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Tentacruel

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Tentacruel

#107 in the Sun & Moon Pokédex • Jellyfish Pokémon

Tentacruel sprite

Normal

Shiny Tentacruel sprite

Shiny

Pokédex entries

Sun

Normally, it has 80 poisonous tentacles. The longer one has been alive, the fewer tentacles it will have.

Moon

Although these Pokémon are rare, when a large outbreak of them occurs, all fish Pokémon disappear from the surrounding sea.

Details

Types

WaterPoison

Category

Jellyfish Pokémon

Height

1.6 m (5'03")

Weight

55 kg (121.3 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0073

Pokédex

#107

Stats

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

Min

Max

HP

80

270

364

Attack

70

130

262

Defense

65

121

251

Sp. Atk

80

148

284

Sp. Def

120

220

372

Speed

100

184

328

Total

515

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 Tentacruel, 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
Alola #107Melemele #107Akala #39Ula'ula #54Poni #56
EV yield
2 SpD
Catch rate
60
Base Exp.
180

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
20

Evolution

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

Tentacool

#106

Level 30

Tentacruel

Tentacruel

#107

Encounters

Known encounter locations for this Pokémon in this game.
Moon
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Poni Wilds

Surfing40-4330%

-

Poni Wilds

SOS ally encounter40-43-

SOS ally of tentacruel; requires a successful call for help., Ally-selection proportions apply after a successful SOS call; they are not the chance of an ordinary encounter or a successful response.

Sun
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Poni Wilds

Surfing40-4330%

-

Poni Wilds

SOS ally encounter40-43-

SOS ally of tentacruel; requires a successful call for help., Ally-selection proportions apply after a successful SOS call; they are not the chance of an ordinary encounter or a successful response.

Held-item rates for this form. Some Pokémon have no wild encounter in Sun/Moon; check their acquisition requirements.
Moon
5%
Sun
5%

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartPoison StingPoisonPhysical1510035

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

StartSupersonicNormalStatus-5520

The user generates odd sound waves from its body that confuse the target.

StartAcidPoisonSpecial4010030

The opposing Pokémon are attacked with a spray of harsh acid. This may also lower their Sp. Def stat.

StartConstrictNormalPhysical1010035

The target is attacked with long, creeping tentacles, vines, or the like. This may also lower the target’s Speed stat.

StartWring OutNormalSpecial-1005

The user powerfully wrings the target. The more HP the target has, the greater the move’s power.

StartReflect TypeNormalStatus--15

The user reflects the target’s type, making it the same type as the target.

4SupersonicNormalStatus-5520

The user generates odd sound waves from its body that confuse the target.

7ConstrictNormalPhysical1010035

The target is attacked with long, creeping tentacles, vines, or the like. This may also lower the target’s Speed stat.

10AcidPoisonSpecial4010030

The opposing Pokémon are attacked with a spray of harsh acid. This may also lower their Sp. Def stat.

13Toxic SpikesPoisonStatus--20

The user lays a trap of poison spikes at the feet of the opposing team. The spikes will poison opposing Pokémon that switch into battle.

16Water PulseWaterSpecial6010020

The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target.

19WrapNormalPhysical159020

A long body, vines, or the like are used to wrap and squeeze the target for four to five turns.

22Acid SprayPoisonSpecial4010020

The user spits fluid that works to melt the target. This harshly lowers the target’s Sp. Def stat.

25Bubble BeamWaterSpecial6510020

A spray of bubbles is forcefully ejected at the target. This may also lower its Speed stat.

28BarrierPsychicStatus--20

The user throws up a sturdy wall that sharply raises its Defense stat.

32Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

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

36BrineWaterSpecial6510010

If the target’s HP is half or less, this attack will hit with double the power.

40ScreechNormalStatus-8540

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

44HexGhostSpecial6510010

This relentless attack does massive damage to a target affected by status conditions.

