Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, 0 IVs, and (if applicable) a hindering nature. Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, 31 IVs, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.
Level 20, empty spot in your party and a Pokéball in your bag
Nincada's Pokédex entries
Gen
Game
Description
3
Ruby
Nincada lives underground for many years in complete darkness. This Pokémon absorbs nutrients from the roots of trees. It stays motionless as it waits for evolution.
3
Sapphire
Nincada lives underground. It uses its sharp claws to carve the roots of trees and absorb moisture and nutrients. This Pokémon can't withstand bright sunlight so avoids it.
3
Emerald
It makes its nest at the roots of a mighty tree. Using its whiskerlike antennae, it probes its surroundings in the pitch-black darkness of soil.
3
FireRed, LeafGreen
Because it lived almost entirely underground, it is nearly blind. It uses its antennae instead.
4
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
It grows underground, sensing its surroundings using antennae instead of its virtually blind eyes.
4
HeartGold, SoulSilver
It can sometimes live underground for more than 10 years. It absorbs nutrients from the roots of trees.
5
Black, White, Black 2, White 2
It grows underground, sensing its surroundings using antennae instead of its virtually blind eyes.
6
X
Because it lived almost entirely underground, it is nearly blind. It uses its antennae instead.
6
Y
It can sometimes live underground for more than 10 years. It absorbs nutrients from the roots of trees.
6
Omega Ruby
Nincada lives underground for many years in complete darkness. This Pokémon absorbs nutrients from the roots of trees. It stays motionless as it waits for evolution.
6
Alpha Sapphire
Nincada lives underground. It uses its sharp claws to carve the roots of trees and absorb moisture and nutrients. This Pokémon can't withstand bright sunlight so avoids it.
8
Sword
Because it lived almost entirely underground, it is nearly blind. It uses its antennae instead.
8
Shield
It can sometimes live underground for more than 10 years. It absorbs nutrients from the roots of trees.
