Hey, I’m Zathong and this guide is about Metapod in Pokémon. Learn more about Metapod’s type, abilities, weaknesses, evolution, name and location.
| Type | Bug |
| Height | 2′ 04″ |
| Weight | 21.8 lbs |
| Abilities | Shed Skin The Pokémon may heal its own status conditions by shedding its skin. |
| Gender | ♂ ♀ |
Versions:
- It is waiting for the moment to evolve. At this stage, it can only harden, so it remains motionless to avoid attack.
- Even though it is encased in a sturdy shell, the body inside is tender. It can’t withstand a harsh attack.
Metapod Name in Japanese and Languages others
| Languages | Name |
|---|---|
| English, Spanish, Italian | Metapod |
| Japanese | トランセル (Transel) |
| German | Safcon |
| French | Chrysacier |
| Origin | metamorphosis: a transformation pod; a cocoon |
Metapod Weaknesses
| Weaknesses |
|---|
| Fire |
| Flying |
| Rock |
Metapod Evolution
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Bug | Flying
Metapod changes
- In Generation 1, Metapod has a base Special stat of 25.
- In Generations 2-7, Metapod has a base Friendship value of 70.
Metapod where to find for…
| Red | Route 25, Viridian Forest |
| Blue | Route 24, 25, Viridian Forest |
| Yellow | Viridian Forest |
| Gold | Route 2, 26, 27, 30, 31, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, Azalea Town, Ilex Forest, Lake of Rage, National Park |
| Silver | National Park |
| Crystal | Route 24, 25, Ilex Forest, National Park |
| Ruby Sapphire | Trade/migrate from another game |
| FireRed LeafGreen | Route 24, 25, Pattern Bush, Viridian Forest |
| Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum | Eterna Forest |
| HeartGold | Route 2, 30, 31, 47, Ilex Forest, National Park, Viridian Forest |
| SoulSilver | National Park |
| Black | Trade/migrate from another game |
| White | Route 12 |
| Black 2 White 2 | Trade/migrate from another game |
| X | Evolve Caterpie |
| Y | Santalune Forest |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sun Moon | Route 1, 5, Melemele Meadow, Lush Jungle |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon | Route 5, Melemele Meadow, Lush Jungle |
| Let’s Go Pikachu Let’s Go Eevee | Viridian Forest |
| Sword Shield | Rolling Fields |
| Brilliant Diamond | Evolve Caterpie |
| Shining Pearl | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
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