kecleon

Kecleon is a Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III.

Type: Normal

Abilities:

• Color Change: Changes Kecleon's type to the type of the last move that hit it.
• Protean (Hidden Ability): Changes Kecleon's type to the type of the move it is about to use, enhancing its versatility in battle.

Physical Characteristics:

• Kecleon is a chameleon-like Pokémon with a predominantly green body.
• It has a long, curling tail and a distinctive zigzag pattern across its midsection.
• Notably, it possesses a long, tongue-like appendage it uses to capture prey.
• Kecleon has a crest on its head and a red marking that resembles a band around its eyes.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Kecleon is adept at blending into its surroundings by changing its skin color, except for its red stripe, which remains visible.
• It is often found in forests and jungles, where it can camouflage itself effectively against predators and to ambush prey.
• Kecleon is known to be somewhat aloof, often preferring solitude or remaining hidden in plain sight.

In Battle:

• Kecleon has a unique battle style thanks to its Color Change ability, which can make it difficult for opponents to hit it with super-effective moves.
• It can learn a variety of moves, including signature moves such as Camouflage and Shadow Sneak.
• Kecleon is versatile in battle, being able to adapt to various situations due to its ability to change types.
• It is particularly strategic, requiring trainers to think carefully about type interactions and move selection.

Evolution:

• Kecleon does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon, making it a standalone species within its evolutionary line.

Interesting Facts:

• Kecleon's ability to change colors is a nod to real-life chameleons, though its unique red stripe remains visible regardless of its camouflage.
• It first appeared in the Pokémon games "Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire" and has since been a curious and intriguing Pokémon to trainers due to its distinctive abilities.
• Kecleon was featured in the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series, where it runs a shop and is known for being extremely powerful if provoked in battle.
• Its design incorporates elements of both a traditional chameleon and a more playful, cartoonish style, emphasizing its role as a stealthy yet approachable Pokémon.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Leafgreen: It changes body color to blend in with its surroundings. It also changes color if it is happy or sad.
• Ruby: KECLEON is capable of changing its body colors at will to blend in with its surroundings.There is one exception - this Pokémon can’t change the zigzag pattern on its belly.
• Sapphire: KECLEON alters its body coloration to blend in with its surroundings, allowing it to sneak up on its prey unnoticed.Then it lashes out with its long, stretchy tongue to instantly ensnare the unsuspecting target.
• Emerald: A Pokémon that has the ability to alter its body colors to match its surroundings. A KECLEON reverts to its original colors if it is startled.
• Firered: It changes body color to blend in with its surroundings. It also changes color if it is happy or sad.
• Diamond: It can freely change its body’s color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn’t change, however.
• Pearl: It can freely change its body’s color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn’t change, however.
• Platinum: It can freely change its body’s color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn’t change, however.
• Heartgold: It changes its shading to match its surroundings so it can sneak up on prey. Only its belly patterns stay fixed.
• Soulsilver: It changes its shading to match its surroundings so it can sneak up on prey. Only its belly patterns stay fixed.
• Black: It can freely change its body’s color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn’t change, however.
• White: It can freely change its body’s color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn’t change, however.
• Black-2: It can freely change its body’s color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn’t change, however.
• White-2: It can freely change its body’s color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn’t change, however.
• X: It can freely change its body’s color. The zigzag pattern on its belly doesn’t change, however.
• Y: It changes its shading to match its surroundings so it can sneak up on prey. Only its belly patterns stay fixed.
• Omega-Ruby: Kecleon is capable of changing its body colors at will to blend in with its surroundings. There is one exception—this Pokémon can’t change the zigzag pattern on its belly.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Kecleon alters its body coloration to blend in with its surroundings, allowing it to sneak up on its prey unnoticed. Then it lashes out with its long, stretchy tongue to instantly ensnare the unsuspecting target.
• Ultra-Sun: It changes its hue to blend into its surroundings. If no one takes notice of it for too long, it will pout and never reveal itself.
• Ultra-Moon: Its color changes for concealment and also when its mood or health changes. The darker the color, the healthier it is.