Pikachu (Pokémon)

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This article is about the species. For a specific instance of this species, seePikachu (disambiguation).

Pikachu
Mouse Pokémon

ピカチュウ
Pikachu

#0025

Pikachu
Cosplay Pikachu	Pikachu in a cap	Partner Pikachu
Partner Pikachu	Gigantamax Pikachu
Images on the Bulbagarden Archives

Type

Electric

Unknown

Cosplay Pikachu

Unknown

Pikachu in a cap

Unknown

Partner Pikachu

Unknown

Gigantamax Pikachu

Unknown

Abilities

Static

Cacophony
Cosplay Pikachu

Cacophony
Pikachu in a cap

Lightning Rod
Hidden Ability

Cacophony
Hidden Ability

Cacophony
Cosplay Pikachu

Cacophony
Pikachu in a cap

Gender ratio

Unknown
50% male,50% female

Catch rate

190(35.2%)

Breeding

Egg Groups

Field andFairy orNo Eggs Discovered^Cosplay/Cap

Hatch time

10 cycles

Height

1'04"	0.4 m
Pikachu
0'0"	0 m
Cosplay Pikachu
0'0"	0 m
Pikachu in a cap
68'11"+	21.0+ m
Partner Pikachu

Weight

13.2 lbs.	6.0 kg
Pikachu
0 lbs.	0 kg
Cosplay Pikachu
0 lbs.	0 kg
Pikachu in a cap
??? lbs.	??? kg
Partner Pikachu

Mega Stone

[[|]]

Base experience yield

82
Gen. I-IV

Unknown
IV

112
V+

Leveling rate

Medium Fast

EV yield

Total: 2
Pikachu
0 HP	0 Atk	0 Def	0 Sp.Atk	0 Sp.Def	2 Speed
Cosplay Pikachu
0 HP	0 Atk	0 Def	0 Sp.Atk	0 Sp.Def	0 Speed
Pikachu in a cap
0 HP	0 Atk	0 Def	0 Sp.Atk	0 Sp.Def	0 Speed
Partner Pikachu
0 HP	0 Atk	0 Def	0 Sp.Atk	0 Sp.Def	0 Speed

Shape

Footprint

Cosplay Pikachu

Pokédex color

Yellow

Base friendship

External Links

On Smogon Pokédex:
Artwork on Bulbagarden Archives

Pikachu (Japanese:ピカチュウPikachu) is anElectric-type Pokémon introduced inGeneration I.

Itevolves fromPichu whenleveled up with high friendship and evolves intoRaichu when exposed to aThunder Stone.

InAlola, Pikachu evolves intoAlolan Raichu when exposed to a Thunder Stone.

Pikachu has sixteen alternateforms that fall into four groups:Cosplay Pikachu,Pikachu in a cap, thepartner Pikachu, andGigantamax Pikachu. Ordinary Pikachu canGigantamax into Gigantamax Pikachu if it has theGigantamax Factor. Additionally, many otherPikachu variants have appeared in various media.

Cosplay Pikachu, Pikachu in a cap, the partner Pikachu, and Pikachu with the Gigantamax Factor cannot evolve. ThePikachu received at the beginning ofPokémon Yellow will refuse to evolve into Raichu unless it istraded and evolved on another save file.

Pikachu is popularly known as the mascot of thePokémon franchise and one ofNintendo's major mascots. It is also thegame mascot and theplayer's first Pokémon inPokémon Yellow andLet's Go, Pikachu!, theplayer's first Pokémon inPokémon Rumble Blast andPokémon Rumble World, and has made numerous appearances on the covers of spin-off games.

Biology

Pikachu's gender differences inPokémon the Series

Pikachu is a short, chubbyrodent Pokémon. It is covered in yellow fur with two horizontal brown stripes on its back. It has a small mouth, long, pointed ears with black tips, and brown eyes. Each cheek is a red circle that contains a pouch for electricity storage. It has short forearms with five fingers on each paw, and its feet each have three toes. At the base of its lightning bolt-shaped tail is a patch of brown fur. A female will have a V-shaped notch at the end of its tail, which looks like the top of a heart. It is classified as a quadruped, but it has been known to stand and walk on its hind legs; therefore, Pikachu is a facultative biped.

In thePokémon the Series episodePikachu's Goodbye,wild Pikachu are shown to live in groups inforested areas. Pikachu communicate amongst themselves using squeaks and tail-shaking as friendly gestures. InA Plethora of Pikachu!, it is shown thatAlolan Pikachu are known to greet each other by sniffing one another and rubbing their tails together. Electricity can be used to receive and send messages with each other, as well as with otherElectric-type Pokémon. It raises its tail to check its surroundings and is occasionally struck by lightning in this position. When groups grow, they can inadvertently cause lightning storms. Pikachu forage forBerries, which it roasts with electricity to make them tender enough to eat. A sure sign that Pikachu inhabits a location is patches of burnt grass. InThe Electric Tale of Pikachu manga, it is depicted eating and sometimes destroying telephone poles, wires, and other electronic equipment. By occasion, it can get unintentionally swallowed byCramorant. While startled, it looks for ways to escape from the latter.

Pikachu charges itself while sleeping overnight, though stress and a lack of sleep can affect this. It can release electric discharges of varying intensity. In thePokémon the Series episodeSparks Fly for Magnemite, Pikachu is shown to build up energy in its glands, which it will need to discharge to avoid complications. It is also able to release energy through its tail, which acts as a grounding rod, as well as recharge fellow Pikachu with electric shocks. Pikachu and its evolutionary relatives are related toPachirisu. As shown inPokémon Sleep, Pikachu is known to generate electricity through its cheeks while sleeping. Pikachu discharges while sleeping due to it dreaming of firing electric shots.^[1]

Pikachu and its evolutionary relatives are theonly known Pokémon capable of learning the moveVolt Tackle. Pikachu is also the only known Pokémon capable of using theZ-Move Catastropika, and the only known Pokémon capable of using theLight Ball item.

Forms

Pikachu has sixteen additional forms that fall into four groups:Cosplay Pikachu,Pikachu in a cap, thepartner Pikachu, andGigantamax Pikachu. Additionally, many otherPikachu variants have appeared in various media.

Cosplay Pikachu

Cosplay Pikachu is always female, has a black heart-shaped spot at the end of its tail, and can be dressed in any of five outfits corresponding to the fiveContest conditions.

Cosplay Pikachu	Pikachu Rock Star	Pikachu Belle	Pikachu Pop Star	Pikachu, Ph.D	Pikachu Libre

Pikachu in a cap

Pikachu in a cap is always male and has eight variants, each wearing one ofAsh's hats fromPokémon the Series. Pikachu in a cap is the only known Pokémon capable of using the Z-Move10,000,000 Volt Thunderbolt. Pikachu in a Cap cannot useCatastropika or Gigantamax.

Partner Pikachu

Thepartner Pikachu is the Pokémon the player starts with inPokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu!. This Pikachu can be either gender. It has higher base stats than normal Pikachu. Unlike other Pikachu, the partner Pikachu can learn the exclusive movesZippy Zap,Floaty Fall, andSplishy Splash, as well as having access to thePartner Power Pika Papow.

The partner Pikachu is not differentiated from standard Pikachu inPokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!'s Pokédex, and it cannot be transferred out of the games.

Partner Pikachu

Gigantamax Pikachu

As Gigantamax Pikachu, it becomes larger and chubbier. Its tail becomes longer and becomes capable of storing all of the electricity it generates, causing it to glow a bright yellow and enabling it to become as powerful as a lightning strike. Three red clouds float around the tail. Its power is equal to that of a power plant; however, it is difficult to use it in peoples' homes since Pikachu can only remain in its Gigantamax form for a short time.^[2] Gigantamax Pikachu is the only known Pokémon capable of using theG-Max Move G-Max Volt Crash.

Gigantamax Pikachu

Evolution

Pikachu evolves fromPichu and evolves intoRaichu.

InAlola, it evolves intoAlolan Raichu.

Cosplay Pikachu,Pikachu in a cap,Partner Pikachu, and Pikachu with theGigantamax Factor cannot evolve.

(For specifics on this Pokémon's Evolution in the games, refer toGame data→Evolution data.)

Unevolved

Pichu
Electric

→

First Evolution

Pikachu
Electric

↗

Second Evolution

Raichu
Electric

↘

Second Evolution

Raichu
Alolan Form
Electric Psychic

Game data

As the player

Main article:Pikachu (PokéPark)

Pikachu appears as theplayer character in bothPokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure and its sequel,PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond. He falls down a mysterious tunnel one day with his friendsCharmander,Chikorita, andPiplup and ends up in thePokéPark. There he goes on a quest to save the PokéPark from certain destruction. He later travels to a new PokéPark which is being threatened by the ever-expandingWish Park. At the new PokéPark he meetsSnivy,Tepig, andOshawott, and they help to save the PokéPark from danger.

NPC appearances

Pokémon Stadium: Pikachu stars in the mini-game "Thundering Dynamo" alongsideVoltorb. This mini-game involves charging up electric power.
Hey You, Pikachu!: Pikachu stars alongside an unnamed child (who bears a striking resemblance toRed) who was recently taught how to interact with wild Pokémon byProfessor Oak. The boy and Pikachu form a bond and go on many adventures together, and one day the Pikachu decides to live with the boy.
Pokémon Stadium 2: Pikachu can be used in "Pichu's Power Plant" if one is detected in a Transferred Pokémon game.
Pokémon Pinball: Pikachu serves as a Ball-Saver, but it will only work if the Lightning Meter is full.
Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire: Pikachu has the same role as in Pokémon Pinball but is sometimes helped byPichu. Pikachu also appears on the Catch 'Em Mode banner.
Pokémon Channel: Much like Hey You, Pikachu!, Pokémon Channel focuses on a boy and a Pikachu bonding through social interactions, such as going outside and talking to other Pokémon, and watching TV together.

Pokédex entries

Generation I

Kanto
#025

Green
Red^(JPN)	(This entry was originally untranslated in English until it wasreused inPokémon FireRed.)
Red^(ENG)	When several of thesePokémon gather, their electricity could build and cause lightning storms.
Blue
Yellow	It keeps its tail raised to monitor its surroundings. If you yank its tail, it will try to bite you.
Stadium	Lives in forests away from people. It stores electricity in its cheeks for zapping an enemy if it is attacked.

Generation II

Johto
#022

Gold	This intelligentPokémon roasts hardBerries with electricity to make them tender enough to eat.
Silver	It raises its tail to check its surroundings. The tail is sometimes struck by lightning in this pose.
Crystal	When it is angered, it immediately discharges the energy stored in the pouches in its cheeks.
Stadium 2	This intelligentPokémon roasts hardBerries with electricity to make them tender enough to eat.(Pokémon Red, Silver, or Crystal inserted) It raises its tail to check its surroundings. The tail is sometimes struck by lightning in this pose.(Pokémon Blue, Gold, or Yellow inserted)

Generation III

Hoenn
#156

Kanto
#025

Ruby	WheneverPikachu comes across something new, it blasts it with a jolt of electricity. If you come across a blackened berry, it's evidence that thisPokémon mistook the intensity of its charge.
Sapphire	ThisPokémon has electricity-storing pouches on its cheeks. These appear to become electrically charged during the night whilePikachu sleeps. It occasionally discharges electricity when it is dozy after waking up.
Emerald	It stores electricity in the electric sacs on its cheeks. When it releases pent-up energy in a burst, the electric power is equal to a lightning bolt.
FireRed	It has small electric sacs on both its cheeks. If threatened, it looses electric charges from the sacs.
LeafGreen	When several of thesePokémon gather, their electricity can build and cause lightning storms.

Generation IV

Sinnoh
#104

Johto
#022

Diamond	It lives in forests with others. It stores electricity in the pouches on its cheeks.
Pearl	If it looses crackling power from the electric pouches on its cheeks, it is being wary.
Platinum	It occasionally uses an electric shock to recharge a fellowPikachu that is in a weakened state.
HeartGold	This intelligent Pokémon roasts hard berries with electricity to make them tender enough to eat.
SoulSilver	It raises its tail to check its surroundings. The tail is sometimes struck by lightning in this pose.

Generation V

Unova
#—

White
Black	It occasionally uses an electric shock to recharge a fellow Pikachu that is in a weakened state.
Black 2	It occasionally uses an electric shock to recharge a fellow Pikachu that is in a weakened state.
White 2

Generation VI

Kalos
Central #036

Hoenn
#163

X	It raises its tail to check its surroundings. The tail is sometimes struck by lightning in this pose.
Y	It has small electric sacs on both its cheeks. If threatened, it looses electric charges from the sacs.
Omega Ruby	Whenever Pikachu comes across something new, it blasts it with a jolt of electricity. If you come across a blackened berry, it's evidence that this Pokémon mistook the intensity of its charge.
Alpha Sapphire	This Pokémon has electricity-storing pouches on its cheeks. These appear to become electrically charged during the night while Pikachu sleeps. It occasionally discharges electricity when it is dozy after waking up.

