#011 Metapod

#011 Metapod

Height0.7 m(2'04")
Weight9.9 kg(21.8 lbs)
Gender50%50%
Gen 1

Metapod's Detailed Stats

Lv
StatBaseLv
EVsIVsTotal
HP 50
241
Attack 20
76
Defense 55
146
Sp. Atk 25
86
Sp. Def 25
86
Speed 30
96
731
Type Effectiveness

Metapod Abilities

Has a 33% chance of curing any major status ailment after each turn.

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Metapod Moves

Category
Type
MoveTypeCat.PowAccMethodDescription

Metapod Sprites

Pokedex Entries
Red

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.

Gold

Inside the shell, it is soft and weak as it pre­ pares to evolve. It stays motion­ less in the shell.

Silver

It prepares for evolution by har­ dening its shell as much as possi­ ble 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.

In Other Languages

Metapod's Japanese name is Trancell (トランセル). Here are all the official names for Metapod across different languages:

JapaneseトランセルTrancell
Korean단데기
Chinese (Traditional)鐵甲蛹
FrenchChrysacier
GermanSafcon
SpanishMetapod
ItalianMetapod
Chinese (Simplified)铁甲蛹

Metapod Breeding

Egg Groups
Hatch Time3,840 steps(15 cycles)
Gender DifferencesNone
Misc Data
Catch Rate120
Base Friendship70
Growth RateMedium
Base Experience72

How to Get Metapod

Metapod can be encountered in the wild across multiple Pokemon games. Here is how to obtain Metapod in every game where it is available:

FAQ

About Metapod

Metapod is a Bug-type Pokemon introduced in Generation 1. With a Base Stat Total (BST) of 205, Metapod is classified as a Cocoon Pokémon and is part of the Caterpie → Metapod → Butterfree evolution line.

In competitive play, Metapod is placed in the Untiered tier where it holds a 0% usage rate. Its key abilities are Shed Skin, which allow it to function as a versatile team member. Metapod is weak to Fire, Flying, Rock-type moves, so trainers should plan around these vulnerabilities.

Metapod can learn 5 moves across Level-up, TM, Tutor, and Egg methods. Its most popular competitive moves include . Standing at 0.7m tall and weighing 9.9kg, Metapod has been a fan favorite since its debut in the Kanto region games.