Kricketune Best Moveset
85 Attack at 65 Speed on Bug with AbilityTechnician boosting weak moves by 50%. The moveset runs Technician-boosted Bug TermStab at moderate power. 77/51/51 bulk doesn't survive much. Technician adds value but the base Attack needs more behind it to threaten.
Technician boosted weak moves in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). Bug Bite at 90 effective power from 85 Attack. 384 BST was the real problem underneath.
Best Moves
Best Build
Kricketune best EVs are Sp. Def and Speed
Wall Moveset
- Perish Song
- Rest
- Sleep Talk
- Aerial Ace
Recommended Teammates
Fell in Gen V (Black & White). Technician Bug Bite was Kricketune's entire gameplan. Opponents knew it, played around it, and outsped the 65 Speed body.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Swords Dance
- Knock Off
- Bug Bite
- Brick Break
Recommended Teammates
Dropped in Gen VI (X & Y). 384 BST Bug with one move worth clicking. Kricketune was the musical Pokemon that hit one note.
Hazard Setter Moveset
- Bug Bite
- Protect
- Sticky Web
- Heal Bell
Recommended Teammates
Same tier in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Sticky Web gave utility, but Ariados and Galvantula set it from better stats. Kricketune brought nothing they didn't.
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Leech Life
- Fell Stinger
- Swords Dance
- Knock Off
Recommended Teammates
Five gens and one gimmick in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Technician boosted weak moves that were still weak. 384 BST was the answer to every question.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Sticky Web
- Knock Off
- Fell Stinger
- Aerial Ace
Recommended Teammates
Kricketune Weakness
Type-wise, Kricketune takes extra damage from Fire, Flying, and Rock. 3 weaknesses is about average, nothing too hard to play around.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Flying, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Fighting, Ground |
What is Kricketune Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Kricketune
Blaziken can KO Kricketune with Flare Blitz (253-297%). Tyranitar's Stone Edge also KOs at 263-309%.
 Blaziken FireFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySpeed Boost ItemLife Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Kricketune View Blaziken builds →Close Combat63-74% Flare Blitz 2x253-297%KO | ||
 Salamence Dragon | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityMoxie ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Kricketune View Salamence builds →Earthquake29-35% | ||
 Tyranitar RockDark | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySand Stream ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Kricketune View Tyranitar builds →Knock Off85-101%KO Stone Edge 2x263-309%KO | ||
Evolution
Kricketune is the evolved form of Kricketot. Breeding produces Kricketot eggs, and they're quick to hatch. Evolving from Kricketot gave Kricketune the biggest boost in Attack (+60), bringing the total to 384 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Kricketune to get Kricketot eggs easily using 91 partners from the Bug egg group.
How to Get Kricketune
moderate rates across 14 locations for Kricketune in early-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 Kricketune in SV
The path to Kricketune starts with Kricketot at Lv. 3-60 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch KricketotSouth Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveLv.5-14OverworldRate 18%North Province (Area One) - Bamboo ForestLv.14-54OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestLv.14-54OverworldRate 12%Kitakami HallLv.3-60OverworldMossfell ConfluenceLv.3-60OverworldOni MountainLv.3-60OverworldRevelers RoadLv.3-60Overworld
Step 2Kricketune ✓North Province (Area One) - Bamboo ForestLv.14-54OverworldRate 12%North Province (Area Two) - Bamboo ForestLv.14-54OverworldRate 12%Kitakami HallLv.10-60OverworldMossfell ConfluenceLv.10-60OverworldOni MountainLv.10-60OverworldRevelers RoadLv.10-60OverworldSouth Province (Area Two) - Olive GroveLv.14-54OverworldRate 2%or evolve from Kricketot (Step 1)
Kricketune starts showing up in early-game routes at decent spawn rates across 3 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Kricketune in PLA
Kricketot is your first catch on the way to Kricketune. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 6-28 across 8 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch KricketotCloudpool RidgeLv.6-9GrassRate 15%Deertrack PathLv.6-9GrassRate 15%Golden LowlandsLv.6-9GrassRate 15%Nature’s PantryLv.6-9GrassRate 15%Windswept RunLv.6-9GrassRate 15%
Step 2Kricketune ✓Nature’s PantryLv.10-13GrassRate 15%Golden LowlandsLv.17-20GrassRate 15%Cloudpool RidgeLv.25-28GrassRate 15%or evolve from Kricketot (Step 1)
Easy grab on Kricketune with high spawn rates across 34 locations in early-game routes. The sorted list below shows the full spread so you can pick the most convenient spot.
