Pokemon Sword and Shield Metapod | Locations, Moves, Weaknesses

Pokemon Sword and Shield Metapod is a Bug Type Cocoon Pokémon, which makes it weak against Flying, Rock, Fire type moves. You can find and catch Metapod in Rolling Fields - Area 2 with a 10% chance to appear during Normal Weather weather. The Max IV Stats of Metapod are 50 HP, 20 Attack, 25 SP Attack, 55 Defense, 25 SP Defense, and 30 Speed.

Regular

Shiny

Metapod Galar Pokedex ID: 14

Bug

Weight
21.8lbs 9.9kg

Category
Cocoon Pokémon

Height
2'04" 0.7m

Exp Group
Bug

Egg Steps
3,840

Hatch Cycle
15

Ev Yield
2 Defense Point(s)

Exp Group
MediumFast

Gender
♂ 50.2% ♀ 49.8%

List of Metapod Max IV Stats in Pokemon SW SH.

Total	205
HP	50
Attack	20
Defense	55
Special Attack	25
Special Defense	25
Speed	30

Based on this pokemon's stats we consider the best nature for Metapod to have is Bold, this will increase it's Defense and decrease it's Attack stats.

Metapod Abilities

Ability	Type	Effect
Shed Skin	Normal	The Pokémon may heal its own status conditions by shedding its skin.

Sword Pokedex Entry
It is waiting for the moment to evolve. At this stage, it can only harden, so it remains motionless to avoid attack.

Shield Pokedex Entry
Even though it is encased in a sturdy shell, the body inside is tender. It can’t withstand a harsh attack.

Pokedex

Pokemon Sword and Shield Metapod Evolutions

How do i get Metapod's evolution in Pokemon Sword and Shield?

Pokemon Sword and Shield Caterpie evolves into Metapod when you reach Level 7. Metapod then evolves into its final evolution Butterfree when you reach Level 10.

Caterpie

Level 7

Metapod

Level 10

Butterfree

Pokemon	CP	Atk	Def	Sp Atk	Sp Def	Hp	Spd
Caterpie	195	30	35	20	20	45	45
Metapod	205	20	55	25	25	50	30
Butterfree	395	45	50	90	80	60	70

Evolution Chart

Metapod Locations in Pokemon Sword and Shield

Where do i find and how to get Metapod?

A popular spawn location you can find Metapod is in the Rolling Fields - Area 2 area with a 10% chance to spawn during Normal weather.

Overworld Spawns (Visible in-game)

Location	Spawn	Lvl
Rolling Fields - Area 2	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields - Area 2	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields - Area 2	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields - Area 2	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields - Area 2	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields - Area 2	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields - Area 2	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields - Area 2	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields - Area 2	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	10%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	10%	7 - 10
East Lake Axewell - Area 2	75%	8 - 11
East Lake Axewell - Area 2	25%	8 - 11
East Lake Axewell - Area 2	75%	8 - 11
East Lake Axewell - Area 2	75%	8 - 11
East Lake Axewell - Area 2	75%	8 - 11
East Lake Axewell - Area 2	75%	8 - 11
East Lake Axewell - Area 2	75%	8 - 11
East Lake Axewell - Area 2	75%	8 - 11
East Lake Axewell - Area 2	25%	8 - 11
East Lake Axewell	30%	12 - 15
Giant's Mirror	40%	28 - 30
Rolling Fields	75%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	75%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	25%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	25%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	25%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	25%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	25%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	25%	7 - 10
Rolling Fields	75%	7 - 10

Non Overworld Spawns (NOT Visible - Randomly found in tall grass)

Location	Spawn	Lvl
Route 1	15%	2 - 5
Rolling Fields	5%	7 - 9
Rolling Fields	5%	7 - 9
Rolling Fields	5%	7 - 9
Rolling Fields	5%	7 - 9
Rolling Fields	5%	7 - 9
Slumbering Weald - Deep	5%	45 - 47

Weather Guide

Pokemon Sword and Shield Metapod Raids

Where do i find Metapod Raids?

You can find Metapod raids in the following locations: Bridge Field, Dappled Grove, Rolling Fields, South Lake Miloch.

You can Click/Tap the links below to view where to find Metapod Raid Spawn Locations in Pokemon Sw and Sh.

3-Star Metapod
Lv. 35-40
Gender: Random
Ability: Hidden
Selection Probabilities:
2-Star Desired: 20%
3-Star Desired: 10%
Drops:
100% TR18 Leech Life
100% TR61 Bug Buzz
80% Iapapa Berry
80% Pomeg Berry
30% Balm Mushroom
30% Big Mushroom
30% Tiny Mushroom
25% Rare Candy
1% Bottle Cap
Bonus Drops:
5% Exp. Candy M
1% Dynamax Candy
1% Exp. Candy L

3-Star Metapod
Lv. 35-40
Gender: Random
Ability: Hidden
Selection Probabilities:
2-Star Desired: 20%
3-Star Desired: 30%
Drops:
100% TR60 X-Scissor
100% TR96 Pollen Puff
80% Kelpsy Berry
80% Lum Berry
30% Balm Mushroom
30% Big Mushroom
30% Tiny Mushroom
25% Rare Candy
1% Bottle Cap
Bonus Drops:
5% Exp. Candy M
1% Dynamax Candy
1% Exp. Candy L

Pokemon Sword and Shield Metapod Weakness

Metapod is a Bug Type pokemon. This will cause it to take More Damage from Flying, Rock, Fire Type Moves and will take Less Damage from Fighting, Ground, Grass type moves.

Damage	Types
4.0x Damage
2.0x Damage	Flying Rock Fire
0.5x Damage	Fighting Ground Grass
0.25x Damage
Immune to Damage

What pokemon is Metapod Weak Against?

Pokemon	Type 1	Type 2	CP
Tyranitar	Rock	Dark	600
Arcanine	Fire		555
Togekiss	Fairy	Flying	545
Gyarados	Water	Flying	540
Noivern	Flying	Dragon	535

What pokemon is Metapod Strong Against?

Pokemon	Type 1	Type 2	CP
Rhyperior	Ground	Rock	535
Mamoswine	Ice	Ground	530
Leafeon	Grass		525
Lucario	Fighting	Steel	525
Hippowdon	Ground		525

View Type Chart

Pokemon SW and SH Metapod Moves List

What moves can Metapod learn from TMs, TRs, and Leveling?

Metapod can learn the normal type move Harden at level 00. This Status move Raises user's Defense. Bolded Pow numbers are adjusted for this pokemon's Bug type +50% STAB damage.

Level Up Moves
(Learned)
TM Moves
(Reusable Item)
TR Moves
(One Time Use Item)

Metapod Level Up Moves

Lvl	Move	Type	Class	Pow	Acc	PP	Effect
00	Harden		Status	—	—	30	Raises user's Defense.

TM Moves Metapod can learn

TM	Move	Type	Class	Pow	Acc	PP	Effect
TM82	Electroweb		Special	55	95	15	Lowers opponent's Speed.

Metapod TR Moves

TR	Move	Type	Class	Pow	Acc	PP	Effect
TR46	Iron Defense		Status	—	—	15	Sharply raises user's Defense.

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Last updated 12 months ago on October 23, 2020 by RankedBoost