Sudowoodo (#0185) – Stats, Moves, Evolution & Competitive Sets

Base stats

HP70130–177250–344

Atk10094–167184–328

Def115108–183211–361

SpA3031–9058–174

SpD6563–128121–251

Spe3031–9058–174

Total410Higher than 41% of all Pokémon

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 Def.

Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 30). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+90Max82No SP50Min45Scarf135Tailwind180

At max Speed, Sudowoodo outspeeds 5 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC, and ties 2.

Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Type matchups

Weak to

Fighting2×Grass2×Ground2×Steel2×Water2×

Resists

Fire½×Flying½×Normal½×Poison½×

Takes normal damage from 9 types

RockBugGhostElectricPsychicIceDragonDarkFairy

Abilities

Sturdy
Prevents being KOed from full HP, leaving 1 HP instead. Protects against the one-hit KO moves regardless of HP.
Rock Head
Protects against recoil damage.
RattledHidden ability
Raises Speed one stage upon being hit by a Dark, Ghost, or Bug move.

Competitive

SV SinglesZUSV Doubles(DUU)National DexRU

Not used in the tracked Showdown formats this month.

Evolution

#0438BonslyRock
1. Level up knowing Mimic#0185SudowoodoRock

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 18

EvoSlamInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys8075%20

1CopycatUses the target’s last used move.NormalStatus——20

1Fake TearsLowers the target’s Special Defense by two stages.DarkStatus—100%20

1FlailInflicts more damage when the user has less HP remaining, with a maximum of 200 power.NormalPhys—100%15

1Hammer ArmLowers user’s Speed by one stage.FightingPhys10090%10

1Rock ThrowInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.RockPhys5090%15

1Stone EdgeHas an increased chance for a critical hit.RockPhys10080%5

1Wood HammerUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.GrassPhys120100%15

12BlockPrevents the target from leaving battle.NormalStatus——5

16MimicCopies the target’s last used move.NormalStatus——10

20Rock TombHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.RockPhys6095%15

24Tearful LookLowers the target’s Attack and Special Attack by one stage.NormalStatus——20

28Sucker PunchOnly works if the target is about to use a damaging move.DarkPhys70100%5

32Rock SlideHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.RockPhys7590%10

36Low KickInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.FightingPhys—100%20

40CounterInflicts twice the damage the user received from the last physical hit it took.FightingPhys—100%20

44Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15

48Head SmashUser receives 1/2 the damage inflicted in recoil.RockPhys15080%5

TM / HM / TR 54

TM01Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20

TM03Fake TearsLowers the target’s Special Defense by two stages.DarkStatus—100%20

TM05Mud-SlapHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s accuracy by one stage.GroundSpec20100%10

TM07ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM12Low KickInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.FightingPhys—100%20

TM18ThiefTakes the target’s item.DarkPhys60100%25

TM20TrailblazeThe user attacks suddenly as if leaping out from tall grass. The user's nimble footwork boosts its Speed stat.GrassPhys50100%20

TM25FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20

TM28BulldozeHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundPhys60100%20

TM35Mud ShotHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundSpec5595%15

TM36Rock TombHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.RockPhys6095%15

TM39Low SweepLowers the target’s Speed by one stage.FightingPhys65100%20

TM43FlingThrows held item at the target; power depends on the item.DarkPhys—100%10

TM47EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM49Sunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5

TM51SandstormChanges the weather to a sandstorm for five turns.RockStatus——10

TM55DigUser digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.GroundPhys80100%10

TM58Brick BreakDestroys Reflect and Light Screen.FightingPhys75100%15

TM62Foul PlayCalculates damage with the target’s attacking stat.DarkPhys95100%15

TM66Body SlamHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.NormalPhys85100%15

TM67Fire PunchHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FirePhys75100%15

TM68Thunder PunchHas a 10% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricPhys75100%15

TM69Ice PunchHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IcePhys75100%15

TM70Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10

TM73Drain PunchDrains half the damage inflicted to heal the user.FightingPhys75100%10

TM76Rock BlastHits 2-5 times in one turn.RockPhys2590%10

TM81Grass KnotInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.GrassSpec—100%20

