snivy

Snivy is a Grass-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Grass

Abilities:

• Overgrow: Powers up Grass-type moves when the Pokémon's HP is low.
• Contrary (Hidden Ability): Inverts all stat changes, turning penalties into boosts and vice versa.

Physical Characteristics:

• Snivy is a small, serpentine Pokémon with a slender, green body and a pale yellow underbelly.
• It has a pointed snout, large red eyes, and a small mouth.
• Its arms are short with three fingers, and it has two pointed leaf-like structures extending from its shoulders.
• Snivy's tail is long and ends with three leaf-like structures, resembling a palm frond.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Snivy is known for its calm and composed demeanor, often appearing aloof or indifferent.
• It thrives in lush, verdant forests and areas with abundant vegetation.
• Snivy is known for being highly intelligent and strategic, often sizing up opponents before engaging in battle.
• It performs photosynthesis, which is why it is often seen basking in the sunlight.

In Battle:

• Snivy is quick and has a strategic battling style, relying on speed and status moves to gain the upper hand.
• Signature moves include Leaf Tornado and Leaf Blade, which can confuse or critically strike opponents.
• Strong against Water, Ground, and Rock types due to its Grass-type advantage.
• Vulnerable to Fire, Flying, Bug, Ice, and Poison-type moves.

Evolution:

• Snivy evolves into Servine starting at level 17.
• Servine evolves into Serperior starting at level 36.

Interesting Facts:

• Snivy's design is inspired by European nobility, reflecting its regal appearance and composed personality.
• Its name is a combination of "snake" and "ivy," highlighting its serpentine shape and Grass typing.
• In the anime, Snivy is known for its competitive spirit and sharp intellect, often seen engaging in friendly rivalries.
• Snivy's Contrary ability can be highly advantageous, allowing it to turn stat-lowering moves into stat boosts, making it a unique and strategic choice in battles.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: It is very intelligent and calm. Being exposed to lots of sunlight makes its movements swifter.
• White: They photosynthesize by bathing their tails in sunlight. When they are not feeling well, their tails droop.
• Black-2: Being exposed to sunlight makes its movements swifter. It uses vines more adeptly than its hands.
• White-2: Being exposed to sunlight makes its movements swifter. It uses vines more adeptly than its hands.
• X: Being exposed to sunlight makes its movements swifter. It uses vines more adeptly than its hands.
• Y: They photosynthesize by bathing their tails in sunlight. When they are not feeling well, their tails droop.
• Omega-Ruby: Being exposed to sunlight makes its movements swifter. It uses vines more adeptly than its hands.
• Alpha-Sapphire: They photosynthesize by bathing their tails in sunlight. When they are not feeling well, their tails droop.