Slaking in Pokémon X & Y
#289 in the X and Y Pokédex • Lazy Pokémon
Slaking in the National PokédexPokédex entries
Pokémon X
The world’s laziest Pokémon. It moves to another spot when there’s no food left within its reach.
Pokémon Y
It is the world’s most slothful Pokémon. However, it can exert horrifying power by releasing pent-up energy all at once.
Pokémon details
Type

Category
Abilities
Height
Weight
National Pokédex
Slaking in Other Games
National Dex pageMin
Max
HP
150
410
504
Attack
160
292
460
Defense
100
184
328
Sp. Atk
95
175
317
Sp. Def
65
121
251
Speed
100
184
328
Total
670
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.
| Pokédexes | - |
|---|---|
| EV yield | 3 HP |
| Catch rate | 45 |
| Base Exp. | 252 |
| Egg groups | |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 |
| Pokémon | Requires | Evolution |
|---|---|---|
![]() Slakoth #287 | Level 18 | ![]() Vigoroth #288 |
![]() Vigoroth #288 | Level 36 | ![]() Slaking #289 |
| Class | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start | Scratch Hard, pointed, sharp claws rake the target to inflict damage. | ![]() | ![]() | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| Start | Encore The user compels the target to keep using only the move it last used for three turns. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 5 |
| Start | Yawn The user lets loose a huge yawn that lulls the target into falling asleep on the next turn. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 10 |
| Start | Slack Off The user slacks off, restoring its own HP by up to half of its max HP. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 10 |
| Start | Hammer Arm The user swings and hits with its strong and heavy fist. It lowers the user’s Speed, however. | ![]() | ![]() | 100 | 90 | 10 |
| Start | Fling The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move’s power and effects depend on the item. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 10 |
| Start | Punishment The more the target has powered up with stat changes, the greater the move’s power. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 5 |
| 7 | Encore The user compels the target to keep using only the move it last used for three turns. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 5 |
| 13 | Slack Off The user slacks off, restoring its own HP by up to half of its max HP. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 10 |
| 19 | Feint Attack The user approaches the target disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. This attack never misses. | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | - | 20 |
| 25 | Amnesia The user temporarily empties its mind to forget its concerns. This sharply raises the user’s Sp. Def stat. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 20 |
| 31 | Covet The user endearingly approaches the target, then steals the target’s held item. | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| 36 | Swagger The user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 90 | 15 |
| 37 | Chip Away Looking for an opening, the user strikes consistently. The target’s stat changes don’t affect this attack’s damage. | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| 43 | Counter A retaliation move that counters any physical attack, inflicting double the damage taken. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 20 |
| 49 | Flail The user flails about aimlessly to attack. The less HP the user has, the greater the move’s power. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 15 |
| 55 | Fling The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move’s power and effects depend on the item. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 10 |
| 61 | Punishment The more the target has powered up with stat changes, the greater the move’s power. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 5 |
| 67 | Hammer Arm The user swings and hits with its strong and heavy fist. It lowers the user’s Speed, however. | ![]() | ![]() | 100 | 90 | 10 |
| Class | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM01 | Hone Claws The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 15 |
| TM05 | Roar The target is scared off, and a different Pokémon is dragged out. In the wild, this ends a battle against a single Pokémon. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 20 |
| TM06 | Toxic A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 90 | 10 |
| TM08 | Bulk Up The user tenses its muscles to bulk up its body, raising both its Attack and Defense stats. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 20 |
| TM10 | Hidden Power A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it. | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| TM11 | Sunny Day The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 5 |
| TM12 | Taunt The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 20 |
| TM13 | Ice Beam The target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. This may also leave the target frozen. | ![]() | ![]() | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| TM14 | Blizzard A howling blizzard is summoned to strike opposing Pokémon. This may also leave the opposing Pokémon frozen. | ![]() | ![]() | 110 | 70 | 5 |
| TM15 | Hyper Beam The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can’t move on the next turn. | ![]() | ![]() | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| TM17 | Protect Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 10 |
| TM18 | Rain Dance The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 5 |
| TM21 | Frustration A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 20 |
| TM22 | Solar Beam A two-turn attack. The user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the next turn. | ![]() | ![]() | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| TM23 | Smack Down The user throws a stone or similar projectile to attack an opponent. A flying Pokémon will fall to the ground when it’s hit. | ![]() | ![]() | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| TM24 | Thunderbolt A strong electric blast crashes down on the target. This may also leave the target with paralysis. | ![]() | ![]() | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| TM25 | Thunder A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis. | ![]() | ![]() | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| TM26 | Earthquake The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it. | ![]() | ![]() | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| TM27 | Return A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 20 |
