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#0443 · heartgold soulsilver · gen 4
Gible
Land Shark Pokémon
It nests in horizontal holes warmed by geothermal heat. Foes who get too close can expect to be pounced on and bitten.
- Gender:
- ♀ 50% · ♂ 50%
- Catch rate:
- 45/255
- Base happiness:
- 70
- Egg cycles:
- 40
- Height:
- 0.7 m
- Weight:
- 20.5 kg
- Egg groups:
- Monster, Dragon
- Growth rate:
- Slow
- Body shape:
- Sciurine
Base stats
HP58
Atk70
Def45
Sp.Atk40
Sp.Def45
Speed42
Total: 300
Weaknesses & resistances
×4
Ice
×2
Dragon
×½
PoisonRockFire
×0
Electric
Abilities
Sand Veil
Increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.
EV yield (current): +1 ATK
Wild held items: Haban Berry (5%)
Evolution
Galeria de sprites
Through the eras
Historical changes
- G5
sand veil sand veil, rough skin
Where to find
| Location | Method | Chance | Levels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safari Zone Rocky Beach (heartgold) | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 10% | 44 |
| Safari Zone Rocky Beach (soulsilver) | Walking in tall grass or a cave | 10% | 44 |
Moves — By level
| Level | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TackleA physical attack in which the user charges and slams into the foe with its whole body.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 35 | 95% | |
| 3 | Sand AttackSand is hurled in the foe’s face, reducing its accuracy.▶ Selected Pokémon | Ground | — | 100% | |
| 7 | Dragon RageThe foe is stricken by a shock wave. This attack always inflicts 40 HP damage.▶ Selected Pokémon | Dragon | — | 100% | |
| 13 | SandstormA five-turn sand storm is summoned to hurt all combatant types except Rock, Ground, and Steel.▶ Entire field | Rock | — | — | |
| 15 | Take DownA reckless, full-body charge attack for slamming into the foe. It also damages the user a little.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 90 | 85% | |
| 19 | Sand TombThe user traps the foe inside a harshly raging sandstorm for two to five turns.▶ Selected Pokémon | Ground | 15 | 70% | |
| 25 | SlashThe foe is attacked with a slash of claws, etc. It has a high critical-hit ratio.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 70 | 100% | |
| 27 | Dragon ClawThe user slashes the foe with huge, sharp claws.▶ Selected Pokémon | Dragon | 80 | 100% | |
| 31 | DigThe user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.▶ Selected Pokémon | Ground | 80 | 100% | |
| 37 | Dragon RushThe user tackles the foe while exhibiting overwhelming menace. It may also make the target flinch.▶ Selected Pokémon | Dragon | 100 | 75% |
Moves — By TM/HM
| TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM02 | Dragon ClawThe user slashes the foe with huge, sharp claws.▶ Selected Pokémon | Dragon | 80 | 100% | |
| TM05 | RoarThe foe is scared off, to be replaced by another Pokémon in its party. In the wild, the battle ends.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% | |
| TM06 | ToxicA move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.▶ Selected Pokémon | Poison | — | 85% | |
| TM10 | Hidden PowerA unique attack that varies in type and intensity depending on the Pokémon using it.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 1 | 100% | |
| TM11 | Sunny DayThe user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.▶ Entire field | Fire | — | — | |
| TM17 | ProtectIt enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.▶ User | Normal | — | — | |
| TM18 | Rain DanceThe user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water- type moves.▶ Entire field | Water | — | — | |
| TM21 | FrustrationA full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% | |
| TM26 | EarthquakeThe user sets off an earthquake that hits all the Pokémon in the battle.▶ All other Pokémon | Ground | 100 | 100% | |
| TM27 | ReturnA full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% | |
| TM28 | DigThe user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.▶ Selected Pokémon | Ground | 80 | 100% | |
| TM32 | Double TeamBy moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.▶ User | Normal | — | — | |
| TM35 | FlamethrowerThe foe is scorched with an intense blast of fire. The target may also be left with a burn.▶ Selected Pokémon | Fire | 95 | 100% | |
| TM37 | SandstormA five-turn sand storm is summoned to hurt all combatant types except Rock, Ground, and Steel.▶ Entire field | Rock | — | — | |
| TM38 | Fire BlastThe foe is attacked with an intense blast of all-consuming fire. It may also leave the target with a burn.▶ Selected Pokémon | Fire | 120 | 85% | |
| TM39 | Rock TombBoulders are hurled at the foe. It also lowers the foe’s Speed by preventing its movement.▶ Selected Pokémon | Rock | 50 | 80% | |
| TM40 | Aerial AceThe user confounds the foe with speed, then slashes. The attack lands without fail.▶ Selected Pokémon | Flying | 60 | — | |
