#0191 · Gen 2 · 180 BST
Sunkern
A starter-form Grass-type Pokémon from Generation 2 with modest stats. Common ability: Chlorophyll.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
105/45/45/45/45/45
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
137/90/90/90/90/90
Abilities
Boosts the Pokémon's Speed stat in sunshine.
The Pokémon awakens twice as fast as other Pokémon from sleep.
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes ½× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Sunkern
Sunkern is a Grass/None-type Pokémon from Generation 2 with a Base Stat Total of 180. A starter-form Grass-type Pokémon from Generation 2 with modest stats. Common ability: Chlorophyll.
Best stat: HP (30 base)
Sunkern's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 30 base Attack and 30 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
- Chlorophyll
- Solar Power
- Early Bird
How to use Sunkern competitively
Open the damage calculator with Sunkern selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Sunkern appears in the species dropdown. Drop Sunkern into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0191 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 2 |
| Type | Grass / None |
| Abilities | Chlorophyll, Solar Power, Early Bird |
| Base Stat Total | 180 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 30 / 30 / 30 / 30 / 30 / 30 |