Treecko sits at the start of its evolution line — not yet at full power, but that changes fast. Most trainers push through to Sceptile as fast as possible. 5 type weaknesses to keep in mind. Known as the Wood Gecko Pokemon.
Treecko's spread isn't flashy. Speed leads, Defense trails, 0 stats clear the bar. Tough to catch and worth 1 Speed EV, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
The soles of its feet are covered by countless tiny hooks, enabling it to walk on walls and ceilings.
Treecko Weakness
FragileTreecko is weak to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug-type moves. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. That's a lot of weak spots to cover so team support is important.
Treecko is the start of a three-stage chain. It evolves into Grovyle first, then eventually reaches Sceptile. For breeding, average hatch time with no compatible partners via two egg groups. Evolving adds up to 220 stat points total.
How to Evolve
Breed Treecko easily from the Dragon and Monster egg groups.
Treecko runs Swords Dance to boost before sweeping. Unburden and Adamant nature shape the build, with a spread EV build EVs to capitalize after one turn of setup, plus Flying coverage to back it up.
Best Build
Best Treecko Moveset
- Acrobatics
- Swords Dance
- Drain Punch
- Bullet Seed
Treecko develops a solid moveset just through leveling. Energy Ball and Leaf Storm 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
Treecko doesn't appear in Legends: Z-A. Transfer it from Ruby, Emerald, or Brilliant Diamond to add it to your collection. Check the source games below for encounter details.
Treecko is not available as a wild encounter in this game.
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Treecko isn't fully evolved, so it's not built for competitive play. You'll want to evolve it into Grovyle to unlock its full potential. At 310 BST, it's a stepping stone rather than a team anchor.
Treecko evolves into Grovyle at level 16. Treecko is the base form in a 3-stage evolutionary line.
Overgrow is the go-to ability for Treecko. It strengthens grass moves to inflict 1.5× damage at 1/3 max HP or less. Its hidden ability Unburden can work in specific setups.
Treecko fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 45 Attack. Base 70 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. And it's fragile — can't afford to take many hits.
Treecko appears in 16 games, including Ruby & Sapphire, FireRed & LeafGreen, and Emerald.
Treecko first appeared in Ruby & Sapphire and has been available in 16 games across 7 generations. Obtainable through catching or hatching as a base form in most titles where it appears.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRSDebut
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