Kricketune
Kricketune is a Bug type Pokémon introduced in Generation 4. It is known as the Cricket Pokémon
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Pokédex data
| National № | 402 |
|---|---|
| Type | Bug |
| Species | Cricket Pokémon |
| Height | 1.0 m (3′03″) |
| Weight | 25.5 kg (56.2 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Swarm Technician (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 016 (Diamond/Pearl) 016 (Platinum) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 70 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 134 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Bug |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 15 (3,599–3,855 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 77 | 264 | 358 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Defense | 51 | 96 | 221 | |
| Sp. Atk | 55 | 103 | 229 | |
| Sp. Def | 51 | 96 | 221 | |
| Speed | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Total | 384 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Kricketune changes
- In Generation 4, Kricketune has a base experience yield of 159.
Pokédex entries
| Diamond | It crosses its knifelike arms in front of its chest when it cries. It can compose melodies ad lib. |
|---|---|
| Pearl | It signals its emotions with its melodies. Scientists are studying these melodic patterns. |
| Platinum | There is a village that hosts a contest based on the amazingly variable cries of this Pokémon. |
| HeartGold SoulSilver | By allowing its cry to resonate in the hollow of its belly, it produces a captivating sound. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 | There is a village that hosts a contest based on the amazingly variable cries of this Pokémon. |
| X Omega Ruby | It crosses its knifelike arms in front of its chest when it cries. It can compose melodies ad lib. |
| Y Alpha Sapphire | It signals its emotions with its melodies. Scientists are studying these melodic patterns. |
Moves learned by Kricketune
Moves learnt by level up
Kricketune learns the following moves in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bide | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Fury Cutter | Bug | 40 | 95 | |
| 1 | Growl | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 14 | Absorb | Grass | 20 | 100 | |
| 18 | Sing | Normal | — | 55 | |
| 22 | Focus Energy | Normal | — | — | |
| 26 | Slash | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 30 | X-Scissor | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 34 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 36 | Fell Stinger | Bug | 50 | 100 | |
| 38 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 42 | Night Slash | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 44 | Sticky Web | Bug | — | — | |
| 46 | Bug Buzz | Bug | 90 | 100 | |
| 50 | Perish Song | Normal | — | — |
Moves learnt on evolution
Kricketune learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fury Cutter | Bug | 40 | 95 |
Egg moves
Kricketune does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Move Tutor moves
Kricketune can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bug Bite | Bug | 60 | 100 | |
| Endeavor | Normal | — | 100 | |
| Heal Bell | Normal | — | — | |
| Hyper Voice | Normal | 90 | 100 | |
| Knock Off | Dark | 65 | 100 | |
| Laser Focus | Normal | — | — | |
| Snore | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| Throat Chop | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 |
Pre-evolution moves
These moves can only be learned in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon by a previous evolution of Kricketune. Check the respective Pokédex for the exact details.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bug Bite | Bug | 60 | 100 | Level up | |
| Struggle Bug | Bug | 50 | 100 | Level up |
Moves learnt by TM
Kricketune is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 | Toxic | Poison | — | 90 | |
| 10 | Hidden Power | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 11 | Sunny Day | Fire | — | — | |
| 12 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 15 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 18 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 21 | Frustration | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 27 | Return | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 28 | Leech Life | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 31 | Brick Break | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
| 32 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
| 40 | Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | ∞ | |
| 42 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 44 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 45 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 48 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 49 | Echoed Voice | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 54 | False Swipe | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 68 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 75 | Swords Dance | Normal | — | — | |
| 81 | X-Scissor | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 83 | Infestation | Bug | 20 | 100 | |
| 87 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 88 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 90 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 100 | Confide | Normal | — | — |
Transfer-only moves
Kricketune can only learn these moves in previous generations. It must be taught the moves in the appropriate game and then transferred to Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captivate | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 4 — TM | |
| Endure | Normal | — | — | Generation 4 — TM | |
