Inkay Pokédex: Stats, Weaknesses, Evolution and Moves
Inkay
Revolving Pokémon
It spins while making its luminescent spots flash. These spots allow it to communicate with others by using different patterns of light.
Inkay Pokédex brings together the essential information for Inkay, including its typing, weaknesses, base stats, abilities, evolution line, forms, Pokédex entries and appearances across Pokémon games. Inkay is National Pokédex #686 and was introduced in Generation VI. It is a Dark and Psychic-type Pokémon.
This Inkay Pokédex covers Inkay across the Pokémon series rather than focusing on one game. You can use it to check core stats, weaknesses, evolution, forms, moves, locations and game appearances, then follow the related guides for more detailed game-specific help. It spins while making its luminescent spots flash. These spots allow it to communicate with others by using different patterns of light.
Inkay at a glance
- Type
- DARKPSYCHIC
- Weak to
- BUG4×FAIRY2×
- Best base stat
- Attack — 54
- Abilities
- Contrary, Suction Cups, Infiltrator (Hidden)
- Next evolution
- Malamar — Level 30
Inkay Pokédex overview
Inkay has the Dark and Psychic typing, it belongs to Generation VI, its Pokédex classification is the Revolving Pokémon. It spins while making its luminescent spots flash. These spots allow it to communicate with others by using different patterns of light. The quick facts below bring together the key measurements and species details, while the rest of the Inkay Pokédex breaks down its battle strengths, evolution, forms and appearances in more detail.
Inkay quick facts
- Height
- 0.4 m
- Weight
- 3.5 kg
- Generation
- Generation VI
- Growth rate
- Medium
- Capture rate
- 190
- Base happiness
- 70
Inkay Pokédex type and weaknesses
Inkay is weak to Bug (4×) and Fairy. It is immune to Psychic. These matchups come from Inkay's typing, making this a quick way to check which attacking types are super effective against Inkay and which types it can resist more comfortably.
Inkay type effectiveness
Damage taken when Inkay is hit by each type:
Very weak to
Weak to
Immune to
Based on Dark / Psychic typing. Abilities may modify these matchups.
Inkay Pokédex stats
Inkay has a base stat total of 288, with Attack as its highest listed base stat at 54. In the Inkay Pokédex, base stats are useful for comparing natural strengths before a particular game layers on level, training, moves, abilities or battle formats. The bars below show the six standard stats side by side, making it easier to see where Inkay is naturally strongest and where its lower base values sit.
Inkay Pokédex abilities
Inkay can have Contrary, Suction Cups and Infiltrator as its Hidden Ability. Abilities can significantly change how Inkay functions in battle, so they are worth considering alongside its typing and base stats. Any Hidden Ability is identified separately below.
Inkay abilities
Contrary
Inverts stat changes.
Suction Cups
Prevents being forced out of battle by other Pokémon's moves.
Infiltrator Hidden
Bypasses Light Screen, Reflect, and Safeguard.
Inkay Pokédex evolution
No additional evolution information is shown for Inkay. The evolution section shows the family together and includes evolution requirements where they apply, making it easy to see how each stage connects. Each Pokémon in the family can also be opened in its own Pokédex guide.
Inkay evolution family
Inkay evolution requirements
Evolves into
Malamar
Level 30
Inkay Pokédex forms and shiny appearance
Inkay has 1 form shown on this Inkay Pokédex page. Alternate forms are grouped together so you can compare them in one place, while the artwork switcher lets you view the standard and shiny appearance when shiny artwork is available.
Inkay Pokédex game appearances
Inkay appears in 6 Pokémon titles, including Shield, Sword, Ultra Sun, Ultra ♂oon, X and Y. Availability differs between games, so the list below separates each title and makes it easier to see where Inkay appears without assuming the same method or location applies everywhere.
Inkay game availability
This uses imported PokéAPI encounter and game-index records. It does not guarantee current transfer, DLC or event availability.
Where can you find Inkay?
The locations below show where Inkay can be found across Pokémon games, including the encounter method, level range and encounter chance where available. Use the filters to narrow the list to a particular game and find the location information you need.
