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skitty
Generation III · #0300 — Kitten Pokémon
Skitty is a Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III, occupying the National Pokédex slot #300. This adorable Kitten Pokémon has become a beloved fixture in the franchise since its debut in Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, earning recognition for its irresistibly cute appearance and playful disposition. Standing at just 0.6 meters tall and weighing a modest 11.0 kilograms, Skitty punches above its weight class in terms of popularity among trainers and collectors worldwide. With a base stat total of 260, Skitty's balanced but modest stats of 50 HP and 50 Speed are offset by its charming personality and surprising utility in gameplay. The Pokémon is known for having the highest catch rate in the entire Pokédex at 255, making it exceptionally easy to capture in the wild, though finding one with a favorable nature often requires patience.
Base Stats
Height
0.6m
Weight
11.0kg
Category
Kitten Pokémon
Gender
Male 25% / Female 75%
Color
pink
Shape
quadruped
Habitat
forest
Abilities
Has a 30% chance of infatuating attacking Pokémon on contact.
Makes the Pokémon's moves all act normal-type.
Lowers incoming non-damaging moves' base accuracy to exactly 50%.
Skitty Biology & Physical Characteristics
Skitty is a small, feline Pokémon with predominantly pink coloration and a distinctly stumpy, rounded body supported by four short legs. Its face features a striking cream-colored, crescent-shaped marking that gives it an perpetually innocent expression, complemented by slit-like eyes and tufted ears with purple interiors. Perhaps its most distinctive feature is its slender tail, which terminates in a bulky pink section adorned with three pin-like structures topped with yellow ball-like tips that resemble sparkles or bells. When entering battle, Skitty's tail puffs out dramatically as the Pokémon assumes a defensive posture, simultaneously threatening opponents with a sharp, piercing growl that belies its cute exterior. Internally, Skitty possesses three potential abilities that define its battle capabilities: Cute Charm grants a 30% chance of infatuating attacking Pokémon upon contact, making physical attackers hesitant to engage directly; Normalize transforms all of Skitty's moves into Normal-type attacks, providing type consistency at the cost of specialized coverage; and its hidden ability Wonder Skin reduces the accuracy of non-damaging moves to exactly 50%, offering surprising defensive utility against status move-focused opponents.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Skitty Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Skitty exhibits an unusually skewed gender distribution within the Pokémon world, with an 75% female to 25% male ratio that makes female specimens significantly more common in both wild and captive populations. This gender ratio influences breeding dynamics and has led to numerous jokes and commentary within the Pokémon community regarding the relative scarcity of male Skitty. The species belongs to both the Fairy and Field egg groups, granting it considerable breeding flexibility and allowing it to produce diverse offspring when paired with compatible Pokémon. With a base friendship value of 70, Skitty is moderately friendly toward trainers by default, though patience is still required to fully earn its trust as documented in multiple Pokédex entries. The species boasts a relatively fast growth rate and hatches from eggs relatively quickly, requiring only 15 egg cycles—approximately 3,599 to 3,855 steps—making it an accessible choice for players seeking to breed Pokémon early in their adventure. The combination of high catch rate and reasonable breeding parameters makes Skitty an ideal species for new players learning breeding mechanics and team composition.
Held Items
Sprites
Held Items
pecha-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when poisoned to cure poison.
Cost: 80
pecha-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when poisoned to cure poison.
Cost: 80
leppa-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when a move runs out of PP to restore its PP by 10.
Cost: 80
leppa-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when a move runs out of PP to restore its PP by 10.
Cost: 80
leppa-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when a move runs out of PP to restore its PP by 10.
Cost: 80
leppa-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when a move runs out of PP to restore its PP by 10.
Cost: 80
leppa-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when a move runs out of PP to restore its PP by 10.
Cost: 80
leppa-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when a move runs out of PP to restore its PP by 10.
Cost: 80
leppa-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when a move runs out of PP to restore its PP by 10.
Cost: 80
leppa-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when a move runs out of PP to restore its PP by 10.
Cost: 80
leppa-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when a move runs out of PP to restore its PP by 10.
Cost: 80
leppa-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when a move runs out of PP to restore its PP by 10.
Cost: 80
leppa-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when a move runs out of PP to restore its PP by 10.
Cost: 80
leppa-berry
medicine
Held: Consumed when a move runs out of PP to restore its PP by 10.
Cost: 80
TMs & HMs
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm01
ultra sun ultra moon
tm01
sun moon
tm02
crystal
tm02
gold silver
tm03
ruby sapphire
tm03
platinum
tm03
firered leafgreen
tm03
heartgold soulsilver
tm03
diamond pearl
tm03
emerald
tm03
xd
tm03
colosseum
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm04
gold silver
tm04
emerald
tm04
firered leafgreen
tm04
ruby sapphire
tm04
diamond pearl
tm04
crystal
+670 more TMs/HMs
Skitty Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Skitty undergoes a straightforward evolutionary transformation into Delcatty when exposed to a Moon Stone, representing one of the more accessible evolution methods in the Pokédex. This evolution marks a significant shift in the Pokémon's physiology and stat distribution, with Delcatty gaining considerable increases in Attack, Special Attack, and Special Defense while maintaining Normal typing. The evolution reflects Skitty's maturation from a kitten-like creature into a more feline, cat-like Pokémon, with corresponding changes to its body structure and behavioral patterns. Delcatty's enhanced stats make it a more viable competitive option than its pre-evolution, though both forms remain niche choices in the broader metagame. Notably, Skitty and Delcatty share the distinction of being the only known Pokémon capable of possessing the Normalize ability, making them uniquely positioned for trainers seeking type consistency in their movesets.
Where to Find
hoenn route 116
hoenn
+3 more
sinnoh route 222
sinnoh
+3 more
castelia city
unova
+1 more
kalos route 4
kalos
+1 more
Skitty Behaviour and Natural Habitat
The defining characteristic of Skitty's behavior is its compulsive fascination with moving objects, a trait documented extensively across multiple Pokédex entries. This impulsive nature drives Skitty to chase virtually anything that moves, often resulting in the humorous behavior of chasing its own tail in circles until it becomes dizzy and disoriented. While this playfulness makes Skitty endearing to observers, it also reflects a certain lack of impulse control that trainers must account for in their interactions with the species. In the wild, Skitty inhabits holes within the trunks and hollows of large trees found in tropical and temperate forests, where the abundance of insects and small prey provides adequate sustenance. The dense forest environment offers protection and multiple stimuli for Skitty's chase instincts, creating an ideal natural habitat. Despite being somewhat difficult to earn the trust of wild Skitty due to their skittish nature and independent personality, the species has become exceptionally popular as a pet Pokémon, with many trainers drawn to its adorable looks and entertaining behavioral quirks that make it an engaging companion.
Pokedex Entries
Generation III
SKITTY has the habit of becoming fascinated by moving objects and chasing them around. This POKéMON is known to chase after its own tail and become dizzy.
SKITTY is known to chase around playfully after its own tail. In the wild, this POKéMON lives in holes in the trees of forests. It is very popular as a pet because of its adorable looks.
A SKITTY’s adorably cute behavior makes it highly popular. In battle, it makes its tail puff out. It threatens foes with a sharp growl.
It is said to be difficult to earn its trust. However, it is extremely popular for its cute looks and behavior.
Generation IV
It can’t stop itself from chasing moving things, and it runs in a circle, chasing its own tail.
It’s adorable when it chases its own tail. It’s difficult to earn its trust.
Generation V
It can’t stop itself from chasing moving things, and it runs in a circle, chasing its own tail.
It shows its cute side by chasing its own tail until it gets dizzy.
Generation VI
It can’t stop itself from chasing moving things, and it runs in a circle, chasing its own tail.
It shows its cute side by chasing its own tail until it gets dizzy.
Skitty has the habit of becoming fascinated by moving objects and chasing them around. This Pokémon is known to chase after its own tail and become dizzy.
Skitty is known to chase around playfully after its own tail. In the wild, this Pokémon lives in holes in the trees of forests. It is very popular as a pet because of its adorable looks.
Skitty Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Skitty derives from a combination of 'skittish' and 'kitty,' perfectly capturing the Pokémon's nervous, easily-spooked nature combined with its feline appearance. The Japanese name Eneko (エネコ) similarly suggests energy and cat-like qualities, emphasizing the species' energetic and playful demeanor. Visually, Skitty's design draws clear inspiration from domestic kittens and cats, with exaggerated features that enhance its appeal to players of all ages. The distinctive crescent marking on its face echoes common anime and kawaii design tropes, while the bulbous tail with its three sparkly tips adds a magical, whimsical quality that sets it apart from realistic feline designs. The color palette of soft pink with cream-colored accents was deliberately chosen to maximize cuteness appeal, contributing significantly to Skitty's commercial and cultural success. The tufted ears with purple interiors provide visual contrast and emphasize the Pokémon's playful personality, making it instantly recognizable and memorable in the franchise's vast creature roster.
