fraxure
Generation V · #0611 — Axe Jaw Pokémon
Fraxure, known as the Axe Jaw Pokémon, is a Dragon-type Pokémon that represents the intermediate evolutionary stage between Axew and the formidable Haxorus. Introduced in Generation V, Fraxure occupies National Pokédex position #611 and serves as a crucial stepping stone in one of the Dragon-type evolution lines. Standing at just one meter tall and weighing a modest 36 kilograms, Fraxure belies its true strength through its imposing tusks and aggressive temperament. Despite its relatively humble stature compared to its final evolution, Fraxure already demonstrates the violent and territorial nature that defines its evolutionary line, making it a notable presence in the Unova region and beyond.
Base Stats
Height
1.0m
Weight
36.0kg
Category
Axe Jaw Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
green
Shape
upright
Abilities
Increases damage inflicted to 1.25× against Pokémon of the same gender, but decreases damage to 0.75× against the opposite gender.
Bypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent a move.
Prevents opposing Pokémon from eating held Berries.
Fraxure Biology & Physical Characteristics
Fraxure is a bipedal draconic Pokémon featuring a distinctive anatomical design centered around its most prominent feature: a pair of long, gray tusks with striking red tips that protrude from the sides of its mouth. These tusks possess remarkable durability and are capable of shattering solid rock, though they represent both Fraxure's greatest strength and most critical vulnerability. The Pokémon's body is predominantly gray, adorned with a cowl-like formation of green segments running along its head, neck, back, and chest that provide visual contrast and suggest a natural armor-like protection. Its arms terminate in three red fingers on each hand, while its lower body maintains the gray coloration with distinctive red speckles across the underbelly. The tail is tipped with red, and its feet are similarly colored, creating a cohesive design that emphasizes the dangerous red accents of its most lethal weapons. Its dark eyes bearing red irises convey an intense, predatory gaze befitting its aggressive nature.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Fraxure Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Fraxure maintains a perfectly balanced gender ratio of 50% male to 50% female, ensuring equal distribution of sexual dimorphism potential across populations. In terms of breeding capability, Fraxure belongs to the Monster and Dragon egg groups, making it compatible with a diverse range of Pokémon for breeding purposes. The base friendship value of 35 is notably lower than the standard 70, indicating that Fraxure is naturally somewhat distant and aggressive in its interactions—a characteristic that aligns perfectly with its violent, territorial behavioral profile. Despite this lower friendship baseline, Fraxure remains capable of forming bonds with trainers through dedicated care and interaction. The egg hatch counter of 40 cycles, translating to approximately 10,024 to 10,280 steps required for incubation, places it within the moderate range for incubation time. The slow growth rate means that Fraxure requires substantial experience gain to reach its evolutionary threshold at level 48, emphasizing the time investment required to nurture it toward its powerful final form.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm01
black white
tm01
black 2 white 2
tm01
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm01
x y
tm02
emerald
tm02
firered leafgreen
tm02
ruby sapphire
tm02
black white
tm02
heartgold soulsilver
tm02
platinum
tm02
colosseum
tm02
diamond pearl
tm02
black 2 white 2
tm02
sun moon
tm02
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm02
x y
tm02
xd
tm02
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm02
ultra sun ultra moon
tm03
yellow
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fraxure's Evolution Chain
Fraxure Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Fraxure exists as the intermediate stage of a three-part evolutionary line beginning with Axew and culminating in Haxorus. It evolves from Axew once that Pokémon reaches level 38, representing a significant maturation in the dragon's development and power. The evolution from Axew to Fraxure marks a substantial increase in overall stats, particularly in Attack, which rises from Axew's 75 to Fraxure's commanding 117—the highest stat in Fraxure's spread and the second-highest in its evolution line. At level 48, Fraxure undergoes its final transformation into Haxorus, gaining additional bulk and further increasing its offensive capabilities to truly fearsome levels. This three-stage evolution path is relatively uncommon among Dragon-type Pokémon, emphasizing the gradual development from a small, aggressive hatchling into a near-apex predator. The progression is marked by consistent improvement in physical stats, with Haxorus ultimately achieving a base Attack stat of 147, making it one of the most physically powerful Dragon-types available.
