scrafty

Scrafty is a dual-type Dark/Fighting Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Dark / Fighting

Abilities:

• Shed Skin: May heal its own status problems.
• Moxie: Boosts the Attack stat after knocking out an opponent.
• Intimidate (Hidden Ability): Lowers the opposing Pokémon's Attack stat when Scrafty enters battle.

Physical Characteristics:

• Scrafty is a bipedal, lizard-like Pokémon characterized by its orange, mohawk-like crest on its head.
• It has a yellow skin that appears to be baggy, resembling pants or a hooded sweatshirt, which it frequently pulls up.
• The Pokémon has large, round eyes with small pupils and a perpetually grinning mouth with protruding teeth.
• Its color scheme includes red, yellow, and orange, with a rough, reptilian appearance that emphasizes its tough nature.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Scrafty is known for being a territorial Pokémon, often found in urban areas or desolate locations like abandoned buildings.
• It lives in groups and has a gang-like social structure, often led by the strongest Scrafty.
• This Pokémon is notorious for its tough demeanor and the ability to intimidate others with its powerful kicks.
• Scrafty often uses its molted skin to shield itself in battles, showcasing its resourcefulness.

In Battle:

• Scrafty is a versatile Pokémon in battles, known for its balanced stats and excellent defensive capabilities.
• Its signature moves include High Jump Kick and Crunch, allowing it to deal significant damage to opponents.
• It is particularly effective against Psychic and Ghost-type Pokémon due to its Dark typing.
• However, it is vulnerable to Fairy, Fighting, and Flying types, necessitating strategic planning to mitigate these weaknesses.

Evolution:

• Scrafty evolves from Scraggy starting at level 39.
• Scraggy is the first stage in this evolutionary line, known for its scrappy nature and similar physical traits.

Interesting Facts:

• Scrafty is often used by trainers who value its defensive strength and ability to turn battles with its Moxie ability.
• It has appeared in various Pokémon media, including games, the anime, and the Pokémon Adventures manga, often depicted as a tough, street-smart character.
• The design of Scrafty is inspired by urban youth culture and street gangs, with its molted skin resembling baggy pants, a style associated with certain subcultures.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: Groups of them beat up anything that enters their territory. Each can spit acidic liquid from its mouth.
• White: It can smash concrete blocks with its kicking attacks. The one with the biggest crest is the group leader.
• Black-2: It pulls up its shed skin to protect itself while it kicks. The bigger the crest, the more respected it is.
• White-2: It pulls up its shed skin to protect itself while it kicks. The bigger the crest, the more respected it is.
• X: It pulls up its shed skin to protect itself while it kicks. The bigger the crest, the more respected it is.
• Y: It can smash concrete blocks with its kicking attacks. The one with the biggest crest is the group leader.
• Omega-Ruby: It pulls up its shed skin to protect itself while it kicks. The bigger the crest, the more respected it is.
• Alpha-Sapphire: It can smash concrete blocks with its kicking attacks. The one with the biggest crest is the group leader.
• Ultra-Sun: This Pokémon may be rude, but it takes very good care of its family, its friends, and its turf.
• Ultra-Moon: It taunts its opponents by spitting. It has a certain territory that it never leaves its whole life long.
• Sword: As halfhearted as this Pokémon’s kicks may seem, they pack enough power to shatter Conkeldurr’s concrete pillars.
• Shield: While mostly known for having the temperament of an aggressive ruffian, this Pokémon takes very good care of its family, friends, and territory.