Sceptile
Sceptile is a Grass type Pokémon introduced in Generation 3. It is known as the Forest Pokémon
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Sceptile has a Mega Evolution, available from Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire onwards.
Pokédex data
National № | 254 |
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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 № | 003 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 003 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) |
Training
EV yield | 3 Speed |
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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 |
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Gender | 87.5% male, 12.5% female |
Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
HP | 70 | 250 | 344 | |
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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 № | 254 |
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Type | Grass Dragon |
Species | Forest Pokémon |
Height | 1.9 m (6′03″) |
Weight | 55.2 kg (121.7 lbs) |
Abilities | 1. Lightning Rod |
Local № | 003 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 003 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) |
Training
EV yield | 3 Speed |
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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 |
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Gender | 87.5% male, 12.5% female |
Egg cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Base stats
HP | 70 | 250 | 344 | |
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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. |
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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. |
Moves learned by Sceptile
Moves learnt by level up
Sceptile learns the following moves in Pokémon Sword & Shield at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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1 | Dual Chop | Dragon | ![]() | 40 | 90 |
1 | Energy Ball | Grass | ![]() | 90 | 100 |
1 | False Swipe | Normal | ![]() | 40 | 100 |
1 | Fury Cutter | Bug | ![]() | 40 | 95 |
1 | Leafage | Grass | ![]() | 40 | 100 |
1 | Leer | Normal | ![]() | — | 100 |
1 | Pound | Normal | ![]() | 40 | 100 |
1 | Quick Attack | Normal | ![]() | 40 | 100 |
1 | X-Scissor | Bug | ![]() | 80 | 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 | Leaf Blade | Grass | ![]() | 90 | 100 |
49 | Screech | Normal | ![]() | — | 85 |
56 | Endeavor | Normal | ![]() | — | 100 |
63 | Leaf Storm | Grass | ![]() | 130 | 90 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Sceptile learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Sword & Shield (regardless of level).
Egg moves
Sceptile does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Sword & Shield.
Move Tutor moves
Sceptile can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Sword & Shield from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Grassy Glide | Grass | ![]() | 70 | 100 |
Scale Shot | Dragon | ![]() | 25 | 90 |
Moves learnt by TM
Sceptile is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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00 | Mega Punch | Normal | ![]() | 80 | 85 |
01 | Mega Kick | Normal | ![]() | 120 | 75 |
05 | Thunder Punch | Electric | ![]() | 75 | 100 |
08 | Hyper Beam | Normal | ![]() | 150 | 90 |
09 | Giga Impact | Normal | ![]() | 150 | 90 |
10 | Magical Leaf | Grass | ![]() | 60 | ∞ |
11 | Solar Beam | Grass | ![]() | 120 | 100 |
12 | Solar Blade | Grass | ![]() | 125 | 100 |
15 | Dig | Ground | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
16 | Screech | Normal | ![]() | — | 85 |
19 | Safeguard | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
21 | Rest | Psychic | ![]() | — | — |
22 | Rock Slide | Rock | ![]() | 75 | 90 |
24 | Snore | Normal | ![]() | 50 | 100 |
25 | Protect | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
28 | Giga Drain | Grass | ![]() | 75 | 100 |
31 | Attract | Normal | ![]() | — | 100 |
34 | Sunny Day | Fire | ![]() | — | — |
39 | Facade | Normal | ![]() | 70 | 100 |
40 | Swift | Normal | ![]() | 60 | ∞ |
43 | Brick Break | Fighting | ![]() | 75 | 100 |
48 | Rock Tomb | Rock | ![]() | 60 | 95 |
50 | Bullet Seed | Grass | ![]() | 25 | 100 |
58 | Assurance | Dark | ![]() | 60 | 100 |
59 | Fling | Dark | ![]() | — | 100 |
63 | Drain Punch | Fighting | ![]() | 75 | 100 |
73 | Cross Poison | Poison | ![]() | 70 | 100 |
75 | Low Sweep | Fighting | ![]() | 65 | 100 |
76 | Round | Normal | ![]() | 60 | 100 |
78 | Acrobatics | Flying | ![]() | 55 | 100 |
81 | Bulldoze | Ground | ![]() | 60 | 100 |
88 | Grassy Terrain | Grass | ![]() | — | — |
94 | False Swipe | Normal | ![]() | 40 | 100 |
