#0408 · Gen 4 · 350 BST
Cranidos
An early-evolution Rock-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with strong 125 base Attack. Common ability: Mold Breaker.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
142/130/54/45/45/70
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
174/194/101/90/90/121
Abilities
Moves can be used on the target regardless of its Abilities.
Removes additional effects to increase the power of moves when attacking.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Cranidos
Cranidos is a Rock/None-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with a Base Stat Total of 350. An early-evolution Rock-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with strong 125 base Attack. Common ability: Mold Breaker.
Best stat: Attack (125 base)
Cranidos's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 125 base Attack and 58 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
- Mold Breaker
- Sheer Force
How to use Cranidos competitively
Open the damage calculator with Cranidos selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Cranidos appears in the species dropdown. Drop Cranidos into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0408 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 4 |
| Type | Rock / None |
| Abilities | Mold Breaker, Sheer Force |
| Base Stat Total | 350 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 67 / 125 / 40 / 30 / 30 / 58 |