Learnable Moves
Skitty can learn 85 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| assist | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| baby doll eyes | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| baton pass | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| blizzard | ice | Special | 110 | 70 | 5 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| calm mind | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| captivate | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| charge beam | electric | Special | 50 | 90 | 10 |
| charm | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| copycat | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| cosmic power | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| covet | normal | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| defense curl | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| disarming voice | fairy | Special | 40 | — | 15 |
| double slap | normal | Physical | 15 | 85 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| dream eater | psychic | Special | 100 | 100 | 15 |
| echoed voice | normal | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| fake out | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 10 |
| fake tears | dark | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| feint attack | dark | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| flash | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| foresight | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fury swipes | normal | Physical | 18 | 80 | 15 |
| grass knot | grass | Special | — | 100 | 20 |
| growl | normal | Status | — | 100 | 40 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| heal bell | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hyper voice | normal | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| ice beam | ice | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| icy wind | ice | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| last resort | normal | Physical | 140 | 100 | 5 |
| mimic | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| mud bomb | ground | Special | 65 | 85 | 10 |
| mud slap | ground | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| nasty plot | dark | Status | — | — | 20 |
| natural gift | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| payback | dark | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 |
| play rough | fairy | Physical | 90 | 90 | 10 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psych up | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| retaliate | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| rollout | rock | Physical | 30 | 90 | 20 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| shadow ball | ghost | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| shock wave | electric | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| simple beam | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| sing | normal | Status | — | 55 | 15 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| solar beam | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sucker punch | dark | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swift | normal | Special | 60 | — | 20 |
| tackle | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| tail whip | normal | Status | — | 100 | 30 |
| thunder | electric | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| thunder wave | electric | Status | — | 90 | 20 |
| thunderbolt | electric | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| tickle | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| uproar | normal | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| wake up slap | fighting | Physical | 70 | 100 | 10 |
| water pulse | water | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| wild charge | electric | Physical | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| wish | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
| zen headbutt | psychic | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 |
Skitty Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battling, Skitty remains a niche choice due to its modest base stat total of 260 and unimpressive offensive capabilities, with only 45 Attack and 35 Special Attack limiting its damage output. The Cute Charm ability provides marginal defensive utility by potentially infatuating physical attackers, though the 30% activation rate makes it unreliable as a primary defensive strategy. The Normalize ability offers more consistent competitive value by allowing Skitty to guarantee type consistency across its movepool, enabling strategies focused on specific move combinations that benefit from Normal-type classification. Wonder Skin, the hidden ability, presents the most interesting competitive angle by reducing incoming non-damaging moves to 50% accuracy, effectively countering common competitive tactics relying on status moves and setup opportunities. Skitty's Speed stat of 50 is particularly problematic in competitive formats, as it outspeeds very few threats and often requires external speed control through Trick Room or similar mechanics. While Skitty lacks the stats and movepool for consistent competitive success in higher-tier formats, it occasionally finds use in casual and lower-tier competitive settings where its ability combinations and moderate defenses can provide unexpected value. Players seeking to use Skitty competitively typically focus on its status-prevention capabilities through Wonder Skin or its type-consistency benefits through Normalize, supplemented by defensive EVs and careful moveset construction.
Commonly Asked Questions About Skitty
What type is Skitty?
Skitty is a normal type Pokemon.
What does Skitty evolve into?
Skitty evolves into delcatty.
What are Skitty's weaknesses?
Skitty is weak to fighting type moves.
Where can I find Skitty?
Skitty can be found in hoenn route 116 (hoenn), sinnoh route 222 (sinnoh) and castelia city (unova) and 1 other locations.
Skitty Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Skitty achieved significant cultural prominence through its prominent appearance in the Pokémon animated series, particularly as the beloved Pokémon of Gym Leader Wallace's companion and contest rival May, whose Skitty became one of the most recognizable and fan-favorite Pokémon of the Advanced Generation era. The character of May's Skitty generated substantial fan engagement through its playful personality and endearing relationship with its trainer, spawning numerous fan communities and artwork dedicated to the pairing. The species has maintained consistent popularity in subsequent Pokémon media, appearing in various spin-off games and animated productions, cementing its status as a franchise-wide beloved icon. Skitty's design has been frequently cited as exemplifying the franchise's mastery of kawaii aesthetic and cute creature design, influencing discussions about character design philosophy in monster-collecting games. The species inspired numerous merchandising opportunities including plushies, figurines, and trading cards that remain sought-after collectibles among dedicated Pokémon enthusiasts. Online communities continue to celebrate Skitty through fan art, fiction, and competitive innovation, demonstrating the lasting appeal of the species despite its competitive limitations. The prominence of cute-focused Pokémon like Skitty contributed significantly to establishing the franchise's broad appeal beyond traditional gaming demographics.
Where to Find Skitty in Every Pokémon Game
Skitty was initially introduced in Generation III games Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, where it could be caught in Routes 110 and 120 as a relatively common encounter, and also appears in Pokémon Emerald with similar availability. In subsequent generations, Skitty has remained consistently available across most Pokédex titles, appearing in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum with moderate catch rates. The species appears in later generations including Black 2 and White 2, X and Y, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, and numerous other mainline titles, making it accessible to most players. Skitty also appears in Pokémon Ranger where trainer Teresa owns multiple Skitty that escape during the game's narrative, creating a memorable side mission. In competitive Pokémon titles and spin-offs, Skitty maintains broad availability reflecting its popularity and fundamental design appeal. The species benefits from both trainer availability and NPC appearances that contribute to its presence throughout the franchise. Modern Pokémon Legends: Arceus and Pokémon Scarlet and Violet maintain Skitty's accessibility, ensuring new generations of players can experience this cherished Normal-type. The consistent availability of Skitty across multiple generations and games underscores its status as a flagship franchise member deserving of perpetual inclusion in new titles.