#0144 · Gen 1 · 580 BST
Articuno
A pseudo-legendary Ice/Flying-type introduced in Generation 1 with strong 125 base Special Defense. Base Stat Total: 580. Functions as a defensive anchor. Common ability: Pressure.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
165/94/108/103/130/94
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
197/150/167/161/194/150
Abilities
By putting pressure on the opposing Pokémon, it raises their PP usage.
Boosts evasion in a hailstorm.
Type effectiveness
Takes 4× damage from
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Takes 0× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Articuno
Articuno is a Ice/Flying-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with a Base Stat Total of 580. A pseudo-legendary Ice/Flying-type introduced in Generation 1 with strong 125 base Special Defense. Base Stat Total: 580. Functions as a defensive anchor. Common ability: Pressure.
Best stat: Special Defense (125 base)
Articuno's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 95 base Special Attack and 85 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Special Attack and 252 into Speed.
Abilities
- Pressure
- Snow Cloak
How to use Articuno competitively
Open the damage calculator with Articuno selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Articuno appears in the species dropdown. Drop Articuno into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0144 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Type | Ice / Flying |
| Abilities | Pressure, Snow Cloak |
| Base Stat Total | 580 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 90 / 85 / 100 / 95 / 125 / 85 |