| TM30 | Shadow Ball The user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat. | ![]() | ![]() | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| TM31 | Brick Break The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect. | ![]() | ![]() | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| TM32 | Double Team By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 15 |
| TM35 | Flamethrower The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. This may also leave the target with a burn. | ![]() | ![]() | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| TM38 | Fire Blast The target is attacked with an intense blast of all-consuming fire. This may also leave the target with a burn. | ![]() | ![]() | 110 | 85 | 5 |
| TM39 | Rock Tomb Boulders are hurled at the target. This also lowers the target’s Speed stat by preventing its movement. | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| TM40 | Aerial Ace The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. This attack never misses. | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | - | 20 |
| TM42 | Facade An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis. | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| TM44 | Rest The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status conditions. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 10 |
| TM45 | Attract If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 15 |
| TM47 | Low Sweep The user makes a swift attack on the target’s legs, which lowers the target’s Speed stat. | ![]() | ![]() | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| TM48 | Round The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage. | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| TM52 | Focus Blast The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def. | ![]() | ![]() | 120 | 70 | 5 |
| TM56 | Fling The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move’s power and effects depend on the item. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 10 |
| TM59 | Incinerate 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| TM60 | Quash The user suppresses the target and makes its move go last. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 15 |
| TM65 | Shadow Claw The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily. | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| TM67 | Retaliate The user gets revenge for a fainted ally. If an ally fainted in the previous turn, this move becomes more powerful. | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 100 | 5 |
| TM68 | Giga Impact The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can’t move on the next turn. | ![]() | ![]() | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| TM78 | Bulldoze The user strikes everything around it by stomping down on the ground. This lowers the Speed stat of those hit. | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| TM80 | Rock Slide Large boulders are hurled at the opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch. | ![]() | ![]() | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| TM87 | Swagger The user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 90 | 15 |
| TM88 | Sleep Talk While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 10 |
| TM90 | Substitute The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 10 |
| TM94 | Rock 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| TM98 | Power-Up Punch Striking opponents over and over makes the user’s fists harder. Hitting a target raises the Attack stat. | ![]() | ![]() | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| TM100 | Confide The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 20 |
| HM01 | Cut The target is cut with a scythe or claw. This can also be used to cut down thin trees. | ![]() | ![]() | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| HM04 | Strength The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. This can also be used to move heavy boulders. | ![]() | ![]() | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| Class | Acquisition source | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| After You The user helps the target and makes it use its move right after the user. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 15 | Slakoth — breeding |
| Body Slam The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. This may also leave the target with paralysis. | ![]() | ![]() | 85 | 100 | 15 | Slakoth — breeding |
| Crush Claw The user slashes the target with hard and sharp claws. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat. | ![]() | ![]() | 75 | 95 | 10 | Slakoth — breeding |
| Curse A move that works differently for the Ghost type than for all other types. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 10 | Slakoth — breeding |
| Endure The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 10 | Vigoroth — level up (level 25) |
| Focus Energy The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that critical hits land more easily. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 30 | Vigoroth — level up (level 1) |
| Focus Punch The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. This move fails if the user is hit before it is used. | ![]() | ![]() | 150 | 100 | 20 | Vigoroth — level up (level 49) |
| Fury Swipes The target is raked with sharp claws or scythes quickly two to five times in a row. | ![]() | ![]() | 18 | 80 | 15 | Vigoroth — level up (level 19) |
| Night Slash The user slashes the target the instant an opportunity arises. Critical hits land more easily. | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 100 | 15 | Slakoth — breeding |
| Pursuit An attack move that inflicts double damage if used on a target that is switching out of battle. | ![]() | ![]() | 40 | 100 | 20 | Slakoth — breeding |
