Stats & Training
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.
Many odd things happen if this Pokémon is close by. For example, it makes clocks run backward.
Many odd things happen if this Pokémon is close by. For example, it makes clocks run backward.
Kadabra Weakness
Kadabra is weak to Bug, Ghost, and Dark. Kadabra's special bulk (base 70 Sp.Def) helps absorb special-type weaknesses, though physical moves exploit the lower Defense.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Bug, Ghost, Dark |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fighting, Psychic |
 Venomoth BugPoison | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Kadabra View Venomoth builds →Bug Buzz 2x110-130%KO Leech Life 2x135-159%KO | ||
 Parasect BugGrass | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Kadabra View Parasect builds →Leech Life 2x182-214%KO X-Scissor 2x182-214%KO | ||
 Butterfree Bug | C | |
 Beedrill BugPoison | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Kadabra View Beedrill builds →Twineedle 2x57-68% Pin Missile 2x57-68% | ||
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, Chandelure can KO Kadabra with Shadow Ball (173-204%). Hydreigon threatens a KO with Dark Pulse (156-183%). Volcarona deals 51-61% with Giga Drain.
 Chandelure GhostFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Kadabra View Chandelure builds →Shadow Ball 2x173-204%KO Flamethrower97-114%KO | ||
 Hydreigon DarkDragon | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemChoice Scarf NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Kadabra View Hydreigon builds →Draco Meteor125-148%KO Dark Pulse 2x156-183%KO U Turn 2x105-124%KO | ||
 Volcarona BugFire | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Kadabra View Volcarona builds →Giga Drain51-61% | ||
 Weavile DarkIce | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemChoice Band NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Kadabra View Weavile builds →Knock Off 2x334-394%KO Ice Shard103-121%KO Pursuit 2x206-243%KO | ||
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee Evolution
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. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee Kadabra Best Moveset
Best Build
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee uses different battle mechanics.
Competitive build content is not applicable for this game. Select a main series game for builds.
Moves
Leveling does the heavy lifting. Kadabra picks up Psychic and Dream Eater along the way, building toward a complete offensive set. TMs add coverage across 10 types, but the foundation's already strong by then.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Kadabra in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
You'll want mid-game access before hunting Kadabra. Low spawn rates across 4 encounter spots means the location matters. Sort by Best below and target the top-rated area first.
Where To Catch Kadabra in Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee
The path to Kadabra starts with Abra at Lv. 11-27 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch AbraRoute 5Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.11-16 Route5%EarlyRoute 5Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.11-16 Route5%EarlyRoute 6Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.11-16 Route5%EarlyRoute 6Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.11-16 Route5%EarlyRoute 7Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.22-27 Route4%MidRoute 7Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.22-27 Route4%MidRoute 8Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.22-27 Route4%MidRoute 8Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.22-27 Route4%Mid
Step 2Kadabra ✓Route 7Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.22-27 Route1%MidRoute 7Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.22-27 Route1%MidRoute 8Let's Go EeveeGrass Lv.22-27 Route1%MidRoute 8Let's Go PikachuGrass Lv.22-27 Route1%Midor evolve from Abra (Step 1)
Kadabra Guide
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.
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, 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.
In Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee, Magic Guard is the hidden ability. It protects against damage not directly caused by a move. Worth hunting for if you want Kadabra to compete at a higher level.
Game Availability
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.
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