Pichu
Pichu is an Electric type Pokémon introduced in Generation 2. It is known as the Tiny Mouse Pokémon
.
Pokédex data
| National № | 172 |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric |
| Species | Tiny Mouse Pokémon |
| Height | 1′00″ (0.3 m) |
| Weight | 4.4 lbs (2.0 kg) |
| Abilities | 1. Static Lightning Rod (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 021 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 155 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 103 (Diamond/Pearl) 103 (Platinum) 021 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 035 (X/Y — Central Kalos) 162 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 024 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 031 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Speed |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 190 (24.8% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 70 (normal) |
| Base Exp. | 41 |
| Growth Rate | Medium Fast |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Undiscovered |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 10 (2,314–2,570 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 20 | 150 | 244 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 40 | 76 | 196 | |
| Defense | 15 | 31 | 141 | |
| Sp. Atk | 35 | 67 | 185 | |
| Sp. Def | 35 | 67 | 185 | |
| Speed | 60 | 112 | 240 | |
| Total | 205 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
(high Friendship)
(use Thunder Stone, outside Alola)
(use Thunder Stone, in Alola)
Pichu changes
- In Generations 2-4, Pichu has a base experience yield of 42.
Pokédex entries
| Gold | It is not yet skilled at storing electricity. It may send out a jolt if amused or startled. |
|---|---|
| Silver | Despite its small size, it can zap even adult humans. However, if it does so, it also surprises itself. |
| Crystal | It is unskilled at storing electric power. Any kind of shock causes it to discharge energy spontaneously. |
| Ruby | PICHU charges itself with electricity more easily on days with thunderclouds or when the air is very dry. You can hear the crackling of static electricity coming off this POKéMON. |
| Sapphire | When PICHU plays with others, it may short out electricity with another PICHU, creating a shower of sparks. In that event, this POKéMON will begin crying, startled by the flash of sparks. |
| FireRed | Despite its small size, it can zap even adult humans. However, if it does so, it also surprises itself. |
| LeafGreen | It is not yet skilled at storing electricity. It may send out a jolt if amused or startled. |
| Emerald | It is still inept at retaining electricity. When it is startled, it discharges power accidentally. It gets better at holding power as it grows older. |
| Diamond | The electric pouches on its cheeks are still small. They cannot store much electricity yet. |
| Pearl | It plays with others by touching tails and setting off sparks. This appears to be a test of courage. |
| Platinum | The electric sacs in its cheeks are small. If even a little electricity leaks, it becomes shocked. |
| HeartGold | It is not yet skilled at storing electricity. It may send out a jolt if amused or startled. |
| SoulSilver | Despite its small size, it can zap even adult humans. However, if it does so, it also surprises itself. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 | The electric sacs in its cheeks are small. If even a little electricity leaks, it becomes shocked. |
| X | It plays with others by touching tails and setting off sparks. This appears to be a test of courage. |
| Y | It is not yet skilled at storing electricity. It may send out a jolt if amused or startled. |
| Omega Ruby | Pichu charges itself with electricity more easily on days with thunderclouds or when the air is very dry. You can hear the crackling of static electricity coming off this Pokémon. |
| Alpha Sapphire | When Pichu plays with others, it may short out electricity with another Pichu, creating a shower of sparks. In that event, this Pokémon will begin crying, startled by the flash of sparks. |
| Sun | It is not yet skilled at controlling electricity. If you take your eyes off it, it may shock itself. |
| Moon | Despite this Pokémon’s cute appearance, those who want to live with one should prepare to be on the receiving end of its electric jolts. |
| Ultra Sun | It still can’t use electricity well. When it’s surprised or excited, it discharges electricity unintentionally. |
| Ultra Moon | It has electric sacs in its cheeks. When they’re fully charged, Pichu plays very energetically. |
Moves learned by Pichu
Moves learnt by level up
Pichu learns the following moves in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charm | Fairy | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Thunder Shock | Electric | 40 | 100 | |
| 5 | Tail Whip | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 10 | Sweet Kiss | Fairy | — | 75 | |
| 13 | Nasty Plot | Dark | — | — | |
| 18 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 |
Egg moves
Pichu learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Pichu egg moves page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bestow | Normal | — | — | |
| Bide | Normal | — | — | |
| Charge | Electric | — | — | |
| Disarming Voice | Fairy | 40 | ∞ | |
| Double Slap | Normal | 15 | 85 | |
| Electric Terrain | Electric | — | — | |
| Encore | Normal | — | 100 | |
| Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| Fake Out | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| Flail | Normal | — | 100 | |
| Lucky Chant | Normal | — | — | |
| Present | Normal | — | 90 | |
| Reversal | Fighting | — | 100 | |
| Thunder Punch | Electric | 75 | 100 | |
| Tickle | Normal | — | 100 | |
| Wish | Normal | — | — |
Move Tutor moves
Pichu can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon from move tutors (details):
