Encounter locations
| Region | Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kanto | Route 5 | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Hoenn | Route 102 | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Sinnoh | Route 201 | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Sinnoh | Route 202 | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Sinnoh | Route 202 | WalkingBefore National Dex | 3–4 |
| Sinnoh | Route 202 | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 3–4 |
| Sinnoh | Route 203 | WalkingBefore National Dex | 4–5 |
| Sinnoh | Route 203 | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 4–5 |
| Sinnoh | Route 204 | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Sinnoh | Route 204 North | WalkingBefore National Dex | 9–10 |
| Sinnoh | Route 204 North | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 9–10 |
| Sinnoh | Route 204 South | WalkingBefore National Dex | 4–5 |
| Sinnoh | Route 204 South | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 4–5 |
| Sinnoh | Valley Windworks | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Sinnoh | Valley Windworks Outside | Walking | 10 |
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
- 45
- Attack
- 65
- Defense
- 34
- Sp. Attack
- 40
- Sp. Defense
- 34
- Speed
- 45
Abilities · Rivalry / Intimidate
Hidden ability · Guts
Size · 0.5 m · 9.5 kg
Evolution and forms
- Into Luxio · Level 15
Level-up moves
View level-up moves for Shinx
| Level | Move |
|---|---|
| 1 | Tackle |
| 1 | Leer |
| 4 | Thunder Shock |
| 8 | Charge |
| 12 | Bite |
| 16 | Spark |
| 20 | Roar |
| 24 | Volt Switch |
| 28 | Scary Face |
| 32 | Thunder Wave |
| 36 | Crunch |
| 40 | Discharge |
| 44 | Swagger |
| 48 | Wild Charge |