skuntank

Skuntank is a dual-type Poison/Dark Pokémon introduced in Generation IV.

Type: Poison/Dark

Abilities:

• Stench: May cause the opponent to flinch when Skuntank uses a move.
• Aftermath: If Skuntank is knocked out by a move that makes contact, the attacker loses 1/4 of its maximum HP.
• Keen Eye (Hidden Ability): Prevents other Pokémon from lowering Skuntank's accuracy.

Physical Characteristics:

• Skuntank resembles a large, skunk-like creature with a robust build.
• It has dark purple fur with a prominent, bushy tail that it raises when threatened.
• Its face is marked by a cream-colored stripe running from its nose to the tip of its tail.
• Skuntank has a pointed snout and sharp claws, adding to its intimidating appearance.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Skuntank is known for its potent and foul odor, which it uses to ward off threats.
• Typically found in grassy plains and wooded areas where it can blend into the underbrush.
• It is solitary by nature, often seen foraging alone during twilight hours.
• Skuntank communicates using a series of hisses and tail movements.

In Battle:

• Skuntank is a versatile Pokémon with a mix of offensive and defensive capabilities.
• Its signature moves include "Night Slash" and "Poison Jab."
• Effective against Psychic and Ghost types due to its Dark typing.
• Vulnerable to Ground-type moves, which are its only weakness.
• Can utilize moves like "Sucker Punch" for priority attacks and "Explosion" for a powerful, sacrificial blow.

Evolution:

• Evolves from Stunky starting at level 34.

Interesting Facts:

• Known for its powerful and unpleasant odor, which can be smelled from over a mile away.
• Its stench is a blend of chemicals that can cause temporary blindness or nausea to those affected.
• Skuntank's design is inspired by the skunk, an animal known for its defensive spray.
• Despite its intimidating reputation, trainers value its loyalty and protective nature.
• Often depicted in media as a mischievous yet misunderstood Pokémon.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Diamond: It sprays a vile-smelling fluid from the tip of its tail to attack. Its range is over 160 feet.
• Pearl: It sprays a stinky fluid from its tail. The fluid smells worse the longer it is allowed to fester.
• Platinum: It attacks by spraying a horribly smelly fluid from the tip of its tail. Attacks from above confound it.
• Heartgold: It attacks by spraying a repugnant fluid from its tail, but the stench dulls after a few squirts.
• Soulsilver: It attacks by spraying a repugnant fluid from its tail, but the stench dulls after a few squirts.
• Black: It attacks by spraying a horribly smelly fluid from the tip of its tail. Attacks from above confound it.
• White: It attacks by spraying a horribly smelly fluid from the tip of its tail. Attacks from above confound it.
• Black-2: It attacks by spraying a horribly smelly fluid from the tip of its tail. Attacks from above confound it.
• White-2: It attacks by spraying a horribly smelly fluid from the tip of its tail. Attacks from above confound it.
• X: It sprays a vile-smelling fluid from the tip of its tail to attack. Its range is over 160 feet.
• Y: It sprays a stinky fluid from its tail. The fluid smells worse the longer it is allowed to fester.
• Omega-Ruby: It sprays a vile-smelling fluid from the tip of its tail to attack. Its range is over 160 feet.
• Alpha-Sapphire: It sprays a stinky fluid from its tail. The fluid smells worse the longer it is allowed to fester.
• Sword: In its belly, it reserves stinky fluid that it shoots from its tail during battle. As this Pokémon’s diet varies, so does the stench of its fluid.
• Shield: It digs holes in the ground to make its nest. The stench of the fluid it lets fly from the tip of its tail is extremely potent.
• Legends-Arceus: Sprays a poisonous fluid to take down prey. Sometimes, unable to stomach the stench of its own fluid, it leaves the bested prey uneaten.