Ekans | Stats, Moves, Evolution & Locations | The Pokemon Pokedex With Rhys & Felicity

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In this episode, Rhys and Felicity slide into the world of Ekans—Pokédex #23 and Kanto’s classic sneaky serpent with serious ninja-snake energy.

They dig into Ekans’ pure Poison typing, explaining how it can take down Grass and Fairy types but should stay far, far away from strong Ground or Psychic Pokémon. Rhys and Felicity also break down Ekans’ abilities: Intimidate, which lowers the opponent’s Attack, and Shed Skin, which lets Ekans shake off status problems like it’s saying, “Nope, absolutely not today.”

Learn why Ekans’ long, noodle-like body makes it quick, quiet, and great at sneaking around, and how its ability to swallow food whole is both impressive and slightly terrifying. The siblings also explore Ekans’ rattling tail, its egg-based diet, and why it can move without a single sound—full stealth mode activated.

Of course, they highlight Ekans’ evolution into Arbok at level 22, where it gains size, strength, and that dramatic cobra-style hood that every 90s kid remembers from the anime.

As always, Rhys and Felicity wrap things up with whether they’d catch one, a wiggly-themed Ekans joke, and their signature playful banter that keeps each episode fun and lively.

Also in this episode:

Ekans’ Traits and Abilities:
A pure Poison type with Intimidate (lowers opponent’s Attack) or Shed Skin (chance to cure status conditions). Great utility for debuffing and staying in battles longer.

Physical Characteristics:
About 6’7” long but only 15 pounds—long, flexible, and built for silent movement. Known for swallowing prey whole and hunting quietly.

Behavior & Lifestyle:
Ekans moves without making a sound, scares enemies with its rattle, and loves eating eggs. Its stealth and patience make it a natural ambush predator.

Battle Strengths:
Strong against Grass and Fairy types; weak to Ground and Psychic. A helpful early Poison option with good debuff potential.

Evolution Line:
Ekans → evolves into Arbok at level 22, gaining a larger body, more attack power, and its iconic patterned hood.

Sibling Chaos Moment:
“Poison noodle,” “long pool noodle,” and wiggly jokes galore.

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