#0446 · Gen 4 · 390 BST
Munchlax
An early-evolution Normal-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with an exceptional 135 base HP. Common ability: Pickup.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
210/94/54/54/94/22
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
242/150/101/101/150/62
Abilities
The Pokémon may pick up the item an opposing Pokémon used during a battle. It may pick up items outside of battle, too.
The Pokémon is protected by a layer of thick fat, which halves the damage taken from Fire- and Ice-type moves.
Makes the Pokémon eat a held Berry when its HP drops to half or less, which is sooner than usual.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes 0× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Munchlax
Munchlax is a Normal/None-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with a Base Stat Total of 390. An early-evolution Normal-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with an exceptional 135 base HP. Common ability: Pickup.
Best stat: HP (135 base)
Munchlax's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 85 base Attack and 5 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
- Pickup
- Thick Fat
- Gluttony
How to use Munchlax competitively
Open the damage calculator with Munchlax selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Munchlax appears in the species dropdown. Drop Munchlax into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0446 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 4 |
| Type | Normal / None |
| Abilities | Pickup, Thick Fat, Gluttony |
| Base Stat Total | 390 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 135 / 85 / 40 / 40 / 85 / 5 |