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Porygon.

national dex #137 · gen I
BST 395 · normal
Porygon official artwork
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#137 · gen I
Profile
HP
65
ATK
60
DEF
70
SPA
85
SPD
75
SPE
40
BST 395 · best Sp. Atk 85 · worst Speed 40 · meters scale to 200

Porygon is weak to Fighting and is immune to Ghost.

Typingnormal
AbilitiesTrace, Download, Analytic
Height, weight0.8 m / 36.5 kg
Catch rate45 / 255
Egg groupsMineral
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Dex position
#137 of 1025
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Porygon base stats

BST 395 · ranges at level 100
StatBaseDistributionMin lv 100Max lv 100
HP65240334
Atk60112240
Def70130262
SpA85157295
SpD75139273
Spe4076196
BST395bst bar scales to 720, the series maximum
min = 0 IVs, 0 EVs, hindering nature · max = 31 IVs, 252 EVs, boosting natureEV yield 1 SpA

Porygon weaknesses and resistances

damage taken from each attacking type
nor1
fir1
wat1
ele1
gra1
ice1
fig2
poi1
gro1
fly1
psy1
bug1
roc1
gho0
dra1
dar1
ste1
fai1
Weak to
Fighting
Resists
nothing, every type lands at full power
Immune to
Ghost

Porygon abilities

3 total · 1 hidden
TraceCopies an opponent's ability upon entering battle.
DownloadRaises the attack stat corresponding to the opponents' weaker defense one stage upon entering battle.
AnalytichiddenStrengthens moves to 1.3× their power when moving last.

Porygon evolution line

3 stages

Porygon evolves into Porygon2: trade it while it holds an Up-Grade. How to evolve Porygon, every game

Best Porygon moves

gen 9 learnset · sorted by base power
Best STAB movessame type attack bonus, 1.5x power
normalHyper BeamSPEC150
normalGiga ImpactPHYS150
normalDouble EdgePHYS120
normalTake DownPHYS90
Best coverage movesoff-type, for hitting weaknesses
electricZap CannonSPEC120
grassSolar BeamSPEC120
iceBlizzardSPEC110
electricThunderSPEC110