| Reversal An all-out attack that becomes more powerful the less HP the user has. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 15 | Vigoroth — level up (level 1) |
| Slash The target is attacked with a slash of claws or blades. Critical hits land more easily. | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 100 | 20 | Vigoroth — level up (level 31) |
| Snore An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch. | ![]() | ![]() | 50 | 100 | 15 | Slakoth — breeding |
| Tickle The user tickles the target into laughing, reducing its Attack and Defense stats. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 20 | Slakoth — breeding |
| Uproar The user attacks in an uproar for three turns. During that time, no one can fall asleep. | ![]() | ![]() | 90 | 100 | 10 | Vigoroth — level up (level 1) |
| Class | Acquisition source | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| After You The user helps the target and makes it use its move right after the user. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 15 | Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only |
| Block The user blocks the target’s way with arms spread wide to prevent escape. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 85 | 100 | 15 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 20 | Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank |
| Crush Claw The user slashes the target with hard and sharp claws. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat. | ![]() | ![]() | 75 | 95 | 10 | Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank |
| Curse A move that works differently for the Ghost type than for all other types. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 10 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 120 | 100 | 15 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 100 | 50 | 5 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 75 | 100 | 15 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 75 | 100 | 15 | Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only |
| Focus Energy The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that critical hits land more easily. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 30 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 150 | 100 | 20 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 150 | 100 | 20 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 40 | 95 | 20 | Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank |
| Fury Swipes The target is raked with sharp claws or scythes quickly two to five times in a row. | ![]() | ![]() | 18 | 80 | 15 | Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank |
| Gunk Shot The user shoots filthy garbage at the target to attack. This may also poison the target. | ![]() | ![]() | 120 | 80 | 5 | Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank |
| Gunk Shot The user shoots filthy garbage at the target to attack. This may also poison the target. | ![]() | ![]() | 120 | 80 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 100 | 15 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 75 | 100 | 15 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 75 | 100 | 15 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 55 | 95 | 15 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 55 | 95 | 15 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 20 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 20 | Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only |
| Mega Kick The target is attacked by a kick launched with muscle-packed power. | ![]() | ![]() | 120 | 75 | 5 | Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank |
| Mega Punch The target is slugged by a punch thrown with muscle-packed power. | ![]() | ![]() | 80 | 85 | 20 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 20 | 100 | 10 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 15 | Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank |
| Night Slash The user slashes the target the instant an opportunity arises. Critical hits land more easily. | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 100 | 15 | Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank |
| Pursuit An attack move that inflicts double damage if used on a target that is switching out of battle. | ![]() | ![]() | 40 | 100 | 20 | Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank |
| Reversal An all-out attack that becomes more powerful the less HP the user has. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 15 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 100 | 20 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 100 | 20 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | - | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | - | 20 | Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only |
| Slash The target is attacked with a slash of claws or blades. Critical hits land more easily. | ![]() | ![]() | 70 | 100 | 20 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 50 | 100 | 15 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 50 | 100 | 15 | Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only |
| Sucker Punch This move enables the user to attack first. This move fails if the target is not readying an attack. | ![]() | ![]() | 80 | 100 | 5 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 75 | 100 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 75 | 100 | 15 | Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only |
| Tickle The user tickles the target into laughing, reducing its Attack and Defense stats. | ![]() | ![]() | - | 100 | 20 | Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank |
| Uproar The user attacks in an uproar for three turns. During that time, no one can fall asleep. | ![]() | ![]() | 90 | 100 | 10 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 100 | 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. | ![]() | ![]() | 60 | 100 | 20 | Trade from Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire; XY-compatible moves only |
| Work Up The user is roused, and its Attack and Sp. Atk stats increase. | ![]() | ![]() | - | - | 30 | Generation III–V import via Poké Transporter and Pokémon Bank |
Truant
Ability Slot 1
The Pokémon can’t attack on consecutive turns.
Skips every second turn.





















