Generation VII

Alola
S M : #025

Alola
US UM : #032

Kanto
#025

Let's Go Eevee
Sun	A plan was recently announced to gather many Pikachu and make an electric power plant.
Moon	It's in its nature to store electricity. It feels stressed now and then if it's unable to fully discharge the electricity.
Ultra Sun	Its nature is to store up electricity. Forests where nests of Pikachu live are dangerous, since the trees are so often struck by lightning.
Ultra Moon	While sleeping, it generates electricity in the sacs in its cheeks. If it's not getting enough sleep, it will be able to use only weak electricity.
Let's Go Pikachu	This forest-dwelling Pokémon stores electricity in its cheeks, so you'll feel a tingly shock if you touch it.
Pikachu in a cap
Sun	This form of Pikachu is somewhat rare. It wears the hat of its Trainer, who is also its partner.
Moon	This Pikachu is wearing its Trainer's cap. Since the cap's not the right size, the fit is a bit loose.
Ultra Sun	This form of Pikachu is somewhat rare. It wears the hat of its Trainer, who is also its partner.
Ultra Moon	This Pikachu is wearing its Trainer's cap. Since the cap's not the right size, the fit is a bit loose.

Generation VIII

Galar
#194

Galar
Isle of Armor #085

Sinnoh
#104

Hisui
#056

Original Cap Pikachu
Sword	Pikachu that can generate powerful electricity have cheek sacs that are extra soft and super stretchy.
Shield	When Pikachu meet, they'll touch their tails together and exchange electricity through them as a form of greeting.
Brilliant Diamond	It lives in forests with others. It stores electricity in the electric sacs on its cheeks.
Shining Pearl	If it looses crackling power from the electric sacs on its cheeks, it is being wary.
Legends: Arceus	Possesses cheek sacs in which it stores electricity. This clever forest-dweller roasts tough berries with an electric shock before consuming them.
Sword	This Pikachu wears its partner's cap, which is brimming with memories of traveling through many different regions.
Shield	This Pikachu is wearing its Trainer's cap. The cap is proof that the two traveled across many regions together.
Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos, and Alola Cap Pikachu
Sword	This Pikachu wears its partner's cap, which is brimming with memories of traveling through theHoenn/Sinnoh/Unova/Kalos/Alola region.
Shield	This Pikachu is wearing its Trainer's cap. The cap is proof that the two traveled throughout theHoenn/Sinnoh/Unova/Kalos/Alola region together.
Partner Cap Pikachu
Sword	This Pikachu wears its partner's cap, which is brimming with memories of when they first met.
Shield	This Pikachu is wearing its Trainer's cap. The cap is a precious symbol of a fateful encounter.
World Cap Pikachu
Sword	This Pikachu wears its partner's cap, which is brimming with memories of traveling through different regions.
Shield	This Pikachu is wearing its Trainer's cap. The cap is a precious symbol that travels across different regions with Pikachu.
Gigantamax Pikachu
Sword	Its Gigantamax power expanded, forming its supersized body and towering tail.
Shield	When it smashes its opponents with its bolt-shaped tail, it delivers a surge of electricity equivalent to a lightning strike.

Generation IX

Paldea
#74

Kitakami
#21

Blueberry
#—

Original Cap Pikachu
Scarlet	When it is angered, it immediately discharges the energy stored in the pouches in its cheeks.
Violet	When several of these Pokémon gather, their electricity can build and cause lightning storms.
Scarlet	The cap this Pikachu wears is filled with memories of this Pokémon and its partner traveling across lots of different regions together.
Violet	This Pikachu wears its partner's cap—proof of the strong bond Pikachu and its partner formed during adventures across many different regions.
Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos, and Alola Cap Pikachu
Scarlet	The cap this Pikachu wears is filled with memories of this Pokémon and its partner traveling across theHoenn/Sinnoh/Unova/Kalos/Alola region together.
Violet	This Pikachu wears its partner's cap—proof of the strong bond Pikachu and its partner formed during adventures across theHoenn/Sinnoh/Unova/Kalos/Alola region.
Partner Cap Pikachu
Scarlet	The cap this Pikachu wears is filled with memories of this Pokémon traveling together with its partner, whom it met in a fateful encounter.
Violet	This Pikachu wears its partner's cap—proof of the strong bond Pikachu and its partner formed as the two overcame many hardships together.
World Cap Pikachu
Scarlet	The cap this Pikachu wears is filled with memories of this Pokémon and its partner traveling across the world together.
Violet	This Pikachu wears its partner's cap—proof of the strong bond Pikachu and its partner formed during adventures across the world.


Male Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^SM	Female Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^SM	Original Cap Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^SM	Hoenn Cap Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^SM

Sinnoh Cap Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^SM	Unova Cap Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^SM	Kalos Cap Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^SM	Alola Cap Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^SM

Male Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^USUM	Female Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^USUM	Original Cap Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^USUM	Hoenn Cap Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^USUM

Sinnoh Cap Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^USUM	Unova Cap Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^USUM	Kalos Cap Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^USUM	Alola Cap Pikachu in theAlola Pokédex^USUM


Pikachu in thePaldea Pokédex	Pikachu in theKitakami Pokédex

Game locations

Generation I

Red

Blue

Viridian Forest,Power Plant

Blue (Japan)

Viridian Forest,Power Plant,Rocket Game Corner

Yellow

First Pokémon fromProfessor Oak inPallet Town

Generation II

Route 2^Morning^Day,Celadon Game Corner

Generation III

Viridian Forest,Power Plant

Colosseum

Pokémon Colosseum Bonus Disc (JP)

Generation IV

Viridian Forest
Trade Pikachu inSaffron City

Pal Park

Forest

Pokéwalker

Resort,Yellow Forest,Rally, andSightseeing

Generation V

Generation VI

Santalune Forest,Route 3,Friend Safari (Electric)

Omega Ruby

Alpha Sapphire

Safari Zone (Zone 1,long grass)
Received at theContest Hall inVerdanturf Town,Fallarbor Town,Slateport City, orLilycove City after firstPokémon Contest(Cosplay Pikachu)

Generation VII

Sun

Moon

Route 1,Hau'oli City (SOS Battle)

Ultra Sun

Ultra Moon

Route 1 (SOS Battle)
Heahea City (Surf Association,Only one)
Pikachu Valley (QR Scanner)(Partner Cap Pikachu)

Let's Go Pikachu

Viridian Forest(Pikachu)
First Pokémon fromProfessor Oak inPallet Town(Partner Pikachu)

Generation VIII

Route 4,Stony Wilderness
Rolling Fields (Wanderer)
Giant's Cap,Giant's Mirror,Hammerlocke Hills,Lake of Outrage,Motostoke Riverbank (Max Raid Battle)
Meetup Spot (Only one)*(Gigantamax Factor)

Expansion Pass

Forest of Focus
Fields of Honor,Soothing Wetlands (Wanderer)
Challenge Beach,Fields of Honor,Forest of Focus (Max Raid Battle)

Obsidian Fieldlands:Nature's Pantry, massivemass outbreaks
Crimson Mirelands: nearGolden Lowlands
Cobalt Coastlands:Windbreak Stand
Alabaster Icelands:Space-time distortions

Generation IX

Scarlet

Violet

South Province:Area Two,Area Four,Artazon
East Province:Area One
West Province:Area Three
Tera Raid Battles (2★,3★)

The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero

Kitakami Road,Apple Hills,Oni Mountain,Wistful Fields,Paradise Barrens,Kitakami Wilds,Timeless Woods

In side games

Generation I

Snap

Beach,Tunnel,River, andCave

Pinball

Red andBlue Field:Viridian Forest

Generation II

Puzzle Challenge

Defeat aGentleman after performing a 6-block combo in Challenge Mode

Generation III

Channel

Collect all 101 Nice Cards

Pinball: R&S

Safari Zone (Ruby Field)

Trozei!

Secret Storages 4 and20, Endless Level 1,Mr. Who's Den

MD Red

MD Blue

Hero Pokémon,Partner Pokémon,Lightning Field (6F-10F)

Ranger

Lyra Forest,Panula Cave,Sekra Range

Generation IV

Battle Revolution

Beat Pokétopia MasterMysterial for the first time

MD Time

MD Darkness

Hero Pokémon,Partner Pokémon,Amp Plains (9F-10F, Far Amp Plains 1F-4F)*

MD Sky

Hero Pokémon,Partner Pokémon,Amp Plains (9F-10F, Far Amp Plains 1F-4F)*

Ranger: SoA

Vien Forest,Crysta Cave,Volcano Cave,Chroma Road,Chroma Highlands,Chroma Ruins

Ranch

Hayley's trades

Rumble

Silent Forest(Normal Mode C, B & S)

Ranger: GS

Submarine,Faldera Volcano,Thunder Temple

Generation V

Rumble Blast

Autumnwood:Firebreathing Mountain; Forest:Trailhead Field,World Axle - B1F

Conquest

Violight,Password Outbreak

MD GTI

Hero Pokémon,Partner Pokémon,Silent Tundra (Uncharted Road),Dreamy Island (Uncharted Road),Pika Land (1F-14F)

Rumble U

Model Train Room: Rush Hour,Locomotive Café: Dash Race!,
Chill Battle: The Forest of Memories(Reward), NFC Figurine

Generation VI

Battle Trozei

Renegade Meadow: Stage 6

Rumble World

Leafy Expanse: Shrub Forest(All Areas),Gold Plateau: Tricky Factory(All Areas)

Super MD

Hero Pokémon,Partner Pokémon

Picross

Area 04: Stage 02

Generation VII

Quest

Found as a first partner,Mulligan Stew à la Cube, Yellow Curry à la Cube, Watt a Risotto à la Cube

Rumble Rush

Charizard Sea²⁰¹⁹,Dragonite Sea,Snorlax Sea,Pinsir Sea,Zapdos Sea,Jirachi Sea,Gengar Sea,Celebi Sea,Castform Sea,Garchomp Sea,Entei Sea,Mimikyu Sea,Aegislash Sea,Mewtwo Sea,Rowlet Sea,Lugia Sea,Buzzwole Sea,Zygarde Sea,Butterfree Sea,Charizard Sea²⁰²⁰,Bulbasaur Sea,Charizard Sea^Final,Jirachi Sea^Final,Celebi Sea^Final,Garchomp Sea^Final,Entei Sea^Final,Mimikyu Sea^Final,Mewtwo Sea^Final,Rowlet Sea^Final,Buzzwole Sea^Final,Zygarde Sea^Final
Rowlet Sea,Rowlet Sea^Final(Festive Hat)

Generation VIII

MD DX

Hero Pokémon,Partner Pokémon,Lightning Field (5F-10F)

New Snap

Florio Nature Park^{Night withSecret Side Path},Research Camp,Blushing Beach^{Day,NightLevel 2}

Generation IX

Sleep

First Pokémon
Greengrass Isle (from Basic 3),Cyan Beach (from Basic 1),Lapis Lakeside (from Basic 1),Old Gold Power Plant (from Basic 1)
Greengrass Isle (Event: Halloween 2023, Halloween 2024)(Halloween, orange hat)
Greengrass Isle (Event: Halloween 2024)(Halloween, purple hat)
Greengrass Isle (Event: Holiday 2023, Holiday 2024)(Holiday)

Cross-Generation

Shuffle

Night Festival: Stage 23
Graucus Hall: Stage 477
Event:Pokémon Safari(Eighth release; Angry)
Event:Pokémon Safari(Second release; Winking)
Event:Special Daily Pokémon(Second release; Sleeping)
Event:A Great Chance a Day!(Enamored, Ho-Oh Costume, Lugia Costume, Rayquaza Costume)
Event:Commemorative Event(Smiling)
Event:Pikachu Appears(3DS; Happy)
Event:Commemorative Event(Mobile; Happy)
Event:Great Daily Pokémon(Second release; Happy)
Event:Pokémon Safari(12th release; Spooky)
Event:Pokémon Safari(13th release; Holiday)
Event:Pokémon Safari(Tenth release; Magikarp Costume and Gyarados Costume)
Event:Pikachu Appears(Shiny Gyarados Costume;Hoenn/Unova/Alola Cap)
Event:Pokémon Safari(15th release; Kimono Boy Costume and Kimono Girl Costume)
Event:Pokémon Safari(14th release; Shiny Rayquaza Costume)
Event:Pikachu Appears(Sinnoh/Kalos Cap)
Event:Pokémon Safari(21st release; Charizard Costume)
Event:Great Daily Pokémon(Fifth release;Hoenn/Sinnoh/Unova/Kalos/Alola Cap)
Event:Pokémon Safari(26th release; Dizzy and Surprised)

Masters EX

Startingsync pair:Scottie/Bettie & Pikachu
Evolution:Scottie/Bettie &Pichu^Egg
Master Fairsync pair scout: Ash & Pikachu(Pikachu ↔ World Cap),Sygna Suit Red (Thunderbolt) & Pikachu(Gigantamax)
Poké Fairsync pair scout: Chase & Pikachu
Special sync pair event: Petey (Poké Kid) & Pikachu

UNITE

CompleteTutorial (Basics 1)^{Post version 1.12.1.2},Gift fromErbie afterTutorial (Basics 2)^{Pre version 1.12.1.2}, Purchase for 6,000 Aeos Coins/345 Aeos Gems fromUnite Battle Committee^{Pre version 1.12.1.2}

