#0449 · Gen 4 · 330 BST
Hippopotas
An early-evolution Ground-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with modest stats. Common ability: Sand Stream.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
143/82/88/52/55/46
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
175/136/143/99/103/92
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 Hippopotas
Hippopotas is a Ground/None-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with a Base Stat Total of 330. An early-evolution Ground-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with modest stats. Common ability: Sand Stream.
Best stat: Defense (78 base)
Hippopotas's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 72 base Attack and 32 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
- Sand Stream
- Sand Force
How to use Hippopotas competitively
Open the damage calculator with Hippopotas selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Hippopotas appears in the species dropdown. Drop Hippopotas into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0449 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 4 |
| Type | Ground / None |
| Abilities | Sand Stream, Sand Force |
| Base Stat Total | 330 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 68 / 72 / 78 / 38 / 42 / 32 |