Pikachu - How to Get, Location, Evolution, and Research Tasks

Pikachu in Other Pokemon Games
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Pikachu is one of the Pokemon found in Pokemon Legends: Arceus. Read on for more information on how to get Pikachu and all locations, its evolutions, type advantages, stats, what moves Pikachu learns, and how to complete all research tasks for Pikachu.

Hisui Pokedex
Pichu (#55)	Pikachu (#56)	Raichu (#57)

How to Get Pikachu

All Map Locations

Obsidian Fieldlands

Obsidian Fieldlands Map Locations

Obsidian Fieldlands Map and Pokemon List

Crimson Mirelands

Crimson Mirelands Map Locations

Crimson Mirelands Map and Pokemon List

Cobalt Coastlands

Cobalt Coastlands Map Locations

Cobalt Coastlands Map and Pokemon List

Locations where Pikachu Appears

Time and Weather when Pikachu Appears

Time and Weather Symbols Key

Times of Day	Weather Conditions
Morning Midday Evening Nightfall	Clear Cloudy Rainy Snowy	Strong Sunlight Foggy Thunderstorm Snowstorm

Weather Guide: All Weather Types and Effects

Can Also Be Caught in Space-Time Distortions

In addition to its Pokedex entry location, Pikachu can be caught randomly in Space-Time Distortions as well.

Space-Time Distortions: How to Find and List of Pokemon

Appears in Massive Mass Outbreaks

This Pokemon can appear in Massive Mass Outbreaks in the following maps after downloading the Daybreak and Ver. 1.1.0 Update.

Massive Mass Outbreaks Guide and List of Pokemon

Can be found near Nature's Pantry in Obsidian Fieldlands

Pikachu can appear at the northeastern area of Nature's Pantry in Obsidian Fieldlands, near the cliff overlooking the river.

If Pikachu doesn't appear, you can explore the area for a bit and come back or head back to Jubilife Village and return to Obsidian Fieldlands until it spawns.

Pikachu Location in Obsidian Fieldlands

Recommended Nature for Pikachu

Natures that increase Special Attack

Most of Pikachu's Electric-type moves are special attacks, so it is recommended to use a Pikachu with a Nature that boosts its Special Attack stat.

You can also use Natures that increase Speed

As an alternative, you can also use a Pikachu with a Nature that boosts its Speed stat, which helps it attack more frequently in the turn order. Do take note that since its Special Attack stat does not receive boosts, its attacks will be weaker.

Nature Chart and How to Check Natures

Pikachu Evolution

Evolution Line
Pichu	High Friendship →	Pikachu	Thunder Stone →	Raichu

Research Tasks for Pikachu

Research Tasks and Objectives

	Research Task	Objectives
	Number caught	1/2/4/10/15
	Number of light specimens you've caught	1/2/5/7/10
	Number you've caught without being spotted	1/2/4/6/10
	Number defeated	1/2/4/6/10
	Times you've seen it use Thunder Shock	1/3/6/12/25
	Times you've seen it use Thunder Bolt	1/3/8/20/40
	Number of dfferent forms you've obtained	2
	Number you've evolved	1/2/3

= 2 Research Levels

How to Complete Pikachu's Research Tasks Fast

Without being spotted, catch four. If you haven't caught both a male and a female in those three, defeat one.

As you progress through the story, the number of Research Points you still need for each Pokemon will undoubtedly change, but following the process above and skipping unneeded steps will work for achieving the goal.

Research Tasks Guide: How to Complete the Pokedex

Pikachu Type and Basic Info

Pikachu - Basic Info

Category	Mouse Pokemon
Type
Height	1' 04"	Weight	13.2 lbs
Pokedex Entry	Possesses cheek sacs in which it stores electricity. This clever forest-dweller roasts tough berries with an electric shock before consuming them.

Preferred Foods

Preferred Foods
Springy Mushroom	Dazzling Honey	Hearty Grains	Plump Beans

Item Drops (Items Carried)

Items Carried
Spoiled Apricorn	Oran Berry

Pikachu Type Effectiveness

	Type
Takes 4x damage (Weakness)	-
Takes 2x damage (Weakness)
Takes 0.5x damage (Resistance)
Takes 1/4x damage (Resistance)	-
Takes 0x damage (Immunity)	-

Unlisted types deal neutral damage to Pikachu

Pikachu Base Stats

Pikachu Learnset

Learnset by Leveling Up

Lv. (Master)	Move	Type	BP	Acc.	PP
1 (9)	Thunder Shock		40	100	25
5 (14)	Quick Attack		40	100	20
9 (18)	Thunder Wave		0	90	20
15 (25)	Swift		60	-	20
21 (31)	Spark		65	100	20
29 (40)	Thunderbolt		80	100	10
37 (48)	Iron Tail		100	75	5
47 (59)	Thunder		100	75	5

Learned from the Training Grounds

Move	Type	BP	Acc	PP
Rock Smash		40	100	20
Swift		60	-	20
Calm Mind		0	-	10
Rest		0	-	10
Baby-Doll Eyes		0	100	20
Thunder Punch		75	100	10
Iron Tail		100	75	5
Charge Beam		50	90	15
Wild Charge		85	100	10
Play Rough		85	90	10
Thunderbolt		80	100	10
Volt Tackle		120	100	5

Pikachu Pokedex Number

Hisui Pokedex
Pichu (#55)	Pikachu (#56)	Raichu (#57)

Pokemon Legends: Arceus Related Guides

Pikachu in Other Pokemon Games

Pikachu in Other Pokemon Games
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Pokemon Legends: Arceus Pokedex

Hisui Pokedex: List of All Pokemon

Special Pokemon

Special Pokemon
Starter Pokemon	Alpha Pokemon	Noble Pokemon

Pokemon by Generation

Pokemon Generations
Gen 1	Gen 2	Gen 3	Gen 4
Gen 5	Gen 6	Gen 7	Gen 8

All Pokemon by Generation

Pokemon by Type

Types
Bug	Dark	Dragon
Electric	Fairy	Fighting
Fire	Flying	Ghost
Grass	Ground	Ice
Normal	Poison	Psychic
Rock	Steel	Water

Pokemon by Stats

All Pokemon by Base Stats