Stats & Training
Clefable's spread isn't flashy. HP leads, Speed trails, 3 stats clear the bar. Very hard to catch and worth 3 HP EVs, on a fast 800K XP curve.
Legend says that on clear, quiet nights, it listens for the voices of its kin living on the moon. I, too, often think of my homeland, so far away.
Clefable Weakness
Clefable is weak to Poison and Steel. On the flip side, it's immune to Dragon-type moves entirely. With 95 HP and balanced defenses, Clefable can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Poison, Steel |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fighting, Bug, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Dragon |
 Glimmora RockPoison | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Glimmora builds →Sludge Wave 2x88-104%KO Flash Cannon 2x50-59% Venoshock 2x61-72% Acid Spray 2x39-46% | ||
 Magnezone ElectricSteel | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Magnezone builds →Flash Cannon 2x75-88% Iron Head 2x54-64% | ||
 Lucario FightingSteel | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Lucario builds →Meteor Mash 2x85-101%KO Poison Jab 2x51-60% Flash Cannon 2x67-79% Metal Claw 2x48-56% | ||
 Tinkaton FairySteel | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Tinkaton builds →Flash Cannon 2x45-53% Metal Claw 2x36-42% | ||
 Toxtricity ElectricPoison | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Toxtricity builds →Belch 2x99-116%KO Poison Jab 2x69-81% Poison Tail 2x43-51% Acid Spray 2x34-41% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Alomomola builds →Flip Turn17-20% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureImpish Moves View Altaria builds →
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 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityOvercoat ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Mandibuzz builds →U Turn6-7% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBulletproof ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Chesnaught builds →Knock Off8-10% | ||
 | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityPrankster ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Sableye builds →Knock Off9-11% | ||
Scarlet & Violet Evolution
Clefable doesn't evolve through normal leveling. You'll need an evolution item to get here from Cleffa's line. Breed this form to get Cleffa eggs (quick to hatch). Evolving from Cleffa gave Clefable the biggest boost in Sp.Atk (+50), bringing the total to 483 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Clefable to get Cleffa eggs easily using 50 partners from the Fairy egg group.
Scarlet & Violet Clefable Best Moveset
Clefable's job is getting Stealth Rock up and staying on the field. Leftovers provides passive recovery each turn, Magic Guard helps it stick around, and max HP and Sp. Def EVs prioritize longevity. Soft-Boiled keeps it healthy between hits.
Best Build
Clefable best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Moonblast
- Soft Boiled
- Thunder Wave
- Stealth Rock
Recommended Teammates
Wall Moveset
- Moonblast
- Moonlight
- Calm Mind
- Stealth Rock
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Follow Me
- Moonblast
- Life Dew
- Helping Hand
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Meteor Mash and Moonblast bring the raw damage. But Clefable also picks up coverage across 14 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Clefable in Scarlet & Violet
Clefable can't be caught in Scarlet & Violet. Transfer Cleffa from Crystal, Diamond, or Legends: Arceus and evolve through the 3-stage chain to get it. The step cards below map the full chain.
Clefable Guide
In Scarlet & Violet, Don't let Clefable's 483 base stat total fool you. Magic Guard is what makes it tick. It punches way above its weight class. We rate it A-Tier. Moonblast with Leftovers is the standard set.
In Scarlet & Violet, Run Magic Guard on Clefable. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Clefable also gets Cute Charm and Unaware, but they don't compare.
In Scarlet & Violet, Clefable fills the balanced role. It's a special attacker with base 95 Sp. Atk. At base 60 Speed, it won't be moving first often. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
In Scarlet & Violet, the best way to handle Clefable: Super-effective STAB from faster Pokemon is the simplest answer. Poison and Steel-type attackers hit hardest.
Game Availability
Clefable has been part of the series since Red & Blue, appearing in 22 titles across all 10 generations. As a Gen 1 original, it's one of the most consistently available Pokemon in the franchise.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves