Nihilego

Nihilego (Pokédex #0793) is a Rock/Poison-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 7. It is officially classified as the Parasite Pokémon. One of several mysterious Ultra Beasts. People on the street report observing those infested by it suddenly becoming violent.

As a Rock/Poison-type POKEMON, Nihilego has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It has a 4× weakness to Ground — these moves deal quadruple damage and should always be avoided in battle. It takes double damage from Water, Psychic, Steel moves. It resists Normal, Fire, Flying, Bug, Fairy moves, taking only half damage from them.

Nihilego's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 570 (very strong). Full distribution: HP 109 · ATK 53 · DEF 47 · SP.ATK 127 · SP.DEF 131 · SPD 103. Its standout stat is SP.DEF (131), which makes it best suited for special defense roles. Its abilities are Beast boost.

Nihilego stands 1.2 m (47") tall and weighs 55.5 kg (122.4 lbs). Capture rate: 45/255 (difficult to catch). Use Ultra Balls with a status condition (Sleep or Paralysis) for the best results. Growth rate: Slow. Egg groups: No Eggs.