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Sceptile

#254 in the X and Y Pokédex • Forest Pokémon

Pokémon X

The leaves that grow on its arms can slice down thick trees. It is without peer in jungle combat.

Pokémon Y

It agilely leaps about the jungle and uses the sharp leaves on its arms to strike its prey.

Pokédexes

-

Egg Group

MonsterDragon

Steps to Hatch

5,120

Effort Values Yielded

3 Spe

Gender Ratio

87.5% male / 12.5% female

Capture Rate

45

Base Experience

239
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Treecko

Treecko

#252

Level 16

Grovyle

Grovyle

#253

Grovyle

Grovyle

#253

Level 36

Sceptile

Sceptile

#254

Grovyle

Torchic

Sceptile normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Sceptile sprite

Shiny

Sceptile

Forest Pokémon

#254
Grass

Height

1.7 m

Weight

52.2 kg

Base XP

239

Abilities

OvergrowUnburden

HP

70

Attack

85

Defense

65

Sp. Atk

105

Sp. Def

85

Speed

120

Total

530

Type Chart

Weaknesses

Takes 2× from

FireIcePoisonFlyingBug

Resistances

Takes 0.5× from

WaterElectricGrassGround
Class
Description
StartPoundNormalPhysical4010035

The target is physically pounded with a long tail, a foreleg, or the like.

StartLeerNormalStatus-10030

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

StartAbsorbGrassSpecial2010025

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

StartQuick AttackNormalPhysical4010030

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

StartNight SlashDarkPhysical7010015

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

StartLeaf StormGrassSpecial130905

The user whips up a storm of leaves around the target. The attack’s recoil harshly lowers the user’s Sp. Atk stat.

6AbsorbGrassSpecial2010025

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

11Quick AttackNormalPhysical4010030

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

16X-ScissorBugPhysical8010015

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

17PursuitDarkPhysical4010020

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

23ScreechNormalStatus-8540

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

29Leaf BladeGrassPhysical9010015

The user handles a sharp leaf like a sword and attacks by cutting its target. Critical hits land more easily.

35AgilityPsychicStatus--30

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

43SlamNormalPhysical807520

The target is slammed with a long tail, vines, or the like to inflict damage.

51DetectFightingStatus--5

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

59False SwipeNormalPhysical4010040

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

67Leaf StormGrassSpecial130905

The user whips up a storm of leaves around the target. The attack’s recoil harshly lowers the user’s Sp. Atk stat.

Class
Description
HM01CutNormalPhysical509530

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

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

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

TM01Hone ClawsDarkStatus--15

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

TM02Dragon ClawDragonPhysical8010015

The user slashes the target with huge, sharp claws.

TM05RoarNormalStatus--20

The target is scared off, and a different Pokémon is dragged out. In the wild, this ends a battle against a single Pokémon.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

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

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial6010015

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

TM11Sunny DayFireStatus--5

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

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.

TM20SafeguardNormalStatus--25

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

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM22Solar BeamGrassSpecial12010010

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

TM26EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

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

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM28DigGroundPhysical8010010

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

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

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

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

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

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical609515

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

TM40Aerial AceFlyingPhysical60-20

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

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

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

TM44RestPsychicStatus--5

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.

TM47Low SweepFightingPhysical6510020

The user makes a swift attack on the target’s legs, which lowers the target’s Speed stat.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

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

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM53Energy BallGrassSpecial9010010

The user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM54False SwipeNormalPhysical4010040

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

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

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

TM62AcrobaticsFlyingPhysical5510015

The user nimbly strikes the target. If the user is not holding an item, this attack inflicts massive damage.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

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

TM70FlashNormalStatus-10020

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

TM75Swords DanceNormalStatus--20

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

TM78BulldozeGroundPhysical6010020

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

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

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

TM81X-ScissorBugPhysical8010015

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

TM86Grass KnotGrassSpecial-10020

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

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

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.

TM94Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

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

TM96Nature PowerNormalStatus--20

An attack that makes use of nature’s power. Its effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

TM98Power-Up PunchFightingPhysical4010020

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

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.

Class
Description
Frenzy PlantGrassSpecial150905

The user slams the target with an enormous tree. The user can’t move on the next turn.

Grass PledgeGrassSpecial8010010

A column of grass hits the target. When used with its water equivalent, its damage increases and a vast swamp appears.

Overgrow

Ability Slot 1

Powers up Grass-type moves when the Pokémon is in trouble.

Strengthens Grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

Unburden

Hidden Ability

Boosts the Speed stat if its held item is used or lost.

Doubles Speed upon using or losing a held item.

