Chikorita Best Moveset
Grass at 49 Sp. Atk and 45 Speed with 65/65 balanced defenses. The moveset has some bulk for a pre-evolution but zero offensive presence. AbilityOvergrow boosts Grass damage at low HP, which won't happen because the stats don't survive long enough. Evolve through to Meganium for 100/100 Sp. Atk and Sp. Def.
Chikorita was a niche pick at best in Gen II (Gold, Silver & Crystal), rarely seen in standard play. This marked Chikorita's competitive debut.
Utility Moveset
- Body Slam
- Synthesis
- Giga Drain
- Leech Seed
Chikorita was a niche pick at best in Gen III (Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald), rarely seen in standard play. Chikorita maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Overgrow with Salacberry, favoring a Hasty nature.
Physical Attacker Moveset
- Giga Drain
- Leech Seed
- Ancient Power
- Rest
Recommended Teammates
Chikorita saw minimal competitive use in Gen IV (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum). This was Chikorita's competitive peak. Its most popular set ran Overgrow with Oranberry, favoring a Modest nature.
Best Moves
Best Build
Chikorita best EVs are Defense and Sp. Atk
Special Tank Moveset
- Giga Drain
- Light Screen
- Reflect
- Aromatherapy
Recommended Teammates
Chikorita was a niche pick at best in Gen V (Black & White / B2W2), rarely seen in standard play. This was a decline from E-Tier in the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Overgrow with Eviolite, favoring a Bold nature.
Wall Moveset
- Aromatherapy
- Giga Drain
- Toxic
- Reflect
Recommended Teammates
Chikorita was a niche pick at best in Gen VI (X & Y / ORAS), rarely seen in standard play. Chikorita maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Overgrow with Eviolite, favoring a Lax nature.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Giga Drain
- Aromatherapy
- Hidden Power Fire
- Leaf Storm
Recommended Teammates
Chikorita was a niche pick at best in Gen VII (Sun & Moon / USUM), rarely seen in standard play. Chikorita maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Overgrow with Eviolite, favoring a Calm nature.
Wall Moveset
- Giga Drain
- Synthesis
- Aromatherapy
- Leech Seed
Chikorita was a niche pick at best in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet / Legends Z-A), rarely seen in standard play. Chikorita maintained its position from the previous generation. Its most popular set ran Overgrow with Focus Sash, favoring a Brave nature.
Utility Moveset
- Giga Drain
- Grass Knot
- Synthesis
- Seed Bomb
Recommended Teammates
Chikorita Weakness
Chikorita is weak to Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, and Bug. The Grass typing picks up 4 resistances to work with. That's a lot of weak spots to cover so team support is important.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Fire, Ice, Poison, Flying, Bug |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Water, Electric, Grass, Ground |
What is Chikorita Weak Against
FragileBest Pokemon Against Chikorita
Blaziken can KO Chikorita with Flare Blitz (283-332%). Salazzle threatens a KO with Flamethrower (142-168%). Genesect's U-turn also KOs at 127-149%.
 Blaziken FireFighting | B | |
Recommended Build AbilitySpeed Boost ItemLife Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Chikorita View Blaziken builds →Close Combat141-166%KO Flare Blitz 2x283-332%KO | ||
 Salazzle PoisonFire | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityCorrosion ItemFocus Sash NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Chikorita View Salazzle builds →Flamethrower 2x142-168%KO | ||
 Genesect BugSteel | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityDownload ItemChoice Scarf NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Chikorita View Genesect builds →U Turn 2x127-149%KO Extreme Speed48-57% | ||
 Lapras WaterIce | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityWaterabsorb ItemLeftovers NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Chikorita View Lapras builds →Surf32-38% Thunderbolt22-26% | ||
 Talonflame Fire | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityFlame Body ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves View Talonflame builds →
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Evolution
Chikorita kicks off a three-stage evolution line through Bayleef all the way to Meganium. For breeding, average hatch time with plenty of partners via two egg groups. Evolving adds up to 207 stat points total. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Chikorita
2 encounter spots for Chikorita at moderate rates starting from endgame routes. Best and Earliest sort options below help narrow down your approach based on odds vs. Accessibility.
A few locations for Chikorita with moderate rates across endgame routes. The sort toggle below swaps between best odds and earliest access, so you can approach it based on where you are in the game.
moderate rates for Chikorita across 8 locations in endgame routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Chikorita in BDSP
The path to Chikorita starts with Chikorita at Lv. 58-63 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
No wild encounters for Chikorita in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Bring Chikorita over from Gold & Silver, Crystal, or Legends: Z-A, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
How to Obtain Chikorita in USUM
- Step 1Chikorita ✓CARTRIDGE TRADEfrom Sun & MoonAvailableCatch in Sun & Moon via Walking · Route 2 · Island Scan; Friday, then trade to the current game via link cable.LATER APPEARANCEfrom Gold & SilverNot TradeableAppears in Gold & Silver via Gift · New Bark Town. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom CrystalNot TradeableAppears in Crystal via Gift · New Bark Town · Starter Pokémon. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCEfrom EmeraldNot TradeableAppears in Emerald via Gift · Littleroot Town · Gift from Professor Birch (complete Hoenn Pokédex). Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in HeartGold & SoulSilver via Gift · New Bark Town · Starter Pokémon. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire via Gift · Route 101 · Post-Elite Four. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.LATER APPEARANCENot TradeableAppears in Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl via Walking · Grassland Cave · After National Dex obtained. Forward-only transfer — no path back to this game from a later one.
Step 2Evolve into Bayleef
Step 3Evolve into Meganium
Base Stats
You won't find a real weakness in Chikorita's stat line. It's well-rounded for the Leaf Pokemon, and what it does with that depends on moveset and items. Yields 1 Sp. Def EV, on a 1.06M XP medium-slow curve.
It uses the leaf on its head to determine the air’s temperature and humidity. It loves to sunbathe.
Chikorita Guide
For a casual playthrough, Chikorita works as a placeholder. Grass coverage is useful early. The real payoff is Bayleef. That's where the stats start mattering.
Game Availability
Debuting in Gold & Silver, Chikorita appears in 17 games across 9 generations. A reliable presence in most mainline games, typically found through catching or hatching as a base form.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GSDebut
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves