Overview

The original Pokémon superstar (if not actually a starter Pokémon; you’re looking for Pokémon Trainer for that) makes a speedy, evasive brawler. Pikachu’s attacks are usually fast and hit multiple times over a long active period. Thunder Jolt adds a harassing projectile option that’s easy to implement, and regular Thunder is a defensive vertical projectile. Skull Bash and Quick Attack provide locomotion options. Quick Attack by itself gives Pikachu access to some of the most varied air movement possible.

Movement specials and good mobility give Pikachu a fighting chance when launched far away, and being a lightweight means Pikachu has a decent chance of shuffling out of an opponent’s juggle attempts. But being lightweight also means that Pikachu is easier to hurl a long distance in the first place, or even KO outright off solid hits.

Pikachu Vitals

Movement Options

Movement Ranks