Inkay encounter locations
| Game | Location | Method | Level | Chance | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shield | Galar Route 7 Area | Overworld | 37–41 | 10% | — |
| Shield | Galar Route 9 Circhester Bay | Walk | 39–43 | 25% | — |
| Sword | Galar Route 7 Area | Overworld | 37–41 | 10% | — |
| Sword | Galar Route 9 Circhester Bay | Walk | 39–43 | 25% | — |
| Ultra Sun | Alola Route 1 Hauoli Outskirts | Walk | 4–7 | 30% | — |
| Ultra Sun | Ancient Poni Path Area | Walk | 41–44 | 20% | — |
| Ultra Sun | Poni Gauntlet Area | Walk | 58–61 | 15% | — |
| Ultra Sun | Poni Wilds Area | Walk | 41–44 | 20% | — |
| Ultra ♂oon | Alola Route 1 Hauoli Outskirts | Walk | 4–7 | 30% | — |
| Ultra ♂oon | Ancient Poni Path Area | Walk | 41–44 | 20% | — |
| Ultra ♂oon | Poni Gauntlet Area | Walk | 58–61 | 15% | — |
| Ultra ♂oon | Poni Wilds Area | Walk | 41–44 | 20% | — |
| X | Azure Bay Area | Walk | 26 | 10% | — |
| X | Azure Bay Area | Walk | 27 | 5% | — |
| X | Friend Safari Dark | Walk | 30 | 33% | Friend Safari Slot 3 |
| X | Kalos Route 8 Area | Walk | 14 | 10% | — |
| X | Kalos Route 8 Area | Yellow ♀lowers | 14 | 10% | — |
| X | Kalos Route 8 Area | Walk | 15 | 5% | — |
| X | Kalos Route 8 Area | Yellow ♀lowers | 15 | 5% | — |
| Y | Azure Bay Area | Walk | 26 | 10% | — |
| Y | Azure Bay Area | Walk | 27 | 5% | — |
| Y | Friend Safari Dark | Walk | 30 | 33% | Friend Safari Slot 3 |
| Y | Kalos Route 8 Area | Walk | 14 | 10% | — |
| Y | Kalos Route 8 Area | Yellow ♀lowers | 14 | 10% | — |
| Y | Kalos Route 8 Area | Walk | 15 | 5% | — |
| Y | Kalos Route 8 Area | Yellow ♀lowers | 15 | 5% | — |
No encounter records match these filters.
Inkay Pokédex moves
The Inkay Pokédex lists 102 moves below. Use the filters to narrow the list by move name, learning method, type or category. Move availability can differ between games and generations, so check the relevant game details when planning a specific moveset.
Inkay move explorer
102 moves shown
| Level | Move | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Constrict | NORMAL | Physical | 10 | 100 | 35 | Level Up |
| 1 | Peck | Physical | 35 | 100 | 35 | Level Up | |
| 1 | Tackle | NORMAL | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 | Level Up |
| 3 | Hypnosis | PSYCHIC | Status | — | 60 | 20 | Level Up |
| 4 | Reflect | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 20 | Level Up |
| 6 | Wrap | NORMAL | Physical | 15 | 90 | 20 | Level Up |
| 8 | Foul Play | DARK | Physical | 95 | 100 | 15 | Level Up |
| 9 | Payback | DARK | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 | Level Up |
| 12 | Pluck | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 | Level Up | |
| 12 | Swagger | NORMAL | Status | — | 85 | 15 | Level Up |
| 13 | Psywave | PSYCHIC | Special | — | 100 | 15 | Level Up |
| 15 | Psybeam | PSYCHIC | Special | 65 | 100 | 20 | Level Up |
| 15 | Topsy Turvy | DARK | Status | — | — | 20 | Level Up |
| 21 | Slash | NORMAL | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | Level Up |
| 23 | Switcheroo | DARK | Status | — | 100 | 10 | Level Up |
| 24 | Night Slash | DARK | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 | Level Up |
| 27 | Psycho Cut | PSYCHIC | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | Level Up |
| 31 | Light Screen | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 30 | Level Up |
| 39 | Superpower | FIGHTING | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 | Level Up |
| — | Aerial Ace | Physical | 60 | — | 20 | Machine | |
| — | Ally Switch | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 15 | Machine |
| — | Attract | NORMAL | Status | — | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Baton Pass | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 40 | Machine |
| — | Calm ♂ind | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 20 | Machine |
| — | Confide | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 20 | Machine |
| — | Cut | NORMAL | Physical | 50 | 95 | 30 | Machine |
| — | Dark Pulse | DARK | Special | 80 | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Double Team | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 15 | Machine |
| — | Embargo | DARK | Status | — | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Endure | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 10 | Machine |
| — | Expanding ♀orce | PSYCHIC | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Facade | NORMAL | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Fake Tears | DARK | Status | — | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Flamethrower | FIRE | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Flash | NORMAL | Status | — | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Fling | DARK | Physical | — | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Foul Play | DARK | Physical | 95 | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Frustration | NORMAL | Physical | — | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Future Sight | PSYCHIC | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Gravity | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 5 | Machine |
| — | Guard Swap | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 10 | Machine |
| — | Helping Hand | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 20 | Machine |
| — | Hidden Power | NORMAL | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Knock Off | DARK | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Lash Out | DARK | Physical | 75 | 100 | 5 | Machine |
