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#0299Hoenn · Generation 3

Nosepass

NosepassCompass Pokémon

Rock

Once the people of Hisui discovered that its red nose always points north, they grew to rely on it greatly when traveling afar. The nose seems to work in a similar way to ancient compasses. Pokédex, Legends: Arceus

Height
1 m
Weight
97 kg
Habitat
Cave
Abilities
Sturdy, Magnet Pull, Sand Force (hidden)
11Anime episodes
17Games found in
7Japanese cards
2003Anime debut

The Story

What the Pokédex says

  • Legends: Arceus

    Once the people of Hisui discovered that its red nose always points north, they grew to rely on it greatly when traveling afar. The nose seems to work in a similar way to ancient compasses.

  • Ultra Moon

    It hunts without twitching a muscle by pulling in its prey with powerful magnetism. But sometimes it pulls natural enemies in close.

  • Ultra Sun

    It moves less than an inch a year, but when it’s in a jam, it will spin and drill down into the ground in a split second.

  • Moon

    It uses powerful magnetism to drag its prey toward it. It’s also been known to pull in metal, which it collects and uses to protect itself.

9 more entries from older games
  • Sun

    The magnet in Nosepass’s nose provides an unerring compass, making it an excellent partner for Trainers going on a journey.

  • Alpha Sapphire

    Nosepass had been said to be completely unmoving, with its magnetic nose pointed due north. However, close observation has revealed that the Pokémon actually moves by a little over 3/8 of an inch every year.

  • Omega Ruby

    Nosepass’s magnetic nose is always pointed to the north. If two of these Pokémon meet, they cannot turn their faces to each other when they are close because their magnetic noses repel one another.

  • Y

    Its magnetic nose consistently faces north. Travelers check Nosepass to get their bearings.

  • X

    Its magnetic nose always faces north and draws iron objects to its body to protect itself better.

  • White

    When endangered, it may protect itself by raising its magnetism and drawing iron objects to its body.

  • SoulSilver

    If two of these meet, they cannot get too close because their noses repel each other.

  • Pearl

    Its nose is a magnet. As a result, this Pokémon always keeps its face pointing north.

  • Emerald

    Its body emits a powerful magnetism. It feeds on prey that is pulled in by the force. Its magnetism is stronger in cold seasons.

