Pikachu

Pikachu (Pokédex #0025) is a Electric-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 1. It is officially classified as the Mouse Pokémon. When several of these POKéMON gather, their electricity could build and cause lightning storms.

As a Electric-type POKEMON, Pikachu has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It takes double damage from Ground moves. It resists Electric, Flying, Steel moves, taking only half damage from them.

Pikachu's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 320 (moderate). Full distribution: HP 35 · ATK 55 · DEF 40 · SP.ATK 50 · SP.DEF 50 · SPD 90. Its standout stat is SPD (90), which makes it best suited for outspeeding opponents roles. Its abilities are Static, Lightning rod, with Lightning rod as its hidden ability.

Pikachu stands 0.4 m (16") tall and weighs 6.0 kg (13.2 lbs). It is typically found in Forest environments. Capture rate: 190/255 (easy to catch). Growth rate: Medium. Egg groups: Ground, Fairy.

Pikachu is part of the Pichu → Pikachu → Raichu evolution line (3-stage). Pikachu is a middle-stage evolution.

Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Pichu and Raichu. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.