Pikachu FAQ · type, weaknesses, evolution, stats
TL;DR. Pikachu (#0025) is a electric-type Pokémon from Generation 1 (Kanto). The Mouse Pokémon. When several of these POKéMON gather, their electricity could build and cause lightning storms.
What type is Pikachu?
Pikachu is a pure Electric-type Pokémon. It has a single typing, which means a simpler matchup chart but also fewer resistances.
What is Pikachu weak to?
Pikachu takes 2× damage from Ground. It has no 4× weaknesses.
What is Pikachu resistant to?
Pikachu resists Electric, Flying, Steel. It has no full immunities.
How does Pikachu evolve?
Pikachu evolves from Pichu (Friendship). Pikachu evolves into Raichu (Use Thunder Stone) or Alolan Raichu (Use Thunder Stone in Alola) or Alolan Raichu (Use Thunder Stone in Alola (yields Alolan Raichu)) or Gigantamax Pikachu (Gigantamax in Pokemon Sword / Shield (Dynamax level 10, battle-only)).
What generation is Pikachu from?
Pikachu was introduced in Generation I (the Kanto region). Its Pokédex number is #0025.
What are Pikachu's base stats?
Pikachu has HP 35, Attack 55, Defense 40, Special Attack 50, Special Defense 50, and Speed 90. Total base stat total: 320.
What are Pikachu's abilities?
Pikachu can have the ability Static, plus the Hidden Ability Lightning Rod.
Is Pikachu legendary or mythical?
No. Pikachu is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.