TM84Stomping TantrumHas double power if the user’s last move failed.GroundPhys75100%10

TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5

TM86Rock SlideHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.RockPhys7590%10

TM87TauntFor the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.DarkStatus—100%20

TM89Body PressDamage is calculated using the user's Defense stat as its Attack, including stat stage changes.FightingPhys80100%10

TM90SpikesScatters Spikes, hurting opposing Pokémon that switch in.GroundStatus——20

TM101Power GemInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.RockSpec80100%20

TM103SubstituteTransfers 1/4 of the user’s max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks.NormalStatus——10

TM104Iron DefenseRaises the user’s Defense by two stages.SteelStatus——15

TM116Stealth RockCauses damage when opposing Pokémon switch in.RockStatus——20

TM129Calm MindRaises the user’s Special Attack and Special Defense by one stage.PsychicStatus——20

TM130Helping HandAlly’s next move inflicts half more damage.NormalStatus——20

TM133Earth PowerHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.GroundSpec90100%10

TM149EarthquakeInflicts regular damage and can hit Dig users.GroundPhys100100%10

TM150Stone EdgeHas an increased chance for a critical hit.RockPhys10080%5

TM152Giga ImpactUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalPhys15090%5

TM163Hyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%5

TM171Tera BlastIf the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.NormalSpec80100%10

TM176Sand TombPrevents the target from fleeing and inflicts damage for 2-5 turns.GroundPhys3585%15

TM179Smack DownRemoves any immunity to Ground damage.RockPhys50100%15

TM186High HorsepowerInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.GroundPhys9595%10

TM192Focus PunchIf the user takes damage before attacking, the attack is canceled.FightingPhys150100%20

TM203Psych UpDiscards the user’s stat changes and copies the target’s.NormalStatus——10

TM204Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15

TM205EndeavorLowers the target’s HP to equal the user’s.NormalPhys—100%5

TM220Meteor BeamRequires a turn to charge before attacking. Raises the users Special Attack by 1 stage after the first turn.RockSpec12090%10

TM224CurseGhosts pay half their max HP to hurt the target every turn. Others decrease Speed but raise Attack and Defense.GhostStatus——10

Pokédex entries

Category: Imitation Pokémon
Debut: Johto · Gold & Silver
Color: Brown
Shape
Habitat: Forest
Pal Park area: Mountain

Original Johto#106Original Sinnoh#093Extended Sinnoh#093Updated Johto#107Mountain Kalos#130Original Alola#031Original Melemele#031Original Akala#015Updated Alola#038Updated Melemele#038Updated Akala#015Galar#253Hisui#124Paldea#088Kitakami#084

Though it pretends to be a tree, it fails to fool even children. To the touch, its body feels more like rock than tree bark. Sudowoodo's extreme aversion to water merits special note.
Legends: Arceus
The result of its holding the same pose all the time is arms that have become supple yet strong.
Ultra Moon
It’s so popular with the elderly that there’s a magazine devoted to this Pokémon. Fans obsess over the particular length and angle of its arms.
Ultra Sun
Apparently, the larger the green parts of this Pokémon, the more collectors value it. It’s a particular favorite among elderly people.
Moon
To avoid attack, it mimics a tree. It will run off if splashed with water, which it hates.
Sun
Sudowoodo camouflages itself as a tree to avoid being attacked by enemies. However, because its hands remain green throughout the year, the Pokémon is easily identified as a fake during the winter.
Omega Ruby · Alpha Sapphire
Although it always pretends to be a tree, its composition appears more similar to rock than to vegetation.
HeartGold · X
To avoid being attacked, it does nothing but mimic a tree. It hates water and flees from rain.
Platinum · Black · White · Black 2 · White 2
It stands along paths pretending to be a tree. If it starts raining, it seems to disappear.
Pearl
Despite appearing to be a tree, its body is closer to rocks and stones. It is very weak to water.
Diamond
It mimics a tree to avoid being attacked by enemies. But since its forelegs remain green throughout the year, it is easily identified as a fake in the winter.
Emerald
SUDOWOODO camouflages itself as a tree to avoid being attacked by enemies. However, because the forelegs remain green throughout the year, the Pokémon is easily identified as a fake during the winter.
Ruby · Sapphire
If a tree branch shakes when there is no wind, it's a SUDOWOODO, not a tree. It hides from the rain.
Crystal · Sword
It disguises itself as a tree to avoid attack. It hates water, so it will disappear if it starts raining.
Silver · FireRed · SoulSilver · Y · Shield
Although it always pretends to be a tree, its composi tion appears to be closer to a rock than a plant.
Gold · LeafGreen

