Biology
Clefairy is a bipedal, pink Pokémon with a chubby, vaguely star-shaped body. A small, pointed tooth protrudes from the upper left corner of its mouth. It has wrinkles beside its black, oval eyes, a single dark pink oval marking on each cheek, and large, pointed ears with brown tips. A tuft of fur curls over its forehead, much like its large, upward-curling tail. Each stocky arm has two small claws and a thumb on each hand and both feet have a single toenail. There is a pair of tiny, butterfly-shaped wings on its back. Though incapable of flight, Clefairy's wings can store moonlight and allow it to float.
Clefairy is very shy and rarely shows itself to humans. On the rare occasions it does come down from its mountain home, it can be seen dancing under the light of the full moon. The area surrounding their dance in enveloped in a magnetic field. Once the sun starts to rise, it returns home where it sleeps nestled with other Clefairy. The anime has shown that Clefairy is actually an extraterrestrial Pokémon.
In the anime
Major appearances
Multiple Clefairy were stealing things from a small Kanto town to repair their spaceship during Clefairy Tales. Jigglypuff beat up the Clefairy leader for stealing its microphone marker. These Clefairy made another appearance in Wish Upon a Star Shape when their spacecraft crashed in the Johto region.
Lusamine's Clefairy appeared in a fantasy in A Dream Encounter!, where she evolved into a Clefable. She reappeared during flashbacks in Mission: Total Recall!, where she was seen playing with Lillie. She reappeared again in another flashback in Rescuing the Unwilling!.
Other
Multiple Clefairy debuted in Clefairy and the Moon Stone, where some of them evolved into Clefable after touching the Moon Stone.
A Clefairy appeared in A Goldenrod Opportunity, under the ownership of Whitney. Commonly seen outside of its Poké Ball, it was used to send Team Rocket flying, and later in Whitney's Gym battle against Ash. However, the Fairy Pokémon had to be recalled when its Metronome failed against Cyndaquil.
Multiple Clefairy appeared in A Real Cleffa-Hanger, when Ash and his friends visited Mt. Moon again. They played a major role in the episode.
Minor appearances
A Clefairy appeared in Pikachu's Vacation as one of the Pokémon seen at the Pokémon Theme Park.
Multiple Clefairy appeared in The Power of One.
Multiple wild Clefairy appeared in Pikachu's Rescue Adventure.
A Trainer's Clefairy appeared in Wired for Battle! as an image that came up in Shingo's laptop.
A Clefairy appeared in Team Rocket's fantasy in Imitation Confrontation.
Multiple Clefairy appeared in the opening sequence of Destiny Deoxys.
A Clefairy appeared in Lights, Camerupt, Action!, under the ownership of Red. The two appeared in a film that Ash and Gary were watching when they were younger.
A Coordinator's Clefairy appeared in Hi Ho Silver Wind!.
A Coordinator's Clefairy appeared in Once More With Reeling!, where it was seen participating in the Terracotta Contest.
A Coordinator's Clefairy appeared in Getting the Pre-Contest Titters!.
A Trainer's Clefairy appeared in Beating the Bustle and Hustle!, where it was seen participating in the Sinnoh Pokémon Hustle.
Three Trainers' Clefairy appeared in The Power of Us.
A Trainer's Clefairy appeared in Battling on the Wing!.
A Trainer's Clefairy appeared in Z-Move Showdown!.
A Trainer's Clefairy appeared in SS004.
Pokédex entries
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Pokémon
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| EP006
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Clefairy
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Ash's Pokédex
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Clefairy. This impish Pokémon is friendly and peaceful. It is believed to live inside Mt. Moon, although very few have ever been seen by humans.
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In the manga
In the Ash & Pikachu manga
Similar to her anime counterpart, Whitney owns a Clefairy. It appeared in The Beginning Of Good Luck?! Pokémon Fortune Telling.
In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga
In Clefairy Tale, Ash discovers a colony of Clefairy with Bill and Professor Oak. The three humans assist with and witness an evolution ceremony.
In Clefairy in Space, a herd of wild Clefairy are causing trouble in Apple City, where rumors are circulating that Clefairy come from outer space. It is also learned that Clefairy have a secretion from the back of their throat that can harden into a crystal-like form.
In Magical Pokémon Journey and Pokémon Chamo-Chamo ☆ Pretty ♪
- Main article: Clefairy (MPJ)
One of Hazel's main traveling companions in Magical Pokémon Journey is a timid, shy Clefairy. Clefairy tends to be very cowardly, but when he actually does battle, he can use his powerful Metronome attack.
