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No. 0040

Wigglytuff

Balloon Pokémon

Wigglytuff
Official art
NormalFairy
Height
1 m 3′03″
Weight
12 kg 26.5 lbs
Base stat total
435 top 53%
Introduced
Gen I
Abilities
It’s proud of its fur, which is fine and delicate. In particular, the curl on its forehead has a texture that’s perfectly heavenly.
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Base stats

HP140200–247390–484
Atk7067–134130–262
Def4545–10685–207
SpA8581–150157–295
SpD5049–11294–218
Spe4545–10685–207
Total435Higher than 47% of all Pokémon
HP140Atk70Def45Spe45SpD50SpA85

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 3 HP.

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

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 45). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+106Max97No SP65Min58Scarf159Tailwind212

At max Speed, Wigglytuff outspeeds 11 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC.

  1. 203Mega Garchomp ZModest · 32 SP · #21 in usage
  2. 200Mega GengarTimid · 32 SP · #26 in usage
  3. 190Mega Raichu YTimid · 23 SP · #13 in usage
  4. 189Mega SalamenceTimid · 32 SP · #4 in usage
  5. 184WhimsicottTimid · 32 SP · #23 in usage
  6. 178Mega MetagrossJolly · 32 SP · #28 in usage
  7. 178Mega StaraptorJolly · 32 SP · #29 in usage
  8. 172SneaslerAdamant · 32 SP · #2 in usage
  9. 169Mega FloetteTimid · 32 SP · #17 in usage
  10. 169GarchompJolly · 32 SP · #19 in usage
  11. 167Mega Charizard YTimid · 32 SP · #14 in usage
  12. 167Mega GardevoirTimid · 32 SP · #20 in usage
  13. 161IndeedeeTimid · 32 SP · #30 in usage
  14. 156Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 in usage
  15. 150ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 in usage
  16. 149GholdengoTimid · 32 SP · #8 in usage
  17. 143BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 in usage
  18. 128PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 in usage
  19. 120VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 in usage
  20. 106Wigglytuff · Max+32 SP, Speed-raising alignment
  21. 105RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 in usage
  22. 101MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 in usage
  23. 97Wigglytuff · Max32 SP, neutral alignment
  24. 95SylveonModest · 15 SP · #18 in usage
  25. 94Female IndeedeeRelaxed · 0 SP · #7 in usage
  26. 90PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 in usage
  27. 90SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 in usage
  28. 85ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 in usage
  29. 80IncineroarCareful · 0 SP · #3 in usage
  30. 80FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 in usage
  31. 70KingambitAdamant · 0 SP · #5 in usage
  32. 65Wigglytuff · No SP0 SP, neutral alignment
  33. 60Mega GolisopodAdamant · 0 SP · #10 in usage

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

Poison2×Steel2×

Resists

Bug½×Dark½×

Immune to

Dragon0×Ghost0×
Takes normal damage from 12 types
NormalFightingFlyingGroundRockFireWaterGrassElectricPsychicIceFairy

Abilities

  • Cute Charm

    Has a 30% chance of infatuating attacking Pokémon on contact.

  • Competitive

    Raises Special Attack by two stages upon having any stat lowered.

  • FriskHidden ability

    Reveals an opponent's held item upon entering battle.

Competitive

SV SinglesZUSV Doubles(DUU)National DexRU

Ranked ladder · in-game

Doubles

#201 of 262 used

▼ 7 places since Oct 22
Oct 22Oct 28
Same as Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Life Orb (27.5%) · Competitive (88.8%) · Modest (39.9%) · HP 32 / Def 2 / SpA 32 (15.8%)

Moves Protect, Dazzling Gleam, Moonblast, Flamethrower

Singles

#202 of 262 used

Same as Oct 22
Oct 22Oct 28
Same as Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Sitrus Berry (36.2%) · Competitive (64.8%) · Modest (43%) · HP 2 / Def 32 / SpD 32 (15%)

Moves Moonblast, Stealth Rock, Encore, Ice Beam

Daily usage rank on the Pokémon Champions ladder, updated Oct 28. Battle data provided by Pokémon Champions Battle Data.

0.17% of teams · rank #167 · Reg M-C · Singles · 1760+ rating · 69,462 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item
Sitrus Berry
Ability
Cute Charm
Stat Alignment
Bold
Stat Points
32 Def / 14 SpD / 20 Spe
  1. Flamethrower
  2. Stealth Rock
  3. Alluring Voice
  4. Thunder Wave

Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.

Usage by rating

  • All players0.31%
  • Rated 1500+0.28%
  • Rated 1630+0.1%
  • Rated 1760+0.17%

Usage by month

Apr 20260.17%

Moves

  • Flamethrower93%
  • Stealth Rock91.6%
  • Alluring Voice85.9%
  • Thunder Wave82.9%
  • Taunt12.6%
  • Calm Mind7.1%
  • Draining Kiss6.9%
  • Moonblast6.9%
  • Ice Beam5.5%
  • Encore2.9%

Items

  • Sitrus Berry88.5%
  • Leftovers8.1%
  • Air Balloon2.9%
  • Life Orb0.2%
  • Kebia Berry0.2%
  • Babiri Berry0.1%

Abilities

  • 83.9%
  • 10.3%
  • 5.7%

EV spreads

  • Bold 32 Def / 14 SpD / 20 Spe82.9%
  • Bold 32 HP / 32 Def6.9%
  • Bold 32 HP / 27 Def / 7 Spe5.5%
  • Calm 32 Def / 31 SpD / 3 Spe3%
  • Modest 32 HP / 2 Def / 32 SpA0.9%

Evolution

Moves

Level up 21

1Body SlamHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.NormalPhys85100%15
1CharmLowers the target’s Attack by two stages.FairyStatus—100%20
1CopycatUses the target’s last used move.NormalStatus——20
1CovetTakes the target’s item.NormalPhys60100%25
1Defense CurlRaises user’s Defense by one stage.NormalStatus——40
1DisableDisables the target’s last used move for 1-8 turns.NormalStatus—100%20
1Disarming VoiceNever misses.FairySpec40—15
1Double-EdgeUser receives 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil.NormalPhys120100%15
1Echoed VoicePower increases by 100% for each consecutive use by any friendly Pokémon, to a maximum of 200.NormalSpec40100%15
1Gyro BallPower raises when the user has lower Speed, up to a maximum of 150.SteelPhys—100%5
1Hyper VoiceInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalSpec90100%10
1MimicCopies the target’s last used move.NormalStatus——10
1PoundInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35
1RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5
1RoundHas double power if it’s used more than once per turn.NormalSpec60100%15
1SingPuts the target to sleep.NormalStatus—55%15
1Spit UpPower is 100 times the amount of energy Stockpiled.NormalSpec—100%10
1StockpileStores energy up to three times for use with Spit Up and Swallow.NormalStatus——20
1SwallowRecovers 1/4 HP after one Stockpile, 1/2 HP after two Stockpiles, or full HP after three Stockpiles.NormalStatus——10
1Sweet KissConfuses the target.FairyStatus—75%10
5Play RoughHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Attack by one stage.FairyPhys9090%10

TM / HM / TR 81

TM01Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20
TM02CharmLowers the target’s Attack by two stages.FairyStatus—100%20
TM03Fake TearsLowers the target’s Special Defense by two stages.DarkStatus—100%20
TM07ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10
TM11Water PulseHas a 20% chance to confuse the target.WaterSpec60100%20
TM18ThiefTakes the target’s item.DarkPhys60100%25
TM19Disarming VoiceNever misses.FairySpec40—15
TM20TrailblazeThe user attacks suddenly as if leaping out from tall grass. The user's nimble footwork boosts its Speed stat.GrassPhys50100%20
TM22Chilling WaterThe user attacks the target by showering it with water that's so cold it saps the target's power. This also lowers the target's Attack stat.WaterSpec50100%20
TM25FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20
TM32SwiftNever misses.NormalSpec60—20
TM33Magical LeafNever misses.GrassSpec60—20
TM34Icy WindHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.IceSpec5595%15
TM37Draining KissDrains 75% of the damage inflicted to heal the user.FairySpec50100%10
TM41Stored PowerPower is higher the more the user’s stats have been raised, to a maximum of 31×.PsychicSpec20100%10
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
TM50Rain DanceChanges the weather to rain for five turns.WaterStatus——5
TM51SandstormChanges the weather to a sandstorm for five turns.RockStatus——10
TM54PsyshockInflicts damage based on the target’s Defense, not Special Defense.PsychicSpec80100%10
TM55DigUser digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.GroundPhys80100%10
TM58Brick BreakDestroys Reflect and Light Screen.FightingPhys75100%15
TM59Zen HeadbuttHas a 20% chance to make the target flinch.PsychicPhys8090%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
TM74ReflectReduces damage from physical attacks by half.PsychicStatus——20
TM75Light ScreenReduces damage from special attacks by 50% for five turns.PsychicStatus——30
TM79Dazzling GleamInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.FairySpec80100%10
TM80MetronomeRandomly selects and uses any move in the game.NormalStatus——10
TM81Grass KnotInflicts more damage to heavier targets, with a maximum of 120 power.GrassSpec—100%20
TM82Thunder WaveParalyzes the target.ElectricStatus—90%20
TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5
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
TM94Dark PulseHas a 20% chance to make the target flinch.DarkSpec80100%15
TM98Skill SwapUser and target swap abilities.PsychicStatus——10
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
TM114Shadow BallHas a 20% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.GhostSpec80100%15
TM116Stealth RockCauses damage when opposing Pokémon switch in.RockStatus——20
TM117Hyper VoiceInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalSpec90100%10
TM119Energy BallHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.GrassSpec90100%10
TM120PsychicHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.PsychicSpec90100%10
TM122EncoreForces the target to repeat its last used move every turn for 2 to 6 turns.NormalStatus—100%5
TM124Ice SpinnerThe user covers its feet in thin ice and twirls around, slamming into the target. This move's spinning motion also destroys the terrain.IcePhys80100%15
TM125FlamethrowerHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec90100%15
TM126ThunderboltHas a 10% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec90100%15
TM127Play RoughHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Attack by one stage.FairyPhys9090%10
TM128AmnesiaRaises the user’s Special Defense by two stages.PsychicStatus——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
TM132Baton PassAllows the trainer to switch out the user and pass effects along to its replacement.NormalStatus——40
TM135Ice BeamHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec90100%10
TM139Misty TerrainFor five turns, protects all Pokémon on the ground from major status ailments and confusion, and halves the power of incoming Dragon moves.FairyStatus——10
TM140Nasty PlotRaises the user’s Special Attack by two stages.DarkStatus——20
TM141Fire BlastHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec11085%5
TM143BlizzardHas a 10% chance to freeze the target.IceSpec11070%5
TM147Wild ChargeUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.ElectricPhys90100%15
TM152Giga ImpactUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalPhys15090%5
TM158Focus BlastHas a 10% chance to lower the target’s Special Defense by one stage.FightingSpec12070%5
TM163Hyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%5
TM166ThunderHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec11070%10
TM168Solar BeamRequires a turn to charge before attacking.GrassSpec120100%10
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
TM178GravityDisables moves and immunities that involve flying or levitating for five turns.PsychicStatus——5
TM180Gyro BallPower raises when the user has lower Speed, up to a maximum of 150.SteelPhys—100%5
TM181Knock OffTarget drops its held item.DarkPhys65100%20
TM191UproarForced to use this move for several turns. Pokémon cannot fall asleep in that time.NormalSpec90100%10
TM192Focus PunchIf the user takes damage before attacking, the attack is canceled.FightingPhys150100%20
TM201Misty ExplosionIf Misty Terrain is active and the user is grounded, this move has its power increased by 50%.FairySpec100100%5
TM202Pain SplitSets the user’s and targets’s HP to the average of their current HP.NormalStatus——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
TM218Expanding ForceIf Psychic Terrain is active and the user is grounded, this move hits all opposing Pokemon and has its power incrased by 50%.PsychicSpec80100%10
TM227Alluring VoiceThe user attacks the target using its angelic voice. This also confuses the target if its stats have been boosted during the turn.FairySpec80100%10
TM228Psychic NoiseThe user attacks the target with unpleasant sound waves. For two turns, the target is prevented from recovering HP through moves, Abilities, or held items.PsychicSpec75100%10

Pokédex entries

Category
Balloon Pokémon
Debut
Kanto · Red & Green (JP)
Color
Pink
Shape
Habitat
Grassland
Pal Park area
Field
Kanto#040Original Johto#045Original Hoenn#139Updated Johto#045Updated Unova#283Mountain Kalos#121New Hoenn#144Original Alola#136Original Akala#063Updated Alola#169Updated Akala#070Let’s Go Kanto#040Isle of Armor#013Paldea#061Hyperspace#078
  1. It’s proud of its fur, which is fine and delicate. In particular, the curl on its forehead has a texture that’s perfectly heavenly.

    Shield
  2. The more air it takes in, the more it inflates. If opponents catch it in a bad mood, it will inflate itself to an enormous size to intimidate them.

    Sword
  3. Its body is very elastic. By inhaling deeply, it can continue to inflate itself without limit.

    Let’s Go, Pikachu! · Let’s Go, Eevee!
  4. When it gets angry, it inhales with all its might, and its body gradually inflates. Sometimes they can grow 20 times larger!

