Skuntank Best Moveset
Poison/Dark at 93 Attack and 103 HP with only Ground hitting super-effectively. AbilityAftermath deals 25% to the attacker if Skuntank faints from contact. The moveset runs physical Poison and Dark TermStab behind one of the best defensive type combinations. 84 Speed is decent. Tera Poison or Tera Dark refines the matchup.
Poison/Dark with only Ground as a weakness in Gen IV (Diamond & Pearl). 93 Attack and 84 Speed made Skuntank a decent offensive pivot with Pursuit.
Best Moves
Best Build
Skuntank best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Explosion
- Poison Jab
- Pursuit
Recommended Teammates
Pursuit trapped Psychic and Ghost types in Gen V (Black & White). Poison/Dark coverage hit targets neutrally. Skuntank had a defined team role.
Physical Stallbreaker Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Pursuit
- Fire Blast
- Taunt
Recommended Teammates
Three gens at the same level in Gen VI (X & Y). Defog support plus Pursuit trapping gave clear utility. 479 BST was workable, not dominant.
Physical Tank Moveset
- Defog
- Sucker Punch
- Poison Jab
- Hone Claws
Recommended Teammates
Dropped in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Pursuit trapping targets were less common, and faster threats punished 67 Defense on every switch-in.
Bulky Support Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Pursuit
- Fire Blast
- Poison Jab
Recommended Teammates
Pursuit was removed from the game in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Skuntank lost its signature role and had nothing to replace it with.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Poison Jab
- Toxic
- Flamethrower
- Crunch
Recommended Teammates
Recovered slightly in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). Poison/Dark typing with one weakness still had value. Toxic Spikes and Taunt replaced Pursuit as the support toolkit.
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Knock Off
- Gunk Shot
- Toxic Spikes
Recommended Teammates
Skuntank Weakness
Skuntank's Poison/Dark typing leaves it vulnerable to Ground. It shrugs off Psychic-type attacks completely. It resists 4 types, giving it decent defensive coverage. With 103 HP and balanced defenses, Skuntank can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Ground |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Grass, Poison, Ghost, Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Psychic |
What is Skuntank Weak Against
ExcellentBest Pokemon Against Skuntank
Gliscor's Earthquake hits Skuntank for 55-65%. Garchomp's Earthquake also KOs at 131-155%.
S | ||
Recommended Build AbilityProtosynthesis ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Great Tusk builds →Rapid Spin22-26% | ||
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityPoisonheal ItemToxic Orb NatureCareful Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Gliscor builds →Earthquake 2x55-65% Knock Off9-11% | ||
 Garchomp DragonGround | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityRough Skin ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x131-155%KO | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureSassy Moves View Slowking-Galar builds →
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Evolution
Skuntank is the evolved form of Stunky. Breeding produces Stunky eggs, and they're average hatch time. Evolving from Stunky gave Skuntank the biggest boost in HP (+40), bringing the total to 479 stats. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Skuntank to get Stunky eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
How to Get Skuntank
moderate rates for Skuntank across 2 locations in late-game routes. Nothing complicated. Check the sorted list below, compare the top few options, and head to whichever is closest.
Where To Catch Skuntank in SV
The path to Skuntank starts with Stunky at Lv. 20-53 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch StunkySouth Province (Area Five) - GrassLv.20-38OverworldScarletRate 18%South Province (Area Five) - LakeLv.20-38OverworldScarletRate 18%West Province (Area Two) - GrassLv.20-38OverworldScarletRate 18%Casseroya Lake - LakeLv.40-53OverworldScarletRate 12%Casseroya Lake - ForestLv.40-53OverworldScarletRate 8%
Step 2Skuntank ✓Casseroya Lake - LakeLv.40-53OverworldScarletRate 12%Casseroya Lake - ForestLv.40-53OverworldScarletRate 8%or evolve from Stunky (Step 1)
Skuntank appears at decent spawn rates across 2 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Where To Catch Skuntank in PLA
Stunky is your first catch on the way to Skuntank. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 21-40 across 4 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch StunkyScarlet BogLv.21-24GrassRate 15%Ancient QuarryLv.29-40FloorRate 15%
Step 2Skuntank ✓Ancient QuarryLv.29-40FloorRate 15%Scarlet BogLv.34-37GrassRate 15%or evolve from Stunky (Step 1)
decent spawn rates across 7 locations for Skuntank in mid-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Skuntank in BDSP
The path to Skuntank starts with Stunky at Lv. 14-51 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch StunkyRoute 206Lv.14-16GrassBrilliant DiamondRate 25%Route 221Lv.28GrassBrilliant DiamondRate 20%Route 214Lv.23-24GrassBrilliant DiamondRate 15%Grassland CaveLv.25-29CaveBrilliant DiamondRequires StrengthRiverbank CaveLv.25-29CaveBrilliant DiamondRequires StrengthSpacious CaveLv.25-29CaveBrilliant DiamondRequires StrengthStill-Water CavernLv.25-29CaveBrilliant DiamondRequires StrengthSunlit CavernLv.25-29CaveBrilliant DiamondRequires Strength
Step 2Skuntank ✓Route 221Lv.29-30GrassBrilliant DiamondRate 15%Grassland CaveLv.25-29CaveBrilliant DiamondRequires StrengthRiverbank CaveLv.25-29CaveBrilliant DiamondRequires StrengthSpacious CaveLv.25-29CaveBrilliant DiamondRequires StrengthStill-Water CavernLv.25-29CaveBrilliant DiamondRequires StrengthSunlit CavernLv.25-29CaveBrilliant DiamondRequires StrengthRoute 225Lv.51GrassBrilliant DiamondRate 10%or evolve from Stunky (Step 1)
high spawn rates across 4 locations for Skuntank in late-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Skuntank in SwSh
The path to Skuntank starts with Stunky at Lv. 10-52 via walking encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch StunkyNorth Lake MilochLv.14-16GrassRate 40%OvercastNorth Lake MilochLv.14-16GrassRate 40%Normal WeatherDappled GroveLv.11-15GrassRate 35%OvercastSouth Lake Miloch - 2Lv.14-16OverworldRate 35%OvercastSouth Lake Miloch - 2Lv.14-16OverworldRate 35%ThunderstormNorth Lake MilochLv.14-16GrassRate 30%Intense SunSouth Lake MilochLv.14-16OverworldRate 25%OvercastSouth Lake MilochLv.14-15OverworldShieldRate 25%Normal WeatherSouth Lake MilochLv.14-16OverworldSwordRate 25%Normal WeatherSouth Lake Miloch - 2Lv.14-16OverworldRate 25%RainingNorth Lake MilochLv.14-16GrassRate 20%SandstormNorth Lake MilochLv.14-16GrassRate 20%ThunderstormNorth Lake MilochLv.14-16GrassRate 20%RainingNorth Lake MilochLv.14-16GrassShieldRate 20%SnowstormNorth Lake MilochLv.14-16GrassRate 20%Heavy FogNorth Lake MilochLv.14-16GrassRate 20%SnowingNorth Lake MilochLv.14-15GrassSwordRate 20%SnowstormSouth Lake Miloch - 2Lv.14-16OverworldRate 15%Normal WeatherRoute 3Lv.10-14OverworldRate 10%All WeatherSouth Lake MilochLv.14-16OverworldRate 5%Intense SunSouth Lake MilochLv.14-16OverworldRate 5%SandstormNorth Lake MilochLv.26-28OverworldRate 60%Intense SunNorth Lake MilochLv.26-28OverworldRate 55%OvercastNorth Lake MilochLv.26-28OverworldRate 50%Normal WeatherNorth Lake MilochLv.26-28OverworldRate 28%Heavy FogNorth Lake MilochLv.26-28OverworldRate 25%SandstormGiant's CapLv.27-29GrassRate 10%Normal Weather
Step 2Skuntank ✓Dusty BowlLv.40-45GrassRate 40%OvercastLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassSwordRate 33%OvercastLake of OutrageLv.50-52GrassShieldRate 30%Overcastor evolve from Stunky (Step 1)
Base Stats
Skuntank's spread is anchored by HP, with balanced defenses backing it up. Sp. Def is the clear weak point. Worth 2 HP EVs per KO, and the medium-fast 1M XP curve keeps leveling painless.
It attacks by spraying a repugnant fluid from its tail, but the stench dulls after a few squirts.
Skuntank Guide
Skuntank has a 479 base stat total and ranks as C-Tier: a situational pick that fills a niche. It works best as a balanced. Base 103 HP is where it shines.
Watch for Garchomp (Ground) when using Skuntank. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about.
Stench has a 10% chance of making target Pokémon flinch with each hit. That's the one you want on Skuntank. Keen Eye is the hidden ability. Niche, but it has its uses. Aftermath works too if your team needs something different.
Skuntank fills the balanced role. It's a physical attacker with base 93 Attack. Base 84 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Run Sucker Punch, Knock Off, Gunkshot, and Toxic Spikes on Skuntank. Sucker Punch is the most common pick at 0% usage. This set covers the balanced role with a mix of damage and utility.
Game Availability
Skuntank first appeared in Diamond & Pearl and has been available in 13 games across 7 generations. Obtainable through wild encounters in most titles where it appears.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DPDebut
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