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

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In this episode, Rhys and Felicity light up the studio with Pikachu—Pokédex #25 and the single most iconic Pokémon in the entire franchise.

They dive into what makes Pikachu the worldwide mascot of the series: its adorable design, its electric powers, its sky-high popularity, and that unmistakable spark from its bright red cheeks. From its pure Electric typing to moves and abilities that shock opponents (literally), Rhys and Felicity explain why Pikachu is beloved by beginners, veterans, and everyone in between.

Learn how its abilities Static and Lightning Rod make Pikachu dangerous up close and surprisingly strategic in battle. Discover why Ground types are Pikachu’s worst nightmare, and why sending Pikachu against an Onix is basically asking for disappointment. The siblings also explain Pikachu’s size, personality, and why its mood can accidentally determine whether everything around it gets zapped.

They explore fun facts about Pikachu’s cheek sparks, its forest-dwelling social groups, and its love for sweet berries. Plus, they break down Pikachu’s full evolution line — from tiny Pichu to classic Raichu or the chill, surfing Alolan Raichu — and share whether they would catch this world-famous mascot on their team.

Of course, they wrap up with an electric guitar joke (which surprisingly lands), and plenty of the energetic humor listeners expect.

Also in this episode:

Pikachu’s Traits and Abilities:
A pure Electric type with Static (chance to paralyze on contact) or Lightning Rod (draws in Electric moves and boosts Special Attack). Versatile, fun, and surprisingly tactical.

Physical Characteristics:
About 1’4″ tall and 13 pounds — small, cute, and perfect for shocking cuddles. Stores electricity in its cheeks and releases sparks based on emotion.

Behavior & Habitat:
Wild Pikachu live in forest groups, using teamwork and their electric abilities to communicate and protect each other.

Evolution Line:
Pichu → evolves into Pikachu through friendship → evolves into Raichu with a Thunder Stone (or Alolan Raichu if in the Alola region).

In Battle:
Hits Water and Flying types hard, but completely ineffective against Ground types. Best used for speed, surprise, and strategic paralysis.

Sibling Banter:
Everything from “shocking cuddles” to berries, sparks, and a very on-brand guitar joke.

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