Pichu.
BST 205 · electric
Pichu is weak to Ground and resists Electric, Flying, Steel.
Pichu base stats
BST 205 · ranges at level 100Pichu weaknesses and resistances
damage taken from each attacking typePichu abilities
2 total · 1 hiddenPichu evolution line
3 stagesPichu evolves into Pikachu: level it up with high friendship. How to evolve Pichu, every game
Best Pichu moves
gen 9 learnset · sorted by base powerPichu moves
gen 9 · 67 moves · 11 level-up · 34 TM/HM · 12 egg · 10 tutorPichu Pokédex entries
7 generations · newest firstDespite its small size, it can zap even adult humans. However, if it does so, it also surprises itself.
The electric sacs in its cheeks are small. If even a little electricity leaks, it becomes shocked.
Pichu stores electricity in the sacs on its cheeks but discharges it inadvertently when agitated or excited. Being yet immature, the Pokémon's handling of electricity is rather inept.
It is not yet skilled at controlling electricity. If you take your eyes off it, it may shock itself.
Despite this Pokémon’s cute appearance, those who want to live with one should prepare to be on the receiving end of its electric jolts.
It still can’t use electricity well. When it’s surprised or excited, it discharges electricity unintentionally.
It has electric sacs in its cheeks. When they’re fully charged, Pichu plays very energetically.
It plays with others by touching tails and setting off sparks. This appears to be a test of courage.
It is not yet skilled at storing electricity. It may send out a jolt if amused or startled.
Pichu charges itself with electricity more easily on days with thunderclouds or when the air is very dry. You can hear the crackling of static electricity coming off this Pokémon.
When Pichu plays with others, it may short out electricity with another Pichu, creating a shower of sparks. In that event, this Pokémon will begin crying, startled by the flash of sparks.
The electric sacs in its cheeks are small. If even a little electricity leaks, it becomes shocked.
The electric pouches on its cheeks are still small. They cannot store much electricity yet.
It plays with others by touching tails and setting off sparks. This appears to be a test of courage.
The electric sacs in its cheeks are small. If even a little electricity leaks, it becomes shocked.
It is not yet skilled at storing electricity. It may send out a jolt if amused or startled.
Despite its small size, it can zap even adult humans. However, if it does so, it also surprises itself.
PICHU charges itself with electricity more easily on days with thunderclouds or when the air is very dry. You can hear the crackling of static electricity coming off this POKéMON.
When PICHU plays with others, it may short out electricity with another PICHU, creating a shower of sparks. In that event, this POKéMON will begin crying, startled by the flash of sparks.
It is still inept at retaining electricity. When it is startled, it discharges power accidentally. It gets better at holding power as it grows older.
Despite its small size, it can zap even adult humans. However, if it does so, it also surprises itself.
It is not yet skilled at storing electricity. It may send out a jolt if amused or startled.
It is not yet skilled at storing electricity. It may send out a jolt if amused or startled.
Despite its small size, it can zap even adult humans. However, if it does so, it also surprises itself.
It is unskilled at storing electric power. Any kind of shock causes it to discharge energy spontaneously.
Pichu species data
gen II species · breeding and trainingAbout Pichu
Pichu is a Electric-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 2 (Johto). Despite its small size, it can zap even adult humans. However, if it does so, it also surprises itself. Pichu stands 0.3 m (0'12") tall and weighs 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs), making it a small Pokémon.
Pichu base stats
Pichu has a base stat total of 205, which is very low, suggesting it has not yet fully evolved. Its highest stat is Speed at 60 (average), while its lowest is Defense at 15 (poor). Pichu is average speed with a base Speed of 60.
Pichu weaknesses and resistances
As a Electric-type, Pichu is weak to Ground-type moves, resists Electric, Flying, Steel-type attacks. This gives Pichu 1 weakness, 3 resistances, and 0 immunities.
Pichu abilities
Pichu's abilities include Static, Lightning Rod. Static has a 30% chance of paralyzing attacking Pokémon on contact. Its Hidden Ability is Lightning Rod, which redirects single-target electric moves to this Pokémon where possible. Absorbs Electric moves, raising Special Attack one stage.
Pichu moves and learnset
Pichu can learn 67 moves in Generation 9, including 11 by leveling up, 34 via TM/HM, 12 through breeding, and 10 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Thunder (Electric, 110 power), Thunderbolt (Electric, 90 power), Wild Charge (Electric, 90 power), Thunder Punch (Electric, 75 power). For coverage, Pichu can learn Play Rough (Fairy), Surf (Water), Take Down (Normal).
Training Pichu
Pichu has a capture rate of 190 (74.5%), making it relatively easy to catch. Defeating Pichu yields 1 Speed EV. It has a medium growth rate and requires approximately 2,816 steps to hatch from an Egg. Pichu is part of a 3-stage evolution line (Pichu → Pikachu → Raichu). Wild Pichu may be found holding Oran Berry.
Use the tools on the right to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Pichu. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Pichu, or use the team builder to see how Pichu fits into your squad.