In events

Pikachu

Games	Event	Language/Region	Location	Level	Distribution period
RG B	Pokémon 2 Idea Contest Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	5	May 15 to June 12, 1997
RG B	Nintendo 64 Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	5	September 21 to October 31, 1997
RG B	CoroCoro Surfing Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	5	September 15 to October 14, 1997
RG B	CoroCoro Flying Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	5	October 15 to November 1997
RG B	Summer 1998 Pokémon Battle Tour Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	5	July 19 to August 23, 1998
RB Y	Nintendo Power Pikachu	English	United States	?	October to November 1, 1999
RS	Pokémon Center New York Evolution Stone Promotion Pikachu	English	United States	50	August 30 to September 4, 2003
RS E FRLG	All Nippon Airways Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	10	December 5 to 25, 2004
RS E FRLG	Yokohama Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	10	March 19 to April 3, 2005
RS E FRLG	GW Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	10	April 25 to May 8, 2005
RS E FRLG	Sapporo Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	10	July 1 to August 21, 2005
RS E FRLG	Gather More Pokémon! Third Campaign Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	10	January 14 to 29, 2006
RS E FRLG	Journey Across America Pikachu	English	United States	70	February 25 to July 23, 2006
RS E FRLG	Gather More Pokémon! Fifth Campaign Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	10	March 21 to April 9, 2006
RS E FRLG	Gather More Pokémon! Sixth Campaign Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	10	April 22 to May 8, 2006
RS E FRLG	Top 10 Distribution Pikachu	English	United Kingdom	70	June 10, 2006; October 14 to November 19, 2006
RS E FRLG	Top 10 Distribution Pikachu	Italian	Italy	70	June 23 to 25, 2006
RS E FRLG	Top 10 Distribution Pikachu	Spanish	Spain	70	June 27 to August 27, 2006
RS E FRLG	Party of the Decade Pikachu	English	United States	70	August 8, 2006
RS E FRLG	Top 10 Distribution Pikachu	German	Germany	70	September 24 to November 5, 2006
RS E FRLG	Top 10 Distribution Pikachu	French	France	70	September 26, 2006
DP	2007 TCG World Championships Pikachu	English	United States	50	August 10 to 12, 2007
DP	McDonald's Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	20	May 30 to June 19, 2008
DP Pt	Pokémon Center Yokohama Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	40	October 10 to November 3, 2008
DP	Nintendo Zone Pikachu	English	United States	20	November 14 to 27, 2008
DP Pt	2008 Birthday Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	40	December 26, 2008 to December 25, 2009
DP Pt	Sleeping Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	50	February 7 to March 15, 2009
DP Pt	Character Fair Pikachu	Korean	South Korea	30	July 24 to 26, 2009
DP Pt HGSS	Kyoto Cross Media Experience 2009 Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	30	October 3 to 4, 2009
DP Pt HGSS	Ario Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	20	November 21 to 23, 2009
DP Pt HGSS	2009 Birthday Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	40	December 26, 2009 to November 3, 2010
DP Pt HGSS	Ash's Pikachu	Japanese	Nintendo Wi-Fi	50	July 15 to August 10, 2010
DP Pt HGSS	7-Eleven Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	20	August 20 to September 5, 2010
DP Pt HGSS	Nintendo Zone Pikachu	German	Germany	20	July 31 to August 27, 2010
DP Pt HGSS	Ash's Pikachu	English	North America	50	January 30 to February 20, 2011
DP Pt HGSS	Ash's Pikachu	Korean	Nintendo Wi-Fi	50	February 1 to 28, 2011
BW	All Nippon Airways Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	50	July 18 to September 30, 2011
BW	Singing Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	30	July 30 to September 4, 2011
BW	ExtremeSpeed Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	50	March 1 to May 6, 2012
BW	Pikachu Festival Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	100	March 23 to April 8, 2012
BW	Pika Pika Carnival Pikachu	English	Singapore	100	May 11 to 20, 2012
BW	Pika Pika Carnival Pikachu	Japanese	Singapore	100	May 11 to 20, 2012
BW	Summer 2012 Pikachu	English	Europe	100	July 5 to September 29, 2012
BW	Summer 2012 Pikachu	French	Europe	100	July 5 to September 29, 2012
BW	Summer 2012 Pikachu	German	Europe	100	July 5 to September 29, 2012
BW	Summer 2012 Pikachu	Italian	Europe	100	July 5 to September 29, 2012
BW	Summer 2012 Pikachu	Spanish	Europe	100	July 5 to September 29, 2012
BW	Summer Carnival Pikachu	Korean	South Korea	100	July 14 to August 29, 2012
BW	2012 World Championships Pikachu	English	United States	50	August 12, 2012
BW	2012 World Championships Pikachu	French	United States	50	August 12, 2012
BW	2012 World Championships Pikachu	German	United States	50	August 12, 2012
BW	2012 World Championships Pikachu	Italian	United States	50	August 12, 2012
BW	2012 World Championships Pikachu	Japanese	United States	50	August 12, 2012
BW	2012 World Championships Pikachu	Korean	United States	50	August 12, 2012
BW	2012 World Championships Pikachu	Spanish	United States	50	August 12, 2012
BW B2W2	Pokémon Center 15th Anniversary Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	100	May 29 to June 4, 2013; July 3 to 7, 2013
BW B2W2	Strongest Class Pikachu	Japanese	Hong Kong Taiwan	100	July 26 to August 20, 2013
BW B2W2	Pokémon Center Best Wishes Ash's Pikachu	Japanese	Japan	50	August 10 to September 6, 2013
XY ORAS	Pokémon Center Birthday Pikachu	All	Japan	10	October 12, 2013 to December 31, 2016
XY	Atsuto Uchida Pikachu	All	Japan	22	June 15, 2014
XY	Minato Mirai Landmark Tower Pikachu	All	Japan	10	August 9 to 17, 2014
XY	Minato Mirai Cosmo World Pikachu	All	Japan	10	August 9 to 17, 2014
XY	Minato Mirai Red Brick Warehouse Pikachu	All	Japan	10	August 9 to 17, 2014
XY	Minato Mirai Captain Pikachu	All	Japan	10	August 9 to 17, 2014
XY	Minato Mirai ♥♥Pika♥♥ Pikachu	All	Japan	10	August 9 to 17, 2014
XY	Minato Mirai Pacifico Pikachu	All	Japan	10	August 16 to 17, 2014
XY ORAS	Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo Pikachu	All	Japan	36	December 11, 2014; December 12, 2014 to January 16, 2015
ORAS	Pokémon Cafe Pikachu	All	Japan	10	January 9 to March 15, 2015
XY ORAS	7-Eleven Ash's Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	50	July 18 to September 30, 2015
XY ORAS	Yokohama Pikachu	All	Japan	10	August 8 to 16, 2015
ORAS	Satay King Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	10	August 9 to September 30, 2015
ORAS	Satay King Pikachu	Taiwanese region	Online	10	August 9 to September 30, 2015
XY ORAS	Pokémon Center Ash's Pikachu	Japanese region	Nintendo Network	50	August 24 to 30, 2015
ORAS	PGL Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	10	September 1 to October 29, 2015
ORAS	PGL Pikachu	American region	Online	10	September 1 to October 29, 2015
ORAS	PGL Pikachu	PAL region	Online	10	September 1 to October 29, 2015
ORAS	PGL Pikachu	Korean region	Online	10	September 1 to October 29, 2015
ORAS	PGL Pikachu	Taiwanese region	Online	10	September 1 to October 29, 2015
ORAS	Beginner Trainer Pikachu	All	South Korea	10	October 9 to 11, 2015; October 17 to 18, 2015
XY ORAS	Tohoku Pikachu	All	Japan	99	December 20, 2015 January 2 to 11, 2016
ORAS	Pokémon Center Online Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	10	February 16 to August 31, 2016
XY ORAS	Tohoku Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	10	March 11 to April 21, 2016
ORAS	Pokémon Cafe Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	10	May 27 to August 31, 2016
ORAS	Pokémon Cafe Pikachu	American region	Online	10	May 27 to August 31, 2016
ORAS	Pokémon Center Hiroshima Pikachu	All	Japan	36	June 1 to 30, 2016
XY ORAS	Pika Pika Pokémon Spa Pikachu	Korean region	Online	10	July 2 to September 30, 2016
SM	Pokémon Center Birthday Pikachu	All	Japan	10	November 18, 2016 to November 15, 2018
SM	Tohoku Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	10	March 11 to April 20, 2017
SM	Carnival Pikachu	All	Japan	10	August 9 to 15, 2017 August 14, 2017
SM	Carnival Parade Pikachu	All	Japan	10	August 14, 2017
SM USUM	2018 Tohoku Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	10	March 5 to April 26, 2018
SM USUM	Pokémon Cafe Pikachu	All	Japan	5	March 14 to April 22, 2018
SM USUM	Pokémon World Festival Pikachu	All	South Korea	10	April 27 to May 7, 2018
E	Pokémon Festa 2019 Shiny Pikachu	International (not Mainland China)	Online	10	May 1 to 31, 2019
E	Target Bullseye Pass Shiny Pikachu	International (not Mainland China)	Online	10	May 11 to June 23, 2019
SwSh	Japan Pokémon Center Birthday Pikachu	All	Japan	5	November 15, 2019 to January 31, 2021
SwSh	Singapore Pokémon Center Birthday Pikachu	All	Singapore	5	March 7, 2020 to January 31, 2021
SwSh	KIBO's Pikachu	All	Online	21	December 31, 2020 to January 15, 2021
SwSh	Game Freak's Singing Pikachu	All	Online	25	February 25 to March 25, 2021
SV	Flying Terastal Pikachu	All	Online	5	November 18, 2022 to February 28, 2023
SV	25th Anniversary Pikatto Pika Pika Pikachu	All	Online	25	April 22 to July 31, 2023

Original Cap Pikachu

Games	Event	Language/Region	Location	Level	Distribution period
SM	Original Cap Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	1	April 15 to May 1, 2017 July 19 to 31, 2017
SM	Original Cap Pikachu	American region PAL region Taiwanese region	Online	1	September 19 to 25, 2017
SM	Original Cap Pikachu	Japanese region PAL region Taiwanese region	Online	1	October 19 to November 23, 2017
SM	Original Cap Pikachu	Japanese region American region	Online	1	November 10 to 23, 2017
USUM	Original Cap Pikachu	Japanese region PAL region Taiwanese region	Online	1	March 29 to May 31, 2018
SwSh	Ash's Original Cap Pikachu	All	Online	25	September 29 to November 30, 2020

Hoenn Cap Pikachu

Games	Event	Language/Region	Location	Level	Distribution period
SM	Hoenn Cap Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	6	May 3 to 15, 2017 August 2 to 14, 2017
SM	Hoenn Cap Pikachu	American region PAL region Taiwanese region	Online	6	September 26 to October 2, 2017
USUM	Hoenn Cap Pikachu	Japanese region American region PAL region Taiwanese region	Online	6	November 9 to 30, 2018
SwSh	Ash's Hoenn Cap Pikachu	All	Online	25	October 2 to November 30, 2020

Sinnoh Cap Pikachu

Games	Event	Language/Region	Location	Level	Distribution period
SM	Sinnoh Cap Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	10	May 17 to 29, 2017 August 16 to 28, 2017
SM	Sinnoh Cap Pikachu	American region PAL region Taiwanese region	Online	9	October 3 to 9, 2017
USUM	Sinnoh Cap Pikachu	Japanese region American region PAL region Taiwanese region	Online	9	November 9 to 30, 2018
SwSh	Ash's Sinnoh Cap Pikachu	All	Online	25	October 9 to November 30, 2020

Unova Cap Pikachu

Games	Event	Language/Region	Location	Level	Distribution period
SM	Unova Cap Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	14	May 31 to June 12, 2017 August 30 to September 11, 2017
SM	Unova Cap Pikachu	American region PAL region Taiwanese region	Online	13	October 10 to 16, 2017
USUM	Unova Cap Pikachu	Japanese region American region PAL region Taiwanese region	Online	13	November 9 to 30, 2018
SwSh	Ash's Unova Cap Pikachu	All	Online	25	October 16 to November 30, 2020

Kalos Cap Pikachu

Games	Event	Language/Region	Location	Level	Distribution period
SM	Kalos Cap Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	17	June 14 to 26, 2017 September 13 to 25, 2017
SM	Kalos Cap Pikachu	American region PAL region Taiwanese region	Online	17	October 17 to 23, 2017
USUM	Kalos Cap Pikachu	Japanese region American region PAL region Taiwanese region	Online	17	November 9 to 30, 2018
SwSh	Ash's Kalos Cap Pikachu	All	Online	25	October 18 to November 30, 2020

Alola Cap Pikachu

Games	Event	Language/Region	Location	Level	Distribution period
SM	Alola Cap Pikachu	Japanese region	Online	20	June 28 to July 17, 2017 September 27 to October 9, 2017
SM	Alola Cap Pikachu	American region PAL region Taiwanese region	Online	19	October 10 to 12, 2017 October 24 to 30, 2017
USUM	Alola Cap Pikachu	Japanese region American region PAL region Taiwanese region	Online	19	November 9 to 30, 2018
SwSh	Ash's Alola Cap Pikachu	All	Online	25	October 23 to November 30, 2020

Partner Cap Pikachu

Games	Event	Language/Region	Location	Level	Distribution period
SwSh	Ash's Partner Cap Pikachu	All	Online	25	September 29 to November 30, 2020

World Cap Pikachu

Games	Event	Language/Region	Location	Level	Distribution period
SwSh	Ash's World Cap Pikachu	All	Online	25	October 30 to November 30, 2020
SwSh	25th Anniversary Film Fest Ash's World Cap Pikachu	All	Online	80	August 11 to September 30, 2022

In-game events

Pikachu

Games	Event	Language	Location	Level	Distribution period
RS E FRLG	Colosseum Pikachu	Japanese	hide	10	November 21, 2003 onwards
DP Pt HGSS	Pokétopia Pikachu	Japanese	hide	10	December 14, 2006 onwards
DP Pt HGSS	Pokétopia Pikachu	English	hide	10	June 25, 2007 onwards
DP Pt HGSS	Pokétopia Pikachu	French	hide	10	July 12, 2007 onwards
DP Pt HGSS	Pokétopia Pikachu	German	hide	10	July 12, 2007 onwards
DP Pt HGSS	Pokétopia Pikachu	Italian	hide	10	July 12, 2007 onwards
DP Pt HGSS	Pokétopia Pikachu	Spanish	hide	10	July 12, 2007 onwards
HOME	HOME Pikachu	Worldwide	hide	5	February 12, 2020 onwards

Partner Cap Pikachu

Games	Event	Language	Location	Level	Distribution period
USUM	Partner Cap Pikachu	Japanese	hide	50	November 17, 2017 onwards
USUM	Partner Cap Pikachu	Taiwanese	hide	50	November 17, 2017 onwards
USUM	Partner Cap Pikachu	American	hide	50	November 17, 2017 onwards
USUM	Partner Cap Pikachu	PAL	hide	50	November 17, 2017 onwards
USUM	Partner Cap Pikachu	Korean	hide	50	December 21, 2017 onwards

Wild Area News

Pikachu

Games	Event	Gigantamax	Location	Level	Distribution period
SwSh	Wild Area News	Yes	hide	17, 30, 40, 50, 60	May 12 to 18, 2020
SwSh	Wild Area News	No	hide	17, 30, 40, 50, 60 60	August 6 to 9, 2020
SwSh	Wild Area News	Yes	hide	60 60	February 27 to 28, 2021

Poké Portal News

Games	Event	Tera Type	Location	Level	Distribution period
SV	Pikachu the Unrivaled	Water	hide	100	February 24 to 27, 2023
SV	Pikachu the Unrivaled	Water	hide	100	July 11 to 25, 2024

Pokémon Global Link promotions

Games	Event	Language	Location	Level	Distribution period
B2W2	Global Link Pikachu	Japanese	PGL	10	September 19, 2012 to January 31, 2013
B2W2	Global Link Pikachu	English	PGL	10	November 9, 2012 to May 30, 2013
B2W2	Global Link Pikachu	French	PGL	10	November 9, 2012 to May 30, 2013
B2W2	Global Link Pikachu	German	PGL	10	November 9, 2012 to May 30, 2013
B2W2	Global Link Pikachu	Italian	PGL	10	November 9, 2012 to May 30, 2013
B2W2	Global Link Pikachu	Spanish	PGL	10	November 9, 2012 to May 30, 2013

Held items

Pokémon caught inGeneration I must be traded to aGeneration II game in order for a held item to appear. InPokémon Yellow, the player gets theLight Ball by trading thePikachu received at the beginning of the game, otherwise the Pikachu will be holding a Berry. InPokéwalker, only Pikachu found inYellow Forest are carrying items.

Games		Held items
Red	Blue	Berry (100%)
Yellow		Berry (100%) Light Ball (Partner Pikachu, 100%)
Gold	Silver	Berry (2%)
Crystal		Berry (2%)
Ruby	Sapphire	Oran Berry (50%) Light Ball (5%)
Emerald
Diamond	Pearl
Platinum
Battle Revolution		Light Ball (100%)
Ranch		Shuca Berry (100%)
HeartGold	SoulSilver	Oran Berry (50%) Light Ball (5%) Yellow Shard (In-game trade, 100%)
Pokéwalker		Shuca Berry (100%) Lum Berry (100%) Sitrus Berry (100%)
Pokéwalker		Leppa Berry (100%) TinyMushroom (100%) Oran Berry (100%)
X	Y	Light Ball (5%)
Omega Ruby	Alpha Sapphire
Sun	Moon
Ultra Sun	Ultra Moon
Sword	Shield
Brilliant Diamond	Shining Pearl
Legends: Arceus		Normal Oran Berry (35%) Spoiled Apricorn (15%) Grit items by level Alpha Exp. Candy M (100%) Seed of Mastery (20%) Grit items by level
Scarlet	Violet	Light Ball (5%)

Stats

Base stats

Generation I-V

Stat		Range
Stat		At Lv. 50	At Lv. 100
HP: 35		95 - 142	180 - 274
Attack: 55		54 - 117	103 - 229
Defense: 30		31 - 90	58 - 174
Sp. Atk: 50		49 - 112	94 - 218
Sp. Def: 40		40 - 101	76 - 196
Speed: 90		85 - 156	166 - 306
Total: 300	Other Pokémon with this total
Minimum stats are calculated with 0EVs,IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hinderingnature. Maximum stats are calculated with 252EVs,IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpfulnature. This Pokémon'sSpecial base stat inGeneration I was50.

Generation VI onward

Stat		Range
Stat		At Lv. 50	At Lv. 100
HP: 35		95 - 142	180 - 274
Attack: 55		54 - 117	103 - 229
Defense: 40		40 - 101	76 - 196
Sp. Atk: 50		49 - 112	94 - 218
Sp. Def: 50		49 - 112	94 - 218
Speed: 90		85 - 156	166 - 306
Total: 320	Other Pokémon with this total
Minimum stats are calculated with 0EVs,IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hinderingnature. Maximum stats are calculated with 252EVs,IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpfulnature.

Partner Pikachu

Stat		Range
Stat		At Lv. 50	At Lv. 100
HP: 45		105 - 320	200 - 431
Attack: 80		76 - 321	148 - 437
Defense: 50		49 - 285	94 - 364
Sp. Atk: 75		72 - 315	139 - 425
Sp. Def: 60		58 - 297	112 - 388
Speed: 120		112 - 370	220 - 533
Total: 430	Other Pokémon with this total
Minimum stats are calculated with 0AVs,IVs of 0, and (if applicable) minimumfriendship and a hinderingnature. Maximum stats are calculated with 200AVs,IVs of 31, and (if applicable) maximumfriendship and a helpfulnature.

Pokéathlon stats

Speed
3/4	★★★☆

Power
3/4	★★★☆

Skill
3/4	★★★☆

Stamina
3/4	★★★☆

Jump
3/4	★★★☆

Total
15/20	★★★☆

Type effectiveness

Under normal battle conditions in Generation IX, this Pokémon is:

Damaged
normally by:

Normal

1×

Fighting

1×

Flying

½×

Poison

1×

Ground

2×

Rock

1×

Bug

1×

Ghost

1×

Steel

½×

Fire

1×

Water

1×

Grass

1×

Electric

½×

Psychic

1×

Ice

1×

Dragon

1×

Dark

1×

Fairy

1×

None

Weak to:

Normal

1×

Fighting

1×

Flying

½×

Poison

1×

Ground

2×

Rock

1×

Bug

1×

Ghost

1×

Steel

½×

Fire

1×

Water

1×

Grass

1×

Electric

½×

Psychic

1×

Ice

1×

Dragon

1×

Dark

1×

Fairy

1×

None

Immune to:

Normal

1×

Fighting

1×

Flying

½×

Poison

1×

Ground

2×

Rock

1×

Bug

1×

Ghost

1×

Steel

½×

Fire

1×

Water

1×

Grass

1×

Electric

½×

Psychic

1×

Ice

1×

Dragon

1×

Dark

1×

Fairy

1×

None

Resistant to:

Normal

1×

Fighting

1×

Flying

½×

Poison

1×

Ground

2×

Rock

1×

Bug

1×

Ghost

1×

Steel

½×

Fire

1×

Water

1×

Grass

1×

Electric

½×

Psychic

1×

Ice

1×

Dragon

1×

Dark

1×

Fairy

1×

None

Notes:

If this Pokémon hasLightning Rod, the effectiveness of Electric-type moves is 0×.

Learnset

Byleveling up

Generation IX

Other generations:
I - II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - VIII

Level	Move	Type	Cat.	Pwr.	Acc.	PP
011	Play Nice	Normal	Status	0000—	00——%	20
011	Sweet Kiss	Fairy	Status	0000—	07575%	10
011	Nuzzle	Electric	Physical	02020	100100%	20
011	Nasty Plot	Dark	Status	0000—	00——%	20
011	Charm	Fairy	Status	0000—	100100%	20
011	Thunder Shock	Electric	Special	04040	100100%	30
011	Tail Whip	Normal	Status	0000—	100100%	30
011	Growl	Normal	Status	0000—	100100%	40
011	Quick Attack	Normal	Physical	04040	100100%	30
044	Thunder Wave	Electric	Status	0000—	09090%	20
088	Double Team	Normal	Status	0000—	00——%	15
1212	Electro Ball	Electric	Special	0000—	100100%	10
1616	Feint	Normal	Physical	03030	100100%	10
2020	Spark	Electric	Physical	06565	100100%	20
2424	Agility	Psychic	Status	0000—	00——%	30
2828	Iron Tail	Steel	Physical	100100	07575%	15
3232	Discharge	Electric	Special	08080	100100%	15
3636	Thunderbolt	Electric	Special	09090	100100%	15
4040	Light Screen	Psychic	Status	0000—	00——%	30
4444	Thunder	Electric	Special	110110	07070%	10

Bold indicates a move that getsSTAB when used by Pikachu
Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Pikachu
Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations

ByTM

Generation IX

Other generations:
I - II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - VIII

	TM	Move	Type	Cat.	Pwr.	Acc.	PP
TM001	TM001	Take Down	Normal	Physical	09090	085}}85%	20
TM002	TM002	Charm	Fairy	Status	0000—	100}}100%	20
TM003	TM003	Fake Tears	Dark	Status	0000—	100}}100%	20
TM004	TM004	Agility	Psychic	Status	0000—	00—}}—%	30
TM007	TM007	Protect	Normal	Status	0000—	00—}}—%	10
TM018	TM018	Thief	Dark	Physical	06060	100}}100%	25
TM019	TM019	Disarming Voice	Fairy	Special	04040	00—}}—%	15
TM020	TM020	Trailblaze	Grass	Physical	05050	100}}100%	20
TM023	TM023	Charge Beam	Electric	Special	05050	090}}90%	10
TM025	TM025	Facade	Normal	Physical	07070	100}}100%	20
TM032	TM032	Swift	Normal	Special	06060	00—}}—%	20
TM037	TM037	Draining Kiss	Fairy	Special	05050	100}}100%	10
TM043	TM043	Fling	Dark	Physical	0000—	100}}100%	10
TM047	TM047	Endure	Normal	Status	0000—	00—}}—%	10
TM048	TM048	Volt Switch	Electric	Special	07070	100}}100%	20
TM050	TM050	Rain Dance	Water	Status	0000—	00—}}—%	5
TM055	TM055	Dig	Ground	Physical	08080	100}}100%	10
TM058	TM058	Brick Break	Fighting	Physical	07575	100}}100%	15
TM066	TM066	Body Slam	Normal	Physical	08585	100}}100%	15
TM068	TM068	Thunder Punch	Electric	Physical	07575	100}}100%	15
TM070	TM070	Sleep Talk	Normal	Status	0000—	00—}}—%	10
TM072	TM072	Electro Ball	Electric	Special	0000—	100}}100%	10
TM074	TM074	Reflect	Psychic	Status	0000—	00—}}—%	20
TM075	TM075	Light Screen	Psychic	Status	0000—	00—}}—%	30
TM081	TM081	Grass Knot	Grass	Special	0000—	100}}100%	20
TM082	TM082	Thunder Wave	Electric	Status	0000—	090}}90%	20
TM085	TM085	Rest	Psychic	Status	0000—	00—}}—%	5
TM096	TM096	Eerie Impulse	Electric	Status	0000—	100}}100%	15
TM103	TM103	Substitute	Normal	Status	0000—	00—}}—%	10
TM122	TM122	Encore	Normal	Status	0000—	100}}100%	5
TM123	TM123	Surf	Water	Special	09090	100}}100%	15
TM126	TM126	Thunderbolt	Electric	Special	09090	100}}100%	15
TM127	TM127	Play Rough	Fairy	Physical	09090	090}}90%	10
TM130	TM130	Helping Hand	Normal	Status	0000—	00—}}—%	20
TM134	TM134	Reversal	Fighting	Physical	0000—	100}}100%	15
TM136	TM136	Electric Terrain	Electric	Status	0000—	00—}}—%	10
TM140	TM140	Nasty Plot	Dark	Status	0000—	00—}}—%	20
TM147	TM147	Wild Charge	Electric	Physical	09090	100}}100%	15
TM166	TM166	Thunder	Electric	Special	110110	070}}70%	10
TM171	TM171	Tera Blast	Normal	Special	08080	100}}100%	10
TM173	TM173	Charge	Electric	Status	0000—	00—}}—%	20
TM181	TM181	Knock Off	Dark	Physical	06565	100}}100%	20
TM192	TM192	Focus Punch	Fighting	Physical	150150	100}}100%	20
TM205	TM205	Endeavor	Normal	Physical	0000—	100}}100%	5
TM211	TM211	Electroweb	Electric	Special	05555	095}}95%	15
TM227	TM227	Alluring Voice	Fairy	Special	08080	100}}100%	10
TM229	TM229	Upper Hand	Fighting	Physical	06565	100}}100%	15

Bold indicates a move that getsSTAB when used by Pikachu
Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution or an alternate form of Pikachu
Click on the generation numbers at the top to see TM moves from other generations

Bybreeding

Generation IX

Other generations:
II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - VIII

Parent	Move	Type	Cat.	Pwr.	Acc.	PP
	Charge	Electric	Status	—	—%	20
	Disarming Voice	Fairy	Special	40	—%	15
	Fake Out	Normal	Physical	40	100%	10
	Flail	Normal	Physical	—	100%	15
	Present	Normal	Physical	—	90%	15
	Tickle	Normal	Status	—	100%	20
*	Volt Tackle	Electric	Physical	120	100%	15
*	Wish	Normal	Status	—	—%	10

Moves marked with an asterisk (*) must bechain bred onto Pikachu
Bold indicates a move that getsSTAB when used by Pikachu
Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Pikachu
Click on the generation numbers at the top to see Egg moves from other generations

By a priorEvolution

Generation IX

Other generations:
I - II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - VIII

Stage	Move	Type	Cat.	Pwr.	Acc.	PP
This Pokémon has no moves exclusive to prior Evolutions.

Bold indicates a move that getsSTAB when used by Pikachu
Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Pikachu
Click on the generation numbers at the top to see moves from other generations

Byevents

Generation IX

Other generations:
I - II - III - IV - V - VI - VII - VIII

Event	Move	Type	Cat.	Pwr.	Acc.	PP
Flying Terastal Pikachu	Fly	Flying	Physical	90	95%	15

A superscript level indicates that Pikachu can learn this move normally in Generation IX
Bold indicates a move that getsSTAB when used by Pikachu
Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Pikachu
Click on the generation numbers at the top to see moves from other generations

TCG-only moves

Move	Card
Scratch	Pikachu (EX Sandstorm 72) Pikachu (Wizards Promo 26) Pikachu (Sample Set 1)
Tackle	Pikachu (Expedition 124)

Animated series-only moves

Move	Type	Episode
Tackle	Normal	The Double Trouble Header
Leer	Normal	Hour of the Houndour

Side game data

Pikachu

Pokémon Pinball

Acquisition: Catch

Pokémon Pinball RS

Acquisition: Catch

Pokémon Trozei!

Rarity: Common

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team

	Body size: 1
	Recruit rate: -19%
	Friend Area:Energetic Forest
Phrases
51%-100% HP	You can depend on my electric attacks!
26%-50% HP	My HP's been halved...
1%-25% HP	I'm beat... My electric shocks are out of power...
Level up	OK! My level went up! Leave it to me!
Partner phrases
51%-100% HP	Let's keep at it, <name>!
26%-50% HP	This is starting to hurt...
1%-25% HP	I can't keep going like this... <name>, help...
Level up	Yes! I leveled up!

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Explorers of Time, Explorers of Darkness, andExplorers of Sky

	Body size: 1
	Recruit rate: 8.2%
	IQ group: D

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon
Gates to Infinity

	Recruit rate (First Time): 0.0%
	Recruit rate (Second Time/Postgame): 1.0%

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon

	Body size: Standard (1 tile) How to Recruit: Talk to inBaram Town Connected to:Zigzagoon Connection Orb Set: 5 (♂)
Phrases
Normal	Pika with a big smile!
Low HP (< 50%)	I'm exhausted, but I can still go on...
Phrases if the hero
Normal	(All right! I'll give it my all!)
Low HP (< 50%)	(This is hard…but I need to hang in there!)
Phrases if the partner
Normal	Let's give it our all!
Low HP (< 50%)	I'm OK… I can take it a little more…

Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon

	Body size: Standard (1 tile) How to Recruit: Talk to inBaram Town Connected to:Lapras Connection Orb Set: 7 (♀)
Phrases
Normal	My cheeks and tail are what others find attractive! ♡
Low HP (< 50%)	I can't take this...
Phrases if the hero
Normal	(All right! I'll give it my all!)
Low HP (< 50%)	(This is hard…but I need to hang in there!)
Phrases if the partner
Normal	Let's give it our all!
Low HP (< 50%)	I'm OK… I can take it a little more…

Pokémon Ranger

Group:

Electric

Poké Assist:

Electric

Field move:

(Recharge ×2)

Loops: 2

Min. exp.: 9

Max. exp.: 9

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Pikachu discharges energy to recharge theStyler's energy.

Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia

Group:

Electric

Poké Assist:

Recharge

Field move:

(Recharge ×3)

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It attacks by blasting electricity from its body.

Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs

Group:

Electric

Poké Assist:
(present)

Recharge

Field move:
(present)

(Recharge ×3)

Poké Assist:
(past)

Electric

Field move:
(past)

(Electrify ×1)

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It restores the Styler Energy.

Pokémon Rumble

Attack	●●
Defense	●
Speed	●●●

Pokémon Rumble Blast

Attack	●●
Defense	●
Speed	●●●

Pokémon Rumble Rush

	Walking Speed: 2.08 seconds	Base HP: 43
	Base Attack: 69	Base Defense: 46	Base Speed: 60

PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure

	PokéPark Pad entry:
	No entry.

Pokémon Conquest

	HP:	★	Move:Thunderbolt
	Attack:	★	Ability 1:Static Ability 2:Celebrate Ability 3:Lightningrod
	Defense:	★
	Speed:	★★★★
	Evolves fromPichu when it has a link of 50% or higher Evolves intoRaichu when itslink is improved while itsWarrior is equipped with aThunderstone
Range: 3	Perfect Links:Akizane,Hanbei, andSōrin

Pokémon Battle Trozei

Electric

Attack Power:

★★★★★

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 130

#016

Paralyze

Leaves the foe paralyzed.

Swappable Skill(s): Unity Power

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 115

#016

Super Bolt

Rarely deals a ton of damage.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 115

#016

Swap++

Sometimes replaces five disruptions with this Pokémon.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 115

#016

Sleep Charm

Leaves the foe asleep.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Cross Attack+

Deals even more damage when making a + shaped match.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Last-Ditch Effort

Increases damage when things are looking desperate.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 115

#016

Mind Zap

Delays your opponent's disruptions.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 115

#016

Flash Mob

Increases damage when there are more Pokémon with the same type in the puzzle area.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Barrier Bash++

Sometimes removes five barrier-type disruptions.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 115

#016

Power of 4+

Deals even more damage when you make a match of four.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 115

#016

Block Smash+

Sometimes clears three unbreakable-block disruptions.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 115

#016

Mega Boost+

Fills the Mega Gauge of the same type of Pokémon more.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Burn

Leaves the foe burned.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Swap++

Sometimes replaces five disruptions with this Pokémon.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Power of 5+

Deals even more damage when you make a match of five.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

L-Boost

Increases damage when making an L-shaped match.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Power of 5+

Deals even more damage when you make a match of five.

Swappable Skill(s): Pyre

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Eject+

Sometimes removes three non-Support Pokémon icons.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Sleep Combo

Increases damage done by combos if the foe is asleep.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Paralysis Combo

Increases damage done by combos if the foe is paralyzed.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Dragon Talon

Sometimes increases damage.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 60 - 105

#016

Dragon Talon

Sometimes increases damage.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Vitality Drain

Damage varies depending on the opponent's remaining HP.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Prank

Sometimes changes when a foe will next disrupt your play.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Downpour

Damage varies depending on the opponent's remaining HP.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

T-Boost

Increases damage when making a T-shaped match.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Three Force

Increases damage when you make a match of three.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Quirky+

Sometimes erases two extra matching Pokémon elsewhere.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Damage Streak

Increases damage when it is triggered in a row.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Counterattack+

Deals even more damage the more disruptions there are.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Calm Down

Delays your opponent's disruptions.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Hitting Streak+

Deals even more damage the more times in a row it is triggered.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Nap Time

Leaves the foe asleep.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 50 - 100

#016

Final Effort

Deals a ton of damage when there are no more moves left.

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 60 - 105

#016

Stabilize+

Sometimes erases two of the foe's disruptions on the board.

Swappable Skill(s): Hyper Bolt

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 60 - 105

#016

Rock Shot

Erases two breakable-rock disruptions and increases damage.

Swappable Skill(s): Hyper Bolt

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 60 - 105

#016

Block Shot

Erases two unbreakable-block disruptions and increases damage.

Swappable Skill(s): Hyper Bolt

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 60 - 105

#016

Barrier Shot

Removes two barrier-type disruptions and increases damage.

Swappable Skill(s): Hyper Bolt

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 60 - 105

#016

Cloud Shot

Clears away two black-cloud disruptions and increases damage.

Swappable Skill(s): Hyper Bolt

Pokémon Shuffle

Electric

Attack Power: 60 - 105

#016

Shot Out

Erases two non-Support Pokémon and increases damage.

Swappable Skill(s): Hyper Bolt

Pokémon GO

Base HP: 111	Base Attack: 112	Base Defense: 96
Egg Distance: N/A*	Buddy Distance: 1 km	Evolution Requirement: 50
Fast Attacks:Thunder Shock,Quick Attack,Present†
Charged Attacks:Discharge,Thunderbolt,Wild Charge*,Surf†,Thunder†

Pokémon: Magikarp Jump

	Friendship Item:Light Ball (Beat the Friend League)	★✰✰✰✰: +0% ★★✰✰✰: +10% (1) ★★★✰✰: +40% (2) ★★★★✰: +100% (5) ★★★★★: +200% (7)
	Skill: Award a little JP
	Recovery time: 1 hour 30 minutes

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	Pikachu build up electricity in their cheek sacs while they sleep. They’re also very curious—you’ll often see one playing at ourresearch camp.

Pokémon Sleep

	Sleep type:Snoozing	Pokémon type:Electric	Points to befriend: 7
	Specialty: Berries	Berry: Grepa Berry ×2	Primary ingredient: Fancy Apple ×1
	Possible ingredients:
	Fancy Apple	Fancy Egg	Warming Ginger
	Main skill: Charge Strength S		Base carry limit: 17
	Increases Snorlax's Strength by 400.		Base carry limit: 17
Evolution requirements:
Pikachu Candy ×80,Thunder Stone ×1
While sleeping, it generates electricity in its cheek sacs. Apparently, it may also discharge electricity while it dozes, as if firing off electric shocks in its dreams.

Curled-Up Sleep	Droopy-Eared Sleep	Electrifying Sleep	Atop-Belly Sleep
★★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★★

Pokémon Sleep

	Sleep type:Snoozing	Pokémon type:Electric	Points to befriend: 7
	Specialty: Berries	Berry: Grepa Berry ×2	Primary ingredient: Fancy Apple ×1
	Possible ingredients:
	Fancy Apple	Fancy Egg	Warming Ginger
	Main skill: Charge Strength S		Base carry limit: 18
	Increases Snorlax's Strength by anywhere from 200 to 800.		Base carry limit: 18
While sleeping, it generates electricity in its cheek sacs. Apparently, it may also discharge electricity while it dozes, as if firing off electric shocks in its dreams.

Curled-Up Sleep	Droopy-Eared Sleep
★★★★★	★★★★★

Pokémon Sleep

	Sleep type:Snoozing	Pokémon type:Electric	Points to befriend: 7
	Specialty: Skills	Berry: Grepa Berry ×1	Primary ingredient: Fancy Apple ×1
	Possible ingredients:
	Fancy Apple	Fancy Egg	Warming Ginger
	Main skill: Dream Shard Magnet S		Base carry limit: 20
	Obtain 240 Dream Shards.		Base carry limit: 20
While sleeping, it generates electricity in its cheek sacs. Apparently, it may also discharge electricity while it dozes, as if firing off electric shocks in its dreams.

Curled-Up Sleep	Gift-Giving Sleep
★★★★★	★★★★★

Pokémon Sleep

	Sleep type:Snoozing	Pokémon type:Electric	Points to befriend: 7
	Specialty: Berries	Berry: Grepa Berry ×2	Primary ingredient: Fancy Apple ×1
	Possible ingredients:
	Fancy Apple	Fancy Egg	Warming Ginger
	Main skill: Charge Strength S		Base carry limit: 18
	Increases Snorlax's Strength by anywhere from 200 to 800.		Base carry limit: 18
While sleeping, it generates electricity in its cheek sacs. Apparently, it may also discharge electricity while it dozes, as if firing off electric shocks in its dreams.

Curled-Up Sleep	Droopy-Eared Sleep
★★★★★	★★★★★

Costumes in Pokémon GO

Holiday hat	Party hat	Original Cap	Halloween hat	Summer-style

H.F. Custom cap	Flower crown	Detective hat	Straw hat	Mimikyu costume

Beanie	Party hat	Clone	Safari hat	Flower hat

Charizard hat	Umbreon hat	Rayquaza hat	Lucario hat	World Cap

Explorer	Winter Carnival	New Year's hat	Meloetta hat	Halloween Mischief

Kariyushi shirt	Gracidea flower	Pokémon TCG hat	Shaymin Scarf	Cake Costume

World Championships 2022	Green T-shirt (Berry)	Purple T-shirt (Flower)	Party top hat	Brendan's hat

May's bow	Cherry blossoms	Blue T-shirt (Citrus)	Amethyst crown	Quartz crown

Pyrite crown	Malachite crown	Aquamarine crown	World Championships 2023	Tricks & Treats

Holiday outfit	Lucas's Hat	Dawn's Hat	Rei's cap	Akari's kerchief

Batik shirt	Captain Pikachu	Sun crown	Moon crown	World Championships 2024

Saree	Hilbert's Hat	Hilda's Hat	Nate's Visor	Rosa's Visor

Kurta	Formal with red accents	Formal with blue accents	Formal with yellow accents	Dapper with red accents

Dapper with blue accents	Dapper with yellow accents

Pikachu Libre

Pokémon GO

Base HP: 111	Base Attack: 112	Base Defense: 96
Egg Distance: N/A	Buddy Distance: 1 km	Evolution Requirement: N/A
Fast Attacks:Thunder Shock,Charm
Charged Attacks:Flying Press,Thunder Punch,Play Rough

Pikachu Pop Star

Pokémon GO

Base HP: 111	Base Attack: 112	Base Defense: 96
Egg Distance: N/A	Buddy Distance: 1 km	Evolution Requirement: N/A
Fast Attacks:Thunder Shock,Charm
Charged Attacks:Draining Kiss,Thunder Punch,Play Rough

Pikachu Rock Star

Pokémon GO

Base HP: 111	Base Attack: 112	Base Defense: 96
Egg Distance: N/A	Buddy Distance: 1 km	Evolution Requirement: N/A
Fast Attacks:Thunder Shock,Charm
Charged Attacks:Meteor Mash,Thunder Punch,Play Rough

Flying Pikachu

Pokémon GO

Base HP: 111	Base Attack: 112	Base Defense: 96
Egg Distance: N/A	Buddy Distance: 1 km	Evolution Requirement: N/A
Fast Attacks:Thunder Shock,Quick Attack
Charged Attacks:Discharge,Thunderbolt,Wild Charge,Fly

Costumes in Pokémon GO

Okinawa exclusive	Green balloons	Purple balloons	Orange balloons	Red balloons

Pokémon GO

Base HP: 111	Base Attack: 112	Base Defense: 96
Egg Distance: N/A	Buddy Distance: 1 km	Evolution Requirement: N/A
Fast Attacks:Thunder Shock,Quick Attack.Present†
Charged Attacks:Discharge,Thunderbolt,Wild Charge,Fly

Shaymin scarf Pikachu

Pokémon GO

Base HP: 111	Base Attack: 112	Base Defense: 96
Egg Distance: N/A	Buddy Distance: 1 km	Evolution Requirement: N/A
Fast Attacks:Thunder Shock,Quick Attack
Charged Attacks:Discharge,Thunderbolt,Wild Charge,Grass Knot†

Pikachu Ph. D

Pokémon GO

Base HP: 111	Base Attack: 112	Base Defense: 96
Egg Distance: N/A	Buddy Distance: 1 km	Evolution Requirement: N/A
Fast Attacks:Thunder Shock,Quick Attack
Charged Attacks:Discharge,Thunderbolt,Wild Charge,Thunder Punch

Gigantamax Pikachu

Pokémon GO

File:GO0025GMax.png	Base HP:	Base Attack:	Base Defense:
	Egg Distance: N/A	Buddy Distance: 1 km	Evolution Requirement: N/A
	Fast Attacks: Unknown
	Charged Attacks:G-Max Volt Crash

Form data

Pikachu has sixteen additional forms that fall into four groups:Cosplay Pikachu,Pikachu in a cap, thepartner Pikachu, andGigantamax Pikachu. All forms except the partner Pikachu are recognized by an in-game Pokédex; partner Pikachu has only been named in promotional materials.^[3]

Cosplay Pikachu

Cosplay Pikachu is the base form of a group of six interchangeable forms exclusive toPokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. It is afemale Pikachu who has a black, heart-shaped mark at the end of its tail, obtained from aPokémon Breeder after the player takes part in their firstPokémon Contest Spectacular. Cosplay Pikachu can change forms by dressing up in different costumes corresponding to each of the fivecontest conditions (Coolness,Beauty,Cuteness,Cleverness, andToughness); each form also automatically learns amove that Pikachu otherwise could not learn. Cosplay Pikachu can change or remove its costume at anyContest Hall, forgetting the move it learned with the last costume (if it still knows it) and learning the move from the new costume (if applicable). If Cosplay Pikachu removes its costume while the only move it knows is the move tied to its costume, it learnsThunder Shock.

Unlike other Pikachu, Cosplay Pikachu cannotevolve orbreed. It also cannot betraded via theGTS orWonder Trade. Additionally, as it is not present in any games besides Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, Cosplay Pikachu cannot be deposited intoPokémon Bank, and it does not register as a separate form in Pokémon Bank'sPokédex, despite it registering separately in the Pokédex of Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.

No costume

Cosplay Pikachu

Pikachu
Electric

↔

Knows
Meteor Mash

Pikachu Rock Star
Cool

Pikachu
Electric

↔

Knows
Icicle Crash

Pikachu Belle
Beautiful

Pikachu
Electric

↔

Knows
Draining Kiss

Pikachu Pop Star
Cute

Pikachu
Electric

↔

Knows
Electric Terrain

Pikachu, Ph.D.
Clever

Pikachu
Electric

↔

Knows
Flying Press

Pikachu Libre
Tough

Pikachu
Electric

Pikachu in a cap

Pikachu in a cap are eightevent-exclusive, non-interchangeable forms of Pikachu that debuted inPokémon Sun and Moon. LikeAsh's Pikachu, these Pikachu are alwaysmale, and they cannotevolve orbreed. They are also able to use the event-exclusiveZ-Crystal Pikashunium Z and its correspondingZ-Move 10,000,000 Volt Thunderbolt. Theircries differ from that of regular Pikachu. They are not present inPokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!,Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, orPokémon Legends: Arceus.

Six variants exist in Pokémon Sun and Moon, one for each ofAsh's hats from theoriginal series toPokémon the Series: Sun & Moon. A seventh variant debuted inPokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, wearing the Partner Cap, Ash's hat fromPokémon the Movie: I Choose You!. An eighth variant debuted in the Version 1.2.0 update ofPokémon Sword and Shield, wearing the World Cap, Ash's hat fromPokémon Journeys: The Series.

The original six Pikachu in a cap were distributed viaserial codes in Pokémon Sun and Moon in celebration of the 20thPokémon movie, and by extension, the 20th anniversary ofPokémon the Series. Partner Cap Pikachu was distributed in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon via aQR Code that can bescanned. All eight Pikachu in a cap (including World Cap Pikachu) were distributed via serial codes in Pokémon Sword and Shield to commemorate the TV show'stimeslot change to Fridays in Japan; uniquely, the Pikachu from this distribution can learnVolt Tackle from theMove Reminder.

Original Cap	Hoenn Cap	Sinnoh Cap	Unova Cap	Kalos Cap	Alola Cap	Partner Cap	World Cap

Partner Pikachu

Thepartner Pikachu has a separateinternal index from standard Pikachu. This allows it to have higherbase stats than wild Pikachu.

The partner Pikachu is not differentiated from standard Pikachu inPokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!'s Pokédex, and it cannot be transferred out of the games.

Partner Pikachu

Gigantamax

Gigantamax Pikachu can only be obtained through special methods, and theGigantamax Factor cannot bebred.

Gigantamax Factor

Pikachu

Pikachu
Electric

Dynamax Band

↔

Lasts for three turns

Gigantamax
Pikachu

Pikachu
Electric

Evolution data

Cosplay Pikachu,Pikachu in a cap, thepartner Pikachu, and Pikachu with theGigantamax Factor cannot evolve. ThePikachu received at the beginning ofPokémon Yellow will refuse to evolve into Raichu unless it is traded and evolved on another save file.

Baby form

Pichu
Electric

Breed
←

Level up with
highfriendship
→

First Evolution

Pikachu
Electric

Thunder Stone
outside ofAlola
↗

Second Evolution

Raichu
Electric

Thunder Stone
inAlola
↘

Second Evolution

Raichu
Alolan Form
Electric Psychic

Sprites

Generation I

Red	Green	Red	Blue	Yellow

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Generation II

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Generation III

Ruby	Sapphire	Emerald		FireRed	LeafGreen


Front	Back	Front	Back	Front	Back

Generation IV

Diamond	Pearl	Platinum		HeartGold	SoulSilver




Front	Back	Front	Back	Front	Back

Generation V

Black	White	Black 2	White 2




Front	Back	Front	Back

Generation VI

X	Y	Omega Ruby	Alpha Sapphire





Front	Back
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Generation VII


Sun	Moon	Ultra Sun	Ultra Moon




Front	Back	Front	Back

Let's Go, Pikachu!		Let's Go, Eevee!

Generation VIII

Sword	Shield




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Other sprites


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In animation

Captain Pikachu inPokémon Horizons: The Series

Main series

Major appearances

Ash's Pikachu

Ash has a Pikachu that he obtained fromProfessor Oak inPokémon - I Choose You!, the first episode ofPokémon the Series, which also marked its debut. He was the signature Pokémon of the animated series from theoriginal series toPokémon Journeys: The Series and appeared in almost every non-special episode and everyPokémon movie released throughout that point. InThe Climb to Be the Very Best!, he was revealed to be capable ofGigantamaxing. He alwaysremains outside of hisPoké Ball.

Pikachutwo

InMewtwo Strikes Back,Mewtwo cloned Ash's Pikachu. This Pikachu can be distinguished from Ash's due to the spikes in the black marks found on the tips of its ears. It is also comparatively more aggressive than Ash's Pikachu and slurs its speech, defects possibly caused by Ash tampering with Mewtwo's cloning machine during the cloning process. It reappeared in the sequel specialMewtwo Returns and the remake movieMewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution.

Puka

A Pikachunicknamed Puka was owned byVictor onSeafoam Island inThe Pi-Kahuna. This blue-eyed Pikachu saved Ash from drowning by having the ability to sense tidal waves approaching.

Sparky

Ritchie has a Pikachu nicknamed Sparky, who debuted inA Friend In Deed. Sparky, unlike most Pikachu, has a tuft of fur on the top of its head, and, unlike Ash's Pikachu, has no problem with living inside a Poké Ball.

Ashachu

Ash wasturned into a Pikachu inHocus Pokémon by a Pokémon magician namedLily. He reverted to his human form at the beginning ofthe next episode.

Cosplay Pikachu

All of the Cosplay Pikachu appeared inLights! Camera! Pika!, under the ownership ofFrank. They reappeared inHoopa and the Clash of Ages, where they were all summoned byHoopa as part of a prank on Ash and his Pikachu.

Ash's Pikachu (M20)

TheAsh Ketchum of the alternate continuity introduced inI Choose You! has a Pikachu of his own. Like the Pikachu of the main series, this Pikachu was his first Pokémon and his main partner, almost always remaining outside of his Poké Ball.

Goh's Pikachu

Goh caught a Pikachu inGotta Catch a What?!. She, along with a few others of her kind, later evolved into Raichu during the episode.

Captain Pikachu

InThe Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two), a Pikachu nicknamed Captain Pikachu appeared under the ownership ofFriede.

Other

InPikachu's Goodbye, many wild Pikachu appear and Ash's Pikachu wants to play with them. Eventually, Ash tries to release him thinking it'd be best for Pikachu to be with his own kind, but he refused to leave Ash's side.

InThe Ultimate Test,James used a Pikachu in thePokémon League Admissions Exam, but it was defeated by theinstructor'sGraveler. After interfering with a battleAsh was having with the instructor, James later tried to steal this Pikachu, only for it to zap James instead, as instructed by its instructor.

InPokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Go-Getters Out of the Gate!, a Pikachu was kidnapped by aSkarmory. As a result,Team Go-Getters set out to rescue him as their first mission. Pikachu provided them with some items in the battle.

InBWS01,Ayumi's female Pikachu was trained on how to properly useThunderbolt with the help ofCilan andStunfisk.

AMirror World Pikachu appeared inThe Cave of Mirrors!, under the ownership ofMirror Ash. Unlike his regular world counterpart, Mirror Pikachu is a mischievous roughneck.

InLights! Camera! Pika!,Frank has multiple Pikachu that would participate in his filmmaking endeavors.

InHoopa and the Clash of Ages, multiple Pikachu were summoned byHoopa as part of a prank on Ash and his Pikachu, though the prank failed. They were then returned to their original locations with the help of Ash's Pikachu, who coordinated them into Hoopa's portals.

InBattling at Full Volume!,Jimmy's Pikachu, nicknamed Spike, was used in a battle against Ash's Pikachu. Since Ash was ill,Serena took his place, unbeknownst to Jimmy and Spike. However, the match was interrupted by Team Rocket, who captured Spike, but Spike was promptly saved.

InA Plethora of Pikachu!,Pikala has multiple Pikachu. One of them was nicknamed Curly, while another that isShiny was nicknamed the Boss. The Boss reappeared in a flashback inBeauty is Only Crystal Deep!. InBattle Royal 151!, another one of Pikala's Pikachu, nicknamed Bolt, competed in theBattle Royal round of theManalo Conference. It defeated aMagikarp andPyukumuku, but ended up losing toJessie's Mimikyu.

Multiple Pikachu appeared inGotta Catch a What?!. Several of them evolved into Raichu using the Thunder Stones they dug up.

A Pikachu owned byAlternate World Ash appeared inShowdown at the Gates of Warp!.

Minor appearances

InPokémon Emergency!,Nurse Joy has multiple Pikachu, all of whom helped Ash's own Pikachu defeatTeam Rocket and send them blasting off for the first time. They reappeared in a flashback inPikachu's Goodbye.

Multiple Pikachu appeared inBattle Aboard the St. Anne.

In a flashback inPokémon Double Trouble,Travis's motherLuana temporarily mistook Ash for Travis when she saw Pikachu on Ash's shoulder, since Travis has a Pikachu of his own.

A Pikachu appeared inBrock's demonstration inA Bite to Remember, where it evolved into aRaichu.

InLights, Camerupt, Action!, a Pikachu appeared in two ofElijah's movies.Red's Pikachu was featured in a film that Ash and Gary were watching when they were younger. In a different movie that Ash andhis friends were watching at the time the episode was taking place, another Pikachu helpedPlusle andMinun on their mission to rescue PrincessKirlia from the evilExploud.

InLucario and the Mystery of Mew, a Pikachu was one ofMew'stransformations.

InCooking up a Sweet Story!,Abigail's Pikachu, nicknamed Sugar, went missing prior to the events of the episode. As a result, Ash's Pikachu had to fill in for it so that its owner would have the confidence to win a cooking competition. At the end of the episode, Sugar returned, whereupon it was revealed to have evolved into a Raichu.

A Pikachu appeared in flashbacks inThe Keystone Pops!, under the ownership of anAura Guardian.

Volkner's Raichu was seen as a Pikachu during flashbacks of his childhood inFlint Sparks the Fire!.

A Pikachu appeared inClemont's demonstration inTo Catch a Pokémon Smuggler!, where it evolved into a Raichu using aThunder Stone.

A Pikachu appeared inDiancie and the Cocoon of Destruction, under the ownership ofUschi.

A Pikachu appeared in a fantasy inNow You See Them, Now You Don't!.

A Pikachu appeared in a fantasy inShowering the World with Love!.

InSecuring the Future!, aTrainer's Pikachu joined the rest ofAlola in showeringNecrozma with light so it could return to itsnormal form.

InBattle Royal 151!, a Trainer's Pikachu competed in theBattle Royal preliminary round of theManalo Conference but ended up losing.

Multiple Pikachu appeared inDistant Blue Sky!.

Multiple Pikachu wearing hats matchingCaptain Pikachu's hat appeared in a bonus scene aired withHZ042. This scene was not dubbed into English.

Female Pikachu
Shiny Pikachu
Set of Cosplay Pikachu
Original Cap Pikachu
Alola Cap Pikachu
Partner Cap Pikachu
World Cap Pikachu
Gigantamax Pikachu

Pokédex entries

Episode	Pokémon	Source	Entry
DP002	Pikachu	Dawn's Pokédex	Pikachu, the Mouse Pokémon. It can generate electric attacks from the electric pouches located in both of its cheeks.

Episode	Pokémon	Source	Entry
BW001	Pikachu	Trip's Pokédex	Pikachu, the Mouse Pokémon, and the evolved form ofPichu. Pikachu's tail is sometimes struck by lightning as it raises it to check its surroundings.
BW093	Pikachu	Cameron's Pokédex	Pikachu, the Mouse Pokémon, and the evolved form of Pichu. Pikachu can help other Pikachu who are feeling weak by sharing its electric current.

Episode	Pokémon	Source	Entry
SM003	Pikachu	Rotom Pokédex	Pikachu, the Mouse Pokémon. AnElectric type. It raises its tail to sense its surroundings. If you pull on its tail, it will bite.

Episode	Pokémon	Source	Entry
JN035	Pikachu	Goh's Rotom Phone	Pikachu, the Mouse Pokémon. AnElectric type. Pikachu have pouches on their cheeks that can store electricity, which they release if threatened. Male and female Pikachu havedifferently shaped tails.

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon Animated Shorts

A female appeared in thePokémon Mystery Dungeon Animated Shorts as the protagonist along with anOshawott.

Pokémon Origins

Red's Pikachu

Red caught a Pikachu inFile 4: Charizard.

Other

InFile 1: Red, a Pikachu was one of the Pokémon seen inProfessor Oak's introduction.

Pokémon Generations

Red's Pikachu

Red caught a Pikachu inViridian Forest inThe Adventure. He then proceeded to travel though multipleregions with it, facing many strong opponents along the way.

Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer

Two Pikachu appeared in thePokémon Masters Animated Trailer, with one under the ownership ofScottie and the other under the ownership ofBettie. Scottie's Pikachu participated in a battle againstErika, aBeauty, and aLass; while Bettie's Pikachu participated in a battle againstSkyla,Flint, andAcerola.

Pokémon: Twilight Wings

A Pikachu appeared inLetter.

A Pikachu appeared inBuddy, under the ownership of aSchoolboy.

POKÉTOON

A Pikachu appeared inThe Pancham Who Wants to Be a Hero, where it was trapped in a cave.

InBlossom's Dream,Blossom attempted to catch a Pikachu, but failed.

A Pikachu appeared inPT15, as one of the many Pokémon angered by Akira'sCapsakid's spicy bite.

GOTCHA!

A Pikachu appeared inGOTCHA!, under the ownership of a boy.

Pokémon Evolutions

ThroughoutPokémon Evolutions, two Pikachu wearing the hats of theplayer characters from thegeneration featured in the episode appeared.

InThe Champion, they woreVictor andGloria's hats and appeared inWyndon Stadium, cheering on the battle between Victor andLeon.
InThe Eclipse, they woreElio andSelene's hats and appeared playing with some children.
InThe Visionary, they woreCalem andSerena's hats and appeared nearLysandre andDiantha while they were having a conversation.
InThe Plan, they woreHilbert andHilda's hats and appeared under the ownership of a Trainer who was listening toGhetsis's speech inAccumula Town.
InThe Rival, they woreLucas andDawn's hats and appeared in the reception hall of theBattle Tower.
InThe Wish, they woreBrendan andMay's hats and appeared inPacifidlog Town, watching the battle between May'sMega Rayquaza andZinnia's MegaSalamence.
InThe Show, they woreEthan andLyra's hats and appeared under the ownership ofTrainers watching theKimono Girls' performance inEcruteak City.
InThe Discovery, they woreChase andElaine's hats and appeared inPallet Town.

InThe Eclipse, a Pikachu was briefly seen in a flashback, frozen inLusamine's trophy room.

InThe Discovery, a femalepartner Pikachu wearing the Sportswear appeared under the ownership of Elaine.

Bidoof's Big Stand

A Pikachu appeared in the intro toBidoof's Big Stand.

A Ripple in Time

A Pikachu based onAsh's Pikachu has a prominent role inA Ripple in Time along with an alternate version ofAsh.

The Journey of One Dream

Pikachu plays an important role inThe Journey of One Dream as one of the many Pokémon featured in Dominic's games. In the short's final battle, Pikachu is used by Dominic in the final battle against aMewtwo.

Biri-Biri

A Pikachu briefly appeared as a silhouette in the music video forBiri-Biri, under the ownership ofAnna.

In the manga

Pokémon Adventures

Major appearances

Pika

Pikachu debuted inWanted: Pikachu!, where it was stealing food inPewter City. The townsfolk kept chasing him around, but ended up getting shocked by him.Red arrived and caught him, ending the chaos. Although extremely disobedient at first, even prone to regularly electrocuting his owner, the two eventually got over this enmity, and this Pikachu, nicknamed "Pika", became one of his most loyal and trusted fighters, being used in almost every major battle Red has had.

Pika served onYellow's team while Red missing during this chapter, before being returned to him. During his time with Yellow, Pika learned how toSurf.

Chuchu

InTyranitar War, Yellow was revealed to have obtained her own Pikachu, nicknamed "Chuchu". While staying at thePokémon Day-Care with Pika, the two Pikachu ended up producing an Egg, which later hatched intoGold'sPichu,Pibu.

Cosplay Pikachu

Five Pikachu appeared inSalamence Evolves, where they each wear the five costumes available for theCosplay Pikachu: Pikachu Rock Star, Pikachu Belle, Pikachu Pop Star, Pikachu Ph.D., and Pikachu Libre. Lisia revealed toChaz thatRuby created the concept of Pokémon wearing costumes forContests. Noticeably, some of these Cosplay Pikachu were male. They reappeared in a flashback inSlowbro Has an Idea.

Other

Hau's Pichu evolved into Pikachu prior toShock!! Father in the Pendant!.

A Pikachu appeared inGulp!! Gulp Pokémon, having been swallowed by aCramorant. It reappeared inPASS40 andPASS41, where it hadGigantamaxed due to theDarkest Day.

A female Pikachu appeared inSpeeding! Paldea's Prince of Speed!!, underScarlet's ownership. She was shown to be able toTerastallize into aFlying type.

Minor appearances

A Pikachu appeared as a silhouette whenGreen talked aboutMew inThe Jynx Jinx.

InJust a Spearow Carrier, a Pikachu appeared with itsTrainer atIndigo Plateau. It noticeably had a flower by its ear.

A Pikachu appeared inThe Kindest Tentacruel as one of the Pokémon in Yellow's fantasy aboutEvolution viaEvolution stone.

A Pikachu appeared inCan You Diglett? as a silhouette whenAgatha andLorelei explained to Red about how Pokémon and people can't coexist with each other.

A Pikachu appeared in a fantasy ofProfessor Elm's explanation ofPokémon Eggs inTeddiursa's Picnic.

A Pikachu appeared inUrsaring Major in a fantasy of Silver when he explained the vital points of Pokémon.

Two Pikachu owned by a pair ofPoké Fans appeared inOh, It's Ho-Oh!, going towards Indigo Plateau.

A Pikachu appeared in a fantasy inPokémon Ranger the Comic: Double Mission Episode One.

A Pikachu appeared inSuffering Psyduck.

Multiple Pikachu were among theElectric-type Pokémon that charged thePrism Tower during a blackout inPangoro Poses a Problem.

A Trainer's Pikachu appeared inThe Decision and the Tournament of Six.

Female Pikachu in thePokémon Adventures
A group of Cosplay Pikachu in Pokémon Adventures
Gigantamax Pikachu in the Pokémon Adventures
Terastal Pikachu in the Pokémon Adventures

Pokédex entries

Manga	Chapter	Entry
Pokémon Adventures	PS004	When several of these Pokémon gather, their electricity could build up and cause lightning storms. Forest dwellers, they are few in number and exceptionally rare. The pouches in their cheeks discharge electricity at their opponents. The Pikachu are believed to be highly intelligent.

Pokémon Pocket Monsters

Main article:Red's Pikachu (Pocket Monsters)

Pikachu is one of the main characters inPokémon Pocket Monsters and its sequels. It was the second Pokémon thatRed caught on his own, but the first he kept.

Pikachu is one of the few Pokémon in the manga that cannot speak human language. He is the cousin ofClefairy and is considered the smarter of the two.

InClefairy Evolves... At Last?!, Pikachu evolved intoRaichu, but he has sincedevolved back to the Pikachu stage.

Yellow has a Pikachu of his own, which debuted inThe Fake Pikachu!!.

The Electric Tale of Pikachu

Main article:Ash's Pikachu (EToP)

Ash's Pikachu is a main character inThe Electric Tale of Pikachu, an adaptation ofPokémon the Series. Ash discovered it under the floorboards at his home, where it was chewing on wires to eat the electricity. After catching it, Ash decided to make it hisfirst Pokémon.

Sparky,Ritchie's Pikachu, first appeared inWelcome to the Big Leagues. In this manga, itsnickname is translated as "Chuchino".

Pokédex entries

Manga	Chapter	Entry
The Electric Tale of Pikachu	ET01	An electric mouse Pokémon. Habitat: Forests and woodlands Diet: Mainly fruit Distinguishing features: Has an electric generator on each cheek. Beware of electrocution!

Magical Pokémon Journey and Pokémon Chamo-Chamo ☆ Pretty ♪

Main article:Pikachu (MPJ)

Pikachu is a main character inMagical Pokémon Journey. He is the first Pokémon befriended byHazel, debuting inHow Do You Do, Pikachu?. Pikachu is one of the few Pokémon in Magical Pokémon Journey that cannot speak human language, although the others seem to understand him. He is described as rather scatterbrained at times. Pikachu returns as a main character inPokémon Chamo-Chamo ☆ Pretty ♪, the sequel to the Magical Pokémon Journey series.

Ash's Pikachu also makes a cameo appearance in bonus chapters at the end of every volume of the Magical Pokémon Journey manga.

Pokémon Zensho

Satoshi caught a Pikachu inPZ02. It later evolved into a Raichu inPZ10.

Pokémon: Yeah! I Got Pokémon!

Main article:Shu's Pikachu

Shu's first Pokémon was a Pikachu that he found abandoned in the forest.

A female Pikachu appeared inGDZ40, under the ownership of a male Trainer.

A Pikachu appeared inGDZ61.

How I Became a Pokémon Card

A story calledAkari and Pikachu's Birthday is featured in thefinal volume ofHow I Became a Pokémon Card.

Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys

Main article:Gold's Pikachu

Gold owns a Pikachu, which was later revealed to have originally belonged toEusine before he sent itback in time withBill'sTime Capsule.

Pokémon Newspaper Strip

Ash's Pikachu was the main character in the short-livedPokémon Newspaper Strip.

Ash & Pikachu

Main article:Ash's Pikachu

Ash's Pikachu is a starring character inAsh & Pikachu, a manga adaptation ofPokémon the Series based on Ash's adventures inJohto,Hoenn, andBattle Frontier.

Pokémon Battle Frontier

A Pikachu appeared inAim for the Top!.

A Pikachu appeared inBattle Between Student and Master!.

A Pikachu appeared inIntroducing the Frontier Brains!, where it was seen in a picture taken byAnabel.

Pocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl

Main article:Ash's Pikachu

Ash's Pikachu appeared inPocket Monsters Diamond & Pearl.

Pokémon Battrio: Aim to be Battrio Master!

A Pikachu appeared inABM02.

Pocket Monsters HeartGold & SoulSilver Go! Go! Pokéathlon

A Pikachu appeared inPocket Monsters HeartGold & SoulSilver Go! Go! Pokéathlon.

Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure

Main article:Red's Pikachu

Red's Pikachu debuted as a silhouette alongside its Trainer inJBA5. It then physically debuted inJBA6.

Pokémon + Nobunaga's Ambition ~ Ranse's Color Picture Scroll ~

A Pikachu appeared inPNA3, under the ownership ofHanbei.

Pokémon Horizon

A Trainer's Pikachu appeared in a fantasy inJourney to a New Horizon.

A Pikachu appeared in a fantasy inThe Power of Teamwork.

Pokémon Journeys

Main article:Ash's Pikachu

Ash's Pikachu appeared inPokémon Journeys.

In the TCG

Main article:Pikachu (TCG)

Pikachu manages to find its way into many of the expansions, causing there to be 218 known non-reprint Pokémon cards featuring Pikachu. There are also various Trainer cards with Pikachu in the card's artwork too, including the very sought-after tournament promos such asNo.1 Trainer.

The first Pikachu that appeared in the TCG wasPikachu in theBase Set (which was reprinted inBase Set 2 and inPOP Series 2 with different artwork). It was followed inthe next set by anotherPikachu (which was also reprinted in theLegendary Collection). The third Pikachu card released was the first-ever Englishpromo card,Pikachu. The original Base Set Pikachu was also released as a special promotional card atE3.

In the early days of the TCG, several notable errors were made regarding the Pikachu cards. The Base Set Pikachu was released with altered artwork at first, depicting it with red cheeks, instead of the original yellow. While this matchedKen Sugimori's artwork, the yellow color on its cheeks was intentional by the artist, who depicted Pikachu usingThunderShock. This error appeared in both the E3 promotional version and the normal Base Set release. A second error was made in the production of Jungle set booster packs, which, instead of the Jungle set's Pikachu, sometimes contained first edition versions of the Pikachu that was released as a promo card.

Pikachu has also been featured on a number of TCGcoins, with one being included with the English and European languages-onlyBase Set 2. This coin was also featured in thePokémon Play It! PC game. A Pikachu coin is also featured in theGame Boy gamePokémon Trading Card Game, and is one of the coins that can be obtained inPokémon Trading Card Game 2: The Invasion of Team GR!, where it is given byIsaac to winners of theLightning Club.

In the TFG

Two Pikachu figures have been released.

Other appearances

Pokkén Tournament

Main article:Pikachu (Pokkén)

Main article:Pikachu Libre (Pokkén)

Pikachu is a Battle Pokémon in Pokkén Tournament. His moveset includes electrical attacks the species uses in the main games, includingThunderbolt,Electro Ball, andThunder. During Synergy Burst, he can use the Burst Attack Volt Shock Fist. Several of his attacks and victory poses are directly taken fromHeihachi andKazuya Mishima's movesets from theTekken series.

Pikachu overwhelms opponents with powerful electric shocks and quick movements.^[4]

Pikachu Libre was first announced alongside theWii U port of the game. She was later released as an additional fighter on the original arcade version.

Pikachu Libre, a wrestling idol, is a small masked fighter overflowing with fighting spirit.

Pikachu and Eliana in The Strength of Lightning

Super Smash Bros.

Main article:Pikachu (Super Smash Bros.)

Detective Pikachu

Detective Pikachu stars aPikachu that iscapable of speaking the human language, but only the player characterTim Goodman is capable of hearing him. Much likeMeowth fromPokémon the Series, he is incapable of using moves that most Pikachu are capable of using. This Pikachu also really loves to drink coffee. Early on in the game, a regular Pikachu also briefly appears.

Pokémon UNITE

Main article:Pikachu (UNITE)

Pikachu is playable through obtaining a Unite License. It is a ranged attacker.

The Strength of the Lightning

The Brazilian music videoThe Strength of the Lightning features a stop motion animated Pikachu. This Pikachu is also shown later as a live action actor with a full-body costume.

Celestial

Pikachu appeared in the music video forCelestial. It is also featured in the single cover for the song.

Trivia

Pikachu and its evolved form both share theircategory withRattata,Raticate,Sandshrew,Sandslash,Pawmi, andPawmo. They are all known as the Mouse Pokémon, though Rattata and Raticate were originally called the Rat Pokémon prior toGeneration III.
Veronica Taylor has said Pikachu is her favoritePokémon.Sarah Natochenny has as well, shared withMew.
Pikachu is the only Pokémon that serves as theplayer's first Pokémon in thecore series games that has a pre-evolved form. However,Pichu (its pre-evolved form) does not exist in either game in which it fills this role.
Pikachu has the mostevent-exclusivemoves available to it.
Pikachu is the only Pokémon with two exclusiveZ-Moves.
When starting anew game inPokémon Yellow, Pikachu's front sprite appears with a slightly differentcolor palette (the palette index number 0x10) than usual when it is introduced byProfessor Oak. This is the same red/yellow palette used forMew,Mewtwo, andJynx (except theVirtual Console Jynx), as well as the battle sprites of allPokémon Trainers.
- Due to the color palette used at the start of Pokémon Yellow, Pikachu has red cheeks (in theGame Boy Color) or pink cheeks (in theSuper Game Boy). However, in this game's normal gameplay, Pikachu has dark orange cheeks instead.
InPokémon Yellow and fromGeneration VI toBrilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, Pikachu uses itsanimated seriescry (voiced byIkue Otani). Before Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!, it was the only Pokémon to do so in the core series games.
- Its battle cry differs from status or Pokédex screens.
- ThePikachu received at the beginning ofPokémon Yellow has uniquevoice clips inPokémon Stadium andStadium 2.
- InPokémon Legends: Arceus andPokémon Scarlet and Violet, it uses an updated version of its original cry, like other Pokémon.
Pikachu is the only core series first partner Pokémon that does not have a 7:1 gender ratio.
Pokémon Black, White,Black 2, and White 2 are the only core series games in which Pikachu cannot be obtained without transporting or through an event.
Pikachu is the only not fully evolved Pokémon whosebase stats increased in Generation VI, as well as the only Pokémon to receive more than one stat increase: Defense and Special Defense.
Pikachu is the 25th Pokémon in both theNational Pokédex andAlola Pokédex inPokémon Sun and Moon.
In the JapanesePokémon Stadium, Pikachu is the only usable Pokémon that is not fullyevolved.
Pikachu is the only Pokémon that can be caught in all three pinball titles:Pokémon Pinball,Pokémon Pinball mini, andPokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire.
According toA Sneak Peek at Pokémon, Pikachu can deliver a constant current of 1000amperes.
Pikachu is currently represented in theTrading Card Game by more cards than any other Pokémon, with 218 unique cards.
On December 11, 2023,Google revealed that Pikachu was the "most searched Pokémon" in the platform's history during its 25 years of creation.^[5]^[6]

Merchandise

Pikachu appears inPokémon Battle Chess. It doesn't behave like any traditional piece in chess but behaves like a gold general in shogi.
Pikachu was the focus of aPokémon Center collection in June 2014.

Real life

TheMacy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has included three Pikachu balloons. "Flying Pikachu" was the first, flown from 2001 to 2005, and was used in a morning rush hour test of wind conditions inTimes Square after an accident involving anM&M's balloon in the 2005 parade.^[7] It was last used in the August 2006Party of the Decade in New York City'sBryant Park. The second balloon debuted in the 2006 parade, features glowing cheeks, and chases aPoké Ball balloon. The third, introduced in the 2014 parade, wears a green scarf and holds a small, Pikachu-shaped snowman.

Cultural impact

The nation ofNiue released a one-dollar coin with its coat of arms on one side and Pikachu on the other to promote thePokémon franchise.
Pikachu has served asthe inspiration for the naming of several scientific discoveries:
- In 2008, Japanese researchers discovered a new protein that helps carry electrical impulses from the eyes to the brain and named itpikachurin. According to them, it was so named for sharing Pikachu's "lightning-fast moves and shocking electric effects".
- Thespringtail speciesDicranocentrus pikachu was named after Pikachu.^[8]
- The spider speciesEpicratinus pikachu was named after Pikachu due to the female spider'sepigynum resembling its face.^[9]
- The spider speciesAlistra pikachu was named after Pikachu due to its yellow coloration.^[10]
- The beetle speciesHiperantha pikachu was named after Pikachu because of its yellow elytra with a black apical band that resembles Pikachu's ears.^[11]

Concept and development

Pikachu was designed byAtsuko Nishida, a core designer atGame Freak.^[12]^[13] Pikachu had a short, stout design during the initial release ofPokémon Red and Green, but its design was altered forPokémon the Series and subsequent entries of the games, becoming slightly taller and skinnier. According toKen Sugimori, Pikachu's design was altered to make animating its actions easier.^[13] Pikachu is depicted with a white belly similar to its evolved formRaichu in thePocket Monsters Carddass Trading Cards as seen here.

Pikachu also originally had a second-stageEvolution named "Gorochu" (Japanese:ゴロチュウGorochū), which would have had two horns and fangs.^[14]^[15] Sugimori stated that while there was nothing wrong with its appearance, it was nonetheless omitted from Pokémon Red and Green, as the staff found that the game balance was better without it, and the limited game space meant that some Pokémon originally designed to evolve twice were changed to evolve only once.^[13]

Gigantamax Pikachu was designed byJames Turner.^[16]

Origin

Pikachu was originally adaifuku-like creature with ears sticking out. Its black ear tips are remnants of this original concept.^[13]^[15]

Nishida named the Pokémon Pikachu "without giving it much thought", and while it wasn't originally intended to be based on amouse,Game Freak CEOSatoshi Tajiri made the decision to base it on such. During the process of making Pikachu "cuter", as per the instructions of game designerKōji Nishino, Nishida added cheek pouches for it to store electricity in. These were inspired bysquirrels, which store food in their cheeks. Pikachu's yellow coloration and lightning bolt-shaped tail were given to express Pikachu's electrical attributes and make its type easier to recognise and understand. According to Nishida, Pikachu's stripes aren't based on anything in particular, and were added to fill the empty space on Pikachu's back, as it is always visible during battle.^[13]^[15]

Pikachu'sGigantamax form is a reference to its earlier, more rotund design fromGenerations I andII.^[17]

Name origin

Pikachu is a combination of ピカピカpikapika (onomatopoeia for sparkle) and チューチューchūchū (the sound of a mouse squeaking).^[13]^[18]

In other languages

Language	Title	Meaning
Japanese	ピカチュウPikachu	Fromピカピカpikapika andチューチューchūchū
French	Pikachu	Same as English/Japanese name
Spanish	Pikachu	Same as English/Japanese name
German	Pikachu	Same as English/Japanese name
Italian	Pikachu	Same as English/Japanese name
Korean	피카츄Pikachu	Transcription of Japanese name
Mandarin Chinese	皮卡丘Píkǎqiū	Transcription of Japanese name
Cantonese Chinese	皮卡丘Pèihkāyāu / Pikachu* Pikachu* 比卡超Béikāchīu*	From its Mandarin name paired with the pronunciation of English/Japanese name Same as English/Japanese name, due to the unwelcomed official Chinese name in Cantonese culture From the transcription of Japanese name and超chīu

More languages
Albanian	Pikaçu	Transcription of Japanese name
Arabic	بيكاتشوBīkātshū	Transcription of Japanese name
Azerbaijani	Pikaçu	Transcription of Japanese name
Bulgarian	ПикачуPikachu	Transcription of Japanese name
Greek	ΠίκατσουPíkatsou	Transcription of Japanese name
Hebrew	פיקאצ'וPikachu	Transcription of Japanese name
Hindi	पिकाचूPikachu	Transcription of Japanese name
Icelandic	Pikatsjú* Píkatsu*	Transcription of Japanese name
Indonesian	Pikachu Pikacu (Pocket Monsters only)	Same as English/Japanese name Transcription of Japanese name
Lithuanian	Pikačiu	Transcription of Japanese name
Macedonian	ПикачуPikachu	Transcription of Japanese name
Mongolian	ПикачуPikachu	Transcription of Japanese name
Russian	ПикачуPikachu	Transcription of Japanese name
Serbian	Pikaču	Transcription of Japanese name
Thai	พิคาชูPhikhachu	Transcription of Japanese name
Turkish	Pikaçu*	Transcription of Japanese name
Ukrainian	ПікачуPikachu	Transcription of Japanese name

References

External links

Article on Wikipedia

Electric rodents

Gen IX

See also:Marill •Mimikyu

Gigantamax forms

Super Smash Bros. series

Games

Super Smash Bros. •Super Smash Bros. Melee •Super Smash Bros. Brawl
Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U •Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Characters

Pikachu •Jigglypuff •Mewtwo •Pichu
Pokémon Trainer (Squirtle •Ivysaur •Charizard) •Lucario •Greninja •Incineroar

Stages

Saffron City •Pokémon Stadium •Poké Floats •Pokémon Stadium 2 •Spear Pillar
Prism Tower •Unova Pokémon League •Kalos Pokémon League

Poké Ball
&Master Ball

Abomasnow •Abra •Alolan Exeggutor •Alolan Raichu •Alolan Vulpix •Arceus •Articuno •Beedrill
Bellossom •Bewear •Blastoise •Bonsly •Celebi •Chansey •Charizard •Chespin •Chikorita •Clefairy
Cyndaquil •Darkrai •Dedenne •Deoxys •Ditto •Eevee •Electrode •Entei •Fennekin
Fletchling •Gardevoir •Genesect •Giratina •Gogoat •Goldeen •Groudon •Gulpin •Hitmonlee
Ho-Oh •Inkay •Jirachi •Keldeo •Koffing •Kyogre •Kyurem •Latias andLatios
Lugia •Lunala •Manaphy •Marill •Marshadow •Meloetta •Meowth •Mew •Metagross •Mimikyu
Moltres •Munchlax •Onix •Oshawott •Palkia •Piplup •Porygon2 •Pyukumuku •Raikou •Scizor •Snivy
Snorlax •Solgaleo •Spewpa •Staryu •Starmie •Suicune •Swirlix •Tapu Koko •Togedemaru •Togepi
Torchic •Unown •Venusaur •Victini •Vulpix •Weavile •Weezing •Wobbuffet •Xerneas •Zapdos •Zoroark

Collectables

Trophies (Melee •Brawl •3DS/Wii U) •Stickers •Spirits

Misc

The Subspace Emissary •My Music •Final Smash •Pokémon Change •Brawl cameos

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