Clefairy also returns as a main character in Pokémon Chamo-Chamo ☆ Pretty ♪.
In the Pokémon Adventures manga
Green had a Clefairy nicknamed Clefy, which first appeared in A Little Kadabra'll Do It. It later evolved into Clefable in The Winged Legends when Red used his Moon Stone on him. Although he was used only once for distraction against Sabrina prior to evolving, his increased power allowed him to stall Thu-Fi-Zer for a short period of time with his Metronome.
Daisy Oak had a Clefairy used in Contests when she was younger, which first appeared in It All Ends Now III.
Rad Rickshaw owns two Clefairy nicknamed Cliff and Cliffette, as seen in Cautious Clefairy. A third Clefairy appeared in a fantasy in the same chapter.
A Clefairy appeared in a fantasy in Double Trouble with Dialga and Palkia IV.
A Clefairy appeared in Weavile Wobbles But It Won't Fall Down, under the ownership of a Lass at the Safari Zone.
Multiple Clefairy appeared in Choir Tournament at the Autumn Choir Tournament.
In the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga
A Clefairy appeared in Falkner The Bird Keeper's Challenge!!.
In the Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All manga
A Clefairy appeared in The Terrible Twins, Rin & Ran, under the ownership of Rin.
A Clefairy appeared in GDZ23.
In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga
- Main article: Red's Clefairy
Clefairy is one of the main characters in Pokémon Pocket Monsters and is Red's starter Pokémon. Clefairy is often very rude and stupid, gaining him the nickname "Blockhead Clefairy". He is the source of much slapstick humor in the manga.
Blaine has multiple Clefairy which were used as a punishment when Red's Clefairy got the final question to the quiz wrong of the Pokémon Quiz Battle.
Red also owns a Clefairy.
In the TCGOther appearances
When released from a Poké Ball, Clefairy will use Metronome to copy another Pokémon's move randomly.
Clefairy also uses Metronome but uses its own series of attacks such as Blizzard, Explosion, or Fire Spin; which will hurt any opponents close to Clefairy.
Trophy information
Clefairy are very cute Pokémon, which makes them popular pets. However, as they're only found in a few areas, it takes a lot of work to find one. Strangely enough, legend has it that Clefairy are more active during the full moon. These Pokémon are known to use Metronome, a move that unleashes a randomly selected technique.
Clefairy appears as a Spirit.
Game data
NPC appearances
- Pokémon Stadium: Clefairy stars in the mini-game "Clefairy Says." Players are given a pattern of arrows to repeat back. Each time the player messes up, they will receive a strike. After five strikes, the player is out. The last Clefairy standing wins.
- Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum: In Veilstone City's Slot Machines, the bonus rounds function with a Clefairy which points to which reel to stop first.
Pokédex entries
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Kanto
#035
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| Red(ENG)
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Its magical and cute appeal has many admirers. It is rare and found only in certain areas.
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| Blue
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| Yellow
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Adored for their cute looks and playfulness. They are thought to be rare, as they do not appear often.
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| Stadium
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Because of its adorable nature, it is in high demand as a pet. However, it is rare and found only in limited areas.
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| Generation II
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Johto
#041
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| Gold
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The moonlight that it stores in the wings on its back apparently gives it the ability to float in midair.
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| Silver
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Its adorable behavior and cry make it highly popular. However, this cute Pokémon is rarely found.
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| Crystal
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Though rarely seen, it becomes easier to spot, for some reason, on the night of a full moon.
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| Stadium 2
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The moonlight that it stores in the wings on its back apparently gives it the ability to float in midair.
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| Generation III
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Hoenn
#—
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Kanto
#035
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| Ruby
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On every night of a full moon, groups of this Pokémon come out to play. When dawn arrives, the tired Clefairy return to their quiet mountain retreats and go to sleep nestled up against each other.
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| Sapphire
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| Emerald
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On every night of a full moon, they come out to play. When dawn arrives, the tired Clefairy go to sleep nestled up against each other in deep and quiet mountains.
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| FireRed
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Its adorable appearance makes it popular as a pet. However, it is rare and difficult to find.
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| LeafGreen
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With its magical and cute appeal, it has many admirers. It is rare and found only in certain areas.
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Sinnoh
#100
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Johto
#041
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| Diamond
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Thought to live with others on quiet mountains, it is popular for its adorable nature.
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| Pearl
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It flies using the wings on its back to collect moonlight. This Pokémon is difficult to find.