| — | Light Screen | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 30 | Machine |
| — | Liquidation | WATER | Physical | 85 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Lunge | BUG | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Nasty Plot | DARK | Status | — | — | 20 | Machine |
| — | Payback | DARK | Physical | 50 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Protect | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 10 | Machine |
| — | Psybeam | PSYCHIC | Special | 65 | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Psych Up | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 10 | Machine |
| — | Psychic | PSYCHIC | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Psycho Cut | PSYCHIC | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Psyshock | PSYCHIC | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Rain Dance | WATER | Status | — | — | 5 | Machine |
| — | Reflect | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 20 | Machine |
| — | Rest | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 5 | Machine |
| — | Retaliate | NORMAL | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 | Machine |
| — | Return | NORMAL | Physical | — | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Rock Slide | ROCK | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Round | NORMAL | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Secret Power | NORMAL | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Skill Swap | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 10 | Machine |
| — | Sleep Talk | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 10 | Machine |
| — | Snore | NORMAL | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Spite | GHOST | Status | — | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Stored Power | PSYCHIC | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Substitute | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 10 | Machine |
| — | Sunny Day | FIRE | Status | — | — | 5 | Machine |
| — | Superpower | FIGHTING | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 | Machine |
| — | Swagger | NORMAL | Status | — | 85 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Swift | NORMAL | Special | 60 | — | 20 | Machine |
| — | Taunt | DARK | Status | — | 100 | 20 | Machine |
| — | Tera Blast | NORMAL | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Thief | DARK | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 | Machine |
| — | Thunderbolt | ELECTRIC | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Torment | DARK | Status | — | 100 | 15 | Machine |
| — | Toxic | POISON | Status | — | 90 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Trick | PSYCHIC | Status | — | 100 | 10 | Machine |
| — | Trick Room | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 5 | Machine |
| — | Acupressure | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 30 | Egg |
| — | Camouflage | NORMAL | Status | — | — | 20 | Egg |
| — | Destiny Bond | GHOST | Status | — | — | 5 | Egg |
| — | Disable | NORMAL | Status | — | 100 | 20 | Egg |
| — | Flatter | DARK | Status | — | 100 | 15 | Egg |
| — | Guard Swap | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 10 | Egg |
| — | Power Split | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 10 | Egg |
| — | Simple Beam | NORMAL | Status | — | 100 | 15 | Egg |
| — | Ally Switch | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 15 | Tutor |
| — | Bind | NORMAL | Physical | 15 | 85 | 20 | Tutor |
| — | Expanding ♀orce | PSYCHIC | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 | Tutor |
| — | Foul Play | DARK | Physical | 95 | 100 | 15 | Tutor |
| — | Knock Off | DARK | Physical | 65 | 100 | 20 | Tutor |
| — | Lash Out | DARK | Physical | 75 | 100 | 5 | Tutor |
| — | Role Play | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 10 | Tutor |
| — | Snatch | DARK | Status | — | — | 10 | Tutor |
| — | Snore | NORMAL | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 | Tutor |
| — | Spite | GHOST | Status | — | 100 | 10 | Tutor |
| — | Superpower | FIGHTING | Physical | 120 | 100 | 5 | Tutor |
| — | Telekinesis | PSYCHIC | Status | — | — | 15 | Tutor |
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Inkay Pokédex entries
The Inkay Pokédex entries below let you compare how Inkay has been described across different Pokémon games. Pokédex wording often changes between versions, so reading the entries together is a useful way to see how its description has evolved across the series.
Inkay Pokédex entries
Opponents who stare at the flashing of the light-emitting spots on its body become dazed and lose their will to fight.
It flashes the light-emitting spots on its body, which drains its opponent’s will to fight. It takes the opportunity to scuttle away and hide.
Opponents who stare at the flashing of the light-emitting spots on its body become dazed and lose their will to fight.
It flashes the light-emitting spots on its body, which drains its opponent’s will to fight. It takes the opportunity to scuttle away and hide.
It draws prey near with its blinking lights and then wraps them up in its long tentacles and holds them in place.
When exchanging information with others of its kind, it flashes the light-emitting spots on its body in a complex rhythm.
It spins while making its luminescent spots flash. These spots allow it to communicate with others by using different patterns of light.
By exposing foes to the blinking of its luminescent spots, Inkay demoralizes them, and then it seizes the chance to flee.
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