target in rapid succession. They hit two to five times in a row.

44Energy BallGrassSpecial9010010

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

49Cotton SporeGrassStatus-10040

The user releases cotton-like spores that cling to the opposing Pokémon, which harshly lowers their Speed stats.

54SandstormRockStatus--10

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

59Destiny BondGhostStatus--5

When this move is used, if the user faints, the Pokémon that landed the knockout hit also faints.

Class
Description
HM01CutNormalPhysical509530

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

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. This can also be used to move heavy boulders.

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. This move’s power is doubled if the target is poisoned.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial6010015

A unique attack that varies in type 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 target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can’t move on the next turn.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

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 next turn.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break barriers, 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.

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. This fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status conditions.

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.

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

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

TM53Energy BallGrassSpecial9010010

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

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move’s power and effects depend on the item.

TM63EmbargoDarkStatus-10015

This move prevents the target from using its held item. Its Trainer is also prevented from using items on it.

TM66PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

The user stores power, then attacks. 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 move becomes more powerful.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can’t move on the next turn.

TM70FlashNormalStatus-10020

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

TM75Swords DanceNormalStatus--20

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

TM84Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. This may also poison the target.

TM86Grass KnotGrassSpecial-10020

The user snares the target with grass and trips it. The heavier the target, the greater the move’s power.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

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

TM88Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

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

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

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

TM94Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

An attack whose additional effects depend upon where it was used. Can also be used to make a Secret Base.

TM96Nature PowerNormalStatus--20

An attack that makes use of nature’s power. Its effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

TM97Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

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

TM98Power-Up PunchFightingPhysical4010020

Striking opponents over and over makes the user’s fists harder. Hitting a target raises the Attack stat.

TM100ConfideNormalStatus--20

The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat.

Class
Description
BlockNormalStatus--5

The user blocks the target’s way with arms spread wide to prevent escape.

Drain PunchFightingPhysical7510010

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

Focus PunchFightingPhysical15010020

The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. This move fails if the user is hit before it is used.

Foul PlayDarkPhysical9510015

The user turns the target’s power against it. The higher the target’s Attack stat, the greater the move’s power.

Giga DrainGrassSpecial7510010

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

Low KickFightingPhysical-10020

A powerful low kick that makes the target fall over. The heavier the target, the greater the move’s power.

Role PlayPsychicStatus--10

The user mimics the target completely, copying the target’s natural Ability.

Seed BombGrassPhysical8010015

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

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

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.

SuperpowerFightingPhysical1201005

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

SynthesisGrassStatus--5

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

Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

The target is punched with an electrified fist. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Worry SeedGrassStatus-10010

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

Sand Veil

Ability Slot 1

Boosts the Pokémon’s evasion in a sandstorm.

Increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

Water Absorb

Hidden Ability

Restores HP if hit by a Water-type move.

Absorbs Water moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.

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Cacturne

Cacturne

#125 in the Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Pokédex • Scarecrow Pokémon

Omega Ruby

During the daytime, Cacturne remains unmoving so that it does not lose any moisture to the harsh desert sun. This Pokémon becomes active at night when the temperature drops.

Alpha Sapphire

If a traveler is going through a desert in the thick of night, Cacturne will follow in a ragtag group. The Pokémon are biding their time, waiting for the traveler to tire and become incapable of moving.

Pokédexes

New Hoenn #125

Egg Group

GrassHuman-Like

Steps to Hatch

5,120

Effort Values Yielded

1 Atk, 1 SpA

Gender Ratio

50% male / 50% female

Capture Rate

60

Base Experience

166
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Cacnea

Cacnea

#124

Level 32

Cacturne

Cacturne

#125

Cacnea

Swablu

Cacturne normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Cacturne sprite

Shiny

Cacturne

Scarecrow Pokémon

#125
GrassDark

Height

1.3 m

Weight

77.4 kg

Base XP

166

Abilities

Sand VeilWater Absorb

HP

70

Attack

115

Defense

60

Sp. Atk

115

Sp. Def

60

Speed

55

Total

475

Type Chart

Weaknesses

Takes 4× from

Bug

Takes 2× from

FireIceFightingPoisonFlyingFairy

Resistances

Takes 0× from

Psychic

Takes 0.5× from

WaterElectricGrassGroundGhostDark
Sticky BarbSticky Barb
Alpha Sapphire: 5%
Omega Ruby: 5%
Class
Description
StartPoison StingPoisonPhysical1510035

The user stabs the target with a poisonous stinger. This may also poison the target.

