#0369 · Gen 3 · 485 BST
Relicanth
A Water/Rock-type Pokémon from Generation 3 with an exceptional 130 base Defense. Common ability: Swift Swim.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
175/99/135/58/76/67
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
207/156/200/106/128/117
Abilities
It cannot be knocked out with one hit. One-hit KO moves cannot knock it out, either.
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 Relicanth
Relicanth is a Water/Rock-type Pokémon from Generation 3 with a Base Stat Total of 485. A Water/Rock-type Pokémon from Generation 3 with an exceptional 130 base Defense. Common ability: Swift Swim.
Best stat: Defense (130 base)
Relicanth's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 90 base Attack and 55 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
- Swift Swim
- Rock Head
- Sturdy
How to use Relicanth competitively
Open the damage calculator with Relicanth selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Relicanth appears in the species dropdown. Drop Relicanth into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0369 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 3 |
| Type | Water / Rock |
| Abilities | Swift Swim, Rock Head, Sturdy |
| Base Stat Total | 485 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 100 / 90 / 130 / 45 / 65 / 55 |