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Kecleon in Pokémon X & Y

#116 in the X and Y Pokédex • Color Swap Pokémon

Kecleon in the National Pokédex

Pokédex entries

Pokémon X

It can freely change its body’s color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn’t change, however.

Pokémon Y

It changes its shading to match its surroundings so it can sneak up on prey. Only its belly patterns stay fixed.

Pokémon details

Type

Normal

Category

Color Swap Pokémon

Height

1 m (3'03")

Weight

22 kg (48.5 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0352

Pokédex

#116

Kecleon in Other Games

National Dex page

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

Min

Max

HP

60

230

324

Attack

90

166

306

Defense

70

130

262

Sp. Atk

60

112

240

Sp. Def

120

220

372

Speed

40

76

196

Total

440

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 Kecleon, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

Weak to

Resists

Kecleon doesn't resist any types.

Immune to

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Central Kalos #116
EV yield
1 SpD
Catch rate
200
Base Exp.
154

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

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

Kecleon

#116

No evolutions

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

Route 6

Road 6

Walking on rough terrain114%

-

Route 6

Road 6

Walking on rough terrain121%

-

Friend Safari

Friend Safari (Normal)

Walking in tall grass or a cave30-

Randomly assigned to Friend Safari Slot 2, 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.

Y
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Route 6

Road 6

Walking on rough terrain114%

-

Route 6

Road 6

Walking on rough terrain121%

-

Friend Safari

Friend Safari (Normal)

Walking in tall grass or a cave30-

Randomly assigned to Friend Safari Slot 2, 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.

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

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

Normal4010035
StartTail Whip

The user wags its tail cutely, making opposing Pokémon less wary and lowering their Defense stat.

Normal-10030
StartLick

The target is licked with a long tongue, causing damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

Ghost3010030
StartThief

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

Dark6010025
StartAncient Power

The user attacks with a prehistoric power. This may also raise all the user’s stats at once.

Rock601005
StartAstonish

The user attacks the target while shouting in a startling fashion. This may also make the target flinch.

Ghost3010015
StartSynchronoise

Using an odd shock wave, the user inflicts damage on any Pokémon of the same type in the area around it.

Psychic12010010
4Bind

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

Normal158520
7Feint Attack

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

Dark60-20
10Fury Swipes

The target is raked with sharp claws or scythes quickly two to five times in a row.

Normal188015
14Feint

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

Normal3010010
18Psybeam

The target is attacked with a peculiar ray. This may also leave the target confused.

Psychic6510020
22Shadow Sneak

The user extends its shadow and attacks the target from behind. This move always goes first.

Ghost4010030
27Slash

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

Normal7010020
32Screech

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

Normal-8540
37Substitute

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

Normal--10
43Sucker Punch

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

Dark801005
49Shadow Claw

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

Ghost7010015
55Ancient Power

The user attacks with a prehistoric power. This may also raise all the user’s stats at once.

Rock601005
58Synchronoise

Using an odd shock wave, the user inflicts damage on any Pokémon of the same type in the area around it.

Psychic12010010

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
TM06Toxic

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

Poison-9010
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
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
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
TM22Solar Beam

A two-turn attack. The user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the next turn.

Grass12010010
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
TM28Dig

The user burrows, then attacks on the next turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

Ground8010010
TM30Shadow Ball

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

Ghost8010015
TM31Brick Break

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

Fighting7510015
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
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
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
TM56Fling

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

Dark-10010
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
TM65Shadow Claw

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

Ghost7010015
TM67Retaliate

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

Normal701005
TM70Flash

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

Normal-10020
TM73Thunder Wave

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

Electric-10020
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
TM86Grass Knot

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

Grass-10020
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
TM92Trick Room

The user creates a bizarre area in which slower Pokémon get to move first for five turns.

Psychic--5
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
TM98Power-Up Punch

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

Fighting4010020
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
Camouflage

The user’s type is changed depending on its environment, such as at water’s edge, in grass, or in a cave.