| Natural Gift | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 4 — TM | |
| Silver Wind | Bug | 60 | 100 | Generation 4 — TM | |
| Mud-Slap | Ground | 20 | 100 | Generation 4 — Move tutor | |
| String Shot | Bug | — | 95 | Generation 4 — Move tutor | |
| Flash | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
| Hone Claws | Dark | — | — | Generation 6 — TM | |
| Power-Up Punch | Fighting | 40 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
| Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
| Secret Power | Normal | 70 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
| Cut | Normal | 50 | 95 | Generation 6 — HM | |
| Strength | Normal | 80 | 100 | Generation 6 — HM |
Moves learnt by level up
Kricketune learns the following moves in Pokémon Sun & Moon at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bide | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Fury Cutter | Bug | 40 | 95 | |
| 1 | Growl | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 14 | Absorb | Grass | 20 | 100 | |
| 18 | Sing | Normal | — | 55 | |
| 22 | Focus Energy | Normal | — | — | |
| 26 | Slash | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 30 | X-Scissor | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 34 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 36 | Fell Stinger | Bug | 50 | 100 | |
| 38 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 42 | Night Slash | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
| 44 | Sticky Web | Bug | — | — | |
| 46 | Bug Buzz | Bug | 90 | 100 | |
| 50 | Perish Song | Normal | — | — |
Moves learnt on evolution
Kricketune learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Sun & Moon (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fury Cutter | Bug | 40 | 95 |
Egg moves
Kricketune does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Sun & Moon.
Pre-evolution moves
These moves can only be learned in Pokémon Sun & Moon by a previous evolution of Kricketune. Check the respective Pokédex for the exact details.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bug Bite | Bug | 60 | 100 | Level up | |
| Struggle Bug | Bug | 50 | 100 | Level up |
Moves learnt by TM
Kricketune is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Sun & Moon:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 | Toxic | Poison | — | 90 | |
| 10 | Hidden Power | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 11 | Sunny Day | Fire | — | — | |
| 12 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 15 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 18 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 21 | Frustration | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 27 | Return | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 28 | Leech Life | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 31 | Brick Break | Fighting | 75 | 100 | |
| 32 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
| 40 | Aerial Ace | Flying | 60 | ∞ | |
| 42 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 44 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 45 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 48 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 49 | Echoed Voice | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 54 | False Swipe | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 68 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 75 | Swords Dance | Normal | — | — | |
| 81 | X-Scissor | Bug | 80 | 100 | |
| 83 | Infestation | Bug | 20 | 100 | |
| 87 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 88 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 90 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 100 | Confide | Normal | — | — |
Transfer-only moves
Kricketune can only learn these moves in previous generations. It must be taught the moves in the appropriate game and then transferred to Pokémon Sun & Moon.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captivate | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 4 — TM | |
| Endure | Normal | — | — | Generation 4 — TM | |
| Natural Gift | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 4 — TM | |
| Silver Wind | Bug | 60 | 100 | Generation 4 — TM | |
| Mud-Slap | Ground | 20 | 100 | Generation 4 — Move tutor | |
| String Shot | Bug | — | 95 | Generation 4 — Move tutor | |
| Flash | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
| Hone Claws | Dark | — | — | Generation 6 — TM | |
| Power-Up Punch | Fighting | 40 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
| Rock Smash | Fighting | 40 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
| Secret Power | Normal | 70 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
| Cut | Normal | 50 | 95 | Generation 6 — HM | |
| Strength | Normal | 80 | 100 | Generation 6 — HM |
Kricketune sprites
| Type | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal |
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— | — |
| Shiny |
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— | — |
Where to find Kricketune
| Diamond Pearl |
Route 206, 210, 212, 214, 215, Trophy Garden, Valor Lakefront |
|---|---|
| Platinum | Route 206, Trophy Garden, Valor Lakefront |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
National Park |
| Black White |
Dreamyard |
| Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Mirage Spots |
| Sun Moon Ultra Sun Ultra Moon Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sword Shield |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Kricketune questions
Other languages
| English | Kricketune |
|---|---|
| Japanese | コロトック (Korotock) |
| German | Zirpeise |
| French | Mélokrik |
Name origin
- cricket
- a species of insect
- tune
- music