Names around the world

Japanese: ウソッキー
Japanese (romaji): Usokkie
Korean: 꼬지모
Chinese (Traditional): 樹才怪
Chinese (Simplified): 树才怪
French: Simularbre
German: Mogelbaum
Spanish: Sudowoodo
Italian: Sudowoodo

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation II

Generation III

Generation IV

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Generation IX · animated models

Training

EV yield: 2 Def
Catch rate: 65 ≈8.5% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship: 70
Base experience: 144
Growth rate: Medium

Breeding

Egg groups: Mineral
Gender: ♂ 50%♀ 50%
Hatch time: 20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Males and females look different

HOME 3D model

Where to find

Shield: The Crown Tundra 1 area

Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65

Shield: The Isle of Armor 3 areas

Fields of Honor (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Potbottom Desert (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Training Lowlands (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60

Sword: The Crown Tundra 1 area

Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65

Sword: The Isle of Armor 3 areas

Fields of Honor (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Potbottom Desert (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Training Lowlands (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60

Shield 8 areas

Bridge FieldWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26–60
Dusty BowlSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–60
Giant's Mirror (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 41–60
Hammerlocke HillsWalking in the overworld · Lv 29–60
Motostoke OutskirtsWalking in the overworld · Lv 22–26
Motostoke RiverbankWalking in the overworld · Lv 28–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Stony Wilderness (Max Den L)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60

Sword 10 areas

Bridge FieldWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 26–60
Dusty BowlSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location., Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–60
Giant's Mirror (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 41–60
Giant's Seat (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Giant's Seat (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
Hammerlocke HillsWalking in the overworld · Lv 29–60
Motostoke OutskirtsWalking in the overworld · Lv 22–26
Motostoke RiverbankWalking in the overworld · Lv 26–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
Stony Wilderness (Max Den L)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60

Ultra Moon 1 area

Lush JungleSOS Battle · Lv 19–22

Ultra Sun 1 area

Lush JungleSOS Battle · Lv 19–22

Moon 2 areas

Lush JungleSOS Battle · Lv 18–21
Route 1SOS Battle · Lv 10–13

Sun 2 areas

Lush JungleSOS Battle · Lv 18–21
Route 1SOS Battle · Lv 10–13

Y 1 area

Road 20Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave · Lv 25

X 1 area

Road 20Encountering 5 Pokemon within grass, flowers, or within a cave · Lv 25

Colosseum 3 areas

Pyrite Cave (Miror's Hideout)Snagging a Pokemon from a trainer in Pokemon Colosseum or Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness. · Lv 35
Realgam TowerSnagging a Pokemon from a trainer in Pokemon Colosseum or Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness, after you have failed to capture them once. · Lv 35
The Under (Deep Colosseum)Snagging a Pokemon from a trainer in Pokemon Colosseum or Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness, after you have failed to capture them once. · Lv 35

SoulSilver 1 area

Road 36Using the Squirt Bottle on a Sudowoodo · Lv 20

HeartGold 1 area

Road 36Using the Squirt Bottle on a Sudowoodo · Lv 20

Platinum 1 area

Road 221Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 29–31

Pearl 2 areas

Road 214Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 23–24
Road 221Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 29–30

Emerald 1 area

Hoenn Battle FrontierUsing the Wailmer Pail on a Sudowoodo · Lv 40

Crystal 1 area

Road 36Using the Squirt Bottle on a Sudowoodo · Lv 20

Silver 1 area

Road 36Using the Squirt Bottle on a Sudowoodo · Lv 20

Gold 1 area

Road 36Using the Squirt Bottle on a Sudowoodo · Lv 20