lunatone #337
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lunatone
Generation III · #0337 — Meteorite Pokémon
Lunatone, the Meteorite Pokémon, is a Rock/Psychic-type species that has captivated researchers since its discovery at a meteor strike site 40 years prior to the events of Generation III. This fascinating creature, assigned the National Pokédex number #337, stands at approximately one meter in height and weighs a surprisingly dense 168 kilograms—a testament to its rocky composition. The mystery surrounding Lunatone's origins has spawned numerous theories within the Pokémon scientific community, with many researchers theorizing that this remarkable Pokémon may have originated from outer space itself, though definitive proof remains elusive. With its genderless nature and placement within the Mineral egg group, Lunatone represents one of the most enigmatic specimens in the Hoenn region, combining Rock-type durability with Psychic-type mystique in a way that few other Pokémon can match.
Base Stats
Height
1.0m
Weight
168.0kg
Category
Meteorite Pokémon
Gender
Genderless
Color
yellow
Shape
ball
Habitat
cave
Abilities
Evades ground moves.
Lunatone Biology & Physical Characteristics
Lunatone possesses a distinctive cream-colored body formed in the shape of a crescent moon, with a pointed, beak-like structure protruding from the center of its curved form. The most striking features of this Pokémon are its deep-set, intimidating red eyes, which possess a hypnotic quality capable of inducing paralysis, fear, or sleep in those who meet their gaze directly. Rather than locomoting like conventional Pokémon, Lunatone employs its formidable psychic powers to levitate and float through the air, defying gravity with apparent ease thanks to its Levitate ability. The Pokémon's physiology exhibits a remarkable connection to celestial cycles, with its health and vitality fluctuating in direct correlation with lunar phases. When exposed to the light of the full moon, Lunatone experiences a dramatic surge in power and vitality, suggesting a deep biological attunement to the moon's gravitational and luminous influence that may indeed hint at an extraterrestrial origin.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Lunatone Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Lunatone exists as a genderless Pokémon, a classification shared with other mineral and rock-based species, reflecting its inorganic or pseudo-organic nature. Despite lacking conventional sexual dimorphism or reproductive biology, Lunatone can still participate in breeding when paired with compatible partner Pokémon or placed in the Mineral egg group with a Ditto. When bred, Lunatone eggs require approximately 25 cycles to hatch, translating to roughly 6,169 to 6,425 steps of overland travel before the infant Pokémon emerges. The genderless classification adds another layer to Lunatone's mysterious persona, suggesting that reproduction in this species operates through mechanisms fundamentally different from most biological organisms—possibly through mineral crystallization, psychic reproduction, or some mechanism entirely unique to its extraterrestrial heritage. This biological quirk does not impede its viability as a breeder or team member, with a base happiness value of 70 indicating that despite its alien origins, Lunatone can form meaningful bonds with human trainers.
Held Items
Sprites
Held Items
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
moon-stone
evolution
Evolves a Clefairy into Clefable, a Jigglypuff into Wigglytuff, a Munna into Musharna, a Nidorina into Nidoqueen, a Nidorino into Nidoking, or a Skitty into Delcatty.
Cost: 3000
stardust
loot
Sell for 1000 Pokédollars, or to Ore Collector for 2000 Pokédollars.
Cost: 3000
stardust
loot
Sell for 1000 Pokédollars, or to Ore Collector for 2000 Pokédollars.
Cost: 3000
stardust
loot
Sell for 1000 Pokédollars, or to Ore Collector for 2000 Pokédollars.
Cost: 3000
stardust
loot
Sell for 1000 Pokédollars, or to Ore Collector for 2000 Pokédollars.
Cost: 3000
stardust
loot
Sell for 1000 Pokédollars, or to Ore Collector for 2000 Pokédollars.
Cost: 3000
stardust
loot
Sell for 1000 Pokédollars, or to Ore Collector for 2000 Pokédollars.
