#254 Sceptile	General	Location	Attacks	Stats	Egg Moves	5th Gen Dex	3rd Gen Dex
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Name	Jp. Name	No.	Gender Ratio	Type
Sceptile	Jukain ジュカイン	National: #254	Male ♂: 87.5% Female ♀: 12.5%
Ability: Overgrow
Overgrow: When HP is below 1/3rd, Grass’s power increases to 1.5 times.
Classification	Height	Weight	Capture Rate	Base Egg Steps
Forest Pokémon	5'07"	115.1lbs	45	5,120
Experience Growth	Base Happiness	Effort Values Earned	Colour	Safari Zone Flee Rate
1,059,860 Points Medium Slow	70	3 Speed Point(s)	Green	0

Damage Taken

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Wild Hold Item

Egg Groups

No Hold Item

MonsterBulbasaurIvysaurVenusaurCharmanderCharmeleonCharizardSquirtleWartortleBlastoiseNidoran♀Nidoran♂NidorinoNidokingSlowpokeSlowbroCuboneMarowakLickitungRhyhornRhydonKangaskhanLaprasSnorlaxChikoritaBayleefMeganiumTotodileCroconawFeraligatrMareepFlaaffyAmpharosSlowkingLarvitarPupitarTyranitarTreeckoGrovyleSceptileMudkipMarshtompSwampertWhismurLoudredExploudAronLaironAggronTropiusTurtwigGrotleTorterraCranidosRampardosShieldonBastiodonGibleGabiteGarchompSnoverAbomasnowLickilickyRhyperiorDitto Monster DragonCharmanderCharmeleonCharizardEkansArbokHorseaSeadraMagikarpGyaradosDratiniDragonairDragoniteKingdraTreeckoGrovyleSceptileSwabluAltariaSeviperFeebasMiloticBagonShelgonSalamenceGibleGabiteGarchompDitto Dragon

Evolutionary Chain

Flavour Text
Diamond	The leaves that grow on its arms can slice down thick trees. It is without peer in jungle combat.
Pearl
Platinum
HeartGold	It agilely leaps about the jungle and uses the sharp leaves on its arms to strike its prey.
SoulSilver

Location
Game	Location
Ruby	Evolve Grovyle
Sapphire	Evolve Grovyle
Emerald	Evolve Grovyle
FireRed	Trade from Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald
LeafGreen	Trade from Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald
Colosseum	Trade from Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald
XD	Trade from Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald
Diamond	Transfer from GBA via Pal Park
Pearl	Transfer from GBA via Pal Park
Platinum	None - Pal Park from 3rd Gen
HeartGold	Evolve Grovyle
SoulSilver	Evolve Grovyle

Diamond/Pearl/Platinum/HeartGold/SoulSilver Level Up
Level	Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %
—	Night Slash			70	100	15	--
		The user slashes the foe the instant an opportunity arises. It has a high critical-hit ratio.
—	Pound			40	100	35	--
		The foe is physically pounded with a long tail or a foreleg, etc.
—	Leer			--	100	30	--
		The foe is given an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The target's Defense stat is reduced.
—	Absorb			20	100	25	--
		A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
—	Quick Attack			40	100	30	--
		The user lunges at the foe at a speed that makes it almost invisible. It is sure to strike first.
6	Absorb			20	100	25	--
		A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
11	Quick Attack			40	100	30	--
		The user lunges at the foe at a speed that makes it almost invisible. It is sure to strike first.
16	X-scissor			80	100	15	--
		The user slashes at the foe by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
17	Pursuit			40	100	20	--
		An attack move that inflicts double damage if used on a foe that is switching out of battle.
23	Screech			--	85	40	--
		An earsplitting screech is emitted to sharply reduce the foe's Defense stat.
29	Leaf Blade			90	100	15	--
		The foe is slashed with a sharp leaf. It has a high critical-hit ratio.
35	Agility			--	--	30	--
		The user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. It sharply boosts the Speed stat.
43	Slam			80	75	20	--
		The foe is slammed with a long tail, vines, etc., to inflict damage.
51	Detect			--	--	5	--
		It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
59	False Swipe			40	100	40	--
		A restrained attack that prevents the foe from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
67	Leaf Storm			140	90	5	100
		A storm of sharp leaves is whipped up. The attack's recoil sharply reduces the user's Sp. Atk stat.

TM & HM Attacks
TM/HM #	Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %
TM01	Focus Punch			150	100	20	--
		The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used.
TM02	Dragon Claw			80	100	15	--
		The user slashes the foe with huge, sharp claws.
TM05	Roar			--	100	20	--
		The foe is scared off, to be replaced by another Pokémon in its party. In the wild, the battle ends.
TM06	Toxic			--	85	10	--
		A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.
TM09	Bullet Seed			10	100	30	--
		The user forcefully shoots seeds at the foe. Two to five seeds are shot in rapid succession.
TM10	Hidden Power			??	100	15	--
		A unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.
TM11	Sunny Day			--	--	5	--
		The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.
TM15	Hyper Beam			150	90	5	--
		The foe is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.
TM17	Protect			--	--	10	--
		It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
TM19	Giga Drain			60	100	10	--
		A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
TM20	Safeguard			--	--	25	--
		The user creates a protective field that prevents status problems for five turns.
TM21	Frustration			??	100	20	--
		A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.
TM22	Solarbeam			120	100	10	--
		A two-turn attack. The user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the second turn.
TM23	Iron Tail			100	75	15	30
		The foe is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target's Defense stat.
TM26	Earthquake			100	100	10	--
		The user sets off an earthquake that hits all the Pokémon in the battle.
TM27	Return			??	100	20	--
		A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.
TM28	Dig			80	100	10	--
		The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.
TM31	Brick Break			75	100	15	--
		The user attacks with tough fists, etc. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.
TM32	Double Team			--	--	15	--
		By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.
TM39	Rock Tomb			50	80	10	100
		Boulders are hurled at the foe. It also lowers the foe's Speed by preventing its movement.
TM40	Aerial Ace			60	--	20	--
		The user confounds the foe with speed, then slashes. The attack lands without fail.
TM42	Facade			70	100	20	--
		An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, paralyzed, or has a burn.
TM43	Secret Power			70	100	20	30
		The user attacks with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user's environment.
TM44	Rest			--	--	10	--
		The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user's HP and heals any status problem.
TM45	Attract			--	100	15	--
		If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
TM52	Focus Blast			120	70	5	10
		The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. It may also lower the target's Sp. Def.
TM53	Energy Ball			80	100	10	10
		The user draws power from nature and fires it at the foe. It may also lower the target's Sp. Def.
TM54	False Swipe			40	100	40	--
		A restrained attack that prevents the foe from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
TM56	Fling			??	100	10	--
		The user flings its held item at the foe to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.
TM58	Endure			--	--	10	--
		The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
TM59	Dragon Pulse			90	100	10	--
		The foe is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user's gaping mouth.
TM60	Drain Punch			60	100	5	--
		An energy-draining punch. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.
TM68	Giga Impact			150	90	5	--
		The user charges at the foe using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.
TM70	Flash			--	100	20	--
		The user flashes a light that cuts the foe's accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate caves.
TM75	Swords Dance			--	--	30	--
		A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. It sharply raises the user's Attack stat.
TM78	Captivate			--	100	20	--
		If it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe is charmed into sharply lowering its Sp. Atk stat.
TM80	Rock Slide			75	90	10	30
		Large boulders are hurled at the foe to inflict damage. It may also make the target flinch.
TM81	X-scissor			80	100	15	--
		The user slashes at the foe by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
TM82	Sleep Talk			--	--	10	--
		While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.
TM83	Natural Gift			??	100	15	--
		The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.
TM86	Grass Knot			??	100	20	--
		The user snares the foe with grass and trips it. The heavier the foe, the greater the damage.
TM87	Swagger			--	90	15	--
		The user enrages the foe into confusion. However, it also sharply raises the foe's Attack stat.
TM90	Substitute			--	--	10	--
		The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user's decoy.
HM01	Cut			50	95	30	--
		The foe is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees.
HM04	Strength			80	100	15	--
		The foe is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move boulders.
HM06	Rock Smash			40	100	15	50
		The user hits with a punch that may lower the target's Defense. It can also smash cracked boulders.
HM08	Rock Climb			90	85	20	20
		A charging attack that may also leave the foe confused. It can also be used to scale rocky walls.

Move Tutor Attacks
Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %
Frenzy Plant			150	90	5	--
	The foe is slammed with an enormous tree. The user can't move on the next turn.

