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 | S | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Garchomp builds →Earth Power 2x71-84% Dig 2x89-104%KO Bulldoze 2x67-79% Sand Tomb 2x40-47% | ||
 Krookodile GroundDark | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Krookodile builds →Earthquake 2x102-120%KO Earth Power 2x61-72% Dig 2x81-96% Sand Tomb 2x37-44% | ||
 Hippowdon Ground | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Hippowdon builds →Earthquake 2x97-115%KO Earth Power 2x64-76% Dig 2x79-93% Sand Tomb 2x35-42% | ||
 Toedscruel GroundGrass | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Toedscruel builds →Earth Power 2x71-84% Mud Shot 2x44-52% Mud-Slap 2x17-20% | ||
 Sandaconda Ground | B | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Sandaconda builds →Earth Power 2x61-72% Dig 2x76-89% Bulldoze 2x57-67% Sand Tomb 2x34-40% | ||
In Scarlet & Violet, Goodra's Draco Meteor hits Skuntank for 82-96%.
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemLeftovers NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Uxie builds →U Turn14-17% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilitySapsipper ItemLeftovers NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Goodra builds →Draco Meteor82-96% Flamethrower37-44% Knock Off8-10% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityBigpecks ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Bombirdier builds →Knock Off18-21% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityStrongjaw ItemChoice Scarf NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Bruxish builds →Flip Turn34-40% Crunch15-18% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityIcescales ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureModest Moves
Damage vs Skuntank View Frosmoth builds →Ice Beam57-67% Giga Drain16-18% | ||
Scarlet & Violet 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 206 partners from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include Astonish, Double-Edge, Haze and 3 more.
Scarlet & Violet Skuntank Best Moveset
Skuntank doesn't rely on pure speed. Rocky Helmet gives it chip damage on every physical hit received to stay healthy, and Jolly nature still pushes offense. Knock Off and utility options keep the pressure on while max Attack and Speed EVs balance power and survivability.
Best Build
Skuntank best EVs are Attack and Speed
Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Knock Off
- Gunk Shot
- Sucker Punch
- Taunt
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Gunk Shot
- Knock Off
- Play Rough
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Bulky Support Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Super Fang
- Foul Play
- Taunt
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Revenge Killer Moveset
- Unknown
- Explosion
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Sweeper Moveset
- Sucker Punch
- Play Rough
- Focus Energy
- Temper Flare
Recommended Teammates
Moves
You'll want to breed for Astonish and Double-Edge on Skuntank. These egg moves aren't just nice to have. Combined with STAB from Belch and Gunk Shot, they expand what Skuntank can actually threaten in practice.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Skuntank in Scarlet & Violet
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 Scarlet & Violet
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) - GrassOverworld Lv.20-38 Route18%MidSouth Province (Area Five) - LakeOverworld Lv.20-38 Route18%MidWest Province (Area Two) - GrassOverworld Lv.20-38 Route18%MidCasseroya Lake - LakeOverworld Lv.40-53 Water12%LateCasseroya Lake - ForestOverworld Lv.40-53 Water8%Late
Step 2Skuntank ✓Casseroya Lake - LakeOverworld Lv.40-53 Water12%LateCasseroya Lake - ForestOverworld Lv.40-53 Water8%Lateor evolve from Stunky (Step 1)
Skuntank Guide
In Scarlet & Violet, Skuntank has a 479 base stat total and ranks as B-Tier: a solid option in Scarlet & Violet for the right team. It works best as a balanced. Knock Off with Rocky Helmet is the standard set.
In Scarlet & Violet, 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 Scarlet & Violet, Skuntank fills the balanced role. It's leaning toward the physical side (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.
For Scarlet & Violet, Skuntank has answers, but so do you. Super-effective STAB from faster Pokemon is the simplest answer. Ground-type attackers hit hardest.
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