Cost: 3000
comet-shard
loot
Sell to Ore Collector for 60000 Pokédollars.
Cost: 25000
comet-shard
loot
Sell to Ore Collector for 60000 Pokédollars.
Cost: 25000
comet-shard
loot
Sell to Ore Collector for 60000 Pokédollars.
Cost: 25000
comet-shard
loot
Sell to Ore Collector for 60000 Pokédollars.
Cost: 25000
TMs & HMs
tm03
x y
tm03
black 2 white 2
tm03
black white
tm03
sun moon
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm03
ultra sun ultra moon
tm03
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm04
gold silver
tm04
emerald
tm04
firered leafgreen
tm04
ruby sapphire
tm04
diamond pearl
tm04
crystal
tm04
xd
tm04
heartgold soulsilver
tm04
black white
tm04
colosseum
tm04
platinum
tm04
sun moon
tm04
ultra sun ultra moon
+797 more TMs/HMs
Lunatone Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Lunatone does not evolve into any other Pokémon species, nor does it evolve from a predecessor form, making it a complete evolutionary line unto itself. This standalone status represents a unique niche within Generation III's roster, positioning Lunatone as a fully-formed entity from the moment of its capture or hatching. Interestingly, Lunatone shares a special relationship with Solrock, a Fire/Psychic-type Pokémon that is considered its counterpart rather than its evolution—the two species are frequently encountered in tandem across various games and regions, suggesting an ecological or evolutionary kinship despite their distinct typing and appearance. The absence of evolutionary potential has not diminished Lunatone's competitiveness or relevance in competitive play, as its balanced stats and unique typing provide sufficient versatility for strategic team building. This non-evolutionary design choice emphasizes Lunatone's alien and mysterious nature, suggesting that the species emerged fully-formed from whatever extraterrestrial or meteoritic origin theory may prove correct.
Where to Find
meteor falls
hoenn
+23 more
mt coronet
sinnoh
+51 more
sendoff spring
sinnoh
+3 more
turnback cave
sinnoh
+39 more
lake verity
sinnoh
+9 more
lake valor
sinnoh
+3 more
lake acuity
sinnoh
+3 more
giant chasm
unova
+23 more
unova route 13
unova
+5 more
unova route 22
unova
+1 more
glittering cave
kalos
Lunatone Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Lunatone demonstrates pronounced nocturnal and lunar-dependent behavioral patterns, becoming significantly more active during the night hours and reaching peak activity levels during full moon phases. This creature is known to inhabit cave systems, where it remains largely dormant during daylight hours and lunar phases when the moon is waning. The relationship between Lunatone's behavioral cycles and the lunar calendar is so pronounced that many researchers theorize an intrinsic biological link exists between the Pokémon and the moon itself, a phenomenon that remains one of Pokémon science's enduring mysteries. When active, Lunatone employs its psychic abilities not merely for levitation but also in hunting and territorial defense, with numerous reports indicating that its hypnotic stare can render opponents helpless. The Pokémon's intimidating demeanor and otherworldly appearance combine to make it a fearsome creature when encountered during its active periods, though its generally docile disposition outside of full moon nights suggests it is not inherently aggressive.
Pokedex Entries
Generation III
LUNATONE was discovered at a location where a meteorite fell. As a result, some people theorize that this POKéMON came from space. However, no one has been able to prove this theory so far.
LUNATONE becomes active around the time of the full moon. Instead of walking, it moves by floating in midair. The POKéMON’s intimidating red eyes cause all those who see it to become transfixed with fear.
It becomes very active on the night of a full moon. This POKéMON was first discovered 40 years ago at the site of a meteor strike.
Its health ebbs and flows with the lunar cycle. It brims with power when exposed to the light of the full moon.
Generation IV
Because it turns active on nights of the full moon, it is said to have some link to the lunar phases.
It was discovered at the site of a meteor strike 40 years ago. Its stare can lull its foes to sleep.
