Psychic
Learned at Lv. 36
Sword Shield
Power: 90Accuracy: 100PP: 10Special
Has a chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.
PokemonLore Pokédex
#10164
Base Stats
Lv.100 Range- HP90290–384
- Attack65121–251
- Defense65121–251
- Sp. Atk4076–196
- Sp. Def4076–196
- Speed1531–141
Total315
/ 720
BST315
17 percentile (1025)
Stat Radar
This PokémonAverage
Species Identity
Core species facts, alternate varieties, and Pokédex placements at a glance.
Generation
Generation 1
Habitat
Waters Edge
Color
Pink
Shape
Quadruped
Gender Difference
No
Forms Switchable
No
Regional Pokédex Numbers
| National | #79 |
| Blueberry | #75 |
| Isle Of Armor | #1 |
| Kalos Coastal | #133 |
| Kanto | #79 |
| Letsgo Kanto | #79 |
| Lumiose City | #137 |
| Original Alola | #37 |
| Original Johto | #80 |
| Original Melemele | #37 |
| Original Ulaula | #18 |
| Paldea | #324 |
| Updated Alola | #44 |
| Updated Johto | #80 |
| Updated Melemele | #44 |
| Updated Ulaula | #18 |
Training Profile
Battle-ready training facts pulled from EV yield, growth curve, and wild held item data.
Base Experience
63
EV Yield
+1 HP
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 37, Use Galarica Cuff
#080
Slowbro
or
Trade, Hold Kings Rock, Use Galarica Wreath
#199
Slowking
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
Fighting
Poison
Offensive Coverage
Slowpoke's Psychic typing gives it 3 weaknesses but strong offensive coverage against fighting, poison types
Recommended NaturesBased on stat distribution
Adamant
+Attack−Sp. Atk
Brave
+Attack−Speed
In-Depth Analysis
With a base stat total of 315, Slowpoke plays as a balanced Pokémon with a flexible stat spread. Its standout stat is HP at 90, while Speed (15) is the clear soft spot — build sets that protect that weakness.
Its Psychic typing leaves Slowpoke with 3 weaknesses against 2 resistances. Notably, it carries no 4× weaknesses, which makes it harder to punish. On offense, its STAB moves threaten 2 types for super-effective damage.
With a catch rate of 190, Slowpoke is comparatively easy to catch in the wild. It levels on the Medium experience curve. Defeating it grants HP +1 EVs, which is worth remembering when EV-training your own team.
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Reference Data
Names in Other Languages
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Pokédex Data
Height
1.2 m
Weight
36.0 kg
TypePsychic
Abilities
Makes the Pokémon eat any held Berry triggered by low HP below 1/2 its max HP.
Prevents confusion.
Heals for 1/3 max HP upon switching out.
Breeding Information
Breeding Information
🥚
Egg Groups
MonsterWater 1
⚧
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 Slowpoke?
Slowpoke is a Psychic type Pokémon.
What are Slowpoke's weaknesses?
Slowpoke takes 2× damage from Bug, Ghost, Dark type moves.
How does Slowpoke evolve?
Slowpoke evolves into Slowbro at level 37. Full evolution line: Slowpoke → Slowbro.
What are Slowpoke's base stats?
Slowpoke has a base stat total of 315: HP 90, Attack 65, Defense 65, Sp. Atk 40, Sp. Def 40, Speed 15. Its highest stat is HP (90).
