#0290 · New Hoenn #043 · omega ruby alpha sapphire · gen 6
Trainee Pokémon
Nincada lives underground for many years in complete darkness. This Pokémon absorbs nutrients from the roots of trees. It stays motionless as it waits for evolution.
Total: 266
Compound Eyes
Increases moves' accuracy to 1.3×.
Run Away (oculta)
Ensures success fleeing from wild battles.
EV yield (atual): +1 DEF
| Local | Método | Chance | Levels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Road 116 (omega-ruby) | Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave | 35% | 4 |
| Road 116 (alpha-sapphire) | Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave | 35% | 4 |
| Level | Move | Tipo | Cat. | Poder | Prec. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ScratchHard, pointed, sharp claws rake the target to inflict damage.▶ Selected Pokémon | 40 | 100% | ||
| 1 | HardenThe user stiffens all the muscles in its body to raise its Defense stat.▶ User |
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| 5 | Leech LifeThe user drains the target’s blood. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.▶ Selected Pokémon | Inseto | 20 | 100% |
| 9 | Sand AttackSand is hurled in the target’s face, reducing the target’s accuracy.▶ Selected Pokémon | Terra | — | 100% |
| 13 | Fury SwipesThe target is raked with sharp claws or scythes quickly two to five times in a row.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 18 | 80% |
| 17 | Mud-SlapThe user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.▶ Selected Pokémon | Terra | 20 | 100% |
| 21 | Metal ClawThe target is raked with steel claws. This may also raise the user’s Attack stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Aço | 50 | 95% |
| 25 | Mind ReaderThe user senses the target’s movements with its mind to ensure its next attack does not miss the target.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | — |
| 29 | BideThe user endures attacks for two turns, then strikes back to cause double the damage taken.▶ User | Normal | — | — |
| 33 | False SwipeA restrained attack that prevents the target from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 40 | 100% |
| 37 | DigThe user burrows, then attacks on the next turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.▶ Selected Pokémon | Terra | 80 | 100% |
| TM | Move | Tipo | Cat. | Poder | Prec. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TM01 | Hone ClawsThe user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.▶ User | Sombrio | — | — | |
| TM06 | ToxicA move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.▶ Selected Pokémon | Veneno | — | 90% | |
| TM10 | Hidden PowerA unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 60 | 100% | |
| TM11 | Sunny DayThe user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.▶ Entire field | Fogo | — | — | |
| TM17 | ProtectEnables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.▶ User | Normal | — | — | |
| TM21 | FrustrationA full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% | |
| TM22 | Solar BeamA two-turn attack. The user gathers light, then blasts a bundled beam on the next turn.▶ Selected Pokémon | Planta | 120 | 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 next turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.▶ Selected Pokémon | Terra | 80 | 100% | |
| TM30 | Shadow BallThe user hurls a shadowy blob at the target. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Fantasma | 80 | 100% | |
| TM32 | Double TeamBy moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.▶ User | Normal | — | — | |
| TM37 | SandstormA five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types.▶ Entire field | Pedra | — | — | |
| TM40 | Aerial AceThe user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. This attack never misses.▶ Selected Pokémon | Voador | 60 | — | |
| TM42 | FacadeAn attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 70 | 100% | |
| TM44 | RestThe user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status conditions.▶ User | Psíquico | — | — | |
| TM48 | RoundThe user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 60 | 100% | |
| TM54 | False SwipeA restrained attack that prevents the target from fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 40 | 100% | |
| TM70 | FlashThe user flashes a bright light that cuts the target’s accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate dark caves.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 100% | |
| TM76 | Struggle BugWhile resisting, the user attacks the opposing Pokémon. This lowers the Sp. Atk stat of those hit.▶ All opponents | Inseto | 50 | 100% | |
| TM81 | X-ScissorThe user slashes at the target by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.▶ Selected Pokémon | Inseto | 80 | 100% | |
| TM87 | SwaggerThe user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | 90% | |
| TM88 | Sleep TalkWhile it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.▶ User | Normal | — | — | |
| TM90 | SubstituteThe user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.▶ User | Normal | — | — | |
| TM94 | Secret PowerAn attack whose additional effects depend upon where it was used. Can also be used to make a Secret Base.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 70 | 100% | |
| TM100 | ConfideThe user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | — | — | |
| HM01 | CutThe target is cut with a scythe or claw. This can also be used to cut down thin trees.▶ Selected Pokémon | Normal | 50 | 95% |
Tutor: SnoreAn attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.▶ Selected Pokémon, SpiteThe user unleashes its grudge on the move last used by the target by cutting 4 PP from it.▶ Selected Pokémon, Giga DrainA nutrient-draining attack. The user’s HP is restored by half the damage taken by the target.▶ Selected Pokémon, Bug BiteThe user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect.▶ Selected Pokémon
compound eyes compound eyes, run away
Egg moves: GustA gust of wind is whipped up by wings and launched at the target to inflict damage.▶ Selected Pokémon, Feint AttackThe user approaches the target disarmingly, then throws a sucker punch. This attack never misses.▶ Selected Pokémon, EndureThe user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.▶ User, Silver WindThe target is attacked with powdery scales blown by wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats.▶ Selected Pokémon, Night SlashThe user slashes the target the instant an opportunity arises. Critical hits land more easily.▶ Selected Pokémon, Bug BuzzThe user vibrates its wings to generate a damaging sound wave. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def stat.▶ Selected Pokémon, Bug BiteThe user bites the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect.▶ Selected Pokémon, Final GambitThe user risks everything to attack its target. The user faints but does damage equal to its HP.▶ Selected Pokémon