Sceptile
Sceptile is a Grass type Pokémon introduced in Generation 3.
Sceptile has a Mega Evolution, available in Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire and Pokémon Go.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0254 |
|---|---|
| Type | Grass |
| Species | Forest Pokémon |
| Height | 1.7 m (5′07″) |
| Weight | 52.2 kg (115.1 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Overgrow Unburden (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0003 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0003 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0184 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 3 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 239 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Dragon, Monster |
|---|---|
| Gender | 87.5% male, 12.5% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 70 | 250 | 344 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Defense | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
| Sp. Atk | 105 | 193 | 339 | |
| Sp. Def | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Speed | 120 | 220 | 372 | |
| Total | 530 | 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.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0254 |
|---|---|
| Type | Grass Dragon |
| Species | Forest Pokémon |
| Height | 1.9 m (6′03″) |
| Weight | 55.2 kg (121.7 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Lightning Rod |
| Local № | 0003 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0003 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0184 (The Indigo Disk) |
Training
| EV yield | 3 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 284 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Dragon, Monster |
|---|---|
| Gender | 87.5% male, 12.5% female |
| Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 70 | 250 | 344 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 110 | 202 | 350 | |
| Defense | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
| Sp. Atk | 145 | 265 | 427 | |
| Sp. Def | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Speed | 145 | 265 | 427 | |
| Total | 630 | 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
Sceptile changes
- In Generations 3-4, Sceptile has a base experience yield of 208.
- In Generations 3-7, Sceptile has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Ruby | The leaves growing on SCEPTILE’s body are very sharp edged. This POKéMON is very agile - it leaps all over the branches of trees and jumps on its foe from above or behind. |
|---|---|
| Sapphire | SCEPTILE has seeds growing on its back. They are said to be bursting with nutrients that revitalize trees. This POKéMON raises the trees in a forest with loving care. |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
The leaves on its forelegs are as sharp as swords. It agilely leaps about the branches of trees to strike. |
| Emerald | In the jungle, its power is without equal. This POKéMON carefully grows trees and plants. It regulates its body temperature by basking in sunlight. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
The leaves that grow on its arms can slice down thick trees. It is without peer in jungle combat. |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
It agilely leaps about the jungle and uses the sharp leaves on its arms to strike its prey. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
The leaves that grow on its arms can slice down thick trees. It is without peer in jungle combat. |
| X | The leaves that grow on its arms can slice down thick trees. It is without peer in jungle combat. |
| Y | It agilely leaps about the jungle and uses the sharp leaves on its arms to strike its prey. |
| Omega Ruby | The leaves growing on Sceptile’s body are very sharp edged. This Pokémon is very agile—it leaps all over the branches of trees and jumps on its foe from above or behind. |
| Alpha Sapphire | Sceptile has seeds growing on its back. They are said to be bursting with nutrients that revitalize trees. This Pokémon raises the trees in a forest with loving care. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
The leaves that grow on its arms can slice down thick trees. It is without peer in jungle combat. |
Moves learned by Sceptile
Moves learnt by level up
Sceptile does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Sceptile does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Sceptile cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Sceptile learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leafage | Grass | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Pound | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Quick Attack | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 5 | Mega Drain | Grass | 40 | 100 | |
| 12 | Detect | Fighting | — | — | |
| 15 | Quick Guard | Fighting | — | — | |
| 20 | Assurance | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 25 | Giga Drain | Grass | 75 | 100 | |
| 30 | Slam | Normal | 80 | 75 | |
| 35 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
| 42 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 49 | Endeavor | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 56 | Leaf Storm | Grass | 130 | 90 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Sceptile learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leaf Blade | Grass | 90 | 100 |
Moves learnt by reminder
Sceptile learns the following extra moves when using the Remember Moves
feature in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy Ball | Grass | 90 | 100 | |
| False Swipe | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| Fury Cutter | Bug | 40 | 95 | |
| Shed Tail | Normal | — | — | |
| X-Scissor | Bug | 80 | 100 |
Egg moves
Sceptile does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Sceptile is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Sceptile sprites
| Type | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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| Shiny |
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Where to find Sceptile
| Ruby Sapphire |
Evolve Treecko/Grovyle |
|---|---|
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Emerald | Evolve Treecko/Grovyle |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Evolve Treecko/Grovyle |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Treecko/Grovyle |
| Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Evolve Treecko/Grovyle |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Evolve Treecko/Grovyle |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Sceptile questions
- What is a good moveset for Sceptile?
- Which Moveset Should I Choose For Sceptile in SS?
- Is Energy ball worth it for Sceptile?
- Am I using the unburden ability right?
- How can a pokemon be shiny?
- Where do you get TM02 in Emerald?
- Serperior or Sceptile?
- Should I use Dragon Claw or Swords Dance on physical Sceptile?
- Hoenn starters in heartgold?
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Other languages
| English | Sceptile |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ジュカイン (Jukain) |
| German | Gewaldro |
| French | Jungko |
| Italian | Sceptile |
| Spanish | Sceptile |
| Korean | 나무킹 (namuking) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 蜥蜴王 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 蜥蜴王 |
| English |
Forest Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | みつりんポケモン |
| German | Dschungel-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Forêt |
| Italian | Pokémon Foresta |
| Spanish | Pokémon Bosque |
| Korean | 밀림포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 密林宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 密林寶可夢 |
Name origin
- sceptre
- wand used by royalty
- reptile
- cold-blooded creature with scaly skin


