Suicune
Suicune is a Water type Pokémon introduced in Generation 2.
In Generation 9, a Paradox Pokémon Walking Wake was discovered, which bears a striking resemblance to Suicune.
Pokédex data
| National № | 0245 |
|---|---|
| Type | Water |
| Species | Aurora Pokémon |
| Height | 2.0 m (6′07″) |
| Weight | 187.0 kg (412.3 lbs) |
| Abilities | 1. Pressure Inner Focus (hidden ability) |
| Local № | 0240 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 0245 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) |
Training
| EV yield | 1 Defense, 2 Sp. Def |
|---|---|
| Catch rate | 3 (0.4% with PokéBall, full HP) |
| Base Friendship | 35 (lower than normal) |
| Base Exp. | 261 |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Breeding
| Egg Groups | Undiscovered |
|---|---|
| Gender | Genderless |
| Egg cycles | 80 (20,304–20,560 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 100 | 310 | 404 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attack | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
| Defense | 115 | 211 | 361 | |
| Sp. Atk | 90 | 166 | 306 | |
| Sp. Def | 115 | 211 | 361 | |
| Speed | 85 | 157 | 295 | |
| Total | 580 | 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
- Suicune does not evolve.
Suicune changes
- In Generations 5-6, Suicune has Water Absorb as its hidden ability.
- In Generations 2-4, Suicune has a base experience yield of 215.
- In Generation 2, Suicune has a base Friendship value of 70.
Pokédex entries
| Gold | Said to be the reincarnation of north winds, it can instantly purify filthy, murky water. |
|---|---|
| Silver | This POKéMON races across the land. It is said that north winds will somehow blow whenever it appears. |
| Crystal | This divine POKéMON blows around the world, always in search of a pure reservoir. |
| Ruby Sapphire |
SUICUNE embodies the compassion of a pure spring of water. It runs across the land with gracefulness. This POKéMON has the power to purify dirty water. |
| FireRed | This POKéMON races across the land. It is said that north winds will somehow blow whenever it appears. |
| LeafGreen | Said to be the reincarnation of north winds, it can instantly purify filthy, murky water. |
| Emerald | SUICUNE embodies the compassion of a pure spring of water. It runs across the land with gliding elegance. It has the power to purify dirty water. |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
It races around the world to purify fouled water. It dashes away with the north wind. |
| HeartGold | Said to be the embodiment of north winds, it can instantly purify filthy, murky water. |
| SoulSilver | This Pokémon races across the land. It is said that north winds will somehow blow whenever it appears. |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
It races around the world to purify fouled water. It dashes away with the north wind. |
| X | It races around the world to purify fouled water. It dashes away with the north wind. |
| Y | Said to be the embodiment of north winds, it can instantly purify filthy, murky water. |
| Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Suicune embodies the compassion of a pure spring of water. It runs across the land with gracefulness. This Pokémon has the power to purify dirty water. |
| Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
It races around the world to purify fouled water. It dashes away with the north wind. |
Moves learned by Suicune
Moves learnt by level up
Suicune does not learn any level up moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Egg moves
Suicune does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Suicune cannot be taught any TM moves in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by level up
Suicune learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gust | Flying | 40 | 100 | |
| 1 | Leer | Normal | — | 100 | |
| 1 | Mist | Ice | — | — | |
| 1 | Water Gun | Water | 40 | 100 | |
| 6 | Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 | |
| 12 | Bite | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
| 18 | Calm Mind | Psychic | — | — | |
| 24 | Roar | Normal | — | — | |
| 30 | Ice Fang | Ice | 65 | 95 | |
| 36 | Tailwind | Flying | — | — | |
| 42 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 48 | Extrasensory | Psychic | 80 | 100 | |
| 54 | Surf | Water | 90 | 100 | |
| 60 | Mirror Coat | Psychic | — | 100 | |
| 66 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 72 | Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 | |
| 78 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 |
Moves learnt by reminder
Suicune learns the following extra moves when using the Remember Moves
feature in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extreme Speed | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| Sheer Cold | Ice | — | 30 |
Egg moves
Suicune does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet.
Moves learnt by TM
Suicune is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Take Down | Normal | 90 | 85 | |
| 04 | Agility | Psychic | — | — | |
| 07 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 10 | Ice Fang | Ice | 65 | 95 | |
| 11 | Water Pulse | Water | 60 | 100 | |
| 20 | Trailblaze | Grass | 50 | 100 | |
| 22 | Chilling Water | Water | 50 | 100 | |
| 25 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 30 | Snarl | Dark | 55 | 95 | |
| 32 | Swift | Normal | 60 | ∞ | |
| 34 | Icy Wind | Ice | 55 | 95 | |
| 46 | Avalanche | Ice | 60 | 100 | |
| 47 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 50 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
| 51 | Sandstorm | Rock | — | — | |
| 52 | Snowscape | Ice | — | — | |
| 65 | Air Slash | Flying | 75 | 95 | |
| 66 | Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | |
| 70 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
| 77 | Waterfall | Water | 80 | 100 | |
| 85 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
| 99 | Iron Head | Steel | 80 | 100 | |
| 103 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 108 | Crunch | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 110 | Liquidation | Water | 85 | 100 | |
| 113 | Tailwind | Flying | — | — | |
| 114 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
| 123 | Surf | Water | 90 | 100 | |
| 129 | Calm Mind | Psychic | — | — | |
| 130 | Helping Hand | Normal | — | — | |
| 135 | Ice Beam | Ice | 90 | 100 | |
| 142 | Hydro Pump | Water | 110 | 80 | |
| 143 | Blizzard | Ice | 110 | 70 | |
| 152 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 163 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 171 | Tera Blast | Normal | 80 | 100 | |
| 172 | Roar | Normal | — | — | |
| 188 | Scald | Water | 80 | 100 | |
| 193 | Weather Ball | Normal | 50 | 100 | |
| 204 | Double-Edge | Normal | 120 | 100 | |
| 208 | Whirlpool | Water | 35 | 85 |
Suicune sprites
| Type | Generation 2 | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Where to find Suicune
| Gold Silver |
Roaming Johto |
|---|---|
| Crystal | Tin Tower |
| Ruby Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| FireRed LeafGreen |
Roaming Kanto |
| Emerald | Trade/migrate from another game |
| Diamond Pearl Platinum |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| HeartGold SoulSilver |
Route 25 |
| Black White Black 2 White 2 |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| X Y Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Ultra Space Wilds |
| Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
| Sword Shield Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Trade/migrate from another game |
| Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
| Scarlet Violet Legends: Z-A |
Location data not yet available |
Answers to Suicune questions
- What is a good moveset for Suicune?
- I accidentally ran from Suicune in heartgold, is it possible to find it again?
- Which Legendaries can you get in Crystal?
- Milotic or suicune?
- Where are all of the locations Suicune appears in HeartGold/SoulSilver?
- Where do you first run into the 3 legendary dogs on FireRed?
- Just wondering, is "Legendary Dogs" an official name?
- I just entered the Lostlorn forest with my Suicune, and I fainted the Zoroark, when will it appear again?
- How do you get the legendary beasts with good IV spreads in generation 3?
- How do I get Aqua Ring on Suicune in Shield?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
| English | Suicune |
|---|---|
| Japanese | スイクン (Suicune) |
| German | Suicune |
| French | Suicune |
| Italian | Suicune |
| Spanish | Suicune |
| Korean | 스이쿤 (seuikun) |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 水君 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 水君 |
| English |
Aurora Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Japanese | オーロラポケモン |
| German | Polarlicht-Pokémon |
| French | Pokémon Aurore |
| Italian | Pokémon Aurora |
| Spanish | Pokémon Aurora |
| Korean | 오로라포켓몬 |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 极光宝可梦 |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 極光寶可夢 |
Name origin
- sui
- Japanese for ‘water’
- kun
- Japanese for ‘monarch’