Platinum/HeartGold/SoulSilver Move Tutor Attacks
Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %
Fury Cutter			10	95	20	--
	The foe is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.
Thunderpunch			75	100	15	10
	The foe is punched with an electrified fist. It may leave the target with paralysis.
Snore			40	100	15	30
	An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the foe flinch.
Swift			60	--	20	--
	Star-shaped rays are shot at the foe. This attack never misses.
Synthesis			--	--	5	--
	The user restores its own HP. The amount of HP regained varies with the weather.
Endeavor			??	100	5	--
	An attack move that cuts down the foe's HP to equal the user's HP.
Mud-slap			20	100	10	100
	The user hurls mud in the foe's face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.
Outrage			120	100	15	--
	The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. However, it then becomes confused.
Seed Bomb			80	100	15	--
	The user slams a barrage of hard- shelled seeds down on the foe from above.

HeartGold/SoulSilver Move Tutor Attacks
Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %
Worry Seed			--	100	10	--
	A seed that causes worry is planted on the foe. It prevents sleep by making its ability Insomnia.
Low Kick			??	100	20	--
	A powerful low kick that makes the foe fall over. It inflicts greater damage on heavier foes.
Headbutt			70	100	15	30
	The user attacks with its head. It may make the foe flinch. To find Pokémon, hit trees.

Egg Moves (Details)
Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %
Crunch			80	100	15	20	Details
	The user crunches up the foe with sharp fangs. It may also lower the target's Defense stat.
Mud Sport			--	--	15	--	Details
	The user covers itself with mud. It weakens Electric- type moves while the user is in the battle.
Endeavor			??	100	5	--	Details
	An attack move that cuts down the foe's HP to equal the user's HP.
Leech Seed			--	90	10	--	Details
	A seed is planted on the foe. It steals some HP from the foe to heal the user on every turn.
Dragonbreath			60	100	20	30	Details
	The user exhales a mighty gust that inflicts damage. It may also paralyze the target.
Crush Claw			75	95	10	50	Details
	The user slashes the foe with hard and sharp claws. It may also lower the target's Defense.
Worry Seed			--	100	10	--	Details
	A seed that causes worry is planted on the foe. It prevents sleep by making its ability Insomnia.
Double Kick			30	100	30	--	Details
	The foe is quickly kicked twice in succession using both feet.
Grasswhistle			--	55	15	--	Details
	The user plays a pleasant melody that lulls the foe into a deep sleep.
Synthesis			--	--	5	--	Details
	The user restores its own HP. The amount of HP regained varies with the weather.
Magical Leaf			60	--	20	--	Details
	The user scatters curious leaves that chase the foe. This attack will not miss.
Leaf Storm			140	90	5	100	Details
	A storm of sharp leaves is whipped up. The attack's recoil sharply reduces the user's Sp. Atk stat.
Razor Wind - HGSS Only			80	100	10	--	Details
	A two-turn attack. Blades of wind hit the foe on the second turn. It has a high critical-hit ratio.

Pre-Evolution Moves
Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %	Means
Fury Cutter			10	95	20	--	Lv. 16
	The foe is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.
Mega Drain			40	100	15	--	Lv. 26
	A nutrient-draining attack. The user's HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.

3rd Gen Only Moves
Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %	Means
Fury Cutter			10	95	20	--	RSE FRLG Lv16 Lv16
	The foe is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.

Base/Max Pokéathlon Stats
Speed	Power	Skill	Stamina	Jump

Stats
		HP	Attack	Defense	Sp. Attack	Sp. Defense	Speed
Base Stats		70	85	65	105	85	120
Max Stats Hindering Nature	Lv. 50	130 - 177	81 - 123	63 - 105	99 - 141	81 - 123	112 - 154
	Lv. 100	250 - 344	157 - 242	121 - 206	193 - 278	157 - 242	220 - 305
Max Stats Neutral Nature	Lv. 50	130 - 177	90 - 137	70 - 117	110 - 157	90 - 137	125 - 172
	Lv. 100	250 - 344	175 - 269	135 - 229	215 - 309	175 - 269	245 - 339
Max Stats Beneficial Nature	Lv. 50	130 - 177	99 - 150	77 - 128	121 - 172	99 - 150	137 - 189
	Lv. 100	250 - 344	192 - 295	148 - 251	236 - 339	192 - 295	269 - 372

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