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 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 |
 | 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% | ||
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 66 partners from the Fairy egg group.
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
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
Legends: Arceus uses different battle mechanics.
Competitive build content is not applicable for this game. Select a main series game for builds.
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
Moonblast and Double-Edge bring the raw damage. But Clefable also picks up coverage across 13 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
Clefable's movepool balances level-up moves with TM options. Consistent STAB comes from Moonblast and Play Rough, and coverage across 10 types keeps opponents from switching in for free. No major gaps here.
Meteor Mash and Moonblast bring the raw damage. But Clefable also picks up coverage across 12 types from TMs, making it tough to find a safe switch. You're not locked into one angle here.
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.
No wild encounters for Clefable in Legends: Z-A. Bring Cleffa over from Crystal, Diamond, or Legends: Arceus, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
Clefable appears at decent spawn rates across 1 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Clefable in Legends: Arceus
Cleffa is your first catch on the way to Clefable. You'll find walking encounters from walking across 3 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch CleffaFabled SpringGrassUncommon
Step 3Clefable ✓Fabled SpringGrassUncommonor evolve from Clefairy (Step 2)
You're catching Cleffa first, not Clefable. Cleffa appears at decent rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 3-stage chain with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Clefable in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl
The path to Clefable starts with Cleffa at Lv. 12-42 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch CleffaMt. Coronet - Route 211 EntranceShining PearlGrass Lv.12 Cave25%EarlyMorningMt. Coronet - Route 211 EntranceBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.12 Cave25%EarlyMorningMt. Coronet - Route 207 EntranceBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.14 Cave25%EarlyMorningMt. Coronet - Route 207 EntranceShining PearlGrass Lv.14 Cave25%EarlyMorningMt. Coronet - Route 211 EntranceShining PearlGrass Lv.12 Cave5%EarlyMt. Coronet - Route 211 EntranceBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.12 Cave5%EarlyMt. Coronet - Route 207 EntranceBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.14 Cave5%EarlyMt. Coronet - Route 207 EntranceShining PearlGrass Lv.14 Cave5%Early
Step 2Catch or Evolve ClefairyMt. Coronet - B1FBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.30-32 Cave15%MidMt. Coronet - B1FShining PearlGrass Lv.30-32 Cave15%MidMt. Coronet - Route 216 EntranceBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.30-32 Cave15%MidMt. Coronet - Route 216 EntranceShining PearlGrass Lv.30-32 Cave15%MidMt. Coronet - 2FBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.36-38 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - 2FShining PearlGrass Lv.36-38 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - 3FBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.36-38 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - 3FShining PearlGrass Lv.36-38 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - 4FBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.38-40 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - 4FShining PearlGrass Lv.38-40 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - 5FBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.38-40 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - 5FShining PearlGrass Lv.38-40 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - Top CaveBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.38-40 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - Top CaveShining PearlGrass Lv.38-40 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - 6FBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.40-42 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - 6FShining PearlGrass Lv.40-42 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - 7FBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.40-42 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - 7FShining PearlGrass Lv.40-42 Cave15%LateMt. Coronet - SummitBrilliant DiamondGrass Lv.38-39 Cave5%LateMt. Coronet - SummitShining PearlGrass Lv.38-39 Cave5%Lateor evolve from Cleffa (Step 1)
Step 3Clefable ✓
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.
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.
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.
Best way to handle Clefable: Super-effective STAB from faster Pokemon is the simplest answer. Poison and Steel-type attackers hit hardest.
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.
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