#0046 · Gen 1 · 285 BST
Paras
A starter-form Bug/Grass-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with modest stats. Common ability: Effect Spore.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
110/81/67/58/67/40
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
142/134/117/106/117/84
Abilities
Prevents the use of explosive moves such as Self-Destruct by dampening its surroundings.
Type effectiveness
Takes 4× damage from
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Takes ¼× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Paras
Paras is a Bug/Grass-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with a Base Stat Total of 285. A starter-form Bug/Grass-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with modest stats. Common ability: Effect Spore.
Best stat: Attack (70 base)
Paras's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 70 base Attack and 25 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
- Effect Spore
- Dry Skin
- Damp
How to use Paras competitively
Open the damage calculator with Paras selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Paras appears in the species dropdown. Drop Paras into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0046 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Type | Bug / Grass |
| Abilities | Effect Spore, Dry Skin, Damp |
| Base Stat Total | 285 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 35 / 70 / 55 / 45 / 55 / 25 |