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| Platinum
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It is said that happiness will come to those who see a gathering of Clefairy dancing under a full moon.
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| HeartGold
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The moonlight that it stores in the wings on its back apparently gives it the ability to float in midair.
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| SoulSilver
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Its adorable behavior and cry make it highly popular. However, this cute Pokémon is rarely found.
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| Generation V
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Unova
B2W2: #089
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| Black
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It is said that happiness will come to those who see a gathering of Clefairy dancing under a full moon.
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| White
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On nights with a full moon, Clefairy gather from all over and dance. Bathing in moonlight makes them float.
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| White 2
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Kalos
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Hoenn
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It is said that happiness will come to those who see a gathering of Clefairy dancing under a full moon.
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| Y
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The moonlight that it stores in the wings on its back apparently gives it the ability to float in midair.
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| Omega Ruby
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On every night of a full moon, groups of this Pokémon come out to play. When dawn arrives, the tired Clefairy return to their quiet mountain retreats and go to sleep nestled up against each other.
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| Alpha Sapphire
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Alola
SM: #211
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Alola
USUM: #273
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Kanto
#035
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| Sun
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Its adorable behavior and appearance make it popular with men and women, young and old. Its numbers are few, however.
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| Moon
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On nights with a full moon, they gather together and dance. The surrounding area is enveloped in an abnormal magnetic field.
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| Ultra Sun
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They're popular, but they're rare. Trainers who show them off recklessly may be targeted by thieves.
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| Ultra Moon
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Bathed in moonlight, its wings glow faintly. Without even flapping, Clefairy rises into the air, where it dances around.
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| Let's Go Pikachu
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Adored for their cute looks and playfulness. They are thought to be rare, as they do not appear often.
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| Let's Go Eevee
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Galar
#255
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| Sword
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It is said that happiness will come to those who see a gathering of Clefairy dancing under a full moon.
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| Shield
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Its adorable behavior and cry make it highly popular. However, this cute Pokémon is rarely found.
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Game locations
In side games
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Held items
Stats
Base stats
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Range
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| At Lv. 50
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At Lv. 100
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70
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130 - 177
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250 - 344
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45
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45 - 106
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85 - 207
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48
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47 - 110
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90 - 214
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60
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58 - 123
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112 - 240
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65
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63 - 128
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121 - 251
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35
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36 - 95
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67 - 185
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Total: 323
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Other Pokémon with this total
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- Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
- Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.
- This Pokémon's Special base stat in Generation I was 60.
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Pokéathlon stats
Type effectiveness
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Learnset
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Clefairy
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Clefairy
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Clefairy
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Clefairy
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations
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- Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must be chain bred onto Clefairy in Generation VIII
- Moves marked with a double dagger (‡) can only be bred from a Pokémon who learned the move in an earlier generation.
- Moves marked with a superscript game abbreviation can only be bred onto Clefairy in that game.
- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Clefairy
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Clefairy
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Clefairy
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Clefairy
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Move Tutor moves from other generations
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Clefairy
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an evolution of Clefairy
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see moves from other generations
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Side game data
Evolution
Sprites
Trivia
- The prototype name for Clefairy was Aria. In the Russian dub of the anime, this Pokémon was actually called that (original series).
- Clefairy and its evolution share their category with Snubbull and Granbull. They are all known as the Fairy Pokémon.
- Clefairy was originally going to be the official mascot of Pokémon, but Pikachu was used instead due to the popularity of the anime and Pikachu's familiarity with fans.[1][2]
- In the original pilot episode of the anime, Clefairy was intended to be Ash's starting Pokémon. Due to a last minute change, the role went to Pikachu. This would have made the anime closer to the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga, which would later be referenced in Lights, Camerupt, Action!, where its main character, Red, along with his Clefairy starred in a film that Ash and Gary were watching when they were younger.
- The Poké Doll is an item based on Clefairy.
- Clefairy is the first Fairy-type Pokémon in National Pokédex order.
- Clefairy was designed by Ken Sugimori.[3]
Origin
Clefairy seems to be based on a fairy, being a magical, somewhat humanoid, winged creature, thus lending credit to its name.
Name origin
Clefairy is a combination of clef (French for [musical] key) and fairy.
Pippi may be a shortening and repetition of pixie.
In other languagesRelated articlesNotesExternal links
Moon Stone (2%)
Leppa Berry (50%)
Comet Shard (1%)
For other sprites and images, please see Clefairy images on the Bulbagarden Archives.