97 | Brutal Swing | Dark | ![]() | 60 | 100 |
99 | Breaking Swipe | Dragon | ![]() | 60 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TR
Sceptile is compatible with these Technical Records in Pokémon Sword & Shield:
TR | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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00 | Swords Dance | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
01 | Body Slam | Normal | ![]() | 85 | 100 |
07 | Low Kick | Fighting | ![]() | — | 100 |
10 | Earthquake | Ground | ![]() | 100 | 100 |
12 | Agility | Psychic | ![]() | — | — |
20 | Substitute | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
24 | Outrage | Dragon | ![]() | 120 | 100 |
26 | Endure | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
27 | Sleep Talk | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
31 | Iron Tail | Steel | ![]() | 100 | 75 |
32 | Crunch | Dark | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
47 | Dragon Claw | Dragon | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
50 | Leaf Blade | Grass | ![]() | 90 | 100 |
51 | Dragon Dance | Dragon | ![]() | — | — |
59 | Seed Bomb | Grass | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
60 | X-Scissor | Bug | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
62 | Dragon Pulse | Dragon | ![]() | 85 | 100 |
64 | Focus Blast | Fighting | ![]() | 120 | 70 |
65 | Energy Ball | Grass | ![]() | 90 | 100 |
71 | Leaf Storm | Grass | ![]() | 130 | 90 |
77 | Grass Knot | Grass | ![]() | — | 100 |
85 | Work Up | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
95 | Throat Chop | Dark | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
Moves learnt by level up
Sceptile learns the following moves in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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1 | Absorb | Grass | ![]() | 20 | 100 |
1 | Dual Chop | Dragon | ![]() | 40 | 90 |
1 | Fury Cutter | Bug | ![]() | 40 | 95 |
1 | Leaf Storm | Grass | ![]() | 130 | 90 |
1 | Leer | Normal | ![]() | — | 100 |
1 | Night Slash | Dark | ![]() | 70 | 100 |
1 | Pound | Normal | ![]() | 40 | 100 |
1 | Quick Attack | Normal | ![]() | 40 | 100 |
5 | Absorb | Grass | ![]() | 20 | 100 |
9 | Quick Attack | Normal | ![]() | 40 | 100 |
13 | Mega Drain | Grass | ![]() | 40 | 100 |
18 | Pursuit | Dark | ![]() | 40 | 100 |
23 | Leaf Blade | Grass | ![]() | 90 | 100 |
28 | Agility | Psychic | ![]() | — | — |
33 | Slam | Normal | ![]() | 80 | 75 |
39 | Detect | Fighting | ![]() | — | — |
45 | X-Scissor | Bug | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
51 | False Swipe | Normal | ![]() | 40 | 100 |
57 | Quick Guard | Fighting | ![]() | — | — |
63 | Leaf Storm | Grass | ![]() | 130 | 90 |
69 | Screech | Normal | ![]() | — | 85 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Sceptile learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon (regardless of level).
Egg moves
Sceptile learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Sceptile egg moves page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Bullet Seed | Grass | ![]() | 25 | 100 |
Crunch | Dark | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
Crush Claw | Normal | ![]() | 75 | 95 |
Double Kick | Fighting | ![]() | 30 | 100 |
Dragon Breath | Dragon | ![]() | 60 | 100 |
Endeavor | Normal | ![]() | — | 100 |
Grass Whistle | Grass | ![]() | — | 55 |
Grassy Terrain | Grass | ![]() | — | — |
Leaf Storm | Grass | ![]() | 130 | 90 |
Leech Seed | Grass | ![]() | — | 90 |
Magical Leaf | Grass | ![]() | 60 | ∞ |
Mud Sport | Ground | ![]() | — | — |
Natural Gift | Normal | ![]() | — | 100 |
Razor Wind | Normal | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
Synthesis | Grass | ![]() | — | — |
Worry Seed | Grass | ![]() | — | 100 |
Move Tutor moves
Sceptile can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Dragon Pulse | Dragon | ![]() | 85 | 100 |
Drain Punch | Fighting | ![]() | 75 | 100 |
Dual Chop | Dragon | ![]() | 40 | 90 |
Endeavor | Normal | ![]() | — | 100 |
Focus Punch | Fighting | ![]() | 150 | 100 |
Frenzy Plant | Grass | ![]() | 150 | 90 |
Giga Drain | Grass | ![]() | 75 | 100 |
Grass Pledge | Grass | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
Iron Tail | Steel | ![]() | 100 | 75 |
Laser Focus | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
Low Kick | Fighting | ![]() | — | 100 |
Outrage | Dragon | ![]() | 120 | 100 |
Seed Bomb | Grass | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
Snore | Normal | ![]() | 50 | 100 |
Synthesis | Grass | ![]() | — | — |
Throat Chop | Dark | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
Thunder Punch | Electric | ![]() | 75 | 100 |
Worry Seed | Grass | ![]() | — | 100 |
Pre-evolution moves
These moves can only be learned in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon by a previous evolution of Sceptile. Check the respective Pokédex for the exact details.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | Method |
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Endeavor | Normal | ![]() | — | 100 | Level up |
Energy Ball | Grass | ![]() | 90 | 100 | Level up |
Giga Drain | Grass | ![]() | 75 | 100 | Level up |
Fury Cutter | Bug | ![]() | 40 | 95 | Evolution |
Moves learnt by TM
Sceptile is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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01 | Work Up | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
02 | Dragon Claw | Dragon | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
05 | Roar | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
06 | Toxic | Poison | ![]() | — | 90 |
10 | Hidden Power | Normal | ![]() | 60 | 100 |
11 | Sunny Day | Fire | ![]() | — | — |
15 | Hyper Beam | Normal | ![]() | 150 | 90 |
17 | Protect | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
20 | Safeguard | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
21 | Frustration | Normal | ![]() | — | 100 |
22 | Solar Beam | Grass | ![]() | 120 | 100 |
26 | Earthquake | Ground | ![]() | 100 | 100 |
27 | Return | Normal | ![]() | — | 100 |
31 | Brick Break | Fighting | ![]() | 75 | 100 |
32 | Double Team | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
39 | Rock Tomb | Rock | ![]() | 60 | 95 |
40 | Aerial Ace | Flying | ![]() | 60 | ∞ |
42 | Facade | Normal | ![]() | 70 | 100 |
44 | Rest | Psychic | ![]() | — | — |
45 | Attract | Normal | ![]() | — | 100 |
47 | Low Sweep | Fighting | ![]() | 65 | 100 |
48 | Round | Normal | ![]() | 60 | 100 |
52 | Focus Blast | Fighting | ![]() | 120 | 70 |
53 | Energy Ball | Grass | ![]() | 90 | 100 |
54 | False Swipe | Normal | ![]() | 40 | 100 |
56 | Fling | Dark | ![]() | — | 100 |
59 | Brutal Swing | Dark | ![]() | 60 | 100 |
62 | Acrobatics | Flying | ![]() | 55 | 100 |
68 | Giga Impact | Normal | ![]() | 150 | 90 |
75 | Swords Dance | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
78 | Bulldoze | Ground | ![]() | 60 | 100 |
80 | Rock Slide | Rock | ![]() | 75 | 90 |
81 | X-Scissor | Bug | ![]() | 80 | 100 |
86 | Grass Knot | Grass | ![]() | — | 100 |
87 | Swagger | Normal | ![]() | — | 85 |
88 | Sleep Talk | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
90 | Substitute | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
96 | Nature Power | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
100 | Confide | Normal | ![]() | — | — |
Transfer-only moves
Sceptile 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 |
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Body Slam | Normal | ![]() | 85 | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor |
Counter | Fighting | ![]() | — | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor |
Double-Edge | Normal | ![]() | 120 | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor |
Dynamic Punch | Fighting | ![]() | 100 | 50 | Generation 3 — Move tutor |
Mega Kick | Normal | ![]() | 120 | 75 | Generation 3 — Move tutor |
Mega Punch | Normal | ![]() | 80 | 85 | Generation 3 — Move tutor |
Mimic | Normal | ![]() | — | — | Generation 3 — Move tutor |
Seismic Toss | Fighting | ![]() | — | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor |
Captivate | Normal | ![]() | — | 100 | Generation 4 — TM |
Endure | Normal | ![]() | — | — | Generation 4 — TM |
Headbutt | Normal | ![]() | 70 | 100 | Generation 4 — Move tutor |
Mud-Slap | Ground | ![]() | 20 | 100 | Generation 4 — Move tutor |
Swift | Normal | ![]() | 60 | ∞ | Generation 4 — Move tutor |
Dig | Ground | ![]() | 80 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM |
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 |
Sceptile sprites
Type | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 |
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Normal |
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Shiny |
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— | — |
Where to find Sceptile
Ruby Sapphire |
Evolve Treecko/Grovyle |
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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 |
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?
- How can a pokemon be shiny?
- Am I using the unburden ability right?
- Where do you get TM02 in Emerald?
- Should I use Dragon Claw or Swords Dance on physical Sceptile?
- How should I raise my Treecko for when it becomes a Sceptile?
- Can physical attacking mega sceptile work competitively?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
English, Spanish, Italian | Sceptile |
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Japanese | ジュカイン (Jukain) |
German | Gewaldro |
French | Jungko |
Name origin
- sceptre
- wand used by royalty
- reptile
- animal with scales