Genesect • Generation VIII Pokédex
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Genesect
![Sprite of Genesect in Pokémon HOME](/wp-content/plugins/marriland-core/images/pokemon/sprites/home/256/genesect.png)
Genesect's Type
Genesect's Pokédex #s
- National #
- 649
Genesect's Base Stats
- HP:
- 71
- Attack:
- 120
- Defense:
- 95
- Sp. Atk:
- 120
- Sp. Def:
- 95
- Speed:
- 99
- Total:
- 600
Misc. Info
- Height:
- 4'11" (1.5m)
- Weight:
- 181.9 lbs. (82.5 kg)
- Gender Ratio:
- Egg Groups:
- Undiscovered
- EXP At Lv. 100:
- 1,250,000
- EV Yield:
- 1 Attack, 1 Sp. Atk, 1 Speed
- Base EXP:
- 270
- Catch Rate:
- 3
Genesect's Abilities
Here is what ability Genesect has, along with its effect.
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- Raises Genesect's Attack or Special Attack by one stage upon entering battle, based on the foe's lowest defensive stat.
Weaknesses & Resistances
Below is a list of what Genesect's weakness and resistance is to various types.
- 4×
- ½
- ¼
- immune
Genesect's Evolution Line
Genesect does not evolve into any other known or available Pokémon.Genesect's Alternate Forms
Cosmetic Forms
Genesect's Moves in Sword & Shield
Below is a list of all of the moves that Genesect can learn, along with what level it learns the move, the TM or TR number, and what egg moves it can learn, if any. Hover over a move (desktop/laptop) or click the ? button next to the move (mobile/tablet) to find out more about the move.
Level Up Moves
Here are all of the moves Genesect learns via level up. Anything marked "Evo." means it learns it upon evolving. If the level is 1, it can be relearned at a Pokémon Center.
Lv. | Move | Type | Category | Power | Acc.% | PP | Target | Info |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Fury Cutter |
40 | 95% | 20 | One Target | |||
1 | Quick Attack |
40 | 100% | 30 | One Target | |||
7 | Screech |
-- | 85% | 40 | One Target | |||
14 | Metal Claw |
50 | 95% | 35 | One Target | |||
21 | Fell Stinger |
50 | 100% | 25 | One Target | |||
28 | Flame Charge |
50 | 100% | 20 | One Target | |||
35 | Metal Sound |
-- | 85% | 40 | One Target | |||
42 | X-Scissor |
80 | 100% | 15 | One Target | |||
49 | Magnet Rise |
-- | -- | 10 | User | |||
56 | Bug Buzz |
90 | 100% | 10 | One Target | |||
63 | Simple Beam |
-- | 100% | 15 | One Target | |||
70 | Zap Cannon |
120 | 50% | 5 | One Target | |||
77 | Lock-On |
-- | -- | 5 | One Target | |||
84 | Techno Blast |
120 | 100% | 5 | One Target | |||
91 | Self-Destruct |
200 | 100% | 5 | All But Self |
TM Moves
Here are all of the moves that Genesect can learn via TM (Technical Machine). These moves can be taught an unlimited number of times once the TM is obtained.
TM | Move | Type | Category | Power | Acc.% | PP | Target | Info |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TM06 | Fly |
90 | 95% | 15 | One Target | |||
TM08 | Hyper Beam |
150 | 90% | 5 | One Target | |||
TM09 | Giga Impact |
150 | 90% | 5 | One Target | |||
TM11 | Solar Beam |
120 | 100% | 10 | One Target | |||
TM14 | Thunder Wave |
-- | 90% | 20 | One Target | |||
TM16 | Screech |
-- | 85% | 40 | One Target | |||
TM17 | Light Screen |
-- | -- | 30 | User's Field | |||
TM18 | Reflect |
-- | -- | 20 | User's Field | |||
TM20 | Self-Destruct |
200 | 100% | 5 | All But Self | |||
TM21 | Rest |
-- | -- | 10 | User | |||
TM24 | Snore |
50 | 100% | 15 | One Target | |||
TM25 | Protect |
-- | -- | 10 | User | |||
TM28 | Giga Drain |
75 | 100% | 10 | One Target | |||
TM39 | Facade |
70 | 100% | 20 | One Target | |||
TM40 | Swift |
60 | -- | 20 | Nearby Enemies | |||
TM56 | U-turn |
70 | 100% | 20 | One Target | |||
TM58 | Assurance |
60 | 100% | 10 | One Target | |||
TM65 | Shadow Claw |
70 | 100% | 15 | One Target | |||
TM76 | Round |
60 | 100% | 15 | One Target | |||
TM82 | Electroweb |
55 | 95% | 15 | Nearby Enemies |
TR Moves
Here are all of the moves that Genesect can learn via TR (Technical Record). These moves can be taught only once per TR, but TRs can be obtained in the Wild Area and other locations.
