Klang's spread isn't flashy. Defense leads, Speed trails, 3 stats clear the bar. Moderately hard to find and worth 2 Defense EVs, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
When Klang goes all out, the minigear links up perfectly with the outer part of the big gear, and this Pokémon’s rotation speed increases sharply.
Many companies in the Galar region choose Klang as their logo. This Pokémon is considered the symbol of industrial technology.
Klang is weak to Fire, Fighting, and Ground. On the flip side, it's immune to Poison-type moves entirely. 10 resistances give it solid defensive coverage on top of that. With 60 HP and balanced defenses, Klang can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Fighting, Ground |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Normal, Grass, Ice, Flying, Psychic, Bug, Rock, Dragon, Steel, Fairy |
| 0x (Immune) | Poison |
Hippowdon can KO Klang with Earthquake (97-114%). Delphox threatens a KO with Flamethrower (119-140%).
 Hippowdon Ground | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySand Stream ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Klang View Hippowdon builds →Earthquake 2x97-114%KO | ||
 Delphox FirePsychic | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBlaze ItemDelphoxite NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Klang View Delphox builds →Flamethrower 2x119-140%KO Psyshock26-31% | ||
 Gallade PsychicFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySharpness ItemLum Berry NatureJolly Moves View Gallade builds →
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 Charizard Fire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBlaze ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Klang View Charizard builds →Scorching Sands 2x60-70% Flamethrower 2x115-136%KO Hurricane35-41% Air Slash24-28% | ||
 Machamp Fighting | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityNoguard ItemAssault Vest NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Klang View Machamp builds →Stone Edge24-28% Bullet Punch10-11% Knock Off31-37% | ||
Klang is the middle stage between Klink and Klinklang. It's a three-stage line with one more evolution to go. For breeding, average hatch time with no compatible partners via one egg group. Attack has grown the most so far (+25), but there's still another 80 stats to gain in the final evolution. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Klang is genderless — breed with Ditto to produce Klink eggs. Part of the Mineral egg group.
Ditto onlyBest Build
No build content available for this Pokemon in Gen 8.
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Moves
Klang develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Zap Cannon and Hyper Beam show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Klang develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Zap Cannon and Hyper Beam show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Klang develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Zap Cannon and Hyper Beam show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
Klang develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Zap Cannon and Hyper Beam show up naturally, and the progression handles both STAB and utility without leaning on TMs for the core attacks.
high spawn rates across 4 locations for Klang in late-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Klang in Sword & Shield
The path to Klang starts with Klink at Lv. 7-49 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch KlinkWest Lake AxewellSwordGrass Lv.7-11 Cave40%EarlySnowstormWest Lake AxewellShieldGrass Lv.7-11 Cave40%EarlySnowstormSouth Lake MilochSwordGrass Lv.11-13 Water40%EarlySnowstormSouth Lake MilochShieldGrass Lv.11-13 Water40%EarlySnowstormWest Lake AxewellSwordOverworld Lv.8-14 Cave25%EarlySnowstormWest Lake AxewellShieldOverworld Lv.8-14 Cave25%EarlySnowstormSouth Lake MilochSwordOverworld Lv.14-16 Water25%EarlySnowstormSouth Lake MilochShieldOverworld Lv.14-16 Water25%EarlySnowstormDappled GroveShieldGrass Lv.11-15 Forest20%EarlySnowstormDappled GroveSwordGrass Lv.11-15 Forest20%EarlySnowstormRoute 3SwordGrass Lv.8-13 Route9%EarlyAll WeatherRoute 3ShieldGrass Lv.8-13 Route9%EarlyAll WeatherNorth Lake MilochShieldOverworld Lv.26-28 Water25%MidSnowstormNorth Lake MilochSwordOverworld Lv.26-28 Water25%MidSnowstormHammerlocke HillsSwordGrass Lv.28-3010%MidHeavy FogHammerlocke HillsSwordGrass Lv.28-3010%MidOvercastHammerlocke HillsShieldGrass Lv.28-3010%MidThunderstormHammerlocke HillsSwordGrass Lv.28-3010%MidNormal WeatherHammerlocke HillsShieldGrass Lv.28-3010%MidIntense SunHammerlocke HillsSwordGrass Lv.28-3010%MidSnowstormHammerlocke HillsShieldGrass Lv.28-3010%MidSnowingHammerlocke HillsShieldGrass Lv.28-3010%MidSandstormHammerlocke HillsShieldGrass Lv.28-3010%MidRainingHammerlocke HillsSwordGrass Lv.28-3010%MidThunderstormHammerlocke HillsShieldGrass Lv.28-3010%MidHeavy FogHammerlocke HillsSwordGrass Lv.28-3010%MidIntense SunHammerlocke HillsShieldGrass Lv.28-3010%MidOvercastHammerlocke HillsSwordGrass Lv.28-3010%MidSnowingHammerlocke HillsShieldGrass Lv.28-3010%MidNormal WeatherHammerlocke HillsSwordGrass Lv.28-3010%MidSandstormHammerlocke HillsShieldGrass Lv.28-3010%MidSnowstormHammerlocke HillsSwordGrass Lv.28-3010%MidRainingAxew's EyeShieldGrass Lv.35-4040%LateSnowstormAxew's EyeSwordGrass Lv.35-4040%LateSnowstorm
Step 2Klang ✓Dusty BowlShieldGrass Lv.40-4530%LateSnowstormDusty BowlSwordGrass Lv.40-4530%LateSnowstormRoute 10 - Near StationSwordGrass Lv.43-46 Route30%LateAll WeatherRoute 10 - Near StationShieldGrass Lv.44-49 Route30%LateAll Weatheror evolve from Klink (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Klang in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Bring Klink over from Black, Black 2, or Sword, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Klang in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Step 1Obtain KlinkCatch in the wild in:
Then trade to Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon to continue the evolution chain.
Also found in:
Step 2Klang ✓
No wild encounters for Klang. The 2-stage line runs through Klink, which you can catch at moderate rates from the locations below. Evolve at level 38 once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Klang in Sun & Moon
- Step 1Catch KlinkHau'oli CitySunGrass Lv.8 CityEarlyIsland Scan (Thursday)Hau'oli CityMoonGrass Lv.8 CityEarlyIsland Scan (Thursday)
- Step 2Klang ✓
You're catching Klink first, not Klang. Klink appears at solid rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 2-stage line with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Klang in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire
Klink is your first catch on the way to Klang. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 36-38 across 6 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch KlinkMirage Spots - Area 25Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.36-3880%LateMirage Spots - Area 25Omega RubyGrass Lv.36-3880%LateMirage Spots - Area 29Omega RubyGrass Lv.36-3880%LateMirage Spots - Area 29Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.36-3880%LateMirage Spots - Area 26Alpha SapphireGrass Lv.36-3850%LateMirage Spots - Area 26Omega RubyGrass Lv.36-3850%Late
Step 2Klang ✓
Klang isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Klinklang to unlock its full potential. At 440 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Plus is the go-to ability for Klang. It increases Special Attack to 1.5× when a friendly Pokémon has plus or minus. Its hidden ability Clear Body can work in specific setups. Minus is the other option. Pick based on what your team needs.
Klang fills the balanced role. It's a mixed attacker with base 80 Attack and 70 Sp. Atk. Base 50 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Introduced in Black & White, Klang has appeared in 7 games across 6 generations. Later debuts mean fewer total appearances, but it's been a consistent presence since its introduction.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
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 5BWDebut
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