Glalie, the Face Pokémon, is an intriguing Ice-type Pokémon that was first introduced in Generation III. Known for its icy exterior and surprising versatility, Glalie has captured the attention of trainers for years, especially with its Mega Evolution. This guide dives into the world of Glalie, exploring its capabilities, evolution, and most importantly, the moves it can learn to become a formidable member of your team.
Glalie: Pokédex Insights
Glalie, designated as National № 0362, stands at a height of 4′11″ (1.5 m) and weighs a substantial 565.5 lbs (256.5 kg). This Ice-type Pokémon is categorized as the Face Pokémon, a description that reflects its unique, mask-like icy structure.
Key Pokédex Data:
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| National № | 0362 |
| Type | Ice |
| Species | Face Pokémon |
| Height | 1.5 m (4′11″) |
| Weight | 256.5 kg (565.5 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Inner Focus 2. Ice Body Hidden: Moody |
Glalie possesses interesting abilities. Inner Focus prevents flinching, which can be strategically advantageous in battles. Ice Body allows Glalie to regenerate HP during a hailstorm, synergizing well with Ice-type strategies. Its hidden ability, Moody, introduces an element of unpredictability by randomly boosting one stat and lowering another each turn.
Training and Breeding Glalie
For trainers keen on raising Glalie, here are some training and breeding insights:
Training Metrics:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| EV Yield | 2 HP |
| Catch Rate | 75 (9.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 50 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 168 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding Details:
| Group | Detail |
|---|---|
| Egg Groups | Fairy, Mineral |
| Gender Ratio | 50% Male, 50% Female |
| Egg Cycles | 20 (4,884–5,140 steps) |
Glalie’s EV yield focuses on HP, making it a slightly bulkier attacker. Its egg groups allow for diverse breeding options, and the 50/50 gender ratio simplifies breeding for specific natures or abilities.
Base Stats and Type Defenses
Understanding Glalie’s base stats and type defenses is crucial for strategic deployment in battles:
Base Stats:
| Stat | Base Value | Range at Lv. 100 (Min) | Range at Lv. 100 (Max) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 80 | 270 | 364 |
| Attack | 80 | 148 | 284 |
| Defense | 80 | 148 | 284 |
| Sp. Atk | 80 | 148 | 284 |
| Sp. Def | 80 | 148 | 284 |
| Speed | 80 | 148 | 284 |
| Total | 480 |
Glalie possesses balanced stats across the board, each at a base of 80. This suggests a flexible Pokémon that can be adapted for various roles, although it doesn’t excel in any single stat without strategic investment or Mega Evolution.
Type Defenses:
As an Ice-type Pokémon, Glalie has specific type advantages and vulnerabilities:
| Type | Effectiveness | Type | Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 2x | Fighting | 2x |
| Fire | ½x | Poison | 2x |
| Water | 2x | Ground | 2x |
| Electric | 2x | Flying | 2x |
| Grass | 2x | Psychic | 2x |
| Ice | ½x | Bug | 2x |
| Ground | 2x | Rock | 2x |
| Dragon | 2x | Ghost | 2x |
| Steel | 2x | Dark | 2x |
| Fairy | 2x |
Glalie is resistant to Ice-type moves but is vulnerable to common attacking types like Fire, Fighting, Rock, and Steel. Being aware of these type matchups is key to using Glalie effectively.
Mega Glalie: Unleashed Power
Glalie can Mega Evolve into Mega Glalie, significantly boosting its stats and changing its ability. Mega Evolution is available in Omega Ruby, Alpha Sapphire, and Pokémon GO.
