Skuntank.
BST 479 · poison / dark
Skuntank is weak to Ground and resists Grass, Poison, Ghost, Dark and is immune to Psychic.
Skuntank base stats
BST 479 · ranges at level 100Skuntank weaknesses and resistances
damage taken · Poison / Dark dual typingSkuntank abilities
3 total · 1 hiddenSkuntank evolution line
2 stages
Best Skuntank moves
gen 9 learnset · sorted by base powerSkuntank moves
gen 9 · 81 moves · 19 level-up · 54 TM/HM · 8 tutorSkuntank Pokédex entries
4 generations · newest firstIn its belly, it reserves stinky fluid that it shoots from its tail during battle. As this Pokémon’s diet varies, so does the stench of its fluid.
It digs holes in the ground to make its nest. The stench of the fluid it lets fly from the tip of its tail is extremely potent.
Sprays a poisonous fluid to take down prey. Sometimes, unable to stomach the stench of its own fluid, it leaves the bested prey uneaten.
It sprays a vile-smelling fluid from the tip of its tail to attack. Its range is over 160 feet.
It sprays a stinky fluid from its tail. The fluid smells worse the longer it is allowed to fester.
It attacks by spraying a horribly smelly fluid from the tip of its tail. Attacks from above confound it.
It sprays a vile-smelling fluid from the tip of its tail to attack. Its range is over 160 feet.
It sprays a stinky fluid from its tail. The fluid smells worse the longer it is allowed to fester.
It attacks by spraying a horribly smelly fluid from the tip of its tail. Attacks from above confound it.
It attacks by spraying a repugnant fluid from its tail, but the stench dulls after a few squirts.
Skuntank species data
gen IV species · breeding and trainingAbout Skuntank
Skuntank is a Poison and Dark-type Pokémon introduced in Generation 4 (Sinnoh). In its belly, it reserves stinky fluid that it shoots from its tail during battle. As this Pokémon’s diet varies, so does the stench of its fluid. Skuntank stands 1.0 m (3'03") tall and weighs 38.0 kg (83.8 lbs), making it a small Pokémon.
Skuntank base stats
Skuntank has a base stat total of 479, which is moderate, typical of a fully-evolved Pokémon. Its highest stat is HP at 103 (very good), while its lowest is Sp. Def at 61 (average). Skuntank excels as a physical attacker. Skuntank is moderately fast with a base Speed of 84.
Skuntank weaknesses and resistances
As a Poison and Dark-type, Skuntank is weak to Ground-type moves, resists Grass, Poison, Ghost, Dark-type attacks, and is completely immune to Psychic-type moves. This gives Skuntank 1 weakness, 4 resistances, and 1 immunity.
Skuntank abilities
Skuntank's abilities include Stench, Aftermath, Keen Eye. Stench has a 10% chance of making target Pokémon flinch with each hit.. Aftermath damages the attacker for 1/4 its max HP when knocked out by a contact move. Its Hidden Ability is Keen Eye, which prevents accuracy from being lowered.
Skuntank moves and learnset
Skuntank can learn 81 moves in Generation 9, including 19 by leveling up, 54 via TM/HM, and 8 from move tutors. Its strongest STAB moves include Belch (Poison, 120 power), Gunk Shot (Poison, 120 power), Foul Play (Dark, 95 power), Sludge Wave (Poison, 95 power). For coverage, Skuntank can learn Explosion (Normal), Giga Impact (Normal), Hyper Beam (Normal).
Training Skuntank
Skuntank has a moderate capture rate of 60 (23.5%), meaning it may take a few attempts to catch. Defeating Skuntank yields 2 HP EVs. It has a medium growth rate and requires approximately 5,376 steps to hatch from an Egg. Skuntank belongs to the Ground egg group. Skuntank is part of a 2-stage evolution line (Stunky → Skuntank). Wild Skuntank may be found holding Pecha Berry.
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