nacli
Generation IX · #0932 — Rock Salt Pokémon
Nacli, known as the Rock Salt Pokémon and bearing the National Pokédex number 932, is a pure Rock-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IX. This diminutive creature stands only 0.4 meters tall and weighs a modest 16.0 kilograms, making it one of the smallest Rock-type Pokémon in existence. Despite its humble stature, Nacli possesses a fascinating biological composition and cultural significance that has endured for centuries within the Paldea region. As the base form of a three-stage evolutionary line culminating in the massive Garganacl, Nacli represents the beginning of a remarkable transformation from a small salt crystal to a powerful mineral guardian.
Base Stats
Height
0.4m
Weight
16.0kg
Category
Rock Salt Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
brown
Shape
ball
Abilities
Protects from status conditions and halves damage from Ghost-type moves.
Prevents being KOed from full HP, leaving 1 HP instead. Protects against the one-hit KO moves regardless of HP.
Prevents stats from being lowered by other Pokémon.
Nacli Biology & Physical Characteristics
Nacli's body is a unique composition of rock salt, featuring a rugged brown upper body adorned with an off-white stripe that circles its form, while its lower half is constructed from a pure white salt cube. Two distinctive rectangular orange-yellow eyes capable of glowing red provide its primary sensory organs, and an additional white salt cube is embedded within its upper body structure. According to Pokédex entries, Nacli originates deep within the earth in layers of rock salt, and remarkably, it continuously creates and replenishes salt within its body throughout its lifetime. As Nacli travels across the ground, friction causes bits of salt to scrape away from its body, yet this loss is immediately compensated by the internal regeneration process. The rear corners of its salt cube-shaped lower body have become noticeably rounded over evolutionary time due to this constant abrasion, and the salt trails left behind by Nacli have been referred to as "salt roads" since ancient times.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Nacli Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Nacli exhibits a perfectly balanced gender distribution, with exactly 50% of individuals being male and 50% being female, allowing for straightforward breeding regardless of sex. The species belongs to the Mineral Egg Group, placing it alongside other crystalline and mineral-based Pokémon, which defines its breeding compatibility and evolutionary requirements. Nacli possesses a base Happiness value of 50, indicating a neutral disposition toward trainers and suggesting these creatures are neither particularly aggressive nor exceptionally friendly by nature. The incubation period for Nacli eggs spans 20 cycles, roughly equivalent to 4,884 to 5,140 steps in the game world, which places it within a moderate breeding timeframe. Despite having a very high catch rate of 255, indicating exceptional ease of capture, Nacli maintains standard breeding mechanics, making it accessible for breeders and competitive players seeking to obtain individuals with optimal IVs and natures.
Sprites
TMs & HMs
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm02
crystal
tm02
gold silver
tm03
crystal
tm03
gold silver
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm07
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm08
red blue
tm08
yellow
tm08
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm09
yellow
tm08
red green japan
tm08
blue japan
tm09
red blue
tm11
platinum
tm11
xd
tr76
sword shield
tm35
scarlet violet
tm50
scarlet violet
+302 more TMs/HMs
nacli's Evolution Chain
Nacli Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Nacli begins its evolutionary journey at level 24, transforming into Naclstack, which shares its Rock typing and represents a quantitative increase in size and mineral accumulation. The second evolution occurs at level 38, when Naclstack finally evolves into Garganacl, a towering Rock-type Pokémon that achieves massive proportions. This three-stage evolutionary line demonstrates a clear pattern of growth and consolidation, with each stage representing an accumulation of additional salt and mineral matter. The evolutionary process appears to be driven purely by experience and leveling, with no special items, conditions, or trading requirements necessary. Each evolution also grants progressive improvements to base statistics, particularly in Defense and Attack, transforming Nacli from a fragile creature into a formidable defensive force by its final form.
Where to Find
Location data not available for this Pokémon in the database.
Nacli Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Nacli inhabits the deep underground regions of Paldea, thriving in areas rich with rock salt deposits where it can sustain itself through the natural mineral composition of its environment. The species demonstrates a gentle and cooperative nature, having formed symbiotic bonds with humans for centuries. Historically, Nacli was treasured by people for its capacity to share precious salt, and evidence suggests these Pokémon were believed to possess spiritual significance, potentially aiding humans in warding off evil spirits for hundreds of years. The salt produced by Nacli possesses a characteristically gentle flavor, making it highly valued in culinary applications even in modern times, with its salt being used in delicacies such as ice cream. Nacli's slow movement speed, reflected in its base Speed stat of only 25, suggests it is a sedentary creature that does not require rapid locomotion, instead moving deliberately across the terrain while steadily depositing salt.
Pokedex Entries
It was born in a layer of rock salt deep under the earth. This species was particularly treasured in the old days, as they would share precious salt.