Normal--20
Disable

For four turns, this move prevents the target from using the move it last used.

Normal-10020
Dizzy Punch

The target is hit with rhythmically launched punches. This may also leave the target confused.

Normal7010010
Fake Out

An attack that hits first and makes the target flinch. It only works the first turn the user is in battle.

Normal4010010
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
Magic Coat

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

Psychic--15
Nasty Plot

The user stimulates its brain by thinking bad thoughts. This sharply raises the user’s Sp. Atk.

Dark--20
Recover

Restoring its own cells, the user restores its own HP by half of its max HP.

Normal--10
Skill Swap

The user employs its psychic power to exchange Abilities with the target.

Psychic--10
Snatch

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

Dark--10
Trick

The user catches the target off guard and swaps its held item with its own.

Psychic-10010

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
After You

The user helps the target and makes it use its move right after the user.

Normal--15

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

After You

The user helps the target and makes it use its move right after the user.

Normal--15

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

Aqua Tail

The user attacks by swinging its tail as if it were a vicious wave in a raging storm.

Water909010

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Aqua Tail

The user attacks by swinging its tail as if it were a vicious wave in a raging storm.

Water909010

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

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

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

Defense Curl

The user curls up to conceal weak spots and raise its Defense stat.

Normal--40

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Double-Edge

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

Normal12010015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Drain Punch

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

Fighting7510010

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Drain Punch

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

Fighting7510010

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

Dynamic Punch

The user punches the target with full, concentrated power. This confuses the target if it hits.

Fighting100505

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

Fire Punch

The target is punched with a fiery fist. This may also leave the target with a burn.

Fire7510015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Fire Punch

The target is punched with a fiery fist. This may also leave the target with a burn.

Fire7510015

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

Focus Punch

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

Fighting15010020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Focus Punch

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

Fighting15010020

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

Ice Punch

The target is punched with an icy fist. This may also leave the target frozen.

Ice7510015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Ice Punch

The target is punched with an icy fist. This may also leave the target frozen.

Ice7510015

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

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

Last Resort

This move can be used only after the user has used all the other moves it knows in the battle.

Normal1401005

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Last Resort

This move can be used only after the user has used all the other moves it knows in the battle.

Normal1401005

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

Low Kick

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

Fighting-10020

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Low Kick

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

Fighting-10020

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

Mega Kick

The target is attacked by a kick launched with muscle-packed power.

Normal120755

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Mega Punch

The target is slugged by a punch thrown with muscle-packed power.

Normal808520

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Metronome

The user waggles a finger and stimulates its brain into randomly using nearly any move.

Normal--10

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

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

Recycle

The user recycles a held item that has been used in battle so it can be used again.

Normal--10

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Recycle

The user recycles a held item that has been used in battle so it can be used again.

Normal--10

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

Reflect Type

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

Normal--15

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

Rollout

The user continually rolls into the target over five turns. It becomes more powerful each time it hits.

Rock309020

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

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

Seismic Toss

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

Fighting-10020

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

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

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

Stealth Rock

The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the opposing team. The trap hurts opposing Pokémon that switch into battle.

Rock--20

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Stealth Rock

The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the opposing team. The trap hurts opposing Pokémon that switch into battle.

Rock--20

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

Thunder Punch

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

Electric7510015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Thunder Punch

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

Electric7510015

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

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

Wonder Room

The user creates a bizarre area in which Pokémon’s Defense and Sp. Def stats are swapped for five turns.

Psychic--10

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Wonder Room

The user creates a bizarre area in which Pokémon’s Defense and Sp. Def stats are swapped for five turns.

Psychic--10

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

Work Up

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

Normal--30

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Color Change

Ability Slot 1

The Pokémon’s type becomes the type of the move used on it.

Changes type to match when hit by a damaging move.

Protean(Hidden Ability)

Changes the Pokémon’s type to the type of the move it’s using.

Changes the bearer's type to match each move it uses.

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