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Absol is a Dark-type Pokemon known for sensing disasters, warning people of danger, strong offensive stats and Mega Evolution. This guide covers Absol stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations, Mega Absol and Pokemon Legends Z-A Mega Absol Z information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Mega Evolution
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Absol guide supports current Pokemon games and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Absol is a Dark-type Pokemon often associated with disaster warnings. It is said to sense coming danger with its horn and appear before people to warn them of impending disasters.
Competitive Overview
Absol can be a dangerous offensive Pokemon because of its high Attack, strong critical-hit tools and access to priority or coverage moves in many games. It is especially threatening when Mega Evolution is available.
Absol’s biggest issues are its modest bulk and weaknesses to Fighting, Bug and Fairy-type attacks. It usually works best as a fast or priority-focused attacker that pressures opponents before they can strike back.
Here are the key facts to know about Absol, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Absol
National Dex
#0359
Type
Dark
Species
Disaster Pokemon
Height
3’11” / 1.2 m
120 cm
Weight
103.6 lbs / 47.0 kg
47.0 kg
Abilities
Pressure, Super Luck, Justified
Absol has a stat spread that supports its usual role across Pokemon games. Use the shortcode below to view its full base stat spread.
Absol has a strong movepool with Dark, Normal, Psychic, Rock and setup options. These are some of Absol’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.
A signature-style Dark-type attack with an increased critical-hit chance.
A powerful priority move that lets Absol strike first when the target attacks.
A useful Dark-type attack that can remove an opponent’s held item.
A classic high-critical-hit move that fits Absol’s blade-like horn and claws.
A setup move that sharply boosts Absol’s Attack.
Coverage with an increased critical-hit chance, helping Absol pressure Fighting and Poison-type Pokemon.
High-power coverage with an increased critical-hit chance against Flying, Fire, Bug and Ice-type Pokemon.
A disruptive option that can force timers and pressure setup strategies in some formats.
Absol can learn a broad move pool across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Absol’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield
Absol is a Dark-type Pokemon. This gives it resistances to Ghost and Dark-type moves and an immunity to Psychic-type moves, while leaving it weak to Fighting, Bug and Fairy-type attacks.
Type
Dark
Weaknesses
Fighting, Bug and Fairy
Resistances
Ghost and Dark
Immunity
Psychic
Absol’s abilities support offensive pressure, critical-hit strategies and switch-in opportunities depending on the game and format.
Makes opposing Pokemon use extra PP when targeting Absol, which can matter in longer battles.
Raises Absol’s critical-hit ratio, pairing well with moves such as Night Slash, Psycho Cut and Stone Edge.
Raises Absol’s Attack when it is hit by a Dark-type move, giving it a potential offensive boost on prediction.
Absol does not evolve into or from any other Pokemon, but it can Mega Evolve into Mega Absol in supported games and has Mega Absol Z in Pokemon Legends Z-A: Mega Dimension.
Stage 1
Does not evolve
Mega Evolution
Mega Evolves using Absolite in supported games
Absol’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. It is often found in mountainous or late-game areas, while some games require trade, transfer or DLC access.
| Game | Where to Find Absol |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Absol had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Absol had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Absol had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Absol |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Absol had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Absol had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Absol had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Absol |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Route 120. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Route 120. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Route 120. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Absol |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Route 213, Mt. Coronet and swarm encounters. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Route 213, Mt. Coronet and swarm encounters. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Route 213 and Mt. Coronet. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Routes, caves and special swarm or radio encounter areas. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Routes, caves and special swarm or radio encounter areas. |
| Game | Where to Find Absol |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Route 13 and Giant Chasm. |
 Pokemon White |
Route 13 and Giant Chasm. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Routes 13 and 14. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Routes 13 and 14. |
| Game | Where to Find Absol |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Route 8. |
 Pokemon Y |
Route 8. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Route 120. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Route 120. |
| Game | Where to Find Absol |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Route 14, Tapu Village and Mount Lanakila. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Route 14, Tapu Village and Mount Lanakila. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Route 14, Tapu Village and Mount Lanakila. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Route 14, Tapu Village and Mount Lanakila. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Absol |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Giant’s Bed, Old Cemetery, Snowslide Slope, Path to the Peak, Giant’s Foot, Frigid Sea and Three-Point Pass in The Crown Tundra. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Giant’s Bed, Old Cemetery, Snowslide Slope, Path to the Peak, Giant’s Foot, Frigid Sea and Three-Point Pass in The Crown Tundra. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Route 213, Spacious Cave, Grassland Cave, Dazzling Cave, Sunlit Cavern, Big Bluff Cavern and Stargleam Cavern. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Route 213, Spacious Cave, Grassland Cave, Dazzling Cave, Sunlit Cavern, Big Bluff Cavern and Stargleam Cavern. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Absol |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Violet |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Rare rooftop spawn and obtained after beating Mega Absol in the main story. |
| Game | Where to Find Absol |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Mega Absol is Absol’s Mega Evolution. Absol also has Mega Absol Z in Pokemon Legends Z-A: Mega Dimension, giving Absol an additional modern Mega form to track for current coverage.
Category
Disaster Pokemon
Type
Dark
Height
3’11”
Weight
108.0 lbs
Mega Absol keeps Absol’s Dark typing and sharpens its offensive identity, while Mega Absol Z adds a newer Dark and Ghost-type variant in Pokemon Legends Z-A: Mega Dimension. These forms make Absol one of the more important Hoenn Pokemon for modern Mega Evolution coverage.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Absol. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Absol is a Dark-type Pokemon.
Absol is weak to Fighting, Bug and Fairy-type moves.
No, Absol does not evolve into or from any other Pokemon, but it can Mega Evolve in supported games.
Absol’s abilities are Pressure, Super Luck, Justified.
Absol’s best moves often include Night Slash, Sucker Punch, Knock Off, Slash, Swords Dance, Psycho Cut, Stone Edge and Perish Song.
Yes, Absol can be strong as an offensive Pokemon, especially when Mega Evolution is available, but it needs careful play because its bulk is limited.
Absol is commonly found in mountainous or late-game areas such as Route 120, Route 13, Giant Chasm, Route 8, Mount Lanakila, The Crown Tundra and Pokemon Legends Z-A rooftops depending on the game.
Yes, Absol has Mega Evolution information on this page, including current Pokemon Legends Z-A form coverage where applicable.
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