Where To Catch Kricketune in BDSP
The path to Kricketune starts with Kricketot at Lv. 3-24 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch KricketotRoute 202Lv.3-4GrassRate 20%NightRoute 202Lv.3GrassRate 10%MorningRoute 203Lv.4GrassRate 10%Morning/nightRoute 204 - SouthLv.4GrassRate 10%Morning/nightRoute 204 - NorthLv.6GrassRate 10%Morning/nightRoute 207Lv.6GrassRate 10%Morning/nightRoute 206Lv.14GrassRate 10%MorningGrassland CaveLv.16-20CaveRiverbank CaveLv.16-20CaveSpacious CaveLv.16-20CaveStill-Water CavernLv.16-20CaveSunlit CavernLv.16-20Cave
Step 2Kricketune ✓Route 206Lv.14-15GrassRate 20%NightRoute 206Lv.15GrassRate 10%Morning/dayTrophy GardenLv.16-17GrassRate 30%NightRoute 212 - NorthLv.17-18GrassRate 30%NightRoute 210 - SouthLv.18-19GrassRate 30%NightRoute 212 - SouthLv.18-19GrassRate 30%NightRoute 215Lv.20-22GrassRate 30%NightValor LakefrontLv.21-22GrassRate 25%NightRoute 214Lv.23-24GrassRate 25%NightRoute 212 - NorthLv.17-18GrassRate 20%MorningRoute 212 - NorthLv.17-18GrassRate 10%DayTrophy GardenLv.17GrassRate 10%Morning/dayRoute 212 - SouthLv.18GrassRate 10%Morning/dayRoute 210 - SouthLv.19GrassRate 10%Morning/dayRoute 215Lv.20GrassRate 10%Morning/dayValor LakefrontLv.22GrassRate 5%Morning/dayRoute 214Lv.24GrassRate 5%Morning/dayor evolve from Kricketot (Step 1)
Kricketune isn't available in the wild in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Start by transferring Kricketot from Diamond & Pearl, Platinum, or Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. The evolution path from Kricketot to Kricketune is covered in the steps below.
How to Obtain Kricketune in USUM
Step 1Obtain KricketotLATER APPEARANCEfrom Diamond & PearlNot TradeableAppears in Diamond & Pearl via Walking · Route 207. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom PlatinumNot TradeableAppears in Platinum via Walking · Route 205. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in HeartGold & SoulSilver via Walking · Viridian Forest · Swarm active. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl via Walking · Route 202. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.- Step 2Kricketune ✓
Base Stats
Kricketune's spread isn't flashy. Attack leads, Defense trails, 1 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 2 Attack EVs, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
There is a village that hosts a contest based on the amazingly variable cries of this Pokémon.
Kricketune Guide
Honestly, Kricketune is a tough sell at 384 BST. Plenty of stronger Bug options exist. Fun pick, not a practical one.
Don't let Kricketune's 384 base stat total fool you. Technician is what makes it tick. It punches way above its weight class. We rate it C-Tier.
Run Technician on Kricketune. It's the ability that defines how you build around it and the main reason it holds a competitive niche. Kricketune also gets Swarm, but they don't compare.
Technician is the hidden ability. It strengthens moves of 60 base power or less to 1.5× their power. Worth hunting for if you want Kricketune to compete at a higher level.
Game Availability
Kricketune first appeared in Diamond & Pearl and has been available in 12 games across 7 generations. Obtainable through wild encounters in most titles where it appears.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves