#0402 · Gen 4 · 384 BST
Kricketune
An early-evolution Bug-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with solid 85 base Attack. Common ability: Swarm.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
152/94/63/67/63/76
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
184/150/113/117/113/128
Abilities
Powers up Bug-type moves when the Pokémon's HP is low.
Powers up the Pokémon's weaker moves.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Kricketune
Kricketune is a Bug/None-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with a Base Stat Total of 384. An early-evolution Bug-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with solid 85 base Attack. Common ability: Swarm.
Best stat: Attack (85 base)
Kricketune's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 85 base Attack and 65 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
- Swarm
- Technician
How to use Kricketune competitively
Open the damage calculator with Kricketune selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Kricketune appears in the species dropdown. Drop Kricketune into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0402 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 4 |
| Type | Bug / None |
| Abilities | Swarm, Technician |
| Base Stat Total | 384 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 77 / 85 / 51 / 55 / 51 / 65 |