Encounter locations
| Region | Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kanto | Pokémon Tower 3F | Walking | 15–17 |
| Kanto | Pokémon Tower 4F | Walking | 15–17 |
| Kanto | Pokémon Tower 5F | Walking | 15–17 |
| Kanto | Pokémon Tower 6F | Walking | 17–19 |
| Kanto | Pokémon Tower 7F | Walking | 17–19 |
| Kanto | Rock Tunnel 1F | Walking | 13–16 |
| Kanto | Rock Tunnel B1F | Walking | 16–17 |
| Kanto | Seven Island Sevault Canyon | Walking | 46 |
| Hoenn | Mt. Pyre | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Johto | Rock Tunnel 1F | WalkingDay | 10–13 |
| Johto | Rock Tunnel 1F | WalkingNight | 10–13 |
| Johto | Rock Tunnel B1F | WalkingDay | 12 |
| Johto | Rock Tunnel B1F | WalkingNight | 12 |
This Pokémon is eligible for Mirage Rifts. Each opening rolls its own pool, so check active portals on the Town Map.
Check the Town Map to see which swarms are active.
This guide covers documented encounter tables and selected story events. Other scripted gifts or events may also award this Pokémon.
Natures
Randomly generated Pokémon can have any of the 25 natures. Twenty raise one stat by 10% and lower another by 10%. Five are neutral. HP stays the same.
View all 25 natures and stat effects
| Nature | Raises (+10%) | Lowers (−10%) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardy | — | — |
| Lonely | Attack | Defense |
| Brave | Attack | Speed |
| Adamant | Attack | Special Attack |
| Naughty | Attack | Special Defense |
| Bold | Defense | Attack |
| Docile | — | — |
| Relaxed | Defense | Speed |
| Impish | Defense | Special Attack |
| Lax | Defense | Special Defense |
| Timid | Speed | Attack |
| Hasty | Speed | Defense |
| Serious | — | — |
| Jolly | Speed | Special Attack |
| Naive | Speed | Special Defense |
| Modest | Special Attack | Attack |
| Mild | Special Attack | Defense |
| Quiet | Special Attack | Speed |
| Bashful | — | — |
| Rash | Special Attack | Special Defense |
| Calm | Special Defense | Attack |
| Gentle | Special Defense | Defense |
| Sassy | Special Defense | Speed |
| Careful | Special Defense | Special Attack |
| Quirky | — | — |
Stats and abilities
- HP
- 50
- Attack
- 50
- Defense
- 95
- Sp. Attack
- 40
- Sp. Defense
- 50
- Speed
- 35
Abilities · Rock Head / Lightning Rod
Hidden ability · Battle Armor
Size · 0.4 m · 6.5 kg
Evolution and forms
- Into Marowak · Level 28
Level-up moves
View level-up moves for Cubone
| Level | Move |
|---|---|
| 1 | Mud Slap |
| 1 | Growl |
| 4 | Tail Whip |
| 8 | False Swipe |
| 12 | Headbutt |
| 16 | Retaliate |
| 20 | Fling |
| 24 | Stomping Tantrum |
| 29 | Bone Rush |
| 32 | Focus Energy |
| 36 | Endeavor |
| 40 | Bonemerang |
| 44 | Thrash |
| 48 | Double Edge |