Ninjask
#291 in the National Pokédex • Ninja Pokémon
Details
Types


Category
Height
Weight
National Pokédex
Pokédex
Stats
Min
Max
HP
61
232
326
Attack
90
166
306
Defense
45
85
207
Sp. Atk
50
94
218
Sp. Def
50
94
218
Speed
160
292
460
Total
456
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.
Growth
| Pokédexes | - |
|---|---|
| EV yield | 2 Spe |
| Catch rate | 120 |
| Base Exp. | 160 |
Eggs
| Egg groups | |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 |
Evolution
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
![]() Nincada #290 | Level 20 | ![]() Ninjask #291 |
![]() Nincada #290 | Evolve Nincada at level 20 or higher with an empty party slot and an ordinary Poké Ball in the Bag; one Poké Ball is consumed. | ![]() Shedinja #292 |
Moves
| Class | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evo. | Screech | ![]() | Status | - | 85 | 40 | An earsplitting screech harshly lowers the target’s Defense stat. |
| Evo. | Double Team | ![]() | Status | - | - | 15 | By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness. |
| Evo. | Fury Cutter | ![]() | Physical | 40 | 95 | 20 | The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This attack becomes more powerful if it hits in succession. |
| Start | Scratch | ![]() | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 | Hard, pointed, sharp claws rake the target to inflict damage. |
| Start | Sand Attack | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 15 | Sand is hurled in the target’s face, reducing the target’s accuracy. |
| Start | Absorb | ![]() | Special | 20 | 100 | 25 | A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. |
| Start | Screech | ![]() | Status | - | 85 | 40 | An earsplitting screech harshly lowers the target’s Defense stat. |
| Start | Double Team | ![]() | Status | - | - | 15 | By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness. |
| Start | Harden | ![]() | Status | - | - | 30 | The user stiffens all the muscles in its body to raise its Defense stat. |
| Start | Fury Cutter | ![]() | Physical | 40 | 95 | 20 | The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This attack becomes more powerful if it hits in succession. |
| Start | Bug Bite | ![]() | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 | The user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect. |
| 5 | Absorb | ![]() | Special | 20 | 100 | 25 | A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. |
| 9 | Sand Attack | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 15 | Sand is hurled in the target’s face, reducing the target’s accuracy. |
| 13 | Fury Swipes | ![]() | Physical | 18 | 80 | 15 | The target is raked with sharp claws or scythes quickly two to five times in a row. |
| 17 | Agility | ![]() | Status | - | - | 30 | The user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. This sharply raises the Speed stat. |
| 23 | Slash | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | The target is attacked with a slash of claws or blades. Critical hits land more easily. |
| 29 | Mind Reader | ![]() | Status | - | - | 5 | The user senses the target’s movements with its mind to ensure its next attack does not miss the target. |
| 35 | Baton Pass | ![]() | Status | - | - | 40 | The user switches places with a party Pokémon in waiting and passes along any stat changes. |
| 41 | Swords Dance | ![]() | Status | - | - | 20 | A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat. |
| 47 | X-Scissor | ![]() | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 | The user slashes at the target by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors. |
Machines
| Class | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM06 | Toxic | ![]() | Status | - | 90 | 10 | A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn. |
| TM10 | Hidden Power | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 | A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it. |
| TM11 | Sunny Day | ![]() | Status | - | - | 5 | The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of Water-type moves. |
| TM15 | Hyper Beam | ![]() | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 | The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can’t move on the next turn. |
| TM17 | Protect | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession. |
| TM19 | Roost | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | The user lands and rests its body. It restores the user’s HP by up to half of its max HP. |
| TM21 | Frustration | ![]() | Physical | - | 100 | 20 | This full-power attack grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer. |
| TM22 | Solar Beam | ![]() | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 | In this two-turn attack, the user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the next turn. |
| TM27 | Return | ![]() | Physical | - | 100 | 20 | This full-power attack grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer. |
| TM28 | Leech Life | ![]() | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 | The user drains the target’s blood. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. |
| TM30 | Shadow Ball | ![]() | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 | The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat. |
| TM32 | Double Team | ![]() | Status | - | - | 15 | By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness. |
| TM37 | Sandstorm | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types. It raises the Sp. Def stat of Rock types. |
| TM40 | Aerial Ace | ![]() | Physical | 60 | - | 20 | The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. This attack never misses. |
| TM42 | Facade | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | This attack move doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed. |
| TM44 | Rest | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status conditions. |
| TM45 | Attract | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 15 | If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack. |
| TM46 | Thief | ![]() | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 | The user attacks and steals the target’s held item simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it already holds an item. |
| TM48 | Round | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 | The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round to increase the power of the attack. |
| TM54 | False Swipe | ![]() | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 | A restrained attack that prevents the target from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP. |
| TM68 | Giga Impact | ![]() | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 | The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can’t move on the next turn. |
| TM75 | Swords Dance | ![]() | Status | - | - | 20 | A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat. |
| TM81 | X-Scissor | ![]() | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 | The user slashes at the target by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors. |
| TM87 | Swagger | ![]() | Status | - | 85 | 15 | The user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat. |
| TM88 | Sleep Talk | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows. |
| TM89 | U-turn | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting. |
| TM90 | Substitute | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy. |
| TM100 | Confide | ![]() | Status | - | - | 20 | The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat. |
Tutors
| Class | Description | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bug Bite | ![]() | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 | The user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect. |