StartLeerNormalStatus-10030

The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating leer that lowers the Defense stat.

StartAbsorbGrassSpecial2010025

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

StartGrowthNormalStatus--20

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

StartDestiny BondGhostStatus--5

When this move is used, if the user faints, the Pokémon that landed the knockout hit also faints.

StartRevengeFightingPhysical6010010

An attack move that inflicts double the damage if the user has been hurt by the opponent in the same turn.

4AbsorbGrassSpecial2010025

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

7GrowthNormalStatus--20

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

10Leech SeedGrassStatus-9010

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

13Sand AttackGroundStatus-10015

Sand is hurled in the target’s face, reducing the target’s accuracy.

16Needle ArmGrassPhysical6010015

The user attacks by wildly swinging its thorny arms. This may also make the target flinch.

19Feint AttackDarkPhysical60-20

The user approaches the target disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. This attack never misses.

22IngrainGrassStatus--20

The user lays roots that restore its HP on every turn. Because it is rooted, it can’t switch out.

26PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

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

30SpikesGroundStatus--20

The user lays a trap of spikes at the opposing team’s feet. The trap hurts Pokémon that switch into battle.

32Spiky ShieldGrassStatus--10

In addition to protecting the user from attacks, this move also damages any attacker who makes direct contact.

35Sucker PunchDarkPhysical801005

This move enables the user to attack first. This move fails if the target is not readying an attack.

38Pin MissileBugPhysical259520

Sharp spikes are shot at the target in rapid succession. They hit two to five times in a row.

44Energy BallGrassSpecial9010010

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

49Cotton SporeGrassStatus-10040

The user releases cotton-like spores that cling to the opposing Pokémon, which harshly lowers their Speed stats.

54SandstormRockStatus--10

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

59Destiny BondGhostStatus--5

When this move is used, if the user faints, the Pokémon that landed the knockout hit also faints.

Class
Description
HM01CutNormalPhysical509530

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

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. This can also be used to move heavy boulders.

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. This move’s power is doubled if the target is poisoned.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial6010015

A unique attack that varies in type 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 target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can’t move on the next turn.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

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 next turn.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break barriers, 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.

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. This fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status conditions.

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.

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

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

TM53Energy BallGrassSpecial9010010

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

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move’s power and effects depend on the item.

TM63EmbargoDarkStatus-10015

This move prevents the target from using its held item. Its Trainer is also prevented from using items on it.

TM66PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

The user stores power, then attacks. 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 move becomes more powerful.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can’t move on the next turn.

TM70FlashNormalStatus-10020

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

TM75Swords DanceNormalStatus--20

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

TM84Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. This may also poison the target.

TM86Grass KnotGrassSpecial-10020

The user snares the target with grass and trips it. The heavier the target, the greater the move’s power.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

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

TM88Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

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

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

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

TM94Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

An attack whose additional effects depend upon where it was used. Can also be used to make a Secret Base.

TM96Nature PowerNormalStatus--20

An attack that makes use of nature’s power. Its effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

TM97Dark PulseDarkSpecial8010015

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

TM98Power-Up PunchFightingPhysical4010020

Striking opponents over and over makes the user’s fists harder. Hitting a target raises the Attack stat.

TM100ConfideNormalStatus--20

The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat.

Class
Description
BlockNormalStatus--5

The user blocks the target’s way with arms spread wide to prevent escape.

Drain PunchFightingPhysical7510010

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

Focus PunchFightingPhysical15010020

The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. This move fails if the user is hit before it is used.

Foul PlayDarkPhysical9510015

The user turns the target’s power against it. The higher the target’s Attack stat, the greater the move’s power.

Giga DrainGrassSpecial7510010

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

Low KickFightingPhysical-10020

A powerful low kick that makes the target fall over. The heavier the target, the greater the move’s power.

Role PlayPsychicStatus--10

The user mimics the target completely, copying the target’s natural Ability.

Seed BombGrassPhysical8010015

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

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

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.

SuperpowerFightingPhysical1201005

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

SynthesisGrassStatus--5

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

Thunder PunchElectricPhysical7510015

The target is punched with an electrified fist. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Worry SeedGrassStatus-10010

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

Sand Veil

Ability Slot 1

Boosts the Pokémon’s evasion in a sandstorm.

Increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

Water Absorb

Hidden Ability

Restores HP if hit by a Water-type move.

Absorbs Water moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.

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