Porygon
Porygon is a Normal type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0137 |
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| Type | Normal |
| Species | Virtual Pokémon |
| Height | 0.8 m (2′07″) |
| Weight | 36.5 kg (80.5 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Trace 2. Download Analytic (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0137 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 0215 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0137 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 0192 (Platinum) 0220 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 0217 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 0281 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0137 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 0133 (Legends: Arceus) 0208 (The Isle of Armor) 0129 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Sp. Atk |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 79 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 65 | 240 | 334 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Defense | 70 | 130 | 262 | |
| Sp. Atk | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Sp. Def | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
| Speed | 40 | 76 | 196 | |
| Total | 395 | 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
(trade holding Upgrade)
(trade holding Dubious Disc)
Porygon changes
- In Generation 3, Porygon does not have the Download ability.
- In Generation 1, Porygon has a base Special stat of 75.
- In Generations 1-4, Porygon has a base experience yield of 130.
- In Generations 2-7, Porygon has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Red Blue |
A POKéMON that consists entirely of programming code. Capable of moving freely in cyberspace. |
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| Yellow | The only POKéMON people anticipate can fly into space. None has managed the feat yet, however. |
| Gold | It is a manmade POKéMON. Since it doesn’t breathe, people are eager to try it in any environment. |
| Silver | A manmade POKéMON that came about as a result of research. It is programmed with only basic motions. |
| Crystal | An artificial POKéMON created due to extensive research, it can perform only what is in its program. |
| Ruby Sapphire |
PORYGON is capable of reverting itself entirely back to program data and entering cyberspace. This POKéMON is copy-protected so it cannot be duplicated by copying. |
| FireRed | Using the most advanced technologies, scientists finally succeeded in making the first artificial POKéMON. |
| LeafGreen | A POKéMON that consists entirely of programming code. It is capable of moving freely in cyberspace. |
| Emerald | It is capable of reverting itself entirely back to program data in order to enter cyberspace. A PORYGON is copy-protected so it cannot be duplicated. |
| Diamond Pearl |
The world’s first artificially created Pokémon. It can travel through electronic space. |
| Platinum | A man-made Pokémon created using advanced scientific means. It can move freely in cyberspace. |
| HeartGold | It is a manmade Pokémon. Since it doesn’t breathe, people are eager to try it in any environment. |
| SoulSilver | A manmade Pokémon that came about as a result of research. It is programmed with only basic motions. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
A man-made Pokémon created using advanced scientific means. It can move freely in cyberspace. |
| X | A man-made Pokémon that came about as a result of research. It is programmed with only basic motions. |
| Y | A Pokémon that consists entirely of programming code. It is capable of moving freely in cyberspace. |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Porygon is capable of reverting itself entirely back to program data and entering cyberspace. This Pokémon is copy protected so it cannot be duplicated by copying. |
| Sun | Roughly 20 years ago, it was artificially created, utilizing the latest technology of the time. |
| Moon | It can convert its body into digital data, which enables it to enter cyberspace. |
| Ultra Sun | This Pokémon was created using the cutting-edge science of 20 years ago, so many parts of it have since become obsolete. |
| Ultra Moon | It was built 20 years ago by scientists who dreamed of exploring space. Their dreams have yet to come true. |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
The only Pokémon that people anticipate can fly into space. None has managed the feat yet, however. |
| Sword | State-of-the-art technology was used to create Porygon. It was the first artificial Pokémon to be created via computer programming. |
| Shield | In recent years, this species has been very helpful in cyberspace. These Pokémon will go around checking to make sure no suspicious data exists. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
The world’s first artificially created Pokémon. It can travel through electronic space. |
| Legends: Arceus | It has no discernible heartbeat and does not seem to draw breath, and yet it appears to function without issue. I cannot even begin to explain this utterly bizarre anomaly. |
Moves learned by Porygon
Moves learnt by level up
Porygon does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Porygon does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Porygon cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Porygon learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| 1 | Conversion | Normal | — | — | |
| 1 | Tackle | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 5 | Recycle | Normal | — | — | |
| 10 | Magnet Rise | Electric | — | — | |
| 15 | Thunder Shock | Electric | 40 | 100 | |
| 20 | Psybeam | Psychic | 65 | 100 | |
| 25 | Conversion 2 | Normal | — | — | |
| 30 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 35 | Recover | Normal | — | — | |
| 40 | Discharge | Electric | 80 | 100 | |
| 45 | Tri Attack | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 50 | Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
| 55 | Lock-On | Normal | — | — | |
| 60 | Zap Cannon | Electric | 120 | 50 |
Egg moves
Porygon does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Porygon is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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| 01 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 04 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 07 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 16 | Psybeam | Psychic | 65 | 100 | |
| 18 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 23 | Charge Beam | Electric | 50 | 90 | |
| 25 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 32 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 34 | Icy Wind | Ice | 55 | 95 | |
| 47 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 49 | Sunny Day | Fire | — | — | |
| 50 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 54 | Psyshock | Psychic | 80 | 100 | |
| 59 | Zen Headbutt | Psychic | 80 | 90 | |
| 62 | Foul Play | Dark | 95 | 100 | |
| 70 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 82 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
| 85 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 96 | Eerie Impulse | Electric | — | 100 | |
| 103 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 109 | Trick | Psychic | — | 100 | |
| 114 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
| 120 | Psychic | Psychic | 90 | 100 | |
| 126 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 135 | Ice Beam | Ice | 90 | 100 | |
| 143 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 | |
| 152 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 161 | Trick Room | Psychic | — | — | |
| 163 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 166 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 | |
| 168 | Solar Beam | Grass | 120 | 100 | |
| 171 | Tera Blast | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 173 | Charge | Electric | — | — | |
| 178 | Gravity | Psychic | — | — | |
| 204 | Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
| 211 | Electroweb | Electric | 55 | 95 |
Porygon sprites
| Type | Generation 1 | Generation 2 | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Where to find Porygon
| Red Blue Yellow |
Celadon City |
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| Gold Silver Crystal |
Celadon City |
| Ruby Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Celadon City |
| Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl |
Trophy Garden |
| Platinum | Veilstone City |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Celadon City |
| Black | Trade/migrate from another game |
| White | White Forest |
| 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 |
Route 15 |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Route 7, Silph Co. |
| Sword Shield Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Legends: Arceus | Space-Time Distortion |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Porygon questions
- Is there an easy way to get Porygon in Heart Gold?
- Where do I get an Up Grade in Diamond?
- How can I earn coins more quickly in SS?
- Why is none of the porygon evolutions on pokemon shows
- Conversion 2 and struggle/curse
- Can I get Porygon on FireRed/LeafGreen?
- Isn't there the evolution line of Porygon in the anime ?
- How to get an Up-Grade and a Dubious Disk in Pokemon Pearl ?
- Whats the password to get the Dream World Porygon?
- What is a Good LC Moveset for Porygon?
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Other languages
| English | Porygon |
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| Japanese | ポリゴン (Porygon) |
| German | Porygon |
| French | Porygon |
| Italian | Porygon |
| Spanish | Porygon |
| Korean | 폴리곤 (polligon) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 多边兽 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 多邊獸 |
| English |
Virtual Pokémon |
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| Japanese | バーチャルポケモン |
| German | Virtuell-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Virtuel |
| Italian | Pokémon Virtuale |
| Spanish | Pokémon Virtual |
| Korean | 가상포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 虚拟宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 虛擬寶可夢 |
Name origin
- polygon
- a many sided figure