| Defog | ![]() | Status | - | - | 15 | A strong wind blows away the target’s barriers such as Reflect or Light Screen. This also lowers the target’s evasiveness. |
| Giga Drain | ![]() | Special | 75 | 100 | 10 | A nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target. |
| Laser Focus | ![]() | Status | - | - | 30 | The user concentrates intensely. The attack on the next turn always results in a critical hit. |
| Snore | ![]() | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 | This attack can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch. |
| Spite | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 10 | The user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it. |
| Uproar | ![]() | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | The user attacks in an uproar for three turns. During that time, no Pokémon can fall asleep. |
| Class | Acquisition source | Description | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bide | ![]() | Physical | - | - | 10 | Nincada — level up; retain through evolution (level 29) | The user endures attacks for two turns, then strikes back to cause double the damage taken. |
| Bug Buzz | ![]() | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | Nincada — breeding; retain through evolution | The user generates a damaging sound wave by vibration. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat. |
| Dig | ![]() | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 | Nincada — level up; retain through evolution (level 37) | The user burrows, then attacks on the next turn. |
| Endure | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | Nincada — breeding; retain through evolution | The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession. |
| Feint Attack | ![]() | Physical | 60 | - | 20 | Nincada — breeding; retain through evolution | The user approaches the target disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. This attack never misses. |
| Final Gambit | ![]() | Special | - | 100 | 5 | Nincada — breeding; retain through evolution | The user risks everything to attack its target. The user faints but does damage equal to its HP. |
| Gust | ![]() | Special | 40 | 100 | 35 | Nincada — breeding; retain through evolution | A gust of wind is whipped up by wings and launched at the target to inflict damage. |
| Metal Claw | ![]() | Physical | 50 | 95 | 35 | Nincada — level up; retain through evolution (level 21) | The target is raked with steel claws. This may also raise the user’s Attack stat. |
| Mud-Slap | ![]() | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 | Nincada — level up; retain through evolution (level 17) | The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy. |
| Night Slash | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 | Nincada — breeding; retain through evolution | The user slashes the target the instant an opportunity arises. Critical hits land more easily. |
| Silver Wind | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 | Nincada — breeding; retain through evolution | The target is attacked with powdery scales blown by the wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats. |
| Class | Acquisition source | Description | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Cutter | ![]() | Special | 60 | 95 | 25 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user launches razor-like wind to slash the opposing Pokémon. Critical hits land more easily. |
| Bide | ![]() | Physical | - | - | 10 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user endures attacks for two turns, then strikes back to cause double the damage taken. |
| Bug Buzz | ![]() | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user generates a damaging sound wave by vibration. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat. |
| Captivate | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and 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. |
| Cut | ![]() | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The target is cut with a scythe or claw. |
| Dig | ![]() | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user burrows, then attacks on the next turn. |
| Double-Edge | ![]() | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the user quite a lot. |
| Endure | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and 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. |
| Feint Attack | ![]() | Physical | 60 | - | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user approaches the target disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. This attack never misses. |
| Final Gambit | ![]() | Special | - | 100 | 5 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user risks everything to attack its target. The user faints but does damage equal to its HP. |
| Flash | ![]() | Status | - | 100 | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user flashes a bright light that cuts the target’s accuracy. |
| Gust | ![]() | Special | 40 | 100 | 35 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | A gust of wind is whipped up by wings and launched at the target to inflict damage. |
| Hone Claws | ![]() | Status | - | - | 15 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy. |
| Metal Claw | ![]() | Physical | 50 | 95 | 35 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The target is raked with steel claws. This may also raise the user’s Attack stat. |
| Mimic | ![]() | Status | - | - | 10 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and 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. |
| Mud-Slap | ![]() | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy. |
| Natural Gift | ![]() | Physical | - | 100 | 15 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and 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. |
| Night Slash | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user slashes the target the instant an opportunity arises. Critical hits land more easily. |
| Ominous Wind | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The user blasts the target with a gust of repulsive wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats at once. |
| Secret Power | ![]() | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The additional effects of this attack depend upon where it was used. |
| Silver Wind | ![]() | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The target is attacked with powdery scales blown by the wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats. |
| String Shot | ![]() | Status | - | 95 | 40 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | The opposing Pokémon are bound with silk blown from the user’s mouth that harshly lowers the Speed stat. |
| Struggle Bug | ![]() | Special | 50 | 100 | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | While resisting, the user attacks the opposing Pokémon. This lowers the Sp. Atk stat of those hit. |
| Swift | ![]() | Special | 60 | - | 20 | Import from compatible Generation III–VI games using the required transfer chain and Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable | Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses. |
Traits
Speed Boost
Ability Slot 1
Its Speed stat is boosted every turn.
Raises Speed one stage after each turn.
Infiltrator(Hidden Ability)
Passes through the opposing Pokémon’s barrier, substitute, and the like and strikes.
Bypasses Reflect, Light Screen, Safeguard, Mist, Aurora Veil and eligible substitutes.











































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