#0235
— Painter Pokémon
Smeargle
Abilities
MetaMons competitive notes
Smeargle is a normal-type Pokémon whose base stats lean toward Speed — at 250 BST it is a low total for competitive play, with mid-pack speed (base 75) and a mixed attacking profile. Its Own Tempo ability matters more than the raw numbers when it hits the field: check what it does before deciding between a sweeper, pivot, or support role for Smeargle. Build around what Smeargle actually threatens, not its in-game lore — start from its weaknesses and strongest STAB moves, then decide whether its Speed, bulk, or coverage justifies a team slot.
Smeargle is a Normal-type Pokémon. Full weakness, resistance, and immunity breakdown below.
Smeargle is a Normal-type, so it takes super-effective damage from Fighting. It is immune to Ghost.
- Fighting2× damage
Smeargle takes neutral damage from all types it does not resist or is not weak to.
- Ghost0× damage
To counter Smeargle in competitive play, bring Pokémon that can hit back with Fighting moves and can withstand its Normal STAB attacks.
Want the full picture? See Smeargle's base stats, moveset, and evolution chain.
