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=Biology= | =Biology= | ||
==Physiology== | ==Physiology== | ||
Pichu is a small ground dwelling rodent. Its fur is very short, and is has bright yellow coloration. The tips of its large ears are black, and it has additional black markings on its neck and tail. Its tail is short, but still bares some resemblance to the large lightening-bolt structure it will develop later on in life. It has pouches in its checks are pinkish colored, and used for storing electricity. | |||
===Gender differences=== | ===Gender differences=== | ||
None. | None. | ||
===Special abilities=== | ===Special abilities=== | ||
Pichu, like its evolutions, is capable of producing {{t|electric}}al sparks from its cheeks. However, since Pichu is only a [[baby Pokémon|baby]], it cannot control them as well, and may release electricity | Pichu, like its evolutions, is capable of producing {{t|electric}}al sparks from its cheeks. However, since Pichu is only a [[baby Pokémon|baby]], it cannot control them as well, and may release electricity unintentionally, fortunately it is not able to store large amounts of electricity in its body. | ||
==Behavior== | ==Behavior== | ||
Pichu are known for their playfulness. They | Pichu are social Pokémon known for their playfulness. They tend to be very mischievous and are always on the lookout for something fun to do. They are usually found in groups, typically with members of their own specie, but occasionally with other types of Pokémon.Like its evolutions, it is capable of storing electricity from the atmosphere, however, this ability requires much practice to perfect. Pichu are prone to randomly discharging electricity. Pichu are frequently observed touching tails will each other--creating a shower of sparks. While most pichu become distressed when they accidentally discharge sparks at another pichu, this tail touching ritual seems to be some form of test for the young Pokémon. | ||
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''Main article: [[Pokémon food]]'' | ''Main article: [[Pokémon food]]'' | ||
Pichu appear to be particularly found of apples. | |||
=In the anime= | =In the anime= |
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Pichu (Japanese: ピチュー Pichu) is an Electric-type Pokémon. First seen in the Generation II games, it can be obtained by breeding a female Pikachu or Raichu with a compatible male Pokémon, or a male Pikachu or Raichu with a Ditto.
Pichu comes with the Ability Static, which paralyzes the foe 30% of the time it uses a direct attack on Pichu.
Pichu evolves into Pikachu by gaining a level after its Tameness is 220 or above, then into Raichu when exposed to a Thunder Stone
Biology
Physiology
Pichu is a small ground dwelling rodent. Its fur is very short, and is has bright yellow coloration. The tips of its large ears are black, and it has additional black markings on its neck and tail. Its tail is short, but still bares some resemblance to the large lightening-bolt structure it will develop later on in life. It has pouches in its checks are pinkish colored, and used for storing electricity.
Gender differences
None.
Special abilities
Pichu, like its evolutions, is capable of producing electrical sparks from its cheeks. However, since Pichu is only a baby, it cannot control them as well, and may release electricity unintentionally, fortunately it is not able to store large amounts of electricity in its body.
Behavior
Pichu are social Pokémon known for their playfulness. They tend to be very mischievous and are always on the lookout for something fun to do. They are usually found in groups, typically with members of their own specie, but occasionally with other types of Pokémon.Like its evolutions, it is capable of storing electricity from the atmosphere, however, this ability requires much practice to perfect. Pichu are prone to randomly discharging electricity. Pichu are frequently observed touching tails will each other--creating a shower of sparks. While most pichu become distressed when they accidentally discharge sparks at another pichu, this tail touching ritual seems to be some form of test for the young Pokémon.
Habitat
Diet
Main article: Pokémon food
Pichu appear to be particularly found of apples.
In the anime
The Pichu Brothers are a pair of Pichu who have appeared in several places, including Pikachu and Pichu, Camp Pikachu, several episodes of Pokémon Chronicles, and the Pokémon Channel special Pichu Bros. in Party Panic.
Pichu also appeared in The Apple Corp. Many were stealing apples from a girl's apple orchid.
A Pichu had a role in Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Team Go-Getters out of the Gate! Pichu's big brother, Pikachu, was lost and he was so worried, the Baby Electric Mouse went out to find him. Pichu came across Team Meanies, but they played a horrible trick on Pichu when asked to join them. Pichu found Team Go-Getters, who gladly let him come along with them. Pichu was eventually kidnapped by the Skarmory that had kidnapped Pikachu.
In the manga
Gold owns a Pichu, the parents of which are Red's Pika and Yellow's Chuchu.
In the TCG
Pichu was first released in the Neo Genesis set, and to date is the only baby Pokémon that was released as only a holographic card, not counting promos.
Other appearances
Super Smash Bros. Melee
Pichu is a playable character. It can be unlocked by beating event 37 (Legendary Pokémon) or playing 200 matches in VS. mode. As it is very light and electric attacks do damage to itself as well as others, Pichu is considered to be a handicap character. It is technically the weakest character in the game.
Trophy information
Classic Mode
A Tiny Mouse Pokémon identifiable by its big ears, Pichu evolves into Pikachu. It's not very skilled at storing up electrical energy and will sometimes discharge it if jarred. Although it's small, it has enough electrical power to give even an adult quite a shock. It's often startled by its own power.
Adventure Mode
Compared with Pikachu, Pichu is a tad more nimble and a little more difficult to hit. Those are the only two advantages, however, and since Pichu damages itself when it uses electrical attacks, it's best suited for handicapped matches. Even though Pichu's tough to catch, it's easy to throw its tiny frame great distances.
