Clefairy (Pokémon)
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| Clefairy ピッピ Pippi | |
 Artwork from FR/LG | |
| National Dex | #035 |
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| Johto Dex | #041 |
| Hoenn Dex | #233 |
| Sinnoh Dex | #100 |
| Fiore Browser | R— |
| Almia Browser | R— |
| Type | Normal |
| Species | Fairy Pokémon |
| Height | 2′00″ (0.6m) |
| Weight | 16.5 lbs. (7.5kg) |
| Abilities | Cute Charm |
| Magic Guard | |
| Egg group | Fairy |
| Time to hatch | 2,560 steps |
| Effort yield | 2 HP |
| Exp. yield | 68 base exp. |
| Lv100 at | 800,000 exp. |
| Gender | 75% ♀ / 25% ♂ |
| Pokédex color | Pink |
| Catch rate | 150 |
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Clefairy (Japanese: ピッピ Pippi) is a Normal-type Pokémon.
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Biology
Physiology
Clefairy appears to be a pink creature. It has stocky limbs and a round body which gives it a chubby appearance. It also possess large sensitive ears that have brown tips. It has small wings that seem incapable of flight, but allow it to bounce gracefully.
Gender differences
None.
Special abilities
The most well-known ability that a Clefairy has is the ability to use Metronome, a move that involves wiggling its fingers back and forth in order to execute any attack at random (even to the user). Even without Metronome, Clefairy is capable of learning a vast amount of elemental attacks. They can also store moonlight in their wings, allowing them to float in midair. It is also one of only three Pokémon that can learn Meteor Mash.
Behavior
Clefairy are very shy and timid creatures. As such, they rarely show themselves to humans. Clefairy also seem to have gained a reputation as kleptomaniacs, since there have been various reports of Clefairy being seen stealing random junk.
Habitat
Clefairy are elusive Pokémon in the wild. The best place to find them is Mt. Moon, especially at a night during a full moon. Wherever they live, they are likely to be in an area where the moon is clear and visible at night.
Diet
- Main article: Pokémon food
In the anime
While Clefairy's first appearance was in Clefairy and the Moon Stone; in the original pilot episode, Clefairy was intended to be Ash's starting Pokémon. Due to a last minute change, the role went to Pikachu. This would have made the anime closer to the Pocket Monsters manga, which would later be referenced in Lights, Camerupt, Action!, where its main character, Isamu Akai, along with his Clefairy and Pikachu appeared in a film Ash was watching.
A group of Clefairies were going around stealing random junk in Viridian City to repair their spaceship during Clefairy Tales. Their leader got beaten up by Jigglypuff for stealing its microphone/pen. These Clefairy made another brief appearance in Wish Upon a Star Shape.
In A Goldenrod Opportunity, a Clefairy was used by Whitney to send Team Rocket flying and in the Gym Battle against Ash. The Fairy Pokémon was defeated by Ash's Cyndaquil.
Several Clefairy also appeared in A Real Cleffa-Hanger, when Ash and his friends visited Mt. Moon again.
In the manga
A rude, crass, male Clefairy is the co-star of the Pocket Monsters manga.
In Pokémon Special, Blue had a Clefairy that later evolved into Clefable.
In the Electric Tale of Pikachu, one of the chapters focuses on Clefairy running wild through a city. It was an adaptation of EP062.
In the TCG
- Main article: Clefairy (TCG)
Other appearances
Super Smash Bros.
When released from a Poké Ball, Clefairy will use Metronome and basically copy another Pokémon's move randomly.
Super Smash Bros. Melee
Clefairy also uses Metronome but uses its own series of attacks such as Blizzard, Explosion, or Fire Spin. All will hurt any opponents close to Clefairy.
Trophy information
Clefairy are very cute Pokémon, which makes them popular pets. However, as they're only found in a few areas, it takes a lot of work to find one. Strangely enough, legend has it that Clefairy are more active during the full moon. These Pokémon are known to use Metronome, a move that unleashes a randomly selected technique.
Game data
NPC appearances
- Pokémon Stadium: Clefairy stars in the mini-game "Clefairy Says." Players are given a pattern of arrows to repeat back. Guess wrong too many times and you're out. The last one standing wins.
Pokédex entries
| Gen | Game | Pokédex entry |
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| I | Red | Its magical and cute appeal has many admirers. It is rare and found only in certain areas. |
| Blue | ||
| Yellow | Adored for their cute looks and playfulness. They are thought to be rare, as they do not appear often. | |
| Stadium | Because of its adorable nature, it is in high demand as a pet. However, it is rare and found only in limited areas. | |
| II | Gold | The moonlight that it stores in the wings on its back apparently gives it the ability to float in midair. |
| Silver | Its adorable behavior and cry make it highly popular. However, this cute Pokémon is rarely found. | |
| Crystal | Though rarely seen, it becomes easier to spot, for some reason, on the night of a full moon. | |
| Stadium 2 | The moonlight that it stores in the wings on its back apparently gives it the ability to float in midair. | |
| III | Ruby | On every night of a full moon, groups of this Pokémon come out to play. When dawn arrives, the tired Clefairy return to their quiet mountain retreats and go to sleep nestled up against each other. |
| Sapphire | On every night of a full moon, groups of this Pokémon come out to play. When dawn arrives, the tired Clefairy return to their quiet mountain retreats and go to sleep nestled up against each other. | |
| Emerald | On every night of a full moon, they come out to play. When dawn arrives, the tired Clefairy go to sleep nestled up against each other in deep and quiet mountains. | |
| FireRed | Its adorable appearance makes it popular as a pet. However, it is rare and difficult to find. | |
| LeafGreen | With its magical and cute appeal, it has many admirers. It is rare and found only in certain areas. | |
| IV | Diamond | Thought to live with others on quiet mountains, it is popular for its adorable nature. |
| Pearl | It flies using the wings on its back to collect moonlight. This Pokémon is difficult to find. |
Game locations
| Gen | Game | Rarity | Location |
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| I | Pokémon Red and Blue | Rare | Mt. Moon, Rocket Game Corner |
| Pokémon Yellow | Rare | Mt. Moon | |
| II | Pokémon Gold and Silver | Rare | Mt. Moon |
| Pokémon Crystal | Rare | Routes 3 and 4 (Night), Mt. Moon | |
| III | Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire | None | Trade |
| Pokémon Emerald | None | Trade | |
| Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen | Rare | Mt. Moon, Rocket Game Corner | |
| Pokémon Colosseum | None | Trade | |
| Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness | None | Trade | |
| IV | Pokémon Diamond and Pearl | Common | Mt. Coronet |
| Pal Park | Mountain |
In side games
| Game | Location |
|---|---|
| Pokémon Channel | Viridian Forest |
| Pokémon Trozei | Huge Storage 3 Mr. Who's Den |
| Pokémon Mystery Dungeon | Joyous Tower (9F-14F) |
Base stats
| HP: | 70 | |
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| Attack: | 45 | |
| Defense: | 48 | |
| Special: | 60 | |
| SpAtk: | 60 | |
| SpDef: | 65 | |
| Speed: | 35 |
The Special stat was used only in Generation I; it was later split into Special Attack and Special Defense.
Type effectiveness
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Learnset
Clefairy is capable of learning the following moves.
Moves in bold are damage moves to which STAB apply.
By leveling up
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By TM/HM
By breeding
| Move | Type | Cat. | Father |
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| Amnesia | 
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| Marill*, Azumarill* |
| Belly Drum | 
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| Marill*, Azumarill* |
| Covet |
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| Skitty |
| Fake Tears | 
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| Mawile Plusle Minun |
| Metronome |
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