Smeargle
Smeargle
Painter Pokémon
The fluid of Smeargle’s tail secretions changes in the intensity of its hue as the Pokémon’s emotions change.
Smeargle is No. 0235 in the National Pokédex and is listed here as a Normal-type Painter Pokémon. The fluid of Smeargle’s tail secretions changes in the intensity of its hue as the Pokémon’s emotions change. This page brings together its key game data, including typing, abilities, base stats, evolution details, forms, Pokédex entries and moves, so it can be used as a quick reference before building out a deeper guide.
Smeargle first belongs to Generation Ii. Smeargle does not have a longer evolution chain recorded in the current local data. Its strongest listed base stat is Speed, which helps show where it naturally fits when comparing Pokémon by role. Its abilities can include Own Tempo, Technician and Moody, giving players useful options when comparing forms, movesets and team roles. The sections below are generated from the local Pokémon database and can be expanded later with matchup advice, best games to use it in, notable appearances and more detailed strategy notes.
Smeargle at a glance
- Type
- NORMAL
- Weak to
- FIGHTING2×
- Best base stat
- Speed — 75
- Abilities
- Own Tempo, Technician, Moody (Hidden)
- Evolution
- Final stage or no evolution data
- Height
- 1.2 m
- Weight
- 58.0 kg
- Generation
- Generation Ii
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Capture rate
- 45
- Base happiness
- 70
Type effectiveness
Damage taken when Smeargle is hit by each type:
Weak to
Immune to
Based on Normal typing. Abilities may modify these matchups.
Evolution family
Pokémon Gold and Silver
Pokédex entries
A special fluid oozes from the tip of its tail. It paints the fluid everywhere to mark its territory.
Once it becomes an adult, it has a tendency to let its comrades plant footprints on its back.
Level-up moves
| Level | Move | Type | Power | Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sketch | NORMAL | — | — |