#0104 · Gen 1 · 320 BST
Cubone
An early-evolution Ground-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with solid 95 base Defense. Common ability: Rock Head.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
125/63/103/54/63/49
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
157/112/161/101/112/95
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Takes 0× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Cubone
Cubone is a Ground/None-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with a Base Stat Total of 320. An early-evolution Ground-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with solid 95 base Defense. Common ability: Rock Head.
Best stat: Defense (95 base)
Cubone's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 50 base Attack and 35 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
- Rock Head
- Lightning Rod
- Battle Armor
How to use Cubone competitively
Open the damage calculator with Cubone selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Cubone appears in the species dropdown. Drop Cubone into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0104 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Type | Ground / None |
| Abilities | Rock Head, Lightning Rod, Battle Armor |
| Base Stat Total | 320 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 50 / 50 / 95 / 40 / 50 / 35 |