No. 0170

Chinchou

Angler Pokémon

Official art

WaterElectric

Height: 0.5 m 1′08″
Weight: 12 kg 26.5 lbs
Base stat total: 330 top 74%
Introduced: Gen II

Abilities

Pokédex entryX / Shield

On the dark ocean floor, its only means of communi cation is its constantly flashing lights.

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Base stats

HP75135–182260–354

Atk3838–9972–192

Def3838–9972–192

SpA5654–118105–232

SpD5654–118105–232

Spe6764–130125–256

Total330Higher than 26% of all Pokémon

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 1 HP.

Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 67). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+130Max119No SP87Min78Scarf195Tailwind260

At max Speed, Chinchou outspeeds 13 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC.

Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Type matchups

Weak to

Grass2×Ground2×

Resists

Steel¼×Fire½×Flying½×Ice½×Water½×

Takes normal damage from 11 types

NormalFightingPoisonRockBugGhostElectricPsychicDragonDarkFairy

With Volt Absorb: Electric becomes 0×

With Water Absorb: Water becomes 0×

Abilities

Volt Absorb
Absorbs Electric moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.
Illuminate
Doubles the wild encounter rate.
Water AbsorbHidden ability
Absorbs Water moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.

Competitive

SV SinglesLC

17.02% of teams · rank #8 · Singles, first stages at Lv 5 · 1630+ rating · 7,479 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item: Eviolite
Ability: Volt Absorb
Nature: Timid
EVs: 132 Def / 148 SpA / 220 Spe
Tera Type: Flying

Volt Switch
Ice Beam
Thunderbolt
Hydro Pump

Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.

Usage by rating

All players15.97%
Rated 1500+17.11%
Rated 1630+17.02%
Rated 1760+13.6%

Usage by month

Oct 202517.02%

Moves

Volt Switch91.4%
Ice Beam88.5%
Thunderbolt81.9%
Hydro Pump64.8%
Scald35.6%
Blizzard9.4%
Flip Turn7.2%
Dazzling Gleam4.2%
Discharge3.9%
Surf3.6%

Items

Eviolite98.9%
Choice Scarf0.8%
Safety Goggles0.1%
Focus Sash0.1%
Assault Vest0%
Choice Specs0%

Abilities

87.5%
12.5%
0%

EV spreads

Timid 132 Def / 148 SpA / 220 Spe58.3%
Timid 52 Def / 228 SpA / 220 Spe26.3%
Timid 52 Def / 148 SpA / 68 SpD / 220 Spe9.5%
Relaxed 52 Atk / 212 Def / 228 SpD1.1%
Modest 52 Def / 228 SpA / 228 SpD0.7%

Tera types

Flying83.8%
Grass6.8%
Bug3.6%
Water1.8%

Common teammates

Checks & counters

Evolution

#0170ChinchouWaterElectric
1. Level 27#0171LanturnWaterElectric

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 13

1SupersonicConfuses the target.NormalStatus—55%20

1Water GunInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterSpec40100%25

4Electro BallPower is higher when the user has greater Speed than the target, up to a maximum of 150.ElectricSpec—100%10

8Thunder WaveParalyzes the target.ElectricStatus—90%20

12Bubble BeamHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.WaterSpec65100%20

16Confuse RayConfuses the target.GhostStatus—100%10

20SparkHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricPhys65100%20

24ChargeRaises the user’s Special Defense by one stage. User’s Electric moves have doubled power next turn.ElectricStatus——20

28DischargeHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec80100%15

32Aqua RingRestores 1/16 of the user’s max HP each turn.WaterStatus——20

36FlailInflicts more damage when the user has less HP remaining, with a maximum of 200 power.NormalPhys—100%15

40Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20

44Hydro PumpInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterSpec11080%5

TM / HM / TR 40

TM01Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20

TM04AgilityRaises the user’s Speed by two stages.PsychicStatus——30

TM07ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM11Water PulseHas a 20% chance to confuse the target.WaterSpec60100%20

TM16PsybeamHas a 10% chance to confuse the target.PsychicSpec65100%20

TM17Confuse RayConfuses the target.GhostStatus—100%10

TM22Chilling WaterThe user attacks the target by showering it with water that's so cold it saps the target's power. This also lowers the target's Attack stat.WaterSpec50100%20

TM23Charge BeamHas a 70% chance to raise the user’s Special Attack by one stage.ElectricSpec5090%10

TM25FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20

TM34Icy WindHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.IceSpec5595%15

TM47EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM48Volt SwitchUser must switch out after attacking.ElectricSpec70100%20

TM50Rain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5

TM70Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10

TM72Electro BallPower is higher when the user has greater Speed than the target, up to a maximum of 150.ElectricSpec—100%10

TM77WaterfallHas a 20% chance to make the target flinch.WaterPhys80100%15

TM79Dazzling GleamInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.FairySpec80100%10

TM82Thunder WaveParalyzes the target.ElectricStatus—90%20

TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5

TM96Eerie ImpulseLowers the target’s Special Attack by two stages.ElectricStatus—100%15

TM103SubstituteTransfers 1/4 of the user’s max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks.NormalStatus——10

TM110LiquidationHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Defense by one stage.WaterPhys85100%10

TM123SurfInflicts regular damage and can hit Dive users.WaterSpec90100%15

TM126ThunderboltHas a 10% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec90100%15

TM128AmnesiaRaises the user’s Special Defense by two stages.PsychicStatus——20

TM135Ice BeamHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec90100%10

TM136Electric TerrainFor five turns, prevents all Pokémon on the ground from sleeping and strengthens their Electric moves to 1.5× their power.ElectricStatus——10

TM142Hydro PumpInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.WaterSpec11080%5

TM143BlizzardHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec11070%5

TM147Wild ChargeUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.ElectricPhys90100%15

TM166ThunderHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec11070%10

TM171Tera BlastIf the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.NormalSpec80100%10

TM173ChargeRaises the user’s Special Defense by one stage. User’s Electric moves have doubled power next turn.ElectricStatus——20

TM188ScaldHas a 30% chance to burn the target.WaterSpec80100%15

TM196Flip TurnUser must switch out after attacking.WaterPhys60100%20

TM204Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15

TM208WhirlpoolPrevents the target from leaving battle and inflicts 1/16 its max HP in damage for 2-5 turns.WaterSpec3585%15

TM209Muddy WaterHas a 30% chance to lower the target’s accuracy by one stage.WaterSpec9085%10

TM211ElectrowebLowers the target’s Speed by one stage.ElectricSpec5595%15

TM224CurseGhosts pay half their max HP to hurt the target every turn. Others decrease Speed but raise Attack and Defense.GhostStatus——10

Egg moves 5

EggMistProtects the user’s stats from being changed by enemy moves.IceStatus——30

EggPsybeamHas a 10% chance to confuse the target.PsychicSpec65100%20

EggSoakChanges the target’s type to Water.WaterStatus—100%20

EggSucker PunchOnly works if the target is about to use a damaging move.DarkPhys70100%5

EggWater PulseHas a 20% chance to confuse the target.WaterSpec60100%20

Pokédex entries

Category: Angler Pokémon
Debut: Johto · Gold & Silver
Color: Blue
Shape
Habitat: Sea
Pal Park area: Sea

Original Johto#174Original Hoenn#181Updated Johto#176Coastal Kalos#147New Hoenn#190Original Alola#201Original Akala#128Updated Alola#257Updated Akala#158Galar#220Isle of Armor#188Blueberry#078

Chinchou blink their shining antennae at one another to claim their respective turf.
Ultra Moon
Its two antennae glow softly to lure in prey, making it a useful Pokémon for night fishing.
Ultra Sun
It lives in the depths beyond the reach of sunlight. It flashes lights on its antennae to communicate with others of its kind.
Moon
Its two antennae were originally fins. It discharges electricity to stun its prey before attacking.
Sun
It discharges positive and negative electricity from its antenna tips to shock its foes.
Diamond · Pearl · Platinum · Black · White · Black 2 · White 2
When it senses danger, it discharges positive and negative electricity from its two antennae. It lives in depths beyond sunlight’s reach.
Emerald
CHINCHOU’s two antennas are filled with cells that generate strong electricity. This Pokémon’s cells create so much electrical power, it even makes itself tingle slightly.
Sapphire · Alpha Sapphire
CHINCHOU lets loose positive and negative electrical charges from its two antennas to make its prey faint. This Pokémon flashes its electric lights to exchange signals with others.
Ruby · Omega Ruby
Its antennae, which evolved from a fin, have both po sitive and negative charges flowing through them.
Crystal · Sword
On the dark ocean floor, its only means of communi cation is its constantly flashing lights.
Silver · FireRed · SoulSilver · X · Shield
It shoots positive and negative electricity between the tips of its two antennae and zaps its enemies.
Gold · LeafGreen · HeartGold · Y

Names around the world

Japanese: チョンチー
Japanese (romaji): Chonchie
Korean: 초라기
Chinese (Traditional): 燈籠魚
Chinese (Simplified): 灯笼鱼
French: Loupio
German: Lampi
Spanish: Chinchou
Italian: Chinchou

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation II

Generation III

Generation IV

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Generation IX · animated models

Training

EV yield: 1 HP
Catch rate: 190 ≈24.8% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship: 70
Base experience: 66
Growth rate: Slow

Breeding

Egg groups: Water 2
Gender: ♂ 50%♀ 50%
Hatch time: 20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield: The Isle of Armor 9 areas

Honeycalm IslandSurfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
Honeycalm SeaSurfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
Honeycalm Sea (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Insular SeaSurfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
Insular Sea (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Stepping-Stone Sea (Main Area)Surfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
Stepping-Stone Sea (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Workout SeaSurfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
Workout Sea (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30

Sword: The Isle of Armor 9 areas

Honeycalm IslandSurfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
Honeycalm SeaSurfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
Honeycalm Sea (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Insular SeaSurfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
Insular Sea (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Stepping-Stone Sea (Main Area)Surfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
Stepping-Stone Sea (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Workout SeaSurfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
Workout Sea (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30

Shield 14 areas

East Lake AxewellSurfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
East Lake Axewell (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Giant's Cap (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Giant's Mirror (Main Area)Fishing at bubbling spots in the water · Lv 26–60
Giant's Mirror (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
HulburyFishing at bubbling spots in the water · Lv 20–24
Lake of Outrage (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
Motostoke Riverbank (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
North Lake Miloch (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
North Lake Miloch (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
South Lake Miloch (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
South Lake Miloch (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
West Lake AxewellSurfing in the overworld · Lv 38–60
West Lake Axewell (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30

Sword 14 areas

East Lake AxewellSurfing in the overworld · Lv 40–60
East Lake Axewell (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Giant's Cap (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
Giant's Mirror (Main Area)Fishing at bubbling spots in the water · Lv 26–60
Giant's Mirror (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
HulburyFishing at bubbling spots in the water · Lv 20–24
Lake of Outrage (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
Motostoke Riverbank (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–40
North Lake Miloch (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
North Lake Miloch (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
South Lake Miloch (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
South Lake Miloch (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30
West Lake AxewellSurfing in the overworld · Lv 38–60
West Lake Axewell (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 15–30

Ultra Moon 2 areas

Akala OutskirtsFishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–29
Route 8Fishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–25

Ultra Sun 2 areas

Akala OutskirtsFishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–29
Route 8Fishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–25

Moon 1 area

Route 8Fishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–25

Sun 1 area

Route 8Fishing at bubbling spots in the water, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 10–25

Y 2 areas

Azure BayFishing with a Good Rod · Lv 25
Shalour CityFishing with a Good Rod · Lv 25

X 2 areas

Azure BayFishing with a Good Rod · Lv 25
Shalour CityFishing with a Good Rod · Lv 25

White 2 1 area

Undella BayFishing in dark spots, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 40–70

Black 2 1 area

Undella BayFishing in dark spots, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 40–70

White 2 areas

Driftveil CityFishing in dark spots, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 35–60
Road 18Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 35–55

Black 2 areas

Driftveil CityFishing in dark spots, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 35–60
Road 18Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 35–55

SoulSilver 11 areas

Cinnabar IslandFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
New Bark TownFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Pallet TownFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 20Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 21Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 26Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 27Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 41Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 47Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
S.S. Anne dockFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Vermilion CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40

HeartGold 11 areas

Cinnabar IslandFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
New Bark TownFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Pallet TownFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 20Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 21Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 26Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 27Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 41Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 47Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
S.S. Anne dockFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Vermilion CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40

Platinum 1 area

Road 220Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–50

Pearl 1 area

Road 220Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 15–25

Diamond 1 area

Road 220Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 15–25

Emerald 2 areas

Road 124 (underwater)Diving on seaweed · Lv 20–30
Road 126 (underwater)Diving on seaweed · Lv 20–30

Sapphire 2 areas

Road 124 (underwater)Diving on seaweed · Lv 20–30
Road 126 (underwater)Diving on seaweed · Lv 20–30

Ruby 2 areas

Road 124 (underwater)Diving on seaweed · Lv 20–30
Road 126 (underwater)Diving on seaweed · Lv 20–30

Crystal 10 areas

Cinnabar IslandFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
New Bark TownFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Pallet TownFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 20Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 21Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 26Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 27Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 41Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
S.S. Anne dockFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Vermilion CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40

Silver 10 areas

Cinnabar IslandFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
New Bark TownFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Pallet TownFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 20Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 21Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 26Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 27Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 41Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
S.S. Anne dockFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Vermilion CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40

Gold 10 areas

Cinnabar IslandFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
New Bark TownFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Pallet TownFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 20Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 21Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 26Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 27Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Road 41Fishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
S.S. Anne dockFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40
Vermilion CityFishing with a Good Rod, Fishing with a Super Rod · Lv 20–40