Clefable is a captivating Fairy-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I. Known for its timid nature and aversion to being seen, Clefable is rarely encountered by humans. This elusive creature is said to inhabit quiet, remote mountain areas where it can avoid detection. Clefable possesses an acute sense of hearing, capable of detecting a pin drop from nearly 1,100 yards away. Its unique physiology allows it to skip lightly as if flying, using its small wings to achieve a bouncy gait that even enables it to walk on water.
Folklore surrounds this mystical Pokémon, with some traditions suggesting that spotting a pair of Clefable skipping by is a sign of a happy marriage to come. Interestingly, some scientists believe that Clefable gazes intently at the full moon due to homesickness, hinting at a possible extraterrestrial origin. Its rarity and magical qualities have made Clefable one of the world's most sought-after Pokémon.
Pokédex Data
- Type: Fairy (previously Normal in Generations I-V)
- Height: 4'3" (1.3m)
- Weight: 88.2 lbs (40 kg)
- Abilities: Cute Charm, Magic Guard, Unaware (Hidden Ability)
Breeding
- Gender Ratio: 25% male, 75% female
- Egg Group: Fairy
- Hatch Time: 10 cycles (2,314–2,570 steps)
Pokédex Entries Across Versions
- Red/Blue: "A timid fairy Pokémon that is rarely seen. It will run and hide the moment it senses people."
- Gold/Silver: "With its acute hearing, it can pick up sounds from far away. It usually hides in quiet places."
- Ruby/Sapphire: "Clefable moves by skipping lightly as if it were flying using its wings. Its bouncy step lets it even walk on water. It is known to take strolls on lakes on quiet, moonlit nights."
- Sun/Moon: "They don't like to reveal themselves in front of people. They live quietly in packs deep in the mountains."
Evolution
Clefable is the final form in its evolutionary line. It evolves from Clefairy when exposed to a Moon Stone. Clefairy, in turn, evolves from Cleffa when leveled up with high friendship.
Habits and Additions Across Generations
- In Generation I, Clefable was a Normal-type Pokémon.
- Generation VI changed Clefable's type to Fairy, significantly altering its strengths and weaknesses.
- Clefable's Hidden Ability, Unaware, was introduced in later generations, allowing it to ignore opponents' stat changes.
- Its base Special Attack was increased from 85 to 95 in Generation VI, enhancing its offensive capabilities.