#025 Pikachu
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This Pokédex entry is for Generation VII Pokémon games. For Generation IX Pokémon games. Check out Pikachu Pokémon Scarlet & Violet data
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Pikachu Cosplay Pikachu Pikachu Belle Pikachu Libre Pikachu Ph. D. Pikachu Pop Star Pikachu Rock Star
Name Other Names No. Gender Ratio Type
Pikachu
Japan: Pikachu
ピカチュウ
French: Pikachu
German: Pikachu
Korean: 피카츄
National: #025
Central: #036
Coastal: #---
Mountain: #---
Hoenn: #163
Male :50%
Female :50%
Classification Height Weight Capture Rate Base Egg Steps
Mouse Pokémon 1'04"
0.4m
13.2lbs
6.0kg
1902,560
Abilities: Static - Lightningrod (Hidden Ability)
Static: The opponent has a 30% chance of being induced with PARALYZE when using an attack, that requires physical contact, against this Pokémon.
Hidden Ability (Available):
Lightningrod: Electric-type moves are drawn to this Pokémon. Electric-type moves will do no damage and the Pokémon's SP ATK is raised one stage. If the Pokémon is Ground-type, moves are drawn to it, but it gets no boost.
Experience Growth Base Happiness Effort Values Earned Eligible for Sky Battle?
1,000,000 Points
Medium Fast
70 2 Speed Point(s)
Not Eligible/Known
Damage Taken
*1 *1 *1 *0.5 *1 *1 *1 *1 *2 *0.5 *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 *1 *0.5 *1
Wild Hold Item Egg Groups
 
Light Ball
- 5%
Field
Fairy
Evolutionary Chain
Gender Differences
MaleFemale
Alternate Forms
Cosplay PikachuPikachu BellePikachu LibrePikachu Ph. D.Pikachu Pop StarPikachu Rock Star
Pikachu's form can be changed only through the special Cosplay Pikachu. It is cosmetic, but each form has got a different move
Locations - In-Depth Details
X Route 3, Santalune Forest
Friend Safari
Details
Y Route 3, Santalune Forest
Friend Safari
Details
Omega Ruby Safari ZoneDetails
Alpha Sapphire Safari ZoneDetails
Trainer Locations  Details
Flavor Text
X It raises its tail to check its surroundings. The tail is sometimes struck by lightning in this pose.
Y It has small electric sacs on both its cheeks. If threatened, it looses electric charges from the sacs.
Omega Ruby Whenever Pikachu comes across something new, it blasts it with a jolt of electricity. If you come across a blackened berry, it's evidence that this Pokémon mistook the intensity of its charge.
Alpha Sapphire This Pokémon has electricity-storing pouches on its cheeks. These appear to become electrically charged during the night while Pikachu sleeps. It occasionally discharges electricity when it is dozy after waking up.

Level Up Anchors X & Y ΩRαS
X & Y Level Up
LevelAttack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Tail Whip -- 100 30 --
The user wags its tail cutely, making opposing Pokémon less wary and lowering their Defense stat.
Thunder Shock 40 100 30 10
A jolt of electricity is hurled at the target to inflict damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
5 Growl -- 100 40 --
The user growls in an endearing way, making the opposing team less wary. The foes' Attack stats are lowered.
7 Play Nice -- -- 20 100
The user and the target become friends, and the target loses its will to fight. This lowers the target's Attack stat.
10 Quick Attack 40 100 30 --
The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes it almost invisible. It is sure to strike first.
13 Thunder Wave -- 100 20 --
A weak electric charge is launched at the target. It causes paralysis if it hits.
18 Electro Ball ?? 100 10 --
The user hurls an electric orb at the target. The faster the user is than the target, the greater the damage.
21 Double Team -- -- 15 --
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.
23 Nuzzle 20 100 20 100
The user attacks by nuzzling its electrified cheeks against the target. This also leaves the target with paralysis.
26 Slam 80 75 20 --
The target is slammed with a long tail, vines, etc., to inflict damage.
29 Thunderbolt 90 100 15 10
A strong electric blast is loosed at the target. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
34 Feint 30 100 10 --
An attack that hits a target using Protect or Detect. It also lifts the effects of those moves.
37 Agility -- -- 30 --
The user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. It sharply boosts the Speed stat.
42 Discharge 80 100 15 30
A flare of electricity is loosed to strike the area around the user. It may also cause paralysis.
45 Light Screen -- -- 30 --
A wondrous wall of light is put up to suppress damage from special attacks for five turns.
50 Thunder 110 70 10 30
A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.

