Inkay.
BST 288 · dark / psychic
Inkay is weak to Bug, Fairy and is immune to Psychic.
Inkay base stats
BST 288 · ranges at level 100Inkay weaknesses and resistances
damage taken · Dark / Psychic dual typingInkay abilities
3 total · 1 hiddenInkay evolution line
2 stagesInkay evolves into Malamar: level it up to 30 or higher while holding the console upside down. How to evolve Inkay, every game
Best Inkay moves
gen 9 learnset · sorted by base powerInkay moves
gen 9 · 72 moves · 17 level-up · 46 TM/HM · 3 egg · 6 tutorInkay Pokédex entries
3 generations · newest firstIt spins while making its luminescent spots flash. These spots allow it to communicate with others by using different patterns of light.
By exposing foes to the blinking of its luminescent spots, Inkay demoralizes them, and then it seizes the chance to flee.
It draws prey near with its blinking lights and then wraps them up in its long tentacles and holds them in place.
When exchanging information with others of its kind, it flashes the light-emitting spots on its body in a complex rhythm.
Opponents who stare at the flashing of the light-emitting spots on its body become dazed and lose their will to fight.
It flashes the light-emitting spots on its body, which drains its opponent’s will to fight. It takes the opportunity to scuttle away and hide.
Inkay species data
gen VI species · breeding and trainingAbout Inkay
Inkay is a Dark and Psychic-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 6 (Kalos). It spins while making its luminescent spots flash. These spots allow it to communicate with others by using different patterns of light. Inkay stands 0.4 m (1'04") tall and weighs 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs), making it a small Pokémon.
Inkay base stats
Inkay has a base stat total of 288, which is very low, suggesting it has not yet fully evolved. Its highest stat is Attack at 54 (below average), while its lowest is Sp. Atk at 37 (poor). Inkay is slow with a base Speed of 45.
Inkay weaknesses and resistances
As a Dark and Psychic-type, Inkay is weak to Bug (4x), Fairy-type moves, , and is completely immune to Psychic-type moves. This gives Inkay 2 weaknesses, 0 resistances, and 1 immunity.
Inkay abilities
Inkay's abilities include Suction Cups, Contrary, Infiltrator. Suction Cups prevents being forced out of battle by other Pokémon's moves.. Contrary inverts stat changes. Its Hidden Ability is Infiltrator, which bypasses light screen, reflect, and safeguard.
Inkay moves and learnset
Inkay can learn 72 moves in Generation 9, including 17 by leveling up, 46 via TM/HM, 3 through breeding, and 6 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Future Sight (Psychic, 120 power), Foul Play (Dark, 95 power), Psychic (Psychic, 90 power), Dark Pulse (Dark, 80 power). For coverage, Inkay can learn Superpower (Fighting), Flamethrower (Fire), Thunderbolt (Electric).
Training Inkay
Inkay has a capture rate of 190 (74.5%), making it relatively easy to catch. Defeating Inkay yields 1 Attack EV. It has a medium growth rate and requires approximately 5,376 steps to hatch from an Egg. Inkay belongs to the Water1 and Water2 egg groups. Inkay is part of a 2-stage evolution line (Inkay → Malamar).
Use the tools on the right to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Inkay. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Inkay, or use the team builder to see how Inkay fits into your squad.
