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.
- Fairy type does not exist — Dragon has fewer checks
- Physical / Special split now per-move (introduced Gen IV)
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 39 partners from the Humanshape egg group. Notable egg moves include Barrier, Encore, Fire Punch and 5 more.
Best Build
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The TM pool is where it gets interesting. Coverage across 10 types means almost nothing walls Kadabra cleanly, with Future Sight and Dream Eater anchoring the STAB side. Matchup flexibility isn't a problem.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
6 encounter spots for Kadabra at decent spawn rates starting from early-game routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
Where To Catch Kadabra in HeartGold & SoulSilver
To get Kadabra, start by catching Abra through walking and gift encounters at Lv. 9-46. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch AbraEASYRoute 24HeartGoldGrassLv.9UncommonEarlyRouteMorningEASYRoute 24SoulSilverGrassLv.9UncommonEarlyRouteMorningEASYRoute 25SoulSilverGrassLv.9UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 25HeartGoldGrassLv.9UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 34HeartGoldGrassLv.10UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 34SoulSilverGrassLv.10UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 35HeartGoldGrassLv.10UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 35SoulSilverGrassLv.10UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 24HeartGoldGrassLv.10UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 24SoulSilverGrassLv.10UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 5HeartGoldGrassLv.12-14UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 5SoulSilverGrassLv.12-14UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 6HeartGoldGrassLv.12-14UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 6SoulSilverGrassLv.12-14UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 8HeartGoldGrassLv.15UncommonEarlyRouteEASYRoute 8SoulSilverGrassLv.15UncommonEarlyRouteMODERATEGoldenrod City - Game CornerHeartGoldGift from NPCLv.15LimitedEarlyCityPurchase: 200 coinsMODERATEGoldenrod City - Game CornerSoulSilverGift from NPCLv.15LimitedEarlyCityPurchase: 200 coins
Step 2Kadabra ✓CHALLENGINGRoute 8SoulSilverGrassLv.15RareEarlyRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 8HeartGoldGrassLv.15RareEarlyRouteEASYCerulean Cave - 2FHeartGoldGrassLv.42UncommonLateCaveEASYCerulean Cave - 2FSoulSilverGrassLv.42UncommonLateCaveEASYCerulean Cave - B1FHeartGoldGrassLv.46UncommonPostCaveEASYCerulean Cave - B1FSoulSilverGrassLv.46UncommonPostCaveor 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.
Magic Guard is what you want on Kadabra. Every competitive set worth running is built with that ability in mind. The alternatives (Synchronize, Inner Focus) work on paper but Magic Guard is what makes Kadabra worth using. With base 105 Speed, Magic Guard gives Kadabra an edge before opponents can react.
Base 105 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. On offense, Kadabra is a mixed attacker — base 35 Attack and 120 Sp. Atk. Defensively? Fragile — can't afford to take many hits. Best used as a sweeper.
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