TR | Move | Type | Category | Power | Acc.% | PP | Target | Info |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TR02 | Flamethrower |
90 | 100% | 15 | One Target | |||
TR05 | Ice Beam |
90 | 100% | 10 | One Target | |||
TR06 | Blizzard |
110 | 70% | 5 | Nearby Enemies | |||
TR08 | Thunderbolt |
90 | 100% | 15 | One Target | |||
TR09 | Thunder |
110 | 70% | 10 | One Target | |||
TR11 | Psychic |
90 | 100% | 10 | One Target | |||
TR18 | Leech Life |
80 | 100% | 10 | One Target | |||
TR19 | Tri Attack |
80 | 100% | 10 | One Target | |||
TR20 | Substitute |
-- | -- | 10 | User | |||
TR26 | Endure |
-- | -- | 10 | User | |||
TR27 | Sleep Talk |
-- | -- | 10 | User | |||
TR41 | Blaze Kick |
85 | 90% | 10 | One Target | |||
TR46 | Iron Defense |
-- | -- | 15 | User | |||
TR58 | Dark Pulse |
80 | 100% | 15 | One Target | |||
TR60 | X-Scissor |
80 | 100% | 15 | One Target | |||
TR61 | Bug Buzz |
90 | 100% | 10 | One Target | |||
TR65 | Energy Ball |
90 | 100% | 10 | One Target | |||
TR69 | Zen Headbutt |
80 | 90% | 15 | One Target | |||
TR70 | Flash Cannon |
80 | 100% | 10 | One Target | |||
TR73 | Gunk Shot |
120 | 80% | 5 | One Target | |||
TR74 | Iron Head |
80 | 100% | 15 | One Target | |||
TR83 | Ally Switch |
-- | -- | 15 | User |
Genesect's Detailed Stats
Below you'll find a more detailed table containing Genesect's calculated stats, which are the stats that you actually see displayed in game. These are affected by a variety of things, such as level, Effort Values (EVs), Individual Values (IVs), and Genesect's Nature.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Genesect is level 100: its stats with 0 EVs, 252+ (max) EVs, 0 IVs, and 31 (max) IVs. Nature is not shown by default, so its maximum is 10% higher than shown here, and minium 10% lower.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Genesect is level 100: its stats with 0 EVs, 252+ (max) EVs, 0 IVs, and 31 (max) IVs. Nature is not shown by default, so its maximum is 10% higher than shown here, and minium 10% lower.
Stats at level 100 |
0 EVs | 252+ EVs | Base Stat | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Min | Max | Min | Max | ||
HP | 252 | 283 | 315 | 346 | 71 |
Attack | 245 | 276 | 308 | 339 | 120 |
Defense | 195 | 226 | 258 | 289 | 95 |
Sp. Atk | 245 | 276 | 308 | 339 | 120 |
Sp. Def | 195 | 226 | 258 | 289 | 95 |
Speed | 203 | 234 | 266 | 297 | 99 |
Total | 600 |
Where to Find Genesect in Sword & Shield
If you're looking for where to find Genesect, you'll find the various methods listed down below, along with any notes or special locations. This should help you figure out how to get Genesect in Pokémon Sword & Shield. (Currently this does not show most "strong" static encounters or Max Raid Battles.)
Special Ways to Get Genesect
Only available from events or promotions, or from transferring via Pokémon HOME.
Pokédex Entries for Genesect
Generation 6 Pokédex Entries
X
Omega Ruby
This ancient bug Pokémon was altered by Team Plasma. They upgraded the cannon on its back.
Y
Alpha Sapphire
This Pokémon existed 300 million years ago. Team Plasma altered it and attached a cannon to its back.
Generation 5 Pokédex Entries
Black
Over 300 million years ago, it was feared as the strongest of hunters. It has been modified by Team Plasma.
White
This ancient bug Pokémon was altered by Team Plasma. They upgraded the cannon on its back.
Black 2
White 2
This Pokémon existed 300 million years ago. Team Plasma altered it and attached a cannon to its back.