Grimer

Grimer (Pokédex #0088) is a Poison-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 1. It is officially classified as the Sludge Pokémon. Appears in filthy areas. Thrives by sucking up polluted sludge that is pumped out of factories.

As a Poison-type POKEMON, Grimer has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It takes double damage from Ground, Psychic moves. It resists Grass, Fighting, Poison, Bug, Fairy moves, taking only half damage from them.

Grimer's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 325 (moderate). Full distribution: HP 80 · ATK 80 · DEF 50 · SP.ATK 40 · SP.DEF 50 · SPD 25. Its standout stat is HP (80), which makes it best suited for bulk and endurance roles. Its abilities are Stench, Sticky hold, Poison touch, with Poison touch as its hidden ability.

Grimer stands 0.9 m (35") tall and weighs 30.0 kg (66.1 lbs). It is typically found in Urban environments. Capture rate: 190/255 (easy to catch). Growth rate: Medium. Egg groups: Indeterminate.

Grimer is part of the Grimer → Muk evolution line (2-stage). Grimer is the base form and can evolve into Muk via Level 38.

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