Nacli (Japanese: コジオ, Hepburn: Kojio) (NAK-lee[1]) is a Rock-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IX.
Biology
Physiology
Nacli is a small, limbless, square, rock-like pokemon. It has a rough brown stone on its head with a white, cubic salt stone on the top of its head toward the back. It's eyes are rectangular holes with an orange light behind them. The eyes cannot change their shape, but their color can change depending on their emotion. If Nacli is delighted, it will have yellow eyes, but if it is furious, it will have red eyes. It does not have a visible mouth.
Behavior
Nacli are born underground where it secretes salt that regenerates over time. This pokemon was treasured by all who studied culinary arts, with this pokemon's salt being used even in ice cream due to its gentle taste.
Natural Abilities
Nacli and its evolutions are the only known Pokémon that can have Purifying Salt as an Ability.
Evolution
Nacli evolves into Naclstack starting at level 24.
Game Info
Locations
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Pokédex entries
- Scarlet
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.
- Violet
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.
Stats
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Total | 280
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Learnset
Leveling
Generation IX | ||||||
Level | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
1 | Tackle | ![]() |
Physical | 40 | 100% | 35 |
1 | Harden | ![]() |
Status | - | -% | 30 |
5 | Rock Throw | ![]() |
Physical | 50 | 90% | 15 |
7 | Mud Shot | ![]() |
Special | 55 | 95% | 15 |
10 | Smack Down | ![]() |
Physical | 50 | 100% | 15 |
13 | Rock Polish | ![]() |
Status | - | -% | 20 |
16 | Headbutt | ![]() |
Physical | 70 | 100% | 15 |
20 | Iron Defense | ![]() |
Status | - | -% | 15 |
25 | Recover | ![]() |
Status | - | -% | 5 |
30 | Rock Slide | ![]() |
Physical | 75 | 90% | 10 |
33 | Stealth Rock | ![]() |
Status | - | -% | 20 |
35 | Heavy Slam | ![]() |
Physical | - | 100% | 10 |
40 | Earthquake | ![]() |
Physical | 100 | 100% | 10 |
45 | Stone Edge | ![]() |
Physical | 100 | 80% | 5 |
Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. |
TM
Breeding
Generation IX | |||||
Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
Ancient Power | ![]() |
Special | 60 | 100% | 5 |
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Curse | ![]() |
Status | - | -% | 10 |
Parent Candidates: | |||||
Fissure | ![]() |
Physical | - | 30% | 5 |
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Power Gem | ![]() |
Special | 80 | 100% | 20 |
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Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. * indicates this move requires chain breeding. ◊ indicates the father must learn this move in a previous generation. ♈ indicates the father must learn this move via TM. |
Tutoring
Generation IX | ||||||
Games | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP |
Bold indicates that this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. Italic indicates that an evolved or alternate form of this Pokémon receives STAB from this move. |
Sprites
Trivia
Origin
Nacli appears to be based on a salt crystal embedded in a rock. Given its blocky, geometric appearance and the fact that Paldea, its home region, is based on the Iberian Peninsula, it may also be based on Cubism, an art movement pioneered by Spanish artist Pablo Picasso. Its appearance is also similar to that of the various mushroom items in the Mario franchise.
Etymology
Nacli is a combination of NaCl (the chemical formula for table salt; sodium chloride) and "little," with the I at the end possibly referring to iodine, an element commonly added to salt to prevent iodine deficiencies.
Kojio, its Japanese name, comes from 子 (ko, "child"), 小 (ko, "small"), 塩 (shio, "salt"), and "geo," a Greek root meaning "earth."
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- ^ Silvestri, Cris (2024). Pokémon Super Duper Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook [Book]. p. 373. Scholastic. ISBN 978-1-339-02801-9.