ΩRαS Level Up
LevelAttack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Tail Whip -- 100 30 --
The user wags its tail cutely, making opposing Pokémon less wary and lowering their Defense stat.
Thunder Shock 40 100 30 10
A jolt of electricity is hurled at the target to inflict damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
5 Growl -- 100 40 --
The user growls in an endearing way, making the opposing team less wary. The foes' Attack stats are lowered.
7 Play Nice -- -- 20 100
The user and the target become friends, and the target loses its will to fight. This lowers the target's Attack stat.
10 Quick Attack 40 100 30 --
The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes it almost invisible. It is sure to strike first.
13 Electro Ball ?? 100 10 --
The user hurls an electric orb at the target. The faster the user is than the target, the greater the damage.
18 Thunder Wave -- 100 20 --
A weak electric charge is launched at the target. It causes paralysis if it hits.
21 Feint 30 100 10 --
An attack that hits a target using Protect or Detect. It also lifts the effects of those moves.
23 Double Team -- -- 15 --
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.
26 Spark 65 100 20 30
The user throws an electrically charged tackle at the target. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
29 Nuzzle 20 100 20 100
The user attacks by nuzzling its electrified cheeks against the target. This also leaves the target with paralysis.
34 Discharge 80 100 15 30
A flare of electricity is loosed to strike the area around the user. It may also cause paralysis.
37 Slam 80 75 20 --
The target is slammed with a long tail, vines, etc., to inflict damage.
42 Thunderbolt 90 100 15 10
A strong electric blast is loosed at the target. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
45 Agility -- -- 30 --
The user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. It sharply boosts the Speed stat.
50 Wild Charge 90 100 15 --
The user shrouds itself in electricity and smashes into its target. It also damages the user a little.
53 Light Screen -- -- 30 --
A wondrous wall of light is put up to suppress damage from special attacks for five turns.
58 Thunder 110 70 10 30
A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
TM & HM Attacks
TM/HM #Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
TM06 Toxic -- 90 10 --
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.
TM10 Hidden Power 60 100 15 --
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it.
TM16 Light Screen -- -- 30 --
A wondrous wall of light is put up to suppress damage from special attacks for five turns.
TM17 Protect -- -- 10 --
It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
TM18 Rain Dance -- -- 5 --
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves.
TM21 Frustration ?? 100 20 --
A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.
TM24 Thunderbolt 90 100 15 10
A strong electric blast is loosed at the target. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
TM25 Thunder 110 70 10 30
A wicked thunderbolt is dropped on the target to inflict damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
TM27 Return ?? 100 20 --
A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.
TM28 Dig 80 100 10 --
The user burrows, then attacks on the second turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.
TM31 Brick Break 75 100 15 --
The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.
TM32 Double Team -- -- 15 --
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.
TM42 Facade 70 100 20 --
An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.
TM44 Rest -- -- 10 --
The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user's HP and heals any status problem.
TM45 Attract -- 100 15 --
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
TM48 Round 60 100 15 --
The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.
TM49 Echoed Voice 40 100 15 --
The user attacks the target with an echoing voice. If this move is used every turn, it does greater damage.
TM56 Fling ?? 100 10 --
The user flings its held item at the target to attack. Its power and effects depend on the item.
TM57 Charge Beam 50 90 10 70
The user attacks with an electric charge. The user may use any remaining electricity to raise its Sp. Atk stat.
TM70 Flash -- 100 20 --
The user flashes a bright light that cuts the target's accuracy. It can also be used to illuminate caves.
TM72 Volt Switch 70 100 20 --
After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.
TM73 Thunder Wave -- 100 20 --
A weak electric charge is launched at the target. It causes paralysis if it hits.
TM86 Grass Knot ?? 100 20 --
The user snares the target with grass and trips it. The heavier the target, the greater the damage.
TM87 Swagger -- 90 15 --
The user enrages and confuses the target. However, it also sharply raises the target's Attack stat.
TM88 Sleep Talk -- -- 10 --
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.
TM90 Substitute -- -- 10 --
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user's decoy.
TM93 Wild Charge 90 100 15 --
The user shrouds itself in electricity and smashes into its target. It also damages the user a little.
TM94 (XY)
HM06 (ORAS)
Rock Smash 40 100 15 50
The user attacks with a punch that can shatter a rock. It may also lower the target's Defense stat.
TM94 (ORAS) Secret Power 70 100 20 30
The user attacks the target with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user's environment.
TM100 Confide -- -- 20 100
The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target's Sp. Atk stat.
HM04 Strength 80 100 15 --
The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move heavy boulders.
Egg Moves (Details)
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %  
Bestow -- -- 15 -- Details
The user passes its held item to the target when the target isn't holding an item.
Bide ?? -- 10 -- Details
The user endures attacks for two turns, then strikes back to cause double the damage taken.
Charge -- -- 20 -- Details
The user boosts the power of the Electric move it uses on the next turn. It also raises the user's Sp. Def stat.
Disarming Voice 40 -- 15 -- Details
Letting out a charming cry, the user does emotional damage to opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses.
Double Slap 15 85 10 -- Details
The target is slapped repeatedly, back and forth, two to five times in a row.
Encore -- 100 5 -- Details
The user compels the target to keep using only the move it last used for three turns.
Endure -- -- 10 -- Details
The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Fake Out 40 100 10 100 Details
An attack that hits first and makes the target flinch. It only works the first turn the user is in battle.
Flail ?? 100 15 -- Details
The user flails about aimlessly to attack. It becomes more powerful the less HP the user has.
Lucky Chant -- -- 30 -- Details
The user chants an incantation toward the sky, preventing opposing Pokémon from landing critical hits.
Present ?? 90 15 -- Details
The user attacks by giving the target a gift with a hidden trap. It restores HP sometimes, however.
Reversal ?? 100 15 -- Details
An all-out attack that becomes more powerful the less HP the user has.
Thunder Punch 75 100 15 10 Details
The target is punched with an electrified fist. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
Tickle -- 100 20 -- Details
The user tickles the target into laughing, reducing its Attack and Defense stats.
Wish -- -- 10 -- Details
One turn after this move is used, the target's HP is restored by half the user's maximum HP.
Volt Tackle 120 100 15 10 Details
The user electrifies itself, then charges. It causes considerable damage to the user and may leave the target with paralysis.Special Egg Move When Bred W/ Light Ball

Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire Move Tutor Attacks
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Covet6010025--
The user endearingly approaches the target, then steals the target's held item.
Electroweb559515100
The user captures and attacks opposing Pokémon by using an electric net. It reduces the targets' Speed stat.
Focus Punch15010020--
The user focuses its mind before launching a punch. It will fail if the user is hit before it is used.
Helping Hand----20--
The user assists an ally by boosting the power of its attack.
Iron Tail100751530
The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target's Defense stat.
Knock Off6510025--
The user slaps down the target's held item, preventing that item from being used in the battle.
Magnet Rise----10--
The user levitates using electrically generated magnetism for five turns.
Shock Wave60--20--
The user strikes the target with a quick jolt of electricity. This attack cannot be evaded.
Signal Beam751001510
The user attacks with a sinister beam of light. It may also confuse the target.
Snore501001530
An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.
Thunder Punch751001510
The target is punched with an electrified fist. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
Special Moves
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %
Celebrate----40--
The Pokémon congratulates you on your special day!Pokémon Center Birthday Event
Surf9010015--
It swamps the area around the user with a giant wave. It can also be used for crossing water.Japanese Pikachu Outbreakchu Event
Pokémon Center Online Event
Hold Hands----40--
Ally Pokémon hold hands. This makes them very happy.Japanese Pikachu Outbreakchu Event
Pokémon with You Distribution
Heart Stamp601002530
The user unleashes a vicious blow after its cute act makes the target less wary. It may also make the target flinch.Japanese Female Pikachu Outbreakchu Event
Icicle Crash85901030
The user attacks by harshly dropping an icicle onto the target. It may also make the target flinch.Pikachu Belle
Flying Press809510--
The user dives down onto the target from the sky. This move is Fighting and Flying type simultaneously.Pikachu Libre
Electric Terrain----10--
The user electrifies the ground under everyone's feet for five turns. Pokémon on the ground no longer fall asleep.Pikachu Ph. D.
Draining Kiss5010010--
The user steals the target's energy with a kiss. The user's HP is restored by over half of the damage taken by the target.Pikachu Pop Star
Meteor Mash90901020
The target is hit with a hard punch fired like a meteor. It may also raise the user's Attack.Pikachu Rock Star
Teeter Dance--10020--
The user performs a wobbly dance that confuses the Pokémon around it.Japanese Pikachu Outbreakchu Event 2015
Endeavor??1005--
An attack move that cuts down the target's HP to equal the user's HP.Pikachu Cup PGL Distribution
Happy Hour----30--
Using Happy Hour doubles the amount of Prize Money received after battle.Fukushima Event
Fly909515--
The user soars, then strikes its target on the second turn. It can also be used for flying to any familiar town.Pokémon Center Online Event
Bestow----15--
The user passes its held item to the target when the target isn't holding an item.Japanese Pokémon with You Event

