#0422 · Gen 4 · 325 BST
Shellos
An early-evolution Water-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with modest stats. Common ability: Sticky Hold.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
151/61/61/69/73/48
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
183/110/110/119/125/94
Abilities
Draws in all Water-type moves. Instead of being hit by Water-type moves, it boosts its Sp. Atk.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Shellos
Shellos is a Water/None-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with a Base Stat Total of 325. An early-evolution Water-type Pokémon from Generation 4 with modest stats. Common ability: Sticky Hold.
Best stat: HP (76 base)
Shellos's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 57 base Special Attack and 34 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Special Attack and 252 into Speed — though its low Speed often warrants Trick Room support instead.
Abilities
- Sticky Hold
- Storm Drain
- Sand Force
How to use Shellos competitively
Open the damage calculator with Shellos selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Shellos appears in the species dropdown. Drop Shellos into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0422 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 4 |
| Type | Water / None |
| Abilities | Sticky Hold, Storm Drain, Sand Force |
| Base Stat Total | 325 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 76 / 48 / 48 / 57 / 62 / 34 |