Porygon moves

gen 9 · 72 moves · 17 level-up · 39 TM/HM · 16 tutor
47 moves · Porygon appears in 16 games
TackleL1Thunder ShockL15Magnet RiseL23PsybeamL23Conversion 2L25Thunder WaveL27ThunderboltL29ConversionL31AgilityL35RecoverL37DischargeL40RecycleL44Hyper BeamL47Double EdgeL50Tri AttackL51Lock OnL55Zap CannonL62BlizzardTMChargeTMCharge BeamTMEerie ImpulseTMElectrowebTMEndureTMFacadeTMFoul PlayTMGiga ImpactTMGravityTMIce BeamTMIcy WindTMProtectTMPsychicTMPsyshockTMRain DanceTMRestTMShadow BallTMSleep TalkTMSolar BeamTMSubstituteTMSunny DayTMSwiftTMTake DownTMTera BlastTMThiefTMThunderTMTrickTMTrick RoomTMZen HeadbuttTM
MoveTypeCatPowerAccuracyPPMethod
TackleSTABnormalPHYS40100%35Level 1
Thunder ShockelectricSPEC40100%30Level 15
PsybeampsychicSPEC65100%20Level 23
Magnet RiseelectricSTAT--10Level 23
Conversion 2normalSTAT--30Level 25
Thunder WaveelectricSTAT-90%20Level 27
ThunderboltelectricSPEC90100%15Level 29
ConversionnormalSTAT--30Level 31
AgilitypsychicSTAT--30Level 35
RecovernormalSTAT--5Level 37
DischargeelectricSPEC80100%15Level 40
RecyclenormalSTAT--10Level 44
Hyper BeamSTABnormalSPEC15090%5Level 47
Double EdgeSTABnormalPHYS120100%15Level 50
Tri AttackSTABnormalSPEC80100%10Level 51
Lock OnnormalSTAT--5Level 55
Zap CannonelectricSPEC12050%5Level 62
AgilitypsychicSTAT--30TM / HM
BlizzardiceSPEC11070%5TM / HM
ChargeelectricSTAT--20TM / HM
Charge BeamelectricSPEC5090%10TM / HM
Double EdgeSTABnormalPHYS120100%15TM / HM
Eerie ImpulseelectricSTAT-100%15TM / HM
ElectrowebelectricSPEC5595%15TM / HM
EndurenormalSTAT--10TM / HM
FacadeSTABnormalPHYS70100%20TM / HM
Foul PlaydarkPHYS95100%15TM / HM
Giga ImpactSTABnormalPHYS15090%5TM / HM
GravitypsychicSTAT--5TM / HM
Hyper BeamSTABnormalSPEC15090%5TM / HM
Ice BeamiceSPEC90100%10TM / HM
Icy WindiceSPEC5595%15TM / HM
ProtectnormalSTAT--10TM / HM
PsybeampsychicSPEC65100%20TM / HM
PsychicpsychicSPEC90100%10TM / HM
PsyshockpsychicSPEC80100%10TM / HM
Rain DancewaterSTAT--5TM / HM
RecyclenormalSTAT--10TM / HM
RestpsychicSTAT--5TM / HM
Shadow BallghostSPEC80100%15TM / HM
Sleep TalknormalSTAT--10TM / HM
Solar BeamgrassSPEC120100%10TM / HM
SubstitutenormalSTAT--10TM / HM
Sunny DayfireSTAT--5TM / HM
SwiftSTABnormalSPEC60-20TM / HM
Take DownSTABnormalPHYS9085%20TM / HM
Tera BlastSTABnormalSPEC80100%10TM / HM
ThiefdarkPHYS60100%25TM / HM
ThunderelectricSPEC11070%10TM / HM
Thunder WaveelectricSTAT-90%20TM / HM
ThunderboltelectricSPEC90100%15TM / HM
Tri AttackSTABnormalSPEC80100%10TM / HM
TrickpsychicSTAT-100%10TM / HM
Trick RoompsychicSTAT--5TM / HM
Zap CannonelectricSPEC12050%5TM / HM
Zen HeadbuttpsychicPHYS8090%15TM / HM
Double EdgeSTABnormalPHYS120100%15Tutor
ElectrowebelectricSPEC5595%15Tutor
EndurenormalSTAT--10Tutor
Foul PlaydarkPHYS95100%15Tutor
GravitypsychicSTAT--5Tutor
Ice BeamiceSPEC90100%10Tutor
Icy WindiceSPEC5595%15Tutor
Magnet RiseelectricSTAT--10Tutor
RecyclenormalSTAT--10Tutor
Sleep TalknormalSTAT--10Tutor
SubstitutenormalSTAT--10Tutor
SwiftSTABnormalSPEC60-20Tutor
Thunder WaveelectricSTAT-90%20Tutor
ThunderboltelectricSPEC90100%15Tutor
TrickpsychicSTAT-100%10Tutor
Zen HeadbuttpsychicPHYS8090%15Tutor

Porygon Pokédex entries

8 generations · newest first
Generation VIII3 entries
Sword

State-of-the-art technology was used to create Porygon. It was the first artificial Pokémon to be created via computer programming.

Shield

In recent years, this species has been very helpful in cyberspace. These Pokémon will go around checking to make sure no suspicious data exists.

Legends: Arceus

It has no discernible heartbeat and does not seem to draw breath, and yet it appears to function without issue. I cannot even begin to explain this utterly bizarre anomaly.

Generation VII5 entries
Sun

Roughly 20 years ago, it was artificially created, utilizing the latest technology of the time.

Moon

It can convert its body into digital data, which enables it to enter cyberspace.

Ultra Sun

This Pokémon was created using the cutting-edge science of 20 years ago, so many parts of it have since become obsolete.

Ultra Moon

It was built 20 years ago by scientists who dreamed of exploring space. Their dreams have yet to come true.

Let's Go Pikachu, Let's Go Eevee

The only Pokémon that people anticipate can fly into space. None has managed the feat yet, however.

Generation VI3 entries
X

A man-made Pokémon that came about as a result of research. It is programmed with only basic motions.

Y

A Pokémon that consists entirely of programming code. It is capable of moving freely in cyberspace.

Omega Ruby, Alpha Sapphire

Porygon is capable of reverting itself entirely back to program data and entering cyberspace. This Pokémon is copy protected so it cannot be duplicated by copying.

Generation V1 entry
Black, White, Black 2, White 2

A man-made Pokémon created using advanced scientific means. It can move freely in cyberspace.

Generation IV4 entries
Diamond, Pearl

The world’s first artificially created Pokémon. It can travel through electronic space.

Platinum

A man-made Pokémon created using advanced scientific means. It can move freely in cyberspace.

HeartGold

It is a manmade Pokémon. Since it doesn’t breathe, people are eager to try it in any environment.

SoulSilver

A manmade Pokémon that came about as a result of research. It is programmed with only basic motions.