Pre-Evolution Only Moves
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect % Method
Charm -- 100 20 --
Lv. 1
The user gazes at the target rather charmingly, making it less wary. The target's Attack is harshly lowered.
Sweet Kiss -- 75 10 --
Lv. 10
The user kisses the target with a sweet, angelic cuteness that causes confusion.
Nasty Plot -- -- 20 --
Lv. 13
The user stimulates its brain by thinking bad thoughts. It sharply raises the user's Sp. Atk.
Transfer Only Moves (Details)
Attack NameTypeCat.Att.Acc.PPEffect %Method
Captivate -- 100 20 -- Gen IV TM78
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target is charmed into harshly lowering its Sp. Atk stat.
Natural Gift ?? 100 15 -- Gen IV TM83
The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.
Swift 60 -- 20 -- Move Tutor - PtHGSS
Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing team. This attack never misses.
Mud-slap 20 100 10 100 Move Tutor - PtHGSS
The user hurls mud in the target's face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.
Rollout 30 90 20 -- Move Tutor - PtHGSS
The user continually rolls into the target over five turns. It becomes stronger each time it hits.
Headbutt 70 100 15 30 Move Tutor - HGSS
The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging straight into the target. It may also make the target flinch.
Mega Punch 80 85 20 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
The target is slugged by a punch thrown with muscle-packed power.
Mega Kick 120 75 5 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
The target is attacked by a kick launched with muscle-packed power.
Body Slam 85 100 15 30 Move Tutor - FRLG
The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
Double-edge 120 100 15 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
A reckless, life-risking tackle. It also damages the user by a fairly large amount, however.
Counter ?? 100 20 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
A retaliation move that counters any physical attack, inflicting double the damage taken.
Seismic Toss ?? 100 20 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
The target is thrown using the power of gravity. It inflicts damage equal to the user's level.
Mimic -- -- 10 -- Move Tutor - FRLG
The user copies the target's last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out.
Dynamic Punch 100 50 5 100 Move Tutor - Emerald
The user punches the target with full, concentrated power. It confuses the target if it hits.
Rollout 30 90 20 -- Move Tutor - Emerald
The user continually rolls into the target over five turns. It becomes stronger each time it hits.
Mud-slap 20 100 10 100 Move Tutor - Emerald
The user hurls mud in the target's face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.
Swift 60 -- 20 -- Move Tutor - Emerald
Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing team. This attack never misses.
Defense Curl -- -- 40 -- Move Tutor - Emerald
The user curls up to conceal weak spots and raise its Defense stat.


Stats
  HP Attack Defense Sp. Attack Sp. Defense Speed
Base Stats - Total: 320 35 55 40 50 50 90
Max Stats
Hindering Nature
Lv. 50 95 - 142 54 - 96 40 - 82 49 - 91 49 - 91 85 - 127
Lv. 100 180 - 274 103 - 188 76 - 161 94 - 179 94 - 179 166 - 251
Max Stats
Neutral Nature
Lv. 50 95 - 142 60 - 107 45 - 92 55 - 102 55 - 102 95 - 142
Lv. 100 180 - 274 115 - 209 85 - 179 105 - 199 105 - 199 185 - 279
Max Stats
Beneficial Nature
Lv. 50 95 - 142 66 - 117 49 - 101 60 - 112 60 - 112 104 - 156
Lv. 100 180 - 274 126 - 229 93 - 196 115 - 218 115 - 218 203 - 306

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