Where to Find
unova victory road
unova
nature sanctuary
unova
+9 more
Fraxure Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Fraxure is characterized by exceptional territorial aggression and a propensity for violent confrontation that mirrors the intensity of its evolutionary relatives. These Pokémon engage in fierce battles with one another over territorial claims, with fights often escalating into intense displays of physical combat. Remarkably, Fraxure demonstrates sophisticated behavioral adaptation regarding its tusks—understanding that broken tusks will not regenerate, it diligently sharpens its tusks on river rocks following each battle, a behavior that speaks to both intelligence and survival instinct. Fraxure inhabits riverine environments where suitable sharpening stones are available, and it even competes with Bisharp for access to prime sharpening locations. Despite their aggressive reputation, Fraxure demonstrates restraint with their tusks, using them only when absolutely necessary for combat or sustenance. When hunting prey, Fraxure employs its thick tusks to precisely cut food into two portions—one for immediate consumption and another for later consumption—revealing a surprisingly methodical approach to resource management.
Pokedex Entries
Since a broken tusk will not grow back, they diligently sharpen their tusks on river rocks after they’ve been fighting.
A broken tusk will not grow back, so it diligently sharpens its tusks on river rocks after the end of a battle.
Their tusks can shatter rocks. Territory battles between Fraxure can be intensely violent.
Their tusks can shatter rocks. Territory battles between Fraxure can be intensely violent.
A broken tusk will not grow back, so it diligently sharpens its tusks on river rocks after the end of a battle.
Their tusks can shatter rocks. Territory battles between Fraxure can be intensely violent.
A broken tusk will not grow back, so it diligently sharpens its tusks on river rocks after the end of a battle.
After battle, this Pokémon carefully sharpens its tusks on river rocks. It needs to take care of its tusks—if one breaks, it will never grow back.
Its skin is as hard as a suit of armor. Fraxure’s favorite strategy is to tackle its opponents, stabbing them with its tusks at the same time.
Fraxure Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Fraxure derives from the Latin word 'frango,' meaning 'to break' or 'to shatter,' combined with 'fracture,' directly referencing the Pokémon's tusk-based combat style and the critical vulnerability of broken tusks that cannot regenerate. The Japanese designation, Onondo, follows a similar pattern, incorporating phonetic elements that suggest cutting and slashing motions. The Axe Jaw designation perfectly encapsulates Fraxure's design philosophy—its tusks function as biological axes, and the lower jaw structure emphasizes the cutting edge aesthetic. The design itself appears heavily inspired by prehistoric mammals such as saber-toothed cats, though reimagined through a distinctly draconic lens with the addition of dragon-type characteristics like the scaled segments and reptilian features. The color palette of gray body with red accents creates a striking contrast that emphasizes the dangerous nature of its tusks while the green segments suggest a natural armor or carapace, grounding the design in a pseudo-realistic biological framework despite its fantastical nature.
Learnable Moves
Fraxure can learn 76 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| aqua tail | water | Physical | 90 | 90 | 10 |
| assurance | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| bite | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| breaking swipe | dragon | Physical | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| brick break | fighting | Physical | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| crunch | dark | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| cut | normal | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| draco meteor | dragon | Special | 130 | 90 | 5 |
| dragon cheer | dragon | Status | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| dragon claw | dragon | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| dragon dance | dragon | Status | — | — | 20 |
| dragon pulse | dragon | Special | 85 | 100 | 10 |
| dragon rage | dragon | Special | — | 100 | 10 |
| dragon tail | dragon | Physical | 60 | 90 | 10 |
| dual chop | dragon | Physical | 40 | 90 | 15 |
| endeavor | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| false swipe | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 40 |
| fling | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| focus energy | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| guillotine | normal | Physical | — | 30 | 5 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hone claws | dark | Status | — | — | 15 |
| incinerate | fire | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| laser focus | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| leer | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| low kick | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| outrage | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| poison jab | poison | Physical | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| reversal | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| roar | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| scale shot | dragon | Physical | 25 | 90 | 20 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| scratch | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| shock wave | electric | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| slash | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snarl | dark | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| stomping tantrum | ground | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| superpower | fighting | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 |
| surf | water | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| swords dance | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| taunt | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| trailblaze | grass | Physical | 50 | 100 | 20 |
| x scissor | bug | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
Fraxure Competitive Battle Guide
Fraxure occupies a niche position in competitive Pokémon battles as a physical attacker with considerable offensive potential despite not being the preferred competitive choice in its evolutionary line. With a base Attack stat of 117 and a base Speed of 67, Fraxure functions as a moderately fast physical sweeper, though it falls short of the sweeping capabilities of its final evolution, Haxorus. Its ability options provide meaningful tactical flexibility: Rivalry increases damage output by 25% against same-gender opponents while reducing it by 25% against opposite-gender foes, creating dynamic strategic considerations in double and triple battles; Mold Breaker allows Fraxure to ignore opponent abilities that would block or hinder its moves, providing crucial utility against defensive abilities; the hidden ability Unnerve prevents opponents from consuming held berries, disrupting common competitive item strategies. Fraxure's movepool emphasizes physical Dragon-type attacks and coverage moves, though its low Special Attack of 40 makes special moves unviable. The relatively modest defenses (70 Defense and 50 Special Defense) mean Fraxure requires careful positioning and prediction in competitive scenarios. Most competitive players opt to push directly toward Haxorus rather than use Fraxure extensively, though it serves as an effective mid-game threat in lower-tier competitive formats.
Commonly Asked Questions About Fraxure
What type is Fraxure?
Fraxure is a dragon type Pokemon.
What does Fraxure evolve into?
Fraxure evolves into haxorus.
What are Fraxure's weaknesses?
Fraxure is weak to ice, dragon and fairy type moves.
Where can I find Fraxure?
Fraxure can be found in unova victory road (unova) and nature sanctuary (unova).
Fraxure Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Fraxure achieved notable prominence through its association with Iris, a major character in the Pokémon anime series who uses Fraxure as a key member of her team during her journey through Unova. This anime appearance significantly elevated Fraxure's visibility within the Pokémon fanbase despite its intermediate evolutionary status. The fierce, territorial nature of Fraxure resonates with players who appreciate aggressive, combat-focused Pokémon design philosophy, and the design's emphasis on natural weaponry and survival instinct appeals to those interested in realistic biological adaptation. The unique tusk-sharpening behavior described in multiple Pokédex entries has become iconic within the fanbase, generating discussion about animal behavior, resource management, and the costs of utilizing one's own body as a weapon. Fraxure's relatively modest base stats compared to Haxorus sometimes lead to it being overlooked by casual players, yet enthusiasts appreciate it as a bridge between the small, vulnerable Axew and the powerful Haxorus, making it significant within the broader narrative of dragon-type growth and development in the franchise.
Where to Find Fraxure in Every Pokémon Game
Fraxure's availability varies significantly across different Pokémon game generations and regions. In the Generation V games that introduced it, Fraxure appears in the Unova Pokédex as accessible wild encounters in specific locations, with National Pokédex number 611. Players typically encounter Fraxure as a natural progression after capturing and training Axew to level 38, allowing for direct evolution within the normal gameplay flow. Subsequent generations have featured variable availability, with Fraxure appearing in regional Pokédexes across Generation VI (Kalos), Generation VIII (Galar), and Generation IX (Paldea) in different capacities. In Pokémon X and Y, Fraxure occupies Kalos Central Pokédex position 149, while in Sword and Shield it holds position 325 in the Galar Pokédex, and in Scarlet and Violet it appears as position 156 in the regular Pokédex with additional availability through the Indigo Disk DLC at position 141. The base capture rate of 60 makes Fraxure moderately difficult to capture in the wild, requiring strategic use of status conditions and weakening to increase capture success rates. Breeding Axew provides a reliable alternative method for obtaining Fraxure across most game generations for players with access to the evolutionary line.