#0152 · Gen 2 · 318 BST
Chikorita
An early-evolution Grass-type Pokémon from Generation 2 with modest stats. Common ability: Overgrow.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
120/62/76/62/76/58
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
152/111/128/111/128/106
Abilities
Powers up Grass-type moves when the Pokémon's HP is low.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Chikorita
Chikorita is a Grass/None-type Pokémon from Generation 2 with a Base Stat Total of 318. An early-evolution Grass-type Pokémon from Generation 2 with modest stats. Common ability: Overgrow.
Best stat: Defense (65 base)
Chikorita's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 49 base Attack and 45 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Attack and 252 into Speed — though its low Speed often warrants Trick Room support instead.
Abilities
- Overgrow
- Leaf Guard
How to use Chikorita competitively
Open the damage calculator with Chikorita selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Chikorita appears in the species dropdown. Drop Chikorita into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0152 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 2 |
| Type | Grass / None |
| Abilities | Overgrow, Leaf Guard |
| Base Stat Total | 318 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 45 / 49 / 65 / 49 / 65 / 45 |