#0090 · Gen 1 · 305 BST
Shellder
An early-evolution Water-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with strong 100 base Defense. Common ability: Shell Armor.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
105/76/108/58/40/54
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
137/128/167/106/84/101
Abilities
A hard shell protects the Pokémon from critical hits.
Protects the Pokémon from things like sand, hail, and powder.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Shellder
Shellder is a Water/None-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with a Base Stat Total of 305. An early-evolution Water-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with strong 100 base Defense. Common ability: Shell Armor.
Best stat: Defense (100 base)
Shellder's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 65 base Attack and 40 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
- Shell Armor
- Skill Link
- Overcoat
How to use Shellder competitively
Open the damage calculator with Shellder selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Shellder appears in the species dropdown. Drop Shellder into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0090 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Type | Water / None |
| Abilities | Shell Armor, Skill Link, Overcoat |
| Base Stat Total | 305 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 30 / 65 / 100 / 45 / 25 / 40 |