It fits best at safety with a fit of 71.4 — 31st of 1025 at that position, and 2nd in Kanto. Its next best use is cornerback at 70.1.
The cheapest defensive spot on the scoreboard, but still Speed and Sp. Def first, then Defense and HP. Safeties get bonus credit from Flying and Psychic types and are the friendliest place to hide a lesser athlete.

The six numbers the game reads. Everything on this page is derived from them.
The working behind the 71.4 fit, line by line.
| Value | Of ceiling | Weight | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sp. Def125 | 88% | 26% | 22.8 |
| Speed85 | 59% | 32% | 18.9 |
| Defense100 | 67% | 16% | 10.7 |
| HP90 | 54% | 14% | 7.5 |
| Sp. Atk95 | 63% | 12% | 7.5 |
| Flying type bonusFlying | 100% | 4% | +4.0 |
| Fit at Safety | 71.4 | ||
Fit is the 0–100 rating the game keeps hidden. Ranks compare against all 1,025 Pokémon and against its own generation.
| Position | Fit | Rank, all | Rank, Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarterback | 65.2 | 108th | 11th |
| Halfback | 57.1 | 262nd | 33rd |
| Fullbackfullback only | 57.5 | 262nd | 28th |
| Slot receiverslot only | 65.2 | 135th | 17th |
| Wide receiver | 67.5 | 130th | 18th |
| Tight end | 59.7 | 223rd | 22nd |
| Offensive line | 60.1 | 200th | 16th |
| Defensive end | 56.9 | 275th | 31st |
| Nose tackle3-4 only | 57.1 | 256th | 27th |
| Defensive tackle4-3 only | 56.9 | 267th | 28th |
| Outside linebacker | 60.5 | 184th | 17th |
| Inside linebacker3-4 only | 61.0 | 172nd | 11th |
| Middle linebacker4-3 only | 62.6 | 132nd | 8th |
| Cornerback | 70.1 | 65th | 4th |
| Safety | 71.4 | 31st | 2nd |
Articuno is best used at safety, but you still draft and play in the game itself.
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