Generation V
Because it turns active on nights of the full moon, it is said to have some link to the lunar phases.
The phase of the moon apparently has some effect on its power. It’s active on the night of a full moon.
Generation VI
Because it turns active on nights of the full moon, it is said to have some link to the lunar phases.
It was discovered at the site of a meteor strike 40 years ago. Its stare can lull its foes to sleep.
Lunatone was discovered at a location where a meteoroid fell. As a result, some people theorize that this Pokémon came from space. However, no one has been able to prove this theory so far.
Lunatone becomes active around the time of the full moon. Instead of walking, it moves by floating in midair. The Pokémon’s intimidating red eyes cause all those who see it to become transfixed with fear.
Generation VIII
The phase of the moon apparently has some effect on its power. It’s active on the night of a full moon.
It was discovered at the site of a meteor strike 40 years ago. Its stare can lull its foes to sleep.
Lunatone Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Lunatone derives directly from 'Luna,' the Latin and Italian term for the Moon, combined with the English suffix '-tone,' referencing both its rock composition and the tonal quality suggested by its psychic nature. The Japanese designation 'ルナトーン' (Lunatone) maintains this lunar etymology while adapting it to Japanese phonetic conventions, ensuring the celestial reference remains clear across all linguistic versions. The crescent moon shape that defines Lunatone's body is no accidental design choice but rather a deliberate artistic decision emphasizing its connection to lunar cycles and nocturnal phenomena. The coloration—a cream or pale yellow hue—evokes moonlight itself, while the deep red eyes suggest either the energy of a blood moon or the ominous gaze of an otherworldly intelligence peering through the darkness. The beak-like protrusion at the center of the crescent creates an ambiguous appearance that straddles the line between geological formation and biological organism, perfectly capturing the mystery surrounding this Pokémon's true nature and origins.
Learnable Moves
Lunatone can learn 94 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| acrobatics | flying | Physical | 55 | 100 | 15 |
| ally switch | psychic | Status | — | — | 15 |
| ancient power | rock | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 |
| baton pass | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| blizzard | ice | Special | 110 | 70 | 5 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| calm mind | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| charge beam | electric | Special | 50 | 90 | 10 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| confusion | psychic | Special | 50 | 100 | 25 |
| cosmic power | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| defense curl | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| dream eater | psychic | Special | 100 | 100 | 15 |
| earth power | ground | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| earthquake | ground | Physical | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| embargo | dark | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| explosion | normal | Physical | 250 | 100 | 5 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| flash | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| future sight | psychic | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| giga impact | normal | Physical | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| grass knot | grass | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| gravity | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| gyro ball | steel | Physical | — | 100 | 5 |
| hail | ice | Status | — | — | 10 |
| harden | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| heal block | psychic | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| hypnosis | psychic | Status | — | 60 | 20 |
| ice beam | ice | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| icy wind | ice | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| laser focus | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| light screen | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| magic coat | psychic | Status | — | — | 15 |
| magic room | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| meteor beam | rock | Special | 120 | 90 | 10 |
| mimic | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| moonblast | fairy | Special | 95 | 100 | 15 |
| moonlight | fairy | Status | — | — | 5 |
| nasty plot | dark | Status | — | — | 20 |
| natural gift | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| pain split | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| power gem | rock | Special | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| power swap | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psych up | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psychic | psychic | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| psychic terrain | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psyshock | psychic | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| psywave | psychic | Special | — | 100 | 15 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| recycle | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| reflect | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| rock blast | rock | Physical | 25 | 90 | 10 |
