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No. 0988 · Generation IX · Paldea

Slither Wing

The Paradox Pokémon

TL;DR. Slither Wing is a bug/fighting-type Pokémon from Generation IX. Base Stat Total: 570. This mysterious Pokémon has some similarities to a creature that an old book introduced as Slither Wing.

Bug Fighting

This mysterious Pokémon has some similarities to a creature that an old book introduced as Slither Wing.

Height3.2 m
Weight92.0 kg
AbilitiesProtosynthesis
Base stats

Stat spread.

Total of 570. Higher peaks mean specialized roles, flat spreads favor versatility.

HP 85
Attack 135
Defense 79
Sp. Attack 85
Sp. Defense 105
Speed 81
Total570
570 base stat total, the 93rd-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 11th among Bug-types.
135 base Attack, Slither Wing's strongest stat, ranking 5th of 161 Bug-types.

Rankings computed across all 1025 base-species Pokémon (Mega and Gigantamax forms excluded). Source: National Pokédex base stats.

Pokémon GO

Slither Wing 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, Slither Wing reaches 3,628 CP at level 40 and 4,150 CP as a best buddy.

GO Attack261
GO Defense193
GO Stamina198
Max CP (L40)3,628
Max CP (L50)4,102
Best buddy (L51)4,150
Raid catch CP 1,987–2,073 (L20). Weather boosted 2,484–2,591 (L25).

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Competitive

Slither Wing in competitive play.

Slither Wing is a Generation 9 OU-tier pick in Smogon singles.

OU
Assault Vest
First Impression / Close Combat / U-turn / Earthquake
  • ItemAssault Vest
  • NatureAdamant
  • EVs252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
  • TeraSteel, Fire
Defensive
First Impression / U-turn / Morning Sun / Will-O-Wisp
  • ItemHeavy-Duty Boots
  • NatureImpish
  • EVs252 HP / 28 Atk / 220 Def / 8 Spe
  • TeraSteel, Dragon
UU
Pivot
First Impression / Close Combat / Flare Blitz / U-turn
  • ItemChoice Scarf
  • NatureJolly
  • EVs252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
  • TeraFire, Electric
Booster Energy
Leech Life / Earthquake / Flame Charge / Bulk Up
  • ItemBooster Energy
  • NatureJolly
  • EVs252 Atk / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
  • TeraFire

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Quick answers

Common questions about Slither Wing.

Direct, sourced answers to the most-asked questions about Slither Wing, each computed straight from its Pokédex data.

What type is Slither Wing?

Slither Wing is a Bug/Fighting-type Pokémon. Dual-typing stacks weaknesses and resistances. see the full matchup table below.

What is Slither Wing weak to?

Slither Wing takes 4× damage from Flying. its biggest defensive liability. It also takes 2× damage from Fire, Psychic, Fairy.

What is Slither Wing resistant to?

Slither Wing resists Grass, Fighting, Ground, Bug, Dark. It has no full immunities.

Does Slither Wing evolve?

Slither Wing does not evolve and does not evolve from another Pokémon. it's a standalone species.

What generation is Slither Wing from?

Slither Wing was introduced in Generation IX (the Paldea region). Its Pokédex number is #0988.

What are Slither Wing's base stats?

Slither Wing has HP 85, Attack 135, Defense 79, Special Attack 85, Special Defense 105, and Speed 81. Total base stat total: 570.

What are Slither Wing's abilities?

Slither Wing can have the ability Protosynthesis.

Is Slither Wing legendary or mythical?

No. Slither Wing is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.

What is Slither Wing's best stat?

Slither Wing's highest base stat is Attack at 135, which ranks 5th of 161 Bug-type Pokémon.

Is Slither Wing good?

Slither Wing has a base stat total of 570, the 93rd-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 11th among Bug-types. That is a strong, fully-evolved stat spread.

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Sprites · Sound

Through the generations.

Slither Wing as drawn across two decades of Pokémon games, plus the modern Pokémon HOME render. Hit the cry button to hear it.

Slither Wing 3D render in Pokémon HOME
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Type matchups

In battle.

Damage multipliers when Slither Wing is hit by each attacking type. 4× is two stacked weaknesses, ¼× is two stacked resistances.

4× Devastating
Flying
2× Weak to
Fire Psychic Fairy
½× Resists
Grass Fighting Ground Bug Dark
Comparison

Slither Wing vs. the average Bug-type.

Each base stat measured against the mean across all 161 Bug-type Pokémon.

Stat Slither Wing Bug avg Difference
HP 85 65 +20
Attack 135 83 +52
Defense 79 72 +7
Special Attack 85 59 +26
Special Defense 105 66 +39
Speed 81 66 +15
Total 570 411 +159
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Game appearances

Slither Wing appears in 3 games.

Every mainline release where Slither Wing is obtainable, has a dex entry, or is transferable. Grouped by generation.

Gen IX
  • 2022 Scarlet
  • 2022 Violet
Side games + live service
  • 2016 Pokémon GO
Pokémon Champions: Champions availability TBD . Full roster pending official reveal.
Where to find

Slither Wing isn't found in the wild.

No main-series wild encounters recorded. Slither Wing is obtained through evolution, breeding, trade, or a special event or static encounter.

TCG Pocket appearances

1 Slither Wing card across TCG Pocket.

Every printed variant on iOS / Android. Tap any card for full art.