Generation III4 entries
Ruby, Sapphire

PORYGON is capable of reverting itself entirely back to program data and entering cyberspace. This POKéMON is copy-protected so it cannot be duplicated by copying.

Emerald

It is capable of reverting itself entirely back to program data in order to enter cyberspace. A PORYGON is copy- protected so it cannot be duplicated.

FireRed

Using the most advanced technologies, scientists finally succeeded in making the first artificial POKéMON.

LeafGreen

A POKéMON that consists entirely of programming code. It is capable of moving freely in cyberspace.

Generation II3 entries
Gold

It is a manmade POKéMON. Since it doesn't breathe, people are eager to try it in any environment.

Silver

A manmade POKéMON that came about as a result of re­ search. It is pro­ grammed with only basic motions.

Crystal

An artificial POKéMON created due to extensive research, it can perform only what is in its program.

Generation I2 entries
Red, Blue

A POKéMON that consists entirely of programming code. Capable of moving freely in cyberspace.

Yellow

The only POKéMON people anticipate can fly into space. None has managed the feat yet, however.

Porygon species data

gen I species · breeding and training
Species
GenerationI (Kanto)
ColorPink
ShapeLegs
HabitatUrban
Height0.8 m (2'07")
Weight36.5 kg (80.5 lbs)
Training and breeding
Capture rate45 (17.6%)
Growth rateMedium
Gender ratioGenderless
Egg groupsMineral
Hatch counter20 cycles, 5,376 steps
Base experience79
EV yield1 SpA
Regional dex numbers
National#137
Kanto#137
Johto#215
Sinnoh (Pt)#192
Johto (HGSS)#220
Alola (SM)#217
Ula'ula#089
Alola (USUM)#281
Ula'ula (USUM)#102
Let's Go Kanto#137
Isle of Armor#208
Hisui#133
Blueberry#129
Hyperspace#011
Read outfrom base stats
Battle roleBalanced spread60 Atk / 85 SpA
Best statSp. Atk 85good
Speed tier40 Speslow
Defensive load1 weak / 0 resist1 immunity
Catch difficulty45 / 255hard, about 17.6% per ball

About Porygon

Porygon is a Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1 (Kanto). State-of-the-art technology was used to create Porygon. It was the first artificial Pokémon to be created via computer programming. Porygon stands 0.8 m (2'07") tall and weighs 36.5 kg (80.5 lbs), making it a small Pokémon.

Porygon base stats

Porygon has a base stat total of 395, which is low, indicating a pre-evolution or utility-focused Pokémon. Its highest stat is Sp. Atk at 85 (good), while its lowest is Speed at 40 (below average). Porygon is slow with a base Speed of 40.

Porygon weaknesses and resistances

As a Normal-type, Porygon is weak to Fighting-type moves, , and is completely immune to Ghost-type moves. This gives Porygon 1 weakness, 0 resistances, and 1 immunity.

Porygon abilities

Porygon's abilities include Trace, Download, Analytic. Trace copies an opponent's ability upon entering battle.. Download raises the attack stat corresponding to the opponents' weaker defense one stage upon entering battle. Its Hidden Ability is Analytic, which strengthens moves to 1.3× their power when moving last.

Porygon moves and learnset

Porygon can learn 72 moves in Generation 9, including 17 by leveling up, 39 via TM/HM, and 16 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Hyper Beam (Normal, 150 power), Giga Impact (Normal, 150 power), Double Edge (Normal, 120 power), Take Down (Normal, 90 power). For coverage, Porygon can learn Zap Cannon (Electric), Solar Beam (Grass), Blizzard (Ice).

Training Porygon

With a capture rate of 45 (17.6%), Porygon can be quite challenging to catch in the wild. Defeating Porygon yields 1 Sp. Attack EV. It has a medium growth rate and requires approximately 5,376 steps to hatch from an Egg. Porygon belongs to the Mineral egg group. Porygon is part of a 3-stage evolution line (Porygon → Porygon2 → Porygon Z).

Use the tools on the right to calculate damage, optimize EVs, build teams, and more with Porygon. Check the damage calculator to find the best moves against Porygon, or use the team builder to see how Porygon fits into your squad.

Tools for Porygon
Damage calculatorDamage output and defensive matchupsCatch rate calculatorOdds for any ball, status and HPStat calculatorReal stats from IVs, EVs and natureIV calculatorWork backwards from in-game numbersCompare statsSide by side against any rivalTeam builderBuild a team around this speciesEV optimizerOptimize EV spreads for competitive playCoverage solverFind the best type coverage movesWhere to catchEncounter locations across gamesWeakness chartWhat Normal types take damage fromType chartThe full 18x18 effectiveness table
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