| rock polish | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock throw | rock | Physical | 50 | 90 | 15 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| rollout | rock | Physical | 30 | 90 | 20 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| sand tomb | ground | Physical | 35 | 85 | 15 |
| sandstorm | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| self destruct | normal | Physical | 200 | 100 | 5 |
| shadow ball | ghost | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| signal beam | bug | Special | 75 | 100 | 15 |
| skill swap | psychic | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| smack down | rock | Physical | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| stealth rock | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| stomping tantrum | ground | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| stone edge | rock | Physical | 100 | 80 | 5 |
| stored power | psychic | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| telekinesis | psychic | Status | — | — | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| trick room | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| weather ball | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| zen headbutt | psychic | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 |
Lunatone Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battling, Lunatone occupies a specialized niche as a Psychic-type wall with respectable special attack capabilities, supported by a well-distributed stat pool totaling 460 base points. Its Special Attack stat of 95 and Special Defense stat of 85 position it as a mixed special attacker and defensive wall, while its HP of 90 and Defense of 65 provide moderate physical durability without exceptional resilience. The Levitate ability proves invaluable competitively, granting complete immunity to Ground-type moves, one of the most common attack types in competitive play, and negating terrain-based effects that would otherwise hinder its performance. With a Speed stat of 70, Lunatone operates in the mid-range speed tier, outspeeding many walls but failing to outpace dedicated physical threats, making strategic team composition and careful move selection essential. Common competitive movesets exploit Lunatone's special attack through moves like Psychic, Power Gem, and Moonblast, while defensive options such as Reflect, Light Screen, and Calm Mind allow it to function as a team supporter. Despite its utility, Lunatone remains a niche competitive choice, most frequently appearing in Doubles formats or casual competitive environments rather than high-level singles play, where its lack of specialized advantages and middling speed tier limit its effectiveness against the fastest and most offensive threats.
Commonly Asked Questions About Lunatone
What type is Lunatone?
Lunatone is a rock and psychic type Pokemon.
What does Lunatone evolve from?
Lunatone does not evolve.
What are Lunatone's weaknesses?
Lunatone is weak to ground, steel, water, grass, bug, ghost and dark type moves.
Where can I find Lunatone?
Lunatone can be found in meteor falls (hoenn), mt coronet (sinnoh) and sendoff spring (sinnoh) and 8 other locations.
Lunatone Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Lunatone has established itself as a memorable and culturally significant Pokémon since Generation III's release, particularly through its association with the Gym Leader Liza in the Hoenn region and its appearances in the Pokémon anime series. The Pokémon's mysterious extraterrestrial origin story and striking visual design have made it a favorite subject for fan speculation and creative interpretation, inspiring numerous theories about Pokémon origins and the broader lore of the Pokémon universe. In the trading card game, Lunatone has received numerous card representations across multiple generations, often featuring its lunar connection through artwork and attack descriptions that emphasize its psychic and astronomical properties. The pairing of Lunatone with Solrock as complementary counterparts—representing night and day, moon and sun—has resonated with players and fans who appreciate the thematic symmetry and representational balance this relationship provides. Lunatone's appearance in various media, merchandise, and competitive formats has cemented its position as a recognizable and respected species within Pokémon culture, contributing to its enduring appeal across multiple generations of trainers and fans.
Where to Find Lunatone in Every Pokémon Game
Lunatone was first introduced in Generation III, available in Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald as a Hoenn region Pokémon with a local dex number of #125, where it could be encountered in caves, particularly during nighttime hours and full moon phases. The species has maintained reasonable availability across subsequent generations, though its distribution has varied significantly by region and game version. In Pokémon X and Y, Lunatone appeared in the Coastal Kalos region with a local dex number of #012, appearing in caves and mountainous terrain consistent with its rocky habitat preferences. The introduction of the overworld Pokédex search function in later generations has made Lunatone more consistently available, typically appearing in cave systems, meteor impact sites, and areas with strong psychic energy across Galar, Paldea, and other regions. While not universally available in every game version, Lunatone's presence across most core series titles ensures that trainers seeking this lunar companion can reliably locate and capture one with reasonable effort, particularly during favorable lunar phases or in designated cave habitats where its spawn rate is highest.