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X/Y / Pokédex

Sceptile

Sceptile

#254 in the X and Y Pokédex • Forest Pokémon

Pokémon X

The leaves that grow on its arms can slice down thick trees. It is without peer in jungle combat.

Pokémon Y

It agilely leaps about the jungle and uses the sharp leaves on its arms to strike its prey.

Pokédexes

-

Egg Group

MonsterDragon

Steps to Hatch

5,120

Effort Values Yielded

3 Spe

Gender Ratio

87.5% male / 12.5% female

Capture Rate

45

Base Experience

239
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Treecko

Treecko

#252

Level 16

Grovyle

Grovyle

#253

Grovyle

Grovyle

#253

Level 36

Sceptile

Sceptile

#254

Grovyle

Torchic

Sceptile normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Sceptile sprite

Shiny

Sceptile

Forest Pokémon

#254
Grass

Height

1.7 m

Weight

52.2 kg

Base XP

239

Abilities

OvergrowUnburden

HP

70

Attack

85

Defense

65

Sp. Atk

105

Sp. Def

85

Speed

120

Total

530

Type Chart

Weaknesses

Takes 2× from

FireIcePoisonFlyingBug

Resistances

Takes 0.5× from

WaterElectricGrassGround
Class
Description
StartPoundNormalPhysical4010035

The target is physically pounded with a long tail, a foreleg, or the like.

StartLeerNormalStatus-10030

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

StartAbsorbGrassSpecial2010025

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

StartQuick AttackNormalPhysical4010030

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

StartNight SlashDarkPhysical7010015

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

StartLeaf StormGrassSpecial130905

The user whips up a storm of leaves around the target. The attack’s recoil harshly lowers the user’s Sp. Atk stat.

6AbsorbGrassSpecial2010025

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

11Quick AttackNormalPhysical4010030

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

16X-ScissorBugPhysical8010015

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

17PursuitDarkPhysical4010020

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

23ScreechNormalStatus-8540

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

29Leaf BladeGrassPhysical9010015

The user handles a sharp leaf like a sword and attacks by cutting its target. Critical hits land more easily.

35AgilityPsychicStatus--30

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

43SlamNormalPhysical807520

The target is slammed with a long tail, vines, or the like to inflict damage.

51DetectFightingStatus--5

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

59False SwipeNormalPhysical4010040

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

67Leaf StormGrassSpecial130905

The user whips up a storm of leaves around the target. The attack’s recoil harshly lowers the user’s Sp. Atk stat.

Class
Description
HM01CutNormalPhysical509530

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

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

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

TM01Hone ClawsDarkStatus--15

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

TM02Dragon ClawDragonPhysical8010015

The user slashes the target with huge, sharp claws.

TM05RoarNormalStatus--20

The target is scared off, and a different Pokémon is dragged out. In the wild, this ends a battle against a single Pokémon.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

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

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial6010015

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

TM11Sunny DayFireStatus--5

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

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.

TM20SafeguardNormalStatus--25

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

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM22Solar BeamGrassSpecial12010010

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

TM26EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

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

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

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

TM28DigGroundPhysical8010010

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

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

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

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

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

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical609515

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

TM40Aerial AceFlyingPhysical60-20

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

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

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

TM44RestPsychicStatus--5

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.

TM47Low SweepFightingPhysical6510020

The user makes a swift attack on the target’s legs, which lowers the target’s Speed stat.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

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

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM53Energy BallGrassSpecial9010010

The user draws power from nature and fires it at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM54False SwipeNormalPhysical4010040

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

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

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

TM62AcrobaticsFlyingPhysical5510015

The user nimbly strikes the target. If the user is not holding an item, this attack inflicts massive damage.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

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

TM70FlashNormalStatus-10020

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

TM75Swords DanceNormalStatus--20

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

TM78BulldozeGroundPhysical6010020

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

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

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

TM81X-ScissorBugPhysical8010015

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

TM86Grass KnotGrassSpecial-10020

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

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

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.

TM94Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

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

TM96Nature PowerNormalStatus--20

An attack that makes use of nature’s power. Its effects vary depending on the user’s environment.

TM98Power-Up PunchFightingPhysical4010020

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

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.

Class
Description
Frenzy PlantGrassSpecial150905

The user slams the target with an enormous tree. The user can’t move on the next turn.

Grass PledgeGrassSpecial8010010

A column of grass hits the target. When used with its water equivalent, its damage increases and a vast swamp appears.

Overgrow

Ability Slot 1

Powers up Grass-type moves when the Pokémon is in trouble.

Strengthens Grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less.

Unburden

Hidden Ability

Boosts the Speed stat if its held item is used or lost.

Doubles Speed upon using or losing a held item.

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