48Sludge WavePoisonSpecial9510010

The user strikes everything around it by swamping the area with a giant sludge wave. This may also poison those hit.

52Hydro PumpWaterSpecial110805

The target is blasted by a huge volume of water launched under great pressure.

56Wring OutNormalSpecial-1005

The user powerfully wrings the target. The more HP the target has, the greater the move’s power.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines in Pokémon Sun and Moon.
Class
Description
TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

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

TM07HailIceStatus--10

The user summons a hailstorm lasting five turns. It damages all Pokémon except the Ice type.

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.

TM13Ice BeamIceSpecial9010010

The target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. This may also leave the target frozen.

TM14BlizzardIceSpecial110705

A howling blizzard is summoned to strike opposing Pokémon. This may also leave the opposing Pokémon frozen.

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.

TM20SafeguardNormalStatus--25

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

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM34Sludge WavePoisonSpecial9510010

The user strikes everything around it by swamping the area with a giant sludge wave. This may also poison those hit.

TM36Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. This may also poison the target.

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.

TM55ScaldWaterSpecial8010015

The user shoots boiling hot water at its target. This may also leave the target with a burn.

TM66PaybackDarkPhysical5010010

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

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

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

TM75Swords DanceNormalStatus--20

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

TM83InfestationBugSpecial2010020

The target is infested and attacked for four to five turns. The target can’t flee during this time.

TM84Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

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

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.

TM94SurfWaterSpecial9010015

The user attacks everything around it by swamping its surroundings with a giant wave.

TM98WaterfallWaterPhysical8010015

The user charges at the target and may make it flinch.

TM99Dazzling GleamFairySpecial8010010

The user damages opposing Pokémon by emitting a powerful flash.

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.

Learn before evolving and retain the move. Breeding and prior stages have separate requirements.
Class
Acquisition sourceDescription
AcupressureNormalStatus--30

Tentacool — breeding; retain through evolution

The user applies pressure to stress points, sharply boosting one of its or its allies’ stats.

Aqua RingWaterStatus--20

Tentacool — breeding; retain through evolution

The user envelops itself in a veil made of water. It regains some HP every turn.

Aurora BeamIceSpecial6510020

Tentacool — breeding; retain through evolution

The target is hit with a rainbow-colored beam. This may also lower the target’s Attack stat.

BubbleWaterSpecial4010030

Tentacool — breeding; retain through evolution

A spray of countless bubbles is jetted at the opposing Pokémon. This may also lower their Speed stat.

Confuse RayGhostStatus-10010

Tentacool — breeding; retain through evolution

The target is exposed to a sinister ray that triggers confusion.

HazeIceStatus--30

Tentacool — breeding; retain through evolution

The user creates a haze that eliminates every stat change among all the Pokémon engaged in battle.

Knock OffDarkPhysical6510020

Tentacool — breeding; retain through evolution

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.

Mirror CoatPsychicSpecial-10020

Tentacool — breeding; retain through evolution

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

Muddy WaterWaterSpecial908510

Tentacool — breeding; retain through evolution

The user attacks by shooting muddy water at the opposing Pokémon. This may also lower their accuracy.

Rapid SpinNormalPhysical2010040

Tentacool — breeding; retain through evolution

A spin attack that can also eliminate such moves as Bind, Wrap, Leech Seed, and Spikes.

TickleNormalStatus-10020

Tentacool — breeding; retain through evolution

The user tickles the target into laughing, reducing its Attack and Defense stats.

Imports and compatible Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon trades have separate requirements. Individual options do not guarantee every four-move combination.
Class
Acquisition sourceDescription
AcupressureNormalStatus--30

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

The user applies pressure to stress points, sharply boosting one of its or its allies’ stats.

Aqua RingWaterStatus--20

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

The user envelops itself in a veil made of water. It regains some HP every turn.

Aurora BeamIceSpecial6510020

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

The target is hit with a rainbow-colored beam. This may also lower the target’s Attack stat.