Mega Glalie Pokédex & Stat Changes:
| Category | Glalie | Mega Glalie |
|---|---|---|
| National № | 0362 | 0362 |
| Type | Ice | Ice |
| Species | Face Pokémon | Face Pokémon |
| Height | 1.5 m (4′11″) | 2.1 m (6′11″) |
| Weight | 256.5 kg (565.5 lbs) | 350.2 kg (772.1 lbs) |
| Ability | Inner Focus / Ice Body / Moody | Refrigerate |
Mega Glalie Base Stat Changes:
| Stat | Base Value (Glalie) | Base Value (Mega Glalie) |
|---|---|---|
| HP | 80 | 80 |
| Attack | 80 | 120 |
| Defense | 80 | 80 |
| Sp. Atk | 80 | 120 |
| Sp. Def | 80 | 80 |
| Speed | 80 | 100 |
| Total | 480 | 580 |
Mega Glalie experiences a dramatic increase in Attack, Special Attack, and Speed, transforming it into a much more offensive threat. Its ability changes to Refrigerate, which turns Normal-type moves into Ice-type moves, adding a unique twist to its movepool.
Evolution Line
Glalie evolves from Snorunt starting at level 42. Interestingly, Snorunt has a branched evolution. When a female Snorunt is exposed to a Dawn Stone, it evolves into Froslass, an Ice/Ghost type.
(use Dawn Stone, Female) #0478 Froslass Ice / Ghost
Glalie’s Movepool: Level Up, TM and Egg Moves
Glalie has access to a diverse range of moves through leveling up, Technical Machines (TMs), and Egg Moves. Understanding these moves is key to effectively utilizing Glalie in battles. While Glalie cannot learn Hidden Machines (HMs) which were present in older generations of Pokémon games, it has an extensive list of Technical Machine (TM) moves available in modern games like Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, providing excellent coverage and strategic options.
Level-Up Moves in Scarlet & Violet
Glalie learns a variety of moves naturally as it levels up in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet:
| Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Astonish | Ghost | Physical | 30 | 100 |
| 1 | Double Team | Normal | Status | — | — |
| 1 | Headbutt | Normal | Physical | 70 | 100 |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | Status | — | 100 |
| 1 | Powder Snow | Ice | Special | 40 | 100 |
| 1 | Sheer Cold | Ice | Special | — | 30 |
| 15 | Ice Shard | Ice | Physical | 40 | 100 |
| 20 | Protect | Normal | Status | — | — |
| 25 | Icy Wind | Ice | Special | 55 | 95 |
| 30 | Frost Breath | Ice | Special | 60 | 90 |
| 35 | Bite | Dark | Physical | 60 | 100 |
| 40 | Ice Fang | Ice | Physical | 65 | 95 |
| 47 | Snowscape | Ice | Status | — | — |
| 54 | Weather Ball | Normal | Special | 50 | 100 |
| 61 | Crunch | Dark | Physical | 80 | 100 |
| 68 | Blizzard | Ice | Special | 110 | 70 |
Key level-up moves include Blizzard for powerful Ice-type STAB (Same-Type Attack Bonus), Crunch for Dark-type coverage, and priority move Ice Shard.
TM Moves: Expanding Glalie’s Arsenal
TMs significantly broaden Glalie’s move options, allowing it to cover various type matchups and strategic roles. Here are some notable TMs Glalie can learn in Scarlet and Violet, categorized for clarity:
Ice-Type TMs:
- TM10 Ice Fang: A physical Ice-type move with a chance to freeze.
- TM34 Icy Wind: A Special Ice-type move that also lowers opponent’s Speed.
- TM46 Avalanche: A powerful physical Ice move, doubled in power if the user takes damage before attacking in the same turn.
- TM52 Snowscape: Sets up Hail, beneficial for Ice Body ability and boosting Blizzard’s accuracy.
- TM124 Ice Spinner: A physical Ice-type move that removes terrain.
- TM135 Ice Beam: A reliable Special Ice-type move with good power and accuracy.
- TM143 Blizzard: The strongest Special Ice-type move, especially potent in Hail.
- TM187 Icicle Spear: A multi-strike physical Ice-type move, breaking through Substitutes.
Dark-Type TMs:
- TM03 Fake Tears: Lowers the target’s Special Defense, setting up Special attacks.
- TM62 Foul Play: Uses the target’s Attack stat to calculate damage, effective against high Attack foes.
