Bug Buzz
TM/TR Moves
Scarlet Violet
Power: 90Accuracy: 100PP: 10Special
Has a chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.
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#204
POKÉDEX No. #204
Pineco
Bagworm Pokémon
It likes to make its shell thicker by adding layers of tree bark. The additional weight doesn't bother it.
Weak to
Flying
Rock
Fire
Height0.6 m
Weight7.2 kg
AbilitiesSturdy
Varieties1
Evolution Chain
Base Stats
Lv.100 Range- HP50210–304
- Attack65121–251
- Defense90166–306
- Sp. Atk3567–185
- Sp. Def3567–185
- Speed1531–141
Total290
/ 720
BST290
12 percentile (1025)-126 vs Gen 2 avg (416)
Stat Radar
This PokémonAverage
Species Identity
Core species facts, alternate varieties, and Pokédex placements at a glance.
Generation
Generation 2
Habitat
Forest
Color
Gray
Shape
Ball
Gender Difference
No
Forms Switchable
No
Regional Pokédex Numbers
| National | #204 |
| Conquest Gallery | #56 |
| Original Johto | #93 |
| Paldea | #258 |
| Updated Alola | #268 |
| Updated Johto | #93 |
| Updated Ulaula | #89 |
Training Profile
Battle-ready training facts pulled from EV yield, growth curve, and wild held item data.
Base Experience
58
EV Yield
+1 Defense
Growth Curve
Medium Fast
x³Exp at Lv. 50
125,000
Exp at Lv. 100
1,000,000
Wild Held Items
No wild held item data available.
Evolution Chain
→
Level 31
#205
Forretress
Type Matchups
Understanding damage taken from different types is crucial for battles. Plan your team accordingly!
Tip: Build your team with Pokémon that cover each other's weaknesses!
Full Type Defense Chart
Damage multipliers from all 18 attacking types
Battle Strategy
Grass
Psychic
Dark
Offensive Coverage
Pineco's Bug typing gives it 3 weaknesses but strong offensive coverage against grass, psychic, dark types
Recommended NaturesBased on stat distribution
Adamant
+Attack−Sp. Atk
Brave
+Attack−Speed
In-Depth Analysis
With a base stat total of 290, Pineco plays as a balanced Pokémon with a flexible stat spread. Its standout stat is Defense at 90, while Speed (15) is the clear soft spot — build sets that protect that weakness.
Its Bug typing leaves Pineco with 3 weaknesses against 3 resistances. Notably, it carries no 4× weaknesses, which makes it harder to punish. On offense, its STAB moves threaten 3 types for super-effective damage.
With a catch rate of 190, Pineco is comparatively easy to catch in the wild. It levels on the Medium experience curve. Defeating it grants Defense +1 EVs, which is worth remembering when EV-training your own team.
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Names in Other Languages
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Pokédex Data
Height
0.6 m
Weight
7.2 kg
TypeBug
Abilities
Prevents being KOed from full HP, leaving 1 HP instead. Protects against the one-hit KO moves regardless of HP.
Protects against damage from weather.
Breeding Information
Breeding Information
🥚
Egg Groups
Bug
⚧
Gender Ratio
♂
50%
♀
50%
🐣
Hatch Steps
5,100
Hatch Counter: 20
⚪
Capture Rate
190
Higher values mean easier to catch
❤️
Base Happiness
70
Initial friendship level
📈
Growth Rate
Medium Fast
Experience points needed to level up
Move Name
Pokédex Entries
Frequently Asked Questions
What type is Pineco?
Pineco is a Bug type Pokémon.
What are Pineco's weaknesses?
Pineco takes 2× damage from Flying, Rock, Fire type moves.
How does Pineco evolve?
Pineco evolves into Forretress at level 31. Full evolution line: Pineco → Forretress.
What are Pineco's base stats?
Pineco has a base stat total of 290: HP 50, Attack 65, Defense 90, Sp. Atk 35, Sp. Def 35, Speed 15. Its highest stat is Defense (90).