| TM42 | FacadeAn attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, paralyzed, or has a burn.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 70 | 100% | |
| TM43 | Secret PowerThe user attacks with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user’s environment.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 70 | 100% | |
| TM44 | RestThe user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status problem.▶ User | Psychic | — | — | |
| TM45 | AttractIf it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% | |
| TM58 | EndureThe user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.▶ User | Normal | — | — | |
| TM59 | Dragon PulseThe foe is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user’s gaping mouth.▶ Selected Pokémon | Dragon | 90 | 100% | |
| TM65 | Shadow ClawThe user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. It has a high critical-hit ratio.▶ Selected Pokémon | Ghost | 70 | 100% | |
| TM71 | Stone EdgeThe user stabs the foe with a sharpened stone. It has a high critical-hit ratio.▶ Selected Pokémon | Rock | 100 | 80% | |
| TM76 | Stealth RockThe user lays a trap of levitating stones around the foe. The trap hurts foes that switch into battle.▶ Opponent’s field | Rock | — | — | |
| TM78 | CaptivateIf it is the opposite gender of the user, the foe is charmed into sharply lowering its Sp. Atk stat.▶ All opponents | Normal | — | 100% | |
| TM80 | Rock SlideLarge boulders are hurled at the foe to inflict damage. It may also make the target flinch.▶ All opponents | Rock | 75 | 90% | |
| TM82 | Sleep TalkWhile it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.▶ User | Normal | — | — | |
| TM83 | Natural GiftThe user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% | |
| TM87 | SwaggerThe user enrages the foe into confusion. However, it also sharply raises the foe’s Attack stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 90% | |
| TM90 | SubstituteThe user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.▶ User | Normal | — | — | |
| HM01 | CutThe foe is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 50 | 95% | |
| HM04 | StrengthThe foe is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move boulders.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 80 | 100% | |
| HM06 | Rock SmashThe user hits with a punch that may lower the target’s Defense. It can also smash cracked boulders.▶ Selected Pokémon | Fighting | 40 | 100% | |
| HM08 | Rock ClimbA charging attack that may also leave the foe confused. It can also be used to scale rocky walls.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 90 | 85% |
Tutor: HeadbuttThe user attacks with its head. It may make the foe flinch. To find Pokémon, hit trees.▶ Selected Pokémon, SwiftStar-shaped rays are shot at the foe. This attack never misses.▶ All opponents, SnoreAn attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the foe flinch.▶ Selected Pokémon, Mud-SlapThe user hurls mud in the foe’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.▶ Selected Pokémon, OutrageThe user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. However, it then becomes confused.▶ Random opponent, Fury CutterThe foe is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.▶ Selected Pokémon, TwisterThe user whips up a vicious tornado to tear at the foe. It may also make the foe flinch.▶ All opponents, Earth PowerThe user makes the ground under the foe erupt with power. It may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.▶ Selected Pokémon, Draco MeteorComets are summoned down from the sky. The attack’s recoil sharply reduces the user’s Sp. Atk stat.▶ Selected Pokémon, Iron HeadThe foe slams the target with its steel-hard head. It may also make the target flinch.▶ Selected Pokémon
Egg moves: Body SlamThe user drops onto the foe with its full body weight. It may leave the foe paralyzed.▶ Selected Pokémon, ThrashThe user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. It then becomes confused, however.▶ Random opponent, Double-EdgeA reckless, life- risking tackle. It also damages the user by a fairly large amount, however.▶ Selected Pokémon, Scary FaceThe user frightens the foe with a scary face to sharply reduce its Speed stat.▶ Selected Pokémon, OutrageThe user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. However, it then becomes confused.▶ Random opponent, Dragon BreathThe user exhales a mighty gust that inflicts damage. It may also paralyze the target.▶ Selected Pokémon, Metal ClawThe foe is raked with steel claws. It may also raise the user’s Attack stat.▶ Selected Pokémon, TwisterThe user whips up a vicious tornado to tear at the foe. It may also make the foe flinch.▶ All opponents, Sand TombThe user traps the foe inside a harshly raging sandstorm for two to five turns.▶ Selected Pokémon, Mud ShotThe user attacks by hurling a blob of mud at the foe. It also reduces the target’s Speed.▶ Selected Pokémon, Iron HeadThe foe slams the target with its steel-hard head. It may also make the target flinch.▶ Selected Pokémon