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covet | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| Electroweb | Electric | 55 | 95 | |
| Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| Iron Tail | Steel | 100 | 75 | |
| Magnet Rise | Electric | — | — | |
| Shock Wave | Electric | 60 | ∞ | |
| Signal Beam | Bug | 75 | 100 | |
| Snore | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| Thunder Punch | Electric | 75 | 100 | |
| Uproar | Normal | 90 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Pichu is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Toxic | Poison | — | 90 | |
| 10 | Hidden Power | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 16 | Light Screen | Psychic | — | — | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 18 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 21 | Frustration | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 24 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 25 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 | |
| 27 | Return | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 32 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
| 42 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 44 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 45 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 48 | Round | Normal | 60 | 100 | |
| 49 | Echoed Voice | Normal | 40 | 100 | |
| 56 | Fling | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 57 | Charge Beam | Electric | 50 | 90 | |
| 72 | Volt Switch | Electric | 70 | 100 | |
| 73 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
| 86 | Grass Knot | Grass | — | 100 | |
| 87 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 88 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 90 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 93 | Wild Charge | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 100 | Confide | Normal | — | — |
Special moves
Pichu can know these moves in Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon via events and other sources:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volt Tackle | Electric | 120 | 100 | Breed Pikachu/Raichu holding Light Ball |
Transfer-only moves
Pichu can only learn these moves in previous generations. It must be taught the moves in the appropriate game and then transferred to Pokémon Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
Note: Generation 1 and 2 refer to the 3DS Virtual Console titles, not the physical cartridges.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curse | Ghost | — | — | Generation 2 — TM | |
| Detect | Fighting | — | — | Generation 2 — TM | |
| Zap Cannon | Electric | 120 | 50 | Generation 2 — TM | |
| Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
| Counter | Fighting | — | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
| Defense Curl | Normal | — | — | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
| Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
| Mega Kick | Normal | 120 | 75 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
| Mega Punch | Normal | 80 | 85 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
| Mimic | Normal | — | — | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
| Seismic Toss | Fighting | — | 100 | Generation 3 — Move tutor | |
| Captivate | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 4 — TM | |
| Natural Gift | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 4 — TM | |
| Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | Generation 4 — Move tutor | |
| Mud-Slap | Ground | 20 | 100 | Generation 4 — Move tutor | |
| Rollout | Rock | 30 | 90 | Generation 4 — Move tutor | |
| Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | Generation 4 — Move tutor | |
| Endeavor | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 4 — Special | |
| Pain Split | Normal | — | — | Generation 4 — Special | |
| Flash | Normal | — | 100 | Generation 6 — TM | |
| Secret Power | Normal | 70 | 100 | Generation 6 — TM |
Moves learnt by level up
Pichu does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu & Let's Go Eevee.
Moves learnt by TM
Pichu does not learn any HMs in Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu & Let's Go Eevee.
Pichu sprites
| Type | Generation 2 | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal |
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| Shiny |
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Where to find Pichu
| Gold Silver |
Breed Pikachu/Pikachu (Partner Pikachu)/Raichu |
|---|---|
| Crystal | Route 34 |
| Ruby Sapphire FireRed LeafGreen Emerald |
Breed Pikachu/Pikachu (Partner Pikachu)/Raichu |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Trophy Garden |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Ilex Forest |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Breed Pikachu/Pikachu (Partner Pikachu)/Raichu |
| Sun Moon |
Route 1, Hau'oli City |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Route 1 |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Breed Pikachu/Pikachu (Partner Pikachu)/Raichu/Alolan Raichu |
Answers to Pichu questions
- How do I get the Pikachu colored Pichu?
- What is the average level for pokemon to evolve by happiness?
- Can spiked ear pichu evolve?
- What happens when the Spiky Eared Pichu evolves into a Pikachu?
- Mareep,Pichu,Shinx.Which to work with?
- Why can't Pichu learn Dynamic Punch?
- What is the best way to get a Pichu to evolve in Pokemon Sun and Moon?
- Will any shiny pichu unlock the spikey-eared pichu event or does it have to be that specific pichu???
- Shiny Pichu?
- What is the Spiky Eared Pichu?
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Other languages
| English | Pichu |
|---|---|
| Japanese | ピチュー (Pichu) |
| German | Pichu |
| French | Pichu |
Name origin
- pika
- a small mouse-like mammal
- chu
- Japanese for ‘squeak’