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Absol in Pokémon X & Y

#359 in the X and Y Pokédex • Disaster Pokémon

Absol in the National Pokédex

Pokédex entries

Pokémon X

It senses coming disasters and appears before people only to warn them of impending danger.

Pokémon Y

It appears when it senses an impending natural disaster. As a result, it was mistaken as a doom bringer.

Pokémon details

Type

Dark

Category

Disaster Pokémon

Height

1.2 m (3'11")

Weight

47 kg (103.6 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0359

Absol in Other Games

National Dex page

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

Min

Max

HP

65

240

334

Attack

130

238

394

Defense

60

112

240

Sp. Atk

75

139

273

Sp. Def

60

112

240

Speed

75

139

273

Total

465

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.

Type-only matchups for Absol, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

Weak to

Resists

Immune to

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Coastal Kalos #9
EV yield
2 Atk
Catch rate
30
Base Exp.
163

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

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

Absol

#359

No evolutions

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

Route 8

Road 8

Walking in tall grass or a cave1510%

-

Route 8

Road 8

Walking in yellow flowers1310%

-

Route 8

Road 8

Walking in yellow flowers1410%

-

Friend Safari

Friend Safari (Dark)

Walking in tall grass or a cave30-

Randomly assigned to Friend Safari Slot 3, Requires a registered 3DS friend. Each unlocked encounter slot has equal probability: 50% with two slots or approximately 33.3% with three. The candidate depends on that friend’s Safari., Friend must enter the Hall of Fame and meet you in the PSS. Since Nintendo Network closed in April 2024, new third-slot and Hidden Ability unlocks require local play together; earlier online unlocks remain available.

Y
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Route 8

Road 8

Walking in tall grass or a cave1510%

-

Route 8

Road 8

Walking in yellow flowers1310%

-

Route 8

Road 8

Walking in yellow flowers1410%

-

Friend Safari

Friend Safari (Dark)

Walking in tall grass or a cave30-

Randomly assigned to Friend Safari Slot 3, Requires a registered 3DS friend. Each unlocked encounter slot has equal probability: 50% with two slots or approximately 33.3% with three. The candidate depends on that friend’s Safari., Friend must enter the Hall of Fame and meet you in the PSS. Since Nintendo Network closed in April 2024, new third-slot and Hidden Ability unlocks require local play together; earlier online unlocks remain available.

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
StartScratch

Hard, pointed, sharp claws rake the target to inflict damage.

Normal4010035
StartRazor Wind

A two-turn attack. Blades of wind hit opposing Pokémon on the second turn. Critical hits land more easily.

Normal8010010
StartPerish Song

Any Pokémon that hears this song faints in three turns, unless it switches out of battle.

Normal--5
StartDetect

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

Fighting--5
StartTaunt

The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

Dark-10020
StartFeint

An attack that hits a target using Protect or Detect. This also lifts the effects of those moves.

Normal3010010
StartMe First

The user cuts ahead of the target to steal and use the target’s intended move with greater power. This move fails if it isn’t used first.

Normal--20
4Leer

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

Normal-10030
9Quick Attack

The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes it almost invisible. This move always goes first.

Normal4010030
12Pursuit

An attack move that inflicts double damage if used on a target that is switching out of battle.

Dark4010020
17Taunt

The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

Dark-10020
20Bite

The target is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. This may also make the target flinch.

Dark6010025
25Double Team

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

Normal--15
28Slash

The target is attacked with a slash of claws or blades. Critical hits land more easily.

Normal7010020
33Swords Dance

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

Normal--20
36Future Sight

Two turns after this move is used, a hunk of psychic energy attacks the target.

Psychic12010010
41Night Slash

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

Dark7010015
44Detect

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

Fighting--5
47Psycho Cut

The user tears at the target with blades formed by psychic power. Critical hits land more easily.

Psychic7010020
50Sucker Punch

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

Dark801005
57Razor Wind

A two-turn attack. Blades of wind hit opposing Pokémon on the second turn. Critical hits land more easily.

Normal8010010
60Me First

The user cuts ahead of the target to steal and use the target’s intended move with greater power. This move fails if it isn’t used first.

Normal--20
65Perish Song

Any Pokémon that hears this song faints in three turns, unless it switches out of battle.

Normal--5

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines and Hidden Machines in Pokémon X and Y.
Class
TM01Hone Claws

The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.

Dark--15
TM04Calm Mind

The user quietly focuses its mind and calms its spirit to raise its Sp. Atk and Sp. Def stats.

Psychic--20
TM06Toxic

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

Poison-9010
TM07Hail

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

Ice--10
TM10Hidden Power

A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it.

Normal6010015
TM11Sunny Day

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.

Fire--5
TM12Taunt

The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

Dark-10020
TM13Ice Beam

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

Ice9010010
TM14Blizzard

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

Ice110705
TM15Hyper Beam

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can’t move on the next turn.

Normal150905
TM17Protect

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

Normal--10
TM18Rain Dance

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves.

Water--5
TM21Frustration

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

Normal-10020
TM24Thunderbolt

A strong electric blast crashes down on the target. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Electric9010015
TM25Thunder

A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Electric1107010
TM27Return

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

Normal-10020
TM30Shadow Ball

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

Ghost8010015
TM32Double Team

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

Normal--15
TM35Flamethrower

The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.

Fire9010015
TM37Sandstorm

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

Rock--10
TM38Fire Blast

The target is attacked with an intense blast of all-consuming fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.

Fire110855
TM39Rock Tomb

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

Rock609515
TM40Aerial Ace

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

Flying60-20
TM41Torment

The user torments and enrages the target, making it incapable of using the same move twice in a row.

Dark-10015
TM42Facade

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.

Normal7010020
TM44Rest

The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status conditions.

