ninjask

Ninjask is a Bug/Flying-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III.

Type: Bug / Flying

Abilities:

• Speed Boost: Increases Ninjask's Speed stat by one stage at the end of each turn.
• Infiltrator (Hidden Ability): Bypasses the effects of Reflect, Light Screen, Safeguard, Mist, and Substitute.

Physical Characteristics:

• Ninjask resembles a large, nimble cicada.
• Its body is primarily yellow with black and white patterns.
• It has red eyes with black eye ridges, giving it a fierce look.
• Two pairs of wings allow for rapid flight, essential for its hit-and-run tactics.
• Its legs are short with small, sharp claws for gripping.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Ninjask is known for its incredible speed and is often difficult to see due to its rapid movement.
• It is typically found in wooded areas and forests, especially where its pre-evolution, Nincada, resides.
• Ninjask is known to be extremely vocal, producing a loud, high-pitched sound that can be overwhelming.

In Battle:

• Ninjask excels as a fast physical attacker with strategic use of Speed Boost to outspeed opponents.
• Signature moves include X-Scissor, Aerial Ace, and Swords Dance to boost its attack power.
• Its Bug/Flying type makes it strong against Grass-types but vulnerable to Electric, Ice, and Rock-types.
• Often used to set up Baton Pass chains, transferring its speed boosts to other Pokémon.

Evolution:

• Evolves from Nincada at level 20.
• If there is an empty slot in the party and a spare Poké Ball, the evolution also results in obtaining a Shedinja.

Interesting Facts:

• Ninjask is often referred to as the "Ninja Pokémon" due to its swift movements and elusive nature.
• It is one of the fastest Pokémon, making it a valuable asset in speed-based strategies.
• Despite its speed and agility, Ninjask is known to become agitated if it remains still for too long.
• Its design is inspired by the cicada, an insect known for its rapid movement and loud calls.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Ruby: NINJASK moves around at such a high speed that it cannot be seen, even while its crying can be clearly heard.For that reason, this Pokémon was long believed to be invisible.
• Sapphire: If NINJASK is not trained properly, it will refuse to obey the TRAINER and cry loudly continuously.Because of this quality, this Pokémon is said to be one that puts the TRAINER’s abilities to the test.
• Emerald: Because it darts about vigorously at high speed, it is very difficult to see. Hearing its distinctive cries for too long induces a headache.
• Firered: This Pokémon is so quick, it is said to be able to avoid any attack. It loves to feed on tree sap.
• Leafgreen: This Pokémon is so quick, it is said to be able to avoid any attack. It loves to feed on tree sap.
• Diamond: Because it moves so quickly, it sometimes becomes unseeable. It congregates around tree sap.
• Pearl: Because it moves so quickly, it sometimes becomes unseeable. It congregates around tree sap.
• Platinum: Because it moves so quickly, it sometimes becomes unseeable. It congregates around tree sap.
• Heartgold: Its cry leaves a lasting headache if heard for too long. It moves so quickly that it is almost invisible.
• Soulsilver: Its cry leaves a lasting headache if heard for too long. It moves so quickly that it is almost invisible.
• Black: Because it moves so quickly, it sometimes becomes unseeable. It congregates around tree sap.
• White: Because it moves so quickly, it sometimes becomes unseeable. It congregates around tree sap.
• Black-2: Because it moves so quickly, it sometimes becomes unseeable. It congregates around tree sap.
• White-2: Because it moves so quickly, it sometimes becomes unseeable. It congregates around tree sap.
• X: Its cry leaves a lasting headache if heard for too long. It moves so quickly that it is almost invisible.
• Y: Because it moves so quickly, it sometimes becomes unseeable. It congregates around tree sap.
• Omega-Ruby: Ninjask moves around at such a high speed that it cannot be seen, even while its crying can be clearly heard. For that reason, this Pokémon was long believed to be invisible.
• Alpha-Sapphire: If Ninjask is not trained properly, it will refuse to obey the Trainer and cry loudly continuously. Because of this quality, this Pokémon is said to be one that puts the Trainer’s abilities to the test.
• Sword: Its cry leaves a lasting headache if heard for too long. It moves so quickly that it is almost invisible.
• Shield: This Pokémon is so quick, it is said to be able to avoid any attack. It loves to feed on tree sap.