Skuntank's Poison/Dark typing gives it an immunity to Psychic. Only 1 weaknesses on top of that — it has plenty of safe switch-in opportunities. Can go either physical or special depending on the set. Been around since Gen 4.
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 sprays a vile-smelling fluid from the tip of its tail to attack. Its range is over 160 feet.
It sprays a stinky fluid from its tail. The fluid smells worse the longer it is allowed to fester.
Skuntank Weakness
ExcellentSkuntank's Poison/Dark typing leaves it vulnerable to Ground moves. 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.
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.
How to Evolve
Breed with Skuntank to get Stunky eggs easily from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include Astonish, Crunch, Double-Edge and 10 more.
Life Orb and Stench form the backbone. Skuntank invests max HP and Attack EVs to play its physical attacker role properly, and Adamant nature pushes Attack higher. Defog handles the heavy lifting on offense. Utility options rounds it out.
Best Build
Best Skuntank Moveset
- Defog
- Sucker Punch
- Poison Jab
- Hone Claws
Recommended Teammates
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
Can't catch Skuntank directly. Start with Stunky at decent rates from the locations below, then evolve at level 34. The 2-stage line from Stunky to Skuntank is where the leveling time goes.
How to Obtain Skuntank in X & Y
Stunky is your first catch on the way to Skuntank. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 11-21 across 4 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch StunkyEASYRoute 11XGrassLv.11UncommonEarlyRouteHorde battleEASYRoute 11YGrassLv.11UncommonEarlyRouteHorde battleCHALLENGINGRoute 11XGrassLv.21RareMidRouteCHALLENGINGRoute 11YGrassLv.21RareMidRoute
Step 2Skuntank ✓
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.
Stunky evolves into Skuntank at level 34. Skuntank is the fully evolved form. It sits at 479 BST in its evolved form.
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 special attacker with base 71 Sp. Atk. Base 84 Speed is workable — faster than some, slower than many. And it's enough bulk to take a hit or two.
Skuntank appears in 13 games, including Platinum, HeartGold & SoulSilver, and Diamond & Pearl.
Skuntank first appeared in Diamond & Pearl and has been available in 13 games across 6 generations. Obtainable through wild encounters in most titles where it appears.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDPDebut
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A