All-Star Mode
Pichu is the lightest character in Super Smash Bros. Melee., and it's top of the class in weakness, too! For Pichu, it's all about scampering here and there to pick up items that will help it survive. The first warp in Agility causes 1 point of damage to Pichu, and the second causes 3, so try to limit the number of times you use the move.
Game data
NPC appearances
- Pokémon Stadium 2: Pichu stars in the mini-game "Pichu's Powerplant." Similar to Pikachu's and Voltorb's mini-game in Pokémon Stadium, you have to be the first to charge up the most electrical power in order to win.
- Pokémon Pinball: Ruby and Sapphire: Pichu will assist Pikachu on Ball-Saver duty for 50 coins or as a prize in the slot machine.
Pokédex entries
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Game locations
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In side games
Game | Location |
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Pokémon Box Ruby & Sapphire | Store 1,499 Pokémon from one cartridge* |
Pokémon Channel | Camp Starlight (Saturday) |
Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire | Hatch from egg |
Pokémon Trozei! | Huge Storage 1 Trozei Battle Mr. Who's Den |
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon | Joyous Tower (3F-6F) |
Pokémon Ranger | Lyra Forest Fall City |
Base stats
Stat | Range | ||
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At Lv. 50 | At Lv. 100 | ||
HP: 20
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80 - 127 | 150 - 244 | |
40
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40 - 101 | 76 - 196 | |
15
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18 - 73 | 31 - 141 | |
35
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36 - 95 | 67 - 185 | |
35
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36 - 95 | 67 - 185 | |
60
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58 - 123 | 112 - 240 | |
Total: 205
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Type effectiveness
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Learnset
By leveling up
By TM/HM
Game | Generation II | Generation III | Generation IV |
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TM02 | Headbutt | ||
TM03 | Curse | ||
TM04 | Rollout | ||
TM06 | Toxic | Toxic | Toxic |
TM07 | Zap Cannon | ||
TM10 | Hidden Power | Hidden Power | Hidden Power |
TM13 | Snore | ||
TM16 | Light Screen | Light Screen | |
TM17 | Protect | Protect | Protect |
TM18 | Rain Dance | Rain Dance | Rain Dance |
TM20 | Endure | ||
TM21 | Frustration | Frustration | Frustration |
TM23 | Iron Tail | Iron Tail | Iron Tail |
TM24 | Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt | |
TM25 | Thunder | Thunder | Thunder |
TM27 | Return | Return | Return |
TM31 | Mud Slap | ||
TM32 | Double Team | Double Team | Double Team |
TM34 | Swagger | Shock Wave | Shock Wave |
TM35 | Sleep Talk | ||
TM39 | Swift | ||
TM40 | Defense Curl | ||
TM42 | Facade | Facade | |
TM43 | Detect | Secret Power | Secret Power |
TM44 | Rest | Rest | Rest |
TM45 | Attract | Attract | Attract |
TM56 | Fling | ||
TM57 | Charge Beam | ||
TM58 | Endure | ||
TM70 | Flash | ||
TM73 | Thunder Wave | ||
TM78 | Captivate | ||
TM82 | Sleep Talk | ||
TM83 | Natural Gift | ||
TM86 | Grass Knot | ||
TM87 | Swagger | ||
TM90 | Substitute | ||
HM05 | Flash | Flash |
By breeding
Generation II | Generation III | Generation IV |
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Bide | Charge | Fake Out |
Doubleslap | Volt Tackle | Thunderpunch |
Encore | Wish | Tickle |
Present | ||
Reversal |
Note: In Pokémon Emerald, Diamond, and Pearl, breeding a female Pikachu or Raichu holding a Light Ball will result in a Pichu with Volt Tackle.
By tutoring
FRLG | Emerald |
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Body Slam | Defense Curl |
Counter | Endure |
Double-Edge | Mud-Slap |
Mega Kick | Rollout |
Mega Punch | Sleep Talk |
Mimic | Snore |
Seismic Toss | Swagger |
Substitute | Swift |
Thunder Wave |
Special moves
The egg in Pokémon Box will hatch into a Pichu with Surf.
In Pokémon Mystery Dungeon, Pichu will learn Volt Tackle at level 50 if it has at least 333 IQ points, gained by feeding it 48 Yellow Gummis. If this requirement is not met until after level 50, Volt Tackle will still be available at the Move Relearner.
Side game data
Evolution
Sprites
Gen | Game | ||||||
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I | Red | Blue | Yellow | Red (Ja) | Green | Back | |
This Pokémon did not appear during Generation I. | |||||||
II | Gold | Silver | Crystal | Back | |||
III | Ruby | Sapphire | Emerald | FireRed | LeafGreen | Back | |
IV | Diamond | Pearl | Platinum | HeartGold | SoulSilver | Back | |
V | Black | White | Black 2 | White 2 | Back | ||
Trivia
- Pichu is the only Generation II Pokémon to be used in Super Smash Bros. Melee. Like in the anime, it hurts itself when using electrical attacks.
Origin
It draws inspiration from mice, squirrels, and various other rodents.
Name origin
Pichu's name is a shortening of the name Pikachu to indicate that it is less than Pikachu. Its name, like Pikachu's, is a combination of ぴかぴか pikapika, which is Japanese onomatopoeia for sparkle, and ちゅうちゅう chūchū, which is the sound of squeaking.
In other languages
Related articles
External links
- Article on Wikipedia
- Chuu!, the fanlisting for Pichu at The Anime Fanlistings Network
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