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Metagross in Pokémon X & Y

#376 in the X and Y Pokédex • Iron Leg Pokémon

Metagross in the National Pokédex
Metagross sprite

Normal

Shiny Metagross sprite

Shiny

Pokédex entries

Pokémon X

With four linked brains, it’s more intelligent than a supercomputer, and it uses calculations to analyze foes.

Pokémon Y

Metang combined to form it. With four brains, it has the intelligence of a supercomputer.

Pokémon details

Types

SteelPsychic

Category

Iron Leg Pokémon

Height

1.6 m (5'03")

Weight

550 kg (1,212.5 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0376

Metagross in Other Games

National Dex page

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

Min

Max

HP

80

270

364

Attack

135

247

405

Defense

130

238

394

Sp. Atk

95

175

317

Sp. Def

90

166

306

Speed

70

130

262

Total

600

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

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
-
EV yield
3 Def
Catch rate
3
Base Exp.
270

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
Genderless
Egg cycles
40

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

Beldum

#374

Level 20

Metang

Metang

#375

Metang

Metang

#375

Level 45

Metagross

Metagross

#376

Items this Pokémon may hold when encountered in the wild.

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
StartTake Down

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

Normal908520
StartConfusion

The target is hit by a weak telekinetic force. This may also confuse the target.

Psychic5010025
StartMetal Claw

The target is raked with steel claws. This may also raise the user’s Attack stat.

Steel509535
StartMagnet Rise

The user levitates using electrically generated magnetism for five turns.

Electric--10
20Confusion

The target is hit by a weak telekinetic force. This may also confuse the target.

Psychic5010025
20Metal Claw

The target is raked with steel claws. This may also raise the user’s Attack stat.

Steel509535
23Pursuit

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

Dark4010020
26Miracle Eye

Enables a Dark-type target to be hit by Psychic-type attacks. This also enables an evasive target to be hit.

Psychic--40
29Zen Headbutt

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

Psychic809015
32Bullet Punch

The user strikes the target with tough punches as fast as bullets. This move always goes first.

Steel4010030
35Scary Face

The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly lower its Speed stat.

Normal-10010
38Agility

The user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. This sharply raises the Speed stat.

Psychic--30
41Psychic

The target is hit by a strong telekinetic force. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

Psychic9010010
44Meteor Mash

The target is hit with a hard punch fired like a meteor. This may also raise the user’s Attack stat.

Steel909010
45Hammer Arm

The user swings and hits with its strong and heavy fist. It lowers the user’s Speed, however.

Fighting1009010
53Iron Defense

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

Steel--15
62Hyper Beam

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

Normal150905

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
TM03Psyshock

The user materializes an odd psychic wave to attack the target. This attack does physical damage.

Psychic8010010
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
TM15Hyper Beam

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

Normal150905
TM16Light Screen

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

Psychic--30
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
TM26Earthquake

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

Ground10010010
TM27Return

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

Normal-10020
TM29Psychic

The target is hit by a strong telekinetic force. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

Psychic9010010
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
TM33Reflect

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

Psychic--20
TM36Sludge Bomb

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

Poison9010010
TM37Sandstorm

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

Rock--10
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
TM48Round

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

Normal6010015
TM64Explosion

The user attacks everything around it by causing a tremendous explosion. The user faints upon using this move.

Normal2501005
TM68Giga Impact

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

Normal150905
TM69Rock Polish

The user polishes its body to reduce drag. This can sharply raise the Speed stat.

Rock--20
TM70Flash

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

Normal-10020
TM74Gyro Ball

The user tackles the target with a high-speed spin. The slower the user compared to the target, the greater the move’s power.

Steel-1005
TM77Psych Up

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

Normal--10
TM78Bulldoze

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

Ground6010020
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
TM91Flash Cannon

The user gathers all its light energy and releases it at once. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.

Steel8010010
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

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
Block

The user blocks the target’s way with arms spread wide to prevent escape.

Normal--5

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Block

The user blocks the target’s way with arms spread wide to prevent escape.

Normal--5

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

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

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

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

Gravity

Gravity is intensified for five turns, making moves involving flying unusable and negating Levitate.

Psychic--5

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Gravity

Gravity is intensified for five turns, making moves involving flying unusable and negating Levitate.

Psychic--5

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

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

Hold Back

The user holds back when it attacks and the target is left with at least 1 HP.

Normal4010040

Historical Beldum event in ORAS; trade to X/Y; retain through evolution

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 Head

The user slams the target with its steel-hard head. This may also make the target flinch.

Steel8010015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Iron Head

The user slams the target with its steel-hard head. This may also make the target flinch.

Steel8010015

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

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

Signal Beam

The user attacks with a sinister beam of light. This may also confuse the target.

Bug7510015

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Signal Beam

The user attacks with a sinister beam of light. This may also confuse the target.

Bug7510015

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

Telekinesis

The user makes the target float with its psychic power. The target is easier to hit for three turns.

Psychic--15

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

Trick

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

Psychic-10010

Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank

Trick

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

Psychic-10010

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

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Clear Body

Ability Slot 1

Prevents other Pokémon from lowering its stats.

Prevents stats from being lowered by other Pokémon.

Light Metal(Hidden Ability)

Halves the Pokémon’s weight.

Halves the Pokémon's weight.

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