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.
A timid fairy Pokémon that is rarely seen, it will run and hide the moment it senses people.
Their ears are sensitive enough to hear a pin drop from over a mile away, so they’re usually found in quiet places.
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 |
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Hydreigon builds →Dark Pulse18-21% U Turn5-6% Flamethrower26-31% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityOvercoat ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Mandibuzz builds →U Turn4-5% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBeastboost ItemRocky Helmet NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Buzzwole builds →Close Combat23-27% Earthquake25-30% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureRelaxed Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Slowbro builds →Scald24-28% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBulletproof ItemKommoniumz NatureNaive Moves
Damage vs Clefable View Kommo-o builds →Drain Punch10-12% Flamethrower23-27% | ||
Sword & Shield 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 43 partners from the Fairy egg group. Notable egg moves include Aromatherapy, Heal Pulse, Present and 2 more.
Sword & Shield Clefable Best Moveset
This is a pure walling set. Leftovers provides passive recovery each turn so Clefable sticks around, and the Bold nature reinforces physical wall. Soft-Boiled handles sustain while Magic Guard does work passively.
Best Build
Clefable best EVs are HP and Defense
Wall Moveset
- Moonblast
- Soft Boiled
- Calm Mind
- Knock Off
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Wall Moveset
- Follow Me
- Soft Boiled
- Protect
- Icy Wind
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Meteor Mash and Moonblast 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.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Clefable in Sword & Shield
This 3-stage chain starts with Cleffa, a baby that doesn't spawn wild. Breed Clefairy at the nursery to hatch one, then level through the stages to reach Clefable.
How to Obtain Clefable in Sword & Shield
To get Clefable, start by catching Cleffa through walking encounters at Lv. 26-65. The chain covers 1 catchable stage before reaching the final form.
Step 1Breed Cleffa from ClefairyBreed from Clefairy at the Day Care.
Step 2Catch or Evolve ClefairyMotostoke RiverbankSwordOverworld Lv.26-2840%MidHeavy FogMotostoke RiverbankShieldOverworld Lv.28-3040%MidHeavy FogGiant's CapShieldOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidHeavy FogGiant's CapSwordOverworld Lv.28-3035%MidHeavy FogGiant's Cap - 2SwordOverworld Lv.28-3010%MidHeavy FogGiant's Cap - 2ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3010%MidHeavy FogGiant's Cap - 3ShieldOverworld Lv.28-3210%MidHeavy FogGiant's Cap - 3SwordOverworld Lv.29-3210%MidHeavy FogGiant's BedShieldOverworld Lv.60-655%PostHeavy FogGiant's BedSwordOverworld Lv.60-655%PostHeavy FogSnowslide SlopeShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice5%PostHeavy FogSnowslide SlopeSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Ice5%PostHeavy FogTunnel to the TopShieldOverworld Lv.60-65 Cave5%PostAll WeatherTunnel to the TopSwordOverworld Lv.60-65 Cave5%PostAll Weatheror evolve from Cleffa (Step 1)
Step 3Clefable ✓
Clefable Guide
In Sword & Shield, 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 Sword & Shield, 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 Sword & Shield, 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 Sword & Shield, 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