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Heracross

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Heracross

#214 in the National Pokédex • Single Horn Pokémon

Details

Types

BugFighting

Category

Single Horn Pokémon

Height

1.5 m (4'11")

Weight

54 kg (119 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0214

Pokédex

National Dex #214

Stats

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

Min

Max

HP

80

270

364

Attack

125

229

383

Defense

75

139

273

Sp. Atk

40

76

196

Sp. Def

95

175

317

Speed

85

157

295

Total

500

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 Heracross, 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
-
EV yield
2 Atk
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
175

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
25

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
Heracross

Heracross

#214

No evolutions

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartHorn AttackNormalPhysical6510025

The target is jabbed with a sharply pointed horn to inflict damage.

StartTackleNormalPhysical4010035

A physical attack in which the user charges and slams into the target with its whole body.

StartLeerNormalStatus-10030

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

StartEndureNormalStatus--10

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

StartArm ThrustFightingPhysical1510020

The user lets loose a flurry of open-palmed arm thrusts that hit two to five times in a row.

StartBullet SeedGrassPhysical2510030

The user forcefully shoots seeds at the target two to five times in a row.

StartNight SlashDarkPhysical7010015

The user slashes the target the instant an opportunity arises. Critical hits land more easily.

7FeintNormalPhysical3010010

This attack hits a target using a move such as Protect or Detect. This also lifts the effects of those moves.

10Aerial AceFlyingPhysical60-20

The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. This attack never misses.

16Chip AwayNormalPhysical7010020

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

19CounterFightingPhysical-10020

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

25Fury AttackNormalPhysical158520

The target is jabbed repeatedly with a horn or beak two to five times in a row.

28Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

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

31Pin MissileBugPhysical259520

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

34Take DownNormalPhysical908520

A reckless, full-body charge attack for slamming into the target. This also damages the user a little.

37MegahornBugPhysical1208510

Using its tough and impressive horn, the user rams into the target with no letup.

43Close CombatFightingPhysical1201005

The user fights the target up close without guarding itself. This also lowers the user’s Defense and Sp. Def stats.

46ReversalFightingPhysical-10015

An all-out attack that becomes more powerful the less HP the user has.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines in Pokémon Sun and Moon.
Class
Description
TM01Work UpNormalStatus--30

The user is roused, and its Attack and Sp. Atk stats increase.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

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

TM08Bulk UpFightingStatus--20

The user tenses its muscles to bulk up its body, raising both its Attack and Defense stats.

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. It lowers the power of Water-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.

TM18Rain DanceWaterStatus--5

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers the power of Fire-type moves.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM23Smack DownRockPhysical5010015

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

TM26EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

This full-power attack 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.

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical609515

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

TM40Aerial AceFlyingPhysical60-20

The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. This attack never misses.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

This attack move doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--10

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.

TM46ThiefDarkPhysical6010025

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

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round to increase the power of the attack.

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

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

TM54False SwipeNormalPhysical4010040

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

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

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

TM59Brutal SwingDarkPhysical6010020

The user swings its body around violently to inflict damage on everything in its vicinity.

TM65Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

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

TM71Stone EdgeRockPhysical100805

The user stabs the target from below with sharpened stones. Critical hits land more easily.

TM75Swords DanceNormalStatus--20

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

TM78BulldozeGroundPhysical6010020

The user strikes everything around it by stomping down on the ground. This lowers the Speed stat of those hit.

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-8515

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.

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.

Breeding

Moves this Pokémon can inherit through breeding or similar methods.
Class
Description
BideNormalPhysical--10

The user endures attacks for two turns, then strikes back to cause double the damage taken.

Double-EdgeNormalPhysical12010015

A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the user quite a lot.

FlailNormalPhysical-10015

The user flails about aimlessly to attack. The less HP the user has, the greater the move’s power.

Focus PunchFightingPhysical15010020

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

HardenNormalStatus--30

The user stiffens all the muscles in its body to raise its Defense stat.

MegahornBugPhysical1208510

Using its tough and impressive horn, the user rams into the target with no letup.

PursuitDarkPhysical4010020

The power of this attack move is doubled if it’s used on a target that’s switching out of battle.

RevengeFightingPhysical6010010

This attack move’s power is doubled if the user has been hurt by the opponent in the same turn.

Rock BlastRockPhysical259010

The user hurls hard rocks at the target. Two to five rocks are launched in a row.

Seismic TossFightingPhysical-10020

The target is thrown using the power of gravity. It inflicts damage equal to the user’s level.

Imports and compatible Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon trades have separate requirements. Individual options do not guarantee every four-move combination.
Class
Acquisition sourceDescription
Body SlamNormalPhysical8510015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

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

Bug BiteBugPhysical6010020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

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

Bug BiteBugPhysical6010020

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

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

CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

If any opposing Pokémon is the opposite gender of the user, it is charmed, which harshly lowers its Sp. Atk stat.

CurseGhostStatus--10

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

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

CutNormalPhysical509530

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The target is cut with a scythe or claw.

CutNormalPhysical509530

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

The target is cut with a scythe or claw.

DetectFightingStatus--5

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

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

DigGroundPhysical8010010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user burrows, then attacks on the next turn.

Fury CutterBugPhysical409520

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This attack becomes more powerful if it hits in succession.

Fury CutterBugPhysical409520

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This attack becomes more powerful if it hits in succession.

HeadbuttNormalPhysical7010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

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

HeadbuttNormalPhysical7010015

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

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

Helping HandNormalStatus--20

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user assists an ally by boosting the power of that ally’s attack.

Helping HandNormalStatus--20

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user assists an ally by boosting the power of that ally’s attack.

Iron DefenseSteelStatus--15

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

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

Iron DefenseSteelStatus--15

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

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

Knock OffDarkPhysical6510020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user slaps down the target’s held item, and that item can’t be used in that battle. The move does more damage if the target has a held item.

Knock OffDarkPhysical6510020

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user slaps down the target’s held item, and that item can’t be used in that battle. The move does more damage if the target has a held item.

Low KickFightingPhysical-10020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

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

Low KickFightingPhysical-10020

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

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

MimicNormalStatus--10

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

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

Natural GiftNormalPhysical-10015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines the move’s type and power.

RetaliateNormalPhysical701005

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user gets revenge for a fainted ally. If an ally fainted in the previous turn, this move’s power is increased.

Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The additional effects of this attack depend upon where it was used.

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

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

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

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

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

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

StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power.

StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

3DS Virtual Console import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank; Hidden Ability where available

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power.

Struggle BugBugSpecial5010020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

While resisting, the user attacks the opposing Pokémon. This lowers the Sp. Atk stat of those hit.

Throat ChopDarkPhysical8010015

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user attacks the target’s throat, and the resultant suffering prevents the target from using moves that emit sound for two turns.

Vacuum WaveFightingSpecial4010030

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user whirls its fists to send a wave of pure vacuum at the target. This move always goes first.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Swarm

Ability Slot 1

Powers up Bug-type moves when the Pokémon’s HP is low.

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

Guts

Ability Slot 2

It’s so gutsy that having a status condition boosts the Pokémon’s Attack stat.

Increases Attack to 1.5× with a major status ailment.

Moxie(Hidden Ability)

The Pokémon shows moxie, and that boosts the Attack stat after knocking out any Pokémon.

Raises Attack one stage upon KOing a Pokémon.

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