Evolution

The Nosepass line

  • Nosepass ProbopassUse Thunder Stone

Where to find it

Found in 17 games

Regions: Hoenn · Orre · Sinnoh · Johto · Unova · Kalos · Alola

RubyHoenn1 location
LocationHowLevel
Granite CaveSmashing rocks10-20
SapphireHoenn1 location
LocationHowLevel
Granite CaveSmashing rocks10-20
EmeraldHoenn1 location
LocationHowLevel
Granite CaveSmashing rocks10-20
XDOrre3 locations
LocationHowLevel
Pokespot · Cave Pokespot, Oasis Pokespot, Rock PokespotSnagging a Pokemon from a trainer in Pokemon Colosseum or Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness.26
Pyrite TownSnagging a Pokemon from a trainer in Pokemon Colosseum or Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness.26
Realgam TowerSnagging a Pokemon from a trainer in Pokemon Colosseum or Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness.26
DiamondSinnoh1 location
LocationHowLevel
Route 206Walking in tall grass or a cave14
PearlSinnoh1 location
LocationHowLevel
Route 206Walking in tall grass or a cave14
PlatinumSinnoh7 locations
LocationHowLevel
Mt. Coronet · Mount Coronet (1F from exterior)Walking in tall grass or a cave37
Mt. Coronet · Mount Coronet (1F Road 207)Walking in tall grass or a cave18
Mt. Coronet · Mount Coronet (1F Road 211)Walking in tall grass or a cave14
Mt. Coronet · Mount Coronet (1F Road 216)Walking in tall grass or a cave33
Mt. Coronet · Mount Coronet (2F), Mount Coronet (3F), Mount Coronet (4F small room), Mount Coronet (4F), Mount Coronet (5F), Mount Coronet (6F)Walking in tall grass or a cave37
Mt. Coronet · Mount Coronet (B1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave33
Mt. Coronet · Mount Coronet (exterior blizzard), Mount Coronet (exterior snowfall)Walking in tall grass or a cave38
HeartGoldJohto1 location
LocationHowLevel
Johto Safari ZoneWalking in tall grass or a cave45
SoulSilverJohto1 location
LocationHowLevel
Johto Safari ZoneWalking in tall grass or a cave45
Black 2Unova8 locations
LocationHowLevel
Chargestone Cave · Chargestone Cave (1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave27
Chargestone Cave · Chargestone Cave (B1F), Chargestone Cave (B2F)Walking in tall grass or a cave30
Clay TunnelWalking in tall grass or a cave55-57
Glacier RoomWalking in tall grass or a cave55-57
Iron RoomWalking in tall grass or a cave55-57
Rocky Mountain RoomWalking in tall grass or a cave55-57
Route 6Finding a Pokemon in a Hidden Grotto25-29
Underground RuinsWalking in tall grass or a cave55-57
White 2Unova8 locations
LocationHowLevel
Chargestone Cave · Chargestone Cave (1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave27
Chargestone Cave · Chargestone Cave (B1F), Chargestone Cave (B2F)Walking in tall grass or a cave30
Clay TunnelWalking in tall grass or a cave55-57
Glacier RoomWalking in tall grass or a cave55-57
Iron RoomWalking in tall grass or a cave55-57
Rocky Mountain RoomWalking in tall grass or a cave55-57
Route 6Finding a Pokemon in a Hidden Grotto25-29
Underground RuinsWalking in tall grass or a cave55-57
XKalos2 locations
LocationHowLevel
Friend SafariWalking in tall grass or a cave30
Route 10Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave10
YKalos2 locations
LocationHowLevel
Friend SafariWalking in tall grass or a cave30
Route 10Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave10
SunAlola1 location
LocationHowLevel
Akala OutskirtsWalking in tall grass or a cave20-23
MoonAlola1 location
LocationHowLevel
Akala OutskirtsWalking in tall grass or a cave20-23
Ultra SunAlola1 location
LocationHowLevel
Akala OutskirtsWalking in tall grass or a cave21-24
Ultra MoonAlola1 location
LocationHowLevel
Akala OutskirtsWalking in tall grass or a cave21-24

Encounter tables cover the main series through Sword & Shield. Newer titles are added as their data lands.

In the anime

11 episodes on record

First appearanceThe Winner by a NosepassAG016 · Ruby & Sapphire · first aired in Japan March 13, 2003

Major appearances 5

Ruby & Sapphire

  • AG016The Winner by a Nosepass2003
  • AG183Aipom and Circumstance!2006

Diamond & Pearl

  • DP058Nosing 'Round The Mountain!2007

Horizons

  • HZ002The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)2023

Movie

  • M12Arceus and the Jewel of Life2009
Minor appearances · 6 episodes

Diamond & Pearl

  • DP095Battling the Generation Gap!2008
  • DP112Cheers on Castaways Isle!2009
  • DP183League Unleashed!2010

Horizons

  • HZ101Terastallization vs. Mega Evolution!2025

Movie

  • M07Destiny Deoxys2004
  • M08Lucario and the Mystery of Mew2005

Japanese cards

7 cards across 7 sets

Pull one yourself: Munkyss Zero box, $110.00 · Glory of Team Rocket box, $136.00

Munkyss Zero

20261 card
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Glory of Team Rocket

20251 card
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Crimson Haze

20241 card
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Ruler of the Black Flame

20231 card
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Star Birth

20221 card
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Alter Genesis

20191 card
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Clash of the Blue Sky

20041 card
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Species data from the games via PokéAPI; anime appearances indexed from Bulbapedia. Artwork © Nintendo / Creatures / GAME FREAK. Not affiliated with Nintendo / The Pokémon Company.