The ground scrapes its body as it travels, causing it to leave salt behind. Salt is constantly being created and replenished inside Nacli’s body.
Nacli Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Nacli derives from the combination of "salt" and "nacreous," referring to its composition of crystalline rock salt and its pearl-like, luminescent qualities. The Japanese designation, Kojio (コジオ), employs characters suggesting "small" and "salt," emphasizing Nacli's diminutive stature and mineral nature. Visually, Nacli presents a charming design that anthropomorphizes inanimate salt crystals, with its rounded white cube lower body and contrasting brown rugged upper section creating visual appeal while maintaining geological authenticity. The glowing rectangular eyes impart personality to an otherwise mineral-based form, and the off-white stripe circling its body provides visual balance and suggests layered mineral deposits. This design philosophy establishes Nacli as immediately recognizable and endearing while clearly communicating its primary composition and origin within subterranean salt formations.
Learnable Moves
Nacli can learn 39 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ancient power | rock | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| earth power | ground | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| earthquake | ground | Physical | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fissure | ground | Physical | — | 30 | 5 |
| flash cannon | steel | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| harden | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| heavy slam | steel | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| iron defense | steel | Status | — | — | 15 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| meteor beam | rock | Special | 120 | 90 | 10 |
| mud shot | ground | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| power gem | rock | Special | 80 | 100 | 20 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| recover | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rock polish | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock throw | rock | Physical | 50 | 90 | 15 |
| sandstorm | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| smack down | rock | Physical | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| stealth rock | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| stomping tantrum | ground | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| stone edge | rock | Physical | 100 | 80 | 5 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| zen headbutt | psychic | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 |
Nacli Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive play, Nacli faces significant limitations due to its unimpressive base stat total of merely 280, with particularly critical deficiencies in Speed (25), Special Attack (35), and Special Defense (35). Its most notable stat is Defense at 75, providing a modest advantage in physical durability, while its HP of 55 and Attack of 55 remain underdeveloped. However, Nacli's ability access grants it strategic potential: Purifying Salt provides crucial protection from status conditions and halves damage from Ghost-type moves, making it an excellent choice for status-heavy competitive formats; Sturdy prevents knockout from full HP and blocks one-hit KO moves; and its hidden ability Clear Body prevents stat reductions. Nacli's movepool includes valuable options such as Stealth Rock for hazard setup, Harden for defensive boosts, and Rock-type moves like Rock Throw and Ancient Power, establishing it primarily as a utility and support Pokémon rather than an offensive threat. Most competitive players utilize Nacli's evolutions rather than the base form, as Naclstack and especially Garganacl achieve far superior stat distributions that capitalize on the defensive foundations Nacli establishes.
Commonly Asked Questions About Nacli
What type is Nacli?
Nacli is a rock type Pokemon.
What does Nacli evolve into?
Nacli evolves into naclstack, then into garganacl.
What are Nacli's weaknesses?
Nacli is weak to fighting, ground, steel, water and grass type moves.
Nacli Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Within Paldean culture, Nacli holds profound historical and spiritual significance that extends back centuries. The species was particularly treasured in ancient times as a source of precious salt, with people recognizing and valuing the unique mineral properties of salt produced by these creatures. According to regional lore, Nacli has inhabited Paldean lands since ancient times, forming deep bonds with human communities and allegedly assisting in spiritual protection against malevolent forces. The salt trails created by Nacli's movement have been named "salt roads" since antiquity, suggesting these pathways hold cultural or practical importance in regional history. Even in contemporary times, Nacli salt remains highly valued in culinary contexts, particularly in premium food products where its characteristically gentle and refined flavor elevates dishes. The design choice to feature Nacli prominently in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, including significant narrative focus in episodes such as "The Terapagos I Don't Know," demonstrates Nacli's enduring importance to the franchise's worldbuilding and the Paldea region's identity.
Where to Find Nacli in Every Pokémon Game
Nacli is exclusively available in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet within the core series games, where it appears in the Paldea region with Pokédex number 129. The species also appears in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, where it maintains its Rock typing and available movepool. In the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet Pokédex, Nacli can be found in natural habitats throughout Paldea, with its specific locations varying based on region and terrain type. The exceptionally high catch rate of 255 makes Nacli remarkably easy to capture, requiring minimal effort or specialized equipment, ensuring accessibility for players of all skill levels. Nacli's presence in the Mineral Egg Group and its moderate breeding cycle make it readily available through breeding as well, allowing players to obtain multiple individuals or specimens with optimized stats. The species has not yet appeared in Pokémon GO or other spin-off titles beyond Legends: Z-A, restricting its acquisition to these select games, though its availability in mainline entries ensures it remains accessible to the broader Pokémon community.