Smeargle
TL;DR. Smeargle is a pure normal-type Pokémon from Generation II. Base Stat Total: 250. A special fluid oozes from the tip of its tail. It paints the fluid everywhere to mark its territory.
A special fluid oozes from the tip of its tail. It paints the fluid everywhere to mark its territory.
Stat spread.
Total of 250. Higher peaks mean specialized roles, flat spreads favor versatility.
Rankings computed across all 1025 base-species Pokémon (Mega and Gigantamax forms excluded). Source: National Pokédex base stats.
Smeargle in Pokémon GO.
Pokémon GO uses its own hand-tuned base stats, distinct from the main-series spread above. At a perfect 15/15/15, Smeargle reaches 431 CP at level 40 and 493 CP as a best buddy.
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Smeargle in competitive play.
Smeargle is a Generation 9 NU-tier pick in Smogon singles.
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Movesets via Smogon, GO ranks via PvPoke. Updated 2026-06-01.
Common questions about Smeargle.
Direct, sourced answers to the most-asked questions about Smeargle, each computed straight from its Pokédex data.
What type is Smeargle?
Smeargle is a pure Normal-type Pokémon. It has a single typing, which means a simpler matchup chart but also fewer resistances.
What is Smeargle weak to?
Smeargle takes 2× damage from Fighting. It has no 4× weaknesses.
What is Smeargle resistant to?
Smeargle is immune to Ghost. It also resists no other types.
Does Smeargle evolve?
Smeargle does not evolve and does not evolve from another Pokémon. it's a standalone species.
What generation is Smeargle from?
Smeargle was introduced in Generation II (the Johto region). Its Pokédex number is #0235.
What are Smeargle's base stats?
Smeargle has HP 55, Attack 20, Defense 35, Special Attack 20, Special Defense 45, and Speed 75. Total base stat total: 250.
What are Smeargle's abilities?
Smeargle can have the abilities Own Tempo, Technician, plus the Hidden Ability Moody.
Is Smeargle legendary or mythical?
No. Smeargle is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.
What is Smeargle's best stat?
Smeargle's highest base stat is Speed at 75, which ranks 51st of 131 Normal-type Pokémon.
Is Smeargle good?
Smeargle has a base stat total of 250, the 967th-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 122nd among Normal-types. That is a modest total, typical of an unevolved or utility Pokémon.
Through the generations.
Smeargle as drawn across two decades of Pokémon games, plus the modern Pokémon HOME render. Hit the cry button to hear it.
In battle.
Damage multipliers when Smeargle is hit by each attacking type. 4× is two stacked weaknesses, ¼× is two stacked resistances.
Smeargle vs. the average Normal-type.
Each base stat measured against the mean across all 131 Normal-type Pokémon.
| Stat | Smeargle | Normal avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 55 | 77 | -22 |
| Attack | 20 | 74 | -54 |
| Defense | 35 | 60 | -25 |
| Special Attack | 20 | 59 | -39 |
| Special Defense | 45 | 64 | -19 |
| Speed | 75 | 69 | +6 |
| Total | 250 | 403 | -153 |
Smeargle appears in 28 games.
Every mainline release where Smeargle is obtainable, has a dex entry, or is transferable. Grouped by generation.
- 2000 Gold
- 2000 Silver
- 2001 Crystal
- 2003 Ruby
- 2003 Sapphire
- 2004 FireRed
- 2004 LeafGreen
- 2005 Emerald
- 2007 Diamond
- 2007 Pearl
- 2009 Platinum
- 2010 HeartGold
- 2010 SoulSilver
- 2011 Black
- 2011 White
- 2012 Black 2
- 2012 White 2
- 2013 X
- 2013 Y
- 2014 Alpha Sapphire
- 2014 Omega Ruby
- 2016 Moon
- 2016 Sun
- 2017 Ultra Moon
- 2017 Ultra Sun
- 2023 Indigo Disk DLC
- 2016 Pokémon GO
- 2021 Pokémon UNITE
Catch Smeargle in the wild.
Main-series wild-encounter locations, grouped by game. 18 games have a known habitat.
Smeargle appears in 25 episodes.
From HZ016 (2023-08-04) through JN042 (2020-10-23).
- HZ016 Quaxly, We Can Do It Horizons 2024-01-15
- HZ059 Dance, Quaxly! The Blue Medali Step! Horizons 2025-02-17
- HZ094 The Pokémon Center Lady Horizons 2025-10-27
- HZ112 Mega Evolution - Roy Horizons 2026-02-27
- HZ118 Liko and Hattrem, Bonded by Happiness! Horizons 2026-05-25
- EP197 The Poké-Spokesman Original 2002-03-23
- EP231 An EGG-sighting Adventure! Original 2003-01-11
- AG013 All Things Bright and Beautifly! Advanced Generation 2003-12-27
- AG187 The Unbeatable Lightness of Seeing! Advanced Generation 2007-01-27
- XY005 A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle! XY 2014-02-15
- XY018 Awakening the Sleeping Giant! XY 2014-05-17
- XY029 Mega Revelations! XY 2014-08-09
+ 13 more episodes
- XY031 The Aura Storm! XY 2014-08-23
- XY096 A Giga Battle With Mega Results! XY 2016-03-05
- XY125 A League of His Own! XY 2016-09-24
- SM006 A Shocking Grocery Run! Sun & Moon 2017-05-16
- SM017 Crystal-Clear Sleuthing! Sun & Moon 2017-07-01
- SM020 Partner Promises! Sun & Moon 2017-07-01
- SM047 A Masked Warning! Sun & Moon 2018-03-27
- SM048 Night of a Thousand Poses! Sun & Moon 2018-03-28
- SM057 The Dex Can't Help It! Sun & Moon 2018-05-12
- SM066 Smashing with Sketch! Sun & Moon 2018-08-13
- SM098 Bright Lights, Big Changes! Sun & Moon 2019-03-28
- SM113 This Magik Moment! Sun & Moon 2019-07-20
- JN042 Sword and Shield, Slumbering Weald! Journeys 2021-03-05
TCG Pocket appearances
3 Smeargle cards across TCG Pocket.
Every printed variant on iOS / Android. Tap any card for full art.
Pokémon like Smeargle
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