Aurora BeamIceSpecial6510020

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

The target is hit with a rainbow-colored beam. This may also lower the target’s Attack stat.

BideNormalPhysical--10

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

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

BindNormalPhysical158520

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

Things such as long bodies or tentacles are used to bind and squeeze the target for four to five turns.

BindNormalPhysical158520

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

Things such as long bodies or tentacles are used to bind and squeeze the target for four to five turns.

BubbleWaterSpecial4010030

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

A spray of countless bubbles is jetted at the opposing Pokémon. This may also lower their Speed stat.

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.

Confuse RayGhostStatus-10010

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

The target is exposed to a sinister ray that triggers confusion.

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.

DiveWaterPhysical8010010

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

Diving on the first turn, the user floats up and attacks on the next turn.

Double-EdgeNormalPhysical12010015

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

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

Double-EdgeNormalPhysical12010015

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

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

EndureNormalStatus--10

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

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

EndureNormalStatus--10

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

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

Giga DrainGrassSpecial7510010

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

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

Giga DrainGrassSpecial7510010

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

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

Giga DrainGrassSpecial7510010

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

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

HazeIceStatus--30

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

The user creates a haze that eliminates every stat change among all the Pokémon engaged in battle.

HazeIceStatus--30

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

The user creates a haze that eliminates every stat change among all the Pokémon engaged in battle.

Icy WindIceSpecial559515

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

The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. This also lowers the opposing Pokémon’s Speed stats.

Icy WindIceSpecial559515

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

The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. This also lowers the opposing Pokémon’s Speed stats.

Icy WindIceSpecial559515

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

The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. This also lowers the opposing Pokémon’s Speed stats.

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.

Magic CoatPsychicStatus--15

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

A barrier reflects back to the target moves like Leech Seed and moves that damage status.

Magic CoatPsychicStatus--15

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

A barrier reflects back to the target moves like Leech Seed and moves that damage status.

Mega DrainGrassSpecial4010015

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

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

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.

MimicNormalStatus--10

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

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

Mirror CoatPsychicSpecial-10020

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

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

Mirror CoatPsychicSpecial-10020

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

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

Muddy WaterWaterSpecial908510

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

The user attacks by shooting muddy water at the opposing Pokémon. This may also lower their accuracy.

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.

RageNormalPhysical2010020

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

As long as this move is in use, the power of rage raises the Attack stat each time the user is hit in battle.

Rapid SpinNormalPhysical2010040

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

A spin attack that can also eliminate such moves as Bind, Wrap, Leech Seed, and Spikes.

Rapid SpinNormalPhysical2010040

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

A spin attack that can also eliminate such moves as Bind, Wrap, Leech Seed, and Spikes.

ReflectPsychicStatus--20

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

A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage from physical attacks for five turns.

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.

Skull BashNormalPhysical13010010

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

The user tucks in its head to raise its Defense stat on the first turn, then rams the target on the next turn.

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.

Take DownNormalPhysical908520

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

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

TickleNormalStatus-10020

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

The user tickles the target into laughing, reducing its Attack and Defense stats.

Water GunWaterSpecial4010025

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

The target is blasted with a forceful shot of water.

WhirlpoolWaterSpecial358515

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

The user traps the target in a violent swirling whirlpool for four to five turns.

WhirlpoolWaterSpecial358515

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

The user traps the target in a violent swirling whirlpool for four to five turns.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Clear Body

Ability Slot 1

Prevents other Pokémon’s moves or Abilities from lowering the Pokémon’s stats.

Prevents stats from being lowered by other Pokémon.

Liquid Ooze

Ability Slot 2

Oozed liquid has strong stench, which damages attackers using any draining move.

HP-draining moves and Leech Seed damage the beneficiary instead of healing it.

Rain Dish(Hidden Ability)

The Pokémon gradually regains HP in rain.

Heals for 1/16 max HP after each turn during rain.

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