Psychic--10
TM45Attract

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

Normal-10015
TM46Thief

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

Dark6010025
TM48Round

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.

Normal6010015
TM49Echoed Voice

The user attacks the target with an echoing voice. If this move is used every turn, it does greater damage.

Normal4010015
TM54False Swipe

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

Normal4010040
TM57Charge Beam

The user attacks with an electric charge. The user may use any remaining electricity to raise its Sp. Atk stat.

Electric509010
TM59Incinerate

The user attacks opposing Pokémon with fire. If a Pokémon is holding a certain item, such as a Berry, the item becomes burned up and unusable.

Fire6010015
TM61Will-O-Wisp

The user shoots a sinister, bluish-white flame at the target to inflict a burn.

Fire-8515
TM65Shadow Claw

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

Ghost7010015
TM66Payback

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

Dark5010010
TM67Retaliate

The user gets revenge for a fainted ally. If an ally fainted in the previous turn, this move becomes more powerful.

Normal701005
TM68Giga Impact

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

Normal150905
TM70Flash

The user flashes a bright light that cuts the target’s accuracy.

Normal-10020
TM71Stone Edge

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

Rock100805
TM73Thunder Wave

The user launches a weak jolt of electricity that paralyzes the target.

Electric-10020
TM75Swords Dance

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

Normal--20
TM77Psych Up

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

Normal--10
TM80Rock Slide

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

Rock759010
TM81X-Scissor

The user slashes at the target by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.

Bug8010015
TM85Dream Eater

The user eats the dreams of a sleeping target. It absorbs half the damage caused to heal its own HP.

Psychic10010015
TM87Swagger

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

Normal-9015
TM88Sleep Talk

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

Normal--10
TM90Substitute

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

Normal--10
TM94Rock Smash

The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat. This move can also shatter rocks in the field.

Fighting4010015
TM95Snarl

The user yells as if it’s ranting about something, which lowers the Sp. Atk stat of opposing Pokémon.

Dark559515
TM97Dark Pulse

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

Dark8010015
TM100Confide

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

Normal--20
HM01Cut

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

Normal509530
HM04Strength

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

Normal8010015

Moves this Pokémon can inherit through breeding or similar methods.
Class
Assurance

If the target has already taken some damage in the same turn, this attack’s power is doubled.

Dark6010010
Baton Pass

The user switches places with a party Pokémon in waiting and passes along any stat changes.

Normal--40
Curse

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

Ghost--10
Double-Edge

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

Normal12010015
Feint Attack

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

Dark60-20
Hex

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

Ghost6510010
Magic Coat

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

Psychic--15
Me First

The user cuts ahead of the target to steal and use the target’s intended move with greater power. This move fails if it isn’t used first.

Normal--20
Mean Look

The user pins the target with a dark, arresting look. The target becomes unable to flee.

Normal--5
Megahorn

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

Bug1208510
Perish Song

Any Pokémon that hears this song faints in three turns, unless it switches out of battle.

Normal--5
Play Rough

The user plays rough with the target and attacks it. This may also lower the target’s Attack stat.

Fairy909010
Punishment

The more the target has powered up with stat changes, the greater the move’s power.

Dark-1005
Sucker Punch

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

Dark801005
Zen Headbutt

The user focuses its willpower to its head and attacks the target. This may also make the target flinch.

Psychic809015

These require the labeled trade, transfer or breeding route. Generation III/IV imports must first reach Generation V; Virtual Console Pokémon cannot be imported into X/Y. Kyurem must be unfused for transfer. Individual options do not certify every four-move combination.
Class
Acquisition source
Body Slam

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

Normal8510015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Bounce

The user bounces up high, then drops on the target on the second turn. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Flying85855

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Bounce

The user bounces up high, then drops on the target on the second turn. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Flying85855

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Captivate

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

Normal-10020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Counter

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

Fighting-10020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Endure

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

Normal--10

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Foul Play

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

Dark9510015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Foul Play

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

Dark9510015

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Fury Cutter

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

Bug409520

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Headbutt

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

Normal7010015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Icy Wind

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

Ice559515

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Icy Wind

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

Ice559515

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Iron Tail

The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Steel1007515

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Iron Tail

The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Steel1007515

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Knock Off

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.

Dark6510020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Knock Off

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.

Dark6510020

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Mimic

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

Normal--10

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Mud-Slap

The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

Ground2010010

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Natural Gift

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

Normal-10015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Role Play

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

Psychic--10

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Role Play

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

Psychic--10

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Secret Power

The user attacks the target with a secret power. Its additional effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

Normal7010020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Secret Power

The user attacks the target with a secret power. Its additional effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

Normal7010020

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Shock Wave

The user strikes the target with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack never misses.

Electric60-20

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Shock Wave

The user strikes the target with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack never misses.

Electric60-20

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Snatch

The user steals the effects of any attempts to use a healing or stat-changing move.

Dark--10

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Snatch

The user steals the effects of any attempts to use a healing or stat-changing move.

Dark--10

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Snore

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

Normal5010015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Snore

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

Normal5010015

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Spite

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

Ghost-10010

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Spite

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

Ghost-10010

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Superpower

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

Fighting1201005

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Superpower

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

Fighting1201005

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Swift

Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses.

Normal60-20

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Water Pulse

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

Water6010020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Water Pulse

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

Water6010020

Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Pressure

Ability Slot 1

The Pokémon raises opposing Pokémon’s PP usage.

Increases the PP cost of moves targeting the Pokémon by one.

Super Luck

Ability Slot 2

Boosts the critical-hit ratios of moves.

Raises moves' critical hit rates one stage.

Justified(Hidden Ability)

Boosts the Attack stat when it’s hit by a Dark-type move.

Raises Attack one stage upon taking damage from a Dark move.

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