Pokédex

Pikachu Stats, Weaknesses & Evolution

Pikachu official artwork

Pikachu (#0025) is an Electric-type Mouse Pokémon introduced in Generation 1. It stands 0.4 m tall, weighs 6 kg and has a base stat total of 320, with its highest base stat in Speed (90). Its ability is Static, with Lightning Rod as its Hidden Ability. Pikachu is weak to Ground attacks.

Possesses cheek sacs in which it stores electricity. This clever forest-dweller roasts tough berries with an electric shock before consuming them.

Pikachu base stats

  • HP: 35
  • Attack: 55
  • Defense: 40
  • Sp. Atk: 50
  • Sp. Def: 50
  • Speed: 90
  • Total: 320

Abilities

  • Static
  • Lightning Rod (Hidden)

Pikachu type weaknesses & resistances

Weak to

  • Ground (2x)

Resists

  • Electric (0.5x)
  • Flying (0.5x)
  • Steel (0.5x)

Pikachu evolution chain

Pikachu level-up moveset

  • Lv. 1: Charm
  • Lv. 1: Growl
  • Lv. 1: Nasty Plot
  • Lv. 1: Nuzzle
  • Lv. 1: Play Nice
  • Lv. 1: Quick Attack
  • Lv. 1: Sweet Kiss
  • Lv. 1: Tail Whip
  • Lv. 1: Thunder Shock
  • Lv. 4: Thunder Wave
  • Lv. 8: Double Team
  • Lv. 12: Electro Ball
  • Lv. 16: Feint
  • Lv. 20: Spark
  • Lv. 24: Agility
  • Lv. 28: Iron Tail
  • Lv. 32: Discharge
  • Lv. 36: Thunderbolt
  • Lv. 40: Light Screen
  • Lv. 44: Thunder