Kadabra sits in the middle of its evolution line — stronger than Abra but not yet at full power. Most trainers push through to Alakazam as fast as possible. Known as the Psi Pokemon. Its damage comes from the special side.
Sp. Atk leads and Defense gets almost nothing. That's Kadabra's stat line in a nutshell. 2 stats sit in respectable range, but the spread is brutal. Moderately hard to find and yields 2 Sp. Atk EVs.
It possesses strong spiritual power. The more danger it faces, the stronger its psychic power.
If it uses its abilities, it emits special alpha waves that cause machines to malfunction.
Kadabra Weakness
VulnerableKadabra is weak to Bug, Ghost, and Dark-type moves. Kadabra's special bulk (base 70 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
- Special stat split into Sp.Atk and Sp.Def
Sitting between Abra and Alakazam, Kadabra is part of a chain that requires a trade. Not your typical level-up setup. HP has grown the most so far (+15), but there's still another 100 stats to gain in the final evolution.
How to Evolve
Breed with Kadabra to get Abra eggs easily using 15 partners from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Barrier, Encore, Light Screen.
Kadabra runs a standard attacker set. A nature nature with flexible EVs EVs shapes the build, while Leftovers brings passive recovery each turn. An ability supports the kit from the background.
Best Build
Best Kadabra Moveset
- Psychic
- Recover
- Swagger
- Ice Punch
Recommended Teammates
Breeding opens up real options for Kadabra. Barrier and Encore come exclusively from egg moves, and they're worth the effort. The rest of the kit covers basics through Future Sight and Dream Eater and coverage across 8 types.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Kadabra sits at moderate rates across 2 spots in early-game routes. Pick one from the sorted list and commit to it. Jumping between areas wastes more time than waiting in the right location.
Where To Catch Kadabra in Gold & Silver
To get Kadabra, start by catching Abra through walking and gift encounters at Lv. 9-15. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
- Step 1Catch AbraEASYRoute 24GoldGrassLv.9UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 24SilverGrassLv.9UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 25GoldGrassLv.9UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 25SilverGrassLv.9UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 34GoldGrassLv.10UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 34SilverGrassLv.10UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 35GoldGrassLv.10UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 35SilverGrassLv.10UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 5SilverGrassLv.12-14UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 5GoldGrassLv.12-14UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 6SilverGrassLv.12-14UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 6GoldGrassLv.12-14UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 8GoldGrassLv.15UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 8SilverGrassLv.15UncommonEarlyRouteMODERATEGoldenrod City - Game CornerGoldGift from NPCLv.10LimitedEarlyCityPurchase: 200 coinsMODERATEGoldenrod City - Game CornerSilverGift from NPCLv.10LimitedEarlyCityPurchase: 200 coins
- Step 2Kadabra ✓CHALLENGINGRoute 8SilverGrassLv.15RareEarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 8GoldGrassLv.15RareEarlyRouteor evolve from Abra (Step 1)
Kadabra is meant to evolve into Alakazam. At 400 BST, the stats aren't there for competitive play yet. Pre-evolution Pokemon rarely hold up against fully evolved threats.
Kadabra's biggest threats include Scyther (Bug), Misdreavus (Ghost), and Tyranitar (Dark), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Kadabra's base 105 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
Base 105 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. On offense, Kadabra is a special attacker with base 120 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Fragile — can't afford to take many hits. Best used as a support.
Kadabra appears in 21 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
One of the original 151, Kadabra has appeared in 21 games — nearly every mainline game. From Red & Blue through the latest titles, it's rarely been left out of a regional Pokedex.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A