Metapod • Generation VIII Pokédex
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Metapod
Metapod's Type
Metapod's Pokédex #s
- National #
- 11
- Galar #
- 14
- Armor #
- --
- Crown #
- --
Metapod's Base Stats
- HP:
- 50
- Attack:
- 20
- Defense:
- 55
- Sp. Atk:
- 25
- Sp. Def:
- 25
- Speed:
- 30
- Total:
- 205
Misc. Info
- Height:
- 2'4" (0.7m)
- Weight:
- 21.8 lbs. (9.9 kg)
- Gender Ratio:
- Egg Groups:
- Bug
- EXP At Lv. 100:
- 1,000,000
- EV Yield:
- 2 Defense
- Base EXP:
- 72
- Catch Rate:
- 120
- Base Happiness:
- 70
Metapod's Abilities
Here is what ability Metapod has, along with its effect.
- Shed Skin
- 33% chance of healing Metapod's major status condition at the end of each turn.
Weaknesses & Resistances
Below is a list of what Metapod's weakness and resistance is to various types.
- 2×
- ½
Metapod's Evolution Line
Below you'll find a list of all Pokémon Metapod evolves from or into, along with its evolution method.
Metapod's Moves in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
Below is a list of all of the moves that Metapod 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 Metapod 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evo. | Harden |
 |
-- | -- | 30 | User | ||
| 1 | Harden |
|
-- | -- | 30 | User |
TM Moves
Here are all of the moves that Metapod 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM82 | Electroweb |
 |
55 | 95% | 15 | Nearby Enemies |
TR Moves
Here are all of the moves that Metapod 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TR46 | Iron Defense |
|
-- | -- | 15 | User |
Level Up Moves
Here are all of the moves Metapod 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evo. | Harden |
|
-- | -- | 30 | User | ||
| 1 | Harden |
|
-- | -- | 30 | User |
Metapod's Detailed Stats
Below you'll find a more detailed table containing Metapod'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 Metapod's Nature.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Metapod 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 Metapod 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 | 210 | 241 | 273 | 304 | 50 |
| Attack | 45 | 76 | 108 | 139 | 20 |
| Defense | 115 | 146 | 178 | 209 | 55 |
| Sp. Atk | 55 | 86 | 118 | 149 | 25 |
| Sp. Def | 55 | 86 | 118 | 149 | 25 |
| Speed | 65 | 96 | 128 | 159 | 30 |
| Total | 205 | ||||
Where to Find Metapod in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
If you're looking for where to find Metapod, 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 Metapod in Pokémon Sword & Shield. (Currently this does not show most "strong" static encounters or Max Raid Battles.)
Metapod in the Wild
Rolling Fields
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Rolling Fields (West Grass)
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Getting Metapod By Evolution
Evolves from Caterpie at level 7.
Location information on where to find Metapod in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl will be coming to the Marriland Pokédex in a future update! Thank you for your patience!
Pokédex Entries for Metapod
Generation 8 Pokédex Entries
Sword
It is waiting for the moment to evolve. At this stage, it can only harden, so it remains motionless to avoid attack.
Shield
Even though it is encased in a sturdy shell, the body inside is tender. It can't withstand a harsh attack.
Generation 7 Pokédex Entries
Sun
Its shell is filled with its soft innards. It doesn't move much because of the risk it might carelessly spill its innards out.
Moon
Its shell is hard, but it's still just a bug shell. It's been known to break, so intense battles with it should be avoided.
Ultra Sun
Its shell is filled with a thick liquid. All of the cells throughout its body are being rebuilt in preparation for evolution.
Ultra Moon
Its hard shell doesn't crack a bit even if Pikipek pecks at it, but it will tip over, spilling out its insides.
Generation 6 Pokédex Entries
X
A steel-hard shell protects its tender body. It quietly endures hardships while awaiting evolution.
Y
This Pokémon is vulnerable to attack while its shell is soft, exposing its weak and tender body.
Omega Ruby
Alpha Sapphire
The shell covering this Pokémon's body is as hard as an iron slab. Metapod does not move very much. It stays still because it is preparing its soft innards for evolution inside the hard shell.
Generation 5 Pokédex Entries
Black
White
Black 2
White 2
A steel-hard shell protects its tender body. It quietly endures hardships while awaiting evolution.
Generation 4 Pokédex Entries
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
A steel-hard shell protects its tender body. It quietly endures hardships while awaiting evolution.
HeartGold
Inside the shell, it is soft and weak as it prepares to evolve. It stays motionless in the shell.
SoulSilver
It prepares for evolution by hardening its shell as much as possible to protect its soft body.
Generation 3 Pokédex Entries
Ruby
Sapphire
The shell covering this POKéMON's body is as hard as an iron slab. METAPOD does not move very much. It stays still because it is preparing its soft innards for evolution inside the hard shell.
Emerald
Its shell is as hard as an iron slab. A METAPOD does not move very much because it is preparing its soft innards for evolution inside the shell.
FireRed
Even though it is encased in a sturdy shell, the body inside is tender. It can't withstand a harsh attack.
LeafGreen
This POKéMON is vulnerable to attack while its shell is soft, exposing its weak and tender body.
Generation 2 Pokédex Entries
Gold
Inside the shell, it is soft and weak as it prepares to evolve. It stays motion less in the shell.
Silver
It prepares for evolution by hardening its shell as much as possible to protect its soft body.
Crystal
This is its pre-evolved form. At this stage, it can only harden, so it remains motionless to avoid attack.
Generation 1 Pokédex Entries
Red
Blue
This POKéMON is vulnerable to attack while its shell is soft, exposing its weak and tender body.
Yellow
Hardens its shell to protect itself. However, a large impact may cause it to pop out of its shell.