- TM87 Taunt: Prevents the target from using Status moves.
- TM94 Dark Pulse: A Special Dark-type move with a chance to flinch.
- TM108 Crunch: A physical Dark-type move learned by level-up and TM, offering flexibility.
Other Coverage and Utility TMs:
- TM01 Take Down: A strong Normal-type physical move with recoil.
- TM06 Scary Face: Lowers the target’s Speed.
- TM07 Protect: Protects from attacks for one turn.
- TM11 Water Pulse: A Special Water-type move with a chance to confuse.
- TM20 Trailblaze: A physical Grass-type move that raises the user’s Speed.
- TM22 Chilling Water: A Special Water-type move that lowers the target’s Attack.
- TM25 Facade: A Normal-type move that doubles in power when the user is statused.
- TM28 Bulldoze: A Ground-type move that lowers Speed.
- TM29 Hex: A Special Ghost-type move that doubles in power if the target is statused.
- TM47 Endure: Allows survival of a hit with 1 HP.
- TM50 Rain Dance: Sets up Rain, useful in certain team compositions but less directly beneficial for Glalie.
- TM66 Body Slam: A Normal-type physical move with a chance to paralyze.
- TM70 Sleep Talk: Can be used with Rest for recovery.
- TM75 Light Screen: Reduces damage from Special attacks.
- TM85 Rest: Fully restores HP and cures status, but induces sleep.
- TM90 Spikes: Sets up entry hazards.
- TM99 Iron Head: A Steel-type move for coverage against Fairy and Rock types.
- TM103 Substitute: Creates a Substitute to take hits.
- TM114 Shadow Ball: A Special Ghost-type move for coverage.
- TM130 Helping Hand: Boosts a teammate’s move power in Double Battles.
- TM149 Earthquake: A powerful Ground-type move for broad coverage.
- TM152 Giga Impact: A very powerful Normal-type move with a recharge turn.
- TM163 Hyper Beam: Another powerful Normal-type move with a recharge turn.
- TM171 Tera Blast: Changes type based on Tera Type, offering adaptability.
- TM177 Spite: Reduces the PP of the target’s last move.
- TM180 Gyro Ball: A Steel-type move whose power increases with lower Speed, though Glalie isn’t particularly slow.
- TM193 Weather Ball: Changes type and power based on weather conditions.
Egg Moves
Glalie can inherit Egg Moves through breeding, adding further customization:
- Block: Prevents opposing Pokémon from switching out.
- Disable: Disables the target’s last used move.
- Icicle Crash: A strong physical Ice-type move with a chance to flinch.
- Rollout: A Rock-type move that increases in power over consecutive turns.
- Switcheroo: Swaps held items with the target.
Sprites Through Generations
Glalie’s appearance has been consistently represented across different generations of Pokémon games:
| Type | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | |||||||
| Shiny | — | — |
Finding Glalie in the Wild
Glalie can be found or obtained in various locations across different Pokémon games:
- Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald/Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire: Evolve Snorunt.
- Sun/Moon/Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon: Mount Lanakila.
- Sword/Shield: Route 10, Lake of Outrage.
- Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl: Whiteout Cave, Icy Cave, Glacial Cavern.
- Legends: Arceus: Avalanche Slopes, Avalugg’s Legacy, Bonechill Wastes.
- Scarlet/Violet: Casseroya Lake, North Province (Area One), North Province (Area Three), Glaseado Mountain.
Conclusion: Mastering Glalie
Glalie, the Face Pokémon, offers a blend of balanced stats and a wide movepool, further enhanced by Mega Evolution. While it may not excel in a single area without Mega Evolving, its versatility and access to numerous TMs make it a customizable Pokémon for various team compositions. By strategically selecting moves from its level-up learnset, TM options, and even Egg Moves, trainers can unlock Glalie’s full potential and utilize it effectively in their Pokémon journey. Whether you choose to focus on Ice-type offense, Dark-type coverage, or a mix of utility moves, Glalie provides a solid foundation for strategic play.