    Ultra Moon
  5. Thanks to its bouncy body and fine fur, this Pokémon is sought after. Holding one in your arms while you sleep feels great.

    Ultra Sun
  6. As it inhales, it expands...and expands...and expands. Wigglytuff compete to see which one can inflate itself the most.

    Moon
  7. It sheds its fine fur when the seasons change. The fur is gathered and spun into a luxurious yarn.

    Sun
  8. Its fine fur feels so pleasant, those who accidentally touch it cannot take their hands away.

    Black 2 · White 2
  9. Its fine fur feels sublime to the touch. It can expand its body by inhaling air.

    Diamond · Pearl · Platinum · Black · White
  10. Its fur is extremely fine, dense, and supple. The exquisitely pleasant fur conveys an image of luxury.

    FireRed
  11. Its fur is the ultimate in luxuriousness. Sleeping alongside a WIGGLYTUFF is simply divine. Its body expands seemingly without end when it inhales.

    Emerald
  12. WIGGLYTUFF’s body is very flexible. By inhaling deeply, this Pokémon can inflate itself seemingly without end. Once inflated, WIGGLYTUFF bounces along lightly like a balloon.

    Sapphire · Alpha Sapphire
  13. WIGGLYTUFF has large, saucerlike eyes. The surfaces of its eyes are always covered with a thin layer of tears. If any dust gets in this Pokémon’s eyes, it is quickly washed away.

    Ruby · Omega Ruby
  14. The rich, fluffy fur that covers its body feels so good that anyone who feels it can't stop touching it.

    Crystal
  15. It has a very fine fur. Take care not to make it angry, or it may inflate steadily and hit with a BODY SLAM.

    Silver · SoulSilver
  16. Their fur feels so good that if two of them snuggle together, they won't want to be separated.

    Gold · HeartGold · X
  17. Its body is full of elasticity. By inhaling deeply, it can continue to inflate itself without limit.

    Yellow
  18. The body is soft and rubbery. When angered, it will suck in air and inflate itself to an enormous size.

    Red · Blue · LeafGreen · Y

Names around the world

Japanese
プクリン
Japanese (romaji)
Pukurin
Korean
푸크린
Chinese (Traditional)
胖可丁
Chinese (Simplified)
胖可丁
French
Grodoudou
German
Knuddeluff
Spanish
Wigglytuff
Italian
Wigglytuff

Sprites

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Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Generation IX · animated models

Training

EV yield
3 HP
Catch rate
50 ≈6.5% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship
70
Base experience
196
Growth rate
Fast

Breeding

Egg groups
Fairy
Gender
♂ 25%♀ 75%
Hatch time
10 egg cycles ≈2,805 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield: The Crown Tundra 1 area
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
Shield: The Isle of Armor 14 areas
  • Challenge BeachSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 29–60
  • Fields of HonorSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 27–60
  • Fields of Honor (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Fields of Honor (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Forest of FocusSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 26–60
  • Forest of Focus (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Insular Sea (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Insular Sea (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Loop LagoonSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 32–60
  • Soothing WetlandsSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 27–60
  • Soothing Wetlands (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Soothing Wetlands (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Stepping-Stone Sea (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Training LowlandsSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 30–60
Green 1 area
  • Cerulean Cave (2F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54
Red 1 area
  • Cerulean Cave (2F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54
Sword: The Crown Tundra 1 area
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
Sword: The Isle of Armor 14 areas
  • Challenge BeachSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 29–60
  • Fields of HonorSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 27–60
  • Fields of Honor (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Fields of Honor (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Forest of FocusSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 26–60
  • Forest of Focus (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Insular Sea (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Insular Sea (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Loop LagoonSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 32–60
  • Soothing WetlandsSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 27–60
  • Soothing Wetlands (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Soothing Wetlands (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Stepping-Stone Sea (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Training LowlandsSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 30–60
White 2 3 areas
  • DreamyardWalking in rustling grass · Lv 59
  • Road 1Walking in rustling grass · Lv 59
  • Road 2Walking in rustling grass · Lv 59
Black 2 3 areas
  • DreamyardWalking in rustling grass · Lv 59
  • Road 1Walking in rustling grass · Lv 59
  • Road 2Walking in rustling grass · Lv 59
White 1 area
  • Road 14Walking in rustling grass · Lv 50
Black 1 area
  • Road 14Walking in rustling grass · Lv 50
Yellow 1 area
  • Celadon City Prize CornerReceive as a gift · Lv 22
Blue 1 area
  • Cerulean Cave (2F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54
Red 1 area
  • Cerulean Cave (2F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 54