Introduced in the second generation of Pokemon, with the Pokemon Gold and Silver games, Smeargle is a well rounded Normal type. It is not known to evolve into or from any Pokemon and is a good Pokemon for those starting off on their journey but that changes soon after. While it may be a good choice for early on, as you catch more powerful Pokemon, Smeargle struggles to keep up.
About Smeargle
| First appearance in anime | In the Pikachu short: Pikachu & Pichu |
| First appearance in game | Pokemon Gold and Silver |
| Region | Johto |
| Evolution | Not known to evolve into or from any Pokemon |
| Pokedex Entry | Smeargle marks the boundaries of its territory using a body fluid that leaks out from the tip of its tail. Over 5,000 different marks left by this Pokémon have been found. It draws symbols with the fluid that oozes from the tip of its tail. Depending on the symbol, Smeargle fanatics will pay big money for them. |
Smeargle Base stats
| HP | 55 |
| Attack | 20 |
| Defense | 35 |
| Sp. Attack | 20 |
| Ap. Defense | 45 |
| Speed | 75 |
Appearance
Smeargle is a small bipedal Pokemon that barely reaches waist height for many trainers as it isn’t as large when compared to others. Smeargle has mostly white fur, with brown splotches across its legs, arms, ears and eyes. It has a tail that could be used for a paintbrush and has on its head something that looks like a beret.
Behavior
Using their tail, Smeargle will mark what it considers its property with paint from its tail. The color of a Smeargle’s paint will change, depending on how they feel. Each Smeargle has its own signature, which makes them unique and something of a collectors item for humans. They purchase markings, and try to collect from a single.
Strengths and Weaknesses
With no Evolutions or powerups, Smeargle might not be the best choice when it comes to battles. While it has a move that allows it to copy the opponent’s move, it’s a risk that is almost never worth it, as combined with Smeargle’s low speed it rarely gets to strike first. But as an archetype Normal type Pokemon, it is only weak to Fighting type moves and takes twice the damage from them. Furthermore, Smeargle is immune to Ghost type moves and takes no damage as a result.
Shiny Smeargle
With it hard to locate in the wild, finding a Shiny Smeargle is tricky as it is tough to track down. The main difference between a normal and Shiny Smeargle is also subtle, as Shiny Smeargle’s main color is now a light yellow, and its tail is now red. . To get a Shiny Smeargle of your own, you’ll have to find one in the wild or hatch one from an egg although you could always find someone willing to trade one. Like all shiny Pokemon, Shiny Smeargle gains a starry animation upon entering battle.
How to catch Smeargle in Pokemon Go?
Smeargle is unique to capture, as it is not available anywhere or in raids. Instead, you have to take a picture with your Pokemon, and there will be the chance that Smeargle will “photobomb” one of those pictures. After that, it’s a simple catch but, once caught, Smeargle will have the same moveset of the buddy you originally took the picture of.
Trivia
- Smeargle can learn universally any move with Sketch
- Smeargle can have different colored tails
- Smeargle makes in appearance in Super Smash Bros Ultimate as a Spirit
FAQs
Q. Is Smeargle a Legendary Pokemon?
No, Smeargle is not a Legendary Pokemon.
Q. What is Smeargle' weakness?
Pokemon with Fighting Type moves have the ability to easily knock Smeargle out of battle.
Q. What is Smeargle’ Hidden Ability?
Smeargle’ hidden ability is Moody which means that at the end of a turn, one stat will move up by two points while another goes down by one.
Conclusion
Even though this Pokemon has plenty of potential, the risk and setup used to unlock it doesn't seem worth it. However, Smeargle is still a good choice for beginner trainers and can be used to pave a way to catch more powerful Pokemon.
