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    Shedinja Pokemon Guide

    Shedinja is a Bug / Ghost-type Pokemon. This guide covers Shedinja’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations and future Pokemon game availability.

    Bug type Pokemon icon
    Ghost type Pokemon icon

    Normal Form

    Shedinja

    shedinja

    Shiny Form

    Shiny Shedinja

    shedinja

    Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Shedinja guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.

    Shedinja Description

    Shedinja is a Bug and Ghost-type Pokemon that can appear as a special result of Nincada evolving. It is famous for having only 1 HP and the unique Wonder Guard ability.

    Competitive Overview

    Is Shedinja Good in Competitive?

    Shedinja is highly matchup-dependent. Wonder Guard can completely block many attacks, but Shedinja must avoid super effective moves, status, entry hazards and weather damage.

    Shedinja’s biggest issue is that any super effective hit, many indirect damage effects or poor field control can remove it immediately.

    Shedinja Quick Facts

    Here are the key facts to know about Shedinja, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.

    Name

    Shedinja

    National Dex

    #0292

    Type

    Bug type Pokemon icon
    Ghost type Pokemon icon

    Bug / Ghost

    Species

    Shed Pokemon

    Height

    2’07” / 0.8 m

    80 cm

    Weight

    2.6 lbs / 1.2 kg

    1.2 kg

    Abilities

    Wonder Guard

    Shedinja Stats

    Shedinja has a stat spread that reflects its role in the Pokemon series. Use the shortcode below to view its latest stat data.

    Hp
    1
    Attack
    90
    Defense
    45
    Special Attack
    30
    Special Defense
    30
    Speed
    40

    Shedinja Best Moves Across Pokemon Games

    These are some of Shedinja’s most useful and recognizable moves across Pokemon games.

    Ghost type Pokemon icon

    Shadow Sneak

    Priority Ghost-type damage that helps Shedinja act before faster foes.

    Ghost type Pokemon icon

    Shadow Claw

    A stronger physical Ghost-type attack.

    Bug type Pokemon icon

    X-Scissor

    Reliable Bug-type damage.

    Bug type Pokemon icon

    Leech Life

    Bug-type damage with recovery in newer games, though Shedinja’s HP makes recovery unusual.

    Normal type Pokemon icon

    Protect

    Useful scouting to avoid dangerous attacks.

    Dark type Pokemon icon

    Night Slash

    Coverage against Ghost and Psychic-type Pokemon.

    Normal type Pokemon icon

    Swords Dance

    Can boost Shedinja’s Attack when it forces a safe turn.

    Ghost type Pokemon icon

    Confuse Ray

    A disruption option that can create openings.

    Shedinja All Moves

    Use the section below to view Shedinja’s move list by learn method.

    Move data shown from: Pokemon Sword and Shield

    Level-Up Moves
    LevelMoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
    1Dig Ground type Pokemon icon Ground Physical80100
    1False Swipe Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical40100
    1Grudge Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Status––
    1Harden Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    1Metal Claw Steel type Pokemon icon Steel Physical5095
    1Mud Slap Ground type Pokemon icon Ground Special20100
    1Sand Attack Ground type Pokemon icon Ground Status–100
    1Scratch Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical40100
    1Shadow Claw Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Physical70100
    15Confuse Ray Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Status–100
    23Absorb Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special20100
    29Shadow Sneak Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Physical40100
    36Fury Swipes Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical1880
    43Mind Reader Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    50Shadow Ball Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Special80100
    57Spite Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Status–100
    64Phantom Force Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Physical90100
    TM Moves
    MethodMoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
    TMAgility Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status––
    TMAlly Switch Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status––
    TMBug Buzz Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Special90100
    TMDig Ground type Pokemon icon Ground Physical80100
    TMEndure Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMFacade Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical70100
    TMFalse Swipe Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical40100
    TMGiga Drain Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special75100
    TMGiga Impact Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Physical15090
    TMHex Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Special65100
    TMHyper Beam Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Special15090
    TMLeech Life Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical80100
    TMPhantom Force Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Physical90100
    TMProtect Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMRest Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status––
    TMRound Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Special60100
    TMSandstorm Rock type Pokemon icon Rock Status––
    TMShadow Ball Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Special80100
    TMShadow Claw Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Physical70100
    TMSleep Talk Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMSnore Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Special50100
    TMSolar Beam Grass type Pokemon icon Grass Special120100
    TMSubstitute Normal type Pokemon icon Normal Status––
    TMSunny Day Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Status––
    TMThief Dark type Pokemon icon Dark Physical60100
    TMTrick Psychic type Pokemon icon Psychic Status–100
    TMWill O Wisp Fire type Pokemon icon Fire Status–85
    TMX Scissor Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical80100
    Tutor Moves
    MoveTypeCategoryPowerAccuracy
    Poltergeist Ghost type Pokemon icon Ghost Physical11090
    Skitter Smack Bug type Pokemon icon Bug Physical7090

    Shedinja Typing, Weaknesses and Resistances

    Shedinja is a Bug / Ghost-type Pokemon. This typing determines its weaknesses, resistances and immunities in battle.

    Type

    Bug type Pokemon icon
    Ghost type Pokemon icon

    Bug / Ghost

    Weaknesses

    Fire type Pokemon icon
    Flying type Pokemon icon
    Rock type Pokemon icon
    Ghost type Pokemon icon
    Dark type Pokemon icon

    Fire, Flying, Rock, Ghost, Dark

    Resistances

    Poison type Pokemon icon
    Bug type Pokemon icon
    Grass type Pokemon icon

    Poison, Bug, Grass

    Immunity

    Normal type Pokemon icon
    Fighting type Pokemon icon

    Normal, Fighting

    Shedinja Abilities

    Shedinja’s abilities shape how it performs in different Pokemon games and formats.

    Wonder Guard

    Only allows damaging moves that are super effective to hit Shedinja, making matchups extremely important.

    Shedinja Evolution

    The Nincada evolution line is unusual. Nincada evolves into Ninjask at Level 20, and Shedinja can appear at the same time when the party has an open slot and a spare Poke Ball, where supported.

    Base Pokemon

    Nincada

    Bug type Pokemon icon
    Ground type Pokemon icon
    nincada

    Starting form

    Main Evolution

    Ninjask

    Bug type Pokemon icon
    Flying type Pokemon icon
    ninjask

    Nincada evolves into Ninjask at Level 20

    Special Evolution

    Shedinja

    Bug type Pokemon icon
    Ghost type Pokemon icon
    shedinja

    Appears when Nincada evolves with an open party slot and a spare Poke Ball, where supported

    Where to Find Shedinja in Pokemon Games

    Shedinja’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. Use the dropdowns below for game-by-game availability notes.

    Generation 3: Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, FireRed and LeafGreen
    Game Where to Find Shedinja
    Pokemon Ruby box artPokemon Ruby Special evolution from Nincada.
    Pokemon Sapphire box artPokemon Sapphire Special evolution from Nincada.
    Pokemon Emerald box artPokemon Emerald Special evolution from Nincada.
    Pokemon FireRed box artPokemon FireRed Trade or migrate from another game.
    Pokemon LeafGreen box artPokemon LeafGreen Trade or migrate from another game.
    Generation 4: Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold and SoulSilver
    Game Where to Find Shedinja
    Pokemon Diamond box artPokemon Diamond Special evolution from Nincada.
    Pokemon Pearl box artPokemon Pearl Special evolution from Nincada.
    Pokemon Platinum box artPokemon Platinum Special evolution from Nincada.
    Pokemon HeartGold box artPokemon HeartGold Special evolution from Nincada.
    Pokemon SoulSilver box artPokemon SoulSilver Special evolution from Nincada.
    Generation 5: Black, White, Black 2 and White 2
    Game Where to Find Shedinja
    Pokemon Black box artPokemon Black Trade or migrate from another game.
    Pokemon White box artPokemon White Trade or migrate from another game.
    Pokemon Black 2 box artPokemon Black 2 Trade or migrate from another game.
    Pokemon White 2 box artPokemon White 2 Trade or migrate from another game.
    Generation 6: X, Y, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
    Game Where to Find Shedinja
    Pokemon X box artPokemon X Special evolution from Nincada where supported.
    Pokemon Y box artPokemon Y Special evolution from Nincada where supported.
    Pokemon Omega Ruby box artPokemon Omega Ruby Special evolution from Nincada where supported.
    Pokemon Alpha Sapphire box artPokemon Alpha Sapphire Special evolution from Nincada where supported.
    Generation 7: Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, Ultra Moon and Let’s Go
    Game Where to Find Shedinja
    Pokemon Sun box artPokemon Sun Trade or transfer from another game.
    Pokemon Moon box artPokemon Moon Trade or transfer from another game.
    Pokemon Ultra Sun box artPokemon Ultra Sun Trade or transfer from another game.
    Pokemon Ultra Moon box artPokemon Ultra Moon Trade or transfer from another game.
    Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu box artPokemon Let’s Go Pikachu Not available in this game.
    Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee box artPokemon Let’s Go Eevee Not available in this game.
    Generation 8: Sword, Shield, Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl and Legends: Arceus
    Game Where to Find Shedinja
    Pokemon Sword box artPokemon Sword Special evolution from Nincada in supported games.
    Pokemon Shield box artPokemon Shield Special evolution from Nincada in supported games.
    Pokemon Brilliant Diamond box artPokemon Brilliant Diamond Special evolution from Nincada in supported games.
    Pokemon Shining Pearl box artPokemon Shining Pearl Special evolution from Nincada in supported games.
    Pokemon Legends: Arceus box artPokemon Legends: Arceus Not available in this game.
    Generation 9: Scarlet, Violet and Legends Z-A
    Game Where to Find Shedinja
    Pokemon Scarlet box artPokemon Scarlet Not available in Scarlet and Violet.
    Pokemon Violet box artPokemon Violet Not available in Scarlet and Violet.
    Pokemon Legends Z-A box artPokemon Legends Z-A Location data not yet available.
    Generation 10: Pokemon Winds and Waves
    Game Where to Find Shedinja
    Pokemon Pokemon Winds and Waves box artPokemon Pokemon Winds and Waves Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed.

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    Shedinja FAQ

    Here are quick answers to common questions about Shedinja. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.

    What type is Shedinja?

    Shedinja is a Bug / Ghost-type Pokemon.

    What is Shedinja weak against?

    Shedinja is weak to Fire, Flying, Rock, Ghost, Dark-type moves.

    What does Shedinja evolve from?

    Shedinja is a special evolution result from Nincada when Nincada evolves and certain party and Poke Ball conditions are met.

    What are Shedinja’s abilities?

    Shedinja’s abilities are Wonder Guard.

    What are Shedinja’s best moves?

    Shedinja’s best moves can include Shadow Sneak, Shadow Claw, X-Scissor, Leech Life, Protect, Night Slash, depending on the game and format.

    Is Shedinja good in Pokemon?

    Shedinja is highly matchup-dependent. Wonder Guard can completely block many attacks, but Shedinja must avoid super effective moves, status, entry hazards and weather damage.

    How do you get Shedinja?

    Shedinja appears from Nincada evolution under special conditions, usually requiring an open party slot and a spare Poke Ball where supported.

    Does Shedinja have a Mega Evolution?

    No, Shedinja does not have a Mega Evolution, Gigantamax form or major regional form in official Pokemon games.

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