Stats & Training
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 horribly smelly fluid from the tip of its tail. Attacks from above confound it.
It attacks by spraying a repugnant fluid from its tail, but the stench dulls after a few squirts.
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 |
 Garchomp DragonGround | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x110-130%KO Dig 2x89-104%KO Bulldoze 2x67-79% Sand Tomb 2x40-47% | ||
 Swampert WaterGround | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Swampert builds →Earthquake 2x96-113%KO Mud Bomb 2x56-66% Bulldoze 2x58-69% Mud Shot 2x47-56% | ||
 Krookodile GroundDark | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Krookodile builds →Earthquake 2x102-120%KO Dig 2x81-96% Bulldoze 2x61-72% Sand Tomb 2x37-44% | ||
 Landorus Ground | B | |
Obtain MethodUltra Space Wilds Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Landorus builds →Earthquake 2x107-126%KO Earth Power 2x97-115%KO Bulldoze 2x66-78% Mud Shot 2x60-71% | ||
 Zygarde DragonGround | B | |
Obtain MethodRoute 16 Gift Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Zygarde builds →Earthquake 2x89-104%KO Land's Wrath 2x80-94% Dig 2x71-84% Bulldoze 2x54-64% | ||
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Swampert can KO Skuntank with Earthquake (162-190%). Garchomp threatens a KO with Earthquake (128-151%).
Swampert WaterGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityTorrent ItemLife Orb NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Swampert builds →Earthquake 2x162-190%KO Scald18-21% Waterfall65-77% | ||
Garchomp DragonGround | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityRough Skin ItemRocky Helmet NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Garchomp builds →Earthquake 2x128-151%KO Stone Edge43-50% | ||
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon 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 218 partners from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include Astonish, Crunch, Double-Edge and 10 more.
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon Skuntank Best Moveset
Skuntank doesn't rely on pure speed. Assault Vest gives it a special bulk boost with no status moves allowed to stay healthy, and Quiet nature still pushes offense. Pursuit and the remaining moves keep the pressure on while flexible EVs balance power and survivability.
Best Build
Skuntank best EVs are Sp. Def and Attack
Bulky Support Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Pursuit
- Fire Blast
- Poison Jab
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Taunt
- Defog
- Memento
- Sunny Day
Recommended Teammates
Moves
You'll want to breed for Astonish and Crunch on Skuntank. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Belch and Foul Play, they expand what Skuntank can actually threaten in practice.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Transfer Moves
How to Get Skuntank in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon
Skuntank isn't available in the wild in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon. Start by transferring Stunky from Diamond, X, or Sword. The evolution path from Stunky to Skuntank is covered in the steps below.
Skuntank Guide
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, Skuntank has a 479 base stat total and ranks as C-Tier: a niche pick in Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon's meta. It works best as a balanced. Sucker Punch with Assault Vest is the standard set.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, 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.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, 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.
In Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon, run Sucker Punch, Pursuit, Fire Blast, and Poisonjab on Skuntank. Sucker Punch is the most common pick at 23